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

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The Silent Battle Within

by Odel Williams

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Turning Lawns into Native Landscapes

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Races Beckon Beginners

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A Key to Good Health

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G contact us Owner/Publisher Annette Carter Briggs Writer Odell Williams Senior Editor Sara Gurgen Design & Production Kristina Parella Billy Briggs Stephen Gray-Blancett Advertising Sales Annette Carter Briggs Sustainability/ Development Consultant Aloysius Anderson To contact Natural Awakenings Columbia Edition: PO Box # 2812 Columbia, SC 29202 Phone: 803-233-3693 Cell: 803-309-2101 Fax: 877-412-4905 Email:

reetings readers! I bid you a very warm welcome to the 2017 Natural Awakenings of Columbia Sustainability Earth Day edition. I must say, I am so very proud of the collection of material our team has compiled just for you. From cover to cover, this month’s issue is packed full of very useful and timely information to help us find and lead more sustainable lifestyles—and we must.

The time is now to take better care of our planet and its rich resources. Expanding populations, global modernization and wave upon wave of industrial economic surge have put tremendous pressure on our planet’s natural resources and its ability to successfully support and maintain its fragile eco-systems, on which all life is dependent for survival. Moreover, worldwide deforestation and air and water pollution are still very problematic. As a result, countless plant and animal species continue to face the real possibility of extinction, while, sadly, countless more have simply disappeared forever. Yes, we have a serious problem … and it needs to be addressed. Addressed by whom you might ask? The answer is simple: you and me!

Ordinary people focused and determined to work together to accomplish a specific goal can achieve extraordinary things. The good news is that together we can STILL become real difference makers and impact players if we make the necessary and pivotal lifestyle changes. Swiss psychiatrist and balloonist Bertrand Piccard once stated, “In the 21st century, I think the heroes will be the people who will improve the quality of life, fight poverty and introduce more sustainability.” I like this guy … and he’s a balloonist, huh!

To be fair, progress has been made, but much more must be done. When practicing sustainability, we preserve more of our natural resources through land 2/1 generations. protection and energy conservation—benefits to us and future SEI-Columbia

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ICRC Hosts Breakfast with the Bunny

Forest Drive Dental Opens New Facility

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orest Drive Dental Care is expanding this month with an updated, larger facility for both children and adults located at 3731 Forest Drive, in Columbia. Columbia Children’s Dentistry will also have an office of Dr. Joanna Dover and Dr. Sarah Anne Knowlton, and both offices follow a treatment philosophy of offering more biologically compatible options with a focus on minimally invasive and interceptive care. Read all about the upgrades and services that make these new offices uniquely different for both children and adults at ColumbiaDentistry.com.

For more information, call 803-782-8786 or visit ForestDriveDental.com. See ad, page 5.

Open Streets Columbia

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ome join the fun for Columbia’s very first Open Streets celebration taking place on Sunday, April 2, from 1 to 4 p.m. Open Streets Columbia will feature three city blocks transformed into a car-free open space, allowing participants from all across the Midlands to enjoy physical activity and community interaction through walking, bicycling and recreational activities. The mission of Open Streets Columbia is to promote sustainable transportation options, encourage physical fitness and wellness, and cultivate civic pride.

A free event, organized, in large part, by the Columbia City Council and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, along with other partnering entities and sponsors, Columbia’s version of this nationwide event is considered part of a broader effort to promote safe walking and biking across the city. The event is hosted by the Devine Street Association and the Shandon, Oakwood Court and old Shandon neighborhoods. Open Streets is more than a festival, it’s a street transformation. Join the movement!

n Saturday, April 8, the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) will host its 2017 Breakfast with the Bunny at Seven Oaks Park, located at 200 Leisure Lane, Columbia.

Children are invited to the park to join the bunny for a fun-filled breakfast to celebrate the beginning of spring. The morning will include breakfast, crafts, activities and an egg hunt. Souvenir photos with the bunny will also be included. Parents are encouraged to bring baskets for their children. Advance ticket purchase is required, and the registration deadline is Wednesday, April 5.

Cost: $15, one child; $10, each additional child; adults’ meal tickets, $5 (tickets must be purchased in advance).

Time: 9-10:30 a.m. For more information, call 803-772-3336 or visit icrc.net.

Location: The blocks of Devine, King and Holly streets (the Boutique Shopping Corridor). For more information, visit OpenStreetsColumbia.com.

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communitynews Lexington County and KMB Host Recycle Event

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s part of their Green Is Clean Campaign, the county of Lexington and Keep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB) will host a waste recycling event on Saturday, April 29, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at White Knoll High School, located at 5643 Platt Springs Road, in Lexington. Hosted for Lexington County residents only, acceptable recycle items include computers (laptops, monitors, CPUs, keyboards, printers and scanners), TVs, copiers, VCR/DVD players and cell phones. Other approved items include household hazardous waste, gently used shoes, shreddable paper and more.

For more information (including a complete list of acceptable items and guidelines), call 803-785-3340, email RVandergeest@Lex-Co.com or visit Lex-Co.SC.gov/ greenisclean.

My River Starts Here in April

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hroughout the month of April, the Richland County Stormwater Management and the City of Columbia Stormwater Department are hosting their My River Starts Here Campaign.

April is Storm Drain Marking Month, and throughout the month community members are reminded to keep stormwater clean and encouraged to volunteer to mark storm drains in their neighborhoods. The goal is to reduce pollution entering local waterways through public education and outreach.

Local waterways—creeks, streams, lakes and rivers—are affected by pollutants in water flowing from local storm drains. The water flowing from storm drains does not get treated or cleaned. Any pollutants that go into a storm drain flow directly into waterways. These stormwater pollutants negatively affect water quality for people, fish and animals.

Storm drain markers are visual reminders to city and county residents that storm drains flow directly to local waterways. The City of Columbia and Richland County is using weatherproof medallions with the image of a fish and water, along with “No Dumping/Drains to River” stamped in large letters.

For more information, visit MyRiverStartsHere.org.

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n Saturday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to noon, the Lexington County Solid Waste Department will host Backyard Garden Day, featuring a compost and compost bin sale at Red Bank Crossing, located at 1070 South Lake Drive, Lexington. Compost will be available for $10 per ton and $20 per 40-pound bag (note: The average load size for standard pickup truck or small trailer is about a ½ ton). Compost bins are $40 and preorders are highly recommended before purchase and pick up. The number of compost bins— funded in part by the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control’s Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling Office—will be limited.

For more information, call 803-785-3340, email RVandergeest@Lex-Co.com or visit Lex-Co.SC.gov/greenisclean.

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Richland County Hosts Recycling and Shred Event

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n Saturday, April 8, from 8 a.m. to noon, the Richland County’s Solid Waste and Recycle division will host a recycling and shred event at W.G. Sanders Middle School, located at 3455 Pine Belt Road, in Columbia. For Richland County residents only, acceptable items include electronics, such as computers and accessories (keyboards, monitors, printers and scanners), TVs, stereos, VCR/DVD players, power tools, radios, fax machines and small appliances. Other approved items include telephones, tires (limit eight per family), bicycles, refrigerators, microwaves, lawnmowers (must be free of gas), and more. Shreddable paper and scrap metal will also be accepted.

As a note, no commercial materials are allowed.

For more information (including a complete list of acceptable items and guidelines), call 803-5762446 or visit RCGov.US/RichlandRecycles.

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Wine for Water— an Earth Day Event

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t’s a toast! On Wednesday, April 19, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., the Gills Creek, Rocky Branch and Smith Branch watershed associations will host their very popular Wine for Water Earth Day celebration to commemorate their unified vision and pledge to preserve the streams and rivers in and around the greater Midlands area. This year’s theme is A Toast to Clean Water. Hosted at the Hall at Senate’s End, the proceeds from the Wine for Water event will help support the efforts of the watershed associations, environmental nonprofits dedicated to restoring the Midlands’ watersheds through education, grassroots action, and public and private partnerships.

Attendees will enjoy sampling foods from local restaurants, taste wines from around the world and have the opportunity to get great deals from local donors at the Wine for Water silent auction.

Cost: Ticket prices vary (call or see website for details). Location: The Hall at Senate’s End, 300 Senate St., Columbia. For more information, call 803470-4302, email Janel@SustainableMidlands.com or visit SustainableMidlands.org. See ad, page 15.

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communitynews Gardener’s Outpost Hosts April Gardening Session

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alling all “green thumbs” in Columbia and around the Midlands … again! Gardener’s Outpost, located at 709 Woodrow Street, in Columbia, is hosting a second In the Know to Grow gardening session on Thursday, April 13. Starting at 5:30 p.m., owner Randall Isherwood and his experienced staff will teach session participants the secrets of cultivating and growing healthy and delicious garden-ready organic herbs and vegetables. Session attendees will learn how to plant and care for their own organic gardens by using great gardening tips and fundamental techniques designed to deliver great green-thumb results. Spring is here … make sure you’re ready. Join Gardener’s Outpost for some sips, snacks and starts! Discussion begins at 5:30 p.m. with a Q&A session following. Light Snacks, beer and wine provided. *Note: Bring a copy of this announcement for 10 percent off any one item purchased that evening!

Cost: Free. Please RSVP. For more information, call 803-252-0041 or visit GardenersOutpost.com or Facebook.com/GardenersOutpost. See ad, page 27.

EEASC and Green Steps Hosts Eco-Learning Stations

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he Environmental Education Association of SC (EEASC) is coordinating an Earth Day event at the Soda City Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 22. The market takes place on the 1500 block of Main Street in downtown Columbia. Midlands area students will showcase their great environmental projects at Eco-Learning Stations with support from their Midlands EEASC mentors. The event will also feature hands-on activities related to many of the projects.

