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15 LIFESAVING ACTS Protecting Animals at Home and Abroad by Sandra Murphy
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onolulu Neuroscience Clinic will be opening at 250 Ward Avenue, Suite 170, as an expansion of Dr. Michael Russo’s Hawaii Pacific dense array electroencephalogram (DEEG) neurology and sleep medicine practice. The new office includes six additional exam rooms and a state-of-the-art DEEG within a unique healing ambience created by the Ron Artis Family. The staff at Honolulu Neuroscience Clinic believes that correct diagnosis is the key to successful healing, and that no stone should be left unturned in the search for the underlying cause of a problem. Once the underlying cause is identified, natural, holistic, non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions may be considered. At-home ambulatory video EEG will be offered through a partnership with NeuroConnect, Hawaii’s premier ambulatory electroencephalography service.
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newsbriefs Dr. Jon Ho Offers Reiki for Rookies
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eiki Master Dr. Jon Ho will offer Reiki for Rookies, an introductory level course, from 6 to 9 p.m., April 10, and from 9 Jon Ho a.m. to 3 p.m., April 11, at the Japan-American Institute of Management Science, in Honolulu. In this contemporary class, students will become familiar with the energy field and learn to manipulate it to change their health and well-being. Participants are taught to develop their own imagery to channel energy and will be able to perform Reiki on themselves and others upon completion of the class. Cost: $150. Location: 6600 Hawaii Kai Dr., Honolulu. For more information or to register, call 808-7348706. See ad, page 11.
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ina Kaniho, the founder of Natural Aloha body care products, is expanding the availability of her product line to additional locations in Hawaii. Customers can now find the products at Don Quijote, 801 Kaheka Street, in Honolulu; and the Hawaii Island Craft Fair, which takes place from April 5 to 11 in Hilo during the Merrie MonDina Kaniho arch Film Festival. Natural Aloha products remain available at Down to Earth stores, NoeLani Studios, Polynesian Treasures and WaimeaValley, in Haleiwa; Vim ‘N Vigor, in the Ala Moana Shopping Center; Island Keepsakes, in Honolulu; Paradise Cove, in Kapolei; and in the Four Seasons Resorts on Maui and Lanai. The Hawaiian-made natural and organic products are also available online. Festival location: Afook Chinen Civic Auditorium, 323 Manono St. For more information, visit Natural-Aloha.com. See ad, page 19.
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Location: 1520 Liliha St., Ste. 703. For more information, call 808-526-0670 or visit SmilePower.net or LightWalkerLaser.com See ad page 3.
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alekulani’s resident Lifestyle Coach, Kamala Skipper, will teach The Energy Solution, a class focused on using food and lifestyle to naturally increase energy levels, from 11 a.m. to noon, March 28 at the hotel. The SpaHalekulani Living-Well Lecture Series will take place at 11 a.m. on the last Saturday of each month throughout 2015. “The program is part of SpaHalekulani’s Living as an Art lifestyle, designed to achieve overall well-being,” explains Kamala Nayeli, director of SpaHalekulani. “Ms. Skipper’s expertise as a certified, integrative lifestyle coach will provide participants with the tools to attain a life that is more fulfilling, happy and healthy; not just in 2015, but for many years to come.”
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How to Find and Fix Leaking Pipes While municipal water main breaks make news, it’s just as important to be watchful at home. According to the Alliance for Water Efficiency, a typical home annually loses more than 2,000 gallons of water due to leakage. SNL Financial, an industry analysis firm in Charlottesville, Virginia, recently reported that water leaks cause $9.1 billion in annual homeowner policy property losses. Sensing a less-thanstellar water flow or seeing a leak from a faucet or mold or damp spots on walls and ceilings can indicate possible water pipe problems. Copper water lines can develop tiny leaks over time when the water supply is too acidic. Also, clogs can develop, regardless what lines are made of, from lime and rust accumulations, stressing sections and especially fittings. Particularly vulnerable are 45-to-65-year-old homes, the length of time corrosion-resistant coatings on interior and exterior pipes generally last (OldHouseWeb.com). Fortunately, if repairs are needed, most builders group water lines in predictable places; bathrooms are often stacked one atop another in multi-floor houses for easier placement of supply and drain lines, so work can be localized and focused. Instead of costly copper, many plumbers have switched to PEX—a tough and flexible polyethylene—that doesn’t require fittings or react to acid, like copper does. Repairs typically consist of replacing specific pipe sections as needed. Ask a visiting plumber to inspect all exposed plumbing lines to maximize the value of the service call. Here’s a simple way to check for leaks: Turn off all water by closing internal and external water valves and don’t use the toilet. Record the current reading of the water meter, and then wait 20 minutes. Record the reading again and wait another 15 minutes. If the meter indicates an increase during this period, it’s probably from a leak. Another option is to install an automatic water leak detection and shutoff system. According to AllianceForWaterEfficiency.org, 20 to 35 percent of all residential toilets leak at some time, often silently, sending wasted water onto both household water and sewer bills. Flapper valves improperly covering the exit from the tank are the most common problem, and they can easily be replaced.
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esearchers from the Wake Forest School of Medicine found that mindfulness meditation significantly reduced the number and duration of migraines among 19 episodic migraine patients. Ten were given eight weeks of mindfulness classes with instructions for adding personal meditation in-between sessions. The other nine received typical migraine care. Those in the meditation group experienced an average of 1.4 fewer migraines per month, which averaged nearly three hours less than the ones experienced by those in the control group. Pain levels of the headaches reported by those in the meditation group averaged 1.3 points lower on a scale of one to 10.
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News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.
