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As for me, I’m enjoying every minute in my role as adopted parent of Lexi, an 11 months young Schipperke. We are both in training and coming to terms with being responsible, civil individuals. My learning curve is way up; Lexi has already earned AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification. She’s proud and content with who she is. I know this because we have a special communication.

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newsbriefs Eating for Energy Seminar at Jade Tree Wellness

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ade Tree Wellness Center welcomes Kerri Koch for a lecture on Eating for Energy, at 7pm, on August 20th. What would life be like with an abundance of energy and vitality? What foods are best to eat to increase your energy? In this informative evening, you will learn how to make your own healthful food choices.

Koch received her certification as a Health Coach from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York City. She assists people in identifying stress and the habits that feed it, then in discovering ways to reduce and eliminate it through simple, easily incorporated dietary and movement add-ons.

After the lecture, acupuncturists Tom Elman and Dale Dugas will be available to answer any questions attendees may have about acupuncture and herbs. For attending the lecture, guests will receive a gift certificate for a free acupuncture treatment (new patients only, please).

Come to Jade Tree Wellness Center and renew your commitment to your health.

Location: 3039 – 49th St. N, St. Petersburg. For more information, call 727-344-8690 or visit JadeTreeWellness.com.

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Yoga Village School of Yoga Upcoming Events and Classes

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his fall, Yoga Village’s School of Yoga will offer one new yoga-based course that has never before been offered in the Tampa Bay area, “Beyond Addiction,” as well as returning with their popular Alignment Based Hatha Teacher Training.

Through kundalini yoga, meditation and self-discovery, “Beyond Addiction: The Yogic Path to Recovery” is a three weekend program offering students a way to break addictions that take them away from finding their true “Self.”

Starting in September, internationally-known yogi Jaye Martin, E-RYT 500 will lead the Hatha Teacher Training over ten weekends through May 2016. In this 200-hour Yoga Alliance-certified training, students will expand their knowledge of yoga, learn the art of alignment, spot misalignments and gain the useful skills to provide cues for proper adjustments.

The ongoing Amrit Yoga Level One Immersion will open its doors on Saturday and Sunday, August 8 and 9, to welcome Gurudev, Yogi Amrit Desai for two lecture sessions from 10:45am to 12:45pm each day. Yogi Amrit Desai’s topic is “Liberate your Spirit: Explore the Inner Dimension of Amrit Yoga.”

Location: 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. For more information, call 727-712-1475 or visit AYogaVillage.com. See ads page 8 and 20.

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newsbriefs Ask the Doctor at Nature’s Food Patch

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r. David Minkoff, of LifeWorks Wellness Center, is hosting a Q & A seminar at Patch Works, the community room at Nature’s Food Patch, at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, August 20. Titled “Cancer and Other Conditions,” the Q & A session will allow attendees to bring their medical questions on any condition and have them answered by one of the country’s top MDs specializing in alternative medicine.

This is the second seminar of this nature that Dr. Minkoff will be hosting, returning by popular demand. “This is a unique opportunity for the residents of Tampa Bay to bring questions about their health and hear about the solutions we can offer at our clinic,” states Dr. Minkoff. “I am really excited to be able to interact again with the local community, and it should be a very interesting evening.”

Note that seminar is limited to 44 attendees; arrive early to ensure seating. Patch Works is located next door to Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St, Clearwater.

Location: 301 Turner St., Clearwater. For more information, call 727-466-6789 or visit LifeWorksWellnessCenter.com. See ad page 2.

Compassion for All Beings

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he Florida Community of Mindfulness will host two special programs with visiting monk Geshe Thupten Phelgye: A public talk, Changing our Relationship with Non-human Beings, takes place 7:30 p.m., August 28, and a retreat, Awakening the Mind of Compassion, takes place 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., August 29.

Geshe Phelgye is a well-known Tibetan Buddhist teacher and former elected representative in the Tibetan government in exile. He travels the world to teach peace and vegetarianism and promote the mission of his Universal Compassion Foundation. Geshe Phelgye came to the U.S. as the first Global Scholar of Gonzaga University.

Friday’s free public talk will deal directly with many important questions regarding the human relationship with animals—the suffering of animals destined for slaughter, effects of animal husbandry on the planet, and moving toward a plant-based diet.

Within the Buddhist tradition, the development of an altruistic and compassionate mind is essential for true transformation. Geshe Phelgye will illuminate these Bodhisattva qualities at the Saturday retreat as he teaches “The Eight Verses of Thought Transformation,” a beloved text studied by Tibetan Buddhists for nearly a thousand years. (Registration required.)

Location: 6501 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa. For more information and registration, email Info@FloridaMindfulness. org or visit FloridaMindfulness.org. See ad page 44.

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Recruits Wanted for St. Petersburg Health & Wellness Clinical Study

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t. Petersburg Health & Wellness is recruiting patients for a clinical study. They are looking for patients with pre-diabetes who are moderately overweight to participate

in a 12-week lifestyle modification intervention. These lifestyle interventions are diet and exercise. Exercise will consist of two 15-minute sessions weekly at a downtown St. Petersburg facility. The patient will have an evaluation prior to and after the 12-week intervention consisting of history and physical, body measurements, photographs and laboratory studies.

There will be no charge for the 12-weeks of trainer assisted exercise or for the pre- and post-intervention evaluations. Participants will need to have insurance to cover cost of laboratory studies. There will possibly be significant health value for those who enroll in this study. Participants must be willing to commit to 12 consecutive weeks of both diet and exercise, and have no history of heart, back or joint disease.

For more information and for those interested in participating, call St. Petersburg Health & Wellness at 727202-6807. See ad page 4.

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Echo® Hydrogen Enriched Water Now in Tampa Bay

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he body is 70 to 80 percent water, yet 50 to 75 percent of Americans are dehydrated. Echo® water ionizer is a hydration/health breakthrough for the home, workplace, anywhere. Businesses can sell Echo® machines/water (non-MLM).

Echo® was created by Paul Barattiero, C. Ped., water expert from “The Truth about Cancer: Quest for the Cures.” Echo® is the water of choice by docu-series founder/moderator Ty Bollinger and several featured doctors (e.g. Daniel Nuzum, DC, Robert Scott Bell, Hom.) and Dr. Frank King, DC (KingBio Founder).

“Molecular” hydrogen (H2) is the vital health key (rather than pH) per many studies in Japan/Korea/U.S. (MolecularHydrogenInstitute.com). Barattiero states, “The biological effects of H2 gas are confirmed in 400+ studies with 150+ different human disease models, therapeutic in virtually every human organ.” Hydrogen is required for protein digestion (HCL & ATP). The Echo® ionizer produces substantially more H2 dissolved in water than all others via patented anti-scale technology (maintenance-free).

Echo® potential benefits: cellular hydration/energy; conversion of free radicals into water molecules; detoxification; athletic performance/ recovery; weight loss; and removed pesticides, fluoride/chlorine/chloramines, bacteria/viruses/fungus/algae, 99 percent of soluble metals.

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Price: $2,395 includes installation. “Forever” guarantee, $0 down, $24/month. For exclusive offer, call 813-695-4372 or email Juliecnhp@gmail.com. See ad page 29.

Discovering Your Soul Signature With Panache Desai

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our soul signature is your spiritual DNA—it is who you are at your core, the most authentic part of you—your singular contribution to this world. And yet, we reject our authentic selves. We allow our soul signature to become blocked by any number of emotional obstacles that life throws in our path: anger, fear, guilt, sadness, despair. Any of these feelings can overtake us and create a density, a heaviness that doesn’t permit us to embrace who we truly are.

Author Panache Desai reminds us we are energetic beings. Our emotions are energy in motion. When we are blocked, we feel unworthy, less than, unloved, incomplete.

In his book, Discovering Your Soul Signature, Desai invites us on a 33-day path to dismantle the emotional burdens that hold us back, and open up to changing our lives. He invites us to live a life of authenticity, to rediscover purpose and passion, and to believe in the possibility of all things.

Attend the Discovering Your Soul Signature Presentation and Book Signing with Panache Desai, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., on Saturday, August 8.

Cost: $33. Location: Wings Bookstore, 4500 4th St. N, St. Petersburg. Info and reservations, 727-522-6657, WingsBookstore.com. See ad page 10.

Brennan Healing Science Practitioner Offers Energy Healing and Massage

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hristine Jalbert, certified Brennan Healing Science practitioner and licensed massage therapist, recently opened Higher Self Massage & Healing, at 411 15th Ave. N., Ste. A, in St. Petersburg. She offers both energy healing and massage sessions (including deep tissue and relaxation).

Human beings are made up of energy, and are in fact surrounded and interpenetrated by a human energy field. As an energy healer, Jalbert assesses the client’s energy field in order to balance, clear, charge and align it to support optimal health and well-being on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels. Her work is deep and effective, and may include chakra restructuring, removal of energetic blockages, relational cord work, repairing structural levels of the field, as well as aligning the client with his/her life task and soul longing through Hara healing.

Those seeking massage experience deep bodywork and profound states of relaxation. Jalbert’s highly sensitive perception, honed over four years and more than 2000 hours of extensive education and hands-on training, allows her to target problem areas quickly, effectively and intuitively. She incorporates a variety of modalities into her massages which she selectively weaves in accordance with each client’s needs.

For more information and appointments, call 727-4106719 or visit HigherSelfEnergyHealing.com. See ad page 21.

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The Learning Connection, TLC Tutoring

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nnette Primiani was a dedicated classroom teacher and teacher trainer/consultant for 10 years in the public schools of New York City, specifically Brooklyn and the South Bronx. She came face to face with students who were labelled unteachable/could not learn.

She refused to believe these labels, and instead focused on finding and creating new ways to get learning to take place.

At a seminar for teachers in New York City, she learned of Applied Scholastics and how it was used to overcome study barriers. She developed expertise in this area and success with her students followed.

Primiani had the same success when she moved to Los Angeles and met students with the same labels. In the best interests of the students and teaching, she bypassed the school system and developed a preschool reading program (privately tutored); students were ‘ready’ to read and write in 20 hours.

Today, Primiani has her tutoring available at The Learning Connection TLC, Inc., Clearwater, serving preschoolers through adults. Voted six years in a row “Best Tutoring Service” by Tampa Bay Family magazine, they also offer expert family coaching.

For more information, call 727-443-5353 or visit LearningConnectionTLCInc.com. See ad page 37.

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Change Your Thoughts and You Change Your World

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ypnotherapy is a gentle and effective therapy tool that allows you to re-pattern your beliefs, attitudes and behaviors to create success in your life.

Imagine if weight loss was not a struggle, and could be comfortably accomplished without pills, injections or restrictions. If you could easily stop smoking and add years of health to your life, would you do it? What if you could replace the stress and tension in your life with inner peace and calmness simply by changing your thoughts, or improve your work performance, sports performance or test results?

You can!

The approval of hypnosis as a tool in modern medicine by the Council on Mental Health of the American Medical Association helped the American public become informed of hypnosis as a science that can solve many problems. Millions of Americans are experiencing valuable results achieved through hypnosis. Shouldn’t you be one of them?

Kate Nucci, CCHt, is a graduate of the Florida Institute of Hypnotherapy, the only state licensed Hypnotherapy School in Florida.

Location: 14502 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa. For more information and a free consultation, call 813-424-0335 or visit KateNucciHypnotherapy.com. See ad page 16.

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Call for Worldwide Protection from Wi-Fi Radiation

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n May, 190 scientists from 39 nations appealed to the World Health Organization (WHO) to “exert strong leadership in fostering the development of more protective EMF guidelines…” The letter was developed by a committee that included professors from Columbia University, Trent University, the University of Washington and the University of California, Berkeley. It was then signed by a host of university professors and researchers from around the world.

The directive cited several key studies that have shown that radiation from electromagnetic fields—even low-frequency radiation—is a possible cause of cancer. The WHO adopted a classification for extremely low-frequency electromagnetic radiation in 2002 and in 2011 classified radiofrequency (RF) radiation within its Group 2B—a “possible human carcinogen.”

The letter points out that while WHO has accepted these classifications, there have been no guidelines or standards created by the agency or in conjunction with other agencies. It recommends a convening of the United Nations Environmental Programme and the funding of an independent committee to explore practical means of regulating the widespread and uncontrolled expansion of wireless technologies throughout our environment. The appeal also calls for the protection specifically of children and pregnant women and a strengthening of regulations placed on technology manufacturers.

Berkeley, California, set a precedent on May 12 by acknowledging the health risk posed by RF radiation and adopting the Right to Know Ordinance, requiring electronics retailers to warn customers about the potential health risks associated with it. It reads, “If you carry or use your phone in a pants or shirt pocket or tucked into a bra when the phone is on and connected to a wireless network, you may exceed the federal guidelines for exposure to RF radiation.” The ordinance requires that the notice be displayed in stores that sell mobile phones.

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esearch from the University of Washington has determined that chronic constipation in children may be relieved with abdominal massage. The research involved 25 parents and their children with learning needs and physical disabilities. The parents were trained by specialists in abdominal massage. Following the training, the parents massaged the abdomens of their children for 20 minutes per day.

The study found that abdominal massage relieved constipation in 87.5 percent of the children and reduced laxative use. In addition, the therapy resulted in better diets for 41 percent of the children and improved the parent-child relationship in many cases. natural awakenings

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Pistachio Nuts Help Cholesterol, Blood Sugar and Artery Health

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new study published in the journal Nutrition found that eating pistachio nuts may improve cholesterol parameters, increase glycemic (blood sugar) control, decrease artery stiffness and improve overall blood vessel health.

The study tested 60 adults with poor cholesterol lipid levels. They were randomly split into two groups—one (control) was given lifestyle modifications (LSM) while the other was given LSM and consumed 40 grams (about 1.5 ounces) of shelled pistachios per day for three months.

Compared to the control group, the pistachio group’s levels of high-density lipoprotein (good cholesterol) increased significantly, while their low-density lipoprotein (bad cholesterol) levels went down significantly. Along with lower fasting blood sugar, the pistachio group showed better artery health, established by measuring vasodilation (the flexibility of the arteries to expand and contract).

This, together with pulse-wave velocity testing, can indicate artery stiffness, which has been linked to hypertension and an increased risk of heart disease in general.

Produce Produces Heftier Newborns

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review of research from the Center for Chemical Regulation and Food Safety finds that the quantity of food consumed by pregnant women for increasing a baby’s birth weight is less important than what types of foods she eats.

After systematically analyzing 11 relevant studies, the researchers found that higher birth weights—associated with better brain development during later years—are linked with the amount of fruits and vegetables a mother eats during pregnancy.

Using seven studies, researchers found that low vegetable consumption during pregnancy resulted in more than three times the risk of giving birth to a child with low gestational weight. Other studies found a correlation between higher fruit consumption by expectant mothers and a higher birth weight of babies. Much of the research showing these relationships occurred in developed countries where a conventional Western diet is prevalent.

Sad Music Can Lift Our Mood

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study from Free University, in Berlin, has determined that listening to sad music may actually lift our mood. The researchers conducted a survey of 772 people, 44 percent of which were musicians, asking each subject about their emotional responses after listening to sad music. While 76 percent felt nostalgic, more than 57 percent of the respondents indicated peacefulness, more than 51 percent felt tenderness, almost 39 percent had feelings of wonder and 37 percent experienced a sense of transcendence.

Fewer than half—45 percent—said they experienced sadness when listening to the morose melodies. The researchers pointed out that people often tend to listen to sad music as a source of consolation, and the music often provides a means for improving moods and emotions.

