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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.

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13 “WAIMANALO HOBBIT HOUSE” BECKONS YOU

15 ALYSSA MILANO’S

ANTI-AGING SECRETS 20 community

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22 healingways

Her Natural Lifestyle Choices Keep Her Young by Gerry Strauss

16 THE POWER

16 26 consciouseating OF FRIENDSHIP It Sustains, Nourishes and Supports Us 31 inspiration 26

32 healthykids 34 calendar 36 resourceguide

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19 WHEN FEAR HARMS by Randy Hampton

20 BLUE WHALE CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY

A Happy, Healthy Choice by Blake Lefkoe

22 YOUR MOUTH

TELLS A STORY

Functional Dentistry Connects Oral Health to Sleep Apnea and Heart Disease by Linda Sechrist

25 FACES DON’T HAVE

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30 ARE OVER-THE-

COUNTER MEDICATIONS ALWAYS SAFE?

by Marsha R. Sakamaki

32 MINDFUL MINUTES FOR LITTLE ONES

Yoga Helps Kids Focus and Relax by Julianne Hale

letterfrompublishers February Means Love to Us

he selection of hearts for the cover not only symbolizes Valentine’s Day but also represents our wedding anniversary. Our honeymoon was our first trip together to Hawaii. We stayed at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in February 1987. How different Waikiki looked back then. It was during that trip that we decided we would move here one day. We came several more times over the years, dreaming of the day we could make Hawaii our home. Dreams really can come true, but, of course, there was plenty of planning and doing to turn the dream into reality. We’ve kicked off our goal to get outdoors more by getting new walking shoes and keeping them in the car so that any opportunity that arises for trekking about can be fully taken advantage of. Just by setting the intention and being prepared has resulted in several wonderful adventures. Making the commitment to walk away from the computer and enjoy the sunshine is a great way to feel refreshed and rejuvenated. This month’s edition focuses on dental wellness with articles about pediatric dentistry, the role of dentists in overall oral health and how dentists can save lives. The ability to keep teeth for an entire lifetime requires vigilance and care. Not that long ago, people thought they would have to lose their teeth as they got older and live their remaining years with dentures. Remember the stories of George Washington’s wooden teeth? We live in a time where maintaining dental health can be a reality for a lifetime. We both enjoy cooking and baking, and we love sharing recipes with you. This month’s article about the return of ancient grains has some excellent tips for preparing and enjoying these healthy and flavorful alternatives to wheat. With so many people suffering from reactions to gluten, it is heartening to find alternatives readily available. 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 February Fabulous!

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newsbriefs New Referral Group Forming

usiness referral groups are a popular way to network with others in one’s area and get leads for potential clients at the same time. Brodi Goshi, cofounder of the Hawaii Internet Marketers Association and the iConnectUHI Business Networking Group, started a new group in January, which is seeking members. Membership in a business referral group increases exposure to people and businesses and provides a forum for members to provide client referrals and sales leads to other members of the group. Membership is limited to one participant per business sector. The following types of members were still needed when Natural Awakenings Hawaii went to press: photographer; lawyer; fitness trainer; handyperson; plumber; accountant; massage therapist; chiropractor; and representatives of print, radio, TV and online advertising. Meeting location: Primary Residential Mortgage at Stadium Mall, 4510 Salt Lake Blvd., Honolulu (three doors from the Ice Palace). Contact Brodi Goshi at 808-533-6708 for times and dates and to see if a membership category is open/ available in the group prior to attending meetings.

Not the Usual Tour

ahu Angela Pohakuola Studer takes people to out-of-theordinary places, showing them how to approach these areas with respect for the sacredness present. Participants visit off-the-beatenpath locations as well as places people may drive by but not realize the special nature that lies within. Kahu Angela’s wisdom comes from her Cherokee ancestry combined with Hawaiian spirituality and her love for the pohaku (rocks) that have spoken to her since childhood. These tours are for people looking for a deeper understanding of Hawaiian spirituality and culture on Oahu and that want to learn the protocol for visiting sacred sites. The tours are intimate, cultural and easy paced. The selection of sites to be included in a tour is determined by the group and based on whether a full or half day is planned. Each tour includes an explanation of the special importance and uses of the ti leaf, the opportunity to make a ti leaf bracelet, and the importance of ho’okupu (offering a proper gift at sites in exchange for mana or life force). For more information, call Kahu Angela Pohakuola Studer at 808-551-0900, or visit TalkingToStones.com or Facebook: Hidden Oahu Spiritual Tours. See ad, page 35.

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The Right Bra Fit Can Make a Difference

ras are available at most department stores, right there on the racks in a wide variety of sizes, ready to take home and put on. But what if the sizes that are available don’t fit? What if the fit of the bra tugs in all the wrong places and spills out in others? Women are not all built the same and bras shouldn’t be either. Kiana, owner of The Bra Wahine, established in 2010 in Honolulu, is a professional certified fitter with extensive experience successfully helping many women find the right fit. She has studied posture and breast health and is an expert in bra design; she provides answers to the problems that so many women have finding the right bra for their unique shape. The Bra Wahine offers more than 300 bra sizes—from an AA to an N cup, in measurements from a 26- to 52-inch ribcage. Her bras all offer incredible lift without wires. Appointments for a fitting are complimentary. Kiana works with each customer individually and will listen to each person’s preferences and needs. The final result will be the perfect bra, tailored to provide the right lift and support, saving time, money and frustration. Now, what to do with those bras that do not fit? Kiana can even help with saying goodbye to those old bras and giving them a new purpose through a bra donation program with the nonprofit organization Free The Girls. Its mission is to help survivors of human sex trafficking recover and build new lives by selling gently used bras at local markets in Mozambique and other countries with safe houses.

coverartist Four Hearts Mac Worthington Born and raised in Canton, Ohio, cover artist Mac Worthington cites a number of powerful influences on his bold art, from a creative upbringing to his experiences in the military. Worthington’s father, John “Jack” Worthington, was well-known for his bronze sculptures; specifically, busts of movie stars and sports figures in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, in Canton. His mother, Marion Worthington, was skilled in enameling and silver work. Serving in the jungles of Vietnam at age 19, Worthington interpreted the emotive experiences of war into powerful expressions of art, further influenced by the music of the 1960s. A self-taught welder, Worthington uses steel, iron and aluminum to create massive outdoor sculptures. Worthington has participated in more than 100 exhibits across the United States, Canada, England, Ireland, France, Italy, Spain and Germany. He maintains a prominent gallery in the arts district of Columbus, Ohio, as well as a sculpture park at his private estate in rural Delaware County. View the artist’s portfolio at MacWorthington.com.

For more information about The Bra Wahine, contact Kiana at 808-728-9895 or TheBraWahine@gmail.com, or visit TheBraWahine.com. For more information about the bra donation program, visit HuffingtonPost.com/2012/03/01/ free-the-girls-repurposes_n_1317470. html. See ad, page 17. natural awakenings

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Bifidobacteria Probiotic Fends Off Colds and Flu

n a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, researchers found that supplementing with bifidobacteria probiotics will reduce colds and flu. The study followed 581 college students for six weeks as they prepared for their final exams. During the study period, the students consumed a placebo or a daily supplement with one of three probiotics, including Bifidobacterium bifidum. The students given the bifidum supplement experienced significantly fewer cold or flu infections, and when they did succumb, the infection was generally less severe. The other probiotic supplements did not reduce colds or flu compared to the placebo for the six weeks.

Olive Oil Compound Kills Cancer Cells

esearchers from Rutgers University have found that an ingredient in olive oil will kill cancer cells in under an hour. The researchers tested a compound called oleocanthal, a central component of extra virgin olive oil, and found that it caused the premature death of cancer cells in the laboratory by puncturing cancer cell vesicles, called lysosomes. “We needed to determine if oleocanthal was targeting that protein and causing the cells to die,” says Paul Breslin, Ph.D., a professor of nutritional sciences in the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences at Rutgers and co-author of the study, published in Molecular and Cellular Oncology. The research also found that the olive oil compound didn’t damage healthy cells. Breslin states that the compound merely “put them to sleep” for a day, after which they resumed their normal, healthy functioning. Senior author David Foster, Ph.D., of Hunter College, points out that additional studies are necessary to determine if the compound halts tumor growth. “We also need to understand why it is that cancerous cells are more sensitive to oleocanthal than non-cancerous cells,” he says.

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Kids Get Fewer Cavities When Mothers Chew Xylitol Gum

esearch published in the International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry has concluded mothers that chew natural xylitol gum regularly will significantly reduce oral infections of mutans streptococcus bacteria in their infants. Five research teams and 11 randomized studies of 601 mothers and their children showed 46 percent fewer infections of the bacteria, which is the central species responsible for dental caries and periodontal disease. The studies included children that were 6, 9, 12, 18 and 24 months old. Other research supports the claim of xylitol’s beneficial nature. A study from the University of Manchester, in England, analyzing data from 4,216 schoolchildren, showed that using toothpaste containing xylitol with fluoride resulted in 13 percent less tooth decay than using toothpaste with fluoride only. Note: Xylitol is toxic to dogs; if ingested, consult a veterinarian.

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High-Fructose Sweetener Kids Learn Social Skills Aggravates Asthma and Through Pretending Bronchitis and Joking

large study from the New York Medical College and the University of Massachusetts found that high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is linked to a greater risk of asthma and chronic bronchitis. The research included 2,801 people between the ages of 20 and 55 years old. The scientists utilized health data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey of 2003 to 2006 to compare people with a history of chronic bronchitis. The study measured the types of soft drinks consumed, eliminating risks related to known asthma relationships such as smoking. The researchers found those that drank five or more HFCS-containing sodas per week had an 80 percent increased incidence of chronic bronchitis. Greater intake of HFCS has also been linked with higher risk of other health conditions, including diabetes and obesity.

Mediterranean Diet Sustains More Youthful Brain Sizes

esearch published in the journal Cognitive Science has found that toddlers with parents that played with them using humor and fantasy gained increased skills for learning, imagining and bonding, along with thinking in abstract ways. The researchers tested children between 16 and 24 months old in two phases. The first utilized action play among 25 kids and the second utilized verbal play among 40 children. The parents and children pretended to do activities such as washing their hands with no soap or creating situations using a toy. During the second phase, the children and parents played around jokingly by using words, identifying things in funny ways and making believe they were doing things. The researchers found that joking and pretend play allowed the kids to distinguish cues that helped them communicate and develop skills to understand intentions. The study also found that older toddlers relied more on verbal cues to understand pretending and joking communications.

