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THE SLEEP BRACELET
21 MANAGING VOLCANIC AIR POLLUTION
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26 MULTILEVEL HEALING
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28 DIVE INTOSWIMMING 10 Tips to Optimize Workouts
30 MIGHTY MINERALS What We Need to Stay Healthy
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Liquid Biopsy – Circulating Tumor Cell Testing Showing Promise for Identifying Effective Cancer Treatments and Monitoring Success
New advances are occurring in cancer treatment. One promising method is known as circulating tumor cell (CTC) and cancer gene targeting.
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n this process a patient’s own blood cells are tested to help detect cancer early, monitor progression and create an individual profile to determine which chemotherapeutic drugs, targeted gene therapy and natural substances may
provide the best treatment outcomes. Dr. Kevin Gibson, ND of Pacific Integrative Medicine, has been testing for CTCs in his practice for the past 18 years, to identify the best treatment plan and monitor effectiveness for his patients. The blood
test collects CTCs, the cells that have detached from the primary tumor and are carried into the blood. These cells have attributes that are related to the progression of the cancer and by detecting and isolating them, personalized treatments can be developed. The testing includes genetic profiling to guide targeted therapies, viability testing for the identification of natural substances that can be used in a complementary treatment strategy and determining which chemotherapy drugs could be most effective. The genetic aspect of the test shows whether the patient is an “accumulator” or “rapid metabolizer” of certain drugs. This helps to determine how effective a specific treatment is likely to be and to pinpoint the potential for how significant the side effects will be. A tumor consists of several subgroups of cells that demonstrate different features. The progress of the disease, it’s resistance to therapy and potential for relapse are driven by one subset referred to as the tumor initiating cells. These cells need to be studied at every phase of the disease to discover, analyze and screen the cancer cells to identify options for treatment, monitor results and delay the risk of relapse. Dr. Gibson will work with an individual and their oncologist to support their healing. Location: 1481 S King St, Ste 501, Honolulu. Call 808-955-9556 or email KevinGibsonND@gmail.com. See ad, page 27.
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Red Light Therapy
Sleep Apnea
May Help Control Blood Sugar Levels
How to Determine if You’re Affected
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e all wonder if we’re getting enough sleep and have heard of the debilitating effects of sleep apnea, which can range from weight gain to high blood pressure and heart disease. But how can we know if we’re affected? Fortunately, Dr. Dennis Nagata, DDS, is trained to evaluate sleep disorders and can provide a dental solution that is an alternative to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines. Understanding whether a sleep disorder is present and if a dental solution is appropriate first requires evaluating the quality of one’s sleep. One thing to look at is how sleepy a person is during normal daily activities. The Epworth Sleepiness scale asks questions that aide in the evaluation process. This questionnaire can be downloaded at SleepApnea.org, click on: Know Your Risk Level. This form asks questions about how likely one is to feel sleepy during activities such as riding in a car, watching television or reading. The answers to these questions will help Dr. Nagata to determine the level of sleep deprivation that a patient is experiencing. The second evaluation that can be done online is the Stop Bang questionnaire available at StopBang.ca/osa/Screening.php, which provides an interactive evaluation of a person’s risk factors for having a sleep disorder. The series of questions range from incidence of snoring, blood pressure, age and body mass index. The results of the evaluation will provide a score for how at risk a person is for a sleep disorder. The combination of these two evaluations will help an individual determine whether they should seek the help of a health professional for their sleep problems. Even without going through these questionnaires, anyone that feels that they’re having a problem is welcome to make an appointment with Dr. Nagata for an evaluation. To learn more, visit his website or call his office to make an appointment. 1888 Kalakaua Ave, Ste C-311, Honoluu. For more information, call 808-526-0670, or visit: DentalSleepMedicineHawaii.com. See ad, page 3.
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ed Light Healing Center (Kailua and Honolulu locations) regularly hears reports from clients that they are achieving progress in reducing their overall blood sugar levels through regular red-light treatments. While there has been research on the effect of light therapy on diabetic patients, additional studies need to be conducted to provide conclusive proof. In the meantime, the following describes the possible metabolic reactions that would contribute to the lowering of blood sugar levels. Improvements in microcirculation: Different proteins in the human body absorb and react to different wavelengths of light. When body tissues absorb photons, they are transformed into Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP). This is a type of energy that cells use to fuel cellular metabolism to repair and regenerate cells and facilitate healing. This improvement in the body’s ability to regenerate cells may support overall healthier blood sugar metabolism. The release of nitric oxide: The findings in a study dating back to 1993 by Corbett show that nitric oxide (NO) mediates a diabetic condition and aids in the release of insulin. This study found that light in the red spectrum stimulates the release of nitric oxide.
Inhibition of myeloperoxidase (MPO) production: When cellular receptor sites have been altered and do
not allow insulin to attach, type 2 diabetes results. A report by Makela in 2004 outlines the biochemical details of diabetes showing that the toxicity of a diabetic condition is aggravated by the elevated production of an enzyme called myeloperoxidase (MPO). Light therapy has been shown to inhibit the production of MPO.
Stimulation of the release of superoxide dismutase (SOD): People with diabetes have been found to
have excessive oxidative activity and toxins. The 2004 Makela study found that light therapy stimulates white blood cells in tissues to release the enzyme SOD, which is an anti-oxidative enzyme. This enzyme was found to improve diabetic conditions by controlling glucose.
Both Red Light Healing Center locations are open seven days a week. Their website features convenient on-line booking where sessions can be purchased individually or as part of a package. They offer new clients a complimentary first red-light therapy session that can be scheduled on their website by choosing the option “New Clients Click Here” or by calling them. Two Locations. 1090 Keolu Dr, #110, Kailua; and 1960 Kapiolani Blvd, #110, Honolulu. For more information, call 808425-4080 or visit RedlightHealing.com. See ad, page 48.
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Storytelling that Illuminates
A Special Presentation by Leslie Wilcox
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eslie Wilcox, CEO of Hawaii Public Television, will be the special guest at the Wahiawa Rainbow Seniors Club on Monday, September 10, from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Wahiawa Community Center. She will discuss Storytelling that Illuminates. Wilcox is a lifelong islander and former longtime print and broadcast journalist, who currently heads Hawai‘i’s statewide Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Her personal philosophy is to advance learning and discovery through storytelling that profoundly touches lives. People may recall Wilcox from her days as a top Hawai‘i news anchor and reporter, and co-founder of successful charity drives at two television stations. She has worked for four major television network affiliates — CBS, NBC, Fox and PBS. She coanchored a national PBS program, Asia Now, seen in 166 cities. She has received many recognitions over the years including 2016 Association of Fundraising Professionals/Aloha Chapter Leadership Award; 2014 Hawai‘i Institute for Public Affairs Leadership Award; 2013 International Women’s Forum “Women Who Make a Difference”; and 2012 Pacific Business News “Hawai‘i Business Woman of the Year, Nonprofit Sector.” She serves as trustee/board director of The Queen’s Health Systems and The Queen’s Medical Center; East West Center Foundation; and Pacific Islanders in Communications. Anyone interested in this enlightening talk about the art of storytelling is welcome to attend this Wahiawa Rainbow Seniors Club event.
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nyone looking to pick up GreenMax Pro will want to visit the Made in Hawaii Festival where Jeani Martin will be offering her amazing all-natural, clean-everything products. The festival is taking place August 17–19 at the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall and Arena. More information can be found on the festival website at MadeinHawaiiFestival.com. GreenMax Pro is plant-derived and can be used to clean the body, home, plants and animals. It cleans everything — vehicles, boats, kitchens, bathrooms, floors and driveways. It will remove makeup, calcium deposits, crayon marks and mold and mildew. It also stops the itch of bug bites and jelly fish stings. GreenMax Pro is made from a proprietary formula of kelp, tea tree oil, tumeric, geranium, eucalyptus, grapefruit seed extract and kukui oil. Not only does it clean everything without chemicals, it also smells wonderful! Jeani’s GreenMax Pro can replace all the chemical cleaning solutions currently being used. It can also be purchased on her website at GreenMaxPro.com, which is also a great place to read testimonials from people that have used her all-natural, organic products and achieved improved health and clean, safe, fresh-air homes. Location of the Festival: 777 Ward Avenue, Honolulu. Green Max Pro is available online at GreenMaxPro.com. You can reach Jeani at PO Box 8811, Honolulu, HI 96830, text her at 808-639-1845 or email her at GreenMaxPro@ gmail.com. See ad, page 9.
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ime4Change, the community and business development firm founded by Taylor Hoopii and Don Faumuina, continues to achieve excellence in all areas. They average a 4.95 out of 5.0 rating from the city and county attendees for classes that they facilitate. Their classes continue to grow in popularity and are highly sought after, with seats filled to capacity and people being placed on waiting lists for attendance. The respect for the value of their content has placed their new “ABC’s of Public Service” on the list of required classes for new supervisors for the City and County of Honolulu. Don Faumuina, Taylor Hoopi and Kaipo Paiva are listed as the top three trainers for the City and County of Honolulu. On a community level, T4C is supporting five Hawaii youths to attend the Klemmer & Associates Youth Leadership Camp 1.0 in Denver, Colorado. Three of these youths are personally sponsored through the T4C scholarship fund created in the spring of 2018. In addition, five Hawaii youths along with their parents will participate in the T4C PONO Academy’s Youth Excellence Program beginning with a leadership camp during the summer of 2019. To learn more about Time4Change or to schedule them for a workshop, call 808-2219943, email Info@Time4ChangeHI.com or visit Tinyurl.com/Time4ChangeHI. They can also be found on Facebook by searching Time4ChangeHI. See ad, page 32.
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People that drink moderately live longer than non-drinkers. Keep consumption to one or two glasses of wine per day and enjoy with friends.
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Blue Zones Update Things to Look for in Blue Zones Communities
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This principle is simply to find more ways to move around naturally. While lifting weights or joining a gym are certainly helpful, people in Blue Zones regions just move around a lot as part of their daily activities, like walking to the store or strolling after dinner, doing house work or growing a garden.
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People that have a sense of purpose are happier and live longer. Helping people learn how to find their sense of purpose and then taking action to achieve it is an important part of what Blue Zones does. It’s estimated that knowing one’s purpose can add seven years to life expectancy.
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Down Shift
Learning how to cope with stressful situations can lead to a happier and healthier life. Stress has been shown to lead to chronic inflammation and major age-related diseases. Establishing routines that help ward off stress will lead to a healthier and longer life.
80% Rule
Stop eating when feeling 80 percent full. This can make a major difference in maintaining a healthy weight.
Plant Slant
Eat more fruits and vegetables. Blue Zones people eat meat on average only about five times per month, that’s a little less than two meals a week. When having a meat serving, plan for 3-4 oz., about the size of a deck of cards.
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Family First
Blue Zones members put their families first. They keep elders nearby or in the home, they commit to a life partner, and love and spend time with their children.
fter studying the areas in the world called Blue Zones where people live longer and healthier lives — many reaching over 100 — researchers found nine principles that these communities shared. Named the Power 9, Blue Zones Hawaii is introducing them through the Blue Zones initiatives in our communities, helping people incorporate them in their daily activities. Here’s how they help.
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Of the 263 centenarians in the original Blue Zones study, all but five belonged to a faith-based community. It doesn’t seem to matter which denomination.
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Choose to associate with other health-seeking people to support positive habits.
Blue Zones Hawaii is ramping up activates across Hawaii now that the formal kickoff meetings have taken place. Here’s a summary of some of the events to look for:
Cooking Classes: These classes are a great way to learn to pre-
pare plant-based recipes. Eating healthy foods becomes a joy when they taste great!
Purpose Workshops: We each need a reason to wake up in the morning. Blue Zones research found that people with a sense of purpose live longer, are happier and more productive. The free, interactive workshops are designed to help everyone discover their own special gifts, passion and values. Volunteering: Community involvement is part of having a purpose. There are many volunteer opportunities with the Blue Zones Project or other community organizations. Moai: Many people set a goal to walk more because walking improves health. Setting the goal and actually getting out and walking are definitely two different things. Blue Zones sponsors Moai, which are community walking groups to help take the boredom out of walking. Moai is a great way to get more exercise and build friendships. Walking School Bus: The Blue Zones Walking School Bus
program organizes a group of children to walk to school together under the supervision of two or more adults. Research has shown that children that walk to school are more alert and ready to learn. They also strengthen their social networks and develop lifetime fitness habits. For more information on Blue Zones Project in Hawaii or to learn how to participate, visit Hawaii.BlueZonesProject.com. Follow Wahiawa’s activities on Facebook or Instagram @ BZPWahiawa, or via email at BlueZonesProjectWahiawa@sharecare.com.