Farming Seeks to Recruit a New Generation
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Seaweed May Be the New Lettuce Food items such as kelp, dulse, alaria and laver may be unfamiliar to some, but likely not for long, as these and other varieties of edible seaweed and sea vegetables appear on more shopping lists and restaurant menus. These ingredients are already favored by cooks for the jolt of salty goodness they bring to soups and salads and by health food advocates that appreciate their high levels of essential minerals. Goodies in the pipeline include seaweed-filled bagels, ice cream and chips. The trend toward farming seaweed instead of harvesting in the wild is making news. Working waterfronts often go dormant in the winter as lobstermen that work during warmer months move inland out of season for part-time jobs. Seaweed is a winter crop that can keep boats out on the water, providing year-round aquaculture employment. Entrepreneur Matthew Moretti, who operates Bangs Island Mussels, a shellfish and kelp farm in Casco Bay, near Portland, Maine, explains, “Mussels are monoculture,” so he has been growing sugar kelp between mussel rafts to create a more ecological model. Source: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Center for a Livable Future
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Healthy Lifestyle App Now Available for Android Users The Natural Awakenings healthy living, healthy planet lifestyle app has been upgraded with a brand-new look and updated features. The free app, already downloaded by more than 40,000 iPhone users, is now available on the Android platform. Natural Awakenings makes staying in touch with the best choices for a green and healthy lifestyle easier than ever. Find products, practitioners and services dedicated to healthy living, plus articles on the latest practical, natural approaches to nutrition, fitness, creative expression, personal growth and sustainable living by national experts with fresh perspectives and inspired ideas. New features include signing up for promotions, updates and newsletters, as well as convenient links to the Natural Awakenings website and webstore. Find a local magazine; a national directory of healthy, green businesses, resources and services, complete with directions; updated national monthly magazine content; archives of hundreds of previously published articles that are searchable by key words; and an archive of articles in Spanish. “These upgrades and expanded accessibility will empower people to enjoy healthier, happier and longer lives wherever they are more easily than ever before,” notes Natural Awakenings founder Sharon Bruckman. “Offering free access to Natural Awakenings’ powerful network of healthy living resources through this exclusive app is another way we can serve our users.” To download the free app, search for Natural Awakenings on Google Play or the Apple app store or visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com. 10
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With an aging population of farmers, it’s clear that agriculture needs to attract more young people, because half the farmers in the U.S. are 55 or older. But for much of the world’s youth, agriculture isn’t seen as being cool or attractive—only as backbreaking labor without an economic payoff and with little room for career advancement. However, with some effort, young farmers can explore contemporary career options in permaculture design, biodynamic farming, communication technologies, forecasting, marketing, logistics, quality assurance, urban agriculture projects, food preparation, environmental sciences and advanced technologies. “Increased access to education and new forms of agriculture-based enterprises means that young people can be a vital force for innovation in family farming, increasing incomes and well-being for both farmers and local communities,” says Mark Holderness, executive secretary of the Global Forum for Agricultural Research. The New Entry Sustainable Farming Project (nesfp.org), in Massachusetts, trains young farmers in how to run a small farm operation, from business planning to specialized advanced workshops in livestock and healthy food. Likewise, the Southeastern New England Young Farmer Network (YoungFarmerNetwork.org) hosts free social and educational events that bring together farmers of all ages and experience levels to network and collaborate. Source: FoodTank.com
Feeding the World UN Lauds Small-Scale, Sustainable Agriculture
A recent publication from the United Nations Commission on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), Trade and Environment Review 2013: Wake Up Before it is Too Late, includes contributions from more than 60 experts around the world. They are calling for transformative changes in food, agriculture and trade systems to increase diversity on farms, reduce use of fertilizer and other inputs, support small-scale farmers and create strong local food systems. The report includes in-depth sections on the shift toward more sustainable, resilient agriculture; livestock
production and climate change; the importance of research and extension; plus the roles of both land use and reform of global trade rules. The report’s findings contrast starkly to the accelerated push for new free trade agreements, including the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the U.S./EU Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP), which will strengthen the hold of multinational corporate and financial firms on the global economy. Neither global climate talks nor other global food security forums reflect the urgency expressed in the UNCTAD report to transform agriculture. Source: Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (iatp.org)
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Aging is Inevitable . . . Aging Gracefully is a Choice Who wants to live a long life if that means being frail and feeble? Your plan was to work hard, build a big pension so you could be comfortable and age gracefully. You took care of the finances but neglected your health issues over the years. Now you’re older and wonder if you have enough saved to pay for your nursing home care. Your future does not have to be a gradual decline in consciousness and function. You can live a life of vitality and enjoy your senior years. Dr. Jon Ho explains the principles of holistic healing integrated with the ancient healing arts of Reiki, Medical Qigong and contemporary energy healing to create the quantum healing experience. This educational seminar addresses the primary Jon K. Ho, DC
factors that affect aging and well-being. Anyone who plans to live long and grow old gracefully will benefit from holistic principles of well-being. Avoid becoming another victim to the debilitating effects of old age. You are invited to Dr. Jon Ho’s free public workshops.
Seminar Dates and Times When: Tuesday March 17, 2015 10:30 - 11:30am; or Wednesday March 25, 2015 10:30 - 11:30am Where: Aina Haina Public Library 5246 Kalanianaole Hwy In the same Shopping Center as First Hawaiian Bank & Foodland
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ence, she explains that in locations and situations in which surgery is impractical, “We’ve had great results using calcium chloride in ethyl alcohol, done under sedation. A slow infusion into the pet’s testicles causes them to atrophy. It’s less invasive, with a lower chance of infection and less pain, and reduces testosterone. For feral cat populations where traps haven’t worked, megestrol acetate, derived from progesterone, added to food acts as birth control to slow or stop colony growth.” Treatment of laboratory animals has also improved. “There have been three significant changes since 1984,” says Cathy Liss, president of the nonprofit Animal Welfare Institute, in Washington, D.C., founded in 1951 (awionline.org). “General housing conditions
MISSION: ANIMAL RESCUE Big and Small, They Need Our Help by Sandra Murphy
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very creature in the animal kingdom has an essential purpose, yet through human interference, animal life overall has become so imbalanced as to signal a tipping point for Earth. Extreme care for the rapidly growing population of a relative handful of pet breeds stands in stark contrast to trending extinction of dozens of other species. Fortunately, in addition to the efforts of dedicated volunteers, conservationists and supportive lawmakers, every one of us can make a real difference.
Home Pet Rescues
Zack Skow started by volunteering with a nearby dog rescue organization. He became director, and then in 2009 founded his own nonprofit, Marley’s Mutts (MarleysMutts.org), in Tehachapi, California, pulling many kinds of dogs out of Los Angeles shelters. “A lot of rescues are breed-specific; I think mutts deserve an equal chance,” says Skow, now the executive director. “Small dogs get adopted 12
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are better, the number of governmentowned chimpanzees has decreased and laboratories no longer obtain dogs and cats from random sources, so no stolen pets end up in labs.” She reports that animals now are subject to only one experiment, retired for adoption instead of being euthanized, and furnished with natural living conditions on-site—vertical space, an enriched environment with mental and physical stimulation, interaction with other animals and appropriate food and bedding. “Most lab animals are rats and mice,” says Liss. “Any animal has the capacity to suffer. It’s up to us to treat them humanely.”
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“Animals become ambassadors,” says Gene Baur, president and co-founder of Farm Sanctuary’s three locations in New York’s Finger Lakes region, Los Angeles and
The 1966 Animal Welfare Act improved the lives of many commercial animals, but more laws are needed. See SustainableTable.org/ 274/animal-welfare. northern California (FarmSanctuary.org) and author of Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and Minds About Animals and Food. “People are distanced from food sources. Once you learn that sheep love to be petted and pigs like belly rubs, you know an animal as an individual. The best way to help is to share information, farm animal videos and plant-based recipes, so people can see that going meatless is about far more than just eating produce.” Musician Sir Paul McCartney, author of The Meat Free Monday Cookbook, took the message to schools in 2012. Now students around the world participate in meat-free lunch programs. The adult initiative of going meatless for one or more days extends
What You Can Do 4 Volunteer to walk a dog, foster a cat, make phone calls or help with shelter paperwork. 4 Spay/neuter pets and consider adopting before shopping at a pet store. 4 Donate to support rehabilitation of an abused animal. 4 Pick up litter, especially harmful in and near waterways. 4 Be a conscious consumer and don’t let factory farm prices influence decisions. 4 Tell companies what is accept able or not via purchases, emails and phone calls. 4 Lobby politicians to support worthy animal causes. to 35 countries on six continents. Pigs, cows, horses, peacocks and an alpaca live in harmony at local nonprofit Cracker Box Palace Farm Animal
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Haven, in Alton, New York (CrackerBoxPalace. org), which spurs recovery from illness, neglect or abuse. “People get animals without doing research on their care or habits. That’s how we got the peacocks—they have a bloodcurdling scream,” says Farm Manager Cheri Roloson, who rents out their goats as nature’s landscapers to clear brush. Mistreated animals also provide therapy for returning military veterans and abused children at Ranch Hand Rescue, in Argyle, Texas (RanchHand Rescue.org). Kids find it easier to talk about their experiences with an animal that has also endured cruel treatment, like Spirit, a horse that received precedent-setting surgery to repair a leg that had improperly healed after being broken by a baseball bat. Conscious chicken farms, too, are making an impact. “Chickens can be well-treated and have a healthy, decent life,” says Jason Urena, marketing manager with NestFresh, which oper-
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ates 20 small farms and five processing plants, concentrated in Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin and Texas to reduce its carbon footprint (NestFresh.com). Starting with cage-free hens, the Denver company grew based on nationwide customer requests for certified cage-free, free-range, organic, pasture-raised and non-GMO (genetically modified) eggs. “We’re the first in the country to offer certified non-GMO eggs,” attests Urena. He explains that in the process for certification, feed is inspected at every step, from planting seed (usually corn or soy) to storage in silos and mill grinding, to allow traceability for potential problems and avoid cross-contamination. Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLouis FreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.
