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

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Urban America is Going Green in a Big Way

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ELECTRIFYING FUTURE

Solar Power is a Worldwide Eco-Goldmine

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22 A LOVELY LOO THAT'S ALL GREEN, TOO

Tips for Eco-Friendly Plants, Shades and Cleaners

by Avery Mack

24 AN A FOR APPLES

It’s a Top-Ranked Superstar Fruit

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26 NEW CANCER

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Detects Illness in Time for Effective Treatment

by Shawn Messonnier

28 LIVE YOUR TRUE SELF 26 Four Tools Guide Us on Our Life Journey

by Indira Dyal-Dominguez

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I just learned of a very impressive non profit organization called Turn Earth Green (TurnEarthGreen.org), based right here in Las Vegas. Turn Earth Green was founded with the sole intention to create a healthier, cleaner environment for future generations by working closely with individuals and establishments in the adoption of green products, recycling programs and sustainable processes.

The mission of Turn Earth Green is to “educate, empower, and engage homeowners, businesses and establishments in implementing alternative energy systems and responsible Green practices.”

This awesome organization helps families in need through the Green a Family Program that assists in the installation of energy efficient systems to help reduce monthly utility costs, provides assistance in creating a more sustainable household, donates eco-friendly toys and clothing or simply assists in anyway possible to bring a smile to those in need.

Another program called, Feel Good Going Green Program, helps other non profit organizations develop into environmentally and financially sustainable operations including organizations such as homeless shelters, youth centers, medical facilities and churches. By creating a sustainable environment for these select organizations, it will reduce their monthly expenses and their environmental impact.

We know that recycling glass, plastic and paper is a necessity to create a cleaner environment. But along with these materials, we must realize the impact we face when food scraps are not recycled. Turn Earth Green’s Recipes for Recycling program focuses on educating establishments on glass, paper, cardboard, plastic and food scrap recycling. Educating establishments on the most efficient processes will allow them to benefit both environmentally and financially. This program focuses on larger establishments such as restaurants, hotels/resorts and anyplace food and beverage products are heavily used.

With the threat of global warming looming over the horizon and energy prices sky rocketing, we must also consider new alternative energy sources, which is why Turn Earth Green has created the Clean and Smarter program. They introduce products that help reduce emissions and resources, focusing on the introduction of Green technology. Such products as vertical wind turbines, waste oil generators and water saving technologies are introduced to make establishments aware that there are products out there that will benefit their businesses both environmentally and financially.

As globalization makes the world become smaller, it becomes increasingly easy to see how the lives of people, plants, animals and ecosystems everywhere are closely synced up with one another. The truth is that everything we do every day has an impact on the planet — good or bad. The good news is that as an individual or corporation, you have the power to control most of your choices and, therefore, the impact you create. Where you buy, where and what you eat and what you use to light your home or business can have global impact.

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newsbriefs Experience Quantum Balance Crystals with TLC

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ammy Lynn Calderon (TLC) is the founder and “heart” of Quantum Balance Crystals (QBC).

She has an intense passion for feeling life, being in balance and synchronization with the world and says, “I am very connected to source and my spiritual tuning is the core of the Quantum Balance Crystals rainbow experience.”

Quantum Balance Crystals are skillfully handcrafted with love in the mountains of the eastern U.S. Each crystal is infused with beneficial and specific frequencies that optimize the health and vital energy of all living beings, including plants and animals.

Calderon says, “QBCs shift energy to an organized and structured form, restoring balance and strength in the body. Wearing a QBC allows us to counteract chaotic frequencies, resulting in a natural grounding effect and stabilized energy field.”

Calderon also offers energy consulting with homes, buildings and self. ”I can feel people's color that will resonate with them the most. There are messages and purpose in each color,” she says. “I can teach you how to balance your chakras with color and energy techniques to keep you and your environment feeling joyful and radiant.”

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Pet Adoption Day at Heritage Park Senior Facility

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he third annual Heritage Park Senior Facility Local Pet Adoption Day will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., October 11. The event includes on-site adoptions by local rescues, canine nail trimming and other helpful services (some for a nominal fee), plus a variety of informational and vendor booths. Trainers, pet store representatives and pet-friendly vendors will answer questions about pet nutrition, health and behavior, as well as how to transition an adopted pet into any household.

“Pets require dedication and commitment, but the rewards are worth the effort,” says Henderson Mayor Andy Hafen. “For older people, pets can help to provide health benefits as they get people up and out of the house going for walks and socializing with other pet owners. Adult dogs in need of good homes are often excellent choices for older people looking for a canine companion.”

Elizabeth Smart Headlines Signs of Hope Dinner

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he Rape Crisis Center (RCC) is hosting a fundraising dinner themed Signs of Hope at 6 p.m., October 29, at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, to commemorate the nonprofit’s 40th anniversary of serving victims of sexual assault in southern Nevada. The evening’s keynote speaker is Elizabeth Smart, the 2002 kidnapping victim who was taken from her home when she was 14 years of age and spent nine months in captivity enduring significant physical, sexual and emotional abuse. She will share a message of inspiration and hope that reclaiming life after sexual assault is possible.

Special honorees include U.S. Congresswoman Dina Titus, Marcy Humm and Nina Radetich. Senator Richard Bryan will present the Legislative Hero Award to Titus. Carolyn McClure, daughter of RCC founder Florence McClure, will present the Commitment to Success Award to Humm, and Pat Thacker, longtime RCC board member and supporter, will present the Commitment to Sustainability Award to Radetich.

Tickets are $200 or $1,800 for a table of 10. Call 702-385-2153 or visit rcclv.org/rcc-events/signs-of-hope40th-anniversary-dinner to purchase.

Admission is free and well-mannered leashed dogs are welcome. Location: 300 S. Racetrack Rd. For more information, call 702-267-2950 or visit CityOfHenderson.com.

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newsbriefs A New Direction for Neti Pots

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sed for centuries in Asian cultures to support nasal health and eliminate toxins from the nasal mucosa, neti pots have recently become popular in the Western world and are recognized for their value in preventing and relieving sinus infections.

Typically, a mild solution of unrefined sea salt and purified or distilled water is poured from one nostril through the other to flush out unwanted mucus, bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms. Herbalist Steven Frank, of Nature’s Rite, points to a powerful new paradigm that helps neti pot users deal even more effectively with infection: a regimen of aqueous, colloidal silver and soothing herbal and plant extracts.

Frank recommends using the neti pot with a colloidal silver wash that is retained in the nostrils for several minutes. “Bacteria and fungus stick rather well to the nasal mucosa and few are flushed out with simple saline flushes,” he explains. “Most of these nasty pathogens adhere to the mucosa with what is called a biofilm. Within this slime layer, they are well protected and thrive in the warm moist sinuses, so a small saline bath once a day doesn’t bother them much. However, colloidal silver disables certain enzymes needed by anaerobic bacteria, viruses, yeasts and fungus, resulting in their destruction. And, unlike antibiotics, silver does not allow resistant ‘super bugs’ to develop.”

He also suggests soothing the sinuses with restorative herbal decoctions. Calendula, plantain and aloe contain vital nutrients that soothe and heal, while Echinacea root and grapefruit seed extract offer antimicrobial benefits.

Frank emphasizes the importance of using a neti pot safely and responsibly and warns against table salt, which can irritate nasal membranes, and tap water, which may contain contaminants.

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Yoga Therapy for Breast Cancer Recovery

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as Vegas native Alicia Cuglietta, PYT, CES, of Down Dog Diagnostics, LLC, is a professional yoga therapist and a cancer exercise specialist. After learning of her mother’s breast cancer diagnosis, she went to work bringing these two modalities together. Cuglietta has developed a program for breast cancer recovery that reduces pain, lowers stress, improves breathing, increases range of motion, strength and flexibility and reduces the risk of lymphedema, a potentially dangerous side effect of treatment.

Cancer takes a toll on every aspect of being, and this yoga therapy program works to bring harmony and balance back to the person, no matter what stage of treatment or recovery they’re in. It approaches the individual as a whole being, not just a sum of their surgical parts, and helps them develop a sense of well-being that fosters recovery and increases quality of life.

Down Dog Diagnostics, LLC, offers yoga therapy, meeting individuals where they are on their road to health and healing and develops personalized wellness programs to help them progress.

For more information, call 702-768-2906 or visit DownDogDiagnostics.com.

Zombies, Run!

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Zombie Run 5K and Family Fun Walk will take place beginning at 3:30 p.m., October 25, at Equestrian Park South. The zombie-themed 3.1-mile run and family fun walk will be held at the Equestrian Trail with a spooky and exciting theme filled with lots of Halloween excitement.

Come dressed up as a zombie or favorite Halloween costume. Participants can walk at a zombie’s pace or run like a maniac while encountering mysterious surprises throughout the trail. Medals are awarded to all 5k participants that cross the finish line. Halloween fun with bounce houses and other activities will be available afterwards. Bring the entire family. All ages and fitness levels are welcome.

Entry fee for 5K is $12 to $15; Family Fun Walk is $6 to $25. 1200 Equestrian Dr. (at Magic Way). Register online at CityOfHenderson.com/parks/events/zombie5k. php using activity code 644080.

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A Little Help in the Kitchen

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ook Lisa Cheplak and health coach Sari Dennis will teach a two-part Tasty Health course from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., October 3 and 24, at Desert Shores, in Las Vegas, for those wishing to make quick and healthy dishes. This two-class cooking series, Greens and Beans, features delicious, healthy, plantbased dishes and emphasizes the importance of bringing nutritional foods into our diet.

Cheplak is a commercial real estate professional at Colliers International and creator of More Broccoli, Please (MoreBroccoliPlease.com), a blog where she educates families about the importance of eating a well-balanced, plantbased diet and brings kids in the kitchen to experience a hands-on approach to healthy eating. Dennis, founder of My Wellness Counts (MyWellnessCounts.com) and is a boardcertified health and wellness counselor and certified Food for Life Cooking instructor.

Cost for both classes is $60. RSVP to TastyHealth@hotmail. com. For more information, call 702-433-4339.

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healthbriefs

Energy Efficiency Improves Family Health

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esearch from Columbia, Maryland’s National Center for Healthy Housing suggests that adding insulation and more efficient heating systems can significantly increase the health of household residents. The researchers studied 248 households in New York City, Boston and Chicago that underwent energy conservation improvements by trained energy efficiency professionals, including installing insulation and heating equipment and improving ventilation.