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Aloha Palo Santo Mystical Holy Wood From the Incas by Karen Charron
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loha Palo Santo was created by Luis Meza Cuadra and Liubov Ayloyan in honor of their Hawaii born son, Kailash. It’s out of their respect and love for Hawaii that they want to introduce everyone to Palo Santo, the mystical tree from South America. In Spanish, Palo Santo means “Holy Wood.” It’s one of the most fragrant woods in the world and is related to frankincense, myrrh and copal. It has a sweet and citric fragrance that helps to reduce stress and anxiety, enhance clarity and concentration, and restore balance. Its uplifting scent helps with meditation, enhances creativity and promotes positive feelings of joy. Overall, Palo Santo helps provide a deeper feeling of being grounded and connected to all creation. Luis and Liubov have a long-term relationship with the artisans of Peru that hand craft powerful and beautiful jewelry from sustainably harvested Palo Santo wood. Living trees are not cut to
create the Palo Santo products, only fallen branches and deceased trees are used. It’s only after the natural aging process occurs that the wood acquires the beneficial components that are found in the tree. The wood is used to create jewelry and burning sticks (incense), and is vapor distilled to obtain its essential oil. Used in energetic cleansing and healing, Palo Santo has been used for a millennium by priests and homeopaths in South America. Shamans, medicinal people of the Incas, and the indigenous people of the Andes would burn Palo Santo wood as incense for spiritual purifying, energy clearing and healing. It’s believed that the smoke has medicinal and therapeutic healing power. Some of the many uses and benefits of Palo Santo that have been reported are: Relaxer and De-Stressor: Inhaling the scent of Palo Santo helps turn on the body’s relaxation response and reduces anxiety and insomnia. Wearing the jewelry or placing several drops of the essential oil (in a carrier oil such as coconut oil) and applying it to the head, neck, chest or spine helps to reduce stress. It can be used to aid in falling asleep. Joint and Muscle Pain Reducer: Applying several drops of Palo Santo oil to the point of pain can help reduce the discomfort of arthritis, injuries, chronic neck or back pain, and sore muscles. Headache Treatment: People have reported that exposure to Palo Santo can relieve migraines and stress-related headaches. It has been shown to lower inflammation and increase blood flow that can help turn off perceived pain. Cold or Flu Treatment: Palo Santo is known to fight infections and viruses that can cause a cold or the flu. It improves blood circulation and recharges energy levels to help people feel better faster and stop the severity of symptoms such as dizziness, congestion and nausea. Bug and Mosquito Repellent: Burning Palo Santo wood has been historically used as a way to repel bugs. Combining the oil with water and spraying on clothes is also effective. Household Cleaner: Palo Santo is great for cleaning; it can help reduce odors, bacteria and viruses. Aloha Palo Santo offers a wide range of Palo Santo products including bracelets, malas (prayer beads), burning sticks and essential oils. Visit their website to learn more and acquire Palo Santo items. Location: 1330 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu. For more information, call 808-208-7167, email Info@AlohaPaloSanto.com or visit AlohaPaloSanto.com. See ad, page 11. August 2018
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The maxim “less is more” applies well to skin care and personal hygiene. Overuse of products is costly and increases pollution. Both genders are prone to overdoing it when it comes to basic activities like washing, shampooing and shaving. Here are some helpful tips. Take fewer showers and spend less time in the shower to conserve water. A study by the Water Research Foundation ranks showers as the second-highest residential use of water at 20 percent, just behind toilets, at 24 percent. Some traditional soaps can strip natural skin oils. Dr. Doris Day, a dermatologist in New York City, suggests products labeled as “cleaner”, such as a body wash formulated to add moisture back into skin. An estimated 2 billion disposable razors are discarded annually in the U.S. Helpful ideas include using a long-handled safety razor to shave women’s legs; positioning it at a 20-degree angle with the proper pressure can significantly increase a blade’s lifespan, saving money and the environment. To streamline our personal care routine, Treehugger. com suggests we completely use up existing products, resist seasonal fads and new colors, and use products that serve multiple roles. For example, a good oil can serve as a makeup remover, skin and face moisturizer, lip balm, frizz tamer and shaving lotion. For men’s aftershave, it’s healthier to go natural, avoiding perfumed products that contain petroleumbased chemicals. ChasingGreen.org recommends makers like Weleda, Herbal Choice, Burt’s Bees and Aubrey Organics, which offer skin toners and balms with natural ingredients like sunflower, coconut, lemon, St. John’s wort, witch hazel, myrrh, shea butter, beeswax and essential oils, including organic jojoba seed oils. Note that some products labeled as organic and natural can include synthetic chemicals when the term organic doesn’t apply to the entire formula.
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Soulistic Holistics Hawaii
Providing Healing by Balancing the Body, Mind and Soul Soraya Faris Applegate, LAc, founder of Soulistic Holistics in Kaneohe, believes that achieving optimal health and happiness requires balancing all aspects of a person — body, mind and soul.
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hen establishing her clinic, she wanted the name to reflect all the healing opportunities and modalities offered for obtaining that balance including acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine, Kundalini Yoga, sound healing, Reiki, meditation, nutrition and life coaching. Including the word holistic was important for encompassing the healthcare aspects of her practice that treats the person as a whole being. She also looked for a word to express how her treatments focus on the spirit/essence/soul to reconnect the
body, mind and soul into one. For that, she invented the term soulistic. Soraya is a licensed acupuncturist who moved to Hawaii to study acupuncture under 64th generation Taoist Master, Dr. Chang Yi Hsiang. Acupuncture is rooted in the ancient Taoist philosophy that views a person as an energy system in which body, mind and spirit are unified, each influencing and balancing the other, unlike conventional medicine which attempts to isolate and
separate a disease from a person, or one part of the body from another. The ancient sages of Taoism mapped out life patterns by spending time observing how the stars, seasons and the natural world moved. They discovered that Chi flows through the cosmos from the largest planets to the tiniest molecules in our bodies. By balancing and harnessing this Chi/lifeforce, and by living in harmony with nature, we can achieve optimum health and happiness. Soulistic Holistics offers a range of naturopathic therapies that are used synergistically to help patients achieve overall balance, optimum health, vitality and happiness. The following list shows where Soulistic Holistics Hawaii’s multi-level, holistic approach can help: BResolve B chronic conditions by treating the root cause of health issues BResolve B acute conditions by treating the symptoms BBoost B immunity BDetox B the body and mind BBuild B willpower to help free oneself from addictions BSleep B more soundly at night and be more relaxed during the day BBalance B the endocrine system, hormones and chakras BFeel B calmer and less stressed BEnjoy B new levels of well-being and happiness BFeel B the connection to universal energy BKnow B that everyone is a vibrational energy and that individuals can change their vibration BSee B the connection between health challenges and state of mind BLearn B how to live in harmony with the flow of Chi through the body Anyone looking to achieve their optimum states of health and happiness can contact Soraya at Soulistic Holistics Hawaii for a consultation. Soulistic Holistics Hawaii is located in Kaneohe. For more information, call 808-721-3083 or visit SoulisticHolisticsHawaii. com. See ad, page 33.
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Take Magnesium to Metabolize Vitamin D Vitamin D can’t be metabolized without sufficient magnesium levels. Thus, it remains stored and inactive for as many as 50 percent of Americans on nutrient-poor diets, reports a research review in the Journal of the American Osteopathic Association. “Without magnesium, vitamin D is not really useful or safe,” says study co-author Mohammed S. Razzaque, Ph.D., a professor of pathology at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, in Erie, Pennsylvania. As a consequence, taking vitamin D supplements can increase a person’s calcium and phosphate levels, even if they remain vitamin D deficient, he explains; and that can lead to vascular calcification if their magnesium levels aren’t sufficient. The magnesium factor may explain why vitamin D supplementation doesn’t necessarily help vitamin D deficiency-related disorders such as skeletal deformities, cardiovascular diseases and metabolic syndrome. Natural sources of magnesium include almonds, cashews and other nuts, bananas, beans, broccoli, brown rice, egg yolks, fish oil, green vegetables, mushrooms, oatmeal, soybeans, sweet corn, tofu, whole grains, and pumpkin, sesame, sunflower and flax seeds.
Turmeric Helps Heal Skin Ailments Turmeric, with its renowned anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, seems to improve a number of skin conditions when taken topically or orally, concludes a review of clinical studies published in Phytotherapy. Researchers at Drexel University, in Philadelphia, and the University of California, Sacramento, selected the 10 strongest clinical studies on turmeric out of 234 published. They concluded that this spice, with its active ingredient curcumin, was effective in treating acne, oral lichen planus (mouth inflammation), pruritus (itchy skin), psoriasis, radiodermatitis (a side effect of radiation treatment), diabetic microangiopathy (bleeding of small blood vessels) and diabetic edema (swelling). Studies on other skin conditions were either inconsistent or ineffective, the report concluded.
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Fiber Lowers Blood Sugar In a study that offers hope for people with Type 2 diabetes, Rutgers University researchers have shown that a diet high in diverse fibers promotes the growth of certain gut bacteria, leading to improved blood glucose control, increased insulin production and improved average blood glucose (A1C) levels. In the six-year study published in Science, 27 diabetes patients in China were fed a diet of whole grains, Traditional Chinese Medicinal foods and prebiotics for up to 86 days, while a group of 16 similar patients ate a similar diet with less fiber. All took the diabetes drug acarbose, which helps turn starch into fiber. By the study’s end, 89 percent of those on the high-fiber diet and 50 percent of the lower-fiber diet group reached blood sugar levels in the normal range. Researchers theorized that the fiber increased numbers of the specific bacteria that break down carbohydrates, producing shortchain fatty acids that nourished gut-lining cells, reduced inflammation and helped control appetite. A shortage of short-chain fatty acids has been associated with Type 2 diabetes and other diseases.
Sodas Lower Fertility Women that drink one or more sugary sodas a day are 25 percent less likely each month to become pregnant. Men drinking the same amount are 33 percent less likely each month to father a child. Boston University School of Medicine researchers studied 1,045 men and 3,828 women that were tested for a period up to 12 menstrual cycles. Energy drinks had an even greater fertility-lowering effect than sugar-laden drinks; fruit juices and diet sodas had little impact.
Screentime Overdose Means Unhappy Teens Teens that spend the most time staring at screens while playing games, texting, surfing the Internet or engaging in social media tend to be unhappier than those with less screen time, reports a San Diego State University study of more than a million teens.
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Parrot Prosthetics 3-D Printers Help Rehabilitate Animals
Pete, a 34-year-old Amazon parrot, received a boot-like prosthesis made by a 3-D printer from a customized mold after his leg was ripped off by a fox. A day later, he was not only already starting to accept it, but also realized he could place his weight on it. “That in itself is revolutionary for a bird,” says Veterinarian LaToya Latney, service head and attending clinician of the Exotic Companion Animal Medicine and Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine’s Ryan Hospital, known as Penn Vet. “He gets it.” In another case of an interspecies application of new medical technology, Lola, a Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle, the most endangered species of marine turtle, suffered injuries so extensive that a flipper was amputated. Losing a limb can make it difficult for a turtle to avoid predators or chase after prey. At the Key West Aquarium, in Florida, Iok Wong, Samantha Varela and Vivian Liang, three recent engineering graduates from the Worcester Polytechnic Institute, in Massachusetts, used their specialized skills and 3-D printing to create an effective, low-cost prosthetic turtle flipper.
Climate Consensus
Researchers Raise Red Flags
A research paper, World Scientists’ Warning to Humanity: A Second Notice, published in the journal Bioscience about the fate of humanity, has received more than 20,000 signatures and endorsements from scientists in 184 countries. Meanwhile, if humans don’t reduce greenhouse gas emissions drastically and maintain carbon sinks like forests within 10 years, the impact on our climate will be catastrophic, according to the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis. Researchers there have developed a model that they believe could do the trick; it calls for fossil fuel consumption to be reduced to less than 25 percent of the global energy supply by 2100, a drastic cut from the 95 percent being used now. Deforestation also must be cut significantly to lead to a 42 percent decrease in cumulative emissions. The target is in line with the Paris agreement on climate change, which 194 countries have signed, but not the United States. 18
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Dolly Parton Donates Millions of Books Singer Dolly Parton donated the 100 millionth book of her career via her nonprofit Imagination Library earlier this year. She began in 1995, donating books to children in her home state of Tennessee. Now, Imagination Library mails 1 millionplus books per month to children around the world. Parton celebrated the milestone by donating to and giving a reading at the Library of Congress. “My daddy couldn’t read and write, and that always troubled and bothered him, so I wanted to do something special for him,” says Parton. “I got the idea to start this program and let my dad help me with it, and he got to live long enough to hear the kids call me the ‘book lady.’”
