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Eat For Wellness How to Move Past Food Sensitivities

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10 newsbriefs 16 healthbriefs 22 globalbriefs 28 ecotip 34 naturalpet healingways 22 36 38 fitbody 40 consciouseating 42 wisewords 44 healthykids 46 greenliving 48 inspiration 50 calendar 28 56 resourceguide

Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

30 FEARLESS EATING

How to Move Past Food Sensitivities

by Kathleen Barnes

34 NATURAL REMEDIES FOR ITCHY PETS

Gentle Ways to Calm Allergies

by Sandra Murphy

36 HOLISTIC EYE CARE Taking the Whole Body into Account

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by Linda Sechrist

38 HELLO GYRO

Workouts Use Natural Body Patterns

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40 THUMBS-UP ON FATS Good Fat Doesn’t Make Us Fat

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he essential rhythms of my life are like comfortable old friends: dependable; familiar; a natural part of who I am.

With the annual return of the Spring-Vernal Equinox to our northern hemisphere, my thoughts turn to buds, birds and bees in the palm trees.

It’s “spring ahead” time, so remember to move your clocks one hour forward before retiring on March 11; Daylight Savings Time officially begins at 2 a.m. on the 12th.

Green is sacred to this season and has been since ancient times, largely because it represents the return of the green to the land. On St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, shamrocks and leprechauns will once again enhance our lighthearted green imaginations.

This month’s NA Tampa Bay is an inspiring storehouse of knowledge with a special nod to food sensitivities and holistic eye care. Kathleen Barnes, author of numerous natural health books, gives insight and supportive tips on moving past food sensitivities in her article “Fearless Eating” (page 30). This month’s Healing Ways column features “Holistic Eye Care” (page 36), providing natural ways to improve eye health, considering its connection to overall physical, mental, spiritual and emotional wellbeing.

So get ready to build on your own storehouse of knowledge—personal to planet wide.

As always, open your mind and read on.

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newsbriefs St. Pete Health & Wellness and Vital Solutions Relocate

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t. Petersburg Health & Wellness and Vital Solutions IV Nutrition are excited to announce they have relocated to 2100 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N., in St. Petersburg. Not far from their previous location, the new facilities are a great fit for their expanding practice and clientele.

For those who have not yet taken the opportunity, spring is an ideal time to visit them in their new facilities to rejuvenate, revitalize and invest in your health. St. Petersburg Health & Wellness and Vital Solutions share the common goal of always getting at the root of your problems rather than just covering up symptoms. They practice Functional, Anti-aging and Preventative medicine to optimize total wellness.

Their protocol includes utilization of the latest research and testing methods; ensuring gastrointestinal health and healthy microbiome; detoxification of chemicals, pesticides and heavy metals; natural supplements tested for purity; herbal remedies; intravenous nutrition therapy; nutritional consults, weight management and counseling.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 727-202-680 or visit StPeteHW.com. See ad page 4.

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Learning to Catch Your Breath at Yoga4All

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full, balanced diaphragmatic breath is your birthright and the foundational posture of a yoga practice. Unfortunately, over time, many of us have distorted our breathing due to poor posture, imbalanced physical training, injury, illness or body image issues. The good news is that we are hard-wired for full, balanced breath.

We just need to retrain it.

From 2 to 4 p.m., on March 11, Yoga4All presents the opportunity to learn how to reclaim your most natural breath— the diaphragmatic breath—and use it as a multifunctional tool to create balance, reduce stress and focus your mind. In this workshop led by Douglas Warner, E-RYT 500, yoga and meditation teacher, you will learn how to breathe fully and leverage that breath in your daily life as a stress reduction tool as well as in your yoga, meditation or exercise practices.

Appropriate for all levels of students.

Cost: $30 preregistered, $35 at the door. Location: 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. For more information, call Doug at 727-804-5356 and/or visit Yoga4All.com/ workshops. See ad page 42.

PharmaCo Meds and Compounding Opens in Dunedin

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ndependently owned and operated, the newly opened PharmaCo Meds and Compounding specializes in medication compounding in areas such as BHRT, dermatology/scar treatments, veterinary medications and more. They offer traditional retail pharmacy prescriptions with competitive pricing.

In their 2,000 sq. ft. retail space, they offer a variety of pharmaceutical grade vitamins/ supplements, sports nutrition and other natural and organic products, including essential oils and skincare. They also carry a wide variety of natural and holistic pet foods and supplements.

Owner Christos Delmadoros has been a pharmacist in the community for more than eight years during which time he has developed strong patient relationships of trust with those who put their health in his hands. He quickly realized that he could offer an even higher quality of service in his own patient-centered setting. His passion for helping others, whether it is through customizing medications, counseling patients or offering the best financial solutions, is obvious from the first interaction with him. He takes equally great pride in his work and patient relationships and is proud to welcome past and new customers to PharmaCo Meds.

Location: 2460 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin. For more information, call 727-754-9497 or visit PharmacoMeds.com.

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Qi Revolution National Event May 19-21

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i Revolution’s National Event is the biggest qigong event in the U.S., drawing thousands of healers and beautiful people into a focused practice. Breathing techniques are the best natural high and creativity activators. Correct food, breath and blood-circulating exercises are shared to maximize your energy and joy of life.

Food-healing’s latest science is fascinating and presented with specific protocols used successfully for reversing asthma, cancer, diabetes and more.

In addition to learning wisdom, author of the book Conquering Any Disease, Jeff Primack shares with attendees Primack Pepper Paste, homemade from sweet red peppers, which he believes to be the most powerful food to reverse heart disease.

This year’s event features Professor Tanya Storch, Primack’s first qi teacher who he met while studying at the University of Florida.

Storch speaks fluent Chinese, English and Russian and immigrated to America as a professor and expert on world religions. She will share her life’s story as a teacher of the “one source” that permeates all life. Also featured is Dr. Roger Jahnke, O.M.D.

Cost: $149 for 3 days. Location: Daytona Ocean Center.

Massage therapists earn 24 CE hours. Non-denominational, the event is fun, experiential and open to the public. Seating limited. Call 800-298-8970 and/or visit QiRevolution.com.

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Local Hypnosis Trainers Gain International Recognition

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atricia V. Scott, Ph.D. and Dr. Eric Rosen, both certified master trainers of hypnotherapy with the International Association of Counselors & Therapists, have gained international recognition with their contributions to The Art of Spiritual Hypnosis: Accessing Divine Wisdom. Available now on Amazon, this book is the newest offering by C. Roy Hunter and includes spiritual sessions with people from around the world, documented by some of the leading hypnosis practitioners.

Scott is a Life Fellow with the International Medical & Dental Hypnotherapy Association, in private practice since 1992, and current president of UP Hypnosis Institute (UPHI) in Tarpon Springs. Rosen is a licensed psychologist with Family Psychological Services of Palm Harbor Inc. and adjunct instructor with Argosy University in Tampa.

On March 25, they will partner once again for a comprehensive internationally recognized hypnosis training over six weekends (not consecutive). Attendees will learn basic and advanced hypnosis techniques, basic Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and clinical/ medical applications. This training is designed for anyone wanting to start a successful hypnosis practice, integrate these methods into an existing practice or simply use for personal development.

Location: 1810 S. Pinellas Ave., Ste. G, Tarpon Springs. For more information, call 727-943-5003 and/or visit UPHypnosis.com.

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Natural Living Chiropractic & Wellness Center Relocates

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atural Living Chiropractic & Wellness Center, Inc. has been serving the Tampa community for 21 years. Dr. Paula Giusto, DC and Jane Fleegel, LMT, NCTMB are relocating their practice on March 1 to their new location at 310 South Brevard Avenue, Tampa. A lovely bungalow in a quiet, beautiful Hyde Park neighborhood, this convenient location is just east of South Boulevard.

Natural Living’s services include chiropractic adjustments and massage therapy with a strong concentration on wellness and family care. They also offer nutritional counseling and have a concentrated focus on those who prefer the holistic and natural approach.

According to Dr. Paula Giusto, DC, “We focus on enhancing the body’s incredible ability to heal and reach its optimum potential physically and mentally throughout life from infancy through senior years.”

They extend the invitation to stop by and check out their new home where they will be honored to continue to serve all, from infants to the elderly, athletes to pregnant moms and everyone in between.

For more information and/or to make an appointment, call 813-253-2565. See ad page 56.

How to Reconnect and Make Peace with the Deceased

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he loss of a loved one is one of the most painful experiences we ever encounter.

In her No. 1 international bestselling Hay House book, Love Never Dies: How to Reconnect and Make Peace with the Deceased, Dr. Jamie Turndorf shares her amazing love story with her husband, Emile Jean Pin, world renowned former Jesuit priest and Vatican professor, whose astonishing after-death manifestations proved to her that we don’t die and our relationships aren’t meant to end with bodily death.

As a result of her experiences, Turndorf created her TransDimensional Grief Method which teaches how to tune to the “spirit channel” so you can send and receive energetic communications, obtain guidance and even heal unfinished business with any being in spirit, without the assistance of a medium channel or psychic.

Turndorf will be speaking at First Unity Spiritual Campus, in St. Petersburg, from 7 to 9 p.m., on March 17. On March 19, from 1:30 to 4 p.m., she will host her Love Never Dies workshop, guiding participants to reconnect and dialogue with departed loved ones.

Turndorf will be available for private one-on-one sessions by appointment from March 20 to 22.

For more information, visit AskDrLove.com. For registration, call 727-527-2222, Ext. 100 or visit FirstUnity.org. See ad page 29.

Changing Habits Workshop

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ejuvenated Mind is taking their Changing Habits workshop on the road throughout the Tampa Bay area. They are accepting invitations to host an hour or so talk on using neuro-linguistic programming and hypnosis to improve the lives of your staff, residents or guests.

Using a non-clinical/real world approach, they assist in making your life more wonderful by teaching tools to change bad habits. Hypnosis is a similar state to meditation where you are receptive to good advice. The first time you were ever presented with a stressful situation (usually as a child or teenager), you used the tools at your disposal at that time.

Without help reprogramming this response, your brain will continue to use it even as an adult. This is why you sometimes see adults act like children in times of stress.

The techniques taught can be used for stress reduction, focus, smoking cessation, weight loss and much more.

Workshops are hosted by a licensed mental health counselor/ national board certified clinical hypnotherapist and a licensed practitioner of neuro-linguistic programming in hypnosis.

Location: 8130 66th St. N, Ste. 10, Pinellas Park. For more information on group sessions or to schedule an individual session, call 727-656-0503 or visit RejuvenatedMind.net. See ad page 40.

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UBCF Renews Grant with Greenpoint Thermography

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reenpoint Thermography’s grant with the United Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF) has been renewed for a fourth year.

Thermography is not covered by most insurance plans. If you or someone you know feels thermography is financially out of reach, Greenpoint Thermography will help you through the application process and, if approved, provide you with a free or low cost breast thermogram.

Founded in 2000, UBCF is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer. The foundation offers the community seven life supporting patient and family programs promoting dedicated education, early detection, financial aid, holistic and complementary therapies, body positivity and family support.

Greenpoint Thermography, established in 2012, provides thermographic imaging services at their St. Petersburg office as well as other locations throughout Pinellas and Hillsborough counties on a monthly or quarterly basis. They are unique in that their studies are interpreted by board certified radiologists with extensive experience in general diagnostic imaging, subspecialty expertise in women’s imaging and certification by the American College of Clinical Thermology.

Location: 7901 4th St. N., St. Petersburg. Call 727-576-0100 or visit GreenpointThermography.com. Like them on Facebook. For more information on UBCF, call 877-822-4287 or visit ubcf.org.

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Healthy Living Expo in Melbourne

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entral Florida’s largest natural and green living expo will be held on Sunday, March 26, at the Florida Tech Clemente Center in Melbourne. At this year’s 13th annual Healthy Living Expo you can sample healthy coffee, get a free hearing screening and free chiropractic screening, learn how to grow hydroponic vegetables, enjoy a massage, check out natural makeup, natural cleaning products and organic produce. Explore aromatherapy, herbal soaps, lotions, teas, salt lamps, CDs, weight-loss options, thermography, healing art, integrative medicine, holistic dentistry and so much more.

The event draws 1,500 to 2,500 people each year. Admission is free and includes all workshops and the exhibit hall. Enjoy intriguing and informative workshops, interactive displays, hundreds of door prizes, free samples and giveaways galore. The first 500 attendees will receive a free eco-tote.

Register for your free fast-pass and access a complete schedule of workshops and exhibitors at HealthyLivingExpos.com. See ad page 23.

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No Benefit to Cutting Fat in Cheese

nyone that has struggled to reduce their intake of low-density lipoprotein (LDL or “bad” cholesterol) may have considered avoiding saturated fat in their diets, although the latest metastudy published in the Annals of Internal Medicine now refutes this. Researchers from the University of Copenhagen, in Denmark, conducted a test to determine if consuming low-fat versus regular cheeses impacts LDL cholesterol levels.

The study divided 139 people into three groups. One ate regular fat cheese, one consumed reduced-fat cheese and one didn’t eat any cheese at all for 12 weeks. Both LDL and high-density lipoprotein (HDL or “good” cholesterol) levels were tested at the beginning and end of the period. Researchers found no significant difference in the LDL levels of any of the groups and no difference between the HDL levels of the reduced-fat and regular cheese groups, suggesting that consuming low-fat versions has no measurable metabolic benefit.

