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Denise Ann Atkinson Owner of Soul Centered Mediumship Private and group readings. CT and New York.

Reiki Master/Teacher • www.deniseatkinsonmedium.com Facebook.com/Deniseaapsychicmedium • 860-930-9515

Stop the Pain Specialist Jacqueline M Kane R.T., LMT, BP, EFT Bowen Therapist, Evolutionary Meditation Facilitator Chronic Physical and Emotional Pain, Fibromyalgia, Autoimmune Conditions • Jacqueline@jacquelinemkane.com Jacquelinemkane.com • 860-307-0232

Our Village is Growing!

There is currently a wide variety of services available at The Bridge Healing Arts Center.

Some of our practitioners/services are featured above, however please visit our website or call for a more complete list.

If you are a practitioner who is interested to move your practice to the Bridge, please be in touch today! We have limited space available for you to join our growing village!

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he heart is an entity of utmost importance. From a physical standpoint, it is the engine core that keeps us alive. WithGREATER HARTFORD out a healthy, functioning cardiovascular system, rooted by the COUNTY EDITION heart, there can be no life. Then there is the emotional heart PUBLISHER Nicole Miale to consider, the core of our non-physical being. To be broken EDITORS Michelle Bense hearted in the emotional sense is to be undone, unable to func Ariana Rawls Fine tion or process what may be happening in a given situation.

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Alexa Ferrucci at many of our key physical organs and strategies for keeping them at peak health, we’ve Nicole Miale WEBSITE Erica Mills devoted a number of this month’s articles to exploration of cardiovascular health. Dr. Craig Fasullo wrote a great review for us on page 24, “Take Care of Your Heart,” looking at CONTACT US common cardiovascular conditions and ways of dealing with them. One of the key mes137 Danbury Rd, #323, sages: “…intake of sugar is far more damaging than fat in the diet,” cannot be stated often New Milford, CT 06776 enough. It turns out that for too long we’ve been making a villain of the wrong substances.

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italized Performance Group opened in Glastonbury in January, offering innovative GAINSWave, colon hydrotherapy and a variety of other holistic treatments. Gigi Adduci, a Colon Hydrotherapist and Integrative Health Coach, has assembled a team of specialized providers to help clients achieve and maintain their wellness goals. The clinic offers GAINSWave treatments for male sexual performance, private colon hydrotherapy, acupuncture, weight loss and nutrition counseling, naturopathic counseling, Emotional Freedom Technique, reflexology and ancient and modern massage.

After struggling with ulcerative colitis, Adduci found the answer after creating her own wellness team. Her team included a naturopathic doctor, primary care doctor, gastroenterologist, acupuncturist, chiropractor and colon hydrotherapist. “This team of providers helped me overcome my illness and other health obstacles, with remarkable results,” she says. “I learned so much from each one of my providers. I realized that if I didn’t put this team together I would not be in the state of well-being that I am in today.”

Her experience inspired Adduci to build a clinic that would offer the same helpful services to others, in one “beautiful and peaceful place to heal”. The Vitalized Performance Group is made up of Adduci, Acupuncturist Dr. Jennifer Dubicki, Naturopathic Physician Dr. Michael Kane, Naturopathic Physician Dr. Jonathan Goodman and Massage Therapist Benjamin Romann.

“We are proud to be the first practice in Connecticut to offer the private open colonic, an FDA-approved colon hydrotherapy LIBBE device,” says Adduci. “Our mission is to treat the whole person— mind, body and spirit. Our clinic is about love, health and pure joy. We hope we can help many people in the coming years.”

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lena Schreiber, RYT is hosting “Write the Light”, a yoga, meditation and creative writing program on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 8:45pm, at Bhakti Center of CT in Willimantic. The program will be held February 6, 13, 20 and 27.

During the class, a gentle, 45-minute, mindfulness-based yoga practice will prepare you for 30 minutes of meditation and channeled Elena Schreiber writing. Bring your favorite journal and a pen, as well as anything you need to feel comfortable in seated meditation (mala, essential oils, crystals or other). Dress in warm, cozy layers and prepare to be inspired.

No experience is necessary; the program is ideal for all levels.

Beginners and drop-ins are welcome. The program cost is $12.

For more information, call or text 860-786-8108. Location: Bhakti Center of CT, 750 Rear Main St, Willimantic.

Organic Meals Prepared for You

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r. Nicole Klughers has teamed up with Dr. Myriah Hinchey and Roberto’s Fresh to offer health-minded community members wholesome, organic, gluten- and allergy-friendly prepared meals. They are aiming to make healthy food delicious, convenient and accessible.

The menu varies each week and all meals are doctor-formulated with no Nicole Klughers preservatives. They are gluten-free and contain no dairy, nuts, eggs, corn, soy, trans fats or artificial ingredients. Some of the foods do contain coconut oil or coconut milk. The meals are non-GMO, have a low sugar and glycemic load, and are in non-toxic packaging. The meats come from animals and fish that are free range, wild-caught and/or grass-fed.

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For more information, call 234-222-8362 or email Info@DrNicoleKlughers.com. Pickup location: Dr. Nicole Klughers, Vis Wellness Center, 1845 Silas Deane Hwy, Ste G, Nova Spa, Rocky Hill. See Community Resource Guide listing, page 45.

SuperbOWL Sunday Celebrations and Mountainfilm Returns

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n February 3 from 2:30 to 4pm, the Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Glastonbury’s annual SuperbOWL event provides a chance to meet live owls from the society’s aviary and Horizon Wings (HorizonWings.org) of Ashford. Learn about Connecticut owls’ natural history and how you can play a role in their conservation. Preregistration is required. The fee is $10 for adults, and $5 for children 12 and under. The event has sold out in years past, so reserve your seat as soon as possible at CTAudubon.org/?p=39176.

In addition, the center is bringing back the Mountainfilm on Tour. It is returning to Glastonbury with a new selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and inspiring documentary films curated from the 2018 Mountainfilm festival in Telluride, Colorado. Hosted by Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Glastonbury, the event will be presented at the Smith Middle School on February 22 from 7 to 9:30pm.

The show will explore themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission: to use the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world. Connecticut Audubon members pay $12, non-members pay $15, and children 10 and under are $8. To get tickets or to sponsor this event in support of Connecticut Audubon’s conservation work, visit CTAudubon.org/?p=49770.

The Connecticut Audubon Society conserves Connecticut’s environment through science-based education and advocacy focused on the state’s bird populations and habitats. Founded in 1898, the society operates nature facilities in Fairfield, Milford, Glastonbury, Pomfret, Hampton and Sherman, a center in Old Lyme and an EcoTravel office in Essex. It manages 20 wildlife sanctuaries encompassing almost 3,300 acres of open space in Connecticut, and educates over 200,000 children and adults annually.

For more information on the center, call 860-633-8402, email Glastonbury@ CTAudubon.org or CTAudubon.org/ Glastonbury-Home. Connecticut Audubon Society Center Location: Center at Glastonbury, 1361 Main St, Glastonbury.

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Find Your Deeper Truth at Back to Eden

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Empowerment Summit in East Hartford

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he 2nd Annual Divinely Fit Summit, a full-day event dedicated to empowering the spirit, mind and body, will be held on March 2 from 8:30am to 3pm at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Be a part of an ambitious tribe-style movement to help women and men discover their authentic self, uncover their personal best and unleash their inner warrior through innovative workouts, intense lectures and panel discussions.

Divinely Fit Summit is Karla Medina produced by Karla Medina, a Latina entrepreneur, master trainer and retired Hartford Police Sergeant who was born and raised in Hartford. The Summit is a culmination of her life’s work to motivate people individually, inspire them collectively and move them culturally toward creating better humankind.

“If we help people find their personal best, we will all benefit greatly,” says Medina, the owner of Sudor Taino Group Fitness. Onsite sponsors and vendors will also provide attendees with valuable resources to help guide their healthy lifestyle journey in 2019.

For more information and a sponsor/vendor list, visit SudorTaino. com/divinely-fit-summit. Location: Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field, 615 Silver Ln, East Hartford. See ad, page 13.

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ack to Eden, a spiritual learning center nestled in the quiet corner of Woodstock, Connecticut, offers weekly classes, as well as monthly workshops and online courses that will fit in with your daily life and schedule. If you are on a soul journey and searching for a deeper truth, look no further.

As lifelong learners and seekers, Heather Driscoll and Rebecca Ellert Heather Driscoll understand that it is hard work to remain aware of the thoughts we’re thinking and become a conscious creator of the life we truly want. “We are here to help you manifest your vision and bring it to life.

Throughout the courses taught at our retreats and workshops, you will learn how to do the inner work necessary in order to activate the deepest part of you—the manifestor within,” they explain. “Peace, love and strength—at our deepest core, Rebecca Ellert this is who we are. We will provide you with the tools necessary to expand your understanding and awareness of your true nature.”

Driscoll is a certified life empowerment coach and spiritual teacher who teaches on the subject of mindfulness and how to overcome fear and anxiety. Ellert is a spiritual teacher and ordained chaplain. Together, as mother and daughter, they are on a mission to empower those in need of holistic healing.

To contact Heather, call 860-634-2196 or email Heather.EnlightenmentInc@gmail.com. To contact Rebecca, call 860-729-8113 or email Rebecca.EnlightenmentInc@gmail.com. For more information, visit EnlightenmentMethod.com. Location: 75 Pole Bridge Rd, Woodstock.

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Awaken Inner Magic with Yoga and Tarot

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ocal teacher Alison DeNicola and New York-based author Sasha Graham will present a special workshop at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in Lenox, Massachusetts from February 22 to 24. This unique offering is a fun, insightful weekend intended to awaken intuitive potential and inner magic with an inspired blending of yoga and tarot, open to all levels of practice.

At the workshop, participants will explore the archetypes and symbols of the tarot using yoga, movement, intuitive practices and meditation. Through guided visualizations, journaling and partner practice, learn ways to access your “higher mind” while discovering the magical qualities that lie dormant within you. In this program that focuses on the images from the Rider Waite Tarot deck, you will learn about the relationship of the elements to the suits of tarot as well as how to read for yourself and others.

DeNicola is a Connecticut-based teacher of yoga and meditation, as well as author of five inspirational card decks. Graham is an international tarot presenter and author of seven acclaimed books on tarot and divination.

Sign up for the program at Kripalu.org, or through their websites: AlisonDeNicola.com or SashaGraham.com. See ad, page 25.

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Black Bears of Connecticut Program

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s the first part of the 2019 Bauer Series, the Meigs Point Nature Center at Hammonasset Beach State Park, in Madison, is hosting a one-hour “Black Bears In Connecticut” program at 10am, February 2, presented by Richard Taylor, a Master Wildlife Conservationist (MWC) trained by the Connecticut DEEP Wildlife team. His program will focus on the natural history of the black bear, plus habitat, diet, life cycle and important advice on living with bears.

Taylor is a retired Human Resources executive who formerly worked for General Dynamics and Computer Sciences Corporation. He has a passion for education and continuous learning and has served as a Chief Learning Officer, a member of the Federal Committee on Apprenticeship and Rhode Island Vocational Council and has degrees and certifications from SCSU, RPI and Cornell. He has had an interest in wildlife and fisheries his entire life and since his retirement, he completed Connecticut’s Master Wildlife Conservationist program and is now active volunteering and presenting programs on wildlife to libraries and nonprofit organizations.

The program is sponsored by Friends of Hammonasset—a nonprofit organization that operates out of Madison to provide public environmental awareness programs, to serve as an advocate of Hammonasset Beach State Park and to foster preservation of the integrity of the park’s natural resources.

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17th Annual World Sound Healing Day

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n February 14, thousands of meditators, peace activists and sound healers from around the world will celebrate World Sound Healing Day. They will project the heart sound “ah”, filled with the intention of peace and love, at noon their local time. Science has validated the power of

intentionalized sacred sound to create positive shift and change.

There are numerous sound groups worldwide that tone together for global harmonization. Help initiate resonance of oneness and compassion on the Earth with your conscious sound and raise planetary vibration; join one

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For more information on World Sound Healing Day, please visit: WorldSoundHealingDay.org. For a local celebration, visit Facebook.com/WorldSoundHealingDay.

Expanding Across Connecticut!

The Holistic Chamber of Commerce, an international organization focused on supporting holistic, complementary, alternative and sustainable professionals, practitioners and businesses, has announced a major expansion in Connecticut.

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Ed Hare, Fast Eddie Drums Purchase a pre-made drum at Sharing The Light in Avon or sign up to build your own drum. Classes held monthly & by private appointment. sharingthelightwc.com 860-936-0012

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OrganiConn Draws Farming and Food Enthusiasts

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he Northeast Organic Farming Association of Connecticut’s (CT NOFA) 37th annual OrganiConn will be held on February 23 at Housatonic Community College, in Bridgeport, from 8am to 5pm. Aiming to bring together farmers, gardeners, food lovers and fans of organic culture, the full-day event will include more than 35 workshops for attendees to choose from.

CR Lawn, founder of Fedco Seeds in Maine, will be the keynote speaker with his address, Restoring Our Seed Commons: The Need for Clarity about Intellectual Property Rights. Lawn will follow his lecture with a seed-saving workshop, entitled We’ve Got the Whole Seed in Our Hands: Embracing the Seed Arts to Move Beyond Being Only a Consumer of Seed.