Residents can learn how to improve air, soil and water quality; help protect native fireflies and pollinators; identify plants; utilize solar energy; and, of course, reduce, reuse and recycle.

For more information, contact Jane Hiller at 803-779-0608 or Jane.Hiller@Sonoco.com.

Southeastern Institute Columbia Campus Relocates

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oinciding with its 20th anniversary, Southeastern Institute has relocated to a larger facility located in the Browning Business Center, 1628 Browning Road, in Columbia.

The new campus, offering day and evening classes, has 26,960 square feet of space—including a lobby, conference room, break area, student lounge, bookstore and staff offices— plus ample parking.

“Our student population has grown to the point that we had outgrown our existing space. We are excited to expand into our new campus and continue to offer small class sizes, taught by industry-experienced faculty,” states Executive Director Robert Keiser.

Southeastern Institute provides quality career education and skill development to aspiring individuals pursuing a career or advancement in their chosen field; its special focus is providing the techniques and knowledge needed for today’s marketplace through courses that apply to skill performance and career management development. Programs include Professional Clinical Massage Therapy, Medical Assisting, Electronic Medical Billing and Coding Specialist, and Pharmacy Technology.

For more information, visit SoutheasternInstitute.edu/consumerinfo. See ad, page 6.

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t’s time for the Great American Cleanup! Keep America Beautiful, in partnership with Keep the Midlands Beautiful, began hosting the national Great American Cleanup campaign across the Midlands last month. 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 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 loans 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 necessary.

For more information, call 803-7331139, email Info@KeepTheMidlandsBeautiful.org, or visit KeepTheMidlandsBeautiful.org or kab.org.

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communitynews Win the Allergy War …

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llergy sufferers can try something new and natural this allergy season to find relief …

Himalayan salt therapy! While this therapy is still relatively new in the U.S., it has been used for hundreds of years in other countries. It is natural and has no side effects like drugs. The salt doesn’t make one feel foggy-headed or sleepy, which can impede normal functioning.

In fact, it is just the opposite. Breath of Salt offers halotherapy in its Himalayan salt spa. Why is Himalayan salt great as an all-natural alternative for allergies and respiratory issues?

Acting like a scrub brush to loosen excessive mucus, thus speeding up mucociliary transport, natural pink Himalayan salt therapy cleanses the respiratory system and speeds up the elimination of toxins with no side effects. In addition, it has antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties and removes pathogens, such as airborne pollen. Salt therapy also helps shrink swollen membranes in the sinus cavities and lungs.

Relieve your allergies this year with halotherapy while relaxing on a zero gravity lounger in a soothing and relaxing environment enhanced by ambient music.

Cost: Varies (call for details). Location: Breath of Salt Spa, 817 Moss Creek Dr., Cayce. For more information, call 803-772-7258 or 803-772-7253 after 6 p.m.

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SCWF Sponsors 2017 Photo Contest

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he S.C. Wildlife Federation (SCWF) is sponsoring the 15th annual Wildlife Photography Contest. Amateur photographers are invited to submit their best pictures capturing the beauty of South Carolina’s nature—both its natural landscapes and amazing and unique creatures. Contest categories are Carolina Critters and Scenes of South Carolina. All photographs should be unaltered and accurately reflect the subject matter and the scene as it appeared.

Entries must be images taken within the state. Captive, domestic and exotic species will not be considered. The contest is open to amateur photographers only. SCWF employees, its board members and immediate family members are not eligible.

Each photographer must submit a one-time entry fee of $15, which covers up to six contest photo entries (three per category). Entries must be postmarked no later than 5 p.m., Saturday, July 15. The winners will be notified by the end of August.

First-, second- and third-place finishes will be awarded and published online. The first-place winner in each category will receive a $100 cash prize. Contest photo entries must be mailed to SCWF Photography Contest, 215 Pickens Street, Columbia, 29205, or sent electronically to Photo@scwf.org.

For additional contest details, call 803-256-0670 or visit scwf.org.

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The Big Nosh

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t’s time to “nosh”! The Tree of Life Congregation will host its annual Big Nosh Tree of Life Jewish Cultural Festival on Sunday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

This popular event celebrates everything Jewish, including food, entertainment and education.

Attendees can enjoy delicious Jewish-style favorites, such as fresh, hot latkes; bagels; chicken soup; stuffed cabbage; pastrami; hot dogs; and N.Y. kosher-style brisket. Other featured Jewish favorites making the tasty lineup include vegetarian falafel on pita bread and Jewish baked goods, featuring strudel, rugelach and cheesecake. Historically, the Big Nosh has supported the community work of many local organizations and partners, such as Habitat for Humanity, the Harvest Hope Food Bank, Cooperative Ministries, the Family Shelter, and the Red Cross Blood Drive. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

On-site parking is free.

Cost: Free to enter. Location: Tree of Life Congregation, 6719 N. Trenholm Rd., Columbia. For more information, call 803-361-4858, email SusanGBrill@gmail.com or visit BigNosh.org.

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EMOTIONAL OVEREATING:

The Silent Battle Within

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pril is National Emotional Overeating Awareness Month, and the sobering fact is that millions of Americans across the nation are battling against this pervasive disorder, which reaps havoc on victims’ health and well-being and often leaves family members searching for answers.

Suffering individuals are frequently overwhelmed by powerful adverse emotions as an often silent war rages within.

Sometimes, the fight against emotional overeating is in plain sight; however, much of the time, it is a hidden fight playing out dangerously in secret.

What exactly is an emotional overeating disorder? It is a condition in which one eats food, or even drinks, as a way to self-soothe and/or suppress negative emotions, such as anger, fear, stress, sadness, loneliness, and even boredom. A life-changing event, such as a personal death, divorce or mounting financial pressure, can trigger these type of feelings that lead to emotional eating. Other triggers include health problems, work stress and chronic fatigue. Indicator tests are available to

help identify emotional triggers. One should consult a qualified healthcare provider for more information.

The impact on the body, mind and spirit can be absolutely devastating. The body is a world of intertwined systems that continuously work together as a whole—greatly dependent on one another. If the body is not properly cared for and nourished, the negative impact can be widespread. By many estimates, 75 percent of overeating is driven by emotions. Oftentimes, the strongest food cravings hit when an individual is at his or her weakest point emotionally, thus turning to food for comfort and to cope, consciously or unconsciously.

While these facts are disturbing, fortunately, there are action steps that can be taken to help fight and win the battle against emotional overeating.

Eliminating unhealthy “go-to” foods that seem to always be handy when trouble hits is important. Such foods are usually high in calories, fatty in nature and overloaded with sugar.

In addition, individuals should never live in denial by refusing to face

the truth, no matter how tough the reality. One should identify emotional triggers that lead to downward spirals.

Keeping a food “diary” to keep track of what is eaten and when is a simple but effective step that helps to identify emerging negative patterns and the potential causes. Seeking help from family members, friends and healthcare professionals, when necessary, is another crucial step. Having a support network is vital for success. It’s also important to keep in mind that setbacks will mostly likely happen, but the key is to learn from them and not let shame and guilt, which may arise, define you and become obstacles to the healing process.

Other helpful action steps include bike riding, walking, increased positive social interaction, reading or writing, and taking up a new hobby. Replacing negative thoughts, activity and behavior patterns with good ones helps to eliminate or greatly minimize the impact and effect of emotional triggers. The key is to cultivate and nurture one’s positive self-image and self-esteem.

It is also beneficial to get good rest and make good decisions when it comes to diet and eating. As stated, emotional eating often leads to poor food choices, so it is vitally important to eat the proper nutrients. The gut, known as the “second brain,” plays a pivotal role in one’s emotional health. A gut-healing diet includes fermented foods, probiotics, bone broth, nutrient-dense whole foods and organic choices.

Emotional overeating is a serious issue that must be addressed and not ignored. Luckily, healing and hope can be reached by taking the necessary steps that lead to restoration and recovery!

For more information about emotional overeating, call About Your Health, located at 120 Kaminer Way Pkwy., Ste. J, in Columbia, at 803-798-8687 or visit AboutYourHealthSC.com. See ad, page 9.

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Drinking More Water Improves Food Intake

uopeng An, Ph.D., a kinesiology and community health professor at the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, studied the hydration and dietary habits of more than 18,300 American adults and found that drinking more water each day can impact the overall calories and nutritional value of food consumed.

Reviewing data from four parts of the National Center for Health Statistics’ National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, in which participants were asked to recall their food and drink intake during two non-consecutive days, An determined the percentage of plain water drunk by each person. He found an association between a 1 percent increase in the subjects’ daily intake of plain water and an 8.6-calorie reduction in food intake. An also discovered a slight reduction in foods high in fat, sugar, sodium and cholesterol with the change.

Participants that increased their plain water consumption by one to three cups reduced their calorie intake by 68 to 205 calories per day. The same increase in water correlated with a daily reduction in sodium intake by 78 to 235 milligrams, five to 18 grams less sugar and seven to 21 milligrams less cholesterol.

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2016 review from Australia’s Murdoch University, in Perth, confirms the cognitive benefits of consuming plants in the Salvia genus, particularly sage. Cognition includes processes associated with attention, memory, judgment, evaluation, reasoning, problem solving and decision making.

Researchers discussed the theory that an accumulation of amyloid-ß peptide (Aß) in the body is responsible for some cognitive dysfunction in Alzheimer’s patients. Studies have shown that sage can protect mice against Aß-induced neurotoxicity, thus helping to preserve cognition.