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arina Cooper, At five weeks old, equine director Lenny rises early in of Heart Horses, the morning to accomdoesn’t go looking for new pany Cooper and her animals to add to her medog, Maggie, on chores nagerie, but she always ofaround Sunset Ranch. fers to help those in need. Lenny eats vegetables, That’s what happened fruits and pig chow and when she was contacted follows Cooper around, about two abandoned spending evenings Carina Cooper newborn piglets found nestled at her feet. when they were just days old. A large variety of animals call the A former zookeeper, Cooper Heart Horse ranch home. In addiknew that the newborns, which she tion to horses, there are four neutered named Lenny and Howard, needed cats in various tamed stages; Teddy, a feeding by syringe every two hours. mini-horse/Shetland pony mix; Lilikoi, According to Cooper, wild pigs are the goat; a regal peacock; chickens; a generally not considered worthy of 1-year-old tortoise; and Sheldon, the rescue. However, with her knowledge Muscovy duck and his domesticated and zoological background, Cooper duck pals, Piper and Polly. believed she could incorporate at least one of the pigs into her animal-assistHeart Horses is located at 59-777 ed therapy programs for individuals Pupukea Rd., in Haleiwa. For more and groups. These programs can be information, call 808-388-4974, email tailored to clients of any age and adCarina@HeartHorses.com or visit dress specific interests ranging from HeartHorses.org. See ad, page 27. simple animal contact to learning specifics about animal care and feeding. Karen Charron is a frequent contribuCooper decided to keep Lenny and tor to Natural Awakenings magazine place Howard with a local family. and a freelance writer living in Oahu.
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ach year, more dogs, cats and other pets end up in shelters as lost, stray or owner-surrendered than leave them for a new home. What can be done to reverse this trend?
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Immediate steps: Have a vet implant a tiny RFID (radio frequency identification) microchip. It’s safe, affordable and helps reunite the owner with a lost pet. Spay/neuter pets to avoid unwanted litters. Spread the word: Only about 30 percent of household pets come from shelters or rescues, according to the ASPCA. To help, suggest that shelters post photos in the lobby, supported by a note about each animal’s good points and special needs to entice potential adopters. Also share YouTube videos that celebrate adoption and advocate controlling the pet population (see Tinyurl.com/SpayNeuterStreetMusic1 and Tinyurl.com/SpayNeuterStreetMusic2). Volunteer: The Motley Zoo, in Redmond, Washington, provides medical care and behavioral training for ill,
injured, neglected, abused and unwanted animals mainly from overflowing shelters. About half of its 150 volunteers foster pets; others plan educational events or handle administrative tasks. “Each person has a specialty,” says Jamie Thomas, executive director. “We match fosters and animals to get the best results.” No kill shelters are becoming more common, even though they require uncommon commitment. As part of implementing effective procedures and infrastructure, shelter leadership works to secure the support and involvement of the community. By joining together to implement lifesaving programs and treat each life as precious, a shelter can transform a community. Find a no kill shelter primer at Tinyurl. com/NoKillReform.
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Illegal wildlife trading and loss of habitat are huge and escalating problems wild animals face every day. Small repopulation success stories exist, but progress is slow. Here are some of the most urgent and dramatic perils topping
the lengthy endangered species list. Elephants are hunted for their ivory tusks. “China is the largest consumer of ivory, but the United States is second,” says Jeff Flocken, J.D., North American regional director with the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), headquartered in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts (ifaw.org). “Every year, 35,000 elephants are killed; an average of one every 15 minutes.” Northern white rhinos once freely roamed East and Central Africa south of the Sahara. Until 1960, there were more than 2,000; today, only five exist—one in the San Diego Zoo’s Safari Park, one in a Czech Republic zoo and three at a wildlife conservancy in Kenya. Imported as pets or show attractions, “There are between 10,000 and 20,000 big cats in private hands in America at facilities/businesses not accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums,” says Carson Barylak, with IFAW’s Washington, D.C., office. “There are more tigers in private possession in the U.S. than in the wild.”
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Pangolins eat ants and termites. Hunted for meat and their scales (used in Asian medicines), they are one of the world’s most endangered mammals (see Tinyurl.com/SavePangolins). Thirty years ago, the world population of lowland gorillas numbered 240. Thanks to the Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project, in Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the population has grown to an estimated 880 (GorillaDoctors. org is supported by SaveAGorilla.org). Led by Ruth Keesling, the project has shown the inestimable value of the species. “Once you’ve looked into the eyes of a gorilla, you’re forever changed,” says her son Frank, in Denver, Colorado.
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Make saving animals a priority. Contact legislators. Be a law-abiding consumer—don’t buy ivory or other endangered-animal products. Support conservancy groups. Share information. Donate time and money. “IFAW is working to advance legislation to prohibit private ownership of big cats in the U.S. The bill received bipartisan support and we hope to see it become law,” says Barylak. “We’ve asked the U.S. Department of Agriculture to ban direct contact with big cats. It’s harmful to the animals and the people that handle them.” Annual running events with participants donning gorilla costumes raise funds and awareness. Following the Austin, Texas, event in January, runs will be held in Cincinnati, Ohio, on March 29 and in Denver, Colorado, on November 1. “Another way to help gorillas is to recycle cell phone and computer batteries. Coltan [tantalite] is used to make batteries—13 percent of the world’s supply of coltan is in the park area of the Congo,” says Frank Keesling. Barriers to improving the lives of animals can be overcome and banished when we believe it’s possible and everyone helps. The animals are counting on us. Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com. 16
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Dogs Can Feel What We’re Feeling by Randy Hampton
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ecent studies show that dogs may be more subconsciously linked to their owners than previously believed. Much of this research hypothesizes that dogs have been selectively bred for generations to be more in tune with human emotions. A 2014 study from the University of Otago, in New Zealand, found that dogs have an empathetic reaction physiologically similar to that of adult humans: the cortisol levels in both increased significantly when they heard the sound of a human infant crying, but not when they heard other sounds, such as an infant babbling. In addition, dogs showed a unique behavioral response to crying that combines submissiveness with alertness. The researchers considered this evidence of cross-species empathy. The results also reinforce the findings of a 2012 study by research psychologists at Goldsmiths, University of London, that a majority of dogs will act in ways to comfort a person that is crying. Study co-author Deborah Custance says the phenomenon may be linked to the long history between dogs and humans. “We have domesticated dogs over a long period of time,” she comments. “We have selectively bred them to act as our companions.” The empathy theory is also sup-
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ported by research from Tokyo, Japan, published in PLOS ONE in 2013, which discovered that dogs share contagious yawns with their owners significantly more often than they do with yawning strangers, demonstrating a correlation between the yawning and emotional proximity, a trait found among humans and a few species of primates. Because the contagious yawns among dogs were not associated with an increase in heart rate, the yawns were determined to be the result of empathy rather than distress, the mechanism researchers previously suspected. Seeing the opportunity to create new products based on such findings, several hypnotists have developed audio and video hypnosis programs for dogs that promise to aid in dog training and calming. Regardless of how intelligent we consider animals to be, there is little doubt that dogs and humans share a unique subconscious bond. Additional studies are underway to determine if that subconscious bond contributes to the finding that dog owners generally live longer and have better heart health than non-pet owners. Randy Hampton is a clinical hypnotherapist at Hawaii Hypnosis Center, 765 Amana St., in Honolulu. See ad on page 14.