For the first time this year, The Bill Duesing Organic Living on the Earth Award is being given in memory of CT NOFA’s founder. This will be presented to an organic farmer or farm, land care professional, advocate, organization, educator or mentor that demonstrates the advancement of organic living on Earth with a project, innovation, action or lifestyle that supports the continuation of the life work of Bill Duesing.

New to the conference this year will be a Farm and Food Job Fair held from 4 to 5pm. This event strives to help farmers, landscapers and food-related businesses find capable and talented employees for the year. Entry to the job fair is free for both employers and job seekers with their OrganiConn admission.

Workshops and panels sure to draw attendees’ interest include: Shuresh Ghimire with Matt DeBacco’s Sustainable Vegetable Production for Small Farms; Bryan O’Hara’s intensive on no-till farming; Catherine Lindsay and Spring Valley Student Farm’s Student Farmers on Climate Change Mitigation Through Soil; and Cricket Hill Nursery’s owner, Dan Furman, will talk on All About Pawpaws: History, Propagation and Cultivation. Other workshops focus on diagnosing problems on farms, plant disease prevention, specialty mushrooms, landscaping with native plants and more.

The exhibitor/vendor fair will be open all day for guests to shop and learn more about grant programs and a host of other resources for farmers and gardeners. A catered farm-to-table lunch will be served with purchase of $15 lunch ticket.

CT NOFA’s mission is to ensure the growth and viability of organic agriculture, organic food and organic land care in Connecticut. They envision a healthy, organic Connecticut founded on ecologically, socially and economically just principles. In addition to their food-based initiatives, CT NOFA also runs the NOFA Organic Land Care program to train the next generation of organic landscapers, land managers and conservationists.

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Bitter melon (Momordica charantia), a spiky, cucumber-shaped fruit, has traditionally been used in Asian countries to lower blood sugar. Now, researchers at Universiti Sains Malaysia report that it can significantly improve symptoms and reduce the pain of knee osteoarthritis. Half of 75 patients were given a placebo and the other half 1,500 milligrams three times a day of a bitter melon supplement. After three months, the bitter melon group had significantly fewer symptoms and less knee pain and analgesic use, as well as lowered body weight, body mass index and fasting blood glucose levels.

Harmful Bacteria Linked to Certain Showerheads Harmful bacteria from the genus Mycobacterium have been shown to linger in showerheads and lead to lung infections through inhalation of steam. University of Colorado researchers analyzed 656 biofilms coating the inside of showerheads sent to them by volunteers throughout the U.S. and Europe, and found twice as much mycobacterium in showerheads from households receiving municipal water than in those receiving well water. Chlorine disinfec-

tion methods were suspected by the researchers. Plastic showerheads had levels that were, on average, two times lower than showerheads made of metal or metal and plastic components. “Hot spots” with high levels of mycobacteria—such as Hawaii, southern California, Florida, the upper Midwest and the midAtlantic states—generally overlapped regions where mycobacterium-related lung diseases are most prevalent.

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Insects around the world are in a crisis, and a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that the problem is even more widespread than scientists first believed. In a pristine rain forest in Puerto Rico, the number of invertebrates—including moths, butterflies, spiders and grasshoppers—dropped 60-fold between 1977 and 2013, probably due to a four-degree rise in average temperature. The lizards, birds and frogs that fed on them also seriously declined. In 2014, an international team of biologists estimated that globally in the past 35 years, the numbers of invertebrates such as beetles and bees had decreased by 45 percent.

Another recent study showed a 76 percent decrease in flying insects in the past few decades in German nature preserves. The food web may be being obliterated from the bottom: Insects pollinate three-quarters of our food crops, feed the birds and fish that are also consumed by larger species and are vital to the decomposition that keeps soil healthy and ecosystems running. “Nature’s resilient, but we’re pushing her to such extremes that eventually it will cause a collapse of the system,” Brad Lister, a co-author of the Puerto Rican study, told the New York Times.

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Wild Horses Ride Out the Storm North Carolina’s freeroaming wild horse herds on the Outer Banks have “ridden out” their share of storms. When Hurricane Florence struck the area in 2018, the Corolla Wild Horse Fund of Currituck County, where the herd lives, announced on Facebook, “The horses have lived on this barrier island for 500 years, and they are well-equipped to deal with rough weather.

They know where to go to stay high and dry, and are probably in better shape right now than most of us humans, who are scrambling with final preparations.” Historians believe the herds, which number about 100 horses, descend from those brought to the New World by European explorers.

Instincts dating back five centuries compel the feral mustangs to either

huddle on high ground, butts to the wind, or seek refuge in the maritime forest during storms, say experts. But news has come of a Shackleford Banks horse named Merlin that was fenced in an inundated quarantine site during the storm, ac-

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Merlin somehow survived, and it “may have involved swimming,” says Margaret Poindexter, president of the foundation that co-manages the herd on National Park Service land.

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For much of the country, winter means spending more time indoors—and exposed to potential toxins.

Indoor air quality is critically important to children, the elderly and people with respiratory problems that may be especially sensitive to pollutants, according to WebMD.com. Recognizing and avoiding some of the most common sources of toxins in the home can safeguard everyone’s health year-round and notably now, at the height of the season when humans tend to hibernate in their warm abodes. n The Environmental Working Group warns about volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can be found in many household products from new carpets and furniture to paints and air fresheners. These airborne toxins can irritate eyes and respiratory systems, and increase the risk of cancer and liver, kidney and central nervous system damage. Look for low- and zero-VOC products; buy solid wood, hardwood or exterior-grade plywood and antique furniture. Open the windows once in a while as a natural, refreshing way to ventilate. n How, when and how often we vacuum is also important. The Indoor Air Quality Association (iaqa.org) recommends a slow and steady motion “to keep dust from flying up into the air.” They also suggest pet owners should vacuum every two days. When choosing a vacuum cleaner, go with a model that includes a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter to pick up microscopic particles a regular vacuum cannot remove. n The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommends using and properly maintaining home ventilation systems, including exhaust fans, air conditioning and heating units; preventing mold by controlling moisture and humidity, including checking pipes and window sills for condensation; and keeping the home smoke-free, because burning cigarettes release at least 69 chemicals that can cause cancer. n Place a large floor mat just inside each outside door, suggests WebMD.com, as people track in many chemicals—especially from pesticides and other pollutants— via the dirt on their shoes, which also can be removed before entering.

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Create a Safer Haven

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Seeking Sanctuary How to Reduce Electromagnetic Radiation at Home

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by Emily Courtney

mericans are attached to their gadgets, and the tech industry is all too happy to deliver the latest innovations to consumers that clamor for convenience, connection and unlimited mobility. Meanwhile, telecom companies are busy installing fifth-generation (5G) infrastructure designed to take the nation’s communications revolution to a new level.

We love our smartphones and smart homes, and especially the relatively newfound freedom from wires and plugs that once tethered us to our electronics. But concerns about the price to be paid in increased health risks from electromagnetic fields (EMFs) generated by those devices has surged with the proliferation of silent, invisible waves of radiation that permeate every facet of modern life.

“The main health concerns include the breaking of DNA [bonds], leaks in the blood-brain barrier and loss of calcium from cellular membranes,” says Ann Louise Gittleman, of Post Falls, Idaho, author of Zapped: Why Your Cell Phone Shouldn’t Be Your Alarm Clock and 1,268 Ways to Outsmart the Hazards of Electronic Pollution.

EMFs have cumulative and sometimes imperceptible biological effects, Gittleman notes—especially on the brain, heart, skin, lungs and central nervous system.

The World Health Organization has classified radiofrequency radiation (RF), a high-frequency EMF associated with many types of wireless technologies, as a Group 2B carcinogen. Radio, television, GPS and cell towers all emit RF, which has become the eye of a gathering storm regarding 5G as companies prepare to install millions of transmitters on lampposts and utility poles, along with standalone antennas nationwide, sending unprecedented levels of EMF into communities and neighborhoods.

“5G is especially hazardous, since the transmitters are placed closer to the populations served,” says Samuel Milham, M.D., MPH, an Olympia, Washington, epidemiologist and author of Dirty Electricity: Electrification and the Diseases of Civilization.

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EMFs decrease with distance, so the farther away, the better. Switch to a battery-operated alarm clock, ditch the electric blanket, move the bed away from power outlets and keep wireless baby monitors six feet from beds.

Unplug Each Night

Disable Wi-Fi routers and remove all digital appliances and gadgets to make the bedroom a healing haven, says Gittleman.

Identify Overlooked Sources

“Almost all the homes I walk into have printers with wireless turned on, transmitting frequencies in the thousands of microwatts per square meter,” says EMF expert Risa Suzuki, a certified building biology environmental consultant in Seattle.

“Wireless boosters also constantly transmit radio frequency.”

Other overlooked household EMF sources include smart meters and household appliances both large and small, including hair dryers, electric shavers and cordless phones.

Change Wireless Habits

Cell phones are prolific EMF producers, so if disconnecting isn’t an option, use a speakerphone or an air tube headset, similar to a doctor’s stethoscope, whenever possible, Gittleman advises in Zapped. Never carry the phone against the body when it’s turned on.

For computers and tablets, switch to wired internet and turn on Wi-Fi only when necessary. Opt for a wired mouse, keyboard and other plugged-in accessories.

Shield With Caution

Although there are a variety of EMF-shielding products, experts warn against relying solely on them. “EMFs can bounce and deflect off surfaces, and materials have a certain threshold of what they can shield against,” says Suzuki. Do some research, ask questions and consult with an expert before making a purchase.

“It’s easy to get overwhelmed when learning about EMFs, and many people feel totally helpless,” says Suzuki. “But there are lots of solutions for reducing your exposure without ditching every electronic [device] in your house. If you’re willing to take action, then you can absolutely make a positive impact on your health.”

Emily Courtney is a freelance health and wellness writer and editor living in northern Colorado. Connect at EmilyCourtneyWrites@gmail.com.

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Drink this: Green tea is proven to

reduce anxiety and depression, protect against mental decline and even correct stroke damage. In a Swiss study using MRI, people drinking green tea immediately had heightened activity in the working-memory part of their brain.

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WebMD. Also, a five-year study of 950 seniors at Chicago’s Rush University found that eating leafy greens once or twice a day slowed mental deterioration.

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New Energy for the New Year

by Ronica A. O’Hara

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ith the merry-making furor of the holidays behind us, it’s that time of year when our bodies are crying out for some detox and rejuvenation. Aside from getting back to the basics—a healthy diet and daily exercise—we can take a page from traditional Chinese and Indian medical practices and holistic approaches and use natural, organ-by-organ procedures to renew our bodies and restore inherent vitality.

“Strengthening our organs is critical because the organs create the vital essences of life, and our emotional and mental health depends to a great extent on how healthy our organs are,” notes T. Caylor Wadlington, a doctor of Oriental medicine and acupuncture teacher in Denver. “In working to revitalize and re-energize the organs, we renew not just our physical body, but also our sense of well-being.”

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Boost the Brain

“Stress can lead to imbalance of the brain’s neurotransmitters, making it more difficult to focus, concentrate, relax and sleep—but it’s reversible, and the brain can absolutely heal from these effects under the right circumstances,” says integrative neurologist Ilene S. Ruhoy, M.D., Ph.D., of the Center for Healing Neurology, in Seattle.

Try this movement: Shake it. Alter-

nating slow movements, or even rest with one-to-two-minute bursts of intense, all-out, heart-pounding moves like Zumba dancing, jogging or lunges increases important proteins called the neurotrophic factor that help brain cells grow, work and live longer, reports a new study from Canada’s McMaster University.

Rejuvenate the Heart

Stress also increases hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which drive up blood pressure, blood sugar and inflammation, says holistic cardiologist Joel Kahn, M.D., of Detroit, author of The Whole Heart Solution: Halt Heart Disease Now with the Best Alternative and Traditional Medicine.

Assess it: If you find it hard concentrat-

ing, sleeping, getting things done, remembering where things are and not being grouchy, the brain could be on stress-related overload. See a doctor if teeth grinding, high blood pressure, shortness of breath, fainting or dizziness develop.

Assess it: Shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, anxiety, panic and swollen feet or ankles are signs the heart may be overloaded. Get medical help immediately if there is unusual deep exhaustion, unexplained weakness, nausea, dizziness, chest pain or pain that spreads to the arms.

Eat this: The top brain boosters are easy

Eat this: “The best foods for a stressed

to swallow—dark chocolate, berries, nuts and avocados, along with oily fish, reports

heart are those rich in magnesium. I like a giant green, leafy salad, often organic

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KICK-START ORGAN VITALITY

ommends boswellia, long used in Asian and African medicine. It targets cerebral inflammation, stimulates the growth of neurons, enhances cognition, lowers depression and alleviates learning and memory problems.

arugula, with blueberries, pumpkin seeds and walnuts,” says Kahn.

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Drink this: Hot, golden turmeric milk, made with organic soy or nut milks, a heaping tablespoon of turmeric (a potent anti-inflammatory also shown to reverse Alzheimer’s “brain tangles”), a pinch of black pepper and maybe an organic pumpkin spice mix.

