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A Numerology Perspective

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10 Top Wellness Trends for 2022

18 AYURVEDA’S APPROACH TO DETOX

Swedana and the Power of Ozone Therapy

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22 A BETTER

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Healthy Coffee Alternatives and Hacks

24 HIGH TIMES FOR THE CANNABIS INDUSTRY

Emerging Trends with a COVID-19 Caveat

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Moving Toward an All-EV Future this Year

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appy 2022! What a beautiful time of year— the beginning. It can mean the beginning of new opportunities to take control of your health, wellness and happiness—mind, body and spirit.

A great way to get started off on the right foot is to learn about something new from someone near. Try calling one of our many advertisers and community members in the New Year to learn about what they do.

You just might find your new wellness hero, hobby, self-care regimen, favorite food or healthy habit.

Speaking of healthy habits, you may have read the Erica Mills cover headline “Plant-Based Coffee Alternatives” and felt defensive of your morning cup of Joe. Fear not! This interesting article, “A Better Morning Jolt”, is not here to disparage the beverage. In fact, coffee has been proven to be beneficial to our health in many ways. On page 22, S TOP TRE ND IN HEA LTH learn some ways to tweak your habit to add some other PRED ICTIO NS FOR 202 2 benefits or reduce sugars.

Check out some forecasted trends in health that will continue through 2022 in our feature article, “Health in The Slow, the New Year”, on page 14. The focus on technology and But Sure Rise of Electric Vehicles virtual experiences seems to be here to stay, helping us Coffee Based PlantAlternatives access resources and practitioners in innovative ways.

Another concept that feels appropriate for this new beginning is detox. Read about Ayurveda’s unique approach to detoxing the body on page 18.

Our annual Directory issue is coming in March. Take advantage of the early bird specials before January 15. Call for details 203-885-4674 or email me at Erica@eNaturalAwakenings.com.

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or over 20 years, Tama Ordway has been creating print and digital art that generates emotion and attention.

She thoroughly enjoys the process of problem-solving, conceptualizing and making art that communicates effectively and beautifully. Ordway is the owner and Creative Director of Ripe Art, a graphic design and illustration services company.

“Because I have a personal interest and belief in holistic health and natural healing, I’m hoping to connect with and to help more naturally-minded businesses with their design needs,” says Ordway. She is offering free consultation for Natural Awakenings readers.

Businesses and individuals can connect with Ripe Art for projects including: rebranding, logo design, web ad design, business cards, newsletters, illustration, flyers and more.

Ordway studied Communications Design at Pratt School of Design, and holds a BA in Visual Arts. A few of her logos were selected for LogoLounge book 12, which is a book series featuring identity design created by noteworthy, up-and-coming designers from around the world.

For more information, email TamaOrdway@gmail.com or visit RipeArt.com. View her full portfolio at Instagram.com/ripeartwork. See ad, page 19.

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Hosted by The Transformation Center CT and facilitated

by Mataji Katie Augustyn and assisted by Janet Terban Morris, Katie Augustyn this group is open to anyone who is interested. It will be held on Saturdays, from 1 to 4pm, on the following dates: January 8, February 12 and March 12.

“In this group, you will learn that you are enough, just as you are,” says Augustyn.

“Through teachings and practices, you will experience letting go of judgment, fear, shame and guilt. You will begin to replace limiting beliefs with empowering beliefs so you can live the life you really want.”

Augustyn is the Spiritual Head of the Transformation Center CT, a Certified Professional Coach, Master Healer of One Light Healing Touch and a Certified Shamanic Practitioner. She has an MA from the Graduate Institute in Organizational Leadership and hosts the Katie Augustyn Spiritual Connection TV Show.

Morris is a Certified Health & Life Coach (CompassionateChangeCoaching.com) as well as a Wellness and Life Coach for Bundle Benefits. She is also the author of several books, guided journals, workshops and study guides that all give voice to women’s inner passions and empowerment.

For more information, call 203-820-3800, email TransformationCenterCT@gmail.com or visit TransformationCenterCT.com. Location: 7 Reimer Rd, Westport. Cost: $87 for one class; $77 each for three. See ad, page 2.

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Help and Healing Through Divine Messages

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oAnn Inserra, MS, Reiki Master Teacher of Turning Point Reiki, LLC, has created The Divine Downloads for Daily Living deck, which contains 55 oracle cards. Each card has a message from a Divine Source (that Inserra received through automatic writing) and a photograph taken by her that has been chosen specifically to enhance the energy of the message for that card.

The creation of this deck has been a labor of love through the pandemic as Inserra found grounding, connection, peace and solace by taking photos in nature and doing automatic writing during this difficult time.

The messages fall into five categories: Love, Healing, Relationships, Faith/Trust/Intuition and Trees/Nature/Path. Draw a card and receive support and guidance for the day, for the start of the new year and for life’s journey. This deck would make a wonderful gift for all occasions.

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Dr. Marvin P. Schweitzer Retires After 38 Years

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fter 38 years, Dr. Marvin P. Schweitzer, Naturopathic Doctor of the Wellness Institute in Norwalk, has announced his retirement from practice. “It is with a lot of gratitude, a touch of sadness and also excitement for the future that I announce my retirement, as of October 28, 2021, after 38 years,” Salvatore Fiorentino Schweitzer shared in a letter to his patients.

“I am also happy to announce that Dr. Salvatore Fiorentino, a Westport-based board certified Naturopathic Physician, has my trust and has agreed to work with my patients going forward. He has a passionate, deep knowledge of natural medicine, with 10 years of good outcomes in private practice,” explains Schweitzer.

“We are philosophically very much on the same page and he’s also enthusiastically learning the Asyra/QEST4 technology which he, many of my patients and I value.”

Schweitzer practiced using an eclectic blend of advanced diagnostics, cutting-edge therapies, homeopathy, energy medicines, nutritional and botanical therapy and European biological medicines.

To contact Dr. Salvatore Fiorentino, call 203-864-5762, email Info@TheCenterForNaturalHealth.com or visit TheCenterForNaturalHealth.com.

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Get Fit with Fanning Fitness

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anning Fitness, in Westport, is a health and healing ministry that strives to address each person as an individual with their own unique needs. Owner Leslie Catherine Fanning offers personal training, nutritional counseling, group classes and natural healing modalities to address the whole person, inside and out. Fanning not only addresses the physical body, but she also wants each person to become whole. This includes addressing the mind, body, spirit and soul.

“Many people have emotional roadblocks, traumas and injuries that need to be addressed so they can be directed on a path to complete and total well-being. My goal is to help each individual develop confidence, self-esteem and mastery over the mind, body, spirit and soul,” says Fanning, who has been a Certified Personal Trainer for 13 years. She is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and holds CPR/AED certifications. She has trained in martial arts for over 10 years and has a black belt.

Fanning uses unconventional training methods incorporating strength training, flexibility training, cardiorespiratory training, boxing, martial arts and dance. All training programs are tailored to the individual, according to what they are looking to accomplish.

“I can work with you if you want to rehab an injury, lose weight, gain weight/muscle, sports specific training, pre- and post-natal, seniors and more. I work with all demographics and will tailor the program to address specific goals and needs,” she explains.

For more information, call 203-898-1870, email Info@FanningFitness.com or visit FanningFitness.com. See ad, page 15.

Salt Cave Guided Meditation and Energy Healing

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he Salt Cave of Darien will be the appropriately calming backdrop for a special Guided Meditation and Energy Healing event on January 18, from 6:30 to 7:45pm.

Diane Nicosia, Certified Reiki Master Practitioner and Wellness Coach, will help participants start 2022 with a commitment to self-care.

Participants are invited to relax and rejuvenate with the natural healing therapy of Himalayan salt, while experiencing guided meditation and energy healing with a practical twist.

Over the course of the event, Nicosia will lead participants through a detailed exploration of their seven chakras Diane Nicosia (energy centers), each associated with a different part of the body, color, crystal and purpose. Chakra Insight Cards will be drawn for each participant as a tool to inspire introspection. By guiding them through visualizations of their ideal selves, Nicosia intends to combine the energy flow of chakra meditation with exercises meant to strengthen self-image and bring goals into focus. She hopes to empower participants to develop their own practices at home.

Nicosia bridges spirituality with practicality. After over 30 years working for blue-chip companies in the marketing industry, she followed her more pressing calling: using her innate gifts to help others succeed in life, love and business.

Salt Cave of Darien also has many other events and specials planned for January, available at SaltCaveOfDarien.com/special-events.

For more information, call or text 203-658-7667 or visit SaltCaveOfDarien.com.

Location: 555 Post Rd, Darien. See ad, page 2.

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Passport To Health & Wellness Expo Features Holistic Community

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he 8th Bi-Annual Passport to Health & Wellness Expo will be held May 1, from 10am to 4pm, at The Bristol DoubleTree by Hilton.

The benefit holistic fair, presented by the Holistic Community Professionals, will feature speakers on the half hour and a keynote speaker at 1pm, with more than 75 vendors and readers, free raffles all day and a grand prize of a Hilton overnight stay with breakfast for two, as well as a free drum healing closing ceremony on the patio.

Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with vendors and exhibitors as they learn about available resources to help promote healthy living and overall well-being. Visitors will have the chance to gain inspiration by visiting the booths and participating in the scheduled events.

The Passport to Health & Wellness Expo is a free event, and any door proceeds will be donated to the CT Children’s Medical Center (ConnecticutChildrens.org) and Hartford Hospitals Integrative Medicine Debbie Bator Memorial Fund. All funds will be used directly for patient care and will be matched to the maximum allowed by the grants for each organization.

Natural Awakenings is proud to be a member of The Holistic Community Professionals and a sponsor of the expo. Interested vendors can apply online at Tinyurl.com/SpringExpoVendors.

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People with chronic heart failure often struggle with fatigue, making simple daily tasks difficult, but a new Iranian study suggests that lavender and valerian may help counter this symptom. Researchers divided 120 patients with heart failure into three groups that were given either a 530milligram valerian root capsule, lavender aromatherapy or routine care. In a two-week period, people taking either of the herbal therapies reported significantly less fatigue than the control group.

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A natural compound called fenchol, found in basil and other plants, may help to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by preventing toxic proteins from accumulating in the brain, report researchers from the University of South Florida. In a new study published in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, researchers reported that a sensing mechanism called the FFAR2 receptor on short-chain fatty acids in the gut microbiome reduces neurotoxicity in a brain with Alzheimer’s. After screening more than 144,000 natural compounds to find those that activate that receptor, they discovered that the fenchol in basil bound to it the best. Fenchol was also found to clear harmful amyloid protein from the brain much faster than other compounds and to prevent the formation of half-dead, inflammatory “zombie cells” found in deteriorating brains. Future research will focus on on whether fenchol is best delivered through basil itself, a nasal application spray or a pill.

