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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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America’s Noble Destiny Bridging Our Political Divide is Key

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letterfrompublisher Gratitude: The Take-Home Assignment …

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ith just the mention of the month of November, most of our minds (and stomachs) quickly gravitate and start to salivate to memories of past Thanksgivings and begin eagerly anticipating the one to come. It is certainly one of my favorite holidays, and based upon research data and the tremendous revenue generated by its arrival, I am not the only one that feels this way. Millions of Americans, like myself (and you too), look forward to the most popular Thursday on our nation’s calendar. There’s little doubt that food product companies also love the “binge fest” that inevitably will ensue as cash registers sing in unison to the tune of billions of revenue dollars generated!

Yes, Thanksgiving has evolved into many things: sofa-surfing time for traditional NFL games; a time to catch up on much-needed rest; Facebook, Twitter and Instagram “best Thanksgiving picture” contests; and, of course, the usual entranced and frozen looks on the faces of those lost in love with their smartphones. Sadly, what was created as a time set aside to reflect upon and articulate one’s gratitude for one another, God and the blessings received, has, for far too many, turned into nothing more than another excuse to overindulge and underappreciate.

I agree with American novelist and short story writer Alice Walker, who was quoted as saying: “‘Thank you’ is the best prayer that anyone could say. I say that one a lot. Thank you expresses extreme gratitude, humility and understanding.”

Like an endangered species, gratitude has almost become extinct—killed by an ever-growing attitude of “me, my and mine” driven by self-absorption and apathy.

I know that I am not alone in recognizing this troubling trend. Inevitably, the questions that should arise are: What can we do about it, and how in the world do we find our way back to the words “thank you” again?

Well, my food-loving friends … it starts with the person that you see in the mirror every day. It starts with you and me. Gratitude is founded in positive thinking and nurtured by humility, love and appreciation for the people that give us the many reasons to be thankful and the circumstances that we successfully navigate through (good and bad). Unfortunately, these things remain out of sight when blinded by a predominating selfish nature. Can we all receive these words written in this letter as a take-home assignment to be completed and evaluated? Let’s shift our thinking, which controls our moods, actions and feelings, to make room for the lost words “thank you” in our vocabulary. Cultivate seeds of gratitude in your heart. Your take-home assignment is due on “Thanks”giving day. Make sure to complete it successfully!

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communitynews Vivint Solar Helps Brighten Harmony School’s Future

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ast October’s 1,000-year flood severely impacted the facilities of Harmony School, which created tremendous challenges for both faculty members and students alike. Waters from Gill’s Creek, near the school’s campus, flooded both the pre-K and kindergarten learning spaces, necessitating the set up of portable classrooms. Sadly, the financial gap between the insurance claim payout and actual cost of repairs has put much-needed renovations out of reach for the small private school.

Now, brighter days of optimism and hope are ahead for Harmony School’s future by way of solar energy made possible, in part, through a timely community partnership forged with Vivint Solar, of West Columbia. “Vivint Solar will be among the supporters attending Harmony School’s 10th annual Oyster Roast and Silent Auction hosted on Saturday, November 12, at the Harmony School campus. Besides oysters, there will be homemade chili, artisan breads and live music, too,” says Jennifer Peterman, a Harmony School administrator.

Vivint Solar Energy Consultant Joe McClintock states: “One of our key company core values is ‘Be Good, Do Good.’ We have our sleeves rolled up and are ready to help.” Vivint Solar is donating a portion of the revenue generated from residential solar installations back to the Harmony School to help get the school back on its feet. The public is invited to attend, and heartfelt support from the greater Midlands family is certainly welcome.

Cost: $35 per ticket (must be 21 and older to attend). Time: 6 to 11 p.m. Location: Harmony School, 3737 Covenant Rd., Columbia. For more information or to preorder tickets, call Jennifer Peterman at 803-787-1899, ext. 5, or visit Eventbrite. com. See ad, page 3.

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Saluda Shoals

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aluda Shoals Park will host its popular Holiday Lights on the River starting on Monday, November 21, through Saturday, December 31. Saluda Shoals Park will come alive in a brilliant blaze of more than a million sparkling lights.

Drivers can take a journey through colorful lights and more than 400 animated light displays. Other activities include craft-making, marshmallow roasting and a laser light show. Attendees can also ride the Hayride shuttle to the Wetland Walking Trail or ride the Saluda Shoals train.

Nominal fees may apply for activities. As a special treat, Santa will visit for photo-taking opportunities from December 9 through 23. Fun-filled memories are in store for the entire family to share for years to come!

Cost: $15 per car; $25 per 15-passenger van; $40 per bus. Time: 6 to 10 p.m.

Location: Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd., Columbia (Note: Must enter from new St. Andrews access point between Aldi grocery store and Wendy’s).

For more information, call 803-772-3903 or visit icrc.net/holiday-lights. See ad, page 22.

Himalayan Salt:

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Reduce, Reuse and Recycle in S.C. Schools

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ow can a South Carolina school reduce waste? If a school routinely throws away disposable meal trays, it should consider implementing the Tap and Stack program or starting a WasteFree Lunch Club. Schools across the state are greatly reducing their lunch waste by asking students and staff members to “tap” all food off of their Styrofoam trays and then “stack” the used trays in a neat pile. The trays still go in the garbage, but neatly stacked trays take up a fraction of the space required by trays thrown indiscriminately into trash cans.

The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Waste-Free Lunch program educates students and teachers how to reduce, reuse and recycle one’s way to a waste-free lunch. The program includes a poster highlighting step-by-step instructions on how to create a waste-free lunch and the benefits of packing waste-free. The program is part of EPA’s Make a Difference campaign, which aims to educate and encourage middle school students to conserve natural resources by reducing, reusing and recycling waste.

For more information on wastefree lunches, including a letter to send home to parents, packing tips and printable activities, contact Jane Hiller at 803-779-0608 or Jane.Hiller@Sonoco.com, or visit GreenStepSchools.com.

he month of November is recognized as National COPD Awareness Month. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a debilitating, incurable disease that produces coughing and excessive amounts of mucus that clogs and restricts air passages and makes breathing very laborious and exhausting. COPD is caused by smoking, secondary smoke, a combination of bronchitis and emphysema or asthma, allergies and air pollutants.

Salt therapy is an all-natural way, with no side effects, to provide relief to those suffering with this terrible disease. Salt therapy has been proven to help control and/ or lessen the severity of COPD as well as help with the symptoms of other respiratory diseases. Himalayan salt is antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory. Himalayan salt therapy is 100 percent natural, safe and drug-free, and provides effective long-term relief. It can be used as a complementary treatment to prescribed medications—potentially increasing the effectiveness of prescribed medications while decreasing the amount necessary—or as an alternative treatment.

Location: Breath of Salt Spa, 1410 Colonial Life Blvd., Ste. 250, Columbia. For more information, call 803-772-7258.

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re you ready to run WILD? On Saturday, November 19, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden invites everyone out to help kick off its Lights Before Christmas holiday tradition by lacing up and participating in its first annual 5K race. Runners will course through the zoo’s scenic 9/1 back roads, cross the Saluda River and pass some of the SEI-Columbia most popular exhibits in the zoo. The entry fee includes 540-1234-NA-NewDirection-P a Riverbanks Run T-shirt, admission into the zoo and complimentary snacks at the Natural Awakenings x 3.25 Event finish line. As a note, regular admission is required for non-race4.75 participants. proceeds support ongoing conservation and education efforts atPK Riverbanks.

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Cost: $45. Location: Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Pkwy., Columbia. For more information, call 803-779-8717 or visit Riverbanks.org.

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communitynews Preorder Christmas Trees

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he holiday season is approaching, and soon enough, Midlands area residents will be shopping for Christmas trees. Gardner’s Outpost, a popular local and sustainable garden center conveniently located just off Devine Street, is now taking Christmas tree preorders for its beautiful, high-quality line of Fraser fir Christmas trees for this season produced in scenic Ennice, North Carolina. The first batch will arrive on Black Friday weekend.

The “budget-friendly” classic trees are cut on the same day that they are to be shipped to ensure quality and freshness—ready and available to take home within eight hours of being cut. Coming in various sizes, the trees can be preordered and purchased with or without a stand. Gardener’s Outpost has also prepared a special water-based natural solution designed to promote the health of each tree. Due to their popularity, shoppers are encouraged to preorder. A beautiful line of poinsettias is arriving soon, as well.

