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HEALTHY

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HEART OF A WOMAN

The Right Choices Keep It Strong

RECIPES A HEART WILL LOVE Ken Page on

MAKING LOVE LAST HOW TO ALIGN MONEY WITH VALUES

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Contents 18 HEART OF A WOMAN

The Right Choices Keep It Strong

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21 KEN PAGE

on Making Love Last

22 AMAZING EMBRACE The Healing Power of Hugs

23 A COMMON HEART SONG

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Whales Point the Way

24 RECIPES A

HEART WILL LOVE Tasty Ways to Boost Heart Health

28 WARMING UP

FOR WINTER SPORTS Sure-Fire Ways to Get Fit

30 INVESTING FOR GOOD How to Align Money With Values

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32 SOOTHING

PAT I E N T T E S T I M O N I A L

ANXIOUS KIDS

Natural Remedies Restore Calm

34 ESSENTIAL OILS FOR PETS

How to Use Them Safely PAT I E N T T E S T I M O N I A L

DEPARTMENTS 8 news briefs 12 health briefs 15 film brief 15 eco tip 16 global briefs 21 wise words 22 healing ways 23 inspiration 4

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eating 28 fit body 30 green living 32 healthy kids 34 natural pet 54 calendar 57 classifieds 60 resource guide

Natural Awakenings is a family of more than 70 healthy living magazines celebrating 25 years of providing the communities we serve with the tools and resources we all need to lead healthier lives on a healthy planet.

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36 Water Birth 38 Put More You into Your Wedding Day 39 Road Trip - 5 things to Consider 40 A Financial Planning Tool for Every

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42 5 Tips for Staying on Track in the New Year

43 Emotional Healing With Aromatherapy 44 Homeopathy A Natural Cure 46 A Keto-Friendly Approach to Weight Loss

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47 I Am Enough 48 Making a Difference 50 Busting the Cholesterol Myth 52 2019 By the Numbers MASSAGE & SKIN CARE

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HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET

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ith everything that has happened to you, you can either feel sorry for yourself, or treat what has happened as a gift.

Every-thing is either an opportunity to grow, or an obstacle to keep you from growing. YOU GET TO CHOOSE.” ~ Wayne Dyer Once again, I find myself pondering over these words once spoken by one of my favorite authors, Wayne Walter Dyer (May 10, 1940 – August 29, 2015). Even after his passing his words keep teaching with enormous wisdom.

WE CHOOSE Just around this time of the year, when we all begin to think about sweet indulgences and nice romantic Valentine dinners, we also begin to reevaluate the life changes we’ve committed too when we welcomed 2019. From the exercise programs to the healthier eating habits we pledge to adopt, February seems to be the trigger month to reflect on the changes we wanted or needed to make.

• Choosing is a large part of our lives. It exists in every single moment of our daily routing. From the moment we awake to the moment we go to sleep, it’s our constant companion. However, veiled by the daily stresses we face, more often than none, its impact and importance go unseen or unacknowledged. Have we forgotten we are a direct product of our decisions? Or, did we simply “choose” to forget?

• As you reexamine your 2019 goals let me share a few tips to help you keep or get back on track.

• Don’t beat yourself up if you’ve fallen short of your own expectations. We place great pressures on ourselves to accomplish a specific goal, when simply getting started is a great achievement.

• Recognizing that your life needs change and then choosing to follow through deserves acknowledgment, even when you “think” you’ve fallen short.

• Forgiveness. Oh boy this is a big one. When you’re bent on beating yourself up for falling short, you’re choosing fear instead of love. Begin from love and forgiveness and work yourself back to your loving committed self. You’ll be rewarded with a new-found sense of determination and motivation each time you’re done.

Don’t spread the blame. Remember moms cooking is delicious but she didn’t make you eat it, you elected to serve that plate. So, don’t forget to look in the mirror when looking for whom to blame. The choices YOU make carve out who or what you are or want to become. Give self-love an opportunity to enlighten you with the truth so you may never have to repeat those derailing choices again. After all clarity of purpose comes from acceptance and forgiveness. Laugh, forgive and move on.

Have fun and laugh at yourself. Life is hard enough without adding the drama to it. Things can be challenging at times, but it’s how you deal with those challenges that makes or breaks you. Like Dyer shares in his quote, you can choose to grow from it or not.

In this, our February issue we include inspiring articles to support your decision to jump back on course. From Heart of a Woman (pg 18) which speaks of the choices we make to keep our hearts healthy, and The Healing Power of Hugs (pg. 20) where you learn the healing secrets of hugging, pg. 24 , our conscious eating column, shares delicious and tasty recipes to boost our heart health to page 28 where you’ll learn to warm up for your favorite winter sport.. But that’s just the beginning, check out page 42 for tips on staying on track, and 43 for insights on Emotional Healing with Aromatherapy.

Financial gurus, we have something for you as well on pages 30 and 40. And so much more for each and every single one of you.

I’ll leave you with food for thought, when all is said and done, CHOOSE to be happy and grow from each experience rather than blocking yourself from your goals.

Enjoy!

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HeartMath

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hese days we can all relate to an anxiety-producing lifestyle with nagging concerns, insufficient time and too much to do. With our fast paced life-style, even children describe being overwhelmed and stressed!

Many of us are vulnerable to overreaction, anxiety, anger, depression and fatigue due to the physiological response to stress. Learn how to naturally dissipate emotional patterns that bog you down using HeartMath, a science-based biofeedback technology that helps to naturally reduce stress and anxiety.

Excessive stress disrupts hormones, depletes creativity and clarity, makes us feel more aches and pains, increases negative attitudes, ages us before our time and robs us of vitality and enjoyment of life.

According to the Institute of HeartMath, 60-80% of primary care doctors visits are related to stress, yet only 3% of patients receive stress management help. Stress can manifest in the body in various ways causing symptoms such as chronic fatigue, headaches, ADD/ ADHD, anxiety, irritability, increased heart rate, stroke, hypertension, heart disease, type I & II diabetes, digestive disorders, weight gain, decreased sex drive, muscles tension and pain.

HeartMath is based on over 26 years of research and over 300 peer-reviewed studies. Studies conducted with over 11,500 people have shown improvements in mental and emotional wellbeing, according to the institute of HeartMath. People report an increase in focus, better sleep, improved calmness, decreased anxiety, fatigue and depression.

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Adopt A Pet -Conservation organizations, city zoos, and organizations like the ASPCA run animal adoption campaigns during the Valentine’s season. If your sweetie has a soft spot for animals, there’s no better gift than knowing that one is being protected in their name. Buy a stuff animal or a card and place the picture of your sponsored pet inside.

CHOCOLATE, Raw that is. If you or your better half are cutting out refined sugars and processed sweets, never fear! Raw chocolate is a pure, whole food that delivers health benefits as well as deliciousness! You can find the at your local health food stores (i.e. Whole Foods) or online at Gnosis Chocolate, Fine & Raw, and Lulu’s Chocolate. Enjoy!

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All in Red

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he Greater Miami and The Keys Chapter of the American Red Cross th will celebrate its 37 Annual Red Cross Ball – “Surround Yourself In Red” – on Saturday, March 16 at the InterContinental Miami.

Chaired by Amanda Altman and Janine and Dax Bello, the Ball will honor past chairs and recognize the lifesaving services provided by the American Red Cross. The fabulous celebration will be followed by the 2nd Annual Party in Red, the official afterparty of the Red Cross Ball where the city’s brightest young professionals will gather to continue the celebration. The Red Cross Ball will raise funds for the American Red Cross’ disaster preparedness, response and recovery programs and services, continuing its tradition and commitment to Greater Miami and The Keys.

“The American Red Cross is one of the longest established organizations in Miami and has been there to provide relief and comfort to families and individuals in times of need,” said Deborah Koch, executive director of the chapter. “We are honored to have Amanda Altman and Janine and Dax Bello serve as our Ball Committee Chairs.”

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission.

To reserve your seat, or the latest information on these events visit redcross.org/RedCrossBallMiami and redcross.org/PartyInRedMiami. Sponsorship opportunities for the Red Cross Ball are available by contacting Diana Rojas at Diana.Rojas@redcross.org. For general information on the local Red Cross Chapter, visit redcross. org/southflorida, www.facebook.com/sflrecross, or Twitter at @ SFLRedCross.

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orn into poverty in eighth century Iraq, Rabia Al Basri was sold into slavery at a young age, but defied odds and found an inner strength and resolve that led to her liberation both as a woman and as a spiritual figure. She is credited with the doctrines of Divine Love and Non-Duality that lie at the heart of today’s Sufi mysticism. Though recognized as a saint, her role continues to be diminished in value because she was a woman.

To honor her—and all women— a Persian electroacoustic duo, Niyaz, composed songs based on Al Basri’s poetry, as well as the poems of other mystics, including 20th century Urdu poet Kaifi Azmi, whose progressive words called for women to stand shoulder to shoulder with men. Described by the Huffington Post as “an evolutionary force in contemporary Middle Eastern music,” Niyaz has created a 21st century global trance tradition through their blending of poetry and folk songs from their native Iran and its surrounding countries, with rich acoustic instrumentation and state-of-the-art modern electronics. The results are compelling songs ripe with exotic rhythms and the bewitching melancholy of Ali’s voice within richly textured arrangements, sweeping choruses and electronic beats. And above all, a strong social message.

“Rabia’s struggles even in the 8th century,” Niyaz singer Azam Ali remarks, “remain quite relevant to our time, when women continue to strive to rise above the status of inferiority placed upon them by many patriarchal societies around the world.”

To share their songs and this unique narrative in an immersive and moving way, the duo teamed up with renowned interactive design artist Jerome Delapierre to integrate sacred dance performance and advanced technologies and responsive projection and body-mapping techniques for a seamless synthesis of sound, space, image and light. Their aim, for the real and the virtual to merge—and provide them with a multi-sensory spiritual experience.

Miami Dade College’s (MDC) MDC Live Arts presents NIYAZ: The Fourth Light, at 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 21, at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Tickets & info at mdclivearts.org. See ad, page 37.

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Receding Gums and Grafts: Causes and Treatment Most people think because their gums recede, that they need to replace them. That may not necessarily be true. Although receding gums is not a good sign, there are many reasons for it. You could need a graft, and if you do, what kind? Without going into major detail let me just share that there are two types of tissue, one that supports the tooth in the bone which does not move and another that is movable. You definitely need a graft if you don’t have enough of the non-movable tissue. There are several different types of grafts available today. It all depends on where the problem is and what kind of circumstances are causing the problem to begin with, such as misalignment of the teeth, which causes trauma. Clearly the answer is not always obvious, it really depends on the case. To know for sure, you definitely need to see a dentist to lead you in the right direction. Dr. Abraham Jaskiel, DMD, Dentist, in Brickle. (305) 854-8084. Refer to ad on pg 4.

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Zinc Combo Fights Aging Diseases When zinc, a trace mineral, is combined with tea, coffee, chocolate and other foods that contain specific antioxidant compounds, it boosts protection against the oxidative stress linked to aging and diseases such as dementia, cancer and heart disease, report researchers from Auburn University, in Alabama, and the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, in Germany.

Zinc activates a plant compound known as hydroquinone, which boosts foods’ antioxidant properties. Hydroquinone alone cannot break down harmful free radicals, but when combined with zinc, a type of enzyme is created that helps prevent damage to organs and tissues.

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Harmful bacteria from the genus Mycobacterium have been shown to linger in showerheads and lead to lung infections through inhalation of steam. University of Colorado researchers analyzed 656 biofilms coating the inside of showerheads sent to them by volunteers throughout the U.S. and Europe, and found twice as much mycobacterium in showerheads from households receiving municipal water than in those receiving well water.

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methods were suspected by the researchers. Plastic showerheads had levels that were, on average, two times lower than showerheads made of metal or metal and plastic components. “Hot spots” with high levels of mycobacteria—such as Hawaii, southern California, Florida, the upper Midwest and the mid-Atlantic states—generally overlapped regions where mycobacteriumrelated lung diseases are most prevalent.

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Harmful Bacteria Linked to Certain Showerheads

Immigration to U.S. Lowers Healthy Gut Bacteria People in developing nations have much greater diversity in gut bacteria than Americans, but a University of Minnesota study of U.S. immigrants has found that six to nine months after moving to the U.S. and eating a Western diet, the gut bacteria of those from countries with predominantly non-Western diets changed to match gut bacteria typical of a Western diet, while their gut bacteria became less diverse and less healthy.

These effects increased with the duration of U.S. residence and were compounded across generations. The more “Westernized” a woman’s microbiome, the greater her risk of obesity.

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Bitter melon (Momordica charantia), a spiky, cucumbershaped fruit, has traditionally been used in Asian countries to lower blood sugar. Now, researchers at Universiti Sains Malaysia report that it can significantly improve symptoms and reduce the pain of knee osteoarthritis. Half of 75 patients were given a placebo and the other half 1,500 milligrams three times a day of a bitter melon supplement.

After three months, the bitter melon group had significantly fewer symptoms and less knee pain and analgesic use, as well as lowered body weight, body mass index and fasting blood glucose levels.

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Bitter Melon Eases Knee Pain

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Ashwagandha Normalizes Hypothyroid Levels Ashwagandha, a traditional ayurvedic herb, can significantly improve symptoms of subclinical hypothyroidism, a condition that affects many women, a new double-blind clinical study shows. Researchers from India’s Sudbhawana Hospital tested 50 patients that had high circulating thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels. For eight weeks, half were given 600 milligrams a day of ashwagandha; the other half were given a placebo. In the treatment group, TSH levels fell by more than 17 percent, T4 levels increased by nearly 20 percent and T3 levels increased by more than 40 percent. “Ashwagandha treatment effectively normalized the serum thyroid indices during the eight-week treatment period in a significant manner,” the report concluded.

The Power of Thank-You Notes Practicing gratitude is a healthy habit, yet people often hesitate to write heartfelt thank-you notes to people that have touched their lives. Researchers at the University of Chicago and the University of Texas, in Austin, report that writers underestimate how much people receiving those notes are surprised, happy and appreciative.

The researchers also found that the letter writers were unduly concerned about their ability to express their gratitude skillfully. While the writers worried about choosing the right words, the recipients felt happiness simply through the warmth of the gesture.

Walnut Leaves Improve Diabetic Health In a double-blind study of 40 Type-2 diabetes patients, Iranian researchers gave half of them 200 milligrams of an extract of walnut leaf (Juglans regia) for eight weeks and the other half a placebo. Although the walnut leaf extract had no significant effect on their blood glucose levels or insulin resistance, it significantly lowered systolic blood pressure and body weight in the patients.

Sniffing Dogs Can Detect Malaria After years of worldwide decline, malaria is on a worrisome upswing, but researchers from Durham University, in the UK, have found a quick, non-invasive,

low-cost detection method: dogs. Trained to sniff out malaria parasites in socks that West African children wore for one night, the canines correctly identified 70 percent among the infected and 90 percent among the uninfected children.

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Munching on almonds and walnuts significantly increases blood vessel dilation and reduces artery plaque, say West Virginia University scientists. In a two-day study, 27 overweight volunteers ate 77 grams of almonds (about 2.5 handfuls) along with their lunch one day; on another day, they ate 60 grams of walnuts (about two handfuls) with lunch. Measurements taken four hours after each meal found that both diets significantly increased blood vessel dilation and lowered markers of artery plaque. Both types of nuts also reduced heart rate and systolic blood pressure among the volunteers.

Holy Basil Fights Tooth Infection Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), an Indian herb also known as holy basil, has been proven effective in studies in reducing stress, lowering blood sugar and healing wounds.

