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Contents 14 ORGANIC FARMERS: GROWING AMERICA’S HEALTH

Restoring the Nutritional Value of Crops

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INFLAMMATORY FOODS

Flavorful Ways to Lower Disease Risk

20 “PHYTING”

Inflammation with Nutrients

21 HORSES AND THEIR

ABILITY TO HEAL

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Summer Salads Available at the Hayden Wellness Bar

Reiki Courses Offered at A Spiritual Touch

Spiritual Touch healing center in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, announces that they will be hosting introductory and advanced reiki courses this summer. The first offerings include Holy Fire II Reiki I and II intensive trainings being held July 28 and 29 followed by a Holy Fire Master Reiki course from August 3 to 5. “Reiki is a Japanese technique for reducing stress and bringing relaxation to promote healing,” says Jennifer Brown, owner of A Spiritual Touch and lead instructor. “By laying hands on certain areas of the body we bring one’s ‘life force energy’ to a balance flow,” she explains. “Life force energy flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. If it’s low, we’re more likely to feel stress and get sick. If it’s high, it’s easier to find happiness and be healthy.” The classes offered are a combination of lecture, discussion, demonstration and practice time. For more information, call 208-691-8865 or visit Facebook.com/ HealingCenterOfLove. See Resource Guide listing, page 31.

Nia Mamma Mia Happy Hour Class

ia on Sherman in downtown Coeur d’Alene is offering a $5 Nia Mamma Mia! Happy Hour class on July 20 at 5:30 p.m. which is also the release date of the new Mamma Mia film. Participants will enjoy a Nia class with instructor Ann Brueggemann featuring Mamma Mia music, followed by a non-alcoholic umbrella drink and a ‘Nia is my Happy Hour’ T-shirt raffle. “Combining dance arts, martial Ann Brueggemann arts and healing arts, Nia is a holistic fitness workout encompassing the mind, body, spirit and emotions,” says Brueggemann, who has been practicing Nia for seven years and launched her own independent classes last spring. “For those who have never tried a Nia class, this is a great opportunity to see what it’s all about,” affirms Brueggemann, who notes that the practice continually fosters her personal growth in terms of both body awareness and interpersonal skills. “Nia releases my spirit when I dance and is a transformational and fun fitness practice for every body.” Location: Lokahi Studio, 1121 E. Sherman Ave., downtown Coeur d’Alene. For more information, call 208-704-3769. See ad, page 7. 6

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he Wellness Bar in Hayden, Idaho, is proud to launch their healthy, on-the-go summer salads. “We now have fresh grab-and-go salads available daily,” enthuses owner, Monica Lang Engebretsen. “It’s just one more opportunity for the community to eat healthy on the go. Our newest selections include a strawberry mint salad, the spicy chop salad, the green crunch salad, and the leafy Thai salad.” In addition to salads, the Wellness Bar specializes in freshpressed juices, super food smoothies, acai and pitaya bowls, a toast bar, muffins and protein bars, a wide variety of loose leaf teas and coffee drinks, and more. The Hayden Wellness Bar is located at 8110 N. Government Way in Hayden, Idaho. Additional locations include Coeur d’Alene and Post Falls. For more information, visit niWellnessBar.com. See ad, page 19.

Ethically Raised, Grass-Fed Meat Available

iver’s Edge Ranch in Chewelah, Washington, is offering naturally and ethically raised grass-fed lamb and goat at reduced rates for Natural Awakenings readers. As part of this special, readers can purchase lamb for $6.55 per pound and goat for $7.95 per pound hanging weight. “Our family takes pride in the products we produce; all meat is grown with the highest quality care, minerals and feeds,” says Jennifer Sather, co-owner of the ranch. “We pay attention to the details to provide you with beef, lamb and goat that is not only delicious, but nutritious. All meat is lovingly grown using natural processes and without any known GMO ingredients, hormones or antibiotics.” For more information, call 509-936-5035, email rivers_edge_ ranch@yahoo.com or visit Facebook.com/RiversEdgeRanch2246. See classified ad, page 27.

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Namaste Holistic Massage Therapy Opens in Coeur d’Alene

anet Single-Schwall is happy to announce the opening of her new business, Namaste Holistic Massage Therapy, which offers therapeutic massage combined with cupping therapy in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. “I opened in April, and I am happy to be offering both massage and cupping therapy,” says Single-Schwall, who is a licensed massage and cupping therapist. “Cupping therapy rapidly facilitates rigid soft tissue release, loosens and lifts connective tissue, breaks up and drains stagnation while increasing blood and lymph flow to skin and muscles in ways not possible using compression in regular massage. Another benefit of cupping is that it can feel really great when done properly for your constitution and current physiology and/or condition. The pulling action engages the parasympathetic nervous system, thus allowing a deep relaxation to move through the entire body. You will be surprised at what a difference cupping therapy combined with massage can make.” Grand opening specials and affordable massage prices available, including 60-minute deep tissue or Swedish massage for $40; 90-minute Swedish massage for $60; 75-minute hot stone massage for $65; and 30-minute foot reflexology for $25. Location: 1042 W. Mill Ave., Ste. 301, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. For more information, call 208-771-1179 or book online at Namaste HolisticMassageTherapy.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 30.