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at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden n Friday, November 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will proudly recognize Veterans Day and the honorable service of both active and retired military personnel by offering free park admission. Local patriots are welcome and encouraged to come and take part in a “wild” day of fun and enjoyment.

tarting this month, Sharon Wright, co-owner of the very popular vegan restaurant Good Life Café, will host a brand new monthly column in Natural Awakenings of Columbia, titled Good Life Café’s Recipe Corner. Driven by a passionate mission sourced, in large part, from her own journey to better health sustained by wiser food choices enhancing both life and vitality, Wright’s goal for the column is to provide nutritional information on the health benefits of a plant-based diet. She will also include pointers and helpful tips that are relevant and timely—designed to assist individuals in making healthier food and beverage choices leading to the good life! Wright will also include tasty, delicious recipes and dishes from her personal selection of favorites that have proven to delight the palate and nurture good health. States Wright: “Nothing gives me more pleasure than to educate individuals about the health benefits of a raw food diet. I want the readers of Natural Awakenings magazine and the greater Midlands community as a whole to experience the good life guided by great informational pointers and even better food selections and recipes that do not disappoint!”

Cost: Free for active duty and retired military personnel with a military ID. Location: Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, 500 Wildlife Pkwy., Columbia. For more information, call 803-779-8717 or visit Riverbanks.org.

For more information, call 803-726-2310 or visit GoodLifeCafe.net. See column, below, and ad, page 21.

Cost: Varies; call for details. Location: Gardener’s Outpost, 709 Woodrow St., Columbia. Times: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday by appointment only.

For more information or to preorder, call 803-252-0041 or visit GardenersOutpost. com. See ad, page 23.

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KMB Hosts Gala for a Greener Midlands

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con Chiropractic and Spa is open and proudly serving the healthcare needs of the Midlands community.

New to Forest Acres, Icon Chiropractic strives to provide the most convenient and affordable care to its clients, without sacrificing quality, by utilizing new and innovative healthcare solutions that get results.

States owner and doctor of chiropractic Jason Williams: “From the very first visit, our clients feel like family … because they practically are! Our team is driven and focused on providing the very best care possible—getting our clients back to great health, wellness and vitality of life.” A Columbia native, Williams grew up in the city’s Northeast region and, from a very early age, has always desired to be in a position to take care of, in some way, the very community that once took care of him.

Spa services include various types of massage and weight-loss services. The laser lipo treatment is a very popular and effective service as well. Monthly treatment packages of four adjustments are just $80 dollars. Massage treatments are only $70 for one hour. In addition, laser lipo is currently discounted at 80 percent off—$289 for six treatment sessions. Discounts for teachers and police and fire personnel are also available.

eep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB) will host its annual Gala for a Greener Midlands on Friday, December 9. The popular fundraiser is designed to support the beautification efforts in the Midlands and to recognize award-nominated “green leaders” within the community. Starting at 6 p.m., the evening will be highlighted by a delicious dinner featuring locally sourced foods and the presentation of the Midlands Green Awards honoring those in the Midlands community that strive to advance the mission and vision of KMB. The night’s festivities will also include great music and dancing. Black tie is optional. Established in 1989 to serve Richland and Lexington counties, the mission of KMB is to inspire and educate Midlands residents about the importance of investing in the community through litter prevention, recycling and beautification.

Cost: Call for details. Location: Holiday Inn & Suites, 110 McSwain Dr., W. Columbia. To sponsor a table or for ticket purchasing, call 803-733-1139, or visit KeepTheMidlandsBeautiful.org or Eventbrite.com.

Monarchs, Milkweed and Migration: A Middle School Expedition

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n Monday, November 28, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., the Environmental Education Association of South Carolina (EEASC) will host its Monarchs, Milkweed and Migration: A Middle School Expedition educational session at Irmo Middle School, located at 6051 Wescott Road, in Columbia. Attendees will learn how teachers at Irmo Middle School are using the issue of declining monarch butterfly populations as a lens to engage students in regular studies and curriculum, based on applicable standards and the collection of real scientific data that will help to determine the migration routes of East Coast monarch butterflies. The session includes the creation of a garden on school grounds with a variety of plants to attract monarch butterflies and other pollinators. Students will capture and tag monarchs. The desire of EEASC is to educate the community and encourage citizens to plant native milkweed in order to build back the corridor necessary to aid in species conservation.

Cost: Free, EEASC members; $5, non-EEASC members (pay at the door by cash or check). To RSVP and for more information, contact Jane Hiller at 803-779-0608 or Jane.Hiller@Sonoco.com.

Location: Icon Chiropractic and Spa, 5101 Forest Dr., Columbia. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 803-828-4276 or visit IconChiro.com. See ad, page 8. natural awakenings

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reast cancer survivors are often plagued by chronic fatigue that lasts long after their treatment is finished. They have few options to relieve the condition, but acupressure shows promise. A study published this summer in the Journal of the American Medical Association concluded that acupressure can significantly improve two symptoms of fatigue experienced by breast cancer survivors: sleep

quality and quality of life.

The researchers tested 424 women that had completed cancer treatments at least a year prior to the study. They were divided into three groups—one self-administered relaxing acupressure and another stimulating acupressure, while the control group followed a conventional care plan. After six weeks, fatigue was reduced from 70 percent to 43 percent among those receiving acupressure, with two-thirds of the women in the acupressure groups reaching levels of fatigue considered normal.

The relaxing acupressure group showed substantial improvements in sleep quality compared with the conventional care group at week six, but the two groups reached parity at week 10. The relaxing acupressure group was the only one that showed improvements in quality of life, making it a reasonable, low-cost option for managing fatigue symptoms.

Correction In the October health brief “Vitamin D3 Boosts Gut Health” we reported that the researchers administered more than 66,000 IU of vitamin D3 to study participants per day; it should read per week. We apologize for the error.

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Heavy TV Watching Linked to Poor Bone Health

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study published in the Journal for Bone and Mineral Research this summer suggests that excessive TV watching during childhood may be associated with lower bone mineral content in young adulthood.

The researchers followed 1,181 children over time and measured their weekly hours of TV watching at ages 5, 8, 10, 14, 17 and 20. The bone mineral content (BMC) of each was measured at age 20. The study found that individuals that routinely watched more than 14 hours a week had lower BMC for their whole body and in their arms than those that watched less.

Higher BMC helps protect the body against osteoporosis later in life.

While all screen time should be monitored in children, TV appears to be the most harmful medium. A report published in the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine studied 111 children between the ages of 3 and 8 and measured their TV viewing and other screen time, as well as their blood pressure levels.

The study linked higher blood pressure with excessive TV viewing, but did not find the same link between the condition and computer usage.

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recent study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology reports that regular exercise during pregnancy can reduce the rate of Cesarean deliveries.

Conducted by Thomas Jefferson University Medical College researchers, the study followed more than 2,000 pregnant women split into two randomized groups. Half of them exercised 35 to 90 minutes, three to four times a week, while the others did not. Just under 18 percent of the women in the exercise group ended up having Cesarean deliveries versus 22 percent in the non-exercising group.

Exercising during pregnancy also appears to improve gestational health. The study participants that worked out regularly experienced a lower incidence of both hypertensive disorders and diabetes mellitus.

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Stephen Dinan Outlines America’s Noble Destiny Bridging Our Political Divide is Key

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tephen Dinan, founder and CEO of The Shift Network, is a champion of the transpartisan movement that seeks to transcend America’s current political climate to realize greater unity and understanding.

His new book, Sacred America, Sacred World: Fulfilling Our Mission in Service to All, offers innovative, practical solutions for engaging citizens in an emerging whole.

Dinan has forwarded thinking in his work with the Institute of Noetic Sciences, where he helped shape the Shift in Action and One Minute Shift programs, and with the Esalen Center for Theory & Research, a think tank he helped create to explore human potential frontiers. He is also an active member of the Evolutionary Leadership and Transformational Leadership councils.

What political problem tops the list if we’re to make progress on anything?

We all know that American politics suffers from extreme polarization. Just as the middle class has faded away from our economy, the bipartisan “middle” has dropped out of our political process. In the last two decades, moderates have become far less prominent, giving way to ideologues on both sides of the aisle. As a result, Congress is virtually unable to legislate, because politicians on the left and right insist

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They often refuse to work with the president if he is from the other party. This childish behavior is a far cry from the bipartisan approach to solving problems that once made this country great. Our country is falling apart and we need to renew ourselves by finding a sacred vision of national unity.

The fast-growing transpartisan movement offers an answer that can be aided by perspectives of transpersonal psychology and a visionary spiritual dimension drawn from wisdom traditions of the East and West.

How is transpartisan best defined?

Transpartisan means that Americans can rise above damaging divisions. It provides hope that if we supply the right intention, we can hold to a vision that honors the ideals of a wide range of viewpoints. No one can be 100 percent right or 100 percent wrong, and we transcend limiting conservative and liberal categories by using dialogue and maturity in embracing the truths of all parties, while leaving behind their excesses and errors.

