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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.

16 YOUR MOUTH

TELLS A STORY

Functional Dentistry Connects Oral Health to Sleep Apnea and Heart Disease by Linda Sechrist

19 MINDFUL MINUTES FOR LITTLE ONES

Yoga Helps Kids Focus and Relax by Julianne Hale

22 THE POWER

OF FRIENDSHIP It Sustains, Nourishes and Supports Us by Judith Fertig

26 BIRD-WATCHING FOR BEGINNERS

Start with a Bird Feeder and Binoculars by Sandra Murphy

28 ANCIENT GRAINS

FOR MODERN PALATES Gluten-Free and Eco-Friendly Grains Gain Favor by Judith Fertig

32 ALYSSA MILANOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S

ANTI-AGING SECRETS Her Natural Lifestyle Choices Keep Her Young by Gerry Strauss

34 DEEP LISTENING

Our Wholehearted Attention Is Our Greatest Gift by Kay Lindahl

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7 communitynews

12 healthbriefs

13 healthspotlight 14 globalbriefs

15 dentalspotlight 16 healingways

19 healthykids 26 naturalpet

15 28 consciouseating 36 directory 39 calendar 41 classifieds

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omeone once said, “Friendship is like money—easier made than kept.” True statement and a life lesson well learned by most of us that have experienced the bumps, bruises and dings accumulated over the years from wild and wacky rides on the rollercoaster of friendship. Now, I love theme parks, even the twists, turns and exhilarating highs and lows of rollercoasters; however, when it comes to friendship … I prefer a much more stable, safe and predictable experience, guided by the guardrails of wisdom. On the journey of life, finding a true friend (more than one, if you’re lucky) is an essential element of the human experience. True friendship, this month’s editorial theme, should be a treasure chest of precious jewels, such as mutual sacrifice, sympathy, love, healing, encouragement, understanding and forgiveness—all rare commodities in today’s world filled with those in pursuit of nothing more than superficial Facebook and Twitter followers. Such individuals are looking for fans not friends. When it comes to painting a picture of true friendship, I believe no movie better illustrates that than E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, a 1982 blockbuster science fiction classic still very popular today. Coproduced and directed by Steven Spielberg, the movie tells the harrowing story of an unlikely friendship between a lonely boy, named Elliott, played by Henry Thomas, and the extraterrestrial “E.T.” Elliott befriends the pint-sized, adorable alien who finds himself stranded on Earth. The two develop a deep, loving bond as Elliott risks his very life to protect E.T. from harm and potential danger—ultimately helping E.T. to go home. Their friendship was put to the ultimate test, challenged by sickness, pursuing enemies, difficult circumstances, and even deep cultural and personality differences (ya’ think!). Through it all … persistence and dedication to their bond of unwavering love prevails as E.T. finds his way back home—such a great story! The interesting thing is that the concept for the film was based on an imaginary friend Spielberg created as a child in 1960 after his parents’ divorce. During this time, he filled his life void with an imaginary alien companion. Reflecting, Spielberg stated the imaginary alien was a “friend who could be the brother I never had and a father that I didn’t feel I had anymore.” Think of that … a movie that made millions birthed out of an essential need for companionship. Finding a true friend and companion can be like befriending an alien in a way. First of all … it’s RARE! Secondly, in a true friendship, one must learn to accept, embrace and sometimes tolerate an individual’s unique qualities and differences, even if they are completely unlike that of our own. This can prove quite challenging when the individuals come from two distinctly different worlds and cultural backgrounds. However, it is possible, and the recipe for friendship should always remain the same: one founded on the “precious jewels” of virtue referred to earlier—essential and irreplaceable ingredients. Whether buying a ticket for a rollercoaster ride or befriending an “alien,” the calculated risks are real. Even so, it is well worth it, and the potential lifelong rewards are priceless. Find a good friend … Better yet, be an irreplaceable friend. A friend always,

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communitynews The 12th Annual Black History Parade & Festival to Be Held at MLK Park

n Saturday and Sunday, February 6 and 7, the 12th Annual Black History Parade & Festival will be held at the Martin Luther King Jr. Park, located at 2300 Greene Street, Columbia (in the heart of Five Points). Taking place rain or shine, this historic event will be highlighted on Saturday by the Karamu (Swahili for a party) Black History Parade, featuring local bands, parade participants and vendors. On Sunday, attendees will have the opportunity to be entertained and inspired by the Karumu Gospel Celebration. Notable appearances will include Black Entertainment Television’s 2013 “Sunday Best Winner” Joshua Rogers; gospel poet Barry Dennis; gospel comedian Cory; local area church choirs and gospel jazz; interpretive dance; and much more. Cost: Free. For more information, call 803-361-5470, email FundsInc@FundsInc1. org or visit FundsInc1.org/1.html.

2016 Midlands Heart Ball

ime to put on that suit and tie for a great cause! On Saturday, February 20, the Midlands Heart Ball will be held at the S.C. State Museum, in Columbia. Starting at 6:30 p.m., the event is designed to bring together influential leaders from the corporate, philanthropic and medical communities to raise funds and promote the lifesaving work of the American Heart Association (AHA). The event is one of the region’s premier black-tie affairs, attracting more than 300 of the Midlands largest companies and most recognized corporate, healthcare and social leaders. The evening’s festivities will include dinner, entertainment, dancing and an exciting auction. By attending, participants have the opportunity to become a critical part of AHA’s mission. Location: S.C. State Museum: 301 Gervais St., Columbia. For more information, including ticket purchase and donor details, call 803-806-3091 or email Catherine. Ramsey@Heart.org.

Join the Midlands RETHINK Contest

on’t miss an opportunity to RETHINK! Tuesday, March 1, is the deadline to submit pictures and student-written descriptions of the best milk carton animal sculptures created by students at one’s school. K-12 students will be selected to participate in the annual Midlands RETHINK contest on Saturday, March 12, at Irmo High School as part of the S.C. Share Fair—a free event featuring hands-on, cognitive activities for educators, students and communities to engage with STEM education leaders and innovators. The contest is sponsored by Sonoco Recycle, a world leader in recycling, collecting more than 3.5 million tons of paper, plastic, metal and other materials annually. For participant submissions and more information, call Jane Hiller, Sonoco education director, at 803-779-0608, or email her at Jane. Hiller@Sonoco.com.

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communitynews A Knead for Nurturing Is Now Open

Knead for Nurturing, located at 1903 Marshall Street, Columbia, has opened its doors to serve Midlands area residents. This unique massage therapy spa combines uncompromising quality of care with affordability for individuals from all walks of life. The business is locally owned and operated by Jenny Sepulveda, a licensed massage therapist with more than 14 years’ experience. Sepulveda states, “Our mission is to use massage therapy to help individuals feel nurtured, reduce stress and find relief from chronic pain.” Teaming up with Sepulveda are therapists Hope Stroud and Carl Turner. Each therapist utilizes his/her own unique techniques in such treatment areas as reflexology, prenatal, craniosacral and Reiki. Call to schedule an appointment today. For more information, call 803-851-4563.

Riverbanks and PalmettoPride Partner to Ramp Up Recycling

uests visiting Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will soon notice more recycling bins located throughout the park. One-hundred additional containers will he Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) be placed in the Zoo and Garden has announced publication of the South Carolina Call for Information and Nominations for commercial with support from PalmettoPride. leasing of wind power on the outer continental shelf Riverbanks currently sells or uses off the S.C. coast. BOEM is asking interested parties to approximately 188,580 plastic submit nominations for commercial wind leases, thus allowing lessees to propose bottles, cans and glass bottles each the construction of wind energy projects to be developed after further environmenyear, which amounts to nearly 600 1/1 tal review and assessment. BOEM is using the call to gauge public interest in the pounds of waste that could be diSEI-Columbia designated call areas. The environmental assessment will take into account any verted from landfills and recovered 540-1216-NA-revitalize-PCMT-4x3 potential environmental and socioeconomic impacts associated with issuing comfor future use. Awakenings mercial wind leases and approving site assessment activities Natural within the lease areas. “The zoo is eager to make 4.75 x 3.25 recycling an integral part of the PK For more information, including contact categories, visit Energy.SC.gov or boem. guest experience,” says Laura 12/22 gov/South-Carolina. Caster, general manager of Service Systems Associates at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. “With PalmettoPride’s contribution, Riverbanks now has a new avenue for driving home the importance of making environmentally conscious decisions.” Riverbanks will place the Train TODAY for an exciting future in recycling containers next to every trash receptacle in the park, giving the more than 1 million guests that visit annually easy access to help with waste reduction. Sarah Lyles, director of PalmettoPride, adds that the organization’s partnership with Riverbanks has huge potential for altering adverse actions that impact the environment.

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2016 Fashion for Fighters Runway Show

n Thursday, February 4, from 6 to 9 p.m., join the Cancer of Many Colors Foundation for a fun night of fashion, food and music at the 2016 Fashion for Fighters Runway Show held at the Holiday Inn & Suites Columbia-Airport, 110 McSwain Drive, West Columbia. The event was created to support cancer survivors and help them feel confident and free from the dreaded disease for a moment as they walk down the runway. The models are the survivors. Prepare for a great night for an even greater cause highlighted by music, food and lively entertainment. The Cancer of Many Colors Foundation is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to helping local cancer survivors with unforeseen and unexpected expenses. It is through the help of its generous supporters that the foundation continues to help patients in need. Cost: $35 per person, $60 per couple in advance; $45 per person at door. For more information, including how to sponsor, call Paulette Criscione at 803957-1048 or email PCriscione@ CancerOfManyColors.com. Also visit CancerOfManyColors.com/ fashion-for-fighters.html.