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Glyphosate Self-Testing Now Available

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he Feed the World Project has partnered with the Organic Consumers Association (OCA) to offer public testing for a chemical that is now ubiquitous in conventional food production: glyphosate. At $119, the test can check levels of this chemical in tap water, urine and soon, breast milk.

“For decades now, the public has been exposed, unknowingly and against their will, to glyphosate, despite mounting evidence that this key active ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup herbicide is harmful to human health and the environment,” says OCA International Director Ronnie Cummins.

“Monsanto has been given a free pass to expose the public to this dangerous chemical because individuals, until now, have been unable to go to their doctor’s office or local water-testing company to find out if the chemical has accumulated in their bodies or is present in their drinking water.”

The testing comes on the heels of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) announcement in March that glyphosate is a possible carcinogen and questions the validity of the industry claims from laboratory animal testing that the acceptable daily intake of glyphosate is .3 milligrams per kilogram of body weight per day. The WHO report notes, “The socalled safe levels of glyphosate exposure have never been tested directly to determine if indeed they are really safe to consume over the long term. Instead, the ‘safe’ levels are extrapolated from higher doses tested in industry studies.”

The test is available at FeedTheWorld. info/glyphosate-testing-test-yourself.

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Happy Couples Sleep Closer Together

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esearchers from the UK’s University of Hertfordshire conducted a study that measured the relative relationship satisfaction between couples and their sleeping proximity. More than 1,000 people were surveyed for the study.

The researchers found that 55 percent of couples that typically faced each other but did not touch while sleeping were satisfied with their relationship. Of those that slept back-to-back but didn’t touch, 74 percent were satisfied with their relationship and those that slept in the same direction, but didn’t touch, had a 76 percent satisfaction rate. Even better, 94 percent of those that touched while sleeping, regardless of their relative positions, reported being satisfied.

The closer the couples slept, the happier their relationships were reported to be.

It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men. ~Frederick Douglass

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

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Carbon Dioxide Levels Go Through the Roof The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) notes that as of March, the global monthly average for carbon dioxide, the most prevalent heat-trapping gas, crossed a threshold of more than 400 parts per million (ppm), the highest in about 2 million years. “It’s both disturbing and daunting from the standpoint of how hard it is to slow this down,” says NOAA chief greenhouse gas scientist Pieter Tans.

“Carbon dioxide isn’t just higher, it’s increasing at a record pace, 100 times faster than natural rises in the past.”

In pre-human times, it took about 6,000 years for carbon dioxide to rise 80 ppm, versus 61 ppm in the last 35 years, Tans says. Global carbon dioxide is now 18 percent higher than it was in 1980, when NOAA first calculated a worldwide average.

Crayon Kicks

Not Just for Kids Any More Secret Garden and Enchanted Forest, by Johanna Basford, are two of the most popular titles on sale at Amazon. com—and both are coloring books for adults. Featuring detailed black-and-white drawings of the flora and fauna that surround illustrator Basford’s Scottish home, Secret Garden has sold nearly 1.5 million copies.

Fans include Hollywood celebrities such as Zooey Deschanel, and when National Public Radio asked listeners for feedback, many indicated, “I thought I was alone.” The consensus is that adults are seeking to get in touch with their inner child. Beyond the nostalgic charm of coloring books, it’s also a good way for grownups to unwind and reflect.

“So many people have told me that they used to do secret coloring when their kids were in bed,” says Basford. “Now it is socially acceptable, it’s a category of its own.”

For a sample coloring gallery, visit JohannaBasford.com.

Diaper Discovery Mushrooms Grow on Disposables

Disposable diapers are mostly indestructible, but a group of researchers led by Rosa María Espinosa Valdemar, at Mexico’s Autonomous Metropolitan University, Azcapotzalco, has found a way to degrade the soiled garments by growing mushrooms on them.

Disposable diapers can last for hundreds of years in landfills because they contain not only the plant-based material cellulose that mushrooms consume, but also non-biodegradable materials such as polyethylene, polypropylene and the superabsorbent gel sodium polyacrylate.

The scientists grew the oyster mushroom, Pleurotus ostreatus, on a substance made from used diapers and were able to reduce the diaper’s weight and volume by up to 80 percent. For the experiment, the researchers only used diapers containing liquid waste. They sterilized and ground up the garments; mixed them with lignin from the remains of pressed grapes, coffee or pineapple tops; covered the mixture with commercially available fungus spores; and kept it in a plastic bag for three weeks.

The resulting mushrooms had similar amounts of protein, fat, vitamins and minerals as in commercial yeast. They’re not intended for human consumption, but could be used as a supplement in cattle feed.

Source: ScienceDaily.com

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Solar Timeshare

Buying Kilowatts from Each Other Yeloha, a new, Boston-based, peer-to-peer solar startup, allows anyone to go solar, even if they live in a rented apartment, have a roof blocked by a shady tree or don’t have the funds to buy panels. Customers can sign up for the service either as a “sun host” or “sun partner”.

Potential sun host homeowners have a roof suitable for solar, but can’t afford panels. Yeloha will install the panels for free in exchange for access to the solar power the panels create. Sun hosts also get about a third of the electricity created by the panels for free, translating to lower monthly power bills.

The remaining power is distributed to the sun partners—customers that want to go solar, but don’t have a proper roof or own their home. Sun partners can buy as many solar credits as they’d like from Yeloha at a price that’s less than what they’d normally pay to their utility. The service is currently operating in Massachusetts only, but has plans for expansion across the country.

For more information, visit Yeloha.com/sunhost.

Crab Crisis

Valuable Horseshoe Species Going Extinct The horseshoe crab, which is not really a crab, but belongs to the taxonomical class Merostomata among arthropods, is about to join the long list of endangered species. Their potential extinction poses a major threat to pharmaceutical, clinical and food industries seeking the secrets to the species’ survival over more than 250 million years with minimal evolution, enduring extreme temperature conditions and salinity.

Individuals are able to go without eating for a year.

Commonly found living in warm, shallow coastal waters on the sea floor, horseshoe crabs play an important ecological role. A continuing decrease in their population will affect other species, especially shorebirds that feed on the eggs, destabilizing the food chain. Sea turtles also feed on adult horseshoe crabs.

Scientists worldwide want to include the invertebrate in schedule IV of the Wildlife Protection Act of 1974, labeling them as an endangered species. Enforcement will include monitoring for improper uses of horseshoe crabs.

Source: EndangeredSpeciesInternational.org

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Earthquakes Derail Dutch Gas Production Gas production by fracking in the Loppersum, Netherlands, area of the Groningen natural gas field, Europe’s largest, was suspended by a Dutch court after a home was damaged by earthquakes linked to the operation. Nette Kruzenga, co-founder of Groningen Centraal, one of two groups seeking an immediate halt in Groningen gas production, says, “It is clear the judge said that the situation around Loppersum is dangerous.”

The actions of Dutch officials are different than in the U.S., where many people acknowledge the same problem while others deny its existence. States that tend to cite the danger are those that have experienced damaging earthquakes, including Arkansas, Oklahoma, Ohio and Virginia. Deniers include big-fracking states such as California, Colorado and Texas.

In states that have reduced new injections and scaled back current operations, earthquakes have abated. natural awakenings

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Pistachio Power

The Nuttiest Biogas Around Turkey, one of the world’s largest producers of pistachios, has begun using tons of the shells to produce biogas (methane) as an alternative energy source instead of dumping them in landfills. The country even plans to power its first eco-city using this unconventional fuel.

The planned 7,900-acre metropolis is expected to house 200,000 people in Gaziantep Province. This southern region near the Syrian border is the heart of Turkey’s pistachio production, yielding more than 50 percent of the country’s nuts. “When you plan such environmentally friendly systems, you take a look at the natural resources you have,” explains Seda Muftuoglu Gulec, a Turkish green building expert. “If the region was abundant in wind power, we would use wind energy.”

If the project goes forward, construction will start within two years and be completed within two decades. A pilot phase will focus on a 135-acre piece of land and, if successful, expand into the entire city. It may inspire other agricultural regions to look at what they typically consider waste as an energy source.

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More Americans Hop on Buses and Trains More people today are embracing the many benefits of commuting by public transit. Beyond the good feelings of reducing their carbon footprint and avoiding the stress of traffic, they are meeting and conversing with fellow passengers, reading, working via mobile devices or simply relaxing.

Total U.S. mass transit trips topped 2.7 billion in the third quarter of 2014, a 1.8 percent rise from the same period in 2013, according to the American Public Transportation Association.

This represents “a dramatic change in public opinion as more people are demanding public transportation services,” according to President and CEO Michael Melaniphy.

Many communities are responding by improving the operations and scope of their mass transit systems. Oklahoma City’s bus and metro system was acquired

by Embark (EmbarkOK.com) in 2013. In April 2014, it launched the first phase of changes, including increased frequency of bus routes to reduce both passenger waiting and travel times. Since then, ridership has increased 8 percent. Beginning last January, two crosstown bus routes began operating until midnight.

For Andre Small, late-night service means he can ride to and from his home and the restaurant where he works. “I would take the afternoon bus to work, but then have to walk four miles home when my shift ended at 11 p.m.,” says Small.

“Carrying my tips in cash late at night didn’t feel safe. Bus service until midnight is a lifesaver.”

Bus ridership in Indianapolis reached a 23-year peak last year, totaling nearly 10.3 million passenger trips, and a new downtown transportation center is expected to open this year. IndyGo, the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation (IndyGo.net), plans to offer the nation’s largest electric bus fleet, rolling out the first vehicles by fall, with a fleet of 21 by year’s end.

Capitol Metro launched two special MetroRapid bus routes in Austin, Texas, in 2014, and new bus and rail transportation centers opened last year in Denver and Anaheim, California. New streetcar projects are underway in Atlanta, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Dallas, Detroit, Kansas City, Oklahoma City, Salt Lake City, Tucson and Washington, D.C.

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Part of the reason we intentionally isolate ourselves might be the false belief that we’ll be happier by doing so, according to a recent University of Chicago study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology. When subway riders were asked how they thought they would feel if they spoke to a stranger, nearly all of them predicted that the ride would be “less pleasant” than if they kept to themselves.

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ENLIGHTENED PARENTING Tips for Raising Confident and Loving Kids

by Meredith Montgomery

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seen firsthand, “If you have a connection with your kids, you can have a lot more influence on them.”

Noting that sometimes children feel like their parents love them, but don’t necessarily like them, Martin Establishing Values Shelly Lefkoe, co-author emphasizes finding ways My dad always of Chicken Soup for the to identify with their intold me it was my terests. “I love cars, and Soul: Guide to Effective Parenting, believes that dad used to invite school, my choice, my children learn what we me on test drives when my grades, my life. I was a kid. Both of my model as important values. She tells her daughtook time to It made me want to parents ters they should treat her connect with me, which take responsibility. had a huge impact on with dignity and respect both because she’s their our relationship.” mother and, “That’s how Christine Carter, ~Casey Martin you treat people and Ph.D., a sociologist with that’s how I treat them.” Honesty is also a the University of California Greater high priority in their household.

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Minneapolis college student Casey importance of talking explicitly about Martin often joins his father, Kirk, in values. When we see kids doing somepresenting Calm Parenting workshops thing we value, ask them how it made for parents, teachers and students them feel, she advises. “Teens don’t around the country. In growing up, he’s necessarily know that their parents ueled by unconditional love, parenting with presence embraces all potential connections between parents and their children.

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value character over grades,” Carter says, “particularly if parents tend to monitor grades more than aspects of a child’s character. What do you talk about more—their achievements or their character? If it’s the former, consider that you unintentionally might be sending the wrong message.”

Hummingbird Parenting

Overprotection of children by what’s termed helicopter parenting, can cause a disabling sense of entitlement where kids begin to believe, possibly unconsciously, that they are entitled to a difficulty-free life, Carter observes. “There’s an epidemic of cheating because students don’t want to try hard, and they expect to be rescued,” she says.

“Although it’s terrifying to let our kids fail, when we don’t let them experience difficulty, they see mistakes as being so awful they must be avoided at any cost. To gain mastery in any arena, we must challenge ourselves, even if that means making mistakes.”

“We lose sight that we’re not raising children, we’re raising adults,” says Malibu, California, marriage, family and child therapist Susan Stiffelman, author of Parenting with Presence: Practices for Raising Conscious, Confident, Caring Kids. “Empower them to cope with ups and downs. Help them know and trust themselves by not legislating their opinions and by allowing them to experiment.”

Children often struggle with transitions, especially when things don’t go as planned. Martin recommends, “When kids throw tantrums or argue to get out of a challenging situation that’s causing them anxiety, help them work through it. Tell them that you know they’re feeling anxious, that you’ve felt that way before, too, and then help by giving them something specific to do or focus on.”

Independent outdoor play has been proven to help kids learn to exert self-control. America’s children aren’t allowed to roam freely outside to experience nature as previous generations did. In Last Child in the Woods, author Richard Louv cautions against being limited by modern factors such as restrictive subdivision covenants and media-induced fear. “There are risks outdoors, but there are huge psycho-

logical, physical and If you can’t explain Lefkoe suggests manspiritual risks in raising aging parental expectasomething to a future generations under tions while considering protective house arrest,” what serves the child 5-year-old, you he says. best in the moment. don’t really

Louv prefers what’s When a child tries to tell called a hummingbird Mom something when understand it; approach: “Hummingshe’s distracted, the they make you bird parents don’t hover child may conclude that over their kids with what they say is unimthink about nature flash cards; they portant. Instead, the what you know. stand back and make mother can acknowlspace for exploration edge the importance of and problem solving what the child has to ~Armin Brott through independent say and how she looks play, while remaining nearby, ready to forward to listening once she’s freed up zoom in at a moment’s notice if safety before eventually giving the child her becomes an issue.” full attention.

Armin Brott, host of San Francisco’s Parents can serve as a safe haven Positive Parenting radio program, refor kids. Stiffelman says, “Allow them to minds parents to increase opportunities speak the truth without being corrected for independence as youngsters grow. or shamed. If they tell you they’d like “Test a child’s ability to handle more to do something you don’t approve of, freedom by providing the opportunity resist the urge to react with immedito prove that they can. If they succeed, ate advice and talk to them about their it’s a confidence builder. If not, it allows decision-making process. Be present them to see for themselves that they’re enough for them to let them hear themnot ready yet.” selves think out loud.”

“Children need affection, attention, Disciplined Communication acknowledgment and unconditional The first eight years of a child’s life are love, not discipline. When you punish the most formative, effecting personal kids, they feel absolved: ‘I did somebeliefs that will shape the adult that thing bad, I got punished, now we’re they’ll become, including impediments even,’” says Lefkoe. When they get to fruitful self-expression. A healthy caught doing something they shouldn’t conversational relationship can foster be doing, she recommends (with chilconnection and security while respectdren as young as 5) asking them, “What fully teaching children right from wrong. are the consequences of your actions?

Do you want to live with them? Your goal with this conversation should be that your child walks away feeling like they made a mistake, but it was a great learning opportunity.”

As kids mature and are faced with potentially dangerous scenarios, “You don’t want them worrying about what their friends will think; you want them thinking about the consequences,” says Lefkoe.

Navigating the Teen Years

The intense journey of adolescence is about discovering oneself and how to reach full potential. Carter says, “I had to constantly remind myself that this is their journey, not mine, and that it’s going to sometimes be dark and difficult.”