We can belong to any party and claim an important piece of the truth; a singular truth we stand for, such as liberty or social justice or economic growth, but it represents only a personal selection from a larger set of sacred

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American principles. To attain insight into these principles, we must move to an enlightened vision that honors all political perspectives, seeing each as a valuable, yet incomplete contribution toward the emerging whole.

Why have you called for a sacred America?

“Sacred” is a word that binds us together in the mystery of life and links us into a single human family in which ultimately no one is our enemy. A sacred worldview leads to a life filled with respect and reverence. It informs and enables us as we reach for our highest destiny as a country, not built on a desire to be number one, but a humble sense of calling, animated by a spirit of service to all.

America is being called to explore new frontiers politically, economically and spiritually, in service to our own citizens and the world. We are to embrace a path away from the waste and tragedy of war and toward universal health, sustainability and prosperity. It requires the best of both progressive and conservative values and a collaborative style of politics that seeks higher ground. Global accords and councils will replace the endless posturing of every military era.

What have you, as a progressive, learned from conservatives?

Conservatives tend to focus on preserving what has worked in the past, which is a useful function. In the human body, we have strong elements required for health that basically protect its homeostasis. Too much change happening too quickly can be dangerous to us.

Conservatives often play the same role in society, minimizing the risk of chaotic change and preserving core values, commitments and culture.

I’ve found that embracing conservative values and perspectives is a good form of cross-training in my role as a spiritually based CEO, where it’s imperative that I not risk everything on each new idea. A moderate path draws upon the best of conservative perspectives while opening to new possibilities for innovation and cultural expression, which tends to be a focus of progressives.

How can we replace political gridlock with a more perfect union?

The ultimate solution comes in personally building bridges of curiosity, respect and understanding, and recognizing that true, lasting answers to extremely complex problems require the best thinking of all parties and ideologies so that some hybridization of solutions happens.

We may not come to consensus on major issues, but we can come into deep dialogue and human exchange.

Extending a hand of friendship across the aisle is ultimately one of the most important things we can do as citizens.

The women members of the Senate have led the way in doing this, often creating breakthroughs through their personal connections with members of the other major party.

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

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The Kroger grocery chain, with nearly 2,500 U.S. stores, including subsidiaries Ralphs, Fry’s, King Soopers and Food 4 Less, has decided to go all in on the organic food market as a follow-up to the 2012 release of its Simple Truth brand of organic foods.

Kroger President Michael Ellis says, “We’re really just answering the customer’s call for more and better,” giving Whole Foods Market more competition.

Walmart has also begun to satisfy the growing health concerns of its shoppers by integrating organic options in its supermarkets. Now the challenge is for organic farming—which intentionally works to minimize agricultural impacts on the health of people and the planet—to meet the greater demand nationwide for healthier foods. Although implementation will vary depending on climate, experts advise that it begins with farms adopting healthy soil practices. It’s up to consumers to keep the momentum going.

Source: Healthy-Holistic-Living.com

Thanksgiving Lite

Turning the Tide for Turkeys

photo courtesy of the Farm Sanctuary

Turkeys and Thanksgiving go together for 88 percent of Americans surveyed by the National Turkey Federation.

Each year, more than 46 million turkeys provide the entrée for gatherings, yielding leftovers for sandwiches, stew, chili, casseroles and turkey burgers. In 2011, 736 million pounds of turkey were consumed in the U.S., while a few lucky birds avoided the chopping block.

The pardoning of a White House turkey began in 1863 when President Lincoln’s son, Tad, interceded on behalf of the bird and its life was spared. Now a tradition, two dressed birds and one live turkey are delivered to the White House each year. The live bird is “pardoned” and lives out its life on a historical farm.

At the Farm Sanctuary, turkeys get sponsored or adopted instead of eaten.

“Turkeys are friendly and follow you around like puppy dogs. They’ll try to sit on your lap to be petted,” says Gene Baur, president and co-founder of the sanctuary’s New York and two California locations. “At our Celebration for the Turkeys, we feed them cranberries, pumpkin pie and squash. People visit to see them enjoy it.

Guests’ snacks are vegan.”

Hundreds of turkeys have been adopted and given a lifelong home since the program’s inception in 1986. More than 8,000 people pledged to sponsor a turkey living at the sanctuary in a recent year, proving it’s not necessary to be a president to pardon a turkey.

Source: FarmSanctuary.org/giving/adopt-a-turkey

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Stoned Doggies Dangers vs. Benefits of Pet Marijuana

As of June, half of the states and the District of Columbia have legalized the use of medical marijuana for humans.

People wonder if it’s also suited for pets, too, and need to investigate the parameters and consequences carefully.

“It’s not legal in any state for veterinarians to prescribe or recommend medical marijuana,” says Dr. Carol Osborne, owner of Ohio’s Chagrin Falls Veterinary Center & Pet Clinic. “Done properly, it could have applications, but it’s not standardized, dosage amounts are unknown and without U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulation, there’s no guarantee what you think you’re buying is what you get.

“Dogs that get into the stash or sneak-eat marijuana-laced food can experience wobbling when walking, trembling and potential seizures,” Osborne notes. “I haven’t heard of any cases of death, but as with any prescription drug, practice responsible ownership by keeping it out of the reach of curious children and pets.”

“THC [tetrahydrocannabinol] in marijuana produces the high,” explains Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Robert Silver, author of Medical Marijuana & Your Pet: The Definitive Guide. “Dogs are extremely sensitive to THC, much more so than any other species studied.”

Silver believes there are uses for cannabinoid oil, derived from hemp, which has very low levels of THC; pet owners in an end-of-life situation with no hope of recovery have used it to ease pain, stimulate appetite and add quality to final days.

Reference: Tinyurl.com/PetMedical MarijuanaGuide

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by Brenda M. Tobin-Flood, DVetHom, Cert CN

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he month of November is recognized as National Pet Cancer Awareness Month and Pet Diabetes Month. And for pets that suffer from cancer or diabetes, it’s vital to keep them as healthy as possible with an excellent nutrition program.

Nutritional choices are critical, and one must carefully read pet food labels in an effort to choose only holistic, organic ingredients. One of the best ways to keep a pet’s diet healthy is to avoid high-carbohydrate foods, sugar and processed, commercial ingredients.

Amino acids are an essential dietary component for dogs and cats, but cancer cells often feed on amino acids first, leaving one’s pet with a nutritional deficit. Pet owners can offset this by feeding their pets plenty

of high-quality protein, which is a great source of amino acids. For individuals that feed their pets organic or holistic kibble, I suggest that their respective diets be supplemented with fresh raw chicken or turkey. Pets that are diabetic will benefit from a high-quality protein diet as well. The protein itself should come from real meat and not meat byproducts.

Most commercial pet brands contain as much as 24 percent protein content or higher. Conversely, most commercial raw pet brands contain less than 18 percent protein content. In many cases, diabetic pets run the risk of renal failure due to higher protein dietary intake. I once had a client whose elderly dog suffered from diabetes and had to take several shots of insulin per day.

Through consultation, we successfully transitioned her to a better diet, which eliminated the need for insulin. She was monitored by her veterinarian as well,

who was pleasantly surprised by the favorable results.

Cancer cells have a hard time metabolizing fats, so increasing certain fats in a pet’s diet is recommended. Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids, in particular, are very beneficial for cancer patients.

Mackerel, sardines, eggs, parsley, kale, spinach and cod liver oil are all high in omega-3 fatty acids. To make nutrients easier to digest and absorb, pet owners should steam and chop any green vegetables before feeding them to pets.

There are many types of cancers, and a large array of healing techniques—including homeopathy, essential oils, acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine—can be helpful in treatment. The cause of a pet’s cancer may not be easy to detect, but, generally speaking, the best way to help prevent cancer in pets is to build up the immune system with a diet free of fillers and additives—however, one that does include healthy supplements and oils— plenty of fresh, clean water; exercise; and sunshine. Walking is an easy way to get good exercise for both pet and owner. With cooler weather arriving, now is the perfect time to get into a walking routine.

There is no question of how much we love our pets. And by introducing a few helpful changes into a pet’s diet and lifestyle, healthier and happier days spent together could be in store.

For more information, call Wellness Matters owner Brenda M. Tobin-Flood, DVetHom, Cert CN, at 803-712-4522 or visit WellnessMattersOnline.com. See ad, page 15.

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Rosewood Market & Deli: Getting Holidays Done Right

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by Odell Williams

he holidays are here, and that means alluring aromas beckoning from the kitchen; wish lists; shopping lists; and shopping carts filled to capacity with loads of items for both the oven and the Christmas tree as shoppers in the Midlands make haste to prepare. Bargain hunters and comparison shoppers are busy looking for the best quality products at the best prices, and there is no better place to find both than at Rosewood Market & Deli, located at 2803 Rosewood Drive, in Columbia.