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communitynews The 2016 Great American Cleanup

t’s time for the Great American Cleanup! Throughout the months of March, April and May, Keep America Beautiful, in partnership with Keep the Midlands Beautiful, is hosting the national Great American Cleanup campaign across the Midlands. The Great American Cleanup, the nation’s largest community improvement program, takes place every year from March 1 through May 31, and involves more than 3 million volunteers and participants comprising more than 20,000 communities across the nation. The cleanup program is designed and tailored to the unique needs of local neighborhoods and communities throughout the state and nation. Activities will include beautifying parks and recreation areas, cleaning waterways, holding recycling collections, picking up litter, planting trees and flowers, and conducting educational programs and litter-free events. Keep the Midlands Beautiful will loan out gloves, vests, bags and grabbers for the cleanup efforts. Campaign organizers ask that Midlands area residents and S.C. citizens, in general, display their Palmetto Pride by volunteering for this important cause. Keep the Midlands Beautiful can help group organizers pick geographic areas of need if needed. For more information and to register, call 803-733-1139, email Info@KeepTheMidlandsBeautiful.org or visit KeepTheMidlandsBeautiful.org.

S.C. DHEC Now Accepting Nominations for Spare the Air Awards

he S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control’s Bureau (DHEC) of Air Quality is accepting nominations for its 2016 Spare the Air Awards. Any project that can demonstrate reductions in air pollution in any part of the state last year is eligible. “Through partnerships and collaborative efforts of individuals, organizations and local governments, excellent work is being done voluntarily to reduce air pollution and conserve energy in South Carolina,” says Myra Reece, chief of DHEC’s Bureau of Air Quality. The intent of the awards is to show appreciation to those that have promoted a healthier environment through air quality initiatives that are sustainable and replicable; to educate and encourage positive behavioral changes that improve air quality; and to strengthen and build partnerships with businesses, organizations and the citizens of South Carolina. For more information, visit PalmettoCleanFuels.org.

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SWE Hosts the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition

riday, February 12, through Sunday, February 14, the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition will host its threeday showcase in the beautiful port city of Charleston featuring all that lovers of wildlife and nature enjoy. The popular event brings together people of all ages and walks of life: men and women, sportsmen and conservationists, artists and artisans, and fans and families. Through an incredible lineup of activities—from fine art exhibits to conservation education to sporting demonstrations to parties—attendees will have the opportunity to explore and enjoy the “wild” side of life and pay tribute to the naturally beautiful habitats of South Carolina. Created to promote wildlife and nature conservation, the exposition has grown to be the largest event of its kind nationally, with an average of 40,000 attendees and 500 artists, exhibitors and wildlife experts from around the world. Cost, times and locations vary. For more information, call 843-723-1748 or visit sewe.com.

kudos SCWF Appoints New Wildlife Habitat Manager

he South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) has named Laura BlakeOrr wildlife habitat manager. She will oversee SCWF habitat programs, including the Backyard, Community, Schoolyard, and Wildlife and Industry Together program, known as WAIT. SCWF has more than 6,000 certified Backyard Wildlife Habitats in South Carolina, making it number one in the nation for the number of sites per capita. The Backyard program has been extended to include churches, libraries, parks and businesses. The WAIT program encourages corporate landowners to integrate wildlife habitat needs into land management decisions. Currently, 27 industrial sites are certified. SCWF plans to significantly increase that number over the next three years. Blake-Orr brings more than three decades of experience as a corporate environmental professional and is a long-standing board member with Keep the Midlands Beautiful. The mission of SCWF is to conserve and restore South Carolina’s wildlife and wildlife habitat through education and advocacy. Kudos to you SCWF and Laura! For more information, visit scwf.org.

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Bifidobacteria Probiotic Fends Off Colds and Flu

n a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, researchers found that supplementing with bifidobacteria probiotics will reduce colds and flu. The study followed 581 college students for six weeks as they prepared for their final exams. During the study period, the students consumed a placebo or a daily supplement with one of three probiotics, including Bifidobacterium bifidum. The students given the bifidum supplement experienced significantly fewer cold or flu infections, and when they did succumb, the infection was generally less severe. The other probiotic supplements did not reduce colds or flu compared to the placebo for the six weeks.

Olive Oil Compound Kills Cancer Cells

esearchers from Rutgers University have found that an ingredient in olive oil will kill cancer cells in under an hour. The researchers tested a compound called oleocanthal, a central component of extra virgin olive oil, and found that it caused the premature death of cancer cells in the laboratory by puncturing cancer cell vesicles, called lysosomes. “We needed to determine if oleocanthal was targeting that protein and causing the cells to die,” says Paul Breslin, Ph.D., a professor of nutritional sciences in the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences at Rutgers and co-author of the study, published in Molecular and Cellular Oncology. The research also found that the olive oil compound didn’t damage healthy cells. Breslin states that the compound merely “put them to sleep” for a day, after which they resumed their normal, healthy functioning. Senior author David Foster, Ph.D., of Hunter College, points out that additional studies are necessary to determine if the compound halts tumor growth. “We also need to understand why it is that cancerous cells are more sensitive to oleocanthal than non-cancerous cells,” he says.

High-Fructose Sweetener Aggravates Asthma and Bronchitis

large study from the New York Medical College and the University of Massachusetts found that high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is linked to a greater risk of asthma and chronic bronchitis. The research included 2,801 people between the ages of 20 and 55 years old. The scientists utilized health data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey of 2003 to 2006 to compare people with a history of chronic bronchitis. The study measured the types of soft drinks consumed, eliminating risks related to known asthma relationships such as smoking. The researchers found those that drank five or more HFCS-containing sodas per week had an 80 percent increased incidence of chronic bronchitis. Greater intake of HFCS has also been linked with higher risk of other health conditions, including diabetes and obesity.

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he use of essential oils for therapeutic aromatherapy and aromatic stimulation is becoming more and more popular each year as millions of individuals worldwide move toward a more natural approach to maintaining better health and wellness. Essential oils are liquids that are typically distilled (most frequently by steam or water) from the leaves, stems, flowers, bark, roots or other elements of a plant. Essential oils are highly concentrated, containing the true essence of the plants from which they are derived. Most essential oils are clear, but some oils, such as patchouli, orange and lemongrass, are amber or yellow. Unlike most perfume oils, which are artificially created fragrances containing fabricated substances with very

little to no therapeutic benefit, the chemical composition and aroma of essential oils can provide valuable psychological and physical therapeutic benefits usually achieved through inhalation and/or direct application to the skin. In addition, most of the oils can be used internally. dõTERRA International LLC produces and distributes exceptionally high-quality certified pure therapeutic grade (CPTG) essential oils. In addition to a premium line of essential oils used by individuals and healthcare professionals alike, the company also offers other products that are naturally safe, purely effective and infused with essential oils, including personal care and spa products, nutritional supplements and healthy-living products. For an oil to be CPTG, it must be pure and natural, with aromatic compounds carefully extracted from plants; free from fillers or artificial ingredients; free from active quality dilution; free of contaminants, pesticides and/or chemical residues; rigorously tested for standards of chemical composition; cross tested using mass spectrometry and gas

• Frankincense: Sometimes referred to as olibanum, it offers a variety of health benefits, including chronic stress and anxiety relief, pain and inflammation reduction, and immunity support. • On Guard - Protective Blend: An immunity builder. • Oregano: Eliminates warts and skin tags and has anti-fungal properties. • Melaleuca (Tea Tree): Antibacterial properties. Great for wounds, cuts and skin issues. • Rosemary: Anti-infectious properties. Good for brain and memory function. As for relieving allergies, dõTERRA’s TriEase Essential Oil, a soft gel made up of a blend of lemon, lavender and peppermint oils, is effective in treating seasonal allergies—helping to clear breathing and reduce inflammation. As an important note, one should always refer to the dõTERRA Essential Oils product specifications and treatment guidelines for proper usage. Maintaining good health through effective preventive care and proper lifestyle choices is vital in the pursuit of long life and vitality. Essential oils serve as a natural and effective alternative to traditional (and often unhealthy) products and brands on the market today. For more information about the benefits of dõTERRA Essential Oils, call William Richardson at 803-665-2943 or email WRichardson.doterra@gmail.com. See ad, page 10.

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

Green Goalposts

Super Bowl Eco-Stadium Gains National Spotlight The 50th Super Bowl will take place February 7 at the brandnew Levi’s Stadium, in Santa Clara, outside San Francisco, and the anniversary isn’t the only thing that’s historic. As part of a trend toward sustainability in athletic facilities, it’s the greenest and most technologically advanced professional football stadium in the U.S. The structure is designed to support sustainability, located on a site with accessible public transportation plus a bike path to encourage fans to pedal to and from games. Its predominantly open and airy, environmentally friendly building plan also takes advantage of the Silicon Valley climate. One outstanding feature is the green roof atop the suite tower on the west side of the stadium. Another is the three solar bridges connecting the main parking area to the stadium that generate energy from hundreds of solar panels. All of the wood used was repurposed from a local airplane hangar at Moffett Field, in Mountain View, California, and other reclaimed building products were used where possible. Reclaimed water sources serve potable and non-potable uses, including playing field irrigation. The local suppliers providing farm-to-table food menus also are required to practice composting and recycling to the greatest extent possible. For more information, visit LevisStadium.com.