The researchers also highlighted acetylcholine (ACh), a neurotransmitter believed to play an important role in attention, learning, memory and motivation.

ACh enzyme inhibitors help prevent alterations in ACh, preserving these functions.

In vitro and animal studies show that some species of salvia are effective ACh enzyme inhibitors.

In addition, animal studies have shown that sage extracts can reduce depression and anxiety. Both of these conditions can contribute to a decrease in cognitive function.

Further research is needed to determine the extent of the effect and safe dosage.

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study from Harvard Medical School, in Boston, has found that tai chi, a low-impact exercise and movement meditation, can help relieve chronic neck pain.

Researchers divided 14 participants, 18 years or older, with ongoing neck pain into three randomized groups. One received 12 weeks of tai chi instruction, one performed group neck exercises and one received no treatment.

“The study results showed that 12 weeks of tai chi was more effective than no treatment for benefiting pain levels, disability, quality of life and postural control in persons with chronic neck pain,” explains Peter M. Wayne, Ph.D., co-author of the study; he’s also the founder of the Tree of Life Tai Chi Center and assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. The group neck exercise subjects experienced results that were similar to those in the tai chi group, suggesting that the two paths are equally effective.

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esearchers from the Mount Sinai Medical Center, in Miami Beach, concluded in a 2016 review of research that chelation therapy using agents such as ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) can significantly reduce risk of cardiovascular events.

The review highlighted research showing that heavy metals such as cadmium have been linked with increased cardiovascular disease risk, and chelation therapy has been shown to effectively remove heavy metals from the body.

Of particular interest was a study that specifically tested the effectiveness of chelation therapy on reducing cardiovascular events. The randomized, double-blind study involved 1,708 patients ages 50 and up that had experienced a heart attack at least six weeks prior. Half were given 40 infusions of a 500 milliliter chelation solution with EDTA. The other half received a placebo.

Researchers measured deaths, heart attacks and strokes, along with other heart conditions and subsequent hospitalization for an average period of 55 months. They found that the chelation therapy reduced heart attacks and strokes by 23 percent and reduced hospitalization for heart attacks by 28 percent.

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Rosewood Market & Deli:

Local at Its Best

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uying lo“buying local” initiative cal and an integral part of its supporting mission. local suppliers is Owner Bryan Tayara an ever-growing has worked extensively concept gaining in with local and regional popularity, espeproduct providers for cially here in the years. In fact, RosePalmetto State. Lowood Market & Deli cal businesses are has supported local an important aspect farms since 1973. of the character of “Our produce buyer a geographic area, of more than 25 years, with nationwide Kevin Brumfield, hand Store Owner Bryan Tayara studies revealselects the produce we ing that independent, locally owned offer daily,” says Tayara, “and our very businesses provide the most jobs to popular deli has been serving plantresidents living within communities based and meat-based dishes sourced they serve. In addition, local business from local farmers and artisans for owners are less likely to leave the area nearly 45 years.” and are usually more invested in the

Once a local product supplier economic wellness of the communities himself, Tayara is committed to supthey call home. In fact, significantly porting sustainable, locally grown and more money stays in the local econoproduced organic products. From local my to be used to make purchases from free-range eggs from Paradise Acres and other local businesses, service providers Sylvan Farm to beef from Eubank Farm and area farms, which further strengthand poultry from Keegan-Filion Farm, ens the local socioeconomic base.

Rosewood Market & Deli carries a wide

Though some are just coming selection of fresh and delicious regional to understand the significant benefits brands sure to please. of buying local, Rosewood Market &

Rosewood Market & Deli’s list of Deli, located at 2803 Rosewood Drive, great local product providers is exin Columbia, has for years made the tensive. It includes such businesses

as Happy Cow Creamery, Our Local Catch, City Roots, Cottle Farms, Little Mountain Apiary and Honey and Bee Pollen. Other valuable providers on the list are Heather’s Artisan Bakery and Butter Patch Farm—the market’s supplier of fresh raw milk.

The market also supports local artisans. On any given Saturday afternoon, local artisans and small business owners can be found on-site offering their own products. Tayara personally vets each seller extensively before approval to ensure that all products sold to Rosewood Market & Deli’s customers, and the greater community, are safe and of high quality.

The popular market carries a vast line of organic and sustainable products, providing customers seeking healthier and more nutritious food choices a wide variety from which to choose.

The list of business partners goes on and on, which further underscores Tayara’s deep commitment to supporting, both, local businesses and the local economy. Take a trip to Rosewood Market & Deli to see what buying local is all about. Tayara and his qualified and professional staff stand ready to help shoppers find the right products at the right prices. States Tayara: “Excellent service, customer satisfaction, quality products and local partnerships are what we’re all about. That’s the essence of Rosewood Market & Deli!” *Note: In recognition of Earth Day on Saturday, April 22, Rosewood Market & Deli is offering a 20 percent discount on all groceries in store all day, so be sure to stop by and get the items you need at discounted prices that are sure to make you smile!

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

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When air pollution blanketed Paris for three days, authorities called it the worst bout in 10 years and made public transit free. For the fourth time in 20 years, the city instituted a system based on alternating odd and even license plate numbers to keep certain vehicles off city streets, effectively cutting daily traffic in half; it’s the first time the ban’s been maintained for consecutive days. “Cars are poisoning the air,” says Paris city hall transport official Herve Levife. “We need to take preventive measures.”

Three other cities—Athens, Madrid and Mexico City—will ban diesel engines by 2025 as part of a similar effort. Beijing, China’s capital city, has such dirty skies from cars and coal that protective masks are commonplace despite emissions restrictions and power plant closures, partly due to pollutants from neighboring regions.

Paris leads the world in monthly car-free days, but several large metro cities participate in an international car-free day each September 22, including Washington, D.C., Seattle and Long Island, New York.

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Growing Organics

Toxin-Free Farmlands Rise to 4.1 Million Acres

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According to data service Mercaris, the U.S. had a record 4.1 million acres of organic farmland in 2016, an 11 percent increase over 2014. As of June 2016, the number of certified organic farms reached 14,979, including 1,000 startups.

The top states in organic cropland after California, with 688,000 acres, are Montana, Wisconsin, New York and North Dakota. Montana hosted a 30 percent increase to 417,000 acres in 2016, adding 100,000 acres since 2014 and 50 new organic farms.

In assessing the positive trend, Scott Shander, a Mercaris economist, says, “With today’s lower commodity grain prices, farmers are looking to add value and meet consumer demands. The global market is dictating U.S. prices. Demand for organic corn and soybeans is still growing strongly, but production is not growing as fast, so more of the production will be international.”

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Traffic Pollution Chokes Big Cities Worldwide

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Phasing Out Plastic Film Food Wrappers Many grocery store foods are wrapped in plastic packaging that creates non-recyclable, non-biodegradable waste, even though thin, plastic films are not efficient at preventing spoilage. Some plastics are also suspected of leaching harmful compounds into food. Researcher Peggy Tomasula, D.Sc., is leading a U.S. Department of Agriculture team developing an environmentally friendly film made of the milk protein casein that addresses these issues. She states, “The protein-based films are powerful oxygen blockers that help prevent food spoilage.

When used in packaging, they could prevent food waste during distribution along the food chain.”

Plastic six-pack rings are renowned for their negative impact on wildlife and the environment.

Now the Saltwater Brewery, in Delray Beach, Florida, is making edible six-pack rings for beer cans that are 100 percent biodegradable.

Constructed of barley and wheat ribbons from the brewing process, they can be safely eaten by animals that come into contact with the refuse. Company President Chris Gove notes, “We hope to influence the big guys and inspire them to get on board.”

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Think Earth Day Every Day

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he federal Every Student Succeeds Act, passed in December 2015 to take effect in the 2017-2018 school year, is the first law in U.S. history to include language that supports environmental education. Plans call for it to be integrated with current state standards, graduation requirements, teacher development and assessment, funding sources and policy action steps.

EducationWorld.com offers lesson plan ideas for students. For example, students from third grade through high school might collect their household junk mail and explore ways to reduce it. Those in kindergarten through eighth grade may create a binder of information on endangered species that includes maps, animal facts and threats to their survival, exploring causal interconnections throughout the planet. Students can also build a cafeteria compost pile or find ways to improve their school’s recycling program.

Kathleen Rogers, president of the nonprofit Earth Day Network, on EarthDayNetwork.org, says, “We need to promote environmental consciousness into our children’s curricula so they are able to analyze problems, think critically, balance needs and take informed action.”

Earth Day isn’t just one day. Aware citizens can take a rewarding action every day. Help The Midlands celebrate and forward its progress towards sustainability through it’s local Earth Day events. See our Earth Day Event Page on page 16.

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ECO-FRIENDLY HOME BUILDING Innovations Boost Energy Efficiency

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Smart, innovative, technological breakthroughs are making buildings more energy-efficient, healthier to live in and highly attuned to our connected world.

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omeowners continue to be interested in green building options because they help foster a healthier, more comfortable and affordable home—and it’s good for the environment,” says Dan Chiras, Ph.D., of Gerald, Missouri, founding director of the Evergreen Institute and author of The Homeowner’s Guide to Renewable Energy.

Panel Insulation

“Structural insulated panels in walls, roofs and floors dramatically reduce air leakage and heat loss through thermal bridging, or heat conduction through framing materials, facilitating a more energy-efficient home that can maintain comfortable temperatures with lower fuel bills than a conventionally built home,” advises Chiras. Find manufacturers via the Structural Insulated Panel Association at sips.org.