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e’ve heard them time and time again: fitness tips that guarantee we’ll meet our goals if we follow them. The truth is that some can hurt more than help. Here are seven fitness myths that are best to ignore. No pain, no gain. It’s true that what we put into our workout has a direct impact on results. However, this doesn’t mean workouts should be painful. If something hurts during exercise, try a different move instead that targets the same muscle group to see if the feeling persists; adjust the form in case improper execution is the culprit or give it a rest and return when ready. Muscle soreness can be expected after a tough workout and can persist for a day or two afterward. Try not to confuse soreness or the discomfort felt from fatigued muscles during a
workout with pain. In the presence of an injury, it’s often best to modify activities that contribute to the pain or refrain from workouts pending expert medical advice. “Working through the pain” might actually make things worse in the long run. Never exercise a sore muscle. Muscle soreness is a sign that the muscles are changing. It’s okay to feel sore for a day or two after a workout. If it appears that the body’s stability or ability to maintain proper form will be affected by the soreness, then wait another day. However, if soreness isn’t severe, working out may actually help to relieve it by warming the muscles and stimulating blood flow. A few good activity choices for sore muscles after lifting heavy weights the day before include light cardio, stretching, yoga and light resistance training.
Lifting weights makes women look bulky. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Building big, bulky muscles requires testosterone—and lots of it. Men typically have 20 to 30 times more testosterone than women. For women, strength training is wellknown to be key in toning and sculpting muscles, maintaining healthy joints and bones, boosting metabolism and even improving mood and confidence. Don’t be afraid to pick up heavier weights. To lose a belly, crunch the abs. Yes, abdominal exercises strengthen the core muscles. However, if we carry a layer of fat on top of those muscles, the belly will remain. To lose a belly, continue regular ab work while focusing on cardio exercises, strength training moves for the whole body and eating properly. The best time to work out is in the morning. The best time to work out is whenever it fits into our schedule. The more exercise, the faster the results. Not true. When it comes to working out, an appropriate balance of hard work and rest is the best option. Overusing the body actually prevents muscles from growing, resulting in decreased strength, endurance and metabolism (i.e., caloric burn). Plus, becoming overly fatigued often leads to sloppy form, which may lead to injury. Listen to the body and rest at least one day a week or more if a break is needed. Reduce calorie intake to lose weight. The body needs enough fuel to function, especially if it is regularly working hard. Eating less is not always the answer to losing weight. If we’re not eating enough, the body may think it’s starving, which causes it to store fat instead of burning calories, so eating too infrequently or not enough can sabotage weight-loss efforts. Eating smaller, more frequent meals allows the body to metabolize calories more effectively. Leslie Perry Duffy is a FIRM workout program master instructor and entrepreneur in Columbia, SC, who contributes to Life.Gaiam.com from which this was adapted.
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students are matched with host families, to studies aboard ships where they engage in marine conservation activities. Whatever the activity, teens are sure to be challenged and inspired in ways they couldn’t have envisioned before venturing forth. The most unexpected part is often the expansive thrill of exploring a foreign culture. “On a normal day, after a delicious Indian breakfast, my host’s siblings and I would ride the bus to school. There, we learned Indian dance, art, cooking and many other aspects of the culture,” says 16-year-old Genna Alperin, who traveled to India with Greenheart Travel in 2014 (Greenheart Travel.org). “I learned how to communicate, share my lunch and be a good friend. When I returned, I wanted to be like the amazing people I had met.” The Chicago organization facilitates language camps, service trips and study abroad programs for high school students.
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Immersion can be both the fastest and most fun way to learn a language. Language study abroad programs steep students in foreign tongues in memorable settings that help accelerate learning, whether practicing Spanish in the coffee-growing highlands of Costa Rica or Mandarin in China’s bustling city of Beijing. Many programs place students with host families where they can practice the language informally and deepen their understanding of local idioms, complementing classroom lessons from native teachers. Homestays also offer students an insider’s view of the regional culture, from cuisine to family life. Students can elect to learn an entirely new language with no prior exposure or build on beginner-level proficiency. Some programs even enable high school students to earn college credits.
Explore Careers as an Intern Internships offer teens a chance to test potential career paths, gain resume-worthy work experience and strengthen college applications. While many internships target college students, an increasing number are open to high school students with companies, nonprofit organizations and government agencies nationwide and abroad. Fields can range from accounting, law and engineering to nonprofit work. AIESEC (aiesec.org), an international, student-run organization headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands, works with partners ranging from multinational companies to local nonprofits to offer opportunities in 126 countries for youths interested in interning abroad.
Serve Community, Discover Culture Whether headed to a destination in Africa, Asia or the Americas, community service trips help teens gain enlightened perspectives and become responsible global citizens. Students can volunteer to teach English, build wells, restore historic sites or rebuild homes destroyed by natural disasters. Most service trips also include fun outings and options for learning about the host culture, such as learn-
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IS CAFFEINE A Miracle Drug? Studies Link Coffee and Caffeine to Health Benefits by Marsha R. Sakamaki
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any of us drink coffee with our meals, especially breakfast, and it is well accepted that the caffeine provides a boost of energy. Caffeine is now being examined by scientists around the world for the other benefits. A summary of coffee’s benefits, published on WebMD. com by Registered Dietitian Kathleen Zelman, director of nutrition for WebMD, says that studies show a relationship between coffee consumption and reduced risks of developing Parkinson’s disease, Type 2 diabetes, liver and colon cancers, cirrhosis of the liver and gallstones. Coffee has also been linked to lower risks of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Research tends to support the notion that coffee drinkers are healthier than nondrinkers; however, a clear link between cause and effect has not been established. Many questions remain, including the reasons coffee seems to be a miracle drink. Is it the caffeine or antioxidants in coffee that are responsible for the beverage’s beneficial effects? Coffee is rich in antioxidants that may protect the body against free radicals, which damage cells and can lead to cancer, heart disease and other chronic diseases, and it is the number one source of antioxidant consumption among Americans, according to a 2005 study by researchers at the University of Scranton, in Pennsylvania. Yet, according to research reported in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the caffeine in coffee, rather than its nutrients, seems to be the important factor in lowering the risk of Parkinson’s disease. Other studies also show parallels between the effects of coffee and those of other sources of caffeine. In 2000, a study showed that men that do not drink coffee are two to three times as likely to get Parkinson’s disease as are men that do drink coffee. Caffeine consumption from