Nice Spice

McCormick Going Non-GMO McCormick, the world’s largest spice company, plans to eliminate almost all genetically modified (GMO) ingredients from their product line by 2016. In response to increased consumer demand for healthier options, 80 percent of its overall gourmet herb and spice business in the U.S. will be both organic and non-GMO by 2016, as well as all McCormick-branded herbs, spices and extracts sold in the U.S. They will voluntarily label the updated products to inform consumers as part of a commitment to transparency and consumer education. The first product introduced, a non-GMO vanilla extract, is already available. McCormick also uses steam treatments in its processing to preserve the health benefits of spices instead of the ionizing irradiation used by competitors. Although food radiation is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, some studies link it to significant health problems. “Our consumers are increasingly interested in quality flavors with pure ingredients in their food,” says McCormick President and Chief Operating Officer Lawrence Kurzius. “Our efforts prove that we are listening to consumers and are committed to continuing to evolve.” Source: NaturalNews.com

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Ocean Wear

Adidas Using Plastic Ocean Debris to Make Shoes Athletic shoemaker Adidas has teamed up with New York-based Parley for the Oceans, a multidisciplinary organization with a passion for protecting the oceans, to make footwear out of garbage. Available soon, the soft upper part of the shoe is knitted entirely from waste and debris pulled from the ocean, including yarn and fibers—just some of the estimated 5.25 trillion pieces of trash in the sea. With no extra material left over, nothing goes to waste; the shoes also incorporate illegal fishing nets taken from poachers. Adidas executive Eric Liedtke suggests the technology could move beyond shoes and find its way to T-shirts, shorts and other apparel. A full line of similar consumer-ready products will be integrated into the Adidas line this year. The larger issue goes beyond recycling and repurposing to avoid waste altogether. Plastic takes more than 450 years to decompose, so conservationists and researchers at Parley for the Oceans hope to re-imagine plastics by designing a renewable solution. In cleaning up our oceans, we protect ecosystems, food sources, jobs and local economies. Source: Upworthy

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Things You Probably Don’t Know About

Your Child’s Dental Health by Gregory J. Wych, DDS

any people have heard about the connection between heart disease and periodontal (gum) disease. Over the past decade, numerous organizations in medicine and dentistry have discussed the link and various correlations between bacteria in the oral cavity and infections that contribute to cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Research also suggests that there could be a link to Alzheimer’s disease and sleep apnea. Recent studies indicate contributing correlations with asthma, allergies, bruxism (nightly tooth grinding), and even poor sleep and learning habits in children. It’s true! Here is some new and very interesting information regarding dental health that may give us something to think about with respect to our kids … and maybe even ourselves. For years, the traditional orthodontic (braces) treatment for kids with crowded teeth was extraction of the four bicuspids (teeth behind the canines) and then retracting the teeth backward. This process often resulted in many children suffering from collapsed midfaces as they grew older, contributing to the development of sleep apnea. Why? Because retracting the teeth backward reduces the airway’s volume capacity, often resulting in troubled breathing at night. Impacted individuals usually snore, are restless sleepers, grind their teeth, and drift in and out of critically important REM sleep. Some even develop gastric reflux issues. Current research has revealed that children that grind their teeth at night suffer from restless, unfulfilled sleep patterns, many times leading to a lack of concentration and poor performance in school. There can be numerous other root causes for sleep disruption. Many kids today have undiagnosed and undetected food and dairy allergies, which can lead to the constriction of a child’s airway, resulting in troubled breathing and the various other symptoms previously mentioned. In fact in many cases, medications are prescribed

by pediatricians to treat the various conditions that surface. So, where does one turn? A good first step could be to consult one’s dentist about these problems. Unfortunately, some dentists are unable to recognize the probable root causes of the symptoms exhibited. Seeing an ears, nose and throat specialist, especially one working with a myofunctional therapist, can help provide answers and solutions to a child’s recurring issues. Myofunctional therapists are trained to work with both children and adults. They retrain and rehabilitate individuals in key functional areas, such as proper breathing, swallowing, word formation and speech habits. Allergists can also provide great assistance as well. Finding and working with a qualified orthodontist that utilizes the more effective technique of enhancing airway space by oral arch expansion, rather than one that still uses the “old school” extraction and retraction method, can prove to be very beneficial. In light of current research and the information available, extracting and retracting teeth to make a crowded smile look better is not the best treatment option. It very well could result in a lifetime of problems! Life is tough enough, and certainly just paying attention to and staying on top of a child’s dental hygiene and proper oral health is hard enough. Even so, parents and caregivers still must be vigilant and mindful of potential oral and dental issues that could arise. It is important to consult a dentist or orthodontist with regard to proper oral and dental hygiene and the safest and most effective treatment options. The friendly and very capable staff at the Children’s Dental Group of South Carolina, located at 7210 K Broad River Road, in Irmo, stands eager and ready to help individuals and families in need of assistance. For more information, call 803-781-5141 or visit SCChildrensDentalGroup.com. natural awakenings

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Functional Dentistry Connects Oral Health to Sleep Apnea and Heart Disease by Linda Sechrist

he focus of functional medicine—whole person health care—easily expands to include dentists trained in oral systemic health. Currently embraced by a small percentage of today’s farsighted dentists and doctors, this relatively new field of prevention and wellness views the mouth as a key portal when considering the status of the whole body. Similar to the way doctors of Oriental medicine assess the heart’s pulse to help diagnose health issues throughout the body, these systemic health dentists consider the gums, tongue, teeth and throat to be key signals of overall health. American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH) Executive Director Bobbie Delsasso was a periodontal hygienist for more than 30 years before becoming a consultant and public speaker on the larger perspective. “I taught patients about the importance of good nutrition and alerted them to consult their physician regarding what their mouth health might indicate about their body’s health,” she says. While the academy educates dental professionals to understand the internal workings of nutrition and what the mouth reveals about overall well-being, “Less than 6 percent of physicians even learn adequate basics of nutrition in medical schools,” she notes.

Cardiovascular Health Links Beyond nutrition, academy curricula for dentists now include such titles as Arteriology and Vascular Inflammation – The Oral/Systemic Connection, based on a course designed for medical professionals by physician Bradley Bale and Amy Doneen, an advanced registered nurse practitioner, co-founders of the Bale/Doneen Method for the prevention of heart attack, stroke and diabetes.

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Mike Milligan, a doctor of dental medicine, founder of Eastland Dental Center, in Bloomington, Illinois, and AAOSH president, explains that heart attack and stroke are triggered by an inflammatory process which can be initiated or exacerbated by periodontal disease and abscessed teeth. Thomas Nabors, a doctor of dental surgery and an authority in molecular analysis and genetic risk assessment for periodontal diseases, provides clinical proof that supports the growing association between medicine and dentistry. “Since our inaugural AAOSH conference [in 2010], Bradley, Amy and Tom have continued to provide the current science and clinical backdrop to the oral/systemic connection to cardiovascular wellness,” says Milligan.

Respiratory Health Links

Other vital advances in oral systemic health involve treating airway concerns such as snoring and sleep apnea. “Snoring is typically caused by muscles and tissues relaxing in the throat and mouth, resulting in decreased space in the airway passage and vibration of tissues. Eventually, individuals can develop sleep apnea, which can also result in hypertension and other problems,” advises Milligan. In sleep apnea, the sleeper’s breathing pauses often or produces hypopnea, slowed or shallow breathing for 10 or more seconds at a time. Fewer than five episodes per hour is normal, with five to 15 considered mild apnea, 15 to 30 moderate and more than 30 severe. Although 20 percent of Americans may have sleep apnea—typically associated with insomnia, tiredness and less oxygen in the body—95 percent of affected individuals go undiagnosed. To help, Milligan suggests that before going to bed we lower the thermostat in the bedroom and avoid drinking alcohol, smoking, watching television or working on a computer. Improved breathing helps assuage snoring, sleep apnea, asthma, hay fever and nasal congestion. Milligan cites Patrick McKeown’s work, explained in his book The Oxygen Advantage. An authority on the Buteyko Breathing Method, McKeown explains how improved breathing dramatically improves oxygenation, releases more energy and supports lifelong health and well-being. Muscle retraining using orofacial myofunctional therapy can help prevent sleep apnea and also abate temporomandibular joint disorders. This new field is concerned with orofa-

cial functional patterns and postures when teeth are apart, their status 95 percent of each day and night. It also retrains muscles to keep the tongue at the roof of the mouth and the lips together to prevent breathing through the mouth, correct swallowing function and eliminate poor oral habits such as thumb sucking. Three mechanical treatments for sleep apnea include mandibular advancement oral devices used to move the lower jaw forward, a continuous positive airway pressure machine to aid airway functioning, or surgery, which is the last resort. “The real opportunity for catching and preventing this is with children 5 to 10 years old, when their jaws are developing,” says Milligan. He further cites links discovered between the mouth and brain. “Oral spirochetes, which normally live in the mouth, have been found in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. Dr. Judith Miklossy, from the International Association for Alzheimer’s, spoke at an AAOSH conference about the link between oral bacteria and dementia, and Garth Ehrlich, Ph.D., professor of microbiology, immunology and otolaryngology at Drexel University College of Medicine, addressed rheumatoid arthritis and certain types of cancers. All of these links are more than enough reasons why good oral hygiene is essential to good health,” says Milligan. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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Mindful Minutes for Little Ones Yoga Helps Kids Focus and Relax by Julianne Hale

merican kids’ school, after-school and weekend schedules now rival the hectic pace of their multitasking parents. Like their adult counterparts, youngsters need time to decompress from the pressures of life and be present in their own skin, and yoga provides the tools to accomplish this. Most adults take to their yoga mat to create harmony in their body and mind, increase flexibility and balance, build muscle tone and strength, and because it makes them feel great. These same benefits apply to children as their developing bodies and minds respond to yoga on a deep level, both on and off the mat.

Start with Watching Breath “Breathing and mindfulness practices are important for children,” explains Mariam Gates, the Santa Cruz, California, creator of the Kid Power Yoga Program and author of Good Morning Yoga and the upcoming Good Night Yoga. “There is so much that children are not in control of in their everyday lives; to give them a way to physically

process their experience, to self-soothe and find their own internal source of strength, is crucial.” “Having kids experience simply paying attention to their breath as it comes all the way in and moves all the way out can serve them well in every area of their lives going forward,” says Gates. In the classroom, it transfers to learning skills benefited by the ability to focus. From toddlers to teens, children can have a difficult time processing and controlling their emotions, which are vital life skills. Carla Tantillo, founder of Mindful Practices, a Chicago-area wellness organization, has found that yoga and the practice of mindfulness help children express themselves in constructive ways. She observes, “In any situation, especially in communities where reactivity, impulsiveness and violent solutions are modeled, yoga empowers children to pause and take a breath so they can own what’s happened, move through it and move on.” “I like yoga because it makes me feel like there is calm all around me,” natural awakenings

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says 8-year-old Biko Cooper. Dee Marie, the Boulder, Colorado, founder and executive director of Calming Kids, a nonprofit program that integrates yoga into the classroom to foster a nonviolent atmosphere, says, “When a child learns through yoga how to feel a sense of themselves and begins to understand their self-worth and stand tall in their power, they can begin to regulate their breath and their emotions.” These invaluable skills stay with children through adulthood.

