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

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How Changing Your Thinking Changes Everything

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letterfrompublisher Autism, Consciousness and Cardboard Boxes …

August is back-to-school month, and with that comes unique challenges for children with autism.

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They all have been diagnosed with autism, a largely unknown and elusive condition that is very difficult to understand or even define. One of the best definitions I’ve come across is “Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex brain development disorders characterized, in varying degrees, by verbal and nonverbal communication, difficulties in social interaction and repetitive behaviors.” Moreover, there is much debate and many conflicting views revolving around the subject of autism.

Even so, the tangible impact is real, and the number of individuals and families affected by autism continues to climb precipitously. In fact, nationally it is the fastest-growing serious developmental disability. According to statistics, approximately 100 individuals are diagnosed with autism every day in the U.S., with boys nearly five times more likely to be diagnosed with it than girls. A new government survey of parents suggests that 1 in 45 children ages 3 through 17 have been diagnosed with ASD. The economic impact is tangible as well. Autism costs the nation more than $238 billion per year—a figure expected to continue to steadily rise. And, unfortunately, there is no current medical detection or cure for autism. A future cure is needed; however, the need for better comprehension, more compassion and objectivity is in high demand right now.

Hidden behind these stats and figures are the names and faces of individuals, families, caregivers, and even educators that dive deep into the mind-shaping reality of autism in all its many forms. These people work hard each and every day to mine the intellectual riches, boundless creativity and unique cognitive beauty from deep within the autistic mind. There are still challenges to be sure. In a world governed by socially accepted norms and standardized processes, many autistic individuals find it very hard to simply just “fit in” and be accepted, which can, unfortunately, result in poor self-esteem and behavioral challenges.

Autistic individuals are not strange—just different. American professor Temple Grandin stated: “The most interesting people you’ll find are ones that don’t fit into your average cardboard box. They’ll make what they need … they’ll make their own boxes.” When reflecting on autism, former Hollywood acting coach and founder and president of The Miracle Project—a creative arts project for autism students in Los Angeles—Elaine Hall, observed: “It takes a village to raise a child. It takes a child with autism to raise the consciousness of the village.”

It could be said that individuals with autism raise our collective consciousness for good by making uniquely crafted cardboard boxes of life and thinking—to our benefit and discovery. In fact, some of the most amazing people to have walked the face of the Earth, making some of the most significant social and intellectual contributions this world has known, are widely believed to have had some form of autism—more specifically, a particular form called Asperger syndrome. The list includes such esteemed individuals as Isaac Asimov, Abraham Lincoln and Mark Twain.

While the world awaits more research and treatment breakthroughs, let’s focus on learning how to love, accept and support those with autism and the beautiful “cardboard boxes” of unique personality and diverse learning they bring into the world as mosaic gifts of discovery for us all.

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Total Eclipse on the River

n Monday, August 21, from 1 to 4 p.m., Saluda Shoals Park will host its Total Eclipse on the River event.

Participants will enjoy a quiet paddle along the refreshingly cool Lower Saluda River leading to a beautiful viewing area to experience the highly anticipated solar eclipse in a very special way. Guided by an expert park ranger, this unique experience promises to be one to cherish and remember.

Special eclipse glasses and light refreshments will be provided. Attendees are encouraged to bring sunscreen and water-friendly shoes. As a note, preregistration is required. There are only 20 spots available, so act quickly!

Cost: $30. Location: Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd., Columbia.

For more information, call 803-7721228 or visit icrc.net. See ad, page 25.

ICON Wellness Opens New Doors and Expands Services

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ttention all runners! Saluda Shoals Park will host its Summer’s End Solar Run on Sunday, August 20, from 6 to 9 p.m. Organized as a fun and exciting precursor to the historic solar eclipse taking place the following day, the event highlight will be a scheduled 5K through beautiful Saluda Shoals Park. Other featured activities will include delicious local food, craft beers and live music.

All ages welcome (note: ID required for alcoholic purchases).

Proceeds generated will go to benefit the Saluda Shoals Foundation—a nonprofit organization that serves to support Saluda Shoals Park through financial support, fostering partnerships and awareness, and by supporting the park’s educational and environmental programs, including recreational activities.

Cost: $30 per person before August 6/$35 after; $5 per person for food, drink and music. Location: Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd., Columbia. For more information, call 803-772-1228 or visit icrc.net. See ad, page 25.

CON Wellness has relocated to 10 Calendar Court, in Forest Acres, Columbia. The new permanent facility is more spacious and centrally located, allowing owner Dr. Jason Williams and the ICON Wellness team to better serve both their current and prospective clients.

States Williams: “This is the perfect office for my patients. I’ve been fortunate to have patients that have stuck with me through multiple clinics now. The fact that someone would follow me to a different clinic is really amazing.”

The new facility features a fully functional workout area for both patient rehab and ICON Wellness’ effective weight-loss program, which includes expert diet plan guidance and personal training. The program also features one of the most powerful and effective lipo lasers on the market (Lapex BCS, FDA approved).

“My goal is to take on weight loss from all angles through a conservative, noninvasive format, which virtually guarantees success for those that follow protocol,” adds Williams. “The new facility will also enhance many treatment services, such as cellulite treatments (Synergy machine), microdermabrasion and massage therapy. In addition, clients can now book appointments online via the website in just a few clicks.”

For more information on the services provided by ICON Wellness and to see pictures of the new facility, call or text 803-828-4276 or visit IconChiro.com. See ad, page 24.

Crooked Creek Park Hosts Its Back-to-School Movie Night

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n Saturday, August 5, from 8:45 to 11 p.m., Crooked Creek Park will host its annual Back-to-School Movie Night featuring the Disney Pixar’s animated feature hit Finding Dory. Hosted in partnership with Chapin Baptist Church and Chapin United Methodist Church, this free event will feature great complimentary movie snacks, such as popcorn, snow cones, candy, sodas and water.

Location: Crooked Creek Park, 1098 Old Lexington Hwy., Chapin. For more information, call 803-345-6181 or visit icrc.net. See ad, page 25.

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communitynews The Eighth Annual Summer Celebration of Water Event

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oin the city of Columbia, Richland County and Lexington County for the eighth annual Summer Celebration of Water on Saturday, August 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Riverfront Park.

The water-themed festival will provide attendees with free access to kayaking, tubing, canoeing and paddle boarding on the Columbia Canal. In addition, a designated play zone will be available for kids that will feature kid-friendly water slides, fun sprinklers, splash activities and much more.

Scheduled water exhibits and related activities will highlight such topics as local watersheds, pollution prevention, water science and technology, hydrology, engineering and math, and more. These exhibits are designed to teach participants how to keep our waterways beautiful, swimmable and fishable. Attendees are encouraged to dress appropriately.

Cost: Free. Location: Riverfront Park, 312 Laurel St., Columbia. For more information and to volunteer, contact Victoria Kramer at 803-545-3227 or VLKramer@ ColumbiaSC.net. Also visit SummerCelebrationOfWater.com. See ad, page 20.

SCWF Sponsors 2017 Photo Contest

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ttention all amateur photographers! The S.C. Wildlife Federation (SCWF) is now sponsoring the 2017 annual Wildlife Photography Contest. Amateur photographers are invited to submit their best pictures capturing the beauty of South Carolina’s nature—both its natural landscapes and amazing and unique creatures. Contest categories are Carolina Critters and Scenes of South Carolina. All photographs should be unaltered and accurately reflect the subject matter and the scene as it appeared. Registration opens on Tuesday, August 15, at noon.

Entries must be images taken within the state. Captive, domestic and exotic species will not be considered. The contest is open to amateur photographers only.

SCWF employees, its board members and immediate family members are not eligible. Each photographer must submit a one-time entry fee of $15, which covers up to six contest photo entries (three per category). Entries must be postmarked no later than 5 p.m., Tuesday, October 31. The winners will be notified by the end of the year. First-, second- and third-place finishes will be awarded and published online. The first-place winner in each category will receive a $100 cash prize.

Contest photo entries must be mailed to SCWF Photography Contest, 215 Pickens Street, Columbia, 29205, or sent electronically to Photo@scwf.org.

For complete participation guidelines and additional contest details, call 803-2560670 or visit scwf.org.

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communitynews Forest Drive Dental Care Opens Its Doors at New Location

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n behalf of its staff, Forest Drive Dental Care welcomes you to its brand new office located at 3731 Forest Drive, in Columbia! States owner Dr. Joanna S. Dover: “We have added an additional side just for children and are excited for everyone to see the new facility! In addition to adding our Columbia Children’s Dentistry, we have also added the Healthy Start Program.”

Forest Drive Dental Care and Columbia Children’s Dentistry are both big on customer satisfaction and pleasing patients.

“We have fluoride-free products; no artificial flavoring choices; metal-free, nondrilled fillings; essential oil irrigants; BPA-free composites; IAOMT ‘SMART’ Mercury Amalgam Removal Protocol; zirconia implants; and more,” adds Dover.

The beautiful new facility has so much to offer. States Dover: “We are pleased that you have selected us to care for you and your family’s dental needs, and we look forward to your visit with us. We want you to know that we are always committed to providing you with the highest quality of oral health care in the most gentle, efficient and enthusiastic manner possible. As always, we pride ourselves on making dentistry a pleasant experience for all while providing the best dental treatment!”

For more information, call 803-782-8786 or visit ColumbiaDentistry.com. See ad, page 7.

he Columbia Parks and Recreation Department has partnered with the Clemson Cooperative Extension to host a series of gardening workshops designed to give participants the tools needed to start and maintain a healthy garden. On Saturday, August 26, from 10 to 11 a.m., the partnering agencies will host a workshop titled What Vegetables Grow in Fall and Winter in South Carolina. A free workshop, the session is open to both beginners and experienced gardeners.