After the improvements, subjects reported reductions in sinusitis (5 percent), hypertension (14 percent) and obesity (11 percent).

Although a 20 percent reduction in asthma medication use was reported, two measures of asthma severity worsened; the scientists called for further study of the asthma-related outcomes.

A similar study from New Zealand’s University of Otago examined 409 households that installed energy-efficient heating systems. Children in these homes experienced fewer illnesses, better sleep, better allergy and wheezing symptoms and fewer overall sick days. In examining 1,350 older homes where insulation was installed, the research also found improvements in health among family residents.

Water Fluoridation Gets Another Thumbs-Down

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n extensive review of research from the UK’s University of Kent has concluded that fluoridation of municipal water supplies may be more harmful than helpful, because the reduction in dental cavities from fluoride is due primarily from its topical application instead of ingestion. Published in the Scientific World Journal earlier this year, the review, which covered 92 studies and scientific papers, concludes that early research showing a reduction of children’s tooth decay from municipal water fluoridation may have been flawed and hadn’t adequately measured the potential harm from higher fluoride consumption.

The researchers note that total fluoride intake from most municipalities can significantly exceed the daily recommended intake of four milligrams per day, and that overconsumption is associated with cognitive impairment, thyroid issues, higher fracture risk, dental fluorosis (mottling of enamel) and enzyme disruption. The researchers also found clear evidence for increased risk of uterine and bladder cancers in areas where municipal water was fluoridated.

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What to Expect on a First Acupuncture Visit

by Rachel Kohl

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lthough acupuncture is thousands of years old, it is rather new to the Western world. For this reason, many prospective patients have no idea what to expect during their first visit with an Oriental medicine doctor (OMD), and may even delay treatment from fear of the unknown. Here is what they can expect during their first visit to a local OMD.

Initial visits are typically between one and two hours, depending upon the practitioner. During this time, the doctor will ask many questions about any current symptoms, medical history and questions relating to the current state of overall health. He or she will also examine the tongue and take the pulse on both wrists, both of which provide helpful diagnostic information.

The patient then lies down, needle sites are swabbed with alcohol and needles are inserted. Acupuncture needles are single-use, sterile, disposable and of a very thin gauge. In fact, a dozen or more acupuncture needles can fit into the tip of one hypodermic needle. Patients generally feel little to no sensation upon needle insertion, and often become so relaxed during the treatment that they fall asleep. Generally, there is no need to disrobe, because most points can be accessed by rolling up clothing. The needles are typically left in for 15 to 30 minutes, with the practitioner checking in on the patient regularly.

Acupuncture is a safe, effective treatment modality for many conditions, and is being covered more and more by insurance companies. Patients should contact a local OMD to see if they are a candidate or have any further.

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globalbriefs Household Hazards

States Move Against Toxic Chemicals in Everyday Products This year, at least 33 states are taking steps to address the untested and toxic chemicals in everyday products. Many toys, clothes, bedding items and baby shampoos contain chemicals toxic to the brain and body. The federal 1976 Toxic Substances Control Act has become outdated, allowing untested chemicals and known carcinogens, hormone disruptors, heavy metals and other toxins to be ingredients in commonly used products.

Wise new policies would change labeling and disclosure rules for manufacturers so that concerned consumers know what chemicals products contain and/or completely phase out the use of chemicals like bisphenol A (BPA) in infant formula cans, food packaging and receipt paper; formaldehyde in children’s personal care products; chlorinated tris (hydroxymethylaminomethane) in toxic flame retardants and other consumer products; phthalates, lead and/or cadmium in children’s products; and mercury.

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False Alarm

Expiration Labels Lead People to Toss Good Food Several countries are asking the European Commission to exempt some products like long-life produce from the mandatory “best before” date labels because they lead to food waste. According to a discussion paper issued by the Netherlands and Sweden and backed by Austria, Denmark, Germany and Luxembourg, many food products are still edible after the labeled date, but consumers throw them away because of safety concerns.

The European Union annually discards about 89 million metric tons of edible food. In the U.S., food waste comprises the greatest volume of discards going into landfills after paper, reports the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. In 2012, this country generated 36 million tons of food waste, but only 3 percent of this waste stream was diverted from landfills.

A 2013 report co-authored by the Natural Resources Defense Council and Harvard Law School’s Food Law and Policy Clinic proposes that producers and retailers take other steps to prevent the discarding of good food.

Source: EnvironmentalLeader.com.

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National parks have an undeniable environmental impact on the very lands they seek to preserve. Yellowstone’s managers have been working on ambitious management goals to elevate it to be a world leader in environmental stewardship and become one of the greenest parks in the world by 2016.

The Yellowstone Environmental Stewardship Initiative goals (against a 2003 baseline) are to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30 percent (50 percent by 2025); reduce both electricity and water consumption by 15 percent; reduce fossil fuel consumption by 18 percent; and divert all municipal solid waste from landfills.

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Methane Dangers May Be Three Times the Estimate Results of a meta-analysis of 20 years worth of scientific studies published in Science magazine conclude that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has underestimated the natural gas industry’s climate impact by 25 to 75 percent by not including methane leakage from fracking, gas drilling operations and pipelines. Methane, the main component of natural gas, is a potent greenhouse gas.

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration researcher Gabrielle Petron voices concern with the discrepancies because, “Emission estimates, or ‘inventories’, are the primary tool that policy makers and regulators use to evaluate air quality and climate impacts.”

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AlphaBio Centrix, a Nevada-based Research and Development Company, has developed a wearable non drug “energy patch” that can be worn by itself or for added or enhanced benefit with the use of medical cannabis consumers.

When the “Relax bio energy patch” was applied at the same time the consumer used medical cannabis, their symptoms were reduced by 50 percent, and their pain became more manageable. Their enhanced experience eases stress and stress indicators and the patient exhibited a more relaxed and euphoric state of mind. The “energy patch” is considered a complementary therapy and has no side effects because there are no chemicals involved.

The “Relax skin patch” is now being sold as a “non-transdermal”, no medication (skin) patch that is used in conjunction with the energetic exchange that promotes the balance of the human body.

The “Relax” patch is infused with the same energetic frequencies of cannabis to influence the human auric field that physically results in euphoria and relaxation and reduces the fear associated with pain. This “energy field” surrounds all life forms – and when fully functional, it is far reaching. In fact, it can be influenced by this patch, similar to the techniques of acupuncture. When stimulated, energy flows through pathways known as meridians and results in healing and balance.

The cannabis plant for decades has been considered a “pop-culture” drug that has been used for recreational purposes, and not considered in this country to have any medical benefits, until the last fifteen years.

Researchers, including AlphaBio Centrix have developed methods that are proprietary in nature, but hold valuable information that the body’s energy field can be influenced when frequencies of cannabis enters this informational system. Recent scientific breakthroughs reveal that our cells contain cannabinoid receptors that block pain and stress and create a “euphoric” state. Medical cannabis (or medical marijuana) refers to the use of cannabis and its constituent cannabinoids, such as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), as medical therapy to treat pain, disease or cancer. The cannabis plant has a history of medicinal use dating back thousands of years across many cultures.

At AlphaBio Centrix, we believe we are the threshold of many psychological and biological discoveries using enhanced “bio energy patch” therapy for medical treatments that the human body is just waiting to be discovered. In most cases the current list of patches offered by AlphaBio Centrix can reduce stress, fear, anxiety and a myriad of other symptoms related to the changes in our lives and our environment.

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Healthy Housing The concept of home is undergoing a radical makeover. From villages of “smallest houses” (usually no bigger than 350 square feet), to low-income urban housing complexes, people interested in smaller, more self-sufficient homes represent a fast-growing, increasingly influential segment of today’s housing market, according to experts such as Sarah Susanka, author of The Not So Big House. Google reports that Internet searches for information on “tiny houses” has spiked recently. Economic freedom is one factor motivating many to radically downsize, according to Bloomberg News (Tinyurl.com/ TinyHouseDemand).

Cities nationwide have overhauled their building codes. Cincinnati, for example, has moved to the forefront of the eco-redevelopment trend with its emphasis on revamping instead of demolishing existing buildings. Private sector leaders are on board as well; a transition to buildings as sustainable ecosystems keeps gaining ground through certification programs such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), and the “living building” movement begun

by Seattle’s Cascadia Green Building Council has gone international.

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oday, buzzwords like “sustainability” and “green building” dominate discussions on how to overcome the unhealthful effects of climate change, extreme local weather events and pervasive pollution. Now, a growing body of research indicates an unexpected upside of living greener; it not only makes us healthier, but happier, too.

It’s all helping to spread the “green neighborhood” idea across the U.S., from pioneering metropolises like New York, San Francisco and Portland, Oregon, to urban centers like Cincinnati, Detroit and Oakland, California.

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A sustainable, or “eco”-city, generally runs on clean and renewable energy, reducing pollution and other ecological footprints, rather than on fossil fuels. Along with building entire

eco-cities, developers also are striving to replace hard-luck industrial pasts and turn problems such as depopulated urban cores into opportunities for fresh approaches.

“We are having a major rethink about urban development,” says Rob Bennett, founding CEO of EcoDistricts (EcoDistricts.org), a Portland-based nonprofit skilled in developing protocols for establishing modern and sustainable city neighborhoods. The group has recently extended help to seven other cities, including Boston, Denver and Los Angeles, applying innovations to everything from streetscapes to stormwater infrastructure.

“The failures of the old, decaying urban and suburban models are evident,” says Bennett. “We’re now learning how to do it well and create environmentally sustainable, people-centered districts."

Friendly Neighborhoods Walkability is “in” these days, along with bike paths, locavore shopping and dining and expansion of public destinations, all of which draw residents out to meet their neighbors. This “new urbanism” is evident in places like Albuquerque’s emerging Mesa del Sol community and Florida’s proposed Babcock Ranch solarpowered city.

While public and private sectors are involved, residents are the catalysts for much of the current metamorphoses. Whether it’s a guerrilla gardener movement—volunteers turning vacant lots and other eyesores into flowering oases—creative bartering services or nanny shares, people-helping-people approaches are gaining momentum.