Step into Yoga Together

Educators are starting to take notice of yoga’s benefits for children, including those with attention deficit disorders or autism, but yoga practice is still rare among school-age children. As encouragement, “Make it fun,” advises Gates. “It’s essential to create experiences that feel accessible and enjoyable for kids. They must feel empowered to do it themselves and take over the experience.” Six-year-old Carmen Wheeler likes doing yoga with her dad. “Yoga gets me feeling strong and it really calms me down,” she says. Music can help children relax and focus during their practice. Soothing basic instrumentals are good to start; an Internet search for yoga music for kids reveals many options. Parents can assist by incorporating yoga into a child’s daily bedtime ritual. “Do whatever they are willing to do with them,” counsels Marie. “Start by lying on the bedroom floor, doing stretches and focusing on

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breathing. Then move to the bed and teach some relaxation and visualization techniques.” Marie cautions parents against insisting that their child’s yoga practice mirror their own. “We have to meet children where they are.” Adults think that yoga has to look a certain way, but sometimes children don’t necessarily want to do the postures we’re familiar with. The best teaching reaches each individual child in a way that resonates with them because yoga is a lifestyle, not an exercise regimen,” she says. Yoga novices and parents that prefer specific guidance can take advantage of local studio classes for children and families or use DVDs, online streaming services and instruction books. Kevin Day, age 5, regularly starts his days with a Boat pose. “I like it because you can do it with a friend,” he says. Lisa Flynn, the Dover, New Hampshire, founder and chief executive officer of ChildLight Yoga and Yoga 4 Classrooms, is optimistic about the future. “In 10 years, I envision social and emotional learning, yoga, and mindfulness integrated at every school and mandated by educational policy,” she says. In addition to improved physical, social, emotional and cognitive health and wellness of the students, teachers and parents, she foresees “a positive shift in the overall school climate.” Julianne Hale is a freelance writer and Natural Awakenings franchise magazine editor in Cleveland, TN.

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THE POWER OF FRIENDSHIP It Sustains, Nourishes and Supports Us by Judith Fertig

For a reason, a season or a lifetime, friends help us cope with challenges, motivate our best work and celebrate life. Friendships take many forms, crossing generations and self-imposed boundaries, and even spring up between unlikely confidants.

hildhood friends Matt Damon and Ben Affleck collaborated on the Oscar-winning screenplay for Good Will Hunting. Fierce tennis competitors Serena Williams and Caroline Wozniacki like to get together for a gal-pal getaway after a major match. Country music artists Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood married following an 18-year friendship; “We had a lot more in common than I ever dreamed we did,” says Brooks. Rafts of research confirm how friendship enriches us. Carlin Flora, of New York City, spent years as a Psychology Today writer and editor before penning Friendfluence: The Surprising Ways Friends Make Us Who We Are. She notes that among the varied and perhaps unforeseen benefits, friendships can help us “shed pounds, sleep

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better, stop smoking and even survive a major illness.” An ongoing, two-decade-plus study of nearly 1,500 seniors by the Flinders University Centre for Ageing Studies, in Australia, found those with a large network of friends outliving others with the fewest friends by 22 percent. The University of Chicago National Opinion Research Center also reports people with five or more close friends as 50 percent more likely to describe themselves as “very happy” than those maintaining fewer confidants. “Friends past and present play powerful and often unappreciated roles in determining our sense of self and the direction of our lives,” says Flora. “Even in a supposedly meritocratic society, friends give jobs and assignments to each other, so having

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friends that share your career interests and aspirations can get you much farther than you could ever get on your own.”

Make New Friends, Keep the Old Today, making and keeping friends can be challenging, due to distance, frequent life changes, overprotective parenting and substituting social media for more intimate face time. It all makes friendship more fluid than we might realize, says Shasta Nelson, the San Francisco founder of GirlFriendCircles. com, a women’s friendship matching site and author of Friendships Don’t Just Happen: The Guide to Creating a Meaningful Circle of Girlfriends, plus the upcoming book, Frientimacy, about deepening such relationships. “Most of us replace half of our close friends every seven years,” says Nelson. Although this might seem alarming, she considers it a natural ebb and flow. “We all need a couple of very close friends, while others that come and go might just be what we currently need—at work or school, among firsttime parents, in a new neighborhood, starting a job, in retirement or during some other life change,” she says. Canadian Greg Tjosvold, a married middle school teacher in Vancouver, Canada, has enjoyed great friendships with women, including his wife, partly because he doesn’t relate to men’s generally competitive nature and interest in sports. But when a close female friend moved away, he wanted to expand his circle to include men. He joined a group called The Barley Brethren that sample craft beers and talk about life. Although not into suds, he values “having a safe and enjoyable place to discuss deep issues, victories and temporary setbacks.” He admits, “That’s over-simplification, though.” Finding a group of men he can feel a part of has validated him, making this unique man still feel like one of the guys. Nelson categorizes the concentric circles of developing friendship as starting with a mutually agreeable acquaintance or contact, and then moving emotionally closer with someone that we find similarities with. Then the

original bond can enter the confirmed friend category. A group of friends, like a longtime book club, can constitute a community. The highest level is the committed friend that has evolved into a trusted and valuable life companion. Sarah Huntsman Reed, a medical counselor in Kansas City, Missouri, has such a lifelong friend. She met Doug Reed, now a pharmacist, when both were in their high school musical, Once Upon a Mattress. Reed had a great sense of humor, Sarah remembers. “He’s still the most honest yet kindest person I’ve met,” she says. Soon, their mothers became friends, too, and the two teens would pair up for family weddings. Then she went to college and married and he moved away; yet they stayed in touch through mutual friends and their moms, catching up in person when he returned to his hometown. Seventeen years after they first met, by which time Sarah was divorced, the two discussed taking their friendship to the next level and soon married. “It was a big decision to commit, because we knew so much about each other,” she says. “But we prefer each other’s company, and it was the best thing we ever did.”

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Safety Net In trying times, friends can surround us with positive energy, says Madisyn Taylor, co-founder and editor-in-chief of the spiritual blog DailyOm, in Ashland, Oregon. “The people we love form a protective barrier that buffers and shields us from many of the world’s more crippling blows,” including receiving hurtful slights from others. How we make friends has been altered by today’s social landscape, which includes working parents and Amber Alerts. The days of children freely roaming their neighborhood discovering friends to play with are, unfortunately, over, says Jennifer S. White, a Toledo, Ohio, blogger and author of The Art of Parenting: Love Letters from a Mother. “My long-term friendships from childhood were all built around being neighbors and playing together just because we wanted to,” recalls White. With today’s safety concerns and work-life challenges, parents now set up playdates, a more structured, less organic way of fostering childhood friendships, and they must be proac-

Everyone from contemporary scientists to ancient philosophers agrees that having strong social bonds is probably the most meaningful contributor to happiness. ~Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project tive to ensure success. White has some misgivings about this modern-day approach. “When I think about that one little gleaming seed of truth at the heart of why, it’s often because I don’t think it’s fair that I have to be a popular ‘playdate mom’ for my kid to have some friends.”

Besties and Buddies

Automatic playdates—with siblings—often enhance family ties through lifelong friendships. Sally Ekus is a culinary talent representative in Florence, Massachusetts. Her younger sister, Amelia, is the general manager of Twitter Cafe, in New York City, and lives in Brooklyn. Both foodies have knife-and-fork tattoos. Sally is more into meal ingredients and preparation, while Amelia loves pouring wine and making sure everyone is comfortable. “Together,” says Sally, “we create total hospitality, from lavish Passover seders to Friday nights with friends.” She notes that her sister is the only other person who understands what the world looks like through the Ekus girls’ perspective. Some adults might never meet faceto-face, but become friends via social media. American Jamie Schler, co-owner

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of the Hotel Diderot, in Chinon, France, with her native-born husband, says, “Social media [especially Facebook posts] is how I meet and make personal friends and keep in touch on a daily basis. As an expat, this is important because I often feel far from family and friends that understand me, share common interests and ideas and speak the same language—and I don’t necessarily mean English.” Her high-tech circle ranges from hometown pals to new friends in the food community and political forums. She raves, “It’s a place where I find them all at the same time!” Nelson remarks, “No one is saying Facebook should replace visits, nights out and phone calls, but in a world where most of us wish we felt closer to a few more people, it doesn’t hurt to use every tool at our disposal for creating connections.” Differences in age needn’t be a hurdle in forging friendships. Candelaria Silva-Collins, an arts marketing professional in Boston, attended area social gatherings where she regularly encountered a museum director and his wife. “They seemed like a fantastic couple,” she says, and began a friendship with the older woman, despite their being from different generations. “My friend teaches me a lot about being vital and vibrant,” she says.

Expanding Circles Becoming friends with people of different ages, languages and social standing gives us a spiritual workout, advises Nelson. With a master’s degree in divinity, Nelson views friendship as a type of health club in which we develop our empathy, forgiveness and compassion muscles through practice. “Friendships are the way we become better people,” she says. Furthermore, the process, especially with people unlike us, leads to a better world. “Being able to inherently care for people we know makes it easier to do the same for people we’ve not met yet,” says Nelson. World peace happens one friend at a time. Freelance writer Judith Fertig also blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot. com from Overland Park, KS.