An increase in HDL levels among those that abstained from eating cheese altogether was noted.

The Five-Second Rule Debunked

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he five-second rule is a belief that food that falls to the floor can be safely eaten as long as it’s picked up quickly. Researchers from Rutgers University, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, sought to test its veracity.

Four different food items were tested, including watermelon, bread and butter, plain bread and gummy candy, using four different surfaces—stainless steel, ceramic tile, wood and carpet.

Each surface was contaminated by bacteria and completely dry before the scientists dropped each item for one second, five, 30 and 300 seconds. A total of 128 separate scenarios were repeated 20 times each and 2,560 measurements were taken and analyzed for contamination.

The results proved that longer contact time resulted in more bacterial contamination, but there were also cases of instantaneous contamination, which disproves the five-second rule. The wet surface of a watermelon yielded the most contamination and gummy candy the least. The surface tests yielded surprising results, with carpet transferring significantly fewer bacteria than tile and stainless steel, while wood floors exhibited varied results.

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Kids Going Online at Bedtime Sleep Poorly

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new study from King’s College London has found that children’s use of electronic devices close to bedtime can reduce their chances of a good night’s sleep. Researchers examined 20 existing studies encompassing 125,000 children between the ages of 6 and 19. They found that youngsters using a device within 90 minutes of falling asleep had an increased likelihood of poor and inadequate sleep quality and excessive daytime sleepiness.

Study author Ben Carter, Ph.D., says, “Sleep is an often undervalued, but important part of children’s development, with a regular lack of sleep causing a variety of health problems.”

These can include obesity, sedentary lifestyle, reduced immune function and poor diet. Poor food choices and excessive eating can start young, as illustrated in a study from Colorado University, in Boulder, which found a link between sleep deprivation and poor diet choices in preschool children.

The Colorado study followed five girls and five boys, ages 3 and 4, that were regular afternoon nappers. They were deprived of their naps for one day, during which their food and beverage consumption was monitored and compared with their choices on a day when their sleep routine remained intact. During the sleep-deprived day, the children ate 20 percent more calories than usual and their diet consisted of 25 percent more sugar and 26 percent more carbohydrates. natural awakenings

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esearchers from the Harvard School of Public Health, in Boston, used data from previous studies to discern the association between dairy and animal fats and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in American adults.

The study reviewed dairy fat and other fat consumption data using validated food-frequency questionnaires from more than 43,000 men and 175,000 women during three different studies, each spanning at least 20 consecutive years. Of the subjects studied, 14,815 developed some form of CVD, close to 7 percent of the total.

The researchers found that replacing dairy foods with foods containing polyunsaturated fats—primarily found in vegetables, nuts and fish—in just 5 percent of a subject’s diet reduced the risk of CVD by an average of 24 percent. But replacing the same percentage of dairy fats with other animal fats increased the incidence of CVD by 6 percent.

Eye Health Nutrients Also Aid the Brain

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utein and zeaxanthin are known key carotenoids for eye health, filtering out harmful highenergy blue wavelengths of light and helping to protect and maintain cells comprising the eye.

The human body does not make enough of either nutrient, so we must get them from supplements or food sources such as kale, spinach, collard greens, turnip greens, corn, green peas, broccoli, romaine lettuce, green beans and eggs.

Researchers from the University of Georgia, in Athens, investigated the relationship between levels of lutein and zeaxanthin and cognitive function. They measured the levels of each nutrient in the retinas of 43 older adults with a mean age of 72 and asked that the subjects learn and recall pairs of unrelated words. The study found that those with higher levels of both nutrients did better on the test, suggesting that the enhanced neural efficiency that comes from consuming these nutrients leads to better brain function.

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study from Dijon, France, found that a specific nutrient combination supplement can help reduce feelings of anxiety and tiredness. Researchers studied 242 subjects between the ages of 18 and 70 that complained of stress and fatigue. Each was given a supplement containing magnesium, probiotics, vitamins and minerals to take for one month.

Researchers measured the subjects’ stress and fatigue levels before commencing the test period and again one month later. They found a 22 percent reduction in psychological stress and a 45 percent reduction in fatigue. Thirty days after the supplementation was discontinued, the subjects’ stress and fatigue levels remained reduced.

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esearchers in Singapore studied the relationship between eczema and wheezing in babies and food allergies in toddlers. They collected data from 849 children that had completed skin prick testing for inhalant and food allergies, including eggs, peanuts and cow’s milk at 18 months and 36 months of age. The resulting data were compared to information obtained from questionnaires administered to the children’s mothers at several intervals throughout their first three years of life to determine the prevalence of allergic diseases such as eczema and rhinitis, along with wheezing.

The researchers found children that experienced eczema or wheezing within their first 18 months were more likely to have an allergy at 36 months. Occurrences of eczema or wheezing after youngsters were 18 months old appeared to have no notable impact on the later allergy skin test results.

DHA Boosts Elder Brain Function

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esearchers from Tianjin Medical University, in China, have discovered that regularly taking docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) improves brain function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. A total of 219 adults over the age of 65 participated in the randomized, double-blind, 12-month trial. Half of the subjects were given two grams of this omega-3 fatty acid daily, while the others received a placebo.

The researchers measured cognitive function, including a full-scale intelligence quotient (IQ) test and two IQ subtests which serve as indicators of both short and long-term memory. The tests were administered after six months and again after 12 months. The DHA group showed a 10 percent higher IQ than the placebo group. There were also significant increases in both IQ subtests and brain hippocampus volume in the DHA group. Decreased hippocampus volume is a primary indicator of Alzheimer’s disease.

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Wheezing Toddlers Chinese Herbs Prone to Food Allergies Lessen Blues

study from the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, in Beijing, reports that Chinese Herbal Medicine (CHM) can be an effective treatment for patients with postpartum depression. Traditional Chinese Medicine advocates herbal treatments based on underlying issues.

Researchers analyzed data from 47 clinical trials encompassing 3,795 participants between the ages of 18 and 43 suffering from postpartum depression. The study pooled results into three categories: CHM versus placebo, CHM versus routine treatments (antidepressants) and CHM plus routine treatments versus only routine treatments.

The study found that using Chinese herbs combined with antidepressants is the most effective approach, noting that CHM is a safe, effective alternative for patients unable or unwilling to take antidepressants.

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The O-Shot Improve Your Sex Life Naturally

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he “O-Shot” or Orgasm Shot is a cutting edge, non-surgical procedure that can help women increase libido, increase vaginal sensitivity, decrease pain during sexual intercourse and relieve them of urinary incontinence. The O-Shot has also shown significant improvements for the symptoms of interstitial cystitis and lichen sclerosis.

The procedure is a unique and specified method that uses the patient’s own blood-derived growth factors to rejuvenate the female sexual system.

Unfortunately, many women are silent about their sexual health and often are not aware that they may have alternative treatment options for their condition. Approximately 30 to 50 percent of women (depending on age) suffer from sexual disorders or female sexual organ problems. Women learn to live with these problems or avoid sex altogether. But it shouldn’t have to be that way—at least not with the O-Shot.

How Does the O-Shot Work?

Blood is drawn from the patient and placed into a centrifuge where it is spun at an incredibly high speed. The centrifuge is able to separate the blood cells from the platelet rich plasma (PRP) layer which contains natural growth factors. The PRP is then injected into the clitoral and vaginal areas so that it can stimulate the growth of new, healthier and younger tissue (stem cells, collagen and blood vessels).

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When the PRP is injected into key areas of the vagina, women experience: • Increased vaginal sensitivity • Tighter vaginal skin • Less painful sexual intercourse • Increased bladder control and decreased urinary incontinence • Stronger, more frequent orgasms • Increased sexual desire

Does it hurt? The whole procedure takes about 45 minutes and there is little to no pain. The areas of injection are numbed with an anesthetic cream and a very thin needle is used for injections into the clitoral and vaginal tissue.

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and for some it may take a few weeks to start noticing a difference. However, over the course of a couple of months, the growth of new tissue will become apparent. The effects of the O-Shot vary but usually last approximately 18 months; some women have felt its effects for up to three years. It can help women regain confidence and take back control.

Why choose us? To optimize the results of the O-Shot, Dr. Abdool and her staff perform a complete health evaluation utilizing specialized testing and expertise in understanding hormonal health, including the adrenal and thyroid glands in addition to the female hormonal system.

Dr. Abdool is a licensed family physician and graduate of the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. She is also a licensed practitioner of Osteopathic Manual Medicine, IV Medicine, Anti-aging Aesthetics, Acupuncture, Homeopathy, Body-Centered Psychotherapy, Allergy Elimination and Energy Medicine.

She utilizes a combination of Western and Eastern medicine, unique IV chelation & IV nutrition along with hands-on osteopathic treatments and life coaching techniques to assist in the physical wellbeing and management of the disease processes of those in her care.

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Oregano Oil Proves a Safe Antibiotic for Poultry In many large commercial chicken farms, the animals are fed antibiotics to keep them healthy and fight off infections. But due to consumer demand, McDonald’s has eliminated antibiotics used in human medicine from its entire restaurant chicken supply.

Meanwhile, a farm in Pennsylvania owned by Scott Sechler is among the first to rely solely on a mix of oregano oil and cinnamon in the treatment and care of its chickens. In addition to being completely natural, oregano oil supplies the chickens with health advantages, producing a much higher quality of natural chicken in a far more humane method than that attained using antibiotics. Like antibiotics, the oil assists the chickens in battling any infections, reducing the number of birds lost to disease.

Bob Ruth, president of another Pennsylvania farming business, has been testing oregano on his pigs for six months to see if it can outperform prescription antibiotics. Related problems arise when animals live in dirty conditions, making them more susceptible to infections and viruses, which can also be triggered by insufficient cleansing of slaughterhouses that must be hosed down and completely sanitized after each act of butchery. He thinks that drugs should not be a requirement if the farmers keep things tidy.

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Researchers from Iowa State University have developed a new form of synthetic leather using cellulose fibers taken from kombucha tea, along with vinegar and sugar, made in shallow plastic tanks. When a colony of bacteria and yeast is added, the material grows on the top of the liquid’s surface, where it can be harvested and dried.

The researchers have successfully used the material to make prototype garments, including shoes and a vest. It’s 100 percent biodegradable, so when the fabric gets wet, it softens and becomes less durable; in very low temperatures, it can become brittle.

Young-A Lee, Ph.D., associate professor of apparel, merchandising and design at Iowa State University, in Ames, says, “Fashion, to most people, is an ephemeral expression of culture, art and technology, manifesting itself in practical form. Fashion companies keep producing new materials and clothing, from season to season, year to year, to fulfill consumers’ desires and needs. Think about where these items eventually go. They will take up tremendous underground spaces of the Earth, like other trash.”

Spanish designer Carmen Hijosa has created Piñatex, another faux-leather product made from pineapple leaf fibers as a more sustainable and cruelty-free alternative. She acted after seeing how leather tanneries operate.

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Laundry Machines Boost School Attendance Kids in middle schools with attendance problems may simply lack clean clothes to wear. An experiment by the Whirlpool company has taken on the issue with significant results.

The Whirlpool Care Counts Program donated 17 pairs of washers and dryers to school districts in St. Louis and Fairfield, California.

Kids with attendance problems were asked to bring their laundry to be cleaned while they were in class. Each student had approximately 50 loads of laundry done at school during the year, and more than 90 percent increased their attendance, with at-risk students attending almost two more weeks in class. Whirlpool is now expanding the program.

Compared to factors such as economic opportunity, unemployment and institutional racism, laundry might seem inconsequential, but for a 10-year-old facing stacked odds, having nothing clean to wear could be the deciding factor in whether or not they want to face their classmates that day.

Seventh-grade teacher Alison Guernsey, in Fairfield, says, “One of my students had more or less withdrawn from school completely. After we started the program, he was more excited about coming and started to actively engage in class. He didn’t feel like an outsider anymore.”

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In the nation’s produce basket, some California water districts are knowingly selling oilfield wastewater to farmers, putting a huge portion of our fruits and vegetables at risk of contamination. Watchdog group Water Defense uncovered one district buying oilfield wastewater to include in the water it sells to farmers to irrigate crops in California’s Central Valley. This year, Food & Water Watch uncovered another district buying this potentially toxic wastewater and selling it to farmers.

A threat to California’s agriculture is a threat to the entire country’s food supply. Some staples of which California is the primary U.S. producer include 99 percent of olives, 99 percent of almonds, 98 percent of garlic, 96 percent of broccoli, 95 percent of celery, 91 percent of strawberries, 91 percent of lemons and 83 percent of fresh carrots.

The government is allowing oil companies to sell their wastewater for use on crops. Citizens must call on their elected representatives to fix this broken system and protect our food supply.

Fish farming has become a way for many Africans to beat poverty and hunger. Hillary Thompson, who lives in Milton Park, a low-density area in the Zimbabwean capital of Harare, says, “For more than a decade, fish farming has become a hobby that has earned me a fortune.” He has been able to acquire properties that he rents out as one of many residents that have profited through fish farming. In many African communities, swimming pools and backyards have been converted into smallscale fish farming areas.