The Public School, an adult education exchange that began in Los Angeles in 2007 and has since spread to a dozen cities worldwide, the Seattle Free School,

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the Free University of New York City, and Washington, D.C.’s Knowledge Commons all have taken the do-it-yourself movement into the realm of adult education.

The latter offers more than 180 courses a year, most as free classes offered by and for local residents encompassing all neighborhoods, with topics ranging from urban foraging and vegan cooking to the workings of the criminal justice system.

Upgraded Transportation With America’s roads increasingly clogged with pollution-spewing vehicles, urban planners in most larger U.S. cities are overseeing the expansion of subway and light rail systems, revamped street car systems and even ferry and water taxi services in some places. Meanwhile, electric vehicles (EV) got a boost from four New England states, plus Maryland, New York, Texas and Oregon, which have joined California in building networks of EV charging stations, funding fleets of no- or low-emission government cars and making green options clearer for consumers.

If all goes as planned, the nine states estimate that 3.3 million plug-in automobiles could hit the streets by 2025.

Mass transit, biking and walking are often quicker and cheaper ways to get around in densely populated urban centers. Car sharing, bike taxis and online app-centric taxi services are popular with increasingly car-free urban youth.

Boston’s Hubway bike-sharing program

addresses affordability with a $5 annual membership for low-income residents.

One common denominator of the new urbanism is an amplification of what’s considered to be in the public welfare. Through partnerships among public and private sectors and community groups, organizations like EcoDistricts are developing ways to help communities in the aftermath of natural disasters like hurricanes and tornadoes, seasonal flooding and water shortages.

Coastal cities, for example, are grappling with ways to safeguard public transit and other vulnerable infrastructure.

Designing for better public health is a central tenet of sustainability, as well.

Active Design Guidelines for promoting physical activity, which first gained traction in New York City before becoming a national trend, intend to get us moving.

Banishing the core bank of elevators from central locations, architects substitute invitingly light and airy stairwells.

Evolving cityscapes make it easier for commuters to walk and bike.

Tyson’s Corner, outside of Washington, D.C., has made sidewalk construction integral to the overhaul of its automobile-centric downtown area.

Memphis recently added two lanes for bikes and pedestrians along Riverside Drive overlooking the Mississippi River, while Detroit’s HealthPark initiative has many of the city’s public parks serving as sites for farm stands, mobile health clinics and free exercise classes.

Clean Energy The ways we make and use energy are currently being re-envisioned on both large and small scales. Solar cooperatives have neighbors banding together to purchase solar panels at wholesale prices. Startup companies using computer algorithms map the solar production potential of virtually every rooftop in the country. However, while solar panels and wind turbines are rapidly becoming part of the new normal, they are only part of the energy revolution just getting started.

In the past several years, microgrids have proliferated at hospitals, military bases and universities from Fort Bragg, in North Carolina, to the University of California at San Diego. These electrical systems can operate in tandem with utility companies or as self-sufficient electrical islands that protect against power outages and increase energy efficiency, sometimes even generating revenue by selling unused electricity to the grid. While still costly and complicated to install, “Those barriers are likely to fall as more companies, communities and institutions adopt microgrids,” says Ryan Franks, technical program manager with the National Electrical Manufacturers Association.

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beginning to also reach into low-income neighborhoods through mobile markets, a kind of farmers’ market on wheels, and an explosion of urban gardens and city farms. Ohio City Farm (OhioCity.org) grows food for in-need residents on six acres overlooking the Cleveland skyline.

In Greenville, South Carolina, the Judson Community Garden is one of more than 100 gardens in the downtown area, notes Andrew Ratchford, who helped establish it in a neighborhood four miles from the nearest supermarket.

Giving residents an alternative to unhealthy convenience store fare is just one of the garden’s benefits, Ratchford says.

“We’re seeing neighbors reestablish that relationship just by gardening together.”

Waste Reduction

While cities nationwide have long been working to augment their recycling and find more markets for residents’ castoffs, many are becoming more sophisticated in repurposing what was formerly considered trash. Reclaimed wood flooring in new homes and urban compostsharing services are just two examples

characterizing the evolution in how we dispose of and even think about waste.

We may still be far from a world in which waste equals food, as described by environmental innovators William McDonough and Michael Braungart in their groundbreaking book, Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things. Nevertheless, projects certified as cradle-to-cradle are cutting manufacturing costs and reducing pollution.

For example, carpet maker Shaw Industries Group, in Dalton, Georgia, reports savings of $2.5 million in water and energy costs since 2012, when it improved energy efficiency and began using more renewable material in its carpet tiles. Shaw is spending $17 million this year to expand its recycling program.

Stormwater runoff is a pervasive issue facing older cities. Many are now taking a green approach to supplementing—if not totally supplanting —oldfashioned underground sewage systems.

Along with creating new parks and public spaces, current public spaces are often reconfigured and required to do

more. Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and Portland, among others, are instituting carefully planned and built green spaces to soak up rainwater and cut down on runoff into sewer drains—taking motor oil and other pollutants with it. Using revamped sidewalk, parking lot and roof designs, plus rain gardens designed to filter rainwater back into the ground, municipalities are even successfully reducing the need for costly underground sewer system overhauls.

The proliferation of rooftop gardens in places including Chicago, Brooklyn and Washington, D.C., and new green roof incentives in many cities nationwide further exemplify how what’s considered livable space is expanding. Altogether, eco-cities’ new green infrastructure is saving cities billions of dollars and improving the quality of life for residents by adding and enhancing public parklands and open spaces, a happy benefit for everyone.

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Thoughts from a City Dwelling Tree Hugger

by Enrique Garcia

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"The Greatest Threat to Our Planet Is the Belief That Someone Else Will Save It"

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~ Robert Swan

f the three R's (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle), Reduce is the least talked about. If other nations consumed resources at US rates, we would need six planets to meet such a demand. The 1st Earth Day was in 1970 and the world population was 3.7 billion. It took over 200,000 years to reach the 1st billion. The next billion only took 123 years. We are now adding another billion every 12-15 years and will soon reach nine billion. Same amount of resources, of which we have burned through two-thirds, but we'll soon have another six billion people with whom to share them.

While some progress has been made and more solar power was added in 2013 than in all previous years combined, I felt much more needed to be done. So, I turned our home into an Earth Library - a Permaculture Learning Center. I created an example of how every home in Las Vegas should be using Permaculture design principles to save energy and money. Few people know how much money there is to be saved by changing a few bad habits. There is not only a cost to the environment but also a huge financial cost in the reckless

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way we waste finite resources.

So, what does an Earth Library look like? For starters, we bury 70 percent of our compostable "trash" in the backyard (called in-ground composting) improving our soil to build our garden in order to grow our own food. When we send food waste to the landfill it turns into methane gas which is 25 times more potent than CO2 and is a major contributor to climate change. We also collect rainwater that allows us to go weeks without using city water for our vegetables. This summer we took on our most ambitious plan yet and lowered our air conditioner to 99 degrees (it wouldn't go any lower - we tried.) We wanted to prove that we could survive a summer in the second hottest city in America without air conditioning. By proving it can be done, we hope people will lower their thermostats by at least a few degrees in more temperate climates.

This might sound crazy to some, but it is actually quite sane if you take into consideration the previously stated statistics. Our kids and grandkids will not inherit the same earth from us that we were born into, unless we change how we live. Change, it turns out, is actually

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a lot easier than one might think.

Comfort levels are not etched in stone or something with which we are born. Comfort levels are learned behavior and something that can just as easily be unlearned.

In our case, we started a few years ago by not using air conditioning in our car after I discovered I was getting 25 percent fewer miles per tank of gas in the summer months. Vehicle air conditioning in the U.S. alone use seven to ten billion gallons of gasoline annually.

This was when gas first tripled in price, so we stopped using it. Now, we don't even miss it.

At home, since we use almost 20 percent of our electricity on air conditioning, as much as $2,500 every summer. Since summer in the desert is actually five months instead of three, running from May to September, we felt it was the most important habit to take on. Not only does electricity equal air pollution (asthma rates are at an all time high and are effecting more and more children) but air conditioning use is on the rise. Between 1993 and 2005 energy consumed by residential air conditioning in the U.S. doubled. In fact, we use more

electricity for cooling than the entire continent of Africa, home to a billion people, consumes for all purposes.

By now you might be wondering how we survived an entire summer in the desert with our thermostat set to 99 degrees.

It was challenging, to say the least, but we simply developed a fun routine for dealing with the heat. First, we homeschool so we were home during the day more than most families. But, after enjoying the "cool" 80's in the morning we would often leave the house in the afternoon when it got hot. We would go to a water park or the library until my wife left work at 5pm. Then we would run an errand or go shopping for groceries.

Upon returning home we could turn on all the fans and cool the house. It is actually a lot cooler outside than inside when you don't use air conditioning so we set up misters in the backyard and had dinner outside in the early evening.

At night we all slept in the same room which was cooled down with a window unit. According to my wife, sleeping in the heat was not negotiable, unless I wanted a divorce!

To some, this may sound like a hardship. However, I consider being addicted to comfort far more difficult, way more expensive and certainly negotiable.

When actually trying something to see what can change, rather than assuming

you cannot change, you learn a lot about yourself. In the last decade I've given up beer, soda, meat, dairy, coffee and now air conditioning. I am better off for each exclusion as is the planet.

As a family, learned that our sense of what is comfortable can change drastically in as little as a month. For example, our daughters chose to eat outside in July when we went to a restaurant because it was "too cold inside." On another day, my wife came home from work and said "it feels so good in here.” Yet, it was 89 degrees!

When the house reached the 90 plus degree mark, we were still hot, but able to deal with it (some people actually pay to go the spa - ours was free). Our strategy was to cool the person or a room using fans or a swamp cooler rather than waste energy trying to cool the entire house. In 80 degree temperatures we felt cool and comfortable. Seventy degree temperatures were way too cold. All this change occurred in only the first month.

We did have a few stumbles along the way. In May a window melted closed and our refrigerator stopped working.

While we made mistakes, our higher electricity use in June and July had more to do with preventing damage to personal property than with our own comfort level.

We learned a lot and know we will save even more next summer as we didn't get to implement all our permacul-

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ture practices in the first year.

We are currently improving our soil and next spring we hope to plant way more biomass to shade the house and the ground which surrounds it.