Now, research from India’s Rishiraj College of Dental Sciences has found that tulsi essential oil, used as a disinfectant, significantly reduced infection levels following root canals of primary molars in a study of 40 children. Although a triple antibiotic cream had better antibiotic properties, the researchers recommended tulsi for longstanding infections and to avoid antibiotic reactions and overuse.

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Children and teens that spend more than seven hours a day on screens have twice the risk of being diagnosed with anxiety or depression compared to those that spend one hour a day similarly engaged, concluded a San Diego State University study of more than 40,000 youngsters.

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Tips for a Tree-Free Home Many Ways to Pare Down Paper Use

If one in five households switched to electronic bills, statements and payments, the collective impact would save 151 million pounds of paper annually, eliminating 8.6 million full garbage bags and 2 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions, according to the PayItGreen Alliance.

While computers continue to offer significant environmental benefits, there are other “tree-mendous” things we can do to conserve forest resources. n Paper bags can be substituted for plastic bags as trash can liners and serve as compost-ready receptacles for fruit and vegetable scraps. ChasingGreen.org describes many ways to reuse paper bags after cutting them along the seams; use them to wrap gifts and shipping boxes or let the kids paint or draw on them. n Use the blank side of sales receipts, envelopes, shopping lists and other paper scraps to jot down to-do lists, notes and more. The family can keep a small pile that everyone can tap into.

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Climate Change Documentary Seeks Consensus

National Geographic Documentary Films, in partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies and RadicalMedia, has released the new film Paris to Pittsburgh (free at NatGeoTV. com), a tribute to the impassioned efforts of individuals battling the most severe threats of climate change in their own backyards. Set against the national debate over the United States’ energy future and the Trump administration’s decision to exit the Paris Climate Agreement, the film captures what’s at stake for communities around the country and the inspiring ways Americans are responding.

The film, which premiered in December in 172 countries in 43 languages, is directed and produced by Emmy Award winner Sidney Beaumont and Emmy-nominated filmmaker Michael Bonfiglio.

It features local leaders and everyday citizens telling the stories behind climate-related recovery and resiliency. The documentary illustrates the tireless innovative efforts to reduce carbon emissions, including those in former coal boomtowns such as Pittsburgh, where Mayor Bill Peduto says, “There are now more jobs in renewable energy in the state of Pennsylvania than coal, natural gas and oil combined.”

n Replace paper napkins and towels with cloth napkins or portions of old T-shirts that can be washed and reused. n Choose paper products that are gentle on the Earth in how they are made. TreeZero Inc. (TreeZero. com) markets, supplies and distributes 100 percent carbonneutral paper made from recycled sugarcane waste fiber. n Consider “branching out” and help protect trees that are being threatened by overharvesting, development and the effects of climate change by supporting the Alliance for Community Trees (ACTrees.org), a national nonprofit that plants trees in communities across the nation.

Get the shovels ready to pitch in when the Arbor Day Foundation (ArborDay.org) celebrates its 148th annual tree-planting events on April 26—especially important this year due to the destruction of many trees from recent hurricanes and fires.

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Fish Revival

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Horse Sense

Wild Horses Ride Out the Storm North Carolina’s freeroaming wild horse herds on the Outer Banks have “ridden out” their share of storms. When Hurricane Florence struck the area in 2018, the Corolla Wild Horse Fund of Currituck County, where the herd lives, announced on Facebook, “The horses have lived on this barrier island for 500 years, and they are well-equipped to deal with 16

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rough weather. They know where to go to stay high and dry, and are probably in better shape right now than most of us humans, who are scrambling with final preparations.” Historians believe the herds, which number about 100 horses, descend from those brought to the New World

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Insects around the world are in a crisis, and a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that the problem is even more widespread than scientists first believed. In a pristine rain forest in Puerto Rico, the number of invertebrates—including moths, butterflies, spiders and grasshoppers—dropped 60-fold between 1977 and 2013, probably due to a fourdegree rise in average temperature. The lizards, birds and frogs that fed on them also seriously declined. In 2014, an international team of biologists estimated that globally in the past 35 years, the numbers of invertebrates such as beetles and bees had decreased by 45 percent.

Another recent study showed a 76 percent decrease in flying insects in the past few decades in German nature preserves. The food web may be being obliterated from the bottom: Insects pollinate three-quarters of our food crops, feed the birds and fish that are also consumed by larger species and are vital to the decomposition that keeps soil healthy and ecosystems running. “Nature’s resilient, but we’re pushing her to such extremes that eventually it will cause a collapse of the system,” Brad Lister, a co-author of the Puerto Rican study, told the New York Times.

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Sharp Decline Threatens Ecosystem

Following the removal two years ago of an obsolete dam in Manville, New Jersey, American shad are successfully spawning in the lower section of the Millstone River.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently observed juvenile fish there for the first time since 1845. American shad (Alosa sapidissima) are the largest member of the herring family and are anadromous, as they spend most of their lives in saltwater, but return to freshwater rivers each spring to spawn. They played an important role in American history and economics.

New Jersey Department of Emvironmental Protection Commissioner Catherine McCabe says, “This species has an inherent tendency to recolonize once obstacles are removed from its migratory path.” During the Industrial Revolution, rivers were dammed for electric power and lakes, but during the last decade, dam removal has become a new call to action. Besides preventing fish migrations, dams also harm water quality in rivers by blocking water flow, trapping sediment and changing habitats.

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Shad Return After 174-Year Absence

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feral mustangs to either huddle on high ground, butts to the wind, or seek refuge in the maritime forest during storms, say experts. But news has come of a Shackleford Banks horse named Merlin that was fenced in an inundated quarantine site

during the storm, according to the Foundation for Shackleford Horses.

Merlin somehow survived, and it “may have involved swimming,” says Margaret Poindexter, president of the foundation that co-manages the herd on National Park Service land.

Bat Cave Rescue

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A cold-loving fungus known as white-nose syndrome (Pseudogymnoascus destructans) originating in Eurasia, where bats evolved to develop immunity to it, began infecting 15 species of hibernating bats in North America in 2006. As the fungus grows over bats’ noses and wings, it disrupts their winter sleep, causing them to expend too much energy and burn up fat they need for winter survival. More than 6 million bats have succumbed to the disease so far. Some species are experiencing near total collapse: Little brown bat populations have been decimated by about 90 percent, while tricolored and northern long-eared bats are suffering losses of around 97 percent. Ecologists thought the fungus might halt at the Rockies, but by 2016 it had made its way to Washington State.

A collaboration between the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, biologists, ecologists, mycologists, biochemists and other scientists at universities, NGOs and state, federal and tribal agencies have made significant progress in combating the fungus using genomics: Sequencing its genes has allowed them to determine its origin. Plans include treating the caves and mines in which the bats hibernate. It also appears that some species are developing resistance to the fungus or developing coping strategies, like waking up together every night to generate extra group warmth.

Scientists are trying to translate speech-paralyzed patients’ thoughts into speech using brain implants. The technique will potentially provide a brain/computer interface (BCI) to enable people with a spinal cord injury, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, stroke or other paralyzing conditions to “talk” again. Experts think a system that decodes whether a person is silently saying yes, no, hungry, pain or water is now within reach, thanks to parallel advances in neuroscience, engineering and machine learning. “We think we’re getting enough of an understanding of the brain signals that encode silent speech that we could soon make something practical,” says Brian Pasley, of the University of California, Berkeley.

The first BCI read electrical signals in the motor cortex corresponding to the intention to move, and used software to translate the signals into instructions to operate a computer cursor or robotic arm. In 2016, scientists at the University of Pittsburgh went a step further, adding sensors to a mind-controlled robotic arm so it produced sensations of touch.

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Heart of a Woman The Right Choices Keep It Strong

by Lisa Marshall

S

ometime between the salad and the main course at her grandson’s bar mitzvah, Joyce Lenard, then 69, felt a crushing pressure deep within her chest.

A tireless go-getter who had worked in Hillary Clinton’s district office when she was a U.S. senator, raised two daughters and recently donated a kidney to one of them, Lenard had spent months painstakingly planning the 100-guest gala, so when the pain came, she ignored it and got on with the party. She even drove herself to her Long Island home that night. “I just assumed I was having indigestion and it would pass,” Lenard recalls.

Hours later, her husband rushed her to the hospital, where she was diagnosed with a rare, often-fatal form of heart attack, takotsubo cardiomyopathy, in which intense stress literally changes the shape of the heart. Thankful to be alive, she has since taken up meditation, cleaned up her diet and now leads a support group for female heart patients of all ages. Like her, many of them never saw it coming.

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“Women tend to be the caregivers,” says Lenard. “We take care of our husbands, our families, our friends, our careers, and we often forget about our own health. Then look what happens.” Lenard is among the 44 million U.S. women with cardiovascular disease, an insidious illness that until recently has been erroneously framed as a “man’s disease”. In reality, it is the number one killer of women, responsible for one in three deaths each year, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). By comparison, one in 26 women die of breast cancer.

While awareness has risen since 2004, when AHA launched its Go Red for Women campaign, surveys show only 17 percent of women view cardiovascular disease as something that should concern them.

It should, experts say, because 80 to 90 percent of cases are avoidable with lifestyle and dietary changes. In some cases, natural remedies can even reverse it. “We have all this sophisticated equipment and all these medications, but when it comes down

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In the late 1990s, researchers discovered women were about as likely as men to be diagnosed with the disease, and far more likely to die from it. “They didn’t have the classic signs and symptoms, so they often went undiagnosed and untreated,” explains Jennifer Mieres, M.D., a cardiology professor at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, in New York.

Along with chest pain, women often suffer fatigue, shortness of breath, indigestion, pain in the neck, back or jaw, nausea or anxiety in the months leading up to a heart attack. In more than half of the cases, according to one recent study in the journal Circulation, doctors fail to recognize these symptoms.

Then there is the “not now” factor. “I used to see women all the time who said, ‘I have had these symptoms for months, but I just didn’t have time to take care of it,’” says Mieres, co-author of Heart Smart for Women: Six S.T.E.P.S. in Six Weeks to Heart-Healthy Living.

Recent research has also shown that women are uniquely vulnerable to developing heart disease in ways that men don’t share. Taking birth control pills (especially while smoking) can boost risk. Complications during pregnancy such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes can be hard on the heart, increasing vulnerability for years to come. Because estrogen is believed to be cardio-protective, when it wanes during perimenopause and menopause, risk goes up again.

“As soon as we hit menopause, our biological milieu starts to change,” says Mieres, noting that “good” cholesterol tends to decrease and “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides tend to increase.

Yet, arterial plaque—which can ultimately build up, break loose and cause a heart attack or stroke—starts accumulating as early as age 20, so the earlier women start paying attention, the better.

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to it, the vast majority of cardiovascular disease can be prevented,” says integrative cardiologist Christina Adams, M.D., of the Scripps Women’s Heart Center, in La Jolla, California.

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We have all this sophisticated equipment and all these medications, but when it comes down to it, the vast majority of cardiovascular disease can be prevented.

Food Not Meds

Thirty years after the first cholesterol-lowering medication hit the market, so-called statin drugs have become the largest class of medications in the world, with U.S. sales doubling between 2000 and 2010 to reach $20 billion, according to the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. While drugs can be appropriate for those already diagnosed with heart disease and at high risk of heart attack or stroke, they are not without serious side effects. Statins can cause chronic muscle pain, memory loss and increased blood sugar, while hypertension drugs can precipitate fainting and kidney damage.

For many patients, there’s another way, integrative cardiologists say. Unfortunately, most of the talk about prevention focuses on prescription medications, says Stephen Devries, M.D., executive director of the Chicago-based Gaples Institute for Integrative Cardiology. “What often gets lost in the discussion are the dietary changes, which can be equally important.”

Devries recommends a plant-based Mediterranean diet—low in the saturated fat found in beef, processed meats and cheese—and high in leafy greens, whole grains and the “good” fats found in fatty fish, olive oil and avocados. Specific foods have also been shown to lower cholesterol and blood pressure.

Nuts, including walnuts, peanuts and almonds, have been shown to lower LDL. One 2017 study of 77,000 female nurses, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, found those that ate peanuts or tree nuts (including almonds and cashews) two or more times per week had a 19 percent lower risk of developing heart disease. Those that ate walnuts once a week cut their risk by 23 percent.

Dark purple and red fruits contain compounds called anthocyanins that boost production of nitric oxide, and in turn expand blood vessels, improving circulation. Another recent study, published in the journal Circulation, followed 94,000 women for 18 years and found those that ate four servings or more per week of blueberries and strawberries were a third less likely to have a heart attack.

Pomegranates are also key for heart health, with recent research published in the journal Clinical Nutrition showing a daily serving of juice can make platelets less sticky, lower blood pressure and reduce plaque formation.

Dark leafy greens like kale and broccoli—which are rich in vitamin K—play an important role in fostering a healthy heart structure, with each serving per week cutting the risk of heart disease by 23 percent, according to the Gaples Institute.

Nurturing the Emotional Heart

No discussion of heart health would be complete without an emphasis on social and emotional health, a critical risk factor which until recently has been largely absent, says Sandeep Jauhar, M.D., director of the Heart Failure Program at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and author of the new book, Heart: A History.

But research shows the emotional heart can break, too, as in Lenard’s case.

With as many as 90 percent of incidents occurring in women, the condition that landed her in the emergency room often shows up in patients with no signs of obstructed blood vessels or high cholesterol.

Rather, factors like financial worries, work stress or the death of or break-up with a loved one can flood the heart with stress hormones, changing its shape to one that resembles a Japanese pot called a takotsubo and weakening it profoundly. “Remarkably, in many cases, once the emotional state returns to normal, so does the heart,” says Jauhar.

Longer-term, emotional stress has been shown to lead to platelet aggregation, or stickiness in the blood, which can impact blood flow. Also, constant bombardment by stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol can damage the inner walls of blood vessels, boosting accumulation of plaque.

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ª Red yeast rice extract: This over-

the-counter (OTC) extract, commonly used in Chinese medicine, has been shown to significantly lower both total cholesterol and LDL, or “bad” cholesterol levels, much like a statin does. Studies show 1.2 to 2.4 grams per day can reduce cholesterol by 26 percent in 12 weeks.

ª Omega-3 fatty acids: Eating fatty fish

or taking fish oil supplements (one to four grams daily of EPA/DHA) has been shown to reduce risk of heart disease in healthy people and lower triglyceride levels and risk of heart attack in those already diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. Walnuts, chia, hemp and flax seeds are excellent vegan sources of Omega-3s.

ª Coenzyme Q10: Found in small

amounts in organ meats, sardines, cauliflower and asparagus, this powerful antioxidant—also available in OTC supplements—can lower blood pressure and help combat the side effects of statins.

ª Nicotinamide riboside: Fairly new on the supplement scene, this compound, known as NR, has been shown to mimic the beneficial impacts of calorie restriction, improving blood pressure and arterial health in those with mild hypertension. ª Garlic: Some studies suggest that garlic, either fresh or in supplements, can lower cholesterol and blood pressure.

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To nurture the metaphorical heart, integrative cardiologists recommend taking time to maintain healthy personal relationships and minimize work stress. As well, exercising five to six days per week for at least 30 minutes and practicing activities like mindfulness meditation or yoga have been shown to lower heart rate. A recent study published in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes looked at 201 people with coronary heart disease. It found those that practiced meditation were 50 percent less likely to die or have a heart attack or stroke in the span of five years.

Finding quiet spaces to retreat to can also be important. A study published in November by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital, in Boston, found that living and working in chronically noisy environments can boost the risk for heart problems. It is also wise to prioritize sleep (at least seven hours per night), because the lack of it can inflame arteries.

The bottom line is that a holistic approach is best, says Jauhar. “If you want to live a long life, don’t smoke, eat well and exercise, but also pay attention to the quality of your relationships and your ability to withstand stress and transcend distress. Those are also a matter of life and death.”

Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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by Emily Courtney

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en Page is a licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist and author of Deeper Dating: How to Drop the Games of Seduction and Discover the Power of Intimacy.

A relationship, intimacy and dating expert, he has led hundreds of workshops on intimacy and spirituality and taught at Columbia University, the Omega Institute and the Garrison Institute. Page also hosts the Deeper Dating Podcast (DeeperDatingPodcast.com).

What are Core Gifts, and what role do they play in the search for lasting love?

In my decades of work as a psychotherapist and coach, I’ve come to realize again and again that the qualities people feel most embarrassed or awkward about—their deepest insecurities—are some of their greatest gifts.

These Core Gifts are like secret parts of ourselves that we often want to hide because we feel so vulnerable around them. But these gifts are where we have the greatest sensitivity and passion; they’re the things we feel and care the most deeply about and the keys to finding someone who really loves us for who we are. When we learn to lead with and cherish our Core Gifts instead of hiding them away, the story of our romantic life completely changes.

But the opposite is true, too. Suppressing our gifts is actually an act of

quiet violence against our most authentic self, and it always leads us into situations where we end up feeling diminished or hurt. The degree to which we feel ashamed of those vulnerable parts of ourselves is the degree to which we’re going to be attracted to people who are bad for us.

How can we move past our insecurities to discover and honor our Core Gifts?

If you find yourself repeatedly attracted to people who don’t treasure you for who you are, there are Core Gift qualities you haven’t learned to honor. Anywhere you’re insecure, you can ask yourself questions that really change the way you think about yourself. What might be the gift that lies inside this insecurity, and how have I not honored it? Who are the people in my life who have valued my gifts and how did that feel?

You can also discover your Core Gifts by asking yourself what sensitivities keep getting stepped on or neglected—those are qualities you haven’t learned to treasure enough yet.

Why is it important to differentiate between what you call Attractions of Inspiration and Attractions of Deprivation?

This is perhaps the most important distinction you can make in your search for love.

Attractions of Deprivation are attractions to people who are only sometimes available to love and treat you well, but you become deeply invested in trying to get them to love you because you’re unconsciously trying to heal old childhood wounds through the relationship.

But there are also Attractions of Inspiration; these are people who inspire you by who they are in the world and how they treat you and others. When you start really learning how to honor and lead with your Core Gifts, your attractions change. You’ll start becoming attracted to available people who love you for who you are.

Deciding to say no to Attractions of Deprivation to only pursue Attractions of Inspiration is quite simply the most important decision you’ll ever make in your search for healthy love.

What is the Wave of Distancing, and how can it sabotage relationships?

The Wave of Distancing is the single greatest saboteur of healthy love that I know of.

If you haven’t yet learned to honor your Core Gifts, you’ll want to flee when you meet Attractions of Inspiration who are available and kind. You may begin noticing qualities about them that irritate you and find yourself wanting to leave—this is what I call the Wave.

The Wave is fear, because something deep inside you knows that this person could be special, and to open yourself up to and possibly be hurt by a kind person is a very scary thing. So your psyche unconsciously protects you by making you want to flee, and if you don’t understand this, then you may leave what could be a wonderful relationship.

If you do understand it, you’ll come to realize that like a wave, it hits hard, but then passes. If you can stick around long enough and just keep enjoying that person throughout the Wave, those feelings will disappear and the attraction will return.

Emily Courtney is a freelance health and wellness writer and editor living in northern Colorado. Connect at EmilyCourtneyWrites@gmail.com.

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AMAZING EMBRACE The Healing Power of Hugs

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These behaviors ugs don’t just feel A Primal Need good; they do also turn down our for Connection good. A simple biological response Mata Amritanandamayi, embrace can boost our to stress and may a 65-year-old Indian spirihealth and mood, connect tual leader better known even improve us spiritually and even help as Amma, has hugged mend society. how our immune tens of millions of people

Hugs and other types system works. around the world, earning of affectionate touching her the nickname, “the ~Michael Murphy, can provide numerous hugging saint.” benefits in the face of researcher Amma’s tradition of threats or stress, according hugging people grew organically, from hugto Michael Murphy, Ph.D., a researcher ging someone she noticed in distress, to how with the Laboratory for the Study of she receives massive crowds clamoring for Stress, Immunity and Disease at Carnegie one of her loving, compassionate embraces.

Mellon University, in Pittsburgh. “The

“A hug is a gesture that reveals the research shows that touch behaviors like spiritual truth that, ‘We are not two—we hugs reduce negative responses to threats are one,’” says Swami Amritaswaruand make people feel happier, more secure pananda, one of Amma’s senior disciples. and more supported.”

“In today’s world, where people often feel

In a study of 404 adults, Carnegie alienated and lonely, a hug can uplift and Mellon researchers looked at how social support and hugs affected participants’ sus- make us feel reconnected to the people and world around us.” ceptibility to the common cold after being

Intention is key to the exchange of exposed to the virus. “People experiencing energy that occurs with a hug, says Amrilots of conflict are more likely to get a cold taswarupananda. “What is important is the when exposed to a virus,” says Murphy. sincerity behind the action—the genuine “But individuals who also tend to receive feeling of love and compassion. A simple lots of hugs appear protected from this adglance or mere touch of the hand can have ditional risk.”

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that same power to make us feel whole if that genuine, heartfelt connection is there.”

Hugs tap into that fundamental human need to belong, says Murphy. “Hugs and other forms of affectionate touch act as powerful reminders that we belong. “These behaviors also turn down our biological response to stress and may even improve how our immune system works.” For example, researchers think that touching might trigger our body to release oxytocin, a hormone that can reduce fear and improve social bonding, Murphy notes. Hugs and the associated oxytocin release can have powerful ripple effects in the body, decreasing heart rate and levels of stress hormones cortisol and norepinephrine, along with improving immune function and pain tolerance. Oxytocin can also trigger the release of feel-good hormones like serotonin and dopamine.

Bridging Divides With a Hug While Murphy cautions that the jury is out on the effects of hugs on strangers, as most research has been done on embraces between loved ones, Ken Nwadike, Jr. has built a national campaign around the concept. Known as the “free hugs guy”, the former competitive runner began offering up hugs during the 2014 Boston Marathon, the year after the deadly bombing.

Nwadike has since brought the Free Hugs Project to more divisive spaces, from political rallies to protests, offering hugs to all to spread love and inspire change.

The Los Angeles activist’s all-embracing hugs are a symbol of unconditional love, respect and unity at a time when tensions and political divisions are running high. For Nwadike, hugs are a way of de-escalating conflict and mending the human divide.

“Communities are divided because of fear, hatred and misunderstanding. Starting the conversation with kindness, rather than hatred, will get us a lot further,” he says.

Consent is always important, and not everyone appreciates an unsolicited hug. But like compliments, hugs are free to give and usually well received. As humans, we bear arms that were built not to harm, but to heal.

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A COMMON HEART SONG Whales Point the Way

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ust as whales are born with an instinct for the deep, we are born with an impulse toward creating a quality of life. No matter the type of work that leads us there, following that impulse is the destiny of each soul, so we search to find our medium through which aliveness can express itself. Following our instinct for the deep, we find each other.

In areas of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, whales sing basically the same song, and when a new verse is added, they all incorporate it. As humans, we have a greater capacity to communicate, yet we resist adding to our common song.

Whales occupying the same geographical areas that may include large oceans tend to sing similar songs with local variations, but whales from other regions of the world will sing entirely different songs. Once united, though, they find a common pitch. The songs are constantly evolving over time, and old patterns are not repeated.

In essence, whales stay current, freshly updating their communications with each other. It’s a noble task for us all to emulate.

Most whales, especially humpbacks, compose patterns of sound that are strikingly resonant with human musical traditions.

What helps whales be such good communicators is that sound travels about four times faster in water than on land. Thus, it is profoundly easier to hear in the deep. Dwelling there, we have a better chance of staying current and hearing our common song.

When we follow our instinct for the deep, we discover our common song, which brings us alive. Through this unfolding, we make our contribution to the common good. From generation to generation, all that we learn and create adds to this living work of art we call a quality of life.

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s a special meal for Valentine’s Day or any other, many plant-based dishes are so tasty that no one will miss the meat. Low in fat and sugar and high in ingredients that promote heart health, the following recipes are courtesy of Carol D’Anca, a board-certified nutrition practitioner and author of Real Food for Healthy People: A Recipe & Resource Guide, in Highland Park, Illinois.

Start With Soup

Rich in dietary fiber and low in fat, butternut squash with low-salt vegetable broth and spices is an easy-to-make soup loaded with nutrients and flavor. Allow 40 to 45 minutes to roast the squash.

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Yields: Four servings 1 butternut squash, 2-3 lbs, peeled and cut in cubes to equal 4 cups

3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth Dash red pepper flakes Freshly ground black pepper Pepitas or pumpkin seeds for garnish Preheat oven to 425° F. Line a heavy baking pan with parchment paper. Spread squash cubes in a single layer, using two lined pans if needed. Roast for about 40 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.

Alternate method: Wash the squash. Make several slits to allow for escaping steam.

Roast whole in the oven for about 45 minutes or until soft and easy to peel and cut.

Transfer the roasted squash to a food processor or heavy-duty blender. Add remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Add additional broth to reach desired consistency.

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Divide into four bowls. For texture and crunch, garnish with roasted pepita or pumpkin seeds.

Hearty Bread

This whole-grain, gluten-free, no-knead, no-mess bread contains flax, sunflower and chia seeds, hazelnuts, oats, coconut oil and maple syrup as a sweetener. Accompanying soup, it makes for a satisfying meal.

This recipe is adapted from “Change Your Life Bread” in D’Anca’s book My New Roots.

Let it sit on the counter for at least two hours, or all day or overnight. When the dough retains its shape, even when you pull the sides of the loaf pan or lift the parchment, it’s ready to bake.

Preheat oven to 350° F. Place loaf pan in the oven on the middle rack and bake for 20 minutes. Remove bread from loaf pan, place it upside down directly on the rack and bake for another 30 to 40 minutes.

Bread is done when it sounds hollow when tapped. Let cool completely before slicing.

Store bread in a tightly sealed container for up to five days. Freezes well. For a quick and easy toast, slice before freezing.

The Pleasures of Pasta

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Yields: One loaf 2 cups shelled raw sunflower seeds 1 cup whole flax seeds 1 cup blanched hazelnuts 3 cups rolled oats (use certified gluten-free oats, if needed) 4 Tbsp chia seeds 6 Tbsp psyllium husks Pinch fresh ground coarse salt, preferably Himalayan 2 Tbsp maple syrup 6 Tbsp coconut oil, liquefied at low temperature in a small pan 3 cups water In a loaf pan lined with parchment, combine all dry ingredients, stirring well.

Whisk maple syrup and water together in a measuring cup.

Add to the dry ingredients and mix until everything is soaked and dough becomes thick. If it’s too thick to stir, add one or two teaspoons of water until it’s manageable.

Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.

Pasta is guilt-free when we use a whole wheat variety that digests more slowly than white flour pasta, avoiding blood sugar spikes, D’Anca says. Gluten-free, grainfree or vegetable pasta can be substituted for whole grain pasta. Fresh asparagus is recommended. If it’s not in season, consider red chard for its bright red and green colors and abundance of vitamins K, A and C. It’s a good source of magnesium, potassium, iron and dietary fiber.

Use red, orange, yellow or a mix of colors 1½ Tbsp fresh thyme leaves 1 lb fresh asparagus, pencil thin is best (if not available, substitute red chard) ¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives ½ cup fresh basil ¼ cup white wine or white wine vinegar Squeeze garlic from its skins into a large skillet. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is reduced and thickened to a sauce (coulis), about 20 to 30 minutes. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente.

Drain the pasta well and place back in the pan. Add tomato coulis and olives. Toss well to infuse flavors. Let warm for 2 to 3 minutes.

Serve at once.

Savory Side Dish

Chickpeas are a great source of fiber. Bell peppers, also known as sweet peppers, are available in white, orange, green and purple. Lycopene gives red tomatoes their color, may reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol and lower blood pressure. Yellow tomatoes have twice as much iron and zinc and higher levels of vitamin B and folate to help red blood cells. Darker tomatoes ranging from purple to black produce higher levels of antioxidants for a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Don’t overlook green tomatoes, which are higher in vitamin K and calcium than reds or yellows.

Roasted Chickpeas with Grilled Vegetables Yields: Serves two, or four if dished over quinoa

Whole Grain Pasta with Asparagus and Tomato Coulis Yields: 6 servings for dinner or 8 as a smaller first course.

1 lb of your favorite whole grain pasta 3 large cloves garlic, roasted for about 25 minutes in their skins 3 pints cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

12 small mushrooms, sliced 2 ripe tomatoes, quartered 1 red bell pepper, cut in strips 1 yellow pepper, cut in strips 1 red onion, cut into wedges, or 1½ cups leeks, halved lengthwise, cleaned, and cut chiffonade-style About 6 cloves of garlic, peeled 2, 14-oz cans of chickpeas, rinsed and drained 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary Balsamic or white wine vinegar February 2019

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Remove the pan and turn the vegetables over. Add the chickpeas and rosemary and return to the oven. Roast for another 30 to 45 minutes until the edges of the vegetables start to turn dark and the chickpeas are browning.

1 cup almond meal ½ cup almond butter ¼ cup raw cacao, organic 3 Tbsp grade B maple syrup 1 tsp organic vanilla ¼ cup raw almonds, ground ¼ cup raw cacao nibs, ground Finely ground nuts like walnuts or hazelnuts, shredded coconut or raw cacao for texture and added flavor

Sprinkle with balsamic vinegar, toss and serve warm as is or over quinoa.

Make a flax “egg” by mixing the ground flax seeds with the water. Let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes until it thickens to an egg consistency.

Place the bell pepper, onion and garlic in a food processor and process until smooth.

Remove the mixture and drain in a fine sieve. Too much liquid will make the burgers fall apart.

Burgers for Lunch

These burgers are good either oven baked or grilled, weather permitting. Offer toppings like baby spinach, salsa, nut cheese, pesto, fig jam, mango or slaw. Apple cider vinegar, dill, celery salt and agave nectar to taste makes a dressing for slaw. Thin slices of Granny Smith or Honey Crisp apples add a tang of tart or hint of sweetness.

Black Bean/Veggie Burger 1 16-oz can of black beans, drained, rinsed well and dried on a paper towel ½ red bell pepper, cut in large pieces 1 medium-size onion, cut in large pieces 1 Tbsp chili powder, mild or hot to taste 3 cloves of garlic, rough chopped 1 tsp black cumin 1 Tbsp ground flax seeds 3 Tbsp water Approximately 1 cup bread crumbs (glutenfree if needed) to act as a binder 4 buns or bread of choice 26

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Place black beans in the food processor and pulse to a thick, sticky consistency.

Add the drained red pepper mixture, flax “egg”, cumin and chili spice. Process until lightly mixed.

Remove the burger mixture to a bowl.

Add bread crumbs until you have a firm burger and form into patties.

Grill for 5 to 10 minutes, turning once, or bake in a 350° F oven on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 5 to 10 minutes on each side.

Guilt-Free Chocolate Dessert

“Chocolate desserts usually include loads of sugar and butter, making them a highly processed and saturated-fat food,” says D’Anca. “These treats deliver the good fat of cacao nibs and the antioxidants of raw cacao.”

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Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix them to a smooth batter. Chill the batter for about 20 minutes.

Roll into either bite-sized or larger balls to serve as is or roll in nuts, coconut or cacao for texture and added taste.

For more recipes and information about nutrition and heart health provided by D’Anca, visit FoodNotMeds.com.