Location: Earlewood Park Community Center, 1113 Parkside Dr., Columbia. For more information, call 803545-3100 or visit ColumbiaSC.gov/ parks-recreation/programs-activities/ community-gardens.

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he show goes on! EdVenture Children’s Museum will continue its Bloomin’ Butterflies living exhibit throughout the month of August. Parents and kids are welcome to come and explore the amazing world of the butterfly.

This 2,500-square-foot exhibit is filled with dozens of species of trees and plants to showcase the lifespan of butterflies native to South Carolina and the Southeast. Exhibit attendees can also check out the Bloom Room and observe chrysalises and emerging butterflies.

Cost: Children and adults, $11.50; seniors (62+), $10.50; military (with ID), $10.50; members and children younger than 1, free. Times: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais St., Columbia. For more information, call 803-779-3100 or visit EdVenture.org.

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t’s all about the eclipse! Saluda Shoals Park will host its Eclipse Extravaganza on Monday, August 21, from 1 to 4 p.m. Participants will enjoy games, activities and craft-making all centered around the solar eclipse taking place that day.

Attendees will receive solar eclipse glasses and one-of-a-kind special eclipse snow cones. Local NASA Solar System Ambassador Larry Metcalf will guide everyone through this rare and truly amazing event utilizing video display monitors, eclipse information and analysis, and specially prepared experiments for hands-on fun learning.

Cost: $5. Location: Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd., Columbia. For more information, call 803-772-1228 or visit icrc.net. See ad, page 25.

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ICON Wellness:

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Next-Level Service!

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iet, exercise or procedures … where to begin!? Dr. Jason Williams, affectionately known as “Dr. J,” is a Columbia native, and owner and primary doctor at ICON Wellness. States Williams: “I have a pretty extensive background in exercise, fitness and wellness, and eventually combined that with a degree in chiropractic. I believe this combination of acquired skills gives me a unique perspective on health and weight-loss strategies.” Continuing, he adds: “A medical model essentially teaches how to manage symptoms with medications, physical therapy or surgery. The chiropractic program is truly a graduate level degree, largely geared towards proper body function and diagnosis and treatment of spinal conditions. As we better understand how many of the lifestyle choices today negatively impact the body, the importance of choosing one wisely becomes abundantly clear. The best approach is one that incorporates strategies that successfully address both one’s diet and level of exercise and physical activity.” For this reason, Williams started Dynamic Weight Loss, a health and wellness entity, as a part

Dr. Jason Williams of his services portfolio.

After serving as the head chiropractor and overseeing the weight-loss program for a prominent medical/chiro clinic for a couple of years, it was a very natural transition to open his own practice in Forest Acres. “I wanted to take that model and make it as all-encompassing as possible in order to attack weight loss from every possible angle,” adds Williams. “Overall health is our objective, which means the weight will be much more likely to stay off, rather than quickly return after the program ends. The wellness program includes a top-of-the-line Lapex BCS lipo laser (FDA approved), Synergy Elite machine (FDA approved), complete diet/ supplement overview, and some mild physical exercise in our own workout area after each laser treatment. It’s like having a personal trainer, nutritionist, chiropractor and the best technology at your fingertips. Overall improvement and optimal results are the driving factors. We understand more now, have newer technologies, and we’ve seen what’s tried and true. I’m simply combining them all, which is surprisingly something I’ve not seen.”

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to diet. Some are gluten intolerant and some are not. Others work out more than 10 hours a week. Each unique situation requires a different nutritional approach to best serve each client.

“There has yet to be the creation of a one-size-fits-all long-term plan,” says Williams. “We utilize both plant-based and high-protein diet plans, and we also incorporate a small amount of essential carbs as needed. Both play an important role in creating the kind of nutritional environment that the body needs to thrive and function properly.”

How does chiropractic fit in this strategy? According to Williams, it’s pretty simple: “If the brain and spinal cord communicate to essentially control the entire body (which they do), then we can assume that one would want both to function properly. And in many cases, those with weight concerns also happen to have back problems, which can severely limit physical activity and the ability to exercise. This can be very problematic—hindering one’s progress towards optimal health and the ability to successfully achieve set health goals.

“With our newly renovated, larger space coupled with our expanded services and facility upgrades, our clients can expect to receive the best health care in a very relaxing and aesthetically stimulating environment,” Williams continues. “We also offer many other services, such as medical massage, microdermabrasion, light therapy, carpal tunnel therapy, and noninvasive knee therapies. This is just the beginning. We also plan to expand our community and network involvement and host learning sessions and workshops. I’m very excited and look forward to helping both current and new clients better achieve and maintain the best quality of life and lifestyle possible—and now, I have the facilities to do just that!”

For more information and to schedule an appointment, call Dr. Jason Williams at 803-828-4276 or visit IconChiro. com. See ad, page 24.

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

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Accepted Misfits

Ugly Produce Gains Status Due to customer requests and petitions, more stores are beginning to stock the one in five pieces of produce that never made the cut before due to quirky shapes or other blemishes. Often, these are displayed next to their better-looking, more expensive counterparts to give consumers an eco-friendly choice. The 133 billion pounds worth of misshapen or scarred fruits and vegetables annually plowed under, buried in a landfill or fed to livestock is sharply at odds with the reality that 48 million Americans face food insecurity.

Whole Foods Market created a pilot program in some of its California stores, testing sales in April 2016 with Imperfect Produce (ImperfectProduce. com), a service that delivers to homes. Walmart brought weather-blemished apples to 300 of its Florida stores to kick off their imperfect role in the movement. Five Pittsburgh Giant Eagle stores call their program Produce with Personality, and focus on navel oranges, russet potatoes, peppers and apples. Fourteen Hannaford stores in Albany, New York, offer the Misfits line, while donating unsold produce to local nonprofits. Hy-Vee’s 242 stores, located in eight central states, rolled out the Misfits last December.

For more information, visit EndFoodWaste.org.

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Tiny Robots Seen as Tech Fix for Reduced Bee Population Harvard University researchers led by engineering professor Robert Wood have introduced the first RoboBees—bee-sized robots that can ascend and hover in midair while tethered to a power supply.

The project is a breakthrough in the field of micro-aerial vehicles. It has previously been impossible to pack all the components onto such a tiny workable robot framework and keep it lightweight enough to fly. The researchers believe that within 10 years, RoboBees could artificially pollinate a field of crops, a critical development if the commercial pollination industry cannot recover from the severe bee losses of the past decade.

Source: Science

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Tea Time

Citizen Scientists Needed for Carbon Storage Experiment Australian scientists have launched a project to bury tens of thousands of teabags in wetlands around the world to discover how efficient different kinds of wetlands are at capturing and storing carbon dioxide.

Already, more than 500 citizen scientists are involved on every continent but Antarctica. The bags will be monitored over a threeyear period, and then dug up and measured at intervals of three months, six months and each year after that.

Wetlands are important for carbon capture and storage, a process known as carbon sequestration, holding up to 50 times as much carbon as a comparable area in a rainforest; some are better than others. There are hundreds of thousands of wetlands around the world, and a standardized technique for monitoring the carbon sink is needed for accurate comparison—but monitoring devices can be expensive to install.

Faster decay of the tea inside the bag means more carbon is being released into the atmosphere, while a slower rate means the soil is holding the carbon. Once researchers can establish which wetlands are most effective at carbon sequestration, work can begin on protecting and restoring them, and ensuring they are not disrupted.

Volunteers that contact BlueCarbonLab.org will receive a kit containing teabags and information on how to bury them.

Nature Rights

Orca Finale

Sea Mammals Freed from Showtime The California Orca Responsibility and Care Advancement Act, sponsored by Congressman Adam Schiff, is aimed to end the famous SeaWorld orca shows. “It means no more wild capture, no more breeding. We would essentially phase out the captive orcas that are currently in these water parks,” says Schiff.

This means that SeaWorld must end their Shamu shows by the end of this year. However, the animals already at the San Diego park will continue to live there. Parks in Orlando and San Antonio will end their shows by 2019.

Under pressure from activists and faced with declining ticket sales, SeaWorld is now moving to end its theatrical orca shows and breeding program. They announced the unveiling of a new attraction this summer, Orca Encounter, as an educational experience.

Gabriela Cowperthwaite, director of the documentary film Blackfish, says that the new show is designed to make the audience feel better, not the animals. “The trainers aren’t safe, and the whales aren’t happy,” she states. “They’re still just doing manic circles around concrete swimming pools.” The company is developing its first SeaWorld park without orcas in the Middle-Eastern country of Abu Dhabi.

This year, the Whanganui River, in New Zealand, became the first in the world to be granted the same legal rights as a person.

Equally vital, a court in northern India has given the sacred Ganges and Yamuna rivers, as well as several glaciers, the legal status of “living human entities” to help in the preservation and conservation of the country’s highly polluted waterways, thus allowing polluters to be sued.

These decisions are variants of “rights of nature” measures that date back to the 1970s. More than three dozen U.S. localities have ordinances ascribing varying types of rights to nature or to specific natural objects.

In America, rights of nature activism usually takes the form of ballot initiatives that emerge to contest the power of corporations wherever local natural resources are seen as being threatened. The first such ordinance was passed in 2006, when Tamaqua Borough, in Pennsylvania, sought to protect the town’s drinking water from the nearby dumping of sewage sludge.

More recently, an ordinance from the Boulder (Colorado) County Protectors, with assistance from the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund, asserting the “right to a healthy climate,” was recognized as a federal constitutional right by Judge Ann Aiken, of the U.S. District Court in Oregon.

