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letterfrompublisher I’m very excited about this month’s issue. We have several articles on topics I am enthusiastic about, which I hope you enjoy and find enlightening.

As many of you may have experienced, eating “clean,” drinking pure water and partaking in regular physical activity doesn’t just help boost your health, it helps you look and feel wonderful. This month, we decided to highlight timeproven dietary axioms about color: Eat the most colorful and varied fruits and vegetables and cut back on “beige” foods. This brings greater nutrition into your diet and reduces the amount of lowquality carbohydrates consumed. How wonderful it is to fill a plate with food not only healthful but a colorful work of natural art. This month, we suggest that you follow up with that thought, of colorful natural art, and take up the latest popular pastime for adults—coloring. And as an adult, you can find your own adult answer to that nagging question, “Can I color outside the lines and go wild?” It turns out that coloring diligently becomes a focused and effective meditation, good for the mind and heart, and connects us to the child that still lives within.

In addition to colorful fruits and vegetables, some of us still choose to include meat in our diets. Our feature, “Meaty Truths,” addresses the issue of finding meat that is sustainable and safe. Traditional farms that care for free-range animals without using harmful antibiotics and growth hormones are healthier for the planet as well as us carnivores. But for balance, we also give voice to the vegans in “Why Vegan” by presenting their case for reducing or eliminating meat eating altogether to not only spare the lives of animals but also to protect our own health and that of the planet.

Eating clean, healthful foods, free of pharmaceuticals and contaminates, is a great idea but lost if the water you drink is not pure. Personally, I enjoy the most pure and delicious water I can find by using my own filtration system at home; I even filter my shower water to avoid that chlorine swimming pool smell when I bathe. A naturopathic health coach in my past recommended switching to pure filtered water. When you enjoy your water, you drink more water, which is another terrific health benefit. I’ve followed that advice ever since.

Choose the best food and purest water, and exercise both body and mind in ways that bring the greatest joy—and all good things will follow.

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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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Springbank Retreat Programs

Reiki for Pets

for Spring Season

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eorgene Fontana relocated to Myrtle Beach in 2012, after a 26-year career as a radiation therapist at Massachusetts General Hospital. Now as a Grand Strand resident, she has found her calling of providing reiki for pets through her new service, Canine Reiki.

Fontana shares: “I was attuned in 2010 and just recently started offering this service. I really connect with animals and am interested in witnessing the healing effect of reiki in animals.” Unlike with humans, animals would not respond to a placebo effect, says Fontana, and so reiki healing is most authentic. She explains that her lineage is from Mikao Usui to Hawayo Takata to John Harvey Gray to her.

Fontana’s Community Resource Guide listing on page 29 shows her dog, Ziggy, recently rescued from Robin’s Rescue, in a reiki session.

For more information, call Georgene Fontana at 978-387-5345 or visit Facebook. com/CanineReiki.

Kirtan with Lee ‘Mirabai’ Harrington at Yoga DiVita

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oin Lee “Mirabai” Harrington for an evening of blissful kirtan call-and-response chanting, Friday, March 11, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Yoga DiVita, in Longs.

Hailed as “one of the best-kept secrets in the chant world,” Harrington is emerging as one of the most powerful and unique vocalists in the mantra music/kirtan scene. A self-described “spiritual hybrid,” Harrington leads chants from the Buddhist, Hindu and Sikh traditions. For decades, she has explored how these combinations of practices and teachings can enrich the body, mind and spirit.

With a musical background in rock and roll and gospel, Harrington loves to lead high-spirited, up-tempo kirtans, combining the metta and wisdom energies of Buddhist mantras with the heart-opening euphoria of the devotional bhakti tradition and the scientific precision of gurmukhi mantras and mudras.

Her practice of Tibetan medical mantras also adds a level of profound healing to the experience.

Cost: A $10 donation is suggested, but no one is turned away. Location: Parkway Plaza, 2126 Hwy. 9E, Ste. G-2, Longs. For more information, call 843-283-2827 or visit YogaDivita.com.

New Shanti Yoga Programs at Shanti South, in Pawleys Island

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ommunity yoga Friday classes are a great way to end the week and a great way to feel good about helping one’s community.

Classes are only $5 per person, and 100 percent of all proceeds are donated to a local cause. In March, Shanti South Yoga will be contributing to the Coastal Montessori Charter School playground construction fund. Classes start at 5:30 p.m. Also at Shanti South in March, Swing Yoga will be offered for a preregistration of $20.

Location: Litchfield Exchange, 14361 Ocean Hwy., Pawleys Island. For more information, call Studio Manager Karen Patriarca at 843-742-9916 or visit ShantiYogaMyrtleBeach.com. See ad, page 23.

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he first signs of spring are peeking out as Springbank Retreat prepares for another Easter season and workshops that show participants how to go inward and explore their own talents.

Located near Kingstree in a quiet, rural setting, Springbank has been an ecumenical center for retreats, hospitality, healing, Earth education and the arts for more than 50 years. Check the Natural Awakenings Calendar section for more information regarding the following events:

Basketmaker Linda Szocik will lead Basketry: Weaving Balance & Beauty. Enjoy the contemplative art of basket-making. Woven into the schedule will be time for personal reflection and communal prayer. No experience is necessary, and materials are furnished. Christopher Marie Wagner will lead Icon Painting as Prayer.

Participants will enter into the deep prayer time of Lent through the writing of an icon, St. Kateri Tekakwitha. They will learn basic techniques of iconography and spirituality of the icon. Each person will complete an icon using acrylics and gold leaf; no experience is necessary. The materials fee is $40, and the class is limited to 10 participants.

Native American-style flute player, writer and painter Cerantha Corley will present Awakening the Spirit Within: Learning to Play the Flute. Participants will find out how a Native Americanstyle flute can express their inner song.

They will let their souls speak through flute-playing and expressive painting.

Playing the flute helped Corley regain her health. She shares the power of the flute wherever she can.

Easter Triduum is the traditional Easter Week observance with Father Jim Conlon and Marya Grathwohl.

They ask, “Can we hear the cry of Jesus on the cross in the cry of Earth and experience the resurrection in the regenerative power of Earth? Our experience of Easter gives us hope in a time of ecological death.” This retreat includes Holy Thursday, Seder/Eucha-

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newsbriefs ristic liturgy, Good Friday, Way of the Cross, Prayer Lodge, Holy Saturday, Great Easter Fire/Vigil at Mepkin Abbey with Trappist Brothers, and Easter morning/Resurrection ritual, followed by Easter brunch.

Springbank staff members Trina McCormick and Theresa Linehan will present Pottery and Native Spirituality. Participants will share the ancient wisdom and learn ways of relating to the natural world with greater reverence. They will experience Prayer Lodge and Spirit Quest, creating unique earthen vessels for ritual using a hand-building technique and a primitive firing process with leaves, pine straw and sawdust. No art experience is necessary. April’s schedule includes Spirit Quest, Drum-Making, Know Thyself, and Spa for the Soul.

Program fees include lodging and meals. Location: 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. For more information, call 843-382-9777 or visit SpringbankRetreat.org.

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One String of Beads—Real Stories About Real Life

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he creation of One String of Beads: Stories of Divine Love, Hope and Diversity began from the discussions of authors Elizabeth Diebold, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Patrick Wayne Mumford, of Myrtle Beach. “The concept grew out of Mumford’s interest in the subject of death, how people felt about it, and how faith of any kind is a part of what they think happens after death,” says Diebold. After many discussions between the two authors, Mumford and Diebold decided to interview individuals of different faiths, posing the question, “What do you think happens after death?”

The book was planned as a small local guide to the different religions found along the Grand Strand, but as the list of questions expanded and the number of interviewees grew, One String of Beads was born. Pulling from the vast melting pot that is the Grand Strand, Mumford began the interviews.

Forty-three individuals from 22 different religions were asked about their faith.

After years, many rounds of editing, and final approval from each interviewee, One String of Beads has been released in both book and electronic versions.

Mumford and Diebold have high hopes for One String of Beads. Both authors believe that the more we know about one another, the more we will respect those that believe differently than we do. Mumford believes that in this way “we are more likely to find peace on this planet.” Mumford and Diebold believe that this book will create discussion, spark interest and spur readers to delve further into those religions they find interesting. They hope to break down the walls of misunderstanding and create more respect within and among various religious communities.

For more information about the book, its authors and how to purchase, visit OneStringOfBeads.com, Facebook. com/one-string-of-beads, and follow Patrick Wayne Mumford and Elizabeth Diebold on Twitter (@wayne_pwm).

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arth Day Music Fest Director Kristi Falk says that the annual fundraiser, to be held Saturday, April 23, will be a bit different this year. The House of Blues, in North Myrtle Beach, will partner with the Wellness Council for South Carolina, which Falk founded and directs, again for the weekend festivities; however, this year, there will be a 5K run (starting at 8 a.m., with check in and registration beginning at 6:30 a.m.) the morning of the fest at Barefoot Landing, in North Myrtle Beach.

Friday, April 22, there will be a runner’s health and wellness expo, along with the packet and number pick up for all registered participants. There will be live music during the pick-up event and live music on the House of Blues deck until 11 p.m., with silent auction and Earth Day Music Fest collector T-shirts for sale.

After the race on April 23, there will be an award ceremony, and all runners will receive a finisher’s medal. Runners and guests can join the Wellness Council and Risen Christ Lutheran Church sponsors for a Taste of the Coast event at the House of Blues from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Food offerings will come from all of the Barefoot Landing restaurants. The House of Blues Crossroads Restaurant will be featuring a farm-to-table menu specifically for Earth Day. Recycling bins will be available to reduce waste.

Location: House of Blues is located at Barefoot Landing on North Kings Highway. For more information, visit WellnessCouncilCSC.org.

Divine Audacity Springtime Series Begins at Unity on Sunday, March 6

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he book Divine Audacity—Dare to Be the Light of the World, by Unity minister and teacher Linda Martella Whittsett, has been described by Larry Dossey, M.D., as a proposal for living a deep and authentic life outside the strictures of traditional religions; in essence, to be spiritual without being religious. Wednesday evening classes at Unity of Myrtle Beach, in Surfside Beach, March through May will explore the book with expanded perspective on the teachings of Unity’s founders Charles and Myrtle Fillmore regarding The Twelve Powers, or as Charles called them, “12 innate capacities stretching back through infinity. Inherent in the Mind of Being are 12 fundamental ideas, which in action appear as primal creative forces. It is possible for humankind to align with and to use these original forces, and thereby cooperate with the creative law and enter into the consciousness lying in back of them.”

The classes will be led by Unity Rev. Margaret Hiller, spiritual leader. Classes will be held every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. starting in March, but not including the first Wednesday of each month.

Location: 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr., Surfside. For more information, call 843-238-8516 or visit UnityMyrtleBeach.org. See ad, page 9.

