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publisher’sletter First Impressions

mong the myriad of resolutions we make each year in our continuous strive for spiritual growth, how we manage first impressions is well worth examining. The experts say that it takes less than 2 minutes to make a first impression. And once done, it’s very hard to change if it doesn’t go well. First impressions are the initial time when we form a mental image of that person and determine how to view them. We tend to categorize the person by their body language, demeanor, mannerisms and even how they are dressed, as we subconsciously try to connect with the familiar. This year I propose that instead of looking for the familiar, you welcome the unusual and different as an expansion of your spiritual awareness and growth. Don’t be trapped in judgment, but rather enjoy the atypical. Ask yourself questions like “am I being judgmental,” “am I really listening and in the moment,” “am I forming an opinion base on appearance,” “am I judging them based on preconceived ideas of what should or should not be?” Remember these old adages; “looks can be deceiving” or “don’t judge a book by its cover.” Self-awareness in these instances is crucial, affording us the opportunity for self-examination rather than judgment. Recently, after a long trip, I drove my RV home. Unaware of the county ordinance I parked it in the driveway for a couple of days to empty and clean it. This prompted a visit from our neighborhood compliance officer. As she crossed the street to place a warning on my door, I surprised her by opening it and coming out. Her preconceived ideas brought on by past experiences caused her to pause. With a smile and a welcoming attitude I extended my hand and watched her uncertainties disappear. During our friendly exchange she explained how most people didn’t react well to her visit. I, on the other hand, was a welcoming and unexpected surprise. I expressed my gratitude for her job and shared my ignorance of the ordinance which further disarmed her attitude and hesitation. If I would have reacted to her self-protective demeanor without self-awareness, perhaps this first impression would have negatively escalated. Instead we had a wonderful chat and I learned about the ordinance and how I could accomplish my cleaning goals without violating it any further. While it is true that first impressions determine how people initially view one another, and it’s a great gauge in questionable situations, being sensitive of what you say and how you carry yourself –with loving confidence and without preconceived ideas– can turn any situation into a positive enlightening one. And speaking of first impressions being positive, WELCOME to our 12th Annual Natural Living Directory! The directory issue is all about improving YOU. Browse through our category or advertiser’s index on pages 8-9 to find the relevant businesses offering the product and services you seek. Some offering discounts for this special year-round keeper edition (page 46 and throughout the magazine). You’ll find terrific articles explaining how good food choices can improve your health and that of the environment, cost savings and weight-loss aids and so much more. Additionally you’ll be thrilled with our green glossary which can be used as a reference for eco-friendly terms. Regardless of your resolutions for this year, embrace them with passion and commitment. Each one of them is a catalyst for growth. Just consider being mindful of your surroundings and open to new things as you walk your path and watch your world transform. Wishing all of you a Happy New Year filled with success and many opportunities to experience a first impression! publisher@namiami.com 6

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advertisersindex Acupuncture & Massage College ......................................................... 27 Acupuncture Center for Wellness ......................................................... 17 American Apothecary Kendall .............................................................. 47 Anita Baxas ............................................................................................ 3 Assure-A-Smile..................................................................................... 23 Aum Home Shala ................................................................................. 61 Bala Vinyasa Yoga.......................................................................... 2 & 53 Banyan Holistic Miami Lakes................................................................ 60 Blanca Meira......................................................................................... 15 Catherine Patrick .................................................................................. 52 Deirdre Abrami...................................................................................... 51 Dot Fleisher Therapy Center ................................................................ 60 Dr. Fredda Rosenbaum .........................................................................11 Drolma Buddhist Center ............................................................... 48 & 58 Dynamic Resources ............................................................................. 28 Educating Hands School of Massage................................................... 41 Everglades University ........................................................................... 62 GAIA Center ......................................................................................... 25 Gladys Martinez.................................................................................... 45 Holistic Health Walk .............................................................................. 31 Holistic Woman’s Care ......................................................................... 47 Hyperbarics of South Florida ................................................................ 33 Inner Balance Mind Body Studio .......................................................... 31 The Woman Way .................................................................................. 45 Maria Ximenez Ortega.......................................................................... 43 Marisa Messore, MD ............................................................................ 40 Mercedes Jijena ................................................................................... 51 Miami Shores Neurology & Sleep................................................... 4 & 53 Dr. Daniel Mesh ............................................................................ 32 & 51 Miami Spine & Posture - Dr. Ryan Brady ............................................... 8 Miami Therapy ........................................................................ 28, 51 & 52 Minsu Healing Oasis............................................................................. 51

Mommyssage ....................................................................................... 59 Belly Hugs ............................................................................................ 17 Florida College of Natural Health ......................................................... 50 Center for Spiritual Awareness ............................................................. 27 Pamela Shenk ...................................................................................... 32 Simons Cntr Human ............................................................................. 18 Impact Coaching................................................................................... 55 Holistic Solutions .................................................................... 37, 42 & 60 Keiser Career College .......................................................................... 21 Matrix Energetics .................................................................................. 43 Om Wellness .......................................................................................... 9 Om.Yasi, Corp. ..................................................................................... 47 Optimal Health Center (Irene Nichols).................................................. 19 OptimalFit Pilates Studio ...................................................................... 32 Organic Specialties................................................................................. 4 Pecan’s Day Spa .................................................................................. 37 Peggy Gaines ................................................................................. 4 & 51 Regina Zelonker ................................................................................... 48 Sai Ayurvedic School ............................................................................ 20 Samara Programs .................................................................................. 4 Sean David ........................................................................................... 56 Shakti Sanacion.................................................................................... 45 Dr. Lata Sonpal ............................................................................. 18 & 52 Sri Chinmoy Meditation ........................................................................ 17 The Dog From Ipanema ....................................................................... 36 TCM Acupuncture ................................................................................. 44 Traditional Chinese Acupuncture .......................................................... 47 Transformations ............................................................................ 48 & 58 Treehouse Wellness Center ................................................................. 44 Tropical Botanical Garden .................................................................... 50 Whole Foods Market ............................................................................ 29

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categoryindex Acupuncture ..................................................... 17,27, 44, 47, 56, 61, 62 Angel Readings ........................................................................ 18, 47, 51 Allergy/Nutrition ............................................................................ 3, 4, 47 Aromatherapy ............................................................... 18, 21, 29, 47, 62 Astrology................................................................................... 43, 45, 51 Attorney ............................................................................................... 48, Ayurveda ............................................................................................. 21 Bach Flowers .................................................................................. 21, 29 Beauty ............................................................................... 29, 41, 42, 44, Chelation Therapy ................................................................................ 33 Chiropractor ............................................................................................ 8 Coaching .................................................................. 9, 28, 45, 51, 55, 56 Colon Hydrotherapy............................................................................. 60, Crystal Healing ............................................................................... 25, 47 Holistic Dentistry ..............................................................................11, 23 Divorce counseling ......................................................................... 48, 58 Dog Grooming ..................................................................................... 36, Doula .................................................................................................... 45 EFT ...................................................................................................... 19, Energy Work ........................................................................ 4, 19, 25, 45, Essential Oils ............................................................................ 29, 47, 60 Expo ................................................................................... 26, 31, 43, 64 Facials ............................................................................................ 42, 44 Fitness .............................................................................. 2, 9, 19, 26, 30 Food Products/Dairy-Free .............................................................. 17, 29 Food Products/Gluten-Free ......................................................... 4,17, 29 Food Products/Natural.......................................................... 4, 17, 29, 45 Food Products/Organic............................................................... 4, 17, 29 Food Products/Vegan ....................................................................... 4, 29 Functional Medicine.............................................................................. 47 Gardening/Farming/Supplies & Services.............................................. 29 Gifts .................................................................... 2, 18, 29, 36, 37, 45, 47 Gynecology/Obstetrics ................................................................... 41, 47 Green Living ......................................................................................... 29 Health Food Stores........................................................................... 4, 29 Health Care Products ................................................................ 4, 29, 47, Herbs & Supplements..................................................... 4, 29, 44, 47, 62 Hyperbaric ........................................................................................... 33 Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy ............................................... 18, 19, 32, 51, 52 Hormone balancing .................................................................... 3, 41, 47 Juicing .............................................................................................. 4, 29 Kids................................................................................................. 25, 29 Life Coaching......................................................... 15, 19, 45, 51, 55, 56 Lymphatic Drainage ................................................................................ 4 Massage/Bodywork ................................ 9, 17, 27, 29, 37, 41, 47, 59, 61 Meditation/Mental Fitness......................... 4, 9, 17, 18, 26, 47, 51, 58, 61 Migraines ................................................................................ 4, 8, 17, 45 Neurology ............................................................................................... 4 Nutrition ................................................................ 3, 4, 17, 19, 29, 31, 33 Nutritional Counseling .............................................. 3, 17, 19, 33, 61, 62 Oxygen Therapy ................................................................................... 33 Pain Management .......................................................... 8, 44, 45, 51, 60 Past Life Regression .................................................... 18, 21, 32, 51, 52

Pet Nutrition .......................................................................... 4, 29, 36, 37 Physical Therapy .................................................................................. 51 Pilates ............................................................................................. 30, 31 Prenatal Massage................................................................................. 59 Psychotherapy .......................................................................... 18, 28, 51 Qigong .................................................................................................. 17 Raw Foods ....................................................................................... 4, 29 Real Estate ........................................................................................... 48 Reconnective Healing....................................................................... 3, 45 Reﬂexology ........................................................................................... 47 Reiki.................................................................... 4, 15, 18, 19, 45, 47, 51 Restaurants ................................................................................ 4, 29, 50 Retreats ...................................................................................... 2, 27, 64 Sex Therapy ................................................................................... 28, 52 Sleep Disorders ................................................................................ 4, 53 Smoking Cessation............................................................................... 29 Schools ..................................................................... 2, 21, 26, 27, 41, 62 Skin & Body Care ..................................................................... 29, 37, 42 Spa ....................................................................................................... 37 Thermography ..................................................................................... 17 Traditional Chinese Medicine ..................................... 17, 44, 47, , 56, 62 Tropical Garden .................................................................................... 50 Veterans ......................................................................................... 30, 34 Vitamins & Supplements .............................................................. 3, 4, 29 Weight Management .............................................................. 2, 4, 29, 47 Women’s Health ................................................. 4, 29, 41, 42, 44, 45, 47 Yoga ............................................................... 2, 9, 26, 30, 34, 45, 53, 61 Yoga Teacher Training .......................................................... 2, 30, 53, 61

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newsbriefs Dignity During Divorce

espectful. Dignified. Safe. Transparent. Private. Childcentered. Efficient. Informative. It is difficult to believe that these words can describe a divorce, but they do when it is a collaborative divorce. This option of reaching a divorce agreement allows people to each be represented by a collaborative attorney, to have the guidance of a neutral mental health professional as a facilitator, and to be informed by a neutral financial professional. “These professionals are a team whose goal is to assist the parties in reaching an agreement that truly addresses their interests. A collaborative divorce allows the parties to create a thoughtful, customized agreement that fits their own family’s needs,” explains Regina F. Zelonker, Esq. a collaborative divorce attorney practicing in Coral Gables and Palmetto Bay. “I believe that the parties and their children leave a collaborative divorce in a much more positive place, ready to move forward with their lives, as compared to other processes, especially litigation.” The mental health professional can assist with the children’s issues, helping to develop a parenting plan. The financial professional can assist with monetary issues and solutions. The attorneys guide the parties as to the overall plan and agreement. The result is a settlement agreement that has been thoughtfully and realistically developed. For information on collaborative divorce, Zelonker can be reached at 305.235.0537 and through her website, www.zelonkerlaw.com. Information about the Miami collaborative law practice group, Collaborative Family law Institute, can be found at www.collaborativefamlaw.com. See ad, page 48.