Supplement with this: Hawthorn strengthens and tones heart muscles, suppresses deadly blood-clotting signals, fights inflammation and lowers heart attack risk, studies show. European doctors routinely prescribe it for managing mild heart failure, either alone or with drugs.

Try this movement: Hop on a bike: Cycling 20 miles a week slashes heart disease risk by half, reports the British Medical Journal. Also, do slow stretches every day: A Japanese study found a correlation between flexibility of the body and of the arteries.

Cleanse the Lungs Family holidays may not always be unconditionally loving, which can induce stress, anger and sadness— emotions linked in laboratory studies to

decreases in lung function. “You can actually give yourself a stress asthma attack,” says Maui naturopath Carolyn Dean, M.D., ND, author of The Complete Natural Medicine Guide to Women’s Health.

Assess it: Trouble breathing, shortness of breath and a cough that won’t go away are signs of stressed-out lungs. If there’s coughing up of blood or mucus, or discomfort or pain when breathing, see a doctor.

Eat this: A 10-year study of 650 Euro-

pean adults found that eating apples and tomatoes two or three times a day, along with other fruit, speeds the healing of smoke-damaged lungs and seems to slow down the lungs’ natural aging process.

Drink this: A juice combining cilantro, carrot, celery and ginger. According to the Lung Institute, cilantro helps remove heavy metals, carrots provide vitamin A to repair lung tissue, celery helps flush out carbon dioxide and ginger removes irritants from the lungs.

Supplement with this: Vitamin D. Low levels seem to be linked to a higher risk of respiratory infections and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, according to a review of clinical studies in Advances in Nutrition.

Try this movement: To loosen the

airways when tense, the American Lung Association recommends slowly breathing in through the nose for two counts with the mouth closed. Purse the lips as if to whistle, and then breathe out slowly and gently through the lips to a count of four.

Detox the Kidneys The kidneys are hardworking, fist-sized organs just below the back rib cage that filter waste and toxins out of 200 quarts of blood a day.

Assess it: Fatigue, feeling cold, shortness of breath, itchiness, swollen hands or feet, a puffy face, metallic-tasting food and ammonia-smelling breath are signs of growing kidney stress. See a doctor if experiencing kidney pain, weakness, lightheadedness, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, extreme thirst or decreased urination.

Eat this: Bone broth, wheat, millet, black sesame seeds, chestnuts, mulberries, raspberries, strawberries and walnuts are recommended by herbalist and acupuncturist Irina Logman of the Advanced Holistic Center, in New York City, to restore the kidneys.

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Supplement with this: Dandelion

tea helps to cleanse and strengthen the kidneys and a new study in Renal Failure reports that it also protects the kidneys from damage by certain toxins.

Try this qigong movement:

Rub the palms together to warm them, and then place them on the kidney areas.

Slowly massage in circular motions 12 times, and then reverse direction.

Shore up the Liver

“The liver is critical for detoxifying the body, but higher sugar and alcohol consumption over the holidays, as well as more stress, can increase toxin buildup that can damage the liver, which is why it’s important to take steps to help it recover,” says functional chiropractor Jennifer R. Welch, DC, of Iowa Functional Health, in Clive, Iowa.

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Assess it: Itchy skin, easy bruising, musky-smelling breath, itchy red palms and mental sluggishness are early problem signs. Advanced symptoms that require medical care are yellowish skin, abdominal pain, swollen legs and ankles, ongoing fatigue, dark urine and pale stool.

Eat these: A Chinese study linked liver disease with low potassium levels, so consume sweet potatoes, tomato sauce, beet greens, beans, blackstrap molasses and bananas.

Drink this: Sip probiotic drinks like

kombucha, kefir and yogurt-based smoothies. The probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus significantly lowered liver damage linked to excess acetaminophen in a recent Emory University laboratory study.

Supplement with this: Milk thistle

has been shown in Italian animal studies to decrease and even reverse damage to the liver caused by medications, alcohol, antibiotics, pollution and heavy metals.

Try this yoga movement: With feet shoulder-width apart, make circles with the hips, pushing the torso farther and farther outward with each circle.

Reverse direction.

Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based freelance health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

Full-Body Boosters

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few daily to-dos that benefit the whole body:

Walking. A mere 20

minutes a day extends sleep up to an hour and lowers early mortality risk by 20 percent.

Adaptogens. Tak-

ing super-herbs such as astralagus, ashwagandha and rhodiola in tinctures, capsules or tea helps us adapt to stress.

Turmeric. An antioxidant and anti-

inflammatory powerhouse proven to ward off cancer, heart disease and dementia.

Nature. A dose of greenery a day keeps the blues away—and also guards against heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and early mortality from all causes, a review of 140 studies shows.

Sources: Harvard University School of Medicine, Dr. Andrew Weil (DrWeil. com), American Journal of Preventive Medicine, ScienceDaily.com.

An Ounce of Prevention

y taking a few forward-thinking steps, we can protect ourselves proactively from dangers to our vital organs:

Brain

Just say Om! Meditation enlarges parts of the brain concerned with memory, body awareness and emotional control, concluded a review of 21 neuroimaging studies from 300 meditators. InsightTimer.com, a meditation app, makes it easy to meditate for even five minutes a day.

Heart

Every night, write down two or three things to be grateful for. Heart patients at the Uni22 Hartford County Edition

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versity of California, San Diego, that did this for two months had reduced heart inflammation and improved cardiac biomarkers.

“Appreciating even the littlest things builds a heart-protective habit of gratitude,” says study author Paul J. Mills, Ph.D., a professor of family medicine and public health.

Lungs

Many popular cleaning products contain dangerous chemicals, including volatile organic compounds (VOC) that several studies link to breathing problems, asthma and allergies. Check out the Environmental Working Group’s toxicity information on 2,500 products at ewg.org/guides/cleaners.

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on or lime. “The citrate makes water, as metabolized, more alkaline, which helps to remove acid from the blood, bring pH into balance and prevents bone, heart and further kidney damage,” says Phoenix nephrologist Mandip S. Kang, M.D., author of The Doctor’s Kidney Diet: A Nutritional Guide to Managing and Slowing the Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease.

Kidneys

To energize sluggish kidneys, try a quarter teaspoon of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) in water. In a British study of 134 people with advanced chronic kidney disease, this easy strategy reduced the rate of kidney decline to normal levels. Check with a doctor if under nephrology care.

Liver

Examine the ingredients in prescriptions and over-the-counter meds to make sure daily intake of acetaminophen doesn’t exceed 3,000 milligrams; accidental overuse is the biggest cause of liver failure in the U.S.

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BLOOD CHEMISTRY A New Roadmap to Better Health

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ood detectives trained in the art of investigation know not only how to look for, collect and interpret evidence, but also how to use the tools that can help them solve a mystery. With the right tool, such as a comprehensive functional blood chemistry analysis, an experienced practitioner trained in systems biology examines the body’s metabolic blueprint, unravelling the enigma of declining health hijacked by chronic disease.

Holistic health practitioners like Kristin Grayce McGary, of Boulder, Colorado, use these skills to provide clients with sound recommendations, screen for health issues and monitor changes as needed. “This kind of sleuthing is what sets us apart,” says McGary.

Pathological Versus Functional The results of a blood test are essential to understanding anyone’s current state of health. No other screenings are more efficient and effective than the comprehensive blood chemistry panels used by functional medicine and holistic health practitioners to establish a baseline of biomarkers for tracking an individual’s health and nutritional needs.

In the field of blood chemistry analysis, there are two main types of reference ranges—pathological and functional. The pathological range is used by the majority of conventionally trained medical doctors

that are focused on diagnosing disease.

The functional range is used to assess risk for disease before it develops, says McGary.

“It is critical that you find a holistic and intelligent doctor skilled in functional medicine,” says Boulder-based Suzy Cohen, a registered pharmacist and author of Drug Muggers: Which Medications Are Robbing Your Body of Essential Nutrients—and Natural Ways to Restore Them. “Working with a functional medicine practitioner, as well as a local trusted pharmacist who has access to your medication regimen and sensitivities, is the safest way to regain health.”

It also saves money, because choosing the best supplements, herbal extracts, essential oils, dietary changes and other non-pharmaceutical healing modalities allows for healing faster, she says.

Conventional practitioners, constrained by insurance company requirements, generally order simple blood panels with basic markers for heart, kidney and liver function. These might include reference ranges for hemoglobin, platelets, glucose, calcium and electrolytes. “The baseline lab panel that I prefer for patients has 68 markers, plus a urinalysis. This means that I get five or six full pages of results, which gives me a more in-depth insight into someone’s health,” McGary says.

A Better Roadmap to Health McGary considers the most important

differences between the interpretation of functional and conventional markers to be the statistically compiled range of values that functional practitioners consider normal and the interconnections taken into consideration during the comprehensive analysis.

“Conventional reference ranges are compiled by laboratories from a huge population of people, many of whom had their blood analyzed because they were already sick. Functional reference ranges are compiled from a much smaller population of healthy people whose bodies are functioning optimally,” she says.

If a marker falls inside the tighter functional range, it’s a green flag that compares favorably with healthy individuals. If a marker falls outside the wider conventional range, it’s a red flag that correlates to sick people. The marker that falls in-between is a yellow flag.

“Functional practitioners are looking for yellow flags, which are the early warning signs that no one sees or feels yet as symptoms,” explains McGary, who spends more than two hours reviewing the blood analyses with clients. “We’re not only about prevention and achieving vibrant health— which we do by helping clients choose the best supplements to correct deficiencies— we’re also about helping individuals get to the root cause of their health challenge so that they can enjoy life.”

Functional blood chemistry analysis is not generally covered by health insurance, and can cost between $180 and $2,500, depending on the complexity of the panel, the number of markers ordered and the time spent by a practitioner in consultation and interpretation of results.

However, the out-of-pocket cost may be worth it, says Cohen. “In health, sometimes you get what you pay for. You don’t want to be somebody’s number and pushed out the door,” she says. “It’s important to feel like you have been listened to and that your entire medical history has been fully evaluated.”

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings.

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suffered by an overweight, overstressed man, women are equally at risk. One out of 31 female deaths in the U.S. is from breast cancer, as compared to one out of eight from heart disease. Approximately one woman dies from heart disease every minute, and the American Heart Association reports that 50 percent of men and 64 percent of women who died suddenly of coronary artery heart disease had no previous symptoms.

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ptimal wellness necessitates optimal function of all the systems and components of the human body. Breakdown in any one area can lead to illness and disease, so it is difficult to call any single body part more important than any other. If pressed, however, most would agree that your heart and overall cardiovascular system are a pretty vital piece of the puzzle.

Maintaining a healthy heart means having vessels clear of obstruction that allow the body to carry vital oxygen and nutrient rich blood to each and every cell.

Dysfunction can quickly lead to devastating effects and cardiovascular damage can come in many forms. Indeed, cardiovascular disease is a broad category, encompassing a wide array of heart and vessel conditions, including coronary artery disease, atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), arteriosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries), hyperlipidemia (elevated cholesterol), high blood pressure, arrhythmias, congestive heart failure, heart attack and stroke.

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Although there has been some improvement in recent years, cardiovascular disease is still the leading cause of death in the U.S., claiming more lives than all forms of cancer combined. About 630,000 Americans die from heart disease each year—that’s one in every four deaths. Coronary heart disease is the most common type of heart disease, killing about 366,000 people in 2015. In the U.S., someone has a heart attack every 40 seconds, and each minute, more than one person dies from a heart disease-related event.

Direct and indirect costs of heart disease total more than $300 billion—including health expenditures and lost productivity. The miracle of modern medicine has been the vast reduction of infectious disease, but as people are able to live longer, what is taking its place is cardiovascular disease. Clearly, this is something worthy of attention.

It’s also important to note that cardiovascular disease is not just a concern for men. While the classic stereotype of a severe heart attack is often portrayed as

High blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol levels (not just high cholesterol) and smoking are key risk factors for heart disease. About half of Americans have at least one of these three. Several other medical conditions and lifestyle choices can also put people at a higher risk for heart disease, including diabetes, obesity, hypertension, poor diet, physical inactivity and excessive alcohol use. It’s quite easy to lead a relatively sedentary life, make poor dietary choices and get overwhelmed with the stresses of everyday life. These, plus some unlucky genetics, are a recipe for progressive heart disease.

Cholesterol

Although it gets all the attention, cholesterol is not the only, or even the best predictor of heart disease. In fact, our total cholesterol is an especially weak predictor—yet it seems to have become the be-all and end-all number in determining treatment. Further, the common explanation of “good” versus “bad” cholesterol misses the mark in a more comprehensive view of cardiovascular risk.

This is because 50 percent of individuals who suffer heart attacks have normal “bad cholesterol” (low density lipoprotein, or LDL). Far more important than total LDL are the particular sub-particle levels that are present. A higher total LDL level that is made up of mostly larger LDL particles is of less concern, while smaller, dense LDL particles have the capacity to do more damage within the vessels.

Size matters in terms of HDL (high density lipoprotein) as well, where larger

particles are able to carry more cholesterol out of the vessels to be recycled within the liver, and thus are more protective.

Particle size is not considered in a basic cholesterol panel, the standard that is drawn in most doctor offices. By not looking at these markers, vital information is missed in the assessment of an individual’s overall cardiovascular risk.

There is some important data to be derived from a basic panel, though.