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s we age, our brains shrink, a condition linked to cognitive impairment. According to a study from Columbia University, a healthy diet can help reduce such occurrences. The researchers studied 674 adults with an average age of 80. They were divided into two groups, depending upon their diets, and given magnetic resonance imaging scans to measure total brain volume and thickness. It was found that those following diets that most closely resembled the Mediterranean diet—less meat and more vegetables and fish—had larger brain sizes with less shrinking. The researchers equated the average size difference between the groups to about five years of aging. Dr. Yian Gu, a neuropsychology professor at Columbia University, says, “This is another study consistent with previous studies that indicate the Mediterranean diet is an overall healthy diet.”

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Seeing Change

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

New research by Paul Quinn, a professor of psychological and brain sciences at the University of Delaware, and his collaborators across the globe, have found a simple exercise that can undo the unconscious racial biases that may begin to develop as early as infancy. Quinn learned that 3-month-olds begin showing a visual preference for the same race they see most often in their daily lives. By 9 months, infants not only distinguish racial categories, but also become less able to tell different individuals apart if they are members of a less-familiar race. In the experiment, the scientists morphed together photos of African and Asian faces to create ambiguous images that looked equally African and Asian. As a result, Quinn reports, “At 9 months, they didn’t respond to the differences between the African and Asian categories, but instead they had two less discriminatory broad categories; ‘own race’ and ‘other race’. We think it might be a precursor to an initial ‘in group/out group’ differentiation and suggest that perceptual and social processing of faces may overlap, even in infants.”

Nice Spice

McCormick Going Non-GMO McCormick, the world’s largest spice company, plans to eliminate almost all genetically modified (GMO) ingredients from their product line by 2016. In response to increased consumer demand for healthier options, 80 percent of its overall gourmet herb and spice business in the U.S. will be both organic and non-GMO by 2016, as well as all McCormickbranded herbs, spices and extracts sold in the U.S. They will voluntarily label the updated products to inform consumers as part of a commitment to transparency and consumer education. The first product introduced, a non-GMO vanilla extract, is already available. McCormick also uses steam treatments in its processing to preserve the health benefits of spices instead of the ionizing irradiation used by competitors. Although food radiation is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, some studies link it to significant health problems. “Our consumers are increasingly interested in quality flavors with pure ingredients in their food,” says McCormick President and Chief Operating Officer Lawrence Kurzius. “Our efforts prove that we are listening to consumers and are committed to continuing to evolve.” Source: NaturalNews.com

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Ocean Wear

Adidas Using Plastic Ocean Debris to Make Shoes Athletic shoemaker Adidas has teamed up with New Yorkbased Parley for the Oceans, a multidisciplinary organization with a passion for protecting the oceans, to make footwear out of garbage. Available soon, the soft upper part of the shoe is knitted entirely from waste and debris pulled from the ocean, including yarn and fibers—just some of the estimated 5.25 trillion pieces of trash in the sea. With no extra material left over, nothing goes to waste; the shoes also incorporate illegal fishing nets taken from poachers. Adidas executive Eric Liedtke suggests the technology could move beyond shoes and find its way to T-shirts, shorts and other apparel. A full line of similar consumer-ready products will be integrated into the Adidas line this year. The larger issue goes beyond recycling and repurposing to avoid waste altogether. Plastic takes more than 450 years to decompose, so conservationists and researchers at Parley for the Oceans hope to re-imagine plastics by designing a renewable solution. In cleaning up our oceans, we protect ecosystems, food sources, jobs and local economies. Source: Upworthy

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Lions Untamed

Green Goalposts

Shrine Circus Ends Wild Animal Acts

Super Bowl Eco-Stadium Gains National Spotlight

The 50th Super Bowl will take place February 7 at the brand-new Levi’s Stadium, in Santa Clara, outside San Francisco, and the anniversary isn’t the only thing that’s historic. As part of a trend toward sustainability in athletic facilities, it’s the greenest and most technologically advanced professional football stadium in the U.S. The structure is designed to support sustainability, located on a site with accessible public transportation plus a bike path to encourage fans to pedal to and from games. Its predominantly open and airy, environmentally friendly building plan also takes advantage of the Silicon Valley climate. One outstanding feature is the green roof atop the suite tower on the west side of the stadium. Another is the three solar bridges connecting the main parking area to the stadium that generate energy from hundreds of solar panels. All of the wood used was repurposed from a local airplane hangar at Moffett Field, in Mountain View, California, and other reclaimed building products were used where possible. Reclaimed water sources serve potable and non-potable uses, including playing field irrigation. The local suppliers providing farm-to-table food menus also are required to practice composting and recycling to the greatest extent possible. For more information, visit LevisStadium.com.

Global Outlook

Weather Website Tracks Climate Change A new website, WXshift.org, published by the hybrid science and journalism nonprofit Climate Central, provides climate projections for a specific location along with the day’s weather. In addition to a typical forecast of highs and lows, UV (ultraviolet rays) index, wind and times of sunrise and sunset, it graphically shows if the area indicates a warming uptick and by how much. A 40-year-trend-to-date display offers a projection to 2050 and what the weather will be like for the next generation. Geoff Grant, director of digital media for Climate Central, says, “This is just putting weather and climate data together. There’s no spin to it. The weather is how everyone experiences climate.” WXshift draws from 2,000 weather stations across the country and 100 years of temperature, rain and snow data to create customized climate graphics. Tutorials explain such topics as the difference between dew point and humidity, along with news and information about relevant issues. Source: DailyClimate.org

Bill Cunningham, CEO of Dallasbased Fun Time Shows, the largest Shrine Circus producer in the country, says he’ll no longer produce shows featuring elephants, tigers, lions or other wild animals. Cunningham says, “These animals are very special; we cohabit the Earth with them and they are deserving of our respect and awe. They’re not here to perform tricks for our entertainment.” He says, “I’ve tried to listen to the mothers that said they didn’t want their kids to grow up and learn that the animals they saw had been probed, poked, prodded and chained to a floor.” The move has received an outpouring of support from outside the industry, including People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. Cunningham’s Shrine Circuses will still feature high wire acts, human cannonballs, trapeze artists and motorcycle tricks, along with performing horses and dogs. “The horses and dogs act in true collaboration with their owners,” says Cunningham. “We feel the audience still wants to see domestic animals.” Source: GreenSourceDFW.org

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ffectionately called the “Waimanalo Hobbit House,” a visit to this storybook Shangri-La could be a life changer! The tropical charm of meticulously landscaped waterfalls, koi ponds, arched bridges, fruit trees and other exotic botanicals—too many to mention—is captivating. The enchanting Hobbit House stands proudly in the center of this magical paradise. All day long, tour buses and local folks drive by to admire this extraordinary home of Narahari and his wife, Deva. It looks very reminiscent of a setting from Lord of the Rings but located in sleepy Waimanalo. Interestingly, HGTV (Home & Garden Television channel) recently featured this storybook wonderland on national TV. Although a private estate, every other Saturday or so, at 4 p.m., spiritual seekers are invited to pass through the handcrafted teakwood gates to experience kirtan (mantra singing), a talk on Eastern philosophy, and a delicious vegetarian buffet. Be sure to come with an appetite! Besides exploring one of the most beautiful properties in our Aloha State, people that are a little curious or already have an interest in spirituality, could find this an enlightening way to spend an afternoon. The hosts take great pride in sharing the treasures of Vedic culture: meditation, karma, reincarnation, the soul, vegetarianism

and God as contained within the ancient scriptures of the East. There’s no fee to attend, although donations are welcomed. Reservations are not required but RSVPs are helpful. In addition to the Saturday gatherings, many college classes studying religion and philosophy, as well as other spiritual groups, come for presentations given by Narahari. He is a charismatic international speaker and scholar of Vedic philosophy and other Sanskrit texts, such as the Bhagavad Gita. Visit HaleKrishna.com and click on the “Peek Inside” tab to watch the HGTV tour. To get acquainted with Narahari, click on the “Meet Narahari” tab. While on the website, it’s a great idea and highly recommended to join the mailing list to be notified of all upcoming gatherings and events. The next Saturday gathering is February 20. To arrange for a private tour or for more information, contact Narahari at 808-259-5900 or Narahari@HaleKrishna.com.

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Alyssa Milano’s Anti-Aging Secrets Her Natural Lifestyle Choices Keep Her Young by Gerry Strauss

lyssa Milano has grown up, and most of us have grown up with her. From her days as preteen tomboy Samantha Miceli on Who’s the Boss? to witchy woman Phoebe Halliwell on Charmed, the actress has been a vibrant, relatable and beautiful persona we’ve come to know via television. She was even named a UNICEF ambassador in 2004. Today, with a young family, her Touch licensed sports apparel line, and the wisdom that accompanies adulthood, her commitment to a natural, eco-friendly lifestyle has become another hallmark of her life.

What connection do you see between eating organic foods and maintaining the energy level that your busy life requires? I think everything that you put into your body has a connection to how well we function in daily life. As a mom of two, eating organic is a priority; when organic is not an option, it’s about finding the healthiest accessible choices. I eat tomatoes like other people eat fruit and love papaya. I would put avocado on anything. I also like to cook with healthful herbs and spices like garlic and onions, which is natural for an Italian like me. We keep genetically modified foods out of our house.

Which fitness habits embodied by others have you made your own? In my Who’s the Boss? days, Tony Danza and Judith Light were always active and athletic. Tony would bring

in a tap dance teacher and Judith a private trainer during lunch breaks. Being tutored on the set, I had no physical education classes or sports activities, so it was super-important for me to see how selfmotivated they were to stay fit and in shape. Their example instilled a desire to take care of myself as an adult.

What role does nature play in your daily life? I love being outside in my organic garden three or more times a week. Also, the kids and I regularly head outside, which is an easy place to keep them happily and healthfully occupied without my having to jump through hoops.