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The Powerful Energy of 2022: A Numerology Perspective

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e have The Global entered Year of the 6 the Adding those digits global year 2022. We together (2 + 2 + 2) will never have the gives us the global vibration of three year of the 6, with 2s in our lifetime its tender energy of again. What does it compassion, love, all mean? support, family and When a numcommunity. Most ber contains two importantly this year, of the same digits, we must find a loving, it’s called a master unjudgmental and number. When it empowering union contains three of within ourselves. the same digits, the Along with the energy has triple the power of the three power and mastery.

2s, we might predict The Journey of the Swan by Greer Jonas a time of additional In numerology, 2 represents love and relationships of all understanding, acceptance and healing— kinds—our interaction with partners, rising up to fight injustice and unrest. We friends and family, and how we deal with could see more marriages, births, reunions business associates. and new business partnerships.

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To every number there is a shadow, which is often necessary in order to move forward rather than stagnating. With the 2s and 6, we may find conflict of all kinds in the shadow—in communications, in social unrest that leads to more violence, and in political discord of views and power.

The shadow of every number gives us a lesson and an opportunity to shift and change. If we ignore that lesson, we can continue on a path of mediocrity and lack of personal, mental and spiritual growth.

Find Your Personal Year in 2022 What will happen for us in the global year of connection and relationships is different for each of us, depending on our birthday and our outlook on life.

In numerology, your personal year reflects the theme that’s specific to you.

To calculate it, add the digits in your birth month and day to those in the current year. Then reduce the sum by adding the digits in that number until you get a number with a single digit. (The exceptions are numerology’s master numbers—11, 22 and 33—which should not be reduced.)

The calculation should look like this: Once you’ve calculated your personal year, read the brief description of its

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Health in the New Year 10 Top Wellness Trends for 2022

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very new year marks the convergence of endings and beginnings—an opportunity to assess where we’ve been and anticipate where we’re going. As this dynamic relates to our health, this year promises an intensification in the development and adoption of several trends that have been years in the making.

Plant-Based Foods Take Center Stage The consensus among researchers is that filling our plates with colorful vegetables and fruits improves health and reduces our risk of developing a number of chronic degenerative diseases.

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flammation, increase your body’s production of antioxidants and vitamins and help maintain the integrity of the gut lining so that you don’t get leaky gut and, therefore, inflammation,” says boardcertified neurologist David Perlmutter, author of Grain Brain and four other New York Times bestsellers.

Awareness of the devastating effects of industrialized meat production is also accelerating. “Avoiding animal products is probably the first and most important ethical choice one can make,” says Princeton University bioethics professor Peter Singer, author of the seminal Animal Liberation. “That’s going to dramatically lower your carbon footprint. You will no longer be complicit in the suffering of tens of billions of factory-farmed animals, and you won’t be contributing to the increasing risks of viruses being bred in factory farms.”

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According to market “Core concepts like being present in the moment or Telemedicine Will analysis firm CB Insights, taking in the other person in an empathetic way are Continue After the “As COVID-19 spread Pandemic rippling out into so many aspects of life.” across the globe, shifting According to management –Leslie Davenport consumer behavior and consultants McKinsey and virus outbreaks in factories has dealt major blows to the meat Company, when COVID-19 began, the level of telemedicine supply chain, with the beef industry alone facing an estimated increased in America 78-fold, peaking in April 2020. Although $13.6 billion in losses.” Several U.S. meat processing plants were it has been declining since then, the use of telemedicine is still forced to close their doors. at a 38-fold increase compared to pre-pandemic times. “While In response, a growing inventory of plant-based alternative it has leveled off, we are going to see persisting use of teleproteins is emerging, offering new products that seek to mimic medicine in situations that involve basic communication with the experience of eating a juicy hamburger (Beyond Meat and a patient,” says Perlmutter, citing compelling attributes such as Impossible Foods) or crispy chicken nugget (Simulate). Banza cost savings, convenience and a lower carbon footprint because makes high-protein pasta from chickpeas. Retail sales of plantpeople don’t have to commute to a doctor’s office. based meals in the U.S. have grown by 25.5 percent over the past two years, and other manufacturers joining the field are Plantible Wearable Devices and Home Foods, Rebellyous Foods, Livekindly and InnovoPro. A recent Testing Empower Patients survey found that 36 percent of consumers intend to increase their Perlmutter also anticipates an amplification of the use of wearable consumption of alternative protein sources in the near future. devices and home testing to provide biometric data that informs Perlmutter cautions, “Just because they’re plant-based doesn’t people about their health status and inspires them to modify give them full sanction. They may contain unfermented soy, lifestyle choices. The Oura Ring records the time it takes to get to which may not be non-GMO or organic, and per an article in sleep, how many times the wearer awakens during the night and the New York Times, their carbon footprint may be a lot higher how much time they spend in REM and deep sleep. This informain production of these products than we have been led to betion enables people to modify day-to-day activities to improve the lieve. Do a little research on these manufactured foods and go quality and quantity of sleep. for plant-based options that aren’t processed. Shop the periphApple Watch aficionados are increasingly relying on the ery of the grocery store.”

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device’s biofeedback features, including its newest metric, blood oxygenation, while diabetics and non-diabetics alike employ continuous glucose monitoring systems to pinpoint how lifestyle choices like food, exercise and sleep affect blood sugar levels.

“That is not only trending now, but will increase quite dramatically as consumers push to learn more about themselves,” Perlmutter predicts. “No longer is this information going to be siloed in the doctor’s office. People are becoming more and more empowered to learn this data about themselves and act on it.”

Learning to Improve Genetic Expression “Our evolving understanding of epigenetics—how we can change our gene expression—is bringing more people on board to the idea that our lifestyle choices matter,” Perlmutter says. “When I went to medical school, we thought our DNA was locked in a glass case and that it would determine everything about us. Nowadays, we know that the expression of more than 70 percent of our DNA that codes for health and longevity is under our control and influenced by our lifestyle choices. The food we eat, whether or not we slept well last night, the stress in our lives, whether or not we spent time in nature—all of these things, moment-to-moment, change our gene expression. Holy Toledo! We now know that certain lifestyle choices are good for you because they favorably change gene expression.

They teach it in med school now. It’s a breathtaking reality.”

Harnessing the Power of Low-Level Stress Life hackers and high-performance junkies are looking to leverage something called hormesis, which involves introducing low-level stress to the body for a positive outcome, so that when the body repairs itself from that condition, it doesn’t just repair back to the previous level, but to a new one with an advantage. This includes exposing the body to a hot sauna or cold exposure through cryotherapy, as well as intermittent fasting or time-restricted eating. “People are starting to see how good things happen when we engage in things that push us in places that are perhaps a little bit uncomfortable, activating mechanisms that help with metabolic health, immunity, cognitive function and even the growth of new brain cells,” Perlmutter explains.

Mental Health Destigmatized When U.S. gymnast Simone Biles dropped out of the 2021 Summer Olympic Games citing mental health challenges, she created an opening for other people to speak up. If a world champion could reveal her vulnerability on the global stage when the stakes were so high, certainly so could they. Her compelling story is emblematic of an emerging trend: Mental health is gradually becoming destigmatized.

“It’s becoming acceptable to talk about our feelings and ask for help, and this trend is shattering unhealthy cultural myths, like the erroneous assumption that if we talk about our emotions we’re going to fall into a pit of despair and sadness,” says Licensed Integrative Psychotherapist Leslie Davenport, the author of Emotional Resiliency in the Era of Climate Change. “There’s a boldness among younger generations that are challenging the status quo 16

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and demanding to be accepted as they are. Tucking away anything that might not be socially acceptable is a part of the past. Kids want their families and adults to accept and love them exactly as they are.” On Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, #itsoknottobeok is a popular hashtag.

Mental health surveys show that ecoanxiety in particular is prevalent among the young. Late last year, scientists at the University of Bath, in England, interviewed 10,000 youth between the ages of 16 and 25 across 10 continents. In the U.S., 68 percent said that the future was frightening. Almost half admitted that they had distressing feelings related to climate change on a daily basis, 42 percent believed that the things they valued most would be destroyed and 35 percent feared that their family security would be threatened.

monthly fee. Notable therapy apps include BetterHelp.com, OnlineTherapy.com, BrightSide.com and Calmerry.com. For meditation, Calm.com, InsightTimer.com and HeadSpace.com are dominating the field.

Virtual Experiences Are Here to Stay Many people that were devastated by isolation and loneliness during the pandemic sought social engagement via streaming and app-enabled webinars, exercise routines or art classes. Suddenly, virtual

conferences attracted participants from all over the world. Davenport relishes the fact that she was able to take tap dancing classes from a renowned New York City teacher, even though she lives in Washington State. “In a surprising silver lining, we’ve come to appreciate the convenience of these virtual experiences, which we likely wouldn’t have attended in person before the pandemic.”

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A Surge in Coaching According to Davenport, “In addition to therapy becoming more acceptable, I’ve seen coaching become more common as another option in which people don’t have to examine their past and can instead look forward. A coach can help them make sense of their life, set goals and hold them accountable.”

Mindfulness Becomes Ubiquitous In a few decades, mindfulness practices have catapulted from Buddhist monasteries to corporate boardrooms and have become a billion-dollar industry in the U.S. with an 11 percent annual growth rate. “Mindfulness has been emerging for a while, but at this point, it’s a household word,” Davenport says. “People are talking about mindful eating or mindful conversations.

Core concepts like being present in the moment or taking in the other person in an empathetic way are rippling out into so many aspects of life.”

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AYURVEDA’S APPROACH TO DETOX Swedana and the Power of Ozone Therapy

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yurveda is the world’s oldest healing system, having been practiced in India for over 5,000 years. It is called “mother of all sciences” and defines health as a balance of body, mind and spirit. One way to maintain this balance is to embark on a detox program—preferably seasonally, as seasonal changes cause a burden on the body and detoxing assists in cleansing and adjusting to those changes.

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The cornerstone of an Ayurvedic detoxification program is a treatment called Panchakarma. The process involves five therapies which loosen deep-seated toxins and move them from the tissues to the lymph system so that they can be excreted from the body, either through the skin, urine or feces. As toxins are fat soluble, oils are used to help loosen them.

The five therapies are: Abhyanga (fullbody oil massage), Shirodhara (oil drip on the pineal gland or third eye to balance hormones), Nasya (nasal oil drip), Swedana (herbal steam with ozone) and Basti (oil and herb enema). Swedana will be highlighted here.

Swedana takes place after the full-body oil treatment. The objective is to remove the toxins from the body through sweating, after the oil treatment has dislodged them.

Swedana is administered when the patient is seated in a steam chamber, with their head exposed, and includes the pumping in of ozone as an added detoxifier, along with medicinal herbs specific to the patient’s condition.

Pathogens cannot survive at high temperatures or in the presence of ozone, and the combination of the two provides an accelerated detox. Ozone, in particular, has multiple mechanisms of action that stimulate detoxification and provide healing.

Ozone is one of the most powerful healing therapies. It reduces inflammation

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by mobilizing the body’s antioxidant defense mechanism and immobilizing free radicals that are usually causing damage to our bodies.