Heart-2-Heart Talk

from Garner’s Natural Life by Emily Crawford, RN, CNHP

he month of February is recognized nationally as American Heart Month and is also highlighted by National Wear Red Day, celebrated this year on Friday, February 5. Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S., killing 1 in 3 women a year—equating to one death every minute. For this reason, it is necessary that women explore every possible avenue of preventive care in support of a healthy cardiovascular system. The American Heart Association cites that diet, exercise, stress reduction and adequate sleep are essential to better health. Adding good fats, omega-3 fish oil or plant-based omega products as a part of one’s diet can improve cholesterol, decrease diabetes risk, lower blood pressure and promote heartbeat regularity. Mixing a scoop of flax or chia powder into one’s smoothie is also a great option. A National Institutes of Health study reveals that ongoing sleep deficiency is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and stroke. Adults should get seven to eight hours of sleep each night. There are many natural remedies and practical tips to help improve sleep quality for individuals that wake up multiple times at night or simply struggle to fall asleep. Helpful and healthy ways to encourage good sleep include setting up a good bedtime

routine, enjoying a cup of bedtime herbal tea, using lavender essential oil or drinking a glass of powdered magnesium before bedtime. Using adaptogens, unique herbs that have the ability to help the body deal with stress, can also be beneficial in the pursuit of better sleep and improved heart health. Two adaptogens of choice are ashwagandha and rhodiola. These particular herbs help to properly regulate the stress hormone cortisol, which often leads to healthy weight loss due to decreased stress levels. Abnormal cortisol levels can lead to disrupted sleep patterns, weight

gain and increased stress. Some prescribed medications may deplete essential nutrients the body needs while treating the conditions for which they are prescribed. Many blood pressure or cholesterol-lowering medications can cause deficiency levels in B vitamins, calcium, magnesium, zinc, coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and other nutrients. It may be necessary to supplement the process with certain nutrients. For example, CoQ10 can help with side effects resulting from the use of a statin drug for the treatment of high cholesterol. It also helps to decrease cholesterol as well. It is important to consult one’s doctor and do the proper research to ensure that the body is getting the necessary nutrients to support good health. Remember to wear red this month in honor of women’s heart health. But, also remember to support your own health by practicing prevention. Garner’s Natural Life has an experienced and capable staff ready to help those on the journey to better health and wellness—including heart health! Garner’s Natural Life is located at 4080 Forest Dr. (in Trenholm Plaza), Columbia. For more information, call 803-454-7700. See ads, this page and back page.

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Bird-Watching for Beginners Start with a Bird Feeder and Binoculars by Sandra Murphy

or those that love animals but can’t provide a home to a domestic pet, wild birds are just outside the window. Between 50 and 60 million Americans list bird-watching as a hobby. To start, all we need is a bird feeder. For safety and comfort, position feeders near a tree or bush at least 15 feet from windows. Scott Logan, an Audubon Society board member in Sherman Oaks, California, cautions, “Birds stay alert for predators. An unmarked window looks like an escape route. They won’t see the glass.” Products like Window Alert, a decal that reflects ultraviolet rays birds see but humans don’t, can prevent a crash. A book on local birds will describe the best food to attract them, whether residents or just passing through. Bluebirds love mealworms. Hummingbirds like floral nectars and orioles prefer citrus flavors. Cardinals and jays dine on sunflower seeds. Always provide unseasoned, unsalted seeds. In cold weather, also remember to hang homemade suet combining one part organic regular fat peanut butter with five parts organic, nonGMO (genetically modified) corn meal. Pour fresh water in the birdbath daily, change hummingbird nectar every three days and discard moldy seeds and old suet. Feeding year-round doesn’t interfere with migration, according to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, in Ithaca,

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New York. Migration, nest building, feeding a new family and staying warm in colder weather require substantial calories. “American goldfinches are social and will stay to eat,” adds Logan. “Blue jays and titmouses are ‘grab-andgo’ birds.”

Join in the Fun

In Arlington, Texas, Cathy Stein, owner of EclecticDesignChoices.com, will participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count this year from February 12 to 15 (Audubon.org/content/aboutgreat-backyard-bird-count). “One easy resource for identifying birds is Merlin, the free app from Cornell Lab,” says Stein. “Take the bird’s picture, which is helpful in identifying details that can be overlooked or forgotten otherwise.” Merlin works like facial recognition for birds, comparing eyes, beaks and tails to species in its database by location (Merlin.AllAboutBirds.org). Audubon’s free app includes birdcalls (Tinyurl. com/AudubonFreeBirdApp). Jon Weber-Hahnsberg, a 12-yearold volunteer at the Dallas Zoo, and his seven-member team won last year’s statewide birding competition hosted by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department by identifying 72 species in 12 hours. “Now I’m hooked,” he says. “Outside the city, there are snowy egrets, waterfowl, hawks and owls to see.” National wildlife refuges managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are suitable birding sites for both

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novices and pros. Here are some tips for beginners. Focus on big, easy-to-see birds. Sandhill crane tours are a hit in Mississippi and other Gulf Coast states (fws.gov/refuge/Mississippi_ Sandhill_Crane). Concentrate on birds that travel in flocks. Common redhead ducks migrate in great numbers to the Texas coast each winter (Tinyurl.com/ LagunaAtascosaBirdlife). Look for standouts, birds with characteristics that capture the imagination, like the speed of a peregrine falcon, large wingspan of a California condor or unusual color of Florida’s roseate spoonbills. (Visit fws.gov/refuge/ Cape_Meares and fws.gov/refuge/ JN_Ding_Darling.) In Maine, see puffins at the only colony that allows visitors to go ashore for a close-up look

I think the most important quality in a birdwatcher is a willingness to stand quietly and see what comes. Some people are very competitive in their birding. Maybe they’ll die happy, having seen a thousand species… but I’ll die happy knowing I’ve spent all that quiet time being present. ~Lynn Thomson, Birding with Yeats: A Memoir

Fine Feathered Facts What to do with a stranded baby bird: Tinyurl.com/OrphanedBabyBirds Comparing bird and human vision: WindowAlert.com/bird-vision Find wildlife refuges by state: fws.gov/refuges Live bird cams: Cams.AllAboutBirds.org (MaineBirdingTrail.com/MachiasSealIsland.htm). Not a refuge, ownership of the island has been disputed for two centuries.

Incredible Hobby

“Keeping a life list of birds you’ve seen, when and where, is not only fun,” says Nate Swick, author of the recent Birding for the Curious, in Greensboro, North Carolina. “It brings back memories of a time and place. Birding takes you places you wouldn’t think of. I’ve birdwatched in local landfills, as well as in India and Central America.” A particularly impressive sight was a shearwater, found 30 to 40 miles into the Atlantic Ocean off the North Carolina coast, a species that only comes to land during breeding season. “Each bird has an incredible story,” he says. “Migrating birds that arrive exhausted and hungry after flying hundreds of miles will often look for local birds like chickadees that act as the welcome wagon, showing where food, water and a safe rest area can be found.” Erika Zar, a catalog copywriter in Madison, Wisconsin, happened upon the nearby Horicon Marsh Bird Festival (HoriconMarshBirdClub.com/for-visitors). “Everyone seemed so meditative, hiking in quiet groups. It was peaceful,” she says. “Listing the birds they saw on checklists was like a scavenger hunt for adults.” Zar immediately bought binoculars, but soon traded them for a better pair. “Bird-watching opened my eyes to a new world right in front of me,” she says joyfully. “I’d just never looked or listened closely enough before.” Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com. natural awakenings

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Ancient Grains for Modern Palates Gluten-Free and Eco-Friendly Grains Gain Favor by Judith Fertig

ncient grains are making a comeback. Grown since Neolithic times about 10,000 years ago, varieties of barley, corn, millet and rice have helped assuage the hunger of many communities. Today, yellow millet, dark red whole-grain sorghum, brown quinoa and exotic black rice can help alleviate food shortages. According to Harry Balzer, an expert surveyor of food and diet trends with The NPD Group, concerns about grains and gluten have prompted about a third of Americans to try to cut back on both since 2012. About 1 percent of the population has celiac disease, estimates the Celiac Disease Foundation, but many more prefer not to eat gluten. Many ancient grains are naturally gluten-free, including amaranth, buckwheat, millet, quinoa, rice and teff. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some think that a grain-free way of eating is healthier and also better for the planet,â&#x20AC;? says food writer Maria Speck,

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic and non-GMO (genetically modified) ingredients whenever possible.

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of Cambridge, Massachusetts, author of Ancient Grains for Modern Meals and Simply Ancient Grains. “But that may be too simplistic, a characteristic of many diet trends.”

Better for Our Health

Whole grains fill us up and provide fiber, both necessary for maintaining optimum digestion and weight, says Kathleen Barnes, a widely published natural health expert in Brevard, North Carolina. Eating more whole grains has been previously associated with a lower risk of major diseases such as Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, based on studies by the University of Minnesota and Lund University, in Sweden. Qi Sun, assistant professor in the Harvard School of Public Health department of nutrition, agrees that whole grains are one of the major healthful foods for prevention of major chronic diseases. He’s the lead author of a new Harvard study of data associating consumption of whole grains with a 9 percent reduction in overall mortality and up to 15 percent fewer cardiovascular fatalities during two 25-year-long research initiatives that followed 74,000 woman and 43,000 men. The researchers cited substituting whole grains for refined grains and red meat as likely contributors to longer life. “Whole grains are nutritional powerhouses, packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, beneficial fiber and even some protein,” observes Speck. With a German father and a Greek mother, she grew up in two cultures where grains are a part of everyday meals. “We eat them because they taste good.”

Better for Local Farmers

Sourcing and eating more organic and GMO-free whole grains (absent modified genetics) can help support local farmers, Speck maintains. Choose barley from Four Star Farms, in Massachusetts; heirloom grits from Anson Mills, in South Carolina; quinoa from White Mountain Farm, in Colorado; or heirloom Japanese rice from Koda Farms, in California.

Better for the Planet

Ancient grains require fewer natural resources to plant, grow and harvest. According to the Water Footprint Network, a pound of beef, millet and rice require 1,851, 568 and 300 gallons of water, respectively, to produce. Substituting grains in diets is a sustainable alternative to meat, and they grow on grasslands that now inefficiently support livestock. According to University of Cambridge Professor of Engineering David MacKay, it takes about 25 times more energy to produce one calorie of beef than one calorie of natural grain. Ancient grains can add variety and flavor to meals and a wealth of them are as close as the gluten-free aisle of a neighborhood grocery or health food store. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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Cooking with Ancient Grains To make the soup, heat a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Swirl in the oil and wait until it shimmers. Add the onion and ¼ tsp of the salt. Stir occasionally, until the onion just starts to brown at the edges, about 5 minutes.

