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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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TAKES ON THE FDA

Why the Natural Health Movement Must Protect Itself

by Kathleen Barnes

16 LUSTROUS POOCH 16 10 Foods to Make a Dog’s Coat Glow

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id you know that after routing the British from Boston in the spring of 1776, Gen. George Washington fought a series of humiliating battles in a losing effort to defend New York? But on Christmas Day that same year, he led his army through a ferocious blizzard, crossed the Delaware River into New Jersey, and defeated the Hessian forces at Trenton. In May 1778, the French agreed to an alliance with the Americans, marking the turning point of the Revolution. Washington knew that one great victory by his army would collapse the British parliament’s support for its war against the colonies. In October 1781, Washington’s troops, assisted by the French Navy, defeated Gen. Charles Cornwallis at Yorktown. By the following spring, Great Britain was ready to end hostilities.

What an amazing account of Washington’s uncommon valor, courage and bravery to make very tough decisions and choices in the midst of difficult circumstances (a war). In his relentless pursuit of freedom and independence on behalf of the citizens settling in the fledgling new colonies, which would later form this great nation, Washington understood that the real war to be won was not on the actual battlefields littered across the land filled with soldiers, from both sides, fighting for their respective causes; in fact, the true war and most formidable challenge was the fight to win the battle raging in their very own minds, where the hope-killers of fear, doubt and discouragement can reap havoc, stealing victory away one negative, unproductive thought at a time.

What was the end result for Washington and his army? Ultimate freedom and, with that, an independent nation celebrating victory by the stroke of a pen, as its elected leaders signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.

This month all across the nation, we will celebrate and commemorate this coveted act, and our freedom and independence won for us, by an array of usual activities: fireworks, get-togethers and socials, and, of course, lots of food—all good things! In fact, this month’s editorial theme is Food Watch, so please be mindful that as we do celebrate, let’s do so responsibly. Enjoy the great summer food and beverages that we all look forward to this time of year, but do so freely and independently of the tendencies to overindulge and overdo. Be committed and resolved to win the war against bad habits and bad moods that often have us looking to food and other means to self-medicate rather than facing life’s challenges courageously. Capture the enemies of fear, doubt and discouragement, knowing that you are the commanding general of your mind, body, soul and spirit. Enjoy the fourth and enjoy your summer.

Washington convinced his soldiers and an emerging nation that this kind of commitment, attitude and conviction were the keys to winning on the battlefield and in life, and you know, I would say that he was (is) right. One more important thing, let’s remember those serving, and those that have served, our country by sacrificing themselves to make our festive celebrations even possible. They deserve it.

In honor of them … Happy Fourth of July,

Annette Briggs, Publisher HealthyLivingColumbia.com

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hroughout the month of July until Sunday, October 5, bring the kids out and explore the world of the butterfly! Visit EdVenture’s living exhibit, Blooming Butterflies, to experience the world of these fascinating insects!

This 2,500-square-foot exhibit is filled with dozens of species of trees and plants to showcase the lifespan of more than 20 species of butterflies native to the Southeast. Be sure to check out the Bloom Room and observe chrysalises and emerging butterflies.

Cost: Children and adults, $11.50; seniors (62+), $10.50; military (with ID), $10.50; members and children younger than 1, free. Times: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday; 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sunday. Location: EdVenture Children’s Museum, 211 Gervais St., Columbia. For more information, call 803-400-1166 or email KBarnes@Edventure.org or visit Edventure.org.

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hroughout the month of July for all kids ages 5 through 15, the Studio Cellar will host its Summer Art Camp program. Designed to bring out the child’s inner artist, each day, children will participate in a variety of activities that may include painting, drawing, crafts, sculpture and various other art projects. Each session is led by a professional artist/instructor. The children will spend each week not only creating but learning about art history and how important art is in our society. At the end of each camp week, each child’s art will be displayed in his or her very own gallery showing at noon the following Saturday.

Parents and family are encouraged to attend to view their child’s masterpieces, which can be taken home after the viewing. Please note that lunch is not provided.

Cost: $185. Times: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Location: The Studio Cellar, 912 Lady St., Columbia. For more information and to register, call 803-446-4468 or email Info@Studio-Cellar.com. natural awakenings

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communitynews 2014 S.C. Clean Energy Summit

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icking off at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 9, the South Carolina Clean Energy Business Alliance will host the 2014 S.C. Clean Energy Summit at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. The summit will feature eight moderated panels, which will focus on S.C. clean energy business development in the following areas: solar energy manufacturing, biomass energy generation, wind energy clustering opportunities, energy efficiency advancement, the economic impact of recycling, clean transportation development, and the resurgence of hydroelectric generation.

Location: Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St., Columbia.

For more information, call 803-413-6808 or email Clare@ClareMorrisAgency.com.

To register and for additional information, visit scceba.biz and click on “Events.”

Midlands Grown Restaurant Week

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rom Saturday, July 12, through Friday, July 18, local Midlands restaurants and eateries will be recognizing Midlands Grown Restaurant Week. This tasty celebration of locally grown food is the run-up to the Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival taking place on Saturday, July 19. The Midlands Grown Restaurant Week will feature chefs from participating restaurants in the area highlighting special dishes on their menus that showcase a variety of locally grown foods for your enjoyment. Bon Appetit!

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n Saturday, July 19, City Roots, of Columbia, will host its fifth annual Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival at City Roots Urban Farm. Presented

by Sustainable Midlands, the festival will highlight locally grown food, the growers, the restaurants that place it on their menus, the markets that sell it, and the people that eat it. Activities include a free heirloom tomato tasting, live music, local food and drink vendors, tomato bobbing, and the highly anticipated Tasty Tomato Contest.

Cost: $10 in advance, $15 at door.

Times: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Location: City Roots Urban Farm, 1005 Airport Blvd., Columbia. For more information, call 803-381-8747 or email Ryan@SustainableMidlands.org or visit TastyTomatoFestival.com.

For more information, call 803-381-8747 or email Ryan@SustainableMidlands.org.

Members’ Night Series

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alling to all Riverbanks Zoo members! On Friday, July 18, you are invited to come and stroll through the zoo for three extraordinary hours after the park is closed to the public.

This members’ night experience is free and for zoo members only (no guest passes, please). Gates open at 6 p.m. with event parking available only on the zoo side of the park. Registration is not required.

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

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New Martial Arts School in Northeast Columbia

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he study and practice of martial arts has proven to build a strong body, mind and self-discipline.

Okinawan Kenpo Karate Kobudo is a new Northeast Columbia martial arts school that teaches traditional empty-hand karate and the use of farming implements from feudal Okinawa as self-defense weapons.

The head instructor is Kyoshi Martinez, a student of the Okinawan master Hanshi Seikichi Odo. He has studied karate and martial arts since he was a young boy and has more than 45 years of experience. Martinez has studied other martial arts systems as well; however, Okinawan Kenpo is his preferred system of choice.

Martinez teaches classes ranging in size from 10 to 15 students per class, thus ensuring quality one-on-one attention. Classes are available Monday through Friday for ages 6 and up.

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Classes offered and times are as follows: 3 to 4 p.m.: After-school children’s beginner class 4 to 5 p.m.: Children’s intermediate and advanced class 5 to 6 p.m.: Adults’ beginner class 6 to 7 p.m.: Adults’ advanced class Location: Okinawan Kenpo Karate Kobudo, 226 Jamaica St., Columbia. For more information, call 803-361-1389.

Ultimate Challenge Night Ops Mud Run

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o you have what it takes? Well, prove it on Saturday, July 26, starting at 7 a.m., by participating in the Ultimate Challenge Night Ops Mud Run. Designed by organizers to honor the sacrifices of Marines and veterans worldwide, the Mud Run, this year, for the first time, will feature a course converted for nighttime operations.

Each team of four will face a 5K version of the Leatherneck with 20 obstacles illuminated with chemlights and luminescent paint. Each team member will be required to provide and wear a headlamp for safety. The challenge will be both physical and mental; crawling through mud, water and over obstacles, which are built with the same materials and techniques as used in military training courses around the world.

All proceeds raised from this event go to charity.

Cost: $225/team of four; $125/team of two. Times: 7 a.m. Location: The Leatherneck Course, 1215 Valley Ridge Rd., Gaston, S.C. For more information, email UltimateChallengeMudRun@gmail.com or visit UltimateChallengeMudRun.org.

Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light. ~Helen Keller

According to Scott Tips, president and legal counsel for the National Health Federation (NHF), harmonized global standards are enabling overall reduced vitamin and mineral levels in pill and food form. In February, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed changes to both the current Nutrition Facts panel on food labels and Supplement Facts panel on dietary supplement labels that prompt concern.

“While the food industry, media and general public focus on the proposed format changes, new wording and label design, there’s a danger to our health in the FDA harmonizing our Reference Daily Intake (RDI) of vitamin and mineral levels down to the extremely low levels of the Codex Alimentarius, which our organization has fought against for more than a decade,” advises Tips.