Plog On
Picking Up Litter While Jogging Becomes a Winning Trend
Sweden’s latest fitness craze, plogging, is a mashup of jogging and the Swedish plocka upp, meaning pick up, in this case, litter. There are plogging groups in Scandinavia, Germany and other parts of Europe. According to the Swedish fitness app Lifesum, which makes it possible for users to track plogging activity, a half-hour of jogging while picking up trash will burn 288 calories for the average person, compared with 235 via jogging alone. A brisk walk expends about 120 calories. The Washington Post reports that in the U.S., it’s just starting to catch on among exercisers fed up with rubbish along their routes. They carry trash bags and pluck litter and recyclables off sidewalks and bushes wearing gardening gloves for safety. The environmental organization Keep America Beautiful recently started promoting plogging to encourage trash-free communities, putting out the #plogging message to its 600 affiliates. Spokesman Mike Rosen reports that response has been surprisingly robust.
Big Melt
North Pole Rises Above Freezing
March 20 is normally close to the coldest season at the North Pole, but an extraordinary thaw swelled over the tip of the planet this year. Analyses show that the temperature warmed to the melting point as an enormous storm pumped an intense pulse of heat through the Greenland Sea. Temperatures may have soared as high as 35 degrees, reports the U.S. Global Forecast System model. Such extreme warm intrusions in the Arctic, once rare, are becoming routine, research has shown. A study published in Geophysical Research Letters in July 2017 found that since 1980, these events are becoming more frequent, longer-lasting and more intense. Study author Robert Graham, from the Norwegian Polar Institute, says, “Previously, this was not common. It happened in four years between 1980 and 2010, but has now occurred in four out of the last five winters.” The events are related to the decline of winter sea ice in the Arctic, with last January’s the lowest on record.
Sinking City
Rising Sea Levels Threaten San Francisco
A paper published in the journal Science Advances reports sea-level rise projections for San Francisco and the Bay Area in California that had not previously factored in a geological phenomenon called subsidence—the settling or sinking of the land. When too much groundwater is pumped out of aquifers, the land on top sinks. In San Francisco, subsidence is occurring in areas developed atop artificial landfill and mud deposits. The area around the bay is in jeopardy of being underwater by 2100, and factoring in subsidence increases the projected amount of land underwater from 46 to 166 square miles, including half the runways at San Francisco International Airport.
Hyperloop Hyper-Speed
Innovative Shortcut to Faster Travel
A Hyperloop is a proposed vacuumtube mode of passenger or freight transportation moving enclosed capsules along on thin cushions of air; it was first named in an opensource “vactrain” design released by a joint team from Elon Musk’s Tesla and SpaceX companies. It could offer an affordable, low-carbon and super-fast alternative to current transportation systems. Flying between Amsterdam and Paris usually takes an hour, but can be longer due to security procedures. Currently, the same trip on a Thalys railway fast train takes three hours and 17 minutes. Hyperloop passenger group and cargo capsules can theoretically travel at more than 700 miles per hour, thus making the journey in about 30 minutes. Hyperloop seems ideally suited to a small continent with many large urban centers. The Dutch team that won the SpaceX Hyperloop competition is rapidly working toward a commercial solution to connect all of Europe. Hardt Global Mobility has the backing of the Technical University of Delft, Dutch railway company Nederlandse Spoorwegen and multinational construction company BAM.
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Raising Kids Is All About Relationships
useful to have someone that can help both of you understand your way through relationship dynamics.” Everyone has a relationship style that is linked to their personality style. That mix of relationship styles dictates how decisions are made in every relationship. In the same way that a husband can benefit from learning to be a better listener by understanding his wife’s relationship style, Beverly says that a parent can become a better parent by learning to understand their children’s relationship styles. “It’s important to know if your child is led by their heart or by their head — are they a thinker or a feeler,” Beverly explains. “Are they a kinesthetic learner, an auditory learner, or are they a visual learner? Knowing these things, along with your own styles, will help change the way you guide interactions and result in more positive outcomes.” A recent client that came to see Beverly for anxiety help at Hawaii Hypnosis Center mentioned that one stressor was her two teenage boys that couldn’t seem to get along. The older boy, the client explained, was aggressive and mean to the younger. The two constantly fought and they both fought efforts by their parents to calm things down. Digging into her training and experience with
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s an experienced relationship coach, Beverly Craddock is used to working with couples that are experiencing challenges. More recently though, quite a few parentchild relationships are also finding powerful benefits from using a relationship coach to improve life at home. “Having a relationship coach isn’t just for couples anymore,” Beverly says. “We’ve recently worked with parents and teens to improve communication, as well as parents with younger kids, to help them understand their child’s learning styles and stress triggers.” San Francisco pediatrician Nadine Burch Harris has found that even health outcomes are more positive when parent and child are involved in learning how to ease things around the house. Burch Harris wrote about her experiences working with poor families in the Bay Area in her book, The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity. Nadine says that intervening at the relationship level can quickly improve not only a child’s weight issues or educational deficiencies but can also improve things like parental work performance. “Relationships are tricky,” Beverly, who co-owns Hawaii Relationship Coaching and Hawaii Hypnosis Center, says. “While a couple can call it quits if things get tough, parents and children must find a way to make things work if both are going to be healthy.” Beverly is quick to point out that having a coach is different from seeing a psychologist or other mental health professional. “We aren’t doctors,” she says. “Doctors help sick people. Coaches help regular people that have regular challenges. If someone is dealing with schizophrenia or major depressive disorder, they need to work with a psychiatrist and psychologist to address the full spectrum of disease. But if you’re a parent that can’t have a talking conversation with your teenage daughter, it can be really
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relationship styles, Beverly was able to help the mom understand that the two boys were exhibiting different ways of processing their roles in the family. The older boy was more of a head-led thinker like dad, while the younger son was a heart-led feeler like mom. By understanding the full family dynamic, the mom was now better able to communicate with the boys in more useful ways and help them understand one another. Stress was reduced, and the client also experienced a decline in the original complaint of anxiety. In her ebook, The Heart and the Head, Beverly approaches differences in relationship styles for couples, but she’s really finding that all human interaction is guided by these relationship styles. “As a coach, I’ve even found that these relationship skills can dramatically improve relationships between a manager and an employee or help people better understand their own friends,” Beverly concludes. “Relationship coaching isn’t just for couples anymore.” Randy Hampton is a writer, social scientist, hypnotist and blogger living in Honolulu. See ad, page 9.
Managing Volcanic Air Pollution
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he volcanic eruptions of Kilauea are creating health problems for residents of the Big Island and beyond. At the time of this writing, Fissures 8 and 22 in the lower East Rift Zone continue to spew lava that is flowing to the ocean, entering it at multiple points. While the effects of molten lava and its destructive forces are obvious, the impact of toxic gases and particles can also be devastating. Everyone is affected by toxic air quality. Immediate effects may include headaches, loss of concentration, burning eyes, skin irritations and sore throats. For those with chronic respiratory problems including allergies and asthma, volcanic air pollution can have serious consequences, possibly even triggering a life-threatening crisis. Eruptions of Kilauea affect not only the residents of the Big Island, but also the residents of the rest of Hawaii and other Pacific islands as far away as Micronesia according to ABC news. On the Big Island, exposure to sulfur dioxide and volcanic ash can trigger health problems. When the volcanic gasses react with sunlight, oxygen and moisture, they form VOG (volcanic smog). VOG is often visible and is capable of traveling long distances. In addition, when lava enters the ocean it creates “laze”, a corrosive seawater plume that contains hydrochloric acid and fine volcanic particles that can irritate skin, eyes and lungs.
The EPA advises youngsters, oldsters and those with respiratory and cardiac problems to stay indoors when VOG is present. This good advice misses some important considerations that may be affecting indoor air quality and its impact on health. Air Infiltration - Even though windows and doors are closed, a certain amount of outside air leaks inside and can affect indoor air quality. Most older homes have a relatively high infiltration rate. That means that polluted outside air can affect indoor air quality. Newer homes may be well sealed and have a lower infiltration rate. However, this can also create problems if furniture or construction materials are off-gassing, as these chemicals can be trapped in indoor air. Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS) - If anyone is sensitive to VOG, they may also be sensitive to other chemicals that are in the home. Multiple chemical sensitivities are a common problem. If items in the home are off-gassing, or if an individual is exposed to chemical solvents, MCS could be adding to their health problems. Common Allergies - Allergies to pollen, dust mites, pet saliva or mold may weaken the immune system and make a person more susceptible to volcanic air pollutants.
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To improve indoor air quality, consider obtaining a high-quality HEPA air cleaner with a carbon filter. While there are many fine products on the market, the Austin Air HealthMate Plus is a remarkable air cleaner for both airborne particles and chemicals. It has over 15lbs of activated granulated charcoal blended with zeolite and the chemisorber potassium iodide to help breakdown chemicals into small molecules that are more easily adsorbed by the filter. This special blend of charcoal removes over 3,000 chemicals from the air including sulfur dioxide, sulfur trioxide, formaldehyde and toluene. This filter is especially suited to inner cities, artist’s studios, nail salons and toxic environments. For particles, the HealthMate Plus has over 60 square feet of HEPA media (High Efficiency Particulate Arresting). HEPA is the highest standard for air filtration on the market. A true medical grade HEPA filter catches 99.7 percent of all particulates larger than 0.3 microns and 95 percent of all particles larger than 0.1 microns. Volcanic ash and other allergens are trapped in three particle filters of the HealthMate Plus. In addition to an unusually large amount of filter media, the Austin Air has a powerful fan that moves over 250 cubic feet of air per minute, quietly and efficiently. David Frome, physical therapist and acupuncturist, is a recognized leader in the field of environmental health and is on a mission to help other people improve their lives by improving the quality of their indoor air. For the past 15 years, his company, The Air Cleaner Store, has offered high quality air cleaning solutions including the Austin Air HealthMate Plus. David is offering a free webinar on Indoor Air Quality and VOG on Saturday, August 11, at 10 a.m. For more information, visit TheAirCleanerStore. com, call 877-432-1247 or email David@ TheAirCleanerStore.com. See ad, page 9.
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Simplified Parenting Why Less Means More Happiness by Deborah Shouse
Parents wishing to simplify child-raising seek less stress and more fun; less scheduling and more casual time; less “shoulds” and more “want-tos” less second-guessing and more confidence.
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or a happier family life, experts encourage parents to stay true to their own values, strengths and sense of family purpose, focusing on the wonders of their children instead of endless daily tasks. It begins with each child feeling loved.
Learn Love Languages
For Gary Chapman, Ph. D., author of The 5 Love Languages of Children: The Secret to Loving Children Effectively, understanding each child’s particular needs for touch, affirming words, quality time, gifts or acts of service is foundational to parenting success. “Other than security, a child’s deepest need is to feel loved,” says Chapman, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. “If their love tank is full, children grow up emotionally healthy. Knowing a child’s preferred language helps parents effectively communicate their feelings. The question is not, ‘Do you love your children?’ It’s, ‘Do your children feel loved?’” As Chapman arrives home, his son rushes to hug him, grinning while his dad tousles his hair. Chapman’s daughter often 22
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calls out, “Dad, come into my room. I want to show you something.” This is how he communicates with each child in their primary love language. Parents learn their children’s preferred communication style by observing their behavior, noticing how they express love and listening to them. They can also offer options and track results. For example: n Would you like to take the dog to the park (quality time) or for me to help you study for a test (acts of service)? n Would you like to wrestle (touch) or shop for your new shoes (gift)? “Ideally, we offer heavy doses of the child’s primary language and sprinkle in the others,” says Chapman. “Children who feel loved respond better to suggestions and discipline. They also learn how to express their feelings.”
Avoid Unreal Idealizing
Some parents carry a mental snapshot of their ideal child, perhaps envisioning a kid that is into sports or even-tempered or academically gifted. Often, that picture is very different from the actual child. The first step to truly accepting the child is to allow ourselves to feel whatever authentic feelings pop up. The parent might think, “I love my son, but am struggling; I adore sports and may never get to share that with him.” “Give yourself time to process disappointment,” advises Susan Stiffelman, a Los Angeles marriage and family therapist, mother of one and author of Parenting Without Power Struggles: Raising Joyful, Resilient Kids While Staying Cool, Calm and Connected. “Then identify the things you love about your kids and share those with them.” As just one example, we might convey that we love the sound of their voice and how gentle they are with the baby. “Appreciating our children as they are is one way to keep our hearts open,” says Stiffelman.