We know that an adequate amount of oxygen is critical for all bodily functions. Without that amount, the body does not function at its optimal level and becomes vulnerable to pathogens and illness.

Ozone is very effective in the destruction of all pathogens. It kills bacteria by interfering with the bacterium cell metabolism and it destroys viruses by diffusing through the protein coat, causing viral RNA damage. At a specific concentration and duration of use, it is estimated that ozone kills 99.99 percent of lipid viruses and bacteria.

By activating cytokines, the immune related messenger molecules, ozone is a potent immune system regulator. The balancing of overactive or underactive immune systems can be helpful in addressing all chronic or acute infections.

During a Swedana treatment, the steam opens the skin pores and the ozone seeps through to reach the fat, lymph and blood cells, thereby allowing toxins to be released. The body is detoxed and oxygenated at the same time.

In addition, ozone increases the amount of oxygen in our red blood cells thereby increasing our energy level. And, by repairing and rejuvenating the body at the cellular level, ozone is one of the most powerful anti-aging therapies.

Swedana, with ozone, increases circulation, reduces inflammation, relaxes muscles, rejuvenates tissues, relieves stress and improves digestion and mobility. Since toxins are stored in fat tissue, their removal results in the loss of fat as well. Swedana can be used individually in the treatment of many chronic conditions or in combination with the other components of Panchakarma for a fully effective detoxification program.

It is important to undertake a detox program with a practitioner who has experience with the process. Just as self-medicating has pitfalls, so too does detoxing. While detoxing on one’s own may be tempting, it may result in an adverse reaction if done too quickly, with incorrect components or without attention to supporting the organs of excretion (liver and kidneys). And, as each one of us is a unique individual, a regimen that works for one person may not work for another.

With Ayurveda, the whole person is taken into account and a regimen is prepared particularly for that person’s unique and individual constitution, with progress monitored throughout.

Ayurveda treats the body, mind and spirit to achieve balance, harmony and total health. Complete, overall wellness is the goal.

Dr. Neeru N. Kaushik, ND, MA, MS, MSAc, is the Director of the Institute for Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Therapies, located in Fairfield, which uses ozone with steam as part of the Swedana treatment of Panchakarma. Diet, supplements, herbal medicine, homeopathy, lifestyle counseling and more may also be included in a detoxing regimen and treatment plan. Connect at 203-331-9111, DrKaushik@AyurvedicInstituteCT.com or AyurvedicInstituteCT. com. See ad, page 16.

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oughly 88 percent of people are currently metabolically unhealthy and carrying one or more diagnoses of chronic health conditions. Regardless of race or culture, humans innately carry the medicine of lineages of ancestors who wove Earth’s wisdom like healing tapestries. As modern times have uprooted us from these essential connections, the consequences have been dire. Like the domesticated animals on the verge of extinction, our inner fires have been extinguished, creating insufferable physical and psychological illness.

From the shamanic perspective, all physical illness is an expression of energetic imbalance. If one were a villager and went to a shaman, or medicine person, presenting with any ailment, they would be asked four questions: When did you stop singing? When did you stop dancing? When did you stop believing in the magic of storytelling? When did you stop finding comfort in silence?

It has been said that trauma isn’t what happened to us; it’s what happened inside of us because of what happened to us. Trauma is residual energy stuck in the connective tissues of the body. The energy blockages wreak havoc on the brain and body, suffocating cells and obstructing life flow, creating fertile ground for illnesses to breed.

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To ReWild means to return to our natural processes and rhythms, to restore and reclaim the essence of humanness.

By freeing ourselves from domestication and social conditioning, we can reconnect with our roots, rekindle our instincts and reclaim our inherent curiosity, passion, ingenuity, instinctual wisdom, boundless joy and potent self-healing capacities that are critical for physical, energetic, psychological and spiritual well-being.

Years ago, our ancestors spent their days rising with the sun, hunting under the light of the sun, eating their harvest, then fasting and retiring to sleep with the sunset. They didn’t rely on clocks, calendars or to-do lists. They listened to their intuition and the voice of nature. They regularly gathered as tribes for ceremonies and rituals with dancing, singing and storytelling intended for healing and celebration, as they knew those practices move stuck energy. They cultivated many moments of stillness and silence to commune with nature and their own inner landscapes.

Our human bodies have been designed to live in a harmonious relationship with nature’s cycles. For instance, women’s menstrual cycles are in sync with the moon cycles every 28 days. We have a circadian rhythm—a 24hour cycle that corresponds to light and dark that both produces and regulates hormones, specifically insulin, cortisol and melatonin. eNaturalAwakenings.com

We were built to utilize natural vitamin D infusions from the sun’s electromagnetic field—the source of our cells’ mitochondrial coding. We are built to metabolize a diet of healthy fats and proteins, and to fast periodically to induce our innate self-healing mechanism known as autophagy, which allows us to naturally clean out sick cells like cancer, and to clean the plaque from our brains. We also have internal seasons that mirror the Earth’s seasons—each of which carries its own energy, emotion and element.

Today, humans are experiencing “evolutionary mismatch”— meaning that the demands of our modern lifestyle are at odds with our inherent genetic programming. This is precisely why so many of us feel completely disoriented, disconnected, devoid of a purpose and sick.

During the day, we are indoors sitting at a desk for eight to 10 hours per day. We stay up late at night staring at computer screens in brightly, artificially lit rooms. We sleep erratically, eat highly processed carbohydrates that carry a shelf life of 20 years and use birth control to shut down our natural menstrual cycles. Our nervous systems are stuck in hyperarousal, and “flight-or-fight” is just how we live, as though we are in constant imminent danger.

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rom witchy incantations in Shakespeare’s Macbeth to ancient Sanskrit mantras; from the stirring speeches of Martin Luther King, Jr. to the divinely inspired poetry of the Sufis, words have bridged the chasm between the visible and the invisible since the dawn of human language. They have the capacity to conjure change, rock the boat, manipulate mood and alter the inner landscape.

According to language research center Ethnologue, there are more than 7,000 languages in the world. We use words every day to communicate, to learn, to teach, to bond with kindred souls

and to win opinion wars on social media. We can use words as medicine or weapons, and we too often forget their power.

Many religious texts draw attention to the spoken word, especially in creation stories and the creative capacity of deity. In the Vedanta Sutra, an ancient Vedic text, the phrase anavritti sabdat translates to “by sound vibration, one becomes liberated.” Consider what it would be like if we each made a daily commitment to use everyday words as a conscious tool for healing—a practical form of spiritual discipline from which everyone might benefit.

In our age of rapidly developing technology and jam-packed schedules, the spoken word is becoming a casualty in the daily blur of abbreviated texts and emojis. Forty percent of the world’s languages are on the threshold of extinction, and so is the language of everyday courtesy and compassion. “Sticks and stones will break my bones, but words will never hurt me,” the old saying goes, but words do hurt, chipping away at our mental health in the classroom, on the checkout line at the supermarket and in our social media newsfeeds.

Negativity-overwhelm has become the norm. If the mystics of old are correct regarding the energetic impact of our words, thoughts and self-talk, incredible power awaits on the tip of our tongues. With a little bit of attention and intention, there’s so much we might be able to create for ourselves and others.

Words are seeds, and we can sow life-sustaining gardens for generations to follow. Consider what to plant today.

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ost Americans enjoy a daily dose of coffee, and an increasing body of research indicates it’s not a bad habit to have. Meanwhile, a growing number of people are adapting their morning drink rituals to incorporate ingredients ranging from matcha to mushrooms in search of additional health benefits.

“After many years of research, we have concluded that coffee can be a fantastic additive to the diet. Coffee consumption is associated with a decrease in all-cause mortality, risk of cardiovascular death and stroke,” says Claudia Hleap, a registered dietician nutritionist in Philadelphia.

Regular coffee consumption is also correlated with a decreased risk of Type 2 diabetes, potentially due to its naturally containing polyphenols, which are plant compounds with protective antioxidant properties. The caffeine in coffee, as well as in tea and cocoa, can also boost short-term metabolism and brain function.

As with most things in life, moderation is key; overconsumption of coffee can result in insomnia, irritability, gastrointestinal issues and other short-lived side effects. “Caffeine intake may negatively impact sleep duration and quality, which is essential for optimal health,” says Hleap. “Coffee can also serve as a vessel for added sugars and unhealthy fats in the diet if you are adding sweeteners and artificial creamers.”

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roasted ground chicory root, are a favorite for Lauren O’Connor, a Los Angeles registered dietitian nutritionist and author of Healthy Cooking for One. “Chicory is caffeine-free, acid-free and a gutfriendly alternative to coffee,” she says. “It also has a robust, roasted taste that can satisfy those who desire more than an herbal tea. Date ‘coffee’, made from date seed, also has a deep, rich flavor.”

Some chicory tea blends also incorporate roasted dandelion root, which has been used by herbalists for centuries to enhance the body’s detoxifying functions, particularly of the liver. Golden milk, a traditional Indian beverage associated with Ayurvedic medicine, is another flavorful alternative with numerous health benefits. Recipes vary, but golden milk is typically prepared by heating milk or a plant-based milk alternative along with turmeric, black pepper, ginger, cinnamon, honey, vanilla and/or cardamom.

“These warming spices go above a simple caffeine replacement to provide powerful anti-inflammatory benefits,” says Trista Best, a registered dietitian in Dalton, Georgia.

Best also recommends matcha, a traditional Japanese drink made from powdered, young, green tea leaves whisked in water as a coffee alternative with less caffeine and other added benefits. Because the tea leaves are essentially consumed in powder form rather than just steeped in water, matcha contains more catechins, an important antioxidant, than a typical preparation of green tea. “The L-theanine, an amino acid, in matcha is known to improve brain health, which shows itself through improved memory, attention and reaction time,” notes Best.

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Rather than swap out coffee altogether, some java lovers are bettering their beloved beans with healthy add-ons such as powdered mushrooms, ghee and spices.

Spices like cinnamon and cardamom have been added to coffee and black tea for centuries in the Middle East and Asia to enhance both flavor and health. Cinnamon, for example, may help lower blood sugar, in addition to having antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

Mushroom coffee is another popular “coffee-plus” beverage which combines the flavor and energy boost of java with the benefits of medicinal fungi like turkey tail, lion’s mane and chaga, boosting the immune system and potentially warding off serious health conditions like dementia and cancer.

Because caffeine can stay in the bloodstream for up to 10 hours, staying clear of all caffeinated drinks in the later hours of the day will help ensure a better night’s sleep. When a mid-afternoon slump hits, a brisk walk followed by a cup of a flavorful herbal tea like Rooibos or lemongrass can wake up the body and the brain naturally.

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Rather than swap out coffee altogether, some java lovers are bettering their beloved beans with healthy add-ons such as powdered mushrooms, ghee and spices.

“A healthy addition to coffee can include coconut oil, collagen or butter. These can add some fat and protein content, which will provide more energy while also jumpstarting your metabolism at the beginning of the day,” says holistic health coach Virginia Gruhler. Ghee, a clarified butter that originated in ancient India, has been touted as a “keto-friendly” way to help neutralize the acidity of coffee while adding healthy fats and nutrients.

