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34 COLD-BUSTERS Natural Remedies for Kids
36 HEMP GETS HOT Meet the Hardest Working Plant on the Planet
38 CBD’S NEW FRONTIER Help for Mental Health
40 RONNIE CUMMINS on Growing a Movement
44 MEATLESS MAKEOVER
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arch 2020 Natural Awakenings Tampa Bay is here with special emphasis on growing plant-based activism and ways to improve health and wellness through the food and products we consume. Among many proactive health movements today, many are reevaluating dietary habits; cutting back on meat, dairy and eggs; and increasing consumption of plant-based foods. Writer Marlaina Donato examines ways plant-dominant diets enhance the performance and stamina of high performing athletes in “Vegan Fitness: A Healthy Choice for Body and Planet” (page 32). It is clear: eating lower on the food chain can benefit body, soul and the environment. Another hot topic lately is the use and availability of CBD oil derived from the hemp plant. Read Julie Peterson’s article, “Hemp Gets Hot: Meet the Hardest Working Plant on the Planet” (page 36) for insight on the subject. In “CBD’s New Frontier: Help for Mental Health” (page 38), writer Julie Marshall reports on hemp’s growing acceptance as a no-buzz cousin to marijuana is fueling high hopes in a number of key arenas. On another note, this is a call to local Tampa Bay Area artists to submit their suitable art for consideration to become cover art, published on the front cover of Natural Awakenings. For more information, including a list of monthly themes, submission terms and format requirements, go to NaturalAwakenings.com/CoverArt. There are so many talented, creative people in our beautiful gulf coast community and this is a way to shine a spotlight and share that excellence with the community-at-large. Lastly, remember to set your clocks on March 8 as we spring forward to welcome Daylight Savings Time! As always, with an open mind and heart, read on.
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on’t miss the 13th annual Indian Rocks Beach GREENFEST, taking place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on March 28, at 24th Avenue and 1st Street, Indian Rocks Beach (IRB). One of the largest community happenings in IRB, this special event celebrates eco-friendly products and services, featuring local artisans, businesses, service providers and nonprofits. There will be art, crafts, food, music and fun for the whole family. GREENFEST is sponsored by The Original Crabby Bills IRB; Country Day School; Plumlee Gulf Beach Realty; 18 On The Rocks; Tampa Bay newspapers; Pioneer Mortgage Funding; and Natural Awakenings Tampa Bay. For more information regarding this year’s IRB GREENFEST, visit the festival website at irbGreenfest. com. See ad page 7.
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r. Kelsey Jackson, RN, DC, DABCI, is the new owner and physician at Crossroads Chiropractic and Natural Medicine, a functional medicine and primary care clinic, in Safety Harbor. One of few in her field with a specialization as a chiropractor in internal disorders and postdoctoral degree in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic diseases, Dr. Jackson seeks out the root cause of any disease and addresses it by natural means through herbs, vitamins, nutrition and chiropractic care. She also serves as a natural primary care doctor emphasizing disease prevention through natural therapies and nutrition to achieve optimum health. Dr. Jackson began her career as a registered nurse, working with postopen-heart surgery patients in the hospital setting. Through this experience, she discovered her passion to find healing for patients suffering from chronic disease. What sets her medical care apart from almost all other functional medicine and primary care offices is her post-doctoral training—DABCI (Diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic Internists). This specialization affords her the skills to identify and treat primary problems causing any chronic disease, including Hashimoto’s, diabetes, osteoporosis and hormonal imbalances. Location: 801 2nd St. N., Ste. E, Safety Harbor. For more information and appointments, call 727-789-4020 and or visit CrossroadsNaturalMedicine.com. See ad page 49.
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he BodyManual supplement line was borne out of the discovery that most of the supplements available to consumers do not contain what they say they do. Far too many online and retail supplements are designed around marketing (profit) first, with little if any consideration as to the bio-availability and impact they truly have on the body. Dr. Eric Huntington, founder of BodyManual, addresses this issue by sparing no expense in producing superior products using top tier ingredients, ensuring bioavailability and superior product performance. The BodyManual product line consists of supplements shown, through research, to be the ideal in assisting the body’s own innate abilities to heal and grow, support health, longevity, the immune system, mental acuity and memory, as well as the digestive system. Chiropractor of the year in Maryland, in 2005, Dr. Huntington has delivered continuing education seminars for chiropractors and medical physicians and lectured to thousands of doctors nationwide on nutrition. To learn more about your body, view Dr. Huntington’s cuttingedge informational videos on Body Manual’s YouTube channel, Facebook and/or Instagram. Location: 601 Cleveland St., Ste. 390, Clearwater. For more information, call 727-441-3222 or visit the interactive website BodyManual.com. See ad page 21.
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sycho Gong Yoga is adding Breathwalk to their schedule beginning in March, to be held from 9 to 10 a.m., on Monday mornings. The four main benefits from Breathwalk are increased energy level, mood control, refined mental quality and feelings of connectedness. When you have these four things, you can become more vital, more emotionally and mentally flexible and more balanced under pressure. Breathwalk is a simple program wherein anyone who can walk can follow. It combines walking, breathing, Kundalini yoga postures and meditation. Each Breathwalk class will have five parts. The first part is a warm-up done in the studio. Next is the conscious alignment of body and mind in order to walk with good posture and focus. There will then be a walk for about 25 minutes. Psycho Gong Yoga is on the Pinellas Trail so the walk will be on the trail. While walking, breathing will be in specified patterns and in specified intervals. Upon return to the studio, there will be a cool down and stretch to integrate those senses and feelings created into the body. Location: 11561 Walsingham Rd., Ste. C, Largo. For more information, call 727-914-4900 and/or visit PsychoGongYoga. com. See ad page 38.
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Starving Cancer
Prevention & Treatment of Cancer by Les Cole, MD, ABAARM, ABIHM and Kathie Gonzales, ARNP, BC
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n February’s issue of Natural Awakenings, in the article Starving Cancer, we learned that cancer is made up of cancer daughter cells (CDCs) that grow rapidly and cancer stem cells (CSCs) that grow slowly. CSCs come first and determine how the CDCs and cancer will behave. Current treatment (chemotherapy) kills mainly fast growing CDCs but not the slow growing CSCs, which gives CSCs the time and stimulation to become resistant to chemotherapy, metastasize (spread) and become more aggressive. These mutated CSCs give rise to new CDCs that are resistant, metastatic and aggressive. So current treatment, if it doesn’t “cure you”, makes recurrences worse. Fortunately, it turns out CSCs and their CDCs behave much differently than your normal cells in two ways: their signaling molecules behave abnormally and they feed differently than your normal cells and we can take advantage of that. There are a tremendous number of supplements (S), foods (F) and repurposed medications (M) (i.e. older drugs for other conditions) that are highly effective against cancer’s abnormal signaling molecules and abnormal feeding behaviors, 16
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and they kill both CDCs and CSC, unlike chemotherapy, without damaging your normal cells! Let’s look at some of these abnormal pathways (signaling and feeding) and the treatments that work for each.
Abnormal Signal Pathways with their effective treatments: Wnt/b-catenin • Niclosamide – antiparasitic (M) • Dipyridamole – blood thinner (M) • Aspirin – (M) • Vitamin D3 (S&F) Notch • Niclosamide • Luteolin – (S&F) • Sulforaphane – (S&F) • Quercetin – (S&F) PPAR gamma • Berberine – (S&F) • Statins – cholesterol lowering (M)
Abnormal Feeding Pathways with their effective treatments: Gln+ OxPhos • Metformin – diabetes (M) • Berberine • Doxycycline – antibiotic (M) • Niclosamine
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These are just a few examples of the many ways we have at our fingertips to kill not just CDCs but CSCs, unlike chemotherapy and without the horrible side effects! You can see that many of the treatments do double duty, which allows us to pick the ones that target your cancer signaling and feeding pathways because different cancers have different pathways. We can target and individualize treatment. This treatment method works best if used along with standard current therapy, including surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. This combination prevents chemotherapy resistance, metastasis and increased aggressiveness because it kills CSCs, which chemotherapy alone doesn’t. In most cases, the amount of chemotherapy can be reduced (if your oncologist is on board) thus reducing side effects from both lower chemotherapy dosing and the protective action of the foods and supplements on your normal cells. We understand standard therapy isn’t for everybody, so if you just don’t want it, you can still get effective help for your cancer treatment. Another valuable use for this mode of treatment is cancer prevention. If you have a family history, a genetic predisposition, lived a life that increases cancer risk (smoking history, occupational risk, etc.) or you are just afraid of developing cancer, you may wish to utilize these treatments to prevent cancer. There is currently a blood test available for certain cancer risks that is very good and there are two more on the way. Attend an upcoming free seminar, Starving Cancer, presented by Dr. Les Cole, 6 p.m., March 24, at St. Petersburg Health & Wellness, 2100 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N, St. Petersburg. Seating is limited; RSVP 727202-6807 or visit StPeteHW.com. See ad right.
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Practice Yoga to Help the Brain It’s long been known that vigorous, sweaty aerobics strengthen the brain and help grow new neurons, but the latest research from the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign shows that practicing gentle hatha yoga enhances many of those same brain structures and functions. The analysis, published in Brain Plasticity, examined 11 studies that used brain-imaging techniques to evaluate outcomes of hatha yoga, which involves body movements, meditation and breathing exercises. The researchers concluded that the hippocampus, which is involved in memory processing and typically shrinks with age, increased in volume with yoga. The amygdala, which helps regulate emotions, tends to be larger in yoga practitioners. Other brain regions that are larger or more efficient in enthusiasts are the prefrontal cortex, essential to planning and decision-making; the default mode network, involved in planning and memory; and the cingulate cortex, which plays a key role in emotional regulation, learning and memory. 18
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Researchers from Beijing Geriatric Hospital, in a meta-analysis of 12 studies involving 47,523 patients with cardiovascular disease, found that those that supplemented with folic acid (vitamin B9) reduced their risk of stroke by 15 percent. Folic acid, which the study authors called a “safe and inexpensive therapy,” lowers levels of homocysteine, an amino acid linked to heart disease; research indicates that 0.5 to 5 milligrams daily can reduce homocysteine levels by approximately 25 percent.
Drinking either not enough or too much water can decrease cognitive performance in older women, Penn State University researchers reported in the European Journal of Nutrition. In a nationwide study, 1,271 women and 1,235 men over age 60 gave blood samples, answered questionnaires about the previous day’s food and drinks, and performed cognitive tests to measure working memory, brain processing speed and sustained attention. Women, but not men, performed more poorly if they were not in the “sweet spot” of just enough hydration, typically around two liters a day. “As we age, our water reserves decline due to reductions in muscle mass, our kidneys become less effective at retaining water and hormonal signals that trigger thirst and motivate water intake become blunted,” explains lead author Hilary Bethancourt, in urging greater attention to hydration levels.
Catch Some Rays to Boost Gut Health Fresh evidence is emerging of a skin-gut axis that links type B ultraviolet (UVB) exposure to the microbiome, a finding that has implications for those suffering from autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. University of British Columbia researchers divided 21 healthy young women into two groups: Nine took vitamin D supplements during Vancouver’s long, dark winter, and 12 didn’t. After three months, only the non-supplement-takers tested as being deficient in vitamin D. Both groups were exposed to three, one-minute, fullbody UVB light sessions; within a week, vitamin D levels increased 10 percent on average and the gut microbiota diversity of the low-D group rose to match that of the sufficient-D group. Along with other probiotic bacteria, Lachnospiraceae species, typically low in the guts of people with inflammatory diseases, increased with the UVB exposure.
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Try Vitamins and Garlic to Lower Gastric Cancer Risk
Cut Back on Sugar and Carbs to Improve Sleep Women that toss and turn at night might sleep better if they pass up sugary treats for fruit, suggests a new study from Columbia University. Examining records of nearly 50,000 postmenopausal women in the Women’s Health Initiative, researchers found those that consumed a diet high in refined carbohydrates—particularly added sugars and processed grains—were more likely to develop insomnia. Women with a diet that included higher amounts of vegetables, fiber and whole fruit (not juice) were less likely to have trouble sleeping. “When blood sugar is raised quickly, your body reacts by releasing insulin, and the resulting drop in blood sugar can lead to the release of hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which can interfere with sleep,” explains senior author James Gangwisch, Ph.D.
In a rural region of China where gastric cancer is common, researchers found in a two-decade study that two approaches—antibiotics and vitamin/mineral supplements— protected against it. Both methods, as well as a garlic supplement, significantly reduced death rates from the cancer. Peking University Cancer Hospital and Institute researchers enrolled 3,365 residents ages 35 to 64 from 13 villages with symptoms of H. pylori, a gut bacteria linked to increased risk of ulcers and cancer. Two weeks of conventional antibiotics treatment reduced the risk of gastric cancer over a 22-year period, and twice-daily supplements of 250 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C, 100 international units of vitamin E and 37.5 micrograms of selenium taken for seven years also reduced gastric cancer incidence. Garlic in the form of 400 mg aged garlic extract and one mg of steam-distilled garlic oil was given to a third group for seven years. All three treatments significantly slashed the gastric cancer fatality rate.
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Electric propulsion has long been a goal of aviation manufacturers to lessen the carbon footprint of air travel. On December 11, Vancouver, Canada-based Harbour Air launched the first successful test flight of an all-electric aircraft. Founder and CEO Greg McDougall piloted a 1956 de Havilland Beaver seaplane, rechristened the ePlane. Retrofitted with a 750-horsepower magni500 motor by MagniX, it took off from a dock on the Fraser River in Richmond, British Columbia, and flew for four minutes. The certification process will take one to two years. After that, the retrofits of the company’s existing fleet of small planes can begin. The challenge for airlines seeking to go green with large aircraft is that current technology leaves electric engines relatively weak for their weight and they have a short battery life, but these factors do not deter Harbour Air, which went carbon-neutral in 2007 and flies mostly short hops in the Northwest.