Simply Raising Children Resources A Fine Parent, blog, Sumitha Bhandarkar, AFineParent.com/blog Edit Your Life, podcast, Asha Dornfest, EditYourLifeShow.com The book Parent Hacks:134 Genius Shortcuts for Life with Kids, by Asha Dornfest
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Focus on the Good
When Barbara Unell, a parent educator and author of Discipline With Love and Limits: Calm, Practical Solutions to the 43 Most Common Childhood Behavior Problems, birthed twins, she was initially daunted by the work of caring for them. Then she began simplifying by focusing on the “wow” factors. “Being a parent speaks to the core of our humanity. Experiencing the growth and development of a human being is miraculous. I started looking at parenting through that lens,” says Unell, who lives in the Leawood, Kansas, area. Asha Dornfest, of Portland, Oregon, a podcaster, co-author of Minimalist Parenting: Enjoy Modern Family Life More by Doing Less and mother of two, relates, “I paid more attention to my values and my family’s unique needs and was less influenced by parenting experts, social pressures and well-meaning peers.” Dornfest explored her own values by asking, “What did I learn from my parents?” and, “How do I want my family to be different?” She also practiced trusting her intuition. “Even when I’m not certain I’m right, I know I love my children, I’m doing my best, and I’ll make adjustments if necessary,” she says.
Create Rhythm and Rituals
Rhythmic activities ease the anxiety of family transitions and furnish warm solidarity, consistency and connectedness. “Increasing the predictability of meals, bedtime and other rituals also improves family life,” says Davina Muse, a mental health counselor and mother of two from Great Barrington, Massachusetts. Muse serves as training director for Simplicity Parenting, a program based on Kim John Payne’s book Simplicity Parenting: Using the Extraordinary Power
of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier, and More Secure Kids that offers a connective ritual families can merge with mealtimes. Each person describes a “rose” (one good thing from the day) or a “thorn” (one challenging thing) and a “bud” (one thing they’re anticipating). Such sharing builds a family connection and helps kids discuss difficult issues, notes Muse. Also, “Describing the bud lifts everyone’s mood.” Every Friday evening, the Dornfests share a Sabbath dinner, a low-key way for them to gather and talk. “This ritual adds a rhythm to our week and anchors us,” says Dornfest.
Elect De-Stress Over Distress
Everyone can sometimes become overscheduled and overwhelmed; a balance between scheduled time and downtime is necessary to well-being. In her daily checkin, Dornfest confers with herself and her husband, inquiring, “How are things going? Are they too hectic? Is our schedule energizing or draining?” She advises, “When I feel like I’m riding a runaway train, I slow down. There seem to be so many ‘shoulds’ in parenting; we instead need to discover what our family loves.” Before enlisting a child for an activity, Dornfest suggests we ask why it’s important: Are you making up for your own missed opportunities as a child? Are you worried your child will miss out? Do you equate these lessons with being a good and caring parent? Parenting is more than checking off lists and tasks. It’s about being connected with children. Build in playtime, roughhousing, chase each other around the yard, toss balloons or balls together, blow bubbles and welcome opportunities for laughter.
Soothing Quiet Time
Children that act out or withdraw may not have enough downtime. Take the kids outside to play. “Nature is very soothing,” says Muse. “Climb-
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ncorporating love throughout the day keeps a child’s tank full. Consider these tips from love languages expert Gary Chapman.
Physical Touch – Get Close ¤ Greet the child with a hug ¤ Stroke their hair while they talk about a challenging day ¤ Snuggle while watching TV
Affirmations – Encouraging Words ¤ Put a positive note in the child’s lunch box ¤ Appreciate something the child did or said ¤ Create an encouragement jar, with praising words to use as needed
Quality Time – Periods of Undivided Attention ¤ Ask a specific question about their day that elicits discussion ¤ Schedule a date with each child ¤ Create something together, like a photo album
Gifts – Tangible Expressions of Love ¤ Make a special meal or dessert; maybe do it together ¤ Have some small gifts the child can choose from as rewards for positive actions ¤ Seek natural gifts, like a special feather, stone or flower
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ing trees, searching for rocks and pine cones, playing with dirt, sticks, water and leaves all offer healing down time.” To escape from worries and distractions, Stiffelman suggests three or four minutes of meditation or simply designated quiet time. For little ones, lay a stuffed teddy bear on the child’s tummy and have them notice how the animal is moving. A parent and child can also be aware of the sounds they are hearing, plus incorporate a little mindful breathing into the bedtime ritual.
Know the Power of Space
Most parents think their children would go crazy if half their toys and books were removed, but this isn’t true. “My trainers and I have worked with thousands of parents on decluttering, and the results have been powerful,” says Muse. The Simplicity Parenting approach encourages parents to discard broken toys, give away anything no longer being played with and attractively store current playthings. She observes, “As you decrease the quantity of toys and clutter, you increase the child’s attention and capacity for deep play.”
Build Resilience
Simplifying parenting means
releasing the notion that children must be happy, well-behaved and delighted with life and their parents at all times. Unell used the daily multitasking challenges with her twins as exercises in developing resilience and modeling these skills for them. If children spill milk, the parent comments, “No big deal. We all spill things.” When there’s a minor accident, “Let’s just get towels and clean it up.” A resilient attitude is, “Something goes wrong, we fix it.” It’s also about being flexible and coping with disappointment. “To build resilience, parents need to feel comfortable in the presence of an unhappy child,” says Stiffelman. “If parents don’t allow children to be disappointed, kids can become rigid, lack confidence and struggle with unreasonable expectations.” During meltdowns or disappointments, she recommends sitting quietly, listening, and then empathizing and helping put the children’s feelings into words. “This is not the time to lecture or advise,” she says. “Upset children can’t really listen.” Yet, they can be heard—a key way to help them mature. Parents that learn to simplify happily discover
that their children feel calmer and more loved, socially and emotionally adept, and resilient. Concepts focused on creating connections, rather than parenting perfection, are easy to weave into everyday life. Deborah Shouse is a writer, speaker, editor, dementia advocate, parent and grandmother. She’s also the author of Connecting in the Land of Dementia: Creative Activities to Explore Together (DementiaJourney.org).
True Happy Meals
When there’s a little time and energy, use these ideas to connect. ¤ Start by smiling upon seeing the kids. ¤ Throw together an impromptu picnic and eat on the living room floor, in the yard or at the park. ¤ Ask the kids to read aloud while parents cook. ¤ Balance a soft item on a spoon held between the teeth and stage a fun race. ¤ While cooking, keep kids busy prepar ing a restaurant-style menu, a place setting with utensils wrapped in paper napkins and a way to take orders. ¤ Put on aprons and whip up homemade pizza, cupcakes or something unusual, like BLT pancake sandwiches. ¤ Buy write-on, wipe-off place mats and have kids doodle while they wait to eat.
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¤ Dress up for dinner. Wear old Halloween costumes, put clothes on backwards or eat in pajamas. ¤ Share thanks. Everyone shares one thing they are grateful for. Source: Adapted from 101 Fun Things To Do With Kids To Enjoy Everyday Family Life, by Sumitha Bhandarkar
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Erling Kagge on Our Deep Need For Silence by Randy Kambic
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xplorer, publisher, art collector and author Erling Kagge inspires us to find silence around and within us as a transformative experience. The lengths he’s gone to make himself an authority in this pursuit include being the first person to complete the Three Poles Challenge on foot—the North and South poles and Mount Everest summit. He has also traveled to Japan to meditate and practice yoga. The Norwegian’s seventh book, Silence: In the Age of Noise, selected as a 2017 Great Read from the Indie Next List, recounts his experiences and presents observations of many past and present poets, philosophers, artists and other explorers—including Plato, Aristotle, Søren Kierkegaard, Oliver Sacks, Blaise Pascal, Martin Heidegger, Ludwig Wittgenstein, Stendhal, Denis Diderot and Mark Rothko—in exploring where we find silence and how to invoke it to improve well-being. It provokes reader reflection, demonstrating the kind of active engagement Kagge believes silence invites. He explores why it’s essential to our sanity and happiness and how it can open doors to wonder and gratitude. Kagge, whose previous books address exploration, philosophy and art collecting, runs Kagge Forlag, a publishing company in Oslo, where he lives.
Why do you consider silence, “the new luxury”, more important now than ever before? Silence in itself is rich. It is a quality, something exclusive and luxurious, and also a
When they come to the end of it, the poor wretches realize too late that for all this time, they have been preoccupied in doing nothing.” Everything Earthly can be snatched away in an instant. Life is long if you know how to use it. Even if we were to live 1,000 years, our lives would feel short if we threw away this present time. We exist, but few of us actually live.
What have been the most helpful takeaways from your experiences? Your mind—in silence—can be wider than the sky. Silence is about getting inside what you are doing—experiencing, rather than overthinking, and not living through electronic devices and other people.
Where may silence be found? It’s easier to find silence than many people think or believe. I walked alone to the South Pole for 50 days and nights under the midnight sun in search of total silence; but I never found it before I turned inwards toward inner silence and uncovered forgotten sides of a universe just as mysterious as outer space. One universe stretches outward, the other inward.
Are there practical steps to achieve a state of silence?
Which insight from the great thinkers cited in your latest book means the most to you?
You can shut out the world and fashion your own inner silence whenever you run, cook food, have sex, study, chat, work, think of a new idea, read or dance. Silence is not about turning your back on your surroundings, but the opposite; it’s seeing the world a bit more clearly, staying on a course and aiming to love your life as much as you can. I had to use my legs to go far away in order to discover this, but I now know it’s possible to reach silence anywhere. One only needs to subtract. It’s about finding your own South Pole.
The Roman philosopher Seneca, 2,000 years ago, said, “Life is very short and anxious for those who forget the past, neglect the present and fear the future.
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practical resource for living a richer life. Silence is a deep human need that in our age, has ended up being scarcer than plastic bags from Louis Vuitton. To me, silence is a key to unlock new ways of thinking. I wanted to write about silence because I consider it nearly extinct.
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Multilevel Healing Embracing All Dimensions of Well-Being
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r. Wayne Jonas’ curiosity was piqued after hearing stories of patients that have experienced healing from chronic illnesses or reclaimed well-being without following conventional medical advice. So he focused on researching dimensions of healing that Western medical schools never taught him. The rewards were radical discoveries: whole system science exploring the web of connections within the body; the need to acknowledge an individual’s core multi-dimensions—body/ external, behavior/lifestyle, social/emotional and spiritual/mental—and what’s needed to unlock each person’s inherent capacity for health and healing. The author of How Healing Works: Get Well and Stay Well Using Your Hidden Power to Heal, Jonas concludes, “Only 20 percent of healing comes from the treatment agent the doctor applies. A full 80 percent of the healing potential, which lies dormant in everyone, comes from constructing a meaningful treatment response unique to you. This is internal, highly personal and uses simple principles and components.” 26
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During his 40-year career, Jonas was able to observe multi-level healings with patients, as well as through other professional roles. He’s served as director of the Office of Alternative Medicine at the National Institutes of Health, a research scientist at the World Health Organization, CEO and president of the former Samueli Institute and director of the medical research fellowship at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. Applying whole system science, Jonas developed the view of a patient as a veritable ecosystem. “We are more like a garden to be cultivated than a car to be fixed. Healing emerges when we support and strengthen the connections within us—body, behavior, social and spirit—making us more whole,” says Jonas. His broader approach for healing now includes the impacts of beauty, order, an optimal healing environment, connecting with nature, elements that induce an individual’s greatest meaning response, nourishment of the spiritual self, making time for joy, the roles of love and the physical presence of loved
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ones and a supportive social network, as well as the energetic contributions of other social interactions and emotional dimensions. For nearly 40 years, James Oschman, Ph.D., author of Energy Medicine: The Scientific Basis, has been conducting research in physiology and the biophysics of energy medicines worldwide, including at Cambridge University, in England, and Case Western Reserve University, in Cleveland, Ohio. “Medical doctors are unaware of the body’s energy field because they aren’t taught anything about it or physics in medical school. Although the vast majority believe there is no science behind energy medicine or any that proves the body even has an energy field, it is real and has been measured,” says Oschman. He’s passionate about including energy medicine in healing, and says, “To understand the human body, health and healing, you have to look at all dimensions without any exclusions. No aspect of science, medicine or life should be left out. All medical
Healing emerges when we support and strengthen the connections within us—body, behavior, social and spirit—making us more whole. ~Wayne Jonas interventions and everything you do to the body involves energy. An awareness of this can fully transform any medical approach.” Jonas experienced the energetic dimension of healing when his wife, Susan, was undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. Although skeptical, he tried the process of laying his hands on her while imagining a soft, white light filled with love being transmitted through the top of his head, down through his hands and into her body. “I knew of the dozens of experiments done at Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. When meditating individuals put their hands around test tubes containing immune cells, the amount of infrared radiation emanating from their hands increased, which stimulated the immune cells to pro-
duce more adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the energy-producing molecule found in all cells. After this exposure, those cells survived better when hit with stresses such as heat and chemical shocks,” says Jonas. “Susan said that she could feel something and fell asleep. The next day, she felt less fatigued, slept less and was more active. From then on, I cut back on travel and made sure my body—in all its physical, social and emotional dimensions—was around,” says Jonas. To help patients and doctors expand their own perspectives, Jonas has developed a healing-oriented practices and environments (HOPE) consultation protocol (DrWayneJonas.com/resources). It includes questions a doctor or patient can use to spark pivotal lifestyle changes that cover optimal healing dimensions—inner, interpersonal, behavioral and external—to evaluate measures that facilitate or hamper healing. Sincerely responding to the answers shows results. “With chronic diseases, it can almost always enhance wellness and well-being, and improve function, whether the disease is cured or not,” says Jonas. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at LindaSechrist.com.
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DIVE INTO SWIMMING 10 Tips to Optimize Workouts
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wimming may be the perfect lifelong sport; it’s a low-impact, joint-friendly, sustainable way for anyone to stay fit at any age. In taking the plunge—including after a prolonged hiatus—be wisely aware of some caveats. 4Allow for relevant muscles to get into swim-shape. Endurance training increases their ability to use oxygen and nutrients more efficiently. 4Although swimming generally boasts low injury rates, avoid overdoing it. For the first month, concentrate on refining proper technique, including minimizing drag. Intense workouts can come later. Here are 10 ways to optimize a swimming workout.
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Make Like a Missile. With hands alongside the body, push off the wall underwater and glide until coming to a stop. Next, try it with arms outstretched about shoulder-width apart and the head tilted slightly upward like Superman flying. Then, repeat while contorting the body into the longest, straightest, thinnest shape possible. Overlap hands, extend arms and fingertips overhead to the max, squeeze biceps over ears with the head down. After pushing off, bring legs together with knees straight and toes pointed to eliminate any rudder effect.
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Roll with It. A good side-to-side body roll cuts drag and activates core muscles in powering arm pulls. Practice rolling by extending the right arm forward as far as possible, place the left arm flat against the torso, then push off the wall with the left shoulder pointing upward, the right, at the pool bottom. Maintain this position while kicking eight to 10 times. Then pull the right arm through the water, simultaneously rolling to the opposite side. Then extend the left arm forward and repeat. When pulling, concentrate on directing power straight back. Pushing down on the water squanders energy during the onset of the stroke, as does pushing upward during the final phase. It eliminates bobbing.
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Learn more from two-time Olympian Chloe Sutton, at Tinyurl.com/ChloeSuttonFreestyleHelp. with less drag. Point toes, keep knees fairly straight and try to keep legs within the torso’s slipstream.
on a one-to-one ratio, such as 30 seconds of sprinting followed by 30 seconds of rest, repeated eight times.
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Follow the 10 Percent Rule. The three basic components of swim training are the duration, intensity and frequency of workouts. Seek to increase one component by 10 percent each week; for example, work on duration first and intensity later. A reasonable goal for most swimmers is to reach three to four sessions a week of 40 to 60 minutes each. Ascertain what’s sustainable for the long term. Once a routine is established, add in short, fast swims, alternating bursts of speed with rest
Take Tomorrow Off. Rest days enable physical gains, especially as we age. For collegiate swimmers, two practices a day, six days a week might be normal. For retirees, four, one-hour swim practices per week can help preserve fitness safely. Team Up. Coaching and instruction are available for all ages and abilities at many YMCA and recreation centers; check U.S. Masters Swimming at usms.org/ club-resources. Learning with others helps keep us motivated. Jim Thornton, of Sewickley, PA, swam for the University of Michigan in 1970, took a 15-year break, and then resumed competing through U.S. Masters Swimming in 1984. He’s placed in the top 10 nationally 96 times in different events and age groups. In 2012, he placed first worldwide in the 200-meter freestyle for ages 60 to 64.
MINDFUL BENEFITS According to studies by neuroscientist Sara Lazar, Ph.D., at Harvard Medical School, being mindful can affect stronger neural connections in the brain, effecting better breath control, improved concentration, less anxiety and enhancing our capacity to be in the moment. n Notice the sensation of water on skin and a feeling of weightlessness. n Forget about to-dos and indulge in simple floating; surrender to the support of the water and let go. n Visualize the water washing away worries and stresses. n Push off the wall of a pool or the bottom of a lake with a personal affirmation such as “I am peaceful” or “I open myself to joy.” Clean waters are vital to us all. Do your part by not contributing to overburdened natural resources. n Swim in chlorine-free pools. n Enjoy the beauty and pass on appreciation for special spots. n Take out what we bring in. n Learn more about why we need clean waterways at NaturalAwakeningsMag.com/ Green-Living-Archive/We-Need-Clean-Waters and chlorine-free and natural pools at NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.
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Stay Hydrated. Even in water, we perspire, and a mere 2 percent dehydration can affect muscle performance. Even slight dehydration leads to water absorption during swimming and in turn, considerable amounts of chlorine or salt. n Sip water every 15 to 20 minutes during a swimming session n Drink water within 30 minutes after swimming for optimum rehydration n Avoid sugary sports drinks; opt for filtered water Rinse off. Due to chlorine’s magnetic alkaline composition and healthy skin and hair’s natural acidity, soaping up doesn’t remove it. To outwit the chemical bond and reestablish a healthy pH balance after exposure to chlorinated or salt water: n Shower before swimming to protect skin from excessive absorption of chemicals. n Apply coconut or olive oil before swimming to moisturize and maintain pH to fend off viruses and bacteria. n Shower immediately after swimming; start with warm-hot water to open the pores and finish with a cooling spray to close them. n Add a few jar capfuls of apple cider vinegar to water and rinse hair and skin thoroughly; the vinegar’s acidity breaks the chemical bond between chlorine and skin/hair, restores pH and prevents skin and hair damage. n Wash hair and skin with sulphate-free, antioxidant shampoo and body wash. Check out GoodbyeChlorine.com. August 2018
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Why we need it: fluid balance, nerve transmission, muscle contraction Food sources: bananas, dried figs, nuts, avocadoes Recommended Daily Intake: 4.7 grams (g)
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MIGHTY MINERALS What We Need to Stay Healthy by Judith Fertig
Minerals—inorganic chemical elements or compounds that cannot be produced by the body, but occur in nature—play a key role in helping us function at our best.
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to serve as a guide for good nutrition by covering 40-plus nutrient substances and more demographically specific than the RDA, the DRI provides a scientific basis for the development of food guidelines in the U.S. and Canada. This list of important minerals, based on the worldwide studies collected in the journal Minerals, is a good starting point. Another good reference is the extensive chart from the IOM of the National Academy of Sciences at ConsumerLab.com/RDAs.
Our Body’s Periodic Table Sodium with Chlorine
Why we need it: fluid balance, nerve transmission, muscle contraction Food sources: sodium combines with chlorine in salt; Himalayan sea salt also contains 84 trace elements Recommended Daily Intake: 1,500 milligrams (mg) of sodium
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Why we need it: strong teeth and bones, muscle relaxation and contraction, blood clotting, blood pressure regulation, immune system health Food sources: leafy green vegetables, fortified nut milk, dairy products, canned sardines/salmon, dried figs, oysters; plus mineral water brands labeled higher in calcium and lower in sodium, per integrative medicine pioneer Dr. Andrew Weil Recommended Daily Intake: 1,000 to 1,200 mg
Sulfur
Why we need it: joint function Food sources: fish, beef, poultry, egg yolks, beans, coconuts, bananas, garlic Recommended Daily Intake: 6 mg of sulfur-containing amino acids per pound of adult weight
Phosphorous
Why we need it: works with calcium to build strong bones, repair cells Food sources: salmon, yogurt, turkey, lentils, almonds Recommended Daily Intake: 700 mg
Magnesium
Why we need it: strong bones, energy, mental health Food sources: leafy green vegetables, nuts, seeds and foods with fiber Recommended Daily Intake: 310 to 320 mg for adult women, 410 to 420 mg for adult men
Iron
Why we need it: helps make blood hemoglobin Food sources: breakfast cereals fortified with iron, white beans, dark chocolate, beef liver, spinach Recommended Daily Intake: 18 mg for adult women, 8 mg for adult men
Manganese
Why we need it: healthy immune system Food sources: nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables Recommended Daily Intake: 11 mg
Zinc
Why we need it: to ward off colds, aid sexual function Food sources: oysters, shellfish, red meat, whole grains, nuts Recommended Daily Intake: 9 mg for women, 11 mg for men
Copper
Why we need it: facilitates enzymes action Food sources: organ meats, whole grains, shellfish, dark leafy greens Recommended Daily Intake: 900 micrograms (mcg)
Iodine
Why we need it: thyroid function, healthy skin and nails Food sources: seaweed, turkey, cranberries, navy beans, iodized table salt Recommended Daily Intake: 150 mcg
Selenium
Why we need it: lowering cancer risk Food sources: Brazil nuts, tuna, halibut, turkey Recommended Daily Intake: 55 mcg
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Why we need it: facilitates production of natural enzymes Food sources: lima beans, cauliflower, peas, soybeans Recommended Daily Intake: 45 mcg
Chromium
Why we need it: reduces insulin resistance, helps lower cholesterol Food sources: lean meats, whole grains, broccoli, green beans Recommended Daily Intake: 25 mcg for adult females, 35 mcg for adult males We require macrominerals—those we need in larger amounts—as well as microminerals—those necessary in trace amounts. For a good overview from the Harvard University Medical School, visit Tinyurl.com/HelpGuide2Minerals. Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).
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A Kinder Heart
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he path to mentally transcending the world’s intrusive bustle is to be compassionate with our self and others. It begins in a relaxed heart from which emanate daily thoughts, words and deeds. Here’s a helpful centering exercise. Sit or lie in a quiet spot for about 10 minutes with eyes closed and become aware of breaths moving in and out, then feel each one fully by filling the lungs from bottom to top. With each exhale, slowly and completely empty the lungs. On each inhale, refill the lungs again.
Mentally reciting “optimum oxygen” three times helps the body deeply absorb the nourishing element. Then bring both hands to the center of the chest to connect with the emotional heart centered there. Feel it pulsing beneath palms and fingers while quietly saying aloud, “I relax my heart.” Let the shoulders release coiled tension and drop gently. Repeat saying, “I relax my heart” and sense the heart fluttering open a bit more. Rest in this feeling.
Again say, “I relax my heart” and notice awareness drop into it, a feeling of being present in the heart. Feel all tension and holding-on melting down and out onto the floor. Then fill the lungs deeply and release the air through puckered lips; blow out with strength and purpose. Continue for a minute or two, allowing each exhalation to come straight from the center of the chest. When it feels complete, the feeling of active release will subside.
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Sense how much lighter the heart feels. Further relax the heart and shoulders, letting go into the ocean of love native to our heart. Envision floating safety in this ocean. See it stretched into infinity. Feel its warm embrace. Now choose kindness in this moment. Relax into kindness without judgment or pressure, only loving acceptance. Accept the infinite ocean of love available and open to it. It is filled with compassion, and now so are you. Rest gently for a few minutes, until once again aware of everyday surroundings. Rub hands over both arms, legs, hands and feet to feel present in the room. Then go about a heart-centered day with the waves of the infinite ocean of love gently lapping there.
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Waste No Water Communities Get Creative in Urging Conservation
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s fresh water becomes increasingly scarce worldwide, communities are coming together to find creative solutions to conserve it. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the average American family uses some 300 gallons of water a day at home, nearly a third of which lands on lawns and yardscapes. Yet simple solutions like installing lowflow showerheads, turning off the tap while brushing teeth and installing drought-friendly landscaping can save a householder thousands of gallons a year and big money on water bills. The Irvine, California, Wyland Foundation created the Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation seven years ago to stimulate awareness and action around water waste by tapping into civic pride and a healthy sense of competition. “What we do at home has a big impact on what happens to natural resources 1,000 miles downstream,” says Steve Creech, executive director of the nonprofit, founded by marine life artist Robert Wyland to foster healthy oceans and waterways. The program pits cities against each other every April to see which one can garner the most water-saving pledges from residents. Prizes for participants include a year’s worth of utility bills paid, green home cleaning kits and low-flow shower heads. It also provides immediate feedback on rankings at MyWaterPledge. com. As of May, 616,000 participants in 4,800 towns and cities had pledged to save 3 billion gallons per year. “Many are attracted by prizes, but over time, become more interested in conservation and sustainability,” observes Creech. “Social modeling is important because people get activated when they see friends and family involved. Surveys also show that we 34
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look to local leaders on issues like this, so it makes a difference when mayors take a stance.” Mesa, Arizona’s thirsty desert lawns and gardens suck thousands of gallons of precious water a day. Nearly 20 years ago, the city joined forces with Phoenix and Scottsdale to launch a water conservation campaign that has become among the largest of its kind. Today, hundreds of private and public partners across North America use the Water – Use It Wisely program to turn the tide on water waste (WaterUseItWisely.com). Creative approaches go a long way in encouraging households to save water, says Donna DiFrancesco, conservation coordinator for the city of Mesa. Its campaign newsletter speaks to 26,000 subscribers. Some 100 water-saving devices and symbols remind consumers to think about how they use water in everyday life. A traveling, 16-foot water tower made of water jugs represents the 120 gallons of water the average person uses per day in Arizona. They even challenge residents to “help your yard drink responsibly” through the Drab to Fab Backyard Rehab campaign, rewriting the narrative that sustainable is synonymous with sacrifice. In its second year, more than 11,500 entrants throughout the state put their creativity to work in revamping their backyards. To promote behavior change, Creech suggests that providing justifications for each water-saving action is key. When citizens become more conscious of how they waste the most water, they are more motivated to act. Repairing toilet and pool leaks and exchanging baths for showers are common fixes. “The 40 Gallon Challenge is designed to help people find the ‘low-hanging fruit’ in their water use—such as a leaky faucet or a long shower—that can readily help save 40 gallons a day,” says Ellen Bauske, program coordinator for this initiative of the Center for Urban Agriculture at the University of Georgia, in Griffin (40GallonChallenge.com). It’s designed to be flexible so states and municipalities can address the local context. “It’s been great to see the creative ways it’s been adapted; for example, one agent used the pledge as a scavenger hunt item for 4H clubs,” Bauske notes. More than 11,000 people have taken this pledge across America, potentially saving 1.9 million gallons a day. It can be difficult to measure the real water savings of such challenges, but DiFrancesco says that Mesa has seen a roughly 20 percent reduction in water use since 1999, when the local campaign began to take off. Drop by drop, small acts taken collectively by engaged citizens add up to big savings. Find water-saving tips at HomeAdvisor.com/r/home-water-conservation and NationalGeographic.com/environment/freshwater/waterconservation-tips. Connect with April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.
Laundry room: If city and county codes allow it, have a plumber reroute household gray water to irrigate exterior landscaping rather than losing it to the sewer line. Lawn: Save up to 1,000 gallons a year by refraining from watering the lawn on windy days, when most of the water can blow away. Landscape: Spreading organic mulch around plants helps them retain moisture and fend off evaporation, while deterring the growth of water-sucking weeds. Watering in the early morning, when temperatures are low, minimizes evaporation. Use a rain barrel for hand-watering and zone plants by level of drought tolerance.
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Pool: Use a pool cover and keep water levels to a minimum to reduce water loss and additions of fresh water and chemicals. Office: Conduct a water audit to see where it’s easiest to save water and put in place a water management plan to address any issues. Promote awareness through a company newsletter to encourage employee water-saving efforts.
ccording to the Alliance for Water Efficiency, if every American cut their water use by 25 percent, the nation would save 2.8 trillion gallons in a year; household faucet leaks alone are estimated to waste 1 trillion gallons annually. Opportunities to save water are everywhere. Here are a few examples for the home, office and lawn, from Water – Use It Wisely’s 100+ Ways to Conserve Water (Tinyurl.com/100WaysToConserveWater).
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How to Power Up Their Defenses by Marlaina Donato
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trong immunity is a cornerstone of optimum health, and may be weakened or enhanced by what we eat and how we manage our emotions. Starting young in incorporating good ongoing habits can go a long way toward building a better immune response to whatever a person encounters.
Kid-Friendly Foods Organic strawberries, brightly colored peppers, vitamin D-rich eggs or almond trail mix can turn a child’s brown bag lunch into an immune-boosting power meal. “Diet is one of the main pillars for children’s health. I teach parents and kids that food can be fun, and not to be obsessed with counting calories or portions,” says Dr. Alina Olteanu, a holistic pediatrician in Dallas, Texas. “I recommend an anti-inflammatory diet based on lots of colorful vegetables and fruits, and healthy fats like fish, nuts, seeds, avocado and olive oil. Eating fermented foods like sauerkraut, pickled vegetables and kimchi supports a healthy microbiome.” 36
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Adequate protein supports healthy immunity, as does reducing inflammatory foods containing monosodium glutamate (MSG), caramel color, sodium nitrite, food dyes and chemical preservatives. Such measures help reduce the burden on a child’s immune system. According to Naturopathic Doctor Sarah Anne Rothman, of Thyme Integrative Health, in Pacifica, California, limiting or eliminating processed sugar is also recommended; studies by Loma Linda University, in Loma Linda, California, show that sugar consumption suppresses immune response for five hours. Olteanu notes, “Desserts can be fruits and a small amount of dark chocolate, which is rich in antioxidants and actually healthy.” Her favorite sweetener for kids older than 1 year is raw honey; however, she cautions against giving honey to infants during their first year.
Exercise and Herbal Allies Exercise has been shown to increase blood and lymphatic circulation and in turn, helps
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move antibodies through the system and do a better job at fighting invaders, according to Harvard Health Publishing. Exercise is also a renowned stress-reliever, especially outdoors, which manifests the bonus of vitamin D fortification from healthy sun exposure. “I strongly encourage all my patients to spend at least an hour a day playing outside,” says Olteanu. Childhood stress is a real factor that can weaken immunity, yet juvenile anxieties may be dismissed or go unnoticed by adults. Caffeine-free herbal teas and glycerin-based tinctures such as chamomile, lemon balm, passionflower and lavender can be reliable double-duty allies for children, calming them while also promoting immune response. Essential oils are another boon. “The benefits of using essential oils on children are immense. Many oils are safe for all age groups and can elevate mood, induce relaxation and boost natural defenses,” says holistic nurse and certified clinical aromatherapist Patricia Springer, in Mason, Ohio. Springer recommends diffusing organic lemon or orange essential oil for 30 minutes two to three times a day in the house or applying one to two drops on a cotton ball and inhaling. Adding a few drops of Roman chamomile or lavender essential oil to Epson or sea salt makes a calming, immuneboosting bath.
Homeopathy Homeopathy is a system of natural healing to which kids often respond positively. There are well-known over-the-counter remedies that treat acute conditions without side effects, but certified classical homeopath Julia Eastman, a doctor of Oriental medicine in Naples, Florida, recommends a more thorough approach. “Homeopathy can be life-changing, but it’s a system based upon the unique physical, emotional and energetic constitution of the individual. Going to a board-certified classical homeopath is the ideal route, because they can profile the child’s complete constitution, including patterns of illness and personality for the best possible result.” Treating children’s illness homeopathically when symptoms arise without
taking the big picture into account can sometimes cause more harm than good. “Homeopathic remedies are not preventive medicine unto themselves, but using them constitutionally can help to improve overall health, immunity included,” says Eastman, who has witnessed dangerously high fevers in infants relieved within minutes when whole-care homeopathy has been applied. Health is wealth, and fortifying the next generation benefits us all. Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.
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Zach, a rescued cat, welcomes foster pets to Paw Prints in the Sand Animal Rescue, in Newport Beach, California, teaching kittens cleanliness, and good manners to dogs. “We can’t imagine life without him,” says Monica Sederholm, co-founder of the organization. A congenital condition causing irregular bone growth in his shoulder blades, fused bones and a missing kneecap hasn’t stopped him. Muscle pain keeps him from retracting his claws, but daily massages help him relax. Although Zach remains mobile, walking is difficult or sometimes impossible when an animal is missing a limb or paralyzed. Designed for specific disabilities and fitted for size, a wheelchair cart provides freedom most cats and dogs embrace. Rescue volunteers and adoptive parents must keep clutter off the floors, supervise and remove the cart to allow for comfortable naps. Gwen Cooper, author of Homer’s Odyssey: A Fearless Feline Tale, or How I Learned about Love and Life with a Blind Wonder Cat and the Curl Up with a Cat Tale series, adopted Homer, a blind kitten from Miami. “Never
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having sight, he wasn’t afraid to take risks,” she explains. “He climbed, explored and played with our other cats.” When a move to Manhattan, New York, presented a scary prospect for Cooper, Homer inspired her, saying, “Homer didn’t let fear of the unknown trip him up. He taught me the relationships you’re sure you don’t want can be the most meaningful.” “Dottie CrazyPants, a rescued Harlequin Great Dane with severe skin and ear infections and a dysfunctional
immune system, had no quality of life until I tried holistic treatments,” says Lara Katz, executive director of the North Carolina Therapeutic Riding Center, in Mebane. Dottie didn’t gain weight, even though she ate a lot and drank gallons of water a day, resulting in indoor accidents. “A raw food diet resolved many health and housebreaking issues.” Discontinuing regular medications left Dottie miserable and nearly unable to walk. “A massage therapist said her energy centers were blocked,” Katz says. “After an energy medicine treatment, Dottie slept through the night for the first time in months. Her paws looked better short term.” A combination of holistic treatments including cold laser and red-light therapy, Chinese herbs, an anti-yeast protocol and probiotics works best. Katz also uses only eco-friendly cleaning and laundry products. “Certified through the Alliance of Therapy Dogs, Dottie’s visits take a bit of management because of the types of cleaning products used in nursing homes. It’s worth it. She’s completely changed my lifestyle regarding how many toxins we’re exposed to daily.”
Emotional Relief Tracy Krulik, a certified canine separation anxiety trainer in northern Virginia and the Washington, D.C. area, is a graduate of Jean Donaldson’s Academy for Dog Trainers. “Using videoconferencing, I can watch my client’s dogs at home, see when panic starts and create daily training plans to keep them safely calm.” Feldenkrais practitioner and author of Grow Young with Your Dog: Learn How You and Your Canine Companion Can Feel Better at Any Age! Mary Debono, of Encinitas, California, sees a variety of pets. “I invited an Arabian named Easy to be the demo horse during a class I taught,” she recalls. “Sore all over, he couldn’t lift his feet high enough to step over a pole lying on the ground.” Easy showed dramatic improvement through Feldenkrais, which focuses on improved function, rebooting the body by interrupting the cycle of pain and tension, so that the patient realizes change is possible. Debono also treated a rabbit that didn’t like to be touched. “I used the eraser end of a pencil through an opening in his crate. Non-habitual touch gets the attention of the nervous system; areas
of tension are sore, so gentle lifts provide relief.” Without pain, movement is easier and behavior improves.
Lesson Learned Sandy Johnson, former actress and author of The Pet Healer Project and Miracle Dogs: Adventures on Wheels, in Los Angeles, was in recovery from Stage 4 kidney cancer when she adopted Charley, a Brussels Griffon. “Her singlemindedness taught me my greatest lesson about the body’s ability to heal,” she says. Animals show less concern about blindness, a bum knee or even the need for a wheelchair than humans do. People that live with special needs animals are quick to say the benefits far outweigh the cost. When we’re open to the possibilities, such pets offer lessons in living life to the fullest. Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.
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n Video of Feldenkrais practitioner Mary Debono working with a cattle dog at DebonoMoves.com n Help for rescuing blind, deaf and wheelchair dogs and cats at PetsWithDisabilities.org n Equipment for special needs pets at HandicappedPets.com n Answers to questions about animal wheelchairs, from a no-kill-shelter advocacy group courtesy of BestFriends.org
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calendar of events SATURDAY, AUGUST 4 Cooking Demonstration – 6:30pm. Learn how to cook delicious vegetarian dishes with Seventh-Day Adventist and Blue Zones Project! Free. Location: Seventh-Day Adventist Fellowship Hall, 1313 California Ave, Wahiawa. For more information on Blue Zones Project in Hawaii, visit Hawaii. BlueZonesProject.com. Follow Wahiawa’s activities on Facebook or Instagram @ BZPWahiawa, or via email at BlueZonesProjectWahiawa@sharecare. com. See news brief, page 12.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 7 Purpose Workshop – 6-8pm. Join Blue Zones Wahiawa for this interactive workshop to explore what your purpose is and how to achieve it. Light snacks will be served. Please arrive for check-in at 5:30. Free. Wahiawa Hongwanji Mission Social Hall, 1067 California Avenue, Wahiawa. For more information on Blue Zones Project in Hawaii, visit Hawaii.BlueZonesProject.com. Follow Wahiawa’s activities on Facebook or Instagram @ BZPWahiawa, or via email at BlueZonesProjectWahiawa@ sharecare.com. See new brief, page 12.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11 Momona Mornings – 9-11am. Waimanalo Market Co-op is inviting everyone to their community mornings every second Saturday of the month. Come enjoy the local vendors, foods, crafts, music and more. Free for vendors and public admission. Waimanalo Food Coop, 41-1029 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo. For more information, call 808-6907607, email info@WaimanaloMarket.com or visit WaimanaloMarket.com. Indoor Air Quality and VOG Webinar – 10am. Join David Frome, PT, LAc., for this informative webinar to learn about the effects of VOG on indoor air quality and how the contaminates can be filtered out. Free. To register for the webinar, go to eventbrite.com/e/indoor-air-quality-and-vogtickets-47889543915. For more information, visit TheAirCleanerStore.com, call 877-432-1247 or email David@TheAirCleanerStore.com. See article, page 21 and ad, page 9.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 14 Smoking Cessation Info Night –5:30-6:30pm. Want to stop smoking, but find yourself struggling to do so? RSVP today to attend an information night to learn more about using hypnosis to overcome the habit. $10 (your guest is free). If you decide to sign up for the program, you’ll save 10% off your session. Only those attending this special event will save. RSVP at least 2 days in advance as seats are limited; first-come, first-serve. Hawaii Hypnosis Center, 765 Amana St #503, Honolulu. For more information and to RSVP, call 808-221-7353 or visit HawaiiHypnosisCenter.com. See article, page 20, and ad, page 9.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 17 – SUNDAY, AUGUST 19 Made in Hawaii Festival – 10am-9pm Friday and Saturday, Sunday 10am-5-pm. Come to the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall and Arena for the 24th annual Made in Hawaii Festival. There will be nearly 400 exhibitors at this Hawaii Food Industry Association production which is sponsored by First Hawaiian Bank. Come shop for food products, books, gifts, apparel and jewelry, arts and crafts, produce and many more local products. Be sure to stop by Jeani’s GreenMax Pro booth and pick up some amazing all-natural, clean-everything products. Location: 777 Ward Avenue, Honolulu. For more information, visit MadeinHawaiiFestival. com See the GreenMax Pro news brief, page 10 and ad, page 9.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 19 Waimea Valley Moon Walk and Dinner Buffet – Dinner 6-8pm, Walk 8-9pm. Waimea Valley’s Moon Walk is back for its 35th year. On the full moon come down to Waimea Valley after dark to experience it like never before. For this special night the Proud Peacock will reopen with a dinner buffet of fresh local ingredients by Ke Nui Kitchen. Exit the Valley no later than 10pm. For safety and to make the trip enjoyable, please review FAQ section on the website. Dinner $34.95 adults, $17.50 children 4-12 years, includes walk. For more information, call 808-638-7766 or visit WaimeaValley.net. 59864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa. See ad, page 27.
MONDAY, AUGUST 20 Natural Healing – 8:45-10am. Come to the Wahiawa Rainbow Seniors Club meeting to hear Norman Oshiro, Executive Director of MOA Wellness Center, speak about natural healing. Wahiawa District Park, Hale Ho`okipa Building, 1129 Kilani Avenue, Wahiawa.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 25 Summer Concert – 3-6:30pm. The 6th Annual Summer Concert Series, Ho'i Hou Mai I Waimea, “Return to the Valley,” Join the festivities with the one and only radio celebrity hosts, “Da Kolohe Krew” from Hawaiian 105 Kine, Mele Apana and Shannon Scott. Kaumakaiwa Kanakaole, Ho'aikane, Lim Ohana and Halau Manaola. Single concert tickets purchased in advance are $15/adults, $12/ children and seniors. If purchased at the gate, tickets are $19/adults and $16/children and seniors. Gates open at 2:30pm. Check in at Will Call (at Visitor’s Center) to get wrist bands for the show. Small coolers, LOW beach chairs, and blankets are allowed. No outside alcoholic beverages or umbrellas allowed. Tickets can be purchased by calling 808-638-7766, at WaimeaValley.net or by visiting the giftshop. Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa. See ad, page 27. Learn Self-Hypnosis – 4-5:30pm. Learn how the mind works and how you can gain more control over your life. Learn a mind-body-spirit approach that combines the benefits of meditation with the power of self-hypnosis to help make positive changes in your life. Imagine freeing yourself from the stress, negative programming and painful emotions from the past. Imagine living in the moment and never overreacting again by getting too angry, frustrated or sad. Imagine being able to “program” yourself for success! $125 (includes workbook and 2 sessions).
Hawaii Hypnosis Center, 765 Amana St, Ste 503, Honolulu. For more information and to register, call 808-221-7353 or email HawaiiHypnosisCenter@ gmail.com, or visit HawaiiHypnosisCenter.com. See article, page 20, and ad, page 9. Girlfriends! - Highlighting Coaches. Attend this fun and interactive Girlfriends experience to explore ways to expand your work or business. Learn the value that your work and life experiences give you. Hear how a 20-year veteran, a therapist, and a salesperson became coaches to help others find success and happiness. Led by Ryan Charaba, Bessie Estonactoc and Brandi Kiana-Jo. Join in on small group discussions and partner exercises and hear how everyone has something to offer in this dynamic networking experience for women. If you’d like to expand your network naturally, generate new clients and make new friends, come to Girlfriends! Cost: $55 ($25 for Empowering Leaders). Includes healthy pupus, drinks, gifts and networking activities. Registration required before Thursday, August 23. Time and location to be announced. Visit OneExperience.guru/girlfriends or call (808) 393-5527 for more information. See ad, page 9.
PLAN AHEAD SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 Kalo and Ava Day Honoring the Late Jerry Konanui! – 9am-5pm. Special celebration of Kalo and Awa at Waimea Valley with local vendors all day in the Pikake Pavilion and main lawn. 9am: Workshop with technical presentations. 12-1pm: Intermission with Kihei Nahale’a & project Kuleana, 1pm: Festival - food, music, & more. Tasting, demonstrations and live music with special guest Dave Cruz at 4pm, plus enter our Kalo recipe contest; email info@waimeavalley.net for rules and details. Free. For more information, call 808-638-7766 or visit WaimeaValley.net. 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa. See ad, page 27.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Aha Mele Concert – 11am. Waimea Valley hosts a free outdoor concert on the Main lawn. Special performances by Henry Kapono and friends, Special guest Paula Fuga, Sister Robi with Jeff Rassmussen and the Sons of Waikiki. More details will be announced soon. Free. For more information, call 808-638-7766 or visit WaimeaValley.net. 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa. See ad, page 27.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Storytelling that Illuminates – 8:30-9:30am. Come to the Wahiawa Rainbow Seniors Club meeting for this special presentation by Leslie Wilcox, CEO of Hawaii Public Television. Hear Leslie’s perspective on how storytelling is used to advance learning and discovery, and profoundly touch lives. Free, all are welcome. Wahiawa District Park, Hale Ho`okipa Building, 1129 Kilani Avenue, Wahiawa. See news brief, page 10, and ad, page 28.
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tuesday Kaʻiwi Scenic Shoreline Cleanup – 4-6pm. Join 808 Cleanups to clean up debris along the beach. Invasive plant and fishing line removal is also tackled as time permits. All cleanup supplies will be provided. Wear sturdy, fully enclosed shoes to protect your feet. Meet in the Kaʻiwi parking lot by 4pm (past Sandy Beach, before Makapu’u Lighthouse). For more information, call Michael Loftin at 808-892-3464. If you haven’t already, please fill out an insurance waiver form before attending this event at 808Cleanups.org/volunteer-info-form. Vegetarian Cooking Class – 4:30-5:30pm, first Tues of the month. Learn how to prepare easy and delicious vegetarian meals. Down to Earth, 201 Hamakua Dr, Kailua. For more information, call 808-262-3838 or visit Down ToEarth.org/events.
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Keiki Day – 9am-5pm. Waimea Valley hosts Keiki Day with free admission for kama`aina keiki 12 years old and younger. Special activities include Hawaiian games, keiki hikes and crafts, music, art and more. 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa. For more information, call 808-638-7766 or visit WaimeaValley.net. See ad, page 27. Kundalini Yoga Gong Bliss – 6:45-8pm. Kundalini Gong Bliss classes with Soraya Faris Applegate. New on the windward side! $10. Aloha Yoga Kula, Aikahi Studio, 38 Kaneohe Bay Drive, Kailua. See community spotlight, page 15, and ad, page 33.
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Tasty Thursdays – 5-7pm. Sample the items from all departments and see why our products are so special. Whole Foods Kailua, 629 Kailua Rd, Ste 100, Kailua. For more information, call 808-263-6800 or visit WholeFoodsMarket.com/stores/Kailua. Haleiwa Farmers Market – 2-6pm. Every Thursday, Waimea Valley hosts the Haleiwa Farmer’s Market the Pikake Pavilion. Come and enjoy the selection of local food, produce, crafts on display, and a beer and wine bar. Parking is free! 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa. See ad, page 27.
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saturday Free Breakfast at Ryoin on Eames – 10am-1:30pm. Join Julia Estrella and the folks at Ryoin on Eames for a free breakfast every Sat. After breakfast, the group will have the opportunity to hear about healthy farming techniques that go beyond organic practices. Learn more about this community outreach group and see how you can participate. Free. 1777 Eames St, Wahiawa. For more information, call 808-852-1892. Waimanalo Hobbit House: Vegetarian Feast, Yoga Philosophy and Kirtan – 4-7pm. Visit this storybook wonderland replete with meticulously landscaped waterfalls, koi ponds, arched bridges, fruit trees and other exotic botanicals. Step inside the amazing Hobbit House and hear a talk on the ancient philosophy of yoga by a Vedic scholar, Narahari; experience kirtan (chanting of holy mantras); and enjoy a celestial vegetarian feast. $10 donation suggested. This gathering is scheduled at least one Sat each month. For dates and more information, call Narahari at 808-225-2425 or email Narahari@HaleKrishna.com. Also visit HaleKrishna.com and click on tabs “Peek Inside” and “Meet Narahari.” Call for specific dates this month. Private tours and meetings available. Doctor Health – Radio’s Original Health News Magazine, KHNR AM 690 – 9-11am live (9-11pm re-broadcast). Join host David Snow to hear the latest on medicine, fitness, nutrition and wellness from national medical experts, best-selling authors and Hollywood health celebrities; plus hear from local guest experts on ways to keep healthy! For more information, call 808-875-1115 or visit DoctorHealthRadio.com. See ad, page 11. Hand-Building with Clay – 10:30am-12:30pm. Join Aloha Aina Pottery Studio for this fun and interactive class to learn how to build clay creations by hand. You’ll learn a variety of techniques for working with clay and forming shapes during this two-hour class. $35. An optional second class can be scheduled to paint your creation with non-toxic glazes. $25. Potter’s wheel classes are available by appointment. Also, special birthday parties, anniversaries and “clay dates” can be arranged. 1971 Eames, Wahiawa. Visit on Facebook at Aloha Aina Pottery Studio. Send a Facebook text for appointments or call 808-621-2388.
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Dr. Dennis Nagata, DDS, is a member of the newly formed Landmark Dental Group. They have a brand new dental office featuring the newest technology and easy parking. Free valet parking is available during peak hours. Call for more information or to schedule a consultation. See therapy brief, page 8, and ad, page 3.
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DIVINE PURPOSE COACHING SPIRITUAL SOLUTIONS 808-840-9135 YoshieMiakoda.com
Ready to get crystal clear, wake up to your calling, make a bigger impact doing what you love and live out your life’s purpose? Spiritual Solutions’ owner Yoshie Miakoda Chihara, an awardholding medium and certified high-performance coach, will guide you to trust your spiritual guidance, step into your calling, and live a spirit-inspired, purposeful life. Wake up to your calling and release confusion forever. See ad, page 17.
HEALTH COACH HEALTHY LIVES NATURALLY Ronda Pitcher Waialua, 808-348-5454 HealthyLivesNaturally@gmail.com tinyurl.com/HLNaturally
Ronda provides consulting services to help individuals achieve optimal health. She seeks to understand each individual’s lifestyle, family history and test results to create a health profile. She then works with a team of consultants at Life Extension to determine the precise protocol that will best support improved health and wellbeing. See ad, page 37.
HEMP-CBD MR HEMP CBD
286 N School St, Ste B Honolulu - Inside Mr. Ink Plus 808-526-2465 MrHempCBD.com
SOULISTIC HOLISTICS HAWAII
45-696 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe 808-721-3083 Soraya@SoulisticHolisticsHawaii.com Soraya.PrimeMyBody.com
Optimize your mind and body with the highest-quality Hemp Oil. Prime My Body nanoenhanced Hemp oil uses a unique pharmaceutical-grade liposomal cannabidiol delivery system. This ensures 97-100% absorption of CBD into your system within minutes. Each measured dose contains 16mg of CBD from European Industrial Hemp, making it the most effective Hemp nutritional supplement available. For more information, to purchase, or to become a customer or an affiliate, please contact Soraya. See community spotlight, page 15, and ad, page 33.
HYPNOTHERAPY HAWAII HYPNOSIS CENTER 765 Amana St, Ste 503 808-221-7353 HawaiiHypnosisCenter.com
Since 2006, the Hawaii Hypnosis Center has helped thousands of people make positive changes in their lives through personalized one-on-one hypnosis sessions to stop smoking, lose weight, increase confidence, improve sales success and finances, enhance sports performance, and improve overall health and wellbeing by eliminating bad habits, addictions, stress, fears, anxiety and phobias. Call for a free phone consultation. Also available for group presentations and motivational seminars. See article, page 20, and ad, page 9.
LIFE COACH
Mr. Hemp CBD believes in natural treatments using Cannabidiol (CBD). Their vision is to offer quality-infused products that are safe, effective alternatives to painkillers and other toxic drugs for patients looking for a natural remedy. Mr. Hemp’s CBD product line is continuously expanding with over-the-counter products that are carefully selected from distributors that manufacture in a ISO6 Clean Room using all-natural ingredients, and the purest and richest form of Cannabidiol, ensuring their customers the Highest-Quality CBD products on the market. See ad, page 37.
CREATING YOUR CALLING Lani Kwon, MA Honolulu 808-594-7950 CreatingYOURCalling.com Lani@coPOWERment.com
Lani Kwon is a Newfield Network Graduate Life Coach, published author and professional keynote speaker. She can help bring clarity to your life goals and provide step-by-step guidance on fulfilling your dreams. See ad, page 33.
GOAL FOCUSED RESULTS LLC
808-386-2834 CoachRoanne@GoalFocusedResults.com GoalFocusedResults.com Life Coach Roanne Abe is a Strategic Intervention Coach who is devoted to empowering clients to take action each day or week to achieve the life they want. Take the first step toward your goals and sign up for your free clarity session today. See ad, page 37.
MEDICAL DOCTOR & PROLOTHERAPY HAWAII CENTER FOR REGENERATIVE MEDICINE
Dr. Liza Maniquis-Smigel, MD, LLC Hilo: 136A Ululani St Honolulu: 928 Nuuanu Ave, Ste 210 808-933-3444 ProloHawaii.com Dr. Liza Maniquis-Smigel specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, also known as Physiaty. She practices patientcentered medicine that focuses on illness from the patient’s perspective to help them improve their quality of life. She will find relief for your chronic pain through nonsurgical approaches while restoring health and function. She has a special interest in Platelet Rich Plasma, Stem Cell and Perineural Injection Therapies — natural regenerative processes that jumpstart your body to heal naturally. She is an expert in diagnosing neurological conditions with nerve conduction velocity studies and electromyelogram and MSK and nerve ultrasound diagnostics. See ad, page 35.
NATURAL FOODS ABUNDANT LIFE NATURAL FOODS 292 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo 808-935-7411 Info@AbundantLifeNaturalfoods.com AbundantLifeNaturalFoods.com
Abundant Life Natural Foods, in the heart of Hilo, offers a wide selection of the highestquality natural and organic foods, dietary supplements, natural herbs, and homeopathic remedies.Their kitchen features fresh selections daily. Pick up your copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaiʻi while you are there.
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59-720 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa 808-638-8081 820 Hind Drive, Honolulu 808-373-2222 55-510 Kamehameha Hwy, Laie 808-293-4443 95-221 Kipapa Dr, Mililani 808-623-3974 823 California Ave, Wahiawa 808-621-7411
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Parker Ranch Center 67-1185 Mamalahoa Hwy, Ste F-137 Kamuela 808-885-6775 KonaNaturalFoods.net
H e a l t h w a y s II provides the Waimea community with the finest-quality fresh, natural and organic whole foods, nutritional supplements, body care products, and health information. They offer sandwiches, salads and smoothies as well as specials. Ask about kamaʻaina and senior discounts. Pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaiʻi while you are there.
KOKUA MARKET
2643 S King St, Honolulu 808-941-1922 KokuaMarket.com Established in 1971, Kokua Market is the first natural foods cooperative in Hawaii and the only one in Honolulu! They have high standards for what they carry, with a focus on fresh, local and organic products. Become a member of their community cooperative and receive additional benefits. However, all are welcome to shop at Kokua Market and enjoy the selections they have. While there, pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaiʻi.
THE SOURCE
32 Kainehe St, Kailua 808-262-5604 TheSourceNatural.com Owners Damian & Karen share 43 years in the natural foods industry. Be sure to stop in and see their store when you are in Kailua. They are a wealth of info and will gladly share it with you. Pick up your copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaiʻi while you are there.
WAILUA FRESH
67-071 Nauahi Street Waialua (808) 637-2379 A fantastic market in Wailua to get fresh produce, organic ingredients and sundry items. Great selection of healthy items with a friendly staff. Pick up your copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaiʻi while you are there.
WAIMANALO MARKET CO-OP
41-1029 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo 808-690-7607 WaimanaloMarket.com The Waimanalo Market Co-op is a community owned non-profit cooperative. Their mission is to provide increased markets for and access to healthy foods and local products to support Waimanalo business and increase community, social, and economic well-being. They currently engage over 80 local farmers and value-added producers, have a cold-certified kitchen and receive EBT! Pick up your copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaiʻi while you are there.
NATUROPATHIC MEDICAL DOCTOR PACIFIC INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1481 S King St, Ste 501, Honolulu 808-955-9556 DrKevinGibson.com
Dr. Kevin Gibson is a licensed Naturopathic Physician, Acupuncturist and Registered Environmental Specialist with 32 years of public health/medical experience. His specialties are cancer care, gastrointestinal illness, cardiovascular disease, sports medicine, hyperbaric oxygen therapy and chronic fatigue. See therapy brief, page 7, and ad, page 27.
PAIN RELIEF AND PREVENTION
PAIN RELIEF – PROLOTHERAPY DR. ALLISON GANDRE, ND
Hawaii Natural Healing Center Honolulu – 1141 Koko Head, Ste 201 Kailua – 970 N Kalaheo, Ste A111 808-421-7753 HINaturalHealing.com Dr. Allison Gandre is a licensed Naturopathic Physician who received her doctorate from Bastyr University, an internationally renowned integrative naturopathic medical school in Seattle, Washington. She has two locations on Oahu where she treats patients that have a wide range of conditions ranging from allergies and immune system dysfunctions to hormonal imbalances and digestive disorders. She has a special emphasis in resolving pain conditions using neural prolotherapy and nutritional protocols. See ad, page 31.
RED LIGHT THERAPY RED LIGHT KAILUA
1090 Keolu Dr, #110, Kailua 1960 Kapiolani Blvd, #110, Honolulu 808-425-4080 Kailua 808-260-9795 Honolulu RedLightHealing.com Red light therapy is an affordable and non-invasive way to dramatically heal and improve your body. It has been shown to increase blood circulation which helps to reduce inflammation and blood pressure. It has also been shown to drastically reduce body aches and pains by helping to repair the underlying conditions of nerve damage, torn muscles, built up scar tissue or arthritis. Call for your first session and mention Natural Awakenings Hawaiʻi. See therapy brief, page 8, and ad, page 48.
REHABILITATION & PHYSICAL THERAPY
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ELAM SPORTS OAHU
Dr. Mike Quirk, DO, is a family practitioner that specializes in treating pain and other medical conditions. His approach is complementary and holistic, and his work supports mainstream treatments. The focus of his treatment plans includes Osteopathic manipulation, nutrition, herbs and exercise. He specializes in resolving long-term conditions and pain; he has especially good results with back, pelvic, bone and joint pain issues. See ad, page 4.
Elam Sports' mission is to serve active families in Hawai`i by providing extraordinary care in the areas of Physical Therapy, Athletic Training and Sports Medicine, Physical Fitness and Wellness and Strength and Conditioning. Their facility is fully equiped and the staff is excellent. See ad, page 33.
1150 S King St, Ste 906, Honolulu 808-468-2461 FeelGoodOahu.com
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RELATIONSHIP COACHING HAWAII RELATIONSHIP COACHING 765 Amana St, Ste 503, Honolulu 808-202-7727 HawaiiRelationshipCoach@gmail.com HawaiiRelationshipCoach.com
Randy Hampton and Beverly Craddock are the married team behind Hawaii Relationship Coaching and the renowned Hawaii Hypnosis Center. Hawaii Relationship Coaching offers affordable sessions and works with partners separately to avoid the “hesaid, she-said” mediation style of traditional relationship counseling. By applying the concepts outlined in their e-book, The Heart and The Head, they are helping couples rediscover the reasons they got together in the first place. Visit their website for a copy of their e-book. See article, page 20, and ad, page 9.
SHOPPING CENTERS KOKO MARINA CENTER 7192 Kalanianaole Hwy Honolulu 808-395-4737 kokomarinacenter.com
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MCCULLY SHOPPING CENTER 1960 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu 808-955-7377 McCullySC.com
Conveniently located in the McCully-Moiliili neighborhood between Pumehana and McCully streets, this shopping center has what you are looking for. Pick up your copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaiʻi in the center’s handy outdoor rack.
SLEEP MEDICINE HONOLULU NEUROSCIENCE CLINIC Michael B. Russo, MD Honolulu - 250 Ward Ave, Ste 170 Hilo - 1335 Kalanianaole Ave Kailua-Kona - West Hawaii Community Health Center, 74-5214 Keanalehu Dr 808-294-3332 Admin@HawaiiPacificDeeg.com HawaiiSleepNeurologist.com
Dr. Michael Russo is a graduate of Princeton University and Chicago Medical School, with a prestigious career in the military. He is a neurologist who is an expert in fixing sleep problems. He specializes in the treatment of snoring, memory problems, excess sleepiness, insomnia, nightmares and sleep walking. See ads, pages 5 and 14.
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VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS THE VITAMIN SHOPPE VitaminShoppe.com
808-840-9135 YoshieMiakoda.com
Yoshie Miakoda, an awardholding, tested and certified medium, helps people find joy and transform their lives through hypnosis, evidential mediumship and spiritual healing. Experience the spiritual journey to renewed happiness. See ad, page 17.
SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCE HIDDEN OAHU
808-551-0900 TalkingtoStones@aol.com TalkingtoStones.com Join Kahu Angela Pohakuola for a reading or workshop to clarify thoughts or achieve enlightenment on the way to making a decision. Angela's sessions will take the journey to a new and heightened level. If you are called to listen, contact Angela for a reading, workshop, guided sacred experience, house blessing and more. See ad, page 37.
TRAINING AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT TIME 4 CHANGE HI
Taylor Hoopii and Don Faumuina Honolulu 808-221-9943 Info@Time4ChangeHI.com Tinyurl.com/Time4ChangeHI Time 4 Change HI offers interactive workshops to help youth and businesses develop teamwork, improve communication and achieve more effective problem-solving skills. Any school, university or business interested in developing strong leadership skills and improving communication can learn more by reaching out to Taylor Hoopii and Don Faumuina to discuss what Time 4 Change can do to help. See news brief, page 11, and ad, page 32.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES WAIMEA VALLEY
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