As an advocate of breastfeeding, which benefits do you think are especially good for mother and child? In the beginning, a primary benefit is giving your child quality nourishment, including healthy antibodies and other goodies to support health. As they start eating solids, it’s still about maintaining that intimate connection until they’re ready to be weaned and you’re ready to surrender this last physical bond.

How do you balance family life with your acting career? It’s a hard balance for anyone, especially one who’s detail-oriented and a bit of a perfectionist, like me. The most important thing is to be in the

How do you and your husband keep both your friendship and love vibrant? We work hard at maintaining a good and healthy marriage, which can be tested in tough times. I believe that it’s vital to have the ability to laugh; you have to find humor in things, reminding yourself and each other that there is something funny in every daily activity, no matter how mundane or hard. When there’s no time to eat together or be intimate, shared laughter is an easy thing to achieve together. Done daily, it can only make the marriage stronger. We enjoy date nights once or twice a week when my parents take care of the kids. I’ll put on mascara and change out of yoga pants, even if we’re just hanging out together. Then we do little things like asking how each other’s day went and caring about the answer. We also look for ways we can help each other throughout the week.

What actions does your family emphasize in being stewards of the Earth? We try to be as eco-friendly as possible, including having lights on timers, conserving water and being kind to animals. I cannot stress how important it is to visit a farm and organic gardens and orchards with children so that they see where their food comes from. We can’t take good food for granted.

In addition to a naturally healthy lifestyle, what else do you credit for your enduring youthfulness? My secret is happiness. I’ve always said that as long as my laugh lines are deeper than my frown lines, I’m living a good life.

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THE POWER OF FRIENDSHIP It Sustains, Nourishes and Supports Us by Judith Fertig

For a reason, a season or a lifetime, friends help us cope with challenges, motivate our best work and celebrate life. Friendships take many forms, crossing generations and self-imposed boundaries, and even spring up between unlikely confidants.

hildhood friends Matt Damon and Ben Affleck collaborated on the Oscar-winning screenplay for Good Will Hunting. Fierce tennis competitors Serena Williams and Caroline Wozniacki like to get together for a gal-pal getaway after a major match. Country music artists Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood married following an 18-year friendship; “We had a lot more in common than I ever dreamed we did,” says Brooks. Rafts of research confirm how friendship enriches us. Carlin Flora, of New York City, spent years as a Psychology Today writer and editor before penning Friendfluence: The Surprising Ways Friends Make Us Who We Are. She notes that among the varied and perhaps unforeseen benefits, friendships can help us “shed pounds, sleep

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better, stop smoking and even survive a major illness.” An ongoing, two-decade-plus study of nearly 1,500 seniors by the Flinders University Centre for Ageing Studies, in Australia, found those with a large network of friends outliving others with the fewest friends by 22 percent. The University of Chicago National Opinion Research Center also reports people with five or more close friends as 50 percent more likely to describe themselves as “very happy” than those maintaining fewer confidants. “Friends past and present play powerful and often unappreciated roles in determining our sense of self and the direction of our lives,” says Flora. “Even in a supposedly meritocratic society, friends give jobs and assignments to each other, so NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

having friends that share your career interests and aspirations can get you much farther than you could ever get on your own.”

Make New Friends, Keep the Old Today, making and keeping friends can be challenging, due to distance, frequent life changes, overprotective parenting and substituting social media for more intimate face time. It all makes friendship more fluid than we might realize, says Shasta Nelson, the San Francisco founder of GirlFriendCircles.com, a women’s friendship matching site and author of Friendships Don’t Just Happen: The Guide to Creating a Meaningful Circle of Girlfriends, plus the upcoming book, Frientimacy, about deepening such relationships. “Most of us replace half of our close friends every seven years,” says Nelson. Although this might seem alarming, she considers it a natural ebb and flow. “We all need a couple of very close friends, while others that come and go might just be what we currently need—at work or school, among first-time parents, in a new neighborhood, starting a job, in retirement or during some other life change,” she says. Canadian Greg Tjosvold, a married middle school teacher in Vancouver, Canada, has enjoyed great friendships with women, including his wife, partly because he doesn’t relate to men’s generally competitive nature and interest in sports. But when a close female friend moved away, he wanted to expand his circle to include men. He joined a group called The Barley Brethren that sample craft beers and talk about life. Although not into suds, he values “having a safe and enjoyable place to discuss deep issues, victories and temporary setbacks.” He admits, “That’s oversimplification, though.” Finding a group of men he can feel a part of has validated him, making this unique man still feel like one of the guys. Nelson categorizes the concentric circles of developing friendship as

starting with a mutually agreeable acquaintance or contact, and then moving emotionally closer with someone that we find similarities with. Then the original bond can enter the confirmed friend category. A group of friends, like a longtime book club, can constitute a community. The highest level is the committed friend that has evolved into a trusted and valuable life companion. Sarah Huntsman Reed, a medical counselor in Kansas City, Missouri, has such a lifelong friend. She met Doug Reed, now a pharmacist, when both were in their high school musical, Once Upon a Mattress. Reed had a great sense of humor, Sarah remembers. “He’s still the most honest yet kindest person I’ve met,” she says. Soon, their mothers became friends, too, and the two teens would pair up for family weddings. Then she went to college and married and he moved away; yet they stayed in touch through mutual friends and their moms, catching up in person when he returned to his hometown. Seventeen years after they first met, by which time Sarah was divorced, the two discussed taking their friendship to the next level and soon married. “It was a big decision to commit, because we knew so much about each other,” she says. “But we prefer each other’s company, and it was the best thing we ever did.”

Safety Net In trying times, friends can surround us with positive energy, says Madisyn Taylor, co-founder and editor-in-chief of the spiritual blog DailyOm, in Ashland, Oregon. “The people we love form a protective barrier that buffers and shields us from many of the world’s more crippling blows,” including receiving hurtful slights from others. How we make friends has been altered by today’s social landscape, which includes working parents and Amber Alerts. The days of children freely roaming their neighborhood discovering friends to play with are, unfortunately, over, says Jennifer S. White, a Toledo, Ohio, blogger and author of The Art of Parenting: Love Letters from a Mother. “My long-term friendships from childhood were all built around being neighbors and playing together just because we wanted to,” recalls White. With today’s safety concerns and work-life challenges, parents now set

up playdates, a more structured, less organic way of fostering childhood friendships, and they must be proactive to ensure success. White has some misgivings about this modern-day approach. “When I think about that one little gleaming seed of truth at the heart of why, it’s often because I don’t think it’s fair that I have to be a popular ‘playdate mom’ for my kid to have some friends.”

Besties and Buddies Automatic playdates—with siblings— often enhance family ties through lifelong friendships. Sally Ekus is a culinary talent representative in Florence, Massachusetts. Her younger sister, Amelia, is the general manager of Twitter Cafe, in New York City, and lives in Brooklyn. Both foodies have knife-and-fork tattoos. Sally is more into meal ingredients and preparation, while Amelia loves pouring wine and making sure everyone is comfortable. “Together,” says Sally, “we create total hospitality, from lavish Passover seders to Friday nights with friends.” She notes that her sister is the only other person who understands what the world looks like through the Ekus girls’ perspective. Some adults might never meet face-to-face, but become friends via social media. American Jamie Schler, co-owner of the Hotel Diderot, in

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Chinon, France, with her native-born husband, says, “Social media [especially Facebook posts] is how I meet and make personal friends and keep in touch on a daily basis. As an expat, this is important because I often feel far from family and friends that understand me, share common interests and ideas and speak the same language—and I don’t necessarily mean English.” Her high-tech circle ranges from hometown pals to new friends in the food community and political forums. She raves, “It’s a place where I find them all at the same time!” Nelson remarks, “No one is saying Facebook should replace visits, nights out and phone calls, but in a world where most of us wish we felt closer to a few more people, it doesn’t hurt to use every tool at our disposal for creating connections.” Differences in age needn’t be a hurdle in forging friendships. Candelaria Silva-Collins, an arts marketing professional in Boston, attended area social gatherings where she regularly encountered a museum director and his wife. “They seemed like a fantastic couple,” she says, and began a friendship with the older woman, despite their being from different generations. “My friend teaches me a lot about being vital and vibrant,” she says.

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Becoming friends with people of different ages, languages and social standing gives us a spiritual workout, advises Nelson. With a master’s degree in divinity, Nelson views friendship as a type of health club in which we develop our empathy, forgiveness and compassion muscles through practice. “Friendships are the way we become better people,” she says. Furthermore, the process, especially with people unlike us, leads to a better world. “Being able to inherently care for people we know makes it easier to do the same for people we’ve not met yet,” says Nelson. World peace happens one friend at a time. Freelance writer Judith Fertig also blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle. blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS. NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

How to Make Good Friends by Shasta Nelson

Three Necessary Ingredients

Both friendship and romantic bonds are developed when three things occur: We feel satisfied, which happens when an interaction has more positivity than negativity. We feel safe, which comes when we commit to consistent time with each other. We feel seen, which we experience when we practice revealing ourselves and expressing vulnerability. Here’s a formula for creating meaningful connections: Positivity + Consistency + Vulnerability = Frientimacy.

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It usually takes most people six to eight interactions with someone new before they start feeling like friends. The sooner they schedule such occasions, the sooner the rewards. c Be open to making new friends. c Make the first move; repeat.

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To keep a friendship going, remember that it has to have a positivity-to-negativity ratio of at least five-to-one. That means sharing five times more fun and feel-good moments than stressors that can range from disappointments and frustrations to jealousies. By definition, to be and keep a good friend requires that both parties bring satisfying positivity to the relationship. Source: Adapted from Frientimacy: How to Deepen Friendships for Lifelong Intimacy by Shasta Nelson; scheduled for release in March.