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tea, chocolate or cola was also associated with a strong effect, according to the study’s lead author, G. William Ross, M.D., of the Veterans Affairs Pacific Islands Health Care System, in Honolulu. “Caffeine might protect against Parkinson’s disease by counteracting free radicals thought to damage nerve cells or by blocking specific nerve endings called adenosine receptors,” he comments. A 2009 study that followed 1,400 people in Finland and Sweden for about 20 years explored coffee’s effect on another set of neurodegenerative diseases, AD and dementia. When compared with occasional coffee drinkers or nondrinkers, the subjects that drank three to five cups of coffee daily were 65 percent less likely to develop the conditions. Also in 2009, two significant papers co-authored by Chuanhai Cao, a neuroscientist at the University of South Florida, found that giving the caffeine equivalent of five cups of coffee a day to aged mice with symptoms of AD resulted in the reversal of memory impairment and the level of AD-related protein in their brains and blood. While the researchers credit caffeine as the main factor, they think it acts in conjunction with another unidentified component in coffee that boosts blood levels of a growth factor that seems to slow the AD process. Researchers are now looking at caffeine’s ability to enhance overall cognition and memory. A Johns Hopkins University study recently published in Nature Neuroscience suggests that caffeine enhances the brain’s memory programming, storage and processing so that information can be remembered for a longer period of time with more accuracy. Another brain-related benefit was the discovery that coffee may lower both incidence and intensity of depression. Published in the Archives of Internal Medicine in 2011, the Harvard School of Public Health study used data gathered between 1980 and 2004 on more than 50,000
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or seasonal eaters, farm market shoppers and members of community supported agriculture, vegetable greens have become a normal part of everyday diets. Recognized as the most nutrient-rich group of veggies, they deliver multiple benefits. Greens are a top source of vitamin K, essential to bone health, and are abundant in vitamins A, B (especially folic acid) and C. They deliver considerable antioxidants and chlorophyll, widely known to protect against cancer, and are anti-inflammatory, according to Dr. Joel Fuhrman, a family physician in Flemington, New Jersey, who specializes in nutritional medicine. Fuhrman notes, “The majority of calories in green vegetables, including leafy greens, come from protein, and this plant protein is packaged with beneficial phytochemicals. They’re rich in folate and calcium, and contain small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids.” Hardy greens, like kale, chard and collards, are good sources of accessible calcium. Only about 30 percent of calcium from dairy products is absorbed, but according to Registered Dietitian Ginny Messina, “For certain leafy green vegetables, rates are considerably higher. We absorb between 50 and 60 percent
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of the calcium in cruciferous leafy green vegetables like kale and turnip greens.” Tasty and versatile, greens can add interest and value to every meal. Here’s how. Smoothies and juices. Spinach tastes so mild in smoothies and juices that we barely know it’s there. Kale and collards add a mild greens flavor. A big handful or two of spinach or one or two good-size kale or collard leaves per serving is about right. Greens blend well with bananas, apples, berries and pears. A highspeed blender is needed to break down kale and collards; a regular blender is sufficient for spinach. An online search for “green smoothies” will turn up many recipes. Use “massaged” raw kale in salads. Rinse and spin-dry curly kale leaves stripped from their stems, and then chop into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the stems to add to another salad or lightly cooked vegetable dishes or simply discard. Place the cut kale in a serving bowl. Rub a little olive oil onto both palms and massage the kale for 45 to 60 seconds; it’ll soften up and turn bright green. Add other desired veggies and fruits and dress the mixture. A favorite recipe entails tossing massaged kale with dried cranberries, NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com
toasted or raw cashew pieces, vegan mayonnaise and a little lemon juice. Massaged kale also goes well with avocados, apples, pears, Napa or red cabbage, carrots, pumpkin seeds and walnuts. It can alternatively be dressed in ordinary vinaigrette, sesame-ginger or tahini dressing. Add hardy greens to stir-fries. The best stir-fry greens are lacinato kale, collards or chard. Rinse and dry the leaves, and then strip them from the stems. Stack a few leaves and roll them up snugly from the narrow end. Slice thinly to make long, thin ribbons and then cut them once or twice across to shorten; adding thinly sliced stems is optional. Add the strips to the stir-fry toward the end of cooking. They blend well with broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, celery, bok choy, asparagus and green beans. Soy sauce, tamari and ginger add flavor. Use leafy spring greens in salads. Look beyond lettuce to create invigorating warm-weather salads. Use lots of peppery watercress (a nutritional superstar), baby bok choy, tender dandelion greens, tatsoi and mizuna (Japanese greens are increasingly available from farm markets). Combine with baby greens and sprouts, plus favorite salad veggies and fruits for a clean-tasting and cleansing repast. Learn to love bitter greens. Add variety to the meal repertoire with escarole, broccoli rabe and mustard greens. These mellow considerably with gentle braising or incorporation into soups and stews. Heat a little olive oil in a large, deep skillet or stir-fry pan; sauté chopped garlic and/or shallots to taste. Add washed and chopped greens, stir quickly to coat with the oil, and then add about a quarter cup of water or vegetable stock. Cover and cook until tender and wilted, about five minutes. Traditional additions include raisins and toasted pine nuts, salt and pepper and a little apple cider vinegar. Nava Atlas is the author of the recent book, Plant Power: Transform Your Kitchen, Plate, and Life with More Than 150 Fresh and Flavorful Vegan Recipes, from which this was adapted. Visit VegKitchen.com.
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ealth foodies can step it up a bit by discovering how to make delicious raw kale salads—sometimes referred to as massaged kale salads. Literally massaging this hardy green with olive oil, salad dressing or mashed avocado softens it for easier chewing, brightens the color and improves its flavor. A favorite kind of kale for salads is curly green kale. Lacinato kale works well, too, as long as it isn’t too large and tough prior to massaging. Even when kale isn’t the main leafy green in a salad, adding a few prepared leaves can up the nutrient value of any kind of green, grain or pasta salad. For each of the following recipes, start with a medium bunch of kale (about eight ounces), or more or less to taste. Finish each salad with sea salt and freshly ground pepper, if preferred.
Southwestern-Flavored Kale Salad
To the massaged kale, add two or three medium-sized fresh ripe tomatoes, a peeled and diced avocado, one to two cups cooked or raw fresh corn kernels, some red bell pepper strips and optional chopped green or black olives. Flavor with freshly squeezed or bottled lime juice, a little olive oil and some chopped cilantro. To up the protein for a main dish, add some cooked or canned, drained and rinsed, black or pinto beans and then sprinkle pumpkin seeds over the top.
Mediterranean Kale Salad
To the massaged kale, add two or three medium-sized chopped fresh ripe tomatoes, strips of sun-dried tomato, plenty of bell pepper strips and chopped or whole cured black olives. For protein, add a cup or two of cooked or canned, drained and rinsed, chickpeas. Top with thinly sliced fresh basil leaves.
Kale and Avocado Salad
Add a peeled and diced avocado, plus thinly sliced red cabbage to taste, sliced carrots, diced yellow squash, halved red and/or yellow fresh grape tomatoes and sunflower or pumpkin seeds. Optionally, add a little more olive oil in addition to that used for massaging and some freshly squeezed or bottled lemon or lime juice.
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Massage the kale with dark sesame oil instead of olive oil as an option. Add a medium-sized red bell pepper, cut into narrow slices, three stalks of bok choy with leaves, sliced (or one sliced baby bok choy) plus one or two thinly sliced scallions. Dress with a sesame-ginger dressing. Optional additions include some crushed toasted peanuts or cashews, steamed or boiled and chilled corn kernels and about four ounces of baked tofu, cut into narrow strips. All recipes courtesy of Nava Atlas, author of Plant Power: Transform Your Kitchen, Plate, and Life With More Than 150 Fresh and Flavorful Vegan Recipes; used with permission.
