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

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Go “Green” When Gardening

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Clever Ways to Eat Healthy Anywhere

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uly is recognized as National Parks and Recreation Month, and rightly so. Individuals and families all across the state are loading up the SUVs, washing off the RVs, and packing coolers and travel bags, preparing to hit the beaches, state parks and vacation rentals like marching ants with high anticipation and excitement—summertime madness!

We have a gem of a state—one well known for its alluring natural habitats and awe-inspiring beauty. It’s no secret … South Carolina is a popular destination hot spot for people throughout the nation as well as those from many parts of the world. Tourism reports and national reviews bear witness to this fact.

Let’s do all we can to protect and preserve our state’s natural national treasures this summer by practicing litter and pollution prevention. Senseless and careless acts can not only be dangerous and destructive to our state’s delicate natural habitat but also deadly to its wildlife.

The research data and conducted studies are compelling. As much as 160 million tons of trash is thrown away every year in the U.S., approximately 3.5 pounds per person each day. Paper products alone account for more than 40 percent of this garbage discarded along roads, on city streets, in parks and into the nation’s rivers and waterways. The magnitude of the problem is growing daily, in large part due to litter items that do not readily disintegrate. These items can remain a threat to both the environment and wildlife for decades. While wood and paper products biodegrade at a moderately fast pace, plastics and other synthetic materials do not. According to studies, it can take as many as 450 years for one plastic bottle to decompose—extremely disturbing, given the sheer volume of plastic bottles and containers tossed out as trash on a daily basis.

Let’s dive deeper. Wildlife can be injured or killed by the trash we throw away.

Some of the most common litter items are paper bags, plastic bottles, containers, cardboard boxes, food wrappers, newspapers and scrap paper. Countless wildlife species are injured or killed by discarded items that look and seem to be harmless.

According to the Humane Society, raccoons often find themselves stuck in plastic ring beverage holders—suffering severe injuries that many times result in death.

If digested, the consumed plastic can result in lethal intestinal blockages. Unfortunately, numerous wildlife species, such as seagulls, egrets, pelicans, turtles and fish (fresh and salt water), die due to blockages, strangulation and lacerations each year. Common domestic animals, such as dogs, cats and cows, can also be negatively impacted.

The good news is that this tragedy is preventable. Working together … we can change things this summer. Take time to examine the products you purchase for your scheduled activities, parties and festivities. Try to make conscious consumer purchases that minimize the impact to wildlife and the environment. Cut up or tie plastic bags and six-pack holders into knots to prevent injury to small animals. In addition, put lids on bottles and jars, or plug holes before disposal. Why not take it a step further? Get involved in community cleanup projects, support sustainable agencies and organizations, or teach others about the importance of protecting the environment and its inhabitants. And, as always, reduce, reuse and recycle whenever possible. Let’s practice Palmetto Pride … responsibly!

Doing my part,

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communitynews Sustainable Midlands Hosts Tasty Tomato Festival

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ime for a tasty celebration! On Saturday, August 5, from 1 to 7 p.m., Sustainable Midlands—a champion of the region’s sustainable food efforts and festival founder—will host its eighth annual Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival at City Roots Urban Farm, located at 1005 Airport Boulevard, in Columbia. Tasty Tomato is a family-friendly event that offers a variety of fun options for all ages. Festival highlights will include live music, bouncy houses, face painting, local food from local vendors and much more.

The festival aims to raise awareness about the good taste of local fresh foods and gather the Midlands community in a fun, family-friendly setting. Proceeds from the festival support Sustainable Midlands’ local community programs and promote local businesses. The Tasty Tomato Festival is the largest local food event in the Midlands area.

Cost: $15 (cash only). For more information, call 225-385-2121, email Janel at Janel@SustainableMidlands.org or visit TastyTomatoFestival.com. See ad, page 26.

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n Wednesday, July 12, from 9 to 11:30 a.m., the Environmental Education Association of South Carolina (EEASC) will host its Campus Invaders: Studying and Managing Invasive Species in Outdoor Classrooms Workshop at the Harbison State Forest Education Center, located at 5600 Broad River Road, in Columbia. The session will be led by two expert presenters from the S.C. Forest Commission: David Jenkins, entomologist and forest health program coordinator, and Matthew Schnabel, environmental education coordinator. Educators and other interested parties are asked to RSVP to reserve space.

Cost: Free (EEASC members); $15, nonmembers. To RSVP, register and for more information, contact Jane Hiller at 803-779-0608 or Jane.Hiller@Sonoco.com.

Also visit eeasc.org.

EdVenture’s FLIGHT Exhibit Opening This Month

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n Saturday, July 15, EdVenture Children’s Museum will open its newest exhibit: FLIGHT. Especially suited for audiences ages 3 to 12, along with parents and caregivers, the new attraction is designed to introduce young people to the world of aeronautics by teaching the forces and fundamentals of flight, flight technology, materials science and NASA’s role in aeronautics.

Visitors will have the opportunity to test and explore several exhibits promoting the physics of air and space flight, including a Boeing 757 cockpit, three Boeing 747 flight simulators, a paper airplane test flight zone and a manufacturing zone featuring the latest robotic technology used to build airplanes in South Carolina.

Other exhibit features include a wind tunnel and a video wall allowing guests to see the greater Columbia area from Forest Acres to Lake Murray from a pilot’s view. This exhibit is made possible by the partners and sponsors of EdVenture Children’s Museum.

Cost: Varies, call or visit website for details. Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday though Sunday.

Location: EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais St., Columbia. For more information, call 803-779-100 or visit EdVenture. org/exhibits/flight.

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ince 1985, the National Recreation and Park Association has designated the month of July as Parks and Recreation Month. Recreation facilities and parks across the country annually use July to celebrate the kick off of summer programming as well as a time to pull their communities together to volunteer, get involved in great outdoor physical activities, and advocate for parks and recreation.

Spending the day at the park is not only great for your wallet, it’s great for your health too. Studies show that frequently going to a park and being active can reduce stress, improve cardiovascular health, help ward off obesity and decrease feelings of depression.

For more information, visit nrpa.org or eeinsc.org.

n Friday, July 28, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., Keep the Midlands Beautiful, the City of Columbia’s Climate Protection Action Campaign (CPAC) and the counties of Richland and Lexington will host their first official Green Business Breakfast at the South Carolina SCANA headquarters, located at 100 SCANA Parkway, in Cayce. The morning’s agenda will start with an open registration and breakfast at 7:30 a.m. At 8 a.m., SCE&G will share with attendees the valuable aspects of its Energy Wise Program, including cost- and energy-saving benefits. The morning will conclude with a networking round robin starting at 9 a.m. The event is free; however, those interested in attending should RSVP. An event admission list will be kept at the SCE&G security gate to ensure that preregistered attendees have access.

For more information and to register, visit Eventbrite.com/o/city-of-columbia-cpac-2466567954.

Gardener’s Outpost Hosts In the Know to Grow Session

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alling all “green thumbs” in Columbia and around the Midlands … again! Gardener’s Outpost, located at 709 Woodrow Street, in Columbia, is hosting another In the Know to Grow gardening session on Thursday, July 13. Two experienced staff horticulturists will teach session participants how to troubleshoot gardening issues and common problems that prevent great gardening results. Guests are asked to take pictures of their gardens, vegetation and yard projects that seem to be problematic. These pictures should be brought to the session. Using the photos, the two session facilitators will help to identify problem sources and formulate potential solutions to address the issues for optimal results. Join Gardener’s Outpost for some sips, snacks and solutions! Discussion begins at 5:30 p.m., with a question-and-answer session following. Light snacks, beer and wine provided. *Note: Bring a copy of this announcement for 10 percent off any one item purchased that evening!

Cost: Free. Please RSVP. For more information, call 803-252-0041, or visit GardenersOutpost.com or Facebook.com/GardenersOutpost. See ad, page 33.

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communitynews Lil’ Duck Kombucha Starts Home Deliveries

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il’ Duck Kombucha is now making personal deliveries of its popular and very tasty kombucha to both home and office locations. Available in both gallon and 1/2-gallon jug sizes, the product will be delivered in the old milkman-style format. Customers will be able to leave the empty containers right at the front door on a predesignated delivery day. A Lil’ Duck customer representative will exchange filled containers for the empty ones—convenient and noninvasive! Those interested only need to call to register.

The registration and account setup process will include product details, serving instructions and recommendations, and helpful tips.

Interested in hosting a kombucha tasting and product tutorial at your home or office? The Lil’ Duck Kombucha team would love to introduce those interested and curious to the wonderful health benefits of kombucha—a nonalcoholic, fermented product enriched with good bacteria and probiotics. It has long been revered as a healing agent believed to provide micronutrients, probiotics and bacteria beneficial to digestion, detoxification and immune health. With 14 flavors to choose from, Lil’ Duck Kombucha’s signature brands are deliciously smooth and mellow—a quality attributed to the company’s unique 14-day oak barrel brewing process.

Call today to learn more about the benefits of kombucha, schedule deliveries or to book a product tasting. The company also hosts a mailing list through which subscribers receive discounts, product news and event information.

Contact Debey Hancock at 803-566-2600 or More@LilDuckKombucha, or visit LilDuckKombucha.com. See ad, page 9.

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oin the South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) on Saturday, July 29, from 6 to 10 p.m., for its biggest fundraiser of the year— the Wild Summer’s Night Auction and Wild Game Feast. To an estimated crowd of nearly 400 people, SCWF will auction off some great items, such as beautiful works of art; jewelry; guided birding and wildlife-watching trips; hunting and fishing excursions (in South Carolina and other amazing places); guided river and kayak tours; hunting and fishing equipment; and much more. The night’s festivities will also feature great food, music and an open bar. Other activities include prize drawings, fun games and much more.

As a nonprofit, SCWF’s primary source of funding is through memberships and general donations. All event proceeds go to support and fund SCWF’s conservation and education programs. As a note, attire is business casual.

Cost: $75. Location: Seawell’s Catering, 1125 Rosewood Dr., Columbia. For more information and to order tickets, contact Kristin Weaver at 803-256-0670 or Kristin@scwf.org. Also visit scwf.org.

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Wingard’s Market Supports Pollinator Garden Challenge

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ingard’s Market is participating in the Million Pollinator Gardens Challenge—a national campaign to register a million public and private gardens and landscapes to support pollinators. The popular market and nursery is inviting Midlands area residents to participate in the campaign by registering their gardens at MillionPollinatorGardens. org before the end of August. To qualify, participants are asked to create and preserve gardens and landscapes that help revive the health of bees, butterflies, birds, bats and other pollinators across the Midlands. In addition, registrants will be entered into a drawing for a free year’s worth of local raw honey (maximum 1 gallon of honey). To be eligible for the free honey, participants must fill out a form accessible online.

As a note, pollinators are responsible for one out of three bites of food taken each day. Pollinated foods are superfoods filled with many beneficial and essential nutrients and antioxidants.

For more information, call 803-359-9091 or visit WingardsMarket.com.

Saluda Shoals Foundation Hosts Murder Mystery Theater Presentation

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n Friday, July 21, the Saluda Shoals Foundation and friends of the Irmo Branch Library invite everyone out to experience a Murder Mystery Wedding and dinner theater presentation. Starting at 6 p.m., the night’s festivities will include live music and a cash bar. To honor the spirit and theme of the event, wedding attire is suggested. Seating is limited. Proceeds and donations received will help the Saluda Shoals Foundation raise funds to support the construction of Saluda Shoals’ Nature’s Theater.

Cost: $45. Location: Saluda Shoals Park (the River Center), 5605 Bush River Rd., Columbia. To purchase tickets or for more information, contact Dolly G. Patton at 803-213-2035 or DPatton@icrc.net. Also visit icrc.net/saluda-shoals-foundation.

SCWF Hosts

2017 Women’s Outdoor Retreat

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rom Friday, September 15, through Sunday, September 17, the South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) will host its Women’s Outdoor Retreat at Hickory Knob State Resort Park, located at 1591 Resort Drive, in McCormick (just two hours west of Columbia). Sponsored by Cabela’s Outdoor Fund and Hickory Knob State Resort Park, the retreat is a weekend event designed for women to experience nature and outdoor recreation with like-minded ladies in a noncompetitive environment. With nearly 30 classes taught by very knowledgeable instructors, retreat activities and class topics will include nature walks, kayaking, fishing, outdoor cooking, photography and much more.

As a note, lodging arrangements must be made separately. Hickory Knob State Resort Park is now taking reservations, so those interested should call 800-4911764 to reserve a room (mention the Women’s Outdoor Retreat).

To register and for registration cost, times and additional details, call Sara Green at 803-609-4778 or visit scwf.org.

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re you ready to take the polar challenge? On Saturday, July 22, from 8 to 9 a.m., the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) will host an ice polar challenge at the upper boat ramp located at Saluda Shoals Park. Brave and courageous Midlands area residents are welcome to come participate in this nationwide challenge.

Parking is free and a $10 donation is requested. As a note, participants will have the option to take a dip in the Saluda River instead of opting for the polar challenge. Proceeds raised will help to support the work of the Saluda Shoals Foundation—a nonprofit organization that supports the work of Saluda Shoals Park through financial support, fostering partnerships and creating community awareness with regard to the park’s recreational activities, environmental education programs and cultural opportunities.

Location: Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd., Columbia. To register and for more information, call 803-213-2062 or visit icrc.net. See ad, page 8.

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Night Hike at Saluda Shoals Park

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he Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) is hosting a guided night hike at Saluda Shoals Park on Thursday, July 27, from 9 to 10 p.m. Accompanied by a park ranger, participants will navigate through some of Saluda Shoals Park’s best trails, learning interesting facts about the park and local history and unique environmental points of interest. Park guests are asked to bring flashlights and to wear insect repellent.

Cost: $5. Location: Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd., Columbia. To register and for more information, call 803-213-2062 or visit icrc.net. See ad, page 8.

The City of Columbia Receives National Award

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he City of Columbia recently received a Silver award for achievements in the State Electronics Challenge (SEC), a comprehensive nationwide environmental sustainability initiative that currently reaches more than 223,000 employees in 39 states.

The City’s Information Technology Department, led by Terrence Murchison, was recognized for its accomplishments in green procurement and the responsible reuse and recycling of electronic office equipment in 2016.

“This is Columbia’s first year of participating in the challenge and it has already demonstrated an outstanding commitment to environmental leadership,” says Lynn Rubinstein, SEC program manager. She adds that “Columbia is one of 17 organizations nationally being recognized this year and the only one in South Carolina.”

By following SEC guidelines in 2016, the City of Columbia avoided greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to removing 757 cars from the road per year; saved enough energy to power 527 households per year; and avoided creating hazardous waste, equal to the weight of 29 refrigerators.

Kudos to you City of Columbia!

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FIVE SIMPLE WAYS TO Go “Green” When GARDENING

by Chenille Williams

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aving a beautiful garden and protecting the environment can go hand in hand. While it doesn’t take much to want to go “green,” getting started can be intimidating. Simple gardening practices, such as installing a rain barrel or reducing pesticide use by composting, can be effective in conserving natural resources, creating habitats, and keeping waterways clean. Take one of these five tips to get started.

opening with a fine mesh to keep out mosquitos. Drill a hole at the bottom of the barrel to attach a spigot and a hole near the top of the barrel to insert an overflow tube. Elevate the rain barrel to allow gravity to force the water out the spigot and ensure the overflow spout is pointed away from the house’s foundation. The rain barrel can be connected to a downspout gutter or placed under a roof corner where water runs off.

1. Install a rain barrel to collect rain from a rooftop and use it to water plants. Rain barrels can be easily built by cutting the top off a large, foodgrade opaque barrel and covering the

2. Plant native plants to create a backyard ecosystem. Plants like bee balm, butterfly milkweed, coneflowers, and Dahoon Holly are natural to this region and acclimated to local climate

patterns and soil conditions. Including native plants in a garden promotes a healthy ecosystem by encouraging pollinators and providing food and habitat for local birds and critters.

3. Compost to save money and reduce fertilizer use. Compost is a soil additive made from decomposing organic materials, usually food waste and lawn debris. Because compost contains nutrients plants need, it can be used in place of fertilizer. Composting is pressure-free and only requires patience and consistency. Use a container or create a pile in the yard where food scraps can be added and covered with leaves. Eventually, compost happens.

4. Opt for wetland plants over rain garden plants in extremely wet spots.

A common misconception about rain gardens is that they should be planted in areas with poor drainage. However, rain gardens require well-drained soil and are not the best option for areas that remain wet. As an alternative, create a garden using plants like swamp sunflower or river birches that prefer poorly drained soils.

5. Don’t have a yard? Try a container garden. Even if yard space is plentiful, planting in a container can add an element of creativity to a garden.

Any plant, even trees, can be planted in a container; and any container can be used as long as it drains water well (create drainage holes, if necessary).

The plant will need plenty of room to grow and a nutrient additive, like compost or fertilizer. To create a visually appealing arrangement in a single container, include a plant that spills over the edge to soften the edges, a plant that fills the container and provides height, and a plant that creates the “wow” factor.

With just a few simple action steps, sustainability and gardening can become best friends.

Chenille Williams is the education program coordinator for Richland County.

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Tart Cherry Aids Runner Performance

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study of distance runners by Texas A&M University, in College Station, determined that shortterm supplementation of dried tart cherry powder improved running times, decreased inflammation and increased muscle metabolism and immunity.

The researchers divided 27 endurance-trained young adult athletes into two groups. Eleven participants were given a daily powdered tart cherry supplement for 10 days, and 16 were given a rice flour placebo. All completed a half-marathon near the end of the 10day trial. The researchers tested fasting blood samples and a quadriceps muscle soreness rating prior to the run, 60 minutes after the run and 24 and 48 hours post-run.

The tart cherry group reported 13 percent faster average running times, as well as significantly lower inflammatory markers. They also reported 34 percent lower quadriceps soreness prior to the run. Tart cherry supplementation also increased immunity and resulted in better muscle metabolism.

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COMBO PROBIOTICS EASE HAY FEVER study from the University of Florida, in Gainesville, has found that the probiotic combination of lactobacilli and bifidobacteria (sold as Kyo-Dophilus) helps relieve the symptoms of seasonal allergies.

Researchers split 173 healthy adults with mild seasonal allergies into two groups during the height of the spring allergy season. The first group was given the probiotic combination, while the other group received a placebo. The subjects filled out a weekly online survey for eight weeks about their allergy symptoms and discomfort levels.

The probiotic combination resulted in fewer allergyrelated nasal symptoms plus quality-of-life improvements.

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esearch from Sweden has found that acupuncture helps reduce the crying of colicky babies. The study monitored 147 babies between the ages of 2 and 8 weeks with colic at four separate Swedish public child health centers.

The babies were divided into three groups; each visited the clinic twice a week for two weeks. One group received “gold standard” care plus five minutes of minimal acupuncture, one group received standard care plus five minutes of acupuncture and one group received standard care only.

After two weeks, both acupuncture groups showed a reduction in crying time by the second week and at a later follow-up. More babies dropped to less than three hours of crying per day in the acupuncture groups than the control group, removing them from the colic category altogether. No adverse effects were recorded.

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esearch from the University of Pittsburgh, in Pennsylvania, has established that structured physical activity following a stroke can significantly improve cognitive function in survivors.

The study used data from 13 clinical trials that included 735 participants to analyze general cognitive improvement, executive function, attention and working memory, as well as the impact of different types of physical activity.

Researchers found that exercise following a stroke produced cognitive improvements in both attention and speed in processing information. They further discovered that a combination of aerobic exercise and strength training produced the maximum cognitive improvements.

“We found that a program as short as 12 weeks is effective at improving cognition, and even patients with chronic stroke can experience improvements in their cognition with an exercise intervention,” says lead author Lauren E. Oberlin, a graduate student at the university.

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Neonic Pesticides Again Linked to Decline A study in the journal Nature Communications examined wild bee populations relative to the use of controversial neonic (neonicotinoid) pesticides from 1994 to 2011, and discovered that extinction rates paralleled their use on plants throughout the country.

The 34 species analyzed experienced a 10 percent population drop across the board, with five of the species seeing a decrease of 20 percent or more, and the most-impacted group declining by 30 percent. Researchers say this indicates that up to half of the population decline could be attributed to the use of neonics.

“It contributes, but there is a bigger picture,” says Jeffrey Pettis, an entomologist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture Beltsville Bee Laboratory, in Maryland. Other factors are thought to include parasites such as varroa mites and nosema fungus (a bacterial disease known as foulbrood) plus viruses, drought and loss of habitat.

Meanwhile, the Friends of the Earth (FOE) environmental group has launched a petition calling on the Ace and True Value hardware companies to follow Lowe’s and Home Depot’s example of phasing out the pesticides. FOE says, “If these garden retailers don’t act fast, they’ll lose customers. A new poll shows that 66 percent of Americans prefer to shop at Lowe’s and Home Depot because they’ve committed to stop selling bee-killing pesticides.”

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Floating Trash-Eaters Clean Up Baltimore Harbor Mr. Trash Wheel and Professor Trash Wheel, the solar- and hydro-powered trash interceptors cleaning up Baltimore’s inner harbor, have the ability to suck up plastic bags, Styrofoam containers, cigarette butts and other debris. The waste is burned to generate electricity, and plans exist to increase recycling capabilities in the future.

The brainchild of engineer John Kellett, who gained the support of the Water Partnership of Baltimore, a nonprofit that supports environmental legislation, the inventions are designed to make the area a green, safe and friendly destination for people and marine life.

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Astonishing Agriculture

Food Grows Without Soil or Groundwater Proponents of GMO (genetically modified) food may argue that the technique is necessary because the world is running out of resources.

However, agricultural startup Sundrop Farms, with offices in the UK and Australia, has developed high-tech greenhouse facilities that apply solutions to grow crops with less reliance on finite natural resources than conventional greenhouse production.

In 2010, Sundrop Farms opened a pilot facility in Port Augusta, South Australia, that is combining seawater and sunlight to grow food in the middle of the desert, unaffected by climate change, biotech land grabs, drought, floods and pestilence. They are using coconut husks, 23,000 mirrors to reflect solar power and desalinated seawater on a hydroponic farm of just under 50 acres to grow 17,000 metric tons of non-GMO food every year.

Built at a reported cost of $200 million, the facility has a year-round growing season. In winter, its greenhouse operates with the help of 39 megawatts of clean energy from solar power. Coles Supermarkets has signed a 10-year contract for the exclusive right to sell the company’s produce.

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Kitchen Garden Stays at White House The W. Atlee Burpee home gardening company and the Burpee Foundation have contributed $2.5 million to the National Park Foundation to maintain the White House garden, founded in 2009 by former First Lady Michelle Obama, for at least 17 years.

The garden is a powerful symbol of Obama’s effort to promote healthy eating and lifestyles for America’s children. During an eight-year span, she added beehives, a compost system and a pollinator garden to attract birds and butterflies as the garden nearly tripled in size to 2,800 square feet.

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h, summer is here … a time for vacations, barbecues and sunshine!

And, for some, it may also mean taking a more carefree attitude toward health and fitness goals. Instead of taking a “free pass” on these goals over the summer months, why not take advantage of all that summer has to offer by using it to maintain and improve Tina Wilkerson health and wellness? Here are five reasons why summer can be a great time to focus on fitness.

1) Longer Days: Use the great summer weather as a chance to get outdoors for exercise. Early risers have the chance to get the day started with a brisk walk or run before starting the workday. For those that prefer the relaxed feel of the evening air, a stroll through one’s favorite park can be ideal. Adding some sets of push-ups and step-ups on a park bench can stimulate strength gain and calorie burn.

2) Nature Works: Many of the body’s “feel good” hormones are stimulated through sun exposure, exercise, smell and touch. Being outside, touching the grass, smelling fresh air and flowers, and feeling the sun on the face are some of the best ways to improve one’s mood. Getting the heart rate up with 20 or more minutes of outdoor exercise can also increase endorphin levels.

3) Vacation: One of the most recognized reasons for missing workouts is lack of time. Tight regular schedules might make finding time to exercise difficult. When on vacation, you might have more time on your hands. Staying at the beach? Get up early for that jog in the sand, or use the mid-day lull for a bodyweight routine in the beach house. Taking a week on the

lake? How about using the late afternoon for a sunset swim or some exercises on the grass near the shore? Staying in a hotel?

Google “hotel workouts” or ask a knowledgeable trainer for a routine that utilizes the space within the hotel room. There are hundreds of simple and easy exercises that can be done virtually anywhere.

4) Summer Veggies: Some of the best-tasting fruits and veggies are locally grown and available now. Take time to visit local farmers’ markets and produce stands. A summer salad with local, ripe, nutritious produce is a great way to satisfy hunger and maintain good health. Better yet, start your own small garden. Google “backyard gardens” to learn how.

5) Stay Hydrated: Most health officials recommend drinking at least 64 ounces of water each day; this amount may vary slightly based upon the individual, but it is a good starting point for many. During the summer, the body needs more water to stay hydrated. Being outside and playing in high-heat conditions can cause the body to perspire greatly. This is a reminder, and even a warning, from one’s own body to take in water—advice that should note be ignored.

To be sure, summertime should be fun and exciting— filled with lots of great memories. And by implementing just a few helpful fitness tips to stay on track, individuals can have a blast with no regrets!

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Eating Vegan on the Road Clever Ways to Eat Healthy Anywhere

by Judith Fertig

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raveling can be tricky for those trying to eat a plant-based diet, especially on long stretches of highway. More than 33 percent of Americans, or 100 million-plus people, are eating vegan/vegetarian meals more often, even if they do not adhere to a strict plant-based lifestyle, concluded a 2011 Harris Interactive study commissioned by the Vegetarian Resource Group. Here is what the discerning traveler can do when hunger strikes.

Start by looking for vegan pit stops before you go. Identify a plant-friendly restaurant group, such as Dr. Andrew Weil’s True Food Kitchen (now in 12 states), and then Google for their locations. Smartphone apps such as Finding Vegan and Happy Cow help point the way to vegan-friendly restaurants around the world.

This month, Natural Awakenings asked three savvy travelers how they manage plant-based eating wherever they go.

For Dustin Harder, eating well on the road is a matter of research and preparation. He is the New York Citybased chef/host of the online program The Vegan Roadie, with 100 U.S. restau-

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rant visits and counting and now seeking crowdfunding for its third season, set in Italy. Harder has learned to investigate his dining options ahead of time, and always packs a travel-size, high-speed blender, lots of trail mix and his favorite condiments of sriracha (bottled hot sauce) and nutritional yeast.

“You can locate great vegan restaurants in surprising places if you search online before you travel,” he says, listing Viva Vegeria and La Botanica, in San Antonio, Texas, and The Red Fern, in Rochester, New York, among his finds.

Where vegan restaurants are scarce, he turns to plant-based options at Chipotle Mexican Grill and Panera Bread. His DIY hotel-room cuisine favorites are a Hotel Smoothie, Banushi (banana sushi) and Pizzadilla, a cross between a pizza and a quesadilla, “cooked” in aluminum foil using a hotel iron and ironing board.

Matt Frazier, a runner and co-author of the No Meat Athlete Cookbook, recently went on the road for a self-funded book tour. Not only had he left his high-powered blender back home with his family in Asheville, North Carolina, he was on a tight budget. “The trick that has helped me not

just survive, but thrive on the road is eating fresher, more whole and more raw,” he says. He recommends filling up on kale, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, nuts and seeds, berries, beans, onions and mushrooms.

Lindsay S. Nixon, author of The Happy Herbivore Guide to Plant-Based Living and related cookbooks, has traveled from her home in Los Angeles across the country and around the world, finding plant-based foods wherever she goes.

“Almost every city has a Thai or Italian restaurant where you should be able to find something on the menu or adapt a dish to stick with plants,” she says. “You might have to get a little creative. I once asked for salsa and a plain, baked potato; not a bad combo, as it turns out.”

Wherever we find ourselves, we can still find healthy ways to eat.

Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS. Connect at JudithFertig.com.

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by Dustin Harder of the tortilla, top with peppers and onions, spoon over the marinara and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

Fold the other half over the toppings, and then fold the foil over the entire Pizzadilla, completely closing the edges of the foil.

Place the foil packet on the ironing board and the iron on the foil packet.

Iron it out to flatten slightly and then leave iron on the foil packet for 2 minutes, flip and repeat. Open foil, cut the Pizzadilla in half and it’s ready to eat.

Pizzadilla Yields: 1 serving

Preheat hotel or travel iron; the linen setting works well.

While the iron is preheating, place tortilla on a square of aluminum foil large enough to enclose the tortilla.

Sprinkle half the cheese on one half

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Hotel Smoothie Yields: 1 serving 1 cup filtered water or apple juice Handful or two of tender, baby greens, such as baby spinach or kale 1 banana, peeled, or another favorite soft, peeled fruit

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1 large tortilla of choice (whole wheat or GMO-free corn) ½ cup Daiya vegan mozzarella shreds 2 Tbsp onion, chopped 2 Tbsp green pepper, chopped ¼ cup pizza sauce or marinara, store-bought Shredded fresh basil for garnish (optional) Field Roast Grain Meat Italian Sausage (optional) Large piece of aluminum foil Iron and ironing board

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Put the water, greens and banana in a high-speed, travel-sized blender and blend until smooth.

Banushi Yields: 1 serving Nut butter of choice Bananas (not overripe; firm enough to hold toppings) Blueberries Pomegranate seeds or strawberries, cut into slivers Raw nuts of choice, crumbled, crushed or ground up Peel the banana. Spread with a layer of nut butter to look like a sushi roll.

Place blueberries in a line down the middle lengthwise, about an inch apart.

Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds or strawberry slivers and top with raw nut crumble. Slice into pieces the size of sushi roll pieces.

Recipes courtesy of VeganRoadie.com.

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ou know that mercury is bad for people. John Moore, a prominent 20th-century mercury and dental health researcher, regarded mercury as a ubiquitous contaminant of everything from plastics to concrete and medicine.

But what about your dog? Pets also routinely encounter mercury and other toxic metals like aluminum and lead.

For humans, eating whole, organic and even biodynamic food has become imperative to avoid heavy metals. That’s also true for canines. A species-appropriate raw diet including veggies is often recommended. And any raw meaty bones should be the joints and not the long bones unless purchased from a company that tests for heavy metals.

Here are some preventive and remedial steps.

post-vaccination immunity issues.

Good nutrient sources to add to doggie meals include:

Vitamin A: liver, yellow and orange fruits and vegetables, dark leafy greens, eggs Vitamin C: berries, citrus, red bell peppers (or berry powder supplements; one-half teaspoon per 25 pounds of weight) Vitamin E: grains, seeds and their oils, wheat germ oil Vitamin D: liver, eggs, oily fish like sardines, mackerel, salmon B vitamins: liver, venison (or moringa leaf powder supplement, one-half teaspoon per 25 pounds) Zinc: red meat, poultry Magnesium: dark leafy greens, seeds, fish Selenium: oily fish, grass-fed beef and beef liver, free-range chicken, egg Turmeric: a powerful supplement to help treat and prevent gene damage caused by heavy metals and glyphosate (oneeighth to one-quarter teaspoon per 10 pounds of body weight per day, combined with a healthy fat like coconut oil and some freshly ground black pepper for better absorption).

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Heal leaky gut first. Like humans, pets with leaky gut will have food allergies. Remove causes like vaccines and processed foods; support the liver; rebalance with prebiotics, probiotics and digestive enzymes; replenish with a healthy whole foods diet, along with aloe, slippery elm and marshmallow root; and restore with homeopathic remedies. Follow up with fermented veggies as part of the diet. Consult a naturopathic veterinarian for treatment.

Provide clean, filtered water.

Mountain spring water is ideal.

Boost nutrients. Nutrient deficiencies

that can arise in conjunction with mercury poisoning include antioxidant vitamins A, C, E and vitamin D, plus the complex of B vitamins, zinc, magnesium and selenium. These also help treat potential natural awakenings

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Prevent and treat candida. Avoid aggravating

candida as it can release 60-plus toxic substances, including ethanols and the heavy metals it eats.

Eliminate all carbs, sugar and grains from the dog’s diet.

Greens, minerals and herbs. The use of juvenile

grasses is detoxifying and provides necessary magnesium during a detox. Sea vegetables can supply calcium, iodine and trace minerals. Herbs like curcumin, ginger and cayenne are potent antioxidants; ginger and turmeric help with DNA repair. Nutrients from green leafy vegetables like spinach and broccoli can enter cells and reduce inflammation; broccoli sprouts also apply, with the most effective delivery method via a concentrated powder.

Blend or lightly steam veggies to enhance digestion, then add one tablespoon for smaller dogs, or three to four for larger dogs.

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No fake food or vitamins. Be wary of synthetic

vitamins. Whole foods may be properly supplemented with gentle chelators like open cell wall chlorella and super foods like spirulina.

Probiotics plus. Probiotics help restore healthy gut bac-

teria, repair genes, synthesize nutrients and help remove mercury from the body. Cultivating a gut garden of beneficial bugs boosts health. Add a teaspoon or two of kefir or fermented veggies to the dinner of small dogs, up to a tablespoon or two for larger animals. A high-quality refrigerated probiotic supplement is an option; if it’s made for animals, follow the

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package directions; for human products, assume the dose is for a 150-pound person and adjust for the dog’s weight.

Amino acids, the primary building blocks of proteins, are integral to detoxification; feeding a dog a variety of meats, along with fish and eggs, will provide these. Digestive enzymes also support health; a supplement should include many kinds.

Cellulase, a plant enzyme that helps digest plant material, also extracts mercury, which destroys naturally occurring enzymes.

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Plan meals with prebiotics. Prebiotics occur naturally

in common high-fiber foods including cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts and spinach.

Carrots, beets and spirulina also benefit the gut. Establishing a healthy gut restores the body’s natural detoxification function, plus its ability to assimilate critical nutrients. Add a teaspoon or two for small dogs; one to three tablespoons for larger dogs.

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Raw food for detox. Discard commercially processed

foods and chemical synthetic vitamins. Go for raw and whole foods, add fermented foods and supplement intelligently with whole food-based supplements. Organic sources, grass-fed animals and even biodynamic food sources are ideal.

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Organ meats. A dog should have organ meats from clean animals at least once a week or as 10 percent of its diet.

As the body detoxifies, symptoms and discharges may occur. These are less common for dogs with raw, species-appropriate diets and minimal vaccinations. Visible results include old dogs displaying more energy and sharper cognitive function and awareness. Eyes are clearer. Fatty tissues shrink down, coats fill out and become shinier and skin becomes healthier. As the largest organ, skin reflects the state of the immune system as a whole.

A concentrated detox to overturn health issues relies on doctor protocols and individualized treatment. An everyday gentle detox generally keeps pets healthier.

Patricia Jordan is a naturopathic veterinarian in Cape Carteret, NC. Learn more at Dr-Jordan.com.

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e aware that glyphosate in Monsanto’s Roundup herbicide is prevalent in nonorganic foods, widely used as a weed killer and to dry crops before harvesting. This hidden poison, in the presence of ingested mercury, makes both the glyphosate and mercury 1,000 times more toxic.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology researcher Dr. Stephani Seneff, author of the article “The Destructive Effects of Heavy Metals and Glyphosate,” reports that glyphosate is a major driver of disease. The toxin stays in a pet’s bones, as well as the bones of the food-producing animals eating genetically modified (GMO) grains that dogs chew on.

4 Avoid the chemicals and toxins commonly found in many lawn care supplies, household cleaners and body care products. Grow food or patronize a best practices local farmer.

4 Be diligent in sourcing for clean, unprocessed food.

Learn about biodynamic farming and step up from organic to biodynamic.

4 Don’t hamper the immune system with unsafe and unnecessary vaccinations and drugs.

4 Spend time in the sunshine.

4 Exercise. The lymphatic system won’t work and the body can’t purge spent mitochondria or make new ones without it.

4 Incorporate beneficial bugs through prebiotics and probiotics and enzymes. Learn to ferment and sprout, and add these ingredients to family and pet meals. natural awakenings

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Take Toxins Out of Your Life

by Meredith Montgomery

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he term “detox” has been gaining traction in health circles, but cleansing practices have existed for millennia, ranging from Egyptian hydrotherapy to Medieval Lenten practices and Native American fasting, smudging and sweat lodges. The truth is that we need cleansing now more than ever—to rid our bodies of chemical overload and our minds of negative thinking.

The Environmental Defense Fund has counted more than 100 chemicals produced in the U.S. that are present in everyday products and hazardous to humans and the environment. “Our body is a natural detoxifier, ridding itself of toxins through pooping, peeing, sweating and shedding skin. But in our current toxic overload situation, it’s not always an efficient process,” observes Deanna Minich, Ph.D., an author and functional nutritionist in Washington state.

Some experts believe many commercial detoxification programs are unsafe, extreme and ineffective. “Psychologically, a short-term cleanse can act as a stepping stone if you’re eating fast food and donuts every day,” says Dr. Michael Greger, a Washington, D.C., physician specializing in clinical

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nutrition and author of How Not to Die. “What matters more is longterm—what you’re eating a decade from now. No quick fix is going to do it, it’s a lifestyle change.”

Feed Your Microbiome

When the microbiome becomes depleted, overall health is affected. Dr. Robynne Chutkan, a gastroenterologist at Georgetown University Hospital, founder of the Digestive Center for Wellness, in Washington, D.C., and author of Gutbliss and The Microbiome Solution, explains, “The GI tract is the body’s engine, and microbes are the worker bees that operate the machinery so that digestion and toxin removal can happen.”

We’re all exposed to toxins, but if our inner terrain is healthy, our body can flush them out, so we won’t get sick. ~Robynne Chutkan

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She recommends switching to a plant-filled diet to effectively repopulate the microbiome and be aware of how food is grown. “Much store-bought produce, even organic options, is grown in depleted soil. Seek out biodynamic farmers that prioritize nutrient-rich soil to foster microbes,” Chutkan says. Even planting a couple of herbs or microgreens on the kitchen windowsill can make a difference. “Just picking those herbs and getting your hands in healthy dirt increases your exposure to health-promoting microbes.”

Get Dirty

“Health and wealth have become associated with cleanliness, yet the opposite is probably true,” assesses Chutkan. “Kids come in from the playground to use hand sanitizers and eat processed snacks. Instead, discard the microbiome-disrupting sanitizer and provide fresh vegetables for them to eat outside. We don’t want kids exposed to any serious pathogens, but getting a little dirty is essential.”

Studies have found that children with pets are more likely to have fewer allergies and infections and take fewer antibiotics than those living in pet-free households (Clinical & Experimental

Allergy and Kuopio University Hospital, Finland). Pets that venture outdoors bring healthy microbes inside; so does fresh air, which purifies poorer quality indoor air.

Chutkan also warns of excessive bathing. “When we scrub ourselves, we rub off microbes and naturally occurring oils; unless we’re filthy, we just need to gently rinse.” Marketers convince consumers that products with toxic ingredients are necessities, but coconut oil, apple cider vinegar and honey can effectively replace many toiletries.

Burn Fat Cells

According to ayurveda, burning fat fuels detoxification because toxins from preservatives, pollutants, pesticides and other damaging chemicals are stored in our fat cells. When fat is metabolized and used as an energy source, the toxins are released, ready to be flushed out.

“When we’re not burning fat, toxins can accumulate, cause congestion in the lymphatic channels, overwhelm the liver and ultimately be deposited back into fat cells or stored in the arteries, heart and brain,” comments Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner Dr. John Douillard, of Boulder, Colorado.

He’s the author of Eat Wheat and a former director of player development and nutrition advisor for the New Jersey Nets professional basketball team.

Reboot with a Quick Cleanse

To stimulate the body’s natural ability to burn fat, Douillard recommends a four-day, at-home detox cleanse.

“The digestive system is responsible for delivering nutrients and escorting dangerous toxins out of your body; if you can’t digest well, you can’t detoxify well,” he says.

Unlike drastic fasts and juice cleanses, which can deplete nutrients, he recommends stimulating fat metabolism with a cleanse that starts each morning with melted ghee followed by a simple nonfat diet throughout the day.

According to research published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, ghee, a clarified butter, has been proven to remove environmental toxins by attaching to toxic fats. Kitchari, the staple of the meal plan, is a nourish-

ing and easy-to-digest, porridge-like blend of beans, rice and Indian spices.

“When you eat a mono diet of just kitchari, your body can transfer the energy that normally goes toward digestion into cleansing and healing other systems,” says Douillard. For those not ready to maintain such a limited diet, he recommends a polydiet with the option to add seasonal steamed vegetables, oatmeal and other gluten-free grains.

Few Snacks, More Water

Work toward eating three meals a day—a light breakfast, big lunch and light and early dinner—without snacking in-between, and fasting for 13 hours each night.

Douillard notes, “This regimen should be maintained beyond the cleanse because it gives the body a chance to use up its carbohydrates—its normal, go-to fuel—and switch to its calmer, more stable, detoxifying fuel—body fat.”

Adapt the cleanse to avoid strain, because when under stress, the lymphatic system shuts down and the body stores fat and toxins. “If three meals a day with no snacks is not possible yet, have a nonfat high-protein snack and plan to eat more

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s soon as we start eating healthier diets, our body is able to detoxify more efficiently and diseases begin to be reversed,” says Dr. Michael Greger, a physician and creator of NutritionFacts.org. Follow these tips to enhance the detoxification process at mealtimes.

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Eat broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables raw or chop them at least 40 minutes before cooking to maximize intake of the phytonutrient sulforaphane, which boosts detoxifying enzymes in the liver. For the time-crunched, Greger suggests adding a small amount of any type of raw cruciferous vegetables to the cooked ones.

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Always choose colorful produce, with the exception of white mushrooms and cauliflower. “White foods are stripped of nutrition,” says Greger. Pigment indicates the richness of antioxidants that keep the body functioning efficiently. He likes adding shreds of economical and long-lasting red cabbage as an everyday garnish.

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Follow the seasons, because nature provides the ideal harvest for each season—heavier, denser foods in winter, like wheat, dairy, roots, nuts and seeds; and cooling, high-energy fruits and vegetables in summer. Dr. John Douillard, creator of the 3-Season Diet Challenge, remarks that research suggests that gut microbes are meant to change with local seasonal foods to optimize digestion, mood and immunity.

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Avoid plastics by limiting intake of foods stored or cooked in plastic, especially cling wrap, which is made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a known carcinogen, according to the World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer. Also avoid canned goods unless labeled bisphenol A (BPA)-free. “A lot of toxins enter our bodies through processed, overcooked and fried foods,” observes Deanna Minich, Ph.D. “As we replace these foods with nourishing options, we need to also minimize plastic packaging.”

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Filter water because, “We are primarily made of water, so if we’re drinking and bathing in contaminated water, it impacts health,” says Minich who recommends using a national testing laboratory to assess home tap water. The results can then be coupled with the Environmental Working Group’s buying guide (Tinyurl.com/EWG-Buying-Guide) to determine the most appropriate water filter to deal with the contaminants that may be present. natural awakenings

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Aim to drink half your healthiest body weight in ounces of room-temperature water every day, while also sipping warm-to-hot water—believed to soften the intestinal tract, move the lymph and hydrate the cells more effectively than cold water—every 10 to 15 minutes for two weeks. Plain water has a hydrating effect that not even lemon water can replicate.

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“Toxins are best understood less as poisons than as barriers—obstacles to the life and health we truly want,” says Minich. As a functional medicine nutritionist, she believes that food as medicine is only one aspect of full-spectrum health. Her approach revolves around clusters of nutritional, anatomical, psychological and spiritual life issues that can be jointly detoxified, supported and healed.

“Good eating alone will not necessarily solve our emotional woes or stop our limiting beliefs and toxic self-talk,” she explains in Whole Detox, a book based on a whole-life, whole-systems, whole-foods approach to detoxification.

“We need to remove all the barriers that impede our growth. Limiting thoughts, as well as heavy metals and pesticides, are toxic barriers that weigh us down, sapping energy that might be used for better things.”

See How You’re Dooing

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good bowel movement is the ultimate detox, eliminating toxins, unwanted bacteria, cells that have outlived their usefulness and other waste that has to go. Stools provide an index of health, so turn around and take a look at them for feedback for improving digestive and overall health. One key way to assess a stool is by its color. Use the following guide: 4 Pale, chalky stool can be a sign of liver disease or clogged bile ducts, and is often accompanied by dark urine because the bile gets excreted through the kidneys instead of the digestive tract.

Her 21-day program is designed to establish long-term lifestyle changes with simple habits. She recommends monitoring our emotions and tracking thoughts with daily writing exercises.

“Look at yourself like you’re examining a food label to get to the root of limiting patterns,” she says, encouraging questions such as, “Is this thought healthy for me?” or, “Do I want this thought in my being?” Be mindful of speech as well; swearing, exaggerating and interrupting can have deleterious effects, while uplifting affirmations can inspire positive actions.

She attests that visualization can help prevent the creative self from shutting down, another aspect of toxicity.

“Be intuitive and imaginative; allow creative expression to flow. Before you can manifest what you want in life, you have to envision it.” Minich wants patients to invite introspection by taking a few minutes each day to be in solitude and silence, allowing meaning and purpose to surface.

Daily stress relief practices such

as meditation, yoga, self-massage and mindful breathing can foster stress reduction. “Life shouldn’t feel like an emergency. We need to navigate around stress so we’re not inundated by it,” counsels Douillard.

By extracting toxins through sweat and circulating nutrients, physical activity is equally important for detoxification, but it’s also a form of self-love.

“It expands your sense of possibilities, freeing you to go where you will and to carry burdens lightly,” Minich says.

In this age of personalized medicine, Minich encourages patients to focus on the parts of a detox program that they need most, whether it’s diet, exercise, massage, emotional well-being or spirituality. She reminds us that the desire and need to cleanse is universal.“Detox is as old as humankind.”

Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Gulf Coast Alabama/Mississippi (HealthyLiving HealthyPlanet.com).

4 Yellow stool may mean a parasite like Giardia or excess fat because of a pancreas that’s not secreting enough enzymes.

4 Green stool can be the result of a Clostridium difficile infection or antibiotics.

4 Red stool occurs with bleeding from the colon, but can also be caused by eating beets.

4 Black stool usually signifies bleeding from higher in the gastrointestinal tract or from an iron supplement.

4 Lighter brown stool may mean insufficient deeply pigmented leafy greens in the diet.

4 Blue stool can be from bluecolored food.

4 Dark brown is the color of stool nirvana. Bile and bilirubin pigment, formed in the liver from dead red blood cells, give healthy stools this chocolate color.

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Four Reasons to Break a Sweat The Fast Path to Flushing Toxins

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octors, health experts and fitness gurus tell us that we should break a sweat every day—and for good reason. Sweat not only activates a host of benefits tied to health-boosting exercise, perspiring itself is curative. Whether sitting in a sauna, walking on a warm day or working out, sweating is a necessary bodily function with powerful healing effects.

By clearing out a range of toxins, sweat plays an essential role in the body’s natural detoxifying function. Here are some of the toxins it helps eliminate:

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organic pollutants (solvents, fumigants and insecticides): A clinical study of

20 participants published in BioMed Research International found that their sweat samples contained a range of toxins, including pesticides DDT/DDE, endosulfan, methoxychlor and endrin. Nearly all parent compounds of these pesticides were evident, demonstrating that sweating is an effective way of excreting and diminishing the body’s toxic burden. One sweat sample contained some pesticides not present in the subject’s blood or urine samples, suggesting that some pesticides are only mobilized and eliminated through sweating.

Phthalate (plasticizer): Phthalate, found in plastic products, is also removed through sweat. Research published in the Scientific World Journal evaluated blood, sweat and urine samples from 20 individuals and discovered that all of them contained the common mono-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (MEHP). The concentrations of this

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toxin in sweat were more than twice as high as those in the urine, showing that sweating may be the best way of ridding the body of this endocrine-disrupting compound.

option is spending time in a sauna. Notably, in a focused study, the sweat from an infrared sauna expelled more bismuth, cadmium, chromium, mercury and uranium than that produced by a steam sauna. The steam sauna caused higher levels of arsenic, aluminum, cobalt, copper, manganese, nickel, lead, tin, thallium and zinc to be excreted (Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology).

Hydration is essential in maximizing all these health benefits. Failure to hydrate properly during and after sweating can lead to other health problems. An easy rehydration practice is to step on the scales right before and after sweating; the weight lost is the optimum amount of water to drink afterwards (Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine). For reference, one pound of water is slightly less than a one-half liter.

Sweat contains minerals essential for optimal functioning of the whole body. Following excessive sweating, it’s important to replace the minerals lost, especially zinc, copper, selenium, chromium and potassium. Coconut water is a good source of potassium; nuts, seafood, whole grains and legumes generally contain relatively high doses of zinc, copper, selenium and chromium.

The next time the couch and air conditioning beckon, think of all the “sweaty” benefits about to be sacrificed.

Breaking a sweat might seem like an effort, but it keeps internal detox systems healthy and optimally functioning.

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Heavy metals: Another study of 20 patients reported in the Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology found that subjects’ sweat contained about 24 times more cadmium, 19 times more nickel, 16 times more lead and almost three times more aluminum than their urine. Overall, sweat proved more effective than urine at removing 14 of the 18 heavy metals studied. It also contained and, therefore, expelled larger quantities of 16 of the 18 metals than the blood samples did.

Of all the metals, aluminum was found at the highest concentrations in sweat, with zinc, copper and nickel also occurring at relatively high levels.

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Bisphenol A (BPA): Researchers reporting in the Journal of Environmental and Public Health examined the blood, urine and sweat of 20 participants for BPA, an endocrine-disrupting toxin found in canned foods, plastic water bottles and other items. Of the 20 sweat samples collected, 16 contained BPA, while only 14 urine and 2 blood samples tested positive for the toxin.

This reveals that sweat is the most effective way of removing BPA build-up in the body; just as vital, it demonstrates that testing blood or urine for toxicity levels may not present the whole picture.

Deanna Minich, Ph.D., is an author, teacher and researcher, as well as founder of Food & Spirit, a framework to integrate ancient healing traditions with modern science. She leads online detox programs as part of her whole-self approach to health. Connect at DeannaMinich.com.

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Fun Ways to Get Outside This Summer

Be a Kid Again With Your Own Family

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ummer is calling and so is the great outdoors. Here are some super vacation sites, inviting activities and ideas to spark summer fun with your family.

pension bridges, including the longest of its kind in North America. Stay in eco-friendly lodges, cabins and tree houses.

Hike It

From July 30 to August 4, the Omega Institute, in Rhinebeck, New York, will host Family Week. Grownups attend workshops while kids participate in specialty camps; everyone convenes for meals, free time and evening entertainment. The campus relies on sustainable energy and local agriculture. Free tours are available at the environmental education center.

“Hiking teaches kids respect for the outdoors and animals,” says Branch Whitney, a Mount Charleston, Nevada, author of three books on hiking. “Near Las Vegas, in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, sandstone rock affords a rare sight—year-round running water and lush ferns.”

Ralph Stover State Park, in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, offers easy walking trails and climbing rocks. When water levels are high, Tohickon Creek challenges paddlers and whitewater rafters.

Family Week

Camp in Style

If traditional camping isn’t on the table, try Tentrr. Campsites on the privately owned properties sleep four to 16 peo-

Zip Lines and More

Holding the Guinness World Record for the longest and largest continuous eco zip line canopy tour in the world, historic Banning Mills, in Whitesburg, Georgia, will thrill tweens and teens.

Enjoy a slower pace on the 12-mile Hike and Bike Trail, with nine sus-

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ple in a family, pet-friendly atmosphere.

A tent, fire pit, picnic table, water container, camp toilet, queen-size cot, grill, food storage and sun shower are provided. “Compared to other accommodations, each night at a Tentrr campsite saves 245 gallons of water and reduces CO2 output by 54 pounds per campsite,” estimates Michael D’Agostino, Tentrr’s founder and CEO.

The secluded Lumberland, New York, campsite, along the Delaware River, sets its roomy tent on a wooden deck.

Attractions include Adirondack chairs for unwinding and a nearby farmers’ market and restaurant. Enjoy hiking, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, swimming and fishing.

Tentrr provides required life jackets and a shuttle to meet paddlers at their destination for the return trip to camp.

From its original 35 sites, the organization recently expanded to 250 campsites, predominantly from Pennsylvania to Maine. This fall, they’ll also open sites in the Pacific Northwest from Northern California to Washington state.

Head for the Beach

At Natural Bridges State Park, in California, visitors relish viewing shorebirds, migrating whales, seals and playful otters. Moore Creek forms freshwater wetlands and a salt marsh. There’s also a Monarch Butterfly Natural Preserve.

At Kama’ole Beach Park III, in Maui, Hawaii, the small waves are so clear that fish can be seen from the surface. Snorkeling gear rentals are available. Shaved ice stands keep everyone cool.

Lakefront beaches like West Beach at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, on Lake Michigan’s southern tip, attract kids. They can earn beachcomber badges in the Junior Ranger program by finding three different-colored rocks or telling what plants they saw most often.

In late August, Mayflower Beach, in Dennis, Massachusetts, hosts its annual local sand sculpture contest with divisions for kids and families creating the art together.

Go Farming

FarmWise, near Alpine Valley, in southeastern Wisconsin, gives children a personal peek into where their food comes from. They learn about life on a farm by tending livestock and farm pets, pruning fruit trees and weeding the garden. They also prepare snacks

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Science Saturdays at the EcoCenter at Heron’s Head Park, in San Francisco, are held every weekend with a focus on environmental education, park restoration, climate change science experiments, nature walks and citizen science excursions. “There are no other centers like it in the U.S.,” says staffer Jacqueline Murray. Learn more about this Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design Platinum living classroom at EcoCenterhhp.org.

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Whether on a one- or two-week vacation or a weekend away, a daytrip or backyard activity, there are plenty of nurturing outdoor options for kids of all ages to experience when the weather heats up.

If you can be content right now, then you’ll always be content, because it’s always right now. ~Willie Nelson

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Do less laundry.

Live stain-free.

Travel lighter.

Smell better.

Save the planet. ~Ably Apparel motto

Healthy Eye-Catching Eco-Wear It’s in Style and Easy Care

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co-friendly fashion used to be an oxymoron, synonymous with frumpy clothing and ugly shoes.

Now designers and manufacturers are finding ways to provide attractive and healthier alternatives to common fabrics, especially polyester.

After World War II, cotton, wool and linen fell out of favor as wash and wear, stain-resistant, permanent-press polyester arrived. Annual production of the synthetic fiber, consuming petroleum, coal, air and water resources, today exceeds 22 billion tons. Americans alone discard 14 million tons of clothing each year—80 pounds per person—with 80 percent going to landfills, where polyester takes 20 to 200 years to biodegrade.

A host of suppliers are responding to a rising demand for comfortable, trendy, easy-care, high-quality and eco-friendly clothing that’s actually good for you. Here are just a few of these innovators.

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using Filium-activated, 100 percent cotton fabric free of chemicals and nanoparticles. It repels spills and stains. When wet, it dries 40 percent faster than other materials. Perspiration evaporates through the breathable natural fabric, so Ably clothing doesn’t absorb odors or need to be washed and dried as often, saving water and energy (Tinyurl.com/FiliumFashion).

“The retail industry is one of today’s largest polluters in the world,” says Raj Shah, co-founder of Ably and co-creator of Filium. “Ably apparel saves time and reduces both carbon emissions and chemical detergent usage, resulting in cleaner water supplies.

We’re the first to apply the benefits of Filium to clothing, but hope other companies will follow suit.” The company has three stores and ships worldwide from its website.

Farm2Fashion made its New York debut in 2014, featuring ponchos, scarves and wraps crafted from manufacturers’ pre-consumer, recycled

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cotton scrap, plus local virgin farm fiber under the guidance of Laurie Perrone, creative director and president. Located in Cornwall, New York, the company’s artisan-inspired products are available through stores and the Web (Farm2Fashion.com).

“Our philosophy is simple—design classic products in America with substance and sustainability, while creating a low carbon footprint,” says Perrone.

“We encourage customers to pass our products from generation to generation. Apparel and other textile goods in America used to be made at home for families and friends. We want to bring some of that back to life.”

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“little black dress” takes on fresh personalities via two long straps that change its appearance from a modest one-shoulder to a dressier backless version, halter style or a variation with cap sleeves. Made to order in Philadelphia, the five-way short dress expands a woman’s wardrobe with a single purchase (Tinyurl.com/ OrgottonShortDress). The dress is 65 percent bamboo, 27 percent organic cotton and 8 percent Spandex; it’s washable in cold water and dries flat, saving energy. Orgotton’s Infinity Collection comprises a long dress, short dress, romper and bodysuit.

Alis Living (AlisLiving.com) lifestyle boutique, in Scottsdale, Arizona, is owner Janet Ellis’ creation. “In 2007, I taught meditation classes and noticed the women were not enjoying life

fully. Life should not be stressful,” she observes.

“The skin is the largest organ on the body and clothing fabrics are often treated with formaldehyde. So we exclusively focus on organic clothing.”

Her motto is, “Dress healthy, look good, have fun.” The clothing she carries are so simple and versatile that a change in accessories can take a dress from daytime business wear to evening elegance. “It used to be harder to find eco-friendly clothing.

It’s easier now,” Ellis remarks. “We carry Blue Canoe, Indigenous, Onno, Shupaca and Synergy fashion lines, adding more brands as we discover them.”

As a Master Gardener, Ellis also offers organic cooking classes for customers, harvesting from an onsite garden, thus creating a conscious community for women. “We want to serve one another and live joyously, but too often don’t make time for ourselves,” she says.

“We’re concerned about human health and the planet. We believe that we don’t have to do harm in order to enjoy good fashion, food and fun.” Fashion personality and creation, organic gardening, mindful art, meditation and yoga on the lawn are other classes offered onsite.

Eco-friendly clothing used to have little appeal for fashion buffs.

Now designers and manufacturers are finding fresh ways to provide the attractive and eco-healthy clothing more women want to wear.

Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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Maria Rodale Helps Organic Farmers Succeed

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uthor, gardener and corporate executive Maria Rodale continues to add luster to an unparalleled family commitment to organic food, sustainability and healthy living covering three-quarters of a century. As CEO and chairman of Rodale Inc., she oversees the publishing of books (An Inconvenient Truth; The South Beach Diet; Eat This, Not That!), magazines (Women’s Health, Men’s Health, Prevention and Organic Gardening) and naturally healthy living websites.

Her grandfather, J. I. Rodale, pioneered the American organic movement in 1942 by launching Organic Farming and Gardening magazine. In 1947, he founded the Soil and Health Association, which later became the Rodale Institute, a nonprofit educational and advocacy organization, of which Maria is a board member. The influence of her 2011 book Organic Manifesto: How Organic Farming Can Heal Our Planet, Feed the World, and Keep Us Safe remains strong.

What is the status of the organic farming industry?

As a whole, it has seen great growth, in large part due to increasing demand resulting from consumer awareness.

In 2015, organic was a $43 billion

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industry in the U.S., with Millennial householders leading the way. Still, only 5 percent of all food consumed in the U.S. is organic [produce 13 percent], while less than 1 percent of our farmland is certified organic, which spurs imports. So the opportunity to help encourage new organic farmers and transition conventional farmers is significant. The Rodale Institute invests as much time on education and outreach as on research to help organic farmers be profitable.

How else does the Institute help the industry?

We conduct cutting-edge research in organic agriculture to study and test natural strategies to combat pests, diseases and weeds. Growing organic isn’t solely about what you don’t do, such as using pesticides and genetically modified seeds. It also proactively focuses on benefiting soil health by using compost, cover crops, crop rotations and reduced tillage. As we refine these “regenerative agriculture” methods, we share them with farmers so they can increase their productivity and success.

We are expanding our research in nutrient density. The Institute works to understand the difference in nutrient levels, such as proteins, vitamins and

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What new programs or initiatives are particularly exciting?

Launched in 1981, our Farming Systems Trial is the longest-running North American research project comparing organic versus conventional grains such as corn and soybeans; it has allowed us to compare yields, water and energy use, soil organic matter, nutrient density, profitability and other factors. In 2016, we introduced our Vegetable Systems Trial, a side-by-side comparison for organic versus conventional produce. We expect organic management practices that improve soil health can enhance nutrient density in vegetables and so benefit farmers’ lives and eating habits worldwide.

In 2016, we launched the Organic Farmers Association (OrganicFarmers Association.org), creating a valuable information exchange and unified voice for domestic certified organic producers. This national membership organization focuses on policy issues, including the Farm Bill, subsidy programs, animal welfare standards and contamination from conventional farm fields.

Can the public provide input to the 2018 Farm Bill?

President Trump’s proposed “skinny” budget seeks to gut many federal programs, including those designed to protect the environment, so we need to urge elected representatives to stand up for organic farmers as the new bill develops.

Historically, heavily funded commodity crop interests fight against assistance programs that encourage low-income people to buy healthy foods.

Organic agriculture made strides in the 2014 Farm Bill, which provided increased support for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Program, crop insurance, organic research and organic certification cost-sharing programs. To help meet surging demand for organics, it’s important to support initiatives like the Conservation Reserve and Transition Initiatives programs that provide resources for farmers to move from synthetic chemical farming to organic methods.

Besides healthier food, what other benefits of organic farming have convinced late adopters to convert?

Healthy soil, full of billions of beneficial microorganisms, is a major byproduct of regenerative organic farming. Organic farming creates diverse, healthy ecosystems that protect wildlife.

However, any agricultural model that’s fixated on yields at the expense of soil health will incur a steep price as those farms won’t remain productive for future generations.

Regenerative organic farming facilitates storage of carbon in the ground, making it integral to addressing the climate crisis. Organic Manifesto makes the case plain; to optimize your own and the planet’s health—buy, grow and eat organic food.

Randy Kambic is a freelance writer and editor in Estero, FL, and regular contributor to Natural Awakenings.

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Floral Throughways Garden Clubs Help Beautify Roads Displays of flowers populating highway meridians, road embankments and adjacent green spaces are often due to the efforts of garden clubs working with state departments of transportation (DOT). Some of these pioneers also inspire other clubs to pursue similar collaborations, often with public support.

“The people of Texas have joined wholeheartedly in what Lady Bird Johnson started,” says Linda Love, roadside beautification chairperson of the Texas Garden Clubs, Inc. (TexasGardenClubs.org), headquartered in Fort Worth. Their committee recognizes planting projects on state and county highways assisted by 320 local clubs encompassing about 10,000 members.

She points to particularly attractive areas along highways 75 in Richardson, plus highways 45 and 35 extending south of Dallas, where concentrations of blue bonnets “look like lakes,” says Love.

Other planted native flower patches include Indian paintbrush and gaillardia. She notes that the state prohibits mowing of blue bonnets until after they’ve bloomed and dropped their seeds; picking rules preserve their beauty.

Gail Hill, chair of The Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc.’s (ffgc.org) roadside beautification committee, based in Winter Park, reports the Ella P. Wood Paths of Sunshine Award Program that partners with the Florida Wildflower Foundation (FlaWildflowers.org) recognizes the efforts of state DOT maintenance crews in establishing and maintaining roadside wildflowers. “The department has run a strong program for decades,” she says.

Local clubs are encouraged to petition elected officials for new resolutions to develop roadside wildflower projects. “About half of Florida’s counties have passed resolutions, including most recently, Santa Rosa and Escambia counties,” says Hill.

This year, the Raleigh-based The Garden Club of North Carolina, Inc. (GardenClubOfNC.org), with more than 200 chapters, is working with the state DOT to commemorate the centennial of America’s entry into World War I by planting red poppies and bachelor buttons. Roadside Development Chairperson Pat Cashwell reports that about 1,500 acres of wildflowers, including cosmos, are planted annually on state and county highways each summer and fall, largely funded by the sale of special license plates, with awards to highway department crews. “We get letters from people after they drive through the state commenting on the floral beauty,” she enthuses.

Many garden clubs also establish flowers in parks, schoolyards, church properties and other public locations.

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SATURDAYS JULY 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 Murraywood Health Food–10am-6pm. 20% off all grocery items, excluding local honey. Murraywood Shopping Center, 7001 St Andrews Rd, Columbia.

Info: 803-732-3847.

call immediately to preregister and reserve a space.

Only those preregistered will be allowed to attend.

Expect Wellness, 130 Suber Rd, Ste D, Columbia.

Info/registration: 803-796-1702, DrRachelHall.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 21

Discount Days at Rosewood–8am-8pm. 20% off purchase price; mention this listing. Deli sale items not included. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803-530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

Murder Mystery Theater–6pm. Murder Mystery Wedding and dinner. To honor the spirit and theme of the event, wedding attire is suggested. Seating is limited. Cost: $45. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia. Info: Contact Dolly G. Patton at 803-213-2035 or DPatton@icrc.net. Also visit icrc.net/saluda-shoals-foundation.

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SATURDAY, JULY 22

HoopYogini Flow Foundations–10am-1pm. Spinal Awakening Series, Alchemy and Flow, and From the Core. Align your body and mind through hoop dance. Cost: $70. Palms to Palmettos, 3357 Leaphart Rd, W Columbia. Info/registration: 803-553-7010.

Ticket purchase: SquareUp.com.

Breathwork Basics for Health and Healing– 11:45am-1pm. With Nicki Anahata Musick. Learn to create a well-functioning breathing anatomy for more life-force energy. Bring a yoga mat or chair.

Palms to Palmettos, 3357 Leaphart Rd, W Columbia.

Info/registration: 803-553-7010.

TUESDAY, JULY 11 Relieving Aches and Pains with Essential Oils– 7pm. Every 2nd Tuesday. Free. Chiropractic Care Center, 7245 St Andrews Rd, Columbia. Info: Call Patty Kranendonk at 803-730-9083.

ICRC Polar Challenge–8-9am. Midlands area residents are encouraged to participate in this nationwide challenge. Parking is free and a $10 donation is requested. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia. Info: Contact Dolly G. Patton at 803-213-2062 or visit icrc.net.

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THURSDAY, JULY 27

Stress, Hormone Health Seminar–Presented by Dr. Rachel Hall. Cost: Free. Due to limited capacity, call immediately to preregister and reserve a space.

Only those preregistered will be allowed to attend.

Expect Wellness, 130 Suber Rd, Ste D, Columbia.

Info/registration: 803-796-1702, DrRachelHall.com.

Night Hike at Saluda Shoals Park–9-10pm. Hike with a park ranger through some of Saluda Shoals’ best trails, learning interesting facts about the park and local history. Bring a flashlight and wear insect repellent. Cost: $5. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia. Info/registration: 803-2132062, icrc.net.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 12 Campus Invaders Workshop–9-11:30am. Studying and Managing Invasive Species in Outdoor Classrooms Workshop. Cost: Free (EEASC members); $15, nonmembers. Harbison State Forest Education Center, 5600 Broad River Rd, Columbia.

Info: Contact Jane Hiller at 803-779-0608 or Jane.

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THURSDAY, JULY 13 In the Know to Grow–5:30pm. Troublesome garden issues? Bring your samples or pictures. Randall and Lester will identify the issue and make suggestions to help fix. Sips and snacks will be served.

Cost: Free. Please RSVP. Gardener’s Outpost, 709 Woodrow St, Columbia. Info: 803-252-0041, GardenersOutpost.com.

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planahead TUESDAY, AUGUST 1 Providence Cooks–Carolina Made and Grown– 6-8pm. Registered dietitian Kay MacInnis hosts a sophisticated healthy multicourse meal feast using fresh locally grown produce. Cost: $25. Limited space. Providence Health Downtown, 2435 Forest Dr, Columbia. Info/registration: 800-424-3627, bit.ly/ProvCooks2017.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 4 Dances of Universal Peace–7-9pm–w/Marguerite Frongillo. The dances lift our spirits and open us to awareness of the divine in each other. Cost: Free; donations accepted. Near Midtown Mall in Forest Acres, Columbia. Info/directions: Contact Frongillo at 803-743-0731 or Mff426@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5 Sustainable Midlands Tasty Tomato Festival–1-7pm. A variety of fun for all ages. Event festivities include live music, bouncy houses, face painting, local food from local vendors and much more. Cost: $15 (cash only). City Roots Urban Farm, 1005 Airport Blvd, Columbia. Info: 225-385-2121 or email Janel at Janel@SustainableMidlands.org.

Also visit TastyTomatoFestival.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 8 Back to School with Essential Oils–7pm. Cost: Free. Chiropractic Care Center, 7245 St Andrews Rd, Columbia. Info: Call Patty Kranendonk at 803-730-9083.

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Wild Summer’s Night Auction–6-10pm. The South Carolina Wildlife Federation will auction off beautiful works of art, jewelry, guided birding and wildlife-watching trips, hunting and fishing excursions, and much more. Cost: $75. Seawell’s Catering, 1125 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info/order tickets: Contact Kristin Weaver at 803-256-0670 or Kristin@scwf.org. Also visit scwf.org.

Grandmothers Speak/Net of Light Gathering–1-2:30pm. Based on the series of books by Sharon McEarlane. Guided meditations will support and strengthen Yin energy. Cost: Free. Chi Energy Balance, 3610 Landmark Dr, Forest Acres. Info/ registration: Contact: Pam Lorentz at 803-749-1576 or visit NetOfLight.org.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 15 Directional Healing Group Sessions–1-2:30pm.

Monthly group healing session to facilitate spiritual/emotional/physical clearing and rebalance chi.

Suggested fee of $15. Space is limited, so please register early. Chi Energy Balance, 3610 Landmark Dr, Forest Acres. Info: Call Pam Lorentz at 803-7491576 or visit DirectionalHealing.com.

Stress, Hormone Health Seminar–Presented by Dr. Rachel Hall. Cost: Free. Due to limited capacity,

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Eckankar Spiritual Discussions and Community HU–10am. Free. Every 2nd Sunday. An esoteric approach to God realization without dogma or judgment. 7 Oaks Rec Center, 200 Leisure Ln, Columbia. Info: Call Steve Fischer at 803-318-1887, or visit Eck-SC.org or Meetup.com/Columbia-Spiritual-Seekers.

Gentle Yoga at the Lourie Center–w/Diane Barnes. The Beginner’s class, Tuesdays noon1:30pm. Basics of mind-body development, Wednesdays 11:30am-12:30pm. Chair yoga, Fridays 1:30-2:30pm. Info/list of programs and membership details: 803-779-1971, LourieCenterSC.com.

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Beginners’ Yoga–5:30pm. Perfect for starting yoga. Cost: $14 drop-in, package rates available.

Expect Wellness, 130 Suber Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-796-1702.

Columbia Resilience Integrated Health–3:307pm. Every 4th Monday. Energy-balance modalities offered through trained practitioners for chronic stress and post-trauma relief. Suggested donation: $10/session. St. Mark United Methodist Church, 3200 Lyles St, Columbia. Must preregister. Info/ register: Call Pamila Lorentz, of Chi Energy Balance, at 803-749-1576 or email ChiMassage@ BellSouth.net.

Yoga Gives Back–10am. Studies have shown that yoga has been effective in relieving anxiety, reducing stress and increasing energy. The first class is free. To attend regularly, participants are asked to give a $5 donation, volunteer at least one hour of time at a determined scheduled event or give two to five canned goods to a specified food drive. Mats and blankets are provided. North Springs Park, 1320 Clemson Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-414-2885.

Infertility Support Group–7-8:30pm. Every 2nd Monday. Free and confidential. Resolve: The National Infertility Association. Richland Library, 1431 Assembly St, Columbia. Info: Email Andrena King at ResolveColumbia@gmail.com.

Prenatal Massage Consultations–10am-4pm.

Every Monday. Free. Learn the benefits of massage during your pregnancy and how it will help prepare your body for delivery. A Knead for Nurturing, 3608 Landmark Dr, Columbia. Info/to schedule an appointment: 803-873-6355.

Relieving Aches and Pains with Essential Oils– 7pm. Every 2nd Tuesday. Free. Chiropractic Care Center, 7245 St Andrews Rd, Columbia. Info: Call Patty Kranendonk at 803-730-9083.

Yoga Gives Back–6:30pm. Studies have shown that yoga has been effective in relieving anxiety, reducing stress and increasing energy. The first class is free. To attend regularly, participants are asked to give a $5 donation, volunteer at least one hour of time at a determined scheduled event or give two to five canned goods to a specified food drive. Mats and blankets are provided. North Springs Park, 1320 Clemson Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-414-2885.

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Awaken Your Energy, Awaken Your Life–7pm.

Every 2nd Wednesday. Align your energy to feel better, manage your life goals, and have better relationships. Cost: $30. Preregistration required. 6 Cupola Ct, Blythewood. Info/registration: 803-8009211, http://bit.do/awakenyourenergy.

Biergarten at Gardener’s Outpost–5:30-7:30pm.

Every 1st Wednesday. Live entertainment and refreshments. Browse Biergarten’s unique garden gifts. Gardener’s Outpost, 709 Woodrow St, Columbia. Info: 803-252-0041, GardenersOutpost.com.

Green Drinks–5:30-7pm. Every 3rd Wednesday.

Keep the Midlands Beautiful and Sustainable Midlands are partnering to bring you Green Drinks at Jake’s on Devine. Enjoy a drink and get together with like-minded folk and share ideas. Jake’s Bar & Grill, 2112 Devine St, Columbia.

Meditation Gathering–7-8pm. Every 2nd Wednesday. Penny Calcina leads the group meditation.

Toning, breathwork and guided imagery. All levels welcome. Dress comfortably, and bring a yoga mat/

Holistic Practitioners Networking Group–7pm.

Every 4th Wednesday. Come join a fun, informative group designed to help practitioners connect, learn and grow their businesses. Free. 108 Netherland Dr, Irmo. Info: Call Julie Bradshaw at 803-800-9211.

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Intermediate Yoga–5:30pm. Cost: $14 drop-in, package rates available. Expect Wellness, 130 Suber Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-796-1702.

saturday

Murraywood Health Foods 20% off Saturdays–10am-6pm. 20% off all grocery items, excluding local honey. Murraywood Shopping Center, 7001 St Andrews Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-732-3847.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Garner’s Natural Life – Interested in working in Natural Health? Garner’s Natural Life is always looking for qualified candidates that share the same passion we do for natural health and helping others.

Apply online at GarnersNaturalLife.com.

FOR PROFESSIONAL Room for Rent at About Your Health – Perfect for massage therapists, reflexologists or energy workers. $10 an hour. Call About Your Health at 803-798-8687 for more information.

SERVICES Integrative Health Clinic – Experience multiple modalities at your church or community organization. Call Pamila Lorentz at 803-749-1576.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Columbia Resilience has been awarded the 2016 Richland County disbursement grant to create the Hands for Peace Women’s Trauma Clinic. Any experienced alternative health practitioners interested in volunteering (training available for volunteers on Trauma Clinic protocols) one day a week, please contact community health chair Pamila Lorentz at the Center for Health Integration at 803-749-1576.

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ACUPUNCTURE THE ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC

William D. Skelton, DAc 620 Sims Ave, Columbia 803-256-1000 • SCAcupuncture.com

Bill Skelton is dedicated to helping people live happier, healthier, active lives with safe, gentle and effective techniques.

He has 38 years’ experience and trained in the Republic of China.

Call to schedule an appointment. See ad, page 14.

AROMATHERAPY GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE

4840 Forest Dr, Ste 15-A, Columbia Trenholm Plaza, in Forest Acres 803-454-7700 • GarnersNaturalLife.com

Improve your level of stress, depression and mood with natural products from a locally owned family business. Our knowledgeable staff will guide you using aromatherapy for pain, anxiety, energy enhancement and more. We carry several brands of essential oils, including doTERRA. See ads, pages 22 and back page.

CHIROPRACTIC CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER INC.

Dr. Shelly Jones, DC 5209 Forest Dr, Ste C, Columbia 803-771-9990 • DrShellyJones.com

Webster Technique certified, Dr. Jones provides family chiropractic care, health information and wellness resources to support the body’s natural ability to heal, allowing one to feel better and enjoy living a more active lifestyle! Call to schedule your appointment or discuss bringing our onsite chiropractic care and health-education services to your business, school or athletic team.

FAMILY PRACTICE OF CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Jim Minico, DC 203 Amicks Ferry Rd, Chapin 803-932-9399 • DrMinico.com PatientServices.fpc@gmail.com

It is our mission to provide the community with the highestquality chiropractic care possible.

Exceeding your expectations in a caring, modern and positive environment. Restoring the body’s natural healing process.

A holistic approach to health utilizing chiropractic, massage therapy, exercise therapy, nutrition, weight management and homeopathy. See ad, page 26.

DENTISTRY

COLLABORATIVE LAW

ART OF DENTISTRY

LAW OFFICE OF SHANNON K. BURNETT

Dr. Gregory J. Wych, DDS 7505 St. Andrews Rd, Irmo 803-781-1600 • IrmoCosmeticDentistry.com

109 N Main St, Blythewood 803-786-1758 • Shannon.skblaw@gmail.com

Shannon Burnett helps families through legal issues that normally tend to tear families apart. She works in a collaborative fashion with other trained professionals to minimize the damage done to your family; it is her goal for your family to achieve a successful outcome and healthy resolution.

COLON HEALTH

CHILDREN AND ADULT DENTAL GROUP

SPRING RAIN HYDROTHERAPY

Linda Salyer 120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Ste H, Columbia 803-361-2620 • LSalyer@ymail.com

All disease begins in the colon.

Constipation; slow, sluggish bowel; gas and bloating? A colonic will help to rid you of these problems. Colonics promote good digestion, help speed metabolism, help lower cholesterol, and help relieve joint pain. Linda Salyer is IACN certified and a retired nurse. Saturday appointments available with an additional small convenience fee. See ad, page 15.

CPA CHRISTINA A. BOSWELL, CPA, LLC Quick Books Pro Advisor CBoswell@CABCPASC.com 803-233-9303 • CABCPASC.com

Tonia Patterson - Regional Manager 7457 Patterson Rd, Ste 107 Columbia • 803-807-2140 candaImmediateDental.com

Wi t h a f o c u s o n d e n t a l health education, our team of professionals will help you love your smile again. From straighter teeth in just 6 to 12 months with Fastbraces technology, to implants or dentures—we can have you smiling again in no time. We also offer conscious sedation, allowing for a positive experience for little ones. Call today! See ad, page 15.

FOREST DRIVE DENTAL CARE

Christina A. Boswell has more than 25 years accounting and bookkeeping experience.

Boswell is a member of the SCACPA (SC Association of CPAs) and the AICPA (American Institute for CPAs). Her customized services include general ledger review and adjustments, bank reconciliations, light payroll services, quarterly/annual payroll tax filings (including preparation of W-2s and 1099s), monthly tax filings and more.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

Dr. Joanna Silver Dover, DMD 3731 Forest Dr, Columbia 803-782-8786 • ForestDriveDental.com

Dr. Dover provides comprehensive, and compassionate dental care. BPA- and Bis-GMA-free composites, BPA-free occlusal guards, natural periodontal therapy, fluoride-alternatives for tooth remineralization, and mercuryfilling removal following IAOMT standards using supplemental oxygen, special filters and amalgam separators to keep toxic metals out of our waterways.

See ad, page 7.

ECO-RICH SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

CHI ENERGY BALANCE

Pamila Lorentz, MSW, RN, LMBT 3610 Landmark Dr Forest Acres • 803-749-1576 ChiEnergyBalance.com

Dr. Wych and his staff are committed to giving each patient the quality care and attention each desire and deserve. He believes that in dentistry, discovering the cause of the problem is the key to resolving it and to preventing its recurrence. Something he has done successfully for his patients for more than 28 years. Call today to schedule your appointment.

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JUST WANNA MELT LLC

The innate wisdom and healing potential is within you to heal patterns of chronic stress and past trauma.

Chi Energy Balance provides experienced guides to support you on your personal journey of health and freedom from pain and anxiety. Services include spiritual aromatherapy, CranioSacral Therapy, integrated massage, sound/vibrational frequencies, reiki and directional healing. Call today! See ad, page 28.

Misty Rawls • 803-331-0063 Info@JustWannaMelt.com JustWannaMelt.com

A green skin care company that creates high-quality, non-GMO, all-natural products that are gentle to the skin and safer for the environment. Our brands include ingredients such as organic oils, butters, flowers, herbs, botanicals, local grains, beeswax and honey. Find our products at such stores as Garner’s Natural Life, Four Oaks Farm, Wingard’s Nursery, Whole Foods and more. For a complete list of retail locations, visit our website.

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EMPOWERMENT & INSPIRATION

INTEGRATIVE & HOLISTIC MEDICINE EXPECT WELLNESS

JULIE E. BRADSHAW

Inner Wisdom Guide 803-800-9211 • Juleseck@aol.com TheSourceWithinYou.com

Julie helps women release and let go of stress, overwhelming circumstances and life situations.

She helps to instill confidence, and can assist you in creating the life you truly can enjoy and be passionate about! Call Julie today!

HEALTH FOOD STORE MURRAYWOOD HEALTH FOODS

Richard Beale, Owner • 803-732-3847 7001 St. Andrews Rd, Irmo In Murraywood Shopping Centre Hours: Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm

Locally owned and proudly serving Irmo and the Midlands area for more than 25 years, Murraywood Health Foods is a health and specialty food store featuring the very best natural product brands, vitamins and minerals, herbs and homeopathic remedies. The store also carries natural and organic gluten-free foods and health and beauty products. Call today for more information or to schedule a special appointment.

HOMEOPATHY WELLNESS MATTERS

Brenda M. Tobin, DVetHom, CertCN 803-712-4522 WellnessMatters4U@yahoo.com

Brenda holds her degrees in classical homeopathy and veterinary homeopathy. She uses her extensive knowledge of homeopathy, essential oils, herbs and supplements to treat your and your pets’ acute and chronic disease naturally. Bioenergetic feedback is also available. Office visits, phone/Skype consults, and home and barn visits are available. See ad, page 23.

INTEGRATED HEALING PHOENIX RISING

Katz Delauney-Leija, MSW, EFT-CC, TAEE Psych-K, Health & Wellness Intuitive 803-530-6199 • Katz-PhoenixRising.com

Are you unhappy in your relationships, current job or career choice? Are you frustrated with not feeling well or being in pain? Katz can guide you to greater health and a better life by combining her traditional and intuitive skills to help you. Call Katz Delauney-Leija today to schedule an appointment.

Always do your best.

What you plant now, you will harvest later.

Dr. Rachel Hall 130 Suber Rd, Columbia 803-796-1702 • DrRachelHall.com ExpectWellness@sc.rr.com Find us on Facebook for great health tips.

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PAIN MANAGEMENT PALMETTO ANESTHESIOLOGY AND PAIN CONSULTANTS (PAAPC) Dr. Matthew Furman Palmetto Surgery Center 109 Blarney Dr, Columbia 803-850-0062 • paapc.net

Integrative/Holistic medicine consults for anyone wanting to approach their health more naturally. Dr. Rachel Hall is board certified in both family medicine and integrative holistic medicine.

Together we will focus on finding the root of the problem, not just treating symptoms. Call today for a consult if you are looking to achieve balance. Inhouse diagnostic labs and therapies. See ad, page 19.

PAAPC can help you break free from the grip of pain to recover your health and enjoy a pain-free life again! We will assess your concerns and symptoms, determine the problem source of the chronic or acute pain, and identify the best treatment options best suited to your specific needs. Referrals not needed. See ad, page 35.

KOMBUCHA

SPIRITUAL

LIL’ DUCK KOMBUCHA

Debey Hancock Soda City Market, 1500 Main St, Columbia 803-566-2600 LilDuckKombucha.com

Debey is a functional nutritionist, and naturopathic and homeopathic consultant. She has created her own version of kombucha, an ancient fermented tea-based probiotic beverage produced by fermenting sweet tea with a culture of yeast and bacteria. Revered as a healing agent, kombucha is believed to provide micronutrients, probiotics and bacteria beneficial to digestion, detoxification and cleansing. It is also believed to help balance pH levels, stimulate metabolism, enhance energy levels and much more! You can find Debey on Saturdays at the Soda City Market on Main Street, in Columbia.

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MASSAGE THERAPY A KNEAD FOR NURTURING Jenny Sepulveda 3608 Landmark Dr, Columbia 803-873-6355

Jenny Sepulveda is a licensed massage therapist with more than 14 years’ experience. She also has a degree in occupational studies from The Swedish Institute of Manhattan. Sepulveda is certified in prenatal, craniosacral, reflexology, and hot and cold stones treatment. She is dedicated to providing stress and pain relief through massage for people of all walks of life. Come and experience the relaxation massage therapy has to offer you. See ad, page 18.

NATURAL BIRTH ZENDOULA

Lesa Zenauskas, CD, CHC 803-216-4242 LesaZ@ZenDoula.com

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Whether planning a hospital birth, home birth, water birth, or scheduled C-section, Lesa Zenauskas, of ZenDoula, is eager and ready to serve you as an expecting mother with the

HAVE YOU HAD A SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCE? Contact Steve 803-318-1887 • ECK-SC.org Meetup.com/Columbia-Spiritual-Seekers

Eckankar hosts free, informal, non-dogmatic spiritual discussions.

All are welcome. Topics include dreams, coincidences, past lives, God’s creative life force, and more. Call ahead. Times and dates may vary.

SPIRITUAL HEALER GAYLORD SPIRITUAL COUNSELING 5227 Two Notch Rd Columbia • 803-786-2684 ColumbiaPsychic.com

At Gaylord Spiritual Counseling, we offer many methods in dealing with everyday problems. We also offer insight and guidance for those dealing with unexplainable difficulties. Our gifted and intuitive advisers will help you discover the answers you seek. See ad, page 11.

THERMOGRAPHY ABOUT YOUR HEALTH INC.

120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Ste J, Columbia 803-798-8687 • AboutYourHealthSC.com

Our main focus is health education and health-enhancing services. One-on-one nutritional counseling, Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Reams pH testing, parasite programs, aquachi footbaths, far infrared sauna, weight-loss programs, and thermography. Hard-to-find natural, organic, whole food nutritional supplements, raw foods and natural household items. See ad, page 27.

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GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE

4840 Forest Dr, Ste 15a, Columbia Trenholm Plaza 803-454-7700 • GarnersNaturalLife.com

At Garner’s Natural Life, we offer the purest, most innovative highquality natural products. With more than 130 collective years of wellness experience! Allows us to encourage your healthy choices.

See ads, page 22 and back page.

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VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS

WELLNESS CENTER PALMS TO PALMETTOS

Edie Enright, Artist 3357 Leaphart Rd, W Columbia 803-553-7010

Edie is a self-taught artist from California. Her Spirit-guided paintings are a mixture of styles and vibrant color inspired by her rich life experiences. Edie’s work speaks deeply to the inner soul.

Come visit her eclectic gallery and wellness center, which features a wide variety of oneof-a-kind gifts, beautiful art pieces, services, and great health and wellness items for the mind, body and soul.

Services include massage, reiki, holistic counseling and homeopathy. See add, page 5.

An Awesome Antidote to Polarization

by Kirk J. Schneider

W

e live in polarized times.

The current polarization of the American electorate and federal government is rooted in “the polarized mind”, a fixation by individuals on one point of view that excludes differing views and provokes intolerance.

Complex issues become black and white, and those with differing views or lifestyles are demonized. Beyond politics, this is seen in gun violence and terrorism, corporate abuses of health and safety, and religious and ethnic strife—affecting major aspects of our daily lives.

An antidote to polarization is awe—the wonder of being alive; living life with hope, respect, humility, wonder and a deep reverence for the adventure of living.

Psychology experiments at Stanford University and the University of California, Berkeley, have shown those that practice awe are better able to see outside their own experiences and appreciate other points of view, which can transcend the tunnel vision and pettiness of a polarized atmosphere.

Here are some basic steps toward cultivating a sense of awe: n Appreciate the passing nature of time and life. Even while doing some-

thing disagreeable, slowing down and affirming the preciousness of the moment can sometimes render alternative perspectives. n Be open to discovery and surprise.

This is especially helpful if we are constantly locked in by assumptions about people or things. Think how politicians might benefit by being open to the possibility of discovery or surprise during delicate negotiations. The same principle can hold true with family and friends. n Step outside the box of personal judgments and consider the bigger picture of life. Replace the prison of self-criticism often stemming from comparing ourselves with idealized media images with appreciation of the many facets of who we are and what we can become.

Psychologist Kirk J. Schneider, Ph.D., is past editor of the Journal of Humanistic Psychology, president-elect of the Existential-Humanistic Institute and adjunct faculty at Saybrook and Columbia universities, in New York City. His books include Awakening to Awe, The Polarized Mind and The Spirituality of Awe: Challenges to the Robotic Revolution.

Visit KirkJSchneider.com.

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