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3 cups organic, natural milk such as oat, almond, coconut, hemp or another 2 tsp ground turmeric powder ½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 Tbsp coconut oil (skip if using a full-fat coconut cream or milk) ¼ tsp ground ginger powder Dash of black pepper Maple syrup, agave syrup or honey to taste Optional, but luxurious and delicious: Pinch of ground cardamom (about ⅛ tsp or just under) Dash of vanilla extract or vanilla powder Pinch of ground nutmeg (about ⅛ tsp or just under) Gently heat milk of choice in a pot on the stovetop over medium heat. Once it’s warm, add the suggested spices, oil and sweetener.

Use a whisk to thoroughly combine all of the ingredients. Depending on the type of milk used, vigorous whisking may create a nice, latte-like “foam”. Continue to heat for about five minutes, whisking occasionally. Serve immediately and enjoy it warm.

Golden milk is also delicious cold over ice, although oil is not recommended to use in this case. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat leftovers on the stovetop (rather than in a microwave) to preserve maximum nutritional value.

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High Times for the Cannabis Industry Emerging Trends with a COVID-19 Caveat

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t’s fair to say that the cannabis industry has arrived. Recreational marijuana has now been approved in 17 states, and 37 have allowed marijuana for medical purposes. “We have CBD!” proclaim store signs selling the buzz-free cannabidiol. In 2020, more than 240,000 people worked in cannabis-related jobs. The Brightfield Group says the medical cannabis industry will reach $16 billion in annual U.S. sales by 2025. Cannabis market research firm Headset predicts this will be “a year of positive growth” for the industry.

Legalization and expansion are strongly in line with public sentiment: Two-thirds of Americans believe marijuana should be legal, says the Pew Research Center. Opposition has fallen from 52 percent in 2010 to just 32 percent by the end of 2019.

“Dispensaries and cannabis cafés are as commonplace as Starbucks, and ordering edibles is as easy as getting pizza,” reports marketing firm Grassfed Media. The National Retail Federation noted a 700 percent increase in the demand for CBD-based products in 2019.

One caveat, however, is COVID-19. Ron Newman, a sustainable development analyst with Lee Enterprises Consulting, says the hemp/CBD business was flat during 2020 because of the pandemic. “With the economic situation, people were buying only essentials,” 24

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he says. “But we’re seeing the business start to come back now.” With COVID-19 recovery, more growth is certain, and here are some upcoming trends.

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the active ingredient in marijuana that gets the user high. The natural compound CBD—said to have healing and pain/anxiety relief properties—is being heavily marketed in the form of oils, edibles (including gummy bears and lollipops), oral sprays, creams and pills. The third-most popular food-related Google search term in 2018 was “CBD gummies”.

CBD dietary supplements are the biggest category, followed by topical applications and third, food and beverage additives.

THC is still illegal in many parts of the U.S., but CBD cultivation and sales were legalized by the 2018 Farm Bill. California offers a model for the states in regulating cannabis. Both medicinal cannabis and adult recreational use are legal, but the industry is strictly regulated by the Department of Cannabis Control to ensure that businesses operate safely and that products are free from contamination, properly labeled and kept away from children.

Research into cannabis is an emerging field, with 23,000 papers published since 2010, and Grassfed believes that some future products will be based on “other cannabinoids and terpenes such as CBN, CBG, THCA and THCV.” In addition, strains labeled indica, sativa or hybrid, or with names like Gorilla Glue and Wedding Crasher, may increasingly be replaced by a scientifically supported classification system.

Bar & Restaurant magazine wants its bartenders to know there might be THC-free CBD cocktails on their future bar menus.

It reports that these drinks are “a legal grey area; federally they’re illegal, but some states have their own CBD-related laws.” The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says flatly, “It is currently illegal to market CBD by adding it to a food or labeling it as a dietary supplement,” but the agency has said it is considering relaxing this prohibition.

There’s a Wild West quality to the CBD/ hemp industry today. An FDA study found many CBD products to be mislabeled, with either more or less CBD than indicated. A significant number contained THC. And then there are the laws, with federal

prohibitions and state regulations, that can be quite different. For instance, New York bans CBD products with more than 0.3 percent THC, and bans CBD from any alcohol or tobacco product. So determining whether any specific product is “legal” or not in different locations is complex.

But marketing benefits are plain. Wynk alcohol-free seltzer says it has “2.5 milligrams of THC and 2.5 milligrams of CBD in every can.” Wynk alcohol-free seltzer says it has “2.5 milligrams of THC and 2.5 milligrams of CBD in every can.” However, Wynk is not widely available. Casey Coughlin, Wynk brand manager, says, “We only sell Wynk through the dispensary channel, which is highly regulated on a state-by-state basis. So, although CBD and THC beverages are not federally legal, they are at the state level under regulation.”

Jody McGinness, executive director of the Hemp Industries Association, says the FDA doesn’t actually have strong enforcement powers, and that the worst thing CBD/THC legal violators can expect from the agency is a warning letter posted on the FDA website.

Gregg Sturz, co-founder of Floridabased CBD Hemp Experts, a leading wholesale provider of cannabis-derived products, says he expects the FDA to eventually approve CBD for use in dietary supplements. “I don’t think they’re trying to shut the industry down, just come up with some clear guidelines,” he says.

The legal status of THC is such a question mark that, according to Investopedia’s Marijuana Investing Guide, large banks “are currently afraid of money-laundering charges they may face if they work with these businesses … The American Bankers’ Association has been pushing for more legal clarity.”

Newman, who studies the medicinal uses of CBD, notes that in some cases it’s being marketed as a topical analgesic for pain relief, when actually the other proven ingredients in analgesics—including methanol and camphor—are doing the heavy lifting. This situation has also produced FDA warning letters, because if CBD is claimed to relieve pain, then it is required to go through a new drug application process for efficacy.

In 2018, the FDA approved Epidiolex,

an oral solution with CBD as an active ingredient, used for the treatment of rare and severe forms of epilepsy. While it’s the only approved product so far, studies suggest CBD might be useful for anxiety, insomnia, skin protection and addiction.

McGinness sees the major growth area for cannabis-related products not in CBD, but in industrial hemp fiber. As hemp growers gear up in the Midwest after decades of federal bans, they’re likely to expand beyond cottage clothing companies into such areas as auto and industrial parts

and building materials, he says.

“Hemp products made in a green way create fewer emissions,” McGinness says.

“And the bioplastics made from hemp are lighter-weight, which increases fuel efficiency. I expect we’ll see heartland industrial hemp grow so much it will make CBD look like a niche.”

Jim Motavalli is a Connecticut-based journalist who writes about the environment, cars and music. He can be contacted via JimMotavalli.com.

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nsiders agree that the idea of fitness is changing, and this means an exciting wave of trackers and apps that go beyond achieving the ultimate six-pack abs. “So many of us want a nice exterior, but now more than ever, we realize how important it is that the interior match that exterior,” says Dominic Kennedy, a Los Angeles trainer and founder of the Dominic Effect, an app that provides fitness workouts, customized meal plans and mind-body tools like meditation, yoga and affirmations.

The industry of wearable technology has been expanding since the advent of the FitBit Tracker in 2014, and the trend is not slowing down. Current fitness wearables even include rings that offer more detailed biometric data including blood pressure, heart rate, sleep and calories burned. With some smartwatches now priced under $50, it’s clear why the business marketing firm Grandview Research predicts significant annual growth for such products for the next six years.

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For this year, fitness and wellness choices will focus more on practical effectiveness within the new normal. “I see that most don’t want to spend hours in the gym. The way life is now, we do things differently: home gyms, home office, home childcare,” notes Kennedy.

The world of fitness is extending beyond the gym, taking inventory of all the aspects that factor into maintaining wellness. “This year, fitness is all about making workouts work for you and your lifestyle. Whether it be wearable technology, customized online personal training apps or mindset workouts that work on getting your

mind in gear, 2022 has me excited,” says Stephanie Mansour, a Chicago-based fitness coach and host of the national PBS fitness and wellness show Step it Up with Steph. “I think we’re going to be focusing on habits and other areas of life like food, sleep and mindset that contribute to the effectiveness of workouts.”

She also foresees people picking up inspiration from hardcore fitness devotees that share more of their personal daily habits such as journaling, affirmations and how they stay committed to investing in health.

Bringing a water bottle to a yoga class or slipping on activewear is becoming digitalized, making it easier to target overall health.

Staying hydrated based on individual needs is effortless using a Thermos app-connected hydration bottle with a smart lid that tracks daily intake. Mansour’s favorite fitness ally is clothing inlaid with resistance bands. “You can actually get in a workout while doing everyday activities with this resistance apparel. I love how resistance bands are built into these pants so my daily walk, yoga session or washing dishes and doing laundry turns into a workout because my muscles engage and work harder,” she says.

More Support, Less Pressure Kennedy sees a sense of community taking root since the start of pandemic, especially via online forums and groups centered on health and fitness. “We spend so much time on the internet and social media, and during the pandemic, it was a huge outreach that will continue to grow since you can do it right from your computer or phone.”

New Jersey-based fitness trainer Nadia Murdock sees a trend of prioritizing ourselves without all-too-common feelings of guilt. The founder of Core Program, designed to help entrepreneurial mothers take charge of their health and fitness, she warns about the possible trigger effect of digital trackers that use pop-up screens or reminders about daily steps. “I would suggest asking yourself why you want to use a tracker. Once you have identified the reason, you can now seek out alternative options that may cause less pressure,” she says. To stay accountable without mental anguish, she suggests using a multisport watch that offers the perk of real-time audio coaching.

Kennedy concurs, saying, “The point is not to cause any more anxiety and to create a safe space. We should not be obsessing about weight and putting ourselves down, but finding a space that will lift our spirits.”

Despite the benefits of the latest technology and extras, Mansour reminds us to adhere to “tried and true methodologies like regular workouts that you enjoy, eating nutritious foods and taking care of your mental health through meditation, stressreduction techniques and getting adequate sleep.”

Maya Whitman writes about natural health and living a more beautiful life. Connect at Ekstasis28@gmail.com.

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The Electric Vehicle Revolution Moving Toward an All-EV Future this Year

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lmost certainly, electric cars are in everyone’s future. Not only are automakers—from General Motors and Volvo to Rolls-Royce and Bentley—pledging to stop producing gas and diesel cars, but a long list of countries in Europe and Asia plus three U.S. states are planning to ban them by 2040 or earlier, often citing climate change imperatives.

This wouldn’t be happening if electrification technology was standing still. Instead, it’s made rapid progress to the point that electric vehicles (EV) are more often than not better cars than their internal combustion counterparts. A range of 300 miles or more (the top model of the luxurious Lucid Air claims 520) has become commonplace, and the inherent properties of electric motors—such as lots of low-end torque—means they’re very fast off the line. The Rimac Nevera, an EV supercar, reaches 60 mph in an incredible 1.85 seconds.