Soldier Ride® - Miami to Key West Support Our Wounded Service Members!

oldier Ride® is a unique four-day cycling opportunity for wounded warriors to use cycling and the bonds of service to overcome physical, mental, or emotional wounds. The rides are exhilarating and a great way to help warriors gain confidence! Warriors of all ability levels can cycle on Soldier Ride®. State-ofthe-art adaptive hand cycles, trikes, and bicycles to accommodate warriors with various injuries and disabilities, as well as, unmodified road bikes for riders not requiring adaptive equipment are provided free of charge. The purpose and vision of Soldier Ride® is to honor and empower wounded warriors, to foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded service members in our nation’s history, to raise awareness and enlist the public’s aid for the needs of injured service members, to help them assist each other, and to provide unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs. Soldier Ride runs from January 9 through January 12, 2014. Register online for the Sunday Community Ride-Along at Soldierride.org/keywest, *$25 to register. Visit www.soldierride.org/keywest for a complete schedule, ride and event details and registration form. 10

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Peace Day in Miami Beach

lthough flowers and shrubs are usually planted in the garden, recently two very special things were put in the ground at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. The Community Relations Board proudly invited everyone to celebrate the unveiling of their peace pole and planting of a peace meditation tree while Mayor Matti Herrera Bower proclaimed the day as “Peace Day.” Board Member and Community Activist Marjorie York conceived the idea of a peace pole so it could serve as a permanent reminder to live in harmony with one another and inspire peace related events at the site. The unique hand crafted monument was created by Sunflower Society’s art teachers Winsome Bolt and Denise Marlow. “It is the legacy that I leave to this community,” stated Marjorie York. Dr. Harmony Fontaine who is known as Peace Pilgrim 3 wanted a peace meditation tree planted in the garden. “Kindness is the action of love,” she expressed, and “people can gather around the tree to meditate upon kindness.” These two symbolic gestures of peace should promote a better understanding amongst everyone in our society which is the mission of the Community Relations Board. The crowd left the successful event with the good feeling of hope and caring Tropical Botanical Garden is located at 2000 Convention Center Drive in Miami Beach. For more information call 305-673-7256 or visit www.mbgarden.org.

Life Changing Choice Certified Coaches Graduates

oaching is a transformational methodology that helps people to improve and get what they want form life by creating consciousness, developing personal leadership and delivering results. After 3 months of work, more than 80 hours of classes, around 20 hours of practices and another 20 of study groups, a new group of professional coaches finished their International Coach Certification from the International Coaching Community. “I am very satisfied personally and professionally with the experience I had with Impact Coaching Solutions” explained recent graduate Clarissie Tuesta, “I could not find another coaching training so comprehensive and affordable.” The participants acquired the basic competences and core coaching skills to offer professional services as Life Coaches or Executive Coaches. “I finished with a great set of tools to continue a self-improvement process for me and others,” Jenny Sosa, another graduate, added. Impact Coaching Solutions doesn’t provide content driven programs, it offers experience driven ones with the best combination of assessments, business cases, role play and executive coaching to ensure real leadership development for executives, their teams and organizations. For more information on these programs and/or becoming a professional coach, contact ICS at (786)220-3280 or visit www.icscoach.com. See ad, page 55.

Drolma Kadampa Buddhist Center Opens Permanent Space

fter many years of providing meditation programs at nightly rental locations throughout Miami, Drolma Kadampa Buddhist Center has opened its own dedicated facility at 1273 Coral Way. Drolma Center will be presenting a variety of modern Buddhist meditation classes, study programs, and events at its new location. A member of the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union, the center offers Buddha’s timeless teachings in a simple, practical and modern presentation. Classes are suitable for everyone, from those who seek simple relaxation to those who wish to find lasting inner peace and contentment through following the spiritual path. The benefits of sincerely practicing these teachings can help solve daily problems like anger, attachment, jealousy and ignorance. It also supports a path of harmony and good relationships with family, friends and others. Even temporarily, whenever you experience problems, unpleasant feelings, depression or unhappiness, you can immediately solve the problems by transforming your mind into peace through a meditation practice. For more information contact Drolma Kadampa Buddhist Center at 786529-7137, or visit MeditationInMiami.org. See ads, pages 48 and 58.

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First and Only N.U.C.C.A Chiropractic Clinic Opens

o more twisting or cracking. N.U.C.C.A is a unique form of Chiropractic that focuses only on the upper neck, yet has benefits for the entire body. An upper cervical correction restores the spine to a normal, aligned state, without the use of drugs or surgery. The ultimate goal is to re-align the head and neck to restore postural balance while reducing the stress on the nervous system so that the body can heal optimally. “In order to properly assess your spine and to rule out any potential complicating factors, we take digital radiographs of your head and neck,” explains Dr. Ryan Brady, owner of The Miami Spine and Posture Clinic. “This allows us to calculate your exact misalignment (if any), based on biomechanical and mathematical norms. Even though the primary focus is the neck, the effects of the adjustment influence the whole spine and all body systems. The adjustment itself is highly specific to your unique anatomy and as gentle as having your pulse taken. It is my goal to remove the interference between your brain and body to allow optimal health and healing.” Dr. Brady is one of only 250 doctors in the world trained in NUCCA spinal care. He is a Doctor of Chiropractic, and a Cum Laude graduate of Palmer Chiropractic College – Florida, as well as a recipient of Clinical Service Award. Miami Spine and Posture Clinic is located at 3850 Bird Road, Suite #402B in Coral Gables. For more information or to make an appointment for an initial consultation call 305-448-2600 or visit www.miamiposture.com. See ad, page 8. See article, page 35.

17th Miami Jewish Film Festival Save the Dates

xpect the unexpected with over thirty internationally acclaimed dramas, documentaries and shorts that feature such stars as Isabella Rossellini, Ben Kingsley, and Patrick Stewart. The lineup includes two Academy Award entries plus numerous North American and Florida premiers. Special live musical and dance performances compliment select screenings, along with guest filmmakers who lead après-film discussions. Beginning Thursday, January 23 through Monday, Febbruary 3, 2014, theaters throughout Miami-Dade will host these events. Beginning with O Cinema in Miami Shores Opening Night featuring When Comedy Went to School-a documentary about the birth of modern stand-up comedy featuring greats like Jerry Lewis, Woody Allen and Larry King; January 26, My First Wedding, Cosford Cinema on UM Campus Coral Gables -an Argentinean comedy about the perfect matrimonial disharmony storm; and others at the Regal Cinemas South Beach, Miami Beach Cinematheque, and Frank Theater Intracoastal North Miami Beach. The Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF) is a beloved community event based on a solid foundation of cultural commitment to the community. By showcasing the best international Jewish-interest films and encouraging interaction through social events, panel discussions, and seminars, we believe that film can and does effect change: in attitude, opinion, and cultural understanding. For a complete film schedule, tickets, locations and more information, visit www.MiamiJewishFilmFestival.org or call 1-888-585-3456 for tickets. 12

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Float Your Troubles Away New Floatation Spa Therapy

ecommended by doctors, sports trainers, and therapists, mineral spa floatation therapy is gaining popularity as a luxurious escape and an extremely powerful tool for strengthening the immune system and improving health. In the sound-proof and light-proof heated spa filled with 1,000 pounds of healing, soothing Epsom Salts, clients float away mental and physical stress, and chronic pain. Floating also has been shown to improve creativity, increase skin tone, and enhance athletic performance. This new floatation therapy will begin to be offered at Key Largo’s newest holistic healing center called Prana. “We believe that floatation therapy will complement all the other services we offer, but we also believe there is a need for our clients to find their balance through an experience in a float spa” says David Ramirez, co-owner of Prana along with his wife Gretta. Prana, LLC is a holistic healing and spiritual guidance center serving the local community and visitors in purifying the body, mind and spirit. Located in the central Business District of Key Largo, Florida, an economically affluent and stable area, with high seasonal visitorship, they appeal to the health-conscious holistic and new age market segment. Services include, acupuncture, massage, floatation, reflexology, aromatherapy, kinesiology, tarot reading, hypnotherapy and workshops. To find out more about their treatments and therapies, call (305) 9222935 or visit www.pure-prana.com, or their store located at 99201 Overseas Hwy. in Key Largo.

Health Fair Open House at Southeastern College

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outheastern College (SEC) will host a public Health Fair Open House for prospective students, community partners and other interested parties as an opportunity to learn more about the programs and degrees it offers. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on January 18th at its Miami Lakes campus located at 17395 N.W. 59th Ave. SEC offers quality education with hands-on-training for careers in medical assisting, practical nurse, massage therapy, surgical technology, pharmacy technology and as an EMT-B Paramedic. Complimentary chair massages, blood pressure checks, interactive demonstrations, refreshments and campus tours also will be offered at the event. A gift certificate to the massage clinic on campus will be raffled off. For most programs, students can take one class at a time, for one month at a time, allowing for time management to accommodate parenting, work, entertainment, and study needs. Small class sizes ensure personalized attention, practical training and accessibility to industry-experienced instructors. For more information, visit SECOpenHouse.com or call 888-765-2148. See ad, page 21.

Holistic Holiday at Sea

he 2014 Holistic Holiday at Sea cruise will set sail from Miami, Florida, from March 1 to 8 on one of the world’s premier Italian luxury liners, the MSC Divina. Ports of call include St. Maarten, San Juan and Great Stirrup Cay. Guests will enjoy discussions on the benefits of a plant-based diet with a community of 1,500 like-minded people. Passengers can choose from more than 130 classes, lectures and workshops taught by 35 teachers. Renowned ultra-endurance athlete Rich Roll will present the keynote address about the life-transforming benefits of plant-based nutrition. Additional presenters include Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Dr. Neal Barnard, as well as Chef AJ, one of several vegan chefs that will demonstrate how to make a plant-based diet taste delicious. For nighttime fun and relaxations, passengers can enjoy music and spirits at the Golden Jazz Bar aboard the MSC Divina or visit the 18,000 square-foot Aurea Spa for some luxurious pampering. For more information, call 828-749-9537, email Info@HolisticHolidayAtSea.com or visit HolisticHolidayAtSea.com.

Meditation 2014

ark Olshansky, a former Buddhist monk, who has studied and practiced with meditation masters in India, Europe and the U.S., is now teaching FREE weekly meditation classes. Students of all levels and religious backgrounds are invited and will benefit from this ongoing series of instructions. Sponsored by Keys to Peace, students will learn how to quiet their mind and reduce their stress through meditation every Tuesday 7-8pm at Islamorada Fitness, 85960 Overseas Highway, Suite #2. Drop-ins are always welcomed as well as a love donation. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a cushion or chair to class. Keys to Peace is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a more compassionate, peaceable, and sustainable community through education, affiliation, and innovation. For more information or questions, contact Denise at 305-619-0534, or email info@keystopeace.com or visit www.keystopeace.com.

ew on the local scene, the Greater Miami Holistic Chamber of Commerce, a part of an international organization representing health and wellness practitioners; heart centered businesses, coaches and support services; and a variety of professionals doing business in holistic and eco-friendly ways. “It is the mission of our Chamber to create a fertile environment in which we can build a strong holistic community, and to help you increase your financial goals in measurable ways through enhancing your business, networking and marketing skills,” explains MarBeth Dunn, President. “We have many innovative plans and upcoming projects to promote our members and community.” All members are required to submit references that will be checked to ensure professionalism and confidence in referrals. They are also featured in their international online directory. Join the Grand Opening, January 9th, featuring international best-selling author of 31 Days to Millionaire Marketing Miracles and internet maestro Tracy Repchuk, who will speak on, “Get Ready to Shine Online: How to attract more leads, get more clients and make more sales.” And, for a limited time, save $35 by registering online at http:// www.holisticchamberofcommerce. com/GOmiami. For more information, please contact President MarBeth Dunn at 305-968-8348 or email her at MarBeth@MarBethDunn.com.

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Produce Banishes the Blues

ew research from New Zealand’s University of Otago shows that consuming more whole fruits and vegetables increases peacefulness, happiness and energy in one’s daily life. Scientists discovered the strong relationship to be particularly apparent in countering winter blues. A total of 281 college-age students filled out an online food diary and mood survey for 21 consecutive days. Results showed that eating fruits and vegetables one day led to improvements in positive mood the next day, regardless of other key factors, such as body mass index. Other types of food did not produce the same uplifting effect. “After further analysis, we demonstrated that young people would need to consume approximately seven to eight total servings of fruits and vegetables per day to notice a meaningful positive change,” says Tamlin Conner, Ph.D., with the university’s department of psychology. “One serving of fruit or vegetables is approximately the size that could fit in our palm, or half a cup.” Study co-author Bonnie White suggests that this can be accomplished by having vegetables comprise half of the plate at each meal and snacking on whole fruit like apples. The American Psychiatric Association acknowledges that seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects, at least mildly, as many as 20 percent of Americans.