Efficient Heat Recovery

“The energy recovery ventilator, or ERV, ensures fresh air in tightly sealed homes

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with little heat loss,” adds Chiras. The UltimateAir RecoupAerator, a wholehouse air filtration ERV, also flushes out harmful airborne pollutants commonly found in residences, replacing them with clean, fresh, healthy air.

Solar Monitor

“Many solar energy users want to monitor their system using their computer, tablet or smartphone through advances in energy software,” says Allison Lindquist, with the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA), which hosts the Annual Energy Fair and sustainable living event every June in Custer, Wisconsin. “One highlight last year was PacketFlux Technologies’ SiteMonitor.”

“When a homeowner views their energy monitoring data, they quickly begin seeing the correlation between their energy consumption and production,” says Leon Dulak, the MREA site manager. “The direct correlation drives them to change how they live and use energy.”

It costs slightly more on a monthly mortgage to build a home that costs far less per month to operate. ~Dan Chiras Energy Storage

Tesla Motors does more than produce high-end electric cars and solar shingles.

The company is also on the cutting edge of future energy storage. Tesla’s new, compact Powerwall 2 battery system, complete with inverter, can power an average two-bedroom home for 24 hours.

Chiras says, “Utilities throughout the nation are cracking down with special fees on solar-home owners that occasionally pull electricity from the grid. I think more people are going to opt to go off-grid or install a Tesla battery to provide nighttime power to preempt this. It’s easier to maintain than a standard lead-acid battery, and should last as long. When its useful life is over, the homeowner returns it to the company.”

“Saltwater-based batteries for homeowners are coming up,” observes

Clay Sterling, assistant professor of electrical technology at Kankakee Community College, in Kankakee, Illinois. “The batteries from Aquion Energy are non-toxic, safe and recyclable.” Their Aspen series of aqueous hybrid ion batteries contain neither heavy metals nor toxic chemicals and are non-flammable and non-explosive, adding to their safety.

Home Plans

Building green gets easier with green home plans. The prototype, super-insulated, 970-square-foot NewenHouse sustainable home in Viroqua, Wisconsin, is about 50 percent smaller and more than 80 percent more energy efficient than the average American home. The plans-and-services package for the Passive House-certified NewenHouse home features double walls for insulation and a super-efficient heat recovery ventilator. Four different home plans are available for houses under 1,000 square feet.

John D. Ivanko is co-author of ECOpreneuring. Liam Kivirist captures the latest technology news on TechSocket.net.

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~ Pete and Gerry’s, America’s first Certified Humane egg producer

Eggs-pert Advice How to Buy Good Eggs from Happy Hens

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anice Cole, the author of Chicken and Egg: A Memoir of Suburban Homesteading with 125 Recipes, knows how delicious a really fresh egg tastes. She keeps three chickens she calls “the girls” in the backyard of her suburban Minneapolis home. “Jasmine, a white Silkie, lays small, beige-colored eggs; Keiko a black and white Ameraucana and Silver Wyandotte cross, green eggs; and Peanut, a brown, feathery Cochin mix, brown eggs,” relates Cole.

Cole has learned a lot about the natural lives of chickens. They need 14 hours of sunlight to produce eggs and lay about one per day. Chickens must be protected from predators, locked up at night in their coop for optimal well-being and let out in the morning to roam. Here are some tips for buying the freshest, most delicious and humanely raised chicken eggs.

How to Read an Egg Carton Deciphering the language on an egg carton is a first step. Diet affects flavor.

“Eggs from pasture-raised chickens allowed to roam—eating grass, worms and bugs in the backyard or a pasture—will look and taste better than eggs from chickens limited to an inside space eating chicken feed,” says Cole.

“Pasture-raised eggs will have a fresh

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herbaceous, or grassy, flavor with an ‘egg-ier’ essence.”

“Look for the terms organic, free range or ideally, pastured or pasture-raised,” advises Adele Douglass, in Herndon, Virginia, executive director of Humane Farm Animal Care (CertifiedHumane.org).

“USDA Organic” is a U.S. Department of Agriculture label confirming that the food the chicken ate was certified organic. “Non-GMO” indicates a diet free of genetically modified ingredients.

“Free-range”, another USDA label, means the chicken had continuing access to the outdoors. “Pasture-raised” assures that the chicken roamed outdoors daily, eating what they wanted; the ideal scenario.

“Cage-free” is a USDA-regulated designation ensuring that the chickens were allowed to roam freely about within their building to get food and water. “Natural” has no real meaning says Douglass; the term invokes no USDA regulation and nothing about actual farming practices.

“Certified Humane” or “Animal Welfare Approved” means that each freerange hen has at least two square feet of outdoor space; it’s the most desirable designation, says Douglass.

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provide physical conditions similar to those Cole affords, but on a larger and more efficient scale, usually without the love. In regions where 14 hours of daylight are not a given, farmers use artificial lighting. When snow is too deep for the birds to venture out and it’s too cold for bug life, farmers supply indoor coops and feed. How well and humanely they do this is up to consumers to find out.

Egg Nutrition

Eating one egg a day, or moderate consumption, will not raise cholesterol levels in healthy adults, concludes a 2012 review in the journal Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care. While egg yolks contain cholesterol, they also possess nutrients that help lower the risk for heart disease, including protein, vitamins B12 and D, riboflavin and folate, according to the Harvard School of Public Health, in Boston. A study by Kansas State University researchers published in the 2001 Journal of Nutrition also found that phosphatidylcholine, another substance in eggs, can decrease the amount of cholesterol the body absorbs from them.

Plus, eggs are great sources of micronutrients and antioxidants, says Kristin Kirkpatrick, a registered and licensed dietitian and wellness manager for Cleveland Clinic’s Wellness Institute, in Ohio. “I’ve always been a huge proponent for eggs. As lean sources of protein, they help us stay full, are easy to prepare and can be part of a healthy eating regime because they’re packed with free-radical- and inflammation-fighting antioxidants.” Kirkpatrick adds,

“Eggs also help protect eyes. Their nutrient-rich yolks, like leafy green vegetables, are high in lutein and zeaxanthin, carotenoids that studies have repeatedly shown help protect against macular degeneration.”

Ideally, all chickens would be treated like Cole’s “girls.” For now, the best most of us can do is choose “Pasture-Raised,” “Organic” and “Certified Humane”. Getting to know more about the farmers that produce our eggs is even better.

Judith Fertig writes food health articles and cookbooks from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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Eggs to Trust Here’s Humane Farm Animal Care’s Adele Douglass’ short list of sources for well-raised eggs.

Kirkland Signature Organic Eggs, at Costco, are Certified Humane. While not pasture-raised, they’re cage-free. Costco has partnered with several small family farms throughout the country, which guarantees peace of mind for Costco and gives these smaller purveyors a steady stream of business.

Vital Farms, of Austin, Texas, supplies eggs to stores throughout many of the southern and western states.

They specialize in Pasture-Raised and Certified Humane eggs, produced by about 90 family farms. Recently, they pioneered a process to make “culling” (killing non-egg-bearing male chicks) more humane.

Pete and Gerry’s Organic Eggs, headquartered in Monroe, New Hampshire, works with more than 30 family farms in Illinois, Indiana, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Vermont.

Their eggs are Organic and Certified Humane, as the chickens live in spacious barns with outdoor access.

“Most of the year, they roam outside our barns as they please on organically grown grass amid clover and wildflowers,” says owner Jesse Laflamme. “At the same time, we also have to ensure our hens are safe from predators and communicable diseases from wild birds.”

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The right regional native plants often include grasses and ferns, herbaceous plants like flowering perennials and woody ones like shrubs, vines and trees. Native plants provide shelter and food for wildlife and help preserve a sense of place. “Work with a professional landscaper in your area, ideally a member of the Association for Professional Landscape Designers,” advises Greenlee. Tap a local university extension service, master gardener and garden club for local expertise, often available at no or low cost via classes or club membership.

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ECO YARDS Turning Lawns into Native Landscapes

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raditional turf lawns are an ecological nightmare,” says John Greenlee, author of The American Meadow Garden, who notes that most monoculture turf lawns never even get used.

His company, Greenlee and Associates, in Brisbane, California, designs residential and other meadows throughout the U.S. as an engaging alternative.

Many other appealing options likewise use native plants appropriate to the local climate. For instance, replacing Kentucky bluegrass, Bermuda grass or another non-native species with natives can deliver drought resistance and lower irrigation needs; eliminate any need for fertilizers or toxic pesticides; reduce or eliminate labor-intensive and often polluting mowing and edging; enhance the beauty of a home; and attract birds, butterflies and other wildlife.

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Before replacing a lawn, determine the desired result. It may simply be achieving a low-maintenance, lawn-free yard; growing food like vegetables, herbs, fruit or nuts; or supplying ample flowers for a fresh weekly bouquet. Other benefits might include increasing privacy, dining al fresco, escaping into nature or even sequestering carbon dioxide to reduce climate change.

To be successful, choices must be appropriate to the climate, plant hardiness zone, local zoning ordinances and homeowner association rules. Also consider the soil quality and acidity, moisture content and whether plantings will be in full sun or shade, or both.

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From the Midwest to New England, “Wild ginger makes a nice, low groundcover with heart-shaped leaves in shade or part shade, where lawn grass often struggles,” suggests Pam Penick, of Austin, Texas, author of Lawn Gone: Low-Maintenance, Sustainable Attractive Alternatives for Your Yard. “Pennsylvania sedge, a low, grassy, meadow-like groundcover, can also work. For areas with full sun, bearberry, an evergreen creeping shrub with red berry-like fruit in fall, or prairie dropseed, a beautiful prairie grass with sparkling seed heads in fall, might be worth trying.”