But there’s more. Fuel and service costs have been dramatically reduced with EVs. A 2018 University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute study pegged the average cost to operate an EV at $485 a year, compared to $1,117 for a gas-operated car, and battery packs and electric motors take up less space than engines, transmissions and radiators. This means larger passenger compartments with more legroom and no center “hump”, and storage up front (the so-called “frunk”), as well as behind. Designers are even able to ditch the grille—a feature shared by all but a few air-cooled cars on the market.

EVs Get More Affordable The high cost of EVs has been off-putting. The Tesla Model S Plaid Edition, made in California, starts at $129,990, the Arizona-produced Lucid sells for up to $170,000, and the Croatianmade Rimac costs $2.4 million. That’s one reason EV penetration is low—accounting for only 2 percent of U.S. sales in 2020. By last year, there were almost 1.8 million EVs on American roads—three times the number of 2016—but affordable cars would make the numbers grow much faster. The federal $7,500 federal income tax credit for EVs helps, but it has a 200,00028

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unit sales cap, and General Motors and Tesla have already met it. Some states, and especially EV-friendly California, have generous additional incentives, and a proposed increase in the tax credit from $7,500 to $12,500 is under consideration by Congress.

Battery pack costs—the key reason EVs are expensive—went down an average of 16 percent per year between 2007 and 2020, the University of Pennsylvania reports. And that has created cheaper electric vehicles such as the Chevrolet Bolt ($31,995), Hyundai Kona ($34,000), Mini Cooper SE ($30,750), Nissan Leaf ($32,620) and Tesla Model 3 ($41,190).

The big news for truck fans is that the country’s bestselling vehicle for many years, the Ford F-150 pickup, will have a battery electric variant called the Lightning on the market this spring with a price under $40,000.

For some people, hybrid or plug-in hybrid vehicles are a better choice. They’re certainly cheaper. Toyota’s long-lived Prius (with 58 mpg city/53 highway) starts at $24,525. And there’s an appealing Ford hybrid truck, too—the Maverick—at $19,995.

It went on sale late last year.

These “green” trucks are undoubtedly better for the environment than their gas and diesel counterparts. Greenhouse gas production is directly tied to fuel economy, and some versions of the current F-150 pickup get only 15 mpg combined. The only emissions from its EV counterpart and battery trucks like it will be from the generation of the electricity to run them. The Maverick hybrid gets 40 mpg in city driving.

In 2020, researchers in England and Holland said that driving an EV is better for the environment in 95 percent of the world—the exception would be in areas with very dirty coal-based grids. For a complete lifecycle analysis, it’s necessary to factor in the effects of manufacturing, the mining of rare earth minerals, the makeup

of the local grid, end-of-life recycling and other factors. EVs do have slightly higher greenhouse gas production from recycling (1.8 tons versus 2.4 tons) because of battery processing, a Chinese study says.

But that same study reports that complete lifecycle emissions for EVs are 18 percent lower.

The good news is that many of the factors that go into lifecycle analysis are getting better for EVs. Renewable energy is the fastestgrowing energy source, and the amount in the U.S. grid increased 100 percent between 2000 and 2018. Lithium is essential for modern EV batteries, and both General Motors and BMW have invested in more sustainable methods of extraction.

Integrating with the Home Another EV cost is the installation of 240volt electricity for home charging. But in 2020 the International Code Council (ICC) set new voluntary guidelines for new homes that would make all of them “EV-Ready”.

Installing the necessary wiring when the house is built would cost $920, compared to $3,550 for a retrofit, says the ICC. Some

municipalities, such as Seattle, already require EV wiring for new homes with offstreet parking.

Increasingly, EVs are being equipped for two-way power, meaning they can power homes or construction sites. That’s one part of the appeal of Ford’s Lightning, which has 9.6 kilowatts of power available to keep the lights on during a power outage. It can provide full-home electricity for three days.

What to Expect

Buying an EV will require some lifestyle changes, most but not all of them positive.

Passing up gas stations is a plus. Studies show that 80 percent or more of EV charging will be done at home, mostly at night. Regular servicing for tuneups and oil changes will become a distant memory, and so will the financial bite. AAA says EVs will cost on average $949 less per year to maintain.

Many of today’s electric cars have range limitations, and this needs to be factored into trip planning. The 2021 Volkswagen I.D. 4 Pro can travel 260 miles on a charge, perhaps not enough to get to grandma’s house. The 2021 Nissan Leaf only has a 150-

mile range, although the Leaf Plus increases that to 226.

Buying used is tempting, because some EVs—such as early Nissan Leafs—are highly affordable, with good ones costing about $7,000. But its range is poor, just 73 miles. While some older Teslas have credible range, they’ve also retained their value pretty well. In general, buying new—which includes claiming the federal income tax credit—is a better idea.

First-time EV buyers worry about high prices, range, finding public chargers (although the $7.5 billion allocated to build them in the recent infrastructure bill may help), the considerable time needed to recharge at home, compromised interior space and replacing the expensive battery packs. These are all legitimate concerns, but the lower-priced, roomy, fast-charging EVs coming on the market now—and a network of more than 41,000 public chargers—go a long way toward addressing them.

Jim Motavalli, a Connecticut-based journalist, writes about the environment, cars and music.

He can be contacted at JimMotavalli.com.

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Pet-Pleasing Food Trends What Dogs and Cats Will Eat This Year

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questionable byproducts. “Organic, glutenfree and even vegan are now mainstream when it comes to Fido and Fluffy,” says integrative veterinarian Carol Osborne, of Chagrin Falls, Ohio. “Fancy foods, gourmet treats, even personal pet chefs have become the norm.” In a turnabout on animal

testing, some companies advertise that their pet food products are tested on humans.

It’s the logical outcome of an evolution in how pets are regarded, say psychologists.

Only a few decades ago, most dogs slept in doghouses rather than in bedrooms, and

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most cats were free-range explorers of the outdoors. Today, two in three American households have a pet, and the animals are increasingly part of the family—sometimes even more beloved than human family members. One study, for example, found young children more likely to confide in a pet than in a sibling.

A mattress company survey found that 71 percent of pet owners sleep with their furry friends. The forced togetherness of the pandemic drew pets and owners even closer. “Today, pet owners want to reward their pets in every way possible to let them know how grateful they are for the unconditional love and companionship they provide,” says Osborne.

The urge to lovingly pamper pets starts at the food dish with many emerging trends.

Custom Tailoring According to market analyst firm Mintel, three in five U.S. pet owners are willing to pay more for foods that are customized to their pet’s specific dietary needs, a trend being eagerly met by more than 700 brands and 10,000 products. Today, a dizzying array of foods are tailored to pets’ ages, breeds and physical and emotional conditions. Obese dogs can chomp down on highprotein, low-fat foods; anxious pups can mellow out with foods that contain hemp and CBD oil; and dogs prone to kidney stones may find relief on a renal-support formula. Consumers unable to purchase pricey, specialized formulas are making kibble less boring by adding flavorful mix-ins and toppers such as shredded tuna and lamb liver flakes.

Going Plant-Based The slow but sure rise in the number of Americans that eat natural, plant-based diets has its parallel in animal diets. Organic pet food free of pesticides, antibiotics and chemicals constitute a robust, $22-billion-a-year business in the U.S., and vegan pet food sales are predicted to grow globally by 12 percent a year. Ancient grains like amaranth, quinoa, buckwheat and millet are included in gluten-free formulas to satisfy a small but growing market.

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Rethinking Meat Some manufacturers are replacing chicken and beef with more adventurous, gamey proteins such as rabbit, venison, bison and wild boar. “Products are advertising how you can bring out their inner wolf by feeding them that food, because it is more natural to their instincts,” says Heather Venkat, the acting public health veterinarian for Arizona. Revenues are predicted to nearly double from $277 million in 2018 to $525 million in 2025 for a growing favorite: raw meat in the form of freeze-dried kibble.

Ethical Buys Consumers are examining labels to find pet food that is sustainable and responsibly sourced. “‘Made in the USA’ remains a popular claim and feature that may even be increasing, along with a demand for ethical claims, sustainability concerns and cause marketing,” writes Debbie Phillips-Donaldson, editorin-chief of Petfood Industry. In a survey of U.S. dog and cat owners conducted by Packaged Facts in early 2020, 69 percent reported concern about the treatment of animals raised for use in pet food.

Cautionary Notes When buying pet food, veterinarians urge pet owners not to be overly swayed by advertising claims. “For example, the words ‘holistic’, ‘ancestral’, ‘instinctual’, ‘gourmet’ and ‘premium’ are really just marketing. On the other hand, ‘organic’, ‘natural’ and ‘human-grade’ all have specific definitions when they are applied to pet foods,” says veterinarian Jennifer Coates, of Fort Collins, Colorado, author of The Dictionary of Veterinary Terms.

“Most importantly, watch how your pet does while eating a particular food. If your pet is maintaining a healthy weight and has normal digestive function (firm stools, no vomiting), good energy levels, normal amounts of shedding and that ‘glow’ of good health, the diet you’ve picked is probably a good match,” she says.

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 5 13 Moons: A Self-Care Monthly Women’s Healing Circle-Capricorn – 6:30-8:30pm. First Wednesday. Under these 13 moons we will come together as women and healers. Each moon we will explore a variety of topics. The circle will be a private and sacred group, open to women and those who identify as women. $39. BekahTwinstar@ gmail.com. TwinstarTribe.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 6 Sound Healing Meditation – 6-7pm. With Bradford Tilden. Every other Thursday. Soothing sonic tapestries with his voice and crystal bowls for you to relax, unwind and release stress and unwanted energies from your body, mind, and field. Please Bring your own blanket, chair or yoga mat to sit on.

Walk-ins welcome. $15-$35 sliding scale. The Bridge Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St. Farmington. 860404-2578. BridgeHAC.com. Register via eventbrite: http://ow.ly/vu2C50GLPHM.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 8 Universal White Time Gemstone Healing: Level 3 – 1/8 & 1/9. 9am-6:30pm. This course focuses on preparing us for the Higher Vibrations of the New Earth. The layouts in this class help us integrate the changes, prepare our minds, auras, and bodies to help us make the shift to the New Earth harmonious. $400 via Venmo: @Bradford-Tilden. Braulttree Wellness Center, 415 Killingsworth Rd, Ste 9A, Higganum. 860-344-9573. tinyurl.com/UWTGHL3Dec2021. BraulttreeWellnessCenter.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12 Witch Wisdom Wednesday: New Year Manifesting with Mini Altar Tins – 6:30-8:30pm. Bekah will will guide the group through a journey meditation through the seasons/directions to seek these truths and then each participant will craft a Mini Altar Keepsake Tin that may act as a travel altar, medicine keeper, or ritual container. All supplies included but you may bring pictures, crystals or small keepsakes to adorn your tin. $39. Twin Star Apothecary, 64 Railroad St, New Milford. TwinstarTribe.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 13 Holy Fire Reiki Circle – 7-8pm. Online via Zoom with Gail Christie. Join us as we reach out to each other while we reach within through a Reiki-infused meditation. Sign up by 5:00 pm for logon link. .