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Waterways Granted Personhood

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study from the University of Washington, in Seattle, tested the relationship of immune system functioning to lack of adequate sleep. To rule out genetic factors, which experts say account for 31 to 55 percent of individual sleep patterns, researchers tested blood samples from 11 pairs of adult identical twins (genetic matches) with differing sleep habits.

They found that the immune system was depressed in the twin that slept less.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Americans are sleeping 1.5 to two hours less than they did 100 years ago, and more than 30 percent of working people average fewer than six hours a night.

Dr. Nathanial Watson, lead author and co-director of the university’s Sleep Medicine Center at Harborview Medical Center, observes, “Seven or more hours of sleep is recommended for optimal health.”

Massage Relieves Chronic Back Pain

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esearchers from Indiana University-Purdue University, in Indianapolis, set out to find out if massage therapy—typically an out-of-pocket expense not covered under most insurance plans—can provide effective treatment for individuals suffering with chronic back pain.

The study followed 76 primary care patients with chronic back pain for 24 weeks. The researchers measured pain, disability and quality of life at the beginning of the study, after 12 weeks and again after 24 weeks of massage therapy. Each patient was referred to a licensed massage therapist for 10 no-cost sessions in a real-world environment during the initial 12 weeks.

More than half of the patients that completed the core study reported clinically meaningful improvements for physical and mental measures. For bodily pain, 40 percent were clinically improved. Older adults and Baby Boomers reported the highest percentage of changes. Plus, the study found that sufferers that avoided taking painkillers were twice as likely to experience reduced pain than those using opioids.

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Sufficient Sleep Supports Immunity

Meditating Raises Spirits More than a Vacation

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cientists from the University of California at San Francisco, and Harvard Medical School, in Boston, tested the effect of vacations and meditation on the genes of 64 women between the ages of 30 and 60 that were novice meditators. They all spent six days at the same resort in California. Half participated in a meditation program that included yoga, self-reflection exercises and mantra meditation; the other half did not engage in onsite meditation. The researchers also studied a group of 30 experienced meditators already participating in the resort’s meditation program.

Blood sample tests and surveys from all 94 women were conducted at intervals: once right before their stay, once right after, a third one month post-vacation and then 10 months after the trip. All the women displayed significant changes to their molecular network pattern after the six days, with the most substantial genetic changes related to immune function and stress response.

One month after the resort experience, all groups continued to display improvements. However, the novice meditators showed fewer symptoms of depression and stress for a significantly longer period than the women not participating in the meditation exercise.

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The Truth About

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DRINKS, SUGAR AND YOUR TEETH

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illions of Americans consume soft drinks daily. In fact, the average consumption is 2.6 cans of soda a day, with the largest group of soft drink consumers being millennials 18 to 34 years old. According to recent studies, 56 percent of millennials consume soda drinks daily. What about teens? Amazingly, soft drink consumption among teens has doubled over the last 20 years. Sports and energy drinks have also become extremely popular.

In fact, according to researchers, nearly half of all teens and young adults in the U.S. drink at least one energy or sports drink a day. These drinks may taste great but can present serious health issues due to the tremendous amount of sugar many of them contain.

It’s no secret that the consumption of sugar, especially in excess, can be very problematic to one’s health. Studies reveal that diets high in added sugar— particularly liquid sugar—can result in an increased risk of metabolic syndrome and in higher rates of Type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease, insulin resistance and cardiovascular difficulties. Further

research indicates that high-fructose corn syrup is a direct contributor to increased body fat, which can lead to obesity.

Sugar consumption can also reap havoc on one’s teeth. Soft drink consumption is one of the most serious detractors to good dental health—greatly accelerating the rate of tooth decay.

A 12-ounce soda can contain as much as 40 grams of sugar. Moreover, many soda brands also contain high levels of phosphorus, which can deplete calcium from the bones. Dr. Elson Haas, author of The Detox Diet, states: “Tooth loss, periodontal disease, and gingivitis can be problems, especially with a high phosphorus intake, particularly from soft drinks.”

Sodas are also incredibly acidic, which can cause damage to tooth enamel. In fact, the pH (measure of acidity) of battery acid is similar to the pH of many sodas. Many energy and sports drinks are also problematic—great-

ly increasing the risk of tooth enamel damage and cavities. “The big misconception is that energy drinks and sports drinks are healthier than soda for oral health,” says researcher Poonam Jain, BDS, MPH, associate professor and director of community dentistry at the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine. Jain and her team tested 13 sports drinks and nine energy drinks for acidity and the effect on tooth enamel. Testing revealed that both caused damage; however, energy drinks proved to be the most harmful of the two. And, despite popular belief, damaged tooth enamel cannot be fixed by simply brushing with toothpaste and rinsing.

So, the question becomes: How does one protect and maintain his or her teeth, and even the teeth of children, in the face of this mounting evidence of an ever-increasing problem? According to Jain, there are some action steps that can be taken to fight back. Diluting drinks with water before consumption is a great idea. In addition, rinsing the mouth out with water and waiting 30 minutes to brush the teeth is very helpful. By brushing immediately after consuming one of these drinks, the acid is literally “brushed” into the teeth’s enamel and soft roots, which can result in root erosion and thinning enamel. And, of course, practicing good overall dental hygiene and making wiser, more health-conscious product and brand purchases is always the way to go. It’s back-to-school time, so make sure to pack those lunch bags with “dental-friendly” food and drink options. There are many healthy, natural and organic snacks and beverages to choose from that are much more nutritious and taste great. Just do the research!

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How Changing Your Thinking Changes Everything

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or 40 years, Social Psychologist Ellen Langer has conducted pioneering research on the power of our minds to shape health and well-being.

Langer’s work demonstrates that changing what we think and believe can transform not only our experiences, but also our bodies—a once-radical idea now common among neuroscientists. Her unconventional experiments often involve mind tricks: taking elders’ subjective thoughts back 20 years to reverse objective metrics of aging; fostering weight loss in a group of hotel maids by simply suggesting that their jobs qualify as exercise; and even changing blood sugar levels in diabetics by speeding up or slowing down perceived time during a video game session.

Affectionately dubbed the “Mother of Mindfulness”, Langer was the first female professor to earn tenure in Harvard University’s psychology department. A prolific writer and scientist, she has authored more than 200 related articles and 11 books, including Mindfulness; The Power of Mindful Learning; On Becoming an Artist: Reinventing Yourself Through Mindful Creativity; and Counterclockwise: Mindful Health and the Power of Possibility. Langer lives, paints, works and observes the world

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from Cambridge, Massachusetts. Learn more at EllenLanger.com.

What is mindful learning, and how can we best practice it?

All learning is mindful; the only way to learn is by noticing new things.

When we stop observing and get into our heads, wondering if that answer was right or if we responded quickly enough, we exit learning mode and enter mindlessness, where no learning can really take place.

Part of what makes travel exciting, for example, is that we are primed to experience new things and pay attention to them, but actually, newness surrounds us at all times, no matter where we are. What makes us mindless is the mistaken notion of already knowing, when everything is always changing.

What techniques, with or without meditation, can we adopt to change our mindset and mental habits to reduce stress and increase health and happiness?

Most mindlessness occurs by default, rather than design. If we all realized that through mindfulness we could look better, feel better, be better received and do better things—all claims that are supported by scientific research—it

wouldn’t be hard to choose.

Meditation is essentially a tool to lead you to the simple act of intentional noticing, but many routes lead to that destination. One way to learn mindfully is to learn conditionally; to see the world as “it would seem that” and “could be”, which is very different than “it is.”

If we recognized that evaluations occur in our heads rather than the external world, much of our stress would dissipate. Negativity and stress are typically a result of mindless ruminations about negative things we think are inevitable. If we simply ask ourselves why the dreaded event might not occur, we’d be less stressed. Next, if we ask ourselves how it may actually be a good thing if it does happen, again stress would diminish.

How do the mental constructs we attach to our experiences affect outcomes of health and well-being?

Mental constructs are positions we consider as accepted certainties.

When a physician makes a diagnosis, most people take it as a certainty and behave accordingly. Assuming that pain, decline or failure is inevitable can cause an individual to give up hope of complete recovery. But science only suggests probabilities, and if we understand this, we’ll go to work on a solution.

We have a tremendous amount of control over our health that goes untapped. Placebos are today’s strongest medications demonstrating this fact.

Initially, placebos were frowned upon by the pharmaceutical industry because a drug couldn’t be brought to market if a placebo was just as effective. When someone gives you a pill and you get better not because of the pill, but because of your beliefs about it, you realize that what stands in the way of healing is your own mindset.

sized breast cancer disappeared, a fact the medical world could not explain. Since then, my own prognosis related to a smashed ankle from a Beth Israel teaching hospital physician with the Harvard Medical School, stating that I would always walk with a limp and never play tennis again, has been completely overturned.

My mission coming out of these two experiences is to determine how we can apply our mental capacities to increase control of our health and well-being.

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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ust recently, the Columbia City Council unanimously approved a resolution establishing a community-wide goal of transitioning to 100 percent clean and renewable energy by 2036. States Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin: “It’s up to us as leaders to creatively implement clean energy solutions for our cities across the nation.” Benjamin goes on to say: “It’s not merely an option now; it’s imperative.

Cities, citizens and businesses can create new green economy jobs and can lead the transition away from fossil fuels to 100 percent clean and renewable energy. Columbia is taking action.”