Eastertime Events at Unity— a Spiritual Center for Peace Education

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nity of Myrtle Beach, in Surfside Beach, celebrates the Easter/springtime season the entire month of March with a focus on awakening to the innate awareness of “beingness”—what Jesus called “the light of the world. See the Natural Awakenings Calendar section for details of each event. Features include Divine Audacity—Dare to Be the Light of the World class on March 9; Awakening at the Beach—Just Say Yes!” workshop with guest Michael Damien, of San Francisco, and the exploration of Unity consciousness on March 12; the offering of communion during the Sunday service on March 20, Palm Sunday; and the Easter service on Sunday, March 27.

Location: 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr., Surfside. For more information, call 843-238-8516 or visit UnityMyrtleBeach.org. See ad, page 9.

Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts 1-, 2-, & 3-month sabbaticals, Feb. 3-April 27

Enjoy 80 acres of quiet beauty.

Basketry: Weaving Balance & Beauty, March 6-8 Icon Painting as Prayer, March 12-19 Awakening the Spirit Within: Playing the Native Flute, March 21 & 22 Easter Triduum, March 24-27 Pottery & Native Spirituality, March 30-April 8 Celtic Spirituality, April 1-3 Spirit Quest, April 8-10 Register by calling 843-382-9777 l www.SpringbankRetreat.org

Springbank@SpringbankRetreat.org l 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree, SC 29556

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Magnolia Bark Knocks Out Head and Neck Cancer Cells

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ead and neck cancers include cancers of the mouth, throat (pharynx and larynx), sinuses and salivary glands.

According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology, more than 55,000 Americans are diagnosed with head and neck cancer, and almost 13,000 die from these diseases annually.

A study from the University of Alabama and the Birmingham Veterans Affairs Medical Center found that a magnolia herb extract called honokiol may treat these cancers. It tested human cancer cell lines in the laboratory from different parts of the body, including the mouth, larynx, tongue and pharynx. The researchers found that the honokiol extract halted the growth of each of these cancer cells and induced cell death.

Lead researcher Dr. Santosh K. Katiyar and his colleagues wrote, “Conclusively, honokiol appears to be an attractive, bioactive, small-molecule phytochemical for the management of head and neck cancer, which can be used either alone or in combination with other available therapeutic drugs.”

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Probiotics Reduce Aggressively Negative Thoughts

quiet, you’re not living.

You’ve got to be noisy and colorful and lively. ~Mel Brooks

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ecent research from the Netherlands’ Leiden Institute for Brain and Cognition has discovered that negative and aggressive thinking can be changed by supplementing with probiotic bacteria. The triple-blind study followed and tested 40 healthy people over a period of four weeks that were split into two groups; one was given a daily probiotic supplement containing seven species of probiotics and the other, a placebo.

The subjects filled out a questionnaire that measured cognitive reactivity and depressed moods using the Leiden Index of Depression Sensitivity, which measures negative and depressed thinking. After four weeks, the probiotic group showed significantly lower scores in aggression, control issues, hopelessness, risk aversion and rumination, compared to the placebo group.

“The study demonstrated for the first time that a four-week, multispecies, probiotic intervention has a positive effect on cognitive reactivity to naturally occurring changes in sad mood in healthy individuals not currently diagnosed with a depressive disorder,” the researchers concluded.

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Neti Pot Solutions for Sinus Problems

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eti pots, used for centuries in Asian cultures to support nasal health and eliminate toxins from the nasal mucosa, have become increasingly popular in the Western world.

People use the small Aladdin’s lamp-looking pots to help flush sinuses, usually by pouring a mild solution of unrefined sea salt and water from one nostril through the other (avoid common table salt because it can irritate mucous membranes). The process flushes out unwanted mucus, bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms.

Frequent nasal flushing is credited with preventing and relieving sinus infections. Some experts recommend a stronger remedy if an infection is present.

“The bacteria and fungus stick rather well to the nasal mucosa and few are flushed out with saline flushes,” remarks Herbalist Steven Frank, of Nature’s Rite. LLC. “Most of these nasty pathogens adhere to the mucosa with what is called a biofilm. Within this slime layer, they are well protected and thrive within the warm moist sinuses, so a small saline bath once a day doesn’t bother them much at all.”

To deal with stubborn sinus problems, Frank likes using the neti pot with a colloidal silver wash that is retained in the nostrils for ten minutes. This can be supported with regular intra-nasal spraying of the colloid throughout the day.

Metal and Mineral Imbalances May Produce Migraines

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esearch from Turkey’s Yüzüncü Yil University has concluded that migraines may be linked with higher levels of heavy metals in the blood and deficiencies in important minerals. The research tested 50 people, including 25 diagnosed with migraines and 25 healthy control subjects. None of those tested were taking supplements, smoked, abused alcohol or drugs or had liver or kidney disease or cardiovascular conditions.

Blood tests of both groups found that those with frequent migraines had four times the cadmium, more than twice of both the iron and the lead and nearly three times the levels of manganese in their bloodstreams compared to the healthy subjects. In addition, the migraine group had about a third of the magnesium, about 20 times less zinc and almost half the copper levels compared to the healthy group. “In light of our results, it can be said that trace element level disturbances might predispose people to migraine attacks,” the researchers stated.

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Efficient Cook

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

The kitchen is a hotbed of energy consumption when family meals are being prepared and even when dormant. Appliances make a big difference, and the tools and methods we cook with can reduce utility bills.

According to Mother Earth News, cooking in a convection oven is 25 percent more efficient than a conventional oven.

Switching to an Energy Star-approved refrigerator that consumes 40 percent less energy than conventional models can save up to $70 in energy bills annually, according to ChasingGreen.org. They suggest performing defrosts routinely and keeping the door tightly sealed, especially on an older model. Position the fridge so that it isn’t next to heat sources such as sunlight, the oven or dishwasher.

While cooking, refrain from opening and closing a hot oven door too frequently, put lids on pots while heating and select the right size pans.

Cooking with a six-inch-diameter pan on an eight-inch burner wastes more than 40 percent of the heat produced.

For cleanup, a full load of dishes in a water-efficient dishwasher uses four gallons of water versus 24 gallons for hand washing, according to flow meter manufacturer Seametrics.

A slow cooker uses less energy and needs less water to wash afterward (VitaClayChef.com), plus it doesn’t strain household air conditioning as a stove does. It’s good for cooking hearty stews and soups made from local seasonal vegetables, steaming rice, making yogurt and baking whole-grain breads.

Consider taking a break from the kitchen by ordering a week’s worth of organic, natural meals and ingredients delivered to the door by an eco-friendly meal distribution service, which cuts down on individual trips to the grocery.

Search online for local service options.

Nixing Monsanto

Kitchen Recipes for Daily Energy Savings

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The government of Guatemala has repealed legislation dubbed the “Monsanto law”, which was approved last year to grant the biotech giant special expansion rights into ecologically sensitive territory, after widespread public protest. The demonstrations included groups of indigenous Mayan people, joined by social movements, trade unions and farmers’ and women’s organizations.

Following political party battles, the Guatemalan Congress decided not to just review the legislation, but instead cancel it outright.

The Monsanto law would have given exclusivity on patented seeds to a handful of transnational companies. Mayan people and social organizations claim that the new law would have violated their constitution and the Mayan people’s right to traditional cultivation of the land in their ancestral territories.

Lolita Chávez, of the Mayan People’s Council, states, “Corn taught us Mayan people about community life and its diversity, because when one cultivates corn, one realizes that a variety of crops such as herbs and medicinal plants depend on the corn plant, as well.”

Whistleblowing Allowed

Court Overrules Law Gagging Animal Abuse Probes U.S. District Court Judge B. Lynn Winmill has written that in a pivotal case of animal cruelty undercover reporting, the Idaho Dairymen’s Association responded to the negative publicity by drafting and sponsoring a bill in a class known as Ag-Gag legislation that criminalizes the types of surreptitious investigations that expose such violent activities. Seven other states currently have similar Ag-Gag laws on the books.

Winmill declared the law unconstitutional in his decision, stating that its only purpose is to “limit and punish those who speak out on topics relating to the agricultural industry, striking at the heart of important First Amendment values.” The law was deemed to violate the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment, “as well as preemption claims under three different federal statutes,” cites Winmill.

“This ruling is so clear, so definitive, so sweeping,” says Leslie Brueckner, senior attorney for Public Justice and co-counsel for the plaintiffs in the case. “We couldn’t ask for a better building block in terms of striking these laws down in other states.”

Source: Food Safety News

Surging Organics

Costco Shoots Past Whole Foods Market Whole Foods Market, founded in 1978, grew to be the number one seller in the nationwide movement toward organic and natural eating, with more than 400 stores. But mainstream grocers such as Wal-Mart and Kroger have since jumped on the bandwagon, and smaller players like Trader Joe’s and The Fresh Market have proliferated. Now Costco has moved into the current number one position, illustrating the market potential of budget-conscious consumers that desire to eat better.

Source: The Motley Fool

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High Harvest

Indoor Gardening is Looking Up The world’s largest indoor farm, in Japan, covers 25,000 square feet, with 15 tiers of stacked growing trays that produce 10,000 heads of lettuce per day, or about 100 times more per square foot than traditional methods. It uses 99 percent less water and 40 percent less power than outdoor fields, while producing 80 percent less food waste.

Customized LED lighting helps plants grow up to two-and-a-half times faster than normal, one of the many innovations co-developed by Shigeharu Shimamura. He says the overall process is only half automated so far. “Machines do some work, but the picking is done manually. In the future, though, I expect an emergence of harvesting robots.” These may help transplant seedlings, harvest produce or transport product to packaging areas.

Meanwhile, Singapore’s Sky Farms, the world’s first low-carbon, hydraulically driven, urban vertical farm, runs on a Sky Urban Vertical Farming System, making the most of rainwater and gravity. Using a water pulley system, 38 growing troughs rotate around a 30-foot-tall aluminum tower.

A much bigger project, a 69,000-square-foot vertical indoor garden under construction at AeroFarms headquarters, in Newark, New Jersey, will be capable of producing up to 2 million pounds of vegetables and herbs annually.

Critter Cuisine

Edible Insects Can Help Feed the Planet

Insect expert and bug farmer Sarah Beynon, Ph.D., a research associate for England’s University of Oxford, reports, “Two billion people eat insects every day, and not just in the West.

In fact, insects are extremely good for you and eating them is good for the planet, too.” Western governments are enthusiastic about the potential of entomophagy—the human practice of Source: Tinyurl.com/JapaneseIndoorFarm eating insects—for feeding growing numbers of people sustainably.

By 2050, humans will require 70 percent more food, 120 percent more water and 42 percent more cropland.