Tequila Waste Turned into Bio-Straws
Jose Cuervo, the bestselling tequila maker globally, has initiated an ecofriendly process of salvaging the leftover agave fibers from its distilling process and upcycling them into a more sustainable alternative to regular plastic straws. The biodegradable drinking straw will decompose up to 200 times faster than regular plastic. Made with an agave bio-based and U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved composite, the new straws replace about a third of the polymers used in traditional straw production, and at the end of its lifecycle a straw can be consumed by microorganisms to fully biodegrade within one to five years in landfill conditions. The company plans to distribute millions of the straws this year at bars, restaurants and Jose Cuervo events across the U.S. and Mexico. 20
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Sustainable Power With a Recreational Bonus
Copenhagen has dramatically refashioned the look and function of a power station with a new state-of-theart, waste-to-power plant that powers 200,000 homes and doubles—actually, sextuples—as a ski slope, a climbing wall, a viewing tower, a hiking and running trail network, and a bar and restaurant. Named Copenhill, “It is the cleanest waste-to-energy power plant in the world,” says architect Bjarke Ingels. “It is a crystal clear example of ‘Hedonistic Sustainability’ because a sustainable city is not only better for the environment, it is also more enjoyable for the lives of its citizens.” The building, 278 feet tall at its apex, has a glass elevator for viewing the inner workings of how the city’s trash is transformed into both Palau Bans Chemicals electricity and heating, as well to Save Reefs as the best view in town of the Palau is the first country in the harbor. It has three ski lifts that world to ban ecologically harmful serve a one-third-mile course sunscreens containing oxybencoated with a special “plastic zone and octinoxate. Studies have grass” that provides the perfound the ingredients cause coral fect friction for both skiing and DNA to mutate in the larval stage, snowboarding. It even features which prevents coral from growthe tallest climbing wall in the ing properly and makes it more world, designed with overhangs susceptible to bleaching. Palau, and ledges of white, like an icy with a population of about 20,000 mountain. Ingels says 97 perpeople spread across 340 islands cent of Copenhagen residents between Australia and Japan, is a get their heating as a byproduct diving hotspot for tourists, and one of energy production from an of its lagoons has been named an integrated system in which the official UNESCO World Heritage electricity, heating and waste Site. President Tommy Remengesau disposal are combined into a says, “We have to live and respect single process. Copenhagen the environment, because the has a goal of becoming the environment is the nest of life.” world’s first carbon-neutral city by 2025.
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Smells of Nature Lower Physiological Stress
In a virtual reality experiment, people recovered faster from a small electric shock when they smelled a mix of natural scents in a forest scene or grass in a park scene than when they smelled diesel or tar in an urban setting. Researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences hypothesized that natural environments would reduce stress faster than a non-natural one. After administering the small shock to induce stress, they tracked how quickly participants’ skin conductance levels rose and fell in each of the three environments. The pleasant natural scents were the strongest predictor of reduced stress, both during the initial shock response and in recovery, suggesting that odor might have a much more profound effect on reducing stress than sights and sounds.
ICON, an Austin-based startup, built the first permitted 3D-printed house in the U.S. in its hometown in 2018. Since then, the company has built a small neighborhood in Mexico and launched its Vulcan II printer, which can produce houses measuring up to 2,000 square feet. San Francisco-based Apis Cor is another company in the 3D-printing space: It has just completed a twostory, 6,900-square-foot building in Dubai and it plans to build a demonstration house in Santa Barbara, California, this year. Another tech startup, Haus.me, has opened an assembly plant in Reno, where it plans to ship its first off-the-grid models to buyers in Nevada, California and Arizona. In the Netherlands, a consortium of companies has set up a factory with 3D-printing machines that use concrete; it plans to supply materials for five homes to be built in the city of Eindhoven. The upside of using 3D-printing techniques for building houses include lower cost, less waste and reduced construction time—six weeks versus six months. Current barriers include a lack of regulation and building codes, and a limit on the types of materials that can be used. The process is limited largely to plastics and concrete, and homes requiring wood or steel still need to use traditional methods.
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Eating Greener
Tips for Plant-Based Living Eating more fruits and vegetables as part of a plant-based diet is catching on. In 2019, more than one third of Americans said they plan to incorporate more plant-based foods into their diets to achieve their wellness resolutions, according to data company YouGov. For those new to “green eating”—and even for veggie-minded veterans—lots of helpful information is available now on what to consider in buying, preparing, re-using and discarding food. The Environmental Working Group’s website at ewg.org/foodnews makes it easy to research pesticide levels in produce. Check out the Clean Fifteen and Dirty Dozen—the most toxin-free and toxin-heavy fruits and vegetables—along with related news and developments. Home deliveries of local and organic produce can save time and gas consumption from shopping. Some of the leading regional services include Fresh Direct (FreshDirect. com), Sun Basket (SunBasket.com), Green Bean Delivery (GreenBeanDelivery.com), Irv & Shelly’s Fresh Picks (FreshPicks.com) and Territory Foods (TerritoryFoods.com). Composting combines food scraps with lawn and garden trimmings and more into a nutrient-rich, natural garden fertilizer. A useful guide to composting basics by the Environmental Protection Agency can be found at epa. gov/recycle/composting-home. The phenomenon of food scrapping—using the parts of produce in recipes that are often thrown out—saves money in shopping, is easier on the environment and pleasingly leads to creative and innovative meals. A number of cookbooks are dedicated to the subject, including Cooking With Scraps: Turn Your Peels, Cores, Rinds, and Stems into Delicious Meals, by Lindsay-Jean Hard and Scraps, Peels, and Stems: Recipes and Tips for Rethinking Food Waste at Home, by Jill Lightner. Plant-based foods can be swapped for traditional ingredients in countless recipes. MotherEarthLiving.com explains how aquafaba—the water from a can of beans— can replace egg whites, even in meringues. Bananas, applesauce and ground flaxseeds or chia seeds can substitute for eggs to bind baked goods. Coconut oil can replace butter and nutritional yeast can do the job of parmesan when sprinkled on pasta.
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Owner Develops Alternative to Chemical Pain Relief
t is common for people to suffer from aches and pains. This is what prompted Ronda Musca to open Stretch Rx, a wellness center in Palm Harbor that offers therapeutic stretching, exercise, massage therapy, reflexology and ionic foot baths. What she didn’t anticipate was the lack of effective, natural pain relief products for her clients. To that end and after testing the numerous products available on the market, Musca found that no single one delivered the results her clients’ needed. The next logical step forward was to create a product specifically designed to address the needs of Stretch Rx’s clients while still upholding the rigorous standards on which the company was founded. After months of formulation and field-testing, the Joint Jam® line of CBD products was born. Their flagship product, Joint Jam®, contains 500mg of CBD, healing arnica, cooling menthol, organic essential oils and pure carrier oils to nourish the skin. The staff knew that their formula was excellent for pain relief, however, they were amazed at the unforeseen benefits that were reported while field testing it. One client applied the salve to chronic body sores. A few days later, there was a noticeable reduction in pain, redness and inflammation. A few weeks later, the sores began to heal. Other clients experienced a marked reduction in chronic eczema that was previously unresponsive to prescription medications. 24
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The menthol in Joint Jam® is a key ingredient in relieving joint and muscle soreness, but the staff identified a need for a salve containing all the healing properties of Joint Jam® but without the menthol, to be used for the face and other sensitive areas. In response to this, Joint Jam® launched their next product, Spa Jam® CBD recovery salve and the list of reported benefits grows. The success of Joint Jam® CBD salve and Spa Jam® CBD recovery salve prompted
“...Joint Jam®, contains 500mg of CBD, healing arnica, cooling menthol, organic essential oils and pure carrier oils to nourish the skin.”
Musca to further create two additional products designed to relax and heal. Salt Buzz® salt soak combines the restoring properties of Epsom salts with the benefits of CBD. Bubble Buzz® bubble bath gives one the opportunity to relax and unwind in a luxurious CBD infused bubble bath. The staff favorite bubble bath recipe is one small scoop of Salt Buzz® salt soak and a capful of Bubble Buzz® bubble bath. Epsom and CBD provide relief for sore muscles and bubbles carry away the stress of the day. Some people are concerned that CBD will produce a high similar to marijuana. Rest assured, Joint Jam® products will not have this effect. All products are produced from the hemp plant and contain less than .3 percent THC as mandated by Florida law. For those looking for great hostess or bridal gifts, Joint Jam® products are an excellent choice. Bubble Buzz®, Salt Buzz® and Joint Jam® are great gifts on the go. If you are interested in purchasing Joint Jam products, visit JointJamCBD.com or call 727-386-5987. Visit them on Facebook at Facebook.com/jointjamproducts/ or Instagram at Instagram.com/joint_jam_cbd/. See ad page right.
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It’s not a diet or a fad; it’s a way of life.
THE ROOTS OF GOOD HEALTH Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet by April Thompson
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hether identifying as vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, flexitarian or other veggie-friendly variant, a growing number of Americans are moving away from meat products and toward plant-rich foods. Most come to a plant-based diet for personal, planetary or animal welfare reasons; however, they stay for the flavorful foods they discover along their dietary journey and the health benefits they reap. Marly McMillen-Beelman was prescribed medications to alleviate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. “I knew I didn’t want to be on prescriptions, so I decided to change my diet, beginning by giving up meat, dairy and eggs. I immediately felt much better and my symptoms went away naturally,” says the Kansas 26
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City, Missouri, author of The Everything Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook and founder of Chopped Academy, an online resource for food bloggers. “Now I eat an even greater variety of food than I did before I went vegan.” While only 3 percent of Americans identified as vegan and 5 percent as vegetarian in a recent Gallup Poll, a 2018 report by restaurant consultants Baum + Whiteman indicates that about 83 percent are eating more plant-based foods. Embarking on a plant-based diet is a lifelong adventure, but it can take time to adjust. Experts recommend a healthy dose of self-love with the newfound fondness for fruits and veggies. “Give yourself some slack and realize that dietary changes do not happen overnight,” says NATampa.com
April Murray, a registered dietician in Costa Mesa, California. “Start with familiar plant-based foods you already enjoy, and ease into trying new foods, whether tempeh or lentils.” A plant-oriented diet also can be flexible; health advocates encourage individuals to find a diet that works for them and their families. Leah Webb, the Asheville, North Carolina, author of Simple and Delicious Recipes for Cooking with Whole Foods on a Restrictive Diet, has adapted her diet over time to accommodate her family’s health needs. Although Webb has always maintained a plant-rich diet, she began incorporating some animal products when her son was born. “He had severe food allergies and asthma, and needed a more diverse
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diet,” explains Webb, whose daughter also has cystic fibrosis. Cutting out grains was a game-changer in “calming down his gut, where most of immune response lies,” says Webb. “He is now off asthma medication and the number of allergens he suffers from has dropped from seven to two.” Webb’s family eats bountifully from their backyard garden, complemented by meat and produce from local farmers’ markets, where she can be certain the foods were produced sustainably and humanely. “I use meat to flavor soups or accent vegetables, rather than as the star of the show. I like to focus on real flavors, using lots of garlic, herbs and spices,” says Webb. Murray, author of The Everything Pegan Diet Cookbook: 300 Recipes for Starting—and Maintaining—the Pegan Diet, follows that diet, a mash-up of paleo and vegan regimens that focuses on whole, fresh and sustainable food high in healthy fats and vitamins. The Pegan diet eschews refined sugar and highly processed foods, while allowing meat, poultry, fish and eggs, as well as gluten-free grains, legumes and dairy products in small amounts. “This diet can be helpful to different people in so many ways,” says Murray. “For people with diabetes and blood sugar dysregulation, this high-fiber diet can
Start with familiar plant-based foods you already enjoy, and ease into trying new foods, whether tempeh or lentils. ~April Murray help lower blood sugar and insulin levels. Heart health will improve, as you’ll be eating less animal products, which can be high in cholesterol and saturated fat. Many individuals also find themselves losing unwanted weight as they get filled up so quickly with these whole foods.”
Plant-Based Nutrition Made Easy
While some worry about getting sufficient nutrients on a largely plant-based diet, nutrition experts say these fears are unfounded. “People think they need to calculate every nutrient, but if you eat a plant-centered, whole-foods diet, you will get every vitamin and mineral you need to thrive,” says Ocean Robbins, co-founder of the Food Revolution Network and author of The 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your Body, Feel Great, and Transform Your World. Legumes, nuts and seeds are all healthy, abundant sources of protein and iron.
Reed Mangels, author of Your Complete Vegan Pregnancy: Your All-in-One Guide to a Healthy, Holistic, Plant-Based Pregnancy, busts the myth that cow’s milk is a must for growing bones. “Calcium, vitamin D and protein are the nutrients we usually associate with bone health. One easy way to get all three is a soy-based or pea protein-based plant milk that is fortified with calcium and vitamin D,” says Mangels, adding that green vegetables like kale, bok choy, collards and broccoli are great sources of calcium. “‘Eating the rainbow’ is great way to make sure you’re consuming a variety of nutrients,” offers London-based Ben Pook, who co-authored the cookbook So Vegan in 5 with his partner Roxy Pope. “Many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants bring their own distinctive colors to fruits and vegetables, so preparing colorful meals is a simple way of getting as many nutrients into your diet as possible.”
Getting Social
Dietary changes can be challenging to navigate initially, particularly when faced with social situations ranging from family gatherings to cohabitation. Having a good plan going into such situations can help ease the transition, say experts. “Never show up to an event hungry. You will be more likely to make a good decision if you
Plant-Based Primer
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avigating the lexicon of plant-based diets can be tricky, and choosing a diet even trickier. Here’s a brief guide to some of the commonly used terms. Flexitarians eat a mainly vegetarian diet, but will consume meat on occasion. Pegans (a term coined by Dr. Mark Hyman, who follows the diet) focus on eating vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, meat, fish and eggs, while avoiding dairy, grains, legumes, sugar and processed foods. Pescatarians like radio host Howard Stern eat fish, seafood and other forms of animal products such as dairy, but don’t eat other forms of meat such as chicken, beef or pork.
Plant-based diets, followed by celebrities like Ben Stiller, consist mostly or entirely of foods derived from plants, including vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds, legumes and fruits, with few or no animal products. Vegans don’t consume any animal products, including eggs, dairy, honey or gelatin. Famous vegans include Ellen DeGeneres, Betty White, Beyonce, Bill Clinton, Madonna and Venus Williams. Vegetarians refrain from meat and seafood, but will consume dairy or other animal byproducts such as honey. Well-known vegetarians include Albert Einstein, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Doris Day, Jane Goodall, Kristen Wiig and Prince. March 2020
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are nourished. On the way there, remind yourself why you are making the transition to plant-based eating,” suggests Murray. “I call myself a secular vegan because I don’t have a dogmatic approach to the way I eat. If I go to a family dinner and someone has made something special for me, but they used a non-vegan cheese, I will respect my family member’s effort and eat some of it. These situations will pop up from time to time, and the more you can be compassionate with yourself, the better,” says McMillen-Beelman. “If you are living with people who are not joining you in making a dietary shift, agree to respect each other’s choices. Make it a shared learning journey rather than a power struggle,” says Robbins. For example, he suggests making a vegetarian base and allowing those that want animal products to add them as toppings. A burrito bar can accommodate all diets by allowing people to add their own fixings to a base of beans and tortillas, whether those be dairy options like cheese and sour cream or veganfriendly guacamole and salsa. For families with kids, being flexible and inclusive can help make changes feel more positive and sustainable. “We never eat processed foods at home, but parties are that time I tell my kids they can eat
I call myself a secular vegan because I don’t have a dogmatic approach to the way I eat. ~Marly McMillen-Beelman whatever they want,” says Webb. “Get your children involved, so that they are more engaged in the eating experience. Let your children pick out recipes or snacks for the week. Make the food look pretty and it will taste more satisfying,” adds Murray.
