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contents 7 newsbriefs

12 healthbriefs 14 globalbriefs

by Melinda Hemmelgarn

24 POWERHOUSE HERBS

18 business

26 FOOD REVOLUTION

spotlight

26 greenliving 28 healthykids 30 fitbody 32 naturalpet 34 wisewords 36 consciouseating

20 FRESH FOOD TRENDS

17 ecotip

24 healingways

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

42 inspiration 55 bookreview 56 calendar 57 classifieds 62 resourceguide

by Kathleen Barnes

IN A TANK

by Avery Mack

28 ACTION PLAN

FOR PARENTS

by Pamela Bond

30 TWEET THOSE

FITNESS GOALS

by Tamara Grand

32 DOG SCOUTS OF AMERICA by Sandra Murphy

34 FROM “WHY ME?”

TO “THANK YOU!”

by Linda Sechrist

36 GLUTEN-FREE ON THE GO

by Judith Fertig

42 GARDENING AS

SPIRITUAL PRACTICE by April Thompson

44 WARRIOR POSE 45 GROCERY STORE MINDFULNESS

by Helene Segura, MA, Ed, CPO®

46 WHEN THE STUDENT

IS READY, THE TEACHER SHOWS UP A patients journey, with Dr. Helene B. Leonetti, MD

52 STEWARDSHIP:

REMOVING OUR VEIL By David Davis

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publisher’sletter Gardening With Soul

y phone dings and there they are…beautiful pictures of peppers, string beans and other delicious looking veggies. They are from Susan McCann’s garden, our magazine layout artist. Who in an effort to provide her family with healthier choices, has learned not only to plant but create the most beautiful, delicious, and bountiful year-round vegetable garden I’ve ever seen. On her own, she learned about interplanting, how to raise her own beds, built up her own fertile deep layer soil, and doing so organically by using herbs and other natural remedies to ward off insects and diseases. In this our March issue –Food and Gardening– I’m hoping that like Susan, we can all be inspired to begin our own gardening adventure through the many articles and editorials presented. My favorite is Gardening as a Spiritual Practice, (Inspiration Column, pg. 42), an inspirational story of how to spiritually connect with your garden. Quoting a few great authors, it explains how to become better stewards to our souls and our planet, “which is part of the work we are all called to do.” And to get you started our HealingWays column (pg. 24), introduces you to Powerhouse Herbs, four vital herbs that you can easily grow at home and whose health benefits are immeasurable. These and much more pack our March issue in our continued effort to support your health path. And to celebrate how South Floridians love their fresh gardens, I invite you to share your gardening stories and pictures with me for a chance to be featured in an upcoming issue. Don’t hesitate, send those stories to publisher@namiami.com, Subject line: my veggie garden Wishing you all a “green thumb,” publisher@namiami.com

In Memoriam

The pearly gates were opened. A gentle voice said, “Come.” And with farewells unspoken, he gently entered home. Nothing can ever take away the love a heart holds dear. Fond memories linger every day. Remembrance keeps him near. Steven McCann was a Taoist, father and husband, married to our friend and layout manager Susan McCann. Although I only met him twice, once while the family visited my home and the other at a Jacksonville neighborhood restaurant on my way north, he made quite an impression. Before we met, we had only spoken on the phone on and off, trading jokes or sharing recipes for his favorite dishes. Meeting him wasn’t any different. He was warm, welcoming and funny. I had no idea what brining was about. And even though I’m not a meat eater, Steven insisted that his pork recipe was going to knock my socks off. While driving down for a visit with his family, he gave me a shopping list and instruction on what to do. “It takes hours to brine,” he explained, “so you have to do this now so it will be ready for tomorrow’s BBQ lunch.” From getting a cooler (since the meat was too big to fit in any of my pots), to mixing the brine, I was immerse in a process so foreign to me, but which not surprisingly, he made fun and I laughed my head off. This is who he was! It’s not often you meet someone that can instantly make you laugh and one feels comfortable with. I was privileged to have met him on my own journey and therefore I send him many blessings on his. Those that shared his professional side would say that he more than succeeded-he rocketed. And those who shared his heart will always remember and love him. May your journey give you peace! We miss you! I dedicate this issue -Food and Garden- to my friends Steven and Susan. Steven loved to cook and Susan plants and tends to her very own backyard vegetable garden with her daughter Sierra. 6

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newsbriefs Save the Date!

outh Florida! Take out your sneakers and get ready for the 26th Annual AIDS Walk Miami, scheduled for Sunday, April 27th with registration and opening ceremonies beginning at 8am at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Then join the thousands of families, your friends and co-workers for a 5K walk-a-thon fundraiser beginning at 9am from the Miami Beach Convention Center, following a scenic route through the commercial heart of Miami Beach, along the ocean, down Lincoln Road and ending at the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens for a memorable post-walk celebration. The fundraiser also benefits Food For Life Network Food Bank providing meals and groceries, as well as nutritional counseling and education, to eliminate malnutrition and starvation in children and adults living with HIV/AIDS. In addition, this annual fundraiser serves as a vital vehicle to raise awareness and funds to combat the effect HIV/AIDS continues to have on the South Florida region. Join the Walk today and help change the course of HIV/AIDS in your community. It is only through this continued act of support and generosity that Care Resources is able to continue their mission and bring an end to this terrible pandemic. Register online at www.aidswalkmiami.org and begin your efforts to help those who truly need our support. For more information call 305-751-WALK(9255) or email at info@aidswalkmiami.org

New Exhibit at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center

hrough March 26, 2014, the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is hosting an art exhibit by the Tropical Botanic Artists. This new exciting exhibit will feature water color portraits of plants discovered by botanists in the 19th and 20th centuries in the South Florida tropical wetlands now known as the Florida Everglades. Plants featured in this exhibit were given common and scientific names that reflect the identities of the intrepid explorers who braved the biting insects, large reptiles, and poisonous plants that made this unique ecosystem one of the country’s last frontiers of botanical exploration. Co-curated by artist Kathleen Konicek-Moran and Everglades botanist Jimi Sadle, the special exhibition also includes graphite drawings of recently-discovered lichens and informational panels about botanical exploration, how plants are named, and how plants are still areused by the wetland’s native peoples. Key West Tropical Botanic Artists is a collective of local watercolorists established in 2006 in Miami, Florida, to pursue the beauty of tropical plants through art. For more information, visit www.tropicalbotanicartists.com, contact Kathleen Konicek-Moran at konmor@comcast.net, or Susan Cumins at 305 447-1400 or scumins@bellsouth. net The Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is located at 35 E. Quay Road in Key West. Open Tuesday–Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., admission to the Center and art exhibit is free. For more information on the Eco-Discovery Center visit http://floridakeys. noaa.gov/eco_discovery.html.

A New Healing Program

e all understand there’s an essential difference between curing symptoms and true healing. If you have a headache, you take a pill, if you have chronic financial or relationship issues, you change some aspects of your life to try and fix these. But does either of these remedies truly help you see the true patterns you are creating which manifest these symptoms? CitiZEN Yoga has developed a comprehensive program for True Healing and Conscious Everyday Living that includes a powerful initial energy healing session to clear and harmonize the five bodies: physical, mental, emotional, energetic, and spiritual. Its intent is to clear out accumulated “debris” and return the individual to the threshold of the path their soul intended for this life. An optional six class program provides tools for continuing conscious creation in their life. “I’m honored to offer this true healing approach, which is a divine gift and blessing on which a price cannot be set,” Vic, the founder of CitiZEN Yoga and an experienced shaman and energy healer, shares. “So, we are applying a “heart economy” concept during March and April to the initial session, allowing you to give what your heart feels is the value of the healing you receive.” CitiZEN Yoga is located at 1040 Biscayne Blvd. in Miami. For more information, call 305-588-3521, visit www.citizenyoga.com, or contact Vic at vic@citizenyoga.com. See ad, page 63.

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newsbriefs 3rd Annual Greater Kendall Health and Wellness Expo

ith something for every member of the family, join your neighbors, sponsors and exhibitors at the 3rd Annual Greater Kendall Health and Wellness Expo on Saturday, April 5th from 9:30 AM until 2:00 PM. West Kendall Baptist Hospital, their title sponsor, will provide various free screenings while other exhibitors which include chiropractors, massage therapist and educational providers, will show you the way to a healthier lifestyle. Food vendors and sampling displays will also be at hand. The expo is hosted by Lexus of West Kendall located at 13750 S.W. 136 Street in Miami (next to Tamiami Airport), and will be held at their beautiful Showroom. It’s not too late to become an EXHIBITOR! Call the Greater Kendall Business Association to become a sponsor or exhibitor. Contact Maggie or Pat at 305-386-4030, email office@greaterkendall.com, or visit www.greaterkendall.com for registration or more information. See ad, page 64.

Annual Spring Fling Carnival and Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza

pring is in the air, and Miami Dade College’s (MDC) Kendall Campus is celebrating with its 2014 Annual Spring Fling Carnival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, March 1st. The community is invited to enjoy the fun-filled festivities, bursting with children’s activities, food vendors, clowns, rides, inflatables, slides, the new Go Gator roller coaster, and a field of 6,000 colored eggs! The carnival will feature costumed characters, an arts and crafts tent, science tent, reading corner, and a main stage with children’s dance performances, kids’ fitness classes, and local school bands. The egg hunt features two sessions for various age groups: ages 5 and younger at 10:30 a.m. and ages 6 - 11 at 11:15 a.m. There will also be an appearance by the Miami Heat dancers.

Spring Fling will be held on the Campus’ track field. Admission is $1 per person. Proceeds benefit the MDC Kendall Student United Way campaign. MDC Kendall Campus - Track Field is located at 11011 S.W. 104 Street. For more information contact MDC Student Life at 305-237-2321 or visit www.mdc.edu. 8

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Key Biscayne Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Signature Art Festival

ey Biscayne’s signature art event returns March 15th and 16th, for two full days of art, live music, children’s art activities, and a free giveaway in honor of its 50th anniversary. “We are thrilled to reach this milestone,” says festival promoter Howard Alan. “We have been bringing the best and brightest artists to Key Biscayne for several decades, making sure the show offers a wide range of unique handmade artwork; I believe that is the key to our success and the show’s longevity.” Festival patrons will also have the opportunity to explore the original artwork of 150 of the finest artists in the country and sample dishes from the international food court. The free Art Giveaway will feature a 24” x 24” Tony Mendoza proof Gicleé reproduction on canvas of his original painting “Coffee Tree”. It is valued at $500.00 and will be on display at Mendoza’s booth. The fair will take place at the Village Green Park on Crandon Boulevard located at 400 Crandon Boulevard in Key Biscayne. Show hours are 10 am to 5 pm and admission is free and open to the public. For more information, directions or exhibit details visit artfestival.com.

Co-Create an Abundant Future!

ermaculture Miami presents an organic rich educational retreat at the 80 acre Kashi Ashram on the Sebastian River, Sebastian Florida. Take a 12 day get away to Sustainable Kashi Ashram and learn to create the life of your dreams with an internationally accredited permaculture design course. “Permaculture is an applied ecological design science mimicking the laws of nature to create a harmonious living with the world around us,” explains Marcus Thomson, founder of Permaculture Miami. “It is our task to move from separation and scarcity, to integration and abundance!” The course will cover integrative practices that create sustainability such as the principals of design, natural building, food forestry, vermiculture, rainwater and greywater harvesting and much more. Organic vegetarian meals, camping (rooms options available upon request) and optional daily yoga and meditation included. All Participants will receive an internationally-recognized Permaculture Design Certificate. Become empowered to make a difference in your life, friends and family and the future generations of our world! Join teachers Marcus and Richard G. Powell (Orlando Permaculture) in this life changing course as they guide each participant to a renewed vision for life. MENTION THIS NEWS BRIEF AND RECEIVE A $150 DISCOUNT. Kashi Ashram is located 2 hours north at 11155 Roseland Road, Sebastian, FL 32958. For more information contact Déva at 954-856-3775, or visit www. permaculturemiami.com. See ad, page 40.