Faced with nutritional deficits, some Africans have taken up the practice to improve their diets. In Zimbabwe, an estimated 22,000 people are involved in fish farming, according to the ministry of agriculture. Behind the success of many of them stands the Aquaculture Zimbabwe Trust, established in 2008 to mobilize resources for the sustainable development of environmentally friendly fisheries nationally. Across Africa, fishing provides direct incomes for about 10 million people and provides food for 200 million more.

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California’s ongoing ban on single-use plastic carryout bags, approved by 52 percent of voters, is setting a notable precedent for other states. A coalition of environmental groups, grocers and others are collaborating, and Mark Murray, of Californians Against Waste, welcomes elimination of the 25 million plastic bags that pollute California every day, threatening wildlife.

In 2007, San Francisco first banned plastic shopping bags, setting off a movement that led nearly half the state, including its biggest cities, to do the same. Although the legislature passed a statewide ban on plastic bags two years ago, paper bags are still for sale at grocery stores and other outlets for a nominal fee.

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The Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Foundation (TODASTW) is holding its annual national event on April 27, offering new toolkits and activity guides based on this year’s theme of Dependability at DaughtersAndSonsToWork.org.

The group assists businesses, families, schools and organizations throughout the year initiate their own special work day for children and mentees.

Each year, more than 3.5 million American workplaces open their doors to about 39 million employees and their children on TODASTW Day. “Human resources and marketing professionals are typically responsible for creating this day within their companies,” says Carolyn McKeucen, the foundation’s executive director. “We provide templates and automated planning elements to save them time while ensuring success for planners and participants.”

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food still inside the stomach, it generates a certain level of inertia in the system. Physiologically, this inertia is like an acceleration towards death. Death is ultimate inertia.

Another dimension is that if you go to bed with a full stomach, it puts pressure on other organs in the abdomen.

This will also lead to various kinds of health issues. For that reason too, it is very important that before you go to bed, the food you have eaten has moved out of the stomach. As you sleep in different postures, the stomach should not put pressure on other organs at any point.

Sadhguru: When it comes to food, one of the most important aspects that you must be conscious of is how quickly a certain type of food digests and becomes a part of yourself.

If you eat something and it does not digest within three hours, it means you have eaten food that should either be avoided or reduced in quantity. If the food moves out of your stomach within three hours, it means that even if it is not the best food, it is still something your system is able to handle.

If you go to bed with a full stomach, it puts pressure on other organs in the abdomen. This will also lead to various kinds of health issues.

If you maintain a clear gap of five to six hours between one meal and the other without having anything in between, cleansing will happen on the cellular level. This cleansing on the cellular level is most important for a healthful life. If you are over 30 years of age, two good meals a day will suffice—one in the morning and one in the evening.

There must be three hours after the evening meal, before you go to bed. If this includes at least 20 to 30 minutes of light physical activity—such as simple walking—your system will largely be healthy. If you go to bed with

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When it comes to activity, one simple thing that we need to consider is that our body is capable of bending forward, bending backward and twisting to both sides. This much activity must happen in some kind of form. Classical hatha yoga is the best way to do it, and a scientific one. If classical hatha yoga is not yet part of your life, you must somehow make sure that every day you bend forward, backward, twist to both sides and squat so that the spinal column is stretched. This is a must for everybody on a daily basis if you want to keep the entire system healthy—particularly the neurological system which will otherwise be an issue as one ages.

The volume of rest that an individual person needs is determined by various factors. One important factor is the type and the volume of food that you consume. You must experiment with different types of foods and see which ones make you feel heavy and which ones leave you light and agile. If you make sure that at least 40 percent of your diet consists of fresh vegetables and fruits, there will be lightness in the body.

What the body needs is restfulness, not necessarily sleep. It is a misunderstanding to think that sleep is the only way to rest. Even as you sit or stand, you can either be in a state of restfulness, in a state of agitation or in a state of inertia. If you are in a lively state of restfulness, every moment of your life, the volume of sleep you require will decrease.

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Making a Cuppa More Planet-Friendly A Gallup poll last year reported that 64 percent of U.S. adult coffee lovers consume one or more cups daily and the average number of cups quaffed each day is 2.7. We can express our affection for both java and the Earth by following these eco-tips.

4 Forego the convenience of single-cup, plastic pod makers like Keurig. As Mother Jones magazine recently reported, only 5 percent of current pods are made with recyclable plastic, and even those, having hard-to-remove aluminum tops, pose recycling challenges. Keurig plans to make all of its pods recyclable by 2020.

4 Many other simpler coffee-making devices maximize energy use by facilitating more servings and reducing waste. Treehugger.com recommends the Moka Pot, a pressure-driven aluminum stovetop brewer; the Chemex Coffeemaker, a funnel-shaped glass unit with a wooden collar; the Canadian wood product Aeropress; an old-fashioned vacuum pot with two glass chambers connected by a thin neck; and a traditional non-electric stovetop percolator.

4 Some coffee farms exploit their workers, paying subsistence wages, damage rainforests and use unsustainable farming practices. Jake Carney, co-founder of TheAlternativeDaily.com, founded Lucy’s Bru, an organic whole-bean coffee that’s exclusively shade-grown under fair trade conditions, sustainably farmed and free of harsh fertilizers and pesticides.

4 Reuse steel and aluminum coffee cans. ChasingGreen.org details how they can make effective dehumidifiers for damp basements when filled with salt; soak paint brushes in thinner solutions; store items in a garage or work space; and serve as a spot lawn or garden seeder after punching holes in the bottom. The website also lists ways that coffee grounds can be used as a beauty, cleaning, deodorizer and dying agent.

4 Use better filters at home. Instead of paper, single-use filters, INeedCoffee. com suggests reusable or unbleached, biodegradable alternatives such as the Medelco cone permanent filter and a French press.

4 For to-go drinkers, many coffee shops and restaurants will pour fresh brew into mugs that patrons bring in. Keeping a clean spoon in the car can save on plastic stirrers.

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Fortunately, food allergies that trigger such a dramatic, fast, immune response are fairly rare, particularly in adults.

“Most of what we’re seeing today is an uptick in food sensitivities and intolerances, terms that are often used interchangeably to describe foods that are not digested well and can challenge the immune system,” says Solana Beach, California, nutrition and fitness expert JJ Virgin, author of The Virgin Diet.

Newark, Delaware, medical doctor and allergist Junfang Jiao, Ph.D., attests to increased levels of testing for food allergies and sensitivities in recent years. “I can’t say there are more allergies or sensitivities, but more doctors are aware of the wide-ranging symptoms and more people are getting referred for testing,” he reports.

Many experts agree on at least one underlying cause behind the trend—a widely studied condition called leaky

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omplaints of digestive upsets, brain fog, headaches, relentless food cravings and unrelieved stress appear to be at epidemic levels these days.

“These symptoms may be part of newfound awareness of the wideranging and seemingly unrelated health problems caused by food sensitivities and intolerances, which are different from food allergies,” explains microbiologist Kiran Krishnan, from Chicago.

Food Allergies

Food allergies seem to be plaguing America’s children now more than in the past. We know that peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, once standard lunchbox fare, have become a no-no.

They’re often outlawed by schools to protect the students that experience extreme peanut allergies.

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The symptoms of food allergies in adults and children, often including hives, rashes and itching, can range from being annoying to life threatening.

For extremely sensitive people, the tiniest fragment of a peanut or a bee sting, exposure to latex gloves or certain medications like penicillin can cause such a sudden strong allergic reaction that it results in anaphylaxis, which makes breathing passages swell shut. If untreated, such extreme allergies can even prove fatal, which is why people with severe allergies carry the antidote epinephrine (adrenaline) with them.

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gut, characterized by intestinal permeability. Microscopic pinholes in an unhealthy small intestine can allow undigested nutrients to pass through intestinal walls, triggering mild immune responses, inflammation and, potentially, the onset of some diseases.

Theories of what causes leaky gut are diverse and sometimes contradictory but experts recommend consulting a medical professional if one suffers from food sensitivities. Each individual is unique, so there is no “blanket solution” for everyone.

Dysbiosis: Leaky gut is often caused by an imbalance in “good” and “bad” intestinal bacteria, sometimes called dysbiosis, says Krishnan. It can be brought on by the use of antibiotics, antibiotic residues in meats and dairy products or a diet high in sugar and processed foods.

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Roundup used on genetically modified (GMO) corn and soy crops, contributes to dysbiosis, as verified by Massachusetts Institute of Technology scientists in a study published in Interdisciplinary Toxicology. They concluded with a plea to world governments to reconsider policies regarding the safety of glyphosate residues in foods.

GMOs: While this issue has been less widely analyzed, a 1996 study published in the Journal of Applied Microbiology found that the Bacillus thuringiensis toxin added to Monsanto’s GMO corn crops to kill pests is not destroyed during human digestion. Danish researchers at the Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University suggested it may damage cells of the intestinal lining.

Gluten: “Gluten causes leaky gut,” says Port Jefferson, New York, naturopathic doctor Doni Wilson, author of The Stress Remedy, voicing one side of the controversy based on her review of scientific literature. She’s concluded, “Whether you are sensitive to it or not, gluten increases the production of zonulin, which can result in damage to intestinal walls and cause the cells on the outside of the intestines to set off an immune response to anything that passes through. In this condition, what we’re eating—cheese, milk, eggs, corn, soy—is leaking through the gut lining, triggering an immune response and potentially creating multiple food sensitivities.”

Wilson also notes that in her clinical experience, only about half of her patients with gluten sensitivities complain of digestive issues. “I’ve found that gluten causes the immune cells on the outside of the small intestine to affect the nervous system, causing headaches, anxiety, depression and insomnia,” she says. Her findings are backed by research from the Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Celiac Research and Italy’s University of Catania. The same researchers confirm that non-celiac gluten sensitivity or intolerance can also foster depression; a University of Cincinnati study published in the journal Headache links gluten and headaches.

Other proteins in wheat can be problematic, advises Fiona McCulloch, a Toronto doctor of naturopathy, citing a study presented at the annual European Gastroenterology Conference, in Vienna,

As a gluten tolerance test, substitute an amount of non-gluten carbohydrates for the same amount of gluten-containing products.

For example, instead of two pieces of bread, substitute three-quarters of a cup of brown rice—a rough equivalent in carbohydrate content. A positive difference in hunger, cravings and energy levels when gluten is eliminated indicates a condition of gluten intolerance. ~Fiona McCulloch last October. The report showed that a family of proteins called amylase trypsin inhibitors can lead to the development of inflammation in tissues beyond the gut, including the lymph nodes, kidneys, spleen and brain.

Glyphosate residues can be a factor in gluten intolerance. Although wheat crops produced in the U.S. are not yet genetically modified, many non-organic wheat crops are sprayed with glyphosate to promote rapid drying, according to the Environmental Working Group.

Inadequate digestive enzymes: Lactose intolerance is the most common result of missing digestive enzymes like lactase, according to the Mayo Clinic, in Rochester, Minnesota.

Avoiding milk products may relieve digestive distress for some.

Eliminate Items, Then Challenge

Most experts believe the easiest way to deal with food sensitivities is to stop eating the food in question. The so-called “elimination and challenge” diet, which has been in use for decades, is effective, free and addresses the foods responsible for common food intolerances, says Virgin.

Simply avoid the food of concern completely for at least three weeks, then eat a small amount of it and catalog the results. For some people, it may only take a couple of hours for symptoms to return after eating a piece of bread, cup of milk, an egg or bit of tofu.

Virgin’s seven-food challenge is a bit more rigorous, but improves feelings of general well-being so readily that many people don’t even want to bring back the eliminated foods because they feel so much better, she says. Her threeweek diet completely eliminates the most common food sensitivity triggers: gluten-containing foods (largely wheat), dairy, eggs, soy, corn, peanuts, sugar and artificial sweeteners.

“When I say eliminate these foods 100 percent, I mean it,” cautions Virgin.

“You need to give your immune system at least that much time to cool off.” She adds, “You can do anything such as this for just three weeks.”

Virgin also recommends the elimination diet for weight loss because it helps overcome food cravings triggered by the immune system response and leptin resistance, leveraging the hormone that turns off the body’s hunger signals, a finding confirmed by independent studies performed by Sweden’s Lund University and Italy’s University of Palermo. She’s also documented other positive effects through her own research and experience with participants in her programs, including improvements in energy, focus, joint pain, skin clarity and bloating, all in the designated short time frames.

Other Approaches

People with food sensitivities may be able to tolerate occasional indulgences in their trigger foods once they’ve healed their digestive systems, notes Krishnan. Probiotics can help, especially those encapsulated in spores so they can pass through the barrage of stomach acid and reach the small intestine where they are most needed.

Krishnan’s research, to be published this spring, showed that half of otherwise healthy young people suffering from leaky gut had a dramatic reduction of symptoms by taking a spore-forming probiotic Bacillus indicus product for 30 days. After the healing period, sensitive people may be able

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to eat small amounts of certain foods with the assistance of dietary aids and supplements, adds McCulloch.

Get dirty: Johns Hopkins University research has shown that kids raised in an excessively hygienic environment experience much higher rates of allergies and sensitivities. University of Wisconsin researchers found that youths growing up in households that are less than obsessively sanitary among four or five other people and dogs will strengthen and challenge their immune systems as they mature. Adults need to challenge their immune systems, too, says Krishnan.