Although a few RDIs have been raised, if the proposed rulemaking is adopted, the NHF anticipates that the FDA will work to conform other recommended nutrient values to those of Codex. Support for this projection is based on an October 11, 1995, FDA pronouncement in the Federal Register to harmonize its food laws with those of the rest of the world.

The deadline for citizens to submit comments to the FDA ended on June 2, but we can still write to the Division of Dockets Management (HFA-305), Food and Drug Administration, 5360 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061, Rockville, MD 20852.

Mention Docket No. FDA-2012-N-1210 and insist that the FDA cease pushing its harmonization agenda.

For more information, visit Tinyurl.com/NHFCaseForNutrients.

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Ginger and Turmeric Protect Skin from Sun

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cientists from Thailand’s Chulalongkorn University have found that extracts from ginger and turmeric may help prevent DNA damage caused by the sun’s ultraviolet B (UVB) rays, a leading cause of melanoma and other skin cancers.

Fifteen herbal extracts were created; each was applied to human keratinocytes, the predominant cell type in the outer layer of skin that can be damaged by the sun’s rays. The researchers measured the ability of each herb extract to absorb ultraviolet radiation and act as an antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals.

Turmeric and ginger extracts absorbed a significant amount of UVB rays before they could damage the skin, according to the results, published in Photochemistry and Photobiology. Each was found to stimulate the synthesis of thioredoxin 1, an antioxidant protein that appears to protect keratinocytes from DNA damage and toxicity to living cells.

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Fruits and Veggies Boost Kids’ Learning and Social Skills

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study published in the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association finds that increased fruit and vegetable consumption among school-age children may increase learning skills related to interacting with others, as identified in social cognitive theory.

Researchers divided 138 students into two groups, with one group consuming more fruits and vegetables than the other. After three months, the group on the healthier diet tested higher in social cognitive learning skills. They also scored better in selfefficacy (belief they could succeed) in difficult situations, social support and observational learning.

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Essential Oils Effective in Fighting Candida, MRSA

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ssential oils show promise in preventing infections from the fungi Candida albicans and the bacteria methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), according to several recent studies. Romania’s Polytechnic University of Bucharest researchers found that topical application of the essential oils from Salvia officinalis (sage) and Anethum graveolens (dill) provided significant inhibition against the C. albicans fungi when compared with a standard antiseptic dressing.

Scientists from England’s Manchester Metropolitan University compared the effects on three strains of MRSA in wound dressings containing the essential oils of patchouli, tea tree, geranium, lavender and grapefruit seed extract against a conventional antibacterial dressing of silver sulfadiazine cream. Each oil was applied independently and in combination with wound dressings. Grapefruit seed extract and geranium oil were found to most effectively inhibit the MRSA strains.

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n Tuesday, June 3, IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) and the Holiday Inn & Suites ColumbiaAirport hotel were honored for their leadership in sustainability and their commitment to and excellence in environmental stewardship at the Sustainability Forum and Press Conference hosted by Holiday Inn & Suites Columbia-Airport. IHG Green Engage, an online sustainability system designed by IHG and available to its 4,600 properties worldwide, helps participating hotels reduce environmental impacts and their operating costs. The program’s measurable success provides IHG with a unique opportunity to share the program’s progress and demonstrate its environmental leadership position in the hospitality industry. Great job and kudos to you!

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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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Monsanto Roundup Herbicide May Cause Gene-ocide The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ruled to allow Roundup herbicide residues in food at concentrations a million times higher than levels already shown to be carcinogenic in cell research. Now a new study published in Free Radical Medicine & Biology adds to a growing body of research implicating the herbicide’s main ingredient, glyphosate, at concentration ranges well within the EPA “safe level” for food, in inhibiting male fertility.

Noting the research revealing Roundup’s toxicity to the germ line (sperm and egg) of animal species, the argument can be made that this chemical has contraceptive properties and, therefore, genocidal consequences. By directly affecting the biologically immortal cells within the testes that contain DNA with more than 3 billion years worth of information essential for the future of the human species, Roundup could even be considered an instrument of mass destruction.

Minimally, the precautionary principle should be applied that any chemical with the potential to disrupt or destroy our species’ reproductive cells should be banned unless the manufacturer can prove its safety beyond a reasonable doubt.

Source: GreenMedInfo.com

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U.S. Organic Standards Under Siege

Shame Game Corporations Bow to Public Pressure Microbeads are tiny balls of hard plastic found in facial scrubs, shampoo and toothpaste that flow down drains and pass through wastewater treatment plants, ending up in waterways, where they enter the food chain. New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman has proposed the first U.S. legislation banning plastic microbeads in commonly used cosmetics (Tinyurl.com/BeadLegislation).

Finding microbead-free products isn’t easy; we must read ingredient lists and steer clear of products that contain polyethylene or polypropylene. Natural alternatives include ground almonds, oatmeal and pumice.

Palm oil is a natural ingredient used in thousands of everyday products from snack foods to shampoo.

But as tropical forests are cleared and carbon-rich peat swamps are drained and burned to make way for palm oil plantations, carbon is released into the atmosphere, driving global warming and shrinking habitat for endangered species. Tropical deforestation currently accounts for about 10 percent of the world’s heattrapping emissions.

Last March, General Mills and Colgate-Palmolive announced new palm oil policies. Concerned citizens can tell other major corporations that for the sake of our atmosphere, tropical forests, peat lands and endangered species, the time to act is now, and to use only deforestation-free and peatlands-free palm oil going forward.

Take action at Tinyurl.com/Palm OilPetition.

Last September, without any public input, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), under pressure from corporations, changed the way the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) decides which non-organic materials are allowed in products labeled as Certified Organic, all but guaranteeing that when the NOSB meets every six months, the non-organic and synthetic materials allowed in organic items will increase.

Certain non-organic or synthetic materials can be used in up to 5 percent of a USDA Organic product, and in up to 30 percent of a Made with Organic Ingredients product. Look for the addition of carrageenan, synthetic nutrients, such as DHA and ARA, sausage casings made from processed intestines, synthetic methionine, antibiotics and mutagens, among others.

Sign a petition in protest at Tinyurl.com/OrganicStandardsPetition.

Food Transparency

Vermont Demands GMO Labeling

Vermont Senator David Zuckerman and Representative Carolyn Partridge spearheaded efforts for the state to pass the nation’s first unrestricted mandatory labeling bill for genetically modified organisms (GMO). The state legislature’s collective efforts, last4/1 ing more than a decade, led to an unprecedented, SEI-Columbia game-changing new law signed by Governor Peter Shumlin on April 23. The state expects legal challenges by big540-1169-NA-revitalize-MT-5x3 biotech manufacturers Natural Awakenings and marketers, and has proactively set aside $10 million for legal fees.

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Starting July 1, 2016, products sold in Vermont that contain PK more than 0.9 percent GMO content contamination will require a statement on the label indi3/17 cating that genetic engineering was used. Products that contain GMOs and are labeled cannot also label their products as “natural”. The bill, however, does not apply to labels for milk, eggs and meat from animals fed GMOs.

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A Good Life of Raw Foods

by MaryJo Briggs

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ood is a part of life. We all need to eat. Yet, so many people struggle. Knowing what to eat and understanding how food directly impacts your health doesn’t have to be a mystery anymore. In fact, it’s much simpler than you think, according to Sharon Wright, executive chef at Good Life Café on Main Street in Columbia.

Her goal is to make delicious raw vegan food, cold-pressed juices, and smoothies that delight the palate and nurture the soul.

If you are new to raw vegan foods, it is very simple to understand. They consist of unprocessed plant foods that have not been heated above 115 degrees. By eating live foods, you actually feel more alive. In essence, foods contain life-force energy. The more of which you take in, the more alive you’ll feel. And this is how healing begins.

In addition, research has uncovered the long-term benefits of eating raw foods. By including a variety of raw foods in your diet, the body is more capable of absorbing enzymes and nutrients. Other health benefits include weight loss, feeling great and even looking younger!

A great place to begin your journey is Good Life Café.

Review the inviting whole food choices on the menu and experience the wonderful atmosphere. At first, the concept may seem foreign to you, but once you begin a whole foods lifestyle and, of course, experience the creations from Wright’s menu, you will begin to understand that food really does affect you in very powerful ways.

The way that food is grown, cooked and prepared is very important and has an impact on numerous levels—physiologically, emotionally and, according to some, even spiritually.

And for those that feel guilty indulging in chocolate, here’s a nugget of information you’ve probably been missing all these years. Research has shown that raw chocolate is one of nature’s richest sources of antioxidants, and can improve blood flow, reduce inflammation and support weight loss.

There can be no doubt that raw foods are very healthy, nourishing and energizing, and that a diet filled with tasty choices from the raw food category can dramatically change your life for the better!

For more information on vegan raw foods and juices call Sharon Wright at 803-726-2310 or visit Good Life Café at 1614 Main St. Columbia

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Children, Nature and a Unique Education

by MaryJo Briggs

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f you have children, you know how different each one can be. You also know that children are born with different talents, unique gifts and, often, specific learning styles. Harmony School understands this completely.