Free. JoyfulLivingReiki.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 14 The Art of Venus & Jupiter Astrology Lecture with Carly Sensenbrenner and Pam Picard – 2-4pm. The Art of Venus and Jupiter Astrology Lecture with Carly Sensenbrenner and Pam Picard $65.

The Angel Cooperative, 51 Ethan Allen Hwy (Route 7), Ridgefield. 203-431-2959. TheAngelCoop.com.

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19 Intuitive Crystal Healing – 4-7pm. In this intermediate level workshop, learn about properties of some important crystals through meditations and hands-on applications. No previous experience is required. Includes a free stone kit valued at $30.

Additional crystals and gemstones will be for sale. $125 Venmo to @Bradford-Tilden or Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/e/223702087967. The Bridge Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St., Farmington.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 20 Sound at New Milfod Senior Center – 1-2pm.

Do you want to explore sound as a way to improve your health? Learn how sound can reduce stress and help you relax! Are you daring enough to let your kid come out and play? Sign Up to ‘Be One with Sound’. Limited Space. New Milford Senior Center, 40 Main St, New Milford. 860-355-6075.

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Sound Healing Meditation – 6-7pm. With Bradford Tilden. Every other Thursday. Soothing sonic tapestries with his voice and crystal bowls for you to relax, unwind and release stress and unwanted energies from your body, mind, and field. Please Bring your own blanket, chair or yoga mat to sit on. Walk-ins welcome. $15-$35 sliding scale. The Bridge Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St. Farmington. 860-404-2578. BridgeHAC.com. Register via eventbrite: http://ow.ly/vu2C50GLPHM.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 22 Reiki and Guided Meditation – 1-2pm. Online with Gail Christie. Release stress and improve your body-mind-spirit connection with meditation and shared Reiki. $15. Sign up by 11am for logon link. $15. JoyfulLivingReiki.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 23 Holy Fire Reiki Level I Certification – 10am-5pm.

In person with Gail Christie, Usui/Holy Fire Reiki Master Teacher. Learn Reiki for self healing and for healing others. No prior experience required.

An attunement to Reiki 1 energy, a Reiki-infused meditation, a healing session, a manual, course materials and a certificate are included. Sign up by 1/16. $200. Joyful Living Reiki, LLC, 55 Three Lakes Dr, Stamford. 203-979-0918. JoyfulLivingReiki.com.

The Joy Of Crystals – 2-5pm. Discover the healing powers of crystals and gemstones. Learn how to choose the right stones for everyday use and meditation, relaxation and stress reduction. No previous experience is required. Includes a free stone kit valued at $30. Additional crystals and gemstones will be for sale. $125 Venmo to @Bradford-Tilden or Eventbrite: tinyurl.com/JoyOfCrystals1-22. The Bridge Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St., Farmington. 860-830-5841.

Winter Plant Walk: Tree Identification – 2-4pm.

Join us at White Pine Community Farm as herb farmer Ben Schwartz leads us on a winter plant walk to identify trees growing in our area. Learn how to identify common trees and shrubs from their bark, branching pattern, and buds. $35. White Pine Community Farm, 295 Duell Hollow Rd, Wingdale.

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sunday Beginner’s Certified Lightworkers & Kartikkeyan Yoga Nidra Training – With Samyama Flowering Tree, Spiritual Astrologer, IntuitiveMentor-Coach, and teacher. Four Sundays: December 12, 19, January 2, and 9. For Holiday sale pricing for all her services, see SamyamaLLC.com.

Online Meditation Practice Session – 10-11am.

While in-person meditation is limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are offering online meditation practice sessions and Dhamma talks using Zoom.

All levels welcome. No formal charge. By donation. Center for Mindfulness & Insight Meditation, 9 Picketts Ridge Rd, West Redding. 203-244-3130.

ReddingMeditation.org.

monday Salt Cave of Darien: Salt and Musical Guided Meditation with Christina Connors – 7:308:30pm. Nurture your body and soul in this unique salt therapy and musical guided meditation with healer and recording artist Christina Connors. To learn more, visit ChristinaConnors.com. $40. Salt Cave of Darien, 555 Post Rd, Darien. 203-658-7667.

SaltCaveOfDarien.com.

markyourcalendar ALBERTSON MEMORIAL CHURCH EVENTS UPCOMING WORKSHOP: SPIRITUAL MEDIUMSHIP

Monday Evenings via zoom Jan.3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 7-9pm • $100 for complete series Space is limited–Register by 12/30/21

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Sundays 11am-12pm (Burning Bowl Ceremony – Jan. 2)

ONGOING VIA ZOOM EVENTS: 3rd Sunday • 10-10:45am Children’s Lyceum

3rd Thursday • 7-8pm Spiritual Healing Service To Register contact: AlbertsonPCC@gmail.com Cancelled events will be posted on our website Albertson Memorial Church 293 Sound Beach Ave Old Greenwich, CT • 203-637-4615 Email: Info@AlbertsonChurch.org Website: AlbertsonChurch.org

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Sound at the Station – 11:30am. First Tuesday.

Lunchtime wellness sessions with Bobbi Soares of Hummingbird Sound Yoga. Gallery 25, New Milford Railroad station. 860-946-9470.

BSoares@LightOfTheNewMoon.com.

Thursday Afternoon & Evening Sound Baths – 12-1:15pm & 6-7:30pm. With Gary Posner, awardwinning composer, musician, educator and Certified Sound Therapist. Each week we will start with chakra toning. We will then lay down for a Sound Meditation. Session ends with a Chakra Energizing Bija Mantra. Time for a Q&A. No previous knowledge is required. $30/$35. Wainwright House, 260 Stuyvesant Ave, Rye, NY. 914-967-6080. Wainwright.org.

wednesday Explore White Time – 6-8:30pm. Second Wednesday. All are welcome to participate in this exclusive round-robin style healing circle featuring White Time Energy and Gemstone healing. $30; $10 discount for UWT Practitioners. Braulttree Wellness Center, 415 Killingsworth Rd, Ste. 9A, Higganum.

860-344-9573. Roslyn@BraulttreeWellnessCenter. com. BraulttreeWellnessCenter.com.

Salt Cave of Darien: Yin Yoga – 6:15-7:45pm. Limited to 4 people. Please bring your own yoga mat, blanket, towel, 2 blocks, if you have them and wear white socks and a mask. Join Jennifer Duncan, Certified Yoga Instructor, for a 90-minute Yin Yoga class. All levels class. Also via Zoom. $35/In-person; $17/from home.

Reservations required. Salt Cave of Darien, 555 Post Rd, Darien. 203-658-7667. SaltCaveOfDarien.com.

13 Moons: A Self-Care Monthly Women’s Healing Circle-Capricorn – 6:30-8:30pm. First Wednesday. Under these 13 moons we will come together as women and healers. Each moon we will explore a variety of topics. The circle will be a private and sacred group, open to women and those who identify as women. $39. BekahTwinstar@gmail.com. TwinstarTribe.com.

Online Meditation Practice Session – 7-8pm.

While in-person meditation is limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are offering online meditation practice sessions and Dhamma talks using Zoom.

All levels welcome. No formal charge. By donation. Center for Mindfulness & Insight Meditation, 9 Picketts Ridge Rd, West Redding. 203-244-3130.

ReddingMeditation.org.

Aleph Talks by Dr Bart Stuck and Rev Marjorie Partch – 7-9pm. An ongoing weekly online lecture series discussing linkages between science and religion through mysticism. Email BartStuck@gmail.com explaining why you wish to participate and will receive remote lecture access information. Offered through the Unitarian Church in Westport CT. No charge. AlephTalks.com.

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Sound Healing Meditation – 6-7pm. With Bradford Tilden. Every other Thursday. Soothing sonic tapestries with his voice and crystal bowls for you to relax, unwind and release stress and unwanted energies from your body, mind, and field. Please Bring your own blanket, chair or yoga mat to sit on.

Walk-ins welcome. $15-$35 sliding scale. The Bridge Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St. Farmington. 860404-2578. BridgeHAC.com. Register via eventbrite: http://ow.ly/vu2C50GLPHM.

friday Reiki 1st Degree Workshop: Online or In-Person – 10am-5pm. First Friday. With Gigi Benanti, Reiki Master/Teacher (24 years). Learn Reiki 1st Level (Western Style). Learn how to use Reiki for self-healing and healing for others. Two manuals and certificate included.

Zoom link will be given with e-mail and payment.

Please call to register. Also held on the first Saturday.

No drop-ins. $135. Angelic Healing Center, 7 Morgan Ave, Norwalk. 203-852-1150. AngelHealReiki.com.

Virtual: Yoga Dance Party Livestreamed – 8-9:15pm. Fourth Friday. Dance party to shake your soul, move your energy, emotions, and let it all flow. Short yoga warm up and cool down, ending with prayers and blessings for the well-being of all. Please register to get the Zoom link. $10.

Yogaspace, 78 Stony Hill Rd, Bethel. 203-7301893. YogaSpace-CT.com/Events.

saturday Saturday Dharma and Morning Meditation – 7:308:15am. Every week we will discuss various works on topics such as self-study, meditation, self-improvement, mindfulness, joy and much more. The discussion will be followed by a 30-minute guided breath-based meditation. Proceeds are donated to our charity of the month. $10/cash. Yoga Culture, 105 Mill Plain Rd, Danbury. 203-730-0250. WeAreYogaCulture.com.

One-Day Meditation Retreat – 9:30am-4pm. Second Saturday. Limited in-person meditation retreat. The extended practice is meant to deepen self-awareness and a previously established meditation practice is suggested. Please abide by guidelines listed on our events page. Must register online. By donation. Center for Mindfulness & Insight Meditation, 9 Picketts Ridge Rd, West Redding. 203-244-3130. ReddingMeditation.org.

In-Person Meditation Practice Session – 10-11:30am.

Limited in-person meditation practice offered on Saturday mornings. All levels welcome. If it’s your first time, please let someone know so that we can provide a brief introduction. Please abide by guidelines listed on our events page. MUST register online. Donations encouraged. Center for Mindfulness & Insight Meditation, 9 Picketts Ridge Rd, West Redding. 203-244-3130. ReddingMeditation.org.

Reiki Second Degree Workshop: Online or InPerson – 10am-5pm. Fifth Saturday. With Gigi Benanti, Reiki Master/Teacher (24 years). Learn Reiki Level 2 (Western Style). Learn how to send reiki distance healing, deepen your use of Reiki for yourself and others and more. Two manuals and certificate included. Also held on the last Friday. No drop-ins. $225. Angelic Healing Center, 7 Morgan Ave, Norwalk. 203-852-1150. AngelHealReiki.com.

Spiritual Connection & Evolution Class – 1-4pm.