Rosewood Market & Deli is the perfect place to shop for fresh, high-quality foods and other products at very competitive prices this holiday season.

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Looking for great meal solutions to feed a hungry crowd without sweating it out in the kitchen? Well, Rosewood Market’s deli carries a wide variety of products sure to become popular party favorites. In addition to daily lunch and dinner specials made fresh, the store carries a tasty lineup of soups, salads, desserts, baked goods and deli items that will satisfy everyone from the strict vegan to the devoted carnivore. The menu is designed to accommodate various types of dietary needs. The store’s knowledgeable and friendly staff stands ready to help shoppers find food items and other products suitable for a wide range of prescribed diets and nutritional requirements—en-

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suring that fond holiday memories don’t turn into nightmares to forget.

And there’s more in store! On Saturdays and Sundays, a delicious brunch is served featuring both vegan and conventional breakfast items. For those on the go or heading to work hungry with no time to prepare breakfast, Rosewood Market & Deli is serving made-fresh breakfast sandwiches before 10:30 a.m., Monday through Friday. Rosewood’s Grab-n-Go Case is filled with classic and new favorites, such as vegan deviled tofu salad; tasty cranberry chicken salad; a wide selection of fresh wraps and salads; housemade sauces, dressings and spreads; and delicious sliced meats from Applegate Farms, which are free of hormones, nitrates and antibiotics. Whether serving large holiday crowds, organizing a festive event, or tailgating for a home or away game, Rosewood Market & Deli has it covered with a wide range of catered meals, boxed lunches and party trays.

Core values are important to store owner Bryan Tayara and to his qualified staff. They are committed to providing healthy, natural and earth-friendly products that support and promote better health and wellness. Shoppers will certainly find the normal food staples; however, at Rosewood Market & Deli, they will also find an extensive selection of wheat-free and gluten-free products, along with options lower in carbohydrates. Bryan and his team are dedicated to supporting and providing sustainable locally grown and produced organic products, which help to create and sustain jobs, stimulating the local economy.

Now, that’s great food for thought!

Whether looking for fresh ready-toeat deli items, delicious produce, choice meats, or natural health and beauty aids, Rosewood Market & Deli is the place for Midlands area shoppers to get shopping done right. Adds Bryan: “We want to make sure that family gatherings, events and holiday parties are highlighted by delicious and healthy dishes, great stocking-stuffer gifts and wonderful memories for years to come! Come see for yourself.

There’s always something good cooking at Rosewood Market just for you!”

To order, inquire about catering or for more information, call 803-256-6410 or visit RosewoodMarket.com. See ad, page 31.

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FOR GENUINE GOOD:

A Doorway to Hope

by Valerie Legette

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he holidays are Good Initiative strives to here. And for the infuse such individuals majority of us, with improved self-esthis time of year fosters teem and aid them in a compelling desire to acquiring sustainable life do something good for skills to support themothers; however, various selves. The For Genuine challenges can prevent Good Initiative firmly these actions from ocembraces the time-honcurring. The Oasis online ored philosophy that if store was established and you give a person a fish, designed to help elimiyou feed him or her for Randy & Valerie Legette–For Gennate charitable obstacles a day; but if you teach a uine Good–with Bobby Burnette– Love A Child International, Inc by empowering individperson to fish, you feed uals to make personal that person for a lifetime. purchases from a wide range of quality

The distribution process addresses products added daily while simultanenumerous critical needs, such as food, ously providing much-needed support to water, medical needs, housing, eduthose in need.

Here’s how it cation, sustainable work and entrepreworks: When purchases are made, 100 neurial programs. For example, fulfilling percent of the profit from each product the shipment order for just one of the purchased goes directly to meet the organization’s fundneeds of the less fortunate and needy. ing-award recipients for The funding is distributed through the food distribution alone For Genuine Good Initiative, a 501(c) requires $10,000 (the (3) nonprofit organization, to well-estab- manufacturer’s discountlished and reputable organizations, both ed price per container local and national, that work with and of protein-packed help the disadvantaged every day. meals, which feeds

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establish every remote medical clinic.

There are numerous project startups that are birthed through the efforts of the For Genuine Good Initiative, such as agriculture, poultry farms, entrepreneurial sustainability opportunities; efficient irrigation systems, filters and pumps for clean water; rocket stoves for faster, healthier and cleaner cooking; solar dehydrators to preserve food longer; portable toilets; and waste-disposal training. Each startup requires a financial seed investment ranging from $25 to $500. The organization also provides funding support to various other types of recipient organizations and individuals according to the specific need.

What an opportunity for the community to make a difference in the lives of those in need that are facing very difficult circumstances. Now is the time—and this is the way—to help give hope, and possibly, a fresh new start— particularly now that the holiday season has arrived.

The Oasis online store provides this partnering opportunity. Once a purchase is made, the order completion and distribution process is initiated. The end result is that countless lives are positively impacted and changed “for genuine good!” The For Genuine Good Initiative desires for those that have the heart to participate in the program and encourage others to do so, including sharing this life-changing opportunity through social media. It’s time to do good for others. Why not start today?!

To place an order or for more information, visit OasisOnlineStore.com. For those that wish to support the effort but not make purchases, visit ForGenuineGood.com or send a check or money order to For Genuine Good, 1229 38th Ave. N., Ste. 116, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. See ad, page 11.

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Festive Sips and Nibbles Vegan Holiday Treats that Everyone Loves

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or those that like to eat plant-based meals most of the time, the holidays can present a challenge. Social occasions from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day abound, including multicourse dinners and potlucks; tree-trimming and baking parties; neighborly hospitality; nibbling on treats while wrapping gifts; and gathering to watch a holiday movie.

Because so much is happening in such a short period of time, people often revert to serving traditional foods such as Aunt Mary’s cheese ball or Grandma Daisy’s three-layer chocolate bars. These vintage recipes, however, can be laden with processed ingredients. Foods that signaled holiday cheer ages ago need a tweak or two to satisfy today’s health-minded friends and family members. With traditional flavors of the season like aromatic spices, fresh rosemary and chocolate, plus a plant-based philosophy, family favorites can get a new twist.

Natural Awakenings asked cookbook authors, chefs and bloggers from around the country to help us celebrate wonderful holiday moments, big and small. Adding a plant-based nibble or sip not only helps party hosts stay on track, it also helps keep guests from over-indulging, so that everyone ends up enjoying themselves even more.

Addictive Nibbles

American-born Sandra Gutierrez grew up in Guatemala and now lives in Cary, North Carolina. As the author of The New Southern Latino Table and Empanadas: The Hand-Held Pies of Latin America, she shows how fresh, seasonal, Latino foods can add grace and flavor to any table. natural awakenings

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“In the South, appetizers can be as simple as shelled pecans tossed with spices,” she says. She applies the same easy treatment to pumpkin seeds, or pepitas, tossing them with ancho chile powder, cumin, coriander and other flavorings to bake in the oven until crunchy.

“These take only minutes to make and will keep for a few weeks if stored in an airtight container.” Then, when people drop by, she has a ready-made, plantbased, delicious nibble to offer with drinks.

Brother chefs Chad and Derek Sarno, of Austin, Texas, are the co-founders of WickedHealthyFood.com, a website devoted to plant-based eating habits.

Chad has co-authored (with Chris Karr) Crazy Sexy Kitchen: 150 Plant-Empowered Recipes to Ignite a Mouthwatering Revolution. Derek is the former global executive chef for Whole Foods Market. “Shoot for 80 percent healthy and 20 percent wicked, and you’ll be 100 percent sexy,” they advise with a wink.

A little indulgence is fine during the holidays, they say. “For vegans and vegetarians, think of your 20 percent as a

chance to let loose every now and again and enjoy whatever makes you feel a bit wicked—fats, sugars, salts, beer; you get the idea—unless you’re following doctor’s orders. We want you to eat for health, and as chefs, we want eating healthy to taste great.” For the holidays, they like to have easy, yet big-flavor nibbles on hand such as homemade popcorn flavored with fresh rosemary and truffle oil, or crunchy, roasted chickpeas that pack a little heat from sriracha, a homemade or bottled hot sauce.

Celebratory Sips

Sophia DeSantis, of Carlsbad, California, changed to a vegan diet because of her husband’s health issues several years ago. “We ate plant-based for one month and just kept on going,” she says. “Within three months, he was off all meds and hasn’t needed them since.”

That victory made her an impassioned vegan cook for their three children, as well. Whether preparing food for family or guests, she says, “I don’t even mention the type of food, because I simply make delicious dish-

es that just happen to be plant-based.

There are a million and one ways to redo traditional favorites.”

DeSantis makes her own pistachio milk for a special hot chocolate she serves during the holidays; she blogs her recipes at VeggiesDontBite.com.