When Fear Harms by Randy Hampton

verybody is afraid of something. Fear is a natural human emotion that is designed to protect us. Most people have useful low-level fears that make them more alert when crossing a busy street or avoiding a dark alley in a bad neighborhood, but when fear affects our daily lives or is a fear of something necessary—like dentists, elevators, public speaking or flying—then it’s important to find help to address it. “Fears and phobias are typically based on our past experiences,” explains Beverly Craddock, master hypnotist at Hawaii Hypnosis Center, in Honolulu. “We may have had a bad experience years ago, or a fear could come from a scary movie we saw as a child.” Fears of the dentist can cause not just mouth problems but health problems if a person isn’t able to get proper dental care. A fear of flying can lead to social isolation from distant friends and family members, especially for people that live on an isolated island chain where air travel is the only method available. Even the fear of elevators or other enclosed spaces can be limiting in an urban high-rise and densely populated city like Honolulu. Once a fear is established, it can be reinforced by the mind. One may be drawn to Internet stories of people’s negative experiences at the dentist or on flights. One may talk about the fear of spiders with friends that then share their own scary spider stories. “When our subconscious mind is fearful, it will constantly be on the lookout for information that it believes will keep us safe,” Beverly says. “Aside from the constant reinforcement of a phobia, the initial fear is often planted by incomplete or incorrect information.” Dental phobias are often based on people’s experiences decades ago when dental methods were far more basic. Modern dentistry is generally more attune to patient comfort and gentle techniques. A fear of flying is commonly based on a

bumpy flight or even a bad personal event before the flight. Sufferers of many of these fears and phobias often experience additional anxiety and even persistent sadness because they’re unable to overcome or defeat the fear. Even well-meaning friends or family members can perpetuate the problem by encouraging the person to “just get over it.” “Fears are held within the subconscious mind,” Beverly adds. “So the When our subconscious fearful person is often mind is fearful, it will unable to consciously overcome the fear any constantly be on the more than they could consciously overcome lookout for information something like blinkthat it believes will ing or breathing.” keep us safe. Hypnosis research, including a 1993 study by the American Psychological Association, has found that hypnosis can be effective in reducing or eliminating fear responses. “It’s important to work with experienced hypnotists who have broad experience with more than just direct suggestion,” Beverly concludes. “Finding and resolving the source of the fear or using techniques to dampen the fear in the subconscious is critical to success.” Randy Hampton is a writer, social scientist, hypnotist and blogger living in Honolulu. See ad, page 8.

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Blue Whale Children’s Dentistry A Happy, Healthy Choice by Blake Lefkoe

r. Gavin Uchida, DDS, and his team over at Blue Whale Children’s Dentistry, in Honolulu, do everything just a little bit differently. For starters, they refuse to use any latex products or mercury fillings; the practice is open evenings and weekends; there is an in-house doctor of child psychology (available by appointment) to help patients and/ or parents with dental anxiety; and the entire office has an open bay layout, which allows kids to remain in the presence of other kids. In addition to cleaning teeth, the exceptionally friendly, patient and smiley practitioners there are all about education, prevention and fun. When it comes to health, they don’t focus solely on oral hygiene, they care about the overall wellness of each patient. The staff operates out of a unique mindset, which revolves around many aspects of health and encompasses the entire well-being of everyone that walks into the office. When a child enters the waiting

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room, he/she is welcomed by a kind receptionist with a big smile and warm “hello!” The room, as well as the rest of the office, is geared totally toward keiki. A bucket full of brightly colored markers sits atop a small table surrounded by tiny chairs. Bookcases overflow with kids’ books and stuffed animals. Exotic-looking fish and a beautiful striped eel swim around a very stable fish tank that has a sign advertising a $150 prize to the winner of the Name Our Pet Eel contest. Even the more traditional fluorescent bulbs have been replaced with more natural-looking lighting, which shines from colored lamps that are scattered throughout the office. Happy music plays in the background. It is an environment conducive to fun and comfort—a place where any child can feel safe and enjoy him- or herself. Dr. Gavin is the primary dentist and owner of the establishment. His goal is to make going to the dentist a NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

fun and educational experience. “Our team of providers and staff have been carefully selected because of each person’s professional expertise, and because together we create a culture that is kind, happy and human,” says Dr. Gavin. “We welcome you to enjoy the culture, communication and quality of our practice.” He encourages parents to make their child’s first appointment before the child hits the 12-month mark or as soon as he/she gets his/her first teeth, whichever happens earliest. He refers to these early visits as “positive learning experiences” and believes that “if repeated regularly, the process can inspire confidence and trust at the dentist office.” Additionally, early education (which includes discussion about things like brushing, flossing and diet) plays a huge role in prevention. And Dr. Gavin is a huge advocate of prevention. Instead of waiting to talk about oral hygiene when a kid has his/ her first cavity, he starts the conversation before the child can even speak. Dr. Gavin is a big proponent of eating a healthy diet, brushing from a young age, and catching potential cavities before they become irreversible. He says: “We call attention to the fact that the most comfortable and conservative treatments are preventive and early interventions, so please bring your child to the dentist early—long before any obvious problems develop.” Every member of the practice places great interest in the all-around health and wellness of their patients. Because of this, they use digital radiography sensors, which allow the lowest radiation exposure. Their policies are designed to use X-ray technology in ways that are safe for children. In addition, they avoid the use of sedatives and hypnotic drugs, and only use white composite resin fillings. They do not use amalgam/mercury fillings. White fillings require more time and skill by a dental team, yet they allow for more preservation of natural tooth structure and have zero risk of mercury toxicity. Dr. Gavin and his staff really put in the effort to create relationships with their patients as well as the patients’

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parents. Human interaction is important to them, and they deliberately avoid the use of TV screens and video games. This not only promotes a more intimate atmosphere of human-to-human caring but also demonstrates their values that technology and entertainment are not substitutes for basic and responsible human behavior. There is also a strict no cell phone policy in the treatment area. This rule applies to everyone, including dentists and staff. The philosophy at Blue Whale is simple and straightforward. “We view oral health as one component in the development of long-term health and wellness,” explains Dr. Gavin. “Our practice is rooted in prevention and early intervention, including integration with other health disciplines.” And while keiki might not be so interested in the philosophy, they will be happy about going home with a brand new toy [the little ones get a beach bucket and shovel], stickers and toothbrush. Location: 3660 Waialae Ave., Ste. 201, Honolulu. For more information, call 808-735-BLUE (2583) or visit BlueWhaleHawaii.com. See ad, page 6. Blake Lefkoe is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings Hawaii and runs Aloha Editing from her home on the North Shore. Contact her at Aloha. Editing@yahoo.com.

nfants, toddlers, school-age children, and adolescents have special dental needs that require knowledge and training that pediatric dentists (or pedodontists) are qualified to meet. Pediatric dentists must continue their schooling and training for an additional two to three years—focusing on child-specific requirements—after completing dental school. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children see a pediatric dentist before the age of 1 year • How to prevent caries (cavities) (or approximately six months after the and what the risk factors are for emergence of the first primary tooth). developing them. The following list describes why see• How to eliminate unwanted oral ing a pediatric dentist is valuable: habits (e.g., thumb sucking, etc.). Special Training on Child Development - During the additional years of dental school training, the pediatric dentist studies the cycle of tooth development and how to best manage and treat teeth. This study also focuses on medication dosages, physical growth and development, child behavior, and the special requirements of children’s dentistry.

Prevention - Tooth decay is a very common childhood ailment, which can be prevented in many cases. Pediatric dentists can provide advice about how to provide tooth care. They can also provide sealants and treatments to protect tooth enamel from cavities.

Specific Childhood Information for Parents - Pediatric dentists are specifically trained to provide the following information to parents about their children’s oral health:

Treatment – In addition to preventive treatments, pediatric dentists are often called on to treat oral trauma when teeth are lost too soon. Space maintainers can ensure the teeth do not become misaligned.

Early Detection – Through examinations, the pediatric dentist can Child Psychology and Communicapredict future oral problems, such as tion - In order to be able to commalocclusion (bad bite), loss of tooth municate with children in a gentle, non-threatening and effective manner, surface due to grinding (bruxism), and irregularities between tooth and jaw pediatric dentists specifically study size. This early detection can help to child psychology. They may even achieve optimal results if treatment is have a child psychologist available started early. for consultation.

• How to begin a “no tears” program for oral health at home. • How to implement oral injuryprevention strategies.

Karen Charron is a freelance writer living on Oahu and a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings Hawaii.

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YOUR MOUTH TELLS A STORY Functional Dentistry Connects Oral Health to Sleep Apnea and Heart Disease by Linda Sechrist

he focus of functional medicine—whole person health care—easily expands to include dentists trained in oral systemic health. Currently embraced by a small percentage of today’s farsighted dentists and doctors, this relatively new field of prevention and wellness views the mouth as a key portal when considering the status of the whole body. Similar to the way doctors of Oriental medicine assess the heart’s pulse to help diagnose health issues throughout the body, these systemic health dentists consider the gums, tongue, teeth and throat to be key signals of overall health. American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH) Executive Director Bobbie Delsasso was a periodontal hygienist for more than 30 years before becoming a consultant and public speaker on the larger perspective. “I taught patients about the importance of good nutrition and alerted them to consult their physician regarding what their mouth health might indicate about their body’s health,” she says. While the academy educates dental professionals to understand the internal workings of nutrition and what the mouth reveals about overall well-being, “Less than 6 percent of physicians even learn adequate basics of nutrition in medical schools,” she notes. 22

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Beyond nutrition, academy curricula for dentists now include such titles as Arteriology and Vascular Inflammation – The Oral/Systemic Connection, based on a course designed for medical professionals by physician Bradley Bale and Amy Doneen, an advanced registered nurse practitioner, co-founders of the Bale/ Doneen Method for the prevention of heart attack, stroke and diabetes. Mike Milligan, a doctor of dental medicine, founder of Eastland Dental Center, in Bloomington, Illinois, and AAOSH president, explains that heart attack and stroke are triggered by an inflammatory process which can be initiated or exacerbated by periodontal disease and abscessed teeth. Thomas Nabors, a doctor of dental surgery and an authority in molecular analysis and genetic risk assessment for periodontal diseases, provides clinical proof that supports the growing association between medicine and dentistry. “Since our inaugural AAOSH conference [in 2010], Bradley, Amy and Tom have continued to provide the current science and clinical backdrop to the oral/systemic connection to cardiovascular wellness,” says Milligan. NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