Plant Prep Made Easy
Plant-based chefs have plenty of kitchen hacks for making food prep and planning fun and easy. Robbins suggests finding go-to recipes to put on repeat. “Your prep time goes down a lot as you make the same dish, and the familiarity will help you develop lasting habits around new food patterns,” he says. Webb incorporates a healthy protein, fat and vegetable into every meal, even breakfast, but cooks in batches and freezes portions or repurposes leftovers to simplify mealtimes. “You’ll get burned out if you try to cook something from scratch every meal,” says Webb. “We eat a lot of eggs
because we raise chickens, so I’ll do baked frittatas I can reheat during the week.” Advance meal prep can take the pressure off busy times like the weekday breakfast rush, adds Robbins. One of his favorite breakfasts involves soaking oats and chia seeds overnight, which he tops in the morning with some unsweetened soy or coconut milk, chopped banana, frozen blueberries, and a dash of maple syrup, vanilla and nutmeg. “It’s full of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, antioxidants and phytonutrients,” he says. Webb encourages people to get out of their food comfort zones by experimenting with approximate ingredients, like swapping kabocha or honeynut squash for butternut squash. Robbins also suggests making social connections with others on the same path by cooking them a meal, organizing a meal swap or sharing extras. “It’s not a diet or a fad; it’s a way of life. Start where you are and remember it’s not about perfection, it’s about progress. Have love, dignity and compassion toward yourself and others along the journey,” he says. April Thompson is a freelance writer based in Washington, D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.
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any new regimens begin with gusto, only to be abandoned because old diets die hard. Here are some expert tips for eating well over the long haul. “Find plant-based options at your favorite restaurants, and be open to new flavors. I promise you, your taste buds will change,” says April Murray, dietician and author of The Everything Pegan Diet Cookbook. To keep the momentum and inspiration going, follow plant-based chefs on social media, she adds. When switching to a plant-based diet, some miss the rich, fatty flavors found in meat, says Ben Pook, co-author of So Vegan in 5. “The trick we found is using ingredients rich in umami, which is a flavor commonly found in meat. One
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of our favorites is miso paste (fermented soybeans), which has an intense savory taste. We often add it to stews, pies and even pastas to deliver more depth of flavor. Soy sauce and porcini mushrooms are also a great substitute.” “Sustainable change doesn’t happen overnight. If not sure what to cook, start with one big salad a week. When you get the hang of that, add in something else, like prepping snacks from scratch. Small things add up over time,” says Leah Webb, author of The Grain-Free, Sugar-Free, Dairy-Free Family Cookbook. “Seek out loved ones who share your food values and nurture those relationships. You might be surprised how many people around you are also quietly trying NATampa.com
to achieve similar goals,” says Ocean Robbins, founder of the Food Revolution Network. “We put a lot of pressure on ourselves when we first switched to a plantbased diet. Shopping for vegan food and eating out at restaurants felt very overwhelming, and we found ourselves spending hours checking food labels. We’ve come to realize that veganism isn’t black or white and encourage others not to worry about making mistakes along the way,” shares Pook. If we can’t resist temptation on occasion, that’s okay too, Murray says. “That one unhealthy meal won’t undo all the hard work you’ve put in. Get right back on track the next morning. Positivity is key.”
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LIVING IN SYNCHRONICITY
The Power of Meaningful Coincidence
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by Meg Lundstrom
hen we have an inner need that converges with an outside event, it is a meaningful coincidence known as synchronicity, and it happens to us all. It can be simple, like a playful sprite: recurring numbers or dates, all the lights turning green as we race to meet an appointment or a call from a faraway friend just when we want to talk to them. Or it can be profound: a chance meeting with an employer looking for exactly our skills, unexpected money appearing when we’re in a pinch, a timely rescue or our grandmother’s favorite, obscure song coming on the radio or app just as we’re feeling teary-eyed on the anniversary of her death. Whether they are lighthearted or life-changing, synchronicities link us to an underlying order in the universe that is profoundly reassuring. They open us to mystery and delight. They give us a sense of being taken care of. They nudge us to grow in scary, but life-affirming directions. They awaken a sense of awe, which studies have shown to be the emotion most likely to make us reach out generously to others—and that evokes even more synchronicity. And they can make daily life a lark. By its very nature, we can’t create synchronicity, but we can live life in a way that encourages it to show up. The more
engaged we are spiritually—whether that means prayer, meditation, walking in nature or loving others deeply—the more likely synchronicity is. Being open, self-
honest, courageous, engaged, grateful and fully present summons it, which is where therapy, yoga and bodywork can be useful. But we don’t have to be saintly or enlightened; synchronicity is there for us all. It is simply the way the Universe works. The first step is to notice synchronicity when it occurs, and honor it. As with humans, when we give it our attention and say thank you, it makes it more likely to show up in our life again. At some point as our trust builds, synchronicity becomes simply the way our life works. Things show up as we need them and we are in the right place at the right time. Even when occurrences seemingly go awry, we glimpse an underlying order that gives us strength and purpose. Life becomes a steady stream of meaningfulness and inner and outer exploration. We find ourselves living in flow, attuned to life’s deepest currents and awash in deep gratitude. Meg Lundstrom is the co-author with Charlene Belitz of The Power of Flow: Practical Ways to Transform Your Life with Meaningful Coincidence. Connect at FlowPower.com.
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You Can Teach an Old Dog New Tricks by John D. Young, MD
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t is always fun to read how drug companies make a new drug, get it approved for treatment for a condition like pulmonary hypertension, and then after it has been on the market for a while, you find out it causes erection in the penis, meaning it treats erectile dysfunction. This is called an off-label use of a drug. Here, I am speaking of Viagra. There is another well-known drug advertised on TV that treats certain autoimmune conditions. By accident, a group of doctors discovered that if they gave the drug in a very unique manner, it could reverse the physical problems of a stroke such as blindness, dementia, inability to walk and neuropathy. In the treatment of Parkinson’s, it can give a sense of balance and mental clarity. In certain genetic diseases like Down syndrome, it can make the mind work faster, causing increased alertness, improved speech and better retention of information. My daughter Katherine is 9-years-old and was born with Down syndrome. We have really worked to help her be healthy and look for ways to raise her mental abilities. The health aspect has been easy. One thing we did was raise her vitamin D level over 100 and she has never been so healthy; we have not needed to give her antibiotics for an illness since raising her vitamin D. It should be noted that some providers believe vitamin D levels over 100 are toxic. This is a myth, per the physician’s 30
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head of the presidential commission on vitamin D. Improving my daughter’s mental abilities has been more difficult. I was reading recently about a certain biological drug, if given in a very unique way, it stops inflammation within minutes and seems to last from months to years. The drug is usually only given once or twice. Looking at the side effects, the only thing we could find negative was with its long-term use, nothing about one or two doses. It’s kind of like taking a steroid such as prednisone— taken for three to five days to calm a rash is not a problem—but taking it for years, every day, can cause tremendous weight gain and push a patient into diabetes. So, we gave my daughter this biological drug. That evening, she used words we never knew were in her vocabulary and she showed abstract thinking. It has been three months since her treatment and every day we see changes in her mentally. People have also noticed a change. I had a patient who was abusing drugs. In communicating, he was very slow in his ability to talk and think. Knowing this drug had been shown to make a difference in dementia, I treated him. He told me, after a few minutes, his brain felt on fire. His speech sped up. His wife said he was talking very fast but making complete sense. It has been nearly four months now and he says he has never had more mental clarity in his life. This drug NATampa.com
It is exciting to see and learn about drugs which we have known and been using for years for certain purposes, and by knowing the drug’s properties, deducing ways to now use the drug for other disease conditions. has made big differences in stroke patients within minutes to hours. A gentleman had a stroke two years ago and could not walk because of severe numbness in his right leg and on the right side of his body, and could barely make a fist. An hour after receiving treatment, he was able to walk and began to move his hand. It is exciting to see and learn about drugs which we have known and been using for years for certain purposes, and by knowing the drug’s properties, deducing ways to now use the drug for other disease conditions. If you are interested in learning more and if you are a candidate, call to schedule a consultation. John D. Young, MD has been treating patients at Young Foundational Health Center since he opened the private practice in 2005. As the author of Beyond Treatment and creator of Young Health Products, he continues to treat patients with the motto: “Treat the cell, heal the body.” He is the innovator for human umbilical cord stem cells and has trained doctors worldwide on its effectiveness. Dr. Young is sought because of his out-of-the-box thinking in conjunction with integrative and natural medicine. Young Foundational Health Center is located at 7241 Bryan Dairy Rd., Largo. To schedule an appointment, call 727-5454600. Most major medical insurances accepted. For more information, visit YoungFoundationalHealth.com. See ad right.
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VEGAN FITNESS A Healthy Choice for Body and Planet
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ennis champion Venus Williams and New England Patriots star quarterback Tom Brady are among the athletes that opt for healthy, plantdominant diets to reach their personal best, a trend that belies some misconceptions about what it means to be vegan. “Going vegan implies a larger, lifestyle choice based on personal ethics, but athletes report that they just feel better,” says Brenda Carey, editor-in-chief of Vegan Health and Fitness Magazine. “They’re also surprised at how well they put on muscle after making this dietary change.” A balanced vegan diet can provide everything an active body needs for muscle mass, stamina and recovery while lowering the risk of heart disease. A 2018 metaanalysis of 40 studies published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS One concludes that a plant-powered diet fosters a healthier cardio-metabolic profile. According to Dutch researchers, amping up nutrition from plants may also lower the risk of insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes. Devotees report unexpected perks. “I recover faster. I also have more natural energy without the need for caffeine and reduced inflammation, as confirmed in blood tests,” says Matt Tullman, manag-
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ing partner of the community-building website NoMeatAthlete.com and CEO of vegan supplement maker Complement, in Boulder, Colorado.
Nutritional Superpowers
Bolstering the diet with foods like quinoa, chia seeds, nut butters and vegan energy powders, as well as combining foods for a more complete protein profile, is important. For example, pairing whole-grain rice with beans makes a complete protein, says Stefanie Moir, international vegan fitness coach and founder of VeganAesthetics.co.uk, in Glasgow, Scotland. “Eating a wide variety of foods across the plant kingdom ensures that you reach your fitness goals,” says Moir, who trains six days a week and opts for a breakfast of oats with nut butter and chia seeds. “If you want a ‘superfood’ component, you can add cacao powder for antioxidants and a great chocolate taste.” Tullman acknowledges that there are some exceptions to protein requirements— especially for the elderly, individuals with certain chronic diseases and pregnant women—but he notes that daily protein needs are less than we’ve been conditioned to believe. “If you track your macronutri-
ents through a day, you’ll find that you’re getting adequate protein.” Professional bodybuilder Torre Washington, in Tamarac, Florida, keeps it simple. “We’re all unique individuals, so it’s up to each person to test things without fear of lack.” The National Academy of Sports Medicine-certified coach loves antioxidantrich blueberries, filling apples and potassium-packed bananas, and tends to choose calorically lower, nutritionally dense foods during periods that he’s competing. Carey suggests vegan meal delivery services as an option and vegan-friendly restaurants in a pinch, but attests to an easy system of meal prep for consistency. “Some people like to meal prep one day a week— cooking brown rice, quinoa and chopping
veggies. This way, you can just throw it together when it’s time to eat,” she says. “You can also eat more simply and throw a bunch of yummy fruits or veggies into the blender for smoothies or soups.” For added fortification, some experts recommend supplementing with vegan sources of vitamin B12, especially for active women in their child-bearing years and older individuals, because B12 absorption is compromised as we age. Adding a vegan source of vitamin D is also a wise choice if exposure to natural sunlight is not adequate.
The Big Picture
For the vegan athlete, workout gear that doesn’t contain wool or leather is the way to go. “Making conscious choices expands
beyond your plate, and a lot of brands have vegan-friendly shoes,” says Moir. “The difference between ‘plant-based’ and ‘vegan’ has to do with ethical motivations and treatment of animals,” says Tullman. “Natural fibers such as cotton and synthetic fabrics like polyester are fine.” The path of vegan fitness can not only offer health benefits, but also a personal connection to the Earth. “It’s given me an opportunity to share my journey with others and to allow them to reach their own specific goals,” says Washington. “Mentally, it’s given me more depth of thought and spiritually connected me with the ‘YOUniverse’ as a whole.” Marlaina Donato is the author of several books and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.
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COLD-BUSTERS by Ronica O’Hara
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arch brings the first whiffs of fragrant spring air, along with a heightened chance of runny noses, coughs, sore throats and congestion in youngsters. The spring and fall months are the most likely times to catch a cold because seasonal allergens inflame nostrils, making it easier for cold viruses to have their way. Although many worried parents reach for cold and cough medicines, antihistamines or even antibiotics, there is little evidence that these ease symptoms or hasten recovery, and they may even cause harm, according to reports from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). The AAP suggests some natural approaches for symptoms, including sponging for fevers as well as hydration, honey and chest rubs. A metastudy published in American Family Physician in 2012 found that treatment with buckwheat honey, Umcka ColdCare, nasal saline irrigation, a vapor rub or zinc sulfate “may decrease cold symptoms in children.” Here are those and some other natural strategies:
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Hydration to flush out germs: “If your child doesn’t like
drinking water, add a spritz of lemon, ginger, crushed berries or fruit juice to give it some flavor,” advises Heather Tynan, ND, of Evergreen Naturopathic, in San Diego. A
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child can also drink coconut water or suck on frozen berries or popsicles.
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Honey for sleeplessness and coughs: Honey can kill
both viruses and bacteria, and in a Pennsylvania State University study, a bedtime teaspoon of buckwheat honey beat out dextromethorphan, a cough suppressant used in over-the-counter cold and cough medicines, in helping kids sleep better and cough less. (But don’t give honey to a kid under age 1 because of the risk of botulism.)
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child’s congestion, but choose natural ingredients like aloe, eucalyptus, lavender and rosemary; that’s a safer bet than the standard mentholated products which can cause breathing problems in toddlers. Natural alternatives are sold at health food stores, and a do-it-yourself version can be made simply by mixing together one cup of coconut oil, 20 drops of eucalyptus oil and 10 drops of peppermint oil.
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Essential oils to fight infection: A combination of five
essential oils—clove, lemon, cinnamon bark, eucalyptus and rosemary, commonly known as four thieves—has antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral and immune-
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stimulating properties, says Tynan. “Diffuse it in your child’s room, or dilute well (about one to two drops per five milliliters of carrier oil) and apply under their nose, behind their ears and on the back of their neck, on their chest and on the soles of their feet.”
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Saltwater gargle for a sore throat: As soon as anyone
in her family shows signs of getting sick, they begin gargling with salt water, says Tangela Walker-Craft, a mother and former teacher in Lakeland, Florida. “Saltwater loosens mucus and flushes bacteria out of the throat. It will also help to reduce swelling,” she says.
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Elderberry or Umcka to ease symptoms: A recent
meta-analysis in Complementary Therapies in Medicine concluded that elderberry syrup (in stores as Sambucol) reduces the duration and severity of cold and flu symptoms. “The syrup is sweet and delicious, so typically very easy to get children to take,” says naturopathic doctor Kiera Smialek, of Scottsdale, Arizona. Umcka ColdCare, based on the South African geranium, halved cold symptoms in five days compared to a placebo in a University of Chicago study.