Elevated triglyceride levels are an independent predictor of heart disease, and higher triglycerides in the blood also increase the amount of the small dense LDL particles that are present. An important ratio to consider is the amount of triglyceride compared to HDL. A 2:1 ratio is optimal, where there is no more than twice the amount of triglyceride than HDL. Unfortunately, a standard American diet combined with a sedentary lifestyle tends to send triglyceride levels up and HDL down—a double hit that increases heart disease risk.

Metabolic

Blood sugar dysregulation is another important risk factor for cardiovascular disease. In fact, 68 percent of people over age 65 with diabetes will die not directly from that condition, but due to some form of heart disease. Sustained levels of elevated blood sugar cause significant damage within the vascular system due to its inflammatory effect. High blood sugar causes elevated levels of fasting insulin, which causes the body to store more fat, as well as creating additional inflammation.

Elevated blood sugar is also commonly associated with hypertension and excessive weight gain, which also increase cardiovascular risk. The take-home message here is that intake of sugar is far more damaging than fat in the diet—a fact that was lost and falsely turned on its head for the past half century, but is finally starting to gain traction and is being correctly conveyed today.

The take-home message here is that intake of sugar is far more damaging than fat in the diet. the case of cardiovascular disease, inflammation is the main driver of the wrong kind of cholesterol ending up in the wrong place. This is the body’s way of trying to repair the damage, but over time these plaque accumulations within the vessels can lead to even more trouble, including heart attack or stroke.

One particular cholesterol particle is especially responsible for inflammatory changes within the blood vessel: a kind of especially small dense LDL molecule known as lipoprotein A, or LpA. Having an LpA level above 75 doubles our risk of cardiovascular disease, regardless of any other factors. This is one of the strongest predictors available. Unfortunately, LpA is a mostly hereditary trait, which is why it is high in individuals with very strong family histories of cardiovascular disease.

It can be a hard number to budge (and it is not affected by statin medications), but there are some interventions that may reduce the level, or more importantly, mitigate that elevated risk. Again, it is vital to have this information so we can make the best-informed decisions in the quest for optimal health.

The Power of Prevention

The trouble with cardiovascular disease is that too often there are no noticeable

signs at all until the sudden appearance of life-threatening symptoms. That’s why it so important to screen and assess for risk prior to a significant cardiovascular event. In no aspect of medicine is prevention as important as with heart health.

Testing is readily available for assessing all the advanced cardiovascular risk markers mentioned here. Whether dealing with current cardiovascular issues or interested in prevention, obtaining this information is vital to our health. Based on these lab tests, naturopathic medicine has much to offer when it comes to keeping hearts healthy.

It should come as no surprise that the foundational basics of health are vital for a healthy cardiovascular system. A low carbohydrate, plant-based Mediterranean diet and regular cardiovascular exercise are crucial. Additionally, sufficient quality sleep, adequate stress management tools and plenty of emotional love and support cannot be underestimated. Add to that additional individualized naturopathic interventions to lower inflammation, strengthen cardiac function and improve lipid profiles, and there can be a comprehensive holistic plan to help keep our hearts healthy for years to come.

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ardiovascular disease (CVD) causes one in four deaths in the U.S. At least one half of Americans have one or more of the major risk factors of developing CVD, which are high blood pressure, high cholesterol and smoking.

The term CVD encompasses a wide range of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels, including those in the brain and other parts of the body, such as:

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Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): Narrowing or blockage of the heart’s major blood supply, the coronary arteries. This is the most common type of CVD, usually resulting in chest pain (angina) or a heart attack.

High blood pressure: Condition where elevated pressure causes damage to the inside wall of the arteries.

Congestive heart failure: Condition where the heart can’t pump blood efficiently because of weakness and loss of function of the heart muscle and valves.

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be caused by a brain bleed, such as a ruptured aneurysm.

Peripheral artery disease: Blood vessels that are narrowed by plaque cause poor circulation in the extremities. It results in slow wound healing, discoloration of the skin, loss of hair and feeling of coldness.

Medical assessment of CVD risk includes total cholesterol, low density lipoprotein (LDL), high density lipoprotein (HDL), screening for high blood pressure and diabetes, family history of early CVD and smoking status.

The Role of Inflammation in CVD

An acute (short-lived) inflammatory response is a normal, natural process. The cells of the immune system go to a damaged area to promote healing. Once the problem is contained, the immune system returns to normal. Chronic inflammation occurs when this process doesn’t shut off.

It can be low-grade inflammation which affects the cardiovascular system, or generalized inflammation affecting the joints and other parts of the body. Chronic inflammation promotes atherosclerosis and high blood pressure by causing changes inside the wall of the blood vessels. High sensitivity C-reactive protein (HS-CRP) is a test that measures cardiovascular inflammation.

“Good” and “Bad” Cholesterol

Most people have heard of LDL and HDL because they are part of the standard lipid profile. What they don’t realize is that LDL and HDL are just two of several lipoproteins that shuttle cholesterol and other fats throughout the body. Cholesterol is a necessary precursor to all of the body’s hormones and cell membranes. A standard lipid profile includes LDL, HDL, triglycerides and nonHDL. The non-HDL category encompasses all atherogenic or plaque-causing particles.

These are not direct measurements, but rather are calculations which estimate the amount in the blood. LDL-P and apolipoprotein B are direct measurements of the total number of atherogenic particles. Studies have shown LDL-P to be more accurate for predicting heart disease risk than LDL. LDL and HDL vary in size and composition, which is something that the standard lipid profile doesn’t address.

Lipoprotein fractionation is a test that breaks down LDL and HDL into small, medium and large particles. It is important because small, but not large, LDL can enter into the wall of the blood vessels and form plaque. Large HDL are better at cleaning up cholesterol and storing it away than small HDL. Advanced cardiovascular testing can give insight as to whether your cholesterol numbers pose a significant health risk.

Oxidation of LDL and Atherosclerosis

The formation of plaque inside the blood vessels can narrow or even block them. This is also known as “hardening of the arteries” because the arteries literally become filled with calcium-containing plaque, which makes them hard. Plaque develops when LDL becomes oxidized (oxLDL). Oxidation is degradation of the protein and fats due to reactive oxygen species or “free radicals”. It is a similar process to what happens when meat is left out and it turns brown.

Free radicals occur naturally in the body, but also are a byproduct of smoking and toxin exposure. They are increased when the diet is high in processed foods and low in vegetables and fruit which contain antioxidants. The body can also produce antioxidants when it has the necessary precursors. Oxidative stress and inflammation affect the health of the blood vessels, starting a cascade of pro-inflammatory changes. CVD development is a cycle that promotes itself once instigated.

Heart disease is the cause of over 600,000 deaths each year.

The development of CVD is multifactorial, not simply the amount of LDL and HDL. The particle number and size of LDL and HDL, along with other factors like cardiovascular inflammation, are better predictors of risk. Advanced cardiovascular testing goes beyond the lipid panel and is available through the reference laboratory.

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Lowering the Pressure

A TCM Approach for a Common Cardiovascular Issue

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by Ming Wu

re antihypertensive medicines helping or harming our bodies? Recently, the benefits of treating high blood pressure with antihypertensive medicines have been called into question. Research published in JAMA Internal Medicine in October 2018 found that treating mild hypertension (untreated BP 140/90-159/99 mm Hg) in low-risk patients didn’t improve mortality or risk of cardiovascular disease compared with no treatment, in a cohort study involving nearly 40,000 patients. During a median 5.8 years of follow-up, mortality and cardiovascular disease rates were similar between groups, but those treated with antihypertensive medicines experienced higher rates of hypotension, syncope, electrolyte abnormalities and acute kidney injury.

Another article published in the British Medical Journal in the same month also reported disturbing results. The researchers found that angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs), a type of blood pressure drug that millions worldwide are taking daily, are associated with a higher risk of lung cancer, compared with other types of drugs. It showed that patients on ACEIs were 14 percent more likely to develop lung cancer, and the risk went up the longer patients were on the medication. Those taking them for five years were 22 percent more likely to get lung cancer, and the risk rose to 31 percent if they were on them for 10 years.

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chemical called bradykinin on the lungs, which in turn leads to cancer. Although the risk to individual patients is modest, the absolute numbers of patients at risk for lung cancer is potentially large because ACEIs are widely prescribed, say the researchers.

High blood pressure is not a disease, but rather is often caused by blood that’s too thick and viscous to flow freely through the body’s small capillaries. In order to make sure good circulation is taking place, the heart has to pump harder, thereby raising blood pressure. This is the body’s way of making sure this thick blood reaches all the cells throughout the body, because cells that don’t receive blood will die sooner.

Healthy blood shouldn’t be so viscous. It should flow more freely. When blood is properly hydrated and nourished with the right fatty acids (more omega-3s in particular), the heart does not need to work as hard to pump it throughout the body, so blood pressure automatically drops. It’s like the difference between sucking water and honey through a straw—the more sticky and thick the honey, the more pressure it takes to move it.

Western medicine diagnoses this situation by saying that high blood pressure is itself a disease, and high blood pressure is attacked with drugs that artificially lower blood pressure by forcing artery walls to relax. Unsurprisingly, the thick sludge blood is no longer reaching all the cells it needs to reach, so we end up with circulation problems.

Hypertension, in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is characterized as dizziness, excess liver yang, and liver and kidney yin deficiency. TCM believes that excess wood (liver) qi will damage the soil (stomach), therefore weakening the spleen and stomach, causing headaches, dizziness and even stroke.

Most hypertension cases are chronic, but there are also acute cases. The former is more common in the middle-aged and older population. The onset is slow. There are no obvious symptoms at the early stage, and even for those that have symptoms, the symptoms tend to vary from person to person. The acute cases are more common in young people, with rapid onset and rapid progress which can quickly lead to heart, kidney and cerebrovascular problems, and cause various complications.

Hypertension patients often experience headache, dizziness, tinnitus, insomnia, numbness of the limbs, shortness of breath and irritability, among other symptoms. At the early stage, the patient’s blood pressure is elevated, but the level can fluctuate.

At the later stage, blood pressure level rises continually, and hypertension starts to cause damage to the heart, kidney, brain and other organs, worsening the symptoms. Clinically, the specific stages are determined by the patient’s blood pressure levels.

TCM believes that the various symptoms of hypertension are mainly due to damage to the liver. Liver governs the dispersion and discharging function of the body, and therefore, stagnation and blockage are harmful to the liver. Strong mental stimulation, excessive thinking and being too nervous can cause stagnation in the liver.

An unhealthy diet can also affect the functions of the organs, causing yin/yang unbalance, and in turn harming the liver. Also, when the

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body lacks sufficient energy, which can damage the organs, the liver cannot get enough nutrients, thus leading to liver diseases.

In the progress of hypertension, most patients started with excess syndrome, such as excess liver fire, and gradually transformed into deficiency syndrome.

Excess yang can damage yin, and when yin is weak, the yang can seem to be even more in excess. At this stage, the patient’s condition is having deficient yin and excessive yang. As the condition progresses, the organs and yin and yang all suffer damage. Yang grows steadily weaker, and the patient’s condition becomes mainly yin deficiency. In the end, both yin and yang are deficient, and the patient’s condition becomes true deficiency.

With that being said, a doctor should still differentiate the symptoms, and choose the treatment based on the individual’s specific situation. They should change the medicines prescribed when the patient’s condition changes. For example, for patients with excess yang, some need reducing method, while others need reinforcing the yin to restrict excess yang. To achieve satisfying results, one needs to differentiate symptoms and root cause. However, whether the results are satisfactory cannot be simply based on the blood pressure numbers, but comprehensive analysis.

Using TCM syndrome differentiation method, we can generally divide hypertension patients into two types: one with excess yang, and the other with deficient yang.

Deficient yin and excess yang. Symptoms include: dizziness, red face, tinnitus, palpitation, insomnia, irritability, loss of balance, sore and weak waist and knees. This is mainly due to insufficient kidney water, so the liver is malnourished. Therefore, the yang excessiveness in this situation is not true excessiveness, so the appropriate treatment should not aim to treat excess yang, but reinforce the yin. When the kidney yin is sufficient, excess yang will be balanced.

Deficient spleen and kidney yang. This type of patient is more likely to experience dizziness, tinnitus, weakness in the waist

and knees, chills in the limbs, and even weak and swollen lower limbs, urinary hesitancy, nocturia and sometimes spermatorrhoea.

It is commonly seen with late stage stroke patients with paralysis on one side of the body. For this type of situation, the treatment should be to reinforce spleen qi and strengthen kidney yang.

If hypertension has affected the heart, common symptoms include palpitation, chest tightness, shortness of breath, dizziness, tinnitus, weak waist and legs—with palpitation and irregular pulse being the main characteristics. The correct treatment is often adjusting the Ying Qi and Wei Qi, and strengthening the heart, spleen and kidney.

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ith the rise of the conscientious consumer and growing awareness about global warming, it’s no wonder that companies are pivoting toward higher sustainability.

Aiming to increase sales by distinguishing their products to consumers, companies are finding sustainability an important factor. In fact, a majority of corporate executives now believe that a sustainable strategy is required to remain competitive.