“The more power you give kids, the less they feel the need to test the universe,” says Lefkoe, who reminds parents that while it’s relatively easy to control young children, rebellious teenagers are harder to handle when they feel they have something to prove to an overbearing parent. Offering calculated risk-taking opportunities that don’t involve drugs and alcohol is beneficial in the teen years.

“You want them to know how to handle freedom and be responsible once they are on their own,” she says.

“When I got my driver’s license, I always came home before curfew,” says Martin. “I learned that if I could control myself, my parents didn’t feel the need to control me, which gave me a ton of power in my life.”

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Brott observes that as the parenting role changes, “We can offer to help, but it’s equally important to learn to let go and admire the young adults they’re becoming.”

Teens desperately want to not feel like a kid, adds Stiffelman. “They may tell you to back off, but stay present and engaged—like wallpaper. The more you ask their opinion or invite them to teach you something, the more they’ll feel your support.”

With sex education, the authors of The New Puberty, Pediatric Endocrinologist Dr. Louise Greenspan and Adolescent Psychologist Julianna Deardorff, Ph.D., emphasize the importance of being approachable from a young age, so kids naturally turn to their parents when sensitive questions arise.

“It shouldn’t be about having ‘the talk’; it’s about maintaining an ongoing conversation,” says Greenspan. “Body odor is a good starting point in talking about body issues because it’s not intimidating and can be comfortably addressed by either parent.” Avoid rushing into subjects they’re not ready for by focusing on answering the questions that are posed, while offering a glimpse

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into the near future.

We often forget that the

Deardorff says, “Pubertal changes hapwork we do as parents pen over time, so be patient. Parents have a lot of anxiety and anticipation about puberty. is essential both for our When you start to see the first signs, you children’s well-being don’t have to communicate everything all at once.” and the greater good of

Consider throwing a puberty party or a the world. health workshop for a son or daughter and their friends. Invite a parent that is comfort~Christine Carter able with the subject matter—a nurse, physician or teacher—to get the conversation started. “Fight the urge to emotionally or physically withdraw,” counsels Deardorff. “Sharing activities is a form of communication, too.”

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“By paying attention, we can learn a lot of skills from our kids,” says Brott. Generally, youngsters have a greater tolerance for other people’s mistakes and opinions than adults, and tend to be more laid back. They regularly teach spiritual lessons about giving and receiving love and happiness in ways we never imagined.

Through all the inevitable challenges, Stiffelman notes, “When parenting with presence, we orient ourselves with whatever good, bad or difficult moment is unfolding and bring more of our self—our heart, consciousness, understanding and compassion—to hold steady as the seas get rocky. Children offer us opportunities to confront the dark and dusty corners of our minds and hearts, creating conditions to call forth the kind of learning that can liberate us from old paradigms.”

It all allows us to lead more expansive and fulfilling lives as we open ourselves to more of the love, learning and joy that the adventure of parenting can bring. When we embrace the healing and transformation that is being offered through parenting with presence, the rewards can be limitless.

Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Mobile/Baldwin, AL (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com).

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10 STEPS TO FAMILY HAPPINESS

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appier kids are more likely to become successful, accomplished adults. Looking at the science can show what works in raising naturally healthy, happy kids.

feelings are okay, even though bad behavior isn’t.

Put on Your Own Oxygen Mask First.

How happy parents are dramatically affects how happy and successful their kids are.

Teach Self-Discipline. Self-discipline in kids is more predictive of future success than intelligence or most anything else good. Start teaching it by helping kids learn ways to distract themselves from temptation.

Build a Village. The breadth and depth of our positive relationships with other people is the strongest predictor of human happiness.

Expect Effort and Enjoyment, Not Perfection. Parents that overemphasize achievement are more likely to have kids with higher levels of depression, anxiety and substance abuse compared to others. Praise effort, not natural ability.

Choose Gratitude, Forgiveness and Optimism. Optimism is so closely related to happiness that the two are practically interchangeable. Teach preteens to look on the bright side.

Raise their Emotional Intelligence. It’s a skill, not an inborn trait. Parents can help by empathizing with children facing difficult emotions and helping them identify and label what they are feeling. Let them know that all

Form Happiness Habits. Turn these happiness skills, plus the positive skills parents already have, into habits.

Enjoy the Present Moment. We can be super-busy and deeply happy at the same time by deeply experiencing the present moment.

Rig their Environment for Happiness.

Monitor a child’s surroundings so that the family’s deliberate happiness efforts have maximum effect.

Eat Dinner Together. This simple tradition helps mold better kids and makes them happier, too.

Christine Carter, Ph.D., is the author of Raising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents and The Sweet Spot: How to Find Your Groove at Home and Work. She is a senior fellow at the University of California, Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center. Learn more at ChristineCarter.com. natural awakenings

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Simple Fatigue or Old Traumatic Brain Injury?

by Tracie Leonhardt, DO

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raumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is the result of some trauma to the brain. It can be the result of a slip and fall accident, motor vehicle accident, sports injury, or any type of sudden, severe impact to the head that causes movement of the brain within the head. In addition to the damage at the time of injury, brain trauma can alter functions within the brain that may not show up for weeks or even months.

A mild TBI is a concussion, and may or may not cause loss of consciousness at the time of injury. A person may suffer some confusion, headaches, loss of mental clarity, attention deficits, sleep disturbance, irritability and mood swings.

Even though an MRI may look normal, the effects of a mild TBI can be devastating, and since some symptoms may not reveal themselves for some time, a person may not link the symptoms to the event. An example of this may be a football player who suffers a “mild concussion” and next week is on the field again. Months later, he begins having a little memory loss or maybe loses his sense of smell—some symptoms that don’t necessarily remind him of his injury months back.

A severe TBI can affect speech, vision, taste, smell, hearing, balance, perception and touch as well as emotions, memory and other cognitive functions. Again, this type of injury, although severity is more evident at time of injury, may not show some symptoms for months or longer.

There are two phases of TBI: Phase I—which is the initial, acute phase of all traumas; and Phase II—which includes all the secondary cascades of inflammation that smolder for years, causing progressive damage to the brain and leading to presentation of psychological and cognitive impairment.

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Based upon a 2010 report looking at only the U.S., brain injuries are more common than we might think. A brain injury occurs every seven seconds, and results in a death every five minutes. This represents about 4.5 million brain injuries and 53,000 deaths a year. These numbers come from those who seek medical care, but the bulk of the injured never seek medical attention until the subtle neuropsychological changes start occurring.

About 50 percent of the TBIs are the result of motor vehicle accidents, bicycle or pedestrian- vehicle accidents.

Falls are the second most common cause of TBI (20-30 percent), being more frequent among the elderly and the very young. Violence related assaults account for approximately 20 percent of TBI, almost equally divided into firearm and non-firearm assaults.

Alzheimer’s disease is now being linked to the occurrence of traumatic brain injury. A 1999 report by the American Journal of Epidemiology acknowledged that those with TBI developed Alzheimer’s much sooner than statistically anticipated. (1) Adding to this study was a study commissioned by the NFL reporting that Alzheimer’s disease or similar memory related diseases (dementia) appear to have been diagnosed in the league’s former players more often than in the national population—and at 19 times the normal rate for men ages 30 through 49.

Two areas of the brain that are frequently damaged after TBI are the pituitary gland, which controls many of our hormones, and the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus is one of the busiest parts of the brain, and is mainly concerned with the process of returning the system to its established “set

point�. This is like putting your computer back to factory reset because it slowed down or got a virus. It is responsible for regulating hunger, thirst, response to pain, levels of pleasure, sexual satisfaction, anger and aggressive behavior. It also regulates the functioning of the autonomic nervous system, including pulse, blood pressure, breathing, and arousal in response to many emotional circumstances.

insomnia and weight gain have hormonal imbalances as a result of a prior traumatic brain injury. Studies have found that there are specific changes to the brain chemistry and hormones that occur after these injuries. With proper evaluation and treatment, these imbalances can be corrected. Thanks to technology and new methods of radiologic testing, we are now able to detect some of these injuries. (6)

The damage to these two centers in the brain causes hormone deficiencies. Changes in hormones may be apparent within days of the injury or may take years to manifest. Recent data suggests that pituitary deficiency is not infrequent amongst moderate to severe TBI survivors with as many as 40 to 50 percent of these patients reported to develop some degree of pituitary dysfunction. In mild TBI, the reports have varied from 23 to 84 percent of cases having from one or more hormone deficiencies.

Some of the hormones that may be affected by TBI include growth hormone, thyroid, testosterone, pregnenolone, progesterone, FSH (follicle stimulating hormone), LH (leutinizing hormone), and prolactin. Growth hormone deficiency is the first and most common of pituitary impairment. (4)

Over the years, a significant number of articles have promoted an associated decline in cognitive functioning with low levels of testosterone, progesterone, estrogens, thyroid hormones, growth hormone, and DHEA-S. (5) Many patients with fatigue, memory issues, depression,

Dr. Tracie Leonhardt is an Advanced Fellow of the Academy of Anti-aging and Restorative Medicine, has a Certification in Traumatic Brain Injury and is Board Certified in Emergency Medicine. See ad page 9.

References: 1. Traumatic Brain Injury and Time to Onset of Alzheimer’s Disease: A population based study. Nemetz, Peter et al. American Journal of Epidemiology. Vol 149 No1 p 32-40 2. Hypopituitarism and Growth Hormone Deficiency after Traumatic Brain Injury. Growth Horm IG Reds 2004 June:14 Suppl A:S14-7. Aimaretti G et al Division of Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases. Department of Internal Medicine 3. The effects of stress and stress hormones on human cognition: implications for the field of brain and cognition. Lupien SJ. Brain and Cognition 2007 Elsevier 4. Associations between circulation sex steroid hormones and cognition in normal elderly women. Drake EB Neurology 2000 5. Thyroid hormones, brain function and cognition: a brief review.

Smith, JW Neuroscience & Biobehavioral 2002 Elsevier 6. TBI A clinical approach to diagnosis and treatment. Mark Gordon 2014

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The Vaccine Push Mandatory Laws vs. Personal Choice

by Linda Sechrist

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ront-page headlines is largely due Mandatory vaccines legislation about questionable to 169 cases of measles pose the latest research, corporate reported between January manipulations, purchased and April 17, encomaffront to citizens’ 4passing politicians, medical cover20 states and the ups and whistleblower re- right to informed District of Columbia, all ports have left Americans to a traveler inself-government. traced feeling hoodwinked and fected overseas that then skeptical. According to a new Pew Revisited a California amusement park. search Center study, the public doesn’t

Common sense and independent trust the information they’re fed on research counters the stance that would issues such as genetically engineered rob individuals of their moral right to crops and now, mandatory vaccines. conscientious, philosophical and person The current state of distrust of al-belief exemption from being subjected scientific statistics and their impact on to vaccines. Hard evidence in a plethora our lives doesn’t bode well for lawmak- of published studies further identifies geers attempting to build consensus for netic factors that could cause the develuniform mandatory vaccination interopment of adverse effects to vaccines. vention. The current rush to pass such Yet, “There is no available evi-

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dence on vaccines’ effectiveness that is placebo-controlled, plus the health effects of vaccines in combination have never been studied, certainly not the 69 total doses of 16 types of vaccines given to children starting 12 hours after birth through age 18,” says Sayer Ji, a member of the National Health Federation board of governors and founder of GreenMedInfo.com.

“Vaccine risks for anyone can range from zero to 100 percent, depending upon one’s genes, microbiome DNA, environment, age and health at the time of vaccination and the type and number of vaccines given,” advises Barbara Loe Fisher, president and co-founder of the nonprofit National Vaccine Information Center, headquartered in Vienna, Virginia.

“Vaccines are not safe or effective for everyone because we’re not all the same and we don’t all respond the same way to pharmaceutical products,” says Fisher. She notes that responses to infectious diseases and the risk for complications can also vary, depending upon similar factors.

Among the most prominent warnings on vaccine ingredients, concerned doctors, researchers and medical whistleblowers cite dangers of the toxin thimerosal, a mercury-containing preservative used in some vaccines and vaccine adjuvants such as aluminum gels or aluminum salts added to elicit a stronger immune response against the germ the vaccine introduces into our body.

Leading books citing telling research include Thimerosal: Let the Science Speak, by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. Mark Hyman; Vaccines: What CDC Documents and Science Reveal, by Dr. Sherri Tenpenny; Vac-

cine Epidemic, by Louise Vaccines are not have been collectively awarded $3 billion in Kuo Habakus; and Science responsible for vaccine injury comfor Sale, by David L. Lewis, pensation. There are Ph.D. Top film documenthe eradication thousands more that taries include Shots in of diseases such as have been unable to the Dark; Vaccination: The Hidden Truth; Trace polio and smallpox. secure federal compensation for their vaccine Amounts; The Greater Good; and ~U.S. Centers for Disease injuries,” reports Fisher.

“At least 25,000 to Vaccine Nation.

Control database 30,000 reports of vac Bought: The Hidden Story Behind Vaccines, Big Pharma and cine reactions are filed annually with the Vaccine Adverse Events Reporting Your Food resulted from two years of System, operated by the U.S. Centers investigative research in disaster medifor Disease Control,” says Tenpenny. cal management by Toni Bark, now an integrative physician. In interviews with “Underreporting is a substantial problem. It’s estimated that less than 1 practicing doctors, research scientists, percent of all adverse events from drugs former pharmaceutical sales representaand vaccines are reported.” Vaccine tives, attorneys and others, Bark exposes ResearchLibrary.com cites 7,200 jourserious conflicts of interest. These innal articles and studies that expose the clude vaccine research funding, hiring harm caused by vaccines. between pharmaceutical and chemical

“Knowledge is empowering and industries and their government regupersonal discernment is priceless. lating agencies, sponsored scientific The facts challenge the health claims propaganda used to silence critics, by government health agencies and and large-scale corruption within the pharmaceutical firms that vaccines are billion-dollar vaccine industry. Plus, perfectly safe,” says Ji. “Public doubt, it points out problems with the Nadistrust and skepticism are rational and tional Childhood Vaccine Injury Act natural consequences.” of 1986 that Congress passed to give drug manufacturers, the government and physicians protection from lawsuits For more information, visit the National Vaccine Information Center at nvic.org arising from injuries caused by childand the coalition of citizen advocates hood vaccines. at NationalHealthFreedom.org.

“Since 1988, thousands of children and adults in America that have Connect with writer Linda Sechrist at suffered brain inflammation and other ItsAllAboutWe.com. long-recognized vaccine reactions

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accines are pharmaceutical products that carry risks. The National Vaccine Information Center encourages parents to become fully informed about the potential risks and disease complications for their own children and pose these questions to one or more trusted healthcare professionals before making a decision. n Have I, or my child, had a bad reaction to a vaccination before? n Do I, or my child, have a personal or family history of vaccine reactions, neurological disorders, severe allergies or immune system problems? n Do I know the disease and vaccine risks for my child or myself? n Do I have full information about the vaccine’s side effects? n Do I know how to identify and report a vaccine reaction? n Will I have a written record, including the vaccine manufacturer’s name and lot number, for all vaccinations? n Am I convinced that I have the right to make an informed choice?

Visit nvic.org for information on recognizing vaccine-reaction symptoms.

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Researcher and Chiropractor Joe Dispenza, of Olympia, Washington, knows the value of the placebo effect from personal experience. When his spine shattered during a 1986 triathlon race as his bicycle was hit by an SUV, he had a good mental picture of what had happened.