Located in beautiful Forest Acres, Harmony School is a small, affordable, nonprofit private preschool, kindergarten and elementary school with an effective after-care program.

For more than 20 years, Harmony School has offered a unique Montessori, Waldorf and inquiry-based learning curriculum. Students can also enjoy programs featuring the arts and music; all experienced within a self-paced, multi-age classroom environment.

Harmony School encourages students to explore and cultivate their individual abilities while teaching problemsolving skills and respect for others.

With multi-age classrooms that serve students from preschool to fifth grade, children learn at their own pace. The preschool and kindergarten students occupy one building, while the elementary classes are separate. This innovative multi-age classroom approach promotes a spirit of cooperation while simultaneously encouraging individualism within a loving, supportive and natural environment.

Keeping children connected to nature is one of the best ways to cultivate a sense of harmony and respect for the environment. Understanding this, Harmony School offers a curriculum that includes something often missing from that of other schools: the growth, care and preparation of foods on campus grounds, to include an outdoor classroom to capture the learning experiences.

With three small garden and veggie plots onsite, students can maintain a connection to nature, and learn how food is grown and cared for through fun and educational hands-on experiences. Children enjoy lunch on the patio outdoors as they view the many birds that frequent the decorative birdbaths located on school grounds.

Harmony School was established to provide children an educational environment that encourages each child’s natural desire to learn, grow and explore. And as summer comes to a close, prompting important family decisions regarding school enrollment, the administration, faculty and staff of Harmony School remain ready and eager to serve its vision and mission.

To learn more about Harmony School and its mission, call 803-787-1899.

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Did the FDA declare war on the natural products industry in the 1990s?

James Gormley Takes On the FDA Why the Natural Health Movement Must Protect Itself

by Kathleen Barnes

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ames Gormley, a leader of the natural health movement in the U.S. and an award-winning health journalist, is a passionate advocate for natural health.

For more than 20 years, he’s been at the forefront in the fight against government restriction of dietary supplements and for transparency in the food industry, and has twice participated in America’s trade delegation to the United Nations Codex Alimentarius Commission, advocating for health freedom.

Gormley’s editorial positions have included editor-in-chief of Better Nutrition and editorial director for the Vitamin Retailer Magazine Group.

He now serves as both vice president and senior policy adviser for Citizens for Health and as a scientific advisory board member with the Natural Health Research Institute.

His latest book, Health at Gunpoint: The FDA’s Silent War Against Health Freedom, poses a strong stance against government interference in our rights to information about and access to healthy food and supplements.

Why do you believe that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are tainted by special interests, particularly big companies in the pharmaceutical and food industries?

The FDA was created to address issues of food and drug contamination and adulteration. Dr. Harvey Wiley, the courageous first leader of its predecessor, the Bureau of Chemistry, expressed his disgust with the unintended consequences in his 1929 book, The History

of a Crime Against the Food Law: The Amazing Story of the National Food and Drugs Law Intended to Protect the Health of the People, Perverted to Protect Adulteration of Foods and Drugs.

The FDA has been beholden to drug companies for decades. Making the situation worse, a 2012 law loosened conflict of interest restrictions for FDA advisory panels. That has further weakened the agency’s review system and likely allowed more drugs with safety problems to gain marketing approval, according to an analysis published in the journal Science in 2013.

In addition, 40 percent of the FDA’s last budget increase came from user fees on prescription drugs paid by the pharmaceutical giants.

The USDA has the potential to do much good, but is bogged down with politics and mandates to push questionable biotechnology.

With regard to the controversy over genetically modified organisms (GMO), are certain companies being given undue influence in national policy making?

Yes. A perfect example was the ability of Monsanto to block initiatives requiring labeling of food products that contain GMOs in California and Washington state. Monsanto and the food industry continue to leverage their considerable influence in the U.S. Congress to block such legislation on a national level, despite the massive outcry from consumers demanding to know the identity and origin of the food we eat.

The FDA conducted numerous and illegal raids on health food stores, supplement makers and practitioners. In an infamous barbaric raid on the clinic of integrative physician Dr. Jonathan Wright, in Tahoma, Washington, in 1992, agents and deputized officers converged with guns drawn, terrorizing patients and staff because Wright was giving his patients legal L-tryptophan supplements to help with sleep and mood. It was dubbed the “vitamin B-bust”. A federal grand jury declined to indict Wright on the charges stemming from the raid.

Current European Union and international codex policies maintain that most necessary nutrients can and should be obtained from foods, so they have dramatically limited the availability of many supplements.

Do you expect such a policy to become part of U.S. law?

These European policies fly in the face of reality and every major food study conducted since World War II. The superrefined, overly processed Western diet does not and cannot fully supply optimal levels of daily nutrients. The U.S. has made minor efforts to tread this dangerous path and been met with tremendous consumer outrage. Potential related laws and policies would have to make it past an avalanche of public comments.

What is the current status of the fight for health freedom, and what is your prognosis for the future?

Substantial threats to our health freedom still exist, but I am optimistic.

Three highly credible nonprofit organizations are leading the way: the Alliance for Natural Health, Citizens for Health and the National Health Federation. If consumers remain vigilant and stay informed on the issues identified by these advocates, we will be able to tackle and defeat threats to Americans’ health freedoms as they emerge.

Kathleen Barnes has authored many natural health books. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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o keep our dog’s skin and coat healthy, supplements may first come to mind, especially oils and powders. However, whole foods deserve a closer look for naturally elegant results.

Chia

Chia seeds contain more healthy omega-3 fats and fiber than flax or other grain seeds and are a good source of protein and antioxidants, notes Patrick Skerrett, executive editor of Harvard Health Publications. They are abundant in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a plant-based form of omega-3, which combats skin inflammation and improves the skin’s texture and softness, says holistic nutritionist Melissa Diane Smith, of Tucson, Arizona.

Eggs

Eggs are nutritional powerhouses containing the most bioavailable protein for dogs. Eggs have vitamin A, which promotes cell turnover. Their zinc further supports protein synthesis and cell division, necessary for wound healing, the formation of connective tissue and skin health, according to the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary

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Supplements. Egg yolks provide a valuable source of biotin, effective in treating dry skin, seborrhea and itching associated with skin allergies, reports PetEducation.com, a website of veterinarians Dr. Race Foster and Dr. Marty Smith, owners of Foster and Smith, Inc. Avoid raw eggs, as they contain avidin, which interferes with the metabolism of biotin, fats, glucose and amino acids, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Almonds

Almonds contain the entire vitamin E family of tocopherols and tocotrienols.

“Deficiency of vitamin E has been implicated in the development of certain dermatological disorders in dogs,” counsels Lee Russell McDowell, Ph.D., in Vitamins in Animal and Human Nutrition. Almonds are also an excellent source of B vitamins, copper, manganese, magnesium, zinc and bioflavonoids, with a trace of omega-3. While safe in small quantities for larger dogs, whole almonds are not easily digested and can upset the stomach and create intestinal distress. Almonds are easily ground into a powder using a blender,

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Renowned herbalist Juliette de Bairacli Levy pioneered the use of coconut in natural diets for companion animals. Raw coconut contains mediumchain, saturated fats that transform into energy and can decrease bacterial growth, irritation and inflammation, according to naturopathic physician Bruce Fife, a certified nutritionist, doctor of naturopathy and author of The Coconut Oil Miracle.

Carob

Carob, the fruit of the Ceratonia siliqua tree, is rich in natural sugars, vitamins and minerals. Free of the stimulants caffeine and theobromine found in chocolate, it’s safe for dogs and its vitamin E supports skin health.

Recent research published in the Iraqi Postgraduate Medical Journal shows that carob also has natural antibacterial properties.

Oats

A fortifying cereal low in starch and high in mineral content, especially potassium and phosphorus, oats also harbor calcium, magnesium, B vitamins and iron. The grain’s primary benefit to skin and coat is its soluble fiber content, which also helps a dog’s gastrointestinal system to remove toxins.

Liver

Liver from grass-fed animals enhances healthy skin. Nutrients include calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, copper, vitamins A, C, D, E and eight B vitamins, including thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, folic acid and biotin.

Wild Salmon

Cooked wild salmon is ripe with omega-3 fatty acids, which along with benefiting the skin and coat, appear to boost the immune system, and may assist dogs with allergies, according to the article “10 ‘People’ Foods for Dogs,” by Elizabeth Pask and Laura Scott.

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Cranberries

Cranberries contain a variety of bioactive components, including proanthocyanidins and anthocyanin antioxidants, plus the phytochemical ellagic acid. “Animal experiments show that supplementation with anthocyanins effectively prevents inflammation and subsequent blood vessel damage,” explains Northern California Registered Dietitian Marilyn Sterling, who also points to myriad studies of the antioxidant power of proanthocyanidins. According to the American Institute of Cancer Research, ellagic acid can prevent skin cancers. The 16th-century herbalist Henry Lyte documented their use in treating skin wounds and eczema.

Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes can be considered a skin superfood, because they hold a high level of betacarotene (a precursor form of vitamin A) and are a good source of vitamin E. Their vitamin C content, which increases with cooking, facilitates collagen production, contributes to photoprotection, decreases photodamage and supports wound healing, according to a report by Alexander J. Michels, Ph.D., of the Oregon State University Linus Pauling Institute.

Suzi Beber is the founder of The Smiling Blue Skies Cancer Fund via Canada’s University of Guelph Veterinary College and Teaching Hospital Pet Trust. She also contributes to Animal Wellness magazine, from which this article was adapted and used with permission.

Try to use organic ingredients whenever possible for all of these recipes.

Combine ingredients in a mediumsized bowl; let sit for 10 miutes.

Lightly coat a pan with olive oil, add bowl contents and then scramble like regular eggs. Cool before serving as a topping to a dog’s regular meal.

Raw Liver Paté

Chia Coconut Crunch

1½ cups rolled oats 1 tsp baking powder ½ cup coconut flour 1½ Tbsp chia seeds ¼ cup coconut oil 1 cup almond butter 2 whole eggs 1 tsp pure vanilla ¼ cup carob chips

Preheat oven to 350 F. Cover a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.

Combine all ingredients except carob chips. After ingredients are well incorporated, add carob chips. Form small balls of dough with hands, place on cookie sheet and lightly flatten each ball with the back of a fork. Bake for 10 minutes in preheated oven. Cool completely before serving. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container or bag.

Oats ‘n‘ Egg Scramble 2 eggs, whisked ½ cup rolled oats ¼ cup goat’s milk Olive oil

½ lb liver (chicken or bison) 2 eggs 1 tsp sea salt or kelp 1 Tbsp olive oil

Whirl all ingredients together in a food processor or blender until smooth. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Use as a topper for regular meals.

Cooked Liver Paté

Same ingredients as liver paté. Hard boil the eggs and set aside. Lightly sauté liver in a pan with the olive oil, sea salt and kelp. Cook until pink is gone. Cool and then combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth. Serve and store as indicated above.

Source: Recipes courtesy of Suzi Beber.

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Essential Oils for Summer

Healing Fragrances for Bites, Allergies and Sunburn

by Kathleen Barnes

A breath of sweet lavender oil can quickly reduce stress. A whiff of lemon oil can energize us.

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ssential oils are not magic or folklore. There is solid science behind them,” says Elizabeth Jones, founder of the College of Botanical Healing Arts, in Santa Cruz, California.

Here’s what happens after inhaling lavender, the most popular of all essential oils: The cilia—microscopic cellular fibers in the nose—transport the aroma to the olfactory bulb at the bottom of the brain, from where it proceeds to the limbic brain and directly affects the nerves, delivering a soothing effect. “Or put it on your skin and other properties of essential oils are absorbed straight into the bloodstream,” advises Jones, author of Awaken to Healing Fragrance.

Thai studies show that a whiff of lavender oil is calming and lowers blood pressure and heart rate, yet there are many more benefits attributed to the art and science of aromatherapy and essential oils. For those struggling with summer maladies, here are several simple solutions essential oils can provide.

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Minor Scrapes, Cuts and Blisters Tea tree oil (melaleuca) is tops, because it contains terpenes that kill staphylococcus and other nasty bacteria and works to prevent infection, according to a meta-analysis from the University of Western Australia. The researchers further suggest that tea tree oil may be used in some cases instead of antibiotics. Oregano and eucalyptus oils are likewise acknowledged for their natural abilities to eliminate infection-causing bacteria, fungi and viruses.

“Blend all three for a synergistic effect,” says aromatherapy expert Robert Tisserand (RobertTisserand.com), of Ojai, California. “They sort of leapfrog over each other to penetrate the skin and cell walls.”

Sunburn, Bug Bites and Poison Ivy A small amount of undiluted lavender oil will cool sunburn fast, advises Tisserand. Add a few drops to a dollop of cooling aloe vera gel for extra relief

and moisture, suggests Jones. Undiluted lavender is also a great remedy for insect bites, says Tisserand. “You can stop the pain of a bee sting in 20 seconds with a few drops.”

Chamomile, either the German or Roman variety, helps with rashes, according to Jones, especially when mixed with her summertime favorite, aloe vera gel. She recommends mugwort oil for poison oak or poison ivy, a benefit affirmed by animal research from the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine’s Herbal Medicine Formulation Research Group.

Allergy Relief During hay fever season, several aromatherapy oils from a diffuser can offer relief, counsels Tisserand. He recommends eucalyptus, geranium and lavender oils, all of which contain antihistamines. Use

them separately or blended. When using a diffuser, it’s not necessary to put the oils into a diluting carrier oil or gel. He notes that a steam tent containing 10 drops of each of the three oils mixed with two cups of boiling water is highly effective.

Sprains, Strains and Joint Pain Lessen inflammation and the pain from tendon and muscle sprains and strains with rosemary or peppermint, adding a dash of ginger for additional benefit, says Tisserand. He recommends rubbing the oils (diluted in a carrier) directly on the sore spot.

Rosemary is particularly effective for bringing blood flow to an injury site, and the menthol in peppermint is a great pain reliever, adds Jones.

A Chinese study published in the European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics confirms the pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory abilities of peppermint oil. Researchers from Taiwan confirm that ginger is anti-inflammatory and can even reduce intense nerve pain.

Jones believes that essential oils have a place in everyone’s medicine chest. “Sometimes I feel like David up against Goliath,” she remarks. “I encourage everyone to use natural healing products from plants instead of pharmaceutical drugs, the side effects of which actually diminish the body’s natural ability to heal.”

Kathleen Barnes has authored numerous books on natural health, including Rx from the Garden: 101 Food Cures You Can Easily Grow. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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STEWARDS OF EARTH’S BOUNTY

Organic Farmers Sow Seeds of Change

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rom epidemic childhood obesity and rising rates of autism and food allergies to the growing risks of pesticides and climate change, we have many reasons to be concerned about the American food system. Fortunately, many heroes among us—family farmers, community gardeners, visionaries and activists—are striving to create a safer and healthier environment now that will benefit future generations. Recognizing and celebrating their stellar Earth stewardship in this 2014 International Year of Family Farmers, Natural Awakenings is spotlighting examples

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of the current crop of heroes providing inspiration and hope. They are changing America’s landscape and the way we think about the ability of good food to feed the future well.

Doug Crabtree and Anna JonesCrabtree, of Vilicus Farms, in Havre, Montana, are reviving crop biodiversity and pollinator habitat on their organic farm in northern Montana. “We strive to farm in a manner that works in concert with nature,” Doug explains.

The couple’s actions live up to their farm’s Latin name, which means “steward”. They grow 15 nourishing crops on 1,200 acres, including flax, buckwheat, sunflower, safflower, spelt, oats, barley and lentils, without pesticides, herbicides or synthetic fertilizers. By imitating natural systems, planting diverse crops and avoiding damaging chemical inputs, they are attracting diverse native pollinators, he notes. Their approach to farming helps protect area groundwater, streams, rivers and even oceans for future generations.

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Dick and Diana Dyer, of Dyer Family Organic Farm, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, finally realized their lifelong dream to farm in 2009, each at the age of 59. The couple grows more than 40 varieties of garlic on 15 acres; they also grow hops and care for honeybees. In addition, they provide hands-in-the-soil training to a new generation of dietetic interns across the country through their School to Farm program, in association with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Diana, a registered dietitian, teaches her students to take the, “We are what we eat” adage a step further. She believes, we are what we grow.

“Like nearly everyone else, most dietetic students are disconnected from Mother Earth, the source of the food they eat. They don’t learn the vital connections between soil, food and health,” says Diana. During a stay on the Dyer farm, she explains, “The students begin to understand how their food and nutrition recommendations to others can help drive an entire agricultural system that promotes and protects our soil and water, natural resources and public health.” It all aligns with practicing their family farm motto: Shaping our future from the ground up.

Mary Jo and Luverne Forbord, of Prairie Horizons Farm, in Starbuck, Minnesota, raise Black Angus cattle, grazed on certified organic, restored, native prairie pastures. Mary Jo, a registered dietitian, welcomes dietetic students to the 480-acre farm to learn where food comes from and how to

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ing that it’s making us sick,” she says. grow it without the the nonprofit “We are intent on having a school pesticides that conCFCD orgarden in every school, and we want tribute to farmers’ ganization, to see area hospitals establish organic higher risk for cerdedicated to food gardens that support efforts to tain cancers. “We healthy living. make people healthier without the use must know the true Within five of heavy medications.” cost of cheap food,” years, she had

Lanier further explains: “We see she insists. assembled a our victory as reducing hunger and

Most recently, small, but hardincreasing health and wellness, envithey planted an working staff organic orchard in that began build- ronmental sustainability and repair, community development and beautifimemory of their ing community cation, economic development and acson, Joraan, who and school garcess to locally grown food, by promotdied of cancer in dens and creatLuverne and Mary Jo Forbord ing and creating a local food system.”