Second Saturday. Through teachings and practices, you will experience letting go of judgment, fear, shame and guilt. You will begin to replace limiting beliefs with empowering beliefs so you can live the life you really want. Facilitated by Mataji Katie Augustyn and assisted by Janet Terban Morris.

COVID vaccination or recent negative test required. $87 for 1; $77 each for 3. Transformation Center CT, 7 Reimer Rd, Westport. 203-820-3800.

TransformationCenterCT.com.

classifieds HELP WANTED IS 2022 YOUR YEAR TO BE A PART OF SOMETHING INSPIRING? – WORK FROM HOME PT/FT. Be at the intersection of natural wellness, a positive community and the booming work from home e-commerce industry. Cindy Rosenbaum of Rosenbaum Wellness 914-806-6559.

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ADHD & CHILD DEVELOPMENT BRAIN BALANCE CENTER

Dr. Mark Goldenberg 15 Cross St, Norwalk 203-547-3000 Norwalk@BrainBalanceCenters.com BrainBalanceNorwalk.com We help kids aged pre-K to 12th Grade who struggle behaviorally, socially, academically and who lack focus and attention.

Brain Balance is a non-medical personalized program offered in-center or at-home. The program is designed to strengthen and improve brain connectivity so your child can find success in the classroom and unleash their untapped potential. See ad, page 2.

AMPCOIL CENTER AMPCOIL

Freddie Kimmel, Product Expert 95 Cross Hwy, Redding 833-267-2645 Freddie@AmpCoil.com AmpCoil.com Extraordinary Wellness!

AmpCoil is an extraordinary system that delivers sound frequencies through PEMF to harmonize, balance, and support you on your journey to wellness.

90% of AmpCoil’s most active users reported that AmpCoil has been instrumental to their personal wellness, and over 55% reported that they experience relief from symptoms related to Lyme or other chronic conditions.

ART & HEALING SEDONA ART

Art Supplies & More Marge Courtney, Owner 450 Main St, Ridgefield SedonaArt.net The expressive arts are alive and well at Sedona Art. Inspiration and supplies for artists, and creative types of all ages. Art and spirit inspired workshops, events and artist talks. We can’t wait to meet you and see what you’re creating.

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ASTROLOGY SAMYAMA FLOWERING TREE Spiritual Astrologer, Intuitive Mentor-Coach SamyamaLLC.com

Samyama teaches and mentors in workshops, certified trainings, personal retreats, and private tutoring in Esoteric Studies, Advanced Metaphysics, Practical Yoga Philosophy, Lightworkers Karttikeyan Yoga Nidra, and Tarot Clinic in NY and CT. Please visit website for more information.

AYURVEDA NEERU KAUSHIK, ND, MS ACU, MS, MA Institute for Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Therapies 805 Kings Highway East, Fairfield 203-331-9111 DrKaushik@AyurvedicInstituteCT.com AyurvedicInstituteCT.com

A combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may include supplements, diet/ nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma. See ad, page 16.

BIRTH AND POSTPARTUM CARE BIRTH PARTNERS DOULAS OF CONNECTICUT 203-718-6512 lnfo@birthpartnersdoulas.com BirthPartnersDoulas.com

Not Just doulas... Birth Partners! Proudly serving clients for over 30 years, providing quality birth and postpartum doula care.

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BREATHWORK & SPIRITUAL HEALING/COACHING THE MIND & BREATHING EDGE

Alexia Clonda Online Consultation & Sessions, Workshops 607-319-9161 MindBreathingEdge@gmail.com TheMindBreathingEdge.com Clonda.cc I am a Mindset Healing, Human Growth and Breathing Coach, utilizing ThetaHealing. 15+ years experience, I can help you heal your relationships, pain, health and family, work and life stresses. I can help you create the life you wish for, want and desire. I have helped and witnessed many people clear limiting beliefs and issues enabling them to move forward in their lives with renewed confidence, clarity and fulfilment. I will provide you with the tools and resources to become the best version of you. See ad, page 2.

BREAST THERMOGRAPHY SOPHIA NATURAL HEALTH CENTER Ken Hoffman, DACM, LAc, Medical Director 31 Old Rte 7, Brookfield 203-740-9300 INM.Center

Women’s Health: hormonal balancing, breast cancer prevention. Breast and full body thermography screening. Screening and treatment of chronic inflammation using medical infrared thermography (MIT). Safe, painless and non-invasive, thermography can detect early changes in breast tissue up to eight years before a mammogram. FDA-registered, our high-definition camera is the most advanced in the region.

CHINESE MEDICINE ACUBLEND PLLC

Dr. Sian James, DACM, LAc, LMT, RYT Locations in Stamford, Westport & Fairfield 203-987-6585 AcuBlend.com AcuBlend will serve your healthcare needs by blending the art and science of wellness, offering acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, Gua Sha, Tui Na, massage therapy, movement therapies, herbal medicine and much more. See ad, page 19.

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EDUCATION EMBODY THE SACRED

Deana Paqua, MA, LMT Ridgefield and New Milford Deana.Paqua@gmail.com EmbodyTheSacred.net Offering classes, training programs, healing sessions and mentoring in cross-cultural energy medicine and contemporary shamanism for healers, spiritual seekers and the energy sensitive. Learn self-healing, self-empowerment and trauma transformation through the sacred.

ENERGY HEALING BETH LEAS

Transformative Healing • Tarot Virtual and In-Person Sessions 203-856-9566 BethLeas.com If not now, when? Inspire change on all levels—greater physical ease, emotional freedom, peace of mind and spiritual connection. 30+ years of intuitive healing experience with adults and children of all ages. Reiki, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Tarot. See ad, page 2.

ESSENTIAL OILS WAYNE LEISS, LMT, CAO 20 Fifth Ave, Apt A, Danbury 203-994-1207 Wayne@WayneLeiss.com WayneLeiss.com

Essential oils address stress reduction, support the natural functioning of body systems and can enhance overall well-being.

They are used in topical, internal and aromatic applications. Improve physically, emotionally and spiritually as Wayne teaches you about the benefits and uses of massage with natural and pure dōTERRA Essential Oils. See ad, page 2.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE TAMARA SACHS, MD

Functional Medicine and Integrative Care LLC 15 Bennitt St, New Milford 860-354-3304 • TSachsMD.com Using Functional Medicine, Dr. Sachs prevents and treats chronic illnesses by addressing their underlying root causes, remaining respectful of the uniqueness, complexity and intuitions that make us human. Trained at Mt. Sinai Medical School and Yale University Hospital in Internal Medicine, in 2003 she opened Functional Medicine and Integrative Care LLC. She has great success with IBS, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, autoimmune problems, toxicity and more, by creating individualized, realistic and comprehensive personalized wellness plans. She consults in her New Milford, CT office, and also by phone or video using telemedicine.

HEALING SPA REVIVE SALT THERAPY & WELLNESS 374 New Haven Ave, Milford 203-283-5968 Hello@ReviveSaltTherapy.com ReviveSaltTherapy.com

A Holistic Healing Spa for Body, Mind, and Soul. We offer Halotherapy/ Salt Therapy, Infrared Sauna, Reiki, Quantum Healing, Massage Therapy, Sound Healing, Yoga, and Wellness plus a Crystal Shop. We offer unique and potent products and services to accelerate physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual healing.

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HOLISTIC NETWORKING HOLISTIC COMMUNITY PROFESSIONALS

Shirley R. Bloethe, Executive Director 860-255-8844 HCPinc.ORG@gmail.com HolisticCommunityProfessionals.org Holistic Community Professionals is an organization of holistic practitioners and businesses focused on improving health and wellness with products and services throughout New England.

We also connect consumers with a wide variety of modalities, holistic products, and services as well as offering two EXPOs a year at The DoubleTree by Hilton in Bristol. See website for details. See ad, page 4.

HYPNOTIST LESLIE MILLER

Certified Hypnotist, National Guild of Hypnotism Throughout Connecticut sixthscentstosuccess@gmail.com 203-664-1870 Cell: 914-373-9065 Quit smoking, lose weight and free yourself of fear, anxiety and phobias through hypnotherapy with Leslie Miller the Hypnosis Healer. Leslie is a certified hypnotist certified by the National Guild of Hypnosis who has practiced for eight years. Free 15-minute consultation. Discounted packages available.

INTEGRATIVE NATURAL MEDICINE SOPHIA NATURAL HEALTH CENTER Ken Hoffman, DACM, LAc, Medical Director 31 Old Rte 7, Brookfield 203-740-9300 INM.Center Using naturopathic and Chinese medical principles, we get to the source of your health concerns.

Diagnostic methods include functional testing such as advanced bloodwork analysis, cardiovascular testing, hormone evaluation and thermography. Our customized treatment program includes acupuncture, herbal and nutritional medicine, diet and lifestyle counseling and more. Most insurance accepted.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE PHYSICIAN HENRY C. SOBO, MD

Optimal Health Medical LLC 111 High Ridge Rd, Stamford 203-348-8805 DrSobo.com Advances in Regenerative Medicine allow Dr. Sobo to offer cutting-edge technologies such as PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) treatments and adult stem cell therapy. Dr. Sobo’s integrative approach addresses a variety of conditions such as: food allergies, Alzheimer’s/ dementia, chronic fatigue syndrome, weight loss, hormonal health, fibromyalgia, anti-aging medicine, and MTHFR-Genetic Mutation.

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INTEGRATIVE OPTOMETRY EYECARE ASSOCIATES, PC

Dr. Randy Schulman, MS, OD, FCOVD Dr. Justin Rapp Dr. Jacqueline Benoit Dr. Jason Grygier Dr. Diana Ngo Dr. Sonia Singh Locations: 6515 Main St, Trumbull • 203-374-2020 444 Westport Ave, Norwalk • 203-840-1991 2600 Post Rd, Southport • 203-255-4005 1425 Bedford St, 1M, Stamford • 203-357-0204 CTEyeCareAssociates.com We offer behavioral optometry, comprehensive vision exams, contact lenses and vision therapy. Call to schedule your appointment today.

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LIFE COACH/HYPNOTIST

THEA LITSIOS, CHy

Certified Life Coach, Hypnotist, Teacher of Active Dreaming Remote sessions available TheaLitsios.com 203-693-1493 My specialty is to help individuals who have an inner stirring that says, “Something has to change”. Using skills as a life coach, hypnotist and teacher of Active Dreaming, I assist my clients in reinventing themselves, and creating the life they dream of. When you are ready to reinvent yourself and live your best life.

Call for a free 30-minute consultation. See ad, page 2.

MASSAGE THERAPIST KEEP CALM AND HEAL

Natalia K Gioli. LMT In home services 917-415-2451 NatigiTherapies@gmail.com KeepCalmAndHeal.com Licensed in the states of NY and CT, specialized in Medical and Therapeutic Massages! Provide in home services and my goal with massage is to be able to help in the relief of pain, muscle tension and overall stress.