Consulting doctors proclaimed a bleak prognosis and offered a risky surgical procedure as his only chance of walking again.

He left the hospital against the advice of his physicians and spent the next three months mentally—and physically—reconstructing his spine. His story is one of hope for healing for others, detailed in his latest book, You Are the Placebo: Making Your Mind Matter.

How did your pivotal healing take place?

For two hours twice a day, I went within and began creating a picture of my intended result: a totally healed spine.

Nine-and-a-half weeks after the accident, I got up and walked back into my life fully recovered—without having had a body cast or surgeries. I resumed my chiropractic practice 10 weeks out and was training and lifting weights again while continuing my rehabilitation regimen at 12 weeks. Now, in the nearly 30 years since the accident, I can honestly say that 32

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I rarely experience any back pain.

How does your approach differ from mind over matter?

It’s the same. So many people have been conditioned into believing that mind and body are separate things. There is never a time when the mind isn’t influencing the body and vice versa. The combination is what I call a state of being.

How does the placebo effect work?

Think about the idea of giving somebody a sugar pill, saline solution or a false surgery. A certain percentage of those people will accept, believe and surrender—without analysis—to the “thought” that they are receiving the real substance or treatment. As a result, they’ll program their autonomic nervous systems to manufacture the exact same pharmacy of drugs to match the real substance or treatment. They can make their own antidepressants and painkilling medicines.

Healing is not something that takes place outside of you.

Can you cite examples of disease in which self-healing has been scientifically validated?

There is amazing power in the human mind. Some people’s thoughts heal them; some have made them sick and sometimes even hastened their death.

In the first chapter of You Are the Placebo, I tell a story about one man who died after being told he had cancer, even though an autopsy revealed

he’d been misdiagnosed. A woman plagued by depression for decades improved dramatically and permanently during an antidepressant drug trial, despite the fact that she was in the placebo group. A handful of veterans that participated in a Baylor University study, formerly hobbled by osteoarthritis, were miraculously cured by fake knee surgeries. Plus, scientists have seen sham coronary bypass surgeries that resulted in healing for 83 percent of participants (New England Journal of Medicine). A study of Parkinson’s disease from the University of British Columbia measured better motor coordination for half of the patients after a placebo injection. They were all healed by thought alone. The list goes on.

I’ve personally witnessed many people heal themselves using the same principles of the placebo response, once they understood how, from cancers, multiple sclerosis, lupus, thyroid conditions and irritable bowel syndrome.

How can an ordinary person make that quantum leap and find healing?

Adopt the pace of nature—her secret is patience. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Many of us are now recognizing that rather than live in the past, we can create our own future. It requires changing some longstanding conditioned beliefs and the willingness to step into an unfamiliar, uncomfortable, unpredictable state that is consistent with living in the unknown. This happens to be the perfect place from which to create change.

I recommend a meditation that creates physiological changes in the brain and at the cellular level, from 45 to 60 minutes a day. Changing Beliefs and Perceptions meditations are available on my website or individuals can record themselves reading the texts printed in the back of my book.

As we exchange self-limiting beliefs we begin to embody new possibilities.

Joe Dispenza is chairman of Life University Research Council and a faculty member for the International Quantum University for Integrative Medicine, Omega Institute for Holistic Studies and Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. Visit DrJoeDispenza.com.

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Plants, animals, humans, everything in the natural world exists as color. The physical human body is basically composed of colors or, simply put, visible energy observed as colors. The human body is stimulated and healed by colors. Many have heard of the human ‘aura’—measurable colored light (even visible to the trained eye) emanating from inside the body which is generated internally as expressions of the cells themselves and can indicate healthy organ function.

Samassati Colorlight Therapy is a non-invasive, painless, and effective method of applying colored light to specific areas of the body and on acupuncture points for restoring balance and resuming vibrant physical, mental and

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We know light is energy or electromagnetic radiation (the fluctuation of electric and magnetic fields in nature), and the color spectrum visible to the naked eye is produced when energy and physical matter interact. Each color is a specific wavelength with its own fixed frequency. We are able to see or discern only a small segment of light or specific wavelengths as distinct colors with the naked eye. Our cells and atoms exist as energy, all having their own vibrational frequency we observe as color. In fact, each organ and other tissues have their own color or measurable vibrational frequency, distinct from the others. Different colors have different frequencies and respond differently when used on different parts of the body.

Why is the use of light so integral to our functioning and how can we use color light to help us heal disease?

Light entering the eyes reaches the visual centers of the brain, including the hypothalamus, considered to be the brain’s brain. This in turn stimulates the pineal gland (as well as the pituitary) to control much of our body’s hormonal impulses.

Using light on the skin and on acupuncture channels or meridian points is known to have measurable restorative effects on the body.

Colorlight Therapy Uses Red, considered a warm color, provides comfort as well as excitement as it energizes the heart and blood circulation. The kidneys, spine, gonads and sense of smell are associated with the color red.

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Think Before You Ink How to Make Body Art Safe and Reversible

by April Thompson

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ew things in life are more permanent than a tattoo. Yet those most likely to change their life course—in careers, relationships or fashion styles—are also most inclined to get inked. Nearly 40 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 25 have at least one tattoo, according to a Pew Research Center poll.

“If you change your hairstyle or look often, you probably aren’t a good candidate for a tattoo, because of the limited flexibility to change that decision,” says Dr. Gregory Hall, a primary care physician in Cleveland, Ohio. Hall created the

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website ShouldITattoo.com to help inform others after seeing so many patients that regretted the tattoos of their youth.

Hall has also authored Teens, Tattoos, & Piercings to try to reach school-aged kids before they even consider body art.

Career Concerns

The Millennial generation, which is getting inked in record numbers, is also the leading demographic for ink removal. More than half the tattoos removed by medical professionals in 2013 were for people between 19

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and 34 years old. Removal often costs many times more than being tattooed, sometimes requiring a dozen or more sessions over several months.

Beyond the likelihood of changing one’s mind about a tattoo, Hall cites employment, discrimination and health concerns in urging teens to decline getting inked or pierced. Employers have the legal right to reject a job candidate because of a tattoo—a challenging fact of life for young people to reconcile when they’re still undecided on a career path.

Different branches of the military have their own restrictions on body art, which can include the tattoo’s size, placement and subject, while some companies ban tattoos and piercings altogether.

The commitment of a tattoo never interested Lauren Waaland-Kreutzer, 25, of Richmond, Virginia. “I don’t know how I’m going to age and who I’ll be in five years,” she says. Two days after turning 18, however, she got her nose pierced, a decision she hasn’t regretted, even though it’s affected her employment. “While I was working my way through college, I gave up slightly better paying jobs in order to keep my piercing,” she says.

Her current employer, a local nonprofit in Fredericksburg, Virginia, is piercing-friendly, but she has friends that have to cover their tattoos and piercings at work; a former classmate-turnedlawyer even had to remove a small star tattoo from her wrist.

While piercings are more reversible than tattoos, they are also more prone to

certain health risks. Tongue and cheek piercings can accelerate tooth decay, according to Hall, and the risk of infection can be high, especially if it impacts cartilage. “Some skin rejects piercings, and you can end up with permanent scars,” he adds.

and I have got to get them off me.”

A Harris Interactive poll revealed that a third of company managers would think twice about promoting someone with tattoos or piercings—a more critical

People change over time and so do symbols.

A symbol that means one thing in society today can easily change. Very little is truly timeless. ~Gregory Hall

Henna tattoos, an import from India, are another popular alternative, although Hall has seen many patients develop allergic reactions to this plant-based ink, so it’s always best to test on a small spot first.

Permanent organic inks fade more over time, a downside for someone that keeps a tattoo for life, but “come off beautifully” in a removal process compared to the standard heavy metal inks, reports Hall. Also, “We just don’t know yet what impact the heavy metals may have on people’s immune systems down the road,” he says. “Organic inks are much safer.”

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

The Toxic Truth About Tattoos

Healthier Alternatives

The good news is there are more natural, less permanent alternatives for young adults to adorn and express themselves, including custom-made temporary tattoos, plus magnetic and clip-on jewelry that are indistinguishable from a permanent piercing. Temporary tattoos work to try out the look before possibly committing.

factor than how tidy their workspace is kept or the appropriateness of their attire.

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he spike in popularity of tattooing that began a couple of decades ago in America and Europe continues to spread worldwide. Those considering getting one will do well to carefully review the options and the health dangers related to traditional tattoos.

Tattoo inks contain heavy metals, and red inks often contain mercury.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved any tattoo pigments for injection into the skin. Tattoo parlors are regulated by states and municipalities, but the FDA doesn’t require manufacturers to release ink ingredients. The lack of regulation is unsettling, as some 45 million Americans have been inked.

Many tattoo ink pigments are industrial-grade colors suitable for printer ink or automobile paint, and the FDA warns that it may possibly cause infections, allergic reactions, keloids (fibrous scar tissue), granulomas (response to inflammation, infection or a foreign substance) and potential

complications connected with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The carrier solution used in tattoo inks also contains harmful substances such as denatured alcohol, methanol, antifreeze, detergents, formaldehyde and other toxic aldehydes.

A study in the journal Medicine by the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, in Dallas, links commercial tattoos to the spread of hepatitis C. Dr. Robert Haley, a preventative medicine specialist and former U.S. Centers for Disease Control infection control official, comments, “We found that commercially acquired tattoos accounted for more than twice as many hepatitis C infections as injection-drug use. This means it may have been the largest single contributor to the nationwide epidemic of this form of hepatitis.”

Anya Vien is the owner of Living Traditionally.com, focusing on naturally healthy and sustainable living.

Helpful Facts

State laws vary regarding age criteria, some allowing tattoos at any age with parental consent. Hall’s tattoo website has a downloadable contract to encourage kids to talk with their parents before making a decision, regardless of the need for consent.

Name tattoos, even those of loved ones, are among the tattoos most likely to be removed later in life. Hall saw this with a young man that had the names of the grandparents that raised him tattooed on his hands. He said, “I still love them, but I’m tired of looking at them natural awakenings

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GREEN ARTS Tips for Finding Safe Eco-Supplies

by Avery Mack

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reative energy is contagious,” says Kim Harris, co-owner of Yucandu, a hands-on craft studio in Webster Groves, Missouri. As one client crafter commented, “Art is cheaper than therapy and a lot more fun.” It doubles the pleasure when we trust the nature of our supplies.

Arts and crafts stir the imagination, spur creativity and are relaxing. Yet, for some, allergies, chemical sensitivities and eco-consciousness can make choosing materials a challenge. Manufacturers are not required to list heavy metals, toxic preservatives or petroleum-based ingredients, even when they’re labeled “non-toxic”.

User- and environment-friendly alternatives may be difficult to locate, but are worth the effort. After working with paint, glue, chalk and modeling dough, children may lick their fingers and be reluctant to wash hands thoroughly. Retirees with newfound time for hobbies may also have weakened immune systems at risk to chemical exposure. Everyone benefits from minimizing exposure to toxins.

Papers

For greeting cards, scrapbooking or mixed media, paper provides background, texture, pattern and color.

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Tree-free paper uses agricultural residue or fibers from bananas, coffee and tobacco, and EcoPaper.com researchers anticipate similar future use of pineapples, oranges and palm hearts.

Labels can be misleading. White paper has been bleached. Processed chlorine-free (PCF) means no bleaching occurred during this incarnation of the paper. Totally chlorine-free (TCF) papers are as advertised. Paper is called recycled if it’s 100 percent postconsumer-recovered fiber—anything less is recycled content.

Glues

For most projects, purchased glues are more convenient, longer lasting and easier to use than homemade. White glue and white paste, called “library paste”, are best with porous items like wood, paper, plastic and cloth. It takes longer to dry and needs to be held in place, but there are no fumes.

“Jewelry is wearable art, so for mine, I primarily use water-based, nontoxic glues and sealers that simply wash off my hands,” advises Nancy Kanter, owner and designer of Sparkling Vine Design, in Thousand Oaks, California.

Examples include Elmer’s Washable and Mod Podge.

Airplane glue, rubber cement, spray adhesive and epoxy all emit toxic fumes.

Instant glue (cyanoacrylate) likewise bonds fast to fingers; toxic, foul-smelling acetate (used in nail polish remover) is needed to remedy the situation.

Paints

Water-based tempera paint is easy to use; Chroma brand tempera removes some of the hazardous ingredients.

“I use water-based, non-toxic acrylic paints and wine to paint recycled wine corks for my designs,” says Kanter. “This avoids harsh fumes and chemicals.”

Note that acrylic paint can contain ammonia or formaldehyde. Oil paint produces fumes and requires turpentine, a petroleum-based product, to clean brushes. Aerosol spray paint is easily inhaled unless protective equipment is used.

Markers and Crayons

“Give kids great supplies and they’ll make great art,” maintains Harris.

“They’ll also be respectful of how much they use.”

Go for unscented, water-based markers, especially for younger chil-

acetone and sulfuric acid. Nylon, made from petroleum products, may have a harmful finish.

If paint, glue, chalk or markers have a strong odor or the label says, “Use in a well-ventilated area,” it’s toxic.

More Materials

dren that are as apt to draw on themselves as on paper. Soy crayons are made from sustainable soybean oil, while retaining bright colors. Dustless chalk is preferred by some. Colored eco-pencils are another option.

Beware of conventional dry erase markers, which contain the neurotoxin xylene; permanent markers emit fumes.

Wax crayons are made with paraffin, a petroleum-based product.

Yarn and Other Fibers

For knit or crochet projects, choose recycled silk and cotton or bamboo, soy silk from tofu byproducts, or natural, sustainable corn silk. Sheep’s wool, organic cotton or alpaca fibers, raw or hand-dyed with natural colors, are environmentally friendly.

Rayon is recycled wood pulp treated with caustic soda, ammonia,

Canvas is typically stretched on birch framing, a sustainable wood. Look for unbleached, organic cotton canvas without primer. Runoff from an organic cotton field doesn’t pollute waterways.

Experiment with homemade modeling clay. Many tutorials and photos are available online. Commercial modeling clay contains wheat flour, which can cause a reaction for the gluten-sensitive.

For papier-mâché projects, recycle newsprint and use white glue, thinned with water. Premade, packaged versions may contain asbestos fibers. Eco-beads with safe finishes vary from nuts and seeds to glass and stone. For grownups that like to create their own beads, realize that polymer clays contain vinyl/PVC.

In making artistic expression safe, being conscious of the materials used is paramount.

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Even without such technology, we can all enjoy improved relationships with animals, domestic and wild, by learning to listen. Veterinarian Linda Bender, an animal advocate in Charleston, South Carolina, and author of Animal Wisdom, says, “We all have the ability to understand animals. It gets trained out of us around age 7. It’s not about doing, it’s about being, a connection through the heart.” Meditation quiets the mind from daily concerns, allowing us to stay open, listen and be aware.

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Animal Talk They Have Lots to Say If We’d Only Listen

by Sandra Murphy

Some people talk to animals. Not many listen, though.

That’s the problem. ~A. A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh Brave New World In less than 10 years, we’ll see a universal translator for communicating with dogs and cats, predicts Con Slobodchikoff, Ph.D., professor emeritus of biological sciences at Northern Arizona University, in Flagstaff. Just like language apps change, for example, a French phrase into English, the device would translate barks into “Put on Animal Planet,” or meows to “Feed me tuna.”

Computers will foster better understand-

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ing between humans and animals.