Unilever Reduces its Carbon Footprint Meat production is predicted to double, Consumer goods giant Unilever has pledged to and conventional production consumes eliminate coal from its energy usage within five extraordinary volumes of land and years and derive all of its energy worldwide solely water resources. A recent British Food from renewable sources by 2030. The company and Agriculture Organisation report will become carbon-positive through the use of suggests that there are more than 1,000 renewable resources and by investing in generating known species of edible insects. more renewable energy than it needs, selling the surplus and making it available to Insects are extremely nutritious, local communities in areas where it operates. About 40 percent of the company’s containing lots of calcium, zinc and energy use currently comes from green sources. omega-3 fatty acids, and are low in

Paul Polman, company chairman, says the goal is “really doable.” He cites cholesterol. They’re also packed with a new factory in China powered by wind and solar energy and a Paris office protein; by weight, crickets can contain building that already contributes green electricity to the power grid. more protein than beef.

Corporate Conscience

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TROUBLED WATERS Our Precious Freshwater Supplies Are Shrinking

by Linda Sechrist

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ll water, atmospheric water vapor and soil moisture presently gracing the Earth has been perpetually recycled through billions of years of evaporation, condensation and precipitation. As all living things are composed of water and thus a part of this cycle, we may be drinking the same water that a Tyrannosaurus Rex splashed through 68 million years ago, along with what poured into Cleopatra’s bath.

Perhaps this mythological sense of water’s endlessness or the National Aeronautics and Space Administration images from outer space of a blue planet nearly three-quarters covered by water makes us complacent. Yet only 2.5 percent of Earth’s water is not salt water and of sufficient quality to be consumable by humans, plants and animals.

Vulnerable to the demands of humanity’s unprecedented population explosion, careless development and toxic pollution and other contamination, we must reexamine this precious resource. Sandra Postel, founder of the Global Water Policy Project, who has studied freshwater issues for more than 30 years, says, “Communities, farmers and corporations are asking what we really need the water for, whether we can meet that need with less, and how water can be better managed [through] ingenuity and ecological intelligence, rather than big pumps, pipelines, dams and canals.”

Seeking to reclaim lost ground in the protection of our water and wetland resources, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed the 2015

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Clean Water Rule. The new regulations are needed to restore the strength to the 1972 Clean Water Act that has been weakened by the courts and previous administrations.

Notably, within hours of activating the regulation, the EPA was served with lawsuits from corporate polluters, and within weeks, more than 20 state attorneys general filed suit against it.

Today the legal battle continues over whether the new regulation will be allowed to stay in force or not.

“Every day local, state and federal governments are granting permission to industries to pollute, deforest, denigrate and despoil our environments, resulting in serious effects on our planet and our bodies,” says Maya K. van Rossum, a Delaware Riverkeeper and head of the four-state Delaware Riverkeeper Network.

Under van Rossum’s leadership the network has created a national initiative called For the Generations advocating for the passage of constitutional protection for environmental rights at both the state and federal level. It was inspired by a legal victory secured by van Rossum and her organization in 2013 in a case titled Robinson Township, Delaware Riverkeeper Network, et al. vs. the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, which used Pennsylvania’s Constitutional Environmental Rights Amendment to strike down significant portions of a pro-fracking piece of legislation as unconstitutional.

Until this legal victory, Pennsylvania’s constitutional environmental rights amendment was dismissed as a mere statement of policy rather than a true legal protection.

“Each individual process of fracking uses on the order of 5 million gallons of freshwater water mixed with chemicals for drilling and fracking operations, introducing highly contaminated wastewater into our environment,” explains van Rossum. “Every frack increases the chances of carcinogenic chemical leakage into the soil and water sources.” In the pioneering Pennsylvania case, the court’s ruling made clear that the environmental rights of citizens aren’t granted by law, but are inherent and rights that cannot

Water is the foundation of life.

Clean drinking water is rapidly being depleted all around the world. be removed, annulled or overturned by government or law.

“Even more significant, the court stated that these environmental rights belong to present generations living on Earth today and to future generations,” enthuses van Rossum. She also cites that although America’s Declaration of Independence includes several inalienable rights, our federal constitution and those of 48 states fail to provide protection for three basic needs required to enjoy them—the right to pure water, clean air and healthy environments.

Van Rossum’s audiences are shocked to learn that clean water isn’t enforced as a human right. An era of clean water scarcity already exists in parts of our own country and much of the world. Water quality is threatened

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by environmental, political, economic and social forces, spreading contamination from pesticides, herbicides, fuel and warfare chemicals, and heavy metals. Episodic tragedies like the 2015 Gold King Mine wastewater spill near Silverton, Colorado, and Flint, Michigan’s current lead-laced drinking water crisis raise public awareness.

“The technologies and know-how exist to increase the productivity of every liter of water,” says Postel. “But citizens must first understand the issues and insist on policies, laws and institutions that promote the sustainable use and safety of clean water.”

Food & Water Watch on Corporate Takeover of Water Tinyurl.com/CorporateWaterTakeover Water for All Campaign Right to Clean Water Tinyurl.com/WhyOpposeWaterPrivatization U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Roster of Contaminated Water Cleanup Sites epa.gov/superfund Clean Water Rule Call to Action epa.gov/cleanwaterrule

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he Grand Strand Water and Sewer Authority and Georgetown County Water and Sewer District are both doing a great job treating the public water in our area. However, they’re only required to test for less than 100 contaminants to meet the Safe Drinking Water Act requirements. Unfortunately, there have been tens of thousands of contaminants found in our nation’s tap water by independent, third-party tests.

Examples of these unregulated contaminants are endocrine-disrupting compounds, pharmaceuticals and personal care products. Up to 90 percent of oral drugs pass through the human body and end up in the waste water, which is cleaned and returned to river outflows. Chemicals in soaps, shampoos and other personal care products also flow down the drains. But waste water filtration does not remove these chemicals, and they accumulate in natural rivers and lakes where our drinking water intakes pick them up again. Those same contaminates, still not filtered out, appear in our public drinking water.

Endocrine disruptors are chemicals and substances that may interfere with the function of hormones in the body and trigger disease. Researchers are finding trace amounts of all these contaminants in water throughout the country, and our public water authorities are not equipped to deal with these contaminants.

Another main area of concern is the distribution system through which the treated tap water must travel to its final destination at our homes and businesses. This is an ongoing problem for water authorities. Old pipes and plumbing fixtures in the distribution system, homes and businesses can contribute lead and other impurities to the tap water makeup, as we’ve recently seen in the news happening in Flint, Michigan, and now in more and more cities. Lead can cause serious life-threatening illness, and at even low levels can injure the development of young children’s brains and intellect.

One way that the amount of lead is minimized in a water system is by injecting certain chemicals, normally a blend of phosphates, into the treated water, which helps coat the old pipes, with the intention of forming a barrier between the water and the pipes. Also, as a means of preventing the growth of harmful bacteria in the distribution system, the water authorities in our area inject a

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combination of chlorine and ammonia, along with fluorides for dental health, which forms chloramines. This new mixture with reduced chlorine has helped lower the formation of cancercausing disinfection byproducts, such as trihalomethanes, and it is more effective as a disinfectant in the pipes for a longer time. However, research data regarding chloramines shows that while it’s good for the pipes, there are some adverse effects for the human body, such as skin, eye and respiratory irritations. Many people don’t realize that during a typical 10-minute shower, we absorb a lot of chlorine and chloramines into our bodies through inhalation and skin absorption. Health experts indicate that the long-term effects can impact our health.

Experts suggest the best solution is for homeowners to filter their water at their home. There are many excellent products available for the water piping point of entry into a home or business as well as point-of-use drinking water systems. Many of these are less expensive and more convenient than buying bottled water, and contribute less litter from plastic bottle waste.

While some may believe that bottled water is of higher quality, the truth is that almost all bottled water is simply local tap water, contaminated with the endocrine-disrupting BPA and BPS plastic chemicals that leech from the bottles themselves.

Southlantic Water Systems, a Myrtle Beach-based company that provides and services water systems and accessories, encourages everyone to become educated about water quality issues and take the steps necessary to protect themselves and their families.

The company’s moto is “Buy a filter or be a filter.” Before purchasing water treatment equipment from a local water treatment dealer or online, it is wise to check with the Better Business Bureau (bbb.org) as well as the Water Quality Association (wqa.org) to make sure one is dealing with a reputable dealer and equipment manufacturer.

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Meaty Truths Choosing Meat that’s Sustainable and Safe

by Melinda Hemmelgarn

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n his essay The Pleasures of Eating, Wendell Berry, a Kentucky farmer and poet, writes: “If I am going to eat meat, I want it to be from an animal that has lived a pleasant, uncrowded life outdoors, on bountiful pasture, with good water nearby and trees for shade.” He, like a growing number of conscious eaters, wants no part of the industrial meat system in which animals are raised in concentrated animal feeding operations.

Media coverage has helped educate consumers previously unaware of how their food is produced and why it matters. The documentary film Food Inc., as well as books like Fast Food Nation, by Eric Schlosser and The Chain,

by Ted Genoways, describe common livestock industry practices that mistreat animals, pollute water and air, endanger workers and threaten public health. With increased understanding of the connections between diet and health, climate, environment and social justice, even many Americans that still like the taste of hamburger and steak have sided with Berry; they want sustainably raised, humane and healthful red meat.

Unsustainable Corporate Lobby Every five years, the U.S. Dietary Guidelines are revised to reflect the latest nutritional science. In 2015, the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee attempted to include the concept of sustainability. The committee, which included top nutrition scientists, defined sustainable diets as “a pattern of eating that promotes health and well-being and provides food security for the present population while sustaining human and natural resources for future generations.” It made the case that a diet higher in plant-based foods and lower in animal-based foods both promotes health and protects the environment—resulting in lower greenhouse gas emissions, and less energy, land and water use.

But political pressure from the livestock industry prevailed, and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack and Secretary of Health and Human Services Sylvia Burwell jointly announced, “We do not believe that the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans are the appropriate vehicle

for this important policy conversation about sustainability.” Instead, they advised the committee to focus solely on nutritional and dietary information.

In her book Food Politics, nutritionist and author Marion Nestle explains that recommendations to decrease consumption have never been popular with the food industry.

Nonetheless, Roni Neff, Ph.D., who directs the Center for a Livable Future’s Food System Sustainability and Public Health Program at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, in Baltimore, recommends consuming less red meat in particular, because of its large environmental footprint. Neff points out, “Thirty percent of greenhouse gas emissions are connected to red meat.”

However, not all red meat is created equal. In her book Defending Beef, environmental lawyer and cattle rancher Nicolette Hahn Niman makes a case for sustainable meat production, noting, “Well-managed grazing could be part of an effective strategy to combat climate change.”

In their book The New Livestock Farmer, authors Rebecca Thistlethwaite and Jim Dunlop praise the increase in farmers producing pasture-raised, ethical meats and the growing number of farmers selling directly to people that reject the industrial system. Neff likewise supports such sustainable livestock agriculture, which integrates pastureraised animals on farms, rather than isolating them on feedlots, where they typically eat a grain-based diet (such as genetically engineered corn) and receive growth stimulants, including hormones and antibiotics.