Costa Rica Yoga-Nature Adventures

o you remember the last time you were in deep nature or your deepest yoga session? A new boutique travel service, yogaecoadventure.com, specializes in combining breathtaking yoga and nature with eco-adventures for the most incredible retreat found the world over. On May 22nd through the 27th, begin your adventure with an amazing river raft ride deep into the Rainforest to the Pacuare Lodge. Then enjoy daily yoga, meditation, workshops, gourmet meals, and interactive eco-excursions like the canopy adventure tour, waterfall hikes, plant a tree expedition, and Cabecar Indian hike. Hosting 25 eco-friendly elegant suites, Pacuare Lodge is nestled between a pristine wilderness reserve and the Pacuare River. Miami Kundalini Yoga Teacher Sadhu joins Yogaecoadventure.com to provide both customize yoga focus retreats and nature excursions to maximize your transformation and inspiration. “Consciously working on our spirit in deep nature improves and changes our life like nothing else can”, says Sadhu, “I’m so excited for this adventure!” Sadhu has almost 20 years experience teaching Kundalini Yoga, Meditation, Better Breathing and Heart-Centered Living. He has been featured in a PBS Special about Spiritual Pilgrimage to India and interviewed twice for FOX TV’s Healthwatch. Sadhu has traveled and studied extensively around the world including multiple trips to India, Thailand and Tibet. He has been teaching publicly and privately in Miami and Miami Beach for the past 10 years. Join their roll out yoga/eco adventure in the pristine rainforests of Costa Rica this May. For more information call (786) 942 6834 or visit www.yogaecoadventure. com to booking information and form. See ad, page 25.

Keys WoofStock, a Day of Peace, Paws and Music

t’s back! On March 22nd join thousands at the Fifth Annual WOOFSTOCK! A musical mutt mingle day filled with fun, music, great local food and lots of opportunities to meet/adopt a new four legged friend. “The day is about the adoption and includes educational seminars, a doggy lure course and dock divers,” explains Stephanie Clark, MarrVelous Pet Rescues & Adoptions event organizer. “Last year the event hosted almost 5,000 people and over 2,000 dogs. This year we expect our event to be even larger.” Other local and breed specific rescue groups as well as shelters from South Florida and beyond also participate. Their ultimate goal is to educate the public that pet adoption is incredibly rewarding and if an individual wants to adopt a mixed breed or a specific breed pet, a rescue organization has the perfect companion for them. “Whether it’s a dog from MarrVelous Pet Rescues & Adoptions or from another of the many rescue group who participates, we celebrate every adoption as a life saved, which is the true spirit of Woofstock,” shares Stephanie Clark, another of the event organizers. Woofstock is held at the beautiful Founders Park (MM 86.5 Bayside) in Islamorada. Their mission is to promote adoption, education and health for our furry friends who are too often neglected and forgotten. Admission to the event is free. Vendors, sponsors and volunteers needed. For information contact Stephanie Clark or Patricia Hann at 305-453-1315 or email them at stephanie@marrvelouspetrescues. org, patricia@marrvelouspetrescues. org, or visit www.keyswoofstock.com, MarrVelous Pet, Rescues & Adoptions, 99900 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037.

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newsbriefs Intuitive Arts Fair on Big Pine Key

he Intuitive Arts Co-Op of the Lower Keys, a local group of intuitive readers, body therapists, artists and vendors, presents an Intuitive Arts and Psychic Fair for the whole family. The fair features intuitive insights and workshops offered by experienced practitioners and vendors; Tarot, life path readings, channeling, numerology, shamanic healing, jewelry, metaphysical gifts, crystals, and more will be available. You can participate in a drumming workshop, learn about dowsing rods and the art of healing, or listen to harp music while enjoying delicious homemade soups, sandwiches and healthy smoothies in a tropical backyard garden. “The Intuitive Arts Fair welcomes in the Spring Equinox and is an annual event for the community,” explains Rev. Marney Brown, one of the fair’s organizers and owner of Good Food Conspiracy. “Through this 4th annual event we hope everyone will replenish their body, mind and spirit and step into spring with new insights, inspirations and intentions.” The fair will take place on Saturday, March 15th, 10am-5pm, and Sunday, March 16th, 11am-5pm at Good Food Conspiracy Health Food Store located on mile marker 30.2 Oceanside (30150 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043). Admission is FREE. For more information call Rev. Marney Brown, 305- 872-9119 or Debra Kupchok at 305- 872-4750.

A Revolutionary Diet and Fitness Program Geared to Educate and Liberate

s the year continues countless are still battling with those wanted pounds gained during the holiday season. Re-examining what’s not working, many are looking to Miami Slender. Miami Slender is the creation of Irene Faith Nichols and Michele Gust, two knowledgeable, holistic, health and fitness professionals. The pair has partnered to present a unique interactive program that will transform your body, mind, and life by “retraining your brain” to actively engage and support your weight loss goals. Irene Nichols, a Coral Gables-based Metaphysician, brings 40 years of expertise in diet and nutrition. As a Certified Holistic Practitioner and Master Life Coach, her Miami Slender program includes nutritional counseling, group life coaching, guided imagery and revisioning, and holistic hypnosis. “Our goal is to join the conscious mind with the sub-conscious to achieve permanent results,” Nichols explains. She also combines her 26-year study and practice of Law of Attraction into her life coaching talks. Michele Gust, a South Miami-based Physical Therapist for more than 17 years, is the owner of South Miami Physical Therapy & Pilates, where the Pilates portion of the program takes place. “Miami Slender is unique because it ends self-sabotage and the repetitive cycle of ‘failing,” says Gust. “We teach people how to change their thoughts about food and their lifestyle, which is the first step to permanent changes.”Offering as many as six classes a week, participants are ensured maximum body sculpting and fitness in a supervised setting to achieve optimal results. Programs are ongoing and everyone is welcomed. For more information call 305661-1612. Miami Slender is located at 7800 Red Road, Suite 201, in South Miami. 10

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United HomeCare Celebrates Groundbreaking

nited HomeCare® (UHC), a leading non-profit home health and community care organization, celebrated their groundbreaking on its new facility –The Residences of United HomeCare–this past January 24. Their aim is to provide affordable and independent senior living in Miami. Featuring 122 spacious studios and one-bedroom private units, the fourstory, 50,000-square-foot facility and grounds will be located on 2.6 acres of land neighboring the new West Kendall Baptist Hospital at SW 158 Avenue and SW 96 Street. The facility will be part of the planned Kendall Town Center complex. Completion of the senior community is slated for the fall of this year. “With our 40-year proven record of caring, UHC is ready to build a place where our elderly can feel great, enjoying an upscale living environment and having access to the highest quality of care in a community setting,” said Jose Fox, president and CEO of United HomeCare. “Our goal is to transform senior living by offering our elderly, including those with moderate and insufficient means, accessibility to a quality residence. Our approach will further our mission for pioneering advances in personalized, quality care to support independent living.” United HomeCareR is a private 501(C) (3) non-profit home health and community care organization with a 40-year history. United HomeCareR is a trusted industry leader known for pioneering advances in home care programs, disease management services, and educational support programs to help families care for elderly and disabled relatives in homes or other community settings. For more information call (305) 716-0710 or visit www. unitedhomecare.com.

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Chemicals DIY Projects Keep Seniors Moving Harm Pets, Too

he British Journal of Sports Medicine reports that a generally active daily life that includes do-it-yourself activities and projects like gardening and car maintenance can cut the risks of heart attacks and strokes by as much as 30 percent and prolong life among adults 60 and over. These routine activities may be as beneficial as exercising for older adults because they decrease total sedentary time, the researchers say. Scientists in Stockholm, Sweden, tracked more than 4,000 men and women for an average of 12.5 years, starting at age 60. At the start of the study, regardless of exercise habits, high levels of other physical activity were associated with smaller waists and lower levels of potentially harmful blood fats in both sexes, and lower levels of glucose, insulin and clotting factor levels in men. Those with higher levels of other physical activity were also significantly less likely to experience metabolic syndrome, a first cardiovascular disease event, and early mortality from any cause. The same was true for individuals that undertook high levels of formal exercise, even if it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t routine. Participants that both exercised regularly and were often physically active in their daily life had the lowest risk profile of all.

Coconut Oil Manages Cholesterol, Shrinks Waistlines

educed physical activity and increased consumption of carbohydrates and saturated fats fuel increased rates of obesity, cardiovascular disease and insulin resistance, plus abnormal lipid content in the blood. Although coconut oil is a saturated fat, its chemical composition appears to prevent it from generating negative effects on lipid profiles, according to a growing body of research. In an earlier study published in Lipids, women that exhibited abdominal obesity consumed supplements of either coconut oil or soybean oil. Throughout the 12-week trial, both groups followed the same weight-loss diet. At the end, the coconut oil group presented a higher level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or protective cholesterol, and smaller waistlines, while the soybean oil group showed lower HDL levels and an increase in total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) plus a less desirable LDL-to-HDL ratio. In a later study published in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, consumption of coconut oil was again associated with a beneficial lipid profile in pre-menopausal women. Researchers that conducted a concurrent pilot study with male and female subjects found that men also experienced shrinking waistlines when supplementing with coconut oil. They explain that coconut oil contains mainly medium-chain fatty acids, which rapidly convert into energy, thereby circumventing the cycle that makes cholesterol and stores fat (Pharmacology).

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he nationwide health epidemic of chronic diseases afflicting the human population is also showing up among companion animals. According to a report by the Environmental Working Group, pets, like a canary in a coal mine, may be the environmental sentinels that are now signaling a clear connection between disease and manmade chemicals. In a study that analyzed blood samples of dogs and cats, 48 of 70 industrial chemicals and pollutants were traced, many recording levels that were substantially higher than previously reported in national studies of humans. Dogs displayed double the concentration of perfluorochemicals (used in stain-proof and grease-proof coatings); cats evidenced 23 times the concentration of polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE) fire retardants and 5.4 times the amount of mercury. PBDE levels in hyperthyroid cats have been linked to eating canned cat food and to the increased use of PBDEs in consumer products during the past 30 years. In humans, high levels of flameretardant chemicals are implicated in endocrine disruption, Type 2 diabetes and thyroid disease. Suggestions for minimizing exposure include avoiding chemicalladen household cleaners, furnishings and carpet; drinking carbon-filtered water; steering clear of food and beverage containers made from or lined with plastic (including cans); and eating organic produce and free-range meat.

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Legumes Improve Blood Sugar, Blood Pressure

cup of beans a day may keep the doctor away. In a randomized trial published in the Archives of Internal Medicine of 121 participants diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, daily consumption of approximately one cup of legumes (peas and beans) was found to improve glycemic control and reduce systolic blood pressure and heart rate, thereby reducing participants’ calculated risk score for coronary heart disease (CHD). Body weight, waist circumference and fasting blood glucose and triglyceride levels also decreased on the legume diet. Legumes appear to make dietary carbohydrates digest more slowly and with a lower glycemic index, which has been associated with reduced hypertension and fewer CHD events in pre-diabetic individuals.

Vitamin E Hope for Cancer Care

lusive anti-cancer elements of vitamin E, natural tocopherols, have been identified by researchers at Ohio State University as being able to deactivate an enzyme essential for cancer cell survival. Although both alpha and gamma forms of natural tocopherols worked, the gamma was the most potent in shutting down the troublesome enzyme. Through manipulating the structure of the gamma molecule, the scientists were able to create an agent 20 times more effective than the original vitamin. In mice, this agent reduced the size of prostate cancer tumors. Over-the-counter vitamin E supplements are limited because many use synthetic forms that do not contain the natural gamma tocopherols. The study’s authors, led by Ching-Shih Chen, Ph.D., note that the human body cannot absorb the high dosages of natural vitamin E required to achieve the anti-cancer effect; their goal is to develop a safe pill that could be taken daily for cancer prevention.