Buckwheat and Beet Soup Yields: 4 servings 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1½ cups chopped red onion (1 medium) ¾ tsp fine sea salt 2 tsp minced garlic (2 cloves) ¼ tsp dried thyme ¾ tsp dried savory or ½ tsp more dried thyme ¾ cup raw buckwheat groats (not kasha) 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper 2 cups raw shredded beets, preferably red (1 large or 2 small) 1 to 2 tsp honey 1 cup purified water (approximately) 2 tsp sherry vinegar, or more as needed Horseradish Yogurt ¾ cup whole milk or 2% Greek yogurt 3 Tbsp retail horseradish, with liquid ¼ tsp fine sea salt ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Stir in the garlic and the herbs thyme and savory, and then cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely, so as not to burn the pieces. Stir in the buckwheat groats and cook, stirring occasionally and monitoring, until the grains take on some color, about 2 minutes. Add the broth (beware of splatter), the remaining ½ tsp salt and the pepper and bring to a boil, scraping the bottom of the pan.

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Decrease the heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook until the buckwheat is tender, about 15 minutes.

Yields: 4 to 6 servings

While it simmers, prepare the horseradish yogurt topping: Combine the horseradish, salt and pepper in a small bowl and beat until smooth using a fork. Season with more salt and pepper to taste. To finish, stir in the beets and 1 tsp of the honey and then add about 1 cup of water to reach a preferred consistency. Remove the pot from the heat, cover and allow to sit for 5 minutes until the vegetables soften. Add the vinegar and taste for seasoning. Depending on the beets’ sweetness, maybe add another teaspoon of honey and a bit more vinegar to balance it, and perhaps a tad more salt and pepper. The seasoning is forgiving because the topping will bring the flavors together. Ladle the soup into four bowls, garnish with a dollop of the yogurt topping and serve at once.

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Black Rice ¾ cup black rice 2 whole green cardamom pods 1½ cups boiling purified water Porridge 1 cup half-and-half, plus more as needed 3 Tbsp maple syrup, or more as needed ¾ tsp ground cardamom 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries 4 to 6 Tbsp pomegranate seeds, for garnish 3 Tbsp lightly toasted chopped plain pistachios, for garnish Start the rice the night before: Add the rice and cardamom pods to a large, heavy saucepan. Pour over the boiling water, cover and let sit at room temperature or overnight (or chill, covered, for up to 2 days). The next morning, make the porridge: Add 1 cup of half-and-half, the maple syrup and ground cardamom to the saucepan with the rice, cover and bring

to a boil over medium-high heat.

Stir in the millet and green olives.

Uncover, decrease the heat to retain a lively simmer, and cook, stirring once occasionally, until the rice is tender with a slight chew, 5 to 7 minutes.

Taste for salt and pepper and adjust (keeping in mind that olives and feta cheese are typically salty). Remove the pot from the heat, sprinkle with the feta and cover to allow the cheese to soften.

Remove the cardamom pods, if preferred. Add the blueberries and simmer gently until they are warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes more.

To prepare the shrimp (or tofu), season them with salt and pepper.

To finish, add ¼ to ½ cup more halfand-half to reach a desired consistency. Taste for sweetness and adjust with more maple syrup if needed. Divide between 4 to 6 breakfast bowls. Top each bowl with 1 tablespoon of pomegranate seeds and 1 teaspoon of chopped pistachios. Serve warm.

Greek Millet Saganaki with Shrimp and Ouzo Millet 1¼ cups purified water ¾ cup millet 1 bay leaf Pinch of fine sea salt Saganaki 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion (1 small) 1 clove garlic, peeled and slightly crushed 1 small hot green chili, minced (optional) ¼ tsp fine sea salt 2 Tbsp tomato paste 1 (28-oz) BPA-free can whole tomatoes, crushed in a bowl ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper ½ cup green pimiento-stuffed olives, halved if large 4 oz coarsely crumbled Greek feta cheese (about 1 cup), preferably made from sheep’s milk Shrimp 1 lb jumbo shell-on shrimp from a reputable fishmonger, deveined and patted dry (or substitute firm tofu, cut into bite-sized pieces) Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 /3 cup ouzo or other aniseflavored liqueur ¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley To prepare the millet, bring the water, millet, bay leaf, and salt to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan. Decrease the heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.

Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over high heat until it shimmers. Add the shrimp. Cook, undisturbed, until the shrimp or tofu pieces turn golden, 1 to 2 minutes, and then flip them with a spatula and cook until the shrimp are just opaque throughout or the tofu has warmed through, 1 to 2 more minutes, depending on the size. Add the ouzo and cook until it’s syrupy, about 30 seconds. Using a spatula, briskly remove the shrimp from the pan and arrange on top of the millet. Sprinkle with the parsley and serve at once. All recipes adapted from Simply Ancient Grains or Ancient Grains for Modern Meals, by Maria Speck, courtesy of Ten Speed Press.

Remove from the heat and let sit covered for 5 to 10 minutes. Uncover, remove the bay leaf and set aside to cool. Meanwhile, make the saganaki. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat until it shimmers. Add the onion, garlic, chili and salt; cook, stirring frequently, until the onion softens and turns light golden, about 5 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, until it darkens, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes with their juices and the pepper; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Decrease the heat to maintain a light boil and cook, uncovered, for 3 minutes. natural awakenings

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Alyssa Milano’s Anti-Aging Secrets Her Natural Lifestyle Choices Keep Her Young by Gerry Strauss

lyssa Milano has grown up, and most of us have grown up with her. From her days as preteen tomboy Samantha Miceli on Who’s the Boss? to witchy woman Phoebe Halliwell on Charmed, the actress has been a vibrant, relatable and beautiful persona we’ve come to know via television. She was even named a UNICEF ambassador in 2004. Today, with a young family, her Touch licensed sports apparel line, and the wisdom that accompanies adulthood, her commitment to a natural, eco-friendly lifestyle has become another hallmark of her life.

and athletic. Tony would bring in a tap dance teacher and Judith a private trainer during lunch breaks. Being tutored on the set, I had no physical education classes or sports activities, so it was super-important for me to see how self-motivated they were to stay fit and in shape. Their example instilled a desire to take care of myself as an adult.

I think everything that you put into your body has a connection to how well we function in daily life. As a mom of two, eating organic is a priority; when organic is not an option, it’s about finding the healthiest accessible choices. I eat tomatoes like other people eat fruit and love papaya. I would put avocado on anything. I also like to cook with healthful herbs and spices like garlic and onions, which is natural for an Italian like me. We keep genetically modified foods out of our house.

As an advocate of breastfeeding, which benefits do you think are especially good for mother and child?

What connection do you see between eating organic foods and maintaining the energy level that your busy life requires?

Which fitness habits embodied by others have you made your own?

In my Who’s the Boss? days, Tony Danza and Judith Light were always active

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What role does nature play in your daily life?

I love being outside in my organic garden three or more times a week. Also, the kids and I regularly head outside, which is an easy place to keep them happily and healthfully occupied without my having to jump through hoops.

In the beginning, a primary benefit is giving your child quality nourishment, including healthy antibodies and other goodies to support health. As they start eating solids, it’s still about maintaining that intimate connection until they’re ready to be weaned and you’re ready to surrender this last physical bond.

How do you balance family life with your acting career? It’s a hard balance for anyone, especially one who’s detail-oriented and a bit of a perfectionist, like me. The most important thing is to be in the

moment, doing the best I can every day. I’ve also learned to be kind to myself when I’m failing to do so or something is annoying me due to some unfortunate imbalance.

How do you and your husband keep both your friendship and love vibrant? We work hard at maintaining a good and healthy marriage, which can be tested in tough times. I believe that it’s vital to have the ability to laugh; you have to find humor in things, reminding yourself and each other that there is something funny in every daily activity, no matter how mundane or hard. When there’s no time to eat together or be intimate, shared laughter is an easy thing to achieve together. Done daily, it can only make the marriage stronger. We enjoy date nights once or twice a week when my parents take care of the kids. I’ll put on mascara and change out of yoga pants, even if we’re just hanging out together. Then we do little things like asking how each other’s day went and caring about the answer. We also look for ways we can help each other throughout the week.

What actions does your family emphasize in being stewards of the Earth? We try to be as eco-friendly as possible, including having lights on timers, conserving water and being kind to animals. I cannot stress how important it is to visit a farm and organic gardens and orchards with children so that they see where their food comes from. We can’t take good food for granted.

In addition to a naturally healthy lifestyle, what else do you credit for your enduring youthfulness? My secret is happiness. I’ve always said that as long as my laugh lines are deeper than my frown lines, I’m living a good life.

Gerry Strauss is a freelance writer in Hamilton, NJ. Connect at GerryStrauss@aol.com. natural awakenings

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DEEP LISTENING Our Wholehearted Attention Is Our Greatest Gift by Kay Lindahl

erhaps one of the most precious and powerful gifts we give another person is to really listen to them with quiet, fascinated attention and our whole being; fully present. Deep listening occurs at the heart level, and we must ask ourselves how often we listen to each other so completely. Such listening is a creative force. We expand, ideas come to life and grow and we remember who we are. It brings forth our inner spirit, intelligence, or true self, and opens up the space for us to thrive. Sometimes we have to do a lot of listening before another’s inner being feels replenished. Some people just need to talk and go on and on, usually in a superficial, nervous manner. This often happens because they have not been truly listened to. Patience is required to be a listening presence for such a person long enough that they get to their center point of tranquility and peace. The results of such listening are extraordinary. Some would call them miracles. Listening well takes time, skill and a readiness to slow down to afford time for reflection and to let go of expectations,

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judgments, boredom, self-assertiveness and defensiveness. When two people listen deeply to one another, we sense that we are present not only to each other, but also to something beyond our individual selves; something spiritual, holy or sacred. Once we experience the depth of being listened to like this, we naturally begin to listen to be present with another. We notice what occurs when we interrupt someone and when we don’t. We watch what unfolds when another stops speaking and we ask, “Is there anything else?” Listening is an art that calls for practice. Imagine if we all spent just a few minutes each day choosing to practice the art of listening; of being fully present with the person we are with. Being truly listened to and understood yields a sigh of contentment and joy. Kay Lindahl, of Long Beach, CA, is the author of The Sacred Art of Listening, from which this was adapted with permission from SkyLight Paths Publishing.