Other options for plant-based sips include chilled, dairy-free eggnog, perhaps topped with coconut creamer and a dusting of freshly grated nutmeg.

Mulled cider or pomegranate juice, warmed in a stove pot with whole spices like cinnamon and cloves, plus slices of citrus fruits, add holiday flavors and aromas.

Having already prepared nibbles and sips handy in the pantry, freezer or refrigerator makes both planned and spontaneous hosting easier, as well as providing ready-made goodies to bring to other gatherings. “Then, there’s always something available you can enjoy,” says DeSantis.

Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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Truffle Spiced Popcorn

Spiced Pepitas These crunchy pumpkin seeds are lemony, salty, spicy and zesty, all at the same time. A handful of these toasted tidbits whets the appetite.

Yields: 2 cups 2 cups raw pumpkin seeds 1 Tbsp grated lemon zest 1 Tbsp lemon juice 2 tsp salt 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper ½ tsp ground coriander ½ tsp ancho chile powder ½ tsp cayenne pepper ¼ tsp garlic powder ¼ tsp sugar (optional) Preheat the oven to 375° F. In a medium bowl, toss together the pumpkin seeds, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, cumin, pepper, coriander, chile powder, cayenne and garlic powder.

Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes.

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and shake to redistribute the seeds, and then bake for another 3 minutes. Pull it out to shake the pan again. Then finish baking for 1 to 2 minutes or until the pumpkin seeds are crispy and golden without burning them.

This wicked, fresh, piping-hot popcorn is kissed with a simple blend of rosemary, onion and truffle oil.

Yields: 9 cups 2½ Tbsp grapeseed oil A bit less than ½ cup popcorn kernels 1 Tbsp truffle oil 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast ½ Tbsp onion granules ½ tsp fresh rosemary, minced Sea salt to taste

On medium heat, warm the oil in a large saucepan with a lid.

Remove from the stove and add all kernels in an even layer on the bottom of the pan.

Cover for 20 seconds to allow all the kernels to become coated and reach equal temperature so they all pop at once.

Place the covered pan back on the heat and shake it while it’s on the burner. The kernels will slowly begin to pop; once they start, crack the lid slightly to let out a bit of steam. Continue shaking the pan over heat until the popping stops.

Remove from the stovetop immediately and pour all popcorn into a large bowl.

Drizzle with truffle oil, nutritional yeast, onion granules, minced rosemary and sea salt. Shake and mix well before serving.

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Transfer to a cool baking sheet and cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

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Cocoa ½ to ¾ cup unsweetened baking cocoa or cacao powder ¼ to ½ cup date paste 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla extract Dash Himalayan pink salt For the pistachio milk, soak the nuts overnight in a bowl of water.

Beer-Miso-Sriracha Roasted Chickpeas Any favorite beer will work.

Yields: 2 to 4 servings 1 (15½ oz) can chickpeas or garbanzo beans, drained and set aside 1 Tbsp sriracha 1 Tbsp organic miso paste (any color) 1 /3 bottle of beer Black and white sesame seeds Dried chili to taste Smoked salt for garnish to taste Preheat the oven to 375° F. Whisk wet ingredients until mixed well.

Toss mixture with chickpeas.

Place mixture on baking pan and roast for 20 to 30 minutes, shaking and stirring periodically until mixture is evaporated and chickpeas begin to get color; beware of burning.

Garnish with sesame seeds and dried chili, maybe a little smoked salt.

Courtesy of Chad and Derek Sarno, WickedHealthyFood.com.

Frothy Hot Chocolate with Pistachio Milk Cozy up and indulge in this thick, creamy and rich hot chocolate made with whole food ingredients.

Yields: 2 servings Pistachio Milk ½ cup raw shelled pistachios 2 cups filtered water

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Rinse before placing them into a highspeed blender with the 2 cups of water.

Blend until the mixture is completely puréed and milky.

Strain mixture through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth; then add the nut milk back into the blender.

Add all other ingredients and blend at a high speed until thick.

Note: If using a regular, slower blender, re-warm the hot chocolate on the stove top. It may not be as thick and frothy but will taste good.

Courtesy of Sophia DeSantis, VeggiesDontBite.com.

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STAY SHARP Powerful Ways to Avoid Mental Decline

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by Lisa Marshall

slow descent into dementia seemed inevitable for a 66-yearold man that had been misplacing his keys, missing appointments and struggling at work. He failed doctor-administered cognitive quizzes and tested positive for a gene variant linked to an exponentially higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease. A brain scan revealed scattered clusters of sticky, amyloid plaque—a hallmark of the disease. His hippocampus, or memory center, had shrunk to rank in the lowest 17 percent of men his age.

Told there wasn’t much that could be done, he sought the help of University of California, Los Angeles Alzheimer’s researcher Dale Bredesen, a neurologist and founding president of the independent Buck Institute for Research on Aging. He recommended a personalized, 36-point plan, including

a high-fat/low-carb diet, intermittent fasting, strict sleep schedule, select dietary supplements and other lifestyle changes. Within three months, family members reported marked improvements in his memory. At 10 months, brain scans revealed his hippocampus had grown 12 percent.

“Such improvements are unprecedented,” says Bredesen, who described this and nine other hopeful cases in a provocative paper published in June in the journal Aging. “These are the first examples of a reversal of cognitive decline in pre- and early Alzheimer’s patients.”

Addressing the Sources

Bredesen is among a small but growing group of researchers, physicians, caregivers and patients challenging the conventional wisdom that the road to dementia goes one way, with no cure

Curcumin: This potent constituent in turmeric (the yellow spice that gives curry its flavor) has been shown to combat many of the problems that contribute to brain degeneration, including inflammation, free radical damage and high blood sugar. It also boosts growth of new brain cells.

Take 500 milligrams (mg) twice daily or eat a diet rich in curry.

DHA (docosahexaenoic acid): This omega-3 fatty acid serves as a key building block for brain cell membranes. Take 1,000 mg daily (derived from fish oil or algae) or eat lots of fatty fish.

Coconut oil: It’s rich in medium-chain triglycerides, an efficient, clean-burning fuel source for the brain. Take one or two teaspoons daily.

Probiotics: These help fortify the intestinal lining, reducing the gut permeability and inflammation that can impact cognitive health. They also support production of key neurotransmitters and the brain-derived neurotrophic factor brain growth hormone. Look for supplements or foods containing Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus brevis, Bifidobacterium lactis and Bifidobacterium longum.

B vitamins: High levels of the amino acid homocysteine have long been linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease; have levels checked and if they’re elevated, B6 and B12 can reduce them.

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or repair of damage done. They argue that the key to both prevention and reversal, at least in early stages, is to pinpoint its numerous drivers—from nutritional and hormonal deficiencies and exposure to infection to environmental toxins and harmful drugs—and attack them simultaneously. It’s a stark departure from the classic, often unsuccessful, one-pill treatment approach. Of the 244 clinical trials for Alzheimer’s drugs between 2002 and 2012, all but one failed.

“Imagine having a roof with 36 holes in it, and your drug patched one hole. You still have 35 leaks,” says Bredesen, who believes his synergistic approach—the Bredesen Protocol—can likely make Alzheimer’s drugs work better or render them unnecessary.

Skeptical colleagues point out that Bredesen’s paper described only 10 case studies, not a clinical trial. “It is intriguing, but not enough to make recommendations to physicians or patients,” says Keith Fargo, Ph.D., director of scientific programs and outreach for the Chicago-based Alzheimer’s Association. “The current consensus in the scientific community is that we do not have a way to reverse dementia.”

While agreeing that a larger study is needed, Neurologist David Perlmutter, of Naples, Florida, whose bestsellers Brain Maker and Grain Brain promote nutritional changes for supporting brain health, considers Bredesen’s study revolutionary. “To reverse Alzheimer’s in one patient is monumental, much less 10,” says Perlmutter.

They recently presented together at a conference organized by Sharp Again Naturally, a New York nonprofit that educates patients and caregivers about

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natural means of slowing and reversing cognitive decline.

After losing her mother to Alzheimer’s, the nonprofit’s co-founder, Jacqui Bishop, 74, stopped her own frightening decline by changing her diet and getting her thyroid hormone levels under control via supplements.

Now she’s helping others do the same.

She says, “We are trying to change the conversation from one of despair to one of hope.”

Mending Body and Brain

Key to Bredesen’s approach is the notion that instead of being one disease, Alzheimer’s consists of three sub-types with distinct drivers: inflammation or infection; harmful environmental exposures; and/or lack of neuron-nurturing hormones. To determine which one to target, he tests patients for blood-sugar, inflammation and hormone levels, heavy metals and critical nutrients such as D and B vitamins. Then he crafts a personalized plan.