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Put mushrooms, tomatoes, red and yellow peppers, onion and garlic in a large roasting pan. Roast for about 30 minutes or until the vegetables caramelize.

Eating healthy doesn’t mean all salads, all the time. From appetizer to dessert, healthy, easy-to-make, creative and colorful recipes can improve health and add flavor to life.

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hether skiing on Preparing your training. Winter fitness prep fresh powder body should be on classes offer ideal benefits, but on a mountain simple walking or running up top of your list of and down stairs can also do slope, ice skating or snowvacation details. wonders. “Stairs are the closest shoeing, winter recreation offers new opportunities to thing to a hill, and you can get ~Linda Scholl get in shape and a specialcreative with stairs—skipping ized focus for fitness. a stair or hopping. It also has a cardio com “Preparing your body should be on top ponent which helps you adjust to the altitude of your list of vacation details,” says physical of a ski destination,” says Scholl. therapist Linda Scholl, of the University of

Maggie Lehrian, owner of Roots Utah Orthopaedic Center. Her ski fitness Yoga Studio, in Hawley, Pennsylvania, classes in Salt Lake City focus on developing attests to yoga’s benefits for conditioning, four muscle groups: quads, hamstrings, glutes “The standing sequences in yoga practice, and core. “Ideally, you should take six to eight especially hatha yoga, are tremendously weeks to prepare for a ski vacation, but three effective at increasing balance and strength weeks’ prep is better than nothing,” she says. in the legs and glutes needed for crossThat also goes for most winter pursuits. country and downhill skiing, skating and

Sean Sewell, founder of Mountain snow shoeing.”

Fitness School, in Denver, concurs. “People

She recommends adding 30 minutes tend to think that these sports are mostly of cardio, such as walking or running, three quad-dominant, but it’s not necessarily the times a week to a balanced yoga practice case. I believe the body works as a unit, and that includes components of strengthis therefore only as strong as its weakest building and stretching. Yoga fosters link, so all muscle groups are important in concentration and endurance and offers the big picture.” unrealized benefits. “Breathwork can be Lunges, single-leg dead lifts and lateral-motion exercises are all well-suited for tailored

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with strength-building, core-focused styles such as vinyasa or power flow.

Avoiding Injury Experts agree that the body’s core muscle groups are not only key in getting fit, but play a major role in preventing common injuries.

“The core should always be activated during heavy exercises.

This keeps the back safe and allows for better power output,” says Sewell. “The core is not just the abdominal muscles. I like to think of the core as an area from the shoulders to the knees and both the front and back of the body.”

Proper alignment is paramount. “Skiing involves absorbing a lot of force. It’s literally controlling a fall downhill, so leg alignment is everything,” says Scholl. This applies to many winter sports—including skiing, hockey and ice skating—to avoid injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament, which stabilizes the knee.

Body Basics Being winter-ready also means eating well and staying hydrated, both on and off the slopes. “Eat well and take recovery seriously,” says Sewell. “If you are serious about performance and recovery, then do not skip out on eating.”

Scholl recommends drinking plenty of water, avoiding alcohol before hitting the slopes and consuming a good balance of protein and carbohydrates, especially post-workout or after a day of skiing.

Perks of Winter Sports

n Stretching and warming up are a must for mobility, recovery and most importantly, to maximize all exercises. Using foam rollers or a lacrosse ball and yoga and massage are all recommended. n Kettlebell Swing is the best bang-for-your-buck exercise for glutes, core, calorie-burning and endurance. If this is too advanced, a deadlift can replicate many of the same benefits. n Squat for healthy knees, strong quads and core, and better motor control. Try the goblet squat, offset squat, double kettlebell squat or body squat, or whatever else might be more comfortable. n Lunging is a good starting exercise; step-back, front and side lunges are three options. Add weight when proficient with a kettlebell, dumbbell or even a backpack. n Press for upper body strength and a strong core; pushup, chest press, overhead press.

Start off with a TRX or a high box for pushups to reinforce good form. Once proficient, progress to floor pushups. n Core exercises are for quicker results, safety and reinforcement for the back. Try planks and hollow holds.

According to physical therapist Linda Scholl, the following are recommended for three days a week for six to eight weeks to build strength and skill without overtraining. Repeat each exercise with a 15-second rest. n Hamstrings focus: dumbbell dead lifts standing on one or both legs (three repetitions, 10 each side) n Squats: body weight squat (10, three repetitions progressing to 10, three repetitions each leg)

Choosing a winter sport is ideal to help combat cold weather blues and the all-too-common winter rut. As a bonus, skiing and snowboarding burn a surprisingly high number of calories. In essence, getting outside just makes winter more enjoyable. “Whether it is a solo powder day or a mellow spring day, being in the mountains is empowering and rejuvenating,” says Sewell.

Scholl agrees. “It’s important to stay active, regardless of how cold it is outside. Enjoy winter and where you are.”

Tip: Technique matters. Squat with good form: knees over your ankles in both the frontal and sagittal plane (knees in line with your first and second toe and never in front of the toes throughout the entire squat).

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Check with a physician before beginning an exercise regimen.

n Buttocks/Lateral Motion: speed skater hops (three repetitions of 20 seconds each from side-to-side) n Core focus: plank/side plank (three repetitions of 30 seconds each)

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A YEAR OF INSPIRED LIVING

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ow we spend our money is important, but how and where we save it matters just as much. Today’s financial marketplace offers diverse options for values-based investing and banking, regardless of interests or assets.

Sustainable, responsible and impact investing is rapidly expanding. Professionally managed assets in the U.S. using socially responsible investment (SRI) strategies grew from $8.7 trillion to $12 trillion in the last two years, according to a 2018 report by the Forum for Sustainable and Responsible Investment. This represents 26 percent—about one in four dollars—of all U.S. assets under professional management.

The Big Bank Break-Up While large numbers of investors are moving their money responsibly, changing bank accounts can still feel difficult to many people, says Fran Teplitz, executive co-director of the Washington, D.C., nonprofit Green America, which works to promote a more sustainable economy.

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down into bite-sized steps. “Educate yourself on the issues with the conventional banking industry, from Wall Street speculation to predatory lending practices,” says Teplitz.

People don’t need to sacrifice banking needs for their values. Reflect upon what’s important in a financial institution, and then shop around for the right fit. Credit unions and community development banks that lend in local and underserved communities are often great choices, says Teplitz. Green America’s Get a Better Bank database is a great starting point for responsible banking options.

Investing for the Future For longer-term investing, there are more vehicles available to responsibly assist investors toward their financial and social goals. While responsible investing once meant simply screening out “sin stocks”, like tobacco, guns and gambling, which were available only to investors able to make a large minimum deposit, today there are values-based funds to suit every cause and income level.

“Socially responsible investing has come a long way since it got off the ground in this country during the apartheid divestiture movement in the 1980s,” says Gary

Matthews, an investment advisor and CEO of SRI Investing LLC, headquartered in New York City.

Countering some investor concerns about underperforming SRI funds, there is a growing body of evidence to show that money that does good can also do well. The firm Nuveen TIAA Investments assessed the leading SRI equity indexes over the long term and “found no statistical difference in returns compared to broad market benchmarks,” nor any additional risks, according to a 2017 report Responsible Investing: Delivering Competitive Performance.

SRI Approaches and Outcomes

Fossil fuel-free portfolios are trending, Matthews notes—which Green America encourages. While acknowledging the ever-fluctuating price of oil, Matthews says he’s seen diversified portfolios that eliminate oil, coal and natural gas do better at times than those that include them.

A subset of SRI investments, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing focuses less on what sector a company is in than on how they conduct their business. The way companies treat their employees and respond to climate change are factors that may have a positive influence on financial performance.

Robo-advisors, a recent arrival in the SRI sector, are online investment services that automate money management. Roboadvisor companies make it easier for people to invest and leverage technology to keep fees down, although they usually do not offer in-depth impact research on the companies within the financial products they offer, according to Amberjae Freeman, of the portfolio management team for Swell Investing LLC, an impact investment company in Santa Monica, California.

Swell evaluates thousands of companies to build diversified portfolios of businesses aligned with at least one of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Like most SRI firms, Swell offers retirement IRAs (individual retirement accounts), as well as more liquid brokerage accounts, with a minimum initial deposit of $50.

While the array of investment options can be daunting, investors should aim for progress, rather than perfection, in their portfolios. As the money and impact in a portfolio grows, so does an investor’s confidence and knowledge.

April Thompson is a freelance writer in Washington, D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.

A WORD TO THE MONEY-WISE n Verify that a bank is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) or the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), where accounts are insured up to $250,000 per depositor. n Responsible investors can also influence banking practices in their workplaces, religious institutions or professional associations by educating account managers about the issues.

Green America has a free booklet for 401k benefits managers at GreenAmerica.org/finance. n There are as many names for socially responsible investing (SRI) as there are approaches to it including community, ethical, green, impact, mission-related, responsible, sustainable and values-based investing. What an institution or a fund does and how they do it is more important than how it’s labeled. n The mainstreaming of SRI, while positive overall as impact investing is getting the attention of larger firms, has led to some “greenwashing”, where portfolios are being touted as socially responsible without much depth to their criteria, cautions investment advisor Gary Matthews, of SRI Investing LLC, in New York City. Fund sustainability rankings like the Morningstar Sustainability Rating can help take out the guesswork, although it pays to ask hard questions and look at a fund’s individual holdings. n Returns, whether social, environmental or financial, aren’t everything. “When it comes to investing, it’s important to get clear about specific goals, whether it’s planning for a home purchase or paying off student loans, understand the potential risks and returns, and set up an appropriate time horizon,” says Amberjae Freeman, of the portfolio management team for Swell Investing LLC, a Santa Monica-based impact investment firm.

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Before parents seek any treatment for their child’s anxiety, Kiel stresses the importance of looking at the basics. “When children don’t get enough sleep, their bodies don’t respond as well to stressful situations.

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Rosen concurs. “Artificial dyes and sweeteners can negatively impact mood and focus. More of an issue, though, is nutritional imbalance.” Skipping breakfast or eating mostly carbs can feed anxiety, he notes. “The brain relies on sustainable fuel—a blend of lean proteins, healthy fats—and in some cases, gluten-free, whole grain carbs.”

Eating foods high in healthy fat and protein can help minimize blood sugar fluctuations that can trigger symptoms of anxiety in kids. Probiotics and/or cultured and fermented foods can help gut health and promote equilibrium. Omega-3 fats from fish or vegetarian sources are also important additions.

Helpful Supplements Supplements dosed appropriately for children and teenagers are safe and can offer huge benefits. “Magnesium is good for relaxation, especially anxiety accompanied by muscle tension.

B-complex vitamins are also important because they are depleted by stress and help the body to handle stress,” says Kiel. Her herbal recommendations include skullcap, hops and milky oat as teas or glycerin-based extracts. “For teenagers, in addition to these three gentle herbs, I recommend kava kava, which can have a significant calming effect without drowsiness.”

Polyvagal Theory Research by Stephen Porges, Ph.D., a professor at the University of North Carolina, in Chapel Hill, addresses the importance of the vagus nerve, which runs from the brain through the face and thorax to the abdomen. His polyvagal theory suggests the interconnectedness of emotions, mind and body in both children and adults.

This nerve affects all major organs and plays a critical role in anxiety and inflammation. Mindful breathing and using the vocal chords, especially singing, stimulates the vagus nerve and nourishes well-being. Splashing the face with cold water during times of stress also tones this nerve and reduces acute anxiety.

DiGiacomo emphasizes that different natural therapies offer hope even for severe cases, advising, “It’s important to know that anxiety is highly treatable.”

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One thing I’d say is, learn spray the exam room ssential oils are derived from all you can before using with lavender between appointments to calm plant-based oils around pets. anxious clients. sources, leading people Sally Morgan, ~Gary Richter, integrative to equate natural with safe; but that’s not always veterinarian and founder of a physical therapist and advanced certithe case. Knowing how Ultimate Pet Nutrition fied practitioner of the and when to use oils is gentle animal bodywork therapy known vital, according to Gary Richter, DVM, an integrative veterinarian and medical director as Tellington TTouch, sees clients in her of Holistic Veterinary Care, in Oakland, Northampton, Massachusetts, office. “I California. A veterinarian trained in the use put a drop of a peace and calming blend of essential oils understands the properties or lavender on the carpet or a pillow,” she of each oil, along with its proper dilution and says. “It relaxes the animal and dissipates application, a subject not generally taught the smells of previous clients. I don’t use in traditional veterinary schools; holistic diffusers. The odor can be too strong for medicine requires additional training. their sensitive noses. There’s also a danger

With proper use under professional it could spill and be licked up.” guidance, essential oils can be part of a

Certified Professional Dog Trainer larger treatment plan, says Richter. Cats Knowledge Assessed Kim Paciotti, owner of are generally more sensitive to oils because Training Canines, LLC, based in Statesville, they don’t metabolize medicine as effiNorth Carolina, finds the scent of green apciently as dogs, he notes. “As one professor ples relieves anxiety and soothes upset tumused to tell our veterinary class, ‘Cats are mies for dogs and puppies that suffer from not small dogs, so they can’t be treated as if motion sickness. “Cotton balls placed inside they are’—always good to remember.” a small container clipped to the outside of their crates deliver the smell,” she says. “They Soothing Effects don’t have direct contact, but still reap the Just as chamomile tea relaxes humans, anxbenefits, allowing the dogs to self-medicate ious dogs find its scent calming. Some vets by sniffing when they feel the need.”

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Kimberley Wallace, founder of kW Sustainable Brands, in San Diego, burns organic, sweet basil-scented candles for their antiviral, antibacterial properties. Her pugs love the smell. “Our rescue pug has mast cell tumors which compromise her immune system. I do my due diligence to buy all-natural products whenever I can.”

Proceed With Caution Pure essential oils are far too strong to use undiluted, Richter says.

Age, physical condition and species are so varied that guessing which oil and how to use it can be dangerous to the pet. “Skin irritation like a hot spot or rash is a relatively minor problem that could benefit from the right essential oil. An open wound requires a veterinary visit,” he says. “Some oils aren’t recommended unless under veterinary guidance. Reactions can range from mere annoyance to toxicity.”

Wintergreen, melaleuca, pennyroyal, tea tree and pine oils cause the most reported problems for dogs, according to PetPoisonHelpline.com. Peppermint, cloves, cinnamon and oregano oil also can be quite strong and require educated use, says Richter.

An uneven gait, vomiting, diarrhea, drooling and weakness can be symptoms of toxicity, requiring immediate veterinary care to prevent damage to the central nervous system or organ failure.

In its fragrance and taste, plants have defense mechanisms to ward off destructive insects or to attract bees and butterflies.

Those same properties can help people and animals. The plant’s natural compounds can ward off fungi, bacteria, parasites or inflammation. However, just reading a label isn’t enough to know which oils will work best for these problems.

“The Animal Desk Reference II: Essential Oils for Animals, Second Edition, by Melissa Shelton, is a reader-friendly guide,” says Richter. “I touch on the subject in my book The Ultimate Pet Health Guide: Breakthrough Nutrition and Integrative Care for Dogs and Cats, but for deeper study, I recommend Shelton’s book.”

“One thing I’d say is, learn all you can before using oils around pets,” Richter says. “There’s not a one-size-fits-all formula for dilution for safe use. There are too many variables with oils and animals.”

Be more than a well-meaning pet lover—also be well-educated.

Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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We all know how amazing getting into the tub or whirlpool feels when you are sore or achy. If I could count the hours spent near women laboring in the tub it would be a large beautiful number. I never thought that after twenty years of practice a statistic like that would be interesting, but I am reflecting and thinking how useful it would be on paper.