Eat organic and fermented foods: A widely varied diet helps spread out the immune system challenges of trigger foods. Organic foods don’t contain glyphosate and other potentially harmful chemicals; fermented foods contain digestive enzymes.

Eat prebiotics: Raw onions, garlic, leeks and asparagus are prebiotics.

They help feed probiotic bacteria and improve gut health.

Block sensitivity triggers: Many people with lactose intolerance are able to consume dairy products if they use lactase, the enzyme that helps digest lactose. Similarly, some people with gluten intolerance find they can eat moderate amounts of wheat products with protein supplements like lectin, carb blockers and digestive enzymes that help break down the gluten molecules, according to Virgin.

Supplements that might help: Glucomannan (konjac or elephant yam fiber) contributes to a feeling of fullness and stabilizes blood sugar, says McCulloch. She also recommends the amino acid L-glutamine and digestive enzymes to assist in gut healing.

Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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by JJ Virgin Answer each question with never (0), seldom (1), sometimes (2) or often (3).

1. I need a cup of coffee or another caffeinated pick-me-up to jumpstart the middle of my morning or afternoon. _____ 2. I crave baked goods, pasta and other high-sugar impact foods. _____ 3. I have difficulty falling asleep or I awake during the night feeling anxious and struggle to get back to sleep. _____ 4. My bowel movements occur infrequently (less than one a day), which can sometimes be painful and involve straining. _____ 5. My mood can change swiftly and I take out my crankiness and irritation on coworkers and family members. _____ 6. I want to lay my head down on my desk mid-morning or afternoon because I have little motivation to remain productive. _____ 7. During meetings or conversations I zone out and struggle to concentrate for long periods of time on my work. _____ 8. After eating a big meal, I’m hungry and craving more of what I ate several hours later. _____ 9. Doing routine and important tasks takes all the energy and initiative I have. _____ 10. Even as an adult, I struggle with acne, rashes or blotchy skin, even though I use expensive skin cream. _____ 11. I head to the bathroom or step outside after a meal because of gassiness, bloating or other uncomfortable gut issues. _____ 12. The smell of a scented candle, perfume and detergent bothers me. _____ 13. Walking or moving around can create cramping, achiness or joint pain. _____ 14. I develop headaches that prevent me from enjoying the moment and leave me scrambling for a pain reliever. _____ 15. Even though I don’t have other cold/flu symptoms, I suffer from a scratchy throat or sinus trouble. _____ 6. I eat all the right foods in moderation, exercise religiously, and yet struggle 1 intensely to lose every pound. _____ Total Score: ______

What Scores Mean

18 or above – You most likely struggle with food intolerances that create many unpleasant symptoms and stall fat loss. By removing the seven target foods for just three weeks, you’ll see these symptoms disappear and the scales will start moving again.

10 to 17 – You display some of the symptoms that food intolerances can trigger.

You would greatly benefit from eliminating target foods to lose symptoms and those last few pounds.

Below 10 – While you suffer few of the symptoms brought about by food intolerances, you could still benefit from the same regimen. Even the healthiest person can take their game up a notch and ditch those last few stubborn pounds.

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even just nibbles the eliminated food, you have to start all over again,” says Dohmen. Whether commercially prepared or home cooked, the number of ingredients can substantially extend a test period. Each item must be completely avoided for about six weeks for an accurate assessment.

Environmental allergies, which encompass everything unrelated to food, range from common grasses to inhaled pollutants. New carpets or rugs, cleaning supplies, a neighbor’s pesticides, dust and pollen are among the culprits that can cause an allergic reaction. Common symptoms are itchy ears or skin, ear infections, sneezing, runny eyes, scratching, vomiting or diarrhea.

Veterinarian Judy Morgan, owner of Naturally Healthy Pets, in Clayton, New Jersey, also uses herbs in her practice to alleviate food and environmental allergy symptoms. “They can be tinctures or poultices; one herb or a blended mixture. Some are applied externally, some internally.” Giving the proper dosage for the size of the pet is vital.

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With dogs, about 20 percent of itching and scratching can be attributed to food ingredients.

Symptoms can show up as early as 5 months or as late as 12 years old, often combined with inhalant or contact allergies. Chronic ear infections are often traced to food allergies.

“If a pet is suffering mightily, see your veterinarian for shots or pills for immediate relief. Then ask the vet to allergy test for the specific problem,” advises Veterinarian Laurie Dohmen, owner of Purple Moon Herbs and Studies, in Hartly, Delaware. “This isn’t something you can do yourself. I’ve seen pet owners use what worked for a friend’s dog and make their own pets sicker, despite research and good intentions. What works for one pet won’t necessarily work for another.”

While food elimination testing works, it’s a long process that must be done with precision. “If your pet

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odor, because it’s antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral, followed by witch hazel to dry them, and then coconut oil or aloe to soothe and soften affected skin—plus Echinacea to boost the immune system. She uses ginger or peppermint to counteract nausea.

“Many people think an allergic pet should be switched to a lamb and rice diet. In some cases, that makes dry, itchy, skin worse,” she says. “That’s why it’s important to know what they are allergic to before trying out new foods or herbal remedies. Find a holistic vet to work with.”

Morgan often prescribes a mixture of herbs for the best results. “I like licorice because it works like a steroid without the side effects. Probiotics help keep gut bacteria and the immune system healthy. Parsley works well for dry, itchy, skin caused by a blood deficiency, or imbalance.

“Parsley brings a protein, as well as several vitamins, to the party,” notes Kimberly Gauthier, a dog nutrition blogger in Marysville, Washington. “It’s a natural anti-inflammatory and also great if your dog’s breath needs a freshness boost.” She suggests rosemary and thyme as ingredients in an antibacterial, antifungal salve; she mixes these essential oils with extra virgin coconut oil and beeswax to create paw balm.

Morgan reminds us that essential oils can be harmful, even life-threatening, for cats. “If Kitty has itchy skin, lavender tea can be used as a rinse on cooperative cats,” she suggests. “For a less cooperative feline, chamomile tea as a drink or as leaves mixed into the food soothes itches.”

Dohmen cautions, “Herbs and other homeopathic remedies or flower essences are medicine and should be given as a prescription by a qualified veterinarian.”

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he “old wives’ tale” about eating carrots for healthy vision wasn’t wrong, but fell far short of a holistic approach to eye health. Today’s holistically trained healthcare providers and ophthalmologists believe that properly maintaining the marvelous phenomenon of eyesight requires taking into consideration genetics, diet, toxin exposures, life environments and our belief systems.

“The body does not work as a series of parts in isolation, but as a dynamically integrated living system,” says Marc Grossman, a doctor of optometry, licensed acupuncture physician and co-founder of Natural Eye Health, in New Paltz, New York. “The reductionist method of referring each symptom to the domain of a particular specialist, isolated from the whole person, is slowly being replaced with a complementary view of health care that may include acupuncture and other forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine. We are beginning to look at each person as an integrated being.”

Progressive health providers now consider dietary preferences, general exercise regimens, environmental factors and physical, emotional and mental issues, as well as an individual’s particular symptoms, in determining treatment strategies. “To improve vision, the condition of the whole person needs to be addressed,” says Grossman, whose books include Natural Eye Care: Your Guide to Healthy Vision.

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Wellness Center, which he founded in Zephyrhills, Florida, embraces traditional and alternative therapies. He uses microcurrent, ozone therapy and U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved stem cells from a newborn’s umbilical cord in treating serious eye disease.

Kondrot, the author of 10 Essentials to Save Your Sight, systemically understands the eyes as windows to overall health. For instance, his perspective is founded on the fact that a balanced diet is one of the best preventive measures for maintaining eye health. Systemic disorders such as high blood pressure, diabetes, stress-related effects and nutritional deficiencies are easily determined under the scrutiny of his holistic biomicroscope.

According to science published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, chiropractic spinal manipulation may also contribute to normal vision; in one case study, 20 treatment sessions helped an individual recover the function of optic nerves and normal vision. It’s generally accepted that chiropractic adjustment realigning the spinal column allows the nervous system to function properly, reduces tension and frees up the body to better transport blood to locations such as the eyes. Additionally, the second vertebra below the skull contains nerves that affect the eyes, optic nerves, auditory nerves and sinuses.

Common eye conditions generally develop so slowly that they may not present noticeable symptoms until deterioration has become severe. “Many factors can affect our eyesight, including

other health problems. Having a family member with eye disease may mean you’re genetically prone to having that condition as well, but living a healthy lifestyle may prevent the gene from being activated,” advises Kondrot.

Viewing the condition of the eyes as a reflection of whole body health means that lifestyle and diet choices play major roles. The Vision Diet and supplement program recommended in Grossman’s Natural Eye Care has been shown to reduce the intraocular pressure in the eyes of study participants by five to seven millimeters, which generally equates to 10 to 15 percent.

In general, a diet high in beta-carotene, vitamins C and E, and sulfur-bearing amino acids can be helpful. Foods containing such nutrients include garlic, onions, beans, spinach, celery, turnips, yellow and orange vegetables, green leafy vegetables, seaweed, apples, oranges and tomatoes.

Other dietary and lifestyle options recommended by Grossman are daily drinking one pint of juice made from mostly green vegetables and drinking eight to 10 glasses of purified water to keep eyes hydrated. Managing stress and doing palming and other eye exercises, such as those found at Tinyurl.com/ ComputerEyeStrainExercises, as well as daily aerobic exercise for at least 20 minutes, are also beneficial. Additionally, Kondrot’s use of multimodal protocols such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy, homeopathy, and detoxification can be applied to reverse visual loss.

Kondrot advises that avoiding foods that trigger allergic reactions is important.

“A study of 113 patients with chronic simple glaucoma showed an immediate increase in pressure in the fluid inside the eye when they were exposed to foods to which they were allergic. Take up meditation, yoga, tai chi or any other practice that helps you manage stress and relax,” he advises. “Some consider glaucoma a stress-related condition.”

The best strategy for healthy eyes is to have regular eye examinations. Early detection and prompt treatment can prevent significant vision loss.

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A former gymnast and dancer, Crowley took to the Gyrotonic approach after being severely injured in an automobile accident. “Traditional physical therapy only addressed certain aspects without bringing me back to normal,” she says. “Running and yoga felt intolerable.

Gyrotonic exercises became a perfect bridge. I was able to rehabilitate safely while challenging myself to return to normal expectations and now, beyond.” The system of fluid movements leverages specially designed equipment that can be customized for every individual.

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“The Gyrotonic system combines elements from many different modalities into three-dimensional, circular movements. A primary focus is on all the different motions of the spine and how to create rhythmic, flowing movement within the entire body,” says Stefani Schrimpf, Gyrotonic instructor and studio owner of Physiques, in Overland Park, Kansas.

“The exercises strengthen, lengthen and stretch muscles, while stimulating connective tissues around the joints. They also improve balance, flexibility and coordination. This system allows you to push beyond specific limitations and to isolate and fine tune movement skills,” says Schrimpf.

While a Gyrotonic workout has similarities to yoga and Pilates, it is also unique. According to Melissa Jutras, a Pilates instructor, weightlifting coach, personal trainer and gym/studio owner of Big Blue Strength, in Lexington, Kentucky, “Hatha yoga is a series of static postures, whereas Pilates and Gyrotonic movements focus on flow, using equipment to enhance core strength, stability, control, coordination and flexibility. The difference is that Gyrotonic exercises works on three dimensions with every circular movement, like the body naturally moves. It uses weights and a pulley system, whereas Pilates is more linear and uses spring tension.”

Jutras believes the Gyrotonic system, Pilates and yoga all complement weightlifting and strength training, affording a mind-body balance. “The body then experiences low- and high-threshold exercise, low-intensity and highintensity, weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing activity,” she says.

Crowley sees the Gyrotonic approach complementing virtually any activity. “The exercises help practitioners learn how to move more efficiently, easily, powerfully, gracefully and successfully in every facet of life.”

The method is also offered without equipment in the form of Gyrokinesis, a flowing class done on a chair, mat and standing. This affordable option can be practiced independently at home.

“My youngest client is 7, my oldest is 94,” relates Crowley. “We have clients that have become bored by repetitive exercise and enjoy the limitless variations of movements that keep both their minds and muscles alert. We have chronic pain clients that have exhausted other medical options and are improving their ability to function more optimally and enjoying their lives again.”

Both Schrimpf and her husband, Juan Trujillo, teach the Gyrotonic method. “Our greatest reward is the feedback we get. Once people try it, they’re hooked,” she says. “It transforms how people think about movement and brings a sense of joy and accomplishment. They feel their joints becoming more supple and balanced, and find their bodies responding well to the natural movement patterns.”

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n an era of too much information, the role of fats in our diet has been a victim of not enough information.

Today’s turnaround in nutritional thinking acknowledges natural fats as being vital to heart health and weight loss.

Heart Health Benefit

A recent metastudy in the Annals of Internal Medicine, a journal of the American College of Physicians, concluded that saturated fat does not appear to increase heart disease risk, overturning almost 60 years of accepted medical thought. The researchers analyzed data from 76 studies involving more than 600,000 people and found that those that ate the most saturated, or “bad”, fat did not show a higher risk of cardiovascular disease compared with those that ate the least. Note that processed trans fats remain a villain, still deemed a risk to heart health per the metastudy.