With this important step taken, Columbia becomes the first city or town in South Carolina and the 36th city in the U.S. to commit to 100 percent renewable energy. Mayor Benjamin is a co-chair of the Mayors for 100% Clean Energy initiative. He also introduced a landmark resolution to the U.S. Conference of Mayors that would formally establish support from the nation’s mayors for the goal of 100 percent renewable energy in cities nationwide.

Adds chair of the Sierra Club’s S.C. chapter Chris Hall: “By transitioning to 100 percent renewable energy, Columbia is charting the course for cities across the country to move away from fossil fuels to cleaner, more affordable sources of energy, like wind and solar.” For more information, contact Shane Levy at Shane.Levy@SierraClub.org.

Kudos to the Columbia City Council and Mayor Benjamin!

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Launches State’s First Airfield Solar Farm

he Columbia Metropolitan Airport is the first airport in S.C. to launch an airfield solar farm. Partnering with ConEdison Solutions, the farm is constructed on 5 acres of land between two of the airport’s active runways. The program is part of the airport’s $60 million capital improvement project, which extends through 2018. The solar project is made possible through the South Carolina Electric and Gas (SCE&G) Bill Credit Agreement Program. SCE&G will issue a monthly bill credit to the airport at a predefined fixed rate. The bill credit process is expected to produce approximately $250,000 in annual bill credits for the airport over a 10-year term. The solar farm is ConEdison Clean Energy Business’ first solar project in South Carolina and second project at a major airport. The revenue generated from the upgrades will go toward keeping costs down for passengers and possibly attracting a low-cost airline such as Southwest or JetBlue.

Kudos to the Columbia Metropolitan Airport and ConEdison Solutions!

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he Art of Dentistry, located at 7505 St. Andrews Road, in Irmo, has kicked into high gear when it comes to sustainable green energy with the addition of solar panels.

Installed by Palmetto SolarPros, the panels not only help provide the energy needed for daily operations but also produce financial savings through an incentive program sponsored by South Carolina Electric & Gas (SCE&G). Since installation in April, the solar panels have made a significant financial impact. As a part of the program, businesses and individuals are eligible to receive both state and federal income tax credits. Amazingly, the Art of Dentistry is generating more energy than it is currently using—resulting in an SCE&G earned energy credit of $400 to date. The installed panels produce approximately 200-260 kilowatts of energy per day.

Taking it a step further, business owner Dr. Gregory J. Wych had the solar panels partially installed on reclaimed land that was deemed unusable—a great move indeed. Adds Wych: “It just made perfect sense as a ‘win-win.’ With the installation of the solar panels, we have the opportunity to demonstrate our active support for environmental stewardship and renewable energy in a real and tangible way while simultaneously receiving a financial dividend through credited savings. In addition, our patients also seem to greatly appreciate our efforts and love to gaze at the panels.”

Kudos to Dr. Wych and the entire Art of Dentistry professional staff!

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powerful lifestyle changes and access to the building blocks of basic health.”

Mydlach-Bero made her remarkable recovery from rare and unrelated aggressive Stage 4 inflammatory breast cancer and a high-grade tumor in her head and neck. To tell her story, the resident of Delafield, Wisconsin, relied on her 18 journals as a surrogate memory to chronicle a 10-year journey of courageous exploration, self-evolution, self-advocacy and self-transformation that connected her with her healing potential.

Then the mother of two young daughters, Mydlach-Bero rejected a 21-month prognosis in 2005, along with the notion that disease and medicine would determine her fate. Defying the odds, she applied what she learned

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ictorious warriors against cancer are speaking to other patients about their journeys of recovery and healing. Two who regularly speak to physicians, as well, are Glenn Sabin, author of n of 1: One Man’s Harvard-documented Remission of Incurable Cancer Using Only Natural Methods, and Kathy Mydlach-Bero, author of EAT: An Unconventional Decade in the Life of a Cancer Patient. Their stories demonstrate the healing effectiveness of healthy lifestyle measures still widely categorized as prevention.

Whole Life Triumphs

Determined to become free of the chronic lymphocytic leukemia that had defined his life for 20 years, Sabin, who lives near Washington, D.C., appointed himself the subject of his own research experiment. He subsequently became a poster child for the remedial synergy of biological individuality, a whole systems approach to integrative oncology and self-induced healing through lifestyle and

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supplement interventions. Sabin now dedicates his business development firm, FON Consulting, to advancing integrative medicine as the new standard of care. His mission is to open minds to the idea that knowledge, empowerment and self-efficacy are our best allies against a life-limiting diagnosis, and we can do much to help the healing process.

Writing to Joe Biden regarding the vice president’s Cancer Moonshot initiative, he candidly describes America’s present cancer-friendly environment.

“The public has become conditioned to existing in a broken food chain that remains in disrepair due to misguided farming subsidies [and] untested or otherwise questionable chemicals (many of which are banned in other countries) that are present in the water we drink, the air we breathe, food we consume and products we use. Current therapies or those in the drug pipeline won’t improve the 50/50 odds of developing cancer. What will have the greatest impact are consumer education toward

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from research regarding Avastin, a pharmaceutical created to combat harmful growth of new blood cells, and the benefits of growing and eating foods containing angiogenesis-inhibiting compounds that oppose such growth and so work to prevent, improve and avert recurrences of chronic disease.

“Cancer hijacks the angiogenesis process triggered by inflammation and keeps it permanently activated to ensure that cancerous cells receive a dedicated, uninterrupted blood supply,” explains Mydlach-Bero.

For three years, she largely consumed only items from the list of angiogenesis-inhibiting foods now posted at KathyMydlachBero.com/food-research.

These include green tea, strawberries, blackberries, red tart cherries, raspberries, blueberries, apples, grapefruit, lemons, tomatoes, cinnamon, purple potatoes, kale, grape seed oil and pomegranate. In 2008, she completely replaced both the drugs to combat the side effects of chemo and radiation and

a long-term medication for preventing recurrence with healthful foods.

Her physicians were admittedly uncomfortable with her decision to combine chemotherapy and radiation treatments with “food as medicine”, reiki, prayer, meditation, mindfulness and supplement intervention. But that didn’t deter her. To awaken others to the practicality of food as medicine, she founded NuGenesis Farm, in Pewaukee, a nonprofit modeled after her home practice.

Prevention is Paramount

Pioneering physicians and researchers agree with Sabin and Myldach-Bero that comprehensive prevention, the key to solving the cancer epidemic, is missing from conventional medicine. Leading voices include Dr. Andrew Weil, founder and director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine at the College of Medicine, University of Arizona (AzCIM), in Tucson; Dr. Carlos M. Garcia, founder of Utopia Wellness, near Tampa, Florida; advocate Susan Silberstein, Ph.D., founder of BeatCancer.org, in Richboro, Pennsylvania; and Ajay Goel, Ph.D., director of the Center for Epigenetics, Cancer Prevention and Cancer Genomics at Baylor University Medical Center’s Research Institute, in Dallas.

Weil pioneered the earliest efforts to develop a comprehensive curriculum in evidence-based

integrative medicine and the field of integrative oncology. “We’ve known for nearly 15 years that inflammation is the root cause of many chronic diseases. Since 2012 scientific evidence has proven that a healthy lifestyle and an anti-inflammatory diet can influence various cancers,” says Weil.

His curriculum for health professionals and the general public was the first to cite the role of a nutrient-rich, anti-inflammatory diet in cancer prevention and treatment. “Health professionals graduate armed with a better understanding of the complex interactions between cancer, gut microbiome and nutrition,” advises Weil, whose paradigm inspires his chain of True Food Kitchen restaurants.

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by Weil and Dr. Donald I. Abrams, an integrative oncologist, is mandatory reading for AzCIM students that learn to use complementary interventions in prevention and conventional cancer care. Subjects such as antioxidants, cannabinoids, energy medicine, mindbody medicine, music and expressive art therapies are covered, as well as naturopathic oncology, plus the roles

that community and spirituality play in prevention and treatment.

Goel’s 20-year career in cancer prevention research has produced a wealth of related articles. Among his findings, he advises, “Curcumin, a yellow compound extracted from turmeric, has become a gold standard for prevention and the natural treatment of many chronic health conditions, including colon cancer. It targets cancer stem cells, disrupts cancer cell communication, triggers cancer cell death and helps to prevent cancerous mutations to cells. It’s also been shown to improve the efficacy of conventional treatments including fewer adverse effects.” He recommends only taking turmeric products with BCM-95 percent active curcuminoids.

Customized Protocols

Considering each individual’s biological individuality as a Petri dish, Garcia’s studies help achieve an anti-cancer life.

He advises, “There is no ‘one size fits all’ medical protocol box for cancer treatment. Customized modifications to lifestyle and diet are required because food nutrients directly impact the mechanisms by which cancer cells grow and spread. The right nutrition can reverse a compromised immune system, which research shows is a major contributor to the development of cancer.”

Whether for improvement or prevention, Garcia’s patient protocols always begin with a comprehensive evaluation appointment to learn about

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We’ve known for nearly 15 years that inflammation is the root cause of many chronic diseases. ~Andrew Weil the individual he is treating. For cancer patients, his two-phase, eight-week program involves immune-enhancing therapies followed by immunotherapy aimed to de-cloak the camouflaged protein coating of wily cancer cells so the body’s immune system can identify and destroy them.

Mind/Body Detox

To maintain good health, Judy Seeger, a doctor of naturopathy near Fort Lauderdale, Florida, recommends a regular detoxification regimen to cleanse environmental and product toxins and toxic emotions. Through experience, she has learned that individuals living with cancer need to substantially support their abnormally functioning elimination system to rid it of dead proteins from destroyed cancer cells and chemotherapy drugs that are overtaxing the immune system.