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wo superfoods show promise for protecting people from radiation damage—cruciferous vegetables and miso, a food paste made from fermented soybeans. Scientists have identified a specific chemical byproduct, 3,3’diindolylmethane (DIM), derived from the digestion of cruciferous vegetables and especially concentrated in broccoli, that is responsible for the defensive effect. The source of miso’s beneficial properties needs further investigation, but appears to stem from the fermentation process. Research led by Gary Firestone, Ph.D., of the University of California-Berkley, and physician Eliot Rosen, Ph.D., of Georgetown University, in Washington, D.C., concluded that administering supplemental DIM before or immediately following lethal levels of radiation exposure protected rats from immediate death. If clinical trials with humans are successful, the compound could be used to minimize acute radiation sickness. A comprehensive research review published in the Journal of Toxicologic Pathology lends credence to miso’s shielding power. Mice that ate miso a week before irradiation appeared to be protected from radiation injury. natural awakenings

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We don’t have to live in a rural area or even the suburbs to be a farmer these days. According to the Trust for Public Land, the 10 best cities for homegrown veggies from urban gardens are Seattle, Washington (a P-Patch program provides 68 gardens for residents throughout the city); Portland, Oregon (its Produce for People program donates fresh produce to local hunger agencies); Long Beach, California (growing anything from sugar cane and lemongrass to sunflowers and tomatoes); St. Paul, Minnesota (17 community gardens—half run by nonprofits and half open to rent); Honolulu, Hawaii (1,254 plots for public use); San Jose, California (19 community gardens on 35 acres); Baltimore, Maryland (community gardens cover 11 acres throughout the city); Washington, D.C. (a Master Peace Farm program tends area gardens and mentors budding veggie growers at an adjoining middle school); Anchorage, Alaska (a city goal is enabling residents to work together in harmony); and Louisville, Kentucky (Brightside’s community garden program, established 19 years ago, currently manages 10 of Louisville’s 16 gardens). These gardens not only extol the virtues of fresh, local and often organic foods, they also bring communities together. Some produce food for those in need, others have youth programs and some have even been credited with reducing local crime rates. Many community gardens accept new members in the fall; visit acga.LocalHarvest.org to find one nearby and reserve a space. Source: TheDailyGreen.com

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Creative Paths for Local Food Sourcing Entrepreneurs are creating novel ways to circumvent the commercial food system that ships food, in or out of season, for hundreds or thousands of miles at the cost of quality and too often, accountability. Re:farm Denver, in Colorado, for example, supplies families with everything they need for backyard gardens, from irrigation systems to seeds. In 2013, 200 families participated. Cottage food laws allow artisans to sell breads, jams, candy and other foods made in home kitchens. While specific restrictions vary, 42 states have some type of cottage law. Beth-Ann Betz, who bakes sweets in her New Hampshire kitchen, says, “It gives me the option to be independent and self-employed at 66.” At the Community Thanksgiving Potluck, in Laguna Beach, California, dinner is shared, not served. For 25 years, those with homes and without, single people, families, city council members and the jobless have gathered to share food and community for the holiday. “It’s a wonderful chaos,” says Dawn Price, executive director of the nonprofit Friendship Shelter. At Bottles Liquor, in West Oakland, California, a banner reads “Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Available Here.” Bottles is a member of the Healthy Neighborhood Store Alliance, an effort of the nonprofit Mandela Marketplace to bring pesticidefree produce to corner stores throughout the neighborhood. Source: Yes magazine www.namiami.com

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FDA Wakens to Local Needs Small farms, farmers’ markets, local food processors and community food banks have been given a reprieve, because on December 19, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) decided to take a second look at proposed new laws that would have put many of them out of business. The new rules, proposed under the Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA), came under fire from consumers, farmers and others with voices that were heard. The FDA said its “thinking has evolved,” and “…significant changes will be needed in key provisions of the two proposed rules affecting small and large farmers. These provisions include water quality standards and testing, standards for using raw manure and compost, certain provisions affecting mixed-use facilities and procedures for withdrawing the qualified exemption for certain farms.” Source: TheDailyGreen.com

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City Voters Reject Fluoridation Again Portland, Oregon, residents have rejected a plan to fluoridate city water for the fourth time since 1956, making it the largest city (pop. 900,000) in the United States without fluoride in its water supply. In the 1950s, cities throughout the U.S. championed water fluoridation as a way of fighting tooth decay, but the effort backfired when a condition called fluorosis emerged, which ironically is characterized by tooth enamel discoloration and erosion. Anti-fluoride forces say that water treatment is not the key to better dental health for children. Fluoride Action Network Executive Director Paul Connett, Ph.D., has a better idea. “We urge the legalization of dental therapists in Oregon who will treat the low-income children dentists refuse to treat.” natural awakenings

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International Pact Could Lower Food Protections The Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) is the largest global trade pact to be negotiated since the inception of the World Trade Organization. Many details remain a mystery and negotiations are being conducted in secret. Leaked drafts of its provisions indicate that the TPP would give multinational corporations the power to sue countries, states, counties or cities in order to negate laws specifically designed to protect citizens, such as bans on growing genetically modified organisms (GMO). Corporations would be allowed to resolve trade disputes in special international tribunals, effectively wiping out hundreds of domestic and international food sovereignty laws. The TPP would require countries to accept food that meets only the lowest safety standards of the collective participants. If enacted, consumers could soon be eating imported seafood, beef or chicken products that don’t meet basic U.S. food safety standards, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration would be powerless to stop imports of such unsafe foods or ingredients. Plus, the labeling of products as fair trade, organic, country-of-origin, animal welfare-approved or GMO-free could be challenged as barriers to trade. Opposition has grown, thanks to petitions by members of the Organic Consumers Association and other groups. More than 400 organizations, representing 15 million Americans, have petitioned Congress to do away with accelerated acceptance of the measure without full debate. For more information, visit OrganicConsumers.org and search TPP.

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Illegal Hunting Continues to Decimate Species Whales are still being killed, despite an international ban on commercial whaling. According to Greenpeace, many whale species are down to around 1 percent of their estimated former abundance before the days of commercial whaling. Fourteen whaling nations came together in 1946 to form the International Whaling Commission (IWC) to manage whale stocks and recommend hunting limits where appropriate, but the continuing decline of populations forced the IWC to call for an outright ban on all commercial whaling in 1986. Yet Japan, Norway and Iceland continue to defy the ban, each harvesting hundreds of whales every year. Several green groups, including the Natural Resources Development Council (NRDC), recently petitioned the U.S. government to take action against Iceland under the Pelly Amendment to the Fisherman’s Protective Act. “The Amendment allows the president to impose trade sanctions against a country that is ‘diminishing the effectiveness’ of a conservation agreement—in Iceland’s case, the whaling moratorium and another international treaty that prohibits trade in endangered species,” writes the NRDC. The petition names several Icelandic firms—including major seafood companies with ties to the country’s whaling industry—as potential targets for trade sanctions. To learn more, visit iwcoffice.org, Greenpeace.org and nrdc.org.

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Food experts have listed local, regional and sustainable foods among the top food trends for 2014. Consumers’ heightened environmental awareness and their love for fresh flavors are responsible.

here’s even a new term, “hyperlocal”, to describe produce harvested fresh from onsite gardens at restaurants, schools, supermarkets and hospitals—all designed for sourcing tasty, nutrient-rich foods minus the fuelguzzling transportation costs. Adding emphasis to the need to preserve vital local food sources, the United Nations has designated 2014 as the International Year of Family Farming. Here are four thriving food trends resulting from shifts in Americans’ thinking and our growing love for all things local.

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Kefir, kimchi, kombucha and sauerkraut all owe their unique flavors to fermentation. Sandor Katz, author of The Art of Fermentation: An In-Depth Exploration of Essential Concepts and Processes From Around the World, is a self-described “fermentation revivalist”. He explains how microorganisms, such as lactic acid bacteria that are universally present on raw vegetables and in milk, transform fresh food into preserved sustenance. Katz recalls how his boyhood love for sour pickles grew to an “obsession with all things fermented.” An abundant garden crop of cabbage left him wondering, “What are we going to do with all that cabbage?” The answer came naturally: “Let’s make sauerkraut.” Subsequently, Katz has become an international expert on the art and science of fermentation from wine to brine and beyond, collecting recipes and wisdom from past generations (WildFermentation. com). He observes, “Every single culture enjoys fermented foods.” Increasing respect and reverence for fermented foods and related communities of beneficial microorganisms is a new frontier in nutrition and medical sciences. For example, several researchers at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics annual meeting last fall in Houston, Texas, described the connections between the trillions of bacteria living in the human gut, known as the “microbiota”, and mental and physical health. Kelly Tappenden, Ph.D., a professor of nutrition and gastrointestinal physiology with the

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How might eating with the “creation” in mind influence food and agriculture trends? Barbara Ross, director of social services for Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri, believes, “People’s common denominator is that we are all part of and integral to the creation.” She considers how “Food, agriculture, environment and economy are bound together in a way that requires we think, plan and act for the dignity of each person and the common good of the human family.” Ross explains that the choices we make in these vital areas affect the richness of our soils, the purity of our air and water and the health of all living things.

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erbs, respected for their healing properties for millennia, have been widely used by traditional healers with great success. Now clinical science supports their medicinal qualities. Pharmaceutical companies routinely extract active ingredients from herbs for common medications, including the potent pain reliever codeine, derived from Papaver somniferum; the head-clearing antihistamines ephedrine and pseudoephedrine, from Ephedra sinica; and taxol, the chemotherapy drug commonly used to treat several types of cancer, including breast cancer, from Taxus brevifolia. These are among the findings according to Leslie Taylor, a naturopath and herbalist headquartered in Milam County, Texas, and author of The Healing Power of Rainforest Herbs. Even among an abundance of healing herbs, some stand out as nature’s “superherbs” that provide an array of medical properties, according to Rosemary Gladstar, of Barre, Vermont, the renowned author of Herbal

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Remedies for Vibrant Health and related works. Two of these, she notes, are widely considered nuisance weeds. Plantain (Plantago major): Commonly used externally for poultices, open wounds, blood poisoning and bee stings, it also helps relieve a wider variety of skin irritations. According to a study published in the Indian Journal of Pharmacology, this common “weed” fortifies the liver and reduces inflammation, which may reduce the risk for many kinds of chronic diseases. At least one study, published in the journal Planta Medica, suggests that plantain can enhance the immune system to help fight cancer and infectious diseases. “Plantain is considered a survival herb because of its high nutritional value,” advises Gladstar, who founded the California School of Herbal Studies, in Sonoma County, in 1978. A new study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry confirms it’s an excellent source of alpha-tocopherol, a natural form of vitamin E and beta

carotene that can be used in salads for those that don’t mind its bitter taste. dandelion (Taraxacum officinale): Like plantain, dandelion is one of the most powerful medicinal herbs on the planet. “Dandelion is revered wherever you travel, except in the United States, where it is considered noxious,” observes Gladstar. Americans should reconsider their obsession with eradication. Dandelion root is an effective treatment against several types of cancer, including oftenfatal pancreatic and colorectal cancers and melanoma, even those that have proven resistant to chemotherapy and other conventional treatments, according to several studies from the University of Windsor, in England. Traditionally part of a detoxification diet, it’s also used to treat digestive ailments, reduce swelling and inflammation and stop internal and external bleeding. turmeric (Curcuma longa): Turmeric gives curry powder its vibrant yellow color. “Curcumin, turmeric’s most important active ingredient, is a wealth of health, backed by substantial scientific evidence that upholds its benefits,” says Jan McBarron, a medical and naturopathic doctor in Columbus,

Herb: A plant or a part of a plant that is used as medicine or to give flavor to food. ~ Merriam Webster Georgia, author of Curcumin: The 21st Century Cure and co-host of the Duke and the Doctor radio show. Several human and animal studies have shown that curcumin can be an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, both in prevention and to slow or even stop its progress. One Australian study showed that curcumin helps rid the body of heavy metals that may be an underlying cause of the memory-robbing disease. Scientists at the University of California, Los Angeles, found that curcumin helped dissolve the plaques and tangles of brain material characteristic to Alzheimer’s. Curcumin is also known to be effective in lessening depression and preventing heart disease, some types of cancer and diabetes, says McBarron. ginger (Zingiber officinale): Primarily used for its considerable anti-

inflammatory properties, ginger makes a delicious and healing tea and an enticing spice in a variety of dishes. This herbal powerhouse has at least 477 active ingredients, according to Beyond Aspirin, by Thomas M. Newmark and Paul Schulick. Considerable research confirms ginger’s effectiveness against a variety of digestive problems, including nausea from both morning sickness and chemotherapy. Research from Florida’s University of Miami also confirms its usefulness in reducing knee pain. “Ginger is a good-tasting herb to treat any type of bacterial, fungal of viral infection,” says Linda Mix, a retired registered nurse in Rogersville, Tennesse, and author of Herbs for Life! The health benefits of these four vital herbs are easily accessed by growing them in a home garden or pot or via extracted supplements. Kathleen Barnes is the author of Rx from the Garden: 101 Food Cures You Can Easily Grow. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com. Note: For referenced studies, check the National Center for Biotechnology Information.