But the push for corporate sustainability is not only coming from consumers; investors play an integral part. Investor activism has increased significantly. Shareholder proposals forcing corporate sustainability have more than doubled in the last two decades. In 2017, 85 percent of the S&P 500 Index companies published sustainability reports, compared to under 20 percent as recent as 2011. The combination of activism by both consumer and investor is growing the size of sustainability. By exten32 Hartford County Edition

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sion, sustainable investing has witnessed fast growth; it is making up a much larger percentage of investment strategy despite current perception.

What Does This Mean to Investors?

The increase of publicly traded companies’ use of sustainability practices opens the universe to identifying sustainable companies; this type has been labeled, “sustainable investing.” Those that do or don’t practice sustainability can be identified via a continuum. For example, using a sustainability scale of 0 to 10, companies with low sustainability will rank closer to 0 while those with higher sustainability will rank closer to 10. The value of all U.S. publicly traded securities is approximately $70 trillion, consisting of $30 trillion and $40 trillion in the stock and bond market, respectively. A sustainability ranking can be applied to each security in the $70

Ways to Practice Sustainable Investing

Many investors look for professional investment managers rather than managing their own investments. Investors, through their 401k, 403b, IRA, pensions or other investment accounts, hire professional managers that identify investment opportunities. Professionally managed accounts focused on sustainability are now valued at $12 trillion. That is up 38 percent in just two years; the number has grown nearly four times over since 2010. Based on a total of $46.6 trillion in assets that are professionally managed, $1 in every $4 is invested sustainably.

A portfolio can become much more sustainable with research. Following are two popular methods of practicing sustainable investing using mutual funds or Exchange Traded Funds (ETF).

Sustainability indexing: pick funds that are more sustainable than their peer group

Ethical investing: choose funds based on investor’s ethics

Sustainability indexing creates options in an investment class. For example, many investors may hold an “index fund” that follows the market, like SPY, a MorningStar categorized large blend ETF. That same investor could pivot to DSI, a sustainably mandated ETF with the same category as the SPY. This same strategy could work for many other investments in a portfolio.

Rather than using sustainability index-

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trillion market, with each security ranging from very low to very high.

Investors may seek investments with higher sustainability for the sake of personal ethics; however, there are additional benefits to sustainable investing. Research has shown that companies with higher sustainability show higher return potential, profitability and dividend yield; they are valued at a premium when compared to their peers. Not to be outdone, there can be exceptional environmental benefits in addition to higher return potential. According to Nordea Bank, investing in sustainable companies can be 27 times more efficient in lowering a person’s carbon footprint.

ing, an investor may want to invest with more specificity using an ethical investment strategy. This practice involves an investor actively eliminating ETFs based on their ethics. An investor may want to focus investments based on environment, health, human rights and other criteria. This can be better explained through examples where the funds below represent certain ethics-based ETFs. SHE - SPDR SSGA Gender Diversity: companies with high diversity/inclusion ICLN - iShares Global Clean Energy: clean energy companies CGW - Invesco S&P Global Water: water-conscious companies VETS - Pacer Military Times Best Employers: companies that are known to hire military veterans ESML - iShares MSCI USA Sml-Cp ESG Optmzd ETF: an ETF that is gun-free

Who’s Doing It?

The United Nations created the Principals of Responsible Investing (UNPRI) for investors to adopt by becoming signatories. UNPRI distinguishes its over 2200 signatories into three types: asset owners, investment managers and service providers. Some asset owners who are signatories include The City of Chicago, Employees’ Retirement System of the State of Hawaii, Harvard University Endowment, and Connecticut Retirement Plans and Trust Funds, to name a few. These signatories promise to incorporate sustainability into their investment positions.

Have no fear, when thinking about an investment portfolio through a 401k, 403b, IRA or others, the investment managers that are listed in the UNPRI include household names. These investment managers manage numerous retirement accounts and have numerous sustainability products that may fit an investor’s portfolio. Here are some of the most recognizable investment managers: Fidelity, BlackRock, Vanguard, State Street and Nuveen (via TIAA).

Investors may find products—mutual funds or ETFs—at these institutions that meet their sustainable investing needs.

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Investors should do their research. Pay attention to the holdings in diversified sustainable mutual funds and ETFs because it’s possible that some of the holdings within a sustainable fund may go against an investor’s personal ethics. Furthermore, investing comes with risks. When investing, consideration must be given to one’s budget, risk tolerances, return objectives, life changes, liquidity needs, investment horizon and many other factors.

Working with an advisor/planner can help. The right advisor will talk to the client, listen to the client’s needs, goals and wishes.

They will educate the client about investment products that may be appropriate for the client’s investment and sustainability goals.

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RECIPES A Natural HEART WILL LOVE Living Tasty Ways to Boost Heart Health Directory Second Annual

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s a special meal for Valentine’s Day or any other, many plantbased dishes are so tasty that no one will miss the meat. Low in fat and sugar and high in ingredients that promote heart health, the following recipes are courtesy of Carol D’Anca, a board-certified nutrition practitioner and author of Real Food for Healthy People: A Recipe & Resource Guide, in Highland Park, Illinois.

Start With Soup

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Rich in dietary fiber and low in fat, butternut squash with low-salt vegetable broth and spices is an easy-to-make soup loaded with nutrients and flavor. Allow 40 to 45 minutes to roast the squash.

Butternut Squash Soup Yields: Four servings 1 butternut squash, 2-3 lbs, peeled and cut in cubes to equal 4 cups 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

Dash red pepper flakes Freshly ground black pepper Pepitas or pumpkin seeds for garnish Preheat oven to 425° F. Line a heavy baking pan with parchment paper. Spread squash cubes in a single layer, using two lined pans if needed.

Roast for about 40 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.

Alternate method: Wash the squash. Make several slits to allow for escaping steam.

Roast whole in the oven for about 45 minutes or until soft and easy to peel and cut.

Transfer the roasted squash to a food processor or heavy-duty blender. Add remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Add additional broth to reach desired consistency.

Divide into four bowls. For texture and crunch, garnish with roasted pepita or pumpkin seeds.

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, fair trade, non-genetically modified ingredients, BPA-free canned goods and non-bromated flour whenever possible.

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This whole-grain, gluten-free, no-knead, no-mess bread contains flax, sunflower and chia seeds, hazelnuts, oats, coconut oil and maple syrup as a sweetener. Accompanying soup, it makes for a satisfying meal.

This recipe is adapted from “Change Your Life Bread” in D’Anca’s book My New Roots.

thick. If it’s too thick to stir, add one or two teaspoons of water until it’s manageable.

Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.

Let it sit on the counter for at least two hours, or all day or overnight. When the dough retains its shape, even when you pull the sides of the loaf pan or lift the parchment, it’s ready to bake.

Preheat oven to 350° F.

Change Your Life Bread Yields: One loaf 2 cups shelled raw sunflower seeds 1 cup whole flax seeds 1 cup blanched hazelnuts 3 cups rolled oats (use certified gluten-free oats, if needed) 4 Tbsp chia seeds 6 Tbsp psyllium husks Pinch fresh ground coarse salt, preferably Himalayan 2 Tbsp maple syrup 6 Tbsp coconut oil, liquefied at low temperature in a small pan 3 cups water In a loaf pan lined with parchment, combine all dry ingredients, stirring well.

Whisk maple syrup and water together in a measuring cup.

Add to the dry ingredients and mix until everything is soaked and dough becomes

Place loaf pan in the oven on the middle rack and bake for 20 minutes. Remove bread from loaf pan, place it upside down directly on the rack and bake for another 30 to 40 minutes. Bread is done when it sounds hollow when tapped. Let cool completely before slicing.

Store bread in a tightly sealed container for up to five days. Freezes well. For a quick and easy toast, slice before freezing.

1 lb of your favorite whole grain pasta 3 large cloves garlic, roasted for about 25 minutes in their skins 3 pints cherry or grape tomatoes, halved Use red, orange, yellow or a mix of colors 1½ Tbsp fresh thyme leaves 1 lb fresh asparagus, pencil thin is best (if not available, substitute red chard) ¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives ½ cup fresh basil ¼ cup white wine or white wine vinegar Squeeze garlic from its skins into a large skillet. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is reduced and thickened to a sauce (coulis), about 20 to 30 minutes. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. photo by Stephen Blancett

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The Pleasures of Pasta

Pasta is guilt-free when we use a whole wheat variety that digests more slowly than white flour pasta, avoiding blood sugar spikes, D’Anca says. Gluten-free, grain-free or vegetable pasta can be substituted for whole grain pasta. Fresh asparagus is recommended. If it’s not in season, consider red chard for its bright red and green colors and abundance of vitamins K, A and C. It’s a good source of magnesium, potassium, iron and dietary fiber.

Whole Grain Pasta with Asparagus and Tomato Coulis Yields: 6 servings for dinner or 8 as a smaller first course.

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Drain the pasta well and place back in the pan. Add tomato coulis and olives. Toss well to infuse flavors. Let warm for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve at once.

For more recipes and information about nutrition and heart health provided by D’Anca, visit FoodNotMeds.com.

Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@ mindspring.com.

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being present. Animals are watching us much more carefully than we realize. They are more tuned in to us than we are to each other and, because of that, can be excellent communication teachers.

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nimals may not use human words, but they have amazing communication abilities. Animals listen not only with their ears, but with all of their senses, and can teach humans how to do the same.

We don’t have to become the storybook character Doctor Dolittle or an animal communicator to deepen our connections with animals; we just need to change the way we listen. Humans overrely on sound as a primary communication tool. We pay attention when dogs bark and when cats meow. Domestic animals know that we speak this way and have adapted their speech to how humans hear. For example, house cats meow more often than feral cats do.

However, animals converse with each other in ways that are more nuanced and precise than words. They closely observe body language and convey complex information through subtle movements and behaviors. It is commonly understood that a dog’s wagging tail is a sign of happiness. The direction and speed of the wag and position of the tail can signal other emotions as well, and dogs readily distinguish those details. Horses create virtual bubbles of personal space around themselves; they are able to establish and adjust these boundaries with a flick of an ear or a weight shift to let other horses know they can come in closer or need to take a step back.

Within the same species, animals obviously know the signals, but they also are quite adept at learning the languages of other species. A cursory internet search will reveal dozens of articles about cross-species bonds, even among unlikely pairs that normally would be predator and prey. Differences in genetics, size and “race” aren’t barriers to friendship, love and loyalty.

Many people recount stories of their pets knowing they are sad or ill and offering them extra comfort. The ability of animals to correctly read human moods isn’t merely an anecdotal observation. Studies have shown that horses and dogs are capable of interpreting human facial expressions and correctly distinguishing between happiness and anger. This occurs even when the expressions are conveyed in just photographs, without the humans 36 Hartford County Edition

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The first key to heart-centered communication with an animal or another human is to be fully present and pay attention. Let go of any physical distractions, such as the cell phone, or mental distractions, such as the next thing we want to say or do. This background static is distracting and limits true connection. Commit to staying in the moment, listening with the whole body and carefully observing body language. Be truly curious and open-minded about what is being conveyed; observe with no expectations.

Talk with Touch

Spend some time with pets, paying close attention to what they are telling us with their body language. Many dogs, for example, don’t actually like to be hugged or patted on the head, yet humans do it regularly. Watch them carefully when we reach for them. Are they subtly shifting away when certain areas are touched? Just because animals regularly tolerate certain types of physical contact doesn’t mean they are enjoying it. Try different types of touch in diverse locations and discover what the animals truly relish. Or put the hands several inches or feet away from the animals, ask what they would like, and wait to see what body parts they move toward the outstretched hand.

Scratch the Itch

This technique works particularly well with horses, but can work with other animals too. If you observe where a horse is scratching itself and then scratch that spot, most horses will immediately figure out that you are listening to them. If you ask the horse to show us where it itches, they will begin pointing their noses to specific spots on their body or begin scratching certain areas themselves. Try this with willing human partners too; offer to scratch their back and have them show where it itches without words, then trade places.

Practice without Animals

If there is no animal at home, turn the television to an unfamiliar program and mute the sound. Spend a few minutes watching and see what you are able to understand. Without speech to tell us what’s happening or background music to give us cues for how we should feel about it, we are left relying on interpreting nonverbal communication, including facial expressions and body language.

Studies suggest that only 7 percent of human communication is based on words, while the other 93 percent is body language and tone. Humans miss an awful lot by just listening with their ears, creating potential for misunderstandings and miscommunication.

There are many ways to open a dialogue with animals. Once we do, we will be amazed at the benefits we receive. Not only will we understand our animals better, we may improve our human relationships.

Carrie Brady is the creator of Wilton-based Possibilities Farm, a wellness center that partners with horses through non-riding programs, personal and professional development workshops, creative arts, meditation, equine-assisted Reiki and the Heart Herd.

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A COMMON HEART SONG Whales Point the Way

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ust as whales are born with an instinct for the deep, we are born with an impulse toward creating a quality of life. No matter the type of work that leads us there, following that impulse is the destiny of each soul, so we search to find our me-

dium through which aliveness can express itself. Following our instinct for the deep, we find each other.

In areas of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, whales sing basically the same song, and when a new verse is added, they all incorporate it. As humans, we have a greater capacity to communicate, yet we resist adding to our common song.

Whales occupying the same geographical areas that may include large oceans tend to sing similar songs with local variations, but whales from other regions of the world will sing entirely different songs. Once united, though, they find a common pitch. The songs are constantly evolving over time, and old patterns are not repeated.