Sweets Sour Brain Power

inging on sweets and soda in an effort to bone up for exams or presentations probably has the opposite effect, according to a new animal study from the University of California, Los Angeles. Researchers found that eating or quaffing too much fructose, like that found in cane sugar and the high-fructose corn syrups permeating many processed foods, can cause unclear thinking, poor learning and impaired memory. Scientists have long known that high-fructose diets increase the risk for diabetes, obesity and fatty liver. Now the UCLA team has discovered that only six weeks of a high-fructose diet slowed the animals’ brains. The good news is that eating omega-3 fatty acids like those found in cold water fish appear to counteract the negative effects of fructose, enabling the animals to think more clearly.

Art Heartens Seniors

ust looking at a painting by Picasso, Dali or Warhol can brighten the world for seniors, according to researchers at Britain’s Newcastle University. After just three visits to a gallery, the researchers found positive changes in the participating seniors’ opinions about their life experiences and abilities in light of their ages. The gallery visits further inspired participants to become more involved with others and their communities.

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The Toxic Side of Tylenol

s the evidence of the harmful effects of Tylenol increases, there is a growing call for it to be removed from the market. Its active ingredient, acetaminophen, once thought to be an effective and safe pain reliever for adults and children, turns out to have dangerous effects. A related study by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center researchers leads with the fact that each year, acetaminophen causes more than 100,000 calls to poison control centers, 50,000 emergency room visits, 26,000 hospitalizations and more than 450 deaths from liver failure. The U.S. Acute Liver Failure Study implicates acetaminophen poisoning in nearly half of all cases of acute liver failure in this country. When taken with alcohol or without food, the effects on the liver are multiplied. Doctor of Naturopathy Michael Murray, of Phoenix, Arizona, reports in GreenMedInfo.com that regular use of acetaminophen is linked to a higher likelihood of asthma, infertility and hearing loss, especially in men under 50. Last summer, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning linking acetaminophen use to three rare and sometimes fatal skin conditions. “Can you imagine if the side effects and risks associated with acetaminophen were associated with a dietary supplement?” opines Murray. “It would be yanked from the market immediately.”

Mammograms Carry Cancer Risk

here is growing evidence that mammograms, which are the primary screening tool for breast cancer, may cause it. Scientists have long known that radiation causes cancer, and now research published in the British Journal of Radiobiology reports that the so-called “low-energy X-rays” used in mammography are four to six times more likely to cause breast cancer than conventional high-energy X-rays because the low-energy variety causes more mutational damage to cells. Mammograms led to a 30 percent rate of over-diagnosis and overtreatment, according to a study published in the Cochrane Review. Researchers wrote in the study, “This means that for every 2,000 women invited for screening throughout 10 years, one will have her life prolonged and 10 healthy women, who would not have been diagnosed if there had not been screening, will be treated unnecessarily. Furthermore, more than 200 women will experience important psychological distress for many months because of false positive findings.” Many women and functional medicine doctors are now choosing non-invasive and radiation-free annual thermograms as a safer alternative. Those at high risk for breast cancer may choose to do periodic MRI screenings, a recommendation supported by research at Britain’s University Hospitals Birmingham.

More Bok Choy, Less Ice Cream Boosts Breast Health

howing down on cruciferous veggies reduces the risk of recurring breast cancer, say Vanderbilt University researchers, while consuming too many high-fat dairy products produces an opposite effect, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The paper on veggies presented at the American Association for Cancer Research showed that the more cruciferous vegetables a woman ate in the first two years after her breast cancer diagnosis, the lower was her risk of the cancer returning or death from the original cancer. Eating broccoli, cauliflower, bok choy and cabbage worked to reduce the rate of recurring breast cancer by 35 percent and the risk of death in the following nine years by 62 percent. On the other side of the coin, the NCI study showed that women treated for early stage breast cancer that regularly ate one or more servings of high-fat milk, cheese, yogurt or ice cream increased their risk of dying of breast cancer by 44 percent and of earlier death from all causes by 64 percent.

Brief Bouts of Yoga Bolster the Brain

ust 20 minutes of yoga postures, breathing and meditation are valuable tools for bolstering mental functioning. A study from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign reports that a single, 20-minute hatha yoga session significantly improved participants’ speed and accuracy on tests of working memory, focus, retention and ability to absorb and use new information. Study participants didn’t get the same positive brain buzz from 20 minutes of aerobics. The study appeared in the Journal of Physical Activity & Health.

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Vitamin C Halves Colds in Athletes

aking vitamin C before engaging in physically demanding activities helps keep colds away for people that are heavy exercisers, say Finnish researchers at the University of Helsinki. While their meta-study showed that non-exercisers that took vitamin C daily gained little or no protection from colds, the story for marathoners, competitive skiers and soldiers on subarctic assignments was much different. The study, published in the Cochrane Review, found that the 598 heavy exercisers cut their risk of colds in half.

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New Tests Detect Early Cancer in Dogs by Dr. Shawn Messonnier

here is now an accurate, inexpensive way way to allow the detection of cancer and other inflammatory diseases before a pet actually develop clinical signs of cancer. The blood panel tests provide early detection that allow intervention prior to disease progression, when greater damage occurs and options become more expensive and limited. The tests measure several aspects of cell irregularity: abnormal cell division and systemic inflammatory activity. Thymidine kinase (TK) is a measure of dysregulated cellular proliferation; as cancer cells divide, TK is usually increased. C-reactive protein (CRP) is elevated in the presence of systemic inflammatory diseases, including cancer. In a study group of 360 dogs followed for up to one year, incidence of cancer and serious disease were tracked. The study showed that almost 100 percent of cancers were detected four to six months prior to the pet showing symptoms. Designed to be part of a routine wellness plan, these cancer screening tests are the most comprehensive single blood test available in monitoring the overall health status of a dog. In addition to screening for cancer, checking the vitamin D status of a dog is also important, because low levels of vitamin D have been shown to contribute to increased incidence of cancer and infectious diseases. Dr. Shawn Messonnier is a holistic veterinarian in Plano, Texas, and founder of Dr. Shawn’s Naturals all-natural products and supplements for dogs. Natural Awakenings readers can save 10 percent on all in-stock products with the code DRSHAWN. For more information, visit DrShawnsNaturals. com. 16

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Eco-Skiing

White Resorts Go Even Greener As skiers flock to snow-covered trails this winter, more ski resorts are going greener to save energy and support the environment. Arapahoe Basin, in Colorado, recently received a National Ski Areas Association Sustainable Slopes grant for retrofitting its base area lighting that will annually slice off an estimated 53,000-plus kilowatt hours of usage. A-Basin, Vail Resorts and others in the area provide their restaurants’ used vegetable oil to outside companies for recycling into biofuels. Aspen, Vail, Copper Mountain and other Colorado resorts installed more photovoltaic solar arrays on buildings prior to the current season. Stratton Mountain Ski Resort, in Vermont, installed a 1,500-horsepower electric snowmaking air compressor last summer, replacing a diesel model. Purchased in consultation with the statewide energy utility Efficiency Vermont, it delivers more cubic feet of air per minute using less, and cleaner, energy. Since 2009, the state’s Bolton Valley ski area, plus Jiminy Peak and Berkshire East, both in Massachusetts, have all installed wind turbines to generate energy. Sarah Wojcik, director of public affairs at the Vermont Ski Areas Association, attests that resorts are doing their part to keep mountains green. Sources: nsaa.org, SkiVermont.com

Grassroots Gumption

Citizen Action Wins Against Monsanto and More The Center for Food Safety (CFS), a national nonprofit advocating in the public interest, works to protect human health and the environment by curbing the use of harmful food production technologies and promoting organic and other forms of sustainable agriculture. It confirms that actions such as signing petitions really do make a difference. For instance, the CFS cites a hard-fought campaign that pushed the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to respond to a lawsuit and remove arsenic from chicken feed. They credit the thousands of consumers that joined the effort, saying, “Together, we forced the FDA to remove arsenic ingredients in animal feed used for our nation’s chickens, turkeys and hogs, and 98 of the 101 drug approvals for arsenic-based animal drugs will be withdrawn.” More recently, CFS reports that half a million citizen phone calls and emails had a significant effect in killing an extension of the so-called “Monsanto protection act” in the Senate. Formally named the Farmer Assurance Provision, the measure undermined the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s authority to ban genetically modified crops, even if court rulings found they posed risks to human and environmental health.

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Yogic Milestone

Smithsonian Exhibit Highlights Storied History This month’s exhibition at the Smithsonian’s Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Yoga: The Art of Transformation, comprises the museum’s first presentation of yogic art. Temple sculptures, devotional icons, vibrant manuscripts and court paintings created in India more than 2,000 years ago will be on view, as well as early modern photographs, books and films. The Washington, D.C., exhibition borrows from 25 museums and private collections in India, Europe and the United States. More than 120 works, from the third to the early 20th century, illuminate yoga’s central tenets, as well as its obscured histories. Through masterpieces of Indian sculpture and paintings, the exhibition explores yoga’s goals; its Hindu, Jain and Sufi manifestations; its means of transforming body and consciousness; and its philosophical foundations.

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Global Watchdog

United Nations Panel Zeroes in on Sustainability The United Nations (UN) has created a new scientific advisory board under the aegis of UNESCO, mandated to advise UN executives, participating countries and other stakeholders on the use of science, technology and innovation in achieving sustainable development. The 26 international experts appointed to the board span a broad spectrum of disciplines including: basic sciences; engineering and technology; social sciences and humanities; ethics; health; and economic, behavioral and agricultural sciences, as well as the environmental sciences more commonly associated with sustainability. The board’s inaugural meeting in December focused on outcomes of the 2013 UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20), and from other large-scale interdisciplinary processes, such as the 2012 Planet Under Pressure Conference, held in London, and the Future Earth 10-year international research initiative.

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Smoke Choke

Big Coal’s Big Plans to Hasten Climate Change Environmentalists are mounting an effort to stop the coal industry from exporting millions of tons of coal to China and keep the coal in the ground by halting the construction of huge new coal export terminals at ports in Oregon and Washington. The nation’s two largest coal companies want to strip-mine vast reserves in Wyoming and Montana’s Powder River Basin, and then ship the coal by rail to the ports. “Based on our back-of-the-envelope calculation, the burning of this exported coal could have a larger climate impact than all of the oil pumped through the Keystone pipeline,” says Kimberly Larson, a spokesperson for the Power Past Coal campaign, a coalition of more than 100 environmental and community groups that oppose the coal terminals. Many U.S. coal-fired power plants still operate, but they’re being squeezed out of business by new federal standards for mercury, arsenic and other toxins that take effect in 2016. Also, the price of natural gas in America has fallen below that of coal. China already accounts for almost half of the world’s coal consumption, and demand continues to skyrocket for cheap, coal-fired electricity to power its growing industrial parks and mega-cities. Source: Grist.org

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During the next five years, the U.S. Navy’s war games, using live munitions in our coastal waters, will potentially kill 186 whales and dolphins off the East Coast and 155 more off Hawaii and Southern California, according to computer models. Rear Admiral Kevin Slates rationalizes the casualties by stating, “Without this realistic testing and training, our sailors can’t develop or maintain the critical skills they need or ensure the new technologies can be operated effectively.” On the upside, marine scientists are currently using mobile devices to reduce the number of whales struck and killed off California’s coast by large commercial ships. An app called Whale Spotter employs crowd-sourcing to gather data, allowing sailors, fishermen and marine scientists that spot whales to plot their locations on an interactive map. Such a network can track marine mammals in real time as they migrate. These maps are useful to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and U.S. Coast Guard officials responsible for recommending changes in vessel routes.