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Other vital advances in oral systemic health involve treating airway concerns such as snoring and sleep apnea. “Snoring is typically caused by muscles and tissues relaxing in the throat and mouth, resulting in decreased space in the airway passage and vibration of tissues. Eventually, individuals can develop sleep apnea, which can also result in hypertension and other problems,” advises Milligan. In sleep apnea, the sleeper’s breathing pauses often or produces hypopnea, slowed or shallow breathing for 10 or more seconds at a time. Fewer than five episodes per hour is normal, with five to 15 considered mild apnea, 15 to 30 moderate and more than 30 severe. Although 20 percent of Americans may have sleep apnea—typically associated with insomnia, tiredness and less oxygen in the body—95 percent of affected individuals go undiagnosed. To help, Milligan suggests that before going to bed we lower the thermostat in the bedroom and avoid drinking alcohol, smoking, watching television or working on a computer. Improved breathing helps assuage snoring, sleep apnea, asthma, hay fever

and nasal congestion. Milligan cites Patrick McKeown’s work, explained in his book The Oxygen Advantage. An authority on the Buteyko Breathing Method, McKeown explains how improved breathing dramatically improves oxygenation, releases more energy and supports lifelong health and well-being. Muscle retraining using orofacial myofunctional therapy can help prevent sleep apnea and also abate temporomandibular joint disorders. This new field is concerned with orofacial functional patterns and postures when teeth are apart, their status 95 percent of each day and night. It also retrains muscles to keep the tongue at the roof of the mouth and the lips together to prevent breathing through the mouth, correct swallowing function and eliminate poor oral habits such as thumb sucking. Three mechanical treatments for sleep apnea include mandibular advancement oral devices used to move the lower jaw forward, a continuous positive airway pressure machine to aid airway functioning, or surgery, which is the last resort. “The real opportunity for catching and preventing this is with children 5 to 10 years old, when their jaws are developing,” says Milligan. He further cites links discovered between the mouth and brain. “Oral spirochetes, which normally live in the mouth, have been found in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. Dr. Judith Miklossy, from the International Association for Alzheimer’s, spoke at an AAOSH conference about the link between oral bacteria and dementia, and Garth Ehrlich, Ph.D., professor of microbiology, immunology and otolaryngology at Drexel University College of Medicine, addressed rheumatoid arthritis and certain types of cancers. All of these links are more than enough reasons why good oral hygiene is essential to good health,” says Milligan. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

How a Dentist Can Save Your Life by Dennis Nagata, DDS

he role of a dentist has expanded beyond diagnosing cavities and gum disease. A dentist properly trained in a holistic approach to patient treatment will be able to help the medical profession by screening for diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, oral cancer and one of the most devastating of conditions, obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea is the root cause of many medical issues, such as heart disease, stroke, fibromyalgia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and temporomandibular disorder problems. The basic problem is that the patient is not breathing properly at night and not going through the proper sleep cycles that enable the body to heal and recover from the stresses of daily life. The trained dentist will find abnormalities in the mouth causing the obstruction of airflow. The obstruction in sleep apnea is often related to abnormal patient anatomy, such as a narrow roof of the mouth (palate); an enlarged tongue with a narrow floor of the mouth; misaligned teeth, causing a bad bite; or poor jaw position, resulting in a very narrow airway. Early recognition and treatment is critical in getting effective results. If developmental issues are caught in early childhood and teenage years, a lot of these obstructions can be prevented. New and effective treatment modalities are available, such as the DNA appliance, which helps to correct jaw size and align teeth, thus improving sleep disordered breathing and allow-

ing the patient to live longer and enjoy a better quality of life. (See picture of before and after treatment.) After 37 years in dentistry and looking at the oral structures and their relationship to overall health, I have transitioned my patient examination process to a more “integrative and holistic dental” approach. There is a complex human being attached to the oral structures and the positon of teeth, and the anatomy of the associated oral structures all contribute to a person’s ability to breathe and sleep and live a healthy life. My goal is to optimize the entire oral complex for improvement in overall health and well-being. Dennis Nagata, DDS, is the owner of Hawaii Center for Cosmetic & Laser Dentistry; is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Dentistry, International College of Craniomandibular Orthopedics, Mercury-Safe Dentistry, and American Academy of Cosmetic Orthodontics; and is a certified provider for DNA appliance. Hawaii Center for Cosmetic & Laser Dentistry is located at 1520 Liliha St., Ste. 703, in Honolulu. For more information, call 808-526-0670 or visit Smile Power.net. See ads, pages 2 and 3. Before Treatment

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Faces Don’t Have to Look Their Age Facial Rejuvenation Without Surgery from Charlene deLory by Karen Charron

s people age, the face loses vibrancy and begins to sag and look dull, making people look and feel older. The skin care and cosmetic industry spends millions of dollars in research looking for ways to bring back the look of youth on faces that no longer have an ability to regenerate themselves. They then spend millions more marketing these products to people worldwide. The problem with creams promising a healthier-looking face is that they can’t reach the cell’s nucleus. The nucleus protein is responsible for making cells vibrant and healthy. Charlene deLory has spent years studying the way the face reacts to external stimulation at the cellular level. She has collected treatments that repair and rejuvenate the face by stimulating the body’s own healing ability. One specific tool is microcurrent therapy, which uses specific frequencies mapped to the cell’s own structure to rejuvenate the cells so that they can perform at a higher capacity. The body’s normal electrical current is designed to flow through the body to heal. Unfortunately, when this flowing current is blocked by resistance (e.g., trauma or damaged cells), the healing energy will often flow around the area, limiting the healing properties of the body’s energy. To heal, the injured cells need more oxygen, protein synthesis, ion exchange and adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Microcurrent therapy stimulates the production of ATP, which is stored cellular energy that allows a cell to function and triggers the body’s natural biochemical healing process. The introduction of microcurrent technology allows intracellular fluids to be restored, electrolyte levels to be replenished, and absorption of nutrients improved. These vital functions

are increased fivefold when microcurrent technology, in harmony with the body’s own current, is introduced to the face to create enhanced cell energy. This is the same energy that produces biological processes, such as muscle contraction and protein (collagen and elastin) production. Introduction of microcurrent therapy reverses the processes that have slowed down with aging and have caused the face to look older. By regenerating the cells, the face is returned to a more vibrant and youthful appearance. The microcurrent machine sends tiny, painless impulses to the facial muscles, which helps them relax and recover while the health and appearance of the face is improved through enhanced collagen and elastin production. This same current causes the underlying muscles to tighten, firm and tone, lifting the face naturally. Through specific placement of the current, fine lines and wrinkles can be reduced and sagging areas can be lifted. The current also promotes the healing of scars and blemishes while giving a healthy glow to the face from improved blood flow. Puffiness from around the eyes can be reduced and metabolic waste (toxins) and free radicals can be eliminated from cells and tissues. A session is about an hour long, and a complete course of treatment of 10 to 15 sessions is recommended, followed by a maintenance plan to retain cellular health. The course of treatment varies depending on skin condition and muscle tone. Microcurrent therapy is recommended for anyone that wants to maintain or gain a younger look. Older people will see signs of a restored youthful appearance and young people can put off signs of aging. People that have had surgical procedures on their face can achieve a more natural look through this treatment. It is a nonsurgical procedure that is safe, effective and painless. Meet with Charlene for a free consultation to learn more about how microcurrent therapy can work to bring youth back to one’s life. For more information, contact Charlene deLory at 818-2222796 or visit YouthfulYou.com. See ad, page 11. Karen Charron is a freelance writer living on Oahu and a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings Hawaii.

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Ancient Grains for Modern Palates Gluten-Free and Eco-Friendly Grains Gain Favor by Judith Fertig

ncient grains are making a comeback. Grown since Neolithic times about 10,000 years ago, varieties of barley, corn, millet and rice have helped assuage the hunger of many communities. Today, yellow millet, dark red wholegrain sorghum, brown quinoa and exotic black rice can help alleviate food shortages. According to Harry Balzer, an expert surveyor of food and diet trends with The NPD Group, concerns about grains and gluten have prompted about a third of Americans to try to cut back on both since 2012. About 1 percent of the population has celiac disease, estimates the Celiac Disease Foundation, but many more prefer not to eat gluten. Many ancient grains are naturally glutenfree, including amaranth, buckwheat, millet, quinoa, rice and teff. “Some think that a grain-free way of eating is healthier and also better for the planet,” says food writer Maria

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Speck, of Cambridge, Massachusetts, author of Ancient Grains for Modern Meals and Simply Ancient Grains. “But that may be too simplistic, a characteristic of many diet trends.”

Better for Our Health

Whole grains fill us up and provide fiber, both necessary for maintaining optimum digestion and weight, says Kathleen Barnes, a widely published natural health expert in Brevard, North Carolina. Eating more whole grains has been previously associated with a lower risk of major diseases such as Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, based on studies by the University of Minnesota and Lund University, in Sweden. Qi Sun, assistant professor in the Harvard School of Public Health department of nutrition, agrees that whole grains are one of the major healthful foods for prevention of major chronic diseases. He’s the lead author of a new Harvard study of data assoNaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

ciating consumption of whole grains with a 9 percent reduction in overall mortality and up to 15 percent fewer cardiovascular fatalities during two 25-year-long research initiatives that followed 74,000 woman and 43,000 men. The researchers cited substituting whole grains for refined grains and red meat as likely contributors to longer life. “Whole grains are nutritional powerhouses, packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, beneficial fiber and even some protein,” observes Speck. With a German father and a Greek mother, she grew up in two cultures where grains are a part of everyday meals. “We eat them because they taste good.”

Better for Local Farmers

Sourcing and eating more organic and GMO-free whole grains (absent modified genetics) can help support local farmers, Speck maintains. Choose barley from Four Star Farms, in Massachusetts; heirloom grits from Anson Mills, in South Carolina; quinoa from White Mountain Farm, in Colorado; or heirloom Japanese rice from Koda Farms, in California.