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icture a salad of mixed lettuces or romaine accented with microgreens and ripe, red tomatoes alongside an entrée of tilapia, complemented by a dessert of fresh strawberries—all organic, eco-friendly and freshly harvested, even in the middle of winter. The ingredients for this meal don’t have to travel many miles to reach the table—they can be found just several feet away, thanks to aquaponics. “Aquaculture is fish farming, hydroponics is soilless gardening,” explains Becca Self, executive director of educational nonprofit FoodChain, in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. “Aquaponics is a mutually beneficial blend of the two. Our indoor aquaponics system produces about 150 pounds of fresh tilapia every month, plus nearly 200 pounds of lettuces, herbs and microgreens.” FoodChain, which shares production space in a former bread factory with Smithtown Seafood and West Sixth Brewing, hosted 2,000 guests and was the destination for 54 field trips last year by farmers, church groups, Rotary clubs and students of all grade levels. The seafood restaurant’s website notes, “We can step outside our back door into the farm for our superfood salad

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greens, herbs and tilapia.” FoodChain is also finding a way to use waste grain from the microbrewery as fish food. According to brewmaster Robin Sither, the grain is free of genetic engineering, but not organic. He notes that it’s rare for a brewery to use organic grain. The general hydroponics concept dates back to ancient practices in Chinese rice fields, Egyptian bottomlands flooded by the Nile River and Aztec floating gardens perched on low rafts layered with rich bottom muck. By the early 20th century, chemists had identified solutions of 13 specific nutrients which, added to water, could entirely substitute for fertile soil. That’s when William F. Gericke, Ph.D., of the University of CaliforniaBerkeley, took the science of hydroponics into commercial production. “In today’s space-efficient, closed, recirculating aquaponic systems that combine fish tanks and plant troughs, fish waste provides fertilizer for the plants, while the plants clean the water for fish,” says Gina Cavaliero, owner of Green Acre Aquaponics, in Brooksville, Florida. The 2013 Aquaponics Association Conference, in Tucson, Arizona, reported that aquaponic plants grow

faster and offer higher yields, plus the sustainable technology recycles 90 percent of the water. In Denver, JD Sawyer, president of Colorado Aquaponics, operates a 3,000-square-foot farm in a food desert neighborhood (without easy access to fresh, healthy, affordable food). Koi, tilapia and hybrid striped bass fertilize romaine, bib lettuce, kale, Swiss chard, spinach, chives and strawberries. Other crops include tomatoes, peppers, yellow squash and root vegetables like beets and carrots. Tilapia and bass sell to the community and restaurants; koi are used in livestock ponds. Sawyer remarks, “An aquaponics system can be indoors or out, depending on the climate, for commercial use or in the home. The basement, garage or a spare room is ideal for growing your own food.” Home garden sizes range from a 20-gallon aquarium to a 10-by-20-foot area. Avery Ellis, an ecological designer and permaculture specialist in Boulder, Colorado, builds dynamic, living, nonconventional systems. “The temperature

“We like to use heirloom varieties; we don’t want just pretty plants that have diluted flavor. Butter lettuce is the tilapia of plants—it’s easy to grow for a good yield.” ~ Erik Oberholtzer, Tender Greens restaurants in most homes is near 70 degrees, an ideal temperature for a tropical fish like tilapia,” he says. “A 50-gallon fish tank, a 50-gallon storage bin and a timer to feed the fish automatically and supply light can be a self-sustaining system.” Outdoors, a greenhouse or geodesic dome can house the system. “A harmonious balance maintains itself, and we enjoy maximum yields from little labor,” says Ellis. He reflects that the solutions for feeding the world exist if we just open our eyes to what needs to be done. For those that don’t care to harvest and clean

fish, decorative koi species work well. Erik Oberholtzer, founder and owner of Tender Greens restaurants, which sources from nearby southern California farms and is exploring ways to install an aquaponics system in each of its restaurants, explains, “The world is suffering from a loss of growing habitat, genetically modified seeds and global warming. Aquaponics enables growers to stay ahead of climate change, making it the future of sustainable farming. It’s an ethical way to make quality food healthy, affordable and profitable.” Aquaponics methods deliver fish free of mercury and genetically modified fish food, plus the freshest vegetables possible, all without the worry of weeds, rabbits, insects, suspect fertilizers, toxic herbicides and pesticides. A home aquaponics system can be one of the best green investments to make in 2014. According to Oberholtzer, “Eating this way should not be a luxury.” Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@ mindspring.com.

Aquaponics Advantages 4 Enthusiasts can start small 4 No soil is needed 4 No fertilizer is needed (provided by the fish) 4 No toxic pesticides 4 Uses 90 percent less water than conventional methods 4 Plants help filter indoor air 4 Pests and diseases are easier to spot for treatment 4 Growing basil helps repel pests 4 Operator controls nutrition levels at less cost and waste 4 No nutrients pollute the larger environment 4 Stable, high yields of organic produce and safe-fed fish 4 Year-round production from indoor systems 4 Easy to harvest; fish harvesting is optional 4 Aesthetic enjoyment

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n recent years, Pediatrician William Sears has seen many more cases of asthma and eczema in his San Clemente, California, office. Dairy and wheat remain the biggest culprits, but experts believe new factors may be contributing to the rise in food sensitivities, including synthetic additives like partially hydrogenated oils, artificial colors and flavors and sweeteners, plus genetically modified ingredients. Often undiagnosed and untreated, food intolerances can cause long-term tissue damage, warns Sears, author of The NDD Book, which addresses what he calls nutrient deficit disorder without resorting to drugs. Increasingly, kids are developing formerly adultonset diseases, such as Type 2 diabetes, obesity, depression, cardiovascular disease and acid reflux, he says. If it seems that a child is having a dietary reaction, first look for clues. “A lot of parents already suspect the answer,” says Kelly Dorfman, a licensed nutritionist dietitian and author of What’s Eating Your Child? Become a “nutrition detective”, she suggests. Here’s how to assess conditions and find solutions.

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Suspects: Intolerance to gluten (a protein in wheat and other grains) or lactose (dairy sugar). Diarrhea, the gastrointestinal tract’s way of eliminating problematic substances, plus gas

and bloating, often accompany these intolerances. Lactose intolerance is usually a root cause and is present in nearly everyone that’s gluten intolerant, Dorfman says.

Action: Because itchiness can suggest a histamine response, ask an allergist for an IgE radioallergosorbent (RAST) blood test to detect food sensitivities.

Action: Get a blood test to check for celiac disease, then eliminate gluten for at least a month. Although the diarrhea could end within a week, “You need a few weeks to see a trend,” counsels Dorfman. Consume fermented dairy products like cheese and yogurt, which have low lactose levels; cream dairy products may also test OK.

Suspects: Sensitivity to artificial colors or sugar. According to Sears, children’s underdeveloped blood-brain barrier increases vulnerability to the neurotoxic effects of chemical food additives, including artificial colors and monosodium glutamate (MSG).

Chronic Ear Infections

Suspects: Dairy intolerance and for many, soy sensitivity. Some research has shown that 90 percent of kids with recurring ear infections or ear fluid have food reactions, corroborated by Dorfman’s patients. Action: Quit dairy and soy for several months to verify a correlation. Dorfman recommends eliminating soy milk, soy yogurt and tofu, adding that ultrasensitive individuals may need to avoid processed foods that contain soy byproducts.

Itchy Skin

Suspects: Reaction to gluten, casein (in dairy products) and eggs plus oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, lemons, strawberries and pineapple.

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Action: When possible, buy organic foods certified to contain no artificial colors. Otherwise, scrutinize food labels for the nine petroleum-based synthetic dyes in U.S. foods: Blue 1 and 2, Citrus Red 2, Green 3, Orange B, Red 3 and 40, Yellow 5 and 6. Avoid ingredients like high-fructose corn syrup, sucrose, glucose, fructose, cane sugar and syrup—all added sugars.

mood and food, possibly signaled by excessive eating of a certain food.

Stunted Growth

Suspects: Gluten sensitivity or zinc deficiency. Because gluten intolerance interferes with nutrient absorption, suffering kids often fail to thrive. “Small size— height or weight—is a classic symptom of celiac disease,” Dorfman advises. Zinc could be another factor; it normalizes appetite and through its relationship with growth hormones, helps the body develop. If levels are too low, growth will be abnormally stunted. In such cases, a child may rarely be hungry, be a picky eater or complain that food smells or tastes funny, Dorfman says.

Suspects: Gluten sensitivity is traditionally associated exclusively with digestive disturbances, but some recent studies have linked it to neurological symptoms, from moodiness and chronic headaches to ADHD and coordination loss.

Action: Eliminate gluten consumption for a month. A blood test by a pediatrician can determine serum zinc levels, or buy a zinc sulfate taste test online. After sipping a zinc sulfate solution, the child will report either tasting nothing (indicating deficiency) or a bad flavor (no deficiency). Zinc-rich foods include beef, chicken, beans, pumpkin seeds, cashews and chickpeas. To counter a deficiency, ask a family healthcare provider for an age-appropriate supplement dose.

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Yoga For Vets is a nonproﬁt organization that exists to welcome home war veterans and help them cope with stress of combat through by Tamara Grand yoga instruction. The Yoga For Vets website lists studios, teachers, and venues throughout the country that offer four or more free classes to war veterans. Most locations offer four free class but some offer more (ask them when you call or stop in).

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friends with similar health and fitness goals. Follow links to motivational photos, low-calorie recipes and athome workouts. Tweeting when feeling the urge to eat virtually guarantees that we’ll receive a helpful response in a minute or two. Twitter chats are also a fabulous way to connect with an established and helpful healthy living tribe.

A visual smorgasbord of clean-eating recipes, at-home workouts and inspirational photos keeps spirits up. Pinterest accesses photos throughout the Internet that we can grab and “pin” to a personal online vision board. It’s also possible to create a visual cookbook, pinning recipes to, for example, clean eating, Paleo, pumpkin and oatmeal themed boards. It’s fun to connect with our favorite healthy living peeps and start following their boards for continuous injections of inspiration and motivation.

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Love to take photos using a smartphone? Instagram provides a platform for sharing snippets of our day via pictures. Fitness fans regularly “Instagram” their meals and workouts, in part to remain accountable to their online followers, but also to help motivate themselves and others to make healthy choices each day.