Risky Hormones and Antibiotics Mike Callicrate, a St. Francis, Kansas, rancher educated in the industrial model of meat production, is considered an expert on its negative consequences.

He served as an advisor for Food Inc., and Michael Pollan’s The Omnivore’s Dilemma. Callicrate observes, “The same chemical compounds that athletes are banned from using in baseball are used to produce our food animals,

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which our children eat in the hot dogs at the ballgame.”

According to the USDA, about 90 percent of feedlot cattle receive hormone implants to promote growth.

Yet the European Union Scientific Committee on Veterinary Measures Relating to Public Health reports that the use of natural and artificial growth hormones in beef production poses a potential risk to human health, especially among children.

Concerns about growth-promoting drugs led the American Academy of Pediatrics to call for studies that directly measure their impact on children through milk and meat. The President’s Cancer Panel Report on Reducing Environmental Cancer Risk also states, “Growth hormones may contribute to endocrine disruption in humans.”

Their dietary recommendations include choosing meat raised without hormones and antibiotics.

Rising Resistance Antibiotic resistance is now one of the world’s most critical public health

Because climate change is accelerating and is already causing a multitude of adverse effects, and the footprint of our current food system is massive, we urgently need to create a national food supply that is both healthy and sustainable. ~Dr. Walter Willett, Harvard School of Public Health problems, and it’s related to misuse of antibiotics in animal agriculture. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Antibiotic resistance—when bacteria don’t respond to the drugs designed to kill them— threatens to return us to the time when simple infections were often fatal.”

Veterinarian and food safety consultant Gail Hansen, of Washington, D.C., explains that bacteria naturally develop resistance anytime we use antibiotics. “The problem is overuse and misuse; that’s the recipe for disaster.”

She explains that more than 70 percent of the antibiotics sold in the U.S. are not used to treat sick animals, but to promote growth and reduce the risk of infection related to raising animals in unsanitary, overcrowded spaces.

A recent report by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) states: Adding antibiotics to the feed of healthy livestock “often leave the drugs ineffective when they are needed to treat infections in people.”

The AAP supports buying meat from organic farms, because organic farming rules prohibit the nontherapeutic use of antibiotics. Stacia Clinton, a registered dietitian in Boston who works with the international nonprofit Health Care Without Harm, assists hospitals in both reducing meat on their menus and increasing purchases of meat from animals raised without antibiotics. The goal is

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to reduce the growing To be interested meat (beef, veal, pork, lamb, mutton, horse number of antibioticin food, but not in and goat) as “probably resistant infections that cost hospitals and food production, carcinogenic to humans.” Risk increases patients billions of is clearly absurd. with amount consumed, dollars each year. and the evidence is

A Friends of the ~Wendell Berry strongest for the relation Earth report, Chain of processed meats to Reaction: How Top colorectal cancer.

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Still, the IARC report recognizes,

In California, Governor Jerry “Eating meat has known health benBrown signed Senate Bill 27, makefits.”

Meat is a rich source of protein ing his the first state to ban the use and B vitamins, iron and zinc. Liveof routine low doses of antimicrobial stock feed further influences nutritional drugs that are medically important to composition, with meat from cattle humans to promote livestock weight raised on pasture (grass) containing gain or feed efficiency. The bill doesn’t higher levels of beneficial omega-3 go into effect until January 2018, but fatty acids compared to meat from will contribute to making meat safer animals fed grain. and antibiotic drugs more effective.

According to medical doctor and National Institutes of Health researcher Red and Processed Captain Joseph Hibbeln, consuming Meats Targeted fewer omega-6 fatty acids and more Dietary advice to reduce the conomega-3s may be one of the most sumption of red and processed meats, important dietary changes for cutting regardless of how the animals are the risk of chronic diseases, reducing raised, is not new. Kelay Trentham, a inflammation, improving mental health, registered dietitian in Tacoma, Washenhancing children’s brain and eye ington, who specializes in cancer development and reducing worldwide prevention and treatment, points incidence of cardiovascular disease by out that joint reports from the World 40 percent.

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When it comes to eating meat, the and American Institute for Cancer agricultural practices, quantity conResearch (AICR) since 2007 have recsumed, and methods of processing and ommended restricting consumption cooking make a difference. It turns out of red meat to less than 18 ounces a that what’s good for the environment is week and avoiding processed meats. good for animals and people, too.

In 2015, the World Health Organization International Agency for Melinda Hemmelgarn is an awardResearch on Cancer (IARC) classified winning registered dietitian, writer processed meat (like hot dogs, ham, and Food Sleuth Radio host with sausages, corned beef and beef jerky) KOPN.org, in Columbia, MO. as “carcinogenic to humans” and red Connect at FoodSleuth@gmail.com.

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by Melinda Hemmelgarn Choose certified organic meat.

Organic certification prohibits antibiotics, added hormones and genetically modified (GMO) feed.

Select grass-fed and grass-finished meats. Look for the nonprofit American Grassfed Association (AGA) certification, which ensures animals eat only grass and forage from the time of their weaning until harvest, and are raised without antibiotics or hormones (AmericanGrassfed.org). AGA standards apply to ruminant animals only: beef, bison, goat, lamb and sheep.

Support Country of Origin Labeling. This mandates that retail cuts of meat must contain a label informing consumers of its source. The U.S. meat industry has worked to stop such labeling.

Beware of misleading labels.

“Natural” provides no legal assurance about how an animal was raised. “Vegetarian feed” may mean GMO corn and/or soy. (See Greener Choices.org.)

Buy directly from family livestock farmers. Check out sites like Local Harvest.org and Tinyurl.com/Farmers MarketsDirectory.

Pay attention to portions. The U.S. Department of Agriculture serving size weighs three ounces, about the same size as a deck of cards. Think of meat as a side dish and balance the rest of the plate with vegetables, leafy greens, beans and other legumes.

Once a week, cut out meat. Participate in Meatless Mondays (Meatless Monday.org).

Assume all retail meat carries bacteria that can cause food-borne illness. Practice safe food handling as directed on package labels. (Also see FoodSafety.gov and KeepAntibiotics Working.com.)

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Why Vegan?

The Connection Between Humans, Animals and the Planet

by Tracey Narayani Glover

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oo often human beings fail to see the interconnection that exists between the non-human animals and the environment that surrounds us. As some vegans adopt a plant-based diet upon learning about the suffering of farmed animals, others are influenced by the devastating impact of animal agriculture on the environment, while many make the switch to benefit their own health. The truth is, these issues are not separate.

According to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, the livestock sector consumes more edible protein—40 percent of the entire world’s agricultural output—than it produces, while occupying 30 percent of the planet’s total land surface.

Animal-based foods such as meat, dairy and eggs are highly resource-intensive compared to plant-based foods. For example, an acre of land used to raise cattle for slaughter yields 20 pounds of usable protein compared to the 356 pounds of protein that an acre of soybeans would produce.

Product labeling that indicates varying levels of humane and sustainable practices entices conscious consumers but is often misleading. As an example, consider that it is

standard industry practice to kill all male chicks as soon as they hatch, whether they are on conventional farms or free-range organic farms, regardless of humane labeling.

Similarly, it cannot be assumed that a grass-fed label is indicative of sustainability. Living conditions involve less suffering and fossil fuel use than in factory farms, but according to a study published in Environmental Science and Technology, pasture-raised cattle produce at least 20 percent more methane than grain-finished animals, on a per-pound-of-meat basis, and they also require more land and water.

The United Nations reports that at least 20 million people worldwide die each year as a result of malnutrition, while estimates have been made that if Americans alone reduced their meat intake by just 10 percent, 100 million people could be fed with the land, water and energy that would be freed up as a result. As pointed out by The World Watch Institute, the continued growth of meat output creates competition for grain between affluent meat-eaters and the world’s poor.

As much of the world’s population struggles to obtain enough food, many Americans are consuming too much protein and suffering from diseases such as heart disease,

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cancer, diabetes, obesity, Alzheimer’s, high blood pressure, stroke and auto-immune diseases. Research shows a high correlation between rates of these “diseases of affluence” and the consumption of animal protein.

But there is good reason for hope, as a growing body of nutrition science shows that a high percentage of these diseases can be prevented, or even reversed, with diet. According to Nutritional Biochemist T. Colin Campbell, who co-authored The China Study, “The same diet that is good for prevention of cancer is also good for the prevention of heart disease, obesity, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis and other diseases. That diet is a whole foods, plant-based diet.”

Note that there’s more to worry about than the antibiotics, steroids and hormones found in most animal products available today, making organic options less than ideal as well. “The real danger of animal products is the nutrient imbalances, regardless of the presence or absence of those nasty chemicals. Long before modern chemicals were introduced into our food, people still began to experience more cancer and more heart disease when they started to eat more animal-based foods,” says Campbell.

One of the biggest barriers to adopting a plant-based diet is the misconception that a vegan diet lacks essential nutrients or adequate protein levels. According to the American Dietetic Association, and many leading world health organizations, a properly planned vegan diet can provide all nutritional needs at all stages of life from infancy, through pregnancy, and into old age. Even in the most demanding physical conditions, a vegan diet is sufficient, as demonstrated by vegan athletes such as Houston Texans running back Arian Foster, mixed martial arts champion Mac Danzig, Atlanta Falcons tight end Tony Gonzalez and two-time Badwater Ultramarathon winner Scott Jurek.

Is it a coincidence that the diet that can prevent suffering of animals is the same diet that can reverse the process of global warming and keep humans healthy into old age?

What is good for the animals is good for the planet and good for our own health.

Tracey Narayani Glover, JD, E-RYT 200, is an animal advocate, writer, chef/owner of The Pure Vegan and a yoga and meditation teacher in Mobile, AL. Connect at ThePureVegan. com and ARCForAllBeings.org.

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This innovative game-changer has since received Australia’s 2003 Banksia International Award for “doing the most for the environment on a global scale” and the 2010 Buckminster Fuller Challenge, recognizing solutions that address humanity’s most pressing problems. The Savory Institute, founded in 2009, and its Africa Center for Holistic Management, demonstrate how using livestock to improve soil and decrease dependence on water— plus increase its ability to hold moisture and carbon—grows more grass and improves profits for ranchers, landowners and investors.

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Ultimately, the only sustainable economy for any nation is derived from growing plants on regenerating soil. Today’s conventional agriculture is producing more than 75 billion tons of dead, eroding soil every year—more than 10 tons for every human alive. The largest areas of the world’s land are either grasslands or former grasslands.

Holistic, planned grazing to reverse desertification has gained support from thousands of individual ranchers, scientists, researchers, pastoralists and farmers. Currently, it is practiced on more than 30 million acres over six continents with encouraging success.