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Zinc sulfate to shorten a cold: If taken within the first
24 hours of symptoms, zinc sulfate tablets or syrup can reduce colds by a day or more, studies suggest.
Warming socks to boost immunity: This odd-sounding
strategy “increases circulation, decreases chest congestion and increases the activity of the immune system,” says Smialek. Soak a pair of cotton socks in ice cold water. Wring them out and place them on the child’s feet. Cover them with thick dry socks, ideally wool. Keep them on overnight. In the morning, the wet, cotton socks will be dry. “Remember, the best remedies for cold and flu are rest and time,” says Tynan. In the meantime, though, steps like these “can help you kick it much faster and reduce some symptoms while you’re doing so.” Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com. March 2020
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HEMP GETS HOT Meet the Hardest Working Plant on the Planet
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The stems undergo decorticrop that was illegal in Right now, it’s cation to separate the long outU.S. soil for more than the Wild West er fibers (bast) from the short half a century is now of agriculture. inner fibers (hurd). Hemp reaching for the sun. Industrial hemp, the low- or no-THC ~Dustin Enge hurd makes extremely durable hempcrete for construction, cousin to marijuana, has created absorbent and dust-free animal bedding or high hopes among farmers, agricultural repellets for heating stoves. An exponential searchers, manufacturers and consumers. By 2019, America had become the world’s third- rise in the use of hemp is expected because it can replace products made from paper, largest producer, behind Canada and China, wood, plastic, cotton and fossil fuels. where it’s been cultivated for 8,500 years. “Hemp fiber is going to dominate the “It’s the fastest-growing ag industry market once we get to the full manufacturthat we’ve ever seen,” says Tara Valentine, ing potential,” says Erica Stark, executive hemp specialist at the Rodale Institute, director of the National Hemp Association, in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. Since hemp’s in Washington, D.C. inclusion in the 2018 Farm Bill, Rodale’s The first introductions consumers can hemp web page hits have grown 10-fold. expect include hemp paper products, such as plates and toilet paper, and biodegradBetter Products able hemp bioplastics like cutlery and cups. All parts of the hemp plant are useful in Construction materials and other products multiple ways, and hemp has applications are expected to quickly follow. in textiles, construction, bioremediation, technology, nutrition and health, including cannabidiol (CBD). The seeds are rich in protein, essential fatty acids and vitamins. They can be eaten, ground into flour or pressed for oil that is used for cooking or in body care products.
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Environmentally Friendly The Institute of Papermaking and Printing, at the Technical University of Lodz, Poland, did a 2015 study comparing making paper from wood to making it from hemp.
Among the findings: hemp takes four months to It’s the fastest growing usually have return value, hemp provides grow, while trees need 20 to 80 years. An acre of ag industry that we’ve additional revenue streams. But the revenue hemp can produce four or more times as much isn’t quite there yet, because the supply chain ever seen. paper as an acre of trees. Hemp paper doesn’t isn’t complete. Seed supply, farm equipment, need toxic bleaching and can be recycled twice as education, processing facilities and manufac~Tara Valentine many times. Other studies concur. turers are all links that are developing simul Paper without deforestation would be a major benefit, but taneously. “Fiber processing facilities will be available soon. it’s a minor job on hemp’s profound résumé. “Hemp needs to be Manufacturers are anxious to start incorporating hemp,” a part of every climate change conversation, not only because it says Stark. sequesters huge amounts of carbon during cultivation, but also The lack of buyers isn’t deterring farmers. Neither are because construction products made out of hemp will continue to warnings that current harvesting equipment can spark disaster sequester carbon for up to 100 years,” says Stark. when hemp fiber wraps around rotating parts, heats up Hemp could also help save the depleted soil on U.S. farmland and combusts. that has been destroyed by tilling and synthetic fertilizers. “We Dustin Enge, a third-generation farmer in Prairie du Sac, have to rebuild the soil by putting carbon back in and increasing Wisconsin, started Honey Creek Hemp in 2017. He planted six organic matter,” says Valentine. Hemp does this with a massive acres of hemp. “I think it’s a long-term viable commodity for root biomass that breaks up compacted soils, improves water farmers. Right now, it’s the Wild West of agriculture. Everyone is infiltration and reduces runoff and erosion. trying different things,” says Enge, who modified a harvester for Fast-growing hemp naturally suppresses weeds, needs no hemp. “I spent about two hours harvesting and 20 hours torchpesticides and isn’t picky about soil, water or latitude. By coming the fiber off my equipment.” Even so, he will plant more acres parison, cotton is water-intensive and uses 25 percent of the when he knows it will sell. world’s pesticides. Behold the sprouting of the hemp industry as an ancient plant takes root in the modern world.
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Used in crop rotation, hemp’s soil-enhancing qualities can increase profits on subsequent crops. While cover crops don’t
Julie Peterson writes from rural Wisconsin and can be reached at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.
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CBD’s New Frontier Help for Mental Health by Julie Marshall
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hen Kaye Her- It’s really important ing to anxiety, depression bert’s husband for people to know and stress as the top three brought home applications. their options and a free sample of cannabiHowever, as an unregto keep looking for diol (CBD) oil, she didn’t ulated supplement, CBD hesitate to give it a try. what works for them. presents a challenge for Having heard about its consumers in its ubiquity ~Peter Bongiorno calming effects, she gave from CBD-infused pillows CBD to her three sons, to gummies, soaps and whose attention deficit hyperactivity dis- even pet food. Discerning purity, dosage order made home-schooling difficult due and safety are real concerns for those that to frequent tantrums and lack of focus. “I may grab any bottle off the shelf. didn’t expect CBD to be miraculous, but Consumers must become well inI was surprised that my kids’ frustrations formed, especially when replacing mediwere greatly reduced,” says the Austin, cations for serious disorders, experts say. Texas, mom. “We weren’t seeing the But for anxiety and emotional well-being, severity of meltdowns.” CBD is largely heralded as a safe and The use of CBD in tinctures, capnatural choice by providers well-versed sules and lotions has grown exponenin CBD, such as Peter Bongiorno, past tially, along with the science to prove its president of the New York Association of efficacy in remediating physical pain. Naturopathic Physicians. “It’s really imNewer, but equally as robust, is the viportant for people to know their options ability of CBD as a remedy for mental and to keep looking for what works for health-related issues, experts say, pointthem,” he says.
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CBD, a compound extracted from the hemp plant, is appealing because it can raise the level of cannabinoids—feel-good molecules naturally created within the human body. “When we can’t sleep or are stressed out, cannabinoid levels go way down,” Bongiorno says. While prescription drugs overwhelm the body with adverse side effects, CBD can healthfully bring back balance. But CBD won’t trigger an altered state because there is little to no tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive chemical in marijuana that produces a high, he says, adding that he starts patients at a low daily dose of 25 milligrams. It’s important to talk with a physician about drug interactions, Bongiorno says. For instance, CBD can increase levels of blood-thinning medications, according to a 2017 study published in Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports. CBD can possibly treat a wide range of conditions, from fear of public speaking to bipolar and post-traumatic stress disorders, but more research is needed, experts say. A 2018 clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry suggests CBD offers potential in treating psychosis. More recently, researchers in a 2019 case study of 27 patients published by the Permanente Journal concluded, “Cannabidiol may hold benefit for anxiety-related disorders.”
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The most important step consumers can take to find a safe, quality product is to know where their CBD comes from, experts say. Lara Miller is an organic farmer
in Lafayette, Colorado, who in 2017 dedicated a parcel of her two-acre farm to growing hemp for her business, North Field Farmacy. “I added in hemp because it is a dynamic plant that produces fiber, seed and medicine for us humans, all at the same time,” she says. Miller’s small, women-owned business grows the leafy plants outdoors in organic soil and harvests by hand. “We test in the field, post-harvest, during extraction and in the final product,” she says. “We know our product is clean and pure and potent.” This isn’t always the case. A 2017 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed that in 84 CBD products sold online by 31 companies, 26 percent contained less CBD than the amount listed on the label. Miller receives weekly calls from those wanting to purchase her plants and start a CBD business. “What bothers me the most is that not one person has asked how my hemp is grown,” she says. “It all feels like a big grab; the integrity isn’t there.” Miller continues to decline these requests and spends her days on the farm, where—come harvest time—she, alongside her crew, engages in some visualizations. “We imagine the people suffering who need support and think about how we are growing the plants to help them.”
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the slogan, “Healthy or five decades, soil, healthy ecosyshuman rights tem, healthy plants, activist, journalhealthy food, healthy ist and author Ronnie people, healthy animals, Cummins has camhealthy climate.” All paigned for natural these living systems are health and the environinterconnected. Regenment. Since he coeration of one system founded the Organic impacts another, which Consumers Association will lead to stabilizing in 1998, the nonprofit the climate. has grown to a network that’s 2 million people strong, dedicated to What’s the Every time you pull promoting organic difference out your wallet, you food, regenerative between organic farming and commerce are either casting your and regenerathrough global initiavote for regeneration tive farming? tives that integrate pubor the continuation of Regenerative farming is lic education, marketdegeneration. Everything simply the next stage of place pressure, media organic, focusing on soil outreach, litigation and you buy is a vote. health, carbon sequesgrassroots lobbying. tration and ecosystem His latest book, Grassroots Rising: A Call restoration. We call it “regenerative organic” to Action on Climate, Farming, Food and a because people understand organic. But Green New Deal (ChelseaGreen.com/product/ when we devised organic standards, we grassroots-rising), focuses on Regeneration didn’t completely understand soil biology International, a global network that he and and the carbon cycle. Now we know that other advocates spawned in 2015 with a goal there’s important biological life below the to reverse global warming and end world soil. We understand carbon sequestration. hunger by accelerating the transition to regenerative agriculture and land management. Regenerative organic farming rebuilds the soil, which improves food, health and eventually, the climate. It’s a transformation What is Regeneration of the food system.
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It’s a movement that spread when people started to understand that the climate crisis was very, very serious and connected to other crises we face—our health and farmers not being able to make a living, for example. It’s about identifying regenerative practices around the world, publicizing them and changing public policy. We use NATampa.com
What will it require to achieve the goals of the Green New Deal, which calls for net zero emissions of greenhouse gases by 2030? First, consumers need to understand the interconnectedness of things so that they
make decisions to create market pressure. Second, farmers, ranchers and land managers need to use regenerative best practices. Third is political power and policy change to drive regeneration. We need elected officials to understand regenerative ideas and feel pressure from constituents. Officials need to hear that we don’t want our tax money used for degenerative practices. Fourth is money. It will take trillions of dollars over the next decade, with much money coming from government funding. But private investments also need to shift. Our savings, pensions and retirement accounts need to be in financial institutions that place assets in regenerative, socially responsible investing.
How can we help address climate change on a personal level?
Every time you pull out your wallet, you are either casting your vote for regeneration or the continuation of degeneration. Everything you buy is a vote. What you
This is a spiritual movement as much as it is an agricultural and alternative energy movement. talk about and do every day is also extremely important. Americans spend half of their food dollars eating out. Learn to cook, invite people over for dinner, teach your kids how to cook. Eating is an agricultural act. Everyone should also be active in civic organizations. Run for office. It doesn’t have to be in politics, it could be a conservation committee or school board. Do what you can do best inside this regenerative framework and you will have a big impact. Things aren’t hopeless. It’s plausible that we are going to solve this. Unfortunately, it took until now for people to wake up. I believe people have an innate love for nature and other people, but if they’re hopeless and unaware, they’re going to
behave as if they don’t care. There is an increasing common awareness and responsibility to get the job done. This is a spiritual movement as much as it is an agricultural and alternative energy movement.
What inspired you to write about this issue?
About 10 years ago, I learned that regenerative food, farming and land use, in combination with renewable energy and radical energy conservation, could solve the climate crisis. I did more research, helped form Regeneration International and then saw that there wasn’t a roadmap for regeneration. I needed to write the book so that the climate movement would understand regeneration and the foodfarming-regeneration movement would understand climate. And I need for everyone to understand that there is hope. Elizabeth Greene writes about the environment. Connect at ElizabethGreene28@ gmail.com.
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HBOT treatment is a holistic therapy that benefits the whole person as the oxygen is delivered to every cell and organ in the body.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) by Dr. Rodney Soto
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xygen, the element in air and water, is needed by every living organism. Without oxygen, our tissues die within minutes. A diminished supply of oxygen causes multiple symptoms with marked reduction in all bodily functions. This condition is known as hypoxia or under-oxygenation of tissues. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is the therapeutic use of oxygen for conditions in which organ tissues have been damaged due to oxygen deprivation. We normally breathe oxygen at regular atmospheric pressure (0.9 ATM) at sea level. During HBOT, higher pressures are used in order to deliver oxygen deeply into the tissues (1.3 to 3.0 ATMs). “Hyper” means increased and “baric” means pressure. That is exactly what HBOT accomplishes. When oxygen is under pressure, it becomes a potent healing tool and promotes tissue repair, regeneration and changes at the cellular level, including stimulation of the DNA. It pro42
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vides the body with extra oxygen at higher pressures, making it possible for oxygen to reach inflamed tissue and support optimal cellular and organ functionality. HBOT’s applications range from healing wounds to repairing damaged brain tissue. It has also been found to have profound effects in the reversal of many diseases of aging. The common denominator of many disease states is the presence of low oxygen in the tissues and the development of secondary injury due to an inflammatory reaction because of trauma, toxin or infection. By delivering higher oxygen at higher pressure, HBOT treats the secondary damage and restores the function of the affected tissues. HBOT treatment is a holistic therapy that benefits the whole person as the oxygen is delivered to every cell and organ in the body. HBOT has been in use since the early 1900s and later implemented by the military to treat deep sea divers who suffered from decompression illness. Since then, NATampa.com
over 10,000 clinical trials and case studies have been completed for numerous other health-related applications with the vast majority of results reporting resounding success. While the current covered indications by government or commercial insurances for HBOT are limited to diabetic wound healing, carbon monoxide intoxication, acute limb ischemia, gas embolism and some severe bone infections, the benefits of HBOT go far beyond these familiar uses. HBOT has multiple benefits, including but not limited to powerful anti-inflammatory effects; speeding up tissue healing; antimicrobial; enhanced brain repair; promoting new blood vessel growth; normalizing immune function; and increasing stem cell proliferation. HBOT is performed inside a hyperbaric chamber for an hour a day. Each hour session is referred to as a “dive”. Best responses are obtained with completion of about 30 to 40 treatments due to its cumulative effect resulting in permanent tissue changes. Most chambers available for clinical use are mono-place and accommodate one patient at a time. There are basically two chamber types. Hard shell chambers can be regulated to achieve higher atmospheric pressures between 1.3 to 3.0 ATMs, while soft chambers can only reach 1.3 ATMs. Your physician will prescribe the right therapeutic pressure according to your condition. A therapeutic intervention, noninvasive and safe with virtually no side effects, HBOT has one possible short-term discomfort—ear pain or sinus pressure—similar to what is experienced when ascending or descending in an airplane. This can be helped by performing chewing or swallowing movements. Today, HBOT is being more utilized by holistic and natural practitioners for many other indications. It has become apparent that the use of pressurized oxygen
has a wide range of beneficial effects for several chronic illnesses. For the diagnoses mentioned below, generally referred to as “off-label” diagnoses, reimbursement is not usually provided by most insurance carriers and patients incur the cost as an outof-pocket expense. Similar to many other non-covered holistic treatment modalities, the benefits of HBOT can be viewed as an investment in your health that cannot be obtained with the traditional approach. HBOT is not a cure-all for human illness; it must be utilized in the right context and timing and guided by a knowledgeable practitioner. Neither is it a therapy given in isolation. Ideally, the patient must undergo a thorough evaluation and testing prior to its implementation. It does not replace other treatments for a specific condition but rather complements them and adds healing power to other therapies. The following are conditions in which HBOT can be very helpful:
• Alzheimer’s disease • Multiple sclerosis • Parkinson’s disease • Lyme disease • Fibromyalgia • Traumatic brain injury • Autism spectrum disorders • Strokes • Diabetes and cardiac disease • Joint replacement, arthritis and bone remodeling • Anti-aging • Birth injuries and cerebral palsy In conclusion, HBOT is an innovative, safe and effective intervention for many chronic medical conditions. It can enhance the ef-
fect of other healing treatments and result in significant clinical improvement. LifeWorks Wellness Center is pleased to announce the addition of HBOT to their list of services on offer. LifeWorks is located at 301 Turner St., Clearwater. For more information, call 727-466-6789 or visit LifeworksWellnessCenter.com. See ad page 2. Dr. Rodney Soto has his practice at LifeWorks, and is board certified in Neurology and Holistic Medicine by the American Board of Holistic and Integrative Medicine and a member of the Institute for Functional Medicine and board certified in Anti-Aging Medicine.