Overall, in comparison to a comparable family members house who set their thermostat to 78 degrees, we have so far saved $1400. Due to a deal with NV Energy agreeing to pay triple the regular rate between 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. all summer, we will be paying less than half the regular rate until next June. The savings will continue to add up.

Please continue to reuse and recycle, but if you really want to make a difference–Reduce! Consider reducing to be a high paying, part time job. It pays to care for the earth.

Enrique Garcia is a contributing writer for Natural Awakenings – Greater Las Vegas and is founder of the Earth Library, a Permaculture Learning Center. For more information visit Facebook.com/ EarthLibraryLV.

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The Sun’s Electrifying Future Solar Power is a Worldwide Eco-Goldmine

by Linda Sechrist

solar panels and systems funded by grants. “While we were cost-effective and decisive, the results were due to the honest, hardworking and dedicated people we found there,” he advises.

Williams initiated his pioneering advocacy of solar energy as a media specialist with the DOE during the Carter administration and served as the national media director for Greenpeace, in Washington, D.C. In 1997, he co-founded the solar installation company SELCO-India, which has supplied solar home systems to more than 150,000 families in India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Vietnam and South Africa. In 2005, he founded the solar solutions supplier Standard Solar Inc., of Rockville, Maryland.

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Humankind has sought for centuries to harness the sun because the cumulative energy of 15 minutes of its rays shining on Earth could power the world for a year. Following the invention of the solar collector in 1767, a slow, yet steady evolution of other breakthroughs in the quest have included the photovoltaic (PV) effect, observed in 1839, invention of the first solar cell in 1954 and a solarpowered communications satellite in 1958. Solar summits in 1973 and 1977 led to the inception of the Solar Energy Research Institute (now the National Renewable Energy Laboratory), part of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Organization Act signed by then-President Jimmy Carter.

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a global village of inventors, visionaries, scientists and engineers. Pioneering companies have produced technological advancements and reduced manufacturing costs that expand the sun’s services to the world. Today, thanks to solar power, many of the remotest villages in developing countries have electricity.

“Without solar photovoltaics on satellites and those powering the uplink transmitters, downlink receivers and associated equipment on the ground, the isolated residents of developing countries can’t join the modern world,” explains Neville Williams, author of the recently released book, Sun Power: How the Energy from the Sun is Changing Lives Around the World, Empowering America, and Saving the Planet.

As founder of the guerilla nonprofit Solar Electric Light Fund (SELF.org), Williams led the charge for electrifying households in 12 developing countries for 17 years, beginning in 1990, using

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The U.S. currently has an operating capacity of 13,000-plus megawatts of cumulative solar electricity—enough to power more than 2.2 million average American homes. As the industry grows, so does its impact. The Solar Foundation’s Solar Job Census 2013 reported nearly 143,000 solar workers in the U.S.—a 20 percent increase over 2012— at 6,100 businesses in 7,800 locations encompassing every state.

According to Yergin and Williams, the increasing value of nationwide solar installations has “electrified” the U.S. economy. In 2013, domestic solar electric installations were valued at $13.7 billion, compared to $11.5 billion in 2012 and $8.6 billion in 2011.

The top 10 states for annual additions of photovoltaic capacity in residential and commercial applications are California, Arizona, New Jersey, North Carolina, Nevada, Massachusetts, Hawaii, Colorado, New York and New Mexico.

Currently, there are more than 550 major solar projects underway nationally. Under the Obama administration, 16 of these have been permitted on federal lands and will provide 6,058 megawatts of generating capacity.

The two experts expect solar energy to be a major catalyst of global political and economic change. Williams contends that now is the time to fully access this cheapest form of unlimited energy.

“If millions of poor families in developing countries can get their electricity

from the sun, why can’t Americans do the same?” he queries.

In a 2002 National Public Radio Planet Money podcast, Yergin, president of Cambridge Energy Research Associates, in Massachusetts, addressed the concerns of everyone that sees the common sense of relying on solar energy.

“Technology will be central to solutions for our energy challenges,” he says. “What needs to be done is very, very large, as are the risks and challenges. What we have going for us is the greatest resource of all—human creativity—and for the first time in history, we are going to see it employed on a global scale.”

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Solar Blocks

by Neville Williams

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conomics, rather than technological concerns, are now driving the adoption of clean, safe, solar electricity to preserve the environment.

During this transition to a new energy paradigm, we can choose to embrace the solar imperative now, rather than later, and prepare for a post-carbon lifestyle without sacrificing our present quality of life.

Many hurdles have been overcome in the shift away from fossil fuels during the past two decades. Challenges still exist, but the hope is that we are on our way toward a brighter future with solar electricity made universally available. n The cost of solar photovoltaics has dropped 75 percent in the past four years, thanks to China. n Solar electricity is now the least expensive energy source in many

markets, overcoming for the first time the economic argument that it’s too expensive. n Innovative partnerships like that formed by green energy provider Viridian with large, full-service solar provider SolarCity lease solar panels to homeowners and businesses that significantly reduce upfront costs.

Installation costs, which once averaged more than $20,000, can now amount to just hundreds of dollars.

ergy storage, which allows the use of sun power at night, well-financed new “smart grid” technologies are rapidly emerging.

n Solar is disrupting the century-old central power generation model, and the challenge is to get the utility industry to change and adopt distributed solar. Utility companies that previously ignored solar energy now fear it might threaten their bottom line if they don’t get with the program.

n The impending showdown will be between corporate power and people power, comprised of homeowners and businesses producing their own electricity. The politics of energy is central to our national future. The question is, Can we change?

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A Lovely Loo that’s All Green, Too Tips for Eco-Friendly Plants, Shades and Cleaners

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ey elements like low-flow faucets and showerheads, VOC-free paint, sustainable flooring and nonporous countertops form the foundation of an eco-friendly bathroom. Now let’s take a look at the softer side of green.

Start by considering the use of honeycomb window shades and double-glazed windows to keep this most intimate room comfortable year-round and reduce utility bills. Periodically letting in fresh air helps keep the room dry and reduces growth of mold, mildew and bacteria.

While the kitchen harbors the most germs in the house, the bathroom is a close second. Instead of harsh chemical cleansers, try white vinegar, a safe and economical alternative. Its acidity is effective in killing most germs. Madeleine Somerville, of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, author of All You Need Is Less, uses heated vinegar misted on the shower door to remove soap scum. To achieve a shiny tub, she advises mixing one-quarter cup of baking soda, one tablespoon of natural dishwashing soap and enough water to make a paste. The baking soda also freshens the drain when the tub is

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rinsed. Toilet bowl ring stains can be scrubbed away with a pumice stone.

“Cleaning faucet aerators and exhaust vents on a regular basis extends equipment life, maintains efficiency and prevents minor plumbing problems,” advises Keita Turner, a New York City area interior designer. Turner has also installed dual-flush toilets that necessitate less water and upkeep.

Bathroom odors are another concern. A few drops of essential oil on a cotton ball placed inside the toilet paper roll freshens the air every time the roll turns—without the plastic waste byproduct from store-bought brands.

Baking soda removes odors in the bath like it does in the fridge. Upgrade from a simple bowlful by designing a mini-Zen meditation spot using a flat, open wooden box and a doll house-sized rake. Adding a smooth rock or two for texture heightens visual appeal.

Green plants can chip in by absorbing odors, as well. Many, like the Boston fern, thrive in shower steam. Flowering plants add an inviting touch. Be sure to choose child- and pet-safe greenery.

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Even quick, water-saving showers eventually result in towels and washcloths destined for the laundry. The Good Housekeeping Research Institute suggests that towels can be used up to four times before washing if they are hung to dry between showers, reducing both water and energy usage.

To avoid spreading germs, personalize towels and washcloths for each child by color or marking with an initial or colored dot. Organic cotton towels are eco-friendly, comfy and widely available, as are organic cotton bath mats. For the crafty, make a mat from recycled towels or upgrade to a foot-massaging mat made from recycled wine corks.

On special occasions when a soothing bath is called for, add a whimsical touch with Mr. Green, the world’s first rubber duck made in the U.S. from environmentally friendly, recycled and recyclable material. “Recycled materials call for different sculpting and molds, so designing Mr. Green was the hardest thing we’ve ever done,” says Craig Wolfe, president of CelebriDucks, in San Rafael, California. It’s a fun way to remind kids about going green while they spend a few

Cleaning Recipes Freshen drains and keep oils and lotions from clogging bathroom pipes by pouring one cup of baking soda into the drain, followed by a cup of hot, white vinegar. After it foams, wait five minutes and then flush with hot water.

Mix two tablespoons of salt with one teaspoon of white vinegar to form a paste effective for cleaning chrome faucets.

Scrub chrome with a cut lemon to remove hard water stains.

Use lemon juice and an old toothbrush to scrub grout.

Periodically douse the toilet with a half-cup of lemon juice and swish with a toilet bowl brush to keep it fresh.

Add a few tablespoons of lemon juice into a spray bottle filled with water to clean windows and mirrors.

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extra minutes getting clean.

To indulge in post-shower personal pampering, consider health-enhancing coconut oil for head-to-toe moisturizing. As a hair treatment, coconut oil blocks protein loss and reduces frizz.

Make a home exfoliating sugar scrub by combining one-half cup of virgin coconut oil, one cup of organic sugar and 20 drops of lime or another essential oil to gently scrub away dry winter skin. Dry skin and ragged cuticles also benefit from whipped coconut oil. Its antifungal properties help keep toenails healthy and sandal-ready.

Goat’s milk soap can reduce symptoms of dry skin, eczema and psoriasis.

Its alpha-hydroxy acids remove dead skin cells. Add honey as a natural antibacterial boost. Mixing in colloidal oatmeal produces a gentle exfoliator.

Let the next upgrade of the bathroom be of a more personal nature aligned with our core values of being good to our family and our home planet.

Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@ mindspring.com.

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utrient density—an acknowledged characteristic of apples—is considered the most significant qualification for a superfood. “It’s one of the healthiest foods,” advises Case Adams, from Morro Bay, California, a naturopathic doctor with a Ph.D. in natural health sciences. Apples’ antioxidant power alone could elevate it to status as a superior superfood. Eating apples could help ward off America’s most pressing yet preventable, chronic illnesses, that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services cites as heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

radicals) with unpaired electrons that hunt and steal partner electrons from the body’s cells. Imagine an electrical plug wherein the grounding wire has been eliminated or compromised. There is nothing to prevent a surge or fire.” This is comparable to what happens to a body impacted by a poor diet, lack of exercise, stress and illness; its healthy grounding Strategic Eating is compromised.