MEDITATION CENTER FOR MINDFULNESS & INSIGHT MEDITATION 9 Picketts Ridge Rd, West Redding 203-244-3130 ReddingMeditation.org

We teach and practice Mahasati meditation. Mahasati meditation cultivates selfawareness through attention to the movement of the body and, at more advanced levels, to the movement of the mind. No prior meditating experience is necessary. Ongoing weekly meditation classes, retreats and events. Please check monthly event calendar or visit ReddingMeditation.org for updated information.

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Vis Wellness Center Rocky Hill & TeleMedicine Statewide (234)2-ACU-DOC DrNicoleKlughers.com Info@DrNicoleKlughers.com Dr. Nicole Klughers offers comprehensive naturopathic care to restore optimal health and prevent disease. Dr. Nicole’s “health detective” approach identifies the root cause of symptoms and provides all-natural solutions with personalized “Food as Medicine,” herbal medicine, nutrient therapies, acupuncture and more. In-depth assessment is often done with detailed testing of vitamins/minerals, hormones, advanced cardiovascular markers, inflammation, food intolerances, gut/microbiome health and more.

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THE ANGEL COOPERATIVE

DR. AMY WIESNER

The Angel Cooperative is a unique lifestyle boutique featuring the first and only Shungite room in the USA. Wide selection of crystals, jewelry, candles, essential oils and soaps.

Spiritual gifts, statuary, oracle decks and tarot and home décor. Available in The Shungite Room: readings, Reiki, meditation, sound therapy, energy work, sound and gong baths, and workshops.

See ad, page 11.

Dr. Wiesner, practicing for almost 20 years, uses acupuncture, lifestyle medicine, nutritional supplementation and homeopathy to help her patients achieve health and well-being. Infertility, Diabetes, Stress, Pain, Gastrointestinal Symptoms, Allergies, Headaches, Cardiovascular Disease, Lyme Disease, Menstrual Disorders, other imbalances.

51 Ethan Allen Hwy (Rte. 7), Ridgefield 203-431-2959 TheAngelCoop.com Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN

Healthful Harmony 91 East Ave, Second Floor, Norwalk 203-962-5887 DrAmyWiesner@gmail.com HealthfulHarmony.com

NON-DENOMINATIONAL CEREMONIES HUMMINGBIRD SOUND YOGA LLC

NEERU KAUSHIK, ND, MS ACU, MS, MA Institute for Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Therapies 805 Kings Highway East, Fairfield 203-331-9111 DrKaushik@AyurvedicInstituteCT.com

A combination of Ayurveda and Naturopathy is used to create a unique treatment plan to regain and maintain health. Based on one’s particular body constitution (dosha), a plan may include supplements, diet/nutrition suggestions, lifestyle management, detoxification, hydrotherapy, 0zone therapy, Panchakarma.

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Barbara (Bobbi) Soares New Milford • Remote Zoom/FT Sessions 860-946-9470 BSoares@LightOfTheNewMoon.com HummingbirdSoundYoga.com WiseFishWorld.com Facebook @HummingbirdSoundYoga Barbara (Bobbi) Soares, MA, CYT, is a sound yoga and vocal yoga teacher, blues/jazz singer, and Reiki master, certified in several modalities of energy and sound healing. As an ordained minister and sound healer, She will be offering non-denominational sacred sound ceremonies for weddings and other rites of passage. Bobbi’s band Hummingbird and Friends is well known for their eclectic blend of chants, jazz, blues, reggae and country. She has studied vocal improvisation with Bobby McFerrin, vocal yoga with Heather Lyle and sound healing with Silvia Nakkach, John Beaulieu and Don Conreaux. See ad, page 9.

NUTRITION OFFICE OF DR. MICHAEL WALD

29 King St, 2nd Fl, Chappaqua NY 10514 914-552-1442 Info@BloodDetective.com DrMichaelWald.com #BloodDetective Dr Wald is a holistic DC, Nutritionist, and Dietician whose Blood Detective software, labs and detailed consult help get to the cause(s) of persistent health issues. Conditions include autoimmune, weight loss, anti-aging, cancer, GI issues, depression, and more. See ad, page 5.

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HOLISTIC NEW DAY COUNSELING SERVICES

Jessica Lima, MS, LCSW Holistic Psychotherapy/Coaching 158 Danbury Rd, Ridgefield 203-260-5769 HolisticNewDay@gmail.com Jessica will align with you on your journey to emotional and physical well-being. Combining her traditional psychotherapy background with her certification in integrative healing, she will work with you in exploring a more holistic approach to feelings of anxiety, depression, stress and more.

NANCY SCHERLONG, LCSW

Coaching/Psychotherapy/Consulting Offices in Norwalk and Ridgefield 914-572-3167 WellnessMetaphors.com Manage stress with relaxation techniques. Rediscover your creativity through writing and the expressive arts. Resolve trauma with EMDR, IFS or SE. Or book an experiential workshop! Nancy has over 20 years of experience with children, families, groups, adults and corporate wellness programs.

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REIKI GIGI BENANTI, USUI REIKI MASTER Angelic Healing Center 7 Morgan Ave, Norwalk 203-852-1150 AngelHealReiki.com

Gigi is an experienced Reiki Master/Teacher. She offers all levels of Reiki training monthly.

All classes and Reiki sessions include the latest techniques including Karuna, Angelic and Jikiden Reiki.

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JOYFUL LIVING REIKI LLC

Gail Christie, Holy Fire Reiki Master Stamford, CT and Mt Kisco, NY 203-979-0918 JoyfulLivingReiki.com Gail will help you get in touch with your energy and bring balance to your life with Holy Fire Reiki. She offers gently powerful Holy Fire healing sessions, Reiki-infused meditations and Usui/Holy Fire and Karuna Reiki certification classes. See ad, page 2.

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TURNING POINT REIKI LLC

JoAnn Inserra Duncan, MS, RMT 100B Danbury Rd, Ste 101, Ridgefield 203-438-3050 TurningPointReiki.com TurningPointShare.com JoAnn uses intuition, experience and a deep spiritual connection in her Reiki, IET and Reconnective Healing sessions. Specializing in care for individuals with cancer, Lyme disease and back pain.

All Reiki levels taught.

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SOUND HEALING HUMMINGBIRD SOUND YOGA LLC

Barbara (Bobbi) Soares New Milford • Remote Zoom/FT Sessions 860-946-9470 BSoares@LightOfTheNewMoon.com HummingbirdSoundYoga.com WiseFishWorld.com Facebook @HummingbirdSoundYoga We live in an ocean of sound and vibration, constantly changing and affecting our body’s unique natural resonance.

Many types of stress cause this resonance to get out of tune.

Hummingbird Sound Yoga explores and restores this resonance by shifting awareness to where the body is out of tune. Using earth, dance and symphonic gongs, bowls, tuning forks and humming-for-health meditations, a deep relaxation response balances energy and retunes and reconnects our natural resonance. Barbara (Bobbi) Soares, MA, CYT, is a sound yoga and vocal yoga teacher, blues/jazz singer, and Reiki master, certified in several modalities of energy and sound healing. See ad, page 9.

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TRANSFORMATIVE HEALING KATIE AUGUSTYN, MA, CPC

Transformation Coach Shamanic Healer TransformationCenterCT.com 203-820-3800 TransformationCenterCT@gmail.com Katie will assist you in reaching your true potential and heal what has been holding you back. You will experience real selfacceptance and start to live in alignment with who you truly are so you can create a life you love, a life of meaning and purpose.

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BETH LEAS

Transformative Healing • Tarot Virtual and In-Person Sessions 203-856-9566 BethLeas.com If not now, when? Inspire change on all levels—greater physical ease, emotional freedom, peace of mind and spiritual connection.

30+ years of intuitive healing experience with adults and children of all ages. Reiki, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Tarot. See ad, page 2.

SOUL HEALING JOURNEY, LLC Eilis Philpott Fairfield 203-767-5954 Eilis@SoulHealingJourney.com SoulHealingJourney.com

Eilis is a master healer and teacher and certified in numerous modalities as both a practitioner and teacher. She offers soul level healing, which clears any blocks, obstacles and challenges that are preventing you from living your life to its fullest potential.

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UNIVERSAL WHITE TIME, CRYSTAL & SOUND HEALING CRYSTAL MUSIC HEALING Bradford Tilden, MM, CMT, UWT Remote: Phone or Zoom 860-830-5841 Info@CrystalMusicHealing.com CrystalMusicHealing.com

My goal is to empower you to develop spiritually and professionally. I offer UWT energy and gemstone healing with guided visualization for spiritual healing and self-actualization, and transformational voice activation coaching sessions. I teach certification classes in Universal White Time (UWT), Lemurian Intuitive (LSINH), Crystal, and Sound Healing. I use these techniques, and more to help you to obtain authentic expression, empowerment, and transformation. You can purchase personally attuned crystals and gemstones through me. My clients and students gain a renewed clarity and a sense of purpose as they perceive their truth and remove blockages that distort their perception. Contact me for a free 30 minute consultation. See ad, page 4.

WELLNESS & GIFTS TOUCH OF SEDONA

Gifts, Crystals, Native American Art & Jewelry, Intuitive Readings Marge Courtney, Owner 452 Main St, Ridgefield 203-438-7146 Facebook.com/TouchOfSedona A unique spiritual boutique offering gifts, healing inspiration and the energy of the American Southwest. Come explore Native American art and jewelry, crystals, chimes, candles, incense, books and more. Check out our schedule of intuitive readers, guides and more! See ad, page 8.

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WELLNESS CENTER THE ANGEL WING, A DIVINE SPIRITUAL CENTER

Located next door to The Angel Cooperative 49 Ethan Allen Hwy (Rte. 7), Ridgefield 203-431-2959 TheAngelCoop.com Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube The Angel Wing hosts workshops, yoga classes, retreats, energy work sessions, readings, Reiki sound and gong baths, and guided meditations.

It is available to rent on an hourly, daily, weekly or monthly basis. Optional rental spaces include a large open room and/or an intimate private room with massage/Reiki table. See ad, page 11.

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Our wellness destination offers a rich line up of therapies to help you de-stress, detox, and improve overall health. With choices like salt cave sessions, special events with local healers, massage and spa services, and classes, you will find many ways to breathe in the anti-inflammatory salt air for double the benefits. Our enchanting salt cave and salt room is a soothing space carved out of pure Himalayan salt where you’ll enjoy an oasis of peace, calm and serenity. See ad, page 2.

YOGA: SOUND AND VOCAL HUMMINGBIRD SOUND YOGA LLC

Barbara (Bobbi) Soares New Milford • Remote Zoom/FT Sessions 860-946-9470 BSoares@LightOfTheNewMoon.com HummingbirdSoundYoga.com WiseFishWorld.com Facebook @HummingbirdSoundYoga Barbara (Bobbi) Soares, MA, CYT, is a sound yoga and vocal yoga teacher, blues/jazz singer, and Reiki master, certified in several modalities of energy and sound healing. She offers hummingbird sound yoga and sound healing immersions for groups and private sessions in person & online. Her goal is to help individuals experience becoming “one with sound” to promote a deep relaxation response that balances energy and encourages healing. See ad, page 9.

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