Better for the Planet

Ancient grains require fewer natural resources to plant, grow and harvest. According to the Water Footprint Network, a pound of beef, millet and rice require 1,851, 568 and 300 gallons of water, respectively, to produce. Substituting grains in diets is a sustainable alternative to meat, and they grow on grasslands that now inefficiently support livestock. According to University of Cambridge Professor of Engineering David MacKay, it takes about 25 times more energy to produce one calorie of beef than one calorie of natural grain. Ancient grains can add variety and flavor to meals and a wealth of them are as close as the gluten-free aisle of a neighborhood grocery or health food store. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Favorite Ancient Grains

Cooking with Ancient Grains saucepan over medium heat. Swirl in the oil and wait until it shimmers. Add the onion and ¼ tsp of the salt. Stir occasionally, until the onion just starts to brown at the edges, about 5 minutes.

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Stir in the garlic and the herbs thyme and savory, and then cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely, so as not to burn the pieces.

Amaranth. The seed head of pigweed, amaranth can be baked into a custard or added to a soup. Grown by the Aztecs, iron- and protein-rich amaranth can be popped raw in a vskillet like popcorn, and then added as garnish to soups and salads. Buckwheat. The seeds of a plant related to rhubarb and grown in northern climates, buckwheat can be ground into flour for savory French crepes or simmered whole in soup. Quinoa. Grown at high altitudes, quinoa has become a popular addition to salads or yogurt, as well as its own side dish. Millet. A tiny, drought-tolerant grain, millet can be added to bread dough for texture or cooked as a healthy breakfast with toasted almonds and cardamom. Teff. From Ethiopia, the flour of this tiny grain is fermented and used to make the flatbread known as injera. Try a teff waffle with caramelized pineapple. Source: Adapted from Simply Ancient Grains by Maria Speck.

t’s best to cook up a batch of ancient grains ahead on the weekend for use during a busy week. To inject more color and flavor, add a pinch of saffron to turn the cooking water golden, or cook the grains in pomegranate juice. Cooked grain keeps in the refrigerator for up to seven days, ready to enhance salads, soups, yogurt or desserts.

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Stir in the buckwheat groats and cook, stirring occasionally and monitoring, until the grains take on some color, about 2 minutes. Add the broth (beware of splatter), the remaining ½ tsp salt and the pepper and bring to a boil, scraping the bottom of the pan. Decrease the heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook until the buckwheat is tender, about 15 minutes.

Yields: 4 servings 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1½ cups chopped red onion (1 medium) ¾ tsp fine sea salt 2 tsp minced garlic (2 cloves) ¼ tsp dried thyme ¾ tsp dried savory or ½ tsp more dried thyme ¾ cup raw buckwheat groats (not kasha) 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper 2 cups raw shredded beets, preferably red (1 large or 2 small) 1 to 2 tsp honey 1 cup purified water (approximately) 2 tsp sherry vinegar, or more as needed Horseradish Yogurt ¾ cup whole milk or 2% Greek yogurt 3 Tbsp retail horseradish, with liquid ¼ tsp fine sea salt ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper To make the soup, heat a large heavy

While it simmers, prepare the horseradish yogurt topping: Combine the horseradish, salt and pepper in a small bowl and beat until smooth using a fork. Season with more salt and pepper to taste. To finish, stir in the beets and 1 tsp of the honey and then add about 1 cup of water to reach a preferred consistency. Remove the pot from the heat, cover and allow to sit for 5 minutes until the vegetables soften. Add the vinegar and taste for seasoning. Depending on the beets’ sweetness, maybe add another teaspoon of honey and a bit more vinegar to balance it, and perhaps a tad more salt and pepper. The seasoning is forgiving because the topping will bring the flavors together. Ladle the soup into four bowls, garnish with a dollop of the yogurt topping and serve at once.

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syrup and ground cardamom to the saucepan with the rice, cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Uncover, decrease the heat to retain a lively simmer, and cook, stirring once occasionally, until the rice is tender with a slight chew, 5 to 7 minutes.

To finish, add ¼ to ½ cup more halfand-half to reach a desired consistency. Taste for sweetness and adjust with more maple syrup if needed. Divide between 4 to 6 breakfast bowls. Top each bowl with 1 tablespoon of pomegranate seeds and 1 teaspoon of chopped pistachios. Serve warm.

Cardamom-Infused Black Rice Porridge with Greek Millet Saganaki Blueberries and Pistachios with Shrimp and Ouzo Yields: 4 to 6 servings Black Rice ¾ cup black rice 2 whole green cardamom pods 1½ cups boiling purified water Porridge 1 cup half-and-half, plus more as needed 3 Tbsp maple syrup, or more as needed ¾ tsp ground cardamom 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries 4 to 6 Tbsp pomegranate seeds, for garnish 3 Tbsp lightly toasted chopped plain pistachios, for garnish Start the rice the night before: Add the rice and cardamom pods to a large, heavy saucepan. Pour over the boiling water, cover and let sit at room temperature or overnight (or chill, covered, for up to 2 days). The next morning, make the porridge: Add 1 cup of half-and-half, the maple 28

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Remove the cardamom pods, if preferred. Add the blueberries and simmer gently until they are warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes more.

Millet 1¼ cups purified water ¾ cup millet 1 bay leaf Pinch of fine sea salt Saganaki 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion (1 small) 1 clove garlic, peeled and slightly crushed 1 small hot green chili, minced (optional) ¼ tsp fine sea salt 2 Tbsp tomato paste 1 (28-oz) BPA-free can whole tomatoes, crushed in a bowl ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper ½ cup green pimiento-stuffed olives, halved if large 4 oz coarsely crumbled Greek feta cheese (about 1 cup), preferably made from sheep’s milk Shrimp 1 lb jumbo shell-on shrimp from a reputable fishmonger, deveined and NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

patted dry (or substitute firm tofu, cut into bite-sized pieces) Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 /3 cup ouzo or other aniseflavored liqueur ¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley To prepare the millet, bring the water, millet, bay leaf, and salt to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan. Decrease the heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit covered for 5 to 10 minutes. Uncover, remove the bay leaf and set aside to cool. Meanwhile, make the saganaki. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat until it shimmers. Add the onion, garlic, chili and salt; cook, stirring frequently, until the onion softens and turns light golden, about 5 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, until it darkens, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes with their juices

and the pepper; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Decrease the heat to maintain a light boil and cook, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Stir in the millet and green olives. Taste for salt and pepper and adjust (keeping in mind that olives and feta cheese are typically salty). Remove the pot from the heat, sprinkle with the feta and cover to allow the cheese to soften. To prepare the shrimp (or tofu), season them with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over high heat until it shimmers. Add the shrimp. Cook, undisturbed, until the shrimp or tofu pieces turn golden, 1 to 2 minutes, and then flip them with a spatula and cook until the shrimp are just opaque throughout or the tofu has warmed through, 1 to 2 more minutes, depending on the size. Add the ouzo and cook until it’s syrupy, about 30 seconds. Using a spatula, briskly remove the shrimp from the pan and arrange on top of the millet. Sprinkle with the parsley and serve at once. All recipes adapted from Simply Ancient Grains or Ancient Grains for Modern Meals, by Maria Speck, courtesy of Ten Speed Press.

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Reducing Coffee Shop Waste For many, getting a coffee to go at a favorite spot on the way to work or while dropping the kids off at school and running errands is a weekday ritual. The java might taste even better if we reduce the amount of waste traditionally involved. Here are a few ways to better cherish Earth’s resources. Avoid the paper cup; carry a reusable thermos or insulated bottle instead as a matter of routine. Author and activist Beth Terry, in her book Plastic Free: How I Kicked the Habit and How You Can Too suggests both stainless steel beverage containers and mugs. She also recommends glass mason jars and points out that EcoJarz recently began making stainless steel caps and lids instead of plastic. Learn more at MyPlasticFreeLife.com. Terry further cites the unhealthy aspects of continual use of paper cups because, “Many are lined with plastic, and the plastic lids are often the equivalent of Styrofoam.” If caught without a favorite reusable container, Treehugger.com’s Katherine Martinko recommends at least giving an old paper cup one more turn. “It’s not a zero waste solution, but if you’ve already got a paper cup in your car or kitchen, you might as well extend its life. Wash and hand it over the next time you get a coffee,” she suggests. “It will still do the job.” For those that add cream, milk or sugar to coffee, consider the waste involved just in the plastic and wood stirrers provided by the shop that are tossed in the trash after serving their one-time function. “Avoid all of them,” advises Terry. “Carry a clean utensil in the car,” such as a bamboo tableware or a spork (combination spoon and fork). Cutting down or weaning off of dairy, sugar and especially sugar substitutes is another healthful move.

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Are Over-the-Counter Medications Always Safe? by Marsha R. Sakamaki

here are more than 300,000 over-the-counter (OTC) medications currently on the market, according to the Food and Drug Administration, and that number continues to grow as more prescription medications change to OTC status. Four out of five Americans routinely take them, and it’s easy to understand why: They are cheap, easy to get, and a doctor or pharmacist doesn’t need to be consulted before they are taken. So people take them for aches and pains, coughs and colds, fevers, allergies, skin disorders, heartburn and the list goes on. However, it’s important to understand that there are some risks involved. OTC drugs can be safe if used as directed for indicated conditions; however, one in five adults that self-medicate admit to taking more than the recommended dose or taking an OTC medication more frequently than recommended. A recent New York Times article states that one of the most widely used drugs is acetaminophen, which is found in Tylenol and other products used to relieve pain and fever. Overdoses of this ingredient result in 30,000 hospitalizations annually, often because of acute liver failure caused by excessive amounts of the drug. According to a 2012 study published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine, about one person in four unwittingly exceeds the safe limit of 4,000 mg of this ingredient over a 24-hour period, even when taking only one product. If two products that contain the drug are taken, 46 percent will overdose. A consumer poll in 2001 by the National Council on Patient Information and Education found that most people do not read all of the information on product labels and therefore miss essential information concerning usage. 30