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Vegan food doesn’t need to be expensive, boring or complicated.
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hen contemplating a shift toward a plant-based diet, some may prematurely mourn the loss of their favorite meaty classics. Luckily, enterprising vegan chefs have experimented with flavors and textures that will lure almost any palate into loving a plant-based version of their favorite dishes without resorting to processed foods. “Plant-based versions of classic dishes offer all the nutritional benefits of plants without the cholesterol and saturated fats from animal products,” says chef and author Marly McMillen-Beelman. “You don’t have to abandon all your favorite foods to become vegan—just veganize them.” The Kansas City chef makes carrot “dogs”, for example, by roasting carrots in a savory mix of tamari, agave, miso, paprika and garlic for a cookout-worthy treat. McMillen-Beelman’s cookbook The Everything Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook also offers many bean- and legume-based versions of classic sandwiches, like a vegan “Big Mac” with quinoa and pinto beans; a burger made from oats, black beans and pecans; meatballs from tofu and lentils; and a chicken salad based on tempeh, a
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fermented, soy-based, high-protein product with a nutty flavor. “A lot of people like using tempeh, tofu or jackfruit for a meaty texture. It needs to be well seasoned, but so does meat,” suggests Ocean Robbins, author of The 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your Body, Feel Great, & Transform Your World. “To mimic cheese, some combination of nuts and nutritional yeast, cultured nut cheeses or plant-based milks works nicely.” McMillen-Beelman likes using jackfruit for a “pulled pork” sandwich or taco, the tropical fruit being packed with vitamin C, protein, calcium, potassium and iron. Her slow-cooked version leans on whole-food ingredients, including pear and cranberries, to add natural sweetness and phytonutrients. “I use canned jackfruit because it’s much easier to find and cook with than the expensive jumbo whole fruit,” she says. Ben Pook, the London co-author with Roxy Pope of So Vegan in 5, says mushrooms lend substance and umami flavor to vegan dishes such as a mushroom, sage and onion Wellington as a NATampa.com
substitute for the classic beef Wellington. “We use portobello mushrooms for their meaty texture, which we surround with a sage and onion stuffing—all wrapped in vegan puff pastry to create a centerpiece worthy of any dinner party,” says Pook, whose cookbook features dozens of plant-based recipes that contain only five ingredients each, such as a broccoli alfredo with cashews, broccolini, tagliatelle pasta, nutritional yeast and garlic. Nuts can also work wonders in a vegetarian dish, such as Pook and Pope’s walnut meat tacos, which blend toasted walnuts together with spices like cumin, paprika, garlic and chili powder to create a mince-like texture built into a taco with toppings galore. Many classic dishes can also be adapted by simply leaving out the meat and letting the spices, herbs and vegetables shine through; for example, in a vegan shepherd’s pie, go with penne pasta with red sauce or a garlicky pesto with extra nuts, greens and olive oil in lieu of cheese. Sweet tooth cravings can be satisfied with healthy, plant-based versions of classic desserts, substituting aquafaba (the starchy liquid left over from canned beans) instead of frothy egg whites, or olive oil or avocado for butter. Nut butters can also add a touch of richness to a dish, whether sweet or savory. “I love making a peanut coconut milk curry soup with onions, mushrooms and bok choy, with peanut butter, lime juice and soy sauce blended into the coconut milk for a luxurious flavor and texture. It’s great over potatoes, quinoa or rice,” says Robbins. “Vegan food doesn’t need to be expensive, boring or complicated,” Pook says. “There really are endless possibilities when it comes to cooking with plants, so don’t be afraid to experiment and create your own twist.” Connect with Washington, D.C.-based freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.
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with the remaining dry ingredients and a pinch of salt and pepper. Use a spoon to mix everything together, then set aside.
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Combine the plant-based milk and apple cider vinegar in a separate bowl. Let sit for a minute or two until the milk curdles and turns into a “buttermilk”. Then add the hot sauce and mix everything together until the ingredients are well combined. Set aside. Meanwhile, add the flour to a small plate and set aside. Press the tofu if required. (Extra-firm tofu contains very little moisture, so this step isn’t always necessary.) Then slice the block in half and break the tofu into bite-sized pieces with hands.
Vegan Popcorn ‘Chicken’ Yields: 4 to 6 servings 10.5 oz extra-firm tofu Sea salt and pepper ½ cup flour Vegetable oil Dry ingredients: 3.5 oz paprika-flavored chips 4 Tbsp flour 2 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp onion powder ½ tsp garlic powder Wet ingredients: ½ cup plant-based milk ½ Tbsp apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp hot sauce To serve: Tomato ketchup Vegan mayonnaise Crush the paprika crisps between a clean tea towel using a rolling pin until no big pieces remain. Transfer to a bowl along
Season the tofu on both sides with salt and pepper; dip tofu into the flour, followed by the milk mixture, then the crisp mixture. Repeat until all the tofu pieces have been coated. Add the vegetable oil to a pan until it’s ¼-inch deep. Tip: Use a wok to reduce the amount of oil needed. Heat the oil on medium-high. Drop a tiny amount of the dry mixture; if it starts sizzling as soon as it hits the oil, it’s ready. Carefully add half a dozen or so tofu pieces to the hot oil and fry for about 2 minutes on each side or until the tofu begins to brown and is extra crispy. It’s important to not overcrowd the pan, as it can lower the temperature of the oil. When the tofu is ready, carefully remove it from the pan and transfer it to a plate lined with parchment paper; immediately season it with some extra salt, which will help make it even crispier. Repeat until all the tofu pieces are cooked. Serve with a favorite dip, such as one made by combining equal amounts of tomato ketchup and vegan mayo. Adapted from So Vegan in 5 by Roxy Pope and Ben Pook.
Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.
Walnut Meat Tacos Yields: 4 servings Walnut meat: 14 oz walnuts 1 Tbsp smoked paprika 2 tsp chili powder 1½ Tbsp ground cumin 3 garlic cloves 2 tsp balsamic vinegar 2 tsp maple syrup 2.5 oz sun-dried tomatoes in oil Sea salt Black bean mixture: 9 oz canned sweet corn 14 oz canned black beans Sea salt and pepper ½ lime Handful of fresh cilantro Salsa: 9 oz cherry tomatoes 1 green chili 1 red onion 1 lime Handful of fresh cilantro Sea salt and pepper To serve: 2 avocados ½ lime 8-10 small corn tortillas Vegan yogurt March 2020
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Meanwhile, drain and rinse the black beans and sweet corn. Transfer them to a separate pan and stir in a generous pinch of salt and pepper, as well as the juice from the lime. Heat through for 5 minutes on a medium heat. Remove the pan from the heat, roughly chop the cilantro and stir it into the beans and sweet corn. Add the cooked walnuts, garlic and spices to a food processor along with the balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, sun-dried tomatoes (drain as much oil as possible) and a pinch of salt. Process for a minute or two until the walnut mixture turns into a mince-like texture. Next, prepare the salsa by slicing the cherry tomatoes into quarters and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Peel and dice the red onion, slice the chili (leave the seeds in if spicy is preferred) and roughly chop the cilantro leaves, adding all to the mixing bowl. Squeeze the juice from the lime into the bowl, along with a generous pinch of salt and pepper, then stir to combine. Meanwhile, heat through the tortillas in a pan over a low-medium heat. Slice the avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh and mash it in a bowl along with juice from half a lime.
When you’re ready to assemble your tacos, spoon a few tablespoons of the walnut mixture on top of a tortilla, followed by the bean mixture, salsa and a dollop of mashed avocado. Top with a drizzle of vegan yogurt. Repeat for the remaining tacos. Adapted from So Vegan in 5 by Roxy Pope and Ben Pook.
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Toast the walnuts in a pan over a medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until they begin to smoke. Keep an eye on them and stir occasionally to prevent them burning. Then peel and dice the garlic and add it to the walnuts along with the smoked paprika, chili powder and ground cumin. Stir to coat the walnuts in the spices, then cook for 2 minutes.
Mushroom, Sage and Onion Wellington An absolute showstopper and the perfect dish to make for friends on a Sunday afternoon alongside some tasty, roasted vegetables. Yields: 4 servings 8 Portobello mushrooms 3 onions 10 sage leaves 4.2 oz walnuts 2 (11 oz) sheets of dairy-free puff pastry Preheat oven to 425° F and line a large baking tray with baking paper. Wipe any excess dirt off the mushrooms and place five of them in an ovenproof dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with sea salt and pepper, then bake for 15 minutes. Remove the mushrooms from the oven and set aside, leaving the oven switched on for later. Meanwhile, quarter the remaining mushrooms; peel and roughly chop the onions and add to a food processor along with sage leaves, walnuts, ½ teaspoon of salt
and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Process to form a smooth paste, then fry in a pan over a medium-high heat for 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes. Roll out one sheet of pastry onto the lined baking tray. Spread a third of the paste down the middle of the pastry lengthways, spreading it 2 inches wide and leaving the same length clear at each end. Turn the baked mushrooms upside-down to drain excess juices, then place three of the mushrooms, gills facing up, on top of the paste along the middle of the pastry. Add the remaining two mushrooms, gills facing down, between the three mushrooms. Spoon the remaining paste around the mushrooms to cover them on all sides. Place the second sheet of pastry on top and use your fingers to seal the edges together. Trim around the Wellington roughly one inch away from the filling, discarding the excess pastry as you go. Lightly score the Wellington with diagonal lines at 1-inch intervals and brush with olive oil. Bake in the oven for 50 minutes, until the pastry turns a lovely golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve in slices. Adapted from So Vegan in 5 by Roxy Pope and Ben Pook.
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ating healthy is Contaminants aren’t We are seeing more a family affair, the only concern. “Up to cancer, neurologic and that includes 50 percent of commerconditions and kidney the family pet. However, cial foods are composed disease, and there what works for humans of meat meal and bymay be less than optiproducts,” says Armaiti is evidence that the mal for Fluffy or Fido, May, DVM, owner of Dr. increase in these as each requires a speMay’s Veterinary House diseases may be due Calls, in Los Angeles. cies-specific, nutritionto harmful ingredients ally balanced regimen. These can include Most pet parents opt for meat from dead, dying, in commercial, commercial dog or cat diseased or disabled animeat-based foods. food that comes in a bag mals, and even rendered ~Armaiti May or a can, but many are dogs and cats from anibeginning to consider mal shelters, says May. more natural options. “Kibble is often the “We are seeing more cancer, neurologic most economical way to feed your pet. But conditions and kidney disease, and there is its processed state makes it the least optievidence that the increase in these diseases mal,” says Angie Krause, DVM, at Boulder may be due to harmful ingredients in comHolistic Vet, in Colorado. mercial, meat-based foods.” Canned food is also heavily processed and potentially toxic. In 2017, Clean Label Healthy Alternative Diets Project, a nonprofit testing laboratory, Owners that switch from commercial foods completed a study of 1,084 pet food prodreport their animals display thicker coats, ucts, screening them for more than 130 brighter eyes and greater energy. However, toxins and contaminants linked to cancer dogs and cats require specific ranges of vitaand other conditions. Results showed cadmins, minerals, fats and carbohydrates, so it’s mium, a heavy metal, in 94 percent of the important to ensure that nutritional needs products, along with arsenic and lead. are met and a healthy balance is maintained.
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Helpful Resources Report cards regarding toxicity for dog and cat food brands: CleanLabelProject.org/pet-food. Raw, vegan or otherwise, sign up for dog and cat food recall alerts via email: DogFoodAdvisor.com. Definitions of common ingredients in pet food: Tinyurl.com/PetFoodIngredientDefinitions. Recommended reading from the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association includes Home-Prepared Dog and Cat Diets, Second Edition, by Patricia Schenck, and Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats, Fourth Edition, by Richard H. Pitcairn, DVM. Scientific literature, published articles and biographies of dogs living on a plant-based diet: PlantBased.dog.
n Home-Cooked Pet food recalls have prompted some families to start cooking for their charges, but it’s not as simple as sharing the family dinner. “There are online calculators that can help you create and balance recipes for dogs and cats. Balancing a diet can be tedious and often requires added supplements,” says Krause. Seeing a four-legged friend thrive was worth the extra time and cost for Yvonnda StampAgent, a homemaker from Rockvale, Tennessee. Emma, a schnauzer mix, suffered from itchy skin, anal gland leakage, kidney crystals, vomiting and other problems. “We switched to homecooked wild salmon and flounder protein with fresh organic vegetables and fruits, along with vitamin and mineral supplementation.” Emma recovered and is now an energetic 5-year-old.
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n Vegan and Vegetarian For ethical and environmental reasons, homemade or pre-made, plant-based diets for companion animals are becoming more popular. “If the 163 million dogs and cats in the U.S. were their own country, it would be the fifth-largest meat-eating country on the planet,” says May. Cats cannot survive without meat, which provides the high protein, amino acids and other nutrients their bodies require. However, a 2018 study published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association suggests that plant-based diets, possibly supplemented with vitamins B12 and D and some amino acids, can meet nutrition requirements of dogs. “Dogs are omnivores, and can thrive on balanced, complete, plant-based diets. They have nutrient requirements, not ingredient requirements,” says May. Pet diets aren’t an all-or-nothing choice, says Angie Krause. “Eventually, my patient will always reveal what works for them. Listen to your pet’s body.”