In essence, whales stay current, freshly updating their communications with each other. It’s a noble task for us all to emulate.

Most whales, especially humpbacks, compose patterns of sound that are strikingly resonant with human musical traditions.

What helps whales be such good communicators is that sound travels about four times faster in water than on land. Thus, it is profoundly easier to hear in the deep. Dwelling there, we have a better chance of staying current and hearing our common song.

When we follow our instinct for the deep, we discover our common song, which brings us alive. Through this unfolding, we make our contribution to the common good. From generation to generation, all that we learn and create adds to this living work of art we call a quality of life.

Adapted excerpt from More Together than Alone, by Mark Nepo.

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20

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Reiki Healing Circle – 11am-12:30pm. Join Kim Patulak and other Reiki practitioners for the first healing circle at the newly opened space. Bring a nonperishable food item. Free. Body Wisdom Wellness, 642 Hilliard St, Ste 1317, Manchester. 860-372-5288.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12

Free Lecture: Do You Suffer From Headaches?

– 6:30pm. Are you taking pills or other remedies, but the headaches keep coming back? Do you want to find a natural solution that is more permanent and less temporary? Explore this common ailment and various natural solutions for headaches. Please RSVP. Raya Clinic, 200 Queen St. 860-621-2225.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Self-Care Saturday: Community Acupuncture and Sound Healing – 11am and 12pm. Attendees will receive sound healing accompanied by acupuncture in a small group. The Enlightenment Counseling Center LLC, 998 Farmington Ave, Ste 207, West Hartford.

860-729-3284. EnlightenmentCenterCT.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3 New Age Fair-Presented by Astrological Society of Connecticut – 10am-4pm. Experience metaphysical readings, vendors, body-workers and free presentations covering the broad spectrum of the metaphysical world. Free admission. Keeney Memorial Cultural Center, 200 Main St, Wethersfield.

860-568-8617. MYASC.org/curr-pgm.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5 Holistic Cancer Support Group – 6:30-8pm. Every Tuesday. Do you offer a healing modality or service which will aid those in recovery from cancer? If so, please attend and work with us to build CT’s first holistic cancer support group. BRIDGE Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St, Farmington. Call Rod Kelly, 860-216-8671 or email Rod@EyeOfTheEagle.com.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7 February Meeting of the Holistic Chamber of Commerce – 6:30pm. February meeting features a round table discussion on “Social Media Love”.

Bhakti Center CT, 750 R Main St, Willimantic.

Tickets: Tinyurl.com/HCCCTMeeting.

markyourcalendar FRIENDSHIP FEBRUARY Bring a friend to class!

JOY Members bring a friend for $5, and others bring a friend for $10.

Partner Yoga Workshop Friday, February 15 • 6-7:30pm $25 each attendee, JOY members receive a 10% discount Couples Massage with Todd and Beth Saturday, February 16 • 1 hour for $180

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Couples Thai Yoga with Julie and Leslie All Month • 1 hour for $160 Journey of Yoga 730 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury 860-680-1482 • Info at JourneyOfYoga.com 38 Hartford County Edition

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The Graduate Institute Information Session – 6:30-7:30pm. Learn about The Graduate Institute: Holistic, Transformative Education. Enrolling now. Free. The Graduate Institute, 171 Amity Rd, Bethany. 203-874-4252. Admissions@learn.edu.

Learn.edu/info-sessions.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Weight Loss Meetings – 5:30-6:15pm. Join Dr. Stacey Munro for an informational meeting about effective food-based weight loss and body composition change programs. We will go over program basics, cost, and answer questions. All welcome.

Please RSVP: 860-758-7808. Nature’s Helper Medical Clinic 178 Mountain Road Suffield.

Angelic Realm Gallery Reading – 6-8pm. With Patricia Spegiel, Golden Angel Connections and Lora Hobson, Your Soul’s Awakening. Receive a message from your personal angels. $30. Enlightenment Counseling Center, 660 Prospect Ave. Hartford. 860-484-1182. EnlightenmentCenterCT.com.

Tarot Lovers Club – 6:30-8:30pm. With Mary Ellen Norton. Monthly gathering of Tarot enthusiasts, students and novice. No previous experience needed to be part of this club. Every month we will discuss new topics. $20. Mondazzi Book & Bead Warehouse Showroom, 570 Hayden Station Rd, Windsor. 860-285-0538. Mondazzi.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17 Pranayama and Crystal Healing – 3-5pm. Join Gina as we use the energy of crystals and pranayama to release, restore and rejuvenate the physical and subtle body. Explore pranayama exercises, learn to use crystals in meditation, cleansing and energizing practices. Beginners welcome. $40/includes crystals and a gift. YogaPerk, 642 Hilliard St, Ste 1218, Manchester. 860-978-9949.

markyourcalendar PARTNER YOGA WORKSHOP with Maggie and David Friday, February 15 • 6-7:30pm Partner Yoga offers us opportunities to communicate effectively and act sensitively—what a great resource for any relationship! This workshop is a great chance to introduce someone you love to yoga or to share the practice that you both already love. Significant others, friends, siblings and adult children all make great partners. $25 per person, JOY members receive 10% off Journey of Yoga 730 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury 860-680-1482 • Register at JourneyOfYoga.com

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Upping Your Perception Quotient (PQ) – 7-8:30pm.

Your PQ is an indicator for how you view the world, people, challenges and situations. Learn how yours could be more expansive and beneficial to your happiness and overall well-being. Free. Sponsored by Alliance for Holistic Living. Hosted at Welles-Turner Memorial Library - Friends Room, 2407 Main St, Glastonbury.

Astrology Lecture by Eileen McCabe, The Journey of Life: Understanding Transits – 7-9:30pm.

Learn more about the developmental cycles and archetypal meaning of the planets and how transits are the timekeepers of the human potential inherent in the natal chart. $10/non-members. Keeney Memorial Cultural Center, 200 Main St, Wethersfield.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Marconics: Lecture Series – 10am-12pm. Introduction To Marconics. Marconics is a new MultiDimensional Energy System, heralded by Spirit as, ”The Vehicle of Ascension”. Free. 20-minute sample sessions available for $20. New Morning Market, 129 Main St N, Woodbury. 203-533-9633. Marconics.com.

Mondazzi’s Psychic Fair – 10am-4:30pm. A variety of readers as well as aura photography, Reiki and Chakra balancing. Call for appointment. Mondazzi Book & Bead Warehouse Showroom, 570 Hayden Station Rd, Windsor. 860-285-0538. Mondazzi.com.

Hands-On Adjusting for Teachers Workshop – 10:30am-1:30pm. Workshop is meant to lay the groundwork for deeper study of the art of teaching yoga through the use of props and hands-on adjustments. $50/with pre-registration by 2/1. Vital Life Center, 100 W Main St, Plainville. 860-479-0466.

Triumphant You: An Evening of Music and Affirmations with Kate Callahan – 7:30-9pm.

Kate’s concerts connect on a deeper level and shine a light on all who attend. Join us and enjoy songs from her new album, Triumph. $15/drop in; $13.17/with pre-registration. Vital Life Center, 100 W Main St, Plainville. 860-479-0466.

markyourcalendar AWAKEN YOUR INNER MAGIC- A YOGA AND TAROT WEEKEND February 22-24 With Alison DeNicola and Sasha Graham at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health • Yoga • Tarot-Intuition • Magic • Exploration • Expansion •Fun • Retreat Sign up at Kripalu.org or call 800-741-8353

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sunday SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Healthy Family Fun Fest – 10:30am-3pm. Join the Raya Clinic team at this fun family event. There will be healthy food and many healthy activities, including posture screenings by the Raya Clinic.

Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry St, Plantsville.

Understanding the Angelic Realm 101 – 12-3pm.

A workshop teaching you how to understand the hierarchy of the Angelic Realm, signs to look for that they are trying to communicate. Includes personal mini reading . $40. Enlightenment Counseling Center, 660 Prospect Ave. Hartford. 860-484-1182.

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 The Graduate Institute Information Session – 6:30-7:30pm. Learn about The Graduate Institute: Holistic, Transformative Education. Enrolling now. Free. The Graduate Institute, 171 Amity Rd, Bethany. 203-874-4252. Admissions@learn.edu.

Learn.edu/info-sessions.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27 Weight Loss Meetings – 5:30-6:15pm. Join Dr. Stacey Munro for an informational meeting about effective food-based weight loss and body composition change programs. We will go over program basics, cost, and answer questions. All welcome. Please RSVP: 860-758-7808. Nature’s Helper Medical Clinic 178 Mountain Road Suffield.

SUNDAY, MARCH 3 Practical Reflexology – 2-4pm. Join Veronica Vaida, Certified Reflexologist, for this hands-on workshop exploring the history, theory and benefits of this healing art. Leave with knowledge and technique to help others and yourself. $45.

Body Wisdom Wellness, 642 Hilliard St, Ste 1317, Manchester. 860-372-5288.

markyourcalendar 13TH OCTAVE LAHOCHI PRACTITIONER TRAINING With Eilis Philpott of Academy of Soul Healing Thursday, March 21 • All Day Friday, March 22 Saturday & Sunday, March 22-24 The Woodbury Wellness and Psychotherapy Center 787 Main St. S, Ste A5, Woodbury ​Investment: $555 Deposit of $100 required for registration Book early as these workshops always sell out!

203-767-5954 Eilis@SoulHealingJourney.com SoulHealingJourney.com

Bhakti Yoga and Japa Meditation – 8:30-10am.

Donations gratefully accepted. Bhakti Center CT, 750 R Main, Willimantic. 860-593-5002.

Gentle Yoga for Healing – 9:30am. A gentle asana class that includes emotionally healing meditation and an emphasis on self-care. These classes are offered for students who are experiencing grief, stress or anxiety, and seeking a place to practice, relax and heal. $18/drop-in. Journey of Yoga, 730 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury. 860-680-1482.

Qi & Tea – 10am-noon. First and third Sunday.

Qigong is much more beneficial when practiced in groups. Our mission is to create the qi community and give people from all places an opportunity to learn and share this ancient healing art form. $20/ drop-in. Registration required. 280 Garden Grove Rd, Manchester. 860-558-6146.

Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy – 10-noon.

Second and fourth Saturday. Chinese calligraphy has 5,000 years of history. It’s one of the most beautiful ancient art forms that has lasted to this day. It’s also known as one of best methods to calm one’s heart and release stress. $20/drop-in.

Registration required. 280 Garden Grove Rd, Manchester. 860-558-6146.

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Yoga Basics – First Sunday. 10:30am. This fundamental class is appropriate for both beginners and more experienced students who may want to brush up on posture alignment or breath work.

The postures will be explained and demonstrated before you will do them yourself. $18/drop-in.

Journey of Yoga, 730 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury.

860-680-1482.

Create Financial Freedom with Healthy Products – 4-5pm. Learn how to build a business and create financial freedom for you by distributing natural Aloe Vera nutritional supplements to help others be healthy. Free. Bristol (call for address). RSVP: 860-372-8171.

Qigong - All Levels – 5:30-6:30pm. Deep breathing and flowing movements derived from ancient Chinese healing exercises for increased balance, flexibility, muscle and bone strength, immune function, decreased pain and stiffness. $17 drop-in. Yoga Center of Collinsville, 10 Front St, Collinsville.

860-693-9642.

monday Complete Strength Class – 9:30-10:30am. Total Strength classes are the #1 priority to burn calories and build lean muscle to boost your metabolism for the long-term. $20. YES Fitness, 292 Spielman Hwy, Burlington. 860-673-4293.

Gentle Yoga for 50-Plus – 9:30am. With Art Rodia, yoga instructor. Created for people 50+ who need a gentle approach to yoga, these classes include breathing, relaxation and restorative postures. These simple yoga stretches reduce aches and pains and are specifically for the older or extra cautious body. Register online. $10. New Morning Market, 129 Main St North, Woodbury.

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Learn powerful Qigong exercises, breathing techniques, strength training and a proven system of food-healing.

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markyourcalendar 2ND ANNUAL DIVINELY FIT SUMMIT Saturday, March 2 • 8:30am-3pm A Full-Day event to empower the spirit, mind and body! Ambitious tribe-style movement; uncover your personal best; unleash your inner warrior!

Pratt & Whitney Stadium, At Rentschler Field 615 Silver Ln, East Hartford Register At: SudorTaino.com/Divinely-Fit-Summit

markyourcalendar LUSCIOUS LAKE COMO RETREAT LEZZENO ON LAKE COMO, ITALY September 15-22 Awaken yourself and live your dream in this magically enchanting gem of the world.

Referred to as the most beautiful place on earth by many (just ask George Clooney), you will be part of an intimate group of 15 guests.

Nestled amongst the majestic mountains surrounded by the serenity of Lake Como, you will enjoy yoga, meditation, hiking, relaxation, along with several excursions.

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Tong Ren Healing Class – 7-8pm. Dr. Ming Wu leads this class focusing on internally healing the body’s energy system by using the collective unconscious. Wu Healing Center, 45 S Main St, West Hartford. To register: 978-790-8888.

Vinyasa Yoga For Everyone – 7-8:15pm. Classic yoga postures in flowing sequence linked by breath.