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Similar to prescription drugs, it’s important to consider the possible side effects. OTC drugs should not be taken by people with certain health conditions or combined with other drugs—prescribed or OTC—because this might result in adverse interactions. Roughly 40 percent of OTC drugs are used by those older than 65. Because of chronic health issues, a diminished ability to process drugs, and the vast number of prescription and OTC medications that many older people tend to take, they are at the greatest risk for negative side effects and interactions. The results of misuse in this population can include falls, depression, confusion, hallucination and malnutrition. What is the most misused OTC remedy? Laxatives. When taken too often to prevent constipation, stimulant laxatives can cause dependency. The bowel can lose its ability to function without them. Sleeping pills that contain antihistamines tend to lose their effectiveness over time, which can cause people to take more than the recommended dosage. Regardless, they should not be used for more than two weeks. Antacids can cause diarrhea or constipation and block the absorption of certain medications. There are better alternatives, such as H2 blockers (like Pepcid and Zantac) and proton-pump inhibitors (like Nexium and Prilosec) that stop the stomach from producing acid. However, these drugs may cause problems if taken for too long, including bone fractures and magnesium deficiencies that can lead to seizures. For people with chronic health conditions, there’s the risk of potentially serious adverse reactions. FamilyDoctor. org lists various medical conditions that may need extra precautions. These include heart disease; diabetes; high blood pressure; asthma; epilepsy; bleeding or clotting disorders; thyroid problems; enlarged prostate; breathing problems; glaucoma; psychiatric problems; gout; immune system, kidney or liver problems; and Parkinson’s disease. People with such conditions should talk with their doctors before taking any OTC drug. It’s wise to fill all prescriptions at the same pharmacy to make it easier to spot any potentially negative drug interactions with any OTC medications one may be taking. Of course, it’s also important to read the entire label on all OTC drugs and to note the correct dose, time intervals and any precautions, including whether it should be taken with or without food. Why take unnecessary risks? The Wellness Center Hawaii, in Honolulu, offers the latest in cutting-edge 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@TheWellnessCenterHawaii.com or visit TheWellnessCenterHawaii.com. See ad, page 38.

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DEEP LISTENING Our Wholehearted Attention Is Our Greatest Gift

by Kay Lindahl Pay attention to the environment. Stop other activities to listen. Clear your desk. Turn off background noise or move to a quiet corner.

by Kay Lindahl erhaps one of the most precious and powerful gifts we give another person is to really listen to them with quiet, fascinated attention and our whole being; fully present. Deep listening occurs at the heart level, and we must ask ourselves how often we listen to each other so completely. Such listening is a creative force. We expand, ideas come to life and grow and we remember who we are. It brings forth our inner spirit, intelligence, or true self, and opens up the space for us to thrive. Sometimes we have to do a lot of listening before another’s inner being feels replenished. Some people just need to talk and go on and on, usually in a superficial, nervous manner. This often happens because they have not been truly listened to. Patience is required to be a listening presence for such a person long enough that they get to their center point of tranquility and peace. The results of such listening are extraordinary. Some would call them miracles.

Effective Listening Practices

Listening well takes time, skill and a readiness to slow down to afford time for reflection and to let go of expectations, judgments, boredom, self-assertiveness and defensiveness. When two people listen deeply to one another, we sense that we are present not only to each other, but also to something beyond our individual selves; something spiritual, holy or sacred. Once we experience the depth of being listened to like this, we naturally begin to listen to be present with another. We notice what occurs when we interrupt someone and when we don’t. We watch what unfolds when another stops speaking and we ask, “Is there anything else?” Listening is an art that calls for practice. Imagine if we all spent just a few minutes each day choosing to practice the art of listening; of being fully present with the person we are with. Being truly listened to and understood yields a sigh of contentment and joy. Kay Lindahl, of Long Beach, CA, is the author of The Sacred Art of Listening, from which this was adapted with permission from SkyLight Paths Publishing.

Be present. Listen with an open, appreciative and curious mind rather than evaluating what’s being said. Put your own agenda aside. Stop talking. One person speaks at a time without interruption. Listen for understanding. No one is required to agree with or believe what they hear. Let empathy and compassion take the lead; put yourself in their shoes. Ask for clarification. It can help a listener understand what’s being expressed. Pause before speaking. Allow the speaker to complete their thought, and then wait a few seconds before responding. Also ask, “Is there anything else?” There almost always is. Listen to yourself. Inquire of your inner voice, “What wants to be expressed next?” Signal that they’ve been heard. Encouraging body language includes empathetic facial expressions, nodding and sympathetic postures. Adapted from The Top Ten Powerful Listening Practices on the author’s website SacredListening.com.

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Mindful Minutes for Little Ones Yoga Helps Kids Focus and Relax by Julianne Hale

merican kids’ school, after-school and weekend schedules now rival the hectic pace of their multitasking parents. Like their adult counterparts, youngsters need time to decompress from the pressures of life and be present in their own skin, and yoga provides the tools to accomplish this. Most adults take to their yoga mat to create harmony in their body and mind, increase flexibility and balance, build muscle tone and strength, and because it makes them feel great. These same benefits apply to children as their developing bodies and minds respond to yoga on a deep level, both on and off the mat.

Start with Watching Breath “Breathing and mindfulness practices are important for children,” explains Mariam Gates, the Santa Cruz, California, creator of the Kid Power Yoga 32

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Program and author of Good Morning Yoga and the upcoming Good Night Yoga. “There is so much that children are not in control of in their everyday lives; to give them a way to physically process their experience, to self-soothe and find their own internal source of strength, is crucial.” “Having kids experience simply paying attention to their breath as it comes all the way in and moves all the way out can serve them well in every area of their lives going forward,” says Gates. In the classroom, it transfers to learning skills benefited by the ability to focus. From toddlers to teens, children can have a difficult time processing and controlling their emotions, which are vital life skills. Carla Tantillo, founder of Mindful Practices, a Chicago-area wellness organization, has found that yoga and the practice of mindfulness help NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com

children express themselves in constructive ways. She observes, “In any situation, especially in communities where reactivity, impulsiveness and violent solutions are modeled, yoga empowers children to pause and take a breath so they can own what’s happened, move through it and move on.” “I like yoga because it makes me feel like there is calm all around me,” says 8-year-old Biko Cooper. Dee Marie, the Boulder, Colorado, founder and executive director of Calming Kids, a nonprofit program that integrates yoga into the classroom to foster a nonviolent atmosphere, says, “When a child learns through yoga how to feel a sense of themselves and begins to understand their selfworth and stand tall in their power, they can begin to regulate their breath and their emotions.” These invaluable skills stay with children through adulthood.

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Educators are starting to take notice of yoga’s benefits for children, including those with attention deficit disorders or autism, but yoga practice is still rare among school-age children. As encouragement, “Make it fun,” advises Gates. “It’s essential to create experiences that feel accessible and enjoyable for kids. They must feel empowered to do it themselves and take over the experience.” Six-year-old Carmen Wheeler likes doing yoga with her dad. “Yoga gets me feeling strong and it really calms me down,” she says. Music can help children relax and focus during their practice. Soothing basic instrumentals are good to start; an Internet search for yoga music for kids reveals many options. Parents can assist by incorporating yoga into a child’s daily bedtime ritual. “Do whatever they are willing to do with them,” counsels Marie. “Start by lying on the bedroom floor, doing stretches and focusing on breathing. Then move to the bed and teach some relaxation and visualization techniques.” Marie cautions parents against insisting that their child’s yoga practice mirror their own. “We have to meet

children where they are.” Adults think that yoga has to look a certain way, but sometimes children don’t necessarily want to do the postures we’re familiar with. The best teaching reaches each individual child in a way that resonates with them because yoga is a lifestyle, not an exercise regimen,” she says. Yoga novices and parents that prefer specific guidance can take advantage of local studio classes for children and families or use DVDs, online streaming services and instruction books. Kevin Day, age 5, regularly starts his days with a Boat pose. “I like it because you can do it with a friend,” he says. Lisa Flynn, the Dover, New Hampshire, founder and chief executive officer of ChildLight Yoga and Yoga 4 Classrooms, is optimistic about the future. “In 10 years, I envision social and emotional learning, yoga, and mindfulness integrated at every school and mandated by educational policy,” she says. In addition to improved physical, social, emotional and cognitive health and wellness of the students, teachers and parents, she foresees “a positive shift in the overall school climate.”

Cultivating Mindfulness in the Classroom by Julianne Hale

hen Scott Frauenheim, director of the Chicago International Charter School (CICS) West Belden, noticed that some students in his kindergarten through eighth grade urban classrooms were not fully engaged, he decided to focus the 2014-2015 school year on mindfulness for both students and faculty. He enlisted the help of Mindful Practices, a Chicago-based school wellness organization founded by Carla Tantillo. Using the strategies Tantillo recommends in her book Cooling Down Your Classroom, teachers were taught to involve students in mindful minutes—short bursts of simple yoga poses, breathing exercises and other techniques—to

Julianne Hale is a freelance writer and Natural Awakenings franchise magazine editor in Cleveland, TN.

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Chinatown Open House (Choy Cheng) – 6-9pm. Come enjoy the lion dance and firecracker celebration sponsored by the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. Free. 8 S King St, Honolulu. For more information, call 808-533-3181 or visit ChineseChamber.com.