Kibble is often the most economical way to feed your pet. But its processed state makes it the least optimal. ~Angie Krause Chendongshan/Shutterstock.com
The biologically appropriate raw food (BARF) diet, as described at BarfWorld.com, contains raw meats, vegetables and cooked grains and legumes. Proponents say it improves health from tooth to tail. “Buddha, my orange tabby, is 22 and no longer has an issue with hairballs,” says Kim Bolin, a Reno, Nevada real estate agent, who has fed raw for three years. Stephanie Krause, in Keego Harbor, Michigan, says her three dogs are more relaxed, probably from the time and effort needed to eat large bones—and they haven’t needed a teeth cleaning since going raw. “After eating raw bones, there was plaque laying all over the floor.” The BARF diet can be homemade, although most choose prepared frozen or freezedried products to ensure nutrient balance or to avoid handling raw meats. Angie Krause says the diet is controversial, largely due to human health risks from pathogenic bacteria.
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Hotel Indigo, 234 3rd Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Info and registration, 727-289-4747 or Facebook event page, via Eventbrite link.
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MONDAY, MARCH 2 Reiki I & Reiki II – 9:30am-1:30pm. March 2 & 4. 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, Holy Fire & Karuna Reiki & Qigong Master, Light Therapist from the European Institute of Light Therapy. Love offering $25/each class. 10213 Lake Carroll Way, Ste. D, Tampa. Call/text Maria 813-334-7424 or ReikiShrine@gmail.com.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 Wine-down Wednesday – 1-4pm. Join our Happy Feet Plus Sundial store staff for complimentary beverages and cheese, a raffle for a free pair of Kenkohs and discounts on select Kenkoh styles. 109 2nd Ave. North, St. Petersburg. 727-894-9633. Intro to Energy Mastery – 6-7pm. What if you had the tools to solve that issue once and for all, that thing keeping you from the relationship, finances, promotion, adventure or state of joy, health or well-being you secretly crave? What would that be worth to you? Free. Integrative Therapeutics, 8320 Stone Run Ct., Tampa. Info, 813-322-6171, IntTherapeutics.com. Cooking Class: Raw Superfood Brownies – 6:30pm. Venus DeMarco, A Healthy Life Made Simple. Easy and delicious, superfood-up your traditional brownies without refined sugar or gluten. Nobody will ever know! Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, NaturesFoodPatch.com.
THURSDAY, MARCH 5 Health Seminar: Neurological Damage - There’s Hope – 6:30pm. There is hope for people with chronic inflammation in the brain and central nervous system. Dr. John Young, MD, Young Foundational Center, will be discussing neurological damage and its effects. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, NaturesFoodPatch.com.
FRIDAY, MARCH 6 The Healing Modality of the Singing Bowls with Suren Shrestha – 5-6:30pm. In this workshop, Suren Shrestha, author of How to Heal with the Singing Bowls, will explain the vibrational process using singing bowls incorporating volunteers from the audience. Learn about chakras and how they relate to sounds, different ways of arranging the bowls, how they work together and more. $33. Hosted at The Hotel Indigo, 234 3rd Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Info and registration on Facebook event page, via Eventbrite link. 727-289-4747. Clouds of Sound Meditation Concert – 7:30-9pm. Sound Harmony for your Soul. You are invited to
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“float on a healing cloud of sound” as Suren Shrestha, author of How to Heal with the Singing Bowls and the Atma Buti teaching team guide you on a journey of sound, relaxation and harmony. They will lead a sound healing meditation accompanied by Himalayan singing bowls, gongs, bells and more. Bring a yoga mat and blanket for your comfort. $33. Hosted at The Hotel Indigo, 234 3rd Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Info and registration on Facebook event page, via Eventbrite link. 727-289-4747.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7 Awakening Into the Sun Festival – 9am. Mar. 7 & 8. This 8th annual outdoor wellness festival co-sponsored by the City of St. Petersburg offers the opportunity to relax, do yoga, listen to original music and transform minds while appealing to all of the senses. Indulge in a combination of leisure, wellness activities, conscious connecting, vendors and sun amidst the park’s waterside setting. Cultivate mindfulness while easily engaging the senses to align with your highest self. North Straub Park, Downtown St. Pete. Info, AwakeningIntoTheSun.org. Cooking Class: Vegan Cream “Cheeze” – 11am. Michelle Odiorne, whole-food plant-based chef. This simple non-dairy cream cheese can be used as a base for several dishes. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-4436703, NaturesFoodPatch.com. Using the Chair to Transform: Brain, Life and Body – 1-3:30pm. If you sit in a chair for a living, this is for you. Instead of it being an area of un-health, learn to use the sitting position to transform the body, brain and life. Expect with this workshop: body practices that help to target problem areas; brain practices that help target specific mind and life stresses and imbalances. Workshop cost included with unlimited pass or $25 without. Sign up: 727-894-9642, Info@ StPeteYoga.com, StPeteYoga.com. Warming the Flow – 1-4pm. Also 6:30-8:30pm Tuesdays. Enjoy whole body pain relief & much more. Embrace warm relaxation on the Advanced Vascular Circulation, Class 2, FDA cleared, noninvasive Miracle Device. Free. 3530 1st Ave. N, 1st flr conference rm. (left of stairs), St. Pete. Limited seating. Register with Harvey Pearlman, LMT, ma3019, 727-259-8232. NulifeVentures.com/ harveypearlman. Level 1 Singing Bowl Course: Introduction Level I – Mar. 7-8. Himalayan Chakra Singing Bowl Therapy taught by world renowned Atma Buti teaching team. Learn how to use the bowls according to the Himalayan and Vedic Chakra systems. The use of other sound instruments such as the Tingsha will be demonstrated and practiced to give you the ability to use vibrational healing modalities with clients in a supportive and therapeutic manner. Includes lunch, manual, notebook. $576. Hosted at The
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Yoga for Compulsions: Brain, Life and Body – 1-3:30pm. We’ll explore principles and practices of yoga to bring to light our self-limiting internal dialogue & thinking which can hold us back from seeing the way out, real transformation; discuss how we can mindfully change course as we begin to notice the area of difficulty, moving toward balancing words & actions; outline three specific techniques to resolve root causes of disharmony. Workshop cost included with unlimited pass or $25 without. Sign up: 727894-9642, Info@StPeteYoga.com, StPeteYoga.com. Your Pet’s Wellness and Allergies – 6-7:15pm. Join Dr. Cathy Alinovi and Dr. Granger’s Nutritional Wellness to learn how detoxification can help bring your pet wellness as well as looking at the pet owner’s health. Bring your health care questions! Healthy PAWsibilities Natural Pet Wellness Center, 628 Cleveland St., #17, Clearwater. Event held at Clearwater Historical Society, 610 S Ft Harrison. Info & registration, 727-510-3665, Info@ HealthyPawsibilities.com. Harmonic Alignment: The Pyradym – 7:309:30pm. A truly unique sound meditation experience, welcoming all levels of participants. These group meditations hold the power to release accumulated energy blockages and restore alignment to the seven major chakra centers that govern all aspects of our physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual well-being. 2126 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Info and Registration on Facebook event page. 727-289-4747.
MONDAY, MARCH 9 Full Moon Gong Meditation – 7-8pm. Join Adele Giotta, DC (Joti Nam Kaur), master gong practitioner, to celebrate the abundance of the full moon. Enjoy a deep relaxation with the sound of multiple gongs while you lie on a futon in candlelight with a blanket, bolster and pillows. We will also do a Full Moon Meditation to open your energy channel and make you peaceful and secure. $20. Psycho Gong Yoga, 11561 Walsingham Rd., Ste. C, Largo. 727914-4900, PsychoGongYoga.com.
TUESDAY, MARCH 10 Lunch and Learn: What You Need to Know about Stem Cell Therapy – 11am. Presented by Dr. Tami Horner. Free. Success by Design Wellness Center, 9095 Belcher Rd., Pinellas Park. 727-5480001. SuccessByDesignWeightloss.com. Seminar for Hashimoto – 6-7pm. Come learn about this unique autoimmune disorder that pertains to the function of the thyroid. This seminar will talk about ways to treat this disorder alongside identifying factors to determine the disorder. At the end, the floor will be open for Q&A. $10. Integrative Therapeutics, 8320 Stone Run Ct., Tampa. Info, 813-322-6171, IntTherapeutics.com.
Medicinal Mushrooms 101 – 6:33-8:33pm. In this class “experience”, Cassie Rhea will share information on the basics of some of the most popular medicinal mushrooms/superfungi. She’ll serve up one of her scrumptious Chaga/Reishi Cacao Hippie EYElixirs, EYElixir Recipe, and offer her Online Educational Reference Resources + Physical & Digital Handout for you to take home! $22 energy exchange per person. Awakening Wellness Center, 2126 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Info and registration, 727-289-4747 and on Facebook event page via Eventbrite.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 Allergies and Three Simple Ways to Detoxify Life – 6-7:15pm. Presented by Granger Health, with special guests Marie Malec, Using Essential Oils for Your Health and Dr. Cathy Alinovi, DVM, Your Pet’s Wellness and Allergies. Free. Clearwater Historical Society Museum and Cultural Center, 610 S Ft Harrison Ave., Clearwater. Info and RSVP 727-248-0930, email 4Nutriwell@gmail.com or visit GrangerHealth.com.
THURSDAY, MARCH 12 Cooking Class: Indian-Flavored Cauliflower Casserole – 6:30pm. The perfect nourishing whole food, plant-based casserole: a medley of veggies, potatoes & cauliflower baked to tender perfection, soaking up delicious Indian spices in the process. John van Vlaardingen, JvVHealth, will make this Indian-inspired dish as hot or mild as you like. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, NaturesFoodPatch.com.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Herb Walk – 10am-noon. Join Herbalist Rose Kalajian on a tour of her organic herb farm at the Natural Health Hut in Wesley Chapel. Rose will identify over 40 plants, many native to Florida, and explain their healing properties and medicinal uses. Free. 26403 Chianina Dr., Wesley Chapel. Info and reservations, call 813-991-5177 or visit ImHerbalist.com. In(sight) 2020 – 5-9pm. A limited series exhibition of community that integrates both wellness and arts. We care to hold a space for all of the makers, artists, craftsmen and small business owners here in the area. This will be number three of five events held every second Saturday evening through May! Art | Market | Cause | Sound. Free event. Awakening Wellness Center, 2126 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. For more information, call 727-289-4747 or our Facebook event page.
SUNDAY, MARCH 15 Health Seminar: Superfood Nutrition – 4pm. Shane Hennessy, True CBD Hemp Oil. What can superfoods do for your family and children? In this seminar, learn how to use superfood supplements like probiotics & CBD, and how to get superfoods into your family’s diet. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 966 Douglas Ave., #106, Dunedin. 727-304-1010.
Free Mini Webinar: Hypnosis-NLP for Everyday Use! – 7:30-8:15pm. Live webinar discussing Hypnosis & NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) fundamentals with Certified Master Trainer, Patricia V. Scott. With 28 years’ experience as a Medical Hypnotherapist & NLP Master Practitioner, Patricia will discuss & answer questions (3rd Wednesday monthly). Must register by noon 3/18 for log-in details: 727-943-5003, UPHypnosis@outlook.com, UPHypnosis.com.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Springtime Glow – 6pm. Rejuvenating Aesthetics Services, presented by Jaime Applefield, PA. For 20 percent discount, book body contouring service at seminar. Free. Peaks of Health Metabolic Medical Center, 1120 Belcher Rd. S, Ste. 2, Largo. RSVP 727-826-0838. PeaksOfHealth.com. Extreme Communication: Connecting to the Other Side – 6-8pm. Join Lisa Miliaresis, medium & author, as she channels in a gallery setting. Embrace the opportunity to connect to loved ones on the other side. Limited seating; pre-registration suggested. $50. The Violet Butterfly Metaphysical Healing Center, 35154 US Hwy 19 North, Palm Harbor. Register 727-386-4535. Information on Lisa, visit 2Communicate.net.
FRIDAY, MARCH 20 Equinox Tea Ceremony – 6:30-8:30 pm. A Tea Ceremony is a dynamic, flowing, somatic plant medicine meditation that fosters deep and reverent connection to ourselves, each other, nature and All That Is. During ceremony you may move through a range of sensations, emotions, inspirations, insights, remembrances, creative downloads, visionary experiences, openings and deep presence. Led by Christina Echevarria. $30/per person. Awakening Wellness Center, 2126 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Info and registration, 727-289-4747 and on Facebook event page via Eventbrite.
SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Energy Mastery Foundation Class – 8am-4pm, March 21 & 22. Energy Mastery is a no-touch modality that helps remove blocks and hurdles from your chakras, a new concept that is helping people take control of themselves and their body. We are all energetic beings; this foundation class will teach you how to be an Energy Mastery Practitioner. Fee. Integrative Therapeutics, 8320 Stone Run Ct., Tampa. Registration fee. Info and Registration, 813-322-6171, IntTherapeutics.com. Irish Stew & Soda Bread – 11am. Debby DeGraaff, natural food chef & author, shows how tomake a shamrockin’ Irish-themed stew that pairs magically with a festive & traditional soda bread. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, NaturesFoodPatch.com.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 Wine-down Wednesday – 1-4pm. Join our Happy Feet Plus St. Pete Tyrone store staff for complimentary beverages and cheese, a raffle for a free pair of Kenkohs and discounts on select Kenkoh styles. 2755 Tyrone Blvd. North, St. Petersburg. 727-345-7587.
Sip N Shop – Noon-3pm. Join our Happy Feet Plus Wesley Chapel store staff for complimentary refreshments, a raffle for a free pair of Kenkohs and discounts on select Kenkoh styles. 1059 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Wesley Chapel. 813-618-5070.
Therapy dog Lexi visits classroom as kids look on. Lexi is being trained by Judy Bordignon of SiriUsK9.Org. Contact Judy at 727-225-4048 for more information. Introduction to Hypnosis – 1-4pm. Discover how your powerful Unlimited Mind can put YOU in control to achieve goals, end internal conflicts and change unwanted behaviors into healthy, positive ones with Patricia V. Scott, Certified Hypnotherapist (since 1992) & Master Trainer. Hypnosis recording, scripts/materials included. $35 or $25 (UPHI Members). Dunedin location. Must register by midnight 3/20. 727-943-5003. UPHypnosis.com. Lakshmi Mantra Workshop – 2-5:30pm. Satyabhama Ashley Ferrand & Eluv. Mother Lakshmi is the source and provider of the following enumerated well-known 16 types of wealth and many more: Fame; Knowledge; Courage and Strength; Victory; Good Children; Valor; Gold and other gross properties; Grains in abundance; Happiness; Bliss; Intelligence; Beauty; Higher Aim, High Thinking and Higher Meditation; Morality and Ethics; Good Health; Long Life. Cost $65/before March 18; $75/after. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. 727-712-1475, Info@ AYogaVillage.com, AYogaVillage.com/events.