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recent analysis confirmed this finding with the refinement that saturated fats increase both types of cholesterol. However, the latest research from the journal BMJ shows that saturated fat does not increase the number of LDL, or “bad”, particles, a predictor of cardiovascular disease. Instead, it makes existing LDL particles larger, a fairly benign situation in regard to such disease.

Weight Loss Benefit

Fat doesn’t even make you fat, claims Mark Hyman, a well-known medical doctor in Lenox, Massachusetts, and author of Eat Fat, Get Thin: Why the Fat We Eat Is the Key to Sustained Weight Loss and Vibrant Health. “The theory that all calories have the same impact on your weight and metabolism remains one of the most persistent nutrition myths,” says this practitioner of functional medicine who points out that we’ve been sidetracked by wrong thinking.

“Eating fat can make you lean.

Healthy cell walls made from highquality fats are better able to metabolize insulin, which keeps blood sugar better regulated. Without proper blood sugar control, the body socks away fat for a rainy day. The right fats also in-

crease fat burning, diminish hunger and reduce fat storage,” he notes.

Whole30, a 30-day diet revolving around clean eating, also emphasizes healthy fats. Devised in 2009 by Dallas Hartwig, a functional medicine practitioner and certified sports nutritionist, and Melissa Hartwig, a certified sports nutritionist, the program aims to reduce inflammation, detoxify the body and reset metabolism. The Salt Lake City, Utah, authors of the New York Times bestselling The Whole30 recommend healthy fats to keep us full and rev up metabolism. Recommended healthy fats include coconut milk and oil, avocados, olive oil, organic ghee (clarified butter) and raw nuts.

Josh Axe, a natural medicine practitioner and clinical nutritionist in Nashville, Tennessee, recommends the healthy fats contained in avocados, organic butter and ghee from grass-fed cows and goats, coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, and other foods high in omega-3 fatty acids such as salmon, sardines, walnuts, chia seeds and flax seeds.

“Butter’s experiencing a comeback as a healthy fat as its benefits become more widely known,” says Axe. “The omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in butter help the brain function properly and improve skin health.” Ghee, an ancient Indian version of butter, is lactose- and casein-free, while being loaded with fat-soluble vitamins A, D and E, says Axe. These vitamins are best absorbed by the body when they’re in a fat substance and then stored in the gastrointestinal tract, keeping metabolism and digestion on track, he notes. Ghee’s high level of vitamin K2, best known as a natural blood coagulator, “also helps strengthen bones, while the fatty acids found in it improve digestion and reduce inflammation.”

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His educational website, Mercola.com, has been the most visited natural health site for the past 12 years, with 12 million unique visitors each month. His three New York Times bestsellers include Effortless Healing.

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It is important to get these levels checked, because it is impossible to know without testing.

In your opinion, what is the greatest health risk Americans face today and what can we do about it right now?

I’m convinced that for the typical American, the most important health step to take is to stop drinking soda, sports drinks, fruit juices or artificially flavored and sweetened waters and replace them with pure water.

Most people are now aware that sodas are laced with processed sugars like high-fructose corn syrup and artificial sweeteners, but many don’t know that their favorite sport and vitamin drinks contain these sweeteners plus a host of frightening extras, including toxic chemicals like chlorine, fluoride, phthalates, BPA [bisphenol A] and disinfection byproducts.

What role do carbohydrates play?

Carbs are a far dirtier fuel than fat and generate far more reactive oxygen species than fat. Some 70 years of following low-fat diet recommendations has resulted in the vast majority of dieters losing the ability to burn fat as their primary fuel.

One of the most powerful strategies to regain this ability is to start a practice of regular intermittent fasting, restricting your eating window to six to 14 hours a day and fast the rest of the day.

Of course, you will want to replace a high net carb intake, or total carbs minus fiber, with healthy fats such as those in avocados, coconut oil, seeds and nuts.

Avoid industrially processed omega-6 vegetable oils like corn, soy and canola.

Because an indoor, climatecontrolled, sedentary lifestyle may lead to slowly developing chronic disease, what changes do you suggest we make?

Spending time outside with bare feet in contact with the ground even for short periods can yield significant benefits.

It’s even better to do it with the sun shining on your bare skin.

The Earth is an abundant source of free electrons, and when the sun shines on your skin a vital biological circuit forms that helps transfer energy to water throughout the body, which serves as a cellular battery. Albert Einstein won a Nobel Prize for describing this process, called the photoelectric effect.

Reducing the length of time sitting each day and regularly moving is even more important for most of us than getting regular exercise. A good rule of thumb is to stand up every 15 minutes or so.

What can we do better to maintain optimal health?

Two-thirds of Americans are overweight. The problems with carrying excess weight are more than aesthetic.

At the root of obesity is mitochondrial metabolic dysfunction. Metabolic disorders go hand-in-hand with many of the chronic diseases plaguing Americans in record numbers—including diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, dementia and cancer—according to numerous studies such as research by the Centers for Disease Control and the Center for the Study of Chronic Metabolic and Rare Diseases, at George Mason University.

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Tyler Gregory, 23, attended a small, insular high school in rural Ohio where bullying was problematic. As a senior with younger siblings approaching their high school years, he aimed to change the local culture to make bullying uncool.

Gregory decided to make a movie to submit to the NO BULL Challenge, a national organization that provides

students a platform to develop and disseminate materials that spark dialogue about such troubling issues. Challenges ranged from teaching himself filmmaking and persuading students to participate to mustering the courage to present the project to his school. He achieved the transformation he sought, beginning with 70 students participating in his production.

“I appealed to classmates by asking, ‘How do you want to be remembered?

Why not choose to be viewed positively, as leaders?’” says Gregory, who later became a spokesperson for NO BULL Challenge. To date, the challenge has received 600 submissions, garnering 23 million impressions through digital and social media, the vehicles of cyberbullies. A recent graduate of Dayton, Ohio’s Wright State University, Gregory has spoken to about 45,000 students in 27 states in school assemblies.

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hether it’s a damaging rumor posted on Facebook, a humiliating photo shared on Instagram or a threatening text, cyberbullying is increasing among today’s youth. A 2015 Cyberbullying Research Center study of middle school students found that 43 percent had been targeted, while 15 percent admitted to being online bullies. Meanwhile, students, parents and teachers are combating cyber-aggression with initiatives to make the phenomenon socially unacceptable in schools.

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such initiatives, which shift schools from punitive approaches to making bullying incompatible with accepted social norms, are the only way to bring lasting change. “We need to cultivate a climate where being hurtful is contrary to a school’s expressed values.

Most young people don’t like to see their peers being hurtful and admire those that stand up to peers and have them make amends,” says Willard. The educator’s website, EmbraceCivility.org, offers free materials with concrete steps for students and teachers to foster positive school environments.

Protecting the Vulnerable

Cyberbullying isn’t limited to attacks on unpopular kids that lack satisfying peer relationships. It’s seven times more likely to occur between current or former friends and romantic partners than between strangers, according to a study led by Diane Felmlee, professor of sociology at Pennsylvania State University. Felmlee’s research further found that non-heterosexual youth are four times as likely as their heterosexual peers to be cyberbullied, while popular kids are also frequently targeted.

Two social dynamics seem to be at work: “One involves individuals that violate social norms, such as LGBTQ youth, and the other revolves around status struggles,” reports Felmlee. “In the latter case, bullies are vying for popularity, recognition and self-esteem. Those with higher social status may be attacked because they’re viewed as competition.”

Cyberbullying’s impact can exceed face-to-face aggression, as offensive remarks can spread far and fast, and live online in perpetuity instead of fading away, observes Felmlee. Gregory adds that it can also affect students’ ability to learn when some skip school to avoid tormentors.

Helpful Responses

Most youths don’t report cyberbullying, feeling embarrassed, afraid the situation will get worse or doubtful of remedial action. “Schools need to step up their response to bullying, make it known that it won’t be tolerated, set clear policies and enforce them,” counsels Gregory. Because most bullied youths don’t speak up, parents need to communicate openly with kids and be aware of their

online activities, advises Felmlee.

Willard notes that it’s also important to address the bullies themselves through understanding their motivation, and then persuading them to accept responsibility and take steps to rectify harm. “This should be about reparation, not punishment.” Gregory’s high school film assures bullies that it’s never too late to make amends.

While it can be hard to stand up to bullies, caring peers can easily express support. “Bystanders have the power to change the atmosphere,” agrees Gregory. “Kindly approaching a student being picked on who may feel alone and ashamed goes further than most students realize.”

Those affected by cyberbullying also can cut off their aggressors, suggests Gregory. “The ‘block’ button is powerful. Cyberbullies want to see a reaction. Blocking them from social media exchanges or texting takes away their power.”

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

Muting Meanness Here are some tips to help keep digital spaces safe and civil. * Think twice before posting a photo or comment that could be taken out of context and misappropriated. * Report bad behavior to an adult that can help figure out the right course of action. * Don’t portray youth as victims, which can perpetuate the idea they are weak and vulnerable targets. * Save cyber evidence to help officials take appropriate action. Some schools now have online reporting systems that allow students to anonymously submit screenshots from social media. * Don’t retaliate. It likely will only aggravate unwanted behavior and drag everyone down to the cyberbully’s level of consciousness. * Keep watch. Apps like Online Guardian for Families, CyberSynchs and YouDiligence allow parents to monitor children’s exposure on social media via keywords related to bullying.

Resources: EmbraceCivility.org; Cyberbullying.org; Tinyurl.com/BullyPreventionTips; Tinyurl.com/AppsBlockBullies; StopBullying.gov/cyberbullying.

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atural burials allow those that lived their principles of an environmentally sound life to complete their days in a planet-friendly, personalized way.

“The number of U.S. cemeteries allowing natural burials has increased by 30 in the last year,” says Elizabeth Fournier, owner of Cornerstone Funeral Services, in Boring, Oregon. “More than

150 cemeteries allow them now. We encourage replacing cut flowers with plants. A multipurpose wooden casket can serve as a bookshelf until needed, or a casket can be made of natural wicker, paper or grass.” Formaldehydefree embalming fluids made of non-toxic and biodegradable essential oils allow

for a synthetic chemical-free burial.

“Green burials tend to be unique and can last from one to four hours,” says Brian Flowers, green burial coordinator for Moles Farewell Tributes, in Bellingham, Washington. “One funeral had 50 Civil War re-enactors in blue and gray outfits, along with a 21-musket and two-cannon salute. Another was led by a shaman. Natural burial isn’t just for the Birkenstock/patchouli crowd. Our area is farm-rich, so a green burial fits with the idea of living close to the land.”

The Moles’ four-and-one-half-acre meadow for natural burial will expand in the next two years to eight acres.

Flowers explains, “It’s an ecological restoration site. We manage invasive species and plant three native plants for each burial.”

In Houston, Terry Ward, president and CEO of Country Communities, notes how fast-paced lifestyles can prevent intimate connections among siblings. “At Indigo Fields, we’re able to implant an app-accessible microchip into an urn or stone. The information can include photos, details of the person’s life and stories that might otherwise become lost. It can be updated at any time and serves as a gift for anyone researching the family tree.

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Cremation has always been an alternative to burial, but is energy intensive; recycling medical parts helps green up this option. Many choices are available for the cremains, the ashes that remain after a cremation.

Many states outlaw burying pet remains in a human cemetery, so Lisa Brambilla, of Yorba Linda, California, invented 100 percent biodegradable Bio Urns. “Before, pet lovers had few choices when it came time to say goodbye. Laying a cremated pet to rest this way makes a loss easier because it’s a physical manifestation of a pet in plant form. It hurts a little less,” she

says. Each urn comes with a seed for a tree or shrub and the proper soil to help it grow.

“Maka, a keeshond, was the dog my son’s heart bonded with; he was 6 when she died,” Brambilla relates.

“After she grew into a tree, he could smile when he talked about her. It teaches kids to create a new life and to treat the planet well. Death is nothing but a word. The only thing real is life.” Bio Urn expanded to include human clients after Brambilla’s fatherin-law requested to be remembered via a redwood tree and her mother, a Christmas tree.

Eternal reefs are made of ashes mixed with cement placed in the ocean in a military-style ceremony to help support marine life for at least 500 years. Family members retain the reef’s GPS coordinates and can boat or dive to visit it.

Music lovers can choose to have their ashes compressed into a vinyl record. A live recording of goodbyes, a last will and testament or compilation of favorite songs can be prerecorded. Ashes can also be compressed into colorful

memorial gemstones ready to be set into jewelry to keep a loved one close.

Resomation, or bio-cremation, liquefies the body in a heated alkaline bath, using far less energy than traditional cremation and without environmentally harmful chemical emissions; afterward, the bones are ground, resembling cremains, and are returned to the family.

Promession is a way to freeze-dry the body by immersion in liquid nitrogen at -321° F. When it becomes brittle, vibrations shake the corpse into small pieces, water is evaporated and the dust that remains can be used as compost.

Invented by Swedish biologist Susanne Wiigh-Mäsak, she feels it’s the utmost Earth-friendly way to return a body to the soil.

As people opt to avoid the higher costs of a traditional funeral and elect practical, eco-friendly ways to exit the human scene, natural burials can become more accepted ways to achieve Biblical dust-to-dust while doing no harm.

Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

GONE GREEN Each year, traditional funerals use and bury: n Hardwoods for caskets (30 million board feet) n Steel for caskets (90,272 tons, plus 14,000 tons for vaults) n Copper and bronze for caskets (2,700 tons) n Reinforced concrete for vaults (1.636 million tons) n Embalming fluids (827,060 gallons)

Earth-friendly methods: n Cost about half as much as a traditional funeral. n Use non-toxic embalming fluids. n Offer biodegradable caskets. n Replace quarried headstones with natural stone or greenery. n Restore native plant areas, reducing invasive species, mowing and herbicides. n Contribute to peace of mind with a green legacy.

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very life unfolds as a uniquely dynamic, purposeful and potentially heroic story that is open to interpretation, especially our own. We are the star and spin doctor of this work-in-progress, with the power to tell our stories as triumphs, tragedies or something in-between. Our life story is filled with suspense: Big and little decisions affect our storyline, including the relationships we choose, our goals, how we live and the ways we nourish ourself physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

How we tell our story matters. We are constantly sifting through competing narratives to make sense of our world for ourself and others. Whether we consider ourself a heroic figure overcoming obstacles or a tragic victim of destiny often depends on how we choose to read the text of our life and tell our story.

Creating a personal myth is a fundamental way we find meaning. We are always the protagonist, with supporting characters providing love and assistance and antagonists posing challenges that push us beyond our comfort zones.

Rather than narcissism or navel-gazing, the more intimate we become with our own story, the more we realize that everyone has an equally valid and vital narrative in which they are the central character. Understanding that everyone is on their own story journey can help us establish connection and empathy.

In every myth, the protagonist has a character arc; a particular way they mature and develop due to shifting tides in their life story. Similarly, each of us is on an ever-evolving journey of self-discovery with choices about how

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to respond to situations, conflicts and happenstance. By reframing our lives as personal growth adventures, we can adapt to plot twists and view unexpected difficulties as opportunities for self-transformation. With gusto, we can reclaim and shape our personal narrative through choice and voice.

Thinking of ourself as the main character in our story can help us shift to novel perspectives on situations we repeatedly face. Instead of staying stuck in the same old storyline, try asking: If I were a character in a novel or movie‌ n What would I hope the hero would do when faced with these circumstances? n What actions or outcomes would I prefer as the observer of this story? n What might this situation be teaching the star? n How might the protagonist maximize this situation, perhaps becoming a more compassionate, caring, creative or stronger person? n Why would a benevolent author place this character in a particular situation?

With imagination and well-directed self-inquiry, we can step out of our story, check out the landscape and determine whether to stay on our current path or go in a different direction.

We can then transform obstacles into opportunities to break bad habits and improve character to become the real hero of our own living, evolving story.

Kim Schneiderman is a New York City psychotherapist and author of Step Out of Your Story: Writing Exercises to Reframe and Transform Your Life. Visit StepOutOfYourStory.com.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 2 Healing & Message Service – 7pm. First Thursday of each month, Spiritual Healer/Teacher Dr. Mark Tong offers a free one-hour healing service. Attendees will hear insights to wellness and healing along with a channeled meditation to “anchor” the ideas.

Each attendee will receive a healing message from Spirit. Free. Crystal Bay Hotel, 7401 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-914-7676.

Inspirational Yoga – 7-8:30pm. Join us for our new weekly yoga class led by inspirational yoga instructor, Dr. Ronald Porter. All levels welcome. Be invigorated and inspired as you are led through various techniques, including pranayama breathing. Every Thursday evening. Love Donation $10-$15. Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK St. N, Ste. 100, St Petersburg.

727-289-4747. AwakeningWellness.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 5 Como Dejar de Fumar con Ayuda de la Hipnosis – 1pm. Dr. Marta Alarcon, MD (Colombia), consejera, hipnoterapista, Reiki Master. Confirmar su asistencia llamando al 813-340-3556 o confirmar MartaAlarcon408@yahoo.com.

The Pelvic Floor for Women – 1-3:30pm. Nancy MacDonald, yoga therapist. So much is going on “down there.” Too tight, too loose, neutral pelvis.

Why is squatting so good for you and what about those squatty potties? There are better things than kegels. Important information about the pelvic floor from post childbirth to healthy aging. Sold Out last time; don’t miss out, limited space. $25.

Shanti Vinyasa Studio, 9079 Belcher Rd., Pinellas Park. Register, 727-542-0116, ShantiVinyasa.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 7 Healing Relationships Spiritually – 7pm. Spiritual Healer/Teacher Dr. Mark Tong will reveal the Divinity of significant relationships and his unique approach to bring couples together quickly and effectively (without counseling “him”). In just one-hour attendees will hear techniques to dodge nasty breakups and divorce using a very simple and effective Spiritual process. Free. Crystal Bay Hotel, 7401 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-914-7676.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8 Introduction to Astrology with Nicole – 7-8:30pm.

Mar. 8-29. 4-part series. Learning to navigate your

natal chart can provide incredible insight and guide you to self-awareness. 3/8: Houses. 3/15: Signs.

3/22: Planets. 3/29: Synthesis – blending houses, signs and planets to connect major pieces of your chart. Pre-registration encouraged. $15/class; $50/ series. Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK St. N, Ste. 100, St Pete. Contact Nicole (include birth date, time and place for your natal chart), 727-2042528, NicoleAstrology@gmail.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 9 Spring Equinox/Full Moon Gong Celebration – 7:15-8:30pm. With Lisa Recchione, eRYT500.

The sounds and vibrations of the gong along with Tibetan bowls help to experience a profound meditative state growing even more powerful during these moon phases. Gentle stretching and breathwork followed by the gong. Yogi Tea, Indian food and desserts served after. Please preregister for food prep; non-refundable 24 hours prior to event. $20/ advance, $25/door. Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Info, Lisa 727-595-6036. Registration Yoga4All.com/workshops.

SATURDAY, MARCH 11 Tantra: The Art of Living in Fulfillment – 11am1pm. Spiritual sharings by Ahnanda. Conscious living is the path of inner knowledge. Tantra is the journey of integration of all energies. Blog: http:// avyakt7.com. Email AOmnipresent@gmail.com.

Catching Your Breath – 2-4pm. With Douglas Warner, E-RYT 500. Reclaim your birthright of full,

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nourishing breath. Learn a few simple yoga breath techniques to: reduce stress, pain and inflammation; enter into a mindfulness practice; enhance your current yoga or fitness practice. Learn specific postures to restore and open the body for full, healthy breathing, increasing energy, calming your mind and enjoying life more. $30/advance, $35/door. Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Info, Doug 727-804-5356. Registration Yoga4All.com/ workshops.

The Journey Home Series, Part 3 – 2:30-4:30pm.

The Healing and Transforming Energy of the River Of Life, with Vasistha and Gomati Ishaya. We have a golden opportunity to strengthen our own and the healing flow of humanity. We will access the profound, transformational flow of the Eternal Fountain and the River of Life thereby raising our vibration to higher frequencies of Love and Light. Sugg’d Love Donation $20. No one turned away. Info, 813-2690687, AscendingToOneness.com.

Open House: 300-Hour Hatha Teacher Training Program – 4:30-6pm. Join us for a one-hour Hatha Yoga practice with Kimberly Waugh E-RYT 500 followed by a meet-and-greet session where you can get answers to your questions about the flexible and affordable upcoming teacher training program to polish your teaching style, expand your practice and advance your teaching career. Free. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. 727-712-1475, Info@ AYogaVillage.com, AYogaVillage.com/events.

TUESDAY, MARCH 14 IQ Memory Formula Promotion – 5:30-7pm. Join Thomas LeClair for the IQ Memory promotion.

The brain supplement that stops the progression of MCI, Dementia and Alzheimer’s and increases IQ by 10%. No admission fee. American Running Company, 26024 U.S. Hwy. 19 N., Clearwater. Info, 727-400-6725, iqMemoryFormula.com.

The Belly in the Brain – 6pm. Presented by Dr. Nyree Abdool. Free. 1501 S. Pinellas Ave., Ste. P, Tarpon Springs. RSVP 727-940-5278. DoctorNyree.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 16 Live Well Weight Management – 6pm. Turn your weight loss into a lifestyle. Take it off and keep it

off. Free. St. Petersburg Health & Wellness, 222 2nd St. N. 727-202-6807. StPetehw.com.

Self-Hypnosis Training – 6-9 pm. Patricia V. Scott, internationally certified master trainer of hypnosis, teaches how to discover untapped potentials, talents & abilities using the power of your Unlimited Mind. $35. $25 (UPHI Members-Join online now).

Hypnosis CD, workbook & scripts included. UP Hypnosis Institute, Terrace Plaza, 1810 S. Pinellas Ave., Ste. G, Tarpon Springs. 727-943-5003.

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Alkalize & Energize – 6:30pm. Liat Golan RD LDN, Bee Well Nutrition, shows how you can take small steps towards a healthier lifestyle while increasing energy naturally without the use of energy drinks or coffee. Learn five easy steps to help boost stamina, balance the body’s pH & help prevent sickness & disease. Free. Natures Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, NaturesFoodPatch.com.

Four-Day Inner Engineering Program – 6:30pm Free Intro before program begins. Mar. 16-19. Program consists of methods derived from the ancient science of yoga. Rare opportunity to experience life transforming wisdom from an Isha teacher trained

by Sadhguru, yogi, mystic and leading authority on yogas. Info, 813-413-1661, Tampa@IshaUSA.org.

Register at InnerEngineering.com/ieo-new/total.

The 7 Life Lessons – 7-8pm. Spiritual Healer/ Teacher Dr. Mark Tong will be revealing the 7 Life Lessons and how he discovered them. Most of us agree with the idea that we are all here learning Spiritual life lessons, but the challenge is knowing what the lessons actually are. Free. Crystal Bay Hotel, 7401 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-914-7676.

FRIDAY, MARCH 17 The Steps: A New Paradigm In Healing for Our Time – 6:30-7:30pm. Begin this 12-week (once a week) journey with author and self-awareness coach Fay Hart, and be amazed how you can quickly and simply end your suffering. A radical reinterpretation of traditional 12-steps, this is not about addiction but reclaiming your power through a gentle, meditative process. Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK St. N, Ste. 100, St Pete. 727-289-4747. Registration required, text 727-565-3951 or FollowFay.com.

Friday Night Yin Yoga – 6:30-8pm. With Heather Benton, E-RYT500. An exploration into targeting the dense connective tissue of the hips, pelvis and lower spine. With the assistance of blocks, blankets, bolsters and straps (provided), postures are held for longer periods allowing the practitioner to dive deep and open the flow of energy more easily to the entire body. All student levels. Walk-ins welcome. $15/ advance, $20/door. Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Info, Heather 727-480-3004. Registration Yoga4All.com/workshops.

How to Reconnect and Make Peace with the Deceased – 7-9pm. Dr. Jamie Turndorf, AskDrLove. com, #1 international bestselling author of Love Never Dies: How to Reconnect and Make Peace with the Deceased, guides you to re-establish your relationship with any loved one in spirit to obtain guidance and heal any unfinished business. $25. Workshop, Mar. 19, 1-4:30pm. Private Sessions by appt. Mar. 20-22.

First Unity Spiritual Campus, 460 46th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. 727-527-2222. FirstUnity.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 18 Awaken the Spiritual Warrior – 10:30am-5:30pm.

Sat Kaur Khalsa, certified kundalini yoga teacher and professional trainer. Experience the qualities of the Spiritual Warrior to understand and transform yourself through Kundalini Yoga. Warriors do not react to their circumstances, they respond. They see everything as an opportunity to learn, grow, elevate and expand. No previous yoga experience required. Nutritious vegetarian lunch included. $78/ in advance, $88/day of event. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. 727-712-1475, Info@AYogaVillage.com, AYogaVillage.com/events.

Spring Cleaning with Essential Oils – 11am-12:30 pm. Are you ready for spring cleaning? It’s right around the corner. Come and learn how to use only non-toxic solutions to keep your home clean and fresh for the whole family. Spring cleaning will be so much easier, affordable and safer. Drawing for a Thieves spray cleaner. Free. Natural Med Therapies, 7600 Bryan Dairy Rd., Ste. C, Largo. RSVP 727-541-2211.

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Healthy Ways to Look and Feel 10 Years Younger – 12:30-1:30pm. Free Lunch and Learn presented by Sherri Morrison, RN, BSN. Learn strategic ways to reverse the signs of aging with nutrition and skincare. Success by Design, 9095 Belcher Rd., Pinellas Park. RSVP 727-548-0001, CustomerSupport@ SuccessByDesignWeightloss.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 19 Yoga Nidra with Nancy MacDonald – 2:303:30pm. With over 100 hrs. training and nine years’ experience in guiding Yoga Nidra, Nancy guides you in this meditation known as “Yogic Sleep” for deep relaxation, self-healing and integration. It involves systematically relaxing the body, breath and mind as you enter a deep relaxed state to refresh the physical, emotional and mental bodies.

All levels. No experience necessary. $15. Shanti Vinyasa Studio, 9079 Belcher Rd., Pinellas Park.

Register, 727-542-0116, ShantiVinyasa.com.

Under Pressure: Posture & Migraines – 4pm.

Presented by Kevin Wade MA54985, St. John-Clark Pain Treatment Center. You know how it feels: pressure behind the eyes, spike-like pain inside your head, the desire to crawl into a hole. Persistent headaches, especially migraine, can stop everything in your life. Find out how postural alignment of the spine & relief from trigger points can change everything. Free. Natures Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, NaturesFoodPatch.com.