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 38.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6 The Magical Power of You!!! – 10am-3pm. Come play, as we access the magic within. Learn to awaken the abilities and capabilities of your soul self. We will activate and awaken gifts that have been dormant for lifetimes. Channeling information, morphing time, bilocating and a little fun bending spoons. Meditation, activation, tools and much more. $75 + $2 parking. Quantum, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 207, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot, contact Leilani DiCocco at 808-756-1323 or LeilaniMystic7@msn.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7 Talking to Stones - Level 1 – 1-5pm. Attend a self-empowerment series workshop facilitated by Kahu Angela Pohakuola Studer, 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 7.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Crystal Meditation – 6:30-8:30pm. Kahu Angela Pohakuola Studer, stone whisperer, will lead the group in building intuitive/psychic development, in crystal meditation, and in an Earth-healing energy circle. Crystals supplied. $44 + $2 parking (prepay), $50 + $2 parking at door. Quantum, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 207, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-6265087. See ad, page 7.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 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 7.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 – MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15 Lomi Lomi Level 1 & 2 – 9am-5pm. With instructor Kumu Karen Leialoha Carroll. Certificate will be provided. $450 each level. University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-626-5087. See ad, page 7.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 An Evening of Spirit Communication – 7:158:30pm. Join our exciting and healing monthly event at Spiritual Solutions Hawaii, Honolulu. During each demonstration, Yoshie will connect with audience members’ loved ones in the spirit world. Depending on progress, all/most participants will receive a personal reading. Seating is limited to a maximum of 7 people. $45. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-840-9135 or visit SpiritualSolutionsHawaii.com. See ad, page 31.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 – THURSDAY, MARCH 10 Eight-Sectioned Exercise (Qigong Baduanjin) – 9:30-10:30am. Instructor David Cai, OMD, LAc, is offering 8 sessions of qigong baduanjin on Tuesdays and Thursdays. First, lift the sky with both hands to adjust the triple warmers. Second, draw the bow on both sides to shoot the vulture. Third, raise the arm to regulate the spleen and stomach. Fourth, shake the head and sway the bottom to extinguish fire in the heart. Fifth, turn the head and look back to allay the five strains and seven impairments. Sixth, flex the feet with both hands to strengthen the kidney and waist. Seventh, clench the fists with angry eyes to build physical strength. Eighth, seven jolts behind the back to cure all illness. Free + $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 7.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 Youth Mental Health First Aid – 7:45am-4:30pm. This eight-hour public education program is for anyone working with youth. Participants will be introduced to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents. Participants do not learn to diagnose or how to provide any therapy or counseling—rather, how to support a youth developing signs and symptoms of a mental illness or in an emotional crisis by applying a core five-step action plan. Free. Community Learning Center, Mā‘ili - 87 Kulauku St, Waianae. For more information or to reserve a spot, visit EventBrite.com/e/youth-mentalhealth-first-aid-8-hour-course-1-day-registration20147596002?aff=ebrowse.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, AND SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Reiki Level II – 10am-4pm. Kahu Angela Pohakuola Studer, Usui Reiki master since 1996, will teach Usui Shiko Ryoho Reiki II in oral tradition. Includes all materials and certificate upon completion. $350 + $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 7.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Vegetarian Feast and Kirtan – 4-7pm. Visit the Shangri-La, affectionately called the “Waimanalo Hobbit House.” Experience meticulously landscaped waterfalls, koi ponds, arched bridges, fruit trees and other exotic botanicals, kirtan (mantra singing), a talk on Eastern philosophy, and a delicious vegetarian buffet. $10 donation suggested. For more information, contact Narahari at 808259-5900 or Narahari@HaleKrishna.com. See article, page 13.

Spring 2016 Small Business Fair – 7:30am1:30pm. This annual fair provides an opportunity to visit with exhibitors and attend free classes (registration required for classes. To see full schedule of classes, visit scribd.com/doc/293297808/0220-16-Spring-Small-Business-Fair-Flyer). Free. Leeward Community, College Theatre Courtyard, 96-045 Ala Ike Rd, Pear City. For more information, call 808-945-1430. To register for classes, visit SmallBizFair2016-1.eventbrite.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 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. 2016 Hawaii State VEX and VEX IQ Robotic Skills Challenge – 10:30am-2:30pm. The public is invited to see students show off their robotics skills and enter to win prizes from the Hawaii Council of Engineering Societies. The Robotic Skills Challenge will feature student teams putting their STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) prowess and teamwork to the test. A finish in the top 30 in the world will qualify a team to advance to the world championship. Free. Pearlridge Center, 981005 Moanalua Rd, Aiea. For more information, call 808-203-2366 or visit PearlridgeOnline.com.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25 – SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Wanderlust Festival – 7am-6pm. Unplug from the ordinary. Whether you register for sessions or attend to visit the Kulu Market, this annual event is always an enlightening and invigorating adventure. At the center of the Wanderlust experience, the Kula Market, open to the general public, offers food, live music, pop-up performances and more. Turtle Bay Resort, 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku. For more information or to register for sessions, visit Wanderlust.com/festivals/oahu.

planahead FRIDAY, MARCH 18 – SUNDAY, MARCH 20 Kahumana Retreat – Relax, connect to the earth and ignite your primal being. This three-day retreat offers onsite accommodations, 3 organic meals per day, yoga, hikes, farm tour, composting workshop and journaling exercises. $495 for full weekend experience, $95 for Saturday only (ask about scholarship opportunity). Kahumana Organic Farm and Cafe, 86-660 Lualualei Homestead Rd, Waianae. For more information or to reserve a spot, call Krissa at 808-696-2655 or visit Kahumana.org.

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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.

Student Massage – 1pm and 2:30pm. Come experience a massage by one of the Quantum Massage School students. $35 + $2 Parking. Quantum, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 208, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-988-4440. See ad, page 7.

monday 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.

tuesday 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.

wednesday 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

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iRest Nidra Yoga – 5-6pm. Come experience the integrative and restorative power of iRest yoga with instructor Jill Peterson. Learn to heal unresolved issues in the body and mind and recognize underlying peace of mind. Bring something comfortable to sleep on. $15/class + $2 parking (cash only). Quantum, University Plaza, 931 University Ave, Ste 207, Honolulu. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 808-626-5087. See ad, page 7. 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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BRA FITTING KIANA

808-728-9895 TheBraWahine@gmail.com TheBraWahine.com Kiana, owner of The Bra Wahine established in 2010 in Honolulu, is a professional certified fitter with extensive experience successfully helping many women find the right fit. The Bra Wahine offers more than 300 bra sizes—from an AA to an N cup, in measurements from a 26- to 52-inch ribcage. Call for a complimentary fitting. See ad, page 17.

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 ad, page 12.

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 10.

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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 article, page 20, and ad, page 6.

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 article, page 23, and 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 7.

FACIAL REJUVENATION CHARLENE DELORY

Hawaii Kai 818-222-2796 • YouthfulYou.com Discover the holistic approach to reverse the signs of aging with the most advanced technique in facial rejuvenation (microcurrent) that works to tone, lift and contour facial muscles; reduce wrinkles, lines, acne and scars; increase collagen and elastin; and stimulate blood flow and oxidation of cells. Charlene can help you restore health and vibrancy to your face. There are different treatments available to meet your specific needs and budget. Call today for your trial offer. You are going to love the results. See ad, page 11.

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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 30, and ad, page 38.

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 19, and ad, page 8.

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 17.

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 18.

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 34.

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HAWAII CENTER FOR REGENERATIVE MEDICINE

Dr. Liza Maniquis-Smigel, MD, LLC Hilo: 136A Ululani St Honolulu: 928 Nuuanu Ave, Ste 210 808-933-3444 ProloHawaii.com Dr. Liza Maniquis-Smigel specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, also known as Physiatry. She practices patientcentered medicine that focuses on illness from the patient’s perspective to help him/her improve his/her quality of life. She will find relief of your chronic pain through nonsurgical approaches while restoring health and function. She has a special interest in Platelet Rich Plasma, Stem Cell and Perineural Injection Therapies—natural regenerative processes that jumpstart your body to heal naturally. Dr. Smigel is an expert in diagnosing neurological conditions with nerve conduction velocity studies and electromyelogram and MSK and nerve Ultrasound Diagnostics. See ad, page 33.

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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.

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 18.

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

Dr. Kevin Gibson is a licensed Naturopathic Physician, Acupuncturist and Registered Environmental Specialist with 32 years of public health/medical experience. His specialties are cancer care, gastrointestinal illness, cardiovascular disease, sports medicine, hyperbaric oxygen therapy and chronic fatigue. See ad, page 6.

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SPIRITUAL TOURS HIDDEN OAHU

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SPIRIT COMMUNICATION SPIRITUAL SOLUTIONS HAWAII PSYCHIC MEDIUM 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 31.

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TOOTH REPLACEMENT CARLSON BRIDGE TECHNOLOGIES DR. RONALD CARLSON 4211 Waialae Ave, Ste 400, Kahala 808-735-0282 CarlsonBiologicalDentistry.net

Dr. Carlson offers a revolutionarily innovative method for tooth replacement that can, in most cases, be done in one appointment without tooth mutilation. This tooth-replacement technology uses space-age composites of exceptionally high strengths, durability and beauty. Take time exploring this method on the website or on YouTube. Call for a consultation. See ad, page 39.

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Missing Teeth? Missing Front Tooth

The “Winged Pontic”

The Carlson Bridge® “Winged Pontic” replacement has got you covered. 69% of people ages 35 to 44 have lost at least one tooth, most visibly in the front. There are five ways to solve a missing tooth space issue. First, you may choose to do nothing, which often leads to other more involved issues such as gum defects and collapse of bite, leading to more tooth loss, jaw joint issues, or muscular pain. Or, you can have a removable bridge, “flipper or snap-on-smile” method and contend with the in-and-out of the mouth business related to their inherent ill-fitting nature, a temporary fix, at best. Or, you could opt for the dental implant screwed into your bone topped off by a “crown.” Only 8% of the dentists in the America use this method even after 20 years of attempting to get the dentists of the USA to buy into this approach through nationwide advertising. Cost of most single implants runs about $4-6,000.00. You will not be told about the time commitment for the surgery, care and maintenance costs for the implant after the procedure, or the downside such as bone rejection, implant infection, or breakage of the implant. The fourth method is the traditional fixed bridge for a missing tooth, requiring radical stripping away of outer enamel, the “enamel peel” cutting method, which leaves one with a tooth stump, hastening its demise through gangrene.

Finished Carlson Bridge®

We at Carlson Bridge Technologies, Inc. offer the “FIFTH” method that, in most cases, can be done in one appointment of about an hour and a half, at a fraction of the cost of any methods, other than the flipper, and requires little more than cleaning the support teeth surfaces and adhering the “Winged Pontic” into the space. Take time to explore our “FIFTH,” and best, method (“5” is the Spiritual Way—the center of the numbers 1 though 9—the Middle Way) by visiting our sites and videos. We suggest you Google or YouTube Carlson Bridge for greater clarity. We are at the Kahala Mall, Island of O’ahu, Hawai’i at 808-735-0282. Email ddscarlson@hawaiiantel.net or visit www.carlsonbiologicaldentistry.com. Thank you!

Carlson Bridge “Winged Pontic” Tooth Replacement Kit ®

For professionals: the kit is available for purchase in learning this remarkable innovation at 808-955-6064.

We at Carlson Bridge® Technologies, Inc Invite and Welcome network patients, and, dental doctors who become skillful in this Art. www.carlsonbridgetech.com

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February 2016