TUESDAY, MARCH 24 Starving Cancer – 6-7:30pm. Presented by Dr. Les Cole. Free. St. Petersburg Health & Wellness, 2100 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N, St. Petersburg. Seating is limited; RSVP 727-202-6807.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 Energetics of Food: Food as Medicine – 6:30pm. Dr. Paul Reynolds, DOM, AP & Cara Reynolds, The Reynolds Kitchen. 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. Learn how to prepare vegan, gluten-free meals that nourish your body according to the energetics of food. Free. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, 727-443-6703, NaturesFoodPatch.com.
SATURDAY, MARCH 28 Ayur-Thai Yoga Bodywork Course – 9am-6pm, Mar. 28-29. This beginner course combines the wisdom of Thai hands-on therapy & Ayurvedic philosophy. Learn proper body mechanics; rhythmic rocking and walking; underlying theory of Thai yoga bodywork; Ayurvedic 5-Element theory & theory of 3 doshas; the 5 Vayus; supporting breathwork & meditation; 60 to 90-min. sequence done on
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a futon/mat; receive a manual and certificate (earn 16 CEC through NCBTMB). $350; $295/Early pay by 3/18. Living Room Yoga Center, 8424 4th St. N., St. Petersburg. Register, 407-468-4023.
tivation, & self-empowerment. Hypnosis recording, scripts/materials provided. $25 or $20 (UPHI Mbrs). Repeat $15 (last Tuesday monthly). Must register by noon 3/31: 727-943-5003. UPHypnosis.com.
Indian Rocks Beach GREENFEST – 10am-5pm. Enjoy this eco-friendly family event in its 13th year, including Earth-conscious businesses, services, vendors, artisans, and nonprofits. Healthy food, music, kids events. Sponsors include The Original Crabby Bills IRB; Country Day School; Plumlee Gulf Beach Realty; 18 On The Rocks; Tampa Bay newspapers; Pioneer Mortgage Funding; and Natural Awakenings Tampa Bay. 24th Ave. and 1st St., Indian Rocks Beach. Info, irbGreenfest.com.
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Introduction to Somatic Movement Workshop – 1:30-3pm. Lisa Abernathy, E-RYT 500 certified Hatha Yoga teacher registered with Yoga Alliance; Certification in Amrit Yoga therapy method of body psychology. This workshop will introduce you to the basic Somatic Exercises that can help you eliminate or significantly reduce chronic muscle pain. $40/two day advanced purchase; $45/after. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. 727-712-1475, Info@ AYogaVillage.com, AYogaVillage.com/events.
MONDAY, MARCH 30 Tincturing Ganoderma Mushrooms – 10am-1pm. We will harvest the Ganoderma from a tree host located on our farm, creating an herb-infused tincture. Bring 8-ounces of 100 proof vodka. $35. Natural Health Hut, Wesley Chapel. Info, ImHerbalist.com.
TUESDAY, MARCH 31 Guided Meditation for Forgiveness – 6-7pm. There will be discussion/presentation about the role of forgiveness in conflict resolution, stress management and different physical issues. This will be followed by a few minutes of simple exercises, then guided meditation and simple stretching to close out. Attendees can come in regular clothing (no need for exercise wear). $10. Integrative Therapeutics, 8320 Stone Run Ct., Tampa. Info, 813-322-6171, IntTherapeutics.com. Hypnosis & NLP to Control Weight – 7-9pm. Online live webinar. Learn exciting Mind-Body Cohesion System developed by Patricia V. Scott, PhD, which uses Hypnosis, NLP, guided imagery & more for confidence, controlling cravings, exercising mo-
SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Beginning Gong Technique – 1:30-4:30pm. Dr. Adele Giotta, DC, Florida-licensed chiropractic physician, holds an RYT-200 and a 200 Hour Kundalini Yoga Instructor certification. She has completed both the Gong Practitioner and Gong Master Practitioner. Learn techniques to play a gong well. Create a zone of relaxation and healing for yourself and others. No prior musical training required. $49/three day advanced purchase; $59/after. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. 727-712-1475, Info@AYogaVillage.com, AYogaVillage.com/events.
TUESDAY, APRIL 7 Full Moon Gong Meditation – 7-8 pm. Join Dr. Adele Giotta, DC (Joti Nam Kaur), master gong practitioner, to celebrate the abundance of the full moon. Enjoy a deep relaxation with the sound of multiple gongs while you lie on a futon in candlelight with a blanket, bolster and pillows. We will also do a Full Moon Meditation to open your energy channels and make you peaceful and secure. $20. Psycho Gong Yoga, 11561 Walsingham Rd., Ste. C, Largo. 727-914-4900, PsychoGongYoga.com.
TUESDAY, APRIL 21 Prevention & Treatment of Cancer – 6-7:30pm. Presented by Dr. Les Cole. Free. St. Petersburg Health & Wellness, 2100 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N, St. Petersburg. Seating is limited; RSVP 727-202-6807.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 Medical Hypnotherapy Specialty Training – 10am6pm, April 22 & 23. Patricia V. Scott, PhD & Dr. Eric Rosen offer advanced Medical Hypnotherapy techniques, theory & practice for Certified Hypnotists at Hypno Expo in Orlando, Florida. Includes workbook, PowerPoints, scripts & certificate of completion. Optional IMDHA certification as a Medical Hypnotherapist post-conference available (online training at additional fee). Register IMDHA.com.
SATURDAY, APRIL 25 Rebirthing Kriya – 10am-noon. Join Dr. Adele Giotta, DC (Joti Nam Kaur), RYT and master gong practitioner, to bathe your subconscious. Everyone bathes their physical body but they don’t bathe their subconscious. Whenever we have feelings that we don’t deal with, they become part of our subconscious. If continually ignored, they come up at odd times and possibly in destructive ways. After the cleanse, we will relax to the sound of multiple gongs. $30. Psycho Gong Yoga, 11561 Walsingham Rd., Ste. C, Largo. 727-914-4900, PsychoGongYoga.com.
Preparing Your Pets for the Heat – 6-7:15pm. Presented by Healthy PAWsibilities Natural Pet Wellness Center and Granger Health. Event held at Clearwater Historical Society, 610 S Ft Harrison. Info & registration, 727-510-3665, Info@ HealthyPawsibilities.com.
Intuition, Awareness & Practice – 6pm. Lisa Miliaresis, medium and author, will introduce you to tools that can be used to tap into your intuition. Come practice interactive exercises to awaken your awareness and the light within you. Learn how to connect with and trust the voice within. $40. Serenity Now Books and Gifts, 3273 Tampa Rd., Palm Harbor. Register 727-787-5400. Information on Lisa and her services, visit 2Communicate.net.
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Rebirthing Meditation – 7-9pm. Sunder Luber, Join in community as we set new intentions and release old patterns using rebirthing and meditation practices as taught by Yogi Bhajan. The kriyas are simple but the unusual powerful impact will surprise you. A lot will be cleared and it will bring ease and joy. $22/in advance; $27/day of event. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. 727-712-1475, Info@ AYogaVillage.com, AYogaVillage.com/events.
Hypnosis International Certification – Receive two certifications: International Assoc. of Counselors & Therapists & UP Hypnosis Institute. Two live weekends (Dunedin, FL) plus online training, private coaching and outside assignments. Learn basic & advanced techniques, medical uses, regression, parts integration, Time-Line, NLP & more. Enroll by 5/4: $3095; $2895/UPHI Members; After 5/4: $3395/$3095. Full details & to register: 727943-5003. UPHypnosis.com.
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sunday Mindfulness Meditation & Practice – 10am-noon. In the spirit of Thich Nhat Hanh. Mindfulness practice helps to cultivate compassion, develop inner peace and experience joy in daily life. FCM Practice Center, 6501 N Nebraska, Tampa. Info FloridaMindfulness.org. 25 Years of Teaching Meditation – 10:30-11:30am Sun; 6:00-7:15pm 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. St. Petersburg Yoga, 2842 Dr. MLK St. N., 727-8949642, info@stpeteyoga.com, StPeteYoga.com.
monday Guided Meditation First & Third Mondays – 12:30-1:15pm. Jan. 6 to Apr. 20, 2020 Join guide Ellen Mooney and experience easy, enjoyable techniques to relax and create inner calm. Benefits of meditation may include less stress, better focus and increased sense of well-being. $3/with Recreation Card, $4/without. Clearwater Morningside Recreation Center, 2400 Harn Blvd., Clearwater. Info, 727-754-4340, EllenMooney7@gmail.com, SolGardenHolistic.com. Rec Ctr 727-562-4280. Core Bungee – 3:30pm Mon, Weds, Fri. 2pm Sat. Engage your core in a gravity defying workout. Practice static movement combinations that strengthen and balance your core. Inversions on the bungee assist in spinal decompression and allow expanded range of movement. $20. Kinesis, The Movement Studio, 4760 East Bay Dr., Ste. D, Clearwater. Info & Class Booking, 727-331-0751, KinesisMovementStudio.com Ki Hara – 5:30pm. Stretch and strengthen your muscles in this eccentric resistance stretching technique focused on improving strength and length of full ranges of motion while correcting muscular imbalances. $15. Kinesis Movement Studio, 4760
E. Bay Dr., Clearwater. Info & Class booking, 727331-0751, KinesisMovementStudio.com. Life Balance Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Alignment-based class emphasizing poses that help students balance out the effects of daily life. Props and individualized attention are used and options are offered to help each student practice at their desired level of challenge. Created by Stacy Renz OTR, C-IAYT. $18/class. Living Room Yoga, 8424 4th St. North, Ste. G, St. Petersburg. Register, 727-826-4754, LivingRoomYoga.biz. Sound Spa with Mystic Voices – 6:30-7:30pm. This unique and soothing sound healing journey facilitated by “The Mystic Voices” blends music and mindfulness while incorporating essential oils for a well-rounded experience of acoustic guitar, dulcimer, ukulele, singing bowls and gentle percussion to bring love and balance to the mind, body and spirit. Come as you are. $15. Awakenings Wellness, 2126 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Info and registration, 727-289-4747 and on Facebook event page via Eventbrite. Beginning Tribal Belly Dance – 6-7pm. Balance your life with belly dance workouts that burn fat fast, raise metabolism and build tone immediately. This class includes basic movements and exercises for building muscle. $20. Essential Balance Holistic Wellness Center, 5606 N Nebraska Ave., Tampa. Drop-ins welcome. To reserve your spot, text 856-379-8510.
tuesday Reiki Share – 10am-2pm. Experience the most profound, powerful & gentle relaxation technique which helps re-establish healthy frequencies of cells over your whole vibrational field, bringing back health to tissues and organs. Complements any form of therapy. Carrollwood Revello Medical Center, 10213 Lake Carrol Way, Ste. D, Tampa. Call or text 813-334-7424 Maria or 352-942-0396 Rolly or email ReikiShrine@gmail.com. Somatics & Yoga – 10-11am. Somatics, the intentional movement to practice subtle awareness of the body, is gentle with slow, non-habitual movements. Paired with yoga and the practice of breath and meditation, it brings a body-mind coherence that is relaxing and beneficial. Tampa Yoga Therapy, 6104 River Ter., Tampa. Info & registration, Tish 678-772-7912, TampaYogaTherapy.com. Functional Movement through Dance – 12:30pm Tues, Thurs, Sat. This specialized class is designed for people with mild movement / coordination disorders such as Parkinson’s, cerebral palsy or stroke. Must be able to stand for
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extended periods and explore movements in dance. $10. Kinesis, The Movement Studio, 4760 East Bay Dr., Ste. D, Clearwater. Info & Class Booking, 727331-0751, KinesisMovementStudio.com. Stretch Rx: Small Group Therapeutic Stretching Class – 1-2:30pm. Bring your mat and join us for an intimate small group class focused on learning effective stretches for the entire body. There is a 5 participant maximum for each class. $30/in advance. 2445 Tampa Rd., Unit J, Palm Harbor. Info & registration, 813-382-2363, StretchRXFlorida.com. 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. 60-minute sessions with our certified Florida licensed acupuncturist, Amparo Parades. $45. Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK Jr. St. N, Ste. 100, St. Petersburg. 727-289-4747. AwakeningWellness.org. Text Amparo 727-287-8350. Gong Relaxation/Meditation – 5:30-6:30pm. Tues. & Thurs. Class starts with a short warm-up to get prana flowing. Then you will lie on a futon and get comfortable with blankets, bolsters and pillows. Multiple gongs will be played as you relax and focus on the sound. The sound waves will vibrate every cell of your body bringing you into a spontaneous meditative state, opening blocks. $15. First class $10. $100/10 class pass. Psycho Gong Yoga, 11561 Walsingham Rd., Ste. C, Largo. 727-914-4900, PsychoGongYoga.com. Health and Weight Loss Club Cooking Class – 6-7pm. Join us for a fun evening with Dr. Kevin Granger and Chef Trevor Granger while eating a delicious dish, and attain the skills to prepare healthy, tasteful meals that will help you lose weight. $5/per person. Granger Health, 205 S. Myrtle Ave., Clearwater. Info & registration, 727-248-0930, GrangerHealth.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. Acupuncture & Herbal Therapies, 2520 Central Ave.,St. Pete, 727-551-0857, AcuHerbals.com. 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. Open Hatha Yoga Class – 6:30-7:45pm. Barney Chapman, certified in Hot and Sivananda Yoga,
presents a nurturing practice of breath and form with a variety of postures to enhance overall range of motion and flexibility. Infused with yoga philosophy, become more aware of the possibilities of your practice and more responsible for inner experience. First come, first served. $15. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. 727-712-1475, Info@AYogaVillage. com, AYogaVillage.com/events. 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. Warming the Flow – 6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy whole body pain relief & much more. Embrace warm relaxation on the Advanced Vascular Circulation, Class 2, FDA cleared, non-invasive Miracle Device. Free. 3530 1st Ave. N, 1st flr conference rm. (left of stairs), St. Pete. Limited seating. Register with Harvey Pearlman, LMT, ma3019, 727-259-8232. NulifeVentures.com/harveypearlman. 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. First Unity Campus, 460 46th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Info FloridaMindfulness.org.
wednesday Chair Yoga – 10-11am. Gentle and appropriate for beginners and those with balance and mobility challenges. Seated in a chair with some standing optional poses, Tish Ganey leads this class in the Kripalu tradition of yoga, focusing on body awareness and mind-body connection. Tampa Yoga Therapy, 6104 River Ter., Tampa. Info & registration, Tish 678772-7912, TampaYogaTherapy.com. Kundalini Yoga with Gong Relaxation – 10:3011:30am. Mon-Wed-Fri. This style of yoga uses breath work, exercise sets done in a specific order and timed for a specific purpose, meditation and chanting. The gong is played in all classes to assist the students in their meditation, relaxation and/or kriyas. Gongs have been used for thousands of years to reduce stress and increase health and happiness. $15. First class $10. $100/10 class pass. Psycho Gong Yoga, 11561 Walsingham Rd., Ste. C, Largo. 727-914-4900, PsychoGongYoga.com. Breakdance Fitness – 5:30pm Wed & Fri. Learn breakdancing moves in positions targeted from the fitness standpoint. Gain mobility and strength by conditioning different techniques done by B-Boys / B-Girls. All ages and fitness levels welcome. Must be comfortable putting weight on hands for periods of time. $15. Kinesis Movement Studio, 4760 E. Bay Dr., Clearwater. Info & Class booking, 727331-0751, KinesisMovementStudio.com. Herb Student Clinic $10 + Cost of Herbs – 6-8pm. Students spend about an hour or two using the Chinese medicine system of evaluation to see what
herbs and herbal formulas to recommend for you. They are supervised by one of our experienced acupuncture & herbal practitioners. Appointments only. Acupuncture & Herbal Therapies, 2520 Central Ave.,St. Pete, 727-551-0857, AcuHerbals.com. Open Restorative Yoga with Sandbags Class – 7:30-8:30pm. Andrea Seiler, 200 RYT hatha yoga teacher, 200 KRI certified kundalini yoga teacher, certified in restorative yoga. First come- first serve; no advance reservations available. Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St., Clearwater. 727-712-1475, Info@ AYogaVillage.com, AYogaVillage.com/events.