He notes that the 10 years it can take to progress from subtle decline to full-blown Alzheimer’s provides a huge opportunity. “Ideally, we want people to come in when they have mild impairment or are asymptomatic,” says Bredesen, advising that tests be done for the APOE4, or “Alzheimer’s gene” in one’s 40s. “People have not wanted to know in the past because they’ve been told there is nothing they can do about it. We completely disagree.”

One way to stay cognitively sharp is to eat fewer carbs (which boost blood sugar) and eat more fat, says Perlmutter.

“There is a clear relationship between elevated levels of blood sugar and increased risk of Alzheimer’s.”

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One study, published in 2013 in the New England Journal of Medicine, tracked 2,067 healthy adults for seven years and found that the higher their average glucose level, even if they weren’t diabetic, the more likely they were to develop dementia. For instance, those with a level of 115 milligrams per deciliter were 18 percent more at risk than those measuring 100 milligrams per deciliter.

A 2012 study published in Neurology followed 266 adults for four years and found that those with higher blood sugar saw certain areas of the brain shrink 6 to 10 percent more than those with lower blood sugar. Gluten can also be problematic, advises Perlmutter, when it’s inflammatory and driving brain degeneration.

In contrast, good fat, like that in avocados, fatty fish, coconut oil and walnuts, serves as a foundation for neurons and an efficient, clean-burning fuel source for the brain. This is particularly helpful in someone with early-stage Alzheimer’s, says Bredesen, because the disease can make it harder for the brain to use sugar for fuel. In some cases, both doctors recommend an extremely low-carb, or “ketogenic” diet (fewer than 60 grams of carbs per day). Starved of carbohydrates, the liver produces fat-like compounds called ketones, a brain-fuel source shown to stimulate growth of new neural networks.

Bredesen also recommends 12 hours of fasting each night, with zero food intake within three hours of going to sleep. Fasting promotes a process called autophagy, by which the brain essentially cleans itself of damaged cellular material. Eight hours of sleep is also vital. According to University of

Rochester research, the space between brain cells opens up during sleep, allowing cleansing channels of fluid to flow more freely. “If you were operating your house 24/7 with no time to rest or clean, it would be disastrous,” says Bredesen.

“The same is true of your brain.”

Also, they say, keep teeth clean because bacterial infections, including those in the gums, have been shown to hasten formation of neuron-killing plaque. Also critically examine the prescription drugs being ingested. A recent study of 74,000 people published in JAMA Neurology found that regular use of heartburn drugs like Prilosec and Nexium increased dementia risk by 42 to 52 percent. Meanwhile, anticholinergic drugs like Benadryl and statin drugs prescribed to manage cholesterol have also been linked to increased dementia. “We see ‘statin brain’ all the time,” observes Perlmutter, who says once patients go off the drugs, they tend to get better.

False Hope or Sound Advice Fargo says researchers are keenly interested in many of the ideas in Bredesen’s paper. Although it’s too

early to endorse them, numerous studies are underway. But he wonders if some patients that assert that they’ve reversed dementia actually suffered from something else, like sleep apnea or depression.

Bredesen stands by his research, asserting that the 10 patients in his paper had all been formally diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or its precursors. One 69-year-old entrepreneur that was planning to close his business after 11 years of mental decline is now expanding it. A 49-year-old woman that scored poorly on neuropsychological tests showed no signs of cognitive decline when she was tested again nine months later. In all, more than 100 people have participated in the program.

“We have people that are four-and-ahalf years out and doing very well,” he says, noting that such strategies aren’t likely to work for someone with advanced Alzheimer’s.

In some cases, the results may be more subtle, but for those caring for a sick loved one, any positive progress means a lot. Paul Tramontozzi knows.

After his father, then 75, was

diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia, the New York City financial advisor attended a Sharp Again Naturally meeting seeking advice. “I was skeptical, but when the answer you get from everyone else is, ‘There’s nothing you can do,’ you become more willing to listen.” He took his father off his cholesterol medication, fed him spoonfuls of coconut oil daily and put him on a specific supplement regimen. His balance improved and he could participate in family outings again. “If you had told me a few years ago we’d be able to take Dad to a restaurant for his 80th birthday, I would have said, ‘No way.’ But we did.”

Tramontozzi says his father isn’t cured, but the advice he obtained facilitated more time together and insights on how to avoid a similar fate. “These are all things a healthy 37-year-old should be doing right now anyway. I just wish we’d found out earlier.”

Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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One-Person Pamper Party Natural Ways to Refresh and Renew

by April Thompson

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ampering ourselves isn’t a luxury so much as a necessity to refresh and renew mind, body and spirit.

A Spa Specialty

Spas have been synonymous with pampering throughout the ages. “Every civilization around the world has had some kind of communal gathering place for people to practice ‘self-healing’,” says Jeremy McCarthy, group director of Spa & Wellness for the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and author of The Psychology of Spas & Wellbeing.

From ancient Greek bathhouses to Japan’s beloved natural hot springs, spas have long served as sacred places of healing and restoration. Indeed, many treatments provided at today’s eco-spas draw inspiration from traditional uses of herbs, honey and olive oil to care for skin and hair.

Locally, natural spas’ pampering services may range from botanically based facials and mud masks to herbal body wraps and hot stone massage.

Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design certified spas take extra strides toward sustainability through efficient use of renewable energy, green building materials and sound stewardship of resources.

“Spas are more important to people today than ever,” says McCarthy. “In the modern age, we all need places to

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escape from technology, experience moments of quiet contemplation and feel the touch of another human being.”

He recently launched a new Digital Detox initiative at Mandarin Oriental hotels, where guests are encouraged to surrender their phones upon arrival at the spa to curtail online distractions. In spa relaxation rooms, they can instead access mindfulness activities such as journaling, note card writing, meditation or simply enjoying the silence.

More Pampering Spots

While busy people tend to put off selfcare, there are treats to suit any schedule or budget—from getting a quick manicure or pedicure at a neighborhood eco-nail salon to visiting a yoga or wellness center.

“I build pampering into my week.

If you don’t make time for you, who will?” asks Melanie Laporte, a makeup artist and freelance writer in Washington, D.C. “When your significant other or family members see you taking care of yourself, they’ll honor your time more. I remember Mom taking power baths and telling us, ‘This is my time.

I’ll be back in 30 minutes and then we can read together.’ We respected that.”

For a quick, healthy pick-me-up, visit an organic juice bar. Opt for businesses that feature fresh, whole ingredients rather than pre-mixed powders or

sugar-laden juices; to give the immune system an extra lift, add a natural booster shot of ginger or turmeric. Most grocery stores now carry cold-pressed juices that can pack as much as six pounds of produce into a single bottle.

An honored ritual that continues to restore spent spirits is drinking a cup of tea. Whether sipped at home, as a British high tea featuring an organic Earl Grey or as part of a traditional Japanese green tea ceremony steeped in Zen, tea time allows us to slow down and savor the moment along with the aromas in our cup. Also, antioxidant-rich tea is fortifying.

Salt room visits, another healthy pleasure that has spread throughout the U.S., dates back 150 years to an indigenous Polish practice. Research indicates that salt therapy, or halotherapy, can help improve conditions such as asthma and allergies and support the immune, nervous and lymphatic systems (see Tinyurl. com/SaltRoomPampering). Universally restful salt rooms also offer a unique sensory experience.

Another highly accessible way to treat body and mind is to move in a joyful way. Consider taking up a playful new class for de-stressing and stretching such as trapeze yoga, conscious dance or any other dance. Aerial yoga, using suspended trapeze-like supports, helps lengthen the spine and strengthen muscles in ways not easily achieved on the ground. Dance delivers health and fitness bonuses in the midst of having fun.

If we’re not in the habit of pampering ourselves, it’s time to stretch our beliefs about what we deserve. We’ll find bliss is an attainable luxury.

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

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ith 11,000 studios across the U.S., “Pilates continues to grow because an increasingly wide spectrum of people are discovering how it can benefit them,” says Elizabeth Anderson, executive director of the Pilates Method Alliance, in Miami.

Pilates instructor Amanda January, who works at The Carriage Club, in Kansas City, eventually became an instructor because, “I love the challenge of it. I had always been a dancer, and found Pilates provides the movement therapy that my dance classes lack.”

Current trends are combining Pilates not only with yoga, but also dance and even boxing. “My favorite fusion Pilates class is barre,” says Halley Willcox, a certified Pilates teacher originally from Austin, Texas, now a grad student at the University of Arizona, in Tucson. Barre classes mix classical ballet exercises with yoga and Pilates (see Tinyurl.com/Barre4Fitness).

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barefoot interval training. “No prior experience is necessary; the possibilities are endless,” comments Willcox.

Anderson believes, “The growth we’re observing is due to the fact that Pilates addresses fitness across the entire body, rather than parts. It creates a wonderful feeling of overall well-being; the exercise is done in a balanced manner on all planes and is coordinated with conscious breathing. Plus, it doesn’t cause injuries, it prevents them.”