“Stick with the Carex family of plants, the sedges, for a native meadow,” echoes Greenlee. “They vary in color, texture and height. Follow nature’s lead and create a tapestry of commingled plants. Start slow and add flowering plants like Queen Anne’s lace, daisies, asters and poppies.”

Hot and Humid Subtropics

In sunny and well-drained areas of the South, Penick suggests Gulf muhly, an ornamental grass. “Its fall blooms resemble pink cotton candy floating above its green leaves.” In Florida, flowering sunshine mimosa with fern-like leaves and other natural groundcovers are low maintenance.

“Basket grass is a low, evergreen

grass-like plant with long, spaghetti-type leaves that puddle around it, suitable for shade or partially shaded areas,” advises Penick. “It’s slow to grow, but highly drought-tolerant and nicely covers a dry slope or spills over a retaining wall. Texas sedge makes a low-growing, meadowy alternative that’s evergreen and needs mowing only once every year or two.”

Moss is a fine option for shady and moist areas. “If moss is naturally colonizing a patch of yard, allow it to fill in where the lawn doesn’t want to grow,” Penick counsels. “It makes a springy, evergreen groundcover needing only brief misting to keep it looking good during dry periods.”

Mediterranean and California Coast

Plentiful sunshine, rare frosts and modest rainfalls make many California coastal areas perfect for growing lots of plants, rather than plots of water-thirsty turf. “For full sun, work with California yarrow, purple sage, Indian mallow, white sage, lupines and California sagebrush,” recommends Charlie Nardozzi, of Ferrisburgh, Vermont, author of Foodscaping. “In shade, try mountain yarrow, mimulus monkey flower, California honeysuckle, California flannel bush and coyote mint.”

“Blue grama grass is native to many states, and buffalo grass is native to states west of the Mississippi River in the right places,” adds Greenlee.

They’re especially suited for meadows established in drought-prone regions.

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“For sunny areas, try goat’s beard, penstemon, beach strawberry, mock orange

and huckleberry,” says Nardozzi, who covers gardening nationally at GardeningWithCharlie.com. “For part shade, experiment with gooseberry, red flowering currants, western amelanchier, deer fern, trillium and wild ginger.”

Adding some clover to a traditional lawn may eliminate the need for fertilizers while retaining some turf, says Erica Strauss, of Gamonds, Washington, in her Northwest Edible Life blog. “When the clover loses leaf mass from mowing, its roots die off to compensate and nitrogen enters the soil for neighboring plant roots to use.”

White clover works well for those on a budget; microclover costs more and is even better.

For shady, north-facing or boggy-wet areas, Strauss recommends sweet woodruff. Moss is another option.

Semi-Arid, Steppe and Desert Climes

“If you crave a lawn but want to go native, Habiturf is perfect for the hot, dry Southwest,” says Penick. Developed by the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, in Austin, Texas, it’s a mix of several native turf grasses, looks like a shaggy traditional lawn and can be occasionally mowed on a high setting to keep it neat. Once established, it needs far less water than traditional turf.

“Silver ponyfoot grows well in many regions as an annual; as a perennial, it needs mild winters,” Penick continues.

“Native to western Texas, New Mexico and Arizona, it likes good drainage, gravelly soil and full-to-part sun.”

Xeriscaping—landscaping that requires little to no water—is especially prevalent in hot, dry regions. Plant picks typically include cactus, succulents, agave and herbs like rosemary or sage.

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More EcoYard Ideas Edible Landscaping

A kitchen garden represented by any kind of edible landscaping replaces some turf grass with produce. Carefully designed and maintained, it can be as attractive as any other garden space. “According to GardenResearch.com, 30 million U.S. households, about 25 percent, participated in vegetable gardening in 2015,” reports Dave Whitinger, executive director of the National Gardening Association, owned by Dash Works, in Jacksonville, Texas.

“To integrate edibles into a landscape, first assess the locations of sunny and shady spots,” says garden consultant Charlie Nardozzi. “Then, identify plants suited to the growing

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conditions that will fit in those areas. Mix in edibles with flowers, shrubs and groundcovers to keep the yard beautiful.” For urban areas, he recommends raised beds and containers as a good way to integrate edibles, bringing in clean soil and moving containers to the sunniest spots in the yard.

“We have 3,000 raised beds in

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Milwaukee,” says Gretchen Mead, executive director of the Victory Garden Initiative, which helps install edible landscapes. “We went from about 35 new kitchen gardens eight years ago to more than 500 each year now.”

The easy-to-build raised beds go on top of or in place of turf lawns. For Midwestern residents, Mead recommends beginning with six crops that can be started as transplants, like tomatoes or broccoli, and then growing a couple of plants from seed, like zucchini or green beans.

Water-Saving Gardens

“Water-saving gardens use less of this precious resource through appropriate plant choices, rain-conserving features, berming and terracing to slow runoff, water-permeable hardscaping and smart irrigation practices,” says Pam Penick, author of The Water-Saving Garden.

“Regardless of where you live, saving water is a priority for everyone. Drought is a growing problem in the Southwest and West, but also affects the Midwest, Southeast and even New England.”

“Rain gardens help absorb, retain and use rainfall, preventing it from draining into the sewer,” agrees Jennifer Riley-Chetwynd, with Colorado’s Denver Botanic Gardens. “Rain barrels collect water from gutters and downspouts so there’s more control in time and method of distribution, including perhaps drip irrigation.”

According to the Groundwater Foundation, in Lincoln, Nebraska, rain gardens can remove up to 90 percent of problematic nutrients and chemicals and up to 80 percent of sediments from rainwater runoff. Compared to a conventional lawn, they allow 30 percent more water to soak into the ground.

Hardscaping

Hardscaped areas are used far more frequently than the turf lawn they replace as we move through spaces like walkways, patios, fountains, decks and grilling areas to enjoy the outdoors. “Plant people can get excited about planting but forget to leave ample space for patios and paths, often resulting in an overgrown, pinched look for seating areas and other places meant to be inviting,” cautions Penick. “It can also be easy to underestimate how large plants can grow in a few years.

Plan ahead for these ‘people spaces’ and install them before establishing garden beds.”

Landscapers recommend being generous with this technique without paving over paradise. “Plants will spill and lean over hardscaping, so it won’t feel too large once your garden is filling in,” says Penick. “To address runoff and allow rainwater to soak into the soil, use water-permeable paving wherever possible: gravel, dry-laid flagstone or pavers; even mulch for casual paths.”

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RUN FUN Races Beckon Beginners

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’ve run in cities, rural areas and suburbs. I’ve run while deployed to military bases in the Middle East, in cities on four continents, in blazing heat and winter snowstorms,” says Maria Cicio, a licensed professional counselor candidate and marathoner in Grove, Oklahoma. “I’ve been running regularly for 25 years, mostly injury-free, and have found what works best for me.”

For beginners, Cicio recommends starting with a 5K race. “There are a hundred reasons why a full marathon would not be fun for a beginner, but trail running, charity races and 5K road races are perfect,” she says.

Cicio attests the physical health benefits come from the training and preparation more than from the race itself.

“You can run for many years before deciding to run an official race, in which case you’ll probably have already experienced increased cardiovascular health, improved muscle tone and strength.

“Running your first race can focus your running and turn it into training. You might increase your daily or weekly mileage, depending on the planned length of the race, or add some speed work to your regular running routine. When I’m training for a race, I’m more in tune with what my body needs; I also sleep better,” she says.

The mental benefits are what keep many people running, even after the physical ones seem to plateau, advises Cicio. “Running means regular exercise, so it can improve our general mood. While numerous studies show this to be true, the best evidence comes from runners themselves.”

Almost everyone has heard of a runner’s high, even if we haven’t experienced it ourselves. It’s long been accepted that endorphins released during exercise create a feeling of euphoria after a satisfying workout. Recent research on mice

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by the Central Institute of Mental Health at the University of Heidelberg Medical School, in Germany, suggests that it might be natural endocannabinoids that lighten our mood and contribute to the high.

Meditation master Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, in Halifax, Canada, teaches an online course, The Art of Mindful Running. He points out that running, or doing any physical activity, in a meditative state can deepen, train and enhance the mind. “Within 20 to 30 minutes, you have an opportunity to work with your mind. Instead of just spacing out or trying to get exercise, you can actually say, ‘I am going to be present, I am going to relate to my breathing and my movement a little bit,’” says Mipham. “This is healthy both for the mind and the body.”

Those looking for an alternative to running on concrete and asphalt find that trail running ups the fun factor while nature nurtures us. “While I’d always loved running races, the roads rarely changed. Even the same trail tends to change daily, with a new puddle or a log to jump or crawl over, or a new offshoot. The natural running landscape is full of surprises,” says Nikki Partridge, an avid trail runner, American College of Sports Medicine-certified personal trainer and Stott Pilates instructor in Auburn, California.

“Trail running healed me,” says Partridge. “I always had some injury from running: tendonitis, sprained ankles, runner’s knee, pulled hamstrings, illiotibial band syndrome, shin splints or plantar fasciitis. I became a walking encyclopedia on injury and recovery. But the trails saved me. I no longer pronated when I ran, I had no more tendonitis from running on canting sidewalks—even my knee pain disappeared—my balance improved and my body was happy.”