Downtown Grocery Outlet Fundraising Event for Dogs

owntown Spokane Grocery Outlet Bargain Market is hosting a Dogs for Dogs fundraising event on August 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at their location in Downtown Spokane. “We will be selling hotdogs and soda for one dollar,” says Sage Dunaway, co-owner of the Downtown Grocery Outlet, along with her husband, Jack. “All proceeds from the event will go to SCRAPS Animal Protection Service, which is a nonprofit we believe in and support.” The Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service (SCRAPS), offers the community a “wide-range of programs and services including animal protection, animal licensing, responsible pet owner information and resource information.” The nonprofit’s mission is to “save pets, protect people and build a strong community.” Learn more at SpokaneCounty.org/SCRAPS.

Clear Chiropractic Welcomes New Chiropractor

lear Chiropractic located on Spokane’s South Hill welcomes Judith Museminali, DC, to their team. Originally from Kigali, Rwanda, Museminali Dr. Museminali moved to the United States to pursue her higher education. She studied at D’Youville College in Buffalo, New York, and completed her Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Life Chiropractic College West in San Francisco, California. “I am passionate about upper cervical chiropractic care because of how much it has changed my life,” says Museminali. “My hope in the future is to take this knowledge and expertise back to Rwanda to change lives in my home country, but for now I am very happy to be practicing here in Spokane at Clear Chiropractic.” Clear Chiropractic is located at 503 E. 27th Ave., in Spokane. For more information, call 509-315-8166 or visit ClearChiroSpokane.com.

Promotional Biofeedback Session Offered in Spokane

ind-Body Wellness, now a part of Cor Counseling and Wellness located in the Rock Pointe Center in Spokane, is offering a $50 promotional biofeedback session for new clients. “This is a great opportunity for people to learn and experience the tremendous health benefits of quantum biofeedback firsthand,” says Jennifer Burrows, owner of Mind-Body Wellness and certified biofeedback technician. “The session is regularly $100, and comes with a full report and consultation, and is especially recommended for those looking to manage and reduce the stress in their lives.” Location: 316 W. Boone Ave., Ste. 656, Spokane. For more information or to schedule your session, call 509-242-0856 or visit Spokane Biofeedback.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 28.

Downtown Spokane Grocery Outlet is located at 1617 W. 3rd Ave., Spokane. For more information, call 509-624-4222 or visit Grocery Outlet.com/DowntownSpokane. See ad and coupon, page 16. July 2018

The Lotus Opens to Healers and Seekers

he Lotus, a holistic healing co-op, opens July 1 at 225 East Sprague Avenue in Downtown Spokane. “The purpose of The Lotus is to provide a win-win space where holistic healers and practitioners have a physical place to work from and seekers have a onestop place for healing,” says owner Sam Karorero. “It’s a space where we come together to raise the collective vibration through workshops, events and individual healing sessions.” Karorero says her goal was to create a healing space for light workers because they often deal with heavy issues. “It’s also where they can come and establish their business and clientele and then, when they’re ready to move on to a full-time practice, they can. It’s a no commitment, low-risk way for healers to hone their craft.” In addition, those looking for healing can come to The Lotus and be connected to healers for whatever they need. “This includes energy workers, counselors, yoga teachers, life coaches, reiki masters, mediums and more,” affirms Karorero. The Lotus’ large studio space is ideal for holding workshops, special events, meditation and group exercise classes including yoga, dance and Pilates. “Yoga and fitness classes must be run by registered businesses and are charged based on the number of students, and workshops or events will be charged by the hour,’ explains Karorero. The smaller room is well-suited for private consultations, reiki, energy work and massage therapy. “It’s a really cozy space that is perfect for part-time practitioners and those just starting out and will be charged by the half or full day.’ Karorero says she looks forward to the many amazing classes, workshops and healing sessions that will be offered at The Lotus. For more information or to schedule a tour, text or call 509-9919201 or visit TheLotusSpokane.com

Kids Week at Unity Spiritual Center

Final 2018 Courses at Healing with Horses Sanctuary

ealing with Horses Sanctuary, located just outside of Spokane, is offering two final programs for 2018. The first, Acoustics with the Healing Herd, is an advanced training for facilitators being held July 19 to 25, followed by A Circle of Healing: Sacred Circles with Horse from August 8 through12. “We integrate cutting edge neuroscience and empathy with these programs and the opportunity to engage the acoustic features of sound using the powerful listening intervention of the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP),” says Gloria Lybecker, instructor and specialist at the sanctuary. “This work opens the door to understanding how much information is coming in through our bodies. As this comprehension deepens, we realize that we can effectively partner with horses for conscious movement in the world. We begin to move differently as facilitators; with our horses and our clients.” During A Circle of Healing with Horse, which integrates the power and mystery of horse with sacred circles and neuroscience, each participant will have the opportunity to gain access to the body’s wisdom through sacred circles work. “This is a guided process whereby horses represent different parts of the participant’s family, or life experience,” explains Lybecker. “Through sacred circles we can uncover, unwind and unravel frozen strands of trauma from our essential self, so that we can flourish, live and contribute our gifts with ease.” Limited spaces available in both workshops. For more information, contact Gloria Lybecker at 509-876-1802 or visit HealingWith HorsesSanctuary.com. See ad, page 27.