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Saving Hawaii’s Marine Wildlife for Generations to Come by Blake Lefkoe
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ere in Hawaii, we are surrounded by ocean. Inevitably, many of our activities take place in, on or around the water, which serves as our playground and a source of food and inspiration. Whether we dive, snorkel, surf, swim, fish, paddle, boat or simply sit on shore staring out at its beauty, the sea is an endless wonder. The Pacific Ocean is home to a wide variety of marine wildlife that most people will never have the opportunity to see. Sharks, rays, whales, turtles, dolphins, monk seals, octopi, eels, crabs and hundreds of types of fish inhabit her waters. Unfortunately, a number of these animals are considered threatened or endangered and are fighting for their very survival. As of July 31, 2014, the Hawaiian monk seal, green sea turtle, hawksbill sea turtle and humpback whale were still on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service list of endangered species. The good news is that numerous organizations are working to turn this tragic situation around. Many people endeavor to help these animals, either by making donations, doing research, educating others, conserving the marine habitat or simply spreading awareness. The Monk Seal Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to the preservation of the critically endangered Hawaiian monk seal. It is not uncom-
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mon for monk seals to come up on the beach to rest or pup. Well-trained and studied volunteers sit near the monk seals to make sure they are not harassed or harmed. In addition to physically protecting the animals, the volunteers try to actively engage and educate the public. Another organization, Malama na Honu, has a mission to protect the Hawaiian sea turtles through education, public awareness and conservation in the spirit of aloha. Every day of the year, the organization’s volunteers are on the beach protecting the turtles by keeping beachgoers a safe distance away and educating anyone interested in learning about the historic creatures. The volunteers contribute to research on the turtles by monitoring their daily behavior. The Nature Conservancy is an organization that works around the globe to conserve and protect the world’s animal and plant life. Their motto is
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“Protecting nature. Preserving life,” and the Hawaii chapter does just that. Over the past 35 years, the organization has helped protect more than 200,000 acres throughout the Hawaiian Islands by establishing a statewide system of Conservancy preserves, helping create new wildlife refuges and expand national parks, leading efforts to stem the tide of invasive species entering the state and forging partnerships to protect our most important watershed forests and coral reefs. ConservationConnections.org is an online resource and smartphone app started by the Hawaii Conservation Alliance to help people find opportunities to participate in conservation efforts throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Conservation Connections links to 98 different sites that feature opportunities to volunteer, intern, research or donate to nonprofits that provide stewardship of land, ocean and cultural sites in Hawaii. These are only a few of the organizations that are making a huge difference in the lives of the endangered species that populate the Hawaiian waters. In addition to acknowledging them, it is imperative to recognize the dedicated people that donate their time, money and efforts to the organizations. Although we spend a lot of our time in Hawaii’s waters, it is important to remember that we are merely visitors; for marine animals, the Pacific is home. To volunteer or for more information, visit MonkSealFoundation.org, Malamana Honu.org, Tinyurl.com/ conserve-hawaii and Conservation Connections.org. Blake Lefkoe runs Aloha Editing from her home on the North Shore.
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calendarofevents Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the events listed. However, it is recommended that the event be contacted prior to attending in case dates or times have changed. NOTE: All Calendar events must be received 40 days prior to the month of publication and adhere to our guidelines. Visit NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com, “Submit Calendar” tab, for details on submissions.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 Being Local in Hawaii – 5pm. Meet the Author. In honor of the Wahiawa Library’s 75th anniversary commemoration, Julia Estrella, author of Being Local in Hawaii, will speak. Wahiawa Public Library, 820 California Ave, Wahiawa. 808-6226345. BeingLocalInHawaii.com. See ad, page 23.
THURSDAY, MARCH 5 21st Annual PrimeTime Wellness Fair – 8:30am12:30pm. The Wellness Fair offers free health screenings, cooking and fitness demonstrations, and entertainment. Free. Neal S Blaisdell Exhibition Hall, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu. 808-768-5252.
FRIDAY, MARCH 6 Friendship Gala – 6-8:30pm. The Honolulu Festival fundraiser supports educational and
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cultural programs in Hawaii. Enjoy energetic cultural entertainment and entrees from many of Hawaii’s leading restaurants. $90/21+, $70/under 21, free/6 & under. Hawaii Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu. 808-539-3434. HonoluluFestival.com.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7 21st Annual Honolulu Festival 2015 – March 7-8, 9am-9pm. This festival celebrates the people and culture of the Pacific Rim and Hawaii. Dynamic dance performances, music and exhibits will be on display following the theme “Creating Cultural Friendships with Aloha.” Free. Hawaii Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu. 808-5393484. HonoluluFestival.com. University Laboratory School Pa’ina & Cultural Festival – 3-9pm. Enjoy food, entertainment, games and keiki activities in this celebration of Pacific Rim cultures. Homemade food items, crafts and plants will be available for purchase. Free. University Laboratory School, 1776 University Ave, Honolulu. 808-358-2385. UniversityLaboratorySchool.org.
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Conversations That Matter – 6:30pm. Julia Estrella, author of “Being Local in Hawaii: Talking Story with Julia of Wahiawa,” will be speaking from her book on the topic of “Reinventing Heath Care and Living to be 128 Years Old.” She is a volunteer at the MOA Health and Wellness Center, which is working to build an alternative to the traditional hospital system where people will check into a residential wellness center and heal themselves with music, art and exercise therapies, together with energy healing, tea ceremonies, laughter and service to the community. Q&A to follow. Free. Unity Church of Hawaii Chapel, 3608 Diamond Head Cir, Honolulu. 808-852-1892. BeingLocal InHawaii.com. See ad, page 23.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 Aging is Inevitable… Aging Gracefully is a Choice – 10:30-11:30am. Dr. Jon Ho explains the principles of holistic healing integrated with the ancient healing arts of Reiki, Medical Qigong and contemporary energy healing to create the quantum healing experience. This educational seminar addresses the primary factors that affect aging and well-being. Anyone who plans to live long and grow old gracefully will benefit ffrom holistic principles of well-being. Free. Aina Haina Public Library, 5246 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu. RSVP 808-734-8706. DrJonHo.com. See ad, page 11.
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The Energy Solution – 11am-noon. Join Halekulani’s resident Lifestyle Coach, Kamala Skipper, to learn how to eat well and establish healthy habits to energize life. This month’s session, The Energy Solution, will provide instruction on how to use food and lifestyle to naturally increase energy levels and feel more alive. Receive a $25 gift certificate for future spa services. $25. Halekulani, 2199 Kalia Rd, Honolulu. 808-931-5322. Halekulani.com/ living-well-lecture-series.
Kanikapila in Kailua – 4-5:30pm. Bring beach chairs and a plate of food to Kanikapila. Sean Na’auao will appear for this celebration of Hawaiian music and culture. Free. Harold K.L. Castle Foundation, second floor of the Kailua Parking Garage near Whole Foods Market, 629 Kailua Rd, Kailua. 808-543-3513. CMatsuki@Commpac.com.
Life and Happiness Talk – 2:30-3:30pm. Hear Happiness U founder, Alice Inoue, describe how it’s possible to change your life by changing your focus. Also, experience first-hand what Happiness U has to offer. Free. Happiness U, 560 N Nimitz Hwy, Ste 117A, Honolulu. 808-436-6444. Register at YourHappinessU.com.
dōTERRA Demonstration – 1pm. Hear about research published in The Atlantic magazine’s story “Are Essential Oils the New Antibiotics?” See a dōTerra demonstration and receive samples of dōTerra essential oils. Free. MOA Health and Wellness Center, 600 Queen St, Ste C-2, Honolulu. 808852-1892. ThatDoTerraGal.com. See ad, page 23.
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contemporary energy healing to create the quantum healing experience. This educational seminar addresses the primary factors that affect aging and well-being. Anyone who plans to live long and grow old gracefully will benefit ffrom holistic principles of well-being. Free. Aina Haina Public Library, 5246 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu. RSVP 808-734-8706. DrJonHo.com. See ad, page 11.
Life and Happiness Talk – 2:30-3:30pm. Hear Happiness U founder, Alice Inoue, describe how it’s possible to change your life by changing your focus. Also, experience first-hand what Happiness U has to offer. Free. Happiness U, 560 N Nimitz Hwy, Ste 117A, Honolulu. 808-436-6444. Register at YourHappinessU.com.