David Roberts, a computer science assistant professor, and his team at North Carolina State University, in Raleigh, have received a grant from the National Science Foundation to develop a collar to send wireless instructions to dogs via vibrations. Multiple sensors return information about the dog’s heart rate and more, which is especially helpful for service dogs taught not to show stress or distress.

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Author Frances Hodgson Burnett captures the essence of this childlike sensibility in A Little Princess: “How it is that animals understand things I do not know, but it is certain that they do understand. Perhaps there is a language which is not made of words and everything understands it. Perhaps there is a soul hidden in everything and it can always speak, without even making a sound, to another soul.”

In Portland, Oregon, intuitive Melissa Mattern relates examples supporting Burnett’s premise from her own experiences. “My newest cat, Rocket, beat up my other cats and ran amok.

Nothing helped until I took a class in animal communication.” She asked her other cats what to do.

“They were clear that I should have consulted them before bringing Rocket into the house,” she says. “I asked Rocket if he would like another home and the picture of a chef’s hat popped into my mind. When we found the perfect home for Rocket, the man was a chef whose only other pet is a turtle that lets Rocket sleep with him. Everyone is happy with the results.”

Charli, a 14-year-old pointer, travels

the world with her family.

Her owner, Cynthia Bowman, shares one of her favorite stories: “As we planned our move to Spain, Charli got ill. I explained, ‘We want you to go too, but if you can’t, tell me.’ A picture of a smoked ham popped into my head. I didn’t understand, but Charli got well and went along,” she says. “In our new Gipuzkoa neighborhood, a deli sells hams, just like I pictured. I can’t explain how Charli knew.” It becomes a matter of trust. “Thoughts or mind pictures can be easy to dismiss or mistrust as imagination,” she comments.

“Every species has something they do best. With humans, it’s problem solving and advanced thinking.

We’ve separated ourselves from nature. We need to remember we’re all interconnected,” Bender says. “When we learn to tune into ourselves, be heart-centric and radiate compassionate energy, it makes us irresistible to other creatures.”

Nobody experiences magic unless they believe in it. ~Linda Bender

Exotic Tales Wild animals communicate with David Llewellyn. As a writer of outdoor/nature blogs, he’s traveled full time in a 30-foot RV since 2002. “They don’t understand words, but go by what’s in your soul.

I’ve picked berries with black bears and met a mountain lion and her two cubs along a trail without a mountain lion and her two cubs along a trail without ever being harmed,” he says. “Often, hikers are told, ‘Make yourself look big and scream.’ I say ‘Hello,’ comment on the day and thank them for letting me share their space.” Staying calm is vital.

Bender agrees. Grabbed by an orangutan at a wild animal trafficking rescue project, “She twisted my arm and could have easily broken it,” Bender recalls. “Fear is picked up as a threat so I tried to radiate calm. It was intense, but she gradually let go. With animals, you attract what you give. Better communication means better understanding leading to improved behavior on everyone’s part.”

Communication and understanding among human, domestic and wild animals not only makes life more interesting, it can save lives.

Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

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Kids like simple, elemental tastes and embrace the magic of the three-ingredient approach to cooking. ~Rozanne Gold, Eat Fresh Food: Awesome Recipes for Teen Chefs

KID COOKERY

They Love Healthy Food They Make Themselves

by Judith Fertig

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n less than a generation, childhood obesity has risen substantially, most notably in the United States, according to the article “Child and Adolescent Obesity: Part of a Bigger Picture,” in a recent issue of The Lancet. The authors attest that modern culture’s promotion of junk food encourages weight gain and can exacerbate risk factors for chronic disease in our kids.

When concerned parents have a picky child bent on eating only French fries, they could enroll them in healthy cooking classes that offer tastings and related hands-on experiences for youths from preschoolers through teens. Here, children are encouraged to try more foods, eat healthier and learn about meal preparation, plus sharpen some math, geography and social skills.

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Leah Smith, the mother of two elementary school children, founded Kids Kitchen and Chefs Club, in Austin, Texas, in 2011. She offers classes for chefs (ages 3 to 6), junior chefs (5 to 11) and senior chefs (11 to 14). Kids learn how to make dishes such as yogurt parfait popsicles with healthy grains clusters or roasted

tomato soup with homemade croutons.

“I’m a firm believer that teaching kids about which foods are good for us, and why, will positively influence their lifelong eating habits,” says Smith. “Start right, stay right.”

Elena Marre, also the mother of two elementary school children, faced the challenge of a picky eater in her family. In 2007, she started The Kids’ Table, in Chicago, and solved her own problem along the way. Says Marre, “It’s amazing how often I hear a child complain about not liking red peppers, dark leafy greens or onions at the beginning of a class. It’s so rewarding when that same child is devouring a dish made with those three ingredients at the end.”

Healthy kids cooking classes provide a fresh way to combat poverty, according to the Children’s Aid Society, in New York City. The group started Go!Chefs in 2006 at community schools and centers throughout the city and knows how to make it fun with Iron Chef-style competitions.

“When offered a choice between an apple and a candy on two consecutive occasions and with most having chosen

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the candy the first time, 57 percent of students in the Go!Kids health and fitness program chose the apple the second time, compared to 33 percent in the control group,” says Stefania Patinella, director of the society’s food and nutrition programs.

In Minnesota’s Twin Cities region, “We do a lot of outreach with Head Start, community schools and organizations like scout troops,” says Chef Ani Loizzo, Whole Foods Market’s culinary instructor at the Whole Kids Club Kitchen Camp, in Lake Calhoun. “We have many kids that know about organic and biodynamic farming and we talk about that in class.

We might focus on a healthy ingredient like tomatoes in a one-hour class or explore the culture of Greece or Mexico through food in a longer session.”

Loizzo loves the natural curiosity that kids bring to cooking classes.

“Sparking an interest in exploring ingredients and flavors can also lead to learning how to grow a garden and interest in the environment,” she says.

For children in areas where such cooking classes aren’t yet offered, there are still fun ways to involve them in healthy meal preparation. Maggie LaBarbera of San Mateo, California, started her Web-based company NourishInteractive.com in 2005 after witnessing the harmful effects of teenage obesity when she was an intensive care nurse. It offers educational articles for parents and free downloadable activities that engage children with healthy foods.

“Every positive change, no matter how small, is a step to creating a healthier child,” says LaBarbera. “Together, we can give children the knowledge, facts and skills to develop healthy habits for a lifetime.”

Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Starter Recipes for Kids

Yogurt Parfait Ice Pops with Healthy Grains Clusters Yields: 4 servings

4 ice pop molds 1 cup granola (use non-GMO, gluten-free Kind bars) in small pieces 1 cup organic fresh fruit such as raspberries, kiwi, mango and strawberries cut into small pieces 2 (6-oz) cartons organic dairy or non-dairy yogurt

Put dates into a medium bowl, cover with lukewarm purified water and set aside to soak for 10 minutes. Drain dates and reserve soaking liquid. In a food processor, purée dates with 3 to 4 tablespoons of the soaking liquid, honey, oil, vanilla and cinnamon until smooth. (Discard the remaining liquid.) Add bananas and purée again until almost smooth.

Transfer to a stainless steel bowl and stir in peanuts and cacao nibs. Cover and freeze, stirring occasionally, until almost solid—4 to 6 hours. Let ice cream soften a bit at room temperature before serving.

Adapted from a recipe by Leah Smith for Kids Kitchen and Chefs Club, in Austin, Texas

Raw Banana Ice Cream Yields: about 1 quart

20 pitted dates, roughly chopped 2 Tbsp raw honey 2 Tbsp extra-virgin coconut oil 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon 4 cups sliced very ripe organic bananas ½ cup raw peanuts, coarsely chopped, optional 2 Tbsp cacao nibs

Cheesy Lasagna Rolls Yields: 4 to 6 servings

Adapted from a recipe from Whole Foods Market, Lake Calhoun, Minnesota

photo by Stephen Blancett

Layer ingredients in each ice pop mold like a parfait. Put a sprinkle of granola in first, and then layer yogurt and fresh cut fruit. Add another spoonful of granola to top it all off and freeze the pops for at least 4 to 6 hours.

Nut Butter Granola Bars Yields: 8 bars

2¼ cups rolled oats ¼ cup shredded coconut (without added sugar) ½ cup applesauce 1/3 cup nut butter (almond or peanut) ¼ tsp baking soda ½ cup raw honey or maple syrup 1 Tbsp milk or almond milk 3 Tbsp chocolate chips Preheat the oven to 350° F. Mix all dry ingredients in one bowl. Mix wet ingredients into a separate bowl; it may help to heat the nut butter a little first.

Combine the wet and dry contents.

Adapted from a recipe by Kensey Goebel for Kids Kitchen and Chefs Club, in Austin, Texas

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Courtesy of TxKidsKitchen.com

ere’s a sampling of healthy snack food recipes that kids love to make—and eat—in class and at home.

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Line a 9-by-13-inch pan with parchment paper. Bake for about 25 minutes.

Let them cool completely before cutting. Store in a plastic container separated by parchment paper. They should keep for about two weeks and may be refrigerated.

Sea salt ½ lb (8 to 10) uncooked lasagna noodles Organic olive or coconut oil 1 cup ricotta cheese 1½ cups prepared marinara sauce 1½ cups packed baby spinach ½ cup shredded mozzarella Preheat oven to 400° F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add noodles and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain well and gently transfer to a clean surface.

Oil the inside of a small roasting pan or casserole dish and set it aside. Working with one noodle at a time, spread with about 2 tablespoons each of the ricotta and marinara, then top with spinach.

Starting at one end, roll up the noodle snugly, and then arrange it in the pan either seam-side down or with the rolls close enough to hold each other closed.

Pour the remaining marinara over assembled rolls, sprinkle with mozzarella and bake until golden and bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes.

Adapted from a recipe from Whole Foods Market

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 Introduction to Reflexology, Part 1: The Feet – 9am-5pm. This class is an opportunity to learn the basics of Foot Reflexology. Instructor and Foot Whisperer Sam Belyea guides students through the history, principles and basic techniques of Reflexology in a fun and soothing environment. This class is open to the public and Licensed Massage Therapists will receive 7 CEU hours for attending. $95. The Foot Whisperer Reflexology Institute, 4810 W. Gandy Blvd., Tampa, Details 813-8319420, FootWhisperer.com/classes.

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Advanced Hypnosis Training-In the Wake of Erickson – 10am-5:30pm. Aug. 1-2. Michael Watson, NLP & Hypnosis International Trainer, presents powerful weekend for beginning or experienced hypnotists to gain insights into Milton Erickson’s legacy. Special attention given to Naturalistic Inductions, Symbolic Interventions, Generative Trance & more. $215; $145/UPHI Members. UP Hypnosis Institute, 800 Tarpon Woods Blvd., Palm Harbor. 727-943-5003, UPHypnosis@yahoo.com, UPHypnosis.com.

Heart Chakra Workshop – 1:30-3:30pm. Mable Smith 200 RYT. Reignite the bridge between the lower and upper chakras; open and balance the energy of your heart chakra to live with integrity from a place of compassion, acceptance and tolerance for all that we are. Open to students at all levels. $30/ Advance, $35/Day of event. Yoga Village 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater, 727-712-1475, info@ayogavillage.com, ayogavillage.com/events.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2 Fermentation: Kimchi – 4pm. Rose Kalajian, Herbalist, Natural Health Hut, facilitates a discussion on the health benefits & history of fermented foods. There will also be a how-to demonstration and a tasting. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, naturesfoodpatch.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 6 Probiotics & Gut Health – 6:30pm. John Gow, NFP Wellness Department, explains how

how to optimize your gut health using fiber, enzymes and pre- & probiotics. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-4436703, naturesfoodpatch.com.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 Couples Weekend Getaway & Workshop – 7pm Fri.-2pm Sun. Join Richard & Diana Daffner, authors of Tantric Sex for Busy Couples, for a romantic beach getaway. Bring greater joy, intimacy and passion to your relationship. Celebrate your love.

Connect with your beloved on a soul level. $695/ couple. Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, FL. More info, other dates & locations, brochure, 941-349-6804, IntimacyRetreats.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 NAET Workshop – 10-11am. Learn how to live allergy-free without medication! Val Mirea will share the principles on NAET and how to eliminate allergies with a focus on Acupuncture and Herbal

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remedies. Free. St. Petersburg Health & Wellness, 222 2nd St. N., St. Pete. Space is limited, RSVP 727-551-0857.

Medical Hypnotherapy Specialty Training – 10am7pm. Aug. 8, 9, 22 & 23. Patricia V. Scott, PhD & Dr. Eric Rosen offer advanced techniques in medical hypnotherapy, theory and practice for certified hypnotists. $545, $395/UPHI Members. UP Hypnosis Institute, 800 Tarpon Woods Blvd., Palm Harbor.

727-943-5003, Complete details UPHypnosis.com.

Back to School: Kids’ Lunches – 11am. The Patch welcomes Ellen Jaffe Jones, The Veg Coach and renowned author of Eat Vegan on $4 a Day! Learn how to make yummy lunches your kids will love. On the menu: Vegan Load ‘em Up Burritos & Calabacitas. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, naturesfoodpatch.com.

Cooking with Edible Garden – 11:30am-1pm.

Nessie and Cathy will be teaching us delicious dishes made with plants from our organic garden. $10/Suggested donation. RSVP 813-334-7424 Maria, reikishrine@gmail.com, Nessie and Cathy 727-378-2435.

Building Strength from Top to Bottom Part 1 – 3-5pm. Building upper body strength with Heather Benton, E-RYT500. Firing up the muscles is key to building the strength of the upper body. Learn the secret to activating correct muscles creating a better push up and aid in your yoga practice. $25/session (available online) or Part 2: Pelvic Floor Strength 9/19/15. $40/ Both (call Heather for discount). Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Info & Registration, Heather 727-480-3004, yoga4all.com/workshops.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 Master Class – 1:30-3:30pm. Jaye Martin, E-RYT 500 International Trainer. Deepen your own capacity to be inspired while igniting your awareness of your hidden power which is so often unveiled in these Shakti-filled teachings. Open to students at all levels. An Open House follows to learn more about the upcoming Alignment Based Hatha Teacher Training. $30/Advance, $35/Day of event. Yoga Village 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater, 727-712-1475,

info@ayogavillage.com, ayogavillage.com/events.

Essential Knife Skills – 4pm. Theo Tillson, NFP Food Service Director, demonstrates how to slice, dice & chop to prep meals faster & more safely.

Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, naturesfoodpatch.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 Forgiveness Healing Workshop – 6-8pm. Also Sept. 8, Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 8. Unforgiveness is one of the biggest blocks to healing. Learn to move on from that reoccurring relationship, sleep better at night, improve your quality of life from cancer, lose weight, manage stress, decrease pain, improve digestion and much more! Presented by Kerry Kott, Doctor of Oriental Medicine and spiritual teacher.

Attendees are guided through a meditation and forgiveness exercise. Unity of Tampa, 3302 W. Horatio St., Tampa. $15/Sugg’d Love Offering. All proceeds are donated to charity. Space is limited, RSVP 813833-2299, PureElementsHealing@gmail.com, PureElementsHealing.com/forgiveness.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 Thyroid Problems? Free Seminar – 6pm. Fatigue?

Weight gain? Thinning hair? Feeling cold? Anxious?

Brittle nails? Brain fog? Drs. John & Alexa Parker, DC, D.PSc provide answers. Synergy Integrated Health, 4343 W Henderson Blvd., Tampa, Seating limited, Reservations, 813-254-5200, tampathyroid. com, synergyfixme.com.