“Clearing out toxic, stressful emotions that produce acid, weaken the immune system and create an environment for cancer to propagate

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is essential,” says Seeger. “Fulfilling the body’s requirement for an ongoing healthy nutritional plan that maintains a healing alkaline environment reduces both the risk of a cancer as well as recurrence.” She has observed that when an individual’s healing process has stalled despite their doing all the right things to improve their biochemistry, it’s frequently because they haven’t done an emotional detox and lack feeling a spiritual connection to something larger than themselves.

Silberstein categorizes cancer as epidemic. She speaks regularly regarding preventing cancer and its recurrence at medical and nursing schools, continuing oncology nursing education programs and universities. “What is needed more than new treatment research is public education regarding the true causes of cancer and con-

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tinuing education credits in lifestyle training for medical professionals,” she says. Silberstein’s nonprofit organization provides online holistic cancer coach training for health professionals as well as research-based education and counseling on how to prevent, cope with and beat cancer through immune-boosting holistic approaches.

The list of books authored by cancer survivors continues to grow, offering helpful insight into how individuals are negotiating the challenges of their healing journey. Two recent books, Surviving the Storm: A Workbook for Telling Your Cancer Story, by Psychotherapist Cheryl Krauter, and Cancer Survivorship Coping Tools: We’ll Get You Through This, by Barbara Tako, are particularly helpful regarding the onslaught of toxic feelings and emotions that stress the mind and body—fear, anger, isolation, anxiety, depression and uncertainty, as well as loss and grief. Emphasizing the need for individuals diagnosed with cancer to tell their stories, the authors encourage keeping a journal. The act of getting thoughts and experiences out of the mind and onto paper supports emotional cleansing.

“It’s important to share the real story of the emotional storm that is cancer, as well as the ravages of its treatments and invisible, but lingering

side effects; to tell the tale of the cancer survivor who is moving from patient to person; and to explore and discover who you are after having faced down your mortality,” Krauter counsels.

Changed Paradigm

Results of the Human Genome Project, as well as the work of Bruce Lipton, Ph.D., stem cell biologist and author of The Biology of Belief, and other epigenetic researchers support the point that “environmental signals” that directly affect our DNA expression include our thoughts, emotions, belief system, exposure to sunlight, exercise and everything we put into our body.

Such new science shatters the idea that we are victims of our genes and environment. It shines light on the fact that we have tremendous power to shape and direct our own physical health. Our entire lifestyle is pivotal.

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EATING FRUIT LOWERS CARDIAC RISK Scientists from the University of Oxford and the Chinese Medical Academy studied 500,000 healthy adults in China for seven years, tracking medical records of illnesses and deaths. They found that a 100-gram serving of fruit per day (primarily apples and oranges) reduces the risk of dying from a heart attack or stroke by onethird. natural awakenings

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FEAST IN THE FIELDS

The Rise of Pop-Up Organic Dining

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August 05, 2017 Celebrate the great local flavor of the tomato with old time fun at Columbia's premier summer festival.

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he flip side of enjoying farm to table is taking the table to the farm. Socalled “pop-up feasts” are booming at farms throughout the country during growing and harvest seasons. While the format varies, dinners are typically hosted on working rural or urban farms, last about three hours and include aperitifs and a tour before the meal. Wine pairings or beer tastings and live music may be among the enticing activities offered.

Gabriele Marewski, owner of Paradise Farms, near Miami, Florida, was a pioneering forerunner of the trend. For 10 years prior to retirement, she hosted more than 50 chefs, served thousands of guests an organic Dinner in Paradise and raised more than $50,000 for area charities. Periodic onsite dinners continue (ParadiseFarms.net).

“Many chefs are active in farm-totable dinners on the West Coast. We also see participation among wineries, orchards, cheese makers and breweries,” says A.K. Crump, CEO of TasteTV, in San Francisco, which also supervises PopUpRestaurants.com. “People like to meet the meal maker and know more

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about the origin of what they eat.”

“I started Dinner on the Farm nine years ago to create unique experiences that connect people to the places their food is grown and the people that grow them,” says Monica Walch, whose popup dinners are served picnic-style for friends and families that bring their own tableware. Her company’s Midwest events, usually offered on Minnesota and Wisconsin farms, always feature local chefs, food ingredients and breweries (DinnerOnTheFarm.com).

“There’s nothing like being comfortably seated in the field where your food is growing and having the opportunity to enjoy it just hours after it’s been picked. Then, add in one-on-one conversations with your chef, brewer and farmer, as well as like-minded community members,” observes Walch, who grew up on an organic dairy farm in Minnesota.

Setting the bar for high-end, white tablecloth, adults-only communal events, Outstanding in the Field tours the country to offer a taste of fresh, local cuisine prepared by top region-

MooGrass Band performance at Dinner on the Farm event at Sandhill Family Farms, in Brodhead, Wisconsin. al chefs. They’re known for serving meals on long tables set up in fields on prairie ranches, in olive groves or fruit orchards, as well as at urban rooftop farms or near vegetable row crops.

“Our mission is to get folks out to the farm and honor the people whose good work brings nourishment to the table,” says organization founder and chef/artist Jim Denevan. More than 90, five-hour events that include appetizers and a guided farm tour are being held all the way through November in more than a dozen states (see OutstandingInTheField.com).

“Some of our most popular events feature farmers of the sea, and are set alongside the ocean or other bodies of water,” adds Lisa Supple, publicist for the company. “They feature local fisher people and oyster and abalone farmers.”

“Epicurean San Diego offers popup farm dinner events at Dickinson Farm, in National City, California,” explains owner Stephanie Parker (Epicurean SanDiego.com). “We strive to completely source our produce from the farm.” The veteran-owned, certified organic Dickinson Farm features heirloom fruits, veg-

etables and herbs grown on a large city lot. “We have focused on urban farms to inspire more people to grow their own food and to show that you don’t have to live on a huge piece of property in the countryside,” Parker notes.

Some pop-up feasts are managed directly by local farmers in partnership with lead chefs. Others serve as annual fundraising events, like The Foodshed Alliance’s Farm to Fork Dinner and Wine Tasting, now in its seventh year (Tinyurl.com/Foodshed-AllianceFarm2Fork). It’s held at the Alba Vineyard, in Milford, New Jersey, which practices

renewable viticulture.

“We already have eight chefs lined up to prepare an eight-course, locally sourced, wine-pairing dinner served among the vines,” explains Kendrya Close, executive director of the alliance. Expert winemakers select each course’s pairing.

“We’re proud to be the hardworking roadies that set the stage for America’s rock star farmers,” says Denevan.

City Roots: Columbia’s Local Farm Hosts Monthly Farm-to-Table Events, Other Catered Events and Venue Rentals Weekly Farmers’ Market, Thursdays, 4-7pm 1005 Airport Blvd, Columbia Info: 803-254-2302, CityRoots.org Pizza on the Farm event at Dream Acres, served by a waiter on stilts, in Rogers, Minnesota.

John Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist, co-authors of ECOpreneuring and Farmstead Chef, operate the Inn Serendipity, in Browntown, WI.

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Get a Good Night’s Sleep Five Solutions for Sleep Apnea

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n estimated 18 million people in the U.S. suffer from some form of sleep apnea. From the Greek expression for “want of breath,” sleep apnea causes cessation of breathing during the night. Bouts usually last from 10 to 30 seconds and can occur from just a few times to several hundred.

The main cause is the throat muscles becoming too relaxed during sleep and constricting the airway.

Two out of four people with the condition do not even realize they are sleep deprived due to apnea, and thus are at greater risk of suffering from both short-term ailments such as migraines or extreme fatigue, and long-term effects that include stroke and heart disease.

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Lose Weight via Diet and Exercise Most people find the problem clears up or is greatly improved when they lose weight. One of the easiest and healthiest ways is eating only fruit from morning until noon, and then eating healthy, nutritious meals for lunch and dinner. Avoid processed, sugar-laden and deep-fried foods.

Exercise at least four times a week.

Doing moderate exercise for just 40 minutes has been shown to significantly reduce sleep apnea (Sleep journal). Use a

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medicine ball to follow a trainer tutorial at Tinyurl.com/25-MinMedicineBallWorkout.

A mini-trampoline also offers a safe and effective workout. A brisk 20-to-30-minute daily walk is a must for better sleep.

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Sleep on Either Side Lying on the back encourages throat muscles to close up and the tongue to fall toward the back of the throat. Shifting onto one side reduces this discomfort and potential apnea episodes. Using one pillow beneath the head allows the neck to rest at a more natural angle, rather than pushing the chin toward the chest, which restricts the airway.

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Vitamins D and C Almost everyone is deficient in vitamin D, even many in sunny regions, reports Dr. Joseph Mercola in his report, The Amazing Wonder Nutrient.

Wisely managed sun exposure supplies vitamin D—no more than 20 minutes a day, 10 minutes on each side—without suntan lotion. Alternatively, a high-dose of a quality vitamin D supplement measuring 5,000 international units is adequate, but always take it along with vitamin K2, which helps the body process calcium properly to avoid overdose problems.

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Magnesium, the Master Mineral From 70 to 80 percent of mankind is deficient in magnesium, which has been connected with prevention of degenerative diseases and mental health and is often the missing mineral in an individual’s wellness equation, according to Enviromedica’s Ancient Minerals.

It also regulates muscle function, including those in the upper throat involved with apnea. Organic foods and farmers’ market offerings may have higher levels of magnesium, especially those packed with green chlorophyll.

Liquid chlorophyll is available in most health stores. Start by drinking one glass (250 milliliters) per day for a week, and then take two tablespoons daily. Spinach, chard, pumpkin seeds, yogurt, kefir, almonds, black beans, avocados, figs, bananas and dark chocolate (avoid brands with white sugar) are good sources.