TUESDAY, MARCH 17 Aging is Inevitable… Aging Gracefully is a Choice – 10:30-11:30am. Dr. Jon Ho explains the principles of holistic healing integrated with the ancient healing arts of Reiki, Medical Qigong and
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plan ahead FRIDAY, APRIL 10 Reiki for Rookies – 6-9pm and Saturday, April 11, 9am-3pm. Learn the fundamental practice of healing. This is a 2-day, 9-hour program. A certificate will be awarded upon completion. Fee is $150 per student. JAIMS (Japan-American Institute of Management Science), 6600 Hawaii Kai Drive, Honolulu. Call 808-734-8706 to register. See ad, page 11.
ongoingevents sunday Kailua Town Farmers’ Market – 8:30am-noon. Over 40 vendors bring local fresh produce, fish, grass-fed beef, coffee, nuts, seasonal fruit, snacks, breads and more. Visit the open-air covered café and enjoy local snacks and treats. Free parking. 315 Kuulei Rd, Kailua. 808-388-9696. Aikido and Internal Power Conditioning – 9am-noon. The Aikido Sangenkai is a nonprofit volunteer Aikido group in Honolulu. All welcome. Training combines unarmed fighting techniques with internal power conditioning and traditional Japanese weapons in a system designed to further personal and societal development. Free. The Aikido Ohana, Ala Moana Beach Park (See website for locations). Honolulu. Chris Li; 808-221-8656. AikidoSangenkai.org. 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. Honolulu Zoo, 2760 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu. 808-372-9578. The Perfect Picnic at Sunset Ranch – 10am, noon, 2 & 4pm. Reserve a time to visit the ranch on Sundays and Tuesdays for a unique picnic experience. Couples are provided with exclusive access to Sunset Ranch to learn about the history of the property and land conservation. Enjoy an elegant, locally sourced picnic at one of six predesignated locations around the property. $49/ pp. Sunset Ranch, 59-777 Pupukea Rd, Haleiwa. 808-638-8333. Admin@SunsetRanchHawaii.com, SunsetRanchHawaii.com.
tuesday The Perfect Picnic at Sunset Ranch – 10am, noon, 2 & 4pm. Reserve a time to visit the ranch on Sundays and Tuesdays for a unique picnic experience. Couples are provided with exclusive access to Sunset Ranch to learn about the history of the property and land conservation. Enjoy an
elegant, locally sourced picnic at one of six predesignated locations around the property. $49/ pp. Sunset Ranch, 59-777 Pupukea Rd, Haleiwa. 808-638-8333. Admin@SunsetRanchHawaii.com, SunsetRanchHawaii.com. Vegetarian Cooking Class – 4:30-5:30pm. First and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Mama T in Kailua will show you how to prepare easy and delicious vegetarian meals. Down to Earth, 201 Hamakua Dr., Kailua. 808-262-3838. DownToEarth.org/events. Experience the Synchronicity Wave Room – 6-7:15pm. Attend a free seminar held every Tuesday. Relax in comfortable seats and experience the healing capabilities of the Synchronicity Wave Room. Many of the other services provided at The Wellness Center Hawaii 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 (a regular $350 cost). Please call to reserve your seat. The Wellness Center Hawaii, 1016 Kapahulu Ave., Suite 110, Kilohana Square, Honolulu. 808-732-5363. TheWellnessCenterHawaii.com. See ad, page 19.
wednesday Holistic Energy Yoga – 10:45am. Classes in Holistic Energy Yoga. Free. Waiau District Park, 98-1650 Kaahumanu St, Pearl City. 808-381-4376. Afternoon at the Aquarium – 3-4pm. Every Wed. Join the aquarium staff for critter encounters or marine science crafts designed for families. This interactive learning activity is hosted near the Monk Seal Deck. Free with admission to the Aquarium. Hosted by Becker Communications, Waikiki Aquarium, 2777 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu. 808-923-9741. Evensong Wednesdays – 5:30-6pm. Chants, hymns and music are the centerpiece of this contemplative, half-hour service. Join us and unwind at the end of the workday. Avoid the rush-hour traffic. Free parking. Entrances to the parking lot at both Beretania and Queen Emma streets. Free. Calabash offering accepted. The Cathedral of St. Andrew, corner of Beretania and Alekea, Honolulu. Karen Sender, 808524-2822. TheCathedralOf StAndrew.org. Bring Health and Happiness to Your Life – 7-8:30pm. Learn a simple and effective healing practice that enables you to heal, boost energy,
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prevent illness and transform your life including relationships and finances. $5-$10. Kailua Shambhala Meditation Center, Aikahi Park Shopping Center, 25 Kaneohe Bay Drive, Ste 205, Kailua. 808-2476884. Kailua.Shambhala.org.
thursday Mākeke Kapolei, Farmers’ and Green Market – 3-6:30pm. Over 30 vendors featuring fresh local produce, fish, grass-fed beef, baked goods, snacks, crafts and jewelry and educational demonstrations. Kapolei High School in the school parking lot, 915007 Kapolei Parkway, Kapolei. 808-697-3599. Stress Relief Through Yoga – 5-6:30pm. Enjoy health and happiness through a unique blend of stretching, coordination, breathing and meditation exercises. $2. Kaneohe District Park, 45-660 Keaahala Rd, Kanaohe. 808-381-6380. Tasty Thursdays – 5-7pm. Sample the items from all departments and see why our products are so special. Whole Foods Kailua, 629 Kailua Rd, #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 over 40 of Hawaii’s favorite food trucks and street vendors, offering local delights from shrimp to tropical popsicles and all the favorite snacks in between. 555 South St, Kaka’ako, just west of Waikiki. 808-772-3020. EatTheStreetHawaii.com.
saturday Waikiki Specialty Farmers’ Market – 8am-2pm. Every Sat. A unique showcase unlike any other farmers’ market in Hawaii. Fresh local fruits, vegetables and seasonal produce; food items and one-of-a-kind “Made in Hawaii” items. Free. (Free parking on premises). Creations of Hawaii, President Thomas Jefferson Elementary Shool, 324 Kapahulu Ave, Waikiki. 808-735-4510. Bymela.vpweb.com.
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communityresourceguide To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide, visit NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com for guidelines and to submit entries. ACUPUNCTURE/ NATUROPATHIC ACTIVE HEALING
62-203 Loko’ea Pl, Haleiwa 808-218-4101 HaleiwaActiveHealing.com Jenna Murad, Licensed Acupuncturist, serves the North Shore and surrounding areas with natural choices for health and well-being. Haleiwa Active Healing is for anyone who has pain, lack of vitality or a chronic degenerative disease.
ARTS SUNSHINE ART GALLERY
47-653 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe 808-239-2992 SunshineArts.net A delightful art gallery along Kamehameha Highway just outside Kaneohe. Laetitia is charming and will greet you with aloha when you come in the door. After a tour of the art at this shop, be sure to pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii.
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BRAIN DIAGNOSIS AND HEALING HAWAII PACIFIC DEEG
320 Ward Ave, Ste 101, Honolulu 808-294-3332 HawaiiHacificDEEG.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’a not only used for diagnosis, it is used for therapy as well. Dr. Russo has offices in Honolulu and Hilo. See ad, page 13.
CAFÉ SCOOP OF PARADISE
66-935 Kaukoanahua Rd, Ste 105 Waialua This quaint, little, country, cottage ice cream shop has sitting areas and the most unique children’s gifts. You will want to drop by for a visit, some ice cream and while you’re there you can pick up your copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii. Tell Patty a loha from us when you are there.
EDUCATION QUANTUM INSTITUTE INTERNATIONAL FOR HOLISTIC HEALTH 2636 Pamoa Rd 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 21.
EQUESTRIAN THERAPY H.E.A.R.T. HORSES
59-777 Pupukea Rd, Haliewa 808-388-4974 HeartHorses.org Our mission is to provide healing and growth to people, in partnership with horses, while upholding high professional and ethical standards. Our practitioners are certified by Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA) and/ or Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH International) to provide Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Equine Assisted Learning and Therapeutic Horseback Riding. See ad, page 27.
ESSENTIAL OILS DōTERRA ESSENTIAL OILS 808-852-1892 ThatdoTerraGal.com
You can address your pain, diabetes, ADHD, arthritis & migranes. Call Julia Estrella to obtain dōTerra Essential Oils. See ad, page 23.
DENTISTRY 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 ad, page 3.