2010 at the age ing collaborative of 23. Joraan’s orchard is partnerships.

Don Lareau and Daphne Yannakakis, home to thriving, health-supporting

Recently, the group established of Zephyros Farm and Garden, in apple, apricot, cherry and plum trees, the Victory Teaching Farm, the region’s Paonia, Colorado, grow exquisite plus native aronia berries. It also first urban teaching farm and comorganic flowers and vegetables for injects fresh life into the community. munity resource center. “The farm will farmers’ markets and community Each spring, the Forbords celebrate serve as an onsite experience for chilsupported agriculture members in their son’s birthday by “waking up” his dren to learn where their food comes Telluride and the Roaring Fork Valley. orchard. His mother explains: “Peofrom and the reasons fresh, organiRecently, the couple decided to take ple of all ages gather—an assortment cally grown food really matters to our fewer trips away from their children of our friends, Joraan’s friends and health,” says Lanier. However, “This and homestead, and instead bring their growing families, neighbors, is just the tip of the iceberg for us. more people to their 35-acre family relatives, co-workers, students and Ultimately, we’d like to be a chemicalothers—to keep his legacy growing. free community through The incredible community support advocating for reduckeeps us going.” tion and elimination of pesticide and chemical use in schools, hospitals, Tarrant Lanier, of the Center for households and local Family and Community Developparks and ball fields.” ment (CFCD) and Victory Teaching

Lanier aims to help Farm, in Mobile, Alabama, wants all improve on Alabama’s children to grow up in safe communilow national ranking in ties with access to plenty of wholethe health of its resisome food. After working for nearly dents. “I love our little two decades with some of South piece of the world, and I Alabama’s most vulnerable families, Tarrant Lanier, gardening with children at the want future generations Lanier wanted to “provide more than Center for Family and Community Development to enjoy it without feara crutch.” In 2009, she established

farm to learn from the land and develop a refreshed sense of community.

From earthy farm dinners and elegant weddings to creative exploration camps for children and adults and an educational internship program, these family farmers are raising a new crop of consumers that value the land, their food and the people producing it. The couple hopes to help people learn how to grow and prepare their own food, plus gain a greater appreciation for organic farming.

“The people that come here fall into a farming lifestyle in tune with the sun and moon, the seasons and their inner clock—something valuable that has been lost in modern lifestyles,” notes Lareau, who especially loves sharing the magic

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Conscientious food producers are teachers, innovators, environmental stewards and change-makers creating a brighter future for us all.

Don Lareau

“Kids are shocked when they learn that carrots grow underground and surprised that milk comes from an udder, not a store shelf.” ~ Don Lareau of their farm with children. “Kids are shocked when they learn that carrots grow underground and surprised that milk comes from an udder, not a store shelf.”

Klaas and Mary-Howell Martens, of Lakeview Organic Grain, in Penn Yan, New York, grow a variety of grains, including wheat, spelt, barley, oats and triticale, plus peas, dark red kidney beans and edamame soybeans, along with raising livestock on about 1,400 acres. Their family farm philosophy entails looking at the world through a lens of abundance, rather than scarcity, and working in cooperation with their neighbors instead of in competition. The result has been a groundswell of thriving organic farmers and a renewed sense of community and economic strength throughout their region.

The Martens switched to organic farming after Klaas experienced partial paralysis due to exposure to pesticides, compounded by concern for the health of their three children.

Because the Martens work in alliance with nature, they’ve learned to ask a

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unique set of questions. For example, when Klaas sees a weed, he doesn’t ask, “What can we spray to kill it?” but, “What was the environment that allowed the weed to grow?”

Anne Mosness, in Bellingham, Washington, began fishing for wild salmon with her father during one summer after college. The experience ignited a sense of adventure that led her back to Alaska for nearly three decades, as a crew member and then a captain in the Copper River and Bristol Bay fisheries. During that time, Mosness became a passionate advocate for protecting coastal communities and ecosystems.

“Like farm families on land, fishing families face many risks and uncertainties,” but she believes, “political forces may be even more damaging to our livelihoods and wild fish.”

For example, “We are replicating some of the worst practices of factory farming on land in our marine environment with diseases, parasites and voluminous amounts of pollution flushing into our coastal waters,” explains Mosness. She’s also concerned about the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s potential approval of genetically engineered (GMO) fish without adequate health and environmental assessments, and she works to support GMO labeling so consumers can make informed choices in the marketplace.

Melinda Hemmelgarn, aka the “food sleuth”, is a registered dietitian and award-winning writer and radio host at KOPN.org, in Columbia, MO (FoodSleuth@gmail.com). She advocates for organic farmers at Enduring-Image.blogspot.com.

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Fracking Versus Food America’s Family Farm Heritage and Health at Stake

by Harriet Shugarman

n No public tests are required for what contaminants to look for because many of the 500-plus chemicals used in the fracking process are categorized as proprietary. n Minimal-to-no baseline analysis is being done on air, water and soil conditions before oil and gas companies come into a new area. n No commonly agreed distances are lawfully required between farms, farmlands, rivers, streams and water supplies in relation to oil and gas wells and their infrastructure.

“We can’t in good conscience say our food is organic, as we no longer are sure what chemicals are leaching into our soil through our water and contaminated air.” ~ Pennsylvania family put out of business due to nearby fracking after 20 years of organic farming

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hat if farmers couldn’t confirm that what they grow and produce was devoid of toxins, cancercausing chemicals, radioactive materials and other pollutants?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and other federal and state agencies set standards and enforce regulations to ensure what we eat is safe and that production is secure. But hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, and its accompanying infrastructure threaten this. Questions must be raised and answered before the safety of our food supply is permanently impacted.

Conditions that Demand Changes n No federal funding exists for researching the impacts of chemical contamination from oil and gas drilling and infrastructure on food and food production.

Harsh economic conditions, plus concerns over long-term climate changes, including extreme weather events, have pitted neighbors against one another as farmers consider leasing their lands to oil and gas companies. More, often the riches promised do not make their way to the farmers that need them the most as American policies continue to favor megalithic agribusinesses and push farming families into unsustainable choices.

Standard drilling leases rarely provide broad protections for farmers and can even eliminate their input on where roads are created and fracking machinery is installed on their property, all of which can hamper normal farming. In Pennsylvania, where fracking is commonplace, thousands of diesel trucks drive by working farms daily, compounding problems already associated with 24/7 vibrations, noises, emissions and light pollution, stressing both humans and farm animals.

In New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Ohio, farmers that have or are near such leased land are finding it increasingly difficult to obtain mortgages, re-mortgage property and acquire or renew insurance policies. Caught up in a vicious cycle, some farmers feel forced to abandon their farms, thus opening up more land to oil and gas companies.

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“Fracking is turning many rural environments into industrial zones,” observes Jennifer Clark, owner of Eminence Road Farm Winery, in New York’s Delaware County. She notes that we often hear a lot about the jobs fracking might create, but we hear little about the agricultural jobs being lost or the destruction of a way of life that has been integral to America’s landscape for generations.

Asha Canalos, an organic blueberry and heirloom vegetable farmer in Orange County, New York, is among the leaders in the David versus Goliath battle pitting farmers and community members against the Millennium Pipeline Company and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

On May 1, oral arguments were heard in the U.S. Court of Appeals. According to Canalos, “Our case could set a national precedent, with all the attending legal precedent, that will either empower other farmers and communities like ours and Minisink or will do the opposite.”

In January 2013, more then 150 New York chefs and food professionals sent a letter to Governor Mario Cuomo calling for a ban on fracking in their state. As of December 2013, more then 250 chefs have signed on to the Chefs for the Marcellus campaign, which created the petition. In April 2014, Connecticut chefs entered the fray by launching their own petition to ban the acceptance of fracking waste in Connecticut.

In California this past February, farmers and chefs banded together to present Governor Jerry Brown with a petition calling for a moratorium on fracking, stating that fracking wastes huge amounts of water. The previous month, California had declared a statewide drought emergency, and by April Brown had issued an executive order to strengthen the state’s ability to manage water. Ironically, existing California regulations don’t restrict water use by industrial processes, including fracking, which uses and permanently removes tremendous amounts of water from the water cycle. To date, fracking in California operates with little state regulation.

It’s past due for a “time out” on oil and gas production and infrastructure development. Every citizen needs to think carefully and thoughtfully about what’s at stake as outside interests rush to use extreme forms of energy extraction to squeeze the last drops of fossil fuels from our Mother Earth.

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Summertime, and the Sippin’ Is Easy

Quick and Cool Vegan Smoothies

by Judith Fertig

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moothies offer big nutrition in a small package. Based on a vegan source of lean protein, like coconut milk or yogurt, soy, chia seeds or a vegan protein powder made from dried beans or hemp, they can energize us for a full day of summer activities.