Morwenna Given, a medical herbalist When the overall damage to cell and Canadian member of the American structure overwhelms the body’s innate Herbalists Guild, from Toronto, explains antioxidation defenses, conditions are why and shares an analogy, “The nor- ripe for disease and accelerated aging. mal metabolic processes of oxidation Foods high in antioxidants, like the produce reactive oxygen species (free apple, help to neutralize the damage and heal bodily tissues.

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of vitamin C, all other nutrient compounds remain intact when the fruit is cooked.

Subtle differences in polyphenol levels exist among apple varieties, according to Linus Pauling Institute testing. Polyphenol compounds ultimately activate the fruit’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Northern spy, Fuji and especially red delicious varieties are the richest in antioxidants; empire and golden delicious harbor relatively low levels.

“Some older varieties that had lost popularity with large-scale commercial farmers are now being grafted again, thanks to a return to organic practices,” remarks Meredith Hayes, schools and student nutrition senior manager at FoodShare, a leading North American food security organization.

Note that conventionally grown apples top the Environmental Working Group’s list of 48 fruits and vegetables tested for pesticide residue (ewg.org/ foodnews/list.php). That’s yet another sound reason, along with better taste and nutrition, to go organic.

Good Genes

“The purpose of any seed is to replicate the species,” explains Given. “The pulp around the seed protects and feeds the seed until it’s burrowed into the soil and germinates. Older species evolved to be protective of their seeds to survive against pests and other insults. Commercially grown produce, however, has generally bred out the secondary metabolites that house so many of a plant’s nutrients.”

It helps to know that imperfectlooking food has potentially synthesized more sugars and nutrients in response to stress in order to survive, making blemishes or irregular shapes more appealing as consumers discover the core value of non-homogenized fruit.

By recognizing and appreciating the apple during this season’s harvest, we honor its versatility, affordability, broad availability and culinary flexibility.

Tania Melkonian is a certified nutritionist and healthy culinary arts educator in Southwest Florida. Connect at EATomology.com.

Apples in the Kitchen Creamy Curried Apple Soup

Apple-Cheddar Brunch Soufflé

Yields 6 large servings

Yields 8 servings

2 Tbsp mild curry spice mix 1 Tbsp olive or coconut oil 1 medium onion, diced 1 head broccoli, stems peeled and separated from florets, all chopped roughly 2 medium apples, cored and chopped* 3 cups vegetable or chicken stock 3 /4 cup unfiltered apple juice ¼ cup apple cider vinegar 1 sprig Thai basil for garnish

3 slices gluten-free or sprouted grain bread, torn into 1-in pieces 6 eggs 1 cup milk (flax, coconut, almond or goat) 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp nutmeg 4 Tbsp grass-fed butter 3 large sage leaves 6 apples, cored and sliced into wedges (about 8 per apple) 1 cup grated goat’s milk cheddar cheese

(Gala, Jonagold)

*During preparation, keep apples in a large bowl of ice water with one Tbsp of vinegar or lemon juice to prevent browning.

Grated Apple-Radish Salad with ‘Smoked Caramel’ Dressing

(Granny Smith, Honeycrisp)

(Red Delicious)

Arrange bread on a baking sheet. Toast until light brown. Set aside.

Preheat oven to 350° F.

Heat a large pot on medium heat.

When pot is warm, add spice mix until aroma is released. Add oil and stir for a minute.

Add onions and half of the apples, stirring the mixture until onions and apples soften. Add broccoli, stock and juice. Stir and reduce heat. Cover and cook on low for 20 to 25 minutes.

Remove from heat and use a blender to purée the soup in batches. Return to pot; add vinegar and the rest of apples. Stir and heat gently before serving.

This soup can be kept in the refrigerator for up to seven days or the puréed soup can be frozen for several months. Defrost and add diced, raw apples before heating and serving.

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Whisk eggs, milk and spices together until some small bubbles form on surface.

Yields 6 servings Dressing Ingredients: 3 Tbsp organic tamari soy sauce 1 tsp smoked paprika (pimentón) 5 Tbsp sesame oil 2 tsp maple syrup Whisk ingredients together until combined.

Salad Ingredients: 1 cup cooked red quinoa 2 cups grated apple Grated radish (daikon or red work well) 1 cup chopped chives 1 cup toasted pine nuts (optional) Combine ingredients together until incorporated. Add dressing just before serving and mix to combine.

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Heat a skillet on medium heat. Melt 3 Tbsp of butter and drop in sage leaves.

Allow butter to bubble, not burn.

Drop apple wedges in and stir, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until apples are slightly soft. Remove apple mixture from heat. Remove sage leaves.

Use 1 Tbsp butter to grease a 9-inch springform pan, deep baking dish or Dutch oven. Arrange 1/3 of bread in a layer on the bottom. Sprinkle ¼ of grated cheese on top. Spoon 1/3 of apple mixture on top. Repeat twice. Pour egg mixture on top.

Bake on middle rack for 30 minutes.

Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.

Bake for an additional 15 minutes.

Courtesy of Tania Melkonian, EATomology.com

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et owners often ask if there’s an accurate, inexpensive way to test dogs for cancer before they develop clinical signs of it. A diagnosis early in the course of the disease is crucial for beginning effective treatment and better outcomes.

Until recently, the answer to their question was no.

As a result, most owners have remained unaware of the problem until the cancer was well advanced and had spread throughout the pet’s body. While chemotherapy can help some pets, the treatment is unable to heal most of them due to the advanced stage of most diagnosed cancers, which typically already have been active for six to 12 months or longer.

Early diagnosis would allow both traditional and natural therapies to be more effective. In some cases, chemotherapy might not even be needed, because natural medicines such as astragalus, essential fatty acids, mushroom extracts, ginseng and green tea may be able to reverse the cancer at its earliest stages.

Fortunately, dog owners can now secure an accurate early diagnosis using a new blood panel costing less than $200, including lab processing, that enables veterinarians to detect cancer and other inflammatory diseases before a pet becomes ill. The tests provide valuable information about the dog’s health before overt signs of disease are observed, damage occurs and treatment options become more limited and expensive. Early detection tests for cancer in cats will be available soon.

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The tests measure several aspects of cell irregularity, including abnormal cell division and systemic inflammatory activity, by detecting any increased levels of thymidine kinase and C-reactive protein in the pet’s body.

A study by California’s Veterinary Diagnostics Institute’s VDI Laboratory applying the new blood panel tests to 360 dogs followed their incidences of cancer and other serious diseases for up to a year.

The researchers found that nearly all of the cancers that occurred were detected four to six months prior to the pet showing outward signs. Because the cancers were detected early and treated before the pet became overtly ill, costs to the pet owner were greatly reduced and the effectiveness of cancer treatment improved.

The new cancer screening tests, which are designed to be part of a routine wellness plan, constitute the most comprehensive single blood diagnosis available in monitoring overall canine health.

It’s just as important to check the vitamin D status of canine patients. Low levels contribute to increased incidence of cancer and infectious diseases, according to a study published in the journal Veterinary and Comparative Oncology.

Supplementing vitamin D levels is easy and inexpensive and may help reduce the incidence of serious disease later in life.

While the new blood panel tests have been shown to be highly accurate in early cancer detection, any test can miss it if the number of cancer cells is too small. Therefore, pets with negative test results should be retested every six months, while positive results prompt further diagnostic tests and initial treatment. Pets with cancer also benefit from these tests because they allow the vet to fine-tune a treatment plan and determine when a cancer may be coming out of remission.

The screening is recommended for all dogs 5 years of age and older. Only a small amount of blood is needed and results are available within a few weeks.

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Live Your True Self

Four Tools Guide Us on Our Life Journey

by Indira Dyal-Dominguez

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by Sari Dennis No, I'm not skinny and No, I'm not tall, and Yes I have parts That have started to fall.

No, I'm not blonde, and No, I'm not lanky, and Yes there are days That I'm downright cranky.

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tarting today, we can experience life as a naturally unfolding expression of our vision and realize the contribution we are here to make. Living a truly good and purposeful life becomes as natural as breathing as we shift into a new paradigm based on the four tools of connect, listen, trust and act.

In most people’s current paradigm, the limited and limiting human mind will shape and drive our day-to-day actions whenever we allow it to. When we buy into it, it becomes our automatic truth, organizing our energy around fears for survival.

Everything changes when we stop focusing primarily on what we need to do in order to function and survive. Instead, by realizing that our essence is energy, we gain powerful access to our ability to separate the human mind’s chatter from our higher consciousness, shifting us into a new relationship with who we are. That’s where we can now go for the answers that are unique to us and aligned with our true journey and purpose.

Connect. The initiating step of seeing our real self as an eternal energetic force of higher consciousness activates our alignment with the universal vibrational force of all creation. This energy frequency becomes real and available to us.

Listen. By learning to distinguish between the mind’s busyness and intuited messages of our true self, we come to more consistently align our actions with our highest being. As a result, we naturally walk a path of honoring both our highest self and others.

Trust. The inner guidance we discern often defies logic, but we begin to trust that it knows best. The beauty is that because everything is in relationship with everything else, when one piece of our life changes or moves forward it shifts the entire energy and relationship

I Am What I Choose

Now that I'm 50, I'm noticing a lot Of things that are normal And things that are not; Like a new spot here And a new line there, Wrinkles and crinkles And losing of hair.

But rather than worrying About things I can't change: My size and my age, My height and my frame . . . with everything else, allowing for a new relationship and a new result. Such trust goes deep, activating our inner knowing of who we are; not from the basis of a thought or concept, but as our new reality. We are listening to and heeding our most authentic self.

Act. Be aware that when we honor our higher self, transcending the human mind’s control, the ego will fight for its survival. It may argue for doing something else, not doing it fully or create circumstances that make it tough to act from an authentic place. Now we can release such mind suggestions and choose what supports our true journey.

We are here to experience our own magnificence as we walk our journey on Earth. In acting, we are saying, “I am not my mind; I am a wellspring of divine truth.”

We are claiming our eternal identity.