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Helpful Natural Medicines n Just before bedtime, consume one teaspoon of olive oil (or organic honey) combined with three drops of lavender essential oil. n Supplement with serotonin precursor 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan), which complements magnesium. n One of the best pure sources of omega-3—a top remedy for sleep apnea by protecting cells from stress—is krill oil (Alternative Medicine Review).

Sleep apnea causes long-term oxidative stress and puts severe demands on the body, which is thought to deplete omega-3 levels.

Lloyd Jenkins is a certified naturopath native to Canada and owner of the Budwig Cancer Clinic, in Malaga, Spain.

He’s the author of seven books and many articles on treating common diseases using natural therapies.

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he right natural pillow is a key component to restful sleep. In fact, pillow comfort and support are as critical to good sleep as the proper mattress.

According to the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) (SleepFoundation.org), 91 percent of Americans say that a good pillow is key to their sleep quality.

Investing in a high-quality, supportive pillow can be transformative, both personally and professionally. The RAND Corporation calculates that poor sleep among U.S. workers annually costs the U.S. economy some $411 billion.

Replace old, worn-out pillows.

Pillows can harbor dust mites and their excrement, dead skin cells and bacteria that can exacerbate allergy symptoms. If a pillow is clumping, losing support or yellowing, replace it, says Michelle Fishberg, co-founder of sleep wellness company Slumbr (Slumbr.com).

“Quality, properly sourced, down and feather pillows can be comfortable for those that like classic, soft pillows.

Buckwheat and natural latex pillows each have unique qualities promoting better sleep. Buckwheat is therapeutic for back pain, all-natural and hypoallergenic, and reduces snoring for some,” advises Fishberg.

Pillow care. The NSF suggests using pillow as well as mattress protectors; PureCare mattress (PureCare.com) is their official source including a range of down pillows and its MiteTight protector. Organic cotton covers are kind to people and the planet.

Slumbr.com likewise advises using a protective cover to extend pillow life.

Don’t dry clean pillows, because chemicals and heat can do damage. A down pillow can be washed, but it’s best to have it professionally cleaned by a down specialist every three to four years. Or wash them at home no more than twice a year on the delicate cycle, alone in a large or commercial washing machine, to avoid breaking down the down’s natural oils and structure. Latex pillows can be occasionally hand-washed with mild detergent and air-dried flat. Don’t wash buckwheat pillows—if the hulls get wet, pour them into a fine mesh bag and air-dry them in the sun.

NATURAL SOUNDS SOOTHE THE BRAIN

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Our body does not store vitamin C, so we need at least 2,000 milligrams daily to maintain good health. A study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine found that vitamin C can reduce damage caused by sleep apnea. High-content foods include bell peppers, dark leafy greens, kiwi fruit, broccoli, berries, citrus fruits, tomatoes, peas and papayas.

Sussex University researchers in the UK tested the brain activity of 17 healthy subjects as they listened to a series of soundscapes from either natural or artificial environments. Brain scans and questionnaires found that natural sounds led to relaxation and positive feedback, while artificial sounds activated stress and anxiety-related brain activity. natural awakenings

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TAKE A HIKE Escape into Nature with a Day Trip

by Marlaina Donato

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o many, hiking means long-distance treks through forests or backpacking remote terrain. “In reality, it’s more about getting out into green areas close to home,” says Wesley Trimble, of the American Hiking Society. “It’s about immersion in nature.”

Day hiking can be easily tailored to personal preferences and interests. “Excellent apps and websites list and describe trails in your area or community. We have a database on our site that’s helpful,” says Trimble (AmericanHiking.org).

He’s personally high on old rail lines that have been converted to wide, accessible paths (RailsToTrails.us).

A Trail for Everyone Whatever our location, age or fitness level, a hike can provide opportunities for calming solitude or connecting with people we care about. Individuals with disabilities can also get outdoors at accommodating trails such as those at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, in Delaware. There’s always something to be learned in identifying wildlife and plants.

“Families can enjoy time walking outdoors together in ways impossible in other settings,” observes Verna Gates, founder of Fresh Air Family, a Birmingham, Alabama, outdoor activities educational foundation. “Nature aids in well-being in many ways.” She points to studies cited at NatureAndForestTherapy. org/the-science.html that reveal how trees emit enzymes into the air that help improve our emotional and physical health. “When I lost a child, the only place I found solace was in nature. Sitting in a patch of wildflowers truly brought me back to living,” recalls Gates.

Explorers’ Heaven Following a lovely trail, much like inspired cooking, is as intriguing and delightful as we wish it to be. From wildflower paths to wine country trails, the great outdoors

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but such trails also offer sections ideal for day hikes.

Geomagnetic points in Arizona’s vortex region or America’s Stonehenge, in New Hampshire, afford unusual destinations.

The wonders of California’s Sonoma County include Planet Walk, a scale model path that illustrates our solar system. The Crater of Diamonds State Park, in Arkansas, is the only place in the world where hikers can dig for diamonds and keep what they find, although quartz diamond sites (semiprecious stones less hard than diamonds) can be accessed at other U.S. locales. Coastal walks lead to discovering sea glass and shells.

Arboretums in urban areas offer trails flush with local flora.

Joining or starting a hiking club based on common interests is one way to go. “One of our guidebook series encourages outdoor enthusiasts to explore the natural world in their immediate backyards. This approach especially appeals to families, first-time trail users and athletes looking for a quick nature fix after work,” offers Helen Cherullo, publisher of Mountaineers Books (MountaineersBooks.org), a nonprofit committed to conservation and sustainable lifestyles.

Wherever we venture, take nothing but pictures and leave nature untouched. Cherullo reminds us, “Connecting people to treasured natural landscapes leads to active engagement to preserve these places for future generations.

The future of public lands—owned by every American citizen—is literally in our hands.” They deserve our vote.

Hiking in nature is a ready way to reset frazzled nerves.

invites exploration of woodlands, glens, forests, mountain valleys, coastal areas, bayous, deserts and other terrain. Experienced day-trippers recommend revisiting favorite trails in specific seasons.

“I love being in the natural world, be it New Jersey, Florida or Alaska. Every trail offers surprises,” marvels distance hiker Craig Romano (CraigRomano.com). As the author of several day hike guidebooks, he’s seen firsthand how, “Every part of the country offers different perspectives and forms of beauty. The greatest biological diversity in our country is found in the Great Smoky Mountains, where the rhododendrons are breathtaking in spring.”

The world’s largest mapped cave system is in Kentucky’s Mammoth Cave National Park. Hiking to observe other subterranean wonders in Indiana or Virginia’s Natural Bridge Caverns is no less exhilarating than walking Alabama’s covered bridge trail or painter Georgia O’Keeffe’s Ghost Ranch country, in New Mexico. The Appalachian Trail, running between Maine and Georgia, attracts thousands of adventurous long-distance trekkers,

Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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Help for Injured Wildlife

by Sandra Murphy

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eeing lost, injured or orphaned animals is heartbreaking, but unless a wild animal is in immediate danger from prey or traffic, it’s best to wait and observe. Mothers forage for food and return to the babies intermittently. If in doubt, call a wildlife rehabber for advice.

“Rehabilitators are trained, tested, licensed, take continuing education courses and file annual reports. All care provided must meet government standards,” explains wildlife rehabilitator Regina Whitman, of Queen Creek, Arizona, via her Desert Cry Wildlife website. She rehabs rabbits, squirrels, raccoons, skunks, baby javelina and coyote pups.

The Dan & Dianne May Wildlife Rehabilitation Center at Lee’s-McRae College, in Banner Elk, North Carolina, is the only college program in the U.S. that allows students to work hands-on with veterinarians in the rehab center. “We see native species of reptiles, raptors, songbirds and mammals like eastern gray

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squirrels,” says Jenna Glaski, a program senior mentor. “When fawns and bobcats are orphaned, it’s usually because the mother has been hit by a car or shot.”

In the Georgetown area, South Carolina Coastal Animal Rescue and Educational Sanctuary (SC-CARES) rehabbers care for injured wildlife and other animals. Miss Belle—a doe that was trapped in fencing and temporarily paralyzed trying to get free—received physical therapy and is expected to make a full recovery.

Founded in 2004 by Kevin Barton and Linda Schrader, the Wildlife Center of Venice, serves Sarasota and Charlotte counties. Its five acres offers hutches, barns, habitats for squirrels and raccoons, an aviary and a pond for waterfowl. In 2015, volunteers rescued eight striped skunks. Because these mammals are slow and have poor eyesight, wide roads are especially hazardous as they move through diminishing habitat.

Skunks eat insects, grubs, rodents, moles and snakes.

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Caring Rehab Gives Them a Second Chance

Paul and Gloria Halesworth specialize in hummingbirds at Wild Wing Rehab Hummers & Songbirds, in Ahwatukee, Arizona. “Hummingbird babies require a special formula we import from Europe. A body temperature of 105 degrees causes casual rescuers to think they’re overheated. They pant like dogs if too hot; otherwise, they’re okay,” Paul says. If a nest is found on the ground, reaffix it in a tree. “Duct tape works,” he notes. “Mom will find them.” Released birds are taken to the Desert Botanical Garden, in Phoenix.

Rehabbing owls costs significantly more, up to $800 from hatchling to release. The Halesworths refer owls to another rehabber that annually cares for about 500 owls.

In Fort Gratiot, Michigan, Back 2 the Wild Rehab rescues all kinds of wild animals. In February, two geese were stuck in a frozen river. Firefighters freed the birds and rehabbers checked them for frostbite. One goose died, but the other was released after the next storm passed through.