Free Workshops to Lose Weight and Build Confidence

nity Spiritual Center in Spokane is hosting its annual Unity Kid’s Week August 6 to 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day. “Unity Kids Week is designed to be a fun and creative experience for kids ages 5 to 14,” says Reverend Jackie Green, Unity’s Youth Minister. “Our goal is to help kids actively supercharge their tools of affirmation, connection, cooperation and peace-making for their life journey.”

ames Barfoot of Intentional Hypnosis is offering a free Summer 2018 Intention Reset workshop on July 19 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. “For many people, this was going to be the year to shed those unwanted pounds, stop smoking, or break that undesired habit,” says Barfoot. “But oftentimes those intentions get forgotten or sidelined. It’s not too late to take action. During this workshop we will identify the blockages many of us face when setting intentions, and how to get back on track.”

Location: Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S. Bernard, Spokane. Cost: $30. For more information or to sign up, call 509-838-6518 or email jackienwyou@comcast.net.See Resource Guide listing, page 31.

Location: 915 W. 2nd Ave., Ste. 7, Spokane. For more information, call 509-230-5035 or register at IntentionalHypnosis.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 30.

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Warming Planet Will Worsen Sleep As Earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s climate becomes warmer, sleepless nights will increase for many, predicts a study from the University of California, San Diego. The research links sleep data on 765,000 Americans collected by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention with climate models that predict warming trends. Rising temperatures could cause six additional nights of poor sleep per 100 people by 2050 and 14 by 2099. Seniors, which have difficulty regulating body temperature, and low-income people without air conditioning, are likely to be the most affected.

Exercise Benefits Cancer Survivors Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity increases cognitive function and reduces fatigue in breast cancer survivors, concludes a University of Illinois at Urbana-Champagne study. The 299 participants that had undergone chemotherapy an average of eight years earlier wore an accelerometer for a week to measure their average daily minutes of exercise and completed a set of questionnaires and neuropsychological tests. The findings suggest that those regularly performing this level of exercise benefit through improved attention, memory and multitasking abilities. Also, in a recent Portuguese study of 15 women being treated for advanced breast cancer, eight women performed two, one-hour sessions a week of aerobic, strength-training and arm exercises. After 12 weeks, they experienced significantly less fatigue and pain, improved cardiovascular fitness, better emotional well-being and a greater ability to perform daily tasks, compared to the control group.

Pesticides Lower Birth Weights The danger of pesticide exposure for expectant mothers has been confirmed by a study of half a million people in the San Joaquin Valley of California, a heavypesticide region in which more than one-third of U.S. vegetables and two-thirds of our fruits and nuts are grown. Studying birth records, researchers from the University of California, Santa Barbara, found that the top 5 percent of women with the highest exposure had negative effects for all birth outcomes, including low birth weight, gestational length, preterm birth and birth abnormalities.

Eating Apples and Tomatoes Repairs Lungs Eating lots of fresh tomatoes and fruit, especially apples, helps heal damaged lungs of ex-smokers, reports Johns Hopkins University research published in the European Respiratory Journal. The study, which followed more than 650 people between 2002 and 2012, also found that those that ate more than two tomatoes or more than three portions of fresh fruit daily experienced markedly less of the natural decline of lung function that typically occurs after age 30.

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Dutch designers Eric Klarenbeek and Maartje Dros have been cultivating live algae and processing it into material that can be used for 3-D printing. This algae polymer can be turned into everyday items from shampoo bottles to bowls and trash bins. They hope it could replace petroleum-based plastics to help alleviate our unsustainable consumption of fossil fuels. They have also experimented with other biopolymers such as mycelium (fungi), potato starch and cocoa bean shells. The pair now operate a research and algae production lab at the Luma Foundation, in Arles, France. They point out that their creations do more than just replace plastic—algae can also suck up carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas driver of global climate change. They explain, “The algae grow by absorbing the carbon and producing a starch that can be used as a raw material for bioplastics or binding agents. The waste product is oxygen—clean air.”

Pooch Patrol

Smart Vest Could Increase Neighborhood Safety

Thailand is the home of a new “smart vest” that could turn stray dogs into personal guardians. Equipped with a hidden video camera, vest sensors transmit live streaming videos when the dog barks, showing what it sees via a smartphone app. Pakornkrit Khantaprap, on the