Fosters Self-Confidence

“Through focus and breath awareness, Pilates, not unlike meditation and yoga, helps you become more aware of your body, which makes you more comfortable in your own skin,” says January.

Social psychologist Amy Cuddy’s TED talk, “Change Your Posture, Grow Your Confidence, Follow Your Dreams,” shares the results of her Harvard University research, which demonstrates how people that assume what she calls “power postures” actually change the

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chemistry in their brains, boosting confidence on many levels. Pilates is recognized as a highly effective way to improve posture.

Helps Coordination and Rehabilitation Many dancers and professional athletes access the therapeutic qualities of Pilates to help them recover from injuries and enhance balance and coordination. Anderson remarks, “With a qualified teacher, Pilates can be applied as a post-rehabilitation modality once post-surgery physical therapy is completed, to further strengthen the body.

Elite athletes such as professional dancers, baseball and football players, ice skaters and equestrians are also finding ways that Pilates can strengthen and assist them with their performances, well-being and injury prevention.”

One of the ways that Pilates helps is by affecting body fascia. “Muscles work together, not individually, within the fascia, and the best way to change the muscle is through resistance,” says January. “It’s why Pilates uses spring tension, resistance bands and even jumping. Pilates improves balance and coordination because all the muscles work together. The entire body is learning how to dance in unison with itself.”

Boosts Immunity “The more I committed to a regular Pilates practice, the more I noticed I wasn’t getting sick as often,” says January. “Pilates helps boost the immune system through reducing stress, a well-known contributor to disease. It’s accessible to people of all ages. You don’t have to be flexible or strong to begin, just willing.”

She offers this advice to beginners.

“Check out all the local studios to see what they offer. It’s best to start out taking classes twice a week with a certified teacher for two to three months.

That’s easy to commit to. Then you can see if Pilates is right for you.”

Aimee Hughes, a freelance writer in Kansas City, MO, is a doctor of naturopathy on the faculty of the Yandara Yoga Institute. Connect at ChezAimee@gmail.com.

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THE SENSITIVE CHILD How to Nurture

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by Maureen Healy

It is primarily parenting that decides whether the expression of sensitivity will be an advantage or a source of anxiety. ~Elaine Aron

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ighly sensitive children need extra nurturing care so that they can learn to see their sensitivity as a strength and begin empowering themselves with tools to tap into their positive traits such as insight, creativity and empathy, while simultaneously learning how to manage their rich emotional lives.

Elaine Aron, Ph.D., a practicing psychotherapist in Mill Valley, California, who studies sensitivity using functional magnetic resonance imaging, advises, “A highly sensitive child is among the 15 to 20 percent born with a nervous system that’s highly aware and quick to react to everything.” She offers a free online questionnaire to help assess a child’s level of sensitivity at HSPerson.com/test/highly-sensitive-child-test.

Highly sensitive children are incredibly responsive to their environments, from sounds and smells to the overall mood of people they encounter. Other indicators may range from a preference for quiet play to noticing details or asking many questions. With

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a sharpened sense of awareness, they are often gifted intellectually, creatively and emotionally, demonstrating genuine compassion early on.

The downside is that these intensely perceptive children can also be easily overwhelmed by crowds, noises, new situations or sudden changes.

Criticism, defeat and the distress of others deeply affect them.

Parenting a highly sensitive child can be highly rewarding, but some parents find it exhausting. Special skills help in gracefully raising a healthy, happy and well-adjusted sensitive child without wearing ourselves out.

Accept, rather than seek to change them. Embracing a child as being highly sensitive is step one. No one can change them into less sensitive, more traditional kids. Accept their specialness as part of the family’s shared journey.

See it as a gift. It’s easy to get frustrated or angry with a child if they continually cry, withdraw and shy away from social situations. Instead of viewing these behaviors as flaws, see them as providing the child a special gift.

Sensitivity often characterizes artists, innovators, prodigies and great thinkers.

Partner up. Sensitive children respond far better to requests for desired behaviors when acting in partnership with the adults in their life. Harsh discipline can elicit emotional meltdowns and outbursts of energy in temper tantrums, crying or yelling. Partnering with a child includes learning to avoid their triggers and giving them ready tools to use when they feel overwhelmed, such as breathing exercises. Professional counselors can help shape the relationship.

Focus on strengths. Remembering that a highly sensitive child may be incredibly talented is essential when they are acting out. Training ourselves to see a child’s strengths first— such as their incredible creativity, perceptiveness and keen intellect—helps us accept their challenges, such as being overwhelmed, highly emotional, introverted at times, shy, picky about clothes and other preferences, or overly active.

Create calmness. It’s worth taking the time to create spaces that match a child’s sensibilities. Create a “peace corner” at home designed to deliver the serenity that highly sensitive children crave by using just the right lighting, colors, sounds and surroundings; elements might include headphones, favorite plush toys and coloring markers.

Instill inner discipline. Establishing gentle structure and clear limits with respect goes a long way. Reasonable reminders of what’s needed now and why yield better results than shouting and warnings of consequences.

Connect with peers. Like everyone else, highly sensitive children are drawn to other “birds of a feather”, and getting these kids together to nurture each other’s strengths is good.

It may mean some extra effort by parents to help a child find kids that get along together and make play dates.

A highly sensitive child can be steered in a helpful emotional direction by well-adjusted, happy and healthy sensitive adults. Sensitive children need especially good role models because they are learning how to use their incredible gifts in a world that sometimes doesn’t value their inherent worth.

Maureen Healy, of Santa Barbara, CA, runs a mentoring program for highly sensitive children based on her social and emotional learning curriculum for K-8 students, child psychology training and current scientific research. She is the author of Growing Happy Kids and The Energetic Keys to Indigo Kids (HighlySensitiveKids.com).

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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.

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.

TUESDAYS NOVEMBER 1, 8 & 15 Healing Through the Senses–10-11:15am. An innovative approach to restoring physical, mental and emotional balance through guided explorations of sound healing, aromatherapy and acupressure for emotions. Recommended for women coping with chronic stress, anxiety and post-trauma injury.

Discretionary grant for women for trauma relief.

Preregistration required. St. Mark United Methodist Church, 3200 Lyles St, Columbia. Call: Pamila Lorentz, of Chi Energy Balance, at 803-749-1576.

WEDNESDAYS NOVEMBER 2, 16 & 30 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.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5 10 Signs it’s Time to Let Go–Noon-2pm–w/Dkr. Khozmiq Newage. Cost: $20. Seven Rays, 3701 N Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-404-4519.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5 & 12 Introductory Practical Spirituality Course–1011:30am. Nov 5 & 12 and Dec 3 & 10. Cost: Four classes/$100. Space limited. Kealey’s Counseling, 2214 Devine St, Columbia. Info: Call P. Kandis at 803-606-0621.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Harmony School Oyster Roast and Silent Auction–6pm. The 1,000-year flood a year later!

Come out and support this fundraiser. Our pre-K/ kindergarten children are still displaced from their building until we raise $150,000 to cover the gap between insurance and funding. Cost: $35, in advance.

Tickets available online or by contacting the school.

Harmony School, 3737 Covenant Rd, Columbia.

Info: 803-787-1899, HarmonySchoolSC.com.

Holiday Market–8:30am-2:30pm. Area artists, crafters and business owners are invited to participate as vendors in this sale. Shoppers can purchase paintings, handmade jewelry, home decor items, etc. Those interested in selling items should contact the host of this event, Crooked Creek Park, located at 1098 Old Lexington Hwy, Chapin. Info: 803-345-6181.

What to Do When You’re Stuck–Noon-2pm–w/ Dkr. Khozmiq Newage. Cost: $20. Seven Rays, 3701 N Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-404-4519.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Stormwater Best Management Practices–9am-3pm. A Training for contractors, professional landscapers and architects to learn the specifics of installing rain gardens, rainwater harvesting, shorescaping and more. Cost: Free. Clemson Sandhills Research and Education Center, 900 Clemson Rd, Columbia. Info: Contact Karen Jackson at Karen7@ Clemson.edu.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 When Everything Goes to Hell–Noon-2pm–w/ Dkr. Khozmiq Newage. Cost: $20. Seven Rays, 3701 N Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-404-4519.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Sleigh Bell Stroll–6:30-8:30pm. A nighttime family fun walk event held amid the festive light displays of the Holiday Lights on the River. For safety reasons, do not bring dogs. Cost: $5; 6 and under free. Parking info: All parking for the stroll will be located at Saluda Shoals Park’s East Entrance,

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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.