The Snowdon Wildlife Sanctuary, near McCall, Idaho, accepts orphaned bear cubs. Tapping into three decades of research reported by program supervisor Jeff Rohlman, they are vetted and put into a two-acre enclosure to learn to live in the wild until they are old enough for release. Most arrive undernourished and dehydrated; if separated from their mother, they don’t know how to feed themselves or when to hibernate.

Dreamcatcher Wild Horse & Burro Sanctuary, in Ravendale, California, doesn’t release rehabbed guests—it provides a lifetime home to roam 1,000 acres in family packs to find their own food and water. Public lands are leased to ranchers for grazing, compelling competition for food between livestock and wild animals, so this is a safer option; the sanctuary also advocates protection of resident mountain lions, badgers, coyotes, hawks and eagles.

Barry and Maureen Genzlinger, founders of the Vermont Bat Center, in Milton, have rescued and released more than 125 bats since Barry became a licensed bat rehabilitator for the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department in 2013.

“We have one bat that lost 95 percent of the skin on a wing,” he says. “After three

months, most of it has grown back. In two more months, it should be fine, just in time to hibernate.” Bats can eat up to 1,000 mosquitoes in an hour.

While some are considered a nuisance, each rescued animal has a place in the overall eco-system. Following the good Samaritan rule allows casual rescuers to keep an animal only long enough to safely transport it to a rehabilitator.

Rescue operations always need volunteers to donate time or money to help the cause.

For creatures, staying with a healing friend can help but there’s

no place like home.

Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com Columbia’s Wild Animal Rescue Carolina Wildlife Center Executive Director: Jay Coles 5551 Bush River R-d, Columbia Phone: 803-772-3994 Email: Info@CarolinaWildlife.org Website: CarolinaWildlife.org To donate: CarolinaWildlife.org/donate

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Dogs at Work Finding the Right Dog for the Job

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very dog needs a meaningful job. Like us, some need help figuring out what they want to be when they grow up; others choose their own specialty. With imagination and experimentation, even a problem pooch can became an unexpected blessing.

Comforting Companions A 7-year-old hound and canine-style Houdini named Gumby was adopted seven times, surrendered to the shelter eight times and thrice became a stray. An unprecedented 11 return trips to the Charleston Animal Society, in South Carolina, convinced the staff he prefers shelter life. Now his self-appointed job is comforting and helping new arrivals adjust to their temporary home.

Dentist April Patterson owns Dr. Patty’s Dental Boutique and Spa, in Fort Lauderdale. After attending a local Humane Society fashion show, she returned to her office with Oliver, a four-pound Pomeranian mix of undetermined age. This cutie’s job is to steady nervous patients. “It wasn’t planned,” says Patterson. “Oliver will bark nonstop when left alone, but being one of the staff makes him happy. Meeting Oliver is part of our hiring process.”

Dory, a yellow Labrador certified therapy dog, is approved by the San Diego district attorney’s office to offer aid in court when a victim or witness testifies in front of the defendant. “Dory was the first court support dog in California and the city’s first of five dog and handler teams,” says Kathleen Lam, a retired attorney and dog handler. “The dogs

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undergo rigorous testing to demonstrate good behavior in court. Handlers work on long downs and stays, including hand signals.” Dory recently accompanied an 8-year-old girl testifying against her father; he had killed his wife in front of her two years before.

Special Rescue Teams

Mas, a water-loving Newfoundland, redefines “rescue dog”. The Scuola Italiana Cani Salvataggio, or Italian School of Rescue Dogs, is the largest national organization in Italy to train dogs and handlers for water rescue. Helicopters can often reach a swimmer in distress more quickly Public Ambassadors than a boat. The dog jumps out to circle Deemed “too large to sell,” Bert, a the victim until they can grab her harness chocolate Pomeranian, wound up in before swimming to shore or a human an Oklahoma shelter. Kathy Grayson, partner. Mas, the first certified water rescue owner of The Hole, a New York City art operative recognized by Italy, France and gallery, saw his photo on Petfinder.com Switzerland port authorities and coast and fell in love. She immediately traveled guards, went on to train her successors. to adopt him. Bert, whom she characBloodhounds are renowned for their terizes as quiet, refined and perfectly super sniffers. Lou, a nine-year K9 veteran, suited to the art world, loves being at the Dory, the first court support on Pennsylvania’s West York Borough gallery and has attended art fairs in major dog in California.

Police Department force, ultimately applied U.S. cities. Follow Bert’s adventures via for retirement, passing the harness to Instagram.com/bertiebertthepom.

Prince, a 3-month-old bloodhound. Prince was sworn in “Edie, a boxer mix puppy, started training as an assisby District Judge Jennifer J.P. Clancy in her Spring Garden tance dog, but her personality proved better suited to the Township courtroom. The ceremony emphasizes a K9’s status hospitality industry,” says Julie Abramovic Kunes, public in the community and within law enforcement. Paired with relations manager for the Fairmont Hotel, in Berkeley, Officer Scott Musselman for eight months of training, the duo California. Kunes’ Edie was hired by the Fairmont Pittsburgh will work with the Missing Child Task Force.

Hotel in 2011, before making the career move west with her in 2017. A former shelter dog, Edie greets visitors as a Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at community ambassador.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 1

THURSDAY, AUGUST 10

MONDAY, AUGUST 21

Providence Cooks–Carolina Made and Grown–68pm. Registered dietitian Kay MacInnis hosts a sophisticated healthy multicourse meal feast using fresh locally grown produce. Cost: $25. Limited space. Providence Health Downtown, 2435 Forest Dr, Columbia. Info/registration: 800-424-3627, bit. ly/ProvCooks2017.

Lil’ Duck Kombucha Workshop–6-8pm. Learn the importance of gut health and prevention of chronic and acute illness/disease. Kombucha tasting by Palms to Palmettos. Cost: Free. Info: Contact Debey Hancock at 803-566-2600 or email Wellness360@ usa.com. To join the event on Facebook, visit Facebook.com/lilduckkombucha.

AUGUST 2, 8, 22 & 30

SATURDAY, AUGUST 12

Eclipse Extravaganza–1-4pm. NASA Solar System Ambassador Larry Metcalf will guide everyone through this rare and truly amazing event utilizing video display monitors, eclipse information and analysis, and specially prepared experiments for hands-on fun learning. Cost: $5. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia. Info/registration: 803-772-1228, icrc.net.

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

Only those preregistered will be allowed to attend.

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

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

Tales from Feyron Storytelling–11:30am-1:30pm.

Story and craft time for children ages 8 and up.

Donations will be accepted for craft supplies. Palms to Palmettos, 3357 Leaphart Rd, W Columbia. Info: 803-553-7010.

Total Eclipse on the River–1-4pm. Paddle along the refreshingly cool Lower Saluda River leading to a beautiful viewing area to experience the highly anticipated solar eclipse. Cost: $30. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia. Info/registration: 803-772-1228, icrc.net.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13

THURSDAY, AUGUST 24

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

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

Lil’ Duck Kombucha Workshop–5:30-7pm. Learn the importance of gut health, how and why to make kombucha. Kombucha tasting. Starter kits available.

Cost: Free. Indah Coffee, 2238 Sumter St, Columbia.

Info: Contact Debey Hancock at 803-566-2600 or email Wellness360@usa.com. To join the event on Facebook, visit Facebook.com/lilduckkombucha.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5

TUESDAY, AUGUST 15

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26

Back-to-School Movie Night–8:45-11pm. Movie, Finding Dory. Complimentary popcorn, snow cones, candy, sodas and water. Cost: Free. Crooked Creek Park, 1098 Old Lexington Hwy, Chapin. Info/registration: 803-345-1681, icrc.net.

Directional Healing Group Sessions–1-2:30pm.

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

Suggested fee of $15. Space is limited, so please register early. Chi Energy Balance, 3610 Landmark Dr, Forest Acres. Info/registration: Call Pam Lorentz at 803-749-1576 or visit DirectionalHealing.com.

Gardening Workshop–10-11am. What type of vegetables grow in fall/winter. A workshop for beginners and experienced gardeners. Cost: Free.

Earlewood Park Community Center, 1113 Parkside Dr, Columbia. Info: 803-545-3100, ColumbiaSC. gov/parks-recreation/programs-activities/community-gardens.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16

Summer Celebration of Water–10am-2pm. Kayaking, tubing, canoeing and paddle boarding on the Columbia Canal, and a designated play zone for kids that will feature kid-friendly water slides, fun sprinklers, splash activities and much more. Cost: Free.

Riverfront Park, 312 Laurel St, Columbia. Info/order tickets: Contact Victoria Kramer at 803-545-3227 or VLKramer@ ColumbiaSC.net.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 4

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

Also visit TastyTomatoFestival.com.

AUGUST 5, 10, 15, 21, 26 & 30 Discount Days at Rosewood–8am-8pm. 20% off purchase price; mention this listing. Deli sale items not included. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803-530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

SATURDAYS AUGUST 5, 12, 19 & 26 Murraywood Health Food–10am-6pm. 20% off all grocery items, excluding local honey. Murraywood Shopping Center, 7001 St Andrews Rd, Columbia.

Info: 803-732-3847.

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

Floating Wetland Launch and BMP–9-11:30am.