My first water birth was at Special Beginnings Birth and Women’s Center in Arnold, MD in 1997. The Mom was young, strong, beautiful and brave. She powered through labor with her young loving husband supporting her. They were so certain and strong together and I knew this baby was going home in amazing hands. I often think back to that birth because I can still easily see it, like it was yesterday.

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Photography is an essential element of your big day but think beyond the images you’ll capture throughout the wedding and reception. Photos lend a personal touch, no matter what your color scheme or theme. Integrate photos of the two of you at various stages of life, together as a couple and with loved ones (perhaps even some you’re honoring in memoriam). You can display these at a table with the guest book, as part of the table centerpieces, or even on the gift table. Or take things digital and load all your images into a slide show set to music.

Make favors meaningful. Forgo more common items like bubbles and chocolate, and instead send a little of yourself home with your guests. Maybe it’s a memento from a place with special meaning to you both, or a bottle opener shaped like a bicycle to represent the way you met. Just think about the moments and things that define you as a couple and do some searching online.

You’ll probably be surprised by how quickly the options pile up.

Serve up a menu that shows guests more about your life together.

Your loved ones can order basic beef or chicken anywhere. Instead, give them a glimpse into the healthier you. Make your main course the same food you enjoyed on your first date or during another monumental moment in your courtship. Or plan the entire menu around a region that you hold close to your heart.

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Music sets the mood for every wedding, and it’s an easy place to put your own spin on the celebration. Whether you forgo the traditional bridal march entirely or simply look for an arrangement that gives an updated twist to the classic version, let guests know this isn’t your average wedding by setting the festivities against a soundtrack that lets your true character shine.

The wedding party is intended to be a collection of those nearest and dearest to the couple, who help ensure the day goes off without a hitch and who lead fellow revelers in celebrating the start of their new life together. That being said, there’s no reason this group must be limited to women on her side and guys on his, or even that it’s limited to humans – a beloved pooch can make for an adorable ring-bearer, after all.

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Shopping No trip is complete without souvenirs to remember the adventure and gifts for loved ones back home. Consider stopping at the historic Santa Fe Plaza, where you can find a wide array of boutique shops and the Palace of the Governors market, where top artisans from local tribes offer one-of-a-kind handcrafted treasures such as art, furniture, Native American pottery, clothing and collectibles.

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erman Doctor Samuel Hahnemann discovered homeopathy in 1799. Homeopathy is a science and a form of alternative medicine which treats the individual with highly diluted substances with the aim of triggering the body’s own natural system of healing.

The basic principle of homeopathy is “like cures like.” For example, if a patient goes to a homeopathic doctor complaining of insomnia, the homeopath will look for the remedy which causes the same symptoms in a healthy person—in this case, caffeine. In large doses, caffeine causes insomnia, but in extremely small doses it will induce sleep. Onion normally causes watery eyes, therefore, a person experiencing watery, itchy eyes will likely be prescribed alum sepia (red onion) as the cure.

Most homeopathic medicines are taken sublingually and absorb directly into the bloodstream through mucous membranes in the mouth. Unlike conventional medicines, they have no preservatives, fillers, binders, dyes or other toxic chemicals.

Homeopathy was officially practiced in the U.S. from 1821 to 1935; in 1900 there were 20 percent homeopathic physicians practicing with the least mortality rates in the states of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts and California. Dr. John S. Heller and Dr. William Boerick were the pioneers of homeopathy in the U.S. Due to the influence of big pharmaceutical companies, homeopathy began to diminish, with only Connecticut, Arizona and Nevada continuing to have licensed homeopathic doctors. Today, the State of Florida authorizes homeopathy as an alternate medicine according to Senate Bill 1324. It is practiced in 54 countries throughout the world, chiefly in Germany, France, UK, Sweden, Australia, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and many South American countries.

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under control, thyroid under control, acid reflex under control, etc.

Homeopathy cures the problem rather than simply managing it.

When a patient goes to his primary care physician with complaints of uncontrollable headaches, ulcers, arthritis, shortness of breath, severe back pain, urinary bladder problems and kidney problems, he will be referred to a neurologist, GI doctor, rheumatologist, pulmonologist, orthopedist, urologist and nephrologist. These specialists will prescribe medications with each of the prescription drugs causing side effects and exacerbating the conditions. Now, this patient has more problems.

Homeopathy does not treat the disease—it cures it. If the same patient had gone to a homeopathic doctor, he likely would be cured.

In acute and chronic conditions, homeopathy should be sought for its effectiveness in diagnosing the root cause and eradicating it.

About Dr. Nazir Dr. Iqbal Nazir grew up in India with homeopathy, natural remedies and herbal treatments being the lifestyle. He holds a Bachelor’s in Physiology, Bachelor’s with Honors in Chemistry, Master’s in Biochemistry and a degree in Pharmacy from the University of Karachi.

In the U.S., Nazir enrolled in a doctorate program, received Certification in Clinical Chemistry from the American Society of Clinical Chemists, Chicago, and holds a Supervisor License from the Clinical Chemistry Department of Professional Regulation, State of Florida, since 1980. He worked in the world renowned critical care teaching hospital, Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, in New York. He also worked in Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami, affiliated to the School of Medicine, University of Miami.

Over the past 35 years, Nazir has combined his cultural experience in natural and herbal medicine with his formal clinical education and knowledge in pharmacy and biochemistry to help hundreds of people cure themselves of illness and disease the safe, natural way.

Whereas pharmaceutical drugs often present side effects necessitating other drugs to offset them, homeopathy and natural remedies are safe and have no side effects.

Nazir presents a calm, peaceful demeanor when discussing symptoms and treatments with his patients; that positive energy is the beginning on the path to natural healing. He successfully treats a variety of ailments, conditions and diseases ranging from the common cold, inflammation, acid reflux and allergies to anxiety, depression and tobacco and alcohol addiction.

Homeopathy and natural treatments may be used alone or in conjunction with doctor-prescribed medications. Nazir arms his patients with information and options which allow them to be instrumental in determining how to best proceed.

Dr. Nazir’s office is located at 12900 N.W. 6th Street, Pembroke Pines.

For more information and appointments, call 954-226-3652 and/or visit HomeopathTreatment.com.

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growing number of health-conscious consumers are pursuing a keto lifestyle and products in their pursuit of health benefits, weight loss and improved performance. The Keto-Diet typically focuses on foods such as meat and poultry, eggs, fish, nuts, full-fat dairy, certain oils and vegetables like leafy greens, broccoli, cauliflower, lettuces, zucchini and cucumbers. If you’re considering a keto diet but not sure where to begin, these tips can help get you on the right track. But remember, starting slowly and exploring all pros and cons is the key to success.

Begin by getting rid of all non-Ketogenic foods and items in your kitchen, refrigerator and pantry. The less temptation, the better. But if no one else in the household is joining you, a good rule to follow is to create a place for your keto supplies and ignore the rest.

Begin every morning with a Keto boosting routine. This will help you establish a strong base of habits to follow your Keto-diet. Start by drinking water and eating a healthy breakfast.

Staying hydrated is imperative and the most difficult step for most people. And good nutrition is a strong base to launch the day from.

Meal planning is a good way to staying on track. Keep easy to grab and eat keto snacks available for when you run out the door with the kids or to work, or even when you travel. Having those snacks ready to go will keep you in line with your goals.

Get regular exercise. Besides the obvious benefits of a regular exercise program, exercise increases the rate at which ketones are produced when you restrict carb consumption.

Fasting. Both intermittent and short/periodic fasting result in benefits ranging from the prevention to the enhanced treatment of diseases. Humans enter alternative metabolic phases, which rely less on glucose and more on ketone body-like carbon sources (US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health).

Decrease stress. Continuing stress will shut down your ability to be and stay in ketosis. Create strategies that will help you lower your stress and create more peace and relaxation in your life. Try prayer, meditation, disconnecting from the daily routine, engaging in your favorite pastime, taking nature walks, walking your dog, getting some sun, which is also important for the Keto diet, etc.

Prioritize your sleep. Poor sleep will elevate stress hormones and cause blood sugar problems. For most living in stressful lifestyles 7-9 hours of sleep is recommended. Dark, noiseless, cool rooms is recommended by experts. Wear a mask to keep out disrupting light, use tape or blankets, if necessary, to cover electronics emitting light, alarm clocks and phones. Earplugs are a life saver if you’re sound sensitive. And, set you’re A/C between 60-65 for a restful sleep. Our body temperature decreases as part of the sleep initiation process, and this range of temperature is thought to actually help facilitate this decrease.

Download a carb or keto app tracker. For a true snapshot of your day to day consumption, log everything you put in your mouth, even a piece of gum. This will show how well you’re sticking within your limits and allow you to adjust when needed.

Not every diet is for everyone. For some people, the ketogenic diet will be ideal. For others, a paleo diet or a Mediterranean diet may work better. Take a look at the larger picture.

Don’t just focus on weight loss, focus on creating a healthy lifestyle that you can follow for the rest of your life.

Sources: World Health Organization, National Institute of Health, US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health.

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I Am Enough

Mindful parenting begins with cultivating our own sense of self-worth

by Allison Murphy If you’re reading this article, you’re good enough.

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ome of us grow up thinking success will come to us if we acquire specific things, such as good grades (if we are students, or parents of students); an impressive title; or a certain type of house. And that’s OK if we don’t lose our sense of who we are to external rewards, thinking, “If things look a certain way, that’s what matters.” When we focus on being good enough on the outside, we can unconsciously prolong the search for self-love and reside in self-loathing. Nothing we buy or use can get us to self-love; it’s simply knowing and feeling that we’re already good enough, because we were born that way. But I get it: “Being good enough for you” sometimes doesn’t sound like enough.

Take technology, for example. Social media, if not managed, can allow us to develop the disease of codependency.

Each hit on our social media page or posts releases “feel good” hormones that can be addictive. Like alcohol or opioids, they take away that “not good enough” feeling. That’s what drugs are supposed to do—take the pain away. If I were a child today, trying to perform (in school, in sports, in college applications) without a true sense of

If I’m a parent who doesn’t feel good enough myself, I might use my children as a way to “self-medicate,” to relieve my own sense of inadequacy. I might micromanage their time and activities so much that I take away their ability to make decisions for themselves. my own worth or adequate coping skills, I would want that pain to go away too. That’s why some of us turn to certain substances or behaviors—so we don’t have to feel “not good enough.” In my opinion, the larger problem is not the substance or behavior we pick up, but what motivated us to pick it up in the first place.

As parents, if we’re not careful, we can give our children the “I’m not enough” disease. Here’s how it happens: If I’m a parent who doesn’t feel good enough myself, I might use my children as a way to “self-medicate,” to relieve my own sense of inadequacy. I might micromanage their time and activities so much that I take away their ability to make decisions for themselves. I don’t allow them to learn valuable lessons because I don’t want to feel the uncomfortable feelings associated with their

decisions and behaviors that go along with making mistakes. That’s because I think what they do and how they do it is a reflection of me. I prevent them from establishing their own sense of self-worth, instead telling them, in essence, “You’re not good enough to make decisions yourself, so I’ll do it.”

If we’re not careful, we can grow the disease of perfection, the addiction to codependency (searching outside ourselves to feel better because we don’t like how we feel on the inside). We teach this to our children when we take away their ability to trust and rely upon themselves. We know today that this mental/emotional state also causes our bodies to become physically sick as well.

The good news is that we can also have the opposite effect on our children through mindful living and parenting. I had to take a close look at my own codependent traits (like worrying about what people thought of me, and micromanaging my child’s life) so I could reclaim my lost self. When we no longer abandon ourselves and we know our worth, our bodies gain a vitality and clarity that can reduce or even eliminate physical, emotional and spiritual disease.

Allison Murphy, MEd, a licensed health and science educator, health coach and yoga practitioner, lives in Carmel, NY. For more info, contact her at 845.674.3533 or findingbalancetogether@gmail.com.

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a resolution is the best part of my practice. My approach is a holistic approach, one that considers the person as well as the problem. The client’s emotional state is very important to assist in the resolution of their problem.

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Angie Angelis, Esquire

Angie Angelis Law, LLC 13554 SW 47th Lane, Suite 100 Miami, FL 33175 305-598-2540 angie@angieangelislaw.com

What is your approach or philosophy to winning or representing a case?

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In order to understand a client’s needs you must first listen to their story. The issue they are up against and need to resolve. I begin by summarizing what they have told me and go over each aspect and discuss the possible challenges and avenues for resolution. There are times I give them homework assignments to gather documents or summarize in writing how this issue began and what steps they may have taken to resolve it before calling me. This helps them focus on the issue and helps them cope with the process towards resolution.

How do you resolve their issue?

My approach has always been one to assist each client resolve the issue they are presented with, whether that is a foreclosure, credit card debt, purchasing or selling a home, traffic citations, preparation of will documents or probate of an estate when a loved one has passed. Assisting clients in understanding the avenues of resolution whether it is a court action or mediating a settlement.

Most of the time, it is in their best interest to resolve an issue by mediating a settlement. The costs and time are much less and there is much less stress on them and their families. Settlements are a win-win for both parties.

Why after such accumulated experience in so many aspects of law, do you concentrate in real estate transactions?

I have always had a passion for residential real estate transactions.

Assisting a client in the purchase or sale of their home was always a gratifying experience. My background began working for a Savings & Loan for 11 years; after completing law school I became a title agent. “Don’t Do It Alone” was my mantra. Most people don’t realize that a Real Estate purchase is the single most expensive transaction in one’s life, and it comes with many legal actions that can cost a great deal if not handled properly. An Attorney is the only one in a real estate transaction that protects you, the buyer or seller. So, it is important to have the one who protects you at your side from the beginning. I derive lots of satisfaction protecting the interest of these individuals who’ve worked so hard to achieve this life goal.

Areas of Practice: Real Estate Buyer and Seller Representa-

tion, Probate, Estates, Wills Documents including Last Will, Durable Power of Attorney, Living Will and Health Care Surrogate, Bankruptcy referrals, debt settlement, foreclosure protection/de-

fense, loan modifications, short sales, real estate contracts, closing services, landlord/tenant issues, real estate litigation, construction contract review, uncontested divorce settlements, criminal misdemeanors and 3rd degree felonies, consumer law, traffic matters, disputes, business transactions. Participating Attorney with Hyatt and U.S. Legal Services.

Philosophical approach: Don’t do it Alone is still my mantra today. Referring to the fact that more often than none a call to a lawyer will save the client more than what they think will cost them. Both financially and emotionally. All is as it needs to be and a committed attorney will help the client understand that.

Veronica Crego-Flores, Broker Associate

Keller Williams Realty 2000 NW 150th Avenue Ste, 1100 Pembroke Pines, FL 33028 305-496-3699 veronica@cregorealestate.com

When families outgrow their former dream house and find a new one that checks all or most of their must-have boxes, they’re faced with an enormous challenge, as buying a house contingent on selling yours must be nightmarish. How do you help them navigate the tricky waters of such a transaction?

Communication and coordination are key. My goal is to make both transactions as smooth as possible and protect our client.

We add specific language to contracts adding a contingency that if their home is not sold, they can cancel the contract on their purchase. We also negotiate a post-occupancy on the sale of their home. This allows them to stay in their current home a couple days after closing so they can coordinate their move at ease.

What tools do you offer your clients to help them feel comfortable and secure with your knowledge and experience?

As soon as I meet a new client, I send them links to my Zillow and Realtor.com reviews. I also provide them multiple references so that they can validate my level of service and experience with past clients. With today’s technology, clients can easily find a home online or get an automated valuation on their home. The caveat is that a lot of that data is incorrect and needs to properly be interpreted. As experienced agents, we can provide accurate statistics for the neighborhood that they are looking to buy or sell to arrive at a fair value to make an offer or a list price on the sale of their home. We have a network of vendors that can provide bids to complete repairs needed before putting a home on the

market. They can also provide bids to buyers under contract for repairs/upgrades. This will allow a seller to maximize the return on their sale and assist buyers on having a concise repair budget when purchasing a home. Lastly, we have an exceptional team of photographers that will make your home stand out from the competition with aerials, walk-through videos, virtual staging and personalized websites.