MONDAY, MARCH 20 Natural Med Therapies Seminar – 5-8:30pm. Do you want a personalized solution on your next lab test? Join us to learn more about specialized tests from Genova Diagnostics and find out if advanced testing is right for you. We will be discussing hormone testing, allergy testing and gut testing.

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

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TUESDAY, MARCH 21 Free Meetup: Mind Magic – 6:30-8pm. Enjoy an evening discovering the amazing power of your unlimited creative mind with Patricia V. Scott, certified master trainer of hypnosis & NLP. Contributions appreciated to offset MeetUP expenses. UP Hypnosis Institute, Terrace Plaza, 1810 S. Pinellas Ave., Ste. G, Tarpon Springs. 727-943-5003. UPHypnosis.com.

Supercharge Your Brain, Revitalize Your Life – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn to optimize your brain naturally through quality brain nutrition, proper hemispheric balancing and energy medicine. This unique approach with Debbie Roche, MS can help increase intuitive abilities as well as decrease insomnia, extreme fatigue, negative thinking, brain fog, addictive urges and emotional triggers related to trauma. Educational handouts. Suggested Love Donation $20. Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK St. N, Ste. 100, St. Pete. 813-503-2687. DebbieRoche@yahoo.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22 Acquiring Your Keys to Successful Weight Loss – 6pm. Presented by Miranda Giusti, DO. Free. Peaks of Health Metabolic Medical Center, 1120 Belcher Rd. S, Ste. 2, Largo. RSVP 727-826-0838, rsvp@ PeaksOfHealth.com.

Hormone Imbalance and Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease – 6-7pm. Presented by Tami Horner, MD. Free. Success by Design, 9095 Belcher Rd., Pinellas Park. RSVP 727-548-0001. CustomerSupport@ SuccessByDesignWeightloss.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 23 Fatigue? Fibromyalgia? Depressed? – 6pm. How Your MTHFR gene may be contributing and the simple solution. Presented by Dr. Les Cole, MD, ABAARM, ABIHM. Free. St. Petersburg Health & Wellness, 222 2nd St. N. 727-202-6807. StPetehw.com.

Set-UP for Success in Hypnosis & NLP – 6-9 pm.

Public welcome to participate as practice clients & enjoy experiencing pre-talk processes that set you UP for success. Certified practitioners receive 3 CEUs to expand skills with techniques, scripts & interactive practice. $25; $20 (UPHI Members).

UP Hypnosis Institute, Terrace Plaza, 1810 S. Pinellas Ave., Ste. G, Tarpon Springs. 727-943-5003.

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True Healing Event: Superfoods & CBD – 6:30pm. Presented by Shane Hennessy, HealthForce & True CBD Oil. Explore the use of superfoods for detoxification & vitality. Attendees will also learn about the amazing story of CBD hemp oil & its awesome healing potential. Free. Natures Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, NaturesFoodPatch.com.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 25 Yoga for the Athlete – 1-3:30pm. Learn yoga to restore flexibility, promote recovery and prevent injury in your sport. No previous yoga experience needed. Workshop cost is included with unlimited pass or $25 without. Sign up: 727-894-9642, Info@ StPeteYoga.com, StPeteYoga.com.

Yoga Nidra – 3-4pm. Doug Warner, E-RYT500, leads this unique form of guided meditation with the practitioner comfortably reclined and supported. The nidra practice gently trains the mind to stay consciously aware while creating a sense of deep relaxation. All student levels welcome. Wear loose, comfortable clothes. $15/advance, $20/door.

Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Info, Douglas 727-804-5356. Registration Yoga4All. com/workshops.

Hypnosis International 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 International Association of Counselors & Therapists & UP Hypnosis Institute. Register by 3/10: $3095; $2895 (UPHI Members); After: $3395. Tarpon Springs location. 727-943-5003.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 26 12th Annual Healthy Living Expo – 10:30am5pm. Produced by Natural Awakenings. Enjoy natural products, organic produce, energy treatments, aromatherapy, healthy coffee, iridology, organic hair products, natural makeup, natural cleaners, teas, lotions and soaps, weight loss, art, massage,

yoga, integrative medicine, jewelry, thermography demos, homeopathy, hydroponic growing systems, intuitive readers and more. Free eco-tote to first 500 attendees. 80+ exhibitors, workshops, door prizes, free samples, free hearing and chiropractic screenings, more. Free admission. Florida Tech Clemente Center, Melbourne. Info, 321-777-6433, HealthyLivingExpos.com.

how to optimize your gut health using fiber, enzymes and pre- and probiotics. Free. Natures Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, NaturesFoodPatch.com.

will be played on the body during some postures. $40. Shanti Vinyasa Studio, 9079 Belcher Rd., Pinellas Park. Limited space. Register, 727-542-0116, ShantiVinyasa.com.

PLAN AHEAD

Inner Engineering Program – Apr. 29-30. First time course offered in Tampa as well as a unique opportunity in that program creator, Sadhguru, yogi, mystic and leading authority on yogas, will be conducting this program in person. Tampa Convention Center. For info and registration, visit InnerEngineering.com.

MONDAY, APRIL 3 Chair Yoga: Using the Sitting Position to Transform – 1-3:30pm. Learn to use a chair to help you improve your yoga practice and alignment. Modify your practice to make postures accessible to you; use the chair to clarify alignment; adjust the level of intensity of your practice; explore energizing postures; practice relaxing postures. No experience needed. Workshop cost is included with unlimited pass or $25 without. Sign up: 727-894-9642, Info@ StPeteYoga.com, StPeteYoga.com.

Raw Mediterranean – 4pm. Brad Myers, The Vegabond Chef, VegabondChef.com, says there’s nothing like aromatic, flavorful Mediterranean food. Find out how to make it raw vegan style.

Brad’s raw class is the last Sunday of every month.

Free. Natures Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, NaturesFoodPatch.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 28 Natural Weight Loss: Doctor Supervised – 6pm.

Presented by Dr. Nyree Abdool. Free. 1501 S. Pinellas Ave., Ste. P, Tarpon Springs. RSVP 727940-5278. DoctorNyree.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29 Energetics of Food: Food as Medicine – 6:30pm.

Dr. Paul & Cara Reynolds, The Reynolds’ Kitchen, say that what you put at the end of your fork is more powerful medicine than anything you will find at the bottom of a pill bottle. A gluten- and dairy-free cooking class! Free. Natures Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, NaturesFoodPatch.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 30 Probiotics & Gut Health – 6:30pm. Presented by Dominique Ostrander, Jarrow Formulas. Find out

Reiki I & Reiki II – 6-10pm. Reiki II Apr. 10. Class Certification when completed Reiki II and also Reiki III and CEUs available for LMT, Provider Number MCE 50-13619, for Reiki credits. Reiki is a noninvasive & practical tool for regeneration, transformation and healing. Rev. Maria Antonieta Revello, Reiki, Karuna & Qigong Master, Light Therapist & Samassati practitioner, NLP practitioner. Member of ICRT, ILA. Information and to reserve your space, 813-334-7424, ReikiShrine@gmail.com.

SUNDAY, APRIL 16 A New and Different Easter Celebration – 10:30am-noon. Join us for a New Thought perspective on this traditional holiday. Suncoast Center for Spiritual Living, Roland Park School, 1510 N. Manhattan Ave., Tampa. Suncoastcsl.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 22 Four-Day Inner Engineering Program – 6:30pm Free Intro before program begins. Jun. 22-25. Program consists of methods derived from the ancient science of yogas. Rare opportunity to experience life transforming wisdom from an Isha teacher trained

by Sadhguru, yogi, mystic and leading authority on yogas. Info, 813-413-1661, Tampa@IshaUSA.org.

Register at InnerEngineering.com/ieo-new/total.

FRIDAY, APRIL 21 Restorative Yoga Certification for Yoga Teachers – Apr. 21-23. 6:30-8:30pm Fri. 8:30am-5:30pm Sat-Sun. Nancy MacDonald, E-RYT500, certified restorative yoga teacher. Postures explained for group classes or privates. This is not the crazy, over the top amount of props but restorative yoga for real people in the real world. Training manual 80+ pages included. Add this much needed knowledge of therapeutically oriented yoga to your teaching skills. 18 live CEUs $350. Lotus Pond, 6201 Lynn Rd., Tampa. YogaLotusPond.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 29 Restorative Yoga with Sound Healing – 1-3:30pm.

Nancy MacDonald, certified restorative yoga teacher & trainer and Robert Austin, sound healer, combine these two specialties to open the doors to personal healing. Nancy will guide you into supported restorative postures as Robert plays live, crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls and other instruments. Tibetan bowls

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ongoingevents sunday Gentle Restorative Yoga – 9-10:15am. Doug Warner, E-RYT500. Learn to observe the breath and feel the subtle effects in your body. Calming, relaxing class for relieving stress, recovery from illness & fatigue and increasing flexibility & circulation. All student levels welcome. Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Info, Doug 727-804-5356. Registration Yoga4All.com/workshops.

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.

Sunday Celebration Service – 10-10:15am Meditation. 10-10:30am Bookstore. 10:30am Service begins. A welcoming, diverse spiritual community.

Children’s program available. Suncoast Center for Spiritual Living, Roland Park School, 1510 N. Manhattan Ave., Tampa. Suncoastcsl.org.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction – 2:30-5pm.

Feb. 19 - Apr. 9. The 8-week training as developed

by Jon Kabat-Zinn. Learn to cultivate your natural capacity to care for yourself and find greater balance, ease and peace of mind. CEs available. Register by Jan. 20 for discount. Florida Community of Mindfulness, 6501 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa. Info and registration, FloridaMindfulness.org/mi.

monday Gentle Yoga with Reiki – 9:30-10:30am. We focus on basic yoga philosophy, basic asanas, meditation and breathing techniques, followed by reiki healing.

Relax, gain balance and find peace. Love offering $5, $10 or $15 as you are guided. Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK St. N, Ste. 100, St Pete.

727-289-4747. AwakeningWellness.org.

Gentle AM Yoga – 10-11:30am. Gentle morning class that warms the joints slowly and gently, bringing fluidity back into the body. Not a lot of getting up and down; all poses can be modified to work with your body. Excellent class for chronic back pain; learn from back care specialist, easy/gentle Nancy MacDonald. Alignment using props brings ease to poses. Shanti Vinyasa, 9079 Belcher Rd., Pinellas Park. Purchase class passes at ShantiVinyasa.com.

Making Music for Healing – 4:30-5:30pm. Introduction to Native American flute. Claudia Tristancho will show you how easy it is to play and heal using handmade instruments by local flute maker Utah Farris. Handmade flutes available for purchase.

Love offering as guided, $5, $10 or $15. Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK Jr. St., Ste. 102, St. Petersburg. 727-289-4747, AwakeningWellness.org.

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

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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.

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Unleash Your Potential – 6pm. You’ve always known you had potential. Isn’t it time you unleashed it? Come to this lecture and find out how you can be happy and successful. Refreshments served. Free.

Dianetics Foundation of Tampa, 1300 E. 8th Ave., Tampa. Juan Carlos 813-872-0722.

Monday Evening Meditation with Sound Bowls – 6:30-7:30pm. Relaxing meditation and sound healing with Tibetan Bowls’ vibrational healing can open your chakras to deeper levels of physical, emotional, mental and spiritual understanding. Love offering: $5 $10 or $15 as you are guided. Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK St. N, Ste. 100, St Pete.

727-289-4747. AwakeningWellness.org.

Asana Clinic: Series of Five – 7:30-9pm. Mar. 6, 13, 20. Kimberly Waugh, E-RYT 500. Asana, pranayama and guided meditation. Topics: Perfect postures to release tension in the front of the body; lower back, hips and hamstrings TLC; stretch the sides and legs for more agility; slow down, calm down with supported forward bends; power in the center and calm at the edges. CEUs available. $10/ class, $50/series. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. 727-712-1475, Info@AYogaVillage. com, AYogaVillage.com/events.

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.

tuesday Beginner Yoga Workshop Series – Noon-1pm.

Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31. Bev Klein, 200 RYT, certified restorative yoga instructor. Learn the fundamentals of a basic yoga practice. Small group setting in which participants meet weekly for four consecutive sessions to explore what yoga is all about and develop a love for practice. $30/series. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. 727-712-1475, Info@ AYogaVillage.com, AYogaVillage.com/events.

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 Counselor, 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 & Cupping with Amparo – 4:307:30pm. Treat yourself to a healing 30-minute session with our certified Florida licensed acupuncturist, Amparo Parades. Your body will thank you. $30.

Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK St. N, Ste. 100, St Pete. 727-289-4747. AwakeningWellness.org.

Align and Strengthen – 5:45-7pm. Nancy MacDonald uses her knowledge of anatomy and biome-

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chanics to allow your yoga practice to unfold with structure yet playfulness. Understand the ease within the postures even as they challenge you; deepen your understanding of the yoga postures, develop greater flexibility and awaken the mind-body connection.

Shanti Vinyasa Studio, 9079 Belcher Rd., Pinellas Park. Info, 727-542-0116, ShantiVinyasa.com.

Free Yoga Class – 5:45-7pm. Beginners welcome.

If you are new to yoga or new to Yoga4All, are a Pinellas County resident and want to check us out, please join us for this or any one class at the studio for free (limit one). Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Marty 727-392-9642, Yoga4All.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.