Nature’s Anti-Aging Secrets – 7pm. Discover how to get billions of anti-oxidants that slow down aging without taking pills, potions or juices. Find out how to easily lose weight, reduce pain, improve digestion, boost energy & immunity, and look and feel younger naturally. Learn how a change in diet and lifestyle habits can help improve your life. Presented

by Dr. Fischer (retired) who loves to share knowledge and help others. Handouts provided. Free.

Clearwater location. Limited seating. Reservations required, 727-201-2192.

Nei Gong with Martin Keane – 7pm. Nei Gong is the spiritual side of Qi Gong. Daoist meditation techniques focus on the integration of the mind and body gestalt. Martin Keane is an Acupuncture Physi-

cian, Classical Homeopath and Qi Gong healer. He is a 22nd generation priest in the southern Dragon’s Gate sect and holds a doctorate in medical Qi Gong. $10, Wings Bookstore, 4500 4th St. N, St. Pete, 727-522-6657, WingsBookstore.com.

Hypnotic Fat Ban™ – 7-9pm. Patricia V. Scott, PhD leads powerful program developed over 30 years by Robert Otto, first hypnotist to get Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition listed in Library of Congress. Uses hypnosis, guided imagery & visualization to effect positive, permanent change. $97, $75/UPHI Members. One-year FREE Tune-UPs. UP Hypnosis Institute, Palm Harbor. Info 727-943-5003, UPHypnosis.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 How to Read Food Labels – 6:30pm. Liat Golan, RD, LD/N, Bee Well Nutrition, shares tips & tricks to deciphering confusing nutrition labels. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, naturesfoodpatch.com.

Sound & Light – 7-8pm. Enjoy the beautiful and entraining sound of magical crystal bowls, with Patti Nielsen. $10/Suggested donation. RSVP 813-9520904 Patti, 813-334-7424 Maria Antonieta or e-mail reikishrine@gmail.com.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 Sound Healing – 6:30-8pm. Eluv Zotos, recording artist, musician and radio personality. Sound Healing is literally a “tune-up” session for your whole body. Eluv combines her vocals, crystal singing bowls and angel harps to clear, balance, deeply relax and gently heal while the healing tones reach every part of you. $30/Advance, $35/Day of event. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater, 727-712-1475, info@ayogavillage.com, ayogavillage.com/events.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 Purest Potential Foundational Workshop – 10:30am-4:30pm. Aug. 15-16. Kirn & Guruchander Khalsa, Kundalini Yoga teacher trainers & founders of Purest Potential. Work beyond the experience of your personal drama, stories, reactivity, so you can choose to participate in the transformation process of expansion and growth, in a conscious learning

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community. Draw your Natal Numerology Chart to interpret the number positions and how they relate to activating and balancing the 10 bodies. $200/ Registered by August 7, save $50; $250/after. Yoga Village 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater, 727-712-1475, info@ayogavillage.com, ayogavillage.com/events.

Essential Oils and Healthy Children – 11am12:30pm. Machelle Perkins, DOM will help you learn how the top 10 therapeutic essential oils can keep your children healthy! Drawing for prizes.

Free. 7600 Bryan Dairy Rd., Ste. C, Largo. RSVP 727-541-2211.

Reflexology Certification Program Weekend – Aug. 15-16. This weekend is part of a 12-month, 300-hour program available for LMTs, acupuncturists and licensed health professionals with massage in their scope of practice to train to become Certified Reflexologists. Sam Belyea, program director, guides students through balancing the systems of the body using the technique of Reflexology.

Each weekend includes additional topics such as business development, meditation, and self-care. $2100/Year; $175/Weekend. The Foot Whisperer Reflexology Institute, 4810 W. Gandy Blvd., Tampa, Details 813-831-9420, FootWhisperer.com/reflexology_training.

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Acupuncture Ear Seeds will leave you renewed and refreshed, having found a still, clear and peaceful place within. Kerry is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and spiritual teacher and Elena Vans Evers is an accredited yoga instructor and massage therapist.

Bring your yoga mat and a blanket. Civic Memorial Center, 6601 Memorial Hwy., 2nd Flr., Tampa. $15/ Sugg’d Love Offering. All proceeds are donated to charity. Space is limited, RSVP 813-833-2299, PureElementsHealing@gmail.com, PureElementsHealing.com/meditation.

Just Humor Me™ – 7pm. What ever happened to recess? We never lost our need for recess, we just lost recess! Learn how to align your humor chakras, restore fun in your day and give yourself permission to play! Recess is back! Led by Just Humor Me™ founder, professional humorist, speaker, coach and certified counselor, Shannon Spring, M.Ed., HaHa Retreats™ (Humor and Healing Adventures). $22.

Wings Bookstore, 4500 4th St. N, St. Pete, 727-5226657, WingsBookstore.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20 Q&A Session: Cancer & Other Conditions – 6:30pm. Facilitated by Dr. David Minkoff, Lifeworks Wellness Center. Bring your medical questions to be answered by one of this country’s top MDs specializing in alternative health. Dr. Minkoff will advise on natural solutions to cancer and other chronic conditions. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-4436703, naturesfoodpatch.com.

SoulCollage® Workshop – 1-4:30pm. Do you love to cut pictures out of magazines? Are you curious about the rainbow of possibilities inside of you?

Then you will love SoulCollage®! Using simple materials that are provided, you create cards and interpret them for your own self-discovery using journaling prompts. $35/In Advance, $40/Door. St. Petersburg Health & Wellness, 222 2nd St. N., St. Pete. Limited Seating. Register 727-612-1560 or go to facebook.com/StPeteSoulCollage.

Eating for Energy – 7pm. Join us with our special guest speaker, Kerri Koch, to see what foods are best to eat to increase your energy. Attendees of the lecture get a gift certificate to receive their first Acupuncture treatment free (new patients only).

Jade Tree Wellness Center, Inc., 3039 49th St N, St. Pete, 727-344-8690, JadeTreeWellness.com.

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Reiki I & II – 6-10pm.Class Certification and CEUs available for LMT, provider number MCE 5013619, for Reiki credits. Rev. Maria Antonieta Revello, Reiki, Karuna & Qigong Master, Light Therapist, NLP practitioner. Member of ICRT, ILA. Reiki II August 24. Info & Reservations, 813334-7424, reikishrine@gmail.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 18 Self-Hypnosis Training: Your Unlimited Mind – 6-8:30pm. Patricia V. Scott, Internationally Certified Trainer of Hypnosis, teaches how to discover untapped potentials, talents & abilities using the power of your Unlimited Mind. $35; $25/UPHI Members.

Hypnosis CD, workbook & scripts included. UP Hypnosis Institute, 800 Tarpon Woods Blvd., Palm Harbor. Info 727-943-5003, UPHypnosis@yahoo. com, UPHypnosis.com.

Guided Meditation with Acupuncture – 6:157:30pm. Also Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Nov. 10. Join Kerry Kott and Elena Vans Evers for a very restorative experience. The combination of Meditation and

The Mind, Beliefs & Perceptions of The I – 11am. Luis Riveros, avyakt7.com. RSVP, Luis 813368-1135 or Maria 813-334-7424.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 22 Warrior Playshop – 11:30am-1:30pm. Learn the myth of Virabhadra to discover the origins of the warrior postures and how they benefit your body and mind. This playshop with Jill Perry will include discussion, asana practice and reflection. Bring a journal and pen for your reflection.

Free/TOLY Members; $25/ Register by 8/21, $35/Day of event. Tree Of Life Yoga, 6800 Gulfport Blvd., Ste. 205, S Pasadena. 727-5143051, treeoflifeyoga.org.

Arm Balances – 1:303:30pm. Linda Hutton, ERYT 500. Tap into your

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courage and ability to fly. Play with being fearless and build your balance and strength with arm balancing postures. This workshop emphasizes the importance of moving slowly while building confidence in your strength. $30. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater, 727-712-1475, info@ayogavillage.com, ayogavillage.com/events.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 25 Circulation Nation Tele-Class – 9pm. Every 4th Tues. Free phone teleconference (712-432-1200, code 148919#) for individuals/businesses explaining new Circulation Nation whole body rejuvenation studio, including Echo hydrogen-enriched water ionizer. Julie Phillips, National Business Development Director, Circulation Nation, 813-695-4372, CirculationNationProfessionals.com.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26 Hypnosis to Improve Sleep – 6-9pm. Public welcome to participate as practice clients & enjoy experiencing Hypnosis-NLP with certified practitioners receiving 3 CEUs to expand skills with techniques, scripts & interactive practice with attendees. $35; $25/UPHI Members. UP Hypnosis Institute, 800 Tarpon Woods Blvd., Palm Harbor. 727-943-5003, UPHypnosis@yahoo.com, UPHypnosis.com.

The Reynolds’ Kitchen – 6:30pm. Dr. Paul & Cara Reynolds, thereynoldskitchen.com, use the principles of Chinese medicine to combine flavors & color to feed all of your organs in this dairy & gluten free cooking class. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727443-6703, naturesfoodpatch.com.

Nature’s Anti-Aging Secrets – 7pm. Discover how to get billions of antioxidants that slow down aging without taking pills, potions or juices. Find out how to easily lose weight, reduce pain, improve digestion, boost energy & immunity, and look and feel younger naturally. Learn how a change in diet and lifestyle habits can help improve your life. Presented by Dr. Fischer (retired) who loves to share knowledge and help others.

Handouts provided. Free. Clearwater location. Limited seating. Reservations required, 727-201-2192.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 27 Thermography Appointments – 10am-5pm.

Breast, men/women, whole body thermography.

6-8pm Open House of Circulation Nation whole body rejuvenation studio. Use whole body vibration machines and drink Echo water, then re-evaluate your pain level and sleep quality. Infinity Integrative Medicine, 531 Main St., Ste. G, Safety Harbor.

Price/Appointments, 813-777-1511, CirculationNationProfessionals.com.

Summer Sweet Potatoes – 11am. Debby DeGraaff, natural foods chef & author, prepares Sweet Potato Slaw & Sweet Potato Salad with Citrus Dressing. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, naturesfoodpatch.com.

from strain. Props may be used to assist students in achieving natural alignment and improved mobility. The movement of body, breath, and mudra harmonize and the inner flow naturally emerges. $40. Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole.

Info, Lynne 850-329-7839 or pre-registration yoga4all.com/workshops.

Couples Weekend Getaway & Workshop – 7pm Fri-2pm Sun. Join Richard & Diana Daffner, authors of Tantric Sex for Busy Couples, for a romantic beach getaway. Bring greater joy, intimacy and passion to your relationship. Celebrate your love.

Connect with your beloved on a soul level. $695/ couple. Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, FL. More info, other dates & locations, brochure, 941-349-6804, IntimacyRetreats.com.

Thyroid Health Lecture – 6-7:15pm. Depression, anxiety, fatigue, brain fog, excess weight–these can all be signs of hypothyroidism. Come to a free lecture by Dr. Les Cole to learn about how this can be corrected and your symptoms eliminated naturally. St. Petersburg Health & Wellness, 222 2nd St. N., St. Pete. Space is limited. RSVP 727-202-6807.

Compassion for All Life: Changing Our Relationship with Non-human Beings – 7:30pm. Public talk with Tibetan Buddhist teacher Geshe Thupten Phelgye addressing the suffering of animals destined for slaughter, effects of animal husbandry on the planet, and moving toward a plant-based diet. Free. Florida Community of Mindfulness, 6501 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa. Info FloridaMindfulness.org.

The Seven Steps to Health – 7pm. Presented by Jeanne Bangtson, DC. Free. Peaks of Health Metabolic Medical Center, 1120 Belcher Rd. S, Ste. 2, Largo.

RSVP 727-826-0838, rsvp@PeaksOfHealth.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29

Full Moon Gong Meditation – 7:15-8:15pm. With Lisa Recchione, E-RYT500. The Gong cancels out thoughts quickly, allowing a state of deep relaxation and meditation to be reached. In this state, deep healing occurs and awareness is heightened especially during full or new moon phases. All student levels welcome.

Wear loose, comfortable clothes. $15. Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. For info, Lisa 727-2786650 or register yoga4all.com/workshops.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 TriYoga® Natural Alignment for Hips and Back – 6:30-9pm. With Lynne Andrews (Chandra), Senior TriYoga® International Teacher Trainer. Practice a flowing series to warm up the body including stretches for the hips and spine.

Emphasis is placed on creating balanced, postural alignment to activate muscles and keep joints free

Awakening the Mind of Compassion – 9am4:30pm. A day retreat with visiting Tibetan monk and scholar, Geshe Thupten Phelgye, teaching “The Eight Verses of Thought Transformation,” the Bodhisattva qualities of an altruistic and compassionate mind. $40/Suggested Donation. Florida Community of Mindfulness, 6501 N. Nebraska Ave, Tampa. Info and Required Registration, FloridaMindfulness.org.

Introduction to White Lotus Flower Qigong & Daoism Meditation – 1:30-3:30pm. Master Shifo Orlando. In this workshop, you will learn how to open the joints and energize the five important internal organs (liver, heart, spleen, lungs and kidneys) according to Daoism Medicine. Also, you will learn how to have a proper body alignment, release of tension, regulation of breath and quieting of the mind, important components of Qigong practice. Qigong is beneficial for adults of all ages and ability levels, all health conditions. No previous experience is required. $30/Advance, $35/Day of event. Space is limited (15) so register early. Yoga

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Restorative Yoga with Yoga Nidra – 2:30-5:30pm.

With Nancy MacDonald, Certified Restorative Yoga Teacher. Dog days of summer got you down? Come into the cool oasis of Yoga 4 All and enjoy a restful, restoring Restorative Yoga practice. Using blankets, bolsters, and blocks your body will have the supports it needs to relax and let go. The nervous system can reset, returning the mind to a state of balance. Yoga Nidra guided meditation ends this class. $35. 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Info, Nancy 727-5420116, Pre-registration yoga4all.com/workshops.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 30 Raw Tacos – 4pm. Brad Myers, The Vegabond Chef, shows how to make a tasty and healthy twist on this traditional Mexican dish. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727443-6703, naturesfoodpatch.com.

PLAN AHEAD WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Metabolic Makeover – 6:30-8pm. Free anti-aging class: Why the mitochondria cellular batteries “power down,” and how sugar sticks to fats/proteins causing Advanced Glycation Endproducts (AGEs).

Also covered is weight vs. health. Speaker Julie Phillips, CPNHS. Abby’s Health & Nutrition, 14374 N. Dale Mabry, Tampa. RSVP store 813-265-4951.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Basic Samassati Course – 9am-5pm. Sept. 4-8.

Jan van der Est and Wilma from the European Light Institute will be teaching. Samassati is an excellent tool to gain balance & health in your life, from a simple immune enhancer technique to awakening your inner core. Save your space! Info & Reservations, Maria 813-334-7424, Twyla 424-371-3192 or Raysa 813-447-2558.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Run, Walk, Stand with Healthy Feet – 1:304:30pm. Join yoga therapist Nancy MacDonald for an anatomy workshop focused on healthy feet. You

will learn: Anatomical alignment of the feet on and off the mat. Healthy feet exercises. How shoes affect not only the feet but the knees, hips & overall posture. Learn the most important stretch you can do for overall feet and leg health. With over 2000 hours of training Nancy wants to share with you her in-depth understanding of anatomy and how the mechanics of movement impact daily life. $40/ CEUs 3 hours for yoga teachers. The Lotus Pond Center, Tampa. Sign up yogalotuspond.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Lunar Energy Series – 7-9:15am. Sept. 12 & 26.