How do you align with their preferences?

We align with our clients’ preferences by listening to them. There are many times that agents assume their personal wants and needs are that of their customers. We have all our clients complete initial questionnaires whether they are buying and selling.

It has a series of questions ranging from motivation to sell/buy, time frames and list of must haves vs nice to haves in their future home. We take notes as we show properties to better understand what clients are looking for. Once we have drilled down exactly what our clients are looking for, we can focus on neighborhoods that fit those characteristics.

Being a real estate agent can be daunting.

How do you balance it all?

Family and clients. Balance is priority and I’ve finally starting to grasp the importance of a balanced life in the last 2 years. I love what I do and I’m a workaholic but my big “Why” in life is my daughter. I want to be the best possible example for her and leave a legacy. My daughter is 14 and is brilliant. She helps me with work from my social media posts, property descriptions for marketing materials and helps me setup for open houses. Having her help me at work has been a great bonding experience for both of us. I also have a great team that I can leverage off.

Services offered: We are a full-service real estate group within Keller Williams Realty. We represent both buyers and sellers in the purchase and sale of their homes. We also represent banks in the disposition of properties. We represent investors looking for properties to buy and hold and fix and flip.

Areas of expertise: First time home buyers, Traditional listings, preparing a home for sale to maximize returns, simultaneous transactions (selling and buying a home at the same time) and Bank Owned properties.

Philosophical approach: We strive to educate and add value to all our clients. We want all our clients to know that they have gained a lifelong friend that they can count on for beyond their real estate needs. I’m part of the Keller Williams Family because of their strong believe system: WI4C2TS • Win-Win: or no deal • Integrity: do the right thing • Customers: always come first • Commitment: in all things • Communication: seek first to understand • Creativity: ideas before results • Teamwork: together everyone achieves more • Trust: starts with honesty • Success: results through people February 2019

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Busting the Cholesterol Myth Sugar and Inflammation More Harmful than Dietary Fat

by Lisa M. Singley

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ietary cholesterol has long been vilified as one of the major causes of cardiovascular disease. This pervasive belief has profoundly shaped healthcare policy for more than 50 years. However, we are now seeing that the association between dietary cholesterol and heart disease is not as clear or definitive as we have been led to believe. Careful review of the early studies has shown inconsistencies and contradictions in the data. Some of the studies do show a link between dietary cholesterol and heart disease, while others do not. This results in a confusing dilemma for both physicians and their patients.

Cholesterol was first isolated from gallstones in 1758 by French doctor Francois Poulletier de La Salle. In 1815, French chemist Michel Eugene Chevreu isolated and purified this sterol and name it cholesterol. John Gofman at University of California at Berkely developed the technique of ultracentrifugation to separate the lipoproteins. The more lipid the fraction had, the faster it would float. The fractions were named high density lipoproteins (HDL), low density lipoproteins (LDL) and

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very low-density lipoproteins (VLDL). The high-density fractions correlated with the alpha lipoproteins, the low-density fractions correlated with the beta lipoproteins, and the very low density with the prebeta lipoproteins. That’s really how we got “Apo B” and “Apo A”, the proteins or apolipoproteins associated with each fraction.

Then Gofman observed that people who had higher levels of the beta lipoproteins, or the low-density lipoproteins, had more frequent coronary disease while ones with higher levels of the HDL had fewer coronary events.

In 1852, Irish Physician Richard Quain observed fatty material deposition in the blood vessels. In 1854, Dr. Rudolf Virchow described atherosclerosis as a disease that was due to excess cholesterol deposition. Cholesterol became associated with heart disease in 1913 when Nikolai Anitschkow discovered that feeding rabbits purified cholesterol led to atherosclerosis.

This study had very little effect on research because the scientist did not see a connection between this work on rabbits and human health and disease. In 1973, Joe

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Goldstein genetically classified the types of cholesterol-carrying lipoproteins in the blood. Joseph Goldstein and Arno Motulsky found familial hyperlipidemia linked to premature heart disease. Michael Brown and Goldstein found genetics behind the inability to remove LDL. This research made him one of the founders of modern cholesterol research.

The Seven Countries Study by Ancel Keys began in 1956. It examined the connection between lifestyle, diet and heart disease in men from different countries; it was the first study of its kind. Keys measured the association between saturated fat and coronary heart disease controlling for total caloric intake and sugar. Saturated fat remained statistically significantly associated with heart disease in that model. Proponents argue this study had several flaws: 1. The saturated fat in the study included hydrogenated trans fats. The data linking trans fats with heart disease did not come out until years later in the 1980s.

2. Discrepancies have been reported with the data analysis; suggesting that not all of the data were used in the final analysis, thus skewing the results.

3. It has been reported that the lead investigator looked back at the data years later and noticed sugar actually had a stronger association with heart disease versus saturated fat. If trans fats were then excluded, the association between dietary saturated fat and heart disease became even weaker.

It is important to note that scientific inquiry does not take place in a vacuum.

At the same time Keys was attempting to demonstrate saturated fat was dangerous, one of his contemporaries, John Yudkin, a diabetes expert, was convinced sugar was the real culprit with regard to heart disease.

He and Keys debated this issue; Keys won the popular opinion at the time and the American Heart Association declared that butter, eggs and beef increased coronary disease risk.

The Keys Study led to the Framingham Study, which has been ongoing since 1948.

The purpose of this study was to identify

The data revealed that higher risk factors for heart disease include cigarette smoking, cholesterol level, obesity, blood pressure and EKG abnormalities.

Lower Risk Factors included regular physical activity and higher HDL. common factors that contribute to cardiovascular disease by following its development over time in a large sample of participants free of heart disease. The data revealed that higher risk factors for heart disease include cigarette smoking, cholesterol level, obesity, blood pressure and EKG abnormalities. Lower Risk Factors included regular physical activity and higher HDL The study attributes heart disease to many factors other than dietary intake of saturated fat; it does not say that those with high cholesterol have higher mortality rates. In fact, according to Dr. David Diamond about the Framingham Heart Study, the study concludes: “If your cholesterol is below 300, there is no significant association between your cholesterol and heart disease.” William Castelli, MD, a former director of the Framingham Heart Study— the one that originally implicated cholesterol as a problem in cardiovascular disease (CVD) —noted that low serum cholesterol means that we have three times the chance of having a stroke.

High cholesterol has been shown not to be significantly correlated with heart attacks since 40 percent of the people who have heart attacks have cholesterol that is lower than average.

One thing most people can agree upon is that inflammation is a significant component to virtually every degenerative condition; heart disease is no exception. Studies have shown that patients who have had a heart attack tend to have higher levels of c-reactive protein (CRP), an important biomarker for inflammation. Elevated levels of CRP are also associated with higher rates of atherosclerosis and stroke.

These studies bring us back to some of the basic tenets of health that we have known for a long time. Our diets should consist of whole, unprocessed foods with high amounts of vegetables, fruits—supplying us with antioxidants and fiber. Including antiinflammatory foods, such as turmeric, ginger, rosemary, cayenne, blueberries and green tea, in your diet can help. Fat is not the enemy as long as we have enough antioxidants to keep the LDL from being oxidized. Dr. Sinatra and others have reported that the size of the atherogenic LDL particles are actually more important than the concentration. LDLs vary in size based on our genetics; the large neutral particles are less problematic than the small dense ones. They even suggest these parameters may be considered the “new good and bad” cholesterol, instead of the traditional HDL and LDL cholesterol.

Lipoprotein subclasses: Smaller LDL particles can cause plaque formation faster than larger LDL particles Apoliprotein B (apoB - LDL particle number): A higher ApoB number indicates an increased risk for heart disease Lp(a): A lipoprotein associated with increased coagulation and increased risk for heart attacks and stroke Lp (PLA2): A marker for inflammation in the arteries; elevated levels are risk factors for ischemic stroke and heart attack HS-Cardio CRP: A high sensitive cardio c-reactive protein and a biomarker for inflammation Fibrinogen: An inflammation biomarker and clotting factor Insulin: associated with atherosclerosis NT-proBNP: A hormone released from the heart muscle in response to ongoing stress or strain on the heart Vitamin D: Low levels are associated with an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, hypertension and heart failure Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids: Lower omega 3 and higher omega 6 have been associated with increased risk of heart disease HEMOGLOBIN AIC: A marker for average blood sugar over a three-month period of time Apo A1: The major component of HDL; higher levels tend to reduce risk of heart disease Lisa Singley, ND, is director of the Natural Health and Wellness Center in Stratford with a secondary location in Sandy Hook. The center offers comprehensive natural solutions to prevent illness and maintain optimal health for body, mind and spirit. Connect at 203-874-4333 or NHAWC.com.

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Since the basic cholesterol test may be leading us down inaccurate or incomplete paths, here are some of the more specific recommended tests to consider when evaluating risk for heart disease.

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2019 By the Numbers Global Year of Creative Expression

by Greer Jonas

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ompared to the wild 2018, 2019 is a brand new energy—softer, perhaps. This is the global year of creative expression. In numerology (2+0+1+9=12 / 1+2=3), 2019 is the year of the creative “3”. It will be a time for all of us to connect to how we express ourselves in our relationships, our careers and our world. How will you reach out in a new way and tap into the inspired passion that makes you unique?

Stepping back to 2018, it was the year of the Dynamic Master 11.

The energy of the master 11, (2+0+1+8=11), gave way to an explosive and ever-changing global year. Did you feel it? With the double ones, 11 represents the auspicious number of divine inspiration that comes from intuition, as well as unseen Forces at Work beyond the intellect.

2018 was a time to take action and to make a difference in our lives and our world. No one can deny that many people stood up to be counted.

As the clock ticked past midnight this past New Year’s Eve, we moved into a very different global vibration than in 2018. 2019 is the year of imagination. The energy of “3” will guide us to openly share our vision and our voice in all aspects of expression. Will this be a challenge for you, or will you embrace the freedom?

It can be a year of delving into seeing and feeling beauty, appreciating art, music, writing and speaking. Perhaps you challenge yourself. What have you always wanted to do, but judgments were in the way? Take an acting or dance class. Find that drawer full of paints or markers and play. Write a song, join a book club, have fun with the creative joy in you. In 2019, we have the opportunity to step past our inhibitions and possible insecurities as we show another side to the world. It is a year to speak up and tell your truth. Take your fears and insecurity by the hand and share who you are and what you feel.

How will you challenge yourself in 2019? How will you follow your passion? Is there something you always wanted to do yet were afraid to do it? Let go and enjoy the ride. Don’t worry about what others think.

What is Your Personal Year Theme for 2019?

In numerology, the personal year theme is based on your birthday. To calculate, add the birth month and birth day to the current year.

For example, if you were born on April 1: 4+1+2+0+1+9=17 (1+7=8) You would have a personal year theme of an “8” in 2019. This is the year of empowerment. It is a time to push through anything

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that holds you back from expressing your dynamic self.

By using this formula, we can understand how 2019 will impact our lives. It is a perfect time to set new intentions and goals. As we move forward into the “3” year, we can reflect on what lessons we have learned and how we can communicate in a more vibrant way.

Once you have calculated your personal year, check out the definitions below and discover what you will encounter this year. Then look at how you can share your life and challenges through your creative voice in 2019.

Your Personal Year Theme Here are brief descriptions of the theme you will find in your 2019 personal year. How will you embrace your life and lessons every day with a unique approach? Tap into your intuition and let go of old patterns that are not working.

1 – Year of new beginnings and innovative ideas. You might attract a new job or a vibrant relationship. Challenge: Fear of taking the next step.

2 – Connecting in relationships of all forms— romantic, business, social and self. Challenge: Caring too much what others think.

3 – Year of creativity and self-expression in every form—art, music, speaking, writing.

Challenge: Fear of sharing your voice.

4 – Year of the builder, the organizer, a great time to get something done. Challenge: Feeling bogged down by all the work you are doing or feeling overwhelmed.

5 – Year of fun, increased social life, travel, and energy. Being out there in the world with people. Challenge: Feeling a loss of freedom, overwhelm or too much on your plate.

6 – Year of all matters of the heart. Dealing with family, loved ones, community, relationships. This could be a time of marriage, birth or rebirth. Challenge: Experiencing loss, feeling overburdened or taking on too much responsibility.

7 – Year of spirituality and connection with inner self, year of unique thoughts and actions. Challenge: Feeling unsociable, withdrawn, fear of speaking your truth.

8 – Year of abundance, leadership and manifestation. A great time to achieve your dreams. Challenge: Being too self-consumed or over-burdened. Instead of being the leader, feeling oppressed, the victim.

9 – Year of transformation, transition and completion. A time to examine your life and see what new path to take. Challenge: Will you see the lessons of what you have been putting up with and decide to change the direction of your life?

11/2 – The master year of inspired ideas and actions in all relationships (2). Don’t leave yourself out of the equation. Challenge: Having many dreams but not acting on them.

22/4 – Year of mastery in relationships (2) and building (4). This is a time to connect with others in a profound way and make a difference. A great time to achieve a project with others. Challenge: Taking on a project without asking for help.

Greer Jonas is an intuitive numerologist, teacher and artist for over 30 years. Find out more about you—your strengths, challenges, life path and what your personal year theme is for 2019—with a numerology reading. Contact her at GreerDJonas@gmail.com for readings in person in NYC and Greenwich, CT. Phone and skype sessions are also available. All readings are recorded. For products and numerology posts on a variety of subjects, visit Numerology4YourSoul.com.

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1

aFree yoga therapy classes for Parkinson’s and other neuro-motor degenerative disorders 1:30-2:30 p.m - to increase balance, strength, and well-being. Participants may bring one caregiver.

Sponsored by a community grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation. Space is limited; for times and preregistration, email info@aumhomeshala.org.

Holy Cross Hospital, 4725 N. Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308. 1-305-441-9441.

Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail - Miami International Boat Show is one of the largest boat shows in the world. View the showcases of more than 2,000 exhibitors, including the latest powerboats, sailboats, engines, electronics and accessories. Events are held at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Strictly Sail, the sailing section of the show, is held at Marina at Bayside. Visit website for more information.

FEBRUARY 7 & 28

Art Wynwood – 6 – 10pm - completely reflective of the District’s cutting edge and dynamic environment, highlighting its hallmark street art and murals.

Free shuttle buses will run every 30 minutes from the Marriott Marquis, and the Yacht & Brokerage Show at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami BeachArt Wynwood Pavillion at the Wynwood Art District 3101 NE 1st Avenue, Miami, FL 33137 (formerly the Art Miami Pavillion), One day fair pass $25, Multi-day $55, Students 12-18 $15, Seniors $15, under 12 Free

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Giralda Under the Stars, Swingin Jazz + Folk – 7 – 10pm - Downtown Coral Gables & Miracle Mile are bringing back a neighborhood favorite to Giralda Plaza: Giralda Under the Stars! This month, features a Swinging Jazz + Folk night featuring tunes by JuJu. The event is free and open to the public, Giralda Plaza, Giralda Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134

FEBRUARY 1 - 3 Miami International Map Fair - Peruse and purchase antique maps from some of the finest map dealers in the world. Learn about maps through a series of lectures by experts in the field and enjoy special events held throughout the weekend. Proceeds from Map Fair go toward maintaining and improving the exhibitions, educational programming and community outreach. HistoryMiami Members: $5 Non-Members: $10. History Miami, 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33130, 305-375-1492 Brain Training: Yoga Therapy for Neuroplasticity - 12:30-1:30 p.m.- Teachers from Aum Home Shala present yoga exercises designed to enhance strength, flexibility, cardiovascular function, sleep, and overall well-being for healthier aging. Support for this class series is provided by a grant from the Coral Gables Community Foundation. Preregistration required. Gables Adult Activity Center, 2 Andalusia Ave., Coral Gables FL 33134. $12.60/month for Coral Gables residents; $15.75 for non-residents, payable to the Activity Center. 1-305-461-6764.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Free yoga therapy classes for Parkinson’s and other neuro-motor degenerative disorders 3:30-4:30 p.m. - to increase balance, strength, and well-being. Participants may bring one caregiver.