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Our go-to resource for music videos is also home to hundreds of healthy living “channels”. Want to follow someone’s 100-pound weight-loss journey, learn how to cook quinoa or follow along with free, at-home workout videos? This is the place. Watch, share and comment on a favorite YouTube video to become part of its online community. The key to using social media to improve our health and fitness is inherent in the name. It’s a friendly way to interact, participate and engage with others. Tamara Grand, Ph.D., is a certified personal trainer and a group fitness and indoor cycling instructor in Port Moody, British Columbia, in Canada. Her new book is Ultimate Booty Workouts. She contributes to Life.Gaiam.com and blogs at FitKnitChick.com. natural awakenings

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ogs, their owners and the larger community all benefit when a pet earns the basic Dog Scout certification badge. Any dog can participate, as long as he’s well-behaved. To qualify for the initial badge, he must be able to heel without pulling, greet a person calmly, meet another animal without overreacting and to see food and leave it alone. The test criteria are similar to that used for the Canine Good Citizen certificate from the American Kennel Club. Tests can be videotaped if there’s no organization evaluator in the area. Once the dog’s earned the basic Dog Scout badge, the rest of the badges are optional, depending on how involved human-canine pairs wish to get. Instead of pursuing a particular sport or activity, scouting allows the dog to dabble and find what he likes best. Distinctive badges can be earned in separate ability levels including obedience, community service, trail work, nose work, water sports, pulling, herding and lure coursing (a performance sport first developed

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for purebred sighthound breeds). Handlers can also earn badges in canine care, first-aid and sign language. All training is based on positive behavior and reinforcement on everyone’s part. “We don’t want dogs to be an accessory or a lawn ornament; they are part of the family, and a lot of fun, besides,” explains Dog Scouts president Chris Puls, of Brookville, Indiana. “As trainers, we have to figure out how to communicate with another species.” Most members engage in scout activities with more than one dog. Requirements for operating a troop are flexible, but holding four meetings a year is recommended. Meetings don’t have to be formal—a group hike in the woods counts. Other activities may include backpacking, biking, camping and treasure hunts like letterboxing and geocaching. If Sparky would like to try flyball, (timed relay races with balls) or treibball (urban herding of Pilates balls), but has no opportunity for these pursuits on his home turf, summer camp is

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a good forum to investigate lots of options. Weekend camps are held in Maryland in July and Texas in November. Weeklong camps are held in Michigan in June and July. “Many people bring more than one dog to camp,” says Allison Holloway, who works in financial account services for the U.S. Department of Defense, in Columbus, Ohio. “I take six dogs with me and each has his or her favorite activity, which I like, because it’s too much for one dog to go from early morning until late at night. New members often say they come to camp just for the fun and camaraderie, but they usually end up collecting badges like the rest of us. It’s a great reminder of what you and your dog did at camp together.” One of Holloway’s dog scouts has special needs. Lottie Moon is a double merle, all-white, Australian shepherd that doesn’t let being deaf or blind slow her down. Last year she surprised her owner by earning an agility badge at camp. “I think she sees shadows and movements. I place a dowel rod in front of the jump and she knows that when she touches it, it’s time go airborne,”

says Holloway. “Lottie inspires and motivates me.” Holloway received the Dog Scout’s 2013 Excellence in Writing Award for her blog at Lottie-SeeingInto Darkness.blogspot.com. Many Dog Scout troops serve their communities to show how dogs can

and should be integrated into daily life. In Wyoming Valley, near Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Phyllis Sinavage, office manager for a wholesale distributor, reports on recent activities conducted by Troop 221. “We’ve donated oxygen masks for pets to local fire departments and emergency services. We raise funds to buy them and also have oxygen mask angels that donate the price of a mask in memory of a pet. One third grade class raised enough money to purchase two masks after we visited and did a bite prevention class.” The Dog Scouts of America Hike-a-Thon, in May, is the nonprofit organization’s annual fundraiser, open to everyone willing to ask friends and family members to pledge funds for distances walked. It’s a good way to partner with the dog for quality outdoor time, spread the word about Dog Scouts and enjoy the spring weather. Learn more and join with others for a troop experience at DogScouts.org. Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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Wayne Dyer on the Value of Hard Lessons by Linda Sechrist

fter four decades teaching selfdevelopment and empowerment and authoring more than 30 bestselling books, Wayne W. Dyer, Ph.D., shares dozens of events from his life in his latest work, I Can See Clearly Now. In unflinching detail, he relates vivid impressions of encountering many forks in the road, from his youth in Detroit to the present day, and reflects on these events from his current perspective, noting what lessons he ultimately learned.

these miracles show up. There are 60 chapters in the book. Every time I finished one, I would think: “Now I can see clearly why I had to go through all of these experiences and learn all these lessons.” As a result, I suggest that whenever something happens that leads you to ask, “Why is this happening to me?” shift instead to the awareness that all experiences, no matter what, are gifts.

What has writing this book taught you and how can it help others better understand their own lives?

You describe the influential patterns and motivators in your life as diamonds and stones; how would you characterize your childhood years in foster homes?

My biggest lesson was that our whole life is like a checkerboard. When I looked back on my life, I began to realize this and gained an awareness of the fact that there’s something else moving all of the pieces around. The key to attracting this mystical guidance into your life is to start with awareness that all things are possible and to forget about yourself. When you get your ego out of the picture, your inner mantra isn’t, “What’s in it for me? and “How much more can I get?” Instead, when your inner mantra is, “How may I serve or what may I do for you?” and you practice consistently living this way, you attract this mystical guidance. I have found that the more I do this, the more

I can now see that spending the better part of my first decade in a series of foster homes was all a part of God’s infallible plan for me. I believe I was in a type of training camp for becoming a teacher of higher spiritual and commonsense principles. If I was going to spend my adult life teaching, lecturing and writing on self-reliance, then I obviously needed to learn to rely upon myself and be in a position to never be dissuaded from this awareness. What better training ground for teaching this than an early childhood that required a sense of independence and need for self-sufficiency? Now that I know that every encounter, challenge and situation is a spectacular thread in a

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tapestry, and that each represents and defines my life, I am deeply grateful for them all. Each of us has a mission of some kind to fulfill at the moment we make the shift from nowhere to now here, from spirit to form. I’ve seen firsthand how this universe has a creative source of energy supporting it that is literally the matrix of all matter. Nothing occurs by happenstance anywhere, because this universal mind is perpetually on call, going about its miraculous ways in terms of infinite possibilities.

What can you see clearly about your role as a parent? I’ve watched my eight children show up from birth with their unique personalities and blossom into their own awakenings. I know for certain that the one Divine mind that is responsible for all of creation has a hand in this engaging mystery. Same parents, same environment, same culture and yet eight individuals, with their own distinctive character traits. Khalil Gibran stated it perfectly in The Prophet: “Your children are not your children. They are the sons and daughters of Life’s longing for itself. They come through you but not from you, and though they are with you yet they belong not to you.” Each of my children had their blueprint from God. My job has been to guide, then step aside and let whatever is inside them that is their own uniqueness steer the course of their lives.

What has your life taught you about prayer? I feel that the prayer of Saint Francis of Assisi says it best: “Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love. Where there is darkness, let me bring light. Where there is sadness, let me bring joy.” The masters I’ve studied pray to become more godly, more like where we originally came from. My prayer is always, “Help me to remind myself to get rid of this ego and to be like You are. Help me to be my highest self, the place within that is God.” Linda Sechrist is a Natural Awakenings senior staff writer. Visit ItsAllAboutWe. com for the extended interview.

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lthough following a diet without gluten has become easier due to increased availability and labeling of gluten-free foods, we still need to know how to make sure which foods strictly qualify. We always have more control in our own kitchen, yet we’re not always eating at home. Natural Awakenings asked experts to comment on reasons for the demand and offer practical tips and tactics for healthy eating on the go. According to the Center for Celiac Research & Treatment, 18 million Americans are now gluten sensitive, 3 million more suffer from celiac disease, and the numbers continue to skyrocket, says Dr. David Perlmutter, a neurologist and author of Grain Brain. Gluten, a naturally occurring protein in wheat, barley and rye, is prevalent in the modern American diet. Perlmutter

points to new wheat hybrids and increasing amounts of gluten in processed foods as exacerbating the problem. He particularly cites to-

day’s overuse of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications as contributors to “inappropriate and excessive

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a gluten-free lunch was difficult. “The friendly lunch spots my coworkers and I used to enjoy on a weekly and sometimes even daily basis were no longer friendly for me,” she says. “There was nothing on the menu I could eat, and it seemed better for everyone if I simply stayed in the office. But it isolated me socially from my colleagues and deprived me of a much-needed midday break that had been such an enjoyable part of my routine.” Attending catered breakfasts or lunches for office meetings also presented difficulties. Shepard learned that it’s best to be prepared and pack something, even if it’s only a snack. “Some of my favorites include fresh fruit, like apples or bananas with peanut or almond butter, washed berries, applesauce, coconut yogurt, hummus and red peppers, trail mix, dry cereals like granola, and nutrition bars. I keep a variety of these bars in my purse and car year-round, so I’m never bored with my choices.” “Gluten-free instant oatmeal is a staple in my life,” advises Shepard. She never leaves home without it, regardless of the length of the trip. “All you need is a cup or a bowl and some boiling water. Be sure to buy certified glutenfree oats, because regular oats can be contaminated with gluten grains.” Shepard also recommends avoiding pre-sweetened varieties. Kate Chan, a teacher and mother of two in suburban Seattle, Washington, who has been following a gluten-free diet since 2000, has solved the problem of eating healthy at work another way: The family cooks extra the night before.

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“While cleaning up the kitchen, I just pack the leftovers for lunch. I like to vary the side dishes a bit if I pack side dishes at all, and toss in fruit and more vegetables,” she says. Chan likes to use a bento-style lunch box with several compartments, plus thermal containers, so she can enjoy a variety of gluten-free lunch options.

On the Road In Los Angeles, California, Kristine Kidd, former food editor at Bon Appétit, has recently returned to gluten-free eating. On her menu-planning and recipe blog, KristineKidd.com, and in her cookbook, Weeknight Gluten Free, she recommends whole, fresh foods from farmers’ markets that are naturally gluten-free. When she and her husband hike the Sierra Mountains, she carries homemade, high-fiber, gluten-free cookies to eat on the way up and packs gluten-free soups such as butternut squash and black bean, corn tortillas with fresh fillings, and fruit for a delicious lunch upon reaching the peak. Some gluten-free snacks can contain as many empty calories as other types of junk food, notes Registered Dietitian Katharine Tallmadge. “Many ‘gluten-free’ products are made with refined, unenriched grains and starches, which contain plenty of calories, but few vitamins or minerals.” She agrees with Kidd and others that choosing whole, natural, fresh foods, which are naturally gluten-free, makes for healthy eating wherever we go. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAnd Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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This refreshing summer delight is perfect for parties by the pool, barbecues and picnics in the park. Broccoli’s cancer-fighting properties combat carcinogens introduced to meat by a smoky grill. Ginger works to settle stomachs and has long been a remedy for heartburn.

1 crown of broccoli ½ small red cabbage 2 carrots 1 lemon (peeled) 1 green apple Ginger to taste Peel ginger root and juice all ingredients together. Serve over ice.

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The good-for-you factor in salads is often diminished by introducing salad oils and dressings, sacrificing some health benefits for taste, but not so with this drink. The fiber-rich kale and the veritable powerhouse of vitamins in spinach pair with sweet carrots and a tart green apple, juiced to a harmonious balance of taste and nutrition.

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This tasty concoction begs to be poured into an ice-filled punch bowl and ladled into frosty glasses. You’ll never know your body is detoxifying as you gulp this tasty summer treat. For those that find it a bit too sour, add an apple or two. Green Clean not only has high amounts of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, it is one of the most aromatically appealing drinks around—crisp, clean and refreshing.

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Grill the “flesh”, or cut side, of fish fillets first (not the skin side, which is darker because it is more delicate) directly over the fire for 3 to 4 minutes.