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Life Threat

Evidence Mounts of GMO Dangers The nonprofit Non-GMO Project, committed to preserving and building sources of non-GMO (genetically modified organism) products and educating consumers on such verified choices, is focusing on Bt corn and Bt soy, which make up 90 percent of America’s total crop. Its scientists explain, “These crops have genes from a bacteria called bacillus thuringiensis spliced into their natural genetic code. This causes the plant to produce Bt-toxin—a pesticide that bursts the stomach of insects that eat it, killing them.” Monsanto and Syngenta, which manufacture genetically engineered seeds, claim that genetically modified (GE, GM or GMO) crops are safe for humans because the Bt-toxin is completely destroyed in the human digestive system and doesn’t have any impact on animals and humans. But Norwegian scientists’ decade-long study of rats, mice, pigs and salmon raised on GE feed published in 2012 found that due to alterations in their digestive tracts, the animals ate more, got fatter and were less able to digest proteins; they also suffered from diminished immune systems. There is also mounting evidence that the spread of such crops is responsible for the dramatic decline of the monarch butterfly, the near annihilation of bats and the spread of honeybee colony collapse syndrome. To get involved, visit NonGMOProject.com. 18

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Deep Conversation Accompanies Good Food The pursuit of combining good food and conversation is taking on new, more fulfilling formats. Instead of idle chit-chat or gossip over high-calorie feasts, many people are showing an appetite to fill their lives with more meaningful discussions while dining on healthy meals. The international Green Drinks phenomenon was among the first to successfully mix eco-conscious conversation with healthy beverages; now, thought-provoking initiatives are mixing regular banter with bites in ways that are both lively and nurturing. Those seeking the exotic may indulge in The Philosopher’s Table: How to

Start Your Philosophy Dinner Club—Monthly Conversation, Music and Recipes, by Marietta McCarty, following guidelines to immerse guests in the

tastes and cultures of 12 different cities and countries. Suggested themes include saluting the present-day benefits of the work of women’s rights pioneer Jane Addams while sipping multi-bean soup (Chicago) or consuming uplifting perspectives of ancient philosopher Lao Tzu over shrimp dumplings with dipping sauce (China). Recommended discussion topics at ConversationCafe.org include self-identity and self-reflection, current events and appreciating the arts. A search function for finding a local chapter complements advice on launching a new one. RawFoodNetwork.com provides links to groups nationwide that forge connections with fellow enthusiasts, share dishes and network. It also provides information, recipes and other helpful resources. Touring experts in the preparation and benefits of raw food and vegan, plant-based diets show up everywhere from natural food restaurants and retailers to health expos and foodie Meetup events. Speakers include Brian Clement, Brenda Cobb, Paul Nison, Jenna Norwood, Karen Ranzi and David Wolfe.

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Build Your Own Wellness Dream Team Take Your Health to the Next Level by Kathleen Barnes

onventional doctors too often dispense vague, boilerplate health advice, urging their patients to eat a healthy diet, exercise and take helpful supplements. Some are lucky enough to also be directed to detoxify their body and manage stress. That’s typically the best most people can expect in terms of practical advice. It is rare to receive specific, individualized answers to such burning questions as: What is the best diet for this specific problem or my body type? Which exercise will work best for me—yoga, running, tennis or something else? Why do I feel stressed so much of the time, and what can I do about it? What supplements are best for me, and which high-quality products can I trust? Complementary natural healing modalities can address all of these 20

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queries and more. Finding the right mix of treatment and preventive measures requires some creativity and self-knowledge. The experts Natural Awakenings consulted maintain that it is both desirable and possible to assemble an affordable and effective personal health care team that focuses on optimum wellness.

Integrative Approach

“We need to understand the value of an integrative approach because no single modality treats everything,” says Dr. Jingduan Yang, the Philadelphiabased founder and medical director of the Tao Integrative Medicine. By way of example, he maintains credentials as a physician, a board-certified psychiatrist and an internationally recognized expert on classic forms of Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture. Integrative practitioners see the human body on three levels, Yang explains: structural; biochemical; and bioenergetic,

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a form of psychotherapy. Ideally, he says, conventional and integrative medicine, plus complementary practitioners, work together to provide the total care an individual patient needs. “Any problem on one level affects all levels, so we assess patients on all three with whatever tools we have,” he says. While conventional medicine may be able to treat structural problems well and biochemical problems to a certain extent, it falls short on the energetic level. That’s when it’s time to expand the team, counsels Yang. “‘Know yourself’ is the watchword. Get to know what to use and when to use it. It’s the practitioner’s job to educate patients in this way.” Dr. Andrew Weil, renowned as the father of the integrative medicine movement in the U.S., has remarked, “If I’m in a car accident, don’t take me to an herbalist. If I have bacterial pneumonia, give me antibiotics. But when it comes to maximizing the body’s natural healing potential, a mix of conventional and alternative procedures seems like the only answer.” Dr. Shekhar Annambhotla, founding director and president of the Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America, turns to the integrative realm of ayurvedic medicine for healing and wellness. The 5,000-year-old Indian healing tradition incorporates lifestyle changes, yoga and meditation, detoxification, herbs, massage and various other individually targeted healing modalities, depending on the patient’s diagnosis and recommended treatment plan.

Customized Team

“Wellness is a team effort,” advises integrative medicine specialist Dr. Vijay Jain, medical director at Amrit Ayurveda for Total Wellbeing, in Salt Springs, Florida. It’s not only a matter of knowing what needs the practitioners will address at specific times, it’s also knowing who can help when the going gets tough. “Modern medicine has the edge for early detection of disease,” Jain notes. “However, Ayurveda is excellent in determining the earliest imbalances in the mind and body that eventually lead to disease.” Most experts consulted agree that a

Health insurance may not cover the services we want, and high deductibles may pose a ﬁnancial challenge in maintaining comprehensive health care, so we need a personal wellness plan. personal wellness program should include a practitioner that acts as a gatekeeper and coordinates a care plan to meet individual needs. Jain recommends that the foundation of the team be a licensed medical professional such as an integrative physician (MD), osteopathic doctor (DO) or chiropractor (DC). In most states, any of these professionals can function as a primary care doctor, authorized to order and read laboratory tests, prescribe drugs and access hospital services. In some states, a naturopathic physician (ND) can perform the functions of a primary care doctor in ordering and reading laboratory tests. As part of a personal wellness team, consider a functional medicine or integrative physician, chiropractor, osteopath, doctor of naturopathy, ayurvedic practitioner, nutritionist, Traditional Chinese Medicine doctor/acupuncturist, herbalist, craniosacral therapist, massage therapist and energy practitioner (such as in Reiki, medical qigong or polarity therapy). It’s not necessary to see all of them, sources say. Sometimes, one practitioner will be skilled in practicing several modalities, a bonus for patients. Other complementary practitioners may form a supporting team that works with the primary care team, depending on the challenges a patient faces. They will be identified as treatment unfolds and the team evolves over time. This ad is the property

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and acupuncture often go hand-in hand with Ayurveda in accordance with the view that illness and disease are caused by imbalances in the body’s energetic flow. Diagnostic techniques employ intuition and pulses to assess and smooth blocks in energy circulation. Craniosacral therapy is another way to unlock energetic blockages caused by lifestyle stress and other factors that restrict and congest the body’s innate ability to self-correct and remain healthy, says Joyce Harader, a registered craniosacral therapist in Cave Creek, Arizona, and secretary of the board of the Biodynamic Cranial Sacral Therapy Association of North America. She relied on a whole team to realize a natural way back to health after being diagnosed with lupus in 1992. “Members of my health team fluctuate, depending on what is going on in my life and where I am focusing,” comments Harader. She points out, for example, that nutrition education and general deep-tissue massage can both be helpful as part of a foundational plan toward obtaining and maintaining optimal health. In fact, many of our experts recommend both a monthly chiropractic adjustment and/or massage, as well as daily yoga and an ongoing meditation practice for wellness and total well-being. Naturopathic practitioners operating in states where they are licensed can be good sources of nutrition counsel and often recommend herbal remedies for relief. “For chronic illness, you need a chiropractor or drug-free physician like a naturopath on your team. Conventional medicine is generally poor at dealing with chronic illness,” observes Naturopath and Chiropractor Michael Loquasto, Ph.D., who practices in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Loquasto should know. He has practiced integrated modalities for 50 years, employing the knowledge gained through his practice and triple doctorates, which include one in nutrition. Also a master herbalist, he strongly advocates that people start by working with a good integrative or functional medicine medical doctor. “In some states, like Pennsylvania, chiropractors and osteopaths can perform routine diagnostic work, but in many states they cannot,” he notes. “I 22

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A personal wellness program should include a lead practitioner that acts as a gatekeeper and coordinates a plan of care that meets the individual’s needs. recommend undergoing a physical every six months and regular bone density tests, plus colonoscopies.” Loquasto is not in favor of mammograms because of the radiation exposure associated with them, but supports routine breast screening using ultrasound or thermography.

Self-Diagnosis

Intuitive listening and observant selfknowledge are crucial parts of any wellness plan. Most people are aware when something doesn’t feel right in their body. “Libido is a great barometer of health,” suggests Dr. Diana Hoppe, an obstetrician, gynecologist and hormone specialist in San Diego, California. “If you’re not interested in sex, it’s probably a sign that you need to do some investigating.” Reasons for such a decline of interest are wide-ranging says Hoppe. “For men and women, it might be due to hormonal changes, lack of self-esteem, medications, stress, relationship issues, job, family life or lack of sleep. It means that somewhere, things are out of balance,” she says.

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A personal multifaceted wellness program can be expensive, but there are ways to minimize the cost. “In the new world of high insurance deductibles, people get more for their money from an alternative doctor, especially one knowledgeable in a variety of healing therapies, than a conventional one,” Loquasto advises. Costs for tests may also be lower; plus patients are not expected to pay $150 or more just to walk in the door. A current trend has medical doctors and chiropractors participating in “umbrella” practices and wellness centers, where several types of practitioners collaborate in one facility. They find that sometimes insurance will pay for certain complementary services, including massage and nutrition education, when doctors or chiropractors prescribe them. Maintaining wellness in an environment filled with chemical, biological

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and mental toxins is a substantial, yet worthy, investment. It’s far better than the costly alternative of dealing with regular bouts of sickness or escalating disease. In that light, maintenance looks affordable: an ayurvedic diagnostic session starts at around $100, a consultation with a licensed naturopath at $75 and acupuncture at $100; a massage typically costs about $80 an hour. While insurance is unlikely to pay for treatments outside the realm of conventional medicine and sometimes, chiropractic, “The cost of these preventive therapies will be much less than the cost of treatment for a serious disease,” advises Loquasto. “You’re worth it.” Kathleen Barnes is author of more than a dozen natural health books. Her latest is The Calcium Lie II: What Your Doctor Still Doesn’t Know with Dr. Robert Thompson. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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A Health Coach Helps Us Change for Good

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A health or wellness coach integrated into a personal healthcare team can be critical to catalyzing sustainable change. Many people understand they need to modify their self-care, yet fail to take the optimal steps to make such a transformation happen.

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hat we’ve discovered is that people don’t routinely change behavior due to education alone or out of fear. They change through partnership,” explains Linda Smith, a physician’s assistant and director of professional and public programs at Duke Integrative Medicine, in Durham, North Carolina. Coaching partnerships supply a supportive bridge between provider recommendations and patient implementations, she says, “significantly increasing the client’s ability to make changes successfully.” “Health coaching was absolutely essential to my health,” says Roberta Cutbill, a 72-year-old retired registered nurse in Greensboro, North Carolina, who considered her lifestyle relatively healthy when in her late 60s she experienced autoimmune and cardiac problems. “I have an excellent primary care doctor who, when these issues came up, told me that I needed to change my diet, thoughtfully downloaded a list of recommendations and sent me on my way. I still needed help with many things in order

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to make the changes,” recalls Cutbill, which is why she turned to a health coach at Duke Integrative Medicine. Margaret Moore, founder and CEO of Wellcoaches Corporation and co-director of the Institute of Coaching at McLean Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate, in Belmont, Massachusetts, identifies two primary forces that enable behavioral change: autonomous motivation (people want to do something for their own reasons, not because someone tells them to) and confidence (they believe they can do it). “The most powerful motivating forces of all are what you treasure most in life, your life purpose and contribution,” she remarks. Both Smith and Moore emphasize that the priorities in any health coaching relationship are client driven, based on the client’s chosen goals and personal intrinsic motivators. Confidence in attaining ultimate success is built through positively framed experiments and experiences. “A health coach is trained to help clients break up their goals into manageable steps,

focus on strengths, track progress and identify and overcome personal roadblocks,” explains Dr. Karen Lawson, an integrative physician and director of integrative health coaching at the University of Minnesota’s Center for Spirituality and Healing, in Minneapolis. A helpful approach sets goals that can be met and exceeded, not insurmountable ones. “The key is always keeping a positive lens, helping clients see the progress they achieve,” continues Lawson. This involves speaking in terms of growth through trial and error, in which outcomes are explored without judgment and clients feel empowered to modify. This is vital, explains Moore, because experiencing at least a threeto-one ratio of positive to negative emotions creates the conditions for the brain to learn, change and thrive, making people feel more capable of taking care of their health. Mindful awareness is another essential tool; being self-aware and reflecting on what we are doing while it is happening. Unlike thinking, analyzing and planning, mindfulness involves observing while experiencing. During sessions, coaches use it to give their full attention in a non-judgmental way, modeling how clients can bring such compassion to themselves. A mindful state calms mental noise and puts reflective distance between individuals and their beliefs, emotions and behaviors. It improves their ability to handle negative emotions and to make a conscious choice to respond with a different attitude or new behavior, according to Moore. For Cutbill, maintaining a personal relationship with her coach over time has been the most significant factor in the improvement of her health. “The relationship was healing, because my coach regularly pointed out my progress with profound encouragement and validation. I wish all primary care doctors had health coaches on staff to help them and their patients attain the success they both are aiming for.” Lauressa Nelson is an editor and contributing writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at LauressaNelson@gmail.com.