Sponsored by a community grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation. Space is limited; for times and preregistration. Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133, 1-305-441-9441.

Free Class on Therapeutic Yoga for Children with Autism and Special Needs - 4:35-5:35 p.m.- Kids will learn yoga-based breathing and visualization techniques for relaxation, emotional self-regulation, focus, and self-esteem. Preregistration required. Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133. 1-305-441-9441.

Dessert Wars Miami at FIU – 4 – 7pm - A celebration of the “foodie” lifestyle, featuring dessert vendors vying for the title of Dessert Champion.

The event features a wide array of desserts ranging from cupcakes, cookies, ice cream and doughnuts.

Tickets are available for $20 and includes limited sampling and entry from 5PM - 7PM. Tickets to the FIU Basketball Game at 7PM are included at no extra charge. Friendly Tips Tickets do not need to be printed. Tickets can be scanned from your smart phone. Includes ticket to FIU Basketball Game at 7PM inside the arena. 11200 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33199, (305) 348-2000

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Free yoga therapy classes for Parkinson’s and other neuro-motor degenerative disorders, to increase balance, strength, and well-being. Participants may bring one caregiver. Sponsored by a community grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Space is limited; for times and preregistration. Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133; Holy Cross Hospital, 4725 N. Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308. 1-305-441-9441.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8 SoMi Artwalk - 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm. A Free event in the heart of South Miami Town Center. Held on the second Friday of each month from October through March, pedestrian-friendly South Miami bustles with local artists, as participating retail venues open their doors and invite you to stroll around SOMI

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Free Healing Session With Cristovao Brilho 5:00pm - Courtyard Marriott of Coral Gables, 2051 S. Le Jeune Rd. – Miami – free parking, Call 786-295-8665 must arrive by 5:00pm Barnacle Under Moonlight – 7 – 9pm - A monthly concert held on full moon nights at the Barnacle Historic State Park in Coconut Grove, 3485 Main Highway. Bring a picnic, bring your friends and enjoy a lovely evening. Gates open at 6 pm. No pets and no alcohol are allowed. $7 for ages 10+, $3 for ages 6 - 9; and those under 6 are free. 305-442-6866.

FEBRUARY 9 & 23 Free class on Therapeutic Yoga for the Neck and Upper Back. Learn how to strengthen these vulnerable areas, release tension, and improve posture.

Space is limited. Preregistration required. Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133. 1-305-441-9441.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Small Business Expo is America’s Biggest Business to Business Trade Show, Conference & Networking Event – 10 – 5:30 - for Small Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Start-Ups and anyone that works for a Small Business or who is inspired to start their own Business. Free to attend. James L. Knight Center 400 SE 2nd Avenue, Riverfront Hall, Miami, FL 33131

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10 FAMILY FUN FEST AT BISCAYNE NATIONAL PARK – 1 – 4PM - a free program at Biscayne National Park brought to you thanks to the many volunteers and park sponsors. It is held on the second Sunday of the month during the “dry and cool” season, December through April with lots of fun and educational activities for kids and adults alike. Biscayne National Park - Dante Fascell Visitor Center, 9700 SW 328th St, Homestead, FL 33033, (305) 230-1144.

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FEBRUARY 15 & 22 Brain Training: Yoga Therapy for Neuroplasticity - 12:30-1:30 p.m.- Teachers from Aum Home Shala present yoga exercises designed to enhance strength, flexibility, cardiovascular function, sleep, and overall well-being for healthier aging. Support for this class series is provided by a grant from the Coral Gables Community Foundation. Preregistration required. Gables Adult Activity Center, 2 Andalusia Ave., Coral Gables FL 33134. $12.60/month for Coral Gables residents; $15.75 for non-residents, payable to the Activity Center. 1-305-461-6764.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22 BID Winter Movies in the Park at Barnacle Historic State Park – 6 – 10:30pm - Movies in the Park is hosted on the 4th Friday of each month in partnership with the Barnacle Historic State Park, one of the oldest parks in Miami-Dade County.

Bring your blankets and chairs for an evening of movie watching under the stars along beautiful Biscayne Bay. Enjoy Disney favorites and comedic classics. Movie - Hotel Transylvania 3. Free. A Freebee shuttle service will also be provided before and after the event to and from neighboring parking lots and garages. Bicycle valet will also be available provided by Bike Coconut Grove. Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Hwy, Coconut Grove, FL 33133.

FEBRUARY 16 - 18 Coconut Grove Arts Festival - Meet with exhibiting artists, sample fine cuisine, enjoy live entertainment and take a walk through history. 3390 Mary St, South Bayshore Dr. in Downtown Coconut Grove. $10 per person per day. Children 12 & under, Metrorail Golden Passport and Patriot Passport holders are free. Residents of Coconut Grove in the 33133 zip code can enjoy the Festival for $5 with a 33133 pass (proof of residency required)

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17 Chinese New Year Festival - 11:00 am to 6:00 pm - Chinese New Year is the largest festival in the Asian community calendar. Colorful celebrations featuring Lion Dances and Dragon Parades as well as cultural performances will take place over the traditional fifteen day holiday period all throughout South Florida. The largest celebration takes place at Miami Dade College, Kendall campus, jointly

hosted by the Confucius Institute and the Chinese Cultural Foundation in Miami. Miami Dade College Kendall Fred Shaw Plaza, 11011 S.W. 104th St. Miami, $10/ adults, $5/children 6-12, under 5 Free

FEBRUARY 20 - 24 South Beach Wine & Food Festival: Join your favorite Food Network hosts including Rachael Ray, Emeril Lagasse, Bobby Flay, Tyler Florence and many more for cooking demos and book signings at the American Express Grand Tasting Tents. Visit the web site for a complete listing of events and to purchase tickets. Various locations throughout South Beach. 877-762-3933

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Mysticism Meets Feminism in An Interactive Tribute to the First Female Sufi Mystic - 8 p.m.

- A Tribute to the first female Sufi Mystic with sacred dance performance, live music by Persian electroacoustic duo Niyaz, and mesmerizing special effects by renowned interactive design artist Jerome Delapierre. $30; Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St Aventura, FL 33180. Tickets available online

FEBRUARY 23 - 24 South Miami Rotary Art Festival - 10am- 6pm.

Free. Proceeds from the show fund Rotary scholarships as well as international and local community service projects. 5750 SW 72 ST. (between Red Road and US1 in South Miami) Contact 305-769-5977.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Women’s Monday - 5:30 – 8pm - The last Monday of every month is a time for women of all professional backgrounds to meet, network, share ideas, promote their businesses and learn from featured guest speakers. Free. Mayfair Hotel and Spa, 3000 Florida Avenue, Coconut Grove, FL 33133, Happy Hour Half-Price on drinks and complimentary hors d’ oeuvres.

MARCH 1 – 3 Inaugural Homestead Miami Balloon Glow - Hot air balloons will glow each evening with tethered balloon rides also available. The event also features the best food vendors, retail vendors and activities for the little ones! General Admission is $20 per car load. VIP car passes are $40 and can only be purchased in advance. Tethered rides booked in advance are just $20 per person. Osprey RC Club, SW 344th St & W Palm Dr, Homestead, FL 33034

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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4 Florida Keys Concert Association presents: American Chamber Players – 7:30pm They are among today’s most exciting and innovative chamber music ensembles. The ensemble, consisting of

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Annual Key West Food Truck Festival – 12 – 7 - the Key West Art & Historical Society event will transform the Fort East Martello parade grounds into a family-friendly musical feast with the tasty delights of Key West’s top-notch food trucks and the grooving tunes of local and international acts. Key West Food Truck Fest founder and co-producer Clint Steckly will park his ever-tasty Triano’s Taco food truck on site along with Irie Island Eats, Flamingo Street, The Raw Machine, Jimmy Sno Concessions, The Pincho Barge, Tarpon River Brewing, Great Events Catering, Key West Glass Works, and more.

Tickets $5 at the door or available for purchase online. 305.295.6616 x 114 Annual Putts for Paws Golf Tournament - Have fun while helping support your local Florida Keys SPCA animal shelter! Tournament held at Boondocks Grille & Draft House, MM 27, Ramrod Key. Cash, prizes and trophies will be awarded.

Teams of 2 can enter. Register online or contact the Marathon Campus of FKSPCA. Register a Team: 305-743-4800

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Annual Garden Walk - The Garden Walk is a unique, self-guided tour showcasing properties in the Upper Keys. Several distinctive, private gardens, each with its own personality and charm are located between MM 82 and MM 102, include a hammock with native plants and trees as well as landscapes of lush exotics and salt-tolerant seascapes. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Presented by the Upper Keys Garden Club. Tickets are available for a $25 donation.

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FEBRUARY 12 - 18 Winter Star Party – Approximately 600 astronomers from around the world gather to view southern constellations, comets and stars in the Lower Keys’ clear night skies – virtually the only place in the continental U.S. where they can be viewed. Lectures, programs and workshops round out the event.

1-800-872-3722, Camp Wesumkee, 34200 Overseas Highway, Big Pine Key, Florida 33043-3516

FEBRUARY 23 - 24 Gigantic Nautical Flea Market - The Gigantic Nautical Flea Market is a super place to get great bargains on boating fishing, diving, and nautical themed gear with over 200 vendors. The event raises money for college scholarships for Upper Keys youth. The event starts each morning by 8AM with a $5 all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast, so get there early and spend the day. 305-712-1818 Annual Old Island Days Festival - Free. The art show is a highlight of Key West’s Old Island Days, a celebration of local arts, culture and history that began in 1960 under the auspices of the Old Island Restoration Foundation. Fine art aficionados can discover the work of approximately 100 artists.

Whitehead and Caroline Streets, in the Old Town district. 1-305-294-1243.

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Annual Pigeon Key Art Festival - 10am-5pm in the Marathon Community Park MM 49. The art festival is a juried show with over 85 locally and nationally selected fine artists and craftsmen in 9 different categories. Proceeds from the festival benefits the Pigeon Key Foundation. Tickets can be purchased on festival day: adults $7, students $3 and free for children under 12 years. Contact: 305-289-9555.

piano, violin, cello, viola and flute, performs familiar masterpieces as well as modern American works.

Founded in 1985 by NPR music commentator Miles Hoffman, the group performs throughout North America and Paris, and on NPR’s Performance Today. San Pablo Catholic Church. Tickets $30 pp.

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Shiva’s Circle of Fire: Yoga and Meditation in Motion. 10-11:30 -1760 NE 144th St, North Miami, FL 33181. Call to schedule. 305-710-0516. Donation only.

Kids Yoga & Mind Body Yoga - 4:30pm - Synergy Yoga South Beach, call 305-538-7073, 844 Alton Rd Fl 2, Miami Beach, FL 33139.

Women Only – Free Chi gong for cancer survivors and voice lessons for healing and empowerment.

2:30 - 4:30, N & S Miami locations. Call 305948-6878 Jazzercise® - $5. 10am. South Miami Community Center 5800 SW 66 St. Call Cathie 305-666-5457.

Miami Center for Spiritual Living- 10:30amFree. Non-denominational. 2490 Coral Way, Miami, 786-206-6355.

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Mindfulness for Stress Alleviation - $20/session 6 to 7:20 pm - 260 Palermo Ave, # 12 Coral Gables 33155. Changes guaranteed after 4 sessions.

Laughter Yoga Sessions - $5.00 each - 9:30-10:15 AM, North Shore Youth Center 501 72nd Street, Miami Beach 33141, 305-861-3616.

Power of Meditation – 9 - 9:45pm – 2nd & 4th Monday. Conference Call – 312-757-3121 code: 698805965. Free.

wednesday Guided Meditation - All levels welcome- 7 pmDonations-3390 Mary Street Suite 116, Coconut Grove- Please RSVP 305-607-8627 Connected Warriors - Free Yoga Classes for Veterans and Families of Veterans - 3pm at Brickell Hot Yoga 301 SW 17th Road, 33129 305-856-1387.

Massage Relief for Combat Veterans - 50% off therapeutic massages for our combat service personnel. Call 305-351-0819. Shala Spa 1119 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach.

Free orientations for PTS and pain relief with discount services for military or vets. The Banyan Holistic Please call 305-663-5696 to schedule

Military Mondays at Hirooka’s - 50% off Kitesurfing or Paddleboarding for all Military and Public Service Personnel - Hirooka Surf & Sport, 2377 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, FL. 954-444-3942

Free Veterans Sailing – with Team Paradise, the Paralympic Sport Club of Miami. 12 – 12pm Team Paradise Sailing, Inc. 2620 S. Bayshore Drive, Miami 33133. 305-776-8778.

Bereavement & Grief Support- 7pm, during school year. Children’s Bereavement Center, 7600 S. Red Rd, Suite 307. To register: 305-668-4902.

Drub-Dhe Meditation- 7:25-9:30pm. Freedonations are welcome. Regency House 353 West 47th St., Flat 7A, Miami Beach. Contact: Robert Phuntsog Ngo-drub 305-213-2577.

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Support group for Anxiety and Depression -7:30 to 9:00 pm $30 fee, Zenith Miami Counseling and Coaching Center 1392 SW 22nd Terr, Miami FL 33145 (2nd floor) Dr. M. Cheour at 786-230-6591.

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thursday Connected Warriors Free Yoga for Veterans, Service Members and Families. Chair Yoga – 1011am - Sampoorna Yoga Miami, 10107 Sunset Drive, Miami, FL 33173 Introduction to Bach Flowers - 3rd Thursdays - 10 am-11:30 am - Free - 3390 Mary Street Suite 116, Coconut Grove- Please RSVP 305-607-8627 Nutrition Solutions for IBS, Fibromyalgia, Arthritis & Migraines - $15, 7-8PM, Coral Gables, Alison Grewal, RD: 786-546-6800.

Weekly Yoga Classes $10 per Class! - 5:30-6:45pm Five Sisters…a spiritual journey. 8805 SW 132 ST, 786-250-4170 Postpartum Yoga at Key Biscayne, 10:15 - $20, 305-299-7826 Laughter Yoga Sessions - $5.00 each - 9:30-10:15 AM, North Shore Youth Center 501 72nd Street, Miami Beach 33141, 305-861-3616

friday Monthly Yoga Class for Special Needs Teens Limited Space Call to Reserve - Just OM Yoga Studio, 7227 SW 57th Ct, South Miami. (305)665-4982 Overeathers Anonymous - 7:30 pm (South, Steps/ Traditions) Don’t Eat No Matter What Group. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 10700 SW 56 St, Miami, 33165, Room 9. Michael (305-815-2733) Monthly Free Reiki Healing Circle - 2nd Friday of the month at Five Sisters…a spiritual journey, 8805 SW 132 ST, 786-250-4170 Chair massage – 5-9pm - Enjoy 5 minute complementary chair massage every Friday Pecan’s Day Spa, 305-284-8636, 7800 SW 57th Ave Suite 120, Miami, FL 33143.

Free Acupuncture for Combat Veterans – 1-2pm, Acupuncture for Wellness Center, Inc., 7550 SW 57th Avenue, Suite 116, South Miami, FL 33143, 305-669-6699.