When winding down after a race, carve out ample time for recovery and reflection. “I always ask myself what I liked about how it was organized, course conditions, support staff and the after-party, and then look for another race that fits my preferences,” says Cicio. “Consider taking a vacation around a particular race that interests you or find a local road race the next time you travel. For a modest fee, you get to run a race and typically luck into a T-shirt, food and party camaraderie.”

The running world can open our eyes to new places, good people and greater self-awareness, along with physical fitness. Spring is a good time to lace up our shoes and begin the expansive journey.

Aimee Hughes, a freelance writer in Kansas City, MO, is a doctor of naturopathy and senior staff writer for LongevityTimes online. Connect at Aimee@LongevityTimes.com.

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MEDICAL MASSAGE Targeted Therapy for Specific Ills

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haron Puszko, Ph.D., founder of the Daybreak Geriatric Massage Institute, in Indianapolis, teaches and certifies massage therapists working in assisted living, long-term care and memory care facilities. She relates, “These individuals appreciate not only the physiological benefits of massage but also having a therapist touch and address them by their names.

A 105-year-old woman jokes, ‘Now that they’ve figured out how to keep us alive for so long, they don’t know what to do with us. Thank God for massage therapy.’”

Specialty certificate programs such as Puszko’s, representing advanced education and training within a modality qualified as therapeutic massage and bodywork, are benefitting both massage therapists and clients. Some outcome-based specialty modalities considered as requirements for specific populations such as seniors, athletes, infants and cancer patients and survivors, are referred to as “medical massage”.

The nonprofit National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork provides an accredited, voluntary certification beyond entry-level state licensure. To maintain their status, therapists must complete 24 hours of continuing education and 100 hours of work experience, and pass a criminal background check every two years. The

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certifying board also approves continuing education providers that teach specialty techniques, including integrative health care, sports massage and military veteran massage. The result is therapies administered according to a national standard of excellence requisite for therapists working in collaboration with doctors, chiropractors, wellness centers, retirement care communities and other medical settings.

Puszko, an approved provider who founded her service in 2000, offers beginning and advanced weekend workshops for therapists on the complexities of physiological changes and technical skills required to work with geriatric or senior clients. She works from three offices in upscale retirement communities and teaches approved continuing education curricula throughout the U.S. and internationally.

“Although the skills I teach are not taught in massage school, they are in demand at independent and assisted living facilities where massage is considered a vital aspect of health care,” says Puszko. “Older Americans represent the greatest challenge to massage therapists.

For elderly residents, stretching and pulling on delicate skin and joints, as well as pushing one’s elbow into gluteus maximus muscles, are unacceptable approaches.” She explains that they might be called upon for a range of needs from

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helping prepare a 70-year-old marathoner for a race to reducing the stress of an exhausted hospice patient.

Geri Ruane is one of four founding directors of Oncology Massage Alliance, in Austin, Texas. She manages the operations for this nonprofit created in 2011 to help therapists that volunteer to administer complimentary hand and foot massage therapy to cancer patients and caregivers in chemotherapy infusion rooms and prior to radiation treatment. The alliance offers financial assistance to licensed massage therapists for advanced training through approved third-party oncology massage classes and provides hands-on experience with cancer patients.

Ruane defines the essential aspects of an oncology massage therapist’s (OMT) skill set. “A properly trained therapist has an informed understanding of the disease itself and the many ways it can affect the human body; the side effects of cancer treatments, such as medications, surgery, chemotherapy and radiation; and the ability to modify massage techniques in order to adapt accordingly. Our main purpose is to reduce stress and provide emotional support for cancer patients and caregivers in radiation and infusion rooms.”

For example, an OMT will ask a patient about their cancer treatment history, including particulars of related individual health issues, prior to the massage. Hospitals in 35 states and

Washington, D.C., now offer massage therapy to individuals during cancer treatment. MK Brennan, president of the Society for Oncology Massage, created in 2007, in Toledo, Ohio, is a registered nurse with a longtime practice in Charlotte, North Carolina. Brennan observes, “In nursing school, I was taught how to give a back rub, an aspect of patient care once provided by all nurses, but no longer part of a nurse’s education. It now appears that there could be a resurgence of interest in offering massage therapy in hospitals that would encompass more medical aspects and require modified techniques for different patient populations.”

In addition to oncology and geriatric massage, other select massage therapy modalities such as orthopedic, bodywork, Asian techniques and those related to pregnancy, infant and child health care as well as other special needs require advanced education and training.

Before making an appointment with a massage therapist/bodyworker for a specific type of help, inquire about their knowledge, experience, training and continuing education. Ask about additional credentials above entry-level core education that are specific to special needs.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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ENZYME THERAPY FOR PETS

A Key to Good Health

by Shawn Messonnier

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nzymes are among the most commonly used supplements for cats and dogs because they are widely beneficial. They support digestive health and enhance nutrient absorption, as well as reduce inflammation and boost overall wellness.

A nutrition school adage states, “If you have a question on your exam and don’t know the answer, put down ‘enzymes’ and you’ll likely be correct.” The point is that enzymes made by the body for specific functions are essential to life because they affect nearly every physical or biological process.

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Enzymes help normal, healthy pets use nutrients and support the righting of gastrointestinal disorders, whether involving simple vomiting, diarrhea, chronic or complete constipation, anal sac disorders or inflammatory bowel disease, regardless of cause. Because sick pets often suffer from reduced appetite and impaired digestion, enzyme supplements are often added to a dietetic regimen to improve their nutritional status.

Helpful enzymes include proteases, carbohydrases (like amylase) and lipases that break down proteins, carbohydrates and fats, respectively. Digestive enzymes are highly specific both to the type of food they act upon and the conditions under which they work. They can be derived from pancreatic, plant or microbial sources (bacteria or fungi).

While pancreatic enzymes activate mainly in the small intestines (being inactive in the stomach’s lower pH environment), plant and microbial enzymes begin digesting foods in the stomach immediately after ingestion and likely even on the food being prepared, if the enzymes are added several minutes before they are eaten. Enzymes from microbial and plant origins have a broader spectrum of activity because they are stable and active through a wide pH range of 3.0 to 8.0.

Enzymes may be helpful for pets with inflammatory conditions, including arthritis, dermatitis, allergies, asthma and cancer. In such cases, they should not be administered with food, because otherwise they will be “used up” before the pet digests the food.

It’s also possible to use enzyme supplementation to reduce excessive shedding because enzyme supplementation is widely recognized to increase the absorption of nutrients, some possibly involved in controlling hair growth. Some of these nutrients may be used in thyroid hormone synthesis, which can positively affect hair growth and reduce shedding.

A novel use for enzymes is to help pets practicing coprophagia, or the eating of their own or another animal’s feces.

Adding the proper enzymes to the diet is believed to curb this problem, which could result from a nutrient deficiency caused by incomplete digestion and absorption. For pets with behavioral coprophagia, enzyme supplementation is unlikely to help the problem but will still benefit the pet’s overall health.

The recommended dose by breed and weight is based upon experience, the label of a specific product and directions provided by the family veterinarian. Using enzymes according to a professional’s advice is safe, with rare to nonexistent side effects. Talk to the pet’s doctor about the best enzyme products to address individual needs and keep them healthy.

Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. For more information, visit PetCareNaturally.com.

Earth Day should encourage us to reflect on what we are doing to make our planet a more sustainable and livable place. ~Scott Peters natural awakenings

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NEW WAVE Kids Organize to Save Our Oceans

by April Thompson

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arth’s oceans shelter more than a million species, employ millions of people and feed billions more. Their complex ecosystems increasingly face critical challenges, including acidification, overfishing and pollution. Inspiring us all, youths nationwide are stepping up with bold, creative actions benefiting present and future generations to show us how we too, can do our part.

Sean Russell, 24, of Englewood, Florida, was exposed to ocean wonders in junior marine conservation summer camps and 4-H programs. Volunteering with Mote Marine Laboratory’s dolphin research program, in Sarasota, Russell was struck by how improperly discarded fishing line entangled and killed dolphins and other wildlife. At 16, he launched the Stow It—Don’t Throw It Project to promote portable receptacles made from repurposed tennis ball containers for anglers to stash used fishing line for later safe disposal on shore.

More than 21,000 containers have been distributed nationwide to date.

While earning a bachelor’s degree in biology, Russell launched the Youth Ocean Conservation Summit to harness youth enthusiasm for related issues.

Six summits have convened hundreds of concerned young change-makers and adult professionals. “Young people learn about current threats to marine

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life and become inspired by peers sharing ideas and successes,” says Russell.

Planning and skill-building sessions fuel action, often assisted by microgrants to help kick-start community projects.

Russell is also involved with the nonprofit EarthEcho International, which activates young leaders through peer-to-peer networks. One recent campaign, 3T4E, encouraged youth worldwide to pick up three pieces of trash on November 1 and document their efforts. Nearly 2 million social media impressions later, they’ve reached youth in 24 states, in 19 countries and on six continents, according to Executive Director Mia DeMezza.

Founded by siblings Philippe and Alexandra Cousteau, the Washington, D.C., EarthEcho shares service learning stories that record steps young people are taking to mitigate local waterway issues. In a virtual classroom field trip series, they can explore issues such as oceanic dead zones and acidification through dynamic multimedia presentations. “These young people are going to inherit the problems we’ve created, and deserve a seat at the table,” says DeMezza.

Given the opportunity, youth can play a key role in conservation, research and policy making for Earth’s oceans. “I look at youth not as leaders of the future, but leaders of today,” says Russell.