Indira Dyal-Dominguez’s new book, YOU: A Spiritual Being on a Spiritual Journey, is based on 15 years of personal experience using the four tools and living from the spirit within while developing and sharing programs that guide others to connect with their true self. Access free tools at IndiraToday.com.

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I choose to open That window within, Where beauty exists Just under my skin.

I choose to be thankful, I choose to be kind, I choose to speak thoughtfully From my heart and my mind.

I choose to surround myself With people who care, People whose values I find that I share.

A value for life With a heart full of passion, Whose goodness defines A life of compassion.

What is under the skin And inside the heart, Is far more important Than what's falling apart.

Sari Dennis is a board certified health and wellness counselor, Food For Life Instructor and owner of My Wellness Counts in North Las Vegas. For more information, call 702-443-4339 or visit, MyWellnessCounts.com.

calendarofevents Please call ahead to confirm dates and times. All calendar events must be received by the 10th of the month prior to the next month's publication and adhere to our guidelines. Submit listings online at NaturalAwakeningsLV.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1

Reiki Healing Circle – 6-8pm. Learn new information about Natural Healing. Group discussion. Guided meditation channeled by Victoria (Reiki Master of 25 years). Receive personalized healing. Bring a friend.

Relax and recharge your mind and body. Free. Love offering welcome. 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702659-2390. TransformationsLasVegas.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3

Reiki Spiritual Mastermind Group – 7-9pm. A life-changing open forum discussion with two Reiki masters/inspirational speakers, followed by guided meditation and personalized Reiki healing.

Bring a friend or meet one. On-going certification training available. Free. Love offering welcome.

1420 E Harmon Ave, Rm 3, LV. 702-659-2390.

TransformationsLasVegas.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4

ThetaHealing Soul Mate – 9:30am-4:30pm. Expand your ThetaHealing technique with this amazing class. Learn how to manifest your most compatible soul mate. If you are already in a relationship, find new ways of strengthening your connection.

Prerequisites: Basic and Advance DNA. $350.

Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. 702-324-2595. TheSacredArtOfHealing.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5

Seraphin Blueprint Level 1 with Rose Catmull – 9:30am-5:30pm. Seraphim Blueprint Level 1: This level heals physically and emotionally, laying the foundation for spiritual growth. Being initiated into these energies allows for a sense of greater internal union and a stronger immune system.​$180. Location TBD. Rose Catmull: 702-350-1711.

Ironman 70.3 Silverman Free Spectator Admission – 10:30am at the finish line. Cheer on the competitors as they take the challenge of swimming 1.2 miles in Lake Mead, biking 56 miles through hilly terrain and running 13.1 miles through Henderson’s scenic master-planned communities. Free.

702-267-2171.

Meet the Records with Anika Ray – 2-3pm. Would you like to have a conscious relationship with your soul and find Divine guidance that will help transform your life and the people you are meant to help forever? $25. 800 N Rainbow, 100, LV. EnchantedForestReiki.com.

Tree of Life Craft Class– 3-5pm. Let former Disney artist Margene Crossan demonstrate a quick and easy way to create your very own Tree of Life Pendant. $25 (includes supplies). 800 N Rainbow, 100, LV. EnchantedForestReiki.com.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 6

Anger Management Made EZ – 6-7:15pm. Interactive NLP Seminar with Victoria Stitzer, Master of NLP, Rapid Behavior Modification Expert. Come away with skills that will afford immediate solutions to permanently transform anger into Personal Power.

Free. Love offering welcome. 3920 Amy Marie Ct, LV. 702-659-2390. TransformationsLasVegas.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8

Rhythms of Wellness – 6-9pm. Join us for an evening of food, rhythm and wellness. Bring your favorite dish (Vegetarian/Vegan friendly welcome but not required) then join the circle for an evening of self expression, meditation and healing. Love donation. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. Christine Essex: 702-721-9355.

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10

Reiki Shares with Jodi Friedman and Rose Catmull – 6-9pm (second/fourth Fri). Everyone is welcome. Practice and learn to work with subtle energies. Donation. Intentional Healings, 3450 E Russell Rd, 110, LV. Jodi Friedman: 702-2744545. Meetup.com/Intentional-Healings-Center/ events/206065142/.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12

Open to Channeling with Rose – 10am-1pm. This class will expand your consciousness. Learn as you practice connecting to other realms and channel direct

information from these realms. This is an active class with exercises and meditations. $30. RYK Yoga and Meditation Center. Rose Catmull: 702-350-1711.

Meetup.com/Divine-Light-Healing-Meditation-Group/ events/203311742/.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 13

Heal Yourself through Waking Hypnosis – 6-7pm.

Join this interactive NLP Seminar with Victoria, Master of NLP, Rapid Behavior Modification Expert. Create positive changes in your life that immediately result in self-healing on many levels.

Free. Love offering welcome. 3920 Amy Marie Ct, LV. 702-659-2390. TransformationsLasVegas.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15

Hiking Safety Event – 4-5:30pm. Learn hiking/rock scrambling safety tips from 17 year hiking expert Branch Whitney. Free. LVCCLD, Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Cir, LV. BranchWhitney@ HikingLasVegas. HateTheHeatInNV@yahoo.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16

The Healing Power of Forgiveness – 6-7:15pm. Join Victoria Stitzer, Master of NLP, Rapid Behavior Modification Expert, as she presents the tools to free the mind from the burden of unresolved issues to let your Spirit fly. Free. Love offering welcome. 3920 Amy Marie Ct, LV. 702-659-2390. TransformationsLasVegas.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18

Mind Rejuvenation Group with Anita Babinszki, Certified NLP Trainer – 9-11am. Mind Rejuvenation Group: Release negative emotions from your past with NLP (NeuroLinguisticProgramming).

Experiential release in two hours. $15. Please RSVP: Meetup.com/Intentional-Healings-Center/ events/204109782/.

Henderson Community Expo – 1-4:30pm. Exhibits from more than 50 area businesses, community groups and the City of Henderson, showcasing products and services for health and wellness, fire and crime prevention and public safety. Enjoy interactive demonstrations and activities throughout the day for all age groups. Free admission. Galleria at Sunset, 1300 W. Sunset Rd, HD. CityOfHenderson.com/fire.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19

Raw Vegan Seafood Class – 3-5pm. Learn to prepare vegan and raw scrumptious nutritious dishes made of vegetables that look and taste like seafood.

Your friends will be so impressed that they will

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think it's the real deal. $24. 3920 Amy Marie Ct, LV. 702-659-2390. TransformationsLasVegas.com.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22

Please call ahead to confirm dates and times. All calendar events must be received by the 10th of the month prior to publication and adhere to our guidelines. Submit listings online at NaturalAwakeningsLV.com.

The Dynamics of Astro-Soul – 7-8:30pm. AstroSoul is the spiritual science of understanding and experiencing the fifth dimension and the unconscious mind. It is crystal clear communication with the higher self. $15. 800 N Rainbow, 100, LV. EnchantedForestReiki.com.

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24

ThetaHealing Basic DNA – 5-10pm, Fri. 9am4:30pm, Sat-Sun. Learn the power of ThetaHealing.

This amazing technique is easy to learn and effective at getting to the core issue of any physical or emotional aliment. Discover how to master your psychic ability. No prerequisite. $440. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. 702-3242595. TheSacredArtOfHealing.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25

Reiki Level 1 Certification Class with Jodi Friedman – 10am-5pm. Reiki 1 Certification with Jodi Friedman, Reiki Master Teacher at Intentional Healings. Give yourself the gift of self healing. Level 1 Attunement. $200. Intentional Healings, 3450 E Russell Rd, 110, LV. Jodi Friedman: 702-274-4545. Meetup. com/Intentional-Healings-Center/events/205189032/.

Eliminate Cravings thru Waking Hypnosis – 3-4pm. Do you crave things that you know aren't good for you? Join Victoria Stitzer, Master of NLP, Rapid Behavior Modification Expert and wave your cravings 'goodbye'. Free. Love offering welcome. 3920 Amy Marie Ct, LV. 702-659-2390.

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Zombie Run 5K & Family Fun Walk – 3:308:30pm. Get ready to run for your life! Lace up your sneakers and try to survive the post-apocalyptic world. $12/$25 5K early bird registration. $6/$20 Family Fun Walk early bird registration. Equestrian Park South, 1200 Equestrian Dr, HD. 702-2674050. CityOfHenderson.com/parks.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 27

Change Your Alkalinity, Change Your Weight – 5:30pm. Join us for an information packed evening while basking in healing scalar waves. Nutritional expert, Paul Weaver, will discuss various strategies to help shed those extra pounds. Samples will be available. Free. Aloha Energy Center, 1770 N Buffalo, 105 (behind Albertsons), LV. Kim Smith: 702-432-5642. Kim@PureHealthfoodsLV.com.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30

Night of the Unknowns – 6-10pm. All the activities are yours to explore once you get through the door.

Psychics, Toe Readings, Palm Readings and more…

This is an evening of learning things you never before knew existed. Fun, fun, fun! $20. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. Christine Essex: 702-721-9355. LuminosityWellnessCenter.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8

ONE RUN 5K – 8am. One Run to benefit seven charities. Register to run or walk for Baby's Bounty.

100% of the proceeds support our program to provide essential items to babies born into low income families. $20/early bird. $25 after Oct 10. Town Square Shopping Center. OneRunLasVegas.com.

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Ecliptic Reiki (Reiki Circles) – Mon-Fri. Circles for everyone to experience. Ten attendees per session, call or email to sign up. Bring loose comfy clothing, yoga mat and a fluffy small pillow and blanket. $10/class. $35/five. Zen Me Holistic Wellness Spa, 10885 S Eastern Ave, 100, HD. Call for daily times: 702-635-7444.

Intentional Healings Center Broadcast with Jodi Friedman – Reiki sessions, Chakra Clearing & Soul Healing sessions, Reiki certification classes, Reiki shares, Intentional Abundance classes, Vision Boards, Meditation for Success and Inner Healing Work. Various pricing-see meetup for prices. Intentional Healings, 3450 E Russell Rd, 110, LV. Jodi: 702-274-4545. MeetUp.com/Intentional-Healing/ center/events/calendar/?scroll=true.

Luminosity Wellness Center – Learn the art of hypnotherapy, NLP, Reiki, Theta Healing, the Melt Method, aromatherapy/herbology, chakra balancing and much more. Ask about certification classes.