The Savory Institute encourages and links locally led and managed holistic management hubs around the world, now numbering 30 in Africa, Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Mexico, Sweden, Turkey, the UK and U.S., with more forming every year.

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

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Taste the Rainbow, Expand Your Palate with New Colorful Veggies

by Judith Fertig

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mericans’ vegetable habits are in a rut. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, nearly 50 percent of the vegetables and legumes available in this country in 2013 were either tomatoes or potatoes. Lettuce came in third, according to new data released in 2015, advises Tracie McMillan, author of The American Way of Eating.

Further, 87 percent of U.S. adults did not meet basic vegetable serving recommendations from 2007 through 2010, a fact cited in the most recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention survey. Yet, urban supermarkets overflow with a wealth of common and exotic vegetables, often displayed side-by-side: broccoli and broccolini, green bell and Japanese shishito peppers, and iceberg lettuce and leafy mâche, or lamb’s lettuce.

Trying one new vegetable dish a week is a great way to increase our vegetable literacy, says functional medicine expert Terri Evans, a doctor of Oriental medicine in Naples, Florida. “Our diet should

be 60 percent produce—40 percent vegetables and 20 percent fruit,” she says. “To keep this sustainable for the long term, we should eat what tastes good, not what we think is good for us. Some days, we crave the sweetness of carrots; other days, the bitterness of artichokes or the heat of hot peppers.

Our bodies can tell us what we need.”

Keep Expanding Choices

Going Green. Dark green and slightly peppery arugula is good with a little olive oil and lemon juice. Finely shredded Brussels sprouts bulk up a mixed salad, while adding the benefits of a cancer-fighting cruciferous vegetable. Instead of mineral-rich baby spinach, try baby Swiss chard, suggests Matthew Kadey, a registered dietician in Waterloo, Ontario. He also suggests microgreens, the tiny shoots of radishes, cabbage, broccoli and kale, all rich in vitamins C and E. Squash It. Varieties of summer and winter squash add color, body and flavor to one-dish meals, with the added benefits of B vitamins, magnesium and fiber. LeAnne Campbell, Ph.D., author of The China Study Cookbook, simmers a mix of fresh chopped vegetables including yellow natural awakenings

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A Rainbow of Benefits

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he colors found in fresh vegetables can indicate an abundance of necessary phytochemicals and nutrients. “Many people I see in my practice consume excess food, but have nutrient deficiency,” says Terri Evans, a functional medicine expert and doctor of Oriental medicine.

Eating a variety of colorful vegetables can be part of the remedy.

“Each color in a vegetable represents 10,000 micronutrients,” explains Evans. “The more colorful you make your diet, the happier your body will be.” She notes that supplements supply a lot of one nutrient, while vegetables gift us with tiny amounts of many requisite nutrients.

According to the nonprofit Produce for Better Health Foundation, plant phytochemicals may act as antioxidants, protect and regenerate essential nutrients and work to deactivate cancer-causing substances. So, the more color on our plates, the better.

Yellow and orange—in squash and some tomatoes—point to higher levels of vitamins C and A. The beta-carotene behind these colors is renowned for supporting healthy eyesight.

Dark green—in leafy greens and cabbages—evidences higher levels of vitamins K, B and E. Chlorophyll creates the color and indicates its well-documented detoxifying properties.

Red—in red bell peppers and tomatoes—indicates vitamin C. Lycopene, which provides the color, is widely associated with lowering the risk of prostate and breast cancers.

Purple and blue—in radicchio, red cabbage and eggplant—deliver vitamins C and K. Anthocyanins that create the color are powerful antioxidants geared to keep us heart-healthy.

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~LeAnne Campbell summer squash or zucchini, and flavors with coconut and curry powder. Vegan Chef Douglas McNish, of Toronto, makes an okra and squash gumbo in the slow cooker.

Sneak in a Smoothie. Change up a smoothie routine by swapping out the usual baby spinach for a blend of cucumber, apple and fresh mint, or else sweet potato and carrot, suggests Sidney Fry, a registered dietitian and Cooking Light editor, in Birmingham, Alabama.

Snack Attack. An array of colorful vegetables served with dips and spreads can be an easy way to experiment with veggies. Carrots in deep red, vibrant yellow, purple and orange are delicious raw and supply beta-carotene, promoting eye health. Leaves from pale green Belgian endive spears are tender and crunchy. Orange or “cheddar” cauliflower has a more creamy and sweet flavor than its pale cousin.

“Colors equal health, and the more colors we eat, the better our overall health,” says Susan Bowerman, a registered dietitian, lecturer in food science and nutrition at California State Polytechnic Institute, San Luis Obispo, and co-author of What Color Is Your Diet? “We also have to be willing to try new foods or new varieties of foods, or maybe to prepare unfamiliar foods in a way that will make them taste good, so that we will be willing to add more plant foods to our diet.”

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

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Open Door Reiki Share w/Eileen Foose, RN−79pm. (1st Tues) A gathering of like minds for mini Reiki treatments and a sharing circle. Enjoy the energy work at Unity. Free will love offering to assist the Care Team of Unity. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843 238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

“Divine Audacity–What does it mean to be the Light of the World?” w/Rev Margaret Hiller, LUT−11am. Unity Celebration Service. All are welcome. Love Offering. Community Potluck also follows service (all dishes welcome, vegan and vegetarian also appreciated, grateful for extra food, extra people expected). Connect the Dots Discussion Group meets in Activities Room 1:152:15pm for dialog & sharing of ideas/insights from the Sunday message topic. Love Offering. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Transformation From the Inside Out: A Discussion w/Rebekkah Hanson the Abundance Astrologer−Noon-1pm. Be it health, wealth or relationships, we are all meant to be abundant and accomplish that easily. Discover the person you were born to be so you can live a life that leaves you feeling satisfied, self-confident and seen for who you truly are. Donations accepted for the Coastal Carolina Animal Rescue Center of Murrells Inlet. Inlet Yoga, 637 D Bellamy Ave, Murrells Inlet, Info: Maribeth, 843655-6272, InletYogaStudio.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2 Unity Healing & Prayer Service w/Olivia Rose−6:30-7:30pm. (1st Wed) Meditation, prayer, hands-on-healing. Love offering. Unity Peace Chapel, Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 3 Therapeutic Yoga Class Series w/Allie Flowers−5:30-6:45pm.. 5 week class series. Preregistration recommended, but walk-ins are always welcome as space is available. Shanti South studio at Litchfield Exchange, 14361 Ocean Hwy, PI. 843467-5444, ShantiMyrtleBeach.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 5 Kriya Yoga Circle w/Paula Kenion MS–1-2pm.

Monthly Meditation Gathering, (1st Sat). Learn easy meditation techniques, devotional chanting, and other yoga practices for personal and spiritual growth. Will meditate in chairs for comfort, or bring mats/blankets if preferred. Bella Luna Spa, 47 DaGullah Way, Pawleys Isl. $3 per class. Info: Paula, 843-650-4538.

Headstand Yoga Workshop w/Javier Lopez– 3-5pm. Learn the proper technique of performing a headstand in various stages, and if successful, may attempt Vrschikasana or the Scorpion posture.

Cost $30/person $15 for Yoga Instructors. Call to preregister and to discuss any health issues that headstands may risk. Yoga in Common, 3062 Deville St, Market Common, MB, 843-839-9636, YogaInCommon.com.

Beethoven & Blue Jeans w/the Long Bay symphony & Hye-Jin Kim, violin−4-pm. Popular favorites full of unfettered romanticism and dazzling virtuosity from Handel’s glorious music written to accompany a royal fireworks display to one of the most famous violin concertos of all time. Wear your favorite jeans if you like, settle in, and experience an outstanding performance. Adults: $25 – $50, Students: $10. MB High School Music & Arts Center, 3302 Grissom Pkwy, MB. 843-448-8379, LongBaySymphony.com.

Healing Circle w/Dawn Yager & Karen Patriarca– 5-6pm. An introduction to the healing ability of herbs, as well as therapeutic pranayama and meditation. $20 Pre-registration required Pre-registration recommended, but walk-ins are always welcome as space is available. Shanti Yoga, Myrtle Beach Studio, 7901 North Ocean Hwy, Myrtle Beach, 843-467-5444, ShantiMyrtleBeach.com.

MARCH 6-8 Basketry: Weaving Balance & Beauty w/Linda Szocik. Enjoy the contemplative art of basket-making. Woven into the schedule will be time for personal reflection & communal prayer. No experience necessary; materials furnished. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality & the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $325 fee includes lodging & meals.

843-382-9777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

New Moon Drum Circle w/Bunni Vaughan Healy– 7-8:30pm. The perfect time for setting intention and drumming is a great way to shoot those intentions toward manifestation. Love Offering . Info: Bunni, 843-333-9930. Love Offering. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Pk Dr, Surfside.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 12 Beginner Yoga Class w/Dawn Yager−12-1:15pm..

Pre-registration recommended, but walk-ins are always welcome as space is available. Shanti Yoga, Myrtle Beach Studio, 7901 North Ocean Hwy, Myrtle Beach, 843-467-5444, ShantiMyrtleBeach.com.

"Awakening at the Beach - Just say Yes!" w/Michael Damian−10am-4pm. Damian, a spiritual teacher and clinical psychologist whose personal studies of the teachings of Adyashanti and Eckhart Tolle helped him awaken to the awareness of ‘unity and no separate self’. $75 donation suggested. Info: DearCynthia@ gmail.com or visit MichaelDamian.org. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Yogis for Change w/Chris Lipinski–7-8pm.

Fundraiser yoga class to raise funds for Kiva.org microloans used worldwide to help people in developing nations create business, trade and employment. $10 min donation. Yoga in Common, 3062 Deville St, Market Common, MB, 843-839-9636, YogaInCommon.com.

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MARCH 12-19 Icon Painting as Prayer w/Christopher Marie Wagner. Enter into the deep prayer time of Lent through the writing of the icon of St. Kateri Tekakwitha. Learn the basic techniques of iconography and the symbolism and spirituality of the icon and will complete an icon using acrylics and gold leaf. No experience is necessary. Materials fee: $40. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $675 fee includes lodging and meals. 843-382-9777 or SpringbankRetreat.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 13 “Divine Audacity – Acknowledge the Light” w/ Rev. Margaret Hiller−11am Unity service. All are welcome. At 12:30pm, Connecting the Dots–Coffee & Conversation social hour and discussion after the service. Get your coffee and share ideas/insights from the Sunday message topic. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 14 Reiki Share w/Sandra Kaye & Kim Wanamaker−7:30pm. An invitation to the public to experience Reiki Healing with a gathering of a Reiki Master and Practitioners. An ancient laying-on of hands healing technique that uses the Universal Life Force Energy to heal. Register online or call. Inlet Yoga, 637 D Bellamy Ave, Murrells Inlet, Info: Maribeth, 843-655-6272, InletYogaStudio.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 17 MB Human Rights Commission Mtg−4:30pm.