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Daniela Fernandez, 23, is one of the youth leaders working to bridge the generational divide on ocean conservation issues. An undergraduate at Georgetown University, in Washington, D.C., she was invited to a 2013 United Nations (UN) meeting to address the state of the world’s oceans. When she inquired if they had social media outlets to share their discussions, she discovered they did not. The 2016 Christopher Benchley Ocean Award winner relates, “I returned to campus with a sense of urgency about the issues I learned about, which led me to start a nonprofit to connect Millennials with the oceans.”

The resulting Sustainable Oceans Alliance (SOA) has since hosted three global ocean summits with participants from more than 30 colleges and universities, learning directly from leaders in government, science, business and policy. Summit-watch parties at embassies around the world enabled Millennials to submit questions and comments online. Consequently, Secretary of State John Kerry’s office partnered with SOA to incorporate a youth component in the state department’s 2016 Our Ocean Conference.

The SOA, recognized by the United

Nations as a game-changing initiative, has catalyzed 30 chapters on U.S. campuses, with plans to expand to Britain, Chile and Spain. Actionable steps include advocating for college curricula on ocean health. Already, the alliance has helped sway global policy, gathering 30,000 signatures petitioning that ocean conservation be included in UN sustainable development goals. It also mobilized youth advocating for the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument, America’s first marine monument (measuring a bit larger than Yellowstone National Park), off of Cape Cod, created by former President Obama in 2016.

Russell and Fernandez agree that rallying around solutions is key to engaging youths and adults alike. “You can talk about the problems all day long, but it’s solutions that inspire people to take action,” says Russell.

Fernandez adds, “Often, people feel helpless in the face of big issues, but if you give them a simple way to help, they will get behind it.”

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

What We Can Do Now Everyone has a part to play in keeping oceans clean and healthy. Here are some ways concerned individuals of all ages can help.

Do away with disposable plastics. Use reusable alternatives to single-use plastics such as plastic bags, water bottles, to-go containers, takeaway cups and straws, all of which clog the oceans and endanger 600 aquatic species due to ingestion or entanglement.

Green what drains. Anything that washes down the drain can end up in waterways. Avoid dumping chemicals like paint, oil and solvents and opt for non-toxic cleaning products like DIY cleaners made from vinegar and baking soda, which are safe for people and the seas.

Eat smart. Per a 2016 United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization report, nearly a third of commercial fish stocks are now fished at dangerously unsustainable levels. Find best choices on the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s downloadable sustainable seafood guide and app at SeafoodWatch.org when dining or shopping, and ask seafood eateries and fish counters to carry ocean-friendly selections.

Reduce fertilizers. Fertilizer runoff from gardens and commercial agriculture eventually end up in oceans, leading to “dead zones” with low levels of oxygen that kill aquatic life.

Cut energy use. Carbon dioxide from fossil fuel consumption is turning oceans acidic, which is particularly harmful to coral reefs. Use energy-efficient appliances and vehicles, opt for renewable energy plans from local utilities and bike, walk and take public transit.

Sea Change Youth worldwide are engaging in innovative ways to activate their communities and combat ocean pollution.

Pédrisson and Emmanuelson Bernard, of Carrefour, Haiti, won the 2016 Millennium Oceans Prize for a win-win solution to urban waste, ocean pollution and unemployment.

During Haiti’s rainy season, the city’s streets carry trash to the sea. The brothers developed a waste management system and mobilized community youth to help keep the streets clean, in turn protecting the waters upon which the island community depends.

Students from Borrisoleigh, Ireland, won the EurOcean Foundation’s European Mário Ruivo Prize for a marine trash-fighting solution called Bags with Tags, in December.

Laura Hutchinson and Antoinette Atik designed stylish totes to curb the use of plastic bags, including magnetic tags for easier retrieval from waterways; they worked with local stores to distribute them at points of sale.

In another 2016 Professor Mário Ruivo Prize finalist effort, students from the island of Malta developed a way to keep waste from falling out of the usually open trash bins serving local ferries that transport 4 million passengers annually by collaborating with town officials to place three marine-friendly containers near the ferry departure point.

Such student initiatives demonstrate how simple solutions, driven by passionate advocates, can improve our troubled waters.

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THURSDAY, APRIL 13

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

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.

Flashlight Egg Hunt–8-9pm. More than 8,000 eggs to find! Bring a flashlight and basket. Come early to avoid rush and see the bunny! Ages 1 to 10. Rain or shine. Cost: $2. Melvin Park, 370 Epting Camp Rd, Chapin. Info: 803-345-8113, icrc.net.

TUESDAYS APRIL 4 & 18

In the Know to Grow Gardening Session–5:30pm.

Learn the secrets of creating and maintaining a great garden. Also join us for some sips and snacks.

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

Meals on Heels–6-9pm. Dust off those vintage Mary Jane pumps or crocodile loafers for food, games, music and fun. Proceeds benefit ICRC’s Senior Meals. Grab your wildest, craziest shoes and be a part of the Swanky Soles Competition. Men’s and women’s prizes. Cost: $30/advance purchases; $35/day of event. $5 ticket discount for four or more.

Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia.

Info: 803-213-2062, icrc.net.

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

Only those preregistered will be allowed to attend.

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

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

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

SATURDAY, APRIL 8 ICRC Breakfast with the Bunny–9-10:30am.

Breakfast, crafts, activities and an egg hunt. Souvenir photos with the bunny. Cost: $15, one child; $10, each additional child; $5 adult. Tickets must be purchased in advance by April 5. Seven Oaks Park, 200 Leisure Ln, Columbia. Info: 803-7723336, icrc.net.

Spring Market–8:30am-2:30pm. Purchase one-ofa-kind items from area artists, crafters and business owners, including paintings, handmade jewelry, home decor items, etc. Those interested in selling items must complete a registration form. Crooked Creek Park, 1098 Old Lexington Hwy, Chapin. Info: 803-345-6181, icrc.net.

SATURDAY, APRIL 15 iGoddess Fair–Noon-7pm. An all-day immersive event celebrating and honoring women. Embrace Your Inner Goddess. Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St, Charleston. Info: email Suzie Webster at Info@iGoddessFair.com or visit iGoddessFair.com.

TUESDAY, APRIL 18 Providence Cooks-Hook Line & Table–6-8pm.

Registered dietitian Kay MacInnis hosts a sophisticated heart-healthy multi-course meal with instruction. Limited space. Cost: $25. Providence Health Downtown, 2435 Forest Dr, Columbia. Info/ registration: 800-424-3627, bit.ly/ProvCooks2017.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19 Sustainable Midlands & Gills Creek Watershed Wine for Water–6p-8:30pm. Come celebrate Earth Day. Wine tasting and silent auction fundraiser. Ticket prices vary. The Hall at Senate’s End, 300 Senate St, Columbia. Info/volunteer: Contact Janel Page at 803-470-4302 or Janel@SustainableMidlands.org, or email Info@SustainableMidlands.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 22

Recycling and Shred event–8am-noon. Richland County’s Solid Waste and RecycleDivision will host a recycling and shred event. WG Sanders Middle School, 3455 Pine Belt Rd, Columbia. Info/complete list of acceptable items and guidelines: 803-5762446, RCGov.US/RichlandRecycles.

Backyard Garden Day–9am-noon. Lexington County Solid Waste Department compost and compost bin sale. Compost: $10 per ton and $20 per 40-pound bag. Red Bank Crossing, 1070 South Lake Dr, Lexington. Info: 803-785-3340, RVandergeest@ Lex-Co.com, Lex-Co.SC.gov/greenisclean.

TUESDAY, APRIL 11

Earth Day at Soda City–9am-1pm. Learn how to improve air, soil and water quality; help protect native fireflies and pollinators; identify plants; utilize solar energy; and reduce, reuse and recycle. Soda City Market, 1500 block of Main St, Columbia.

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

Hiller@Sonoco.com.

Toddler Egg Hunt–6-6:30pm. Lots of eggs filled with healthy age-appropriate treats to find and more! Bring a basket. Ages 4 and under. Rain or shine. Cost: $2. Melvin Park, 370 Epting Camp Rd, Chapin. Info: 803-345-8113, icrc.net.

WEDNESDAYS APRIL 12 & 26 Stress, Hormone Health Seminar–Presented by Dr. Rachel Hall. Cost: Free. Due to limited capacity, call immediately to preregister and reserve a space.

Only those preregistered will be allowed to attend.

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

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

Great Trail Cleanup–Team up with Palmetto Pride and other volunteers to clean up trails around three key regions: Columbia, Charleston and Spartanburg.

Info/volunteer: 877-725-7733, PalmettoPride.org.

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FRIDAY & SATURDAY, APRIL 28 & 29 Southern Dreaming Conference–10:30am-6pm (Fri), 9:45am-6:15pm (Sat). Two days of events.

Keynote speakers, workshops, art exhibition, drumming, dance, films and a special theatrical event.

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1135 State Park Rd, Greenville. Info/register: Call Deborah at 864593-2752 or Latessa at 586-484-5707. Also visit ASDreams.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 29 Green Is Clean Campaign–9am-1pm. A waste recycling event hosted by Lexington County and Keep the Midlands Beautiful for Lexington County residents only. White Knoll High School, 5643 Platt Springs Rd, Lexington. Info/complete list of acceptable items and guidelines: 803-785-3340, RVandergeest@Lex-Co.com, Lex-Co.SC.gov/ greenisclean.

planahead TUESDAY, MAY 2 Providence Cooks–Cooking with Tea–6-8pm. Registered dietitian Kay MacInnis hosts a sophisticated healthy multi-course meal with instruction based on tea and its benefits. Limited space. Cost: $25.