Other ingredients follow the peak of summer crops. Berries, greens, melon, tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, celery, carrots and stone fruits, like peaches and mangoes, add antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals.

A tablespoon or two of milled flax seeds, hemp or nut butter adds richness to the flavor while providing omega-3 fatty acids necessary for complete nutrition. For the finale, add a touch of sweetness from fruits, maple syrup, agave nectar or stevia.

The best way to mix a smoothie is to start with either a liquid or an ingredient with a thicker consistency,

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like yogurt, placed in a standard or high-speed performance blender.

Next, add the desired fruits or vegetables and flavorings, followed by ice. Start on a slower speed, holding down the lid tightly, before increasing the speed to achieve a velvety texture. If the smoothie is too thin, add more frozen fruit or ice. Freezing the fruits first and then blending them into a smoothie can substitute for ice. Peeling bananas before freezing them makes smoothie-making easier.

Freezing the fruits in recipe-size portions also simplifies the process.

Smooth-fleshed fruits like mangoes, papayas, bananas, ripe peaches and nectarines blend more easily to a silky finish than do fresh berries. Tender, baby greens, such as spinach, kale or chard, virtually disappear within a smoothie; if using mature, rather than baby greens, cut out the stems unless the blender is extremely powerful.

Blending enough ingredients for two smoothies can yield a leftover serving to store in a reusable glass jar in the refrigerator. To reactivate the full taste later, just turn over the jar and give it a good shake to re-blend the ingredients.

Spirulina (made from a microsaltwater plant) and wheatgrass juice and powder are some popular smoothie additions. Milled flax seeds add healthy fat, but their watersoluble fiber also adds a little bulk; although the texture difference isn’t

Sunny-Day Sippers Black Cherry Raspberry

recipe photos by Stephen Blancett

Yields 2 servings ¼ cup cranberry juice 1 cup pitted sweet black cherries ½ cup raspberries 1 /3 cup plain soy or coconut yogurt 4 ice cubes Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

Mango Lassi Yields 2 servings ¾ cup vanilla soy, almond or coconut milk ¼ cup vanilla soy, almond or coconut milk yogurt ¾ tsp vanilla extract 1½ cups chopped fresh mango, frozen ½ tsp ground cardamom Agave nectar to taste Ground pistachios for garnish Combine the milk, yogurt, vanilla extract, mango and cardamom and blend using low to high speeds until smooth.

Add agave nectar to taste and blend again. Sprinkle ground pistachios over each serving.

noticeable if the smoothie is enjoyed right away, it will be apparent if it sits for 20 minutes or more.

With the whir of a blender— and no cooking—summer’s tastiest bounty transforms into at-home or on-the-go beverages to revive, replenish and renew us so we’re ready for our next adventure.

Tomato Smoothie Yields 2 servings 2 cups tomatoes, chopped ½ cup tomato juice ¼ cup apple juice ½ cup carrots ¼ cup celery, chopped Tabasco or other hot sauce to taste 2 cups ice

Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAnd Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

Yields 2 servings

Cool as a Cucumber Smoothie

2-3 cups watermelon, seeded 1 cup low-fat vegan vanilla yogurt 1 cup frozen organic strawberries 1 cup frozen organic sliced peaches

Yields 2 servings 1 cup apple juice 1 cup sliced sweet apple ¼ cup applesauce ½ cup sliced carrots ½ cup cucumber, peeled and sliced 2 cups ice Dash of nutmeg or cinnamon (optional)

Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

Seasonal Suppers

Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.

Summer Salad Smoothie

It’s not enough

Yields 2 servings ½ cup apple juice 2 cups stemmed and chopped baby spinach, Swiss chard or kale 1 apple, unpeeled, cored and chopped ½ avocado, peeled and chopped ½ cup cilantro leaves 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1 Tbsp matcha (fine green tea powder) 1 Tbsp milled flax seeds ¼ cup vegan protein powder

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t’s the summer season—a time of fun, laughter and celebration; and in America, nothing can be more closely associated with summertime than food. All across the country, grills and cookers are in full display and working hard, as eager eyes await the delicious rewards of patience. In fact, people use food for a variety of reasons. Boredom, frustration, cravings and celebrations can make even the strongest person eat more food than he or she would normally prefer. And while an occasional breakdown using food to self-medicate, or for other reasons than nutritional sustenance, continuing down that path can create chronic health problems and increase your chances of experiencing emotional and mental distress.

According to N.J. Miler, professional health coach and weight-loss expert, breaking free from the vicious cycle of emotional, or what she calls “unmindful eating,” is possible when you practice what she teaches.

It all boils down to awareness and making different, more conscious, choices. Luckily, there are a number of things you can do to help you discover the reasons and deeper-related factors behind your food dilemma, helping you to stop mindless, or unmindful eating, for good.

Miler believes that the number one empowering factor to help you immeasurably is this: Learn to ask yourself better questions. In order to dig deeper to discover the real reasons that you eat emotionally, be very specific with the questions you pose.

The following are examples of powerful questions that you can ask yourself when you find that you’re staring into the refrigerator and wondering what to do.

“Okay, what’s going on right now?”

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is a very powerful place to begin. Ask the question and see what comes to mind.

Wait at the fridge or go and sit down somewhere else to give yourself time to discover the answer.

Another question you can pose, especially if you draw a blank and don’t have a clue of how to move beyond getting your thoughts or body away from the refrigerator, is this: “If I knew what to do right now, what would be my first step?” This is a good one for those of us that find ourselves constantly stuck and not able to uncover what’s driving our food consumption and behaviors.

Additional questions to ask include: “What will eating this really do for me?” “What do I truly want right now?” and “How will I feel after I do eat this?”

Once you begin to ask yourself these very specific and revealing questions, be sure not to quickly judge any of the answers. Just listen and BE with what you’re discovering.

If asking questions or talking with yourself just isn’t working, Miler suggests using positive distractions. Play with your dog or call a friend. Read a great book or even go for a walk. These things will help maneuver you into a different place so that you can more fully enjoy life and move successfully beyond emotional eating.

According to Miler, by practicing these new behaviors and asking the right questions, you will eventually transform your relationship with food for good—and that’s food for thought!

To learn more about your relationship with food call N.J.Miler at 803-429-4521 or Sylvia Stevens at 803-917-3226

About Your Health

Summer Lawn Care

by MaryJo Briggs

Services & products to help you live a healthful life

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ith the onset of summer, and with it, the “growing season,” lawn care doesn’t have to take a toll on your budget, your pets or the environment, according to Louis Carta, of Grass Root Technology LLC. Many people think that organic lawn care is more expensive or impractical, when in fact, the opposite is true.

Holganix, the brand Grass Root uses, is a food-grade, plant-based 100 percent organic soil stimulant that uses natural micro-organisms and enzymes that turn a small amount of fertilizer into the most effective lawn treatments available, reducing the usage of nitrates and phosphates by up to 90 percent.

This means less product is needed and it’s easier on the environment. The product works in sync with the unique soil structure of grass types native to South Carolina making it a very efficient, safe and affordable option.

According to Carta, to enjoy a beautiful and healthy lawn this summer, consider the following:

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• Soil testing—to provide your lawn with nutrients it specifically needs • Fertilize—with Holganix to rest assured your family and pets are safe • Weed control—to manage preand post-emergent weeds that are specific to your lawn • Insect control—to control both surface and subsurface insects • Disease control—to cure any current lawn problems and prevent future ones Grass Root Technology is here to answer any questions you have about lawn care, so make your grass come to life using products that honor the natural rhythm and life cycle of the soil while keeping your family and pets safe and protected.

Source: Louis Carta and John Childs, owners of Grass Root Technology, LLC. Call 803-569-6177. natural awakenings

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naturaldirectory Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare 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 10.

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 friendly and knowledgeable staff will guide you through the use of aromatherapy for pain and anxiety reduction, energy enhancement, and much more. See ad, back page.

CHIROPRACTIC CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER INC.

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

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

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Shannon Burnett helps families through legal issues that normally tend to tear families apart. She works in a collaborative fashion with other trained professionals to minimize the damage done to your family; it is her goal for your family to achieve a successful outcome and healthy resolution. See ad, page 22.

Dedicated to sharing, teaching and educating others in the uses and common applications o f d o T E R R A’s C e r t i f i e d Pure Therapeutic-Grade Essential Oils. William offers Aromatouch Therapy, extensive knowledge of Reflexology, biological surveys and is available for personal consultations and classes. Call for consultation. See ad, page 18.

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

COLON HEALTH SPRING RAIN HYDROTHERAPY

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

All disease begins in the colon.

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

COUNSELING INTEGRATIVE COUNSELING SERVICES

Sherri Jefferson, MA, LMT, NCC, LPC 803-414-5652 • sfdcew@aol.com

Would you like to experience long-term changes in your internal and external life? Are you ready to do some powerful work with positive support?

Sessions focus on your goals and desired outcome. Please call for a complimentary 30-minute session.