Through experience learn self-healing. Prices vary per service. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. 702-721-WELL (9355).

Medical Chi Kung – Tues-Fri. 10-11am. Use body movements, rhythmic breathing, visualizations and healing sounds to develop internal energy for health, vitality, mind expansion and spiritual cultivation. $10.

Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com.

Wongu University of Oriental Medicine - Graduate Program – 9:30am-5:30pm. The non-profit school offers a Master of Science Degree in Oriental Medicine. Coursework includes acupuncture, herbology, Taiji, moxibustion, Western medicine, practice management and more. Currently accepting applications. $180/didactic unit. $18/clinical hour. Wongu University of Oriental Medicine, 8620 S Eastern Ave, LV. 702-463-2122. Start@Wongu. org. Wongu.org.

sunday fresh52 Sunday Farmers’ & Artisan Market – 8:30am-1pm. fresh52 Farmers' & Artisan Market is a lively, friendly, open-air market where neighbors and friends come together to celebrate the community. Free. Sansone Park Place, 9480 S Eastern, LV. 702-900-2552. fresh52.com.

Krishna Fest – 6-9pm. A unique night out.

Experience mantra chants, vibrant world music, stimulating spiritual knowledge of ancient India.

Relax over a super-tasty vegetarian dinner with a diverse range of thoughtful people. Free. Govinda's

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Center of Vedic India, 7181 Dean Martin Dr, LV. 702-434-8332. GovindasCenter.com.

monday Hatha Yoga with Lisa Agnello – 6-7pm. All levels.

A playfully unique expression of Hatha Yoga. $10.

Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com.

tuesday Tai Chi Fan – 3-4pm. Doris Fong will be guiding a Tai Chi Fan class. $5. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874.

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Yoga/Meditation with Carlie – 4:15-5:15pm.

Feed your soul with a gentle practice of yoga. Let your soul be transformed with Carlie’s guided meditation. Leave refreshed and energized. Each class $10. Zen Me Holistic Wellness Spa, 10885 S Eastern Ave, 100, HD. Please call to reserve space: 702-476-4224.

Tao Yoga – 5-6pm. Guide and lead one’s energy with Carla during her Tao Yoga class. $10. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com.

Reiki Circle – 6-7pm. Experience the healing power of shared energy within a Reiki Circle. Enjoy a safe, friendly and loving environment. Donation. Zen Me Holistic Wellness Spa, 10885 S Eastern Ave, 100, HD. Space is limited, please call to reserve space: 702-476-4224.

Drums of the Wolf Meditation – 6:30pm. Sessions will start with a guided meditation or breath work followed by deep drumming that will bring participants into a dream-like guided journey meditation. $15. 800 N Rainbow Blvd, 100, LV. EnchantedForestReiki.com/shop/classes/Drums-Wolf-Meditation.

Great Basin Permaculture Monthly – 6-7:30pm (last Tue). This group educates our community about permaculture in order to promote sustainable food production, water, conservation, energy and more. All are welcome. Green Valley Library, 2797 N Green Valley Pkwy, HD. Facebook.com/ GreatBasinPermaculture.

Wellness Class with Louise Trent – 7-8pm. All levels. A unique blend of gentle yoga, pilates, meditation and breathing techniques to bring the mind and body into harmony to improve health and vitality. Bring a yoga mat. $20 or $150/10 class pass. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com.

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for a donation of $8/plate. Senior/student discounts available. $8. Govinda's Center, 7181 Dean Martin Dr, LV. 702-434-8332. GovindasCenter.com.

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Flow Fit – 7:30am. A 60 minute bodyweight class that will restore a full range of motion to the joints, lengthen muscles, strengthen connective tissue and fully activate the core. Trufusion, 8575 S Eastern Ave, LV. 702-982-2930. TrufusionYoga.com.

Community HU – 6:15-6:45pm. Fourth Fri. Community HU: Open the heart to divine love and experience uplifting, joy, relaxation and spiritual connection with the HU chant every fourth Friday of the month. Free. Pure Health Foods, 7575 W Washington, LV. 702-224-4325.

Chi Kung, Tai Chi, Tai Chi Fan or Saber, and Push Hands – 9am, 10am, 11-11:30am. $10 per class or $15 for both Chi Kung and Tai Chi (Sat only). $5 Tai Chi Fan or Saber. $5 Push Hands. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-4333874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com.

Vinyasa Yoga and Sonic Therapy – 7-8:30pm. An all level vinyasa flow class with pranayama and mantra meditation. Learn the secrets of relaxation and explore the practical techniques for a healthy mind, body and soul. Donation based. Govinda's Center, 7181 Dean Martin Dr, LV. 702-434-8332.

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Energy & Healing Circle – 6:30pm. All are welcome! This relaxed and open circle is a wonderful opportunity to experience and share the gifts of Reiki and other energy healing practices in an informal, supportive environment. Love donations accepted. Luminosity Wellness Center, 2400 N Tenaya Way, LV. Adam Stuart Littman: 725-2220323. LuminosityWellnessCenter.com.

fresh52 Saturday Farmers' & Artisan Market – 9am-2pm. fresh52 Farmers' & Artisan Market is a lively, friendly, open-air market where neighbors and friends come together to celebrate the community. Free. Tivoli Village, 302 S Rampart, LV. 702-900-2552. fresh52.com.

thursday Green Drinks – Second Thurs. Network with other eco-friendly business professionals. Times/locations vary. Facebook.com/GreenDrinksLV. Esoteric Tantra Level 1 – 12-2pm. Ileana Stefanescu teaches a spiritual path of saying “yes” in all aspects of life; a systematic and comprehensive approach to individual fulfillment. $20. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874. NaturallyOrganicCenter.com.

Magic of Femininity with Ileana – 6-8pm. Open to women 18+. Discover how growing personal feminine aspects will open the door to an easy, fulfilling personal and spiritual transformation, and to happiness. $20. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874.

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Akashic Book Study Workshop with Anika Ray – 6:30pm. Explore spirituality and connect with the aspect of being divine in nature, the soul. Workshop is based on the book How to Read the Akashic Records by Linda Howe. $10. Enchanted Forest Reiki Center, 800 N Rainbow, 100, LV. 702-948-4999.

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Solar NV Monthly Meeting – 6:30pm. Third Thurs.

Featuring speakers from a variety of renewable energy disciplines. A great place to network with people who share an interest in renewable energy.

Free. Check website for meeting room number.

UNLV, 4505 S Maryland Pkwy, LV. 702-507-0093.

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friday Tai Chi Yang Style – 11am-12pm. Tai Chi is whole body exercise. Movement is initiated in the legs, directed by the waist and manifested in the hands.

Guided by Sifu JC. Naturally Organic Healing Center, 1171 S Buffalo Dr, 110, LV. 702-433-3874.

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Homemade Vegan/Vegetarian Dinners – 6-9pm.

Friday is vegan/vegetarian dinner night at Govinda’s. Preparations will consist of vegetable stew, rice or pasta, soup, bread, a dessert and beverage

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NETWORKING LAS VEGAS HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – The mission of the chamber is to promote health, fitness, nutrition and wellness in one "connected community" for businesses and the general public of Las Vegas. For membership information call 702-239-6636 or visit VegasHealthFitnessChamber.

GREEN DRINKS LAS VEGAS – This is a FREE networking group that creates awareness about eco-conscious businesses and concerns in Las Vegas. Businesses, individuals and nonprofit organizations participate, educate and connect to promote a greener world. Meets every second Thursday of the month. Visit Facebook.com/GreenDrinksLV or GreenDrinks.org.

SOLAR NV – Solar NV strives to educate Southern Nevadans about the benefits of re-

MELALEUCA – “Enhancing the lives of those we touch by helping people reach their goals.” Learn how Melaleuca’s commitment to manufacturing and delivering healthy, nontoxic products directly to the member can create income opportunities for people just like you every day. For information on how you can join the Melaleuca family please call Laurie Michaels, Membership Executive at 949-6904245 or email LightOurWay@gmail.com.

Providing benefits Secured Benefits Connection: Growing Market Perfect Timing – Our company has a successful program where we can train you to help consumers protect themselves from growing risks such as Identity Theft, Increased Health Care Costs and more...

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Rooms for rent Zen Me Holistic Wellness Spa currently has two suites available for rent. We also provide hourly room rental. If interested, please contact us at 702-476-4224.

services/classes offered NEW HOME TOURS – Designed around your new home desires and needs. Get great Buyer incentives and representation (some conditions apply and broker’s commission paid by seller).

Robert Blake, Broker, Triple Seven Realty. Call Today! 702-523-7653.

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BRINGING MORE THAN HOMEWORK HOME

By Ryan Hogan It’s that time of year when we’re sending our kids back to school. Unfortunately, while schools are good places to learn they are great places to catch a disease. In fact, children’s Upper respiratory illnesses (URI’s) cause more doctor visits and missed school days than any other illness in the US. Luckily, there are a few things you can do at home to help reduce the chances of your child getting sick at school this year.

sanitizer before eating snacks, lunch and after using a shared computer mouse, pencil sharpener, water fountain or other community objects.

Now, most people know we need to wash our hands, but one thing most people don’t really relate their health to is nasal hygiene. Using a saline spray with xylitol, such as Xlear Nasal Spray, is safe for all ages. Research has shown this natural sweetener is useful in preventing bacterial otitis media (ear infections), among other upper respiratory problems that are most likely to occur in fall and winter months. Additional xylitol studies have also shown a significant reduction in asthma attacks when a xylitol nasal spray is used on a daily basis.

Xylitol affects nose and throat bacteria in two ways:

HOW? Before we talk prevention, we need to know how infection spreads. Many childhood illnesses are caused by viruses and bacteria that are transferred from person to person. URI’s increase in fall and winter as we spend more time crowded indoors. All it takes is one sick child, going to school for the spread to begin. Small droplets from a child’s cough or sneeze travel through the air and land on surfaces like desks, doorknobs and people. These germs are easily spread when someone touches the contaminated object and then proceeds to touch their eyes, nose or mouth. Children’s immune systems are less mature than those of adults, so they’re more vulnerable to these germs. Washing your hands and your nasal passages and also keeping their hands away from their nose, eyes and mouth are the most preventative habits to form at a young age.

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Decreases the adherence of harmful bacteria on their surface cells.