Providence Health Northeast, 120 Gateway Corp Blvd, Columbia. Info/registration: 800-424-3627, bit.ly/ProvCooks2017.

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

SUNDAY, MAY 7 Big Nosh Jewish Cultural Festival–11am-3pm.

Celebrate everything Jewish! Includes food, entertainment and education. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Cost: Free. Tree of Life Congregation, 6719 N Trenholm Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-3614858, SusanGBrill@gmail.com, BigNosh.org.

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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.

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Columbia Resilience Integrated Health–6-8pm.

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

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

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

Prenatal Massage Consultations–10am-4pm.

Every Monday. Free. Learn the benefits of massage during your pregnancy and how it will help prepare your body for delivery. A Knead for Nurturing, 2908 Devine St, Columbia. Info/to schedule an appointment: 803-851-4563.

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Gentle Yoga at the Lourie Center–w/Diane Barnes. The Beginner’s class, Tuesdays noon1:30pm. Basics of mind-body development,

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Wednesdays 11:30am-12:30pm. Chair yoga, Fridays 1:30-2:30pm. Info/list of programs and membership details: 803-779-1971, LourieCenterSC.com. doTERRA Essential Oils Class–7pm. Every 2nd Tuesday. Free. Chiropractic Care Center, 7245 St Andrews Rd, Columbia. Info: Call Patty Kranendonk at 803-730-9083.

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. Class is free to Richland County residents. St. Mark UMC, 3200 Lyles St, Columbia. Info/registration: Call Pamila Lorentz at 803-749-1576.

Healing Through the Senses–6pm. A women’s group exploration of healing trauma and chronic stress through reconnecting and grounding one’s sense of self. Class is free to Richland County residents. CHI Energy, 3610 Landmark Dr, Forest Acres. Info/registration: Call Pamila Lorentz at 803-749-1576.

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

Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday. Learn about homeopathic and holistic remedies for you and your pet from the comfort of your home. Live Q&A after the webinar. Info/register: Call Brenda M Tobin-Flood at 803-712-4522 or sign up and get the webinar link by emailing Info@WellnessMattersOnline.com.

wednesday

Awaken Your Energy, Awaken Your Life–7pm.

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

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

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

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

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

Holistic Practitioners Networking Group–7pm.

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

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

friday

Nature’s Theater Jazz Series–7:30-9:30pm. Friday evening music and dance. April 7, Dick Goodwin Quartet; April 21, Reggie Sullivan; and April 28, Mark Rapp. (7-7:30, lessons offered by Blue Moon Ballroom.) Saluda Shoals Park, 5605 Bush River Rd, Columbia. Info: 803-213-2062, icrc.net.

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

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

Apply online at GarnersNaturalLife.com.

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

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

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.

WANTED Compassionate, Kind Caregivers – If you have these attributes, we want you to join our team! Must drive, read, write, pass drug and alcohol testing, pass background check and have a reliable vehicle. No phone calls please. Online application: EpicInHomeCare.com.Columbia. Info: Email Andrena King at ResolveColumbia@gmail.com.

ecotip Butterfly Rescue

How to Create Helpful Home Habitats We watch the graceful flight of colorful butterflies and appreciate their crucial role as pollinators. Establishing butterfly gardens or accommodating them in yard plantings increases food sources radically threatened by reductions in blossom-rich landscapes due to development, intensive agriculture, insecticides and climate change.

The National Wildlife Federation (nwf.org) reports that butterflies are particularly attracted to red, yellow, orange, pink and purple blossoms that are flattopped or clustered for landing or hovering, with short flower tubes that present easy access to nectar.

Regional planting. In the Southeast, goldenrod, with its arching, yellow flowers, appeals to Buckeye species. Tiger Wing, Dainty Sulphur and Malachite lead the way in Florida.

Some other suitable plants and trees for attracting butterflies, according to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildlife Center (Wildflower.org) are yarrows, red and white baneberries, and red, scarlet and soft maples in the Northeast; Butterfly and Honey daisies, Indian Mallow, American Century and Husiache, in the Midwest; and Giant, Ground, Subalpine and Noble firs, Vine Maple and Columbian Monkshoods in the Northwest.

Inspiring individual efforts. Care2.com reports that California Academy of Sciences aquatic biologist Tim Wong cultivated California Pipevine plants in his backyard butterfly home four years ago upon learning that it is the primary food for California Pipevine Swallowtails in the San Francisco area. Starting with just 20 caterpillars, he was able to donate thousands of the swallowtails to the San Francisco Botanical Gardens last year and has grown more than 200 plants.

Milkweed. Populations of iconic Monarch butterflies have plummeted 90 percent in the past 20 years, reports the National Wildlife Federation, primarily due to decline of 12 native milkweed species. They need support for their annual 2,000-plus-mile migration from the U.S. Northeast and Canada to central Mexico and back. Joyce Samsel, curator of the Florida Native Butterfly Society (FloridaNativeButterflies.org), notes that the Florida Monarch stays south of Tampa year-round.

Learn about milkweed host plant growing conditions at Tinyurl.com/ LocalMilkweedByState. Find milkweed seeds via MonarchWatch.org.

Donate to help. Adopt milkweed habitat land through an Environmental Defense Fund (edf.org) program by donating $35 for one acre up to $350 for 10 acres. Their goal is to retain and protect 2 million acres.

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CLASSIFIEDS

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

ACUPUNCTURE THE ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC

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

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

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

Call to schedule an appointment. See ad, page 41.

AROMATHERAPY GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE

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

Improve your level of stress, depression and mood with natural products from a locally owned family business. Our knowledgeable staff will guide you using aromatherapy for pain, anxiety, energy enhancement and more. We carry several brands of essential oils, including doTERRA. See ads, pages 26 and back page.

CHIROPRACTIC CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER INC.

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

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

FAMILY PRACTICE OF CHIROPRACTIC

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 11.

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LAW OFFICE OF SHANNON K. BURNETT

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

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

COLON HEALTH SPRING RAIN HYDROTHERAPY

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

All disease begins in the colon.

Constipation; slow, sluggish bowel; gas and bloating? A colonic will help to rid you of these problems. Colonics promote good digestion, help speed metabolism, help lower cholesterol, and help relieve joint pain. Linda Salyer is IACN certified and a retired nurse. Saturday appointments available with an additional small convenience fee. See ad, page 27.

CPA 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.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY CHI ENERGY BALANCE

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

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Pamila Lorentz, MSW, RN, LMBT 6136 Old Bush River Rd & 3610 Landmark Dr Forest Acres • 803-749-1576 CenterForHealthIntegration.com

The innate wisdom and healing potential is within you to heal patterns of chronic stress and past trauma. Chi Energy Balance provides experienced guides to support you on your personal journey of health and freedom from pain and anxiety. Services include spiritual aromatherapy, CranioSacral Therapy, integrated massage, sound/vibrational frequencies, reiki and directional healing. Call today! See ad, page 40.

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DENTISTRY 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 2.

CHILDREN AND ADULT DENTAL GROUP

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

Wi t h a f o c u s o n d e n t a l health education, our team of professionals will help you love your smile again. From straighter teeth in just 6 to 12 months with Fastbraces technology, to implants or dentures—we can have you smiling again in no time. We also offer conscious sedation, allowing for a positive experience for little ones. Call today! See ad, page 9.

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 mercury-filling removal following IAOMT standards using supplemental oxygen, special filters and amalgam separators to keep toxic metals out of our waterways.

See ad, page 5.

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

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SOLAR ENERGY

INTEGRATIVE & HOLISTIC MEDICINE

VIVINT SOLAR

Joe McClintock, Energy Consultant 803-445-6373 Joseph.McClintock@VivintSolar.com

EXPECT WELLNESS

HEALTH FOOD STORE MURRAYWOOD HEALTH FOODS

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

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

HOMEOPATHY WELLNESS MATTERS

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

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

Brenda uses her extensive knowledge of human-grade essential oils, herbs and reiki for healing modalities, treating all types of animals, including farm and exotic. Phone consultations, home visits, barn visits, K-Kal requirements for canines, and nutritional consultations are also available. See ad, page 33.

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 21.

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

Jenny Sepulveda is a licensed massage therapist with more than 14 years’ experience. She also has a degree in occupational studies from The Swedish Institute of Manhattan. Sepulveda is certified in prenatal, craniosacral, reflexology, and hot and cold stones treatment. She is dedicated to providing stress and pain relief through massage for people of all walks of life. Come and experience the relaxation massage therapy has to offer you. See ad, page 31.

MINDSET COACHING JULIE E. BRADSHAW

The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.

-Lao Tzu

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

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

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

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

At Gaylord Spiritual Counseling, we offer many methods in dealing with everyday problems. We also offer insight and guidance for those dealing with unexplainable difficulties. Our gifted and intuitive advisers will help you discover the answers you seek. See ad, page 31.

THERMOGRAPHY

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

ABOUT YOUR HEALTH INC.

Do you ever think, “What’s wrong with me that I struggle financially, attract bad relationships, can’t lose weight, etc?” What if there’s nothing wrong with you? Discover why you have created the life you have, what you can do to change it, and how to listen to your inner wisdom.

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

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

See ad, page 3.

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

Our main focus is health education and health-enhancing services. One-on-one nutritional counseling, Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Reams pH testing, parasite programs, aquachi footbaths, far infrared sauna, weight-loss programs, and thermography. Hard-to-find natural, organic, whole food nutritional supplements, raw foods and natural household items. See ad, page 9

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS

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

Referrals not needed. See ad, page 19.

GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE

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

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

See ads, page 26 and back page.

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