DENTIST

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

Green Lawn Care THE GREEN CHAOS SOLVED John Childs • Louis Carta 803-569-6177 TheGreenChaosSolved.com

We care for our customers, their lawns and pets while caring for the environment naturally, utilizing organic products, along with allelectric equipment, which is quieter and more earth friendly than gas-powered equipment. Other services include soil testing; weed, disease and insect control; and much more.

Call today for a consult. See ad, page 3.

HEALTH/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COACHING KATHY O’KEEFE, MS, RD/LD, CDE KOK Consulting & Coaching 803-261-2998 • KOK-candc.com

Kathy O’Keeffe offers a unique perspective to enable individuals to achieve their personal or business goals. She’s a Registered and Licensed Dietitian. Kathy has developed her effective style to empower those who are really ready to change! Call for a free consultation. See ad, page 12.

FAMILY PRACTICE OF CHIROPRACTIC

FOREST DRIVE DENTAL CARE

KATHY COOPER

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.

Dr. Dover provides comprehensive, and compassionate dental care. BPAand 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 2.

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

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

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

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

HEALTH & WELLNESS IT WORKS

Malika Gidron • GetWrappedFit.com 803-394-2337 • WrapMeSexy2@gmail.com

Have you tried that crazy wrap thing yet? It tones, tightens and firms in as little as 45 minutes.

We also have all-natural, glutenfree supplements to help you reach your fitness goals. Plus an amazing skincare line that will have you glowing. Get healthy at GetWrappedFit. com. See ad, page 23.

TAKE SHAPE FOR LIFE

Sylvia Saunders Stevens C.O.P.E. Certified Health Coach 803-917-3226 • SylviaS4Health@gmail.com

Looking to lose weight and learn how to keep it off? Want increased energy to do all of the fun activities in life? You can achieve optimal health with the personal guidance from a certified health coach that has been in your shoes. Call Sylvia to get started on creating the best “Rest of Your Life!” See ad, page 19.

TAKE SHAPE FOR LIFE

NJ Miler, C.O.P.E. Certified Health Coach 803-750-9695 • GaryNJ4health@gmail.com

This innovative weight-loss program allows you to eat every two to three hours while losing weight quickly and safely in partnership with a FREE personal health coach from the comfort of your own home. No pills, shots or stimulants are used—just food. Also, this physician-led program has no registration fees, meeting fees, or long-term contracts. See ad, page 19.

INTEGRATED HEALING CENTER FOR HEALTH INTEGRATION

Pamila Lorentz, MSW, BSN, RN, LMBT, NCBTMB 6136 Old Bush River Rd, Columbia 803-749-1576 • CHIMassage@bellsouth.net

Pamila Lorentz engages a holistic body/mind/spirit approach to healing that provides relief for chronic pain, stress, insomnia, anxiety, depression and more through her innovative bodywork therapies. Her services include integrative massage, craniosacral therapy and energy healing modalities.

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PHOENIX RISING

Katz Delauney-Leija, MSW, EFT-CC, PsychK Advanced, Health & Wellness Intuitive, CRA Certified 803-530-6199 • KDelauney@sc.rr.com

Katz integrates her therapy skills, insight, intuition and spiritual guidance to identify emotional issues blocking selfhealing. She incorporates her medical intuitive skills with Contact Reflex Analysis (CRA) to identify preclinical health issues impeding holistic wellness physically and emotionally.

INTEGRATIVE & HOLISTIC MEDICINE EXPECT WELLNESS

Dr. Rachel Hall 2222 Airport Blvd, W. 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 24.

INTUITIVE READINGS THE SOURCE WITHIN YOU

Rev. Julie E. Bradshaw 803-800-9211 • TheSourceWithinYou.com

Julie Bradshaw specializes in helping people to receive guidance from their Higher Self as well as their guides and angels. She offers spiritual counseling and can assist you with relationship, financial, career and healthrelated matters.

LIFE COACH/BUSINESS COACH SUZANNE RILEY WHYTE

803-760-6403 • info@MatrxCoaching.com MatrxCoaching.com

Suzanne understands the thought systems and beliefs we have that sustain patterns of production. To create change or embrace the change that is happening in your business and life, call Suzanne to set an appointment and learn more.

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MASSAGE INFINITE MASSAGE & WELLNESS

Elizabeth Kelsey-Maynard 711 East Main St, Lexington • 803-312-5481 InfiniteMassageAndWellness.com

Whether it be chronic ailments, sports overuse injuries, pregnancy, or stress relief, Elizabeth Kelsey-Maynard will custom craft a therapeutic massage for your body’s needs using a variety of blended massage techniques. Offering $20 off to new clients, and 50% off for birthday massages. Book an appointment using her convenient online calendar today! See ad, page 21.

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

Natural Roots Organic Pest Prevention is the only company in the Midlands specializing in treating homes and businesses for pests using all-natural organic solutions. Providing treatments for all insects including mosquitoes; Natural Roots never uses pesticides that would be harmful to children, pets or beneficial insects like honey bees.

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SPIRITUAL SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION GROUP

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

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

THERMOGRAPHY ABOUT YOUR HEALTH INC.

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

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

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

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS BELL LIFESTYLE PRODUCTS

WOOF BAKERY

800-333-7995 • BellLifestyle.com

Dogs get many of the same illnesses that humans do. If your dog gets urinary tract infections or bladder infections, one of the best ways to treat them is to give a vitamin C capsule twice a day for two/three weeks; then once a day as a preventative method. To determine what milligram, approximately 250 mg for smaller dogs and 500 mg for larger dogs.

GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE

ALL-NATURAL DOG FOODS Janet Clamp • 803-240-4195 Janet.Clamp@gmail.com

RESALE/RESTORATION

RESTORE/CENTRAL S.C. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY 483 Sunset Blvd, W. Columbia Capital Square Shopping Center (across from Columbia Farms) 803-936-0088

The ReStore is a retail store that accepts donations of new and gently used furniture, building materials, appliances and other household items then sells at a reduced cost. Proceeds go toward building Habitat homes for low-income families. The ReStore is a Green business that keeps materials out of landfills and reduces the amount of non-renewable resources being consumed.

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Formulated natural health supplements intended for pain control, urinary health, preventive illness, virility, stress relief, weight control and other common conditions. See ad, page 39.

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

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

To find out how you can be included in the Natural Directory, call 803-233-3693, or email ColaPublisher@ NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.

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Reiki Clinic–10:30am-12:30pm–w/Margaret Self.

Open to all; no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must pre-register. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia.

Info: 803-551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

Essential Oils Medicine Cabinet Makeover– 7-8pm. Powerful, affordable and safe essential oils health care! Class presented by William Richardson. Free. About Your Health, 120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Columbia. Call Richardson at 803-665-2943 to RSVP.

Dragonfly Daydreams–11am–w/Kathleene Little.

The dragonfly is an agent of elegance and change.

The butterfly tells of spiritual growth and transformation. Unity of Columbia, 1801 LeGrand Rd. Info: UnityColumbia.org.

THURSDAY, JULY 3 Reiki Clinic–5:30-7:30pm–w/Margaret Self. Open to all; no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must pre-register. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia.

Info: 803-551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

SUNDAY, JULY 6 Positive Intelligence–9:15-10:30am. Learn how to make a positive intelligence shift in your mind to your advantage. Unity of Columbia, 1801 LeGrand Rd. Info: UnityColumbia.org.

Let Go Now or Fall–11am. What does it mean to let go? How is this done? Join LaVoice Kallestad in exploring the concept and process. Unity of Columbia, 1801 LeGrand Rd. Info: UnityColumbia.org.

THURSDAY, JULY 10 Sidewalk Farmers’ Market at Rosewood–4-7pm.

Meet your growers. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803-530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

Basil Days Discount at Rosewood–8am-8pm.

20% off purchase price at Rosewood Market; deli and other sale items not included. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 12 Healing Herbs and Dangerous Herbs/A Year of Good Medicine–2-4pm–w/Margaret Self, NHD, master herbalist. Take-home project; versatile uses of sage. Cost: $35. Pre-registration required. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia.

Info: 803-551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

MONDAY, JULY 14 Health & Hydration Class–7pm. Two free gallons of restructured, medical-grade water sent home with all attendees. The Pentecostals of Columbia, 6911 N Trenholm Rd (Arcadia Lakes). Info: 803404-1329.

TUESDAY, JULY 15 Reiki Clinic–10:30am-12:30pm–w/Margaret Self.

Open to all; no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must pre-register. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia.

Info: 803-551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 Basil Days Discount at Rosewood–8am-8pm.

20% off purchase price at Rosewood Market; deli and other sale items not included. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

Have a Stubborn Skin Disorder and Tried Everything Else?

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Our all natural personal skin care product brings comforting relief to sufferers of many skin irritations. DermaClear has proven to be effective against: • Shingles • Psoriasis • Eczema • Allergic Rash • Jock Itch • Burns • Insect Bites • Stings • and more DermaClear will simply feel good putting it on. Cooling and soothing, the Calcium Montmorillonite/Calcium Bentonite clay penetrates pores and open areas of the skin and pulls out toxins and inflammation. The proprietory blend of homeopathics go even deeper, address the root causes and assist to bring even deeper toxins to the surface.