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Fresh fish tacos with a twist are a healthy treat. Tip: Assemble the raw slaw ingredients before grilling the cabbage, which cooks simultaneously with the fish. Yields 4 servings Grilled Napa Cabbage Slaw Taco Topping 1 large head Napa cabbage, cut in half lengthwise Grapeseed oil, for brushing 1 cup assorted baby greens, such as spinach, oak leaf lettuce or Boston lettuce 8 green onions, chopped (white and green parts)

¼ cup tarragon vinegar ¼ cup sour cream ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice ½ tsp fine kosher or sea salt Baja Fish 1½ lbs mahi mahi, catfish, halibut or other mild, non-farmed, white fish (about ¾-inch thick) ¼ cup blackened seasoning or other barbecue spice mixture 8 whole-wheat flour tortillas, for serving 8 lemon wedges, for serving 1½ cups of a favorite salsa, for serving Prepare a hot fire in the grill. Brush the cut sides of the Napa cab-

Turn the fish only once, and finish cooking with the skin side against the grate another 3 to 4 minutes, for 10 total minutes per inch of thickness (most fish fillets are about ¾-inch thick). Note: The skin side is last because it has more connective tissue and holds together better on the grill. Finish assembling the slaw. Thinly slice the grilled cabbage and place in a large bowl. Stir in the greens and green onions. Having earlier combined and mixed the vinegar, sour cream, lemon juice and salt for the slaw dressing in a small bowl, now pour it over the greens mixture. Toss to blend. Assemble the tacos by placing some of the grilled fish on each tortilla. Top each with about one-third cup of the slaw and roll up, soft taco-style. Serve with a lemon wedge and a small ramekin of salsa.

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Spinach and Avocado Salad

This fresh-tasting salad features a variety of colors, ﬂavors and textures. Serves 4 1 large ripe avocado, diced 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice 4 cups baby spinach leaves ½ cup chopped green onions 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in halves 1 cup sliced radishes ½ cup bottled low-calorie Italian vinaigrette 1. In a small bowl, coat avocado with lime juice. Set aside. 2. In a large bowl, toss together spinach, green onions, tomatoes, radishes and vinaigrette. Divide evenly onto four plates. Top with avocado pieces. Source: Adapted from 350 Best Salads & Dressings, by George Geary © 2010 Robert Rose Inc. (RobertRose.ca). Excerpted with permission; all rights reserved.

Almond Trufﬂe & Herb Paté

This simple paté bursts with flavor and goodfor-us nutrients. Almonds are a champion source of calcium and a clean source of protein and healthy fats. Soaking the almonds plumps them, wakes up enzymes and makes them more digestible, also supplying more alkaline reserves for the body. White truffle oil (olive oil infused with white truffles) is a secret weapon for injecting sumptuous, sophisticated flavor, although the recipe is excellent without it. Yields: about 3 cups (raw-living, dairy-free, gluten-free, lowglycemic) 1½ cups raw almonds, soaked for 8 hours and drained 6-7 Tbsp lemon juice, or as needed 3-4 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, or as needed 2-3 tsp white truffle oil, as needed ½ to 1 small clove garlic, finely minced 1 tsp sea salt, or to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste ¼ to 1/3 cup filtered water, or as needed to blend to desired consistency 1 /3 cup chopped parsley leaves ¼ cup chopped basil leaves 3 Tbsp chopped sorrel (optional) 2-3 Tbsp chopped chives Soak almonds in 3 cups of filtered water for 8 hours. Drain and rinse in a colander. Place almonds in a food processor. Add lemon juice, olive oil, truffle oil, garlic, a scant teaspoon of salt and some freshly ground pepper. Blend, dribbling in water to aid processing as needed until mixture is as smooth as possible. Add more olive oil, lemon juice and water to thin to a preferred consistency. Add herbs and blend in pulses until well incorporated, but bits of herbs are still visible. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with crudité vegetables and/or healthy crackers.

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after my doctor told me my stage four cancer was terminal. During this time I was heavily addicted to narcotic painkillers, antidepressants, muscle relaxers, and alcohol. I was also in deep emotional pain from having lost my health and a career that defined who I was. I felt hopeless, broken, emasculated, and lost.

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Warrior Pose: How Yoga (Literally) Saved My Life An exclusive with Bhava Ram

rad Willis, a.k.a. Bhava Ram, is author of Warrior Pose: How Yoga (Literally) Saved My Life (BenBella, 2014), which is being made into a full-length feature film, to be released 2016. In his book, Ram, a former NBC war correspondent and the recipient of the prestigious Alfred I. duPont Award for his work inside Afghanistan during the Soviet occupation, tells the story of his transformational journey of radical self-healing from a broken back, stage four cancer, and addiction. Founder of the Deep Yoga School of Healing Arts (www.deepyoga.com) in San Diego, Ram will be presenting a workshop at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in Stockbridge, MA, on April 4–6, 2014, entitled “The Guru Is You: The Alchemy of Healing, Self-Empowerment, and Manifesting Your Fullest Potential.” In this exclusive Natural Awakenings interview Bhava Ram shares some insights about his journey.

What preceded your complete lifestyle change and healing journey? I had been gripped with pain for fourteen years, from the time I broke my back in 1986 until the year 2000 when I checked into detox hoping to die with some dignity 44

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I was the last person one would expect to embrace mind/ body medicine. As a journalist, I was cynical, jaded, and mistrustful from all the corruption, incompetency, and cruelty I’d been exposed to everywhere, from politics to business to medicine. My first change of heart happened when my two-yearold son came to me as I was dying and whispered, “Get up, Daddy!” It touched me deep within my heart rather than the analytical mind through which I always had viewed the world. The second shift came when I was released from the hospital detox ward. I was dazed and in even more pain without all the drugs. I had always been a Type A Alpha Male, fully in charge of my life, and possessing more than my share of hubris. Now I was humiliated and weak. When the doctors at the hospital offered me the chance to join their experimental mind/body pain center, I just surrendered to it because my ego was broken and self-esteem completely gone.

What happened next? My first day at the center, I had a biofeedback session. They hooked me up to electrodes to monitor my body temperature, heart rate, brain waves, and other vital signs, then I leaned back and listened to a guided-visualization tape. I could actually feel a different inner chemistry as years of anger, fear, guilt, and a host of other negative emotions that had become me just melted away. My inner cynic scoffed-but I chose not to listen to that voice any more.

How long did it take you to become cancer free? I was diagnosed in April of 1998. By April of 2000 I was deeply immersed in Yoga and becoming an organic vegan. I had an inner knowing then that beating cancer was possible, but in alignment with the philosophy of yoga I put all expectations aside and just stayed devoted to my practice 12-14 hours a day. Over time I began to have a deeper awareness that I was healing on all levels. In 2002 (as detailed in Warrior Pose) I had a transcendental experience of feeling cancer leave my body. It’s now fifteen years since the cancer was diagnosed and I remain cancer free. Refer to book review on page 55.

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How to Remember the Grocery Bags (and other things) by Helene Segura, MA, Ed, CPO®

INDFULNESS. According to Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary, the definition of mindful is aware of something that may be important. Synonyms of mindful include aware, cognizant, conscious, sensible. This information reminded me of a question that a business associate once posted on my website.

Q. Your organizational expertise is needed. How do I remember to take my reusable grocery bags to the store? arghhhh! I always forget because it’s such a miniscule task on my long to-do list. It’s driving me nuts already!! A. So I responded with a few quick tips: As soon as you’re done unloading the groceries, put your bags back into the car. If you use a grocery list, add (in highlight/color/boldface) BRING IN BAGS to that list.

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A. It’s a seemingly easy thing to remember, right? Just bring in the bags. But the issue isn’t forgetting the bags. That’s a symptom of something else that’s going on. The issue most likely goes back to the brain being in a fog from the endless to-do list. The brain is not conscious of what’s happening at that moment. This is quite typical of most people today, especially women. Women feel the societal pressure of having a successful professional life as well as the perfect home life with everything under control. The easiest fix for this is to hire someone to do everything. Unfortunately, that’s not a realistic option for most folks. So, what can be done? In a word, mindfulness. It’s very important to focus on the present, on being intentional with everything we do. When we rush around from here to there, our minds get jumbled up with more thoughts of other things we’re supposed to do, which takes away our concentration on the present. This might sound counter-intuitive, but we need to take our time in order to save time. Once again, for emphasis: Take time to save time. That means prepping beforehand, reviewing right before the task, being intentional during the task, and reflecting on the process afterwards. Sounds crazy, right? Especially if we’re just talking about a trip to the grocery store. But it needs to happen. Prep beforehand: Prepare the grocery list and make sure the bags are in the car, placing them in a visible position such as the passenger seat. Do you need any other supplies or information to make the task successful? Coupons? Pen? Phone? List? Review before the task: Before you open your car door, start your mental checklist: What am I about to do? Do I have all of my supplies in hand? If you have to, do this out loud. Sing it, if it helps! This is being intentional. If your kids are in the car, turn it into a game. Be intentional during the task: Focus on what’s at hand so you’ll get out of there faster without having to constantly criss-cross back and forth throughout the store. If your kids were in the car for the previous step, they can help you find what you need and drop it in the basket. Reflect afterwards: Celebrate what went well! Then reflect… Was there a better way to do things? How can I best make that change? If I forgot something, what is the best way to trigger me to remember it? Follow these steps for all your “to-dos.” You’ll greatly improve your effectiveness in completing your tasks. Be present. Be aware. Be cognizant. Be mindful. Author, speaker and productivity expert Helene Segura, MA Ed, CPO®, is the owner of LivingOrder® San Antonio. A Certified Professional Organizer®, she helps stressed out folks regain control of their chaotic living and working spaces. For more information visit www.LivingOrderSA.com, or call 210-892-4990. natural awakenings

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When the Student is Ready, the Teacher Shows Up A patients journey, with Dr. Helene B. Leonetti, MD

hen Helene Leonetti left corporate medicine after 50 years, she had some doubts that she, a longtime employee of a medical center, could make it on her own without the cocoon of protective chairmen of the many disciplines that surrounded her: obstetrics, gynecology, general surgery, oncology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, neurology and psychiatry, to name but a few. Three years later, and her practice—focused on joining the best of conventional medicine and holistic treatment—is thriving. CASE HISTORY: Five months ago, a woman came to visit Leonetti who had developed severe pain in her neck, shoulders, arms and fingers—so severe that she needed to take Vicodin. A visit to her family doctor and endocrinologist gave her the diagnosis of polyarthritis rheumatic, and she was given prednisone, a potent anti-inflammatory medicine that affects our bones, our glucose metabolism, our emotions, our weight and our adrenal glands, which keep our immune state vibrant. Leonetti says it makes the pain better and is a wonderful bandage for one of the hundreds of diagnoses that we have with “no known cause and no known treatment,” other than cortisone and pain medicines. “Not only did she receive no information on the many side effects of this potent medicine (she had to explore them online), but more importantly, she was given no guidance and help on what may have started the pain in the first place,” explains Leonetti. “However, this wellness warrior has had the courage to look at all aspects of her life and has made notable changes: she is back to regular exercise; she has begun purchasing her animal protein hormone/antibiotic free-range; and whenever possible, she buys and grows her vegetables organically, without harmful pesticides. Plus, after a lifetime of soda, she is finally off it entirely and makes water her drink of choice. She also stopped taking Crestor (a statin drug) to lower cholesterol, which has been implicated in causing pain, weakness in joints and muscles, besides 46

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isa Jones is a Ridgefield, CT-based author, spiritual medium and former corporate accountant whose life changed dramatically after the death of her first husband. At the moment of his death, Jones was sleeping in a different room, however she witnessed her husband entering heaven. This “shared death” experience challenged her beliefs about life and spirituality, and radically altered the course of her life. She spoke with Natural Awakenings about her spiritual awakening and 48

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NA:You discuss in the book some very personal but also universal themes such as feeling like you didn’t have a “place” even in your own family or fearing you might be unmasked as an imposter as you tried new things. Has this changed for you over the past several years? LJ: Many people have shared with me similar thoughts about feeling like they don’t have a place in their family or even in this world. I believe this stems from the fact that as small children we were all told to “get along,” or “don’t show off” or “stop that!” No wonder many of us feel that way; we’re discouraged from being ourselves. This has changed for me over the past several years, and that’s because, step by step, I’ve had the courage to step up and step out onto my true authentic path. It started with friends believing in me, then invitations to work with small groups. Next came a request to be on stage in front of over 120 people, then the following year nearly 400 people. I love how once again, by following

the breadcrumbs, the exposure just kept getting bigger and bigger. Now I’ve been on CBS and FOX sharing my story as well as dozens of newspapers, radio interviews and blogs. My greatest joy is sharing the “psychic secrets” from behind the curtain. I’m teaching people how to give and receive divine messages from the Universe to help them move forward and to help others.