Family Night- 3rd Friday of the month. 3-9pm. Free admission & parking. Miami Children’s Museum, 980 Macarthur Cswy. 305-373-5437.

Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) - Free jazz concerts on the last Fri. Joan Lehman Building, 770 NE 125 St. 305-893-6211.

Coral Gables Art Walk – An art walk centered around downtown Coral Gables, with all the galleries between Miracle Mile and Ponce de Leon Rd. Free trolly transportation.

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SW Community Farmers’ Market- in Tropical Park, 7900 Bird Rd. Every Saturday, 9:00am3:00pm. 305- 663- 0917. EBT/SNAP welcome.

Healing Yoga/Meditation – 9am. donation The Village Square, MM81 Bayside. 1-305-853-1003.

Afterlife Discussion Group - 2nd Sat. Monthly.

1-3pm Free Public Library 9445 Coral Way 1.888.627.6008 Donna

Free Guided Relaxation Class - 7 -8 PM at Islamorada Fitness MM 85.9 bayside. Bring a towel or exercise mat and a pillow. (Sponsored by Keys To Peace. 305-619-0534.

Miami Like An Angel: Fashion Model Workout For All Women 10am & 6pm. South Pointe Park South Beach $25 Victoria’s Secret PT. Text/ Call 305-800-0608

Mothers and Babies Group - for new moms, their babies and expecting mothers. Free. 1-3 p.m.

Healthy Start, Gato Bldg, 1100 Simonton St., Key West. 1-305-293-7516 or 1-305-293-7511.

Ayurvedic Sessions - Call to set up appointments -Just OM Yoga Studio, 7227 SW 57th Ct, South Miami. (305)665-4982

Stories for Children - 10:30am. Key Largo Library, 101485 US1. 1-305-451-2396. Also Thur, 10:30am, Stories for children ages 2 ½ -6.

Yoga Therapy for 50+ - 10am-11:15am - 1760 N.E. 144th St, North Miami, FL 33181. Call to schedule. 305.710.0516. $10.00 Donation.

Meditation- Free. 7pm. Unity Church, 9591 Overseas Highway, Marathon.

Yoga with Drishti- 9:00 am - at Biscayne Park Recreation Center, 11400 NE 9th Court. 305-335-7618.

Tai Chi – 7pm. $15. Coffee Mill Dance and Yoga Studio, 916 Pohalski St, Key West, 1-305-296-9982; 1-305-735-3519.

Lincoln Road Art Walk- 1st Sat. of the month.

7-10pm. 40+ local artists, museums and galleries in South Beach. ArtCenter/South Florida 800, 810 & 924 Lincoln Road. 305-674-8278.

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Open House/Exhibitions – 2nd Sat. Meet ArtSouth studio artists & staff. Free. Refreshments. 240 North Krome Ave. 305-247-9406.

Ancient Indian Meditation - 6:30-8:30pm. 1-305292-6958.

Miami Art Museum - 1pm. Free. 2nd Sat. 101 West Flagler St. 305-375-3000.

Tai Chi for Inner Harmony - 9:30-11am on Sugarloaf Key. Call Lydia at 1-305-745-2811.

Yoga-Style* Exercise, Prenatal - South Miami Hospital. 10:45 am-12:15 p.m. and 5:30-7pm. $10.

786-662-8106.

Toddler Playtime Stories- Ages 10 months to 2 years and their caregivers. Free. 10:30am-12:30pm.

Key West Library, 700 Fleming Street, Key West.

1-305-292-3595.

floridakeys sunday Big Pine Key Flea Market- 8am. South of the only traffic light in town on U.S. 1.

Family Swim YMCA. 2-4pm. $3 Adults, $2 Kids.

FKCC swimming pool. 1-305-295-9622.

Movies at The Spiritual Garden - Spiritual up lifting movies. 1st and 3rd Sun. 7pm. Good will offering is $5. Unitarian Universalist fellowship 801 Georgia St. 1-305-394-2005.

Nightly Sunset Celebration - Free. Enjoy a spectacular sunset entertained by the various carnival performers and vendors. Mallory Square, Key West.

1-305-292-7700.

thursday The Long Walk Home Interactive Workshops for Veterans & Family– 6 – 7:30pm – Free – Transition to Civilian Life. Open to public. 97.671 Overseas Hwy. Oceanside. 305-504-3795

friday Salsa Dance Lessons- 7:30-9pm. Paradise Health & Fitness. 1796 N.Roosevelt Blvd. 1-305-296-6348.

saturday Healing Yoga/Meditation – 9am. $10 Islander Resort, MM82.1 Oceanside. 1-305-664-2031

monday

Family Hour- For children of all ages. Free. 1pm.

Key West Library, 700 Fleming St, Key West.

1-305-292-3595.

Cardio-Sculpting Class 8:30-9:20am. Pirate Wellness Center, MM21.4 Cudjoe Key. 1-305-744-3348

Story Hour - ages 5 years & up. 10:30-11:30am.

Games & stories. Marathon Library, 3251 Overseas Hwy. 1-305-743-5156.

Aerobic Dance - 1-1:55pm. CoffeMill Dance. 916 Pohalski St. 1-305-296-9982.

Key West WPA Walking Tour – Old Town Key West. 10am. $20. 1-305-296-3573.

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BRICKELL AVENUE COSMETIC, HOLISTIC DENTISTRY FAMILY DENTISTRY

ACUPUNCTURE

EILEEN R. YASBIN

HUI SHAO, AP. MD(CHINA)

Attorney at Law 16211 NE 12th Ct., N. Miami Beach 305-945-0108, 305 944-7233, Fax

3310 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Ste 250 AcupunctureInMiami.com 305-461-4046

Traditional Chinese acupuncture by doctor graduated from Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. We provide supportive therapies: Natural Herbs, Massage therapy, Reflexology. Auto accident, workers’ comp and some health insurance accepted. See ad, page 26.

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Mediation and Collaborative Divorce Coral Gables & Palmetto Bay 305-235-0537 ZelonkerLaw.com

When Family Matters...The divorce process does not have to destroy your children, finances, relationships, self-esteem, and future. Other areas: Prenuptial Agreements and Cooperative Divorce. Florida Supreme Court Family and Civil Mediator.

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Some Health Plans accepted.

BIRTH CENTER

HOLISTIC SOUTH PREGNANCY & BIRTH CENTER 9275 SW 152nd Street, 1st Floor 305-238-7873 HSpBirthCenter.com

EVERGLADES UNIVERSITY

Providing midwifery care throughout pregnancy birth & the postpartum period. Located directly across from Jackson South Hospital! Water birth & Gravity BirthTM option. Family planning & women’s wellness care available.

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Everglades University Bachelor of Science Degree in Alternative Medicine enables students to explore the exciting field of Alternative WE OFFER NATURALMedicine & HOLISTIC DENTISTRY with courses inENTIRE Herbology FOR THE FAMILY CRYSTALS and Botany; Nutrition and Aging; Traditional Chinese Medicine; Homeopathy; INSTITUTO CRISTOVÃO BRILHO and Antioxidants.SeeSERVICES ad, page 3.

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FREDDA ROSENBAUM, D.D.S. 2925 Aventura Blvd. #201 Aventura, FL 33180 305-933-3350 AventuraSedation.com

Dentistry with a Woman’s Touch.

General, Cosmetic, Holistic & Sedation. See ad, page 37..

THE INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR DENTAL EXCELLENCE Yolanda Cintron, DMD 2021 East Commercial Blvd., Suite 208 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 954-938-4599 GoNaturalDentistry.com

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Cristovão offers every month healing sessions completely free and open to the public of every age. In these sessions he channels his spiritual doctor, a being of light, who brings the use of new healing technologies for human beings. See ad, page 20.

Foreclosure protection/defense, -Dr. Herrmann loan modifications, short sales, Office: 305.274.0047 real estate contracts, Dr. buyer/seller Theodore Herrmann, DMD, PA, is a holistic has been practicing dentistry in South representation, dentist title that closing In office financing available & Florida for over 20 years. He’s an accredited mempaymentagent, plan options.

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On Brickell since 2001, Dr. Jaskiel doesn’t see a large number of patients for good reason. “I like to give everybody their set time, on time.” Free parking & Valet parking. Office open MondayThursday, 11:30 a.m. until 8 p.m.

All Major insurance accepted. See ad, pag 4.

Practicing in the area of Probate, Guardianship, Social Security, Wills and Trust, and Real Estate.

Acupuncture Physician 717 Ponce De Leon Blvd. Ste #325 305-445-4494

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE EDUCATION

Dr. Abraham Jaskiel DMD. PA 1865 Brickell Avenue, Suite A207 305-653-2231 BrickellPlaceDentist.com

Miami-Dade/Florida Keys

We offer natural & holistic dentistry for the entire family.

Dr. Theodore Hermann, DMD, PA, is a holistic dentist who has been practicing dentistry in South Florida for over 20 years and offers natural & holistic dentistry for the entire family See ads, page 64.

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DISTANCE DOWSER

JEANIE PASQUALE, PROFESSIONAL DOWSER Dowsing@househarmony.org 845-709-5245 HouseHarmony.org

Energy is everything! Are you experiencing unexplained health issues, sleeplessness, trouble selling your home or attracting business? The problem may be disturbed energy. Call to learn how dowsing can help.

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EDUCATION

HOMEOPATHY

4308 Alton Road, Suite 320 Miami Beach, Fl 33140 305-534-2926

SAI AYURVEDIC COLLEGE & WELLNESS CENTER

HOMEOPATHY CURE

Dr. Marisa Messore is a Board Certified gynecologist and menopause practitioner with 21 years of experience, in Miami Beach, Florida, specializing in gynecology, menopause and female sexual health, and is affiliated with Mount Sinai Medical Center. See ad, page 11

9000 SW 137 Ave. Suite #220 305-380-0652 SaiAyurvedicCollege.com

The southeast’s leading center for Ayurvedic study, practice, treatment and research, incorporating the principles of Ayurveda, upon which many natural healing systems are based.

WE OFFER NATURAL & HOLISTIC DENTISTRYHEALTH FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

Dr. Iqbal Nazir, M.S, D.Pharm, D.H.S. Licensed Lab Medicine Practitioner 954-226-3652 HomeopathTreatment.com

Natural cure in homeopathy of the most diseases and symptoms. No side effects. Call Dr. Iqbal Nazir, Homeopathic Specialist, for an appointment.

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Dr. Theodore Herrmann, DMD, PA, is a holistic dentist that has been practicing dentistry in South Florida for over 20 years. He’s an accredited member of the International academy of Biological Dentistry & Medicine (IABDM), Holistic Dental Association (HDA), the International Association of Mercury Free Dentists (IAMFD), the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (IAOMT), the International Academy of Orthodontists (IAO), and also Diplomat of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI).

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GYNECOLOGY EMMANUELA WOLLOCH, MD FACOG

1801 NE 123rd Street, Suite 415 305-935-8775 EmmanuelaWollochMd.com

Emmanuela Wolloch is Miami’s Premier board certified OB/GYN specializing in Integrative Medicine including Disease Prevention, Women’s’ Health, Bio – Identical Hormones and Holistic Living, offering the very best of the latest, proven methods to achieve optimal health states in her purpose built, zen – like office. See ads, page 27.

8337 NW 12 ST STE 101 - DORAL, FL 33126

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HOLISTIC DENTIST

INTEGRATIVE HEALTH COACH

ASSURE-A-SMILE

9220 SW 72nd St. Ste. 205 305-274-0047 AssureaSmile.com

We offer natural & holistic dentistry for the entire family. Dr. Theodore Hermann, DMD, PA, is a holistic dentist who has been practicing dentistry in South Florida for over 20 years and offers natural & holistic dentistry for the entire family See ad, page 64.

APRIL HANEMANN RN, BSN, NC-BC Miami Center for Holistic Healing 305-801-0646 AprilHanemann.com

April is a Board Certified Integrative Nurse Coach. She works with groups and individuals in search of a natural approach to create lasting change in areas such as weight loss, nutritional healing, and stress management.

HOLISTIC PHYSICAL THERAPY MINSU’S HEALING OASIS

10095 S.W. 88 St. Ste 103 305-389-1768 MinsuHealingOasis.com

Updated services now include: hypnotherapy, CranioSacral Therapy, physical therapy, Energy healing/Reiki; acupuncture, guided meditation, shamanic healing, sound healing, Chi-gong, Yoga, Tai-Chi, Massage therapy, Talk therapy, & Matrix Energetics.

Treatments are for adults and children.

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE

CIRCHOLISTIC, LLC

LAURA PFEFFER, LMT, CLT 305-878-7612 www.CircHolistic.com

Decongest your Lymphatic system to Support your b o d y ’s n a t u r a l detoxification & healing functions (breast & prostate health, pre & post-surgery, weight loss). Restore optimal lymph flow for overall wellbeing. Feel relaxed, lighter, more energetic!

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SCHOOLS

MASSAGE THERAPY EDUCATION

EVERGLADES UNIVERSITY

CORTIVA INSTITUTE

5002 T-Rex Ave #100, Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561) 912-1211 • 888.772.6077

7925 NW 12th St Ste 201 Doral, FL 33126 305-597-9599

Cortiva Institute is a network of premium massage therapy and skin care schools with 30 campuses in 13 states—all united by a common mission and standards that help students, clients and the community thrive.

See ad, page 5.

KEVIN O’BRIEN

Holistic Life Coach KevinObrienWellness.com 305-788-0777

Align Your Mind & Body, Create A Life You Love. Integrative Therapies promoting physical wellbeing, peace of mind, and personal fulfillment. Spiritual Life Coaching, Law Of Attraction, Transformational Workshops, Kripalu Yoga, Deep Tissue Massage.

Everglades University is an accredited, private not-for-profit university offering bachelor’s and master’s degree programs online and on-campus. The University combines small class sizes and innovative programs with traditional academic values. See ad, page 3.

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Dr. Sonpal, trained by and worked for Dr. Brian Weiss (Many Lives Many Masters) at the Weiss Institute for seven years. She provides psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, inclusive of Past Life Regression and Progression, to all age groups. See ad, page 19

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE KB HOLISTIC

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LCQ TO TRAVEL It’s•Travel Time!

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Get paid while you travel and see the world! As an active Certified Travel Agent I can teach you how to get paid while going on vacation. Relax, Take Some Time for Yourself and begin your dream by contacting me Today! Fulfill your bucket list of travel destinations. Ask your friends and families that travel to book through you and earn commission! The possibilities are endless.

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Rejuvenate body, mind and spirit in this holistic yoga and wellness center offering Yoga, Meditation, Acupuncture, Deep Active Stretching, Healing Massages, Workshops, Classes, and more. Mention Natural Awakenings before Oct 1st, and get 30% off your first Beautiful You/Deep Active Stretch 5 class pack.

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PRENATAL PLUS YOGA, INC.

401 Miracle Mile, Suite 405 PrenatalYogaMiami.com (305) 498-6722

Debra Geymayr, Directress, serving So. Florida over 16 yrs., teaching specialty prenatalpostnatal w/baby yoga, hypnobirthing & childbirth ed., breast feeding/newborn care classes and more…see Holistic South for natural, midwifery care & waterbirth options.

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Yoga with Drishti, 500RYT and Yoga Therapy, private sessions and ayurvedic health and wellness consultations. Using Yoga tech niques of focusing inward and working with breath and core balance will help everybody! See ad, page 24.

“An Attorney Who Cares” “As a Holistic Attorney, my approach is to resolve conflict fairly and with a minimal amount of controversy and expense.”

Angie Angelis Law, LLC Attorney at Law

13554 SW 47th Lane, Suite 100 Miami, FL 33175 AngieAngelisLaw.com angie@angieangelislaw.com

305-598-2540 Fax: 1-305-330-9248

“The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely on advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience.”

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