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Stretch Rx: Small Group Therapeutic Stretching Class – 1-2:30pm. Bring your mat and join us for an intimate small group class focused on learning effective stretches for the entire body. There is a 5 participant maximum for each class. $30/in advance. 2445 Tampa Rd., Unit J, Palm Harbor. Info & registration, 813-382-2363, StretchRXFlorida.com.
Awakening Wellness Center Affordable Saturday Clinic – 9am-4pm. Treat yourself to any of our services at a reduced price! Includes Tibetan Bowl Relaxation Therapy, Nutritional Counseling, Acupuncture, Cupping, Sound Therapy, Individual Yoga Instruction. 50 minute sessions with our certified professionals are $25. Awakening Wellness Center, 6161 MLK Dr., Ste. 102, St. Petersburg. Call for appointment, 727-289-4747. AwakeningWellness.org.
Living Your Truth Guided Meditation - 6:30-8pm. Join Phillip Walker for a gentle but powerful journey to connection. His guided imagery meditation technique allows you to focus imagination, align with intuition and deepen the insights into your True Self. The sounds of crystal bowls and drumming will bring you deeper into the experience, which creates powerful healing and balances mind, body and spirit. $10. Awakening Wellness Center (South), 2126 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg, 727-295-5147. AwakeningWellness.org. Yin Yoga – 7-8:15pm. Presented by Barbara Allen, LMT, RYT. Emphasizing how a pose feels versus how it looks. Yin is a delicious, slow, long hold practice that addresses connective tissue, bones, tendons, ligaments and collagen, applying gentle pressure to an area to facilitate deepening in the pose. $18/class. Living Room Yoga, 8424 4th St. North, Ste. G, St. Petersburg. Register, 727-8264754, LivingRoomYoga.biz.
friday Art for Stress Reduction – 6:30-8:30pm, second Friday monthly. Join Naty from Londono Designs by Naty Londono, as she guides you step-by-step through the process of creating your own beautiful mandala to take home. The beauty of mandalas is they combine meditation, therapy, creative process and play all in one. $25/includes all supplies. Awakening Wellness, 2126 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Info and registration on Facebook event page. 727-289-4747.
Tai Chi Saturday – 11am-noon. This class is poetry in motion, revitalizing the body, freeing the mind and illuminating the spirit, on your way to creating vibrant health. Our class is designed to create interconnection between mind body & spirit. We will be working to build fluidity, flexibility and gentleness of movement. Class is perfect for anyone dealing with health issues, mental anxiety and stress. Awakening Wellness, 2126 1st Ave. S, St. Petersburg. Info on Facebook event page. 727-289-4747. Warming the Flow – 1-4pm. Enjoy whole body pain relief & much more. Embrace warm relaxation on the Advanced Vascular Circulation, Class 2, FDA cleared, non-invasive Miracle Device. Free. 3530 1st Ave. N, 1st flr conference rm. (left of stairs), St. Pete. Limited seating. Register with Harvey Pearlman, LMT, ma3019, 727-259-8232. NulifeVentures.com/harveypearlman. Now Playing Saturdays: The Dr. Tracie Show – 3-4pm. Listen Live on iHeart Radio to “Your expert in Integrative Medicine.” NewsRadio WFLA 970.
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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. 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.
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Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide call 727.865.9339 or go to NATampa.com and request a media kit.
ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Chris Dziubinski, DOM, AP, L. Ac 12952 N Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa 813-935-CARE (2273) MindBodySpiritCare.com
Florida Board Certified Acupuncture Physician offering acupuncture therapies for the whole family. Established, comfortable, caring and professional integrative medicine clinics in South & North Tampa. In-network with most medical insurances; accept payments from HRA, HSA and FSA.
Jade Tree Wellness Center Tom Elman, AP, LMT 3039 - 49th St. N, St. Petersburg 727-344-8690 JadeTreeWellness.com
Happy, Healthy, Whole! Acupuncture, Herbs and Massage to help you feel better. We treat everything from asthma to emotional issues, from Acid Reflux to Fibromyalgia. Free Consultations!
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.
Professional Herbalists Training Program Acupuncture & Herbal Therapies 2520 Central Ave., 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. See ad page 32.
Orthomolecular Nutrition & Wellness 9225 Ulmerton Rd., Ste. 312, Largo 727-518-9808 OrthoLiving.com.
Dr. David Minkoff Dr. Rodney Soto Sue Morgan, APRN and Karima Redouan, APRN 301 Turner St., Clearwater 727-466-6789 LifeWorksWellnessCenter.com Specializing in Ozone Therapy, IV Therapy, Heavy Metal Detoxification, Neurological Issues, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Gut Issues, Thyroid Issues and IPT for Cancer treatment. See ad inside front cover.
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GENTLE TOUCH CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Colette Cseszko 10575 68th Ave., Seminole 727-235-3265 Gentle-Chiro.com
Spa-like wellness center offering chiropractic, acupuncture and physical therapy modalities. 18+ years’ experience in treatment of spine-related conditions, including tailbone misalignments, chronic sacroiliac dysfunction, piriformis issues and upper cervical disorders. On site X-ray. See ad page 6.
Natural Living Chiropractic & wellness center Dr. Paula Giusto 310 South Brevard Ave., Tampa 813-253-2565 NaturalLivingChiropractic.org
Family chiropractic care, wellness care, nutritional counseling, neuromuscular massage therapy. Jin Shin Jyutsu & craniosacral therapy.
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.
apothecary Six Oaks Wellness Apothecary Carolyn Zinober, LMT, Esthetician, Clinical Herbalist, Aromatherapist 607 1st. Ave. SW, Largo 727-501-1700
SixOaksWellness.com Clinical herbalist and massage therapist offering consultations, extensive line of Eastern/Western Herbs, Teas, Essential oils, CBD, Supplements, and learning workshops. Visit your neighborhood apothecary today! See ad page 29.
alternative medicine LIFEWORKS WELLNESS CENTER
chiropractic
astrology Astrology for Your Soul
Aluna Michaels, M.A., Esoteric Astrologer Dunedin 727-239-7179 AlunaMichaels.com Second-generation astrologer and Soul Evolutionist practitioner. Over 25 years of experience. Insightful, unique perspective on goals and issues. “Together we will unveil your soul’s purpose.”
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colon Hydrotherapy 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.
dentists Beata carlson, DDS
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.
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.
for rent Renew Spa and Wellness Toni Mastroianni 14352 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Carrollwood 813-450-1852 RenewSpaAndWellness.com Wellness/Medical room(s). Beautiful facility with plenty of client parking and street visibility. Utilities, including Wi-Fi, concierge booking & client software solutions programs with marketing available.
Colors of Joy, LLC
Patricia Salas, MA, LMT (MA89483) 813-380-3762 ColorsOfJoyByPatricia@gmail.com ColorsOfJoyByPatricia.com Reiki, intuitive energy balance and healing massage; tarot/oracle readings; past life regressions, private and group sessions available; doTERRA essential oils and wellness products.
paul t. rodeghero, dds
Clearwater Family Dental 215 S Myrtle Ave., Clearwater 727-442-3363 MyClearWaterFamilyDental.com We are a full service family dental practice that stresses metal free restorations, safe mercury removal, ozone and laser dentistry. We welcome patients of all ages and can handle any concern that you may have. See ad page 15.
Robert J. Yu, DMD
Tampa Bay Dental Implants & Periodontics 6700 Crosswinds Dr., Ste. 200-B, St. Petersburg 727-384-9122 TBPerio.com
The only board certified periodontist and implant surgeon in Tampa Bay offering ceramic/ zirconia non-metal implants. State-of-the-art treatments include CBT imaging, LANAP and digital intraoral scanner, eliminating messy impressions. See ad page 41.
feldenkrais method Bonnie Kissam, M.A., Feldenkrais Practitioner, LMT, CE Provider
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. See ad page 37.
hypnosis UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES HYPNOSIS, INC.
Patricia V. Scott, President 727-943-5003 UPHypnosis@yahoo.com, UPHypnosis.com Professional Hypnosis & NLP Certification Training, Weekly classes & Private sessions (Smoking, Weight, Stress, Sports, Habits), Clinical/Medical Hypnotherapy available w/referral. Speaking Services & Corporate Programs. See ad page 6.
integrative medicine Integrative Therapeutics Dr. Prudhvi Karumanchi 8320 Stone Run Ct., Tampa 33615 813-322-6171 IntTherapeutics.com
Committed to finding the root cause, Holistic MD offers: IV Nutrition, Regenerative Treatments, Functional Medicine, Heavy Metal Detox, Energy Healing, Weight Loss, Anti-aging and more. Out-of-Network Provider. See ad page 14.
Mind Body spirit Care
Ron N. Shemesh, M.D. 12952 N Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa 813-935-CARE (2273) MindBodySpiritCare.com Integrative & holistic medicine for women & men: Natural Hormone Therapy, Anti-Aging, IV Chelation, Nutritional Vitamin Therapy, Fatigue & Stress Management, Weight Loss, Yoga, Nutritional Counseling. Affiliated with St. Joseph Hospital. Most insurance accepted.
941-360-2248 Bonnie@FeldenkraisInSarasota.com FeldenkraisInSarasota.com
Revolutionary somatic approach that expands abilities through quieting old patterns, developing new. Offering: Touch to Inform Professional Seminars; Feldenkrais Awareness Classes with Fon Nguyen, PT.
The way you think, the way you behave, the way you eat, can influence your life by 30 to 50 years. ~Deepak Chopra
INTUITIVE HEALING SolGarden Holistic Therapy, LLC Ellen Mooney, Reiki Master 727-754-4340 EllenMooney7@gmail.com SolGardenHolistic.com
Relax, de-stress and come back to the peace of your Soul with Guided Meditations, Intuitive Healing or Usui Reiki sessions by phone and in-person. With over 25 years’ experience and training, I will help you release energy clutter and shift you to your true light-filled self. Gift Certificates available.
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 pages 11 and 23.
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St. Petersburg Health & Wellness Dr. Les Cole Kathie Gonzales, ARNP 2100 Dr. MLK Jr. St. N, St. Petersburg 727-202-6807 StPetehw.com AwakeningWellness.org
psychologist Elizabeth Rice, LCSW
6251 Park Blvd., Ste. 9C, Pinellas Park 33781 727-300-9382 esLifeCoach.com, License SW15178 Heal the whole being including body, mind, spirit and emotions. Increase your quality of life; facilitate emotional healing. Specializing in Anxiety, Mood, Behavior, Trauma, Family. See ad page 53.
Functional, Regenerative, Integrative & Preventative Medicine. Treating Thyroid, Autoimmune Diseases, Cancer Support, Natural Hormone Replacement, Stem Cells, Exosomes, PRP and Joint Rejuvenation, IV Nutritional Therapy. See ad pages 9 and 17.
Success by design
9095 Belcher Road, Pinellas Park 727-548-0001 PoundsAwayTampaBay.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. See ad page 4.
spiritual intuitive Lisa Miliaresis
Extreme Communication 727-239-0656 Lisa@2Communicate.net 2Communicate.net Lisa offers private individual and group channeling sessions, as well as private counseling sessions for those looking for direction in developing their own personal practice.
veterinarian Healthy PAWsibilities Natural Pet Wellness Center Dr. Cathy Alinovi DVM 628 Cleveland St, #17, Clearwater 727-510-3665 HealthyPawsibilities.com.
Offering only holistic health options. Nutrition, herbal support, body balancing, canine fitness, reiki and more. See ad page 48.
Medicine River Animal Hospital Shawna L. Green, DVM 13495 Gulf Boulevard Madeira Beach 727-299-9029 MedicineRiverAnimalHospital.com
Compassionate health care catered toward the needs of your pet offering preventative medicine, surgery, dentistry, senior wellness, and more. See ad page 48.
yoga Young Foundational Health Center John D. Young, M.D. 7241 Bryan Dairy Road, Largo 727-545-4600 YoungFoundationalHealth.com
Author of Beyond Treatment. Creator of Young Health Products. Offering specialized treatments for chronic diseases. Therapies include Bio-identical Hormone, Stem Cell, Vitamin IV, Chelation, Ozone. Special Testing and Nutritional Education. See ad page 31.
neurologist Dr. Rodney Soto
LifeWorks Wellness Center 301 Turner Street, Clearwater 727-466-6789 LifeWorkswellnessCenter.com
thermography GREENPOINT THERMOGRAPHY John D. Bartone MD Thomas Hudson MD 7901 4th Street North, Suite 316 St. Petersburg, FL 33702 727-576-0100 GreenPointThermography.com
The only physician owned and operated thermography practice in Tampa Bay - serving Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco counties. Accredited by the American College of Clinical Thermology. See ad page 22.
Tampa Bay Thermography
June Drennon, CCT 2008 JuneDrennon@TampaBayThermography.com 727-729-2711 TampaBayThermography.com Certified Clinical Thermographer 2008. Mindful Wellness with Thermography! Knowledge is power: Know your risk factors to make corrections and avoid developing pathology. Call for location convenient for you. See ad page 46.
Dr. Soto is a Board Certified Neurologist who specializes in treating patients with Alzheimer’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Dementia, Parkinson’s, ALS and Neurological Lyme disease. See ad inside cover.
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Psycho Gong Yoga
Adele Giotta, D.C. (Joti Nam Kaur), RYT-200, Master Gong Practitioner 11561 Walsingham Road, Suite C, Largo 727-914-4900 PsychoGongYoga@gmail.com PsychoGongYoga.com A soothing space for the community to come and relax. This studio specializes in Kundalini Yoga and all classes include a gong relaxation or gong meditation. See ad page 34.
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