Hallmarks of a Good Health Coach by Margaret Moore In the past 10 years, approximately 10,000 health professionals have become coaches through dedicated training schools and university programs focused on life, corporate or health and wellness coaching. The selection of the right partner to help in the quest for lifelong wellness entails assessing the following qualifications. Credentials and training: A reputable health and wellness coach training program typically requires six months to two years of education, skills training and practice with clients, followed by a certification process that tests for knowledge and core competencies. Employment background: Additional desirable credentials in the medical, physical or mental health fields will likely include exercise physiology, physical therapy, psychotherapy, nutrition counseling, nursing or medicine. Structured relationship: A coach should be able to explain how coaching works and why successful results are more likely with a coach. Coaching sessions are typically conducted by phone and last between 30 and 60 minutes. Coaching services are generally not covered by insurance. Personal character: Effective health coaches are good listeners, interested in clients’ unique stories. They foster self-acceptance and self-respect, pointing out personal strengths, values and desires. Coaches engage, energize and challenge clients through a positive, non-judgmental focus, while at the same time asking courageous questions. As skilled partners, they help clients become clear about personal motivations and an overall vision for life, so that they can help design a detailed, attainable plan that successfully moves them toward fulfilling their goals.

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knowing what food labels really say that will benefit a youngster’s health for a lifetime. Visualize serving sizes. Assemble two or three packaged food items— preferably those that the child regularly eats, like cereal, oatmeal and applesauce—plus a measuring cup. Point out the serving-size number on the package label, and let the child measure out a single serving. This visually reinforces serving sizes, the first number anyone needs to consider on a food label. Try it with a single soda or juice bottle, too, which often says, “two servings.” Important note: Most nutrition label serving sizes are based on a 2,000-calorie adult diet. For kids ages 4 to 8, portion sizes are about two-thirds of an adult portion; for preteens, portions run 80 to 90 percent of the adult amount, says Registered Dietitian Tara Dellolacono-Thies, food coach for CLIF Kid nutrient-rich organic energy snacks. Evaluate numbers. Next, discuss the numbers noted for calories, fat, sugar, fiber and cholesterol. When evaluating a packaged food for an elementary school child, DellolaconoThies suggests aiming for 175 calories or less per serving; one gram or

less saturated fat; no trans fats; no more than 13 grams of added sugars; no more than 210 milligrams sodium content; and at least two grams of fiber. She notes that cholesterol alone is less of a health risk factor for kids than saturated fats and sugars unless a child is on a specialized diet. Added bonuses: Look for high-percent daily values (shown as DV percentage) for nutrients such as calcium, iron, zinc and vitamin D, which experts generally agree most kids’ diets lack in sufficient quantities. Compare and contrast. Armed with these basic guidelines, compare, for example, the grams of sugar in a can of soda with a serving of cooked rolled oats, or the amount of calcium in a carton of milk versus a juice box. One-to-one evaluations will begin to give a child a sense of what numbers constitute “high” or “low” amounts. Check the fine print. “Artificial colors and flavors, artificial sweeteners, highfructose corn syrup or partially hydrogenated anything signal that the food is likely of lower nutritional quality,” counsels Dellolacono-Thies. Make a game of sounding out items in the ingredient list. “It’s a classic teaching moment: Unpronounceable ingredients often mean it’s a lab-created, fake, food-like item,” she says. Next, ask the youngster to read the label on an apple. Surprise! No food label means it’s a whole, real food—the best, most nutritious kind. Translate knowledge into choices. Once a child has gotten the hang of it, let him or her compare different food labels and choose which one is the healthier option. Plan a little extra time to also do it during grocery shopping. With time and practice, an educated youngster will begin to incorporate the power of reading food labels before choosing foods. “Even when children walk up to a vending machine, where they can’t read labels, you want them to know which is the healthier option,” says Backer. “With labelreading practice, they’ll become savvy shoppers who’ll readily recognize healthy food options when they see them.” Elisa Bosley is senior food editor at Delicious Living magazine.

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estern science is obsessed with deconstructing food, researching and analyzing its component parts, isolating the active ingredients, repackaging them in pills or powders and prescribing them in daily doses. But according to Annemarie Colbin, Ph.D., author of Food and Healing, this chemistry-based theory of nutrition is upside-down. Colbin, founder and CEO of the Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts, in New York City, has crafted her own nutrition theory based on more than 30 years of nutrition practice, teaching from a foundation that a whole food, like the complex human being consuming it, is greater than the sum of its parts. She defines whole foods as “those that nature provides and all the edible parts.” She limits them to those comprising one ingredient, such as plants, whole grains, beans, vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds. Animal foods are more challenging to categorize. Eggs are a whole food, but steaks are not, because they are one

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part of the entire animal. She includes small fish if we eat the head and bones, and small birds like quail. Whole milk is included, but not low-fat dairy. Colbin maintains that our bodies know the difference between a whole food and an aggregation of isolated nutrients. We have evolved over thousands of years to eat the food that nature presents to us, and if that food has been fragmented, the body realizes it and seeks what’s missing. For example, if we eat fragmented wheat like white bread, in which the bran and germ of the whole grain have been removed, the body will still be hungry and seek the missing part of the food, something with fiber or crunch. Likewise, health enthusiasts that devour wheat germ or wheat bran in isolation will also feel something is missing and may find themselves craving refined flour in the form of cake or other baked goods. Table sugar is another example, a fragment of sugar cane. Colbin calculates that it takes 17 feet of sugar cane to make one cup of sugar. What’s

missing is mostly the cane’s water content and the result, she says, is that sugar makes you thirsty. It’s a big reason why when we drink a soda, ingesting an average equivalent of 12 teaspoons of sugar, we’re thirsty afterward and drink even more, creating a vicious cycle. Fruit juices are, by definition, a fragmented food. When we drink orange or grapefruit juice, all or most of the fiber from the raw fruit is obviously missing. Craving something to chew, we may reach for chips or something crunchy. Vegetable juices may yield the same result. Colbin cautions that while vitamin and mineral supplements can be helpful in treating specific conditions or deficiencies, they nevertheless comprise fragments of food at best. She notes that the body may have difficulty processing these isolated nutrients outside of the whole food. Supportive studies include Kentucky’s University of Louisville School of Medicine comparison of the effects of the spice turmeric with those of its active ingredient, curcumin. Adding the whole food turmeric to the diet of rats reduced inflammation significantly, while curcumin alone was ineffective. Results suggested the difference may be explained by turmeric’s higher bioavailability.

A Pennsylvania State University research review determined that although population studies consistently report that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables protects against cardiovascular and other chronic diseases, studies of antioxidant supplements did not show the same benefits. The difference may be that a whole foods diet naturally contains not only antioxidants, but a wide range of nutrients and compounds that may act synergistically to protect against diseases. Colbin goes further, suggesting that supplements may even make us less likely to want to eat vegetables and set us up for junk food cravings to balance out too many vitamins or minerals. Her advice is to use vitamins and supplements if medically required, but not every day and not for a lifetime. Her views are all about maintaining the natural balance in the foods that nature provides without worrying about striving for perfection or radical changes in diet. Colbin recommends aiming for 70 percent whole foods overall to keep everything in balance. Start by taking a few small changes, listen to the body to see if there’s a noticeable difference and adjust accordingly. Margie King is a former corporate attorney now working as a holistic health and nutrition coach and natural health copywriter from Philadelphia, PA. Connect via NourishingMenopause.com.

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of a perceived scarcity of money. I became curious about what role our relationship to money plays in such disconnections.

What are the effects of awaking to what money is and isn’t in our lives? In considering this from the perspective of healing and tending the soul, asking, “Where are we most wounded in our modern world?” I had my own quantum awakening to the fact that I’m not separate from the subject matter I’m exploring: What is my own story with money? Have I given up healthy selfgovernment to the money god? What are my opportunities to reclaim my own power? I discovered that the core principle of the economy, money and currency is relationship itself, and that we’ve unwittingly disempowered ourselves by entrusting too much power to middlemen like central banks and financial consultants, but are now realizing that we don’t need them. One clear example is that more individuals are having a direct experience of the divine. Also, entire communities are investing their time, energy and money in their local economies, where they have established relationships and can see the results. I believe that the technologies supporting our emerging new economy reflect our own consciousness coming online.

Were you surprised at what you learned? I did not know that the U.S. and global economies are based on debt and scar-

city nor understand beforehand that our perceptions of scarcity and separation from one another are only illusions. While the majority of economists say that money is an exchange, Bernard Lietaer, author of The Future of Money, states, that is what money does but not what it is. Fundamentally, money is a human agreement—a form of currency via an artifact designed, engineered and built by humans. This is something we have forgotten and it’s hurting us.

How did you approach the universally sensitive subject of money? The film is purely a starting place and a tool that individuals can use to educate themselves and spark conversations. I kept the tone of the film as non-polarizing as possible so that conservative family members could cull compelling concepts that inspire further exploration, rather than walk away feeling a need to defend their beliefs. Awareness and knowledge breeds empowerment and innovative perspectives so that we all can better participate in whatever is emerging.

Will a new economy replace or parallel the existing one? A new economy is emerging and operating in parallel. Beyond being based on gifting, alternative money, barter or other buzzwords, it’s coming online from a previously unknown place. This is one of the reasons I term the film emergent-oriented, rather than solution-oriented. A quote by Richard Buckminster Fuller, systems theorist, architect and inventor, eloquently applies: “You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete.” The fact is that the old economy, based on debt and scarcity, is designed to collapse. The more innovative we can be in participating in the emerging economy, the more conscious awareness we can bring to bear, improving the chances for increasingly positive impacts. Linda Sechrist is a Natural Awakenings senior staff writer. Visit ItsAllAboutWe. com for recorded interviews. natural awakenings

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fitness professionals anticipate the continued rise of boutiques specializing in niche activities. Those with momentum range from ballet-inspired barre workouts to Pound and Drums Alive sessions, in which people “rock out” while they work out. Grace DeSimone, an ACSM spokesperson, equates specialized offerings to an à la carte menu, with individuals choosing tasty workout modes. “It’s like a buffet,” she says. While a single class can cost up to $25, there seldom are membership fees. Muscles are treated to varied workouts, even if only once a week in a “boutique” treatment. “It’s good for your body to crosstrain; if you do the same thing over and over again, your body adapts,” DeSimone advises. Unless a competitive athlete is looking to improve performances in a given sport, repeating the same exercise daily can lead to injury and lessen the

desired positive impact, she says. “Your apps that facilitate everything from body likes change.” counting calories and steps walked Spinning spin-offs like Soulcycle, daily to on-the-go workouts. Flywheel and Kinetic Cycling represent an evolution of indoor classes and oldWhat’s Playing school outdoor cycling. Meanwhile, Interval Training: Both high- and fitness instructors and wellness consullow-intensity variations can resemble tants note that Zumba has set the stage a fountain of youth for older adults, for dance-oriented workouts, diverging says DeSimone. These can range from from Latin rhythms into hip-hop and integrating a few five-minute sprints to other music genres. enhance a half-hour walk to engaging If workouts are increasingly in formalized Asian-influenced Tabata encroaching on “social” activities like classes and boot camps. dancing, it’s because the nation—or at High-intensity workouts aren’t for least the expanding population trying everyone. “HIIT is best delivered when to live healthier lifestyles—is undergoit does not use the one-size-fits-all aping a broader lifestyle transformation, proach,” says Tony Ordas, a kinesiology says Jim White, of Virginia Beach, lecturer at California State University, Virginia. The registered dietitian, San Marcos. “Participants need to have award-winning fitness pro and national an established level of cardiovascular spokesman for the Academy of Nutriendurance before increasing intensity.” tion and Dietetics observes, “There’s a Body Weight Training: The shift in culture.” natural, timeless exercise approach He says, “People are sick of ‘yo-yo- of using our own body weight instead ing’ with fad diets and exercise rouof equipment can, if done right, hone tines, and they are looking for effective muscles and build core strength, often new approaches, whether forjanuary dieting,2014-in1/2 creative page ways. social life, accountability or competi Personal Training, Small-Group Training and Wellness Coaching: Ristion.” He sees this new mindset fueling ing demand by individuals for support the proliferation of websites and phone

in achieving their desired results is propelling growing numbers of trainers and coaches to obtain health and fitness college degrees and postgraduate certifications. Specialized Fitness Programs: Programs geared to the needs of particular groups such as pregnant women, older adults, dog owners and those interested in losing weight remain popular. Activities vary in approach and intensity, but often emphasize “functional fitness”, focusing on building strength and balance useful in everyday life, rather than more athletic or competitive training. Yoga: This ancient mind-body workout continues to extend from East to West, building on a host of classical forms such as hatha, ashtanga, kripalu, kundalini and Vinyasa. Relatively new forms also are extensive, from power yoga, Bikram and Yogalates to emerging hybrids like the yoga/surfing combination of Yoga Board. Christine MacDonald is a freelance journalist in Washington, D.C., whose specialties include health and science. Visit ChristineMacDonald.info.