Learn breathing techniques that keep you invigorated and calm in your daily life. $50 for 30 days, unlimited classes/new students. Yoga Center of Collinsville, 10 Front St, Collinsville. 860-693-9642.

Kundalini Yoga – 9:30-11am. Free. Windham Recovery Community Center, 713 Main St, Willimantic. 860-423-7088 or 860-423-9843 for more info.

Open Play! For Ages 10 Months to 5 Years – 1011:15am. Join open play in our creative arts studio.

Non-instructional play will include gross motor equipment like tunnels and balance beams, dress up and art projects. Donation of canned good. Imagine Studio, 97 South St, West Hartford. ImagineStudioCT.com.

Gentle + Restorative Yoga – 10:30-11:45am.

Gently held postures for joint health and nurturing.

Great for any experience level. $50 for 30 days, unlimited classes/new students. Yoga Center of Collinsville, 10 Front St, Collinsville. 860-693-9642.

Boutique Yoga Therapy, Kundalini and Meditation – 5:30-6:30pm. With Leesa Sklover Ph,D, LPC, C-IAYT. By reservation: text 917-860-0488 by 4:30pmam. $18. Short Beach Union Church, 14 Pentacost St, Branford. DrSklover@gmail.com.

Meditate Through the Madness – 6pm. Hosted by Torin Lee. Learn to manage the stress of life through mediation. $10. Oneida Holistic Health Center, 16 West Rd, Marlborough. To register: 860-467-6518.

Meditation Mondays – 7-8pm. First Monday.

Meditation for all. Beginners and drop-ins welcome.

Begin each week with a meditation practice to quiet your mind and let go of all that does not serve.

Facilitated by Melanie VanOstrand. $10. Sea in the Sky Healing and Wellness Center, Hebron. 860530-1552. SeaInTheSkyHealing.com.

tuesday Chair Massage – Treat yourself to a relaxing break.

You decide how long. $1/minute. Oneida Holistic Health Center, 16 West Rd, Marlborough. Walk-ins welcome or call for an appointment: 860-467-6518.

Express Vinyasa Yoga – 6-7am. Touches on all the essentials of the core standing, balancing, and seated postures. Build strength, heat and focus moving through sun salutations linked with breath and clarity. Some yoga experience recommended. $50 for 30 days, unlimited classes/new students. Yoga Center of Collinsville, 10 Front St, Collinsville. 860-693-9642.

Tai Chi and Qigong – 11am-12:15pm. Experience the proven health, energetic and spiritual benefits of ancient Taoist Energy Arts for modern times.

Instructor with 30 years of experience and multiple certifications. $15/class. Universalist Church, 433 Fern St, West Hartford. GreatPondTaiChi.com.

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BRIDGE Healing Arts Center 304 Main St, Farmington For more information, call Rod Kelly at 860-216-8671 or email Rod@EyeOftheEagle.com Vitality Enhancement Qigong Free Practice Session – 12:15-12:45pm. Vitality Enhancement (Bu Zheng) Qigong practices are easy to learn self-applied health enhancement methods, including gentle movement, breathing, self-massage and relaxation/meditation. Free. Universalist Church, 433 Fern St, West Hartford. GreatPondTaiChi.com.

Tai Chi for Kids (Ages 6-12) – 4-4:45pm. Learning the Chinese art of Tai Chi is a great way for children to relax, have fun and strengthen body and mind. Wu Healing Center, 45 S Main St, West Hartford. To register: 978-790-8888.

Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 6pm. The Bridge Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St, Farmington. 860-4042578. BridgeHAC.com.

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Tai Chi with Dr. Ming Wu – 6-7pm. Learn from a Tai Chi master who has studied the art of Tai Chi for more than 40 years. Wu Healing Center, 45 S Main St, West Hartford. To register: 978-790-8888.

Reiki Share – 6-8:30pm. 3rd Tuesday each month.

Certified Reiki practitioners of all lineages and levels welcome. This is a time to come together with other practitioners as a community, give/receive Reiki. $10. 47 Upson St, 2nd Fl, Bristol. 860-302-1609.

Monthly Information Sessions at The Graduate Institute – 6:30-7:30pm. Join us for an info session every 2nd Tuesday of the month at The Graduate Institute. Please contact us to let us know that you’ll be attending. The Graduate Institute, 171 Amity Rd, Bethany. Call 203-874-4252.

Holistic Cancer Support Group – 6:30-8pm. Do you offer a healing modality or service which will aid those in recovery from cancer? If so, please attend and work with us to build CT’s first holistic cancer support group. BRIDGE Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St, Farmington. Call Rod Kelly, 860-216-8671 or email Rod@EyeOftheEagle.com.

Soul Circle: A Meditation and Journey Group – 6:30-8pm. First Tuesday. Join us for an evening of meditation, journeying, drumming and healing.

Explore power animals and spirit guides, healing light meditations, nature spirit allies and more.

Facilitated by Melanie VanOstrand. At Sea in the Sky Healing and Wellness Center, Hebron. $20.

860-530-1552. SeaInTheSkyHealing.com.

Free Spirit Dance – 7:15-8:30pm. A non-judgmental community gathering to explore our unscripted authentic movement as a heart opening meditation

amidst a blend of world music. No experience necessary. All Welcome. Donation based. Luna & Lotus, 50 Depot St, Collinsville. 860-803-9947.

Turbo Kick Boxing with Mary – 7:15-8:15pm. Extreme aerobic workout is fun and will get you in shape.

Great music. Tuesdays are for beginners and Thursdays are advanced classes. $5. Center for Progressive Therapies, 192 Hartford Rd, Manchester. 860-883-9664.

Meditation as a Way of Living with Tom Dest – 7:30-8:45pm. Promoting access to intention from deep inside and heart to heart communication - soft live music. Contemplation on our eternal nature and keys to peace. $15. Center for Progressive Therapies, 192 Hartford Rd, Manchester. 413-822-8486.

wednesday Coffee with Coach – 7am. Early morning session facilitated by Torin Lee, Life Coach. Learn ways to handle stress, navigate change and make each day count. $10. Oneida Holistic Health Center, 16 West Rd, Marlborough. To register: 860-467-6518.

Gentle Yoga – 10:30-11:45am. Gently held postures for joint health and nurturing. $50 for 30 days, unlimited classes/new students. Yoga Center of Collinsville, 10 Front St, Collinsville.

860-693-9642.

Metabolic ZT – 4:30-5:30pm. Our version of a cardio workout. Monitored by individual heart rate, burn calories, get your metabolism revving, and give you the cardiovascular benefits you are looking for. $20. YES Fitness, 292 Spielman Hwy, Burlington. 860-673-4293.

Qigong – 6pm. The Bridge Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St, Farmington. 860-404-2578.

BridgeHAC.com.

LivFree All Levels Yoga – 6-7pm. With Tracey.

Recharge your batteries midweek in this energetic, then relaxing yoga class. Walk-ins welcome. $10.

TriCity Massage and Wellness, 220 Hartford Tpke, Vernon. Tri-CityMassage.com.

Trance Mediumship Circle – 6-7pm. Some mediumship experience needed, not necessarily trance. Sit to develop trance state. Beginners to trance welcome. $10/donation. Dragonfly Healing Arts, 8 Wickett St, Pine Meadow. 860-989-2358.

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Weight Management Class – 6-7:30pm. Weekly series led by a registered dietitian nutritionist discussing topics such as simple meal planning, what and how much to eat, and the skinny of fats and sugar. Free. ShopRite, 110 Albany Tpke, Canton.

860-693-3666.

Epiphany – 6-8:30pm. Second Wednesday. Experience craniosacral therapy, reflexology, Reiki, acupuncture and more. Call for your 30-minute appt during “epiphany”.$20-$40/suggested. 101 River Rd, Canton. 860-693-8040.

Wisdom Wednesday – 7-9pm. New weekly group will explore a wide range of ideas, through a variety of formats, but the emphasis for each is on discussion and conversation. You can join us any Wednesday to share your stories and to hear about the experiences of others. By donation. Sharing The Light Wholistic Center, LLC, 395 W Avon Rd, Avon. 860-936-0012.

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ongoing events Support Group More Better Happy – 7:158:30pm. When people and circumstances are sucking the energy, motivation and life right out of you, come here. You can recharge while getting what you want. Registration required. Free. Yoga Born, 1735 Ellington Rd, South Windsor. 860-432-5678.

Mediumship Development Circle – 7:30-9pm.

With Sharon Farber. Mixed-level circle to develop evidential mediumship. Beginners welcome. Active since May 2012. $10-$15/donation. Dragonfly Healing Arts, 8 Wickett St, Pine Meadow. 860-9892358. DragonflyHealingArts.net.

Qigong Variation – 8-9pm. Class offers students an opportunity to learn different qigong forms.

Each form will be taught over five to 10 class periods, depending on the length of the form. $20/drop-in; $65/monthly. 280 Garden Grove Rd, Manchester. 860-558-6146.

thursday Complete Strength Class – 5:30-6:30am. Total Strength classes are the #1 priority to burn calories and build lean muscle to boost your metabolism for the long-term. $20. YES Fitness, 292 Spielman Hwy, Burlington. 860-673-4293.

Boutique Yoga Therapy, Kundalini and Float Yoga and Gong Bath – 8:30-9:30am. With Leesa Sklover Ph,D, LPC, C-IAYT. By reservation: text 917-860-0488 by 10pm night before. $18. Little Bay Annex, Branford. DrSklover@gmail.com.

Move and Groove - Conscious Conditioning with Sandy Byrne – 8:45-10am. Fusing the expertise of conditioning athletes with yogic consciousness, this fun, energetic class will jump-start your metabolism and get your body feeling strong and supple. $16 drop-in, class cards available. River Rock Yoga, 274 Silas Deane Hwy, Wethersfield. 860-757-3339.

Gentle Yoga – 9am. The Bridge Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St, Farmington. 860-404-2578.

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Qigong, All Levels – 9:30-10:30am. An ancient practice that has flowing, focused movements that reduce chronic pain, stress and blood pressure, along with creating an overall state of wellness.

In Stafford. Call to register and for directions.

860-970-7383.

Bump Day – 10am-6pm. 60-minute prenatal massage or reflexology by Colleen Dumas, LMT and certified in prenatal care. Refreshments, raffle. $40. Oneida Holistic Health Center, 16 West Rd, Marlborough. For an appointment: 860-467-6518.

Tai Chi & Meditation – 10:30-11:30am Instruction is focused on empowering Chi and enhancing health and healing of the mind, body and spirit. Wu Healing Center, 45 S Main St, West Hartford. To register: 978-790-8888.

Shake Your Soul – 6pm. Shake Your Soul is an opportunity to discover your inner dancer. This yoga class is a movement practice that relaxes your nervous system, energizes your body and awakens your soul through a powerful, fluid, dance repertoire set to world music. $18/drop-in. Journey of Yoga, 730 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury. 860-680-1482.

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Belly Dance Classes with Elisheva – 6-7pm.

Learn the ancient art of belly dance in this beginner class. All levels and abilities warmly welcomed. $17. Spotlight Dance, Art & Wellness, 45 S Main St, Unionville. Register: 860-967-9424.

Community Acupuncture – 6-7pm. Every other Thursday. 315 E Center St, Manchester. 860533-0179. RSVP required: CTNaturalHealth.com.

Blended Style Yoga Classes – 6-7:15pm. Our many styles meet you where you are. Gentle sound allows tuning and awakening improving life and self.

Also every weekday. See our website. $5 or $8.

Center for Progressive Therapies, 192 Hartford Rd, Manchester. 860-649-9600.

Sound Bath Session – 6:30-8:30pm. 3rd Thursday of the month. Enjoy a monthly group sound bath with Karen Fox, Sister of Sound. Let singing bowls, bells, drums, chimes bathe you in angelic healing vibrations. $20 advance, $25 at door. Oneida Holistic Health Center, 16 West Rd, Marlborough. 860-467-6518.

Taoist Neigong and Wu Style Tai Chi – Neigong: 7-8pm; Tai Chi: 8-9pm. Experience the proven health, energetic and spiritual benefits of ancient Taoist Energy Arts for modern times. Instructor with 30 years of experience and multiple certifications. $15/class. Universalist Church, 433 Fern St, West Hartford. GreatPondTaiChi.com.

Vinyasa Yoga For Everyone – 7-8:15pm. Classic yoga postures in flowing sequence linked by breath.

Learn breathing techniques that keep you invigorated and calm in your daily life. $50 for 30 days, unlimited classes/new students. Yoga Center of Collinsville, 10 Front St, Collinsville. 860-693-9642.

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Intelligent Qigong Level 2 – 10-11:15am. Students continue to study “Lifting Qi Up and Pouring Qi Down” method while learning some basic exercises of Intelligent Qigong Level 2, Xing Shen Zhuang, Physical and Spiritual Stance Method. Intelligent Qigong level 1, prerequisite. $20/drop-in; $75/monthly. 280 Garden Grove Rd, Manchester. 860-558-6146.

Self-Care Qigong and Shiatsu – 11:15am-noon.

Class introduces some most profound and easyto-apply methods from Five Element Meridians originated from Traditional Chinese Medicine and shiatsu massage. $20/drop in; $65/monthly. 280 Garden Grove Rd, Manchester. 860-558-6146.