Open monthly meeting of the MB Human Rights Commission. (3rd Thurs) A free, open, public meeting for all to attend and participate. MB City Services Bldg, Fire Dept. Conf Rm, 921A, N Oak St. (at Mr. Joe White Ave), MB, Hotline: 843-9181130, HR Dept: 843-918-1114. Facebook.com/ HumanRightsMyrtleBeach.

Acupuncture & Womens Wellness-Ladies Night w/ Leslie Jafarace 5:30-7:30pm, To Your Health

is hosting Ladies' Night with special guest Leslie Jafarace LAc, FABORM, Owner of AcupunctureWorks, Leslie has a Masters Degree in the Science of Oriental Medicine and will speak on women's wellness and acupuncture. Ladies night each 3rd Thurs at To your Health. Free Event. 9428 Ocean Hwy in Pawleys Isl. 843 237-8111, Facebook & ToYourHealthSC.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 17 Vegetable Gardening: Growing a Delicious Summer Plate w/Tony Melton–9:30am-2pm. Learn all there is to know about growing a delicious summer plate from Clemson Extension. Garden discussion on raised beds vs. in-ground beds, how to properly prep your garden and what to use. Then come classroom lesson on recommendations for a summer crop and how to care for them. Lunch is included. $20. Moore Farms Botanical Garden, 100 New Zion Rd, Lake City. Rebecca Turk, 843-3738068, MooreFarmsbg.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 19 Philosophy and Meditation w/Dawn Yager−8:309:30am. Pre-registration recommended, but walkins are always welcome as space is available.

Shanti Yoga, Myrtle Beach Studio, 7901 North Ocean Hwy, Myrtle Beach, 843-467-5444, ShantiMyrtleBeach.com.

P o s t u re C l i n i c w / M a r i b e t h M a c K e n z i e E-RYT500−2-4pm. Will discuss alignment, modifications, variations and benefits of these postures. There will also be time at the end for Q&A to answer any questions that you may have about postures, breath, meditation or any other yoga question. $20, Yoga Club Members $10. Preregister so materials can be printed. Inlet Yoga, 637 D Bellamy Ave, Murrells Inlet, Info: Maribeth, 843-655-6272, InletYogaStudio.com.

Some Enchanted Evening w/The Long Bay Symphony−7-9pm. performs a selection of classic songs from The Great American Songbook.

Never out of style, these songs from well-known composers such as George Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Irving Berlin have been recorded by artists

from Bing Crosby to Bette Midler. This toe-tapping performance will have you singing along. Adults: $25 – $50, Students:$10. MB High School Music & Arts Center, 3302 Grissom Pkwy, MB. 843-4488379, LongBaySymphony.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 20 “Palm Sunday Service, “Divine Audacity – Allow the Light” w/Rev. Margaret Hiller−11am Special Holiday Unity service. Communion will be celebrated during service. All are welcome. At 12:30pm, Connecting the Dots–Coffee & Conversation social hour and discussion after the service.

Get your coffee and share ideas/insights from the Sunday message topic. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-2388516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Free Yoga for Kids w/Javier Lopez–11am-noon.

As part of the 11am Unity Youth class, a certified yoga instructor will do Yoga designed for kids.

Meditation and de-stress time will be built into the instruction. Snacks provided. Parents are welcome to attend the 11am service in sanctuary or observe the Yoga class. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843 238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Yin Yoga to Restore w/Laura Klem−1-3pm. Preregistration recommended, but walk-ins are always welcome as space is available. Shanti South studio at Litchfield Exchange, 14361 Ocean Hwy, PI. 843467-5444, ShantiMyrtleBeach.com.

MARCH 21 & 22 Awakening the Spirit Within: Learning to Play the Flute w/Cerantha Corley. Find out how a Native American-style flute can express your inner song Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality & the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $200 fee includes lodging & meals. 843-382-3438, SpringbankRetreat.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 24 The Coolness of Shade w/Brendan Huggins MFBG Horticulturist–9:30am-Noon. Not all plants love sun. From perennials to shrubs, there are many selections that you must implement into your garden providing beautiful color, texture and seasonal interest. Learn what to plant, what to look for and how low maintenance it can be. You’ll then walk through the garden viewing many of the shade plantings at Moore Farms. Registration: $15 Moore Farms Botanical Garden, 100 New Zion Rd, Lake City. Info Rebecca Turk, 843-373-8068, MooreFarmsbg.org.

MARCH 24-27 Easter Triduum: Easter Hope in a Time of Ecological Decline w/Jim Conlon & Marya Grathwohl.

“Can we hear the cry of Jesus on the cross in the cry of Earth and experience the resurrection in the regenerative power of Earth? Our experience of Easter gives us hope in a time of ecological death.”This retreat includes Holy Thursday Seder/ Eucharist, Good Friday Way of the Cross, Prayer Lodge, Holy Saturday, Great Easter Fire/Vigil at Mepkin Abbey with the Trappist monks, & the Easter morning Resurrection ritual/ceremony followed by Easter brunch. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $375 fee includes lodging and meals.

843-382-9777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

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“Two Rooms” at Atlantic Stage−Thur-Sat 7:30 pm, Sun 3pm. By Lee Blessing. Provocative and compelling, this arresting work deals with a subject much in the minds of contemporary society—the taking of innocent hostages by political terrorists.

First presented by California's innovative La Jolla Playhouse, the play illuminates both the numbing agony of the one detained and also the helpless fury of those who are left behind—loved ones impatient for something to be done, and officials who feel they must be guided by logic rather than emotion. $17.50-27.50. Atlantic Stage is an ensemble of professional resident artists committed to artistic excellence, community enrichment, and educational outreach. Theatre at Myrtle Beach Mall, Hwy 17N and Hwy 22, rear mall entrance near Carmike Cinemas. Info: 877-287-8587, AtlanticStage.com.

Pottery & Native Spirituality w/Trina McCormick & Theresa Linehan. Share the ancient wisdom & learn ways of relating to the natural world with greater reverence. Experience Prayer Lodge & Spirit Quest. Create unique earthen vessels for ritual using a hand-building technique & a primitive firing process with leaves, pinestraw, & sawdust.

No art experience necessary. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality & the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $790 fee includes lodging & meals.

843-382-9777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26

Open Door Reiki Share w/Eileen Foose, RN−79pm. (1st Tues) A gathering of like minds for mini Reiki treatments and a sharing circle. Enjoy the energy work at Unity. Free will love offering to assist the Care Team of Unity. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843 238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Myrtle Beach Drum Circle w/Rob Jackson– 6-9:30pm. An open/free-form and non-facilitated hippie styled drum circle community. The deeprooted and fundamental tradition is based on African/Middle Eastern stylized drumming, free-form dance and belly dance, hooping, and other various inter-community variances. No alcohol, smoking.

Pets and children must be tended. Free. Myrtle Beach State Park, Worm Moon - Fireplace Shelter.

Facebook: Myrtle Beach Drum Circle.

SUNDAY, MARCH 27 “Divine Audacity - Be the Light” w/Rev. Margaret Hiller−11am Special Holiday Unity Service. All are welcome. At 12:30pm, Connecting the Dots–Coffee & Conversation social hour and discussion after the service. Get your coffee and share ideas/insights from the Sunday message topic. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 29 Unity LGBT Group Meeting w/Dana Curtin−6:30-8 p.m. (Last Tues ea mo.) All LGBT people welcome. Whether struggling with being gay, lesbian, transgender or with friends or family who are, share conversations within a faith community. Embrace oneness, not secrets. Info: Dana at 415-902-0984, dana@cyvision.com. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6 Unity Healing & Prayer Service w/Olivia Rose−6:30-7:30pm. (1st Wed) Meditation, prayer, hands-on-healing. Love offering. Unity Peace Chapel, Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

APRIL 8-10 Spirit Quest w/Betsy Bowman. Spirit Quest is a deeply prayerful & insightful experience. Being open & receptive to the Spirit & listening in the profound quiet of the natural world is the focus of this seven-hour quest. Prayer is an integral part of this experience. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality & the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $200 fee includes lodging & meals.

843-382-9777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

APRIL 9 & 10 Art in the Park at Chapin Park–10am-4pm.

Over 60 regional artists, 20 locals. Paintings, woodworking, photography, jewelry, fabric, glass,

metal, pottery and stone. Chapin Pk, 1400 N. Kings Hwy, MB. Free admission. Child & pet friendly.

Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild, JoAnne Utterback, 843-446-3830, ArtsyParksy.com.

APRIL 12 & 13 Native Drum-Making w/ Theresa Linehan. Share in the ancient wisdom of our Native sisters and brothers by creating and shaping a handheld drum in the Native tradition. Blessing & awakening of the drum is an essential ritual to give voice to the drum. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality & the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $200 fee includes meals & lodging. Addl $100 materials fee.

843-382-9777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

APRIL 15-17 Know Thyself w/Barbara Fiand. Socrates is said to have been the first to challenge his followers to know themselves. But what is the true self and how can we approach and embrace it in our time, especially in the area of holistic spirituality? Explore the fundamental interconnectedness, universal consciousness, the broadening of human awareness, & the effects our intentionality has on the environment. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality & the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $275 fee includes meals & lodging. 843-382-9777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

APRIL 16 & 17 Art in the Park at Valor Park–10am-4pm. Over 60 regional artists, 20 locals. Paintings, woodworking, photography, jewelry, fabric, glass, metal, pottery and stone. 1120 Farrow Parkway, Market Common, MB. Free admission. Child & pet friendly. Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild, JoAnne Utterback, 843-446-3830, ArtsyParksy.com.

APRIL 20 & 21 “Spa” for the Soul w/Cindy Barkei, Trina McCormick, & Theresa Linehan. Take time to heal body, mind, & soul. Participants can receive a foot massage, healing touch, aromatherapy, & instruction in nutritional wellness while energizing their creative spirits through non-directed expressions in art. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality & the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $200 fee includes lodging & meals. 843-382-9777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

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texture, tone, and firming. By individual appt in Murrells Inlet and MB. 843-424-9586.

Unity Myrtle Beach Sunday Morning Circle w/Susan Boles, LUT & Lesta Sue Hardee–9:3010:30am. Book Study: The Infinite Way by Joel Goldsmith. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Unity Myrtle Beach Celebration Service w/ Rev. Margaret Hiller & Guests–11am. Prayer, meditation, song, messages & family. Music by the Unity Band. Youth programs. Bookstore open 10am-1pm. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

monday Intro to Yoga Basics w/Karyl Tych−5:30-6:30pm.

New to yoga or returning? Come to this class to learn the core poses of classical yoga. Includes a variety of standing, seated, forward bends and twists. Class size 6-8. Drop In $12. Live Oak Yoga Studio 9904A, N Kings Hwy,•Myrtle Beach. 843340-9642, LiveOakYogaStudio.com. doTERRA Oil Class at Modern Cleansing−6pm.