Learn how to use these BMPs to improve water quality and increase wildlife habitat in your own backyard. Learn more about native plants and how to address storm water issues while using water-wise practices. Cost: Free. Sandhill REC, 900 Clemson Rd, Columbia. RSVP: https.//bmptour.eventbrite.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 19 Introduction to Orgone–1-3pm. The Alchemist Chamber presents the Introduction to Orgone workshop with Donna Spratt—discussing the history of Orgone and the importance of it in our world. Cost: Free. Palms to Palmettos, 3357 Leaphart Rd, W Columbia. Info: 803-553-7010.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20 Summer’s End Solar Run–6-9pm. 5K through beautiful Saluda Shoals Park. Other featured activities include delicious local food, craft beers and live music. All ages welcome. Cost: $35. Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia. Info/ registration: 803-772-1228, icrc.net.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 31 Salad in a Jar Party–5:30-7pm. Make a five-day ready-to-go salad. Location TBA. Info/RSVP: Contact Debey Hancock at 803-566-2600 or email Wellness360@usa.com.

planahead FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 Dances of Universal Peace–7-9pm–w/Marguerite Frongillo. The dances lift our spirits and open us to awareness of the divine in each other. Cost: Free; donations accepted. Near Midtown Mall in Forest Acres, Columbia. Info/directions: Contact Frongillo at 803-743-0731 or Mff426@gmail.com.

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ongoingevents sunday tuesday 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Prenatal Massage Consultations–10am-4pm.

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

“In all things of nature there is something of the marvelous.” ~Aristotle

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

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

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

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Awaken Your Energy, Awaken Your Life–7pm.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Toning, breathwork and guided imagery. All levels welcome. Dress comfortably, and bring a yoga mat/ blanket and water to drink afterward. CHI Energy, 3610 Landmark Dr, Forest Acres. Info/registration: Call Pamila Lorentz at 803-749-1576.

Holistic Practitioners Networking Group–7pm.

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

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

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

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

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Route Distribution Carrier for Natural Awakenings magazine opening available for energetic people with smiling faces. Competitive pay. Must provide own transportation. For details and work criteria, call 803-309-2101 or email ColaPublisher@ NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.

Natural Awakenings is seeking a qualified and experienced advertising account specialist to join our Columbia team. If you are a self-motivated, energetic, independent thinker with great people skills, call or email today to schedule an interview: 803-309-2101 or ColaPublisher@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.

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

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

Kombucha Workshop and Tastings – Debey Hancock, Functional Nutritionist, will come speak at your church events, businesses, schools, civic groups and support groups on the importance of gut health, healing, and prevention of chronic and acute illness/ disease and taking control of your own wellness.

Attend or host a Kombucha taste testing and learn how to make your own Kombucha. Call Hancock at 803-566-2600 or email Wellness360@usa.com.

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

naturaldirectory Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Natural Directory, call 803-233-3693 or email ColaPublisher@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.

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 21.

AROMATHERAPY GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE

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

Improve your level of stress, depression and mood with natural products from a locally owned family business. Our knowledgeable staff will guide you using aromatherapy for pain, anxiety, energy enhancement and more. We carry several brands of essential oils, including doTERRA. See ads, pages 3 and back page.

CHIROPRACTIC CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER INC.

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

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

FAMILY PRACTICE OF CHIROPRACTIC

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

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

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

A holistic approach to health utilizing chiropractic, massage therapy, exercise therapy, nutrition, weight management and homeopathy. See ad, page 15.

DENTISTRY

COLLABORATIVE LAW

ART OF DENTISTRY

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.

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. Saturday appointments available with an additional small convenience fee. See ad, page 10.

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

See ad, page 2.

CHILDREN AND ADULT DENTAL GROUP

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

Wi t h a f o c u s o n d e n t a l health education, our team of professionals will help you love your smile again. From straighter teeth in just 6 to 12 months with Fastbraces technology, to implants or dentures—we can have you smiling again in no time. We also offer conscious sedation, allowing for a positive experience for little ones. Call today! See ad, page 25.

FOREST DRIVE DENTAL CARE

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

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

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY CHI ENERGY BALANCE

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

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

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

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

See ad, page 7.

ECO-RICH SKIN CARE PRODUCTS JUST WANNA MELT LLC

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

Chi Energy Balance provides experienced guides to support you on your personal journey of health and freedom from pain and anxiety. Services include spiritual aromatherapy, CranioSacral Therapy, integrated massage, sound/vibrational frequencies, reiki and directional healing. Call today! See ad, page 35.

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

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

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INTEGRATIVE & HOLISTIC MEDICINE EXPECT WELLNESS

JULIE E. BRADSHAW

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

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

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

HEALTH FOOD STORE MURRAYWOOD HEALTH FOODS

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

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

HOMEOPATHY WELLNESS MATTERS

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

Brenda holds her degrees in classical homeopathy and veterinary homeopathy. She uses her extensive knowledge of homeopathy, essential oils, herbs and supplements to treat your and your pets’ acute and chronic disease naturally. Bioenergetic feedback is also available. Office visits, phone/Skype consults, and home and barn visits are available. See ad, page 34.

INTEGRATED HEALING PHOENIX RISING

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

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

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. Inhouse diagnostic labs and therapies. See ad, page 21.

KOMBUCHA LIL’ DUCK KOMBUCHA

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

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

See ad, page 25.

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

Jenny Sepulveda is a licensed massage therapist with more than 14 years’ experience. She also has a degree in occupational studies from The Swedish Institute of Manhattan. Sepulveda is certified in prenatal, craniosacral, reflexology, and hot and cold stones treatment. She is dedicated to providing stress and pain relief through massage for people of all walks of life. Come and experience the relaxation massage therapy has to offer you. See ad, page 16.

MEDICAL TOURISM COLOMBIA TRAVEL LOGISTICS (CTL) 888-599-3284, Ext 700 ColombiaTravelLogistics.com

Colombia Travel Logistics (CTL) provides outstanding aesthetic surgical experiences abroad with accredited surgeons working in state-of-the-art facilities. CTL takes care of the travel arrangements, private transportation from the airport to the hotel and clinics, bilingual translators, fourand five-star hotel lodging, medical/travel insurance and local area tours. Service regions and countries include Central America, Spain, England, Japan, Italy and the U.S. Save as much as 50 percent of the cost of equivalent procedure in the States. Call for a free consultation. See ad, page 9.

NATURAL BIRTH ZENDOULA

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

Whether planning a hospital birth, home birth, water birth, or scheduled C-section, Lesa Zenauskas, of ZenDoula, is eager and ready to serve you as an expecting mother with the educational, physical and emotional support that you deserve. She will honor you and your child’s birth, your way. Call today for a FREE consultation.

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

PAAPC can help you break free from the grip of pain to recover your health and enjoy a pain-free life again! We will assess your concerns and symptoms, determine the problem source of the chronic or acute pain, and identify the best treatment options best suited to your specific needs.

Referrals not needed. See ad, page 8.

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

While we are postponing, life speeds by. ~Lucius Annaeus Seneca 42

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Eckankar hosts free, informal, nondogmatic spiritual discussions.

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

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

At Gaylord Spiritual Counseling, we offer many methods in dealing with everyday problems. We also offer insight and guidance for those dealing with unexplainable difficulties. Our gifted and intuitive advisers will help you discover the answers you seek. See ad, page 19.

THERMOGRAPHY ABOUT YOUR HEALTH INC.

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

Our main focus is health education and health-enhancing services. One-on-one nutritional counseling, Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Reams pH testing, parasite programs, aquachi footbaths, far infrared sauna, weight-loss programs, and thermography. Hard-to-find natural, organic, whole food nutritional supplements, raw foods and natural household items. See ad, page 11.

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! Allows us to encourage your healthy choices.

See ads, page 3 and back page.

WELLNESS CENTER PALMS TO PALMETTOS

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

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

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

Services include massage, reiki, holistic counseling and homeopathy. See add, page 35.

ecotip City Smarts

Urban Planning Goes Green Early American developers of Washington, D.C., and Savannah, Georgia, strived to recreate the plans of European cities that offered plenty of public squares and parks. Subsequent high-rise apartments in most other U.S. cities that followed lacked certain elements of neighborhood cohesion, as documented in Zane Miller’s book The Urbanization of Modern America. In Boston, Baltimore, New York City and elsewhere, waterfront revitalizations launched in the 1980s helped improve conditions, making use of nature-oriented ideas that are still trending upward.

Urban Hub describes how regions like Silicon Valley, in California, and Boston’s Route 128 corridor continue to enjoy mutually beneficial relationships with Stanford University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University. The concept promotes pedestrianization programs and incentives that increase bike-friendliness, multimodal public transportation such as people-mover sidewalks and car sharing, plus off-hour, no-driving and park-and-ride policies.

Join the social media conversation at Urban-Hub.com.

The U.S. Department of Transportation recently released updated standards on how state agencies should measure mass transit, biking and walking volumes (EverybodyWalk.org). States will assess impacts on carbon emissions by tracking walkers, bikers and transit users instead of just comparing rush-hour travel times to free-flowing traffic conditions, which favors highway spending alone.

The Big Jump Project at PeopleForBikes.org rates areas for bike friendliness and taps ideas aimed to increase biking networks. To date, they cover Austin, Texas; Baltimore; Fort Collins, Colorado; Los Angeles; Memphis, Tennessee; New Orleans; New York City; Providence, Rhode Island; Portland, Oregon; and Tucson.

The nonprofit Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia (sbnPhiladelphia.org), encompassing 400 businesses and organizations, is pioneering a Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) retrofit program. The city water department is collaborating on Green City Clean Water’s plan to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency clean water regulations and foster rain gardens, green roofs and porous pavements.

“We help engineer nature back into cities,” says Anna Shipp, interim executive director and GSI manager. “Socially responsible, replicable and environmentally conscious initiatives and policies catalyze local economies and benefit water, air, aesthetics and people’s emotions.”

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