Begin to uncover your awareness of the monthly lunar cycle and the energy effects it has on us all, with Sharon Denton. Lunar Yoga Practice will be included in each session. Bring a journal and pen. $35/Both Sessions, TOLY Members; $45/Till 9-11, TOLY Members $40; $50/Day of first class. Tree Of Life Yoga, 6800 Gulfport Blvd., Ste. 205, S Pasadena. 727-514-3051, treeoflifeyoga.org.

Essential Oils and Pets – 11am-12:30pm. Machelle Perkins, DOM. will help you learn how therapeutic essential oils can be used for your pets! Drawing for prize. Free. 7600 Bryan Dairy Rd., Ste. C, Largo.

RSVP 727-541-2211.

sessions, materials, dinner at TOLY, and Harvest.

Tree Of Life Yoga, 6800 Gulfport Blvd., Ste. 205, S Pasadena 727-514-3051, treeoflifeyoga.org. Info, linnsennott.corehealth.us.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 Past Life Therapy Training – 10am-6pm. Sept. 1920. Open to general public & healing arts practitioners. Judy Zaccaria teaches techniques for exploring experiences that might have taken place in another lifetime, to gain insights & shed light onto feelings, thoughts, beliefs. Includes workbook & certification of completion. $185; $145/UPHI Members. UP Hypnosis Institute, 800 Tarpon Woods Blvd., Palm Harbor. 727-943-5003, UPHypnosis@yahoo.com, UPHypnosis.com.

Yoga Straps: Finding the Magic Hidden in The Straps – 1:30-3:30pm. Yoga students and teachers, join Nancy MacDonald E-RYT500. More than just to help you stretch, these gems of the yoga practice can help with slumpasana (computer shoulders/ back). Find alignment in standing poses and create a stable seat for sitting on the floor. Bring your curiosity to this workshop to discover for yourself the magic of yoga straps. $25. The Lotus Pond Center, Tampa. Sign up yogalotuspond.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Yoga Foundations Workshop (Level 1) – 7-9pm.

If you are new to yoga or would like to rediscover the basics, this workshop with Jill Perry is a great place to start. Designed to give beginners an understanding of breath, how it links to movement and correct alignment in each pose, including appropriate modifications to suit each individual. $20/By 9/14, $25/Day of event. Tree Of Life Yoga, 6800 Gulfport Blvd., Ste. 205, S Pasadena. 727-514-3051, treeoflifeyoga.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Core Creativity Intensive – Sept. 18-20. Open to inspiration and rekindle the passion that is uniquely you. Each of us has an innate spark of creativity that often gets covered up by the events of life. Joy-filled, integrated sessions fan the creative spark into a bonfire. This intensive with Linn Sennott is for everyone. Creativity is understood in the broadest sense: Your life as continuous creation! $145/Includes all

Restorative Yoga Certification Program for Yoga Teachers – 6:30-8:30pm Fri. 8:30am-5:30pm Sat. & Sun. Sept. 25-27. Nancy MacDonald E-RYT500, Certified Restorative Yoga teacher. Postures explained for group classes or privates. Training manual 70+ pages included. Add this much needed knowledge of healing to your teaching skills. 18 live CEUs. $330. Lotus Pond, Tampa. Register yogalotuspond.com.

Hypnosis Certification – Comprehensive 6-weekend training (not consecutive) in the art, science & practice of hypnosis. Learn basic, advanced, medical hypnosis, regression, parts integration, Time-Line, NLP & more. Graduates certify through the Intl.

Association of Counselors & Therapists (recognized internationally). Total cost before 8/10: $3095; $2895/UPHI Members; $3395/After 8/10. UP Hypnosis Institute, 800 Tarpon Woods Blvd., Palm Harbor. 727-943-5003, UPHypnosis@yahoo.com, Full details UPHypnosis.com.

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ongoingevents sunday 25 Years of Teaching Meditation – 10-11am Sun; 6:30-8:30pm Weds; 6-7pm Fri. Learn three unique pre-Buddhist approaches to practicing meditation; techniques used by the earliest Yogis designed to awaken into the freedom and fullness of yourSelf.

Practice the fundamentals, avoid common pitfalls, and get guidance creating a practical, sustainable, life-changing practice. No experience needed. St. Petersburg Yoga, 2842 Dr. MLK St. N., 727-8949642, info@stpeteyoga.com, StPeteYoga.com.

Mindfulness Meditation and Buddhist Teaching – 10am-Noon. In the spirit of Thich Nhat Hanh with Fred Eppsteiner. Mindfulness practice helps one to cultivate compassion, develop inner peace and experience joy in daily life. 6501 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa, Info tampa-updates@floridamindfulness. org or visit floridamindfulness.org.

Sunday Celebration Service – 10:30amNoon. Meditation 9:15-10am; Free Reiki & Healing 10am. Join our radically loving spiritual community as we share inspiring music & empowering messages which can transform your life. NBO Center embodies, express & practices oneness with all! New Beginning Oneness Center, 210 S. Pinellas Ave. (Alt 19 & Boyer), Tarpon Springs. Info 727-415-3600.

Candlelight Meditation – 6pm. Let yourself drift in a sea of peaceful music, beautiful imagery, and candlelight that creates an atmosphere of tranquility and serenity for you to soak in. This is gently guided meditation mixed with intervals of sacred silence, all underlined with soft, heavenly music. Sanctuary at First Unity Spiritual Campus, 460 46th Ave. N (at 4th St.), St Petersburg, 727-522-2222.

monday Yoga for Cancer Survivors – 10:30am Monday & Wednesday; 9:30am Thursday. Yoga and movement can enhance quality of life as a complement to medical treatments. Gail Newfield will teach us how to relieve some common side effects during and after cancer treatments. We will focus the mind, breathe deeply and move gently to renew the mind, body and spirit. Sign up 727-514-3051, treeoflifeyoga.org.

Inner Wisdom Coaching Circle – 6-8pm. Join Coach Dianne Kipp in a “telecoaching” group each month to discover your internal wisdom, while

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learning how to overcome your “Monkey Mind” negative self-talk. You will learn the foundations of Ontological coaching, as well experience what it is like to “be coached”. Bring your life challenges, desires, and dreams and we’ll get you on the road to your success! $30 per person per month; 3 or 6 month commitment required. Contact Coach Dianne 727-481-1646 or coach@diannekipp.com.

Create Your Ideal Healthy Body! – 6:30-8:30pm.

Mind-Body Cohesion© System developed by Patricia V Scott combines Hypnosis, NLP, Pivotal Response Conditioning & more for weight, diet, cravings, confidence, exercise motivation. Initial 5 classes: $155 prepaid; $175 same day; $135 Members. UP Hypnosis Institute, 800 Tarpon Woods Blvd, Palm Harbor, 727-943-5003, Info@ UPHypnosis.com, map uphypnosis.com.

Spirit Speaks – 7pm. 4th Monday. Join Emily Rivera Andrews, inspirational speaker, intuitive guide and energy healer for an evening filled with enlightened messages from beyond. Emily will make direct connection with Spirit and demonstrate her ability to channel messages from Angels, Guides, Masters and loved ones by answering questions from the audience. $22. Wings Bookstore, 4500 4th St. N, St. Pete, 727-522-6657, WingsBookstore.com.

Awaken to a New Way of Being – 7-9pm. 3rd Monday. The gift of Vibrational Alignment will be shared during this group session to release limiting energies and miscreated thought so that your current experience can shift from lack to abundance, from fear to love, from illusion to truth. Each session Divinely Guided and facilitated by Omaji, with the intention of aligning you with your True Self.

Expression of Abundance, as you are guided from Oneness in gratitude. Wings Bookstore, 4500 4th St. N, St. Pete, 727-522-6657, WingsBookstore.com.

Yum Yum Yoga – 7-8:15pm. Recovering from illness or injury? Stressed, overwhelmed or suffering from back pain? This therapeutic class taught by Yoga Therapist Nancy MacDonald ERYT 500 might be just what you need. Leave class feeling yummy and peaceful, with tools to support you and your journey of health. Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole, shantivinyasa.com.

Attention Coaches and Want-a-Be Coaches! – Join Coach Dianne Kipp, experienced, certified and mentoring coach on a monthly “coaches conversation call” to build community, exchange ideas and gain insight to solving difficult client challenges.

Details 727-481-1646, diannekipp.com.

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tuesday Inspiration Radio – 7:30am. Listen to Dr Tracie J Leonhardt, DO, on 1110 AM; call in with questions on topic of the day.

Qigong – 11am-Noon. An ancient Chinese exercise and healing technique that involves meditation, controlled breathing and movement exercises. $10/ Energy Exchange. New Beginning Oneness Center, 210 S. Pinellas Ave. (Alt 19 & Boyer), Tarpon Springs. Info 727-415-3600. Look for us on Meetup & Facebook.

Kids Mindful Yoga – 4-5pm. Also Thurs. Kids ages 5 to 9 can learn the fundamentals of Mindfulness in body, breath, mind & life through yoga. Taught by our Licensed Mental Health Councilor, Yoga Instructor, and Mom of two. Parents can relax at the same time in their own separate Restorative class. 4-5pm, St. Petersburg Yoga, 2842 Dr. MLK St. N., 727-894-9642, info@stpeteyoga.com, StPeteYoga.com.

Acupuncture Intern Clinic $25 + Cost of Herbs – 6-8pm. Students spend about an hour or two using the Chinese medicine system of evaluation to see what herbs and herbal formulas to recommend for you. They are supervised by one of our experienced acupuncture & herbal practitioners. Appointments only. St. Petersburg Health & Wellness, 222 2nd St. N., St. Pete, 727-551-0857, stpetehw.com.

Reiki I & II Usui System – 6-10pm. Class Certification and CEUs available for LMT, Provider #MCE 50–77, for Reiki credits. Rev Maria Antonieta Revello, Reiki, Karuna & Qigong Master. Reiki II, Thursday. RSVP 813-334-7424.

Prenatal Classes – 7:30pm. Gail Walker, facilitator.

Open to all levels of students in any trimester. Restore, rest, renew. $15, Tree of Life Yoga, 6800 Gulfport Blvd., Ste. 205, St. Petersburg. TreeOfLifeYoga.org.

Back Pain? Scoliosis? – Tues & Thurs. Looking for a Yoga Therapist? Fine tune your alignment?

Nancy MacDonald E-RYT500, Yoga Therapist for 7+ years is offering private session and small group classes. Problems with balance or foot pain, Nancy can offer you tools to help you. She has many advanced certifications including restorative, yoga nidra, arthritis, chronic illness, cancer. Schedule with Nancy, 727-542-0116, ShantiVinyasa.com.

wednesday Reiki Share – 10am-2:30pm. Also 3rd Sat. Experience the most profound, powerful & gentle relax-

ation technique. It helps re-establish healthy frequencies to cells and tissues bringing back health.

Call 813-425-2596 Dr Marta Alarcon, 813-334-7424 Maria, reikishrine@gmail.com.

Inspiration Radio – 11:30am-Noon. Listen to Dr. Tracie J. Leonhardt, DO, on 1110 AM; call in with your questions on the topic of the day. Also listen daily for her metabolic health minute of the day.

Joel Chudnow Hosts Hawk Health Hour – Noon1pm. Wholistic Health Educator and Natural Lifestyle Counselor Joel Chudnow is back on the radio and web, interviewing and showcasing wholistic healthcare professionals in Tampa Bay. WMNF 88.5 HD4 and live streaming HawkRadio.com.

Past Life Regression and Quantum Healing Hypnosis Therapy – 1-4pm. Shellie Brown, Past Life Regression Specialist, Certified Reconnective Healer and Certified Shamanic Practitioner, has been practicing hypnotherapy for seven years, specializing in past life regression. This technique has been proven to be effective for thousands of people worldwide, regardless of age, gender, personality, etc. New Beginning Oneness Center, 210 S. Pinellas Ave., Ste. 195, Tarpon Springs. Call 727-935-4891.

Tai Chi & Qi Gong – 4:30-6pm. Dao Yin and warm-up exercises 4:30pm. Qi Gong and Tai Chi sequences 5pm. Instructor Dr. Justin Fontanini has extensive experience and knowledge of these ancient arts. Donation. Reservations, 813-334-7424 Maria, 813-968-2128 Acupuncture & Natural Therapies, reikishrine@gmail.com.

Herb Student Clinic $10 + Cost of Herbs – 6-8pm.

Students spend about an hour or two using the Chinese medicine system of evaluation to see what herbs and herbal formulas to recommend for you.

They are supervised by one of our experienced acupuncture & herbal practitioners. Appointments only. St. Petersburg Health & Wellness, 222 2nd St. N., St. Pete, 727-551-0857, stpetehw.com.

Hypnosis & NLP Master Class (Public Welcome) – 6-9pm, Last Weds. Master Class for professional development (3 CEUs). Hypnotists expand skills with scripts & practice time & others participate as practice client. $30 UPHI Associates; $35 UPHI Members; $40 General Public). UP Hypnosis Institute, 800 Tarpon Woods Blvd, Palm Harbor, 727-943-5003, 866-5377746, Info@UPHypnosis.com, map uphypnosis.com.

Group Meditation with Intuitive Jennifer Farmer – 7-8:30pm. 4th Wednesday. Meditation is one of the most natural ways to reduce or even eliminate anxiety and depression from your life, and with practice you will lead a more rewarding and fulfilling life. It also opens the doorway to improved intuition and higher awareness. Love Offering. Wings Bookstore, 4500 4th St. N, St. Pete, 727-522-6657, WingsBookstore.com.

Restorative/Yin Yoga – 7-8:15pm. Join Nancy MacDonald E-RYT500, Certified Restorative Yoga teacher as she guides you in the peaceful practice of restorative/ yin yoga. Postures will be held so the body can unwind and unfold naturally. Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd, Seminole, 727-542-0116, Shantivinyasa.com.

to discuss Spirituality and Awakening. Pot Luck: bring a dish to pass. Free. Evolve Holistic Health & Wellness Center, 2120 Range Rd., Clearwater. For more information, call 727-223-8911, pre-register at EvolveClearwater.com.

Mindfulness Meditation & Practice – 7-8:45pm. In the spirit of Thich Nhat Hanh. Mindfulness practice helps to cultivate compassion, develop inner peace and experience joy in daily life. UU St Pete, 719 Arlington Ave N, St Petersburg, Info floridamindfulness.org.

Couples Beach Retreat & Workshop – 7:30pm Fri-1:45pm Sun. Transform your relationship through sacred intimacy and conscious loving.

Discover Tantra. $595/couple, Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, IntimacyRetreats.com; Dates, other locations, brochure, call 1-877-282-4244.

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Free Beginners Yoga Class – 5:45-7pm. New to yoga or need a brief review of the basics? Join us for this class or any other one class for free. Open to all levels.

5:30-6:45pm. First class in studio (limit one) is FREE to Pinellas residents. Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd, Seminole, Info, Marty 727-392-9642, yoga4all.com.

Qi Gong: Supreme Science Qi Gong – 9-10am. Val Mirea, DOM, AP conducts guided group class through powerful and relaxing qi gong positions and techniques.

All levels, $10, St. Petersburg Health & Wellness, 222 2nd St. N., St. Pete, 727-551-0857, stpetehw.com.