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ypertension affects over 65 million Americans. A new study finds that a one-time chiropractic adjustment can significally lower blood pressure.According to the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association,NUCCA is a gentle, non-invasive technique developed more than forty years ago to create a radical new way of healing that can help restore body balance and perfect health. Natural Awakenings sat down with Dr. Ryan Brady, the first and only practitioner in Miami who specializes in this treatment, to ask him for his insights into this new life-changing technique.

What is NUCCA? Describe a treatment?

NUCCA is procedure that measures if the upper cervical spine has shifted out of place, and to specifically correct it based on the patient’s unique anatomy if it has. NUCCA is a specific, highly effective adjustment to the upper neck that has whole body effects. It involves a very controlled, specific light force to re-align the head and neck so that the entire body can return to a balanced state. Unlike other vertebrae, which interlock one to the next, the Atlas (otherwise known as C1 or the first cervical vertebra) is vulnerable to displacement. Displacement of C1 can occur without pain and often goes undetect-

Case Study - Your website is incredibly educational and provides a comprehensive background on your services. Can you share a specific case study to further illustrate the benefits and/or results of a NUCCA treatment or series of treatments? By monitoring patient vital signs over a period of care, it was noted that a significant number of patients previously with high blood pressure (hypertension) experienced a drop in blood pressure readings.This prompted a clinical trial led byGeorge Bakris, M.D., director of the hypertension center at the University of Chicago Medical Center to investigate further. A randomized controlled trial (RCT) was designed which found eight weeks after undergoing the procedure,25 patients with early-state high blood pressure had significantly lower blood pressure than 25 similar patients who underwent a sham chiropractic adjustment (placebo). Since the NUCCA adjustment is extremely gentle, the participants were not able to determine if they received the actual adjustment or the placebo. X-rays showed that the procedure re-aligned the Atlas, neck and head in the treatment group, but not in the placebo group. Compared with the shamtreated group, those who got the real NUCCA correction saw an average of 14 mm Hg greater drop in systolic blood pressure (the top number in a blood pressure measurement), and an average 8 mm Hg drop in diastolic blood pressure (the bottom blood pressure number). To put this in perspective, patients who received the NUCCA adjustment lowered their blood pressure the equivalent of taking two different types of high blood pressure medications simultaneously. The effects of the adjustment continued into the 8th week of the study. The study may be found in the Journal of Human Hypertension, May 2007*.

Who can most benefit from NUCCA procedures? Although the NUCCA procedure does not specifically treat symptoms, conditions that have responded very well to the treatment include migraine headaches (there is currently a study at the University of Calgary, Canada on the NUCCA procedure and positive outcomes with Migraines sufferers), balance disorders such as vertigo and Meniere’s disease, certain neuro-degenerative conditions such as multiple sclerosis and parkinsonism, neck and spinal pain, anyone wanting to improve their posture since it affects the reflexive component of posture regulated by your brainstem (so you don’t have to think about it!).

Why specialize on the NUCCA technique? My decision to focus exclusively on the NUCCA procedure in my practice came through direct experience with the “miracle” cases of chiropractic. I noticed a very high incidence of “home-run” outcomes with neck adjustments. In fact, I was one of those outcomes. I suffered a traumatic head injury at 10 years of age and was plagued by chronic illness growing up such as strep-throat, tonsillitis, ear-tubes, sinus problems, etc. It wasn’t until I had my neck corrected by a chiropractor that my health improved dramatically. It became my life’s purpose to end the needless suffering of others by reconnecting the brain/body connection and allowing the body to heal optimally in a noninterference environment. The specificity, precision and analysis of the NUCCA procedure drew my attention during chiropractic college and I have since dedicated countless hours of training to the protocol and continue learning the biomechanics, neurology and effects of the atlas displacement complex to serve the public. Dr. Ryan Brady is one of only 250 doctors in the world trained in NUCCA spinal care. For more information or to make an appointment call 305-448-2600 or visit www.miamiposture.com. Miami Spine and Posture Clinic is located at 3850 Bird Road, Suite #402B,Coral Gables. See ad, page 8. *Reference Study: Journal of Human Hypertension (2007) 21, 347–352. doi:10.1038/sj.jhh.1002133; published online 2 March 2007. www.nature.com/ jhh

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January white sales present a prime opportunity to change to organic cotton sheets and dry-fast towels to reduce energy usage. Local animal shelters welcome old towels and blankets. Homeless shelters also accept gently used clean linens, and outgrown cold-weather gear. Replace family toothbrushes with eco-friendly models made from renewable castor oil plants instead of petroleum. The Naturally Clean Toothbrush is BPA-free and recyclable (TomsOfMaine.com). Each day, Americans use 500 million disposable straws, reports Milo Cress, founder of the Be Straw Free Campaign (Ecocycle.org). Discarded plastic straws and stirrers are on the Ocean Conservancy’s top 10 list of debris littering beaches. Cindy Schiff Slansky, CEO of GreenPaxx, in New York City, suggests using a reusable silicone straw. “The bright colors help keep track of each person’s drink. They’re in my purse for when I eat out with my kids,” she says. “We always say no to disposable straws.” Also consider paper straws that compost within 45 to 60 days. Plug electronics into power-saving energy strips that can be turned off when machines aren’t in use. Completely shutting down computers saves more energy than using sleep mode. When it’s time for a more energy-efficient fridge or freezer, call the electric company. The Appliance Recycling Centers of America work with utilities to pick up and recycle working appliances. Air conditioners and dehumidifiers are accepted with a qualifying fridge or freezer. Alternatively, call a local recycling company for a curb pickup of broken appliances; even easier, confirm that the company 38

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One-pot, slow-cooked hearty stews and soups—especially made with seasonal, locally grown vegetables—use less energy and need less water to wash. A slow cooker can also steam rice, make yogurt or bake simple, whole-grain breads (VitaClayChef.com). Dave Feller, CEO of Yummly.com, in Redwood City, California, adds, “Slow cooking tenderizes meats and brings out flavor, even in less expensive cuts. It’s also a timesaver.” Yummly recipes detail ingredients, cooking times and nutritional values. For family snacks, Terry Walters, the Avon, Connecticut, author of Clean Food and Clean Start, advocates going untraditional. “Get closer to the green plant than the processing plant,” she advises. At least once a week, she likes to try a new food. “Roasted chick peas, kale chips or a ‘pizza’ made from a rice tortilla, pasta sauce or pesto, and veggies all make ‘clean-food’ snacks.” (Recipes at TerryWalters.net.) Keeping produce fresh can be a challenge, especially when the average fridge can harbor millions of bacteria, according to testing by Microban Europe, UK. The BerryBreeze in-fridge automated device periodically circulates activated oxygen to prevent mold, keeping produce fresh longer and reducing spoiling to save grocery dollars (BerryBreeze.com). Hannah Helsabeck, president of eco-friendly WildMint Shop.com, shares can-free meal tips online. “It takes a little planning, but we can now avoid all the toxic chemicals used in processing foods and making cans. Let’s kick the can!” Also, check out local food Meetup groups. Penny Miller, of Wichita Falls, Texas, says, “At our first meeting, we saw examples of raised-bed gardens, rainwater harvesting, composting, native landscaping and container plants.” Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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Natural Awakenings Celebrates 20 Years of Conscious Living

heartfelt shout out goes to the 90 U.S. cities and metro areas across the country, plus Puerto Rico, where Natural Awakenings is effecting positive change in people’s lives. For 20 years, this free community magazine has been loyal readers’ go-to resource for awakening America to the benefits of naturally healthy living. We thank our 3.8 million readers that devour these pages every month, typically from cover-to-cover. We voice gratitude to the thousands of committed advertisers that report multiplied business success as a result of our partnership. We extend kudos to the hundreds of editorial contributors that have generously shared their pioneering expertise with us via cutting-edge information and practical tips. Interviews and bylines of internationally recognized healers, teachers and leaders underscore the magazine’s primacy in its field. Collectively, we comprise a great movement embodying ways of living that are healthy for people and the planet. Together, we are producing a pay-it-forward chain reaction of positive energy and conscious living that benefits everyone. Each large and small choice in favor of natural health and environmental sustainability counts toward enhancing our own standard of living and supporting a higher quality of life on Earth. It all starts with individuals waking up to conscious living and connecting locally to make measurable differences in their own homes and communities. They are role models of wellness. They

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helation therapy cleanses the body of toxic metals which interfere with optimal function and repair. Such toxic metals include lead, arsenic, cadmium, aluminum, nickel, uranium and mercury. By removing metallic toxins mental and physical performance may improve; and various diseases may be prevented or overcome. Intravenous chelation therapy involves infusing substances into a vein, such as EDTA, which bind harmful metals and eliminate them from the body via urine and stool. Clinical studies on intravenous EDTA chelation therapy have demonstrated improvement in impairments associated with diabetes mellitus; brain, heart, and leg circulation; kidney function; lung function, and autoimmune conditions including rheumatoid arthritis and scleroderma. In one study following chelation, patients with chronic obstructive lung disease averaged 20% improvement in the volume of air expelled. In another study of patients with greater than 70% blockage of carotid arteries supplying circulation to the brain, blockages decreased by 41.6%. In another study, 58 of 65 patients referred for coronary bypass surgery and 24 of 27 patients referred for lower extremity amputation due to impaired circulation did not require surgery after opting to have chelation. Regarding prevention a study found after 18 years following chelation therapy the cancer death rate decreased by 10 fold. Most recently in a NIH study diabetics with a prior history of heart attack who received chelation had a 40% reduction in death and recurrent heart attack over 5 years versus those who did not receive chelation. Regarding anti-aging studies, skin wrinkling has been shown to reduce and longevity of primitive animals to increase. About the author: Dr. Martin Dayton has earned both MD and DO doctorates. He is in private medical practice in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, U.S.A., board certified in family medicine and licensed in osteopathic medicine and surgery. His practice focuses on circulation, cancer, autoimmunity and preventing and overcoming premature aging. Dr. Dayton, a published author, has lectured internationally and has held medical professorial positions in the past. Spotlight, continued, next page. Dayton Medical Center Integrative Medicine from Around the Words 18600 Collins Ave Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 24/7 Helpline 305-931-8484 www.daytonmedical.com

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hroughout history, massage therapy has played a part in society’s healthcare systems and natural wellness programs. With the myriad benefits of massage therapy and complementary bodywork, both consumer demand and the need for licensed massage therapy providers are strong. In the 12 months between July 2011 and July 2012, the American Massage Therapy Association estimates that nearly 35 million U.S. adults had at least one massage, fueling an industry that is estimated to exceed $8 billion annually. Thomas Sweeney, the Southeastern College Miami Lakes program coordinator for massage therapy and a nationally certified licensed massage therapist, remarks, “Massage clients and students use many adjectives when talking about massage therapy, such as rejuvenating, therapeutic and pampering.” He adds, “We find that motivations for seeking massage therapy can be equally varied; relieving stress, managing pain or enjoying a luxurious treat are commonly