Meditative Coloring – Noon-1pm. Coloring for relaxation, stress reduction, meditation and spiritual connection, centering, healing and coming into your true deep self. We will supply coloring pages and supplies or you may bring your own. Facilitated by Heidi. $5/ suggested donation. Toivo, 399 Franklin Ave, Hartford.

860-296-2338.

saturday Morning Express Vinyasa Yoga – 7:45-8:45am.

Touches on all the essentials of the core standing, balancing, and seated postures. Build strength, heat and focus moving through sun salutations linked with breath and clarity. $50 for 30 days unlimited classes (new students). Yoga Center of Collinsville, 10 Front St, Collinsville. 860-693-9642.

Tai Chi and Qi Gong – 8-9am. Dr. Ming Wu is a Tai Chi and Qi Gong Master who has dedicated his life to teaching others how to live healing and healthy lives. Wu Healing Center, 45 S Main St, West Hartford. To register: 978-790-8888.

Massage Ball Yoga – 9am. The Bridge Healing Arts Center, 304 Main St, Farmington. 860-4042578. BridgeHAC.com.

Ellington Farmers’ Market – 9am-Noon. Over 40 vendors bringing local and fresh products in a quaint, shaded country setting. Matching SNAP dollars, Kids Power of Produce Club, weekly themes and entertainment. Arbor Park, Main St, Ellington. EllingtonFarmersMarket.com.

32 Movement Tai Chi Sword with Cynthia – 10am. Laoshi Cynthia will be teaching the 32 movement Tai Chi Sword, which is a competition form she used in the Chengdu, China tournament in 2014. If you have experience with the 24 Yang style, you will be able to learn this sword form. $98/6 classes. $20/drop-in. Sharing The Light Wholistic Center, LLC, 395 W Avon Rd, Avon. 860-936-0012.

Yoga and Meditation – 10-11:30am. All-level class offers an introduction to the Advanced Yoga Practices to support those interested to establish and/or deepen their meditation and yoga practice and knowledge. Modifications of the postures accommodate every level of practice. Drop-ins welcome. Bhakti Center, 750 Rear Main St, Willimantic. YogaPractices.weebly.com.

Qigong, All Levels – 11am-noon. An ancient practice that has flowing, focused movements that reduce chronic pain, stress and blood pressure, along with creating an overall state of wellness.

In Stafford. Call to register and for directions.

860-970-7383.

Women’s Boutique Yoga Therapy, Kundalini, Float Yoga and Gong Bath – 11:30am-12:30pm.

With Leesa Sklover Ph,D, LPC, C-IAYT. By reservation: text 917-860-0488 by 9am. $18.

Short Beach Union Church and Little Bay Annex, Branford. DrSklover@gmail.com.

See Me As I Am: Meditation and Float Yoga Class (2-3pm) and Women’s Spiritual Wellness Collaboratory (3-4pm) – Experience deep peace in a gentle water themed yoga and meditation class Followed by a women’s group focusing on empowerment, spiritual fitness, creativity through techniques and discussion. Choose one or both. $15/one session. $30/both. Short Beach Union Church, 14 Pentacost St. Branford.

classifieds SPACE FOR RENT FARMINGTON. BEAUTIFUL, PRIVATE PRACTITIONER SPACE AVAILABLE by the hour at the Bridge Healing Arts Center. Massage table and consultation chairs are included. $15/per hour. Contact us 860-404-2578.

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AROMATHERAPY DISALINO ESSENTIAL OILS & FRAGRANCES

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Our essential oils are 100% pure essential oil and our fragrances contain no alcohol. Our cosmetic grade roll-ons are long lasting aromas from paradise. We also provide essential oil accessories such as diffusers and aromatherapy necklaces.

ASTROLOGY DEE RANDIS

Watertown 860-274-1690 MetaphysicalCntr.net Dee Randis is an astrologer and psychic medium with over 40 years of experience specializing in personal and relationship counseling. She provides guidance on business matters, real estate decisions, legal issues, as well as missing persons. She does private parties and organizes well-attended holistic/psychic fairs. See ad, page 13.

AYURVEDA JOURNEY OF YOGA LLC

Margaret Durbas, Owner/Director 730 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury 860-680-1482 JourneyOfYoga.com The sister science of yoga, Ayurveda, is focused on maintaining wellness naturally.

Learn your unique needs to eat the right foods for your physiology, the environment and your digestive system. Plus self-care techniques and lifestyle habits to get and stay healthy. See ad, page 10.

CHINESE HERBALIST WU HEALING CENTER

Dr. Ming Wu 45 S. Main St, Ste 100, West Hartford 978-790-8888 Center@WuHealing.com WuHealing.com Chinese herbal therapy accounts for the majority of treatments in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Dr. Wu is a master herbalist with decades of experience and thousands of years of wisdom. The herbs he prescribes help stimulate the body toward self-healing. See ad, page 7.

EDUCATION HARTFORD FAMILY INSTITUTE

Center for Psychotherapy and Healing Arts 17 South Highland St, West Hartford 203-236-6009 HartfordFamilyInstitute.com

A cutting-edge psychotherapy and training center since 1969. Treatment includes in-depth body emotional work, energy healing, shamanic spiritual healing, illness and trauma work. Training also offered for psychotherapists and healers. See ad, page 9.

EMOTION CODE KEY ENERGY MEDICINE

Margaret Loos 860-386-8330 KeyEnergyMedicine@yahoo.com The Emotion Code is a simple way to get rid of your emotional baggage, helping you feel freer, happier and healthier. As a Certified Emotion Code practitioner, I am trained to discover and release your trapped emotions. The process is noninvasive, safe and requires very little time or effort on your part.

WU HEALING CENTER

Dr. Ming Wu 45 S. Main St, Ste 100, West Hartford 978-790-8888 • Center@WuHealing.com WuHealing.com Combining Western medical science with ancient Eastern insights into life force or chi energy, Dr. Wu uses energy healing techniques such as Tong Ren and quantum energy healing. These modalities help patients achieve rapid, safe and natural cure by stimulating the body toward self-healing. See ad, page 7.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE TAMARA SACHS, MD

Functional Medicine and Integrative Care LLC 15 Bennitt St, New Milford 860-354-3304 TSachsMD.com Using Functional Medicine, Dr. Sachs prevents and treats chronic illnesses by addressing their underlying root causes, remaining respectful of the uniqueness, complexity and intuitions that make us human. Trained at Mt. Sinai Medical School and Yale University Hospital in Internal Medicine, in 2003 she opened Functional Medicine and Integrative Care LLC. She has great success with IBS, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, Autoimmune problems, Toxicity and more, by creating individualized, realistic and comprehensive Personalized Wellness Plans. She consults in her New Milford, CT office, and also by phone or video using telemedicine.

HEALING ACID REFLUX HEALING ACID REFLUX NATURALLY

Susan Berman, Med, CHHC 860-670-4152 Susan@HealingAcidReflux.com HealingAcidReflux.com I work with health conscious individuals to help heal their acid reflux or GERD in order to avoid further damage to their esophagus and prevent esophageal cancer. Find your unique food and lifestyle triggers. I work with groups or 1:1 through a virtual classroom so you can be anywhere and still take the program.

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HOLISTIC HEALING CENTER SEA IN THE SKY, LLC

269 Church St, Ste 3, Hebron 860-530-1552 SeaInTheSkyHealing.com By appointment Experienced practitioners and therapists offering counseling and psychotherapy; Reiki; Celtic Reiki; shamanic healing; sound healing; yoga; massage; acupuncture; spiritual readings; meditation; and a variety of classes and workshops. See ad, page 30.

SHARING THE LIGHT WHOLISTIC CENTER, LLC

395 W Avon Rd, Avon 860-936-0012 Cheryl@SharingTheLightWC.com SharingTheLightWC.com Sharing the Light is your premier healing destination specializing in Traditional Usui Reiki Practitioner certification classes and sessions with Reiki Master Teachers; Crystal Dreaming; singing bowls; tuning forks; tai chi; yoga; reflexology; drum building; psychic readings; and AngelLinks. Visit website to view our calendar of events that includes programs with full-time and part-time practitioners. See ad, page 30.

HOLISTIC HEALTH GEMSTONE THERAPY INSTITUTE 860-646-3063 Education@GemFormulas.com LearnGem.com

Gemstone Therapy is the ground-breaking energy modality applying specific gemstone tools to initiate and sustain greater health. Local beginner and practitioner classes. See ad, page 21.

LOIS GRASSO AKA MIMI STEVENS Holistic Health Coach, Speaker, Author East Hartford-Glastonbury line 860-796-1480 Lois@LoisGrasso.com LoisGrasso.com

Eliminate painful symptoms and self-sabotage by transforming your breathing, thinking, and eating patterns into powertools. Experience unconditional acceptance and spiritual connection as together we upgrade your subconscious, using Transformational Breathwork, EFT/Tapping, Anger Clearing, Reverse Therapy and superfoods.

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HYPNOSIS REV. ROD KELLY, BOARDCERTIFIED HYPNOTIST BRIDGE Healing Arts Center 304 Main St, Farmington 860-216-8671 Rod@RodKelly.net EyeOfTheEagle.org

I am a board certified consulting hypnotist and teach others powerful self-healing skills.

I work with clients to help resolve personal and health issues, quickly, easily and permanently using hypnosis and The 5 Steps to Self-Wellness Protocol. Connecting to the Higher-Self is the key to minimize natural reluctance to change. See listing, page 2.

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Visit JudithDreyer.com for podcast listings and related blogs. On Spotify, iTunes, Google Music Play and YouTube: Judith Dreyer: https://goo.gl/hK7HU AtTheGardensGate@gmail.com Podcast, Holistic Nature of Us, takes us into healing our relationships with the natural world. Judith Dreyer, MS, BSN, founder and host, speaks to practitioners, educators, institutes and more all over the country to see what’s trending, what’s relevant and what innovations are happening today to build better bridges of understanding between ourselves and nature.

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MEDIUMSHIP KEIKO BROYLES

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NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE COLLABORATIVE NATURAL HEALTH PARTNERS

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ECLECTIC NATUROPATHIC MEDICAL CENTER, LLC

Kathleen M. Riley, ND Wilberto Lugo, ND 48 Christian Ln, Ste 203, Newington 860-665-1254 At ENMC, we specialize in providing gentle, effective treatments for acute and chronic illnesses for pediatrics through geriatrics. The doctors here use nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy, hydro-therapy, acupuncture, Bowen, and Frequency Specific Microcurrent. Our therapies are effective in treating allergies, digestive issues, muscle aches and pains, tick-borne illnesses, diabetes, hypertension, and other conditions.

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Vis Wellness Center 1845 Silas Deane Hwy, Rocky Hill (234)2-ACU-DOC • DrNicoleKlughers.com Info@DrNicoleKlughers.com Dr. Nicole Klughers offers comprehensive naturopathic care to restore optimal health and prevent disease. Dr. Nicole’s approach addresses the root cause of symptoms with all-natural solutions such as “Food as Medicine” with individualized nutrition, herbal medicine, nutrient therapies, acupuncture and more.

In-depth assessment is often done with detailed testing to evaluate the status of nutrients, hormones, inflammation, food sensitivities, toxins or digestive function.

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She looks at the whole patient, rather than individual parts and tries to address the root cause. Treatments include: dietary and lifestyle changes, nutritional supplements, herbs, and other natural therapies. Many commercial insurance plans accepted. See ad, page 15.

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The clinic offers the best of both worlds; our physicians are trained in conventional and natural approaches for diagnosis and treatment of many conditions. We combine science with the wisdom of nature to address the causes of disease, not only the symptoms. See ad, back cover.

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Eilis, a certified Rebirther, has completed Rebirthing and Advanced Rebirthing training.

She is a Reiki Master in Usui/ Raku-kei Reiki and Angelic Reiki. She teaches 13th Octave LaHoChi, Angel Light Healing, chakra balancing and other healing techniques. A transformational healing session supports you in healing all aspects of your life.

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Donna MacLean Gordon BRIDGE Healing Arts Center 304 Main St, Farmington 860-978-2938 MyHeartsourceWellness@gmail.com HeartsourceIntegrative.com I specialize in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) healing modalities such as Tui Na acupressure massage, medical qigong therapy, healing teas, Tong Ren healing, cupping, qigong and tai chi instruction, as well as Reiki healing and pastoral and spiritual counseling. I gently guide clients in the journey to wellness using various modalities, diet and positive lifestyle changes.

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Margaret Durbas, Owner/Director 730 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury 860-680-1482 JourneyOfYoga.com Inspiring health and happiness with Beginner, Vinyasa, Slow Flow, Gentle, Restorative, Meditation, Kid and Family Yoga. New Student Special: $50 for 30 days. Experienced students, deepen your practice or become a teacher with our 200 Hour Yoga Teaching Training. See ad, page 10.

YOGA CENTER OF COLLINSVILLE 10 Front St, Collinsville 860-693-YOGA (9642) info@YogaCenterCollinsville.com YogaCenterCollinsville.com

Experience yoga in the vibrant surroundings of historic Collinsville. Morning / evening classes available: Beginners, Gentle, Mixed, Advanced, Yogalates, Belly Dance and yoga for Kids. Drop-ins welcome! New student special: $50 for one month of unlimited yoga classes. See ad, page 5.

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