How to Think Clearly – 6:15pm. Find out about the negative effects of drugs and toxic residues and how you can get rid of them. Have a healthy body, be energetic and think clearly. Free. Church of Scientology of Tampa, 1300 E. 8th Ave., Tampa. RSVP Prabhjot 813-872-0722, Scientology-Tampa.org.

Roll & Renew – 6:30pm. Yoga for Stress with Stacy Renz, E-RYT, PYT, OTR. Spend the hour on the floor luxuriating in breath, long stretches and self-massage. Learn to use the foam roller and yoga tune-up balls to alleviate trigger points and stimulate meridian lines. $16. Living Room Yoga, 8424 4th St. N, Ste. F, St. Pete. 727-826-4754, Schedulicity. com/scheduling/LRYQK9/classes.

Minding Your Weight: Create Your Ideal Healthy Body – 6:30-8:30pm, 2nd Tues. monthly. Patricia V. Scott, Ph.D., teaches hypnosis & NLP techniques for achieving and maintaining a fit, healthy body & lifestyle. Guided hypnosis included. $25/One class or Buy five/get one class free. UP Hypnosis Institute, Terrace Plaza, 1810 S. Pinellas Ave., Suite G, Tarpon Springs. 727-943-5003. UPHypnosis.com.

wednesday Ageless Agility: Not Just Yoga Anymore – 8:309:45am or 10-11:30am. Nancy MacDonald presents mindful strength training for those who don’t want the gym or are recovering from injury or illness.

Focus on balance/fall prevention uses resistance

bands, balance discs, small weighted balls and more.

Shanti Vinyasa, 9079 Belcher Rd., Pinellas Park.

Info, 727-542-0116, ShantiVinaysa.com.

Reiki Share – 10am-2pm. By appointment only.

Experience the most profound, powerful & gentle relaxation technique; feel renewed and lighter.

Re-establish healthy frequencies of cells and your whole vibrational field, bringing back health to cells, tissues and organs. Complements any form of therapy. Appointments, 813-813-334-7424 Maria, 813-447-2558 Raysa or ReikiShrine@gmail.com.

Lunchtime Meditation – Noon-1pm. Learn a deep processing technique to quickly achieve a meditative state that will have you sailing through the afternoon more productive and purposeful. Followed by Tibetan singing bowls. Love offering $5 $10 or $15 as you are guided.

Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK St. N, Ste. 100, St Pete. 727-289-4747. AwakeningWellness.org 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.

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.

thursday Almost Hot Fun-Day Flow – 5:45-7pm. Prepare to ignite your inner fire with a balanced, flowing practice as Heather Benton, E-RYT500 guides you in this deliciously warm devotion in motion. Connecting breath and movement, leave refreshed and invigorated. Bring water and towel. Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Info, Heather 727-480-3004. Yoga4All.com.

Hypnosis & NLP Master Class-MeetUP – 6-9pm.

Usually held last Thursday; check website to be sure.

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, Terrace Plaza, 1810 S. Pinellas Ave., Suite G, Tarpon Springs. 727-943-5003. UPHypnosis.com.

Healing & Message Service – 7pm. First Thursday each month. Spiritual Healer/Teacher Dr. Mark Tong offers a one-hour healing service. Attendees will hear insights to wellness and healing along with a channeled meditation to “anchor” the idea. Each attendee receives a healing message from Spirit.

Free. Crystal Bay Hotel, 7401 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-914-7676.

friday Morning Hatha Yoga – 8:30-9:45am. Nancy MacDonald’s knowledge of anatomy and functional movement allows the practice to unfold with structure yet playfulness. Understand ease within the postures even as they challenge you. Deepen your understand-

ing of the yoga postures, develop greater flexibility and awaken the mind-body connection. All levels.

Shanti Vinyasa, 9079 Belcher Rd., Pinellas Park.

Purchase class passes at ShantiVinyasa.com.

Restorative/Yin Yoga – 10-11:30am. Join Nancy MacDonald, yoga therapist, certified restorative yoga teacher, as she guides you in postures supported with yoga props as the body unwinds and unfolds naturally. Discover inner calm and whole body wellbeing; good for anxiety, depression, stress. All Levels. Shanti Vinyasa, 9079 Belcher Rd., Pinellas Park. Purchase class passes at ShantiVinyasa.com.

Tai Chi and Qi Gong – 4:30-6pm. 4:30pm Dao Yin and warm-up exercises. 5pm Qi Gong and Tai Chi sequences. Instructor Dr. Justin Fontanini has extensive experience and knowledge of these ancient arts. $10 Suggested donation. Reservations, 813-334-7424 Maria or Acupuncture & Natural Therapies 813-968-2128. ReikiShrine@gmail.com.

Achieving Wellness through Healthy Habits Part I – 6-8pm. 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th Fridays. Modules 3–6. Karampreet, Kundalini Yoga Teacher. Join the Yoga Village Community in any class in this 16-week program on how to apply yoga to your life. Start your journey with a commitment to Self; begin or deepen your practice of yoga, meditation, pranayama and the process to heal limiting habits so you can recover your soul. $18/ class; $108/reserve for 8. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater, 727-712-1475. Info@AYogaVillage. com, AYogaVillage.com/events.

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.

saturday Yoga with She Toles RYT-200 – 8:30am. Yoga will extend your health and life, keep you flexible with poise; also excellent for emotional balance. RSVP

by Friday. She 813-546-3754 or YogaShe@hotmail. com. YogaQiVibration.com.

powerful and relaxing qi gong positions and techniques. $10. St. Pete Health & Wellness, 222 2nd St. N., St. Petersburg. RSVP 727-551-0857.

Free Sleep Consultation at Sleep Organics – 10am-5pm or by appt. Find out how to remedy aches and pains and get better quality sleep. 650 Central Ave., Sarasota, 941-312-5906, Sleep-Organics.com.

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. Call 813-340-3556 Dr Marta Alarcon after 5pm, 813-334-7424 Ma. Antonieta or reikishrine@gmail.com.

Easy Self-Hypnosis Training – 1-3pm. Usually held last Saturday; check website to be sure. Patricia V. Scott, internationally certified Master 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, Terrace Plaza, 1810 S. Pinellas Ave., Ste. G, Tarpon Springs. 727-943-5003. UPHypnosis.com.

Now Playing Saturdays: The Dr. Tracie Show – 3-4pm. Listen Live on iHeart Radio to “Your expert in Integrative Medicine.” NewsRadio WFLA 970.

Awakening Wellness Center Affordable Saturdays – Treat your body to any of our services, including Tibetan Bowl relaxation therapy, nutritional counseling, acupuncture/ cupping, sound therapy, and more. One hour session with a certified professional $25. Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK Dr., Ste. 102, St. Petersburg. Call for appointment, 727-289-4747. AwakeningWellness.org.

It’s better to be a lion for a day than a sheep all your life. ~Elizabeth Kenny Email your favorite pet picture to Debbey at dwilson@natampa.com for possible inclusion in the magazine.

Free Yoga Class – 9-10:15am. Also Tues. 5:45pm.

Beginners always welcome at Yoga4All. If you are new to yoga or new to Yoga4All, are a Pinellas County resident and want to check us out, join us for this or any one class at the studio for free (limit one). New student discount on passes for everyone.

8836 Seminole Blvd., Seminole. Info, Marty 727392-9642. Yoga4All.com Learn to Meditate – 9-10:30am. 1st & 3rd Saturdays. You are invited to join Dr. Maulik Trivedi and Julie Dumois, LCSW, RYT for our meditation class in which you will learn the art and science of meditating.

Suited for beginners as well as advanced meditators.

The group is covered by most health insurance plans.

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Register, 813-973-1304, fmcMindBody.com.

Qi Gong: Supreme Science Qi Gong – 9-10am.

Val Mirea, DOM, AP leads this group class through

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communityresourceguide ...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 call 727.865.9339.

aesthetician Skin Plus Energy Inc.

Jacqueline Bonacci 7310 Central Ave., St Petersburg 727-642-6165 SkinPlusEnergyInc.com Organic Skin Care and Energy Therapy. Crystal Photon Mat and Vibrational Sound Therapy included with facials. Naturally energizing! $34 Introductory facial with Energy Therapy offered!

alternative medicine LIFEWORKS 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!

Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Chris Dziubinski, DOM, AP, L. Ac 12952 N Dale Mabry Highway,Tampa, FL 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 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.

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Natural Living Chiropractic & wellness center Dr. Paula Giusto 310 South Brevard Ave. Tampa, Fl 33606 813-253-2565

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

Jin Shin Jyutsu & craniosacral therapy.

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.

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ACUPUNCTURE Jade Tree Wellness Center

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Professional Herbalists Training Program Acupuncture & Herbal Therapies 222 2nd St. N., St. Petersburg 727-551-0857 AcuHerbals.com

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.

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Orthomolecular Nutrition & Wellness 9225 Ulmerton Rd., Ste. 312, Largo 727-518-9808 OrthoLiving.com.

churches SUNCOAST CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING

Rev. Dr. Suzi Schadle, Senior Minister Meets at Roland Park School, Sundays 10:30 a.m.

1510 N. Manhattan Ave., Tampa 813-384-8162 SuncoastCSL.org

We believe that Universal Goodness is at the heart of all existence. We embrace diversity and welcome spiritual seekers of all paths. Children’s program, classes in New Thought, informal Spiritual Living groups. Over six years in Tampa. We want to co-create a world that works for everyone.

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

We address the underlying root cause of disease by using a variety of modalities such as Nutrient IV’s, Chelation, Weight loss, HRT, PEMF and more. To see if you qualify for Medical Marijuana go to OrthoMMJ.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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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.”

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RENEW LIFE

Bonnie Barrett 28469 US Hwy 19 N. #402, Clearwater 727-461-7227 RenewLifeFla.com, Lic# MA14802 MM35406 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. See ad page 35. .

compounding pharmacy Pharmaco Meds & Compounding Christos Delmadoros, Pharm.D. 2460 Bayshore Blvd., Dunedin 34698 727-754-9497 PharmacoMeds.com

Pharmacy solutions for you and your pets. Specializing in custom medication compounding in the areas of hormone replacement therapy, scar/burn therapy, veterinary medications and more. See ad page 18.

UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES HYPNOSIS, INC.

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Rev. Kevin McCullough, SCP 727-207-2201 ImagineIntegratedTherapy.com imagineintegrativetherapies@gmail.com

Safety Harbor location.

Imagine relief from chronic pain or cancer treatment side effects.

Healing Touch, Reiki, Guided Imagery, Aromatherapy, Guided Meditation.Your home or my

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

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Ron N. Shemesh, M.D. 12952 N Dale Mabry Highway Tampa 813-935-CARE (2273) MindBodySpiritCare.com

METAPHYSICAL STORE

Gaia Spiritual Doorways (Est. 2010) 26300 Wesley Chapel Blvd., Lutz 813-943-3666 GaiaSpiritualDoorways.com GaiaGiftShop@yahoo.com Only shop of its kind within 10 miles. Near Tampa Premium Outlets. 10 mins. off Hwy. 275. $50K. Serious inquiries only. Call noon-8pm or email.

David F. Doering, DDS

Doering Family Dental 1201 W. Linebaugh Ave., Tampa 813-933-5365 TampaDentalCare.com Cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Conservative approach to periodontal (gum) treatment. See ad page 35.

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Clearwater Family Dental 215 S Myrtle Ave., Clearwater 727-442-3363 MyClearWaterFamilyDental.com 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 14.

Ray Behm, DDS

127 N. Garden Ave., Clearwater 727-446-6747 BehmNaturalDentistry.com 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.

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herbalist Rose Kalajian—Herbalist

Natural Health Hut Clinic and Herb Farm 813-991-5177 ImHerbalist.com 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.

hypnosis Kate Nucci, CCHT

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.

Peaks of Health Metabolic Medical Center Tracie Leonhardt, DO 1120 Belcher Rd. S., Ste. 2, Largo 727-826-0838 PeaksOfHealth.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.

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

9095 Belcher Road Pinellas Park Fl, 33782 727-548-0001 PoundsAwayTampaBay.com

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 pages 16.

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Professional Hypnosis & NLP Certification Training, Weekly classes & Private sessions (Smoking, Weight, Stress, Sports, Habits), Clinical/Medical Hypnotherapy available w/referral. Speaking Services & Corporate Programs.

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Patricia V. Scott, President 727-943-5003, 866-537-7746 UPHypnosis@yahoo.com, UPHypnosis.com

A Wellness Center for Age-Management, Functional Medicine and Medical Weight Loss. Specializing in Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement including Pellet Therapy, Gut Health/ Food Allergies, Detoxification, Nutritional Evaluations, Acupuncture, Massage therapy and more.

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St. Petersburg Health & Wellness

Les Cole, MD 2100 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N., St. Petersburg 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.

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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.

psychotherapy Lois A. Miller, L.C.S.W., PA

238 E. Davis Blvd. Suite 302, Tampa 813-258-3906, Fl. Lic. swooo1738 info@mytherapywithheart.com MyTherapyWithHeart.com Integrative and holistic psychotherapy for individuals and couples. Treating anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, trauma, transitioning and more, using EMDR, EFT, mindfulness, and other modalities. See ad page 18.

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

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