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THURSDAY, JULY 17 Reiki Clinic–5:30-7:30pm–w/Margaret Self. Open to all; no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must pre-register. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia.

Info: 803-551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY JULY 18-20 Festival of Healing–11am. Intuitive counselors, vendors, workshops. Friday evening by appointment. Saturday, 10am-7pm. Sunday, 11am-6pm.

Key Road at “the Coop”; near William Brice Stadium. Hosted by A Class Act, Jan Posey, CEO. Info: 864-233-3033.

SUNDAY, JULY 20 Removing Your Inner Thorns–11am. How do we remove inner thorns? What’s in it for us?

Join LaVoice Kallestad in exploring how to grow through our thorns. Unity of Columbia, 1801 LeGrand Rd. Info: UnityColumbia.org.

TUESDAY, JULY 22 Basil Days Discount at Rosewood–8am-8pm.

20% off purchase price at Rosewood Market; deli and other sale items not included. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

Essential Oils Medicine Cabinet Makeover– 7-8pm. Powerful, affordable and safe essential oils health care! Class presented by William Richard-

son. Free. About Your Health, 120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Columbia. Call Richardson at 803-665-2943 to RSVP.

TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY JULY 22-23 Reiki Level I, Traditional Usui Reiki System– 10am-2pm–w/Margaret Self, Reiki master, NHD. Entry-level class combines four attunements, instruction, discussion and practice time. Manual included. Pre-registration required. Cost: $250 before 7/12, $300 after. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia. Info: 803551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 24 Sidewalk Farmers’ Market at Rosewood–4-7pm.

Meet your growers. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803-530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 26 Reiki Level II, Traditional Usui Reiki System– 10am-2pm–w/Margaret Self, Reiki master, NHD. Attunement connects student to a higher, more focused vibration of the Reiki energy. Techniques for distance healing. Healing of spiritual/emotional issues taught. Discussion, practice time and manual included. Pre-registration required. Cost: $300 before 7/16, $350 after. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia. Info: 803551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

SUNDAY, JULY 27 Stealing Freedom for Your Soul–11am. The Buddha said that “all life is suffering.” What did he mean? Join LaVoice Kallestad and discover the answers. Unity of Columbia, 1801 LeGrand Rd. Info: UnityColumbia.org.

MONDAY, JULY 28 Health and Hydration Class–7pm. Two free gallons of restructured, medical-grade water sent home with all attendees. The Pentecostals of Columbia, 6911 N Trenholm Rd (Arcadia Lakes). Info: 803404-1329.

TUESDAY, JULY 29 Basil Days Discount at Rosewood–8am-8pm.

20% off purchase price at Rosewood Market; deli and other sale items not included. Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr, Columbia. Info: 803530-3270, RosewoodMarket.com.

plan ahead TUESDAY, AUGUST 5 Reiki Clinic–10:30am-12:30pm–w/Margaret Self.

Open to all; no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must pre-register. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia.

Info: 803-551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7 Reiki Clinic–5:30-7:30pm–w/Margaret Self. Open to all; no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must pre-register. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia.

Info: 803-551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 Healing Therapies-Part I/A Year of Good Medicine–2-4pm–w/Margaret Self, NHD, master herbalist. Take-home project; tranquility tea. Cost: $35. Open to all; no training required. Pre-registration required. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia. Info: 803-551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 19 Reiki Clinic–10:30am-12:30pm–w/Margaret Self.

Open to all; no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must pre-register. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia.

Info: 803-551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 Reiki Clinic–5:30-7:30pm–w/Margaret Self. Open to all; no training necessary. Great intro to Reiki energy. $10, must pre-register. Carolina Reiki Institute, 612 St. Andrews Rd, Ste 1, Columbia.

Info: 803-551-1191, CarolinaReikiInstitute.com.

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ongoingevents sunday Eckankar Worship Service–10am. Free. Every 2nd Sunday. Panel discussions about the subtle ways that God touches our lives. 7 Oaks Park Rec. Center, 200 Leisure Ln. Info: Steve: 803-318-1887, Eck-SC.org or Meetup.com/Columbia-Spiritual-Seekers.

Mommy-Baby Yoga–This class is for moms and babies six months to small toddlers. Cost: $14 a class. Please check website for dates and times. Expecting Well, 514-A Gervais St, Columbia. Info: 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com.

tuesday Kundalini Yoga and Meditation–6:30-8pm–w/ Anahata Musick. Increased health and self-awareness through life-changing yoga exercise, breathing and meditation. Cost: Drop-in/$15, 4-class pass/$48, 8-class pass/$96. 2730 Millwood Ave, Columbia.

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

Prenatal Yoga–5:30-6:45pm–w/Emily, MD, RYT200. Open to all students. Prepare mind and body for labor and more. 1st class free, $10-$14/class packages. Expecting Well, 514-A Gervais, Columbia. Info: 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com.

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

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

Dimensional Dowsing Healing Group–6:308pm–w/Bev Hollis and Katz Delauney-Leija, MSW. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday. We use our dimensional dowsing method to clean, clear, balance and heal on a personal, energetic and global level. Cost: $20. Urban Energetics, 108 Inview Rd, Unit C, West Columbia. Info: 803-466-2454, BHollis1@sc.rr.com, UrbanEnergetics.com.

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

About Your Health, 120 Kaminer Way Pkwy, Ste J, Columbia. Info/register: Robin: 803-926-0895.

Stretch and Relax Yoga–4:30–5:30pm–w/Anahata Musick. These classes are gentle and relaxing, and will help with hamstring limitations and increase joint mobility. 10 classes/$108, pre-pay online.

2730 Millwood Ave, Columbia. Info: 803-7652159, YogaAndWellness.com.

thursday Community Acupuncture Clinic–2-7pm–w/ Noemi Wilson, licensed acupuncturist. No appointment necessary. New patients pay $10 plus a sliding scale of $20-$40. All recurring patients pay $20-$40 sliding scale. Clinic located inside of Irmo Family Chiropractic, 1032-A Kinley Rd, Irmo. Info: 803-732-6635, IrmoChiropractic.com. Click on the “Acupuncture” tab for more info.

Green Drinks–5:30-7pm. Every 2nd Thursday.

For all in “green” building, sales, conservation, recycling, nature and politics to gather for fun and shared enlightenment. Sponsored by Keep the Midlands Beautiful, Sierra Club and Columbia Natural Awakenings. Join the Green Drinks community at Jake’s on Devine, 2112 Devine St, Columbia.

Prenatal Yoga–5:30-6:45pm–w/Rachel Hall, MD, RYT-200. Open to all students. Prepare mind and body for labor and more. 1st class free, $10-$14/ class packages. Expecting Well, 514-A Gervais St, Columbia. Info: 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com.

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

Expecting Well, 514-A Gervais St, Columbia. Info: 803-661-8452, ExpectingWell.com.

Soda City Farmers’ Market–8am-noon. Produceonly farmers’ market offering fresh, local food straight from South Carolina farmers. Soda City Farmers’ Market, 1500 block Main St, Columbia.

Info: 803-250-5801, StatePlate.org.

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classifieds $10 for 25 words per month. Additional .50 per word over 25 words. To place classified listing, email content of listing to ColaPublisher@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com or mail with payment to Natural Awakenings, P.O. Box 2812, Columbia, SC, 29202. Please Include billing contact information.

Deadline is the 12th of the month prior.

Career Opportunity Columbia Natural Awakenings is seeking a qualified and experienced advertising account specialist to join its Columbia team. If you are a self-motivated, energetic, independent thinker with great people skills, call today to schedule an interview: 803-233-3693.

Hair Salon Haircuts-$5 (reg. $15) color, highlights, perms starting at $35. Wax $8. Men’s cut & color $39.

Open 7 days. 803-359-1379.

Natural Burials Angels Affordable Caskets, Urns & More. Ecofriendly caskets, green burials, cremation jewelry, urns, flowers, gifts, etc. Caskets $450 & up. Pet services also available. The smart-choice funeral store, 3130 Platt Springs Rd, West Columbia. Call Wilenda at 803-608-8005. AngelsAffordableCaskets@gmail.com.

Pet Groomer: Robin’s Full-Service Pet Grooming now open in Irmo! I love your baby like you do!! Tue-Fri 8 to 5 and Sat 9 to 2. 803-407-4045

Retreat Facility Ripley’s Retreat Meeting Facility in a rural setting. Ripley’s Retreat is ideal for accomplishing your objectives; for small groups up to 20. Call Judy at 803-530-9341.

SERVICES INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CLINIC – Experience multiple modalities at your church or community organization. Call Pamila, 803-749-1576.

Massage Therapy, Deep Tissue and Swedish.

Therapeutic and relaxing after workout massage.

Reasonable rates, House calls. Call or text 954614-2202, or email JoanieB8@gmail.com

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