Introduction to doTERRA Essential Oils, and how they can be a part of first aid, natural cleaning, pet health, aromatherapy, and medicine cabinet support for colds and flu. Free but call to RSVP. Modern Cleansing Wellness, 6371 Dick Pond Rd, MB. 843-828-4665, ModernCleansing.com.

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Animal Care: For the Love of Your Pet w/Lisa Aprea−10-11am. (3/2-3/30) A five week course on how to take the very best care of your pet.

Designed for the non professional and includes weekly presentation on the following topics: training & behavior, first aid & medical care, grooming, ongoing care. Ask questions pertaining to your own pet and share your stories as they relate to the topic.

Info: 843-340-8995, Carolinadog21@gmail.com.

Bookstore for the Miracle Minded–11am-4pm.

Books on healing, spirituality, personal growth, wellness; metaphysics as well as unique gift items.

Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr., Surfside, 843-238-8616, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Natural Health Workshop w/Essential Infusions–Noon-1pm. Health topics change each week and include weight management, stress and anxiety, depression, managing blood sugar and more. Learn easy steps you can take, with support. RSVP, space is limited. Essential Infusions, 10195 Beach Drive, Calabash. Info: Stephanie, 843-467-1717, Essentialinfuslions.com.

Brown Bag Lunch & Book Group w/Rev. Margaret Hiller & Friends–12:30-1:45 pm. New book Taking the Leap by Pema Chodron. Love Offering.

Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr., Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Gentle Yoga at Unity w/ April Amoreena−23pm. Gentle class with Certified & Insured Yoga Instructor open to all levels, beginners welcome. $10 per class. Unity of Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Weight Loss Challenge w/Inlet Nutrition. Drop in & drop pounds at Inlet Nutrition. One time $20 fee.

Payout to the top 3 winners, based on % of weight lost. Inlet Nutrition, 3556B Old Kings Hwy, Murrells Inlet Info and RSVP, Linda Sacchetti Inlet: 843-424-9586, GrandstrandBiggestLoser.com.

Ovis Hill Farmers Market-MB w/Charlie Caldwell–3-7pm. Clean and healthy products from a network of local SC farmers: Pasture raised and grass fed milk and dairy products, local caught fish, organic veggies, honey, grains, soaps, jams, jellies, maple syrup and more. 714 8th Ave N, MB, 843-992-9447, OvisHillFarm.com.

Quilters Unite! w/Sarah Raphael−10am-Noon.

Simple & easy, no special skills required. Materials provided to make quilts for homeless, hospice, others in need. Info: Sarah, 828-514-8034. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Unity Myrtle Beach Contemplative Service w/ Rev. Margaret Hiller–5:30-6:30pm. (Starts Mar 9) A blend of silent and guided meditation, inspirational readings. Love offering. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Free Thinkers AA−5-6pm. Endeavors to maintain a tradition of free expression where all are welcome – believers, agnostics, atheists and all, open to all expressing belief, doubts and disbeliefs. At Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, Info: Lewis 843-877-3252.

Vinyasa Flow w/Anastasia Baratta−5:45pm6:45pm. A moderately paced class appropriate for ongoing/experienced through advanced students. A mixed style incorporating vinyasa yoga as well as attention to alignment and technique. Modifications are given according to student needs.. $15 walk-in, 5 class pass $60, 10 class pass $100, 4 wk unlimited $80, and 2 wk new student class pass $30. Yoga DiVita, Parkway Plaza, 2126 Hwy 9E, G-2, Longs.

843-283-2827, YogaDivita.com.

wednesday Free Metabolism Test w/Linda Sacchetti. Find out your body fat %, pounds of body fat, lean body weight & what your targets should be, by individual appt in MI. Info: Linda, 843-424-9586.

Revitalize Your Beauty Free Spa Beauty Facial w/Linda Sacchetti. Defy aging for younger looking skin with antioxidants, aloe vera, and glucosamine.

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Unity’s ‘Divine Audacity’ Class w/Rev. Margaret Hiller−7-8:30pm. Based on book, Divine Audacity – Dare to be the Light of the World. Begins 3/9, every Wed in March, April and May, except for 1st Wed of month. Love Offering Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

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Myrtle Beach Karma Kagyu Tibetan Buddhist Study and Meditation Group w/Andrew Appel– 7:30pm. Intro to Buddhism, book study and basic meditation instruction. Mantra meditation and traditional Tibetan Buddhist chanting practices Chenrezig/Amitabha. Free or donations welcome but not required. Forestbrook area, MB. Info & directions: Andrew, 843 655-8056, simplygoldenevents.wix.com/mbkksg#.

thursday Adult Survivors Support Group w/Rape Crisis Center–5:30-7:30pm. Free, open to all.

Meet at 1551 21st Ave N, Myrtle Beach. Info: 843-448-3180.

A Course in Miracles w/Marc Breines–6:308pm. Brienes helped with the first printing of The Course in Miracles and established the first groups worldwide for CIM. Love Offering. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr. Info: 704-309-2415.

Power Vinyasa Yoga at Unity w/April Amoreena−7:30-8:30pm. Gentle class with Certified & Insured Yoga Instructor open to all levels, beginners welcome. $10 per class. Unity of Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

friday Sadhana w/Dawn DiVita−8:30-9:15am. Free 45 minute class to explore the spiritual practice of yoga. Sadhana is the daily spiritual practice. For a deeper connection to yourself and the divine, class will explore various asanas to cultivate a daily practice on and off the mat. Bring a notebook and pen as journaling will be encouraged. No experience is necessary and all are welcome. Yoga DiVita, Parkway Plaza, 2126 Hwy 9E, G-2, Longs. 843283-2827, YogaDivita.com.

saturday doTERRA Oil Class at Modern Cleansing−2pm.

Make and take Doterra Essential Oil products for health, personal care, pet care and home. $20 for 5 products. Preregister, limited to small classes.

Modern Cleansing Wellness, 6371 Dick Pond Rd, MB. 843-828-4665, ModernCleansing.com.

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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide, email GSPublisher@naturalawakeningsmag.com to request a media kit, or visit our website at GrandStrandHealthyLiving.com.

AROMATHERAPY AND HOLISTIC HEALTH COACHING ESSENTIAL INFUSIONS 843-467-1717 10195-3 Beach Dr Calabash, NC Essentialinfusions.com

Essential Infusions provides awareness, guidance and a roadmap to wellness success with natural solutions. Through holistic health coaching and aromatherapy, Essential Infusions provides one-on-one support to clients that want to lose weight, reduce stress, improve energy and improve sleep with all-natural solutions. Take control of your health and happiness. Through multiple holistic health programs, clients can discover that success is achievable. They encourage you to talk about what is most troubling to you about your conditions, what you most want to change, what support you have to foster change, and what obstacles or difficulties must be removed or minimized to advance healthy behaviors. They focus on the special issues and concerns unique to their individual clients. See the online store for natural aromatic products that cleanse, balance and restore with pure plant extracts and essential oils.

Essential Infusions products are guaranteed to leave you feeling drenched in the beauty of nature with natural options for everyday needs. Book your free health evaluation today.

BODYTALK SPA INDIGO

1601 Oak St, Ste 207, MB Tom Palya, PT, CSCS, CBP 724-366-9813 BodyTalkMyrtleBeach.com

BodyTalk is based on the premise that the body can heal itself as long as the internal lines of communication within us are intact. Stress can cause these internal lines of communication circuits to become disrupted and compromised. Over time, this will lead to a decline in physical, emotional and mental well-being as well as DIS-EASE (disease) within the body. A BodyTalk practitioner will use a subtle form of neuromuscular biofeedback to quickly locate, balance and repair these areas of stress to allow for the fastest possible healing to occur. BodyTalk is a comprehensive healthcare system based on energy medicine that looks to re-synchronize the body’s energy systems to restore optimal health, harmony and vitality. BodyTalk will stimulate the body’s innate ability to heal itself on all levels of the body, mind and spirit.

DENTISTRY PALMER DISTINCTIVE DENTISTRY Drs. Joe Palmer and Daniel Knause 134 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC 864-501-5975 PalmerDMD.com

Biological Dentistry using the highest standards of biocompatible dentistry as defined by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT). One-visit crowns, laserassisted periodontal therapy and ozone therapy; fluoride-free office. See ad, page 2.

ENERGY HEALING & AURA READING REV. RENÉE LEWIS, B. MSC, CCMT, CRMT, RT(R)(M)(MR) Bio-Energy Field Therapist Aura Photography Chios Master Teacher Reiki Master Teacher Crystal Therapy Ordained Minister 843-241-0609 InnerLight-OuterLove.com

Renée Lewis brings new modalities to the Grand Strand area with the introduction of Chios Energy Field Healing and Aura Photography Readings.

Renée is also a Reiki Master and member of the International Center for Reiki Training. She specializes in crystals with her energy work and utilizes her medical background in her teaching by incorporating physics and biology for easier comprehension. She teaches certification classes for Reiki and Chios and is available for workshops and private sessions or readings. Meets at Spa Indigo, in Myrtle Beach at 1601 Oak St, Ste #207 and soon at the Loris Holistic Health and Education Center.

ENERGY HEALING FOR PETS CANINE REIKI

addition, Reiki can be used to boost the efficacy of medications. Georgene Fontana has been practicing Reiki since 2010 and worked in a hospital for 26 years. Combining Eastern and Western medicine is a gift your fur babies deserve. This service is provided by appointment in the convenience of your home or boarding facility.

INTEGRATIVE HOLISTIC HEALTH COACH THE BE WELL COACH Leslie O’Neill, CHC 843-360-1140 Myrtle Beach TheBeWellCoach.com

When it comes to losing weight or improving your health, have you ever thought to yourself, “I know what do to, why can’t I just do it?” If this is a thought you’ve had, you are not alone! Leslie O’Neill has created programs and services that meet the needs of real people that want to make better choices. Transforming your lifestyle is so much easier when you have a support system in place that meets your individual needs. Leslie’s companies, The Be Well Coach Inc. and Be Well Meal Service, offer customized programs that address weight management, digestive complaints, sugar cravings, food sensitivity and overall wellbeing. Her mission is to help people achieve a healthy and sustainable lifestyle by educating them through holistic coaching programs and/or providing them with chef-created meals. A fullservice wellness company, Leslie offers individual and group wellness coaching, in-home cooking and meal-prepping service, raw juice cleanses and corporate wellness. She has experience in hosting and facilitating wellness workshops, speaking engagements and onsite meal preparation for wellness retreats. Leslie’s core belief is that our health starts on our plate. It is her mission to educate, mentor and inspire others to change the course of their health one meal at a time. Leslie is a certified health coach; a graduate of the Institute of Integrative Nutrition; and a member of the Association of Drugless Practitioners and a member of the Slow Food Movement. To find out how you can work with Leslie or learn more about her meal service, call for your free consultation.