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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Sleigh Bell Trot–7-9pm. Certified 5K run. Check-in: 5-6:50pm. Join us for this unique, nighttime event held amid the festive light displays of the Holiday Lights on the River. For safety reasons, do not bring dogs. Parking info: All parking for the trot will be at Saluda Shoals Park’s East Entrance, 6071 St. Andrews Rd (between Wendy’s and the Aldi grocery store). Shuttles will return walkers from the west end of the park immediately following the run. Cost/register/info: 803-772-1228, ASmith@icrc.net, icrc.net.

Holiday Santa Market–8:30am-2:30pm. Complete your holiday shopping with art prints and paintings, handmade jewelry, ornaments, painted glassware, holiday wreaths and décor available for purchase. Free admission for shoppers. For vendor applications, contact the host of the event, Seven Oaks Park, located at 200 Leisure Ln, Columbia.

Info: 803-772-3336.

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monday Columbia Resilience Integrated Health–6-8pm.

4th Monday. Energy-balance modalities offered through trained practitioners for chronic stress and post-trauma relief. Recommended fee $10/session.

St. Mark United Methodist Church, 3200 Lyles St, Columbia. Info/to sign up as a practitioner: Call Pamila Lorentz, of Chi Energy Balance, at 803749-1576.

Infant Massage Classes–4-week series on Mondays. Parents and caregivers learn how to build confidence, develop a nurturing touch, and a massage routine for their babies. Cost: $75, person; $100, couple. The Balance Institute, 1905 Sunset Blvd, Ste C, W Columbia. Info/times: Call Liana Marconyak at 803-386-7261 or visit tbiHealth.net.

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.

Poetry Night at Good Life Café–7-9pm. Every 3rd Monday. Magnify Magnolias Poetry & Live Music Night/Open Mic. Good Life Café, 1614 Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-726-2310.

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, 2908 Devine St, Columbia. Info/to schedule an appointment: 803-851-4563.

Gala for a Greener Midlands–6pm. An event to support the beautification efforts in the Midlands and recognize award-nominated “green leaders” within the community. Silent auction, dinner, music and dancing. Holiday Inn and Suites, 110 McSwain Dr, W Columbia. Cost/table sponsorship/ticket purchasing: Call Keep the Midlands Beautiful at 803-733-1139, or visit KeepTheMidlandsBeautiful. org or Eventbrite.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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doTERRA Essential Oil Class–7pm. Every 2nd Tuesday. Wellness in the workplace. Free. Chiropractic Care Center, 7245 St Andrews Rd, Columbia.

Info: Call Patty Kranendonk at 803-730-9083.

Homeopathic Remedies Webinar–7:30-8:30pm.

Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday. Learn about safe and effective homeopathic remedies for you and your pets. Topic: Holistic and herbal immune support and which homeopathic remedies to use when suffering from a cold or flu. Live Q&A after the webinar. Info/ register: Call Brenda M Tobin-Flood at 803-7124522 or sign up and get the webinar link by emailing Info@WellnessMattersOnline.com.

Private Spiritual Readings–2-6pm–w/Dkr. Khozmiq Newage.Cost: $30 for 20 minutes. Seven Rays, 3701 N Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-404-4519.

wednesday Awaken Your Energy, Awaken Your Life–7pm. 2nd Wednesday. Align your energy to feel better, manage your life goals, and have better relationships. Cost: $30. 6 Cupola Ct, Blythewood. Info/registration: 803530-6199, 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.

Holistic Practitioners Networking Group–7pm.

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.

First Thursdays on Main–7-9pm. Live music with Palmetto Latin Orchestra. Good Life Café, 1614 Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-726-2310.

Gentle Yoga & Energy Balance–10-11:15am. Easy yoga stretches and postures for calming the nervous system and accessing “stress reset” points through self-care techniques and coping with chronic stress, anxiety and post-trauma injury. Class provided through Columbia Resilience and the Richland County Discretionary Grant for women for trauma relief. Preregistration required. Chi Energy Balance, St. Mark United Methodist Church, 3200 Lyles St, Columbia. Info/registration: Call Pamila Lorentz at 803-749-1576.

Private Spiritual Readings–2-6pm–w/Dkr. Khozmiq Newage. Cost: $30 for 20 minutes. Seven Rays, 3701 N Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-404-4519.

friday Rosewood Sidewalk Farmers’ Market–4-7pm.

Every Friday. Meet your SC growers. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

saturday Introductory Practical Spirituality Course–1011:30am. Nov 5 & 12 and Dec 3 & 10. Cost: Four classes/$100. Space limited. Kealey’s Counseling, 2214 Devine St, Columbia. Info: Call P. Kandis at 803-606-0621.

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

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Columbia Resilience has been awarded the 2016 Richland County disbursement grant to create the Hands for Peace Women’s Trauma Clinic.

Any experienced alternative health practitioners interested in volunteering (training available for volunteers on Trauma Clinic protocols) one day a week, please contact community health chair Pamila Lorentz at the Center for Health Integration at 803-749-1576.

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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 19, 26 and back page.

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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.

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PALMER DISTINCTIVE DENTISTRY Dr. Joe Palmer; Dr. Daniel Knause 134 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC 864-438-0903 • PalmerDMD.com

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Feeling scattered, disconnected, achy or fatigued? The CHI Energy Balance’s essential touch therapies help to restore, renew and revitalize the well-being experience. Services include CranioSacral Therapy, lymphatic drainage, directional healing, sound/vibrational therapies and integrative massage. Pamila Lorentz is also a Veriditas Trained Labyrinth Facilitator.

CHI also offers acupressure for emotions and Young Living therapeutic essential oils. See ad, page 33.

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

Allergy Testing. Autoimmune Diseases. Women’s Health. See ads, pages 7 and 43.

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-Flood, DVetHom, Cert CN 803-712-4522 WellnessMatters4U@yahoo.com

Brenda M. Tobin-Flood holds her degrees in veterinary homeopathy and canine nutrition from the British Institute of Homeopathy.

Brenda uses her extensive knowledge of human-grade essential oils, herbs and reiki for healing modalities, treating all types of animals, including farm and exotic. Phone consultations, home visits, barn visits, K-Kal requirements for canines, and nutritional consultations are also available. See ad, page 15.

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.

INTEGRATIVE & HOLISTIC MEDICINE EXPECT WELLNESS

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

Integrative/Holistic medicine consults for anyone wanting to approach their health more naturally. Dr. Rachel Hall is board certified in both family medicine and integrative holistic medicine. Together we will focus on finding the root of the problem, not just treating symptoms. Call today for a consult if you are looking to achieve balance. In-house diagnostic labs and therapies. See ad, page 29.

MASSAGE THERAPY A KNEAD FOR NURTURING Jenny Sepulveda 2908 Devine St, Columbia 803-851-4563

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 28.

ORGANIC MOLD AND PEST REMOVAL HOME RENEWAL INVESTORS LLC DJ Brown • 803-509-1980 djaredbrown@gmail.com HomeRenewalInvestors.com

Home Renewal uses the newest technology to kill indoor mold, odors and pests in about a day.

Results are guaranteed! Our oneof-a-kind process breaks down oxygen molecules and helps remedy 200 health issues. This nonchemical service saves as much as 99% less than the usual costs associated with wall demolition treatment methods. It is utilized by hospitals, government agencies, schools, medical facilities, historic buildings, museums and hundreds of residents. Contact the indoor air quality experts of Home Renewal for at FREE evaluation. See ad, page 5.

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OSTEOPATHY CENTER FOR OCCUPATIONAL & ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE Dr. Bettina Herbert 843-572-1600 • coem.com

Dr. Bettina Herbert, M.D., has 25 years of osteopathic experience and is board certified in Physical Medicine. Treatment uses gentle manipulation primarily using cranial osteopathy to relieve pain, improve performance and promote healing. See ads, pages 7 and 43.

SOLAR ENERGY VIVINT SOLAR

Joe McClintock, Energy Consultant 803-553-7865 Joseph.McClintock@VivintSolar.com

We, of Vivint Solar, are powering people by helping our customers s a v e m o n e y, c h o o s e t h e i r power source and shrink their environmental carbon footprint.

See ad, page 3.

SOUL CONTRACT READING THE SOURCE WITHIN YOU

Julie Bradshaw 803-800-9211 • Juleseck@aol.com TheSourceWithinYou.com

Before you came into this lifetime, you agreed to meet certain people and experience particular life lessons in order to further your soul’s growth and development. Contact Julie for a Soul Contract Reading to discover what contracts (agreements) you made and how they are impacting your life today.

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

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

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

THERMOGRAPHY ABOUT YOUR HEALTH INC.

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

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

Including one-on-one nutritional counseling, Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Reams pH testing, parasite programs, aqua-chi footbaths, far infrared sauna, weight-loss programs, and thermography. Hard-to-find natural, organic, whole food nutritional supplements, raw foods and natural household items. See ad, page 31.

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