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Effective Listening Practices by Kay Lindahl Pay attention to the environment. Stop other activities to listen. Clear your desk. Turn off background noise or move to a quiet corner. Be present. Listen with an open, appreciative and curious mind rather than evaluating what’s being said. Put your own agenda aside. Stop talking. One person speaks at a time without interruption. Listen for understanding. No one is required to agree with or believe what they hear. Let empathy and compassion take the lead; put yourself in their shoes. Ask for clarification. It can help a listener understand what’s being expressed. Pause before speaking. Allow the speaker to complete their thought, and then wait a few seconds before responding. Also ask, “Is there anything else?” There almost always is. Listen to yourself. Inquire of your inner voice, “What wants to be expressed next?” Signal that they’ve been heard. Encouraging body language includes empathetic facial expressions, nodding and sympathetic postures. Adapted from The Top Ten Powerful Listening Practices on the author’s website SacredListening.com.

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

Christina A. Boswell has more than 25 years accounting and bookkeeping experience. Boswell is a member of the SCACPA (SC Association of CPAs) and the AICPA (American Institute for CPAs). Her customized services include general ledger review and adjustments, bank reconciliations, light payroll services, quarterly/ annual payroll tax filings (including preparation of W-2s and 1099s), monthly tax filings and more.

ACUPUNCTURE THE ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC

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

Bill Skelton is dedicated to helping people live happier, healthier, active lives with safe, gentle and effective techniques. He has 38 years’ experience and trained in the Republic of China. Call to schedule an appointment. See ad, page 23.

AROMATHERAPY GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE

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

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

BUSINESS COACH/LIFE COACH MATRX COACHING

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

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CHIROPRACTIC CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER INC.

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

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

FAMILY PRACTICE OF CHIROPRACTIC

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

It is our mission to provide the community with the highestquality chiropractic care possible. Exceeding your expectations in a caring, modern and positive environment. Restoring the body’s natural healing process. A holistic approach to health utilizing chiropractic, massage therapy, exercise therapy, nutrition, weight management and homeopathy. See ad, page 41.

COLLABORATIVE LAW LAW OFFICE OF SHANNON K. BURNETT

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

Shannon Burnett helps families through legal issues that normally tend to tear families apart. She works in a collaborative fashion with other trained professionals to minimize the damage done to your family; it is her goal for your family to achieve a successful outcome and healthy resolution. See ad, page 9.

COLON HEALTH SPRING RAIN HYDROTHERAPY

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

All disease begins in the colon. Constipation; slow, sluggish bowel; gas and bloating? A colonic will help to rid you of these problems. Colonics promote good digestion, help speed metabolism, help lower cholesterol, and help relieve joint pain. Linda Salyer is IACN certified and a retired nurse. Special pricing every third week of the month. See ad, page 20.

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CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY CENTER FOR HEALTH INTEGRATION

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

Feeling scattered, disconnected, achy, or fatigued? CHI’s essential touch therapies help to restore, renew and revitalize the wellbeing experience. Services include: Craniosacral therapy, lymphatic drainage, directional healing, sound/vibrational therapies and integrative massage. CHI also offers accupressure for emotions and young living therapeutic essential oils. See ad, page 29.

DENTIST ART OF DENTISTRY

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

Dr. Wych and his staff are committed to giving each patient the quality care and attention each desire and deserve. He believes that in dentistry, discovering the cause of the problem is the key to resolving it and to preventing its recurrence. Something he has done successfully for his patients for more than 28 years. Call today to schedule your appointment. See ad, page 3.

FOREST DRIVE DENTAL CARE

Dr. Joanna Silver Dover, DMD 5101 Forest Dr, Ste A, Columbia 803-782-8786 • ForestDriveDental.com

Dr. Dover provides comprehensive, and compassionate dental care. BPA- and Bis-GMA-free composites, BPA-free occlusal guards, natural periodontal therapy, fluoride-alternatives for tooth remineralization, and mercuryfilling removal following IAOMT standards using supplemental oxygen, special filters and amalgam separators to keep toxic metals out of our waterways. See ad, page 5.

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

Biological Dentistry using the highest standards of biocompatible dentistry as defined by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. One-visit crowns, laser-assisted periodontal therapy and ozone therapy; fluoride-free office. See ad, page 21.

ESSENTIAL OILS doTERRA-CPTG® ESSENTIAL OILS William Richardson 109 Coots Way, Irmo • 803-665-2943 WRichardson.doterra@gmail.com

Dedicated to sharing, teaching and educating others in the uses and common applications of doTERRA’s Certified Pure Therapeutic-Grade Essential Oils. William offers Aromatouch Therapy, extensive knowledge of Reflexology, biological surveys and is available for personal consultations and classes. Call for consultation. See ad, page 10.

FUNCTIONAL & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE CENTER FOR OCCUPATIONAL & ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE Drs. Lieberman, Weirs & Herbert 843-572-1600 • coem.com

Preventative and Personalized Health Care w/more than 75 years of combined medical practice. Board-Certified Environmental, Functional and Integrative Medicine. We get to the root cause of your illness. Allergy Testing. Autoimmune Diseases. Women’s Health. See ad, page 2.

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.

HEALTH/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COACHING KATHY COOPER

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

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

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SPLITTING ASSETS

Coulter Roberson, CDFA 803-261-3537 • SplittingAssets.com

A divorce can be a very stressful and complex time in one’s life, particularly in the area of financial transition. With more than 15 years of experience helping women transition through the financial challenges generated by divorce, certified divorce financial analyst Coulter Roberson can help. She regularly hosts training for civic organizations, women’s groups and conferences, including one-on-one sessions. Contact her today to begin your journey toward financial recovery and success.

HEALTH & WELLNESS GROWING HEALTHY WITH NEOLIFE Lee & Susan Adams, Nutritional Consultants NeoLifeClub.com/GroHealthy 803-781-4690 • GroHealthy@gmail.com

Since 1958, families all around the world have counted on NeoLife to provide whole food nutritional products that are based in nature and backed by science. Our core products are essential to creating a foundation for health and wellness. Based on cellular nutrition, these products are aimed at getting your cells healthy and feeding them with key nutrients. See ad, page 4.

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

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

INTEGRATED HEALING PHOENIX RISING

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

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

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

Integrative/Holistic medicine consults for anyone wanting to approach their health more naturally. Dr. Rachel Hall is board certified in both family medicine and integrative holistic medicine. Together we will focus on finding the root of the problem, not just treating symptoms. Call today for a consult if you are looking to achieve balance. In-house diagnostic labs and therapies. See ad, page 23.

MASSAGE THERAPY A KNEAD FOR NURTURING 1903 Marshall St, Columbia 803-851-4563

Jenny Sepulveda is a licensed massage therapist with more than 14 years’ experience with a degree in occupational studies from The Swedish Institute of Manhattan. Sepulveda is certified in prenatal, cranial sacral, 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 what relaxation massage therapy has to offer you. See ad, page 19.

HEALING MEDICINE

Pamela Swanson, LMT, CRMT 803-404-4807 • SC# MA8050 PamSwanson58@hotmail.com

Pamela is offering clients more availability, lower fees and longer-lasting results! Enjoy the benefit of her 25 years’ experience and clinical and holistic approach. You can expect to experience decreased pain and stress, and increased comfort, movement and relaxation. Enjoy individually created treatment plans with customblended oils. Therapeutic Massage is my passion! Schedule your appointment today.

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

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

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naturaldirectory 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.

SPIRITUAL SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION GROUP

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

Eckankar hosts open discussions (meetups), worship services and more at no charge. All are welcome. Topics include understanding past lives, dreams, coincidences, God’s creative life force, and more. Call ahead: time and date may vary.

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT THE SOURCE WITHIN YOU

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

Have you tried everything you possibly can think of to achieve more happiness, joy and peace in your life but feel pieces of the puzzle are still missing? Try my Connecting with Your Soul session, where you can learn from the “Soul’s” perspective what is really needed to finally create and enjoy the life you want.

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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 9.

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE

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

At Garner’s Natural Life, we offer the purest, most innovative highquality natural products. With more than 130 collective years of wellness experience! We are proud to say that our knowledge allows us to encourage choices that will positively impact the heath and future of our community and environment. See ad, back page.

WATER/HYDRATION INCREDIBLE WATER

Eddie and Nilah Gann 803-404-1378 • KangenDemo.com

Every functional process that takes place within the human body is dependent upon water in some way. With this foundational element correct, all other body processes function properly. Incredible Water represents a Japanese company that has been changing lives for over 40 years. Individuals interested in alkaline, antioxidant and cellular hydration are encouraged to call. See ad, page 27.

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doTERRA Essential Oils Foundations–7:30-8:30pm. Free. Capital City Chiropractic, 1221 Bower Pkwy, Ste 108, Columbia. Info: Call William Richardson at 803-665-2943.

The Wonder of Spice Class–6-8pm–w/Anne Buck. Includes Thai dinner: Panang Curry (some heat due to peppers). Cost: $15 (RSVP and pay at GoodLifeCafe.net). Good Life Café, 1614 Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-726-2310.

FEBRUARY 4, 9, 16, 21 & 26 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.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5 Dances of Universal Peace–7-9pm. Led by Marguerite Frongillo. The dances lift our spirits and open us to awareness of the divine in each other. Free; donations accepted. Near Midtown Mall, in Forest Acres, Columbia. Info/directions: Call Frongillo at 803-743-0731 or email Mff426@gmail.com.

SUNDAYS FEBRUARY 7 & 21 Creative Meditation–6pm–w/Victoria Keeton. Cost: donation. 7 Rays Bookstore, 3701 N Main St, Columbia. Info/registration: Call 803-404-4519 or email Victoria.SevenRays@gmail.com.