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Stimulates the body’s own natural defense system

Since the average American child has six to ten colds a year, using a xylitol nasal spray is a safe and effective way to promote better upper respiratory health, year round.

FINAL HEALTHY TIPS In addition to frequent hand-washing, teach your child some other school health basics: •

Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze.

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Give your child a package of tissues to keep in his or her desk.

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Encourage your child not to share water bottles, food or other personal items.

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Ask your child’s teacher to include hand-washing time before lunch or snacks.

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Have your whole family practice nasal hygiene and the use of xylitol saline spray like Xlear.

WHAT CAN YOU DO? Our best defense is to stop cold germs where they breed.

Good hand-washing is the most effective way to prevent bacteria and viruses from spreading. Wash your hands after using the bathroom, blowing your nose, handling trash and prior to touching food to help eliminate germs. Soap and water should be used for 20 seconds (about as long as it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice). Using alcohol-based hand cleaners is also effective. Remind your child to use the

Even with all of these tips, your kids are bound to come down with something over the course of the school year. We all get sick at some point or another, forming healthier habits and maintaining a positive attitude is all we can do as parents.

For more information, please visit www.xlear.com.

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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Las Vegas Health & Fitness Chamber of Commerce

3651 Lindell Rd, #D-794, LV 702-239-6636 Mindy@VegasHealthFitnessChamber.com A Chamber of Commerce for the health & fitness professionals within the community. Our mission is to help members grow their businesses among a group of their peers through a variety of sales, marketing, advertising and public relations initiatives, health and fitness awareness, news articles and education on living a well-balanced and healthy lifestyle. See ad, page 5.

CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS Red Rock Chiropractic & Wellness Center

Dr. Margaret R. Colucci 2085 Village Center Cir, #110, LV 89134 702-880-5335 • RedRockChiropractic.com Dr. Colucci, specializes in treating the whole body in family wellness care, pediatric and pregnancy chiropractic care, auto, work and sports injuries. Colucci, a 1989 Palmer graduate, serving the Las Vegas valley for over two decades.

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CHINESE MEDICINE KAT REYES-CAMPBELL, MEDICAL QIGONG THERAPIST 702-743-3786 HealingChi_Kat@hotmail.com ThreeTreasuresMQ.com

This ancient energy healing modality is proven to offer healing of chronic illness and dis-eases through holistic integration of the body, mind and spirit. Experience life long self-healing.

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doTERRA Oils 949-690-4245 LightOurWay@gmail.com doTERRA Oils are made of the finest quality ingredients. A few drops can soothe your soul, energize your spirit or heal your body. Call me for a free sample and more ways to utilize these awesome oils.

CONSCIOUS CLOTHING Vegan Royalty

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We are an eco-friendly apparel line, created for vegan and plant-based individuals, who are creating a peaceable kingdom for all living creatures. A percentage of each item sold goes to organizations that help with this healthy and compassionate mission.

eMPOWERMENT/CONSULTING Tracey Owens

Empowerment Catalyst Tracey@TraceyOwens.com 251-680-4413 • TraceyOwens.com Embark on a Spiritual Journey of going within to create more of what you want in your life! Tracey’s Energized Empowerment techniques combine guided mentoring with Intuitive Chakra Illumination. Immediately begin to improve your life in positive ways. Sessions available by phone, via Skype or in-person. See ad, page 16.

energy products AlphaBio Centrix, R & D 2520 Saint Rose Pkwy, #117 Henderson, NV 89074 877-562-1815

AlphaBio Centrix LLC is a Research and Development company in Henderson, NV, educating the public about “Bioenergy” and the human experience. We manufacture wellness and protection products developed specifically for enhancing a healthy lifestyle. See ad, page 11.

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Functional Medicine THE ULTIMATE HEALING CENTER Jeffrey Brown, DO 10120 S Eastern Ave, #100, HD 89052 702-871-7004 • OptimalHealthPC.com

The Ultimate Healing Center is a functional medicine practice that incorporates a variety of methods to help heal the body. We identify imbalances and help restore balance so the body can work optimally to heal itself. Dr. Brown believes that the body has its own natural healing mechanisms. See ad, page 17.

Healing Center ENCHANTED FOREST REIKI CENTER, SPIRITUAL ITEMS 'N MORE 800 N Rainbow Blvd, #100, LV 89107 702-948-4999 EnchantedForestReiki.com

Reiki-ShamanicCranial SacralChakra BalancingSound TherapyBars AccessCrystal healers. Plus lots of classes and events such as Reiki Certification, meditations, intuitive studies and much more. Visit our beautiful metaphysical gift shop.

holistic dentistRY AAA DENTAL & FOUR SEASONS DENTAL SPA

Dr. Jim Wright, DDS, AIAOMT, AIABDM 8855 W Flamingo, LV 89147 702-281-9900 • HolisticDentistLasVegas.com

TLC-Heart of QBC Energy Consultant for Personal, Home and Business Your Solution for EMF Pollution 702-499-7067 • QBCrystals.com Quantum Balance Crystals are powerful pendants that awaken, balance and optimize your energy.

QBCS come in 12 colors with specific intentions and qualities to keep you feeling joyful and radiant. See ad, page 14.

Practicing holistic, biological dentistry with safe removal of mercury according to the standars of IAOMT and IABDM. State of the art early detect cavity mapping, cosmetic, general, specialty dentistry and low sensitivity teeth whitening. Dr. Wright offers holistic, no-prep veneers, Lumineers, Invisalign Braces, dental implants and All on 4 Implant Bridges, sleep and full sedation dentistry. See ad, page 10.

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BELL CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL AND HOLISTIC DENTISTRY Dr. Michael Bell, DDS 8068 W Sahara Ave, #A, LV 89117 702-256-7666 • LVTMJDentist.com

Holistic dentistry with a whole body approach to create a healthy smile and body. Live microscopic viewing of mouth bacteria. Laser gum disease treatment. Computerized TMJ and bite analysis. Mercury testing and removal. Nutritional testing. Autonomic nervous system analysis. Invisalign. See ad, page 11.

In-home care 5 Star Homecare Las Vegas

7464 West Sahara Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89117 702-255-5580 • 5StarHomecareLV.com Premier homecare for short term, long term and 24-hour care. Specializing in health and wellness.

Info@5StarHomecareLV.com.

See ad, page 9.

MEDICINE RESTORATION NEUROLOGY 7106 Smoke Ranch Rd, #110 Las Vegas, NV 89128 702-796-3847

PRIMARY/SPECIALTY CARE Superior Health Solutions

WONGU UNIVERSITY

Naturally heal degenerative diseases; Parkinson’s, MS, A u t i s m , N e u r o p a t h y, Thyroid Disfunction and more. Relax and heal in a state of the art outpatient treatment facility designed to care for patients on a primary and chronic level. See ad, inside cover.

Nevada State Board approved to offer a MS Degree in Oriental Medicine. Didactics with clinical training in acupuncture and herbology ensure competent practitioners.

Step into a new career or expand your practice. See ad, page 23.

Dr. Robert DeMartino, D.C. 1661 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy, #280, HD 702-643-9900 • SHSLasVegas.com

REMOTE ENERGY HEALING Spirit Of The Owl

Roxanne Perillo, Reiki Master/Teacher Shamanic Energy Medicine 920-336-6468 • SpiritOfTheOwl.com Try a remote healing session!

Remote healing, or the transmission of healing energies is carried out in various energybased therapies. Remote healing involves one person sending or directing Universal Life Energy to a person in a different location.

It does not matter if the other location is in the next room or across the ocean in another continent.

Remote healing is based on the premise that energy is not limited by time or space. Heal by releasing the past, harmful patterns, fear and feeling of scarcity.

Allow yourself to live life fully! See ad, page 14.

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

All natural, very effective treatment for difficult medical conditions that result from low neurotransmitter levels: chronic fatigue, depression, anxiety, insomnia, migraines, fibromyalgia, Alzheimer ’s, Parkinson’s, Crohn’s, addiction, ADD, IBS, mood disorder, obesity, restless leg and more. See ad, page 3.

Lary Michaels Therapy

Lary Michaels, LMT, in NV, CA and TX Posture Alignment Specialist 702-825-2509 • Lary4U@gmail.com Therapeutic massage treatments for postural realignment, sports massage, deep tissue massage and injury massage. Also, skin rejuvenation with cellulite reduction and accelerated anatomical healing.

Mention this listing and receive 10% off initial treatment.

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AT YOUR SERVICE PET SUPPLIES & GROOMING

55 S Valle Verde, #300, HD 89012 702-982-4324 AtYourServicePetSupplies.com Quality, full-service, pet supply store with the best value in the valley. Pet-friendly. On-site “Barkery”. Nutritional experts.

Professional grooming available seven days for cats, dogs and little critters. Pet adoptions too! See ad, back cover.

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Universities

The Sacred Art of Healing Jeff Renel, Theta Healing Practitioner & Instructor 702-324-2595 TheSacredArtOfHealing.com

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Looking for a change in your life? Sick of the same negative patterns? If the answer is “yes”, then it’s time to contact Jeff Renel. Create the change in your life you dream about and deserve. See ad, page 14.

8620 S Eastern Ave, LV 89123 702-463-2122 Wongu.org

wellness TRANSFORMATIONS

Wellness Center & Intl. School of Reiki Victoria Stitzer, Expert in Rapid Behavior Modification • 702-405-9375 Transformations-LasVegas.org Transform your “Fears into Power”; “Pain into Joy” through powerful proven Mind-Body t e c h n o l o g i e s : N L P - E F TRegressions-Detox-Reiki-Pranic and Thetahealing. Free Reiki circles Wednesdays at 7pm. Call 702-659-2390.

Zen Me Holistic Wellness Spa 10885 S Eastern Ave, #100 Henderson, NV 89052 702-476-4224 • ZenMeNV.com

Zen Me Holistic Wellness Spa will transform your mind, body and spirit while providing you with a relaxing retreat to enjoy the benefits of health, wellness and spirituality. See ad, page 14.

Yoga and Tantra Ileana Stefanescu

Yoga and Tantra Teacher Iana2505@yahoo.com • 702-823-6512 meetup.com/Esoteric-Yoga.com Transform your “Fears into Improve your health, mental focus and emotional balance.

Practice yoga and tantra as paths of personal and spiritual development. Discover your unlimited potential and true identity. Highly experienced instructor.

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