A Course in Miracles – 7pm. A modern day expression of the demonstrations and teachings of Jesus as the path to happiness, love and joy; course focuses on letting go of thoughts and pictures in our minds that cause us to suffer. $5 Donation, First Unity, 460-46th Ave N, St Pete, 727-527-2222 x101 or FirstUnity.org.

friday Gentle Yoga – 8:30-9:45am. With Osiris; bring your mat. Reservations, Osiris 813-545-3261 or Maria 813-334-7424.

Glimpsing Your Soul – 6:30-8:30pm, 4th Fri. Join inspirational author and teacher Laurel Geise as she leads the group in a past life session opening energetic doorways to explore the many dimensions of you. Beginning with an energetic expansion session and leading you deeper and deeper, she will guide you through the exploration of the eternal nature of your soul. $33, Wings Bookstore, 4500 4th St N, St. Pete, WingsBookstore.com, 727-522-6657.

Drum Circle with King James – 6:30-9pm. 2nd Friday. Our CommUNITY event begins with a pot luck. Bring a dish to pass, your family, friends, co-workers, and if you have your own drum, that too! King James will lead us in a Drum Circle filled with lots of energy, light and love! Love Offering Appreciated. Evolve Holistic Health & Wellness Center, 2120 Range Rd., Clearwater. 727-223-8911, Pre-register EvolveClearwater.com.

Evolve and Transform Meetup – 7-9pm. First Friday. Come join a community of like-minded people

Passion 4 Pets Workshop – 10am-Noon. 3rd Saturday. Explore the world of your pets with Annette Pederson. Each month, a different topic. We will address animal CPR, nutrition, emergency planning, alternative healing modalities and more from local practitioners, experts and speakers. Meetings are for pet owners. $10/Energy Exchange. New Beginning Oneness Center, 210 S. Pinellas Ave., Ste. 195, Tarpon Springs. For more information, call 727-935-4891.

Reiki Share – 10am-2:30pm, 3rd Sat. Experience the powerful & gentle relaxation technique. It helps re-establish healthy frequencies to cells and tissues bringing back health. 813-765-5166 Maritza, 813-4252596 Dr Marta Alarcon, or reikishrine@gmail.com.

Prenatal Classes – 10:30am. Gail Walker facilitator.

Open to all levels of students in any trimester. Restore, rest, renew. $15, Tree of Life Yoga, 6800 Gulfport Blvd., Ste. 205, St. Petersburg. TreeOfLifeYoga.org.

Self-Hypnosis Training: Your Unlimited Mind! – 1-4pm, Last Sat. Patricia V Scott, Certified Master Trainer, teaches how to discover untapped potentials, using the power of your Unlimited Mind. $45 prepaid; $55 same day; $35 Members, includes CD/materials, UP Hypnosis Institute, 800 Tarpon Woods Blvd, Ste A-1, Palm Harbor, 727-943-5003, 866-537-7746, Info@UPHypnosis.com, map uphypnosis.com.

Glimpsing Your Soul – 6:30-8:30pm. 4th Friday.

Join inspirational author and teacher Laurel Geise as she leads the group in a past life session opening energetic doorways for you to explore the many dimensions of you. Beginning with an energetic expansion session and leading you deeper and deeper into the mystery that is you. $33. Wings Bookstore, 4500 4th St. N, St. Pete, 727-522-6657, WingsBookstore.com.

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...connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide visit www.natampa.com or call 727.865.9339.

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ACUPUNCTURE Jade Tree Wellness Center Tom Elman, AP, LMT 3039 - 49th St. N, St. Petersburg (727) 344—8690 JadeTreeWellness.com

Happy, Healthy, Whole! Acupuncture, Herbs and Massage to help you feel better. We treat everything from asthma to emotional issues, from Acid Reflux to Fibromyalgia. Free Consultations! See ad page 22.

Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Chris Dziubinski, DOM, AP, L. Ac 201 S. McDill Ave. (S. Tampa) 3610 Madaca Lane (N. Tampa) (813) 935-CARE (2273) MindBodySpiritCare.com

Florida Board Certified Acupuncture Physician offering acupuncture therapies for the whole family. Established, comfortable, caring and professional integrative medicine clinics in South & North Tampa. In-network with most medical insurances; accept payments from HRA, HSA and FSA.

Natural Med Therapies

Machelle Perkins, D.O.M. 7600 Bryan Dairy Rd # C, Largo, 33777 (727) 541—2211 NaturalMedTherapies.com National & state board certified with 15+ years experience in Acupuncture, Homeopathy, Naturopathy, Cold Laser & more.

Bio-Puncture and Mesotherapy to treat pain, ADHD, anxiety, depression. Lab testing, most insurances. Free Nutritional Consultation.

LIFEWORKS WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. David Minkoff Dr. George Springer & Sue Morgan, ARNP 301 Turner Street, Clearwater (727) 466—6789 LifeWorksWellnessCenter.com Specializing in natural hormone replacement therapy: the natural, bioidentical way and other safe, natural nutritional solutions for menopause symptoms, including weight loss, acupuncture, chelation, allergy elimination, and walk-in care.

See ad inside front cover.

Dr. Guansu Wang, AP, DOM, MD (China) 1811 N. Belcher Road, Suite H4, Clearwater (727) 797-1161 SunshineAcupunctureCenter.com

25+ years experience practicing and teaching Acupuncture and TCM. In bay area since 1992.

Specializing in Neurological pain, migraine, Arthritis, Anxiety, Insomnia etc. Free consultation.

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Astrology for Your Soul

Aluna Michaels, M.A., Esoteric Astrologer Dunedin (727) 239-7179 alunamichaels.com Second-generation astrologer and Soul Evolutionist practitioner.

Over 25 years of experience.

Insightful, unique perspective on goals and issues. “Together we will unveil your soul’s purpose.”

attorney Law Offices of Steven A. Culbreath, P.A.

Peaks of Health Metabolic Medical Center

Steven A. Culbreath Esq. 111 - 2nd Avenue N.E., Suite 900 St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 456-6463 steve@saculbreathlaw.com ImmigrationLawTampaBay.com

Dr. Leonhardt is Board Certified & Fellow of the American Academy of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine. Offers a personalized program for each individual patient.

Hormone replacement therapy, weight loss, thyroid, GI issues, Diabetes, infrared sauna, IV nutrition, Anti-aging, Chronic fatigue, adrenal fatigue, and toxicities. See ad page 9.

Member AILA/prestigious AV-rating. Authored articles on U.S. immigration law, visa strategies, legislative / regulatory updates, demystifying government agencies, insight into government practices. Visas, Greencards, Citizenship.

Professional Herbalists Training Program

Stewart Analysis, Ltd.

Tracie Leonhardt, DO 1120 Belcher Rd. S., Ste. 2, Largo, Fl 33777 (727) 826-0838 PeaksOfHealth.com

Acupuncture & Herbal Therapies 222 2nd St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33705 (727) 551—0857 AcuHerbals.com

Sunshine Acupuncture Center

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The 2-year program meets one weekend each month for class and Wednesday nights for our hands-on student clinic. This program is designed to create clinical herbalists in a combination of Chinese and western herbalism.

Many open classes. Designed to meet American Herbalists Guild standards.

See ad page 16.

Pure Elements Healing

Kerry Kott, DOM, LAc 6105 Memorial Highway, Suite J Tampa, FL 33615 (813) 833-2299 PureElementsHealing@gmail.com PureElementsHealing.com

Kerry uses intuition and professional experience creating a truly unique experience! Acupuncture, Pranic Healing, Food Healing, Herbs, Oils, Crystals, Angel Healing, Spiritual Guidance. Insurance Accepted. See ad page 14.

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blood analysis Brandi Stewart Microscopist/ Insured Wellness Counselor 15511 N.Florida Ave. Suite 2, Tampa (863) 860-6643 brandi@stewartanalysis.com StewartAnalysis.com Specializing in Live and dry layer blood evaluations utilizing applied dark field microscopic technology for health, education and nutritional improvements. Locations available throughout Florida.

chiropractic Natural Living Chiropractic & wellness center Dr. Paula Giusto 2102 S. Mac Dill Ave., Tampa (813) 253—2565 NaturalLivingChiropractic.org

Family chiropractic care, wellness care, nutritional counseling, neuromuscular massage therapy.

Jin Shin Jyutsu & craniosacral therapy.

coaching Dianne M. Kipp, BSN, PCC, CTT

ICF Certified Coach & Business Culture Consultant Dianne M. Kipp & Associates, LLC (727) 481-1646 coach@diannekipp.com DianneKipp.com

Wanting to achieve the best in your personal relationships, professional or business goals? Try coaching with a certified coach.

You will be amazed at the results!

Coaching Courageous Living choices & senior executives for over 8 years. Complimentary Personal Values Assessments & Intro-session available.

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2701 Park Dr. Suite 4, Clearwater, Fl. 33763 (727) 712—3837 NaturalAndCosmeticDentistry.com Natural, Holistic, Aesthetic Dentistry. Careful Silver filling removal. Non-metal crowns, bridges and partials. Be pampered in our Spa-like atmosphere. See ad back cover.

Doering Family Dental 1201 W. Linebaugh Ave., Tampa (813) 933—5365 TampaDentalCare.com

Clearwater Family Dental 215 S Myrtle Ave., Clearwater (727) 442-3363 MyClearwaterFamilyDental.com

Kerry specializes in relationship issues, depression/mood disorders, eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, women’s issues, self-esteem, adolescent issues, grief, military family issues, work stress, and gay/lesbian issues.

Rights are won only by those who make their voices heard. ~Harvey Milk

Hypnotherapy is a gentle and very effective tool that allows you to re-pattern your beliefs, attitudes and behaviors to create success in your life. Contact now for free consultation. See ad page 16.

UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES HYPNOSIS, INC.

Our practice is a full service family practice. We welcome patients of all ages and can handle any concern that you may present to us. See ad page 11.

Lic# MA33067 MM33474

Kerry Knesl, LCSW 105 S. Albany Avenue, Tampa FL 33606 (813) 468-5858

Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist Transpersonal Hypnotherapist (813) 424-0335 Kate@KateNucci.com KateNucciHypnotherapy.com

Paul T. Rodeghero DDS

2708 Alt. 19, Ste. 708, Palm Harbor (727) 781-8446

Willing Heart Counseling

Specializing in growing the herbs used in my clinic practice and in the Herbal Remedies I formulate.

Consultations are available for humans, dog, cats, and horses.

Promoting health through the use of Herbs. See ad page 27.

Kate Nucci, CCHt

Cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Conservative approach to periodontal (gum) treatment. See ad page 17.

Lucy Westervelt

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Natural Health Hut Clinic and Herb Farm (813) 991—5177 www.ImHerbalist.com

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David F. Doering, DDS

Bonnie Barrett 28469 US Hwy 19 N. #402, Clearwater (727) 461—7227 RenewLifeFla.com, Lic# MA14802 MM12728

Expert in Colon Hydrotherapy, using state-of-the-art equipment combined with Abdominal Massage, Reflexology, Pressure Points and Essential Oils during session for optimal results.

Professional, warm spa setting.

Rose Kalajian—Herbalist

Beata carlson, DDS

RENEW LIFE

25 years experience. Expert in colon hydrotherapy using pressure points, abdominal massage, essential oils, and lymphatic drainage.

All disposable tubing used. Very comfortable and relaxing room with private bathroom. Raindrop massage available also.

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dentists

Ray Behm, DDS

127 N. Garden Ave., Clearwater 33755 (727) 446—6747 BehmNaturalDentistry.com

Patricia V. Scott, President (727) 943—5003, (866) 537—7746 UPHypnosis@yahoo.com, UPHypnosis.com Professional Hypnosis & NLP Certification Training, Weekly classes & Private sessions (Smoking, Weight, Stress, Sports, Habits), Clinical/Medical Hypnotherapy available w/referral. Speaking Services & Corporate Programs.

See ad page 33.

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Improve your overall health with holistic dentistry! Materials are tested for compatibility with your body. We remove toxic metals, treat root canals, and strengthen teeth and gums with state-of-the-art ozone treatments.

See ad page 36.

for sale Synergie Cellulite machine Bonnie Barrett (727) 461-7227

Add income to your practice with a Synergie Cellulite machine. Vacuum type massage that rids cellulite and smooths skin and firms. Has ability to add on micro-Dermabrasion. Low hours on machine. Moving and don’t have space for it. New cost $12,000.

Asking $3200.

St. Petersburg Health & Wellness

Les Cole, MD 222 2nd St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 202-6807 StPeteHW.com.

Board certified in Anti-Aging/ Regenerative and Integrative/ Holistic Medicine. Specializing in men’s & women’s health, bio-identical hormones, weight, diabetes, hypertension, thyroid, fatigue, stress, gut health, chelation, IV vitamin C, nutrition.

See ad pages 4 and 16.

There is just one life for each of us: our own ~Euripides

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integrative medicine Mind Body spirit Care Ron N. Shemesh, M.D. 3610 Madaca Lane, Tampa (813) 935—CARE (2273) MindBodySpiritCare.com

Integrative & holistic medicine for women & men: Natural Hormone Therapy, Anti-Aging, IV Chelation, Nutritional Vitamin Therapy, Fatigue & Stress Management, Weight Loss, Yoga, Nutritional Counseling. Affiliated with St. Joseph Hospital. Most insurance accepted.

lifestyle coaching Sarah Boughanmi, LLL, LLM, ESQ (QC.)

1-844-64-LIGHT (54448) LifeGlowOrganics.com,LifeGlowHealth.com FloridaHealthRetreat.com We help you attain a holistic and sustainable lifestyle for: health, beauty, rejuvenation, detox, and wellness. Specializing in produce/sprouts, coaching and retreats.See ad page 51.

SUZANNE P. PERSONS, Ph.D., LMHC MH#0423 / since 1982 Psychotherapy / Consultation 1700 Park Street North St. Petersburg, FL 33710 (727) 804—1706

EMDR Therapy for stress, trauma and change. Counseling for people with grief, loss, esteem issues; relationship communication, life assessment, direction and goals, father/daughter relationships.

organic produce Tampa Bay Organics

Erica Stamps (813) 949-1112 TampaBayOrganics.com hello@tampabayorganics.com Tampa Bay Organics delivers fresh, delicious 100% Certified Organic Fruits and Vegetables directly to your home or office.

Customize your delivery schedule and produce preferences to fit your lifestyle! www.TampaBayOrganics.com. See ad page 15.

meditation Meditation on the Inner Light and Sound 1-877- MEDITATE SantMat.net

Learn how to live in alignment with the soul’s purpose and to experience greater harmony within, with others, and with the environment. Always free, never a charge.

spiritual center new beginning oneness center MaryLou Houllis, Spiritual Leader 210 S. Pinellas Ave. Suite 195 Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 (727) 935-4891 NBOCenter.com

A New Thought Spiritual Community empowering messages, inspiring music, offering tools to transform your life! Sunday celebration service 10:30 a.m.

veterinarian animal alternatives holistic health care Dr. Anne Lampru 238 E. Bearss Ave., Tampa (813) 265—2411 AnimalAlternatives.org

Dr. Anne Lampru has practiced holistic veterinary medicine since 1983. Believing that each pet is unique, she tailors a health restoration or maintenance plan to their individual needs.

See ad page 32.

Medicine River Animal Hospital Shawna L. Green, DVM 15235 Gulf Boulevard Madeira Beach, FL 33708 (727) 299—9029 MedicineRiverAnimalHospital.com

Compassionate health care catered toward the needs of your pet offering preventative medicine, surgery, dentistry, senior wellness, and more.

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