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Massage therapy: A general term for the manipulation of soft tissue for therapeutic purposes. Massage therapy incorporates various disciplines and involves kneading, rubbing, brushing and tapping the muscles and connective tissues by hand or using mechanical devices. Its goal is to increase circulation and detoxification, in order to reduce physical and emotional stress and increase overall wellness. Meditation: The intentional directing of attention to one’s inner self. Methods and practices to achieve a meditative state are based upon various principles using the body or mind and may employ control or letting-go mechanisms. Techniques include the use of imagery, mantras and observation, and the control of breathing. Research has shown that regular meditation can contribute to psychological and physiological well-being. As a spiritual practice, meditation is used to facilitate a mystical sense of oneness with a higher power or the Universe. It can also help reduce stress and alleviate stress-related ailments, such as anxiety and high blood pressure. Naturopathy: A comprehensive and eclectic system whose philosophy is based upon working in harmony with the body’s natural healing abilities. Naturopathy incorporates a broad range of natural methods and substances aimed to promote health. Training may include the study of specific approaches, including massage, manipulation, acupuncture, acupressure, counseling, applied nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy and minor surgery plus basic obstetrics for assistance with natural childbirth. Network chiropractic: Uses Network Spinal Analysis (NSA), a system of assessing and contributing to spinal and neural integrity, as well as health and wellness. Founded and developed by Donald Epstein. Practitioners employ gentle force to the spine to help the body eliminate mechanical tension in the neurological system. The body naturally develops strategies to dissipate stored tension/energy, thus enhancing self-

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Reiki: Means “universal life-force energy.” A method of activating and balancing the life-force (qi or chi, pronounced “chee”). Practitioners use light hand placements to channel healing energies to organs and glands or to align the body’s chakras (energy centers). Various techniques can ease emotional and mental distress, heal chronic and acute physical problems and achieve spiritual focus and clarity. Reiki can be a valuable addition to the work of chiropractors, massage therapists, nurses and others for whom the use of touch is essential and appropriate. Rolfing structural integration (Rolfing): A hands-on technique for deep tissue manipulation of the myofascial system, which is composed of the muscles

and the connective tissue, or fascia, in order to restore the body’s natural alignment and sense of integration. As the body is released from old patterns and postures, the range and freedom of physical and emotional expression increases. Rolfing can help ease pain and chronic stress, enhance neurological functioning, improve posture and restore flexibility. Spiritual healing/counseling: Practiced in two forms. In one, the healer uses thought or touch to align his or her spiritual essence with that of the client. The healer works to either balance the spiritual field or shift the perceptual base of the client to create harmony between mind and body and draw the client into the active presence of Divine Spirit. In the other, the healer transforms healing energy into a vibrational frequency that the client can receive and comfortably assimilate, reminding the person’s intuitive core of its inherent healing ability. Thermography (thermal imaging): A diagnostic technique that uses an infrared camera to measure temperature variations on the surface of the body, producing images that reveal sites of inflammation and abnormal tissue

growth. Inflammation is recognized as the earliest stage of nearly all major health challenges. Yoga: Practical application of the ancient Indian Vedic teachings. The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root yuj which means “union” or “to join,” and refers to the joining of man’s physical, mental and spiritual elements. The goal of good health is accomplished through a combination of techniques, including physical exercises called asanas (or postures), controlled breathing, relaxation, meditation and diet and nutrition. Although yoga is not meant to cure specific diseases or ailments directly, it has been found effective in treating many physical ailments. Please note: The contents of this Health & Wellness Glossary are for informational purposes only. The information is not intended to be used in place of a visit or consultation with a healthcare professional. Always seek out a practitioner who is licensed, certified or otherwise professionally qualified to conduct a selected treatment, as appropriate.

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ly a self-defense martial art descended from qigong and employed to promote inner peace and calm. Reﬂexology: A natural healing art based upon the principle that there are reflexes in the feet and hands that correspond to every part of the body. Correctly stimulating and applying pressure to the feet or hands increases circulation and promotes specifically designated bodily and muscular functions.

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New Year’s Power Vinyasa Yoga Class All Levels – 10:00-11:15am with Luca Richards. Happy New Year! Come celebrate and ring in the new year with your yoga community in a fun, sweaty yoga class. $20. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709

Pinecrest Gardens Fine Arts Festival - 10am5pm - Free - Come to one of Florida’s premiere juried art shows and enjoy an afternoon surrounded by spectacular visual arts in the most lush and luxurious setting, amongst the winding paths and exotic foliage in this magical botanical garden festival will include over 55 local and international artists, original art in 8 categories, live music, food and fun. Pinecrest Gardens, 11000 Red Road, 308-6696990

JANUARY 6 – 27 MELT Series with Melinda Atkins: Mondays 6:00-7:15 pm Rebalance your body and nervous system with MELT’s easy self-treatment techniques. 4 classes for $80 or $23/class for dropins. Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133. 1-305-441-9441

WEDNESDAY, January 8 Gravity got you down? Free educational seminar on working with gravity instead of against it. 6:00 - 7:00PM. Learn how you can restore your posture without having to think about it to increase energy and quality of life. Miami Spine & Posture Clinic - - 3850 Bird Road, Suite 402B, Coral Gables, FL 33146, RSVP: 305.448.2600

JANUARY 9 – 12 Wounded Warrior Soldier Ride Miami to Key West - is a unique four-day cycling opportunity for Wounded Warriors to use cycling and the bonds of service to overcome physical, mental, or emotional wounds. Starts in Miami, from Finnegan’s on the River 401 Sw 3rd Ave, Miami, and ends at Mallory Square Key West. Call 877-832-6997) or See website for details.

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SATURDAY, January 11 Free Lecture w/ Dr. Sonpal - Stress Management through Progressive Muscle Relaxation and Meditation - 3:00 p.m at South Miami Library, 6000 Sunset Drive. s 305-667-6121. All are welcome. Open House w/ Free Introductory Meditations in English & Spanish ~ 10am-3pm. Drop in at any time to see our new meditation space and meet the teachers. 11am-noon Introductory Meditation in English; 2-3pm Introductory Meditation in Spanish. Drolma Kadampa Buddhist Center Miami, 1273 Coral Way, Miami 33145; 786.529.7137

THURSDAY, January 16 Robotic Surgery for Gynecological Cancers 7-9 pm. With world leader and pioneer in robotic surgery, Dr. Ricardo Estape, M.D. FREE & open to the general public. Cancer Support Community, 8609 South Dixie Highway, Miami. Call to register, 305-668-5900.

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FEBRUARY 1 - 28 Holistic Health Month - Miami-Dade County Holistic Health Month is a month long event during February 2014 created to help raise awareness, affordability and access for holistic health services. Participating practitioners throughout Miami-Dade offer treatments to new customers for more than 50% off their regular prices. The month long initiative is also comprised of events and classes as well as fundraisers to help support the Holistic Health Fund’s work to make holistic health accessible to lower income families in South Florida. Visit our site and register to receive more than 50% Off Holistic Health services across Miami-Dade at participating locations. www.HolisticHealthMonth.org

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totaling $20,000, as well as the famed Student Artist Showcase. Lowe Art Museum at the University of Plants and People: An interactive Garden - Un- Miami in Coral Gables. 305-668-8499 earthing a world of experiences for people living with Alzheimer’s: Presented by Fairchild Tropi- Art Deco Weekend- includes lectures by leading cal Botanic Garden. Early to mid-stage patients and scholars, films highlighting the 1930’s, musical attheir caregivers will be treated to lunch and an ex- tractions, performances/activities for children, and clusive and interactive tram tour of Fairchild. The a parade. Ocean Drive will be lined with vendors of program is Free and begins at 11:30a at the Visitor’s antiques and collectibles from the Art Deco and midcentury eras. Along Ocean Drive, between Center. Programs runs through May. Registration is twentieth th th requested one week in advance of each date. RSVP 5 & 15 streets, Miami Beach. 305-672-2014. to 305.667.1651, ext. 3388. www.fairchildgarden. org/Events. Fairchild is located at 10901 Old Cutler MONDAY, January 20 Road Coral Gables. Plants and People Program for Children with Autism and Their Families - Experience the JANUARY 17-19 power of plants with the Plants and People ProMELT Workshops with Amba Greene: Experi- gram for Children with Autism and Their Families. ence MELT self-care techniques for your core, for Parents and their children will receive complimenyour lower body, and to help you prepare for medi- tary snacks, a butterfly guide and crayons along tation. Take one or more workshops. $50/workshop with a tour of the Garden. Beginning at the Visior $90 for two up to Jan. 10, $60 and $110 after Jan. tor Center at 10:00 a.m. with a tram tour starting 10. Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut at 10:30 a.m. Fairchild Tropical Gardens,10901 Grove, FL 33133. 1-305-441-9441. Old Cutler Road Coral Gables, FL 33156 • Phone: 305.667.1651

JANUARY 17 - 20

The Barnacle under Moonlight – Sweet Wednesday takes the stage for an evening as part of its Barnacle under Moonlight monthly concert series. Located at The Barnacle Historic State Park in Coconut Grove 3485 Main Highway. Gates open at 6pm-music from 7-9pm. $7 for adults- $3 for children ages 6 to 9 and children under 6 are free. Contact 305-442-6866 for more info.

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Miami International Art Fair- 12 noon – 10pm. Hosts galleries from around the world offering modern and contemporary art, photography and design. One day pass $15, Multi-day pass $20. Children under 12 years accompanied by an adult, free of charge. Intercontinental Hotel Dock 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, FL 33131 Contact 239-495-2024.

SATURDAY, January 18 Best Year Ever Yoga Workshop – 2:30pm-4:30pm with Kiersten Mooney. This workshop will give you the secret key to living your best life ever. Meditation, discussion, and a fun practice that will help you embody the secret to making this your best year ever! $40. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

JANUARY 20 – 23 Thai Massage Level 1 - 18 hour introduction to the ancient healing art of Thai Massage on the Mat, including sen lines, hatha yoga practice and meditation. $325. Educating Hands, 3883 Biscayne Blvd. Miami 33137 (305) 285 6991

THURSDAY, JANUARY 23 Innovations in Breast Cancer Treatment 7-9 pm. With Dr. Charles Vogel, M.D., leading oncologist using personalized approaches to cancer treatment. FREE & open to the general public. Cancer Support Community, 8609 South Dixie Highway, Miami. Call to register, 305-668-5900.

SUNDAY, February 2

Best Year Ever Yoga Workshop – 2:30pm-4:30pm with Kiersten Mooney. This workshop will give you the secret key to living your best life ever. Meditation, discussion, and a fun practice that will help you embody the secret to making this your best year ever! $40. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

ING Miami Marathon and Half Marathon6:15 am. 18,000 participants will enjoy the world’s greatest winter destination as Miami and Miami Beach welcome runners and walkers from all over the world. American Airlines Arena 601 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, Florida, 33132. Contact: US Road Sports of Florida 305-278-8668.

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MONDAY, February 3

Beaux Arts Festival - Free. This Festival of Art offers art for many budgets, live eclectic music and other free entertainment, children’s art experiences, and fabulous dining options. There will be cash awards

Free Low Back Pain Assessment Clinic - Join us with Dr. Ben Benjamin for this free assessment clinic on lower back pain. The course will be followed on Feb 4th by a 1-day effective assessment

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SATURDAY, February 22 Holistic Health Fund’s 3rd Annual Walkathon & Expo - 8:00 - 4:00 pm Tropical Park Stadium 7900 SW 40 Street (Bird Road), Miami Fl. 33155, Walking to Raise Awareness, Access and the Affordability of Holistic Health for low-income families in South Florida.

FRIDAY, February 28 Health Beyond Politics - from Obamacare to AboutMe Care - A Public Health Forum hosted by the Holistic Health Fund = 6:30pm - 8:30pm The forum will feature both Western and Easter Medicine physicians discussing the current healthcare system and how implementing natural approaches can give the power of healthcare back to the individual. Donation: $5, Mary Abreu Community Center (Inside Tropical Park) 7900 SW 40 Street (Bird Road), Miami Fl. 33155

of Key West. Complimentary Conch Tour Train transportation is provided to whisk you from house to house. Proceeds help benefit the Old Island Restoration Foundation. Contact (305) 294-9501.