Georgene Fontana 978-387-5345 Facebook.com/CanineReiki

Reiki leverages the body’s natural abilities to heal when used to supplement veterinary care or to provide comfort. Reiki can speed up healing; boost the immune system; help with traumatic events, such as accidents, as well as other events, such as a change of household; and help with end-of-life issues. In

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classifieds Fee for classifieds is $20 plus $1 per word over 45 words. To place listing, email content to GSPublisher@ naturalawakeningsmag.com. Deadline is the 10th of the month.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY PROVEN PRODUCTS! PROVEN PLAN! ALL WE NEED IS YOU. Are you working your dream job? No? Do you have enough $$ to pay your bills? No? Do you have enough time to spend with your family? No? Then you should take a look at this business opportunity!

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EMPLOYMENT ADVERTISING SALES PERSON NEEDED. Are you into the healthy-living sustainable culture? If you love NA and enjoy meeting people, this could be for you. MUST BE A TENACIOUS SELF-STARTER THAT WON’T TAKE NO FOR AN ANSWER. Commission for ad sales, work your own hours, mostly from home and outcalls.1099.

Calabash to Georgetown. Email: GSpublisher@ naturalawakeningsmag.com

FOR SALE DOG CRATES. Small, medium and large used dog crates. Both wire and plastic crates available.

Call 843-340-8995.

CSA VEGGIE SHARES IN SPRING. Sretch your grocery dollars further and support local farms and markets by purchasing veggie and meat CSA shares. Meat (grass-fed beef, chicken and lamb ) shares are available now; veggie shares will renew in the spring. By paying in advance, customers support the operation of the farms and receive a significant discount. Info: Charlie Caldwell, Charlie@OvisHillFarm.com. 843-992-9447.

VOLUNTEERS FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED in Horry County.

South Carolina MENTOR is seeking families/individuals willing to foster a child in need of a home.

Must be 21, have a spare bedroom, driver’s license, dependable vehicle, high school diploma/GED. Up to $930 monthly stipend. For info, contact Barbara, 843-651-6640, ext.13, SC-mentor.com.

Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly, you are doing the impossible. ~Francis of Assisi

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NATURAL CHILDBIRTH BEACH BABY’S DOULA SERVICES INC

Pat Burrell, RN, CD, (DONA), WCBE, CLC, CHT 843-213-1393 BeachBabys.org

Beach Baby’s provides services to assist families throughout pregnancy, as well as assistance with caring for baby after birth. It provides doula services and baby nurses in Horry, Georgetown and Marion counties. Its services also include rebirthing, wholistic childbirth education and massage. See ad, page 9.

NATURAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER INNER VISION HEALING ARTS

Dr. Jo Ann Jeffers Clinical Hypnotherapist Ondamed Practitioner Craniosacral Therapist Anti-Aging & Wellness Coaching A4M Member 843-957-1806 InnerVisionHealth.com

Dr. Jo Ann Jeffers is an optometrist who has been in practice in South Carolina for 22 years. She has recently sold her practice and is now free to share with you the skills she has been studying and developing. These skills include Natural eye care, Anti-aging, Hypnotherapy, Past-life regression, CranioSacral Therapy and Reiki. She's also an Ondamed practitioner and has a smoking-cessation clinic with Dr. Robin Labod. She sees clients in two locations: Labod Chiropractic Center, in Little River, and Cleansing Power at the Beach, in North Myrtle Beach. Visit InnerVisionHealth.com for more information. Call her at 843-957-1806 for an appointment.

NEUROFEEDBACK BRAINCORE NEUROFEEDBACK 800 25th Ave S, Unit A North Myrtle Beach 843-280-7533 671 Jamestown Dr, Ste 208-D Murrells Inlet 844-BRAIN-ON (272-4666) BrainCore.Dianne@gmail.com

BrainCore offers state-of-the-art brain training technology with drug-free, noninvasive treatment and emphasis on quality care with flexible payment options.

Neurofeedback (closely related to biofeedback) focuses on analyzing the pathway of neural signals in order to identify signs of irregular brain function. Once the specialists at BrainCore have pinpointed the exact dysfunction occurring within the brain with a specialized QEEG BrainMap, they can then begin development of a customized program aimed at

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correcting learning difficulties, anxiety disorders, ADD/ADHD, memory loss and more. Scholarships are available. Dianne Kosto is a board certified BrainCore Trainer, or BCN-T, available to do informational talks/group discussions regarding several topics of interest. Call today to schedule a free consultation.

PSYCHOTHERAPY KENNETH LUX, PHD

Alternative Health Clinic 4810 N Kings Hwy, MB 843-712-2330

Dr. Lux works with individuals and couples. His approach focuses on trauma resolution.

And by trauma he does not mean only major blows and abuses, but also lesser personal shocks, such as humiliations and embarrassments, especially if these have occurred in one’s earlier years. From a spiritual perspective, he also tries to bring the idea of karma into the picture, and calls this karma sensitive psychotherapy. He uses a natural conversational approach that is not based on what is referred to as the medical model with its categories of diseases or illnesses, and has little or no need for psych drugs. Call for a free phone consultation.

WELLNESS COACH LINDA SACCHETTI

Personal Wellness Coach Murrells Inlet 843-424-9586 SCInletTrade.com

As a personal wellness coach, Linda Sacchetti has served the Grand Strand for 11 years. Her mission is teaching nutrition to promote health and well-being.

She provides many services, including weight-loss challenge facilitating, wellness evaluations, free "outer nutrition" evaluations, free metabolism tests, healthy breakfast in-services for businesses, and free personal 1-1 coaching for weight loss or weight gain. Join the team! Training provided. See also "weight loss" at GrandStrandBiggestLoser.com and "business opportunity" at SCInletTrade.com.

See ad, page 19.

YOGA INLET YOGA STUDIO 637D Bellamy Ave Murrells Inlet 843-655-6272 InletYogaStudio.com

Inlet Yoga is dedicated to serving yoga students at every level of their personal practice, offering classes seven days a week from beginner to advanced. Classes include Ashtanga, Hot Vinyasa, Slow Flow, Yin Yasa, Gentle, Chair, Restorative and Prenatal. Our $5 Community Class on Saturdays, from 11 am to noon, benefits the Coastal Animal Rescue and is followed by a free meditation class from 12-12:30 pm. Call for more information.

LIVE OAK YOGA STUDIO

Karyl Tych, Certified Iyengar Teacher 9904A N Kings Hwy, MB 843-340-YOGA (9642) LiveOakYogaStudio.com

Come to Live Oak Yoga Studio to study Iyengar yoga, known for its emphasis on clear methodical instruction, correct alignment, and the use of props. You’ll receive individual attention in each class. The studio is fully equipped including a rope wall. Karyl Tych, a certified Iyengar yoga teacher, has studied with B.K.S. Iyengar in India.

SHANTI YOGA

7901 Ocean Blvd Myrtle Beach 14361 Ocean Hwy, Litchfield Exchange Litchfield/Pawleys Island 843-467-5444 ShantiMyrtleBeach.com

Shanti Yoga offers Ashtanga (led and mysore), Vinyasa and Hot yoga classes. Each class explores breath, movement and perception. Emphasis on both theory and practice provides students with the necessary foundation to expand in a personal and profound way. See ad, page 23.

YOGA DIVITA

Parkway Plaza 2126 Hwy 9E, Unit G2 Longs 843-283-2827 YogaDiVita.com

Yo g a D i Vi t a i s a w a r m , welcoming environment for all to come together. A place to be with ease, breathe with clarity, and move with grace.

The multidisciplinary studio is the home of certified teachers in many forms of yoga: Hatha, Anusara, Warm Vinyasa, Restorative, Yin and more. Classes held 7 days per week, mornings and evenings, ages 13 and wiser.

YOGA IN COMMON

3062 Deville St The Market Common, MB 843-839-9636, 843-385-6176 YogaInCommon.com

YOGA in COMMON offers classes during a wide variety of hours, seven days per week.

They welcome all students— new or those returning to yoga. Their schedule is also great for those that want to practice daily. Visit their website or follow them on Facebook to keep up with their wellness gatherings and special events.

inspiration

COLOR ME CALM Grownups De-Stress with Adult Coloring Books

by Avery Mack

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oloring books are no longer solely the domain of children.

Immersion in this fun, creative pastime by adults even for just 30 minutes can constitute a focused meditation that relieves stress. Doctor of Psychology Nikki Martinez, in Chicago, says that famed psychotherapist Carl Jung believed coloring helps patients release anxiety.

“It uses both sides of the brain and improves organizational and fine motor skills,” says Martinez. “After I underwent a major surgery, I was on bed rest for eight weeks, and adult coloring books were a lifesaver. They passed the time, were pretty and kept me in a constant state of calm. I devoured them.”

Publishers Weekly reported combined 2015 sales of 1.75 million copies for the 10 bestselling adult coloring books through November. This trend was years in the making, originating when parents colored with their kids and sometimes on their own. Adults around the world now join coloring book clubs, hold related parties and take coloring breaks at work. Last fall, Barnes & Noble hosted the one-day AllAmerican Art Unwind, where customers colored and uploaded their results to Instagram and Twitter. Hallmark sent a crew of artists and calligraphers to select locations to help customers color their greeting cards.

“We scheduled a coloring session for a 55-plus community workshop,” relates Ninah Kessler, a licensed clinical

social worker with the Sparks of Genius Brain Optimization Center, in Boca Raton, Florida. “People had so much fun they wouldn’t leave. It’s creative, portable and inexpensive. You never face blank paper because the lines are there; you just pick the colors. There’s no stress about possibly making mistakes.”

“Animals, jungle or floral themes, and Zen-inspired mandalas are popular.

Customers like realistic, intricate drawings,” explains Idalia Farrajota, a Dallas executive with Michaels craft stores, which offers free, in-store coloring sessions and provides supplies. (Download a free sample book at Tinyurl.com/ BotanicalColoringPages.) Johanna Basford, a renowned illustrator from Aberdeenshire, Scotland, is a hit with colorists, catering to their penchant for nature with Secret Garden, Enchanted Forest and her latest, Lost Ocean.

“My daughter wanted to color her life, not do generic drawings,” says Dieter Marlovics, prompting him to establish ReallyColor.com, in Chicago. “Really-Color converts photos into coloring book pages to make individually tailored pages.”

Try these eco-tips: Sprout pencils, made with sustainable wood and fruitand-vegetable-based dyed clay instead of lead, are topped by non-GMO seeds that can be planted when the pencil becomes short. Inktense’s water-soluble brightly colored pencils mimic pen and ink; add water for translucency. Select recycled paper books, soy crayons, watercolor paints and non-toxic markers.

March is Color Therapy Month

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