NA: Your experience and your message are striking a chord with many people as you travel and speak about it. Why do you think your deeply personal story is relevant to so many others at this time? Is this a function of the world changing, people becoming more open/accepting, or a combination of both? LJ: Being an ordinary person, an accountant who worked at two of the largest accounting firms in our country, Price Waterhouse Coopers and Ernst & Young, lends credibility to my story. I believe most people have had at least one if not several “super-natural” experiences during their life and why wouldn’t they, given that we are spiritual beings in physical bodies! So when they see me as a “normal” person coming out of the spiritual closet, they can relate to that and want to be able to talk to me about it. I readily

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“We would be well served to remember that in concert with a Universal Wisdom, we have access to the wellspring of creation, so possibility and health become the norm.” the health of our earthly home. Any person, who by evolution of awareness, makes the distinctions necessary to treat their bodies as the sacred entities they are, will by extension, adopt a more conscious and responsible relationship to the environment at large. They are not different. They are the same. As such, there are concentric rings of responsibility and consequence, and the values embraced at the core will naturally impact all of one’s sphere of influence. Health, both in the individual and the environmental arenas, becomes an act of partnership rather than an act of pushing. Less activism is necessary in the presence of broader understanding and consciousness. However, by denying our Nature, we circumvent the wisdom that by definition, needs no help; just no interference. We would be well served to remember that in concert with a Universal Wisdom, we have access to the wellspring of creation, so possibility and health become the norm. Perhaps due to the immediacy of our lives, where gratification has replaced happiness, we have concluded that life’s brevity absolves us of any responsibility to that which will outlast us. In so doing we diminish the quality and richness

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St. Patrick’s Day Block Party- Kick off the festivities with a street fair from 4pm-midnight on Salzedo Street featuring live music. The restaurant will serve a traditional Irish menu beginning at 11:30am at John Martin’s, 253 Miracle Mile in Coral Gables, (305) 445-3777

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THURSDAY, March 6 Greater Miami Holistic Chamber of Commerce presents “Position Yourself for Profits on Social Media” with Coach Laura Rubinstein, 7:00 pm, Location: TBA Miami For further info: Contact: MarBeth Dunn 305-968-8348

MARCH 6 - 7 Deaf Magician and Liliana Show, Magic Morgan – presented by Waving Hands, Inc. and organizations for the Deaf. $10.00 purchase ticket at the door or $10.00 purchase ticket in advance, MUST RESERVE. Ages 5 and under FREE (lap seat). Show at: Goodlet Park. 4200 W 8th Ave., Hialeah, FL, 305.343.9784, 786.505.7926, www.magicmorgan.com

THURSDAY, March 13 Omega-3s: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly. Get the skinny on the omega fatty acids and their role in your health plan. 7:00-7:30PM, Meet Dr. Ryan Brady at the Miami Spine & Posture Clinic. 3850 Bird Rd, Suite 402B, Coral Gables in the Merrick Park Building. 305-448-2600

FRIDAY, March 14 6th Annual Miami Beach Women’s Conference & Luncheon - Join Mayor Philip Levine & Women’s Exhibit (WE)Women’s History Month Celebration Miami Beach City Hall & Botanical Garden Free To the Public: 8 am – 12 noon, 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305.673.7256

SATURDAY, March 15

Fairchild’s International Orchid Festival- Visit Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden for orchid sales, seminars, and special events. 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables. 305-667-1651.

2014 Miami Beach Garden Tour—Explore private gardens in Miami Beach by biking or driving to six hidden oases near the Miami Beach Botanical Garden from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All-day activities inside the Garden include a farmers market, food trucks, live music and a rummage sale. Tickets $25-30. 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach 33139. For info and tickets or call 305-673-7256.

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MARCH 15 - 16

Couples Weekend Getaway & Workshop: 7:00pm – Sun 2pm. Join Richard & Diana Daffner, authors of “Tantric Sex for Busy Couples,” for a romantic beach getaway. Bring greater joy, intimacy and passion to your relationship. Celebrate your love. Connect with your beloved on a soul level. Transform your relationship into a love affair. $650/couple. Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, FL. More info, other dates & locations, brochure. 1-877-282-4244.

50TH Annual Key Biscayne Art Festival- 10am5pm. Free. Life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography, ceramics, and much more! Village Green, 455 Grand Bay Dr, Key Biscayne. 561-746-6615

March 7 - 9

SATURDAY, March 8 The Art of Hip Opening – 1:00-3:00pm with Virginia Heyburn. In this workshop, balance and open your pelvis, hip joints, hamstrings and lower back with a deliciously challenging sequence. $20. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

MARCH 8 - 9 NEWLIFE EXPO/Yoga & Raw Food Expo 100 speakers and exhibitors-Broward Convention. Center.-For pre-reg call 516-897-0900.

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SUNDAY, March 16 Sunday Afternoons of Music for Children - 4:00 pm. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for children. Performances are held at Maurice Gusman Concert Hall Phillip & Patricia Frost School of Music University of Miami 1314 Miller Drive Coral Gables, Florida. Call Sunday Afternoons of Music, Inc. 305-271-7150 Full Moon Nadabhrama Meditation w/ Vic - This is the meditation of emptiness, giving, and receiving. Join us and drop your baggage, give away sorrows, and receive miracle blessings. $25. 7 pm. CitiZEN Yoga,1040 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 4002, Miami, FL 33132. 305.588.3521.

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Teen Yoga Immersion – 1:00-3:00pm with Andrea Sanchez and Virginia Ansaldi. During this workshop you will learn tools to help navigate this transition. Yoga helps shift the way we see things to get to the truth. $20. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709. Be a YES! Backbending Workshop – 1:00-3:30pm with Megan Eastman. How the power of saying YES will change your life, then move into a funfilled power vinyasa yoga practice packed with backbends, building from the ground up. $30. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

SUNDAY, March 23 inSANITY w/ Vic - This workshop will provide you with powerful information and tools to live in sanity, amidst a stressful and emotional life. Learn to live as as a spiritual being having an earthly experience. $35. 6:30 pm. CitiZEN Yoga,1040 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 4002, Miami, FL 33132. 305.588.3521.

MARCH 22 - 23 An Introduction to the Wisdom of Ayurveda: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m Explore the history, philosophy and principles of Ayurveda, with a focus on diet, digestion, and daily routine. $185 for Saturday only, $300 for both days; $25 discount before March 10. Aum Home Shala, 3104 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove, FL 33133. 1-305-441-9441.

SUNDAY, March 23 Japanese Spring Festival — A family-friendly day of free Japanese-themed activities, food, and taiko drumming performances by Fushu Daiko. Release your own “koi” fish in the Japanese Garden pond, arrange a zen garden, taste some fresh sushi and more! Free! Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach 33139. 305-673-7256.

MARCH 26 - 30 Women’s International Film & Arts Festival- a unique, cultural event featuring films, visual and performance arts and other artistic expressions by women. The events bring together women from all over the world to explore, share and dialogue about issues concerning women through arts. Gusman Center For the Performing Arts, Bill Cosford Cinema-University of Miami, Byron Carlyle & Colony Theater - Miami Beach, Cinema Paradiso, Fontainebleau Hotel, Joseph Caleb Auditorium. Contact 954.990.8088

markyourcalendar 3RD ANNUAL GREATER KENDALL HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO! April 5th from 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM. Held at the beautiful Lexus of West Kendall Showroom next to Tamiami Airport. 15439 SW 172nd Ter Miami, Florida 33187-1372 Vendors include: free health screenings and other services from the many other vendors, chiropractors, massage therapists and educational providers, as well as food samples from local restaurants. EXHIBITORS WANTED. Call the Greater Kendall Business Association to become a sponsor or exhibitor. Check us out at www.greaterkendall. com for all the details. Contact Maggie or Pat at (305) 386-4030

WEDNESDAY, February 26 Divorce Support Group - Tired of the breakup backlash? Looking to move on? Certified Divorce Life Coach, Debbie Martinez (featured on NBC 6, Parents.com & Today in South Florida) will be leading a Divorce Support Group, 7-8PM, 7800 Red Road, Suite 223, Cost is $25 per person, Space is limited, so please call Debbie @ 305.984.5121 to RSVP Flow with Power – 6:30-7:45pm with Dave Farmar. Join internationally-known teacher and podcaster Dave Farmar for an extended Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga class. $20 or regular class packages apply. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

THURSDAY March 27 Posture & Your Health: What’ the relationship between your body structure and overall health & well-being? 7:00-7:30PM, Get the answers with Dr. Ryan Brady at the Miami Spine & Posture Clinic. 3850 Bird Rd, Suite 402B, Coral Gables in the Merrick Park Building. 305-448-2600

SATURDAY March 29 Trance~Zen~Dance - Celebrate free movement, and Self exploration. Open your centers of energy and free emotional blockages! 11:00 AM - 1:00PM.$25 Suggested Love Offering. At Cameron House. Unity On the Bay 411 NE21st Street Miami Florida 33137 . Limited space. RSVP Gloria 305 588 3685

SUNDAY, March 30 10th Annual Deering Seafood Festival on the Bay- 11am-6pm. Enjoy South Florida’s freshest seafood, cooking demos with local celebrity chefs, boat rides and a Lil’ Shrimp Kids Zone. Adults $15, children 4-14 $5 and under 4 is free admission. Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 SW 72 Ave. 305235-1668 ext. 263.

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Sombrero Beach Run- a 15K Challenge! 10K Run, 5K Walk/Run. Custom t-shirts, awards, prizes, trophies, raffles, food, drink and entertainment all at the spectacular setting of Sombrero Beach. 10K Run start 7:30am, 5K Walk/run start 8:45am. Contact 305-743-4582 52nd Annual Conch Shell Blowing Contest An Old Island Days tradition, this unique contest features novel sounds produced by contestants in several age categories as they attempt to make “music” on fluted conch shells. Contest located in the garden of the Oldest House, 322 Duval Street, free and open to all ages. 305-294-9501

MARCH 8 - 9 Marathon Seafood Festival- Fresh local seafood, vendors, entertainment, children’s area, and boat show. Marathon Community Park 200 36th St. Contact 1-800-262-7284.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Franchise for Sale- Miami-Dade and Florida Keys (English and Spanish) Magazine is for Sale. Owner retiring after 12 successful years! Established, well organized and run business with lots of potential for further growth. Call 305-5983315 and schedule a phone interview. The East Coast Organic Mattress Store Inc. Avg Yrly revenue over 1mil a year for the last 6 years. Golden opportunity We are looking for just 1 franchisee for your area. Visit www.theeastcoastorganicmattressstore.com for more info.

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Florida Keys Art Guild Art Show - “Bringing Art & the Fabulous Florida Keys Together,” as local and national artisans display original artwork between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily; free-admission show is located at the Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina, mile marker 84, bayside. Contact: Joey Smith 305-897-9098,

THURSDAY, March 20

Massage table with head rest: $500 OBO. Like New. Only used a handful of times for Reiki. Call Natural Awakenings 305-598-3315, leave email and we’ll send you a picture/details. Farmhouse Tables & Benches Custom Built – call or text 305-972-0038.

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Third Thursday Art Walk - :Showcasing the fine arts, music and culinary nuances of the Purple Isles, the Morada Way Arts & Cultural District features national and local artisans who are showcased in galleries at Morada Way between mile marker 81 and 82 - formerly named Industrial Road - as well as “culinary art” and live music from 6-10 p.m. Free. Contact Daniela Woody 305-664-9100.