TUESDAYS FEBRUARY 9 & 23 Kangen Health and Hydration Presentation–6pm. Come learn about the benefits of restructured, antioxidant water. The Pentecostals of Columbia, 6911 N Trenholm Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-404-1378, KangenGann.com.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Ciao Bella Valentine Pampering–5-8pm. Come enjoy a fun evening of pampering with 20-minute services, including a mini massage; choose two items (eyebrow sculpting, lip wax or eyebrow/lash tint). Express manicure included. Complimentary bubbly and chocolate-covered strawberries, and a take-home bath bomb! Cost: $50 per person. Ciao Bella Spa, 845 Polo Rd, Ste 3, Columbia. Info: 803834-3413, CiaoBellaSC.com.

SATURDAY/SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13 & 14 Polarity Therapy-The Ether Element–Learn about the ether element as it relates to energetic healing and bodywork. Polarity trainees and NCBTMB CEUs for massage therapist. The Balance Institute, 1905 Sunset Blvd, Ste C, W Columbia. Info/times/ prices/register: Call Liz Ferrara at 917-288-6162 or email mzLiz@aol.com.

TUESDAYS FEBRUARY 16 & 23 Detox Your Body and Your Home–6:30-8pm. Learn why and how to replace many toxic products in the home with just four safe multi-purpose cleaners. Demonstrations and samples. Cost: $10, which can be applied to purchase. Space is limited. Info/ RSVP: Call Lee or Susan Adams at 803-781-4690.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19-21 Polarity Therapy Basics Weekend–An occasion for everyone interested in self-awareness and/or energetic healing. Polarity trainees and NCBTMB CEUs for massage therapist. The Balance Institute, 1905 Sunset Blvd, Ste C, W Columbia. Info/times/ prices/register: Call Liz Ferrara at 917-288-6162 or email mzLiz@aol.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Detox Your Body and Your Home–2:30-4pm. Learn why and how to replace many toxic products in the home with only four safe multi-purpose cleaners. Demonstrations and samples. Cost: $10, which can be applied to purchase. Space is limited. Info/ RSVP: Call Lee or Susan Adams at 803-781-4690.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22 doTERRA Essential Oils Daily Vitality Class– 7:30-8:30pm. Free. Capital City Chiropractic, 1221 Bower Pkwy, Ste 108, Columbia. Info: Call William Richardson at 803-665-2943.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25 4-Course Wine & Dine–6:30-8:30pm–w/Sharon Wright. Includes dinner, wine and class. Cost: $30 (RSVP and pay at GoodLifeCafe.net). Good Life Café, 1614 Main St, Columbia. Info: 803-726-2310.

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

SATURDAY, MARCH 19 Harmony School Enrollment Open House11am–2pm. A wonderful opportunity for parents and caregivers to see all that we have to offer in educational learning. Harmony School is a small, affordable nonprofit private preschool, kindergarten and elementary school offering a unique curriculum of Montessori, Waldorf-inspired and inquiry-based learning plus arts and music. Harmony School, 3737 Covenant Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-787-1899, HarmonySchoolSC.com.

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ongoingevents sunday 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. Yoga in the Salt Spa–2-2:45pm–w/Tzima Brown. Every Sunday. Cost: $25/individual class and $20/ three classes or more. Yoga and salt therapy at the same time. Bring your yoga mat. Breath of Salt Spa, 1410 Colonial Life Blvd W, Ste 250, Columbia. Info/to reserve space: 803-772-7258, 803-397-7753, BreathOfSalt@att.net.

monday 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. 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 or email ABuck@ GoodLifeCafe. Prenatal Massage Consultations –10am-4pm. Every Monday in February. Free. Learn the benefits of massage during your pregnancy and how it will help prepare your body for delivery. A Knead for Nurturing, 1903 Marshall St, Columbia. Info/to schedule an appointment: 803-851-4563. Seidokan Aikido of SC–6:30-8:30pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Monthly cost: $40/adult; $30/students; $20/children. The Balance Institute, 1905 Sunset Blvd, Ste C, W Columbia. Info: tbiHealth.net.

tuesday Business Training Program–7-9pm. 1st and 3rd Tuesday. Professional business training for those looking to grow their business or to start a new business. Join Julie Bradshaw and Katz Delauney-Leija. Cost: $35, single session; $65, two sessions. Anew Acupuncture, 1830 N Lake Dr, Lexington. Info: Call Delauney-Leija at 803-530-6199 or visit bit. ly/21NF6Ed. Kundalini Yoga and Meditation–6:30-8pm–w/ Anahata Musick. Life-changing yoga exercise, breathing, meditation, mantra. Cost: $96/8 classes. Frontier Movement, 2730 Millwood Ave, Columbia. Info: 803-765-2159, YogaAndWellness.com.

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Prenatal Yoga–5:30-6:45pm–w/Channing, RYT200. Open to all students. Prepare the mind and body for labor and more. Cost: 1st class free, $10-$14/class packages. Expecting Well, 130 Suber Rd, Ste D, Columbia. Info: 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com. Healing Through the Senses–10-11:15am. A women’s group exploration of healing trauma and chronic stress through reconnecting and grounding one’s sense of self. Learn how to activate personal energy centers through toning, sound healing and aromatherapy. Class is free to Richland County residents. St. Mark UMC, 3200 Lyles St, Columbia. Info/ registration: Call Pamila Lorentz at 803-749-1576.

wednesday 7 Rays Wednesday Meditation–Noon–w/Victoria Keeton. Cost: donation. 7 Rays Bookstore, 3701 N Main St, Columbia. Info/registration: Call 803-4044519 or email Victoria.SevenRays@gmail.com. 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. Stretch and Relax Yoga–4:30-5:30pm–w/Anahata Musick. Need help with pain management and mobility? Unwind with breathing, transcendent stretch and gentle waves of the gong sound. Cost: $15 dropin. Frontier Movement, 2730 Millwood Ave, Columbia. Info: 803-765-2159, YogaAndWellness.com. Health and Wellness Dimensional Dowsing–7pm–w/Katz Delauney-Leija, MSW. Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday. You can learn new energetic skills to apply throughout your life for better health and wellness. Cost: $20. Anew Acupuncture, 1830 N Lake Dr, Lexington. Info: Call Delauney-Leija at 803-530-6199 or visit Katz-PhoenixRising.com.

thursday 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 and Energy Self-Care–1011:15am–w/Joy Connor, LMBT. Touch for health instructor/practitioner. Learn body awareness and restorative breath techniques. Recommended for women healing from trauma and/or chronic stress. Class is free to Richland County residents. St. Mark UMC, 3200 Lyles St, Columbia. Info/registration: Call Pamila Lorentz at 803-749-1576. Kundalini Yoga and Meditation–9:30-10:45am–w/ Anahata Musick. Life-changing yoga exercise, breathing, meditation, mantra. Cost: $96/8-classes. Frontier Movement, 2730 Millwood Ave, Columbia. Info: 803-765-2159, YogaAndWellness.com. Yoga in the Salt Spa–6:30pm–w/Liza Estes. Every Thursday. Cost: $25/individual class, $20/three classes or more. Yoga and salt therapy at the same time. Bring your own yoga mat. Breath of Salt Spa, 1410 Colonial Life Blvd W, Ste 250, Columbia. Info/to reserve space: 803-772-7258, 803-397-7753, BreathOfSalt@att.net.

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friday Columbia Zen Buddhist Priory Orientation–6pm. Meditation instruction and introduction to our practice. Please make reservations before the Friday you wish to come. 426 Arrowwood Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-772-7552, ColumbiaZen.org. Please call before visiting. Conscious Communication/Energetic Listening Skills–6-9pm. Learn to make proper relationships between one’s self and others. Polarity trainees and NCBTMB CEUs for massage therapists. The Balance Institute, 1905 Sunset Blvd, Ste C, W Columbia. Info/prices/registration: Call Liz Ferrara at 917-288-6162 or email mzLiz@aol.com. Financial Planning Workshops–Noon. Every 1st Friday–w/investment adviser Coulter Roberson, of Roberson & Roberson Financial. Find the answers to troubling economic questions and the financial challenges of life. Free workshop. Greater Cayce/ West Columbia Chamber of Commerce, 1006 12th St, Cayce. RSVP to Roberson. Info: 803-790-1677, Coulter@GaryRoberson.com, GaryRoberson.com. Rosewood Sidewalk Farmers’ Market–4-7pm. Every Friday. Meet your SC growers. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

saturday Prenatal Yoga–w/Rachel Hall, MD, RYT-200. Prepare mind and body for labor, delivery and welcoming new life. Open to all students. Time varies each week. Cost: 1st class free; $10-$14/class packages. Expecting Well, 130 Suber Rd, Ste D, Columbia. Info: 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com. Tai Chi/Qigong–10:30-11:45am–w/Suzanne Riley Whyte. Open to all; no training necessary. Experience peace through relaxed movement. Cost: $10. Lexington Leisure Center, 108 Park Rd, Lexington. Info: 803-760-6403, MatrxCoaching.com. Story Time/Halo Therapy for Children–1010:45am. Every other Saturday. Led by Raegan Lubold, a senior at AC Flora High School. Lubold will read a story, sing songs and do some stretching exercises with the children in the salt spa. Parents must accompany their children. Cost: $35, child and parent/guardian. Multiple-session passes are available. Info/to reserve space: 803-772-7258, 803-397-7753, BreathOfSalt@att.net.

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HELP WANTED Helping Hands Caregivers/Certified CNAs or Experienced PCAs. Must have experience working with the elderly in homes and for an agency. Please apply in person at Helping Hands Caregivers (Tuesday-Thursday) between 10am-4pm at 9444 Two Notch Rd, Ste C3, Columbia. South Carolina Mentor is seeking families/individuals willing to foster a child in need of a home. Must be 21 years or older, and have a spare bedroom, driver’s license, vehicle, high school diploma/GED. For more information, contact LaKeisha Myers at 803-451-3984 or visit SC-Mentor.com.

ROOM FOR PROFESSIONAL Room for rent at About Your Health. Perfect for massage therapists, reflexologists or energy workers. $10 an hour. Call About Your Health at 803-798-8687 for more information. The Balance Institute is looking for pt/ft practitioners. We’re looking for self-starters, team members, contributors to client health and able to do community service. Email resume to Info@ tbiHealth.net.

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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