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HOLISTIC HEALTH CENTER FOR HOLISTIC LIVING DR. JON HO, DC 4747 Kilauea Ave, Ste 115, Honolulu 808-734-8706 DrJonHo.com
The belief at the Center for Holistic Living is that health is the expression of nature’s design. People are born to live healthy, vibrant, productive and creative lives. This has enabled the center to witness the miraculous ability that the body has to repair and rejunenate itself. This holistic approach recognizes that the emotional, mental, spirtual and physical elements of each person comprise an integrated system. The center uses energy healing and clinical nutrition to restore balance, revitalize and integrate mind and body and restore wellness. See ad, page 11.
HALE LAMALAMA KA’ILI
(House of the Radiant Spirit of Health) 1335 Kalanianaole St, Hilo 808-339-7192 HiloHealthyHouse.com Hilo’s Healthy Bed and Breakfast Spa. Hale Lamalama Ka ‘ili (House of the Radiant Spirit of Health) is a bed and breakfasts spa founded by brain injury specialist Michael B Russo, M.D., and dedicated to sustaining and improving the physical and spiritual health of our guests. See ad, page 7.
HAPPINESS HAWAII
315 Uluniu St, Ste 104, Kailua 808-343-1215 HappinessHawaii.com PEMF - Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Field Therapy Synchronicity Wave SystemTM – Color and L i g h t T h e r a p y d ō Te r r a Essential Oil Aroma Therapy, Sound Healing by Steven Halpern. See ad, page 20.
NATURE’S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS, INC 50 S Beretania St, Ste C110, Honolulu 808-533-2011 NaturesSunshine.com
If you are anywhere near 50 S. Beretania Street, stop in and visit with Jean Galloway. She is a 32year cancer survivor whose wit and heart are pure. She provides an analysis of your health and recommends products that will improve your condition. Nature’s Sunshine Products offers a full range of Nature’s Sunshine products along with Purium, Fuji-Bio Infrared Mats, Richway Alkaline Water Filtration Units, HTE Chi Machines, dōTERRA Essential Oils, Life Vantage Protandim Supplement, Theodent Toothpaste and other products for your health and well-being.
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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, improve confidence, sales success and finances, enhance sports performance and improve overall health and well-being through eliminating bad habits, addictions, stress, fears, anxiety, phobia, etc. Call for a free phone consultation. Also available for group presentations and motivational seminars. See ad, page 14.
Great health food store in the heart of Haleiwa. Pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings here on the North Shore.
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59-720 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa 808-638-8081 Foodland in Haleiwa is a busy grocery store with lots of fresh produce meats and a nice fresh bakery and deli along with basic convenience items. Pick up a Natural Awakenings Hawaii magazine at the courtesy counter.
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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, the Okinawan Cultural Center and the Japanese Cultural Center Gift Shop as well as online at her website where you can also learn more about Julia. See ad, page 23.
32 Kainehe St, Kailua 808-262-5604 TheSourceNatural.com Damian & Karen share their 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.
UMEKE MARKET NATURAL FOODS & DELI
1001 Bishop St, Ste 110, Honolulu 808-522-7377 UmekeMarket.com
MASSAGE NORIKOHANA MASSAGE 44 Kainehe St, Kailua 808-262-0027 NoriKohana.com
Nori Kohana Massage Therapy is a full-service spa that specializes in massage in Kailua. Nori Kohana Massage Therapy is structured to be a relaxing place. You’ll find a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii in the lobby.
Pick up Natural Awakenings here, The Umeke Market. If you’re looking for a local alternative to get natural and organic vitamins and supplements that happens to be a cafe, you’ve come to the right place.
NATURAL PRODUCTS NATURAL ALOHA
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 calendar listing on page 27 and ad on page 19.
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Kaneohe 808-282-5617 Natural-Aloha.com
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All of the products are items that Dina Marie Kaniho created herself, out of necessity, so you know that they are natural and chemical free! All products are close to her heart and give her the chance to continue to help heal people! See ad, page 19.
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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 20.
PET SERVICES DOGS HEALING HUMANS
Monica Roberts, Counselor / Animal Advocate 808-782-2232 As Animal Advocates and Service Dog Owners, we provide assistance and guidance for people who have legitimate needs for Emotional Support Dogs and Service Dogs. We help people with special needs and disabilities to certify, register, train, board, provide safe shelter in emergency situations, select appropriate pet insurance policies and Vets/ Veterinary Clinics that offer comprehensive services for people with Assistance Animals. See ad, page 8.
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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 stengthen your bond with your pet. See ad, page 15.
VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS THE VITAMIN SHOPPE
555 Kapiolani Blvd, Bldg 1509, Honolulu 808-949-5424 VitaminShoppe.com/store/en/ vitamins_minerals/index.jsp There are four convenient, wellstocked locations of the Vitamin Shoppe on Oahu. Stop in and talk with them about what you’re looking for, they will be very helpful. While you’re there, pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii.
4480 Kapolei Pkwy, Unit 601, Kapolei 808-674-9629 VitaminShoppe.com
Check out the abundant stock and helpful staff at the Kapolei Vitamin Shoppe.
91-199 Kamehamameha Hwy, Aiea 808-487-6180 VitaminShoppe.com/store/en/ vitamins_minerals/index.jsp
Easy in and out of the parking lot at this Aiea Vitamin Shoppe location. The staff is helpful and you’ll find what you’re looking for. Pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings while you’re there.
46-047 Kamehamameha Hwy, Kaneohe 808-235-8705
Located across the street from Windward Mall, stop in and check out their merchandise and pick up a copy of Natural Awakenings Hawaii.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES HAWAIIAN HUMANE SOCIETY
2700 Waialae Ave, Honolulu 808-356-2200 HawaiianHumane.org/PetVisitation.html The Hawaiian Humane Society has a joyful mission full of challenges and opportunities. They are Oahu’s only openadmissions shelter open every day of the year and are not affiliated with any other island humane society or HSUS or ASPCA. They rely on donations and volunteers to help local animals.
MONK SEAL FOUNDATION
Reach Your Target Market Contact us for special one-time ad rates. 808-927-3435 NaturalAwakeningsHawaii.com
P.O. Box 10042, Lahaina 808-268-6758 MonkSealFoundation.org
The Monk Seal Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of the critically endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal. Our goal is clear: to preserve the monk seals for current and future generations to come.
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Call (858) 859-2993
at the Hilton Hawaiian Village
September 20th - 24th, 2015 Honolulu, HI
Educating • Connecting • Empowering Terry Shintani, MD, JD, MPH, KSJ is best known for his Whole-Person Health Programs and pioneering the internationally acclaimed Amazon Five-Star book “Eat More, Weigh Less Diet” and the world-famous healthy “Shintani Diet” programs. As a physician, attorney, nutritionist, author, lecturer, international radio show host and community advocate. Dr. Shintani is designated as a "Living Treasure of Hawaii". Leon Garcia, is a national “HealthGrades.com” Five-Star medical doctor specializing in the fields of very rare illnesses. Dr. Garcia is world renowned for being able to treat all ranges of diseases while balancing eastern and western medicine. Dr. Garcia will be sharing the lessons he’s learned caring for patients in his lifetime of medical service above self. Matthew Nagao is a critically acclaimed writer, director, producer and actor. Most recently, to Matthew’s credit, is the award winning 2014 motion picture “'IKE: Knowledge is everywhere” as well as his 2013 International Film Festival Favorite “OLA: Health is everything”. Fans stand in lines for hours and his showings are always sold out. Jeff Bow, MCLC, is an international best selling author of ”Stop Thinking, Start Believing”, Master Certified Life Coach and sell-out keynote speaker. Jeff has been researching organics and natural living for over 25 years. He believes that everyone has all the necessary resources within to live happy and vibrant lives. He affirms that anyone can fulfill their dreams and reach their highest potential. Four of the many keynote speakers, presenters & special guests.
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