SATURDAY, March 22 Woofstock- A Day of Peace, Paws & Music! An all day musical mutt mingle to celebrate and educate animal advocacy. A super adoption will take place with local rescues and shelters participating. Friendly, leashed dogs welcome! Founders Park, 87000 Overseas Highway (MM87) in Islamorada.

SATURDAY, March 29 Ocean Festival and Waterfront Craft Show - Located at the Eco-Discovery Center, 32 East Quay Road, Truman Waterfront Old Town, the festival is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., for all ages and celebrates the Keys’ marine environment. It is a fundraiser for Mote Marine Laboratory’s Coral Reef Restoration Programs. Highlights include kids’ activities, a fishing seminar for kids -- the first 100 kids under age 12 who are registered online receive a free rod -- live entertainment all day, more than 70 arts, crafts, food vendors & exhibitors as well as a silent auction. Howard Livingston and the MM 24 Band are to headline the day of fun. Roberta 305-292-7963; Jason 305-393-6022

Part-Time: Phone Sales/Appointment Setter. Natural Awakenings Miami/Florida Keys is seeking positive professionals who enjoy talking on the phone and would like to earn extra income. Ideal candidate will be self-motivated and enjoy working independently. Must have, own computer with internet access and phone. This is a unique opportunity for those looking to align with the fastest growing healthy lifestyle magazine in the region and the country. High Commission income based on actual ad sales. Call to find out more: 305-598-3315.

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sunday 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 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. Dharma Meetings – 2pm. Tibetan Buddhist Dharma Center 3239 West Trade Ave. Unit 10, Coconut Grove. FREE. 305-775-7541. 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. Jazzercise® - $5. 10am. South Miami Community Center 5800 SW 66 St. Call Cathie 305-666-5457.

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 Power Yoga Basics – 7:00-8:15pm with Salvatore Talarico, RYT. $20 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709. 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 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

Miami Center for Spiritual Living- 10:30am- Free. Non-denominational spiritual message. 2490 Coral Way, Miami, 786-206-6355.

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.

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.

Course in Miracles - 8pm. Free. 7855 SW Coral Way. Contact Mercedes 786-200-8410 or Nimia 305-261-3190.

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

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

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Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)- Bilingual Support group. 305-6661778.

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. 1-305-441-9441.

Self-Defense for Women classes- Free. Also Wed. 7:15 – 8:30 pm at Bayfront park in downtown Miami. 305-358-7550.

$55 Prenatal Massage New Location Special MM31990

• Custom built prenatal massage table, with prone or side-lying option • Massage in the convenience of your home, great for working professionals • Perfect gift for any Mommy-to-be, gift certificates available!

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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: 786282-3000. 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.

wednesday Aromatherapy Workshop – 6PM – Free. For reservations, 305 598-2822. American Apothecary of Kendall 12232 SW 132 Court, Miami FL 33186. Yoga For Busy Professionals –$18/class or package. 6:30 PM. Better Health Care Center, 7520 Red Rd. South Miami. 305-788-0777 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

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Power Vinyasa All Levels – 8:00-9:00pm with Eben Oroz, RYT. $20 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

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

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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.

Power Vinyasa All Levels – 10:30-11:30am with Crystal Long, RYT. $20 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

thursday Power Vinyasa All Levels – 8:00-9:00am with Julianne Arhee, RYT. $20 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

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,

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.

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.

Meet the Doctor. The Banyan Holistic Healthcare Center: Miami Lakes location, free orientations. Insurance accepted. Call now, (786) 888-1609.

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

Postpartum Yoga at Key Biscayne, 10:15 - $20, 305-299-7826

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

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

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

Jazzercise® - $5. M&W 6:30pm. South Miami Community Center 5800 SW 66 St. Ongoing classes available all week. Call Cathie 305-666-5457.

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Kids Yoga (4-8 Years) – 9:30-10:30am with Sophie Phillip, RYT. $10 drop-in or packages available. Bala Vinyasa Yoga. 1430 S Dixie Hwy, Ste 116, Coral Gables. 786-953-7709.

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

Power Vinyasa All Levels – 9:00-10:15am with Virginia Ansaldi, 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.

Meditation Classes in Spanish Sanacion Shakti - 5:00-6:00pm. Call today to reserve your spot. Call 786.275.4783 for more information and reservations.

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

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

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Mothers and Babies Group - for new moms, their babies and expecting mothers. Free. 1-3 p.m. Healthy Start, Gato Bldg, 1100 Simonton St., Key West. 1-305-293-7516 or 1-305-293-7511.

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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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

Nightly Sunset Celebration - Free. Enjoy a spectacular sunset entertained by the various carnival performers and vendors. Mallory Square, Key West. 1-305-292-7700.

monday Cardio-Sculpting Class 8:30-9:20am. Pirate Wellness Center, MM21.4 Cudjoe Key. 1-305744-3348 Aerobic Dance - 1-1:55pm. CoffeMill Dance. 916 Pohalski St. 1-305-296-9982. Yoga/Meditation – 8am. $7 Key Largo Community Park, MM 100 ocean side. 1-305-853-1003.

tuesday

wednesday Ancient Indian Meditation - 6:30-8:30pm. 1-305292-6958. Belly Dancing Class - $10. 7:30pm. All levels welcome.

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. Yoga/Meditation – 8:30am. $7 Key Largo Community Park, MM100 Oceanside. 1-305-853-1003.

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

thursday Water Wellness Program - 8am. $5. Yoga, Pilates and Meditation. MM 92 Oceanside. 1-305-3931162.

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

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ANGIE ANGELIS P.A.

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

OM.YASI ACUPUNCTURE

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Foreclosure protection/defense, loan modifications, short sales, real estate contracts, buyer/seller representation, title closing agent, wills, probate, real estate litigation, consumer law, traffic matters, disputes, debt settlement. See ad, page 19.

EILEEN R. YASBIN

Yasibit Teran AP, DOM 7800 SW 57 Ave Suite 124 South Miami http://www.om-yasi.com (305) 951-7923

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

“Reach a state of emotional, mental & physical balance”, I can help transform your vitality and life for the better. Services: acupuncture, Chinese herbology, cupping, electroacupuncture, moxibustion, reiki & bodytalk.

WANDA CINTRON A.P.

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

REGINA F. ZELONKER, P.A.

Mediation & Collaborative Family Law Coral Gables & Palmetto Bay 305+235-0537 zelonkerlaw.com

My practice focuses on mediation and collaborative family law to best preserve family relationships and conserve finances through respectful and effective divorce resolutions. Other areas: Prenuptial agreements and cooperative divorce.

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

Want to Feel Your best? The Benefits Of Acupuncture is the solution. Soothing, Peaceful atmosphere to help you reach your best. Some Health Plans accepted.

DROLMA KADAMPA BUDDHIST CENTER

ANGEL READINGS

1273 Coral Way, Miami 33145 (786) 529-7137 MeditationInMiami.org

ANGEL READINGS WITH DEBBIE

305-984-5121

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Turn to your angels for wisdom and guidance. Debbie is a certified Angel Messenger Practitioner who will help you get the messages you need from your angels. She is also a Reiki Master and Akashic Record reader. Follow her on Twitter: Angelinpocket

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Meditation classes, study programs, and events designed to help you transform your mind through a modern presentation of Buddhist thought, philosophy, and way of life. See ad, page 59.

COACHING BLANCA MEIRA

Life Coach and Reiki Master 305-710-3922 www.blancameira.com

Specializing in helping clients worldwide design their best life, overcome challenges and live the life they’ve imagined. Call today for your FREE consultation. See ad, page 25.

MARIJA (VUKOVIC) PARENTE Personal & Relationship Coach 917-607-5727 marija@parentecoaching.com

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TRANSFORMATION THRU DIVORCE

Debbie Martinez, M.A. 305-984-5121 debbie@thepowerofdivorcecoach.com

Specializing in divorce, family matters, life-changing events, and women’s issues. Reiki Master. See ad, page 59.

ENERGY HEALING EXIT 27 TRANSFORMATIONALHEALING

7501 E. Treasure Drive Suite 6M North Bay Village FL 33141 310-916-8827 www.exit27healing.com

Leslye Jacobs conducts healing for her clients globally. An I/O Psychologist since ‘96 with roots in regression/hypnotherapy - she has worked with healers from around the world. Her futuristic style of DNA/ energy healing accelerates vibrational frequency resulting in substantial shifts in clients health, wellbeing and relationships.

HOLISTIC HEALTH COACH GIOCONDA (YOKO) BAGNARIOL, CHHC, AADP

3828 SW 79 Ave. #107 305-728-9022 www.yokobagnariol.com

Transform your life by changing the way you eat and looking deeper into the emotions that could be sabotaging your efforts. Get a holistic nutrition counseling session to guide you step by step into the most introspective and fascinating healing experience of your life.

HOLISTIC PHYSICAL THERAPY MINSU HEALING OASIS

260 Palermo Ave Ste 1 305-455-6190 www.minsuhealingoasis.com

Minsu’s Healing Oasis, a holistic physical therapy practice, dedicated to eliminating your back and neck pain. We combine Energy Medicine with traditional physical therapy and CranioSacral therapy to help you live pain free!

HOLISTIC PSYCHOLOGY COUNSELING DANIEL R. MESCH, L.M.H.C.

975 41st St., Ste 303, Miami Beach 10300 Sunset Drive, Suite 460, Miami 305-672-0588

Dr. Mesch provides psychotherapy services including hypnosis and regression therapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups. Call to participate in our regression group. We provide services in Spanish, English and Hebrew. See ad, page 26.

LATA SONPAL, PH. D., FCHT., PA

MASSAGE AYURVEDA (INDIAN MASSAGE) BY MERCEDES LMT 73653 954 696 7209 Facebook/wellnessbymercedes

Rejuvenating, Balancing, Deep Relaxation, Improve Health and Trauma issues, Coop with Stress and Anxiety. Using hot herbalizing oils. First consultation FREE. Packages and Gift Certificates available.

MEDITATION MEDITATION AND REIKI MIAMI

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Learn the basics of meditation and reiki, center yourself and quiet your mind, Reap tremendous benefits including greater relaxation, less anxiety and maybe even a better night’s sleep.See ad, page 37.

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Dr. Sonpal, Licensed Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Fellow in Clinical Hypnotherapy, trained by and worked for Dr. Brian Weiss (Many Lives Many Masters) at the Weiss Institute for seven years. She provides psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, inclusive of Past Life Regression and Progression, to all age groups. See ad, pages 13.

SEX THERAPY PATRICIA MUNHALL, EDD, PSYA, CST, CLC http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/104719

305-461-2459-Miami Shores

Dr. Munhall brings her extensive experience of psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, and couple therapy to you also as a Certified Sex Therapist. Sex therapy may restore the connectedness in your relationship, with an emphasis on love and understanding as couples explore issues such as a lack of desire, trust issues, effects from aging, past sexual abuse, among other problems.

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Find greater peace as you journey into PAST LIVES & Higher Consciousness to discover & heal with Brian Weiss trained Past Life Regression Therapist, Catherine Patrick. 25% off with this ad! See ad, page 38.

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PATRICIA MUNHALL, EDD, PSYA, CST, CLC

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Voted “Best of” Psychotherapists by Family, Health and Counseling Magazine and “Best” Psychotherapist by the Coral Gables Gazette. Dr. Munhall counsels individuals, couples and families using a psychodynamic approach to help you obtain your goals and resolve conflicts, anxiety, depression and other problems.

INTUITIVE HEALER DEIRDRE ABRAMI

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A 6th Generation Intuitive, Deirdre offers in-person & telephone private intuitive readings, Weekly Intuitive Development class series, Certified Angel & Mediumship Workshops & Mind, Body & Soul Conferences. Visit her site for details, www.DeirdreAbrami.com

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