SATURDAY, January 25 Coconut Bowling & Coconut Recipe Contest12noon-3pm. Try your best coconut bowling skills for prizes and prepare your best coconut recipe to be judged by our local chefs. The coconut man will be there to prepare machete coconuts for your refreshment and the palm man will be weaving your favorite hats. Entrance $10 per person to benefit Wesley House Family Services. Entrance fee Recipe Contest $20. Blue Heaven Restaurant 729 Thomas Street, Key West, 800-474-4319

January 25 - 26 Key West Craft Show - Free. Juried artisans and crafters display their talents at a popular show on lower Whitehead and Caroline Streets in historic Old Town. The show, which attracts buyers from locals, cruise boats and tourists, was rated by Sunshine Artists in the top 100 shows. Contact (305) 294-1243.

FEBRUARY 22 & 23 Workshop - Living In The Absence Of Fear - Embracing a Life of Peace and Freedom - Experience intensive, extensive time with The Mary Group, delving deep into understanding how fear moves through you and transforming your relationship to it. 7999 Overseas Highway, Marathon Fl Cost $250 10am -6pm Contact donna 305 4327877or themarygroup.com

THURSDAY, January 30 Taste of the Garden – One of South Florida’s most exciting culinary experiences returns to the Miami Beach Botanical Garden as 20 premier chefs and mixologists create a magical outdoor dining experience, including live entertainment. All proceeds benefit the Garden and environmental education programming. 6:30-9:30 p.m. 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach. 305-6737256 for tickets and info.

MARCH 12 - 14 Yoga Alliance Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training 1Adapt your yoga practice to pregnancy! This is module 1 of the Professional Yoga Alliance Prenatal Yoga training, in the context of classic Ayurveda. $400. Educating Hands, 3883 Biscayne Blvd. Miami 33137 (305) 285 6991

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Marathon Community Theater Presents “ Gordon Ross Cabaret’ - One of the Florida Keys’ most celebrated vocalists, Gordon Ross is bringing his latest cabaret show to the MCT stage for the first time. Enjoy fine melodies, jazz, blues, pop and contemporary music. Visit website for more information and tickets. Contact: 305-743-0994

SATURDAY, January 11 Annual No Name Race 5K Walk/Run- 8am. Proceeds support Domestic Abuse Shelter. Registration and packet pick up Fri. Jan. 13th 4-7pm at Big Pine Winn Dixie & Sat. Jan. 15th, 6:30 am on site. Big Pine Key Old Wooden Bridge Fish Camp. Contact 305-743-5452 for entry and registration information.

SATURDAY, January 18 The Annual Florida Keys Seafood Festival- Familyfriendly event featuring local seafood caught and prepared by Keys’ commercial fishermen and sold at reasonable prices. Live entertainment, marine-related arts & crafts, raffles, and kids’ activities.11 am- 8 pm at Bayview Park on Jose Marti Dr. & Truman Ave, Key West 33040. Contact (305) 872-9026.

JANUARY 17 – 18 Annual Key West Historic House & Garden Tours $25. Tour a series of elegant and unique private homes

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buddhist Meditation class w/ Prayers for world Peace ~ 10:30am-noon, $10. Drolma Kadampa Buddhist Center Miami, 1273 Coral Way, Miami 33145; 786.529.7137

MelT roller series: 5:30-6:45 pm - Reduce joint pain and muscle tension. 5 classes for $90 or $22/ class for drop-ins. Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133. 1-305-4419441.

introductory spiritual Program/Meditation – (first Sunday) 3:00-4:00 pm. – Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami, Room 3 7701 SW 76 Ave, 33143, Free. Power Vinyasa all levels – 10:30-12:00pm with Luca Richards, Certified Baptiste Teacher, RYT. $20 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

Meet the doctor. The Banyan Holistic Healthcare Center: Pinecrest location, FREE ORIENTATIONS. Insurance Accepted Call now, (305)663-5696. buddhist Meditation class ~ 7:30-9pm, $10. / With monk Gen Kelsang Norbu. Drolma Kadampa Buddhist Center Miami, 1273 Coral Way, Miami 33145; 786.529.7137

dharma Meetings – 2pm. Tibetan Buddhist Dharma Center 3239 West Trade Ave. Unit 10, Coconut Grove. FREE. 305-775-7541.

Power Yoga all levels – 6:30-7:30am with Nikki McGowan, RYT. $20 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

Family Fundays at Fairchild- 9:30am-5pm. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden 1st Sunday of the month 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables. 305-667-1651.

slow Flow restorative – 5:30-6:45pm with Megan Eastman, RYT. $20 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

Jazzercise® - $5. 10am. South Miami Community Center 5800 SW 66 St. Call Cathie 305-666-5457.

expressions Performing arts offering ballet 4Pointe - for Teens, $15 per class and class time 6-7:15pm, at the Miami Beach JCC 4221 Pine Tree Drive-786-512-8783

Miami center for spiritual living- 10:30am- Free. Non-denominational spiritual message. 2490 Coral Way, Miami, 786-206-6355. sunday services at soUl church – 11am at the SOUL Service at the Elks Lodge, 6304 SW 78th St in South Miami. Free pot-luck lunch. 305-221-6516. emei Qigong’s Moving Meditation - Free - 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. at A.D. Barnes Park, 3401 SW 72 Avenue, Miami FL. 305-335-7618

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. 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 ballroom dance w/lessons- $2 donation. 7-9:30pm. (lessons from 7:30-8) St. Mathew’s Episcopal Church, 7410 SW 72 St. For more info: 305-667-7715.

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tuesday Power Vinyasa all levels – 5:15-6:15pm with Cassie Kitcoff, RYT. $20 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709. babywearing Yoga at dante Fascell Park, 9:30am - 88th St and Red Rd., $10 intro special, 305-299-7826 Yoga For Mature bodies –$18/class or package. 10:30 AM. Better Health Care Center, 7520 Red Rd. South Miami. 305-788-0777 are you a VeT living with PTsd? If so, call Banyan Holistic Healthcare Center for help, Miami Lakes or Pinecrest location. Call now to schedule, (305) 663-5696. Yoga at earth ‘n Us Farm - : 6:15 p.m. $10. 7630 NE 1 Ave. Miami. Contact Leslie: 786-282-3000. laughter Yoga sessions - $5.00 each - 9:30-10:15 AM, North Shore Youth Center 501 72nd Street, Miami Beach 33141, 305-861-3616. Yoga for beginners – 7-9pm. $15. Acupuncture & Massage College, 10506 N. Kendall Dr. 305595-9500. Yoga and Qigong for seniors - 11am -12:30pm. Acupuncture & Massage College, 10506 N. Kendall Dr. 305-595-9500. $15.

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Yoga For Busy Professionals –$18/class or package. 6:30 PM. Better Health Care Center, 7520 Red Rd. South Miami. 305-788-0777

Meditation for overall well-being- 7:30- 9pm. 8150 SW 92 St, Miami. 786-556-7318. Donation.

Garden Hatha Yoga – with Terra-Nova, RYT in the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach. 12:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation. 305-673-7256 Farmer’s Market – Vendors selling fresh and local produce, herbs, cheeses, plants and pastries in the Miami Beach Botanical Garden (2000 Convention Center Drive) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free! 305-673-7256 Connected Warriors - Free Yoga Classes for Veterans and Families of Veterans - 3pm at Brickell Hot Yoga 301 SW 17th Road, 33129 305-856-1387 Free orientations for PTSD and pain relief with discount services for military or vets. The Banyan Holistic Please call 305-663-5696 to schedule 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. SUP Discount for Combat Veterans – All Combat Vets get 20% off Stand Up Paddling with Lubo, on Key Biscayne, 786-301-3557. Call to schedule an outing 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. Hatha Yoga – 6-7:30pm – Free - King David Foundation, 17971 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL Suite #117. Bennett - 305-949-0950. Free Acupuncture for Combat Veterans – 1-2pm, Acupuncture Center for Wellness, Inc., 16663 NE 19 Avenue, Suite 111, North Miami Beach, Fl. 33162, (305) 940-7763. Healing With Dance - South Miami Hospital for physical limitations from illness/surgery. No dance experience necessary. 9:30-10:30am. $5. 786-662-8106.

Yoga and Meditation Class-7-8:30pm. Free. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way. RSVP Lawrence 305-926-3578.

thursday Therapeutic Yoga – 11:00am-12:00pm with Luca Richards, Certified Baptiste Teacher, RYT. $20 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709. Power Yoga Basics – 5:45-7:00pm with Eben Oroz, RYT. $20 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709. Meet the Doctor. The Banyan Holistic Healthcare Center: Miami Lakes location, free orientations. Insurance accepted. Call now, (786) 888-1609. Postpartum Yoga at Key Biscayne, 10:15 - $20, 305-299-7826 Yoga For Mature Bodies – $18/class or package. 10:30 AM. Better Health Care Center, 7520 Red Rd. South Miami. 305-788-0777 Yoga with Drishti- 6:30pm at Biscayne Park Recreation Center, 11400 NE 9th Court. 305-335-7618. Laughter Yoga Sessions - $5.00 each - 9:30-10:15 AM, North Shore Youth Center 501 72nd Street, Miami Beach 33141, 305-861-3616 Overeaters Anonymous - Beginner Meeting - 7:30 pm Riviera Presbyterian Church 5275 Sunset Dr., Coral Gables, FL 33143 Hatha Yoga Class - 5:30 - 7:00pm at Sai Ayurvedic College, $15 -9000 SW 137 Ave, Suite 220, Miami 33186, 305-380-0652

friday Meet the Doctor. The Banyan Holistic Healthcare Center: Pinecrest location, Free orientations. Insurance accepted. Call now, (786)888-1609.

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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. Dharma Meetings – 8pm. Tibetan Buddhist Dharma Center 3239 West Trade Ave., Unit 10, Coconut Grove. FREE. 305-775-7541. 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.

saturday Metaphysical Bible Study & Meditation – 8–9am am Gables Optimal Health, 195 Giralda Ave, Coral Gables 305-567-1973 By donation Power Vinyasa All Levels – 12:00-1:00pm with Wendy Mastin, RYT. $20 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709. 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. Open House/Exhibitions – 2nd Sat. Meet ArtSouth studio artists & staff. Free. Refreshments. 240 North Krome Ave. 305-247-9406. Miami Art Museum - 1pm. Free. 2nd Sat. 101 West Flagler St. 305-375-3000. Yoga-Style* Exercise, Prenatal - South Miami Hospital. 10:45 am-12:15 p.m. and 5:30-7pm. $10. 786-662-8106.

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cardio-sculpting class 8:30-9:20am. Pirate Wellness Center, MM21.4 Cudjoe Key. 1-305-744-3348

Family swim YMca. 2-4pm. $3 Adults, $2 Kids. FKCC swimming pool. 1-305-295-9622.

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

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.

Yoga/Meditation – 8am. $7 Key Largo Community Park, MM 100 ocean side. 1-305-853-1003.

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.

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water wellness Program - 8am. $5. Yoga, Pilates and Meditation. MM 92 Oceanside. 1-305-3931162.

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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. Meditation- Free. 7pm. Unity Church, 9591 Overseas Highway, Marathon. Tai chi – 7pm. $15. Coffee Mill Dance and Yoga Studio, 916 Pohalski St, Key West, 1-305-296-9982; 1-305-735-3519. water wellness Program- 8am. $5. Yoga, Pilates and Meditation. MM 92 Oceanside. 1-305-393-1162.

belly dancing class - $10. 7:30pm. All levels welcome. Tai chi for inner harmony - 9:30-11am on Sugarloaf Key. Call Lydia at 1-305-745-2811.

friday salsa dance lessons- 7:30-9pm. Paradise Health & Fitness. 1796 N.Roosevelt Blvd. 1-305-296-6348.

saturday Family hour- Special programs for children of all ages. Free. 1pm. Key West Library, 700 Fleming St, Key West. 1-305-292-3595. story hour - ages 5 years & up. 10:30-11:30am. Games & stories. Marathon Library, 3251 Overseas Hwy. 1-305-743-5156. Key west wPa walking Tour – Old Town Key West. 10am. $20. 1-305-296-3573.

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