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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue, you get cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle. Your local advertisers greatly appreciate your support.

6 newsbriefs 8 healthbriefs 11 globalbriefs

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13 therapy

1 4 THE RISE OF

19 inspiration

New Paradigm Gets to the Root Cause of Disease

spotlight

20 greenliving

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE by Lisa Marshall

22 consciouseating

17 A SUPERFOOD

24 healingways

26 fitbody

20 ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EASY TO BE GREEN

28 healthykids 31 naturalpet 32 calendar 34 resourceguide

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FOR THE BRAIN by Marsha R. Sakamaki

At Home and On the Road by Avery Mack

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22 SUPER SOUPS

New Twists on Old Favorites Heal, Nourish and Soothe by Judith Fertig

24 GOOD REASONS TO

TRY ACUPUNCTURE Thousands of Studies Show Healing Results by Kathleen Barnes

26 THE POWER OF

CONSCIOUS DANCE

Creative Movement Connects Body, Mind and Spirit by Gail Condrick

28 TREATING AUTISM

NATURALLY

Plus Strategies for Prevention by Meredith Montgomery

31 THE RIGHT VET FOR YOUR PET

Animals Thrive with Gentle, Safe and Natural Approaches by Shawn Messonnier

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ere we are at the one-year anniversary of publishing Natural Awakenings Hawaii. We actually began the process a couple of years ago, way back in January 2014. To get ready, we did research, had training, did more research, did lots of marketing, set up distribution sites, wrote articles, and met with people before our first edition hit the streets of Oahu in December of last year. We are extremely proud of reaching this milestone in our journey. The entire year of 2015 feels a bit like a blur, but we can look back at each month’s issue with pride, knowing that we produced a quality magazine and distributed it on time every month. All of this required the support of all of our readers, for whom we are so thankful. We have had the pleasure of meeting so many loyal enthusiasts at festivals, trade shows, distribution sites and on the streets. Each time, it’s rewarding to hear how much people appreciate the magazine’s content and look forward to the next edition. The success of the past year also required the help from each and every one of the more than 225 magazine distribution sites. These businesses willingly make room for our magazine so that it can be easily picked up throughout the month. The sponsoring advertisers take their support to the next level by purchasing space in Natural Awakenings Hawaii to represent their fine products and services. We owe a debt of gratitude to all three components of the Natural Awakenings Hawaii community. Mahalo, Mahalo, Mahalo for the vibrant support for healthy and green living on Oahu. This month’s theme is Health and Wellness, and this issue features articles on the rise of functional medicine; the healing results of acupuncture; and the power of dance to connect body, mind and spirit—all of which promote ways to get and stay healthy. In the blur of this past year, we have not established strong enough goals for ourselves with regard to taking a break from work and getting moving outdoors. We are determined to change that and will keep you posted on how we do with our resolution to get out walking multiple times a week. Wish us luck on our commitment. We love to hear from readers; let us know what you are doing this year to be healthy and green. Send us an email at Publisher@NaturalAwakeningsHawaii. com or comment on Facebook at Facebook.com/NaturalAwakeningsHawaii. We continue to strive to be your go-to resource for natural health and wellness, and to help support you and your loved ones in experiencing long, healthy and happy lives. Make January Jubilant! In gratitude,

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Optimal Living 2016

Permaculture Design Certificate Course Starts January 23

he Asia-Pacific Center for Regenerative Design (APCRD) is offering a Permaculture Design Certification (PDC) program starting January 23. Instructors Matthew Lynch and Hunter Heaivilin will pass on knowledge and inspire participants to learn and do. Matthew is the system sustainability coordinator for the 10 campuses of the University of Hawaii and is also founder of the Honolulu-based nonprofit APCRD. He currently serves on the board of directors for Kahumana Organic Farm and Slow Food Oahu and as the measures project co-chair for the Hawaii Green Growth Aloha+ Sustainability Dashboard. His work implements permaculture design principles in a broad range of community projects from Mongolia to Australia and throughout the Pacific, from building rural community resilience through farmer trainings to sustainable economic development to catalyzing institutional change through policy work and collaborative leadership. Matthew’s talent for energizing communities and individuals has re-humanized urban and institutional systems in the developing and developed worlds, and works toward restoring and regenerating the ecological systems upon which these social systems depend. Hunter holds degrees in tropical forest ecosystem and agroforestry management as well as sustainable community development. His educational and consulting work has taken him to projects throughout the Pacific, Caribbean, Southeast Asia and the Andes. From disaster response to agroecology and waste management, his experience across the globe has informed his work back at home in the islands, where he is, among other things, currently the coordinator for the Oahu Farm to School Network. The PDC course takes place on multiple locations across Oahu for one weekend each month over six months. Participants will meet many of the island’s farmers, activists and social entrepreneurs during this course, which mixes classroom-style and hands-on practicums focused on methods of design, permaculture principles, diversified agriculture, and alternative social and economic systems. The course will culminate with a completed design project. The 72-hour PDC curriculum is a training program for farmers, homeowners, renters, accountants, landscapers, architects, builders, developers, civic planners, educators, environmentalists, students and anyone interested in meeting human needs by turning our communities into fully functioning ecosystems. Participants will receive hands-on experience on how to apply the principles of social and ecological design in their own home, neighborhood and beyond. This curriculum has truly transformed the lives and enhanced the careers of thousands of people around the world. Participants will learn this holistic design system based on sustainable care of the Earth and its inhabitants and efficient use of natural resources. Even in the most difficult conditions, permaculture empowers people to transform marginal lands into abundant landscapes. Cost: $1,000. For more information or to register, contact Donna Lay at 808-2242462 or DonnaRLay@gmail.com, or visit apcrd.org/2016pdc. 6

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Marsha R. Sakamaki

Kirsten Biondi

he Wellness Center Hawaii is offering a program to optimize life in 2016. Marsha R. Sakamaki, developer of The Wellness Center Hawaii, in Honolulu, is joining forces with Kirsten Biondi, MA—a licensed holistic life coach, who specializes in wellness, relationships and spiritual transformation—to offer a program that will take participants on a journey of selfhealing with the most powerful healing modalities known. This eight-week program is being offered to address physical health and energy levels, emotional health and intimacy in relationships (both with others and oneself), and spiritual wellbeing and connection to the Source. This includes highly personalized testing and therapies in conjunction with individual life coaching to journey down the road to health and freedom. The most cutting-edge tools will be used to test where deficiencies are; then healing therapies will be employed to enhance self-healing. The Wellness Center Hawaii offers the following therapies and equipment: Synchronicity Wave Room, ES Teck Scan, Stressor Scans, Quantum Infinity Scan, PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy), Infrared Sauna, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Beam Ray Technology (Rife), EVOX Scans, Diet Plans (Lifestyle Plans) and Metacheck Metabolic Analyzer. Make 2016 the best year yet by optimizing energies for healthy living—mind, body and spirit. Location: 1016 Kapahulu Ave., Ste. 110, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot (limited number of participants), call 808-443-4111 or visit TheWellnessCenterHawaii.com. See ad, page 33.

Charlene deLory Offering Antiaging Techniques in Hawaii Kai

ver the past 25 years, Charlene deLory has searched the world for the best antiaging methods. This search and the resulting solutions have earned her a reputation as a successful authority on antiaging. Her expertise is now available in Hawaii Kai. Charlene began her career as a model, where she gained prominence doing fashion runway work and photography. She moved into the field of commercial interior design, blending esoteric beauty with practical results. Over time, she turned her interest to antiaging research. Charlene is an inspiration, easily passing for being in her 50s when she is, in fact, approaching 70. Charlene’s practice offers the finest machines available, which naturally heal and reverse the destruction of skin and muscle cells. Facial rejuvenation through microcurrent treatments is one of the holistic approaches she offers to reverse the signs of aging. Charlene has techniques that tone, lift and contour facial muscles and reduce wrinkles, lines, acne and scars. These treatments increase collagen and elastin while stimulating blood flow and oxidation of cells to restore health and vibrancy to the skin. They also help eliminate metabolic waste (toxins) and free radicals from cells and tissue. Combining treatments with her personal counsel, Charlene can establish a personal treatment plan to meet individual needs. As a woman of vision and daring, Charlene offers the results of her knowledge, techniques and equipment to all that search for their best self, at any age.

Blue Whale Children’s Dentistry of Hawaii Is Now Open and Accepting Patients

lue Whale Children’s Dentistry of Hawaii, founded by Dr. Gavin Uchida, DDS, has a unique, compassionate and holistic approach to children’s dentistry. Dr. Gavin is oriented toward treating the whole patient while practicing minimally invasive and mercury-free dentistry of the highest clinical standards. His practice values focus on prevention and education, and his years of experience bring an integrative/multidisciplinary approach that is emotionally positive and supportive of long-term wellness. Located in Kaimuki, Blue Whale offers weekend and evening appointments to accommodate school and work schedules. The office is calm and peaceful. All pediatric patients are welcome from infant through teenager. It is highly recommended that children visit before their first birthday. Location: 3660 Waialae Ave., Ste. 201, Honolulu. For more information, call 808-735-BLUE (2583) or visit BlueWhaleHawaii.com. See ad, page 29.

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Autism Spurs Creative Thinking

he UK’s University of East Anglia and the University of Stirling conducted a study of individuals with autistic traits among 312 people recruited through social media, including 75 diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorder. Each of the subjects completed a series of creativity tests in which they determined uses of mundane objects. Published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, the study found that while the autistic people chose fewer uses for each object, their choices were significantly more original and creative. The subjects developed a greater range of “divergent thinking”. Martin Doherty, Ph.D., co-author of the study, confirms, “People with high autistic traits can have less quantity, but greater quality of creative ideas. They are typically considered to be more rigid in their thinking, so the fact that the ideas they have are more unusual or rare is surprising. This difference may have positive implications for creative problem solving.” The researchers found that while the average person will utilize simple mental strategies to produce more obvious answers first, autistic people tend to first utilize more demanding strategies during their processing, thus producing the more creative result.

Scientists Urge Ban on Non-Stick Pan Coatings

new paper published in the Environmental Health Perspectives journal warns of the continued health risks of chemicals used for non-stick pan coatings and water repellents on clothing. The chemical is being found in some municipalities’ drinking water. More than 200 scientists signed the statement, which presents the dangers of polyand perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These chemicals are persistently used as pan coatings, despite more than a decade of research showing associations with liver toxicity, neurological disorders, cancers of different organs and types, and heart conditions. The paper noted that many manufacturers have discontinued long-chain PFAS production and substituted shorter-chain PFAS. The scientists caution that these shorter-chain PFAS may not effectively reduce PFAS exposure because more has to be used to achieve the same effectiveness, maintaining PFAS in the environment with exposure levels relatively unchanged. It calls for scientists, governments, chemical manufacturers and consumer product manufacturers to participate in halting all PFAS production.

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Feel Young, Live Long

esearch published in the Journal of the American Medical Association has found people that feel younger than their years have a lower incidence of earlier mortality. Conducted by scientists from the UK’s University College London, the research analyzed data from 6,489 people and measured their self-perceived age with the question, “How old do you feel you are?” Then, over more than eight years, the scientists tracked the number of deaths from all causes. Almost 70 percent of those that averaged a little over 65 reported feeling at least three years younger than their chronological age. Only a quarter said they felt close to their age and about 5 percent said they felt more than a year older. The research found that deaths among those that felt younger were 14 percent, while more than 18 percent of those who felt their own age and more than 24 percent of people that felt older died during the follow-up period. The research further found that individuals that felt at least three years younger were less likely to die later from heart disease or cancer. These relationships prevailed even when other health and lifestyle factors were eliminated. Co-author Andrew Steptoe, Ph.D., says, “We expected to find an association between self-perceived age and mortality. We didn’t expect that the relationship would still be present even when wealth, other socio-demographic indicators, health, depression, mobility and other factors were taken into account.”

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Sesame Street Addresses Autism After working with organizations such as Autism Speaks and the Autism Self Advocacy Network, Sesame Street has been aiming to help reduce the stigma associated with autism spectrum disorder. A new autistic character, Julia, already has her own digital storybook, We’re Amazing, 1,2,3 as part of the campaign See Amazing in All Children. According to Dr. Jeanette Betancourt, senior vice president of U.S. social impact at Sesame Workshop, Sesame Street producers are waiting to hear back from the autism community before introducing Julia to the TV show. For more information, visit Autism.SesameStreet.org/storybook-we-are-amazing and Tinyurl.com/MeetJuliaVideo.

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Eastern Practices Penetrate U.S. Corporate Culture Aetna CEO Mark Bertolini has introduced free yoga and meditation classes for employees of the health insurance giant, and more than 13,000 are participating. On average, they experienced a 28 percent reduction in their stress levels, 20 percent improvement in sleep quality, 19 percent reduction in pain and 62 minutes per week of extra productivity. “We have this groundswell inside the company of people wanting to take the classes,” says Bertolini. “It’s been pretty magical.” He sells the same classes to businesses that contract with Aetna. Google now offers emotional intelligence courses for employees and General Mills has a meditation room in every building on its Minneapolis corporate campus. Even conservative Wall Street firms such as Goldman Sachs are teaching meditation on the job. Some programs, from yoga sessions for factory workers to guided meditations for executives, are intended to improve overall well-being; others to increase focus and productivity. Most aim to make employees more presentminded, less prone to make rash decisions and generally nicer people to work with. More than 21 million individuals now practice yoga nationwide, double the number from a decade ago, and nearly as many meditate, according to the National Institutes of Health.

GMO Labeling Endorsed by Physicians Even as the federal government pursues H.R. 1599, aka the “Deny Americans the Right to Know” (DARK) act, mainstream medicine is urging the government to abandon its resistance to GMO (genetically modified organism) labeling. They are bolstered by a recent announcement by the World Health Organization that glyphosate (the active ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup weed killer) is probably carcinogenic in humans. The genetic engineering ends up making crops resistant to the herbicide so more must be applied. According to contributing doctors from Harvard, Mt. Sinai Medical Center and the University of Wisconsin reporting in the New England Journal of Medicine, “GM crops are now the agricultural products most heavily treated with herbicides, and two of these herbicides may pose risks of cancer.” A recent notice in the same journal, “GMOs, Herbicides and Public Health,” reports: “The application of biotechnology to agriculture has been rapid and aggressive. The vast majority of the soy and [feed] corn grown in the United States are now genetically engineered. Foods produced from GM crops have become ubiquitous.” Sixty-four countries, including Russia and China, have already adopted transparency in labeling laws, but U.S. Big Food and Big Ag lobbyists have stonewalled efforts domestically. For more information and petitions, visit OrganicConsumers.org.

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Puppy Cuddles Students De-Stress by Petting Dogs

The nonprofit World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and the Zoological Society of London have jointly determined that industrial-scale overfishing, pollution and climate change have killed half of all marine life over the last 40 years. The Living Blue Planet Report cites that species essential to the global food supply are among the hardest hit, partially due to humans catching them faster than they can reproduce. Large swaths of coral reefs, mangroves and sea grasses have also died, further decimating fish populations. Statistics show that the family of fish that includes tuna and mackerel has declined by 75 percent since 1970. The number of species is also declining; a quarter of all shark and ray species face extinction. Half of all coral has already disappeared, and the rest will vanish by 2050 if temperatures continue to rise at current rates. “Coral reefs occupy less than 1 percent of the ocean surface, but they harbor a third of ocean species,” says French biologist Gilles Boeuf. The WWF report argues that protected global ocean area should be tripled by 2020 and fish retailers should source from companies that follow certified best practice standards.

At least three universities in England have offered puppy rooms to stressed students. More than 600 students signed up last year in Bristol alone. Gordon Trevett, from the University’s Centre for Sport, Exercise and Health, says, “Every year I see students fretting about their exams, and I thought this would be a great way to ease the stress and take their minds off it. People with dogs have lower blood pressure in stressful situations than those without a dog, and we know that playing with a dog can elevate levels of serotonin and dopamine, which calm and relax.” Jo Woods, from the Bristol Students Union, says, “It’s important to do fun and different things to de-stress during exams, and cuddling a puppy is a perfect way to release some endorphins.”

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hat if there were a way to identify malfunctioning areas of a brain and then devise a plan to retrain and improve them? That is precisely what the team at Honolulu NeuroScience Clinic (HNSC) is doing. Through a combination of testing with Hawaii’s only dense-array electroencephalogram (DEEG) and brain-training interventional EEG, Drs. Michael Russo and Melba Stetz are helping patients improve their quality of life. The DEEG uses a flexible net that overlays the head with 128 sensors. These sensors are actually comfortable sponges that are soaked in saltwater. This net helps study the brain’s electrical signals with four times the sensitiv-

by Karen Charron ity of a standard EEG, which typically has 32 or fewer sensors. The DEEG provides a much more detailed picture of the brain and greatly improves the precision of the test. It shows a color display of the functioning brain and enables a clear image of cognitive health (as shown in the accompanying photos). Patients suffering from a variety of conditions can benefit from diagnosis and treatment at HNSC. These conditions include: • Military PTSD • TBI/Concussions • Child/Adult ADHD • Anxiety • Depression • Sleep Disorders

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The DEEG can be used to map an individual’s thought patterns and cognitive processing capabilities. This map is then used as a starting point for a neurotherapeutic “exercise” program to improve the brain’s functioning. The brain has an innate ability to transform itself through the process of neuroplasticity, which is the brain’s capacity to change its structure. To assist in this process, HNSC uses interventional EEG, which is similar to neurofeedback, to guide the neuroplasticity of the brain and achieve permanent changes by training the brain to function in a preferred manner. Once a goal is established for the desired level of brain activity, the process involves wearing a neurocap to monitor the brain while the patient performs tasks. When achieving the targeted levels, the patient uses his/her mind to control different things (e.g., video games, movies). This training is used to exercise the brain in a way that will retrain it to achieve optimum performance. The patient undergoes 15 therapy sessions, after which a follow-up DEEG can illustrate the improved cognitive processing. HNSC offers a unique blend of neurology and psychology in its treatment strategy. By pairing these two specialties, Drs. Russo and Stetz can assist patients in normalizing and consciously learning new brain patterns for an improved quality of life. Location: 320 Ward Ave., Ste. 101, in Honolulu. For more information, call 808-638-7667 or 808-294-3332, or visit HawaiiPacific DEEG.com. See ad, page 9. Karen Charron is a freelance writer living in Oahu and a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings Hawaii.

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changes, she’s 10 pounds heavier and feels better than she has in decades. “I spent a lot of years and money in the traditional medical system and got nothing,” says Mills. With functional medicine, “In a very short time, they had me feeling nearly 100 percent.”

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The Rise of Functional Medicine New Paradigm Gets to the Root Cause of Disease by Lisa Marshall

y the end of 2014, Trina Mills, of Parker, Arizona, had given up on conventional medicine. She’d been diagnosed with a thyroid disorder 17 years earlier and taken medication ever since without feeling her symptoms of fatigue, muscle aches and stomach problems ever fully subside. She’d visited endocrinologists, gastroenterologists and a half-dozen other specialists, each of which offered a different diagnosis and prescribed a different drug. At one point, she had her gallbladder removed. At another, her doctor suspected she had bleeding in her brain and sent her for a computerized axial tomography (CAT) scan. Some thought she was a hypochondriac; others said she was depressed. “I would tell them,

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‘I’m just depressed that you can’t figure out why I’m so sick,’” she says. Weighing a skeletal 82 pounds, the 54-year-old mother of three finally wrote out a living will and braced for the inevitable. Then she heard of a new Center for Functional Medicine opening at the prestigious, centuryold Cleveland Clinic. As the first clinic of its kind to open at an academic medical center, it promised to look at the underlying causes of disease, while focusing on the whole person, rather than isolated symptoms. Intrigued, Mills caught a flight to Ohio and soon was offering up 30 tubes of blood, stool and saliva samples, as well as an exhaustive life history. One year later, thanks to a series of personalized diet and lifestyle NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

In the 25 years since nutritional biochemist Jeffrey Bland, Ph.D., of Gig Harbor, Washington, coined the term, this science-based, whole-body approach to addressing chronic disease has gained widespread traction. More than 100,000 physicians—60 percent of them medical doctors—have trained with the Institute for Functional Medicine he founded in Washington and New Mexico, and numerous medical schools have added its tenets to their curricula. More naturopaths and chiropractors are also distinguishing themselves with a functional medicine emphasis. “It is not alternative medicine at all,” stresses Bland, whose latest book, The Disease Delusion, details how functional medicine can curb chronic diseases like arthritis, diabetes, dementia, and heart disease, which constitute 78 percent of U.S. health care costs. “It’s the basis of 21st-century health care,” he says. For most of the 20th century, conventional medicine centered on a singular objective: Arrive at a diagnosis and treat it with drugs or surgery. Then, the alternative medicine movement proffered a toolbox of more natural therapies, including acupuncture, herbs and massage to address these same diagnoses. The 1990s brought integrative medicine, a best-of-both-worlds approach. “While all of the above have merit, they lack the necessary guidance to help practitioners determine which tools work best for which patient,” says Dr. Mark Hyman, director of the Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Functional Medicine. “Alternative therapies and conventional treatments are tools. We need a new map that can teach us how to skillfully use those tools,” maintains Hyman. “That map is functional medicine.” Because one chronic disease such as diabetes can have dozens of underlying causes, or one culprit such as a

genetic predisposition or exposure to toxins can lead to multiple chronic conditions, functional medicine focuses on systems, rather than organs, and origins, rather than diseases. “It’s about listening to the patient’s story in a different way, where the objective is not simply about arriving at a diagnosis,” explains Bland.

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Key to discovering the underlying origins of a health issue are a host of new gene, blood and gut health tests. “They allow us to look under the patient’s ‘metabolic hood’ at the genetic and biochemical factors influencing health,” says Naturopathic Doctor Kara Fitzgerald, who heads up a functional medicine clinic in Newtown, Connecticut. For instance, certain genes influence how a person burns and stores fat. Depending on which variant a patient has, based on a genetic test, they might be guided toward a higheror lower-fat diet. Those genetically prone to difficulty in metabolizing the amino acid homocysteine (an excess of which can raise the risk of heart disease) might be advised to take folic acid supplements. If a patient displays intractable gut problems, rather than simply look for blood or pathogens in the stool, Fitzgerald also looks at the DNA of their gut microbiome, mapping out which strains of good bacteria are present or absent and prescribing prebiotics, probiotics or whole foods to promote a healthful balance. For another patient with thinning hair and aching joints, she might use specialized blood tests to look

for micronutrient deficiencies, signs of allergies or certain autoantibodies—proteins produced by the immune system that mistakenly attack one’s own tissues—that might herald a brewing autoimmune disorder. “Research shows that predictive autoantibodies can show up in the blood 10 or even 20 years before an autoimmune disease such as Type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis or rheumatoid arthritis makes itself known,” says Fitzgerald, pointing to a seminal review published in 2007 in Scientific American: “If a patient with mild, early-stage symptoms is proactive with diet and lifestyle changes, they may be able to fend it off.” High-tech tests aside, Bland stresses that what’s most important is “a tool that has been largely lost in medicine today: Knowing how to listen to the patient.” In a typical exam, Fitzgerald thoroughly inspects often neglected body parts, including the tongue and fingernails, which can hold important clues to underlying health. She asks about past emotional trauma which might trigger chronic disease, and inquires about what environmental toxins and harmful chemicals both the patient and their birth parents may have been exposed to. One example might be a patient exposed to cigarette smoking in utero having a bias toward an allergic disease. If their parents grew up in a period of famine, they might have inherited a genetic disposition for rapid weight gain. “She spent two-and-a-half hours with me,” in her initial consultation, recalls 52-year-old Lauren Zambrelli, of Long Island, New York, who credits

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stuff from the body and put in the good stuff,” says Hyman. Maintaining good health is priceless, but without conventional insurance coverage, it can be expensive. While Mills’ doctor visits were covered by insurance (which is rare), she spends roughly $1,000 a month on supplements to address her diagnosed leaky gut syndrome, nutrient deficiencies and mercury poisoning. Zambrelli has paid thousands out of her own pocket, too.

Some people worry that, like most conventional physicians, some functional medicine practitioners place too much emphasis on expensive tests and too little on the most crucial and affordable remedy—self-care. “Functional medicine as a concept is an important step forward,” says integrative medicine pioneer Dr. James Gordon, founder of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine, in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco. “However, some practi-

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tioners do a lot of tests and prescribe a lot of supplements and work on cleaning out the gut, but neglect the psychological, spiritual and social issues. That concerns me.” Bland and Hyman concede that some practitioners over-test, but say that will fade over time as they learn to better discriminate which ones are useful for specific patients. Several efforts also are underway to get more functional medicine providers and the acupuncturists, massage therapists and nutritionists they work with covered under the Affordable Care Act, which expressly emphasizes a need for more preventive medicine. Viewing the big picture, Bland believes that functional medicine is just what the country needs to save on exploding healthcare costs. Rather than spending dollars on extraordinary measures to save heart attack victims or diabetics in emergencies, we can prevent such dire situations by identifying underlying problems sooner and halting their progression. In the meantime, some patients are finding priceless relief. “Am I poorer right now? Yes,” says Mills. “Am I healthier? Way. It’s been so worth it.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO, who specializes in health care. Connect at LisaAnn Marshall.com.

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A Superfood for the Brain by Marsha R. Sakamaki

s there such a thing as a “superfood” for the brain? The answer is yes, according to an article in the October 2015 issue of Mind, Mood & Memory from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), the premium teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. It describes this food as inexpensive, widely available and nutrient-dense. It is a “miracle brain booster” that grows on trees. What is this food? Walnuts, and, to a lesser extent, other nuts. The article concludes, “Just a handful of walnuts a day has been shown to improve brain health and functioning.” Walnuts are a source of an incredible number of nutrients that seem especially designed to benefit the brain. Research shows that as few as seven walnuts a day makes a difference in our mental function-

ing. A study of thousands of American adults showed that those that regularly ate walnuts scored consistently higher on tests of memory, comprehension and information-processing speed. Cognitive function was consistently better in walnut eaters, regardless of age, gender or ethnicity, according to findings in the March 2015 issue of the Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging. While all nuts are nutritious, walnuts contain more brain-healthy antioxidants, vitamin E and folic acid. A research director at MGH notes that walnuts are the only nut that contains a significant amount of omega-3 fatty acids, which are associated with improved brain plasticity; better learning and memory; lower risk for mental disorders, such as depression and dementia; and a multitude of other health benefits.

In addition to the aforementioned health benefits, walnuts contain other substances needed by the brain, such as lean protein; powerful antioxidants; vitamin B6; and polyunsaturated fats, which help lower so-called “bad cholesterol” and improve blood-vessel function. They also have an amino acid that promotes blood-vessel relaxation; melatonin, which facilitates restful sleep; and minerals, such as manganese, potassium, copper, iron, magnesium, zinc and calcium. Harvard scientists suggest that eating nuts may even contribute to lower mortality. A 2013 study over a 30-yearperiod showed that eating nuts less than once a week was associated with a 7 percent reduction in mortality; once a week with an 11 percent reduction; five to six times a week with a 15 percent reduction; and seven or more times a week with a 20 percent reduction. Unfortunately, research by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, published in 2014, found that 38 percent of American adults eat nuts every day, and only about 13 percent of those reached the recommended consumption of an ounce and a half a day. Why? Perhaps they are simply unaware of the benefits of eating walnuts and other nuts. Fortunately, this should be easy to fix—we simply need to decide to add them to our daily diet. Walnuts and other nuts make a great snack. They can be added to familiar dishes, including salads, granolas and baked goods. Nuts also can be made into delicious homemade nut butters. And they are cheap and widely available. The Wellness Center Hawaii, in Honolulu, offers the latest in cuttingedge and innovative energy-based techniques, applications and products that support one’s journey to optimal health. Its vision is to walk with clients on the road toward achieving clients’ desired goals. Marsha R. Sakamaki is the developer of The Wellness Center Hawaii. For more information, call 808-732-5363, email MarshaSakamaki@TheWellness CenterHawaii.com or visit TheWellness CenterHawaii.com. See ad, page 33.

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Changing Bodies, Changing Minds by Randy Hampton

t different points on the path of life … things take some turns. Our bodies change. We enter another phase. The early changes of growth and entering adulthood are easy to identify because looking back now they feel more like a rite of passage than a hormonal train wreck. And then later in life our bodies transition from our reproductive stage to midlife. For men, it’s a loss of testosterone, which can mean belly fat, hair loss and lower libido. And, frankly, men have it easy. For women, the hormonal changes in midlife can be even more staggering than those experienced in the teen years. But at least one local hypnotist says it doesn’t have to be that way. “Menopause shouldn’t be the toughest thing you have to deal with,” says Beverly Craddock, master hypnotist at Hawaii Hypnosis Center, in Honolulu. “In fact, women going through menopause will all experience it a little bit differently.” Beverly points to studies that found that women of Japanese descent experi-

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ence fewer symptoms of menopause. For many years, researchers studied diet and environmental factors to determine why different races were experiencing different menopause symptoms. “Recent studies have identified cultural differences that play a significant role versus diet or any environmental factor,” she explains. “The researchers learned that because Japanese culture values aging so strongly that women are more likely to experience the aging process in a more positive way. Basically, it’s all controlled by the perceptions of the mind.” Beverly says that when women view menopause from a Western perspective, they’re more likely to experience it in a negative way. “Women in Western cultures struggled for many years for equality in the workplace,” she says. “The sexual revolution of the 1970s brought about concepts such as reproductive choice and birth control. Whether people agreed with all of the changes or NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

not, menopause in Western culture became the time when women were giving up the things that seemed to be highly valued culturally. Asian cultures tended to view this time differently—more as a time when maturity and wisdom were achieved.” Because of an understanding of the new research findings on how cultural perspectives affect the actual physical symptoms of hormonal change, Beverly says that hypnosis is finding new success in helping women attain more comfort as they transition through the hormonal changes of midlife. “Hypnotists have always believed that mental perspective and subconscious beliefs have the ability to alter physical symptoms,” she notes. “This new understanding proves that the mind absolutely can make changes to the way we feel and even the way the body operates.” Beverly points to the success of hypnosis in a recent study by Gary Elkins at the Mind-Body Medicine Research Laboratory at Baylor University. Elkins’ study of 187 women found that weekly hypnosis sessions led to both a perceived and an actual reduction in hot flash symptoms for 80 percent of study participants after five weeks. Based on the results of this study, Beverly started looking at how the unconscious mind could be directed to provide a more gentle and regulated flow of hormones without the wild swings. “The human brain gets good at doing the things that it does repeatedly,” she explains. “So when the physical parts of the body begin to change and shutdown, the brain keeps trying to do what it has always done and release hormones. The mind doesn’t have the experience to deal with the new physical factors. Menopause is the time that the mind takes to adjust to the physical changes. When that happens, things like temperature regulation fall into new patterns of relief. Hypnosis works to help the mind move through the transition phase more easily.” Beverly teaches her clients how to use goal-oriented hypnosis to create a better health blueprint and to

allow the mind to slowly transition to the bodily changes. By creating slow changes, clients can experience relief from primary and secondary menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, mood swings, vaginal dryness and anxiousness. There was also another interesting research breakthrough that has really helped Beverly’s clients find comfort. “There’s a study by a business professor at Harvard that really keyed us in to even more ways that both the body and the mind interact with one another,” she says. “The research by Amy Cuddy showed that merely changing the position of the body and holding a ‘power pose’ (hands on hips, legs apart) for two minutes was able to increase testosterone levels and decrease cortisol levels in test subjects. Those researchers applied their work toward building confidence in business and politics.” Beverly realized that shifting a client’s body position could also change other hormone levels within the body. She has her clients use body position to create chemical change while the subconscious mind is helping alleviate stress, level hormone flows more gently, improve mood and increase overall health. Her work with menopausal clients addresses the causes and the symptoms of menopause by working with mind and body to achieve relief. “Each client is different, and we work individually to find their solutions,” she says. “Some of them laugh when I explain everything, but then they feel better … and they keep laughing because they missed laughing when they were miserable.” Beverly does remind her clients that hypnosis is never a replacement for the care of a physician. When working with clients with medical issues, such as chronic pain, or with clients going through menopause, she requires that they discuss using hypnosis with their physician before beginning the sessions. Randy Hampton is a writer, social scientist, hypnotist and blogger living in Honolulu. See ad, page 15.

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Key Signs We’re Approaching a Defining Moment by Dennis Merritt Jones

ur authentic self is constantly trying to get our attention so it may be more fully expressed. When we set our intention to genuinely evolve, we naturally begin to pay attention and see how redefining moments appear as needed. They are drawn to us sequentially to support us in the process of staying the course on our pilgrimage, each one a perfectly aligned portal in space and time, opening and closing, creating whatever experience is required to guide us to heightened awareness of our authentic self. While the possible circumstances that preclude such a moment are limitless, there are key signals to watch for. When they pop up, it helps immensely to stay engaged in the moment, rather than zipping past them on to another distraction. Rather, consider ways in which this might prove to be a pivotal point forward in our life journey. n Moments that challenge our ego and moments that our ego challenges us n Unexpected events n Times of significant loss n First-time experiences n Discontentment n Disappointment n Experiencing someone or something that instantly inspires us to grow n Birth of a loved one n Death of a loved one Personal growth and evolution can be motivated by either inspiration

or desperation. Both may prompt us to ask big questions of ourselves and the universe that cause us to dig deep. The deeper we dig, the closer we come to merging with our truest self. We know the answers to such questions are correct because they will lead to actions that honor life—like harming no one, including ourself— and affirm the presence of a prevailing power for good that lies within; a power that guides, protects and sustains us. Satisfying answers seek only the highest and best of us and bless all. They connect our mind, heart and soul, moving us forward on the path of wholeness as a fulfilled and joyfully self-expressed person. When we are impelled to ask an important question of our self and the universe, don’t rush the process and are willing to embrace the answer we receive, it pushes a reset button as to what defines us. It brings us an enhanced sense of authentic wholeness. The lesson is that when redefining moments appear, we must be open and prepared to go where we had no plans of going—because that’s where our bliss awaits us. Dennis Merritt Jones, D.D., is the author of Your (Re)Defining Moments, the source of this essay. He has contributed to the human potential movement and field of spirituality as a minister, teacher, coach and lecturer for 30 years. Learn more at DennisMerrittJones.com.

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4 Find the right seeds and plants. Then get quick advice on how many to buy and how and when to plant using the SmartGardener.com step-by-step app. It encompasses more than 3,000 organic, GMO-free, edible varieties.

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4 No dishpan hands. A full load of dishes in a water-efficient dishwasher uses four gallons of water versus 24 gallons for handwashing them, according to Seametrics, which manufactures flow meters.

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iving green means living well, using what you create with minimal waste,” says Mike Bond, an ecologist and bestselling activist author in Winthrop, Maine. Here, he and other savvy sources share tips to go ever greener in ways that are painless and affordable.

Start Small 4 Choose the best bulb for the job. Light bulbs can confuse even informed shoppers. Incandescent bulbs last more than 750 hours, but aren’t energy-efficient. Fluorescent bulbs use 75 percent less energy than incandescent and last 10 to 15 times longer. A 20-watt compact fluorescent light (CFL) uses 550

fewer kilowatt-hours than a 75-watt incandescent bulb. For additional information, check Tinyurl.com/Energy InfoLightBulbs. For a free app showing the best buy, visit LightBulbFinder.net. 4 Use appliance thermometers. Widely available, this useful tool will confirm a correct operating temperature of 37 to 40 degrees in the refrigerator and zero degrees in the freezer. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, a warmer fridge allows bacteria to grow, while 10 degrees cooler than the ideal range increases energy use 25 percent. Chiller units work harder if the room temperature exceeds 70 degrees, so keep appliances out of direct sunlight and away from the stove.

4 Test the toilet. If a few drops of food coloring added to the toilet tank colors water in the bowl, replace the flap. It’s an easy and inexpensive DIY task. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that one in 10 homes leaks a cumulative 90 gallons a day. 4 Fix the faucet. One drip per second equals 3,000 gallons a year wasted, Seametrics calculates. 4 Reset the hot water heater to 120 degrees. This safe and efficient setting also reduces corrosion and mineral buildup. 4 Discover soap nuts and wool dryer balls. Dried soapberry fruit shells contain saponin, which works like most detergents and soaps. Toss five or six whole shells (one-half ounce) in a wash bag with the laundry. They’re good for five to eight reuses. All-natural sheep’s wool dryer balls shorten drying time, soften and fluff fabric, reduce static and help keep pet hair off of clothes. 4 Change the car’s air filter. Maintain a clean filter according to manufacturer’s guidelines and visual inspection, about every 30,000 to 45,000 miles.

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4 Use an oil-change service. In Connecticut alone, do-it-yourselfers change 9.5 million gallons of motor oil a year, and 85 percent of it ends up in sewers, soil and trash as a major groundwater pollutant. Earth Talk reports that one quart can create a twoacre oil slick; a gallon can contaminate a million gallons of fresh water. While the more costly chemicals in synthetic oil create the same amount of pollution as traditional oil, it doesn’t need to be changed as often. 4 Carpool. The Green Living Ideas media network condones Uber, Lyft and Sidecar apps for making ridesharing ultra-accessible.

Go Greener 4 Replace old appliances with energyefficient models. Check out a unit’s Energy Star rating. Consider a tankless heater for hot water on demand, rather than 24/7 heating. 4 Choose eco-tires. Low rolling resistance improves gas mileage and reduces emissions. Keep tires properly inflated and periodically rotated for longer wear. Watch for future innovations in sustainable materials currently in research and development. 4 Ban idling. Don’t idle an electronic fuel-injected engine for more than 30 seconds when parked in cold weather; it warms up faster by being driven, ex-

plains the U.S. Department of Energy. Fuel injection engines took over in the 1980s and early 90s. Only older carburetors need a couple of minutes’ warm-up. The Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory further advises, “Idling for more than 10 seconds uses more fuel and emits more CO2 than engine restarting.” 4 Ask for pet- and eco-friendly antifreeze. Choose less toxic red-orange propylene glycol antifreeze instead of green ethylene glycol antifreeze, which is poisonous to pets and people. Dispose of both types properly, as they are toxic to wildlife and fish via groundwater, as well. 4 Green-clean car windows. Choose a brand like EvergreeN Windshield Washer Fluid, which is plant-derived, eco-friendly, non-toxic and biodegradable. Traditional blue fluid is methanol, combined methyl alcohol and wood alcohol, and extremely poisonous, especially to children and pets.

Go Big 4 Go solar. It’s the eco-alternative to conventional electricity generation. “Solar means that you’re creating your own power,” says Bond, who has used solar for years. “It works on an elegant cycle—create energy, use energy.” Leased solar panels reduce the cost of equipment, which has dropped dramatically in recent years.

4 Get a hybrid car. In combination with solar power, a hybrid vehicle can reduce or eliminate daily energy costs. “An electric car is perfect when commutes are not long,” Bond discloses. “If charged in the day, it can serve as the battery for a solar home at night, when no power is being created.” Connect with freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

Go-Green Apps Here are three apps we suggest among the many available. n Green You is a free app. It calculates our eco-friendliness and suggests steps toward a deeper shade of green. ItAnyPlace.com/support/ greenyou n Recycle offers a free national database of 100,000 recycling and disposal locations for 200 products. Specify the item and find local options with contact information. Earth911.com/ eco-tech/irecycle-now-on-android n eEcosphere helps users discover, adopt and share the best sustainable living ideas and makes it easy to share specific actions and ideas with friends via social media. eEcosphere.com

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SUPER SOUPS New Twists on Old Favorites Heal, Nourish and Soothe by Judith Fertig

inter season soups on chilly days can warm us, both body and soul. Whatever our food preferences or time constraints, some new twists on traditional favorites will satisfy everyone’s taste buds—with an accent on healthy pleasure. Here’s where to start. Reinventing the past. From her Colorado mountain home, Jenny McGruther, author of The Nourished Kitchen, celebrates the wisdom of traditional foodways, making nutrientdense, healing soup broth from bones, water, vegetables and seasonings. McGruther’s twist is to make it in a six-quart slow cooker. Once her family has dined on organic roast or rotisserie chicken, she simmers the bones with purified water, a bay leaf or two, a few whole peppercorns and a few chopped organic vegetables like onion, carrot and celery on the low setting for 22

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24 hours. Then she ladles the broth through a coffee strainer into another container, refreshes the slow cooker with more water and simmers the bones and seasonings for another 24 hours. Eventually, the broth will have less flavor and color, and that’s when McGruther starts all over again. “I call this perpetual soup,” she says. She blogs at NourishedKitchen. com. Slowing it down. With homemade broth on hand, it’s easy to make the Italian winter staple of Tuscan Vegetable Bean Soup. Cookbook authors and slow cooker experts Kathy Moore and Roxanne Wyss, from Lee’s Summit, Missouri, love to make this when they’re working on a cookbook deadline. They simply use what they have in the refrigerator, freezer or pantry. “With a soup like this you can always substitute one vegetable for another, adjusting the recipe to what NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

you enjoy and have on hand,” advises Moore. The pair blogs at PluggedInto Cooking.com. Speeding it up. Sometimes, we need a single serving of homemade soup fast. Award-winning recipe developer and cookbook author Camilla Saulsbury, of Nacogdoches, Texas, whips up a Pumpkin Sage Soup that can simmer in a saucepan within minutes, ready to be enjoyed in a mug. Saulsbury uses organic canned pumpkin, full of vitamins, which can vary in sweetness. “If needed,” she suggests, “add a drizzle of maple syrup to enhance the flavor of the soup.” Making “bisque” in a high-speed blender. Karen Adler is an avid grower of organic tomatoes in her Kansas City garden. When the seasonal harvest comes to an end, Adler grills or oven roasts the tomatoes, along with organic peppers and onions, and then freezes them, ready to make Roasted Tomato Bisque any time of the year. “My secret to a light bisque without using cream is to blend all the roasted vegetables together with a high-speed blender to give it body. A swirl of extra-virgin olive oil at the end finishes ensuring the satisfying flavor,” she says. Going cold. Douglas McNish, head chef at Toronto’s raw and vegan restaurant Raw Aura, serves a popular Lemon, Cucumber and Dill Soup, which is easy to make in a food processor. “This soup is amazing this time of year, when most of our diets may be lacking in healthy fats and trace minerals,” says McNish. Warming up. Two cookbook authors teamed up across many miles to write 300 Sensational Soups. Meredith Deeds lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, while Carla Snyder resides in Cleveland, Ohio. They’ve mutually discovered the naturally warming properties of curry powder in Curried Coconut Chickpea Soup. Snyder observes, “A good soup nourishes the heart, as well as the stomach, spreading a feeling of satisfaction and contentment.” Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Roasted Tomato Bisque Yields: 8 servings

4 large beefsteak tomatoes, sliced 2 red bell peppers, seeded and sliced 1 large red onion, peeled and sliced 2 Tbsp plus ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil ¼ cup red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp hot pepper sauce Bone broth or vegetable broth, if necessary Add fine dry or gluten-free bread crumbs and sliced green onion for garnish Preheat the oven to 425° F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Arrange the tomatoes, bell peppers and onion on the baking sheets and drizzle with the two tablespoons of olive oil. Roast for 30 minutes or until soft and browned at the edges. Transfer to a Vitamix or similar blender. Add the remaining half-cup olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt and hot pepper sauce and blend until smooth. Add a little bone broth or vegetable broth if the soup is too thick. Serve each bowl with a sprinkling of breadcrumbs and thinly sliced green onion. Adapted from The Gardener and the Grill, by Karen Adler and Judith Fertig

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SOUP’S ON! Tasty Recipes for Winter Meals Coconut Curried Chickpea Soup Yields: 6 servings

2 Tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp curry powder 1 lb small, red-skinned potatoes, ½-inch diced 4 cups vegetable stock 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk ½ tsp salt 2 cans (each 14 to 19 oz, BPA-free) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 zucchini, ½-inch diced 1 Tbsp packed light brown or date sugar 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice 2 cups (about 3 oz) packed baby spinach Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Toasted shredded coconut for garnish In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until softened, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add curry powder and sauté another 10 seconds. Add potatoes and stir to coat. Add stock and coconut milk; cook for 10 minutes. Add chickpeas and zucchini; cook another 10 minutes, or until potatoes and zucchini are tender. Stir in brown sugar and lime juice. Add spinach and stir until wilted. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into heated bowls and garnish with coconut.

Lemon, Cucumber and Dill Soup Yields: 2 servings 2 cups chopped peeled, seeded cucumber ½ cup chopped romaine lettuce ¼ cup filtered water ¼ cup chopped fresh dill fronds 1 clove garlic 3 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil ½ tsp fine sea salt In a food processor fitted with its metal blade, process cucumber, lettuce, water, dill, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and salt until smooth. Transfer to a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour or up to 3 hours. Serve garnished with a dollop of vegan sour cream, if preferred, and additional dill. Adapted from Eat Raw, Eat Well, by Douglas McNish

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he ancient Chinese art of acupuncture is gaining popularity in modern Western medicine for many reasons. “There’s lots of research to support the effectiveness of acupuncture for a wide variety of conditions,” says Thomas Burgoon, a medical doctor who practices internal medicine in West Chester, Pennsylvania, and is president of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture, an association of doctors of medicine and osteopathic medicine that use acupuncture in conjunction with conventional treatments. Acupuncture treatments typically involve the nearly painless insertion of very thin needles to stimulate the body’s natural repair and regulation mechanisms based on the fundamental Chinese medicine principle that the inside of the body can often be treated from the outside. Burgoon explains that acupuncture works by stimulating and releasing the body’s natural pain relievers, including endorphins, producing the feel-good brain chemical serotonin and relieving inflammation, NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

as well as bringing many other body processes into normal function. Brevard, North Carolina, licensed master acupuncturist Paul Buchman, adds, “Acupuncture differs from conventional Western medicine in many ways, primarily in that when it treats a disease on the physical level, it also has far-reaching effects on our mental, emotional and spiritual aspects.” Chronic back pain: Chronic low back pain affects 80 percent of us at some time and is the second-most common cause of disability in American adults, according to a University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. A recent study of Australian patients arriving in Melbourne hospital emergency rooms complaining of low back pain found that those treated with acupuncture experienced as much pain relief in an hour as those given drugs. “When I treat a person for low back pain, I always take pulses in

several parts of the body, and then take into account many factors, including age, gender and life situation,” says Buchman. “The underlying causes of the pain may be different in a 20-something student with a stressful academic load than a 50-something woman that’s a recent empty nester redefining her future,” he explains. When researchers at China’s Central South University reviewed 13 studies on acupuncture and low back pain, they concluded that comprehensive treatment plans that involve acupuncture are urgently needed. Headache: Acupuncture has long been used to relieve the pain of migraines and tension headaches. Australian research published in EvidenceBased Complementary and Alternative Medicine found that 16 acupuncture sessions cut in half the number of days that patients experienced migraines, significantly reducing pain. “Acupuncture is a must-try therapy for anyone with migraines or chronic or tension-type headaches,” says Burgoon. He notes that Aetna Insurance Company policy considers acupuncture among accepted, medically necessary treatments for migraines, chronic low back pain, knee osteoarthritis, postoperative dental pain and nausea associated with surgery, pregnancy and chemotherapy. Asthma and allergies: More than 25 million Americans have asthma, including 6.8 million children. Danish research published in the journal Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine showed that 10 acupuncture sessions given over a three-month period reduced

asthma symptoms and use of inhaled steroids, but only when acupuncture was ongoing. Benefits diminished when treatments were discontinued. German researchers at Berlin’s Charité University Medical Center found similar effects for seasonal allergies by comparing it with the effects of antihistamines and sham acupuncture. “Patterns of bad health get more ingrained in our body systems as we get older,” says Melanie Katin, a licensed acupuncturist specializing in treating children in New York City and professor at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. “If we can catch an illness in a child’s first seven or eight years, we may be able to prevent it from becoming chronic in adulthood.” Digestive problems: Acupuncture has been found to be effective for treating colic in babies, irritable bowel syndrome, morning sickness and postoperative nausea caused by anesthesia and chemotherapy treatments, verified in research from Australia’s University of Sydney on patients after surgery for metastatic liver cancer. Several other

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studies, including one from the Milwaukee’s Medical College of Wisconsin, show that acupuncture rebalances the nervous system and restores proper digestive function, while relieving pain. The World Health Organization review of research notes how acupuncture relieved gastrointestinal (GI) spasms better than atropine injections, and also recommends acupuncture for relief of nausea. “Acupuncture helps calm down an overactive GI tract and stimulates an underactive one,” explains Burgoon. Acupuncture is a non-pharmaceutical remedy for many health problems, Burgoon says. “I fell in love with acupuncture when I discovered I could use it to treat some problems that nothing else helped. I almost never prescribe any medications. Instead, I help people get off pharmaceuticals.” Kathleen Barnes is author of many natural health books, including The Calcium Lie 2: What Your Doctor Still Doesn’t Know, with Dr. Robert Thompson. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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The Power of Conscious Dance Creative Movement Connects Body, Mind and Spirit by Gail Condrick

A growing tribe of movers and shakers are discovering and unleashing their power in conscious dance, a combination of moving meditation, soul-stirring music, self-expression and sweat.

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ost are familiar with the performance or competitive dance world of learned steps. Conscious dance is a noncompetitive, body-based way of raising consciousness. There’s no wrong way to move and your shape and measurements don’t matter,” says Mark Metz, of Berkley, California, founder and executive director of the Dance First Association (DFA) and publisher of the Conscious Dancer Magazine and UpShift Guide. The group identifies more than 100 forms of conscious dance, ranging from ecstatic dance to somatic movement therapy. Commonalities include body awareness, barefoot movement, inspiring global music and minimal structure facilitated by leaders. With 1,000 DFA studio locations, many are finding the power of

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conscious dance suits their search for movement with purpose beyond improved fitness as it’s practiced in drugand alcohol-free club-style events and ecstatic dance experiences, as well as dance fitness programs. “It’s about honoring body intelligence and paying attention to the body and mind-body connection,” says Metz. “The modalities mentioned most often are 5Rhythms, Soul Motion, Open Floor, JourneyDance, and the Nia Technique,” says Metz. A brief look at three of them shows how each has its own style.

5Rhythms In St. Petersburg, Florida, 22 women have gathered to seek the bliss promised by 5Rhythms, one of the original conscious dance forms, founded by the late Gabrielle Roth. “Find your NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

flow. Feel your connection to the Earth through your feet and release your head,” guides facilitator Amber Ryan, of New York City, who travels the world for dance sessions. “Use your body as a gateway into the now.” For two hours, dancers move freely and individually, swaying, sensing and interacting in an experience called “the wave”, intended to move energy through the body, release emotions and heal the psyche. It’s based on Roth’s premise that, “Each of us is a moving center, a space of divine mystery. Though we spend most of our time on the surface in daily ordinary existence, most of us hunger to connect to this space within, to break through to bliss, to be swept into something bigger.”

JourneyDance Toni Bergins, from the Massachusetts Berkshires, is a frequent presenter at the Kripalu Center and Omega Institute for Holistic Studies. After years of studying and teaching movement, drama, creative visualization and gestalt techniques, she combined them in creating JourneyDance. More than 400 trained facilitators now offer it in 60- or 90-minute classes worldwide based on the philosophy, “Move into a new story!” Every class includes visualization, creative movement, affirmations and evocative music, all working together to release emotions and connect with spirit. “You learn to love your body, expand your emotional intelligence, clear your mind and connect with your inner source,” explains Bergins. “You express yourself, infuse life with creativity and connect with a dancing community.” Participants engage in a ritual journey of physical transformation, cleansing the body through breath, sweat and expression. In this safe space, “Dancers discover their power and personal heart medicine, their true essence,” says Bergins.

Nia Technique For those that prefer more structure, the Nia Technique is the original bare-

foot mind-body-spirit fitness practice, activating sensation and awareness in a workout adaptable for everybody. More than 2,600 instructors in 51 countries offer 60-minute classes where enthusiasts move the way the body is built to move, reaping cardiovascular fitness and therapeutic benefits while having joyful fun. Dancers, guided by instructor’s moves, feel the rhythm of the music and ground themselves in spirit, equipping themselves to take the self-healing experience into everyday life. “Nia has always blended form and freedom,” says Debbie Rosas, of Portland, Oregon, co-founder and creator of the technique. “We are now introducing new FreeDance classes to bring what we have learned through Nia to embody consciousness in new ways, conditioning the whole body and nervous system. It’s an invitation to move in free, unbound, unstructured ways to offset the tendency we have to move less as we age.” Dancers move to music designed to animate each chakra through an eight-stage process via a Nia DJ. They’re guided to listen to body feedback through sensation, release emotions and relish being in the present moment. “Regardless of how you act, dress or think, the way you feel inside reveals the most accurate truth of oneself and this is reflected in dance,” says Rosas. “Moving without interference allows your unconscious creative self to shine. You can connect to the sacred artist within; the one that holds a palette with endless colors, shapes and possibilities.” She sees life as ultimately a free-style dance into the self that supports a philosophy of “Love your body, love your life”. “Dance is in everyone’s family tree, a universal message,” says Metz. “In conscious dance, you disconnect from gadgets and reconnect with yourself and others around you. People need that.”

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hen thinking of dance offering a cardio workout, images of high-impact dancing may come to mind. While the hula involves a gentle hip movement, the process requires controlled body movements that when practiced properly can mimic the workout offered by playing a game of basketball. A 2013 study by the University of Hawaii School of Medicine and the Queens Medical Center, which focused on blood pressure and heart health, confirmed the benefits of hula. The three-month study, which included teaching heart patients hula, showed a significant reduction in blood pressure and overall improvements in heart health. Hula lessons are available all across Hawaii. Here are a couple of options to get Natural Awakening Hawaii readers started on dancing hula for health and fun. Windward: Halau Na Puakea O Ko’olaupoko Visit RealHula.com or contact Kumu Kea at Kumukea@RealHula.com Island Wide: Hawaii Hula Company Visit HawaiiHulaCompany.com or call 808-646-1455

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n The Autism Revolution, Pediatric Neurologist and Neuroscientist Martha Herbert approaches autism as a whole-body condition that can improve, rather than be a static, lifelong genetic brain disorder. “It’s the way the brain is shifted into acting when faced with a combination of stressors—some, but not all of which are genetic—at a vulnerable point in development,” says Herbert. Non-genetic challenges can come from the immune system, nutrition, the environment and stress. “Addressing them can make a profound difference in the condition; maybe even turning it around.” Herbert directs the Treatment Research and Neuroscience Evaluation of Neurodevelopmental Disorders (TRANSCEND) program at a joint Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Massachusetts General Hospital Medical Imaging facility. “While autism is often thought of as a genetic disorder, it’s the result of 28

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a gene-environment interaction where genes are corrupted,” explains Psychiatrist Robert Hendren, who is currently partnering in developing the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorder and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of California, San Francisco. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, autism is the fastest-growing developmental disability, now affecting one in 68 children and one in 42 boys. Autism Speaks (AutismSpeaks.org) defines autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as a group of complex brain development disorders characterized by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors.

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Many experts agree that in some cases, autism can be prevented. “Prevention needs to start early—preconception is ideal,” says Dr. Kenneth A. Bock, of Bock Integrative Medicine, in New York, and author of Healing the New NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma and Allergies. Emphasizing omega-3 essential fatty acids, folic acid and probiotics during pregnancy can be beneficial, and it’s important to avoid iron deficiency, which has been tied to higher rates of autism, Hendren counsels. Results from a recent University of California, Davis study published in Environmental Health Perspectives reveals increased rates of autism among children of women that live close to pesticide-treated fields during pregnancy, particularly during the second and third trimesters. Hendren says, “Living near heavily sprayed fields can be very detrimental. Living close to freeways or downwind of coal-fired power plants is also associated with autism.” If heavy metal toxicity in blood is confirmed, chelation therapy is often used to remove metals, although Hendren advises against using it for the general treatment of ASD. “Chelators pull out mercury, along with other metals, a process that can be harmful. Instead, think about diet and nutritional supplements that can help detoxify the body more safely,” he explains. Bock says, “It’s not enough to detoxify, we have to remove and prevent exposure to neurodevelopmental toxins.” Herbert suggests avoiding toxic household products, electromagnetic exposure from devices such as cell phones and baby monitors, which can lead to stress, sleep disruption and cell health problems, as well as antibiotic overuse, which can disrupt the gut microbiome, increasing vulnerability to exposure to other harmful chemicals. Herbert notes some parents observe that their child became autistic after a vaccination but there are also autistic children that are vaccine-free; still others become so after facing other stresses such as illness or trauma. “We need to focus on the underlying vulnerabilities and keep children strong and resilient so they can handle life’s challenges to their health and immune systems,” she says.

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Relax your attachment to expectations and realize that your child sees, hears and feels the world differently than you. Broaden your perspective and make every choice a healthy choice. ~Martha Herbert the core symptoms of ASD is behavioral therapy designed to foster language, socialization and academic skills. While effective, this approach is time- and staff-intensive. With the rise and prevalence of autism in the past decade, more parents are turning to complementary and alternative treatments (CAM). Hendren reports that the best researched and safest CAM therapies for treating autism include melatonin to improve sleep, omega-3 fatty acids to ease hyperactivity and possibly improve socialization, multivitamins to supple-

ment a limited diet or poor appetite and methyl B12 injections to protect against oxidative stress. Massage therapy has also proven effective in increasing connectivity with others and reducing over-arousal, while reducing ASD symptoms. Research remains in its infancy, but other CAMs deemed acceptable for a professionally monitored trial include B6 and magnesium supplements to correct metabolic aberration, folic acid for improvements in core symptoms, probiotics to ease gastrointestinal distress and iron supplementation for a deficiency. Although clear benefits have yet to be backed by scientific evidence, many parents of children with ASD report that behavior improves with a diet free of the proteins gluten (found in wheat, barley and rye) and casein (found in dairy). Other parent-endorsed diets include anti-yeast, anti-hyperglycemia, specific carbohydrate, low-oxalate and specific food reaction regimens. A review article in the journal Autism Research and Treatment notes that acupuncture, exercise, and music- and animal-assisted therapy have

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et parents have many criteria to consider when choosing a healthcare provider for their prized pet, and among the most vital is trying to find a doctor that uses holistic therapies, because the advantages are many. Wellness care is more than vaccines. While many conventional vets consider giving vaccines and flea medications to all of their patients to be their best form of wellness care, holistic vets know these aren’t always necessary and can potentially be harmful. Instead, true wellness care involves careful consideration of proper diet, blood titer testing instead of vaccines, natural parasite control when appropriate and a heavy dose of diagnostic testing (blood, urine, fecal) to monitor organ function, check for parasites, screen for disorders of the urogenital system, liver and pancreas and early screening for cancer and other inflammatory conditions. There’s also a full physical check for common diseases like dental and heart disease and tumors. Individualized prescriptions for a proper diet and supplements to maintain health are big reasons many owners prefer a holistic vet.

Natural treatments include disease prevention. Many pets treated via a more natural approach have an easier experience with occasional illness than those that don’t enjoy this specialized care. Natural therapies can quickly restore an ill pet to his homeostatic balance without the side effects often associated with multiple drug doses. A team approach is expected. A holistic practice is a team effort, and the family doctor will suggest options for care, helping an owner decide on the best therapies for each pet. A fuller range of options is available. While holistic vets prefer a more natural approach, they know that if necessary, conventional therapies can sometimes be an appropriate complement if they follow holistic principles, which means infrequent use of lowdose medications and only when absolutely needed. In general, most conditions can be treated successfully without drug therapy, extending the health and life of the patient and reducing medical costs. Gentler anesthesia means quicker recovery. A naturally balanced and gentler approach means less drugging

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MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY IN JANUARY Daily Yoga and Meditation – 8:15-9:30am. Starting Monday, January 4, The Wellness Center Hawaii is opening its doors for yoga and meditation every morning Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Yoga is offered from 8:15-9am and meditation from 9-9:30am. $20 suggested donation. 1016 Kapahulu Ave, Ste 110, Kilohana Sq, Honolulu. For more information, call 808-732-5363 or visit TheWellnessCenterHawaii.com. See ad, page 33.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 8 Holistic Massage School Open House – 6-8pm. Learn about the unique program offered by Quantum Institute International for Holistic Health’s Holistic Massage School. FREE healing experience will be offered to attendees. Free. University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 208, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-626-5087. See ad, page 12.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 9 Holistic School Grand Opening – 10am-4pm. Come to inaugurate the new room with Hawaiian blessings and register for Spring 2016. Two new programs will be launched—Nutritional Healing and Colon Hydrotherapy—along with the existing programs, Holistic Health Practitioner and Massage Therapy. Quantum, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 208, Honolulu. For more information, call 808-626-5087. See ad, page 12. Honolulu Bubble Run – Barbers Point – 8-10am. The spots for this 5K run could already be taken, but you can attend to cheer on the fun and watch the hilarity as runners, twirlers and dancers bubble their way through foam bogs, where there

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is enough colored foam to cover them from head to toe. Registration for runners $50, parking $10. 91101 Olai St, Kapolei. For more information, visit BubbleRun.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 12 Experience the Synchronicity Wave Room – 6-7:15pm. Relax in comfortable seats and experience the healing capabilities of the Synchronicity Wave Room at The Wellness Center Hawaii. Many of The Center’s other services will also be discussed. Seminar attendees will be offered a special opportunity to schedule a health assessment scan and an hour-plus consultation for a nominal fee of $100 (regularly $350). 1016 Kapahulu Ave, Ste 110, Kilohana Sq, Honolulu. Call 808-7325363 to reserve a seat. For more information, visit TheWellnessCenterHawaii.com. See ad, page 33.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 16 Raindrop Therapy Workshop – 9am-2pm. Kathryn Julia, LMT, will provide instruction on raindrop therapy with essential oils. $60 + $2 parking. Quantum, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 208, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-626-5087. See ad, page 12.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 16, & SUNDAY, JANUARY 17 Reiki 1 – 10am-5pm. Kahu Angela Studer, Usui Reiki master, will lead participants through how Reiki draws upon universal life energy to benefit people of any age and in any state of health. All class materials are supplied, including certificate upon completion. $250 + $2 parking. Quantum, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 207, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-626-5087. See ad, page 12.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 17 Blue Moon Psychic Fair – 10am-3pm. Psychic readings offered by intuitive counselors using the tools of clairvoyance, astrology, numerology, Reiki, color energy balancing, tarot and more. People often find insights into how to become unstuck in such life areas as relationships, careers, health and personal development. $30 for 15-minute reading. Maunakea Marketplace, 2nd floor, Chinatown, at 1120 Maunakea St. Free street parking on Sundays. To pre-book a reading, email Patiey Tompkins at PatieyTompkins@yahoo.com or call her at 808-735-1708. Walk-ins on the day of the fair are always welcome.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 23 Talking to Stones - Level 1 – 2-5:30pm. A selfempowerment series workshop facilitated by Kumu Angela Pohakuola, stone whisperer. Participants will be gifted with a stone, will experience how stones whisper messages, will find out what their stone has to say, will learn about care and maintenance of all stones/rocks, and will have an introduction to crystal healing and stone layouts. This is a course for all levels from beginner to very experienced. $65 + $2 parking. Quantum, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 207, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-626-5087. See ad, page 12. Integrative Restoration (iRest) Yoga Nidra – 10-11am. Come experience iRest yoga for its integrative and restorative power. Learn to heal unresolved issues in the body and mind and recognize underlying peace of mind. Free + $2 parking. Quantum, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 208, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-626-5087. See ad, page 12. Detox Your Body – 10am-noon. A new year, a new you. Join Dr. Elena Maganto to learn how to detox for a fresh start to the New Year. $20, parking is free. Quantum, Manoa, 2636 Pamoa Rd, Manoa. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808626-5087. See ad, page 12.

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Belly Dance Lessons – 11am-noon. Malia Delapenia has designed an exciting lesson format. She fuses all styles of belly dance techniques into one, creating a unique style that will keep people coming back for more. Her classes are welcoming, supporting and nurturing as participants learn about their body and how it moves within the different body planes and beyond. $15. 1221 Kapiolani Blvd, Ste 400, Honolulu. 808-234-1006. MaliaDelapenia.com.

Vegetarian Cooking Class – 4:30-5:30pm, first and fourth Tues of the month. Learn from Mama T, in Kailua, how to prepare easy and delicious vegetarian meals. Down to Earth, 201 Hamakua Dr, Kailua. 808-262-3838. DownToEarth.org/events.

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Volunteer at Waihuena Farm – 9am-noon. Get your hands dirty and learn about organic farming at Waihuena Farm on North Shore. There’s always lots to learn and work to do. Email to let them know you will be coming. Free. 59-414 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa. 808-638-0570. Info@WaihuenaFarm.com, WaihuenaFarm.com.

Volunteer at Waihuena Farm – 2-6pm. Get your hands dirty and learn about organic farming at Waihuena Farm on North Shore. There’s always lots to learn and work to do. Monday afternoon is the perfect time to bring children. Email to let them know you will be coming. Free. 59-414 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa. 808-638-0570. Info@ WaihuenaFarm.com, WaihuenaFarm.com.

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thursday 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. 808-263-6800. WholeFoodsMarket.com/stores/Kailua.

Holistic Energy Yoga and Meditation – 8-9pm. Experience light stretching and energy circulation exercises followed by a guided meditation. Learn how to gather energy and use it to heal yourself and more. Kapiolani Beach Park, 3840 Paki Ave, Honolulu. 407-435-0797.

friday Eat the Street – 4-9pm, last Fri of month. A gathering of more than 40 of Hawaii’s favorite food trucks and street vendors, offering local delights from shrimp to tropical popsicles and all your favorite snacks in between. 555 South St, Kakaako, just west of Waikiki. 808-772-3020. EatTheStreetHawaii.com.

saturday Art at the Zoo Fence – 9am-4pm. Every Sat & Sun enjoy art along the fence at the Honolulu Zoo and meet the artists. Located on Monsarrat Ave at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki along the zoo fence. Free street parking along Monsarrat Ave and in the parking lots across the street at Kapiolani Park. 2760 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu. 808-372-9578.

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communityresourceguide ACUPUNCTURE/ NATUROPATHIC ACTIVE HEALING

62-203 Loko’ea Pl, Haleiwa 808-218-4014 • HaleiwaActiveHealing.com Jenna Murad, Licensed Acupuncturist, offers natural choices for health and wellbeing. Active Healing is for anyone who has pain, lack of vitality or a chronic degenerative disease.

BRAIN DIAGNOSIS & HEALING HAWAII PACIFIC DEEG

320 Ward Ave, Ste 101, Honolulu 808-294-3332 HawaiiPacificDEEG.com Dr. Michael B. Russo, neurologist, offers the only Dense-Array EEG (DEEG) in Hawaii. The DEEG may be used to detect, characterize and localize conditions and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). DEEG can identify damage in cognitive processing systems that was not seen previously using the most sophisticated currently available neuroimaging techniques. It’s not only used for diagnosis, it is used for therapy as well. Dr. Russo has offices in Honolulu and Hilo. See article, page 13, and ad, page 9.

CLEANING SERVICES SACRED SPACE CLEANING AND CLEARING 808-333-9996 SacredSpaceHI.com

Achieve health and harmony healing and clarity today. Sacred Space Cleaning offers conscious cleaning and energetic clearing for vacation rentals, homes and/or offices. They use Rainbow vacuum cleaners, providing the finest HEPA air quality standards, and highest grade ecofriendly cleaning products, essential oils and Reiki space clearing to revitalize any home or business on all levels. See ad, page 7.

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DENTISTRY BLUE WHALE CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY OF HAWAII

3660 Waialae Ave, Ste 201, Honolulu 808-735-BLUE (2583) BlueWhaleHawaii.com Dr. Gavin Uchida, DDS offers a unique holistic approach to children’s dentistry. Located in Kaimuki, weekend and evening appointments are available. The office is calm and peaceful. All pediatric patients are welcome from infant through teenager. It is highly recommended that children visit before their first birthday. See ad, page 29.

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HAWAII CENTER FOR COSMETIC & LASER DENTISTRY 1520 Liliha St, Ste 703, Honolulu 808-526-0670 • SmilePower.net

Dr. Dennis Nagata specializes in the safe removal of silver amalgam fillings using specialized technology and equipment to ensure the best result for your overall health. Call for more info or to schedule a complimentary consultation. See ads, pages 2 and 3.

EDUCATION QUANTUM INSTITUTE INTERNATIONAL FOR HOLISTIC HEALTH 2636 Pamoa Rd, Honolulu 808-626-5087 QuantumInstituteIntl.org

The Quantum School of Holistic Health offers a robust series of classes designed to teach students a full-range of holistic healing information, tools and skills. See ad, page 12.

NATURE’S SUNSHINE HAWAII

50 S Beretania St, Ste C110, Honolulu 808-533-2011 • NaturesSunshineHawaii.com If you are anywhere near Kukui Plaza, stop in and visit with Jean Galloway. She is a 32-year cancer survivor whose wit and heart are pure. She provides an analysis of your health and recommends products to help improve your condition. Nature’s Sunshine Hawaii offers a full range of vitamins and herbs along with super food PURIUM (90-day results in 10 days), undiluted doTERRA Essential Oils, infrared bio mats, chi machines and water filtration units, and other products for your health and well-being. Distributors welcome.

THE WELLNESS CENTER HAWAII 1016 Kapahulu Ave, Ste 110, Honolulu 808-732-5363 TheWellnessCenterHawaii.com

The Wellness Center Hawaii offers a comprehensive array of services that will put you on the path to health both mentally and physically. Each of the 21stcentury tools used at the Wellness Center has been thoroughly tested by scientists and researchers for their efficacy and safety. Together, we’ll create a plan that fits your needs and starts you on the road to better health. Call today to register for the free Tuesday evening seminar. See article, page 17, and ad, page 33.

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HYPNOTHERAPY HAWAII HYPNOSIS CENTER 765 Amana St, Ste 205 808-221-7353 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 18, and ad, page 15.

INSPIRATION ALOHA ELIXIR AlohaElixir.com

Aloha Elixir offers Hawaiian soy intention candles handcrafted with Aloha on the island of Oahu. Aloha Elixir’s products are created with the intention of encouraging selfhealing to ease emotional and physical ailments. These powerful tools are charged with more than 12 hours of mantras and positive affirmations, infused with quartz crystals essence, semi-precious stones and sacred waters, and scented with essential and natural botanical oils. See ad, page 21.

Available at: Sedona, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, 808-591-8010 Where Crystals Rock, 98-025 Hekaha St, Bldg 4, Unit 10, Aiea, 808-426-3585 Soul Authority School of Intuitive Arts, SoulAuthority.net Sanctuary Salon, 415 Kapahulu Ave, Apt 1, Honolulu/Kaimuki, 808-735-4247 Amita Holistic Spa, 563 Farrington Hwy, #202, Kapolei, 808-391-0056 Queen Emma Summer Palace Gift Shop, 2913 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, 808-590-2293

BEING LOCAL IN HAWAII 808-852-1892 BeingLocalInHawaii.com

Julia Estrella is a multicultural woman who tells a fascinating story about her diverse life in Being Local in Hawai’i. Her book is available at Native Books, the Ward Center, and the Okinawan Cultural Center as well as online at her website, where you can also learn more about Julia. See ad, page 15.

LIFE COACH LIFE COACH DAVID 973-444-7301 LifeCoachDavid.com

The Law of Attraction is working in everyone’s life. Isn’t it time we started attracting what we want and not what we don’t want? Learn how with certified Law of Attraction Life Coach David Bartky. David is the author of two books, available on Amazon, Vibratize Your Life! and Magnetize Your Life!, and has taken extensive training to help maximize an individual’s potential. Contact him today to schedule a free first phone consultation. See ad, page 16.

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As a Medical Intuitive, Grace provides intuitive sessions, coaching and mentoring, as well as mediation. Her sessions often involve looking at the bigger picture and determining what is blocking the process of healing, growing, understanding, loving and evolving. See ad, page 21.

NATURAL FOODS CELESTIAL NATURAL FOODS

66-443 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa 808-637-6729 Facebook.com/CelestialNaturalFoods Great health food store in the heart of Haleiwa. Pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii here on the North Shore.

FOODLAND

Foodland.com You will find lots of local fresh produce, baked goods and deli selections at your local Foodland. You can pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii at the courtesy counter at these convenient Foodland locations near you.

59-720 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa 808-638-8081 91-1401 Ft. Weaver Rd, Ewa Beach 808-685-3811 55-510 Kamehameha Hwy, Laie 808-293-4443 95-221 Kipapa Dr, Mililani 808-623-3974

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THE SOURCE

32 Kainehe St, Kailua 808-262-5604 TheSourceNatural.com

MCCULLY SHOPPING CENTER

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 Hawaii while you are there.

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 Hawaii in the center ’s handy outdoor rack.

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UMEKE MARKET NATURAL FOODS & DELI

SPIRITUAL SOLUTIONS HAWAII PSYCHIC MEDIUM

1001 Bishop St, Ste 110, Honolulu 808-522-7377 • UmekeMarket.com Pick up Natural Awakenings Hawaii at the Umeke Market. If you’re looking for a local alternative to get natural and organic vitamins and supplements that happens to be a café, you’ve come to the right place.

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 25.

NATUROPATHIC MEDICAL DOCTOR PACIFIC INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1481 S King St, Ste 501, Honolulu 808-955-9556 DrKevinGibson.com

SPIRITUAL TOURS

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 ad, page 7.

PET SERVICES

HIDDEN OAHU

808-551-0900 TalkingToStones@aol.com TalkingToStones.com Join Kahu Angela Pohakuola and go to places that won’t be found on other tours. Learn how to visit the sacred places of the island with respect. Experience the spirit of Aloha and receive energy renewal. See ad, page 25.

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS

POI DOGS

942 Kawaiahao St, Honolulu 808-536-4443 (5DOGGIE) PoiDogs.com

THE VITAMIN SHOPPE VitaminShoppe.com

A full-service facility in Kaka’Ako offering doggie day care, grooming and boarding as well as informational workshops and dog training. Poi Dogs’ goal is to socialize, stimulate and educate Oahu’s dog community by offering programs and services that strengthen your bond with your pet. See ad, page 31.

There are four convenient, well-stocked locations of the Vitamin Shoppe on Oahu. Stop in and talk with them about what you’re looking for; they will be very helpful. While you’re there, pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii.

1555 Kapiolani Blvd, Bldg 1509, Honolulu 808-949-5424 4480 Kapolei Pkwy, Unit 601, Kapolei 808-674-9629 98-199 Kamehameha Hwy, Aiea 808-487-6180 46-047 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe 808-235-8705

To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide, visit NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com or call 808-927-3435 for details. natural awakenings

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