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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.

17 CEILING FANS:

Beating the Heat and Saving a Buck

by Odell Williams

18 KID COOKERY

They Love Healthy Food They Make Themselves

by Judith Fertig

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20 A PARENT’S TOUCH Pricless

by Debra Gallup and Liana Marconyak

22 THINK BEFORE YOU INK How to Make Body Art Safe and Reversible

by April Thompson

24 ENLIGHTENED PARENTING

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Tips for Raising Confident and Loving Kids

by Meredith Montgomery

29 IT’S A FAMILY AFFAIR:

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Healthy Habits for Back to School

by Jennifer and Gary Mangum

30 GREEN ARTS

Tips for Finding Safe Eco-Supplies

by Avery Mack

32 JOE DISPENZA ON THE POWER OF THOUGHT ALONE TO HEAL

by Kathleen Barnes

34 THE VACCINE PUSH Mandatory Laws vs.

Personal Choice

by Linda Sechrist

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14 healthbriefs

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16 globalbriefs 18 consciouseating 20 healthspotlight

22 healthykids

29 fitnessspotlight

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30 greenliving 32 wisewords 34 healingways 36 directory

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ell … August has arrived, and I guess it’s about time to put the beach flip-flops and saved vacation brochures away and start focusing on such “fun” things as the school enrollment checklist for the kids, end-of-year deadlines and soon-to-come seasonal activities. It’s back to the ole grind!

This month is widely thought to signal a perceived shift and refocus on the pursuit of education and academic success, particularly with kids. Each year, back-to-school movements, triggered by school supply deals and tax-free shopping weekends, usually result in funny stories, evening news clips and YouTube videos, some very disturbing indeed. Although these can be funny and great discussion topics, the pursuit of an education is a serious matter. There are many critical components in the education process, but one of the most important ones is reading enrichment. Someone once said that reading a book can change a life and take an individual anywhere around the world with the “footsteps” of imagination. I believe this to be true.

I’m certain that most of us have an understanding of how critical reading is to a child’s cognitive and educational development process. Even so, I feel that as a nation we are drifting into a reading deficit crisis, clearly supported by national statistics, which paint a troubling picture of kids being seemingly swept away from the art and discipline of reading enrichment, often brought about by an overindulging, imbalanced and unsupervised usage of social media, video games, computers, smartphone technology and other devices. The lack of adult supervision and structured guidance has opened the “floodgate” to irresponsible and imbalanced use, and with it, a growing loss of appetite for reading. Not to be misunderstood, technological advancements are NOT inherently bad at all—only the improper and unwise use of them.

How important is reading? According to statistics, more than 70 percent of those incarcerated in America cannot read above a fourth-grade level. Sadly, more than 60 percent of all inmates are functionally illiterate. National statistics also indicate that one in four children in America will grow up without learning how to read, and students that don’t read proficiently by the third grade are four times more likely to drop out of school. In addition, 85 percent of the juveniles that face trial in the juvenile court system are functionally illiterate, suggesting that there is a potential relationship between illiteracy and crime.

For sure, there are other significant contributing factors negatively impacting the lives as defined by the statistics above; however, there does seem to be at least one common denominator that keeps emerging: the inability to read. This month’s editorial theme is Parenting with Presence and Creativity. And I feel there is an urgent need for parents everywhere to start cultivating a much more proactive and positive “presence” in the lives of their children when it comes to reading enrichment. Start with reading a book together with the kids, followed by an engaging and thoughtful discussion. Also, and very important, consider setting new rules and guidelines outlining the proper use of technology. Creating a presence enriched with reading is vital. As one popular author once observed, “He that loves reading has everything within his reach.” Continue your own education as well … read on!

With a love for reading,

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communitynews Riverbanks Zoo: Brew at the Zoo

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n Friday, August 7, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., Riverbanks Zoo is holding its popular Brew at the Zoo event. Attendees will be able to stroll through the zoo and sample a wide variety of imports, domestics and micros; listen to live music; and purchase tasty and delicious menu items. Due to the popularity of this event, advance ticket purchases are strongly encouraged. As a note, no one under the age of 21 will be admitted. A limited number of VIP packages will be sold.

Checker Yellow Cab will be standing by for all participants from 7 to 10 p.m., and Riverbanks will pay the first $10 of fare destined for private residences or hotels within Richland and Lexington counties.

Cost: $35, Riverbanks Zoo members (advance ticket purchases); $45, general public (advance ticket purchases); $55, day of the event. VIP packages: $65, members; $75, general public. For more information, call 803-779-8717 or visit Riverbanks.org.

JCC Luck of the Draw Labor Day Raffle

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t’s time to celebrate! On Monday, September 7, from 3 to 6 p.m., JCC of Columbia invites local residents of the Midlands to the Katie & Irwin Kahn Jewish Community Center for its Luck of the Draw Labor Day Raffle event celebration. Activities will include a pool party, BBQ cookout and drawing opportunities for participants to win big cash rewards (up to $5,000) for selling event raffle tickets.

Cost of admission: $15, single ticket; $25, couples; $35, family; $100 with raffle ticket (call for raffle details). Location: Katie & Irwin Kahn Jewish Community Center, 306 Flora Dr., Columbia. To RSVP and for more information, call Debby Mullen at 803-787-2023, ext. 203, email DebbyM@ jccColumbia.org or visit jccColumbia.org.

Sustainable Midlands Hosts Solar Seminar

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n Thursday, August 27, Sustainable Midlands will host its Sunshine and Savings: The Hows and Whys of Solar from 6 to 8 p.m. at 701 Whaley Street, Columbia.

This informational seminar presents an opportunity for Midlands area residents to learn how to reduce energy costs dramatically by the implementation of solar energy panels. Attendees will also learn more about the residential solar program now available to South Carolina Electric and Gas (SCE&G) customers and how to lease, buy, finance, and even install solar equipment. Guest speakers for the event include representatives from the South Carolina Department of Energy, SolarizeSC and SCE&G. Cost: Free. For more information, call 803-470-4302 or visit SustainableMidlands.org.

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communitynews Bloom Hypnosis Opens Doors in Downtown Columbia

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loom Hypnosis Center LLC has a new home in downtown Columbia! The center now shares space with the counseling practice, The Healing Place LLC, in a beautiful and conveniently located historic home. Bloom Hypnosis Center is a peaceful retreat and place for women to learn natural, safe and gentle techniques for achieving general wellness, fertility, pregnancy support, hypnobirthing and afterbirth assistance.

Therapist Elizabeth Leaphart is one of only a handful of practitioners worldwide that are certified in two international hypnotherapy programs for fertility. Leaphart enjoys helping women of all ages rejuvenate, refresh and revitalize their health through customized and effective wellness sessions. Both practices are ready and eager to serve the needs of women throughout the Midlands, and plan to collaborate in the future on wellness activities and retreats. Appointment sessions with Bloom are available weekdays in the evenings and weekends at the downtown location.

Location: 2902 River Dr., Columbia. For more information, call 803-282-9888 or email Elizabeth@BloomSC.com. Visit BloomSC.com for up-to-date offerings.

National Drive Electric Week Event at Whole Foods

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t’s electric!

On Saturday, September 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Whole Foods Market of Columbia will host the National Drive Electric Week event. Sponsored by Plug In America, the Sierra Club and the Electric Auto Association, event activities include dealer test drives, volunteer test rides, information booths from nonprofits and event sponsor tables.

Also made available will be electric car information packets and information videos. Whole Foods Market will “fire up the grill” for the cause serving lunch for event attendees. All proceeds will go to the nonprofit partners of Whole Foods Market. Parking is free.

Location: Whole Foods Market, 702 Cross Hill Rd. For more information, visit DriveElectricWeek.org.

Children’s Trust Benefit Gala and Silent Auction

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oin the Children’s Trust of South Carolina for its Benefit Gala and Silent Auction on Saturday, August 22, from 7 to 11 p.m. Hosted at the South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais Street, Columbia, event highlights include a silent auction, music by Men of Distinction, an open bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Black tie is optional and complimentary valet service will be available. All proceeds will go to support the work of Children’s Trust of South Carolina to keep children safe.

Cost: $125. For more information, call Adrienne Moody at 803-744-4025, email her at AMoody@SCChildren.org or visit SCChildren.org.

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Harmony School Now Enrolling!

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armony School, of Columbia, is now enrolling for the 2015-2016 school term. For more than 20 years, the small, affordable nonprofit private preschool, kindergarten and elementary school has offered a unique, multi-year curriculum of Montessori, Waldorf and inquiry-based learning in self-paced, multi-age classroom settings.

The school’s mission is to create a warm and natural environment that encourages children to explore and develop their individual capabilities while teaching them problem-solving skills and respect for others. The learning programs used instill kindness in developing children and nurture a sense of belonging and community within them through hands-on learning and interactive activities. Students are also enriched in other creative and academic areas, such as music, art, literature, poetry, foreign language and physical movement.

In addition, Harmony School offers afterschool care if needed, extracurricular activities, field trip experiences and opportunities to participate in community service projects. Tuition is affordable and budget friendly.

Location: 3737 Covenant Rd., Columbia. For more information about what Harmony School has to offer, call 803-787-1899 or visit HarmonySchoolSC.com.

See ads, pages 25 and 27.

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communitynews USDA Releases New NOFA for Biofuel Infrastructure Partnership Grants

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he Biofuels Infrastructure Partnership will offer competitive grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for state-led efforts to test and evaluate innovative and comprehensive approaches to marketing higher biofuel blends, such as E15 and E85. By increasing the availability of higher biofuel blends, the program will increase renewable energy use and support farmers and domestic jobs while reducing the demand for foreign oil.

Up to $100 million will be available to states (including state-private partnerships) based on the quality and innovation demonstrated in their proposals. Funding will be provided under Section 5(e) of USDA’s Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) Charter Act. Funds made available under the partnership may only be used for infrastructure to support higher ethanol blend utilization, including:

The Midlands Green Apple Day of Service

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he Green Apple Day of Service is taking place Saturday, September 26, all across the Midlands and the entire state. This event gives parents, teachers, students, companies and local organizations the opportunity to transform all schools into healthy, • Blender pumps that can dispense a range of ethanol blends including E85 safe and productive learning en(new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps), capped at 75 percent CCC share per vironments through local service pump; projects. The state-wide effort is • Dedicated E15 or E85 pumps (new pumps or retrofit of existing pumps), the perfect opportunity for school capped at 75 percent CCC share per pump; and administration, faculty, staff and • New storage tanks and related equipment associated with new facilities or students to be proactive in making additional capacity (replacement is not included), capped at 25 percent CCC share 8/1 progress toward set sustainabiliper tank.

SEI-Columbia ty goals. Green Apple is a global 540-1206-NA-revitalize-MT-4x3 movement to put all children in Recipients of federal funds would typically include service/convenience stations Natural Awakenings schools where they have clean and and hypermarket fueling stations but may also include state or local governments 4.75 x 3.25 healthy air to breathe, where energy or private entities for purposes of providing higher blends to fleet vehicles.

PK and resources are conserved, and 6/30 where they can be inspired to dream For more information, contact Jennifer Satterthwaite at 803-737-0411 or visit Palof a brighter future. mettoCleanFuels.org.

Participation and involvement are the key to making this event successful. This day represents a wonderful opportunity for local schools to come together with local businesses and organizations in an effort to promote energy efficient, Train TODAY for an exciting future in sustainable and healthier schools.

Participants can select a suggested project from a predetermined list or feel inspired to create their very own. Any teacher or administrator may propose a project on behalf of a designated classroom, student club, grade level, department, or an entire school.

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SCWF Hosts Its Wild Summer Night Event

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t’s time to go wild! The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) will host its Wild Summer’s Night Auction and Wild Game Feast on Saturday, August 8, at 6 p.m. at Seawell’s Catering, 1125 Rosewood Drive, Columbia. Presenting its biggest fundraiser of the year, SCWF has scheduled a host of great event activities, including an auction featuring such items as beautiful works of art; spa packages; jewelry; guided birding and wildlife-watching trips; hunting and fishing excursions, both in South Carolina as well as other locales; guided river and kayak tours; golfing packages; hunting and fishing equipment; and much more.

As a nonprofit organization, SCWF’s primary source of funding is through memberships and general donations. The Wild Summer’s Night Auction provides 15 to 20 percent of SCWF’s operating budget each year. Last year was a great success with proceeds raised in excess of $54,000. All event proceeds go to support and fund SCWF’s conservation and education programs. As a note, attire is business casual.

SEI Hosts

Its Back-to-School Open House

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ll are invited to Southeastern Institute’s (SEI) Back-to-School Open House on August 5, from 5 to 8 p.m. SEI will showcase its program features and services for attendees. Those in attendance will also have the chance to meet and communicate with program directors and instructors, view classroom and lab hands-on demonstrations, and speak with admissions coordinators about various healthcare programs.

Whether newly graduated form high school or simply interested in career advancement, SEI stands ready to help individuals achieve their goals. Students can take one class at a time, for one month at a time, to balance time management for life, work and study. Small class sizes ensure personalized attention, practical training and accessibility to industry-experienced instructors.

SEI offers quality hands-on career education through programs, such as medical assistance, electronic medical billing and coding specialization, pharmacy technology and professional clinical massage therapy. SEI can help pave the way to a better and brighter future.

Cost: Free. Location: Columbia SEI Campus, 1420 Colonial Life Blvd., Ste. 80, Columbia. For more information, call 888-782-8459 or visit seiOpenHouse. com. See ad, page 10.

Cost: $75. Times: 6 p.m., registration, hors d’oeuvres and silent auction begin; 7:30 p.m., the wild game feast begins; and at 8 p.m., the live auction begins with prize drawings. For more information, call 803-256-0670 or visit SCWF.org.

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communitynews Cancer Crackdown Hosts Candles for Cancer Event

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n Friday, August 14, from 7 to 9 p.m., Cancer Crackdown will host its Candles for Cancer event at the T. Ashton Phillips Market Center, located at the S.C. State Farmers’ Market, 117 Ballard Court, West Columbia. Cancer Crackdown is a nonprofit organization that partners with individuals impacted by cancer, including their families and/or caregivers, in an effort to successfully beat the disease through education and specialized-treatment strategies.

Presenting an informative educational session at 6 p.m. will be author, lecturer and immunology expert A.J. Lanigan. The night will also include heavy hors d’oeuvres, poetry readings, music, testimonials, a silent auction and a special group candle-lighting ceremony honoring local cancer fighters and survivors. For those unable to attend, the event will also be accessible online via live streaming. Platinum, gold, silver and bronze sponsorship levels are available, and the proceeds from this event will directly benefit cancer fighters.

Cost: $50, at door; $25, live-streaming access. Tickets can be purchased online at CancerCrackdown.org/CFC. For more information, to become a sponsor or to donate a silent auction item, contact Tara Mann, Cancer Crackdown CEO, at 864787-0255 or email her at Tara.Mann@CancerCrackdown.org. Also visit CancerCrackdown.org.

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USDA Releases New REAP Guidance

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reat news from the USDA! Rural businesses and agriculture producers may be eligible to obtain grant funds for energy-efficiency improvements or renewable-energy systems through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development office. The USDA has released a new fact sheet about the program that answers many common questions about the grant program and eligibility. The fact sheet can be accessed online. Those interested are invited to visit the website to use the online mapping tool feature to determine if their project site is located in a qualifying rural area.

For more information, call Eva Franklin at 843-549-1822 or email Eva. Franklin@SC.usda.gov.

Lex-Co. Summer Celebration of Water Event Grab the rubber “duckies� and water goggles on Saturday, August 22, and come out to the Lexington County Summer Celebration of Water event.

Local residents are invited to come and experience this fun and educational end-of-summer event, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Columbia Canal.

Activities include tubing, kayaking, water sports and water slides. Other activities include canoeing and standup paddleboarding. The Columbia Fire Department will also conduct a water rescue demonstration. Volunteers are needed for this event so interested parties are asked to call for more information on volunteering.

Cost: Free. Location: The Columbia Canal (Riverfront Park), 312 Laurel St., Columbia. For more information, call Stormwater Outreach Assistant Mary Hite at 803-785-8201 or email her at MHite@ Lex-Co.com. Also visit SummerCelebrationOfWater.com and LCSWC.com.

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Call for Worldwide Protection from Wi-Fi Radiation

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n May, 190 scientists from 39 nations appealed to the World Health Organization (WHO) to “exert strong leadership in fostering the development of more protective EMF guidelines…” The letter was developed by a committee that included professors from Columbia University, Trent University, the University of Washington and the University of California, Berkeley. It was then signed by a host of university professors and researchers from around the world.

The directive cited several key studies that have shown that radiation from electromagnetic fields—even low-frequency radiation—is a possible cause of cancer. The WHO adopted a classification for extremely low-frequency electromagnetic radiation in 2002 and in 2011 classified radiofrequency (RF) radiation within its Group 2B—a “possible human carcinogen.”

The letter points out that while WHO has accepted these classifications, there have been no guidelines or standards created by the agency or in conjunction with other agencies. It recommends a convening of the United Nations Environmental Programme and the funding of an independent committee to explore practical means of regulating the widespread and uncontrolled expansion of wireless technologies throughout our environment. The appeal also calls for the protection specifically of children and pregnant women and a strengthening of regulations placed on technology manufacturers.

Berkeley, California, set a precedent on May 12 by acknowledging the health risk posed by RF radiation and adopting the Right to Know Ordinance, requiring electronics retailers to warn customers about the potential health risks associated with it. It reads, “If you carry or use your phone in a pants or shirt pocket or tucked into a bra when the phone is on and connected to a wireless network, you may exceed the federal guidelines for exposure to RF radiation.” The ordinance requires that the notice be displayed in stores that sell mobile phones.

kudos Riverbanks Zoo’s Eco-Friendly Eatery (Tuskers) Receives Coveted Green Restaurant Award

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he Green Restaurant Association (GRA), a national nonprofit founded in 1990 to advance green practices within the national food service industry, has recognized Riverbanks Zoo’s Tuskers restaurant as one of the greenest dining establishments in South Carolina. Tuskers has been formally recognized as a 3 Star Certified Green Restaurant following a rigorous evaluation process to determine environmental responsibility. The nearly year-long assessment covered a variety of criteria, including chemical and pollution reduction, disposables, energy and water efficiency, sustainable food, sustainable furnishings and building materials, and waste reduction and recycling. Tuskers currently holds the highest ratings of just three 3 Star Certified Green Restaurants in the state and is the only GRA-certified green restaurant in the Midlands.

Kudos to you Tuskers and Riverbanks Zoo!

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Richland County Community Development Honored Nationally for Local Initiatives

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ichland County Community Development (RCCD) was presented with a national award for its continued efforts to improve local communities with several projects and initiatives.

The John A. Sasso Award—named after the founder of the National Community Development Association—was presented to RCCD during a national conference held in Arlington, Texas. This is the third time Richland County has been honored with the award, which recognizes organizations that make great efforts to promote and celebrate community development grants and partnerships during National Community Development Week.

To round out National Community Development Week, RCCD also sponsored a countywide employee donation and gave the collection of items to Sistercare Women’s Shelter, which assists victims of domestic violence and their children in need of temporary homes.

Kudos to you Richland County Community Development!

Pistachio Nuts Help Cholesterol, Blood Sugar and Artery Health

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new study published in the journal Nutrition found that eating pistachio nuts may improve cholesterol parameters, increase glycemic (blood sugar) control, decrease artery stiffness and improve overall blood vessel health.

The study tested 60 adults with poor cholesterol lipid levels. They were randomly split into two groups—one (control) was given lifestyle modifications (LSM) while the other was given LSM and consumed 40 grams (about 1.5 ounces) of shelled pistachios per day for three months.

Compared to the control group, the pistachio group’s levels of high-density lipoprotein (good cholesterol) increased significantly, while their low-density lipoprotein (bad cholesterol) levels went down significantly. Along with lower fasting blood sugar, the pistachio group showed better artery health, established by measuring vasodilation (the flexibility of the arteries to expand and contract).

This, together with pulse-wave velocity testing, can indicate artery stiffness, which has been linked to hypertension and an increased risk of heart disease in general.

Produce Produces Heftier Newborns

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review of research from the Center for Chemical Regulation and Food Safety finds that the quantity of food consumed by pregnant women for increasing a baby’s birth weight is less important than what types of foods she eats.After systematically analyzing 11 relevant studies, the researchers found that higher birth weights— associated with better brain development during later years—are linked with the amount of fruits and vegetables a mother eats during pregnancy.

Using seven studies, researchers found that low vegetable consumption during pregnancy resulted in more than three times the risk of giving birth to a child with low gestational weight. Other studies found a correlation between higher fruit consumption by expectant mothers and a higher birth weight of babies.

Much of the research showing these relationships occurred in developed countries where a conventional Western diet is prevalent.

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Solar Timeshare

Buying Kilowatts from Each Other Yeloha, a new, Boston-based, peer-to-peer solar startup, allows anyone to go solar, even if they live in a rented apartment, have a roof blocked by a shady tree or don’t have the funds to buy panels. Customers can sign up for the service either as a “sun host” or “sun partner”.

Potential sun host homeowners have a roof suitable for solar, but can’t afford panels. Yeloha will install the panels for free in exchange for access to the solar power the panels create. Sun hosts also get about a third of the electricity created by the panels for free, translating to lower monthly power bills.

The remaining power is distributed to the sun partners—customers that want to go solar, but don’t have a proper roof or own their home. Sun partners can buy as many solar credits as they’d like from Yeloha at a price that’s less than what they’d normally pay to their utility. The service is currently operating in Massachusetts only, but has plans for expansion across the country.

For more information, visit Yeloha.com/sunhost.

Crab Crisis

Valuable Horseshoe Species Going Extinct The horseshoe crab, which is not really a crab, but belongs to the taxonomical class Merostomata among arthropods, is about to join the long list of endangered species. Their potential extinction poses a major threat to pharmaceutical, clinical and food industries seeking the secrets to the species’ survival over more than 250 million years with minimal evolution, enduring extreme temperature conditions and salinity.

Individuals are able to go without eating for a year.

Commonly found living in warm, shallow coastal waters on the sea floor, horseshoe crabs play an important ecological role. A continuing decrease in their population will affect other species, especially shorebirds that feed on the eggs, destabilizing the food chain. Sea turtles also feed on adult horseshoe crabs.

Scientists worldwide want to include the invertebrate in schedule IV of the Wildlife Protection Act of 1974, labeling them as an endangered species. Enforcement will include monitoring for improper uses of horseshoe crabs.

Source: EndangeredSpeciesInternational.org

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Pistachio Power

The Nuttiest Biogas Around Turkey, one of the world’s largest producers of pistachios, has begun using tons of the shells to produce biogas (methane) as an alternative energy source instead of dumping them in landfills. The country even plans to power its first eco-city using this unconventional fuel.

The planned 7,900-acre metropolis is expected to house 200,000 people in Gaziantep Province. This southern region near the Syrian border is the heart of Turkey’s pistachio production, yielding more than 50 percent of the country’s nuts. “When you plan such environmentally friendly systems, you take a look at the natural resources you have,” explains Seda Muftuoglu Gulec, a Turkish green building expert. “If the region was abundant in wind power, we would use wind energy.”

If the project goes forward, construction will start within two years and be completed within two decades. A pilot phase will focus on a 135-acre piece of land and, if successful, expand into the entire city. It may inspire other agricultural regions to look at what they typically consider waste as an energy source.

For more information, visit Tinyurl.com/ PistachioPoweredCity.

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Ceiling Fans: Beating the Heat and Saving a Buck

by Odell Williams

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ugust is here and so is the heat, and keeping cool in South Carolina can be a challenge this time of year. It can also prove to be very expensive, as air conditioning units work tirelessly to try to maintain comfortable cooling levels. By using a ceiling fan and turning off the air conditioner when possible or by turning up the thermostat a few degrees and allowing the ceiling fan to circulate the air, homeowners can potentially save energy and money.

When considering a ceiling fan purchase, there are a few helpful tips and fan facts to consider.

Industry tests have proven that fans do save energy. According to Energy Star,

a homeowner can save 3 to 5 percent on air-conditioning costs for each degree the thermostat is raised. The recommended indoor temperature for summer is 78 degrees Fahrenheit. By utilizing a ceiling fan, which consumes much less energy, the ambient air temperature can feel up to four degrees Fahrenheit cooler.

A ceiling fan actually cools those occupying a room and not the room itself.

Understanding that, it is better to turn it off when leaving the room.

The blade shape and airflow matter a great deal as well. A consumer should look at cubic feet per minute numbers on the box to get a better idea of how

well the ceiling fan moves air—the higher the number, the better the air circulation and movement.

In addition, consumers should always look for the Energy Star icon on the outside of the box. Fans that earn the Energy Star label move air 20 percent more efficiently than standard models. Energy Star fans with light kits are 60 percent more efficient than conventional fan/light units and can save homeowners a significant amount of money per year on utility bills.

And finally, homeowners should fully understand the installation requirements to ensure that the fan is installed properly for optimal performance. A ceiling fan should be installed in the center of the room and at least 7 feet above the floor, but if possible and for optimal airflow, it should be installed 8 to 9 feet. Generally, blade tips should be no closer than 24 inches from the wall and from any curtains or drapes.

Keeping cool and comfortable in extreme heat is not only desirable but also important to prevent unintended health consequences, such as heat exhaustion or even stroke—especially in the hot and humid Palmetto State. By adding a ceiling fan or two, a homeowner is not only safeguarding his/her health but also saving money, which makes a lot of sense.

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Kids like simple, elemental tastes and embrace the magic of the three-ingredient approach to cooking. ~Rozanne Gold, Eat Fresh Food: Awesome Recipes for Teen Chefs

KID COOKERY

They Love Healthy Food They Make Themselves

by Judith Fertig

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n less than a generation, childhood obesity has risen substantially, most notably in the United States, according to the article “Child and Adolescent Obesity: Part of a Bigger Picture,” in a recent issue of The Lancet. The authors attest that modern culture’s promotion of junk food encourages weight gain and can exacerbate risk factors for chronic disease in our kids.

When concerned parents have a picky child bent on eating only French fries, they could enroll them in healthy cooking classes that offer tastings and related hands-on experiences for youths from preschoolers through teens. Here, children are encouraged to try more foods, eat healthier and learn about meal preparation, plus sharpen some math, geography and social skills.

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Leah Smith, the mother of two elementary school children, founded Kids Kitchen and Chefs Club, in Austin, Texas, in 2011. She offers classes for chefs (ages 3 to 6), junior chefs (5 to 11) and senior chefs (11 to 14). Kids learn how to make dishes such as yogurt parfait popsicles with healthy grains clusters or roasted

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tomato soup with homemade croutons.

“I’m a firm believer that teaching kids about which foods are good for us, and why, will positively influence their lifelong eating habits,” says Smith. “Start right, stay right.”

Elena Marre, also the mother of two elementary school children, faced the challenge of a picky eater in her family. In 2007, she started The Kids’ Table, in Chicago, and solved her own problem along the way. Says Marre, “It’s amazing how often I hear a child complain about not liking red peppers, dark leafy greens or onions at the beginning of a class. It’s so rewarding when that same child is devouring a dish made with those three ingredients at the end.”

Healthy kids cooking classes provide a fresh way to combat poverty, according to the Children’s Aid Society, in New York City. The group started Go!Chefs in 2006 at community schools and centers throughout the city and knows how to make it fun with Iron Chef-style competitions.

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the candy the first time, 57 percent of students in the Go!Kids health and fitness program chose the apple the second time, compared to 33 percent in the control group,” says Stefania Patinella, director of the society’s food and nutrition programs.

In Minnesota’s Twin Cities region, “We do a lot of outreach with Head Start, community schools and organizations like scout troops,” says Chef Ani Loizzo, Whole Foods Market’s culinary instructor at the Whole Kids Club Kitchen Camp, in Lake Calhoun. “We have many kids that know about organic and biodynamic farming and we talk about that in class.

We might focus on a healthy ingredient like tomatoes in a one-hour class or explore the culture of Greece or Mexico through food in a longer session.”

Loizzo loves the natural curiosity that kids bring to cooking classes.

“Sparking an interest in exploring ingredients and flavors can also lead to learning how to grow a garden and interest in the environment,” she says.

For children in areas where such cooking classes aren’t yet offered, there are still fun ways to involve them in healthy meal preparation. Maggie LaBarbera of San Mateo, California, started her Web-based company NourishInteractive.com in 2005 after witnessing the harmful effects of teenage obesity when she was an intensive care nurse. It offers educational articles for parents and free downloadable activities that engage children with healthy foods.

“Every positive change, no matter how small, is a step to creating a healthier child,” says LaBarbera. “Together, we can give children the knowledge, facts and skills to develop healthy habits for a lifetime.”

Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Starter Recipes for Kids

Yogurt Parfait Ice Pops with Healthy Grains Clusters Yields: 4 servings

4 ice pop molds 1 cup granola (use non-GMO, gluten-free Kind bars) in small pieces 1 cup organic fresh fruit such as raspberries, kiwi, mango and strawberries cut into small pieces 2 (6-oz) cartons organic dairy or non-dairy yogurt

Put dates into a medium bowl, cover with lukewarm purified water and set aside to soak for 10 minutes. Drain dates and reserve soaking liquid. In a food processor, purée dates with 3 to 4 tablespoons of the soaking liquid, honey, oil, vanilla and cinnamon until smooth. (Discard the remaining liquid.) Add bananas and purée again until almost smooth.

Transfer to a stainless steel bowl and stir in peanuts and cacao nibs. Cover and freeze, stirring occasionally, until almost solid—4 to 6 hours. Let ice cream soften a bit at room temperature before serving.

Raw Banana Ice Cream Yields: about 1 quart

20 pitted dates, roughly chopped 2 Tbsp raw honey 2 Tbsp extra-virgin coconut oil 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 /8 tsp ground cinnamon 4 cups sliced very ripe organic bananas ½ cup raw peanuts, coarsely chopped, optional 2 Tbsp cacao nibs

Cheesy Lasagna Rolls Yields: 4 to 6 servings

Adapted from a recipe from Whole Foods Market, Lake Calhoun, Minnesota

photo by Stephen Blancett

Layer ingredients in each ice pop mold like a parfait. Put a sprinkle of granola in first, and then layer yogurt and fresh cut fruit. Add another spoonful of granola to top it all off and freeze the pops for at least 4 to 6 hours.

Adapted from a recipe by Leah Smith for Kids Kitchen and Chefs Club, in Austin, Texas

Adapted from a recipe by Kensey Goebel for Kids Kitchen and Chefs Club, in Austin, Texas

photo by Stephen Blancett

Courtesy of TxKidsKitchen.com

ere’s a sampling of healthy snack food recipes that kids love to make—and eat—in class and at home.

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Line a 9-by-13-inch pan with parchment paper. Bake for about 25 minutes. Let them cool completely before cutting. Store in a plastic container separated by parchment paper. They should keep for about two weeks and may be refrigerated.

Nut Butter Granola Bars Yields: 8 bars

2¼ cups rolled oats ¼ cup shredded coconut (without added sugar) ½ cup applesauce 1 /3 cup nut butter (almond or peanut) ¼ tsp baking soda ½ cup raw honey or maple syrup 1 Tbsp milk or almond milk 3 Tbsp chocolate chips Preheat the oven to 350° F. Mix all dry ingredients in one bowl. Mix wet ingredients into a separate bowl; it may help to heat the nut butter a little first.

Combine the wet and dry contents.

Sea salt ½ lb (8 to 10) uncooked lasagna noodles Organic olive or coconut oil 1 cup ricotta cheese 1½ cups prepared marinara sauce 1½ cups packed baby spinach ½ cup shredded mozzarella Preheat oven to 400° F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add noodles and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain well and gently transfer to a clean surface.

Oil the inside of a small roasting pan or casserole dish and set it aside. Working with one noodle at a time, spread with about 2 tablespoons each of the ricotta and marinara, then top with spinach.

Starting at one end, roll up the noodle snugly, and then arrange it in the pan either seam-side down or with the rolls close enough to hold each other closed.

Pour the remaining marinara over assembled rolls, sprinkle with mozzarella and bake until golden and bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes.

Adapted from a recipe from Whole Foods Market

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ealthy touch is an important need for both adults and babies and essential to our well-being as humans. Touch plays a major role in an infant’s development and growth along with creating a sense of security and safety in this world.

The parent-infant interaction is the most important foundation upon which a child learns about the self, and about trust and respect. It is this first relationship that influences the way relationships are perceived. Infant massage is a natural way that parents can learn about parenting and that infants can learn about being loved and honored.

“Touching is the first communication a baby receives,” says Frederick Leboyer, author of Loving Hands: The Traditional Art of Baby Massage. “The first language of a baby’s development is through the skin.” The sense of touch, is the first of the five senses developed in utero, but the vagus nerve, which conveys “sensory” information to our brain, isn’t fully developed at the time of birth. Touch helps stimulate nerve growth, and studies involving infant massage have shown that infants that receive regular massage develop this nerve faster and fuller than infants that just receive normal touch, like diaper changes and bathing. Research has shown there can also be other benefits, including improved circulation; enhanced immune system function; and help with congestion, gas and colic. It can also promote relaxation, which helps calm babies, reduce crying and promote better sleep. Touch therapy can also help “at-risk” babies. For example, Dr. Tiffany Fields, at the University of Miami, uses infant massage to boost

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The parent-infant interaction is the most important foundation upon which a child learns about the self, and about trust and respect. the health of babies in the neonatal intensive care unit; the Deaf and Blind Foundation uses it to help calm and educate the babies in its care; and many orthopedists and physical therapists, working with neurologically challenged babies, use it to help stimulate nerve growth. Touch is like food, and nurturing touch is just as important as healthy food in order to help babies grow.

The parent/caregiver is the primary source of interaction in the infant’s life, and infant massage nurtures the most important relationship the child will ever have: the parent-infant relationship. So it is not the infant massage instructor/massage therapist that massages the infant, it is the parent. This nurturing touch enriches physiological, social-emotional, and mind/body/spirit connections for the infant as well as for the parent. When a parent engages an infant in a massage, he/she begins to watch and listen to the infant with his/her eyes, ears and heart. This facilitates parenting skills, bonding and the parent’s ability to read the baby’s cues. Parents also learn techniques to help comfort, calm and soothe their babies, which helps them feel more comfortable and confident in their ability to care for them. Infant massage is one of the most natural and pleasant methods of providing important early nurturing, and it is an amazing tool for helping parents become closer to their babies.

Vimala McClure, a founder of the International Association of Infant Massage, states: “One of the biggest lessons that I can teach is that the parent already has the skills and ‘know how’ to help the baby grow and comfort him or her when he or she is in need of touch. Sometimes one just needs some positive encouragement and a little direction to take control over the stressful situation.” McClure goes on to say, “Every moment is a learning experience, and with a tool like infant massage, it allows us, as parents and caregivers, to make the experience an enjoyable, comfortable and loving event.” This is what an educated, caring infant massage instructor strives to do when teaching infant massage to parents/caregivers—help parenting be a more enjoyable, loving event.

For more information about the topic of touch, call Liana Marconyak at the Balance Institute at 803-796-4807 or visit TheBalanceInstitute.com.

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Think Before You Ink How to Make Body Art Safe and Reversible

by April Thompson

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ew things in life are more permanent than a tattoo. Yet those most likely to change their life course—in careers, relationships or fashion styles—are also most inclined to get inked. Nearly 40 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 25 have at least one tattoo, according to a Pew Research Center poll.

“If you change your hairstyle or look often, you probably aren’t a good candidate for a tattoo, because of the limited flexibility to change that decision,” says Dr. Gregory Hall, a primary care physician in Cleveland, Ohio. Hall created the website ShouldITattoo.com to help inform others after seeing so many patients that regretted the tattoos of their youth.

Hall has also authored Teens, Tattoos, & Piercings to try to reach school-aged kids before they even consider body art.

Career Concerns

The Millennial generation, which is getting inked in record numbers, is also the leading demographic for ink removal. More than half the tattoos removed by medical professionals in 2013 were for people between 19 and 34 years old. Removal often costs many times more than being tattooed, sometimes requiring a dozen or more sessions over several months.

Beyond the likelihood of changing

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one’s mind about a tattoo, Hall cites employment, discrimination and health concerns in urging teens to decline getting inked or pierced. Employers have the legal right to reject a job candidate because of a tattoo—a challenging fact of life for young people to reconcile when they’re still undecided on a career path.

Different branches of the military have their own restrictions on body art, which can include the tattoo’s size, placement and subject, while some companies ban tattoos and piercings altogether.

The commitment of a tattoo never interested Lauren Waaland-Kreutzer, 25, of Richmond, Virginia. “I don’t know how I’m going to age and who I’ll be in five years,” she says. Two days after turning 18, however, she got her nose pierced, a decision she hasn’t regretted, even though it’s affected her employment. “While I was working my way through college, I gave up slightly better paying jobs in order to keep my piercing,” she says.

Her current employer, a local nonprofit in Fredericksburg, Virginia, is piercing-friendly, but she has friends that have to cover their tattoos and piercings at work; a former classmate-turned-lawyer even had to remove a small star tattoo from her wrist.

While piercings are more reversible than tattoos, they are also more

prone to certain health risks. Tongue and cheek piercings can accelerate tooth decay, according to Hall, and the risk of infection can be high, especially if it impacts cartilage. “Some skin rejects piercings, and you can end up with permanent scars,” he adds.

Healthier Alternatives

The good news is there are more natural, less permanent alternatives for young adults to adorn and express themselves, including custom-made temporary tattoos, plus magnetic and clip-on jewelry that are indistinguishable from a permanent piercing. Temporary tattoos work to try out the look before possibly committing.

Henna tattoos, an import from India, are another popular alternative, although Hall has seen many patients develop allergic reactions to this plantbased ink, so it’s always best to test on a small spot first.

Permanent organic inks fade more over time, a downside for someone that keeps a tattoo for life, but “come off beautifully” in a removal process compared to the standard heavy metal inks, reports Hall. Also, “We just don’t know yet what impact the heavy metals may have on people’s immune systems down the road,” he says. “Organic inks are much safer.”

The Toxic Truth About Tattoos

by Anya Vien

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he spike in popularity of tattooing that began a couple of decades ago in America and Europe continues to spread worldwide. Those considering getting one will do well to carefully review the options and the health dangers related to traditional tattoos.

Tattoo inks contain heavy metals, and red inks often contain mercury.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved any tattoo pigments for injection into the skin. Tattoo parlors are regulated by states and municipalities, but the FDA doesn’t require manufacturers to release ink ingredients. The lack of regulation is unsettling, as some 45 million Americans have been inked.

Many tattoo ink pigments are industrial-grade colors suitable for printer ink or automobile paint, and the FDA warns that it may possibly cause infections, allergic reactions, keloids (fibrous scar tissue), granulomas (response to inflammation, infection or a foreign substance) and po-

tential complications connected with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

The carrier solution used in tattoo inks also contains harmful substances such as denatured alcohol, methanol, antifreeze, detergents, formaldehyde and other toxic aldehydes.

A study in the journal Medicine by the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, in Dallas, links commercial tattoos to the spread of hepatitis C. Dr. Robert Haley, a preventative medicine specialist and former U.S. Centers for Disease Control infection control official, comments, “We found that commercially acquired tattoos accounted for more than twice as many hepatitis C infections as injection-drug use. This means it may have been the largest single contributor to the nationwide epidemic of this form of hepatitis.”

Anya Vien is the owner of Living Traditionally.com, focusing on naturally healthy and sustainable living.

Helpful Facts

State laws vary regarding age criteria, some allowing tattoos at any age with parental consent. Hall’s tattoo website has a downloadable contract to encourage kids to talk with their parents before making a decision, regardless of the need for consent.

Name tattoos, even those of loved ones, are among the tattoos most likely to be removed later in life. Hall saw this with a young man that had the names of the grandparents that raised him tattooed on his hands. He said, “I still love them, but I’m tired of looking at them and I have got to get them off me.”

A Harris Interactive poll revealed that a third of company managers would think twice about promoting someone with tattoos or piercings—a more critical factor than how tidy their workspace is kept or the appropriateness of their attire.

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ENLIGHTENED PARENTING Tips for Raising Confident and Loving Kids

by Meredith Montgomery

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ueled by unconditional love, parenting with presence embraces all potential connections between parents and their children.

My dad always told me it was my school, my choice, my grades, my life.

It made me want to take responsibility.

tion with your kids, you can have a lot more influence on them.”

Noting that sometimes children feel like their parents love them, but don’t necessarily like them, Martin emphasizEstablishing es finding ways to identify with their interests.

Values ~Casey Martin Shelly Lefkoe, co-author “I love cars, and my dad of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Guide to used to invite me on test drives when I Effective Parenting, believes that children was a kid. Both of my parents took time learn what we model as important values. to connect with me, which had a huge She tells her daughters they should treat impact on our relationship.” her with dignity and respect both because Christine Carter, Ph.D., a sociolshe’s their mother and, “That’s how you ogist with the University of California treat people and that’s how I treat them.”

Greater Good Science Center, recogHonesty is also a high priority in their nizes the importance of talking explichousehold. itly about values. When we see kids

Minneapolis college student Casey doing something we value, ask them Martin often joins his father, Kirk, in how it made them feel, she advises. presenting Calm Parenting workshops “Teens don’t necessarily know that their for parents, teachers and students parents value character over grades,” around the country. In growing up, he’s Carter says, “particularly if parents tend seen firsthand, “If you have a connecto monitor grades more than aspects of

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a child’s character. What do you talk about more—their achievements or their character? If it’s the former, consider that you unintentionally might be sending the wrong message.”

Hummingbird Parenting

Overprotection of children by what’s termed helicopter parenting, can cause a disabling sense of entitlement where kids begin to believe, possibly unconsciously, that they are entitled to a difficulty-free life, Carter observes. “There’s an epidemic of cheating because students don’t want to try hard, and they expect to be rescued,” she says.

“Although it’s terrifying to let our kids fail, when we don’t let them experience difficulty, they see mistakes as being so awful they must be avoided at any cost. To gain mastery in any arena, we must challenge ourselves, even if that means making mistakes.”

“We lose sight that we’re not raising children, we’re raising adults,” says Malibu, California, marriage, family and child therapist Susan Stiffelman, author of Parenting with Presence: Practices for Raising Conscious, Confident, Caring Kids. “Empower them to cope with ups and downs. Help them know and trust themselves by not legislating their opinions and by allowing them to experiment.”

Children often struggle with transitions, especially when things don’t go as planned. Martin recommends, “When kids throw tantrums or argue to get out of a challenging situation that’s causing them anxiety, help them work through it. Tell them that you know they’re feeling anxious, that you’ve felt that way before, too, and then help by giving them something specific to do or focus on.”

Independent outdoor play has been proven to help kids learn to exert self-control. America’s children aren’t allowed to roam freely outside to experience nature as previous generations did. In Last Child in the Woods, author Richard Louv cautions against being limited by modern factors such as restrictive subdivision covenants and media-induced fear. “There are risks outdoors, but there are huge psychological, physical and spiritual risks in raising future generations under protective house arrest,” he says.

Louv prefers what’s If you can’t explain If they succeed, it’s a called a hummingbird confidence builder. If something to a approach: “Hummingnot, it allows them to bird parents don’t hover see for themselves that 5-year-old, you over their kids with they’re not ready yet.” don’t really nature flash cards; they

Disciplined stand back and make understand it; space for exploration and Communication they make you The first eight years of a problem solving through independent play, while child’s life are the most think about formative, effecting remaining nearby, ready what you know. personal beliefs that to zoom in at a moment’s will shape the adult that notice if safety becomes ~Armin Brott they’ll become, includan issue.”

Armin Brott, host of ing impediments to fruitful self-expression. A healthy conversaSan Francisco’s Positive Parenting radio tional relationship can foster connection program, reminds parents to increase and security while respectfully teaching opportunities for independence as children right from wrong. youngsters grow. “Test a child’s ability

Lefkoe suggests managing parental to handle more freedom by providing expectations while considering what the opportunity to prove that they can.

serves the child best in the moment.

When a child tries to tell Mom something when she’s distracted, the child may conclude that what they say is unimportant. Instead, the mother can acknowledge the importance of what the child has to say and how she looks forward to listening once she’s freed up before eventually giving the child her full attention.

Parents can serve as a safe haven for kids. Stiffelman says, “Allow them to speak the truth without being corrected or shamed. If they tell you they’d like to do something you don’t approve of, resist the urge to react with immediate advice and talk to them about their decision-making process. Be present enough for them to let them hear themselves think out loud.”

“Children need affection, attention,

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acknowledgment and unconditional love, not discipline. When you punish kids, they feel absolved: ‘I did something bad, I got punished, now we’re even,’” says Lefkoe. When they get caught doing something they shouldn’t be doing, she recommends (with children as young as 5) asking them, “What are the consequences of your actions? Do you want to live with them? Your goal with this conversation should be that your child walks away feeling like they made a mistake, but it was a great learning opportunity.”

As kids mature and are faced with potentially dangerous scenarios, “You don’t want them worrying about what their friends will think; you want them thinking about the consequences,” says Lefkoe.

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Last Child in the Woods

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The Care and Keeping of You: the Body Book for Younger Girls

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The Care and Keeping of You 2: The Body Book for Older Girls

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Parenting with Presence

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Father for Life: A Journey of Joy, Challenge and Change

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The intense journey of adolescence is about discovering oneself and how to reach full potential. Carter says, “I had to constantly remind myself that this is their journey, not mine, and that it’s going to sometimes be dark and difficult.”

“The more power you give kids, the less they feel the need to test the universe,” says Lefkoe, who reminds parents that while it’s relatively easy to control young children, rebellious teenagers are harder to handle when they feel they have something to prove to an overbearing parent. Offering calculated risk-taking opportunities that don’t involve drugs and alcohol is beneficial in the teen years.

“You want them to know how to handle freedom and be responsible once they are on their own,” she says.

“When I got my driver’s license, I always came home before curfew,” says Martin. “I learned that if I could control myself, my parents didn’t feel the need to control me, which gave me a ton of power in my life.”

Brott observes that as the parenting role changes, “We can offer to help, but it’s equally important to learn to let go and admire the young adults they’re becoming.”

Teens desperately want to not feel like a kid, adds Stiffelman. “They may tell you to back off, but stay present and engaged—like wallpaper. The more you ask their opinion or invite them to teach you something, the more they’ll feel your support.”

With sex education, the authors of The New Puberty, Pediatric Endocrinologist Dr. Louise Greenspan and Adolescent Psychologist Julianna Deardorff, Ph.D., emphasize the importance of being approachable from a young age, so kids naturally turn to their parents when sensitive questions arise.

“It shouldn’t be about having ‘the talk’; it’s about maintaining an ongoing conversation,” says Greenspan. “Body odor is a good starting point in talking about body issues because it’s not intimidating and can be comfortably addressed by either parent.” Avoid rushing into subjects they’re not ready for by focusing on answering the questions that are posed, while offering a glimpse into the near future.

Deardorff says, “Pubertal changes happen over time, so be patient. Parents have a lot of anxiety and anticipation

We often forget that the work we do as parents is essential both for our children’s well-being and the greater good of the world. ~Christine Carter about puberty. When you start to see the first signs, you don’t have to communicate everything all at once.”

Consider throwing a puberty party or a health workshop for a son or daughter and their friends. Invite a parent that is comfortable with the subject matter—a nurse, physician or teacher— to get the conversation started. “Fight the urge to emotionally or physically withdraw,” counsels Deardorff. “Sharing activities is a form of communication, too.”

Kids as Teachers

“By paying attention, we can learn a lot of skills from our kids,” says Brott.

Generally, youngsters have a greater tolerance for other people’s mistakes and opinions than adults, and tend to be more laid back. They regularly teach spiritual lessons about giving and receiving love and happiness in ways we never imagined.

Through all the inevitable challenges, Stiffelman notes, “When parenting with presence, we orient ourselves with whatever good, bad or difficult moment is unfolding and bring more of our self—our heart, consciousness, understanding and compassion—to hold steady as the seas get rocky. Children offer us opportunities to confront the dark and dusty corners of our minds and hearts, creating conditions to call forth the kind of learning that can liberate us from old paradigms.”

It all allows us to lead more expansive and fulfilling lives as we open ourselves to more of the love, learning and joy that the adventure of parenting can bring. When we embrace the healing and transformation that is being offered through parenting with presence, the rewards can be limitless.

Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Mobile/Baldwin, AL (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com). natural awakenings

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appier kids are more likely to become successful, accomplished adults. Looking at the science can show what works in raising naturally healthy, happy kids.

feelings are okay, even though bad behavior isn’t.

Put on Your Own Oxygen Mask First.

How happy parents are dramatically affects how happy and successful their kids are.

Teach Self-Discipline. Self-discipline in kids is more predictive of future success than intelligence or most anything else good. Start teaching it by helping kids learn ways to distract themselves from temptation.

Build a Village. The breadth and depth of our positive relationships with other people is the strongest predictor of human happiness.

Expect Effort and Enjoyment, Not Perfection. Parents that overemphasize achievement are more likely to have kids with higher levels of depression, anxiety and substance abuse compared to others. Praise effort, not natural ability.

Choose Gratitude, Forgiveness and Optimism. Optimism is so closely related to happiness that the two are practically interchangeable. Teach preteens to look on the bright side.

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Form Happiness Habits. Turn these happiness skills, plus the positive skills parents already have, into habits.

Enjoy the Present Moment. We can be super-busy and deeply happy at the same time by deeply experiencing the present moment.

Rig their Environment for Happiness.

Monitor a child’s surroundings so that the family’s deliberate happiness efforts have maximum effect.

Eat Dinner Together. This simple tradition helps mold better kids and makes them happier, too.

Christine Carter, Ph.D., is the author of Raising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents and The Sweet Spot: How to Find Your Groove at Home and Work. She is a senior fellow at the University of California, Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center. Learn more at ChristineCarter.com.

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• Jumping Rope • Lunges/Jump Lunges • Playing a Family Game of

Basketball, Soccer, Football,

Kickball, etc.

• Push-Ups • Stair Climbing • Swimming • Swinging • Throwing a Frisbee, Football

or Baseball • Walking the Dog

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Here are some fun and safe sample workouts for children and parents:

The Anywhere, Anytime

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Squat, Squat Jump 10 times, Jumping Jacks 10 times Sit-Ups 10 times, Plank 15 seconds (3-5 rounds)

The Playground

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Swing 1 minute, Sprint to Monkey Bars, Monkey Bars Sprint to Slide, Slide, Repeat 5-10 times

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ack-to-school time means getting back on a schedule.

Now is a great time to establish healthy, lifelong habits and routines for the family. This is also a great way to spend quality time together. Here are some tips to help the family get started on the right foot.

• Fuel the body and mind by starting the day with a

healthy, balanced, nutritionally dense breakfast.

• Include adequate protein, healthy carbohydrates and

healthy fats.

• Stay away from high-sugar, boxed and processed foods

that are advertised to children.

• Stay well hydrated. Drink water all day long. (No soda/

diet soda, sweet tea or fruit juices.)

• Pack a well-balanced lunch for children. Cooking extra

at dinner is a great, convenient way to have healthy

leftovers ready to go for the next day.

• Snacks should be well-balanced mini-meals.

• After school, it’s time to move! At this point in the day, children have been sedentary for hours. Put away all technology, get creative and make it fun. Parents should not teach anything to their children that they personally cannot do themselves. Parents should always lead by example and participate. The imagination is the only limit.

Stair Climb to the Top, Push-Ups, Tree Pose (balance on one foot), Walk Down to Recover (3-5 rounds)

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Skip 30 seconds, Jog 1 minute, Walk 2 minutes (5 rounds, app. 15 minutes) Finally, make sure to limit the amount of time spent on technology and make it a rule to “blackout” TV, cell phones and computers 30 minutes prior to bed.

There is no question that childhood obesity is on the rise annually, and it is up to parents to teach their children how to nourish the body and mind with proper nutrition and regular exercise. By getting and staying active as a family, fun and healthy habits will be established lasting a lifetime!

For more information, call Jennifer and Gary Mangum of Beyond Fitness Wellness Solutions at 803-470-6632. See ad, page 8.

Here are some fun and safe exercises for children and parents: • At-Home/Playground Obstacle Course • Balancing/Yoga Poses • Bike Riding • Burpees • Hiking natural awakenings

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GREEN ARTS Tips for Finding Safe Eco-Supplies

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reative energy is contagious,” says Kim Harris, co-owner of Yucandu, a hands-on craft studio in Webster Groves, Missouri. As one client crafter commented, “Art is cheaper than therapy and a lot more fun.” It doubles the pleasure when we trust the nature of our supplies.

Arts and crafts stir the imagination, spur creativity and are relaxing. Yet, for some, allergies, chemical sensitivities and eco-consciousness can make choosing materials a challenge.

Manufacturers are not required to list heavy metals, toxic preservatives or petroleum-based ingredients, even when they’re labeled “non-toxic”.

User- and environment-friendly alternatives may be difficult to locate, but are worth the effort. After working with paint, glue, chalk and modeling dough, children may lick their fingers and be reluctant to wash hands thoroughly.

Retirees with newfound time for hobbies may also have weakened immune systems at risk to chemical exposure.

Everyone benefits from minimizing exposure to toxins.

Papers

For greeting cards, scrapbooking or

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mixed media, paper provides background, texture, pattern and color.

Tree-free paper uses agricultural residue or fibers from bananas, coffee and tobacco, and EcoPaper.com researchers anticipate similar future use of pineapples, oranges and palm hearts.

Labels can be misleading. White paper has been bleached. Processed chlorine-free (PCF) means no bleaching occurred during this incarnation of the paper. Totally chlorine-free (TCF) papers are as advertised. Paper is called recycled if it’s 100 percent postconsumer-recovered fiber—anything less is recycled content.

Glues

For most projects, purchased glues are more convenient, longer lasting and easier to use than homemade. White glue and white paste, called “library paste”, are best with porous items like wood, paper, plastic and cloth. It takes longer to dry and needs to be held in place, but there are no fumes.

“Jewelry is wearable art, so for mine, I primarily use water-based, non-toxic glues and sealers that simply wash off my hands,” advises Nancy

If paint, glue, chalk or markers have a strong odor or the label says, “Use in a well-ventilated area,” it’s toxic.

Kanter, owner and designer of Sparkling Vine Design, in Thousand Oaks, California. Examples include Elmer’s Washable and Mod Podge.

Airplane glue, rubber cement, spray adhesive and epoxy all emit toxic fumes. Instant glue (cyanoacrylate) likewise bonds fast to fingers; toxic, foul-smelling acetate (used in nail polish remover) is needed to remedy the situation.

acetone and sulfuric acid. Nylon, made from petroleum products, may have a harmful finish.

Paints

More Materials

Water-based tempera paint is easy to use; Chroma brand tempera removes some of the hazardous ingredients.

“I use water-based, non-toxic acrylic paints and wine to paint recycled wine corks for my designs,” says Kanter. “This avoids harsh fumes and chemicals.”

Note that acrylic paint can contain ammonia or formaldehyde. Oil paint produces fumes and requires turpentine, a petroleum-based product, to clean brushes. Aerosol spray paint is easily inhaled unless protective equipment is used.

Canvas is typically stretched on birch framing, a sustainable wood. Look for unbleached, organic cotton canvas without primer. Runoff from an organic cotton field doesn’t pollute waterways.

Experiment with homemade mod-

eling clay. Many tutorials and photos are available online. Commercial modeling clay contains wheat flour, which can cause a reaction for the gluten-sensitive.

For papier-mâché projects, recycle newsprint and use white glue, thinned with water. Premade, packaged versions may contain asbestos fibers.

Eco-beads with safe finishes vary from nuts and seeds to glass and stone. For grownups that like to create their own beads, realize that polymer clays contain vinyl/PVC.

In making artistic expression safe, being conscious of the materials used is paramount.

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

Markers and Crayons

“Give kids great supplies and they’ll make great art,” maintains Harris.

“They’ll also be respectful of how much they use.”

Go for unscented, water-based markers, especially for younger children that are as apt to draw on themselves as on paper. Soy crayons are made from sustainable soybean oil, while retaining bright colors. Dustless chalk is preferred by some. Colored eco-pencils are another option.

Beware of conventional dry erase markers, which contain the neurotoxin xylene; permanent markers emit fumes. Wax crayons are made with paraffin, a petroleum-based product.

Yarn and Other Fibers

For knit or crochet projects, choose recycled silk and cotton or bamboo, soy silk from tofu byproducts, or natural, sustainable corn silk. Sheep’s wool, organic cotton or alpaca fibers, raw or hand-dyed with natural colors, are environmentally friendly.

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Joe Dispenza on The Power of Thought Alone to Heal

by Kathleen Barnes

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ost of us are familiar with the placebo effect, when actual healing occurs after the only prescription a patient ingests is a sugar pill that the individual believes is medicine.

Researcher and Chiropractor Joe Dispenza, of Olympia, Washington, knows the value of the placebo effect from personal experience. When his spine shattered during a 1986 triathlon race as his bicycle was hit by an SUV, he had a good mental picture of what had happened. Consulting doctors proclaimed a bleak prognosis and offered a risky surgical procedure as his only chance of walking again.

He left the hospital against the advice of his physicians and spent the next three months mentally—and physically—reconstructing his spine. His story is one of hope for healing for others, detailed in his latest book, You Are the Placebo: Making Your Mind Matter.

How did your pivotal healing take place?

For two hours twice a day, I went within and began creating a picture of my intended result: a totally healed spine.

Nine-and-a-half weeks after the accident, I got up and walked back into my life fully recovered—without having had a body cast or surgeries. I resumed my chiropractic practice 10 weeks out and was training and lifting weights again while continuing my rehabilitation regimen at 12 weeks. Now, in the nearly 30 years since the accident, I can honestly say that I rarely experience any back pain.

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How does your approach differ from mind over matter?

It’s the same. So many people have been conditioned into believing that mind and body are separate things. There is never a time when the mind isn’t influencing the body and vice versa.

The combination is what I call a state of being.

How does the placebo effect work?

Think about the idea of giving somebody a sugar pill, saline solution or a false surgery. A certain percentage of those people will accept, believe and surrender—without analysis—to the “thought” that they are receiving the real substance or treatment. As a result, they’ll program their autonomic nervous systems to manufacture the exact same pharmacy of drugs to match the real substance or treatment. They can make their own antidepressants and painkilling medicines.

Healing is not something that takes place outside of you.

Can you cite examples of disease in which self-healing has been scientifically validated?

There is amazing power in the human mind. Some people’s thoughts heal them; some have made them sick and sometimes even hastened their death.

In the first chapter of You Are the Placebo, I tell a story about one man who died after being told he had cancer, even though an autopsy revealed he’d been misdiagnosed. A woman plagued by depression for decades

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improved dramatically and permanently during an antidepressant drug trial, despite the fact that she was in the placebo group. A handful of veterans that participated in a Baylor University study, formerly hobbled by osteoarthritis, were miraculously cured by fake knee surgeries. Plus, scientists have seen sham coronary bypass surgeries that resulted in healing for 83 percent of participants (New England Journal of Medicine). A study of Parkinson’s disease from the University of British Columbia measured better motor coordination for half of the patients after a placebo injection. They were all healed by thought alone. The list goes on.

I’ve personally witnessed many people heal themselves using the same principles of the placebo response, once they understood how, from cancers, multiple sclerosis, lupus, thyroid conditions and irritable bowel syndrome.

How can an ordinary person make that quantum leap and find healing?

Many of us are now recognizing that rather than live in the past, we can create our own future. It requires changing some longstanding conditioned beliefs and the willingness to step into an unfamiliar, uncomfortable, unpredictable state that is consistent with living in the unknown. This happens to be the perfect place from which to create change.

I recommend a meditation that creates physiological changes in the brain and at the cellular level, from 45 to 60 minutes a day. Changing Beliefs and Perceptions meditations are available on my website or individuals can record themselves reading the texts printed in the back of my book.

As we exchange self-limiting beliefs we begin to embody new possibilities.

Joe Dispenza is chairman of Life University Research Council and a faculty member for the International Quantum University for Integrative Medicine, Omega Institute for Holistic Studies and Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. Visit DrJoeDispenza.com.

Connect with natural health books author Kathleen Barnes at KathleenBarnes.com.

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The Vaccine Push Mandatory Laws vs. Personal Choice

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measles reported ront-page headlines Mandatory vaccines of between January 4 and about questionable pose the latest April 17, encompassing research, corporate 20 states and the District manipulations, purchased affront to of Columbia, all traced politicians, medical covercitizens’ right to a traveler infected ups and whistleblower overseas that then visitreports have left Amerito informed ed a California amusecans feeling hoodwinked self-government. ment park. and skeptical. According Common sense and to a new Pew Research independent research counters the Center study, the public doesn’t trust the information they’re fed on issues stance that would rob individuals of their moral right to conscientious, such as genetically engineered crops philosophical and personal-belief and now, mandatory vaccines. exemption from being subjected to

The current state of distrust of vaccines. Hard evidence in a plethoscientific statistics and their impact on our lives doesn’t bode well for lawmak- ra of published studies further identifies genetic factors that could cause ers attempting to build consensus for the development of adverse effects uniform mandatory vaccination interto vaccines. vention. The current rush to pass such Yet, “There is no available evidence legislation is largely due to 169 cases

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on vaccines’ effectiveness that is placebo-controlled, plus the health effects of vaccines in combination have never been studied, certainly not the 69 total doses of 16 types of vaccines given to children starting 12 hours after birth through age 18,” says Sayer Ji, a member of the National Health Federation board of governors and founder of GreenMedInfo.com.

“Vaccine risks for anyone can range from zero to 100 percent, depending upon one’s genes, microbiome DNA, environment, age and health at the time of vaccination and the type and number of vaccines given,” advises Barbara Loe Fisher, president and co-founder of the nonprofit National Vaccine Information Center, headquartered in Vienna, Virginia.

“Vaccines are not safe or effective for everyone because we’re not all the same and we don’t all respond the same way to pharmaceutical products,” says Fisher. She notes that responses to infectious diseases and the risk for complications can also vary, depending upon similar factors.

Among the most prominent warnings on vaccine ingredients, concerned doctors, researchers and medical whistleblowers cite dangers of the toxin thimerosal, a mercury-containing preservative used in some vaccines and vaccine adjuvants such as aluminum gels or aluminum salts added to elicit a stronger immune response against the germ the vaccine introduces into our body.

Leading books citing telling research include Thimerosal: Let the Science Speak, by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. Mark Hyman; Vaccines: What CDC Documents and Science Reveal,

by Dr. Sherri Tenpenny; Vaccine Epidemic, by Louise Kuo Habakus; and Science for Sale, by David L. Lewis,

Ph.D. Top film documenVaccines are not to give drug manufacturtaries include Shots in ers, the government and responsible for the Dark; Vaccination: physicians protection The Hidden Truth; Trace the eradication from lawsuits arising Amounts; The Greater injuries caused by of diseases such as from Good; and childhood vaccines.

Vaccine Nation. polio and smallpox. “Since 1988, thou Bought: The Hidsands of children and ~U.S. Centers for Disease adults in America that den Story Behind Vaccines, Big Pharma and Control database have suffered brain Your Food resulted from inflammation and other two years of investigative research in long-recognized vaccine reactions have disaster medical management by Toni been collectively awarded $3 billion in Bark, now an integrative physician. vaccine injury compensation. There are In interviews with practicing doctors, thousands more that have been unable research scientists, former pharmaceuto secure federal compensation for their tical sales representatives, attorneys and vaccine injuries,” reports Fisher. others, Bark exposes serious conflicts of “At least 25,000 to 30,000 reports interest. These include vaccine research of vaccine reactions are filed annufunding, hiring between pharmaceually with the Vaccine Adverse Events tical and chemical industries and Reporting System, operated by the U.S. their government regulating agencies, Centers for Disease Control,” says Tensponsored scientific propaganda used penny. “Underreporting is a substantial to silence critics, and large-scale corproblem. It’s estimated that less than 1 ruption within the billion-dollar vaccine percent of all adverse events from drugs and vaccines are reported.” Vaccine industry. Plus, it points out problems ResearchLibrary.com cites 7,200 journal with the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986 that Congress passed articles and studies that expose the

harm caused by vaccines.

“Knowledge is empowering and personal discernment is priceless.

The facts challenge the health claims by government health agencies and pharmaceutical firms that vaccines are perfectly safe,” says Ji. “Public doubt, distrust and skepticism are rational and natural consequences.”

For more information, visit the National Vaccine Information Center at nvic.org and the coalition of citizen advocates at NationalHealthFreedom.org.

Connect with writer Linda Sechrist at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

“If you think education is expensive, try ignorance.”

~Attributed to both Andy McIntyre and Derek Bok

What to Ask Before Vaccinating

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accines are pharmaceutical products that carry risks. The National Vaccine Information Center encourages parents to become fully informed about the potential risks and disease complications for their own children and pose these questions to one or more trusted healthcare professionals before making a decision. n Am I, or my child, sick right now? n Have I, or my child, had a bad reaction to a vaccination before? n Do I, or my child, have a personal or family history of vaccine reactions, neurological disorders, severe allergies or immune system problems? n Do I know the disease and vaccine risks for my child or myself? n Do I have full information about the vaccine’s side effects? n Do I know how to identify and report a vaccine reaction? n Will I have a written record, including the vaccine manufacturer’s name and lot number, for all vaccinations? n Am I convinced that I have the right to make an informed choice?

Visit nvic.org for information on recognizing vaccine-reaction symptoms.

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

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.

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 27.

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 ad, back page.

BUSINESS COACH/LIFE COACH MATRX COACHING

Suzanne Riley Whyte 803-760-6403 • info@MatrxCoaching.com MatrxCoaching.com

Are you struggling to achieve your professional or personal goals? Success in business and success in life go hand in hand. Locally owned Matrx Coaching is uniquely qualified to enhance your inner strengths and incorporate them into your business and personal life. Customized training, tools and instruction. Call to schedule a free consultation.

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CAREER TRAINING THE AIRLINE ACADEMY

Jane Diago 864-684-6966 Jane@TheAirlineAcademy.com

Find out how to start an exciting career in the airline industry as a Flight Attendant. Earn great pay. Trainees receive a SevenDay Flight Attendant training through Jet Blue. Tuition less than a semester at college. 86 percent placement rate. See ad, page 27.

CHIROPRACTIC CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER INC.

Dr. Shelly Jones, DC Chiropractic Wellness Center Inc. 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 13.

OLD MILL CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Eric Nazarenko, DC 711 East Main St, Ste L-2, Lexington 803-808-0711 • Eric@OldMillChiro.com OldMillChiro.com

True health is about wellness, vitality and correcting the cause of symptoms. Old Mill Chiropractic’s goal is to create a happier and healthier community through safe, natural and effective care. Taking the time to listen, we custom-tailor an individualized care plan to achieve your specific goals and needs. We want you to have a wonderful and healthy life. See ad, page 15.

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COLLABORATIVE LAW LAW OFFICE OF SHANNON K. BURNETT

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. See ad, page 11.

COLON HEALTH 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. Special pricing every third week of the month. See ad, page 15.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY CENTER FOR HEALTH INTEGRATION

Pamila Lorentz, MSW, RN, LMBT 6136 Old Bush River Rd, Columbia 803-749-1576 • CenterForHealthIntegration.com

Feeling scattered, disconnected, achy, or fatigued? CHI’s essential touch therapies help to restore, renew and revitalize the well-being experience. Services include: Craniosacral therapy, lymphatic drainage, directional healing, sound/vibrational therapies and integrative massage.

CHI also offers accupressure for emotions and young living therapeutic essential oils. See ad, page 21.

DENTIST FOREST DRIVE DENTAL CARE

Dr. Joanna Silver Dover, DMD 5101 Forest Dr, Ste A, 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 12.

DENTIST THE ART OF DENTISTRY

Dr. Gregory J. Wych, DDS 7505 St. Andrews Rd, Irmo 803-781-1600 • IrmoCosmeticDentistry.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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THE GREEN CHAOS SOLVED John Childs • Louis Carta 803-569-6177 TheGreenChaosSolved.com

We care for our customers, their lawns and pets while caring for the environment naturally, utilizing organic products, fertilization for a healthier lawn, weed control and seasonal programs. Other services include soil testing; disease and insect control and much more. Call today for a consult.

HEALTH/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COACHING

doTERRA-CPTG® ESSENTIAL OILS

KATHY COOPER

Dedicated to sharing, teaching and educating others in the uses and common applications of doTERRA’s Certified Pure Therapeutic-Grade Essential Oils. William offers Aromatouch Therapy, extensive knowledge of Reflexology, biological surveys and is available for personal consultations and classes. Call for consultation. See ad, page 34.

Kathy Cooper is passionate about helping women live a healthy, balanced life. Each health coaching program is personalized to help improve your mind, body and spirit. Kathy offers individual and group health coaching programs, as well as health and nutrition workshops and cooking classes. See ad, page 7.

William Richardson 109 Coots Way, Irmo • 803-665-2943 WRichardson.doterra@gmail.com

ENVIRONMENTAL & FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE CENTER FOR OCCUPATIONAL & ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE

Dr. Weirs Lieberman • Dr. Herbert Lieberman 843-572-1600 • COEM.com

Preventative and Personalized Health Care w/more than 75 years of combined medical practice. Board-Certified Environmental, Functional and Integrative Medicine. We get to the root cause of your illness. Allergy Testing.

Autoimmune Diseases. Women’s Health. See ad, page 2.

FENG SHUI EASTERN DESIGN AND HOME STAGING LLC

Ivy Ellerby, AFDP, ASP, IAHSP PO Box 84421, Lexington 803-470-4567 • DesignAndHomeStaging.com EasternDesignAndHomeStaging@gmail.com

Ivy Ellerby is a certified Advanced Feng Shui Design Professional with a background in clinical and experimental psychology. She specializes in health and wellness improvement by using proven Feng Shui methods to create a balance of energy flow throughout the home, office or other occupied dwelling. Ellerby is also a nationally accredited home stager. Call today to schedule a consultation!

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Lee & Susan Adams, Nutritional Consultants NeoLifeClub.com/GroHealthy 803-781-4690 • GroHealthy@gmail.com

Since 1958, families all around the world have counted on NeoLife to provide whole food nutritional products that are based in nature and backed by science. Our core products are essential to creating a foundation for health and wellness. Based on cellular nutrition, these products are aimed at getting your cells healthy and feeding them with key nutrients. See ad, page 3.

HEALTHY HYDRATION INCREDIBLE WATER

Certified Holistic Health Coach 803-546-4464 • KathyJCooper.com KathyCooper02@gmail.com

Eddie and Nilah Gann 803-404-1329 • KangenDemo.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS BACK TO ESSENTIALS LLC (COMPLETE HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER) Dr. W. Claire Wages DC 1024 Wildewood Center Dr, Ste B Columbia • 803-736-8633 BackToEssentialsllc.com

Our office is a unique Chiropractic office designed to take care of the total body, mind and spirit! We aim to provide the highest quality of care and education, so that you can live life to its optimum and appreciate your body as a unique organism designed to heal itself.

BEYOND FITNESS WELLNESS SOLUTIONS LLC

Gary and Jennifer Mangum Independent Wellness Consultants & Personal Trainers 803-470-6632 LifeByDesign@BeyondFitnessWellness Solutions.com

We cannot train ourselves out of bad diets. Gary and Jennifer offer a life-changing, super-nutrition program and exercise regimen.

Beyond Fitness helps individuals save time by effective coaching through the confusion of it all. Call to get started with a free consultation. See ad, page 8.

Every functional process that takes place within the human body is dependent upon water in some way. With this foundational element correct, all other body processes function properly.

Incredible Water represents a Japanese company that has been changing lives for over 40 years. Individuals interested in alkaline, antioxidant and cellular hydration are encouraged to call. See ad, page 9.

HYPNOSIS SOUTH CAROLINA HYPNOSIS LLC Steven H Lyles, BCH, CI Board Certified Hypnotist & NGH Instructor 7801 St. Andrews Rd, Irmo 803-622-9844 SouthCarolinaHypnosis.com

Free hypnosis screening from professional consultant Steven Lyles. His team gives a 30- to 40minute free screening, including a complete in-depth explanation of hypnotism. A personal evaluation will be completed as well. Weight loss, smoking cessation, stress relief and corporate plans are available. Call today.

HYPNOTHERAPY BLOOM HYPNOSIS CENTER

Elizabeth Leaphart, MEd, NCC 2902 River Drive, Columbia Elizabeth@BloomSC.com • 803-282-9888 BloomSC.com

Columbia’s Hypnofertility® and Hypnobirth® practice for women, specializing in one of the safest and most e ff e c t i v e n a t u r a l f e r t i l i t y techniques available. Elizabeth offers a peaceful, healing retreat to support your natural or medically assisted conception, pregnancy, birth and afterbirth. These powerful sessions open the connection between what the mind and heart desire and what the body manifests, and empower you with skills for a lifetime. Free in-office consultation.

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STRESS MANAGEMENT YOUR HEALTHY DIVORCE

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PHOENIX RISING

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

Katz integrates her insight, intuition and spiritual guidance to identify emotional and physical issues blocking self-healing. She incorporates her medical intuitive skills to identify preclinical health and emotional issues impeding holistic balance and wellness.

INTEGRATIVE & HOLISTIC MEDICINE EXPECT WELLNESS

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

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. In-house diagnostic labs and therapies.

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MASSAGE LESLIE A. BOLAND, LMT

120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Ste G, Columbia • 803-528-2119 HarmoniousHealing@gmail.com

Leslie’s 10 years’ experience includes Reiki, reflexology, touch for health, crystal therapy and much more. Her integration and use of modalities through unique and personalized-care techniques allow you to understand and interpret the messages that your body communicates, helping to promote balance between the body, mind and spirit. $10 off first visit.

JUST WANNA MELT LLC Misty Rawls • 803-331-0063 Info@JustWannaMelt.com JustWannaMelt.com

A green skin-care company that creates high-quality, all-natural products that are gentle on the skin and the environment. Our ingredients include organic oils, butters, herbs, botanicals, local grains, beeswax and honey. Visit our website for a complete list of retail locations.

ORGANIC PEST CONTROL

NATURAL ROOTS ORGANIC PEST CONTROL Jim Huthmaker 803-404-2488 NaturalRootsPestControl.com

Natural Roots is the only company in the midlands providing interior and exterior ecofriendly pest prevention. Protect the family, pets, property and the environment with nontoxic and botanically based effective products that really work.

The Natural Roots mosquito service is not harmful to essential insects and pollinators, such as honey bees.

OXYGEN THERAPY STUDIO O2

801 Gervais St, Downtown Vista Oxygen/Massage/Natural Beauty Services 803-667-9606 • Info@SO2Spa.com

Mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a natural non-invasive way of giving your body what it needs to recharge and heal faster. Oxygen can aid in faster recovery from injury, migraines, chronic pain and overall detoxification. Call to schedule a consultation to learn how oxygen treatments can help you to live your very best. Re-charge your life! See ad, page 31.

Coulter Roberson, CDFA 803-261-3537 Facebook.com/YourHealthyDivorce

Follow me on Facebook for tips, strategies and general information to help manage and reduce stress and its affect on the body, mind and spirit during and after your divorce.

We have partnered with multiple companies to assist and help guide individuals through uncertain times.

THERMOGRAPHY ABOUT YOUR HEALTH INC.

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

About Your Health Inc.’s main focus is health education and health-enhancing services.

Including one-on-one nutritional counseling, Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Reams pH testing, parasite programs, aqua-chi 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 26.

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS 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! We are proud to say that our knowledge allows us to encourage choices that will positively impact the heath and future of our community and environment.

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SPIRITUAL SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION GROUP

Contact Steve 803-318-1887 • ECK-SC.org Meetup.com/Columbia-Spiritual-Seekers

Eckankar hosts open discussions (meetups), worship services and more at no charge. All are welcome.

Topics include understanding past lives, dreams, coincidences, God’s creative life force, and more. Call ahead: time and date may vary.

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AUGUST 2, 8, 13, 20 & 27 Basil Days Discount at Rosewood–8am-8pm.

August 2nd, 8th, 13th, 20th and 27th 20% off purchase price, mention this listing. Deli sale items not included. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803-530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 4 Growing Healthy-Truth About Cancer–6:458:15pm. 11 DVD series. Session 5–Nature’s Pharmacy. Space is limited, please RSVP w/Lee or Susan Adams at 803-781-4690.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5 Gentle Yoga Class–6-7:30pm. Includes dharma talk, gentle movement, deep relaxation and meditation.

Cost $15. The Balance Institute, 1905 Sunset Blvd, Ste C, W Columbia. Info and registration: Call Liz Ferrara at 917-288-6162 or email Mzliz@aol.com.

Southeastern Institute’s Back-to-School Open House–5-8pm. Southeastern Institute offers financial aid to those that qualify and monitors workplace trends to assist students gain employment after graduation. 1420 Colonial Life Blvd, Columbia.

Info: SEIOpenhouse.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 6

Infant Massage–6:30-7:30 pm. 4-week series on Mondays starting Aug 10. Learn to build confidence, develop a nurturing touch, and create a massage routine. Classes build on each other. Cost: $15 per session, per person. The Balance Institute, 1905 Sunset Blvd, Ste C, W Columbia. Info and preregistration (recommended): Call Liana Marconyak at 803-386-7261 or visit TBIHealth.net.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 Healthy Kids, Happy Families–6:30pm. A backto-school health discussion w/Dr. Deborah Greenhouse. Healthy dinner provided. Free. Katie & Irwin Kahn Jewish Community Center, 306 Flora Dr, Columbia. RSVP required. Call Laurie at 803-7872023 or email LaurieS@jccColumbia.org.

Candles for Cancer–6pm. Immune System and cancer presentation. Appetizers, live auction, music and a candle dedication. $50 event attendance, $25 live online streaming. T. Ashton Phillips Market Center, SC Farmers’ Market, 117 Ballard Ct, W Columbia.

Info and registration: Call Tara Mann at 864-7870255 or email Tara.Mann@CancerCrackdown.org.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15

Flat Out Strangers and Swing Dancers–7-9pm. A festive time on the first Thursday. Good Life Café, 1614 Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-726-2310.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7

SUNDAY, AUGUST 16

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. Free; donations accepted. Near Midtown Mall in Forest Acres, Columbia. Info and directions: Call Frongillo at 803-743-0731 or email Mff426@gmail.com.

Polarity Therapy Class–10am-5pm. Class is open to all interested in learning about polarity but is also eligible for NCBTMB CEUs (3-day requirement) for massage therapist. Cost: $100. The Balance Institute, 1905 Sunset Blvd, Ste C, W Columbia. Info and registration: Call Liz Ferrara at 917-288-6162 or email Mzliz@aol.com.

Growing Healthy-Truth About Cancer–6:458:15pm. 11 DVD series. Session 6–Clean Foods & the Cancer-Free Diet. Free. Space is limited, please RSVP, Lee or Susan Adams at 803-781-4690.

Studio02 Client Appreciation–6-8pm.Complimentary oxygen bar session or makeup application with any color service. Launching Glo Minerals makeup line. Complimentary makeup and margaritas. Call today to reserve a seat for $25 and use it toward a purchase on the day of event. 801 Gervais St, Columbia. Info: 803-667-9606.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 27 Growing Healthy-Truth About Cancer–6:458:15pm. 11 DVD series. Session 7–Diagnostic Dos & Don’ts. Free. Space is limited, please RSVP w/ Lee or Susan Adams at 803-781-4690.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 14

doTERRA Essential Oils Business Training–11am-1pm. Frees. Capital City Chiropractic, 1221 Bower Pkwy, Columbia. Info: Call William Richardson at 803-665-2943.

MONDAY, AUGUST 10

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 Growing Healthy/Truth About Cancer–6:458:15pm. 11 DVD series. Session 8–Proven Treatment Protocols. Free. Space is limited. Please RSVP w/Lee or Susan Adams at 803-781-4690.

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

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20 The Blue Iguanas–7-9pm. Bluegrass/folk/Americana/Acoustic. Good Life Café, 1614 Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-726-2310.

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Wednesday. A unique support group featuring group share time and discussion for women struggling with fertility. All meetings followed by empowerment activities. Irmo Family Chiropractic, 1032-A Kinley Rd, Irmo. Info: Call Noemi Wilson, LAc, at 786-205-4933.

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.

Stretch and Relax Hatha Yoga–4:30-5:30pm–w/ Anahata Musick. Need help with pain management and mobility? Unwind with breathing, transcendent stretch and gentle waves of the gong sound. Cost $15 drop-in. Frontier Movement, 2730 Millwood Ave, Columbia. Info: 803-765-2159, YogaAndWellness.com.

monday Kangen Health and Hydration Presentation–6pm. 1st & 2nd Monday. Come learn about the benefits of restructured, antioxidant water. The Pentecostals of Columbia, 6911 N Trenholm Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-404-1378, KangenGann.com.

Poetry Night at Good Life Café–5-7pm. Every 3rd Monday. Poetry, music and open mic time.

Featuring poet Jerred Metz and music by River Baby Bathwater Revival. Good Life Café, 1614 Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-726-2310.

Wellness Opportunity Meeting–6:30-7:30pm.

1st Monday. Business training. Our simple, proven products are changing lives now. Free. 3924 Forest Dr, Ste 1, Columbia. To register, call Coulter at 803790-2674 or Kristina at 803-553-9326.

tuesday Discover the World of Essential Oils–noon–w/ Sonia Mendez. Free class. Every 2nd Tuesday. Lex-

ington Spinal Care, 524 Columbia Ave, Lexington.

Info: Call Mendez at 803-556-5483, email Sonia@ SoniaMendez.com or visit SoniaMendez.com.

Kundalini Yoga and Meditation–6:30-8pm–w/ Anahata Musick. Life-changing yoga exercise, breathing, meditation, mantra. Cost $96/8 classes.

Frontier Movement, 2730 Millwood Ave, Columbia.

Info: 803-765-2159, YogaAndWellness.com.

Prenatal Yoga–5:30-6:45pm–w/Channing, RYT200. Open to all students. Prepare the mind and body for labor and more. Cost: 1st class free, $10-$14/class packages. Expecting Well, 130 Suber Rd, Ste D, Columbia. Info: 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com.

Seidokan Aikido of SC–6:30-8:30pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 9-11am on Saturdays. Cost: Monthly $40/adult, $30/students, $20/children.

The Balance Institute, 1905 Sunset Blvd, Ste C, W Columbia. Info: TBIHealth.net.

Toning for Sound Health–10-11:30am. Dress comfortably for easy floor work and bring a yoga mat or towel. $15/class or $70/7 classes. Center for Health Integration, 6136 Old Bush River Rd, Columbia.

Info/register: Call Pamila Lorentz at 803-749-1576 or visit DirectionalHealing.com.

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

Every 1st Wednesday of the month. Live entertainment and refreshments. Browse Biergarten’s unique garden gifts. Gardener’s Outpost, 709 Woodrow St, Columbia.

Info: 803-252-0041, GardenersOutpost.com.

Empowering the Fertile Womb–6pm. Every 4th

Multi-Level Yoga–5:30-6:45pm–w/Robin Pawlina, RN, CYI. She has taught yoga for more than 20 years and creates an environment that allows the student to manage stress with a relaxed and supportive style. Cost: $15/class, $66/6-wk session. About Your Health, 120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Ste J, Columbia.

Info/register: Call Pawlina at 803-926-0895.

thursday doTERRA Essential Oils Class–6pm. Learn about doTERRA essential oils. Free class. Old Mill Chiropractic, 711 East Main St, Ste L2, Lexington. Info: Call Andrea Nazarenko at 803-808-0711 or visit OldMillChiro.com.

Group Directional Healing–6-7pm. Every 1st Thursday. A systematic, multidimensional approach to healing the physical and inner body through vibration. Must preregister to confirm; space is limited. $15 fee. Center for Health Integration, 6136 Old Bush River Rd, Columbia. Info/register: Call Pamila Lorentz at 803-749-1576 or visit DirectionalHealing.com.

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Rosewood Sidewalk Farmers’ Market–4-7pm.

Every 2nd and 4th Thursday. Meet your SC growers.

Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia.

Info: 803-530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

friday Columbia Zen Buddhist Priory Orientation–6pm.

Meditation instruction and introduction to our practice. Please make reservations before the Friday you wish to come. 426 Arrowwood Rd, Columbia.

Info: 803-772-7552, ColumbiaZen.org. Please call before visiting. doTERRA Essential Oils Class–7pm. Free class.

1st and 3rd Friday at Capital City Chiropractic, 1221 Bower Pkwy, Columbia. And the 2nd and 4th Fridays at The Retreat Salon and Day Spa (inside Gold’s Gym, in Irmo) For class title and info: Call William Richardson at 803-665-2943.

saturday Viral Dimensional Dowsing–10am–w/Katz Delauney-Leija, MSW. Every 1st and 3rd Saturday.

Individuals can join the group from home. Those joining can learn new energetic skills to apply throughout life. Cost: $20. Call for login info: 803530-6199, Katz-PhoenixRising.com.

Prenatal Yoga–w/Rachel Hall, MD, RYT-200. Prepare mind and body for labor, delivery and welcoming new life. Open to all students. Time varies each week. Cost: 1st class free, $10-$14/class packages.

Expecting Well, 130 Suber Rd, Ste D, Columbia.

Info: 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com.

Tai Chi/Qigong–10:30-11:45am–w/Suzanne Riley Whyte. Open to all; no training necessary.

Experience peace through relaxed movement. $10, Lexington Leisure Center, 108 Park Rd, Lexington.

Info: 803-760-6403, MatrxCoaching.com.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITY The Balance Institute is looking for pt/ft practitioners. We’re looking for self-starters, team members, contributors to client health and able to do community service. Email resume to TheBalanceInst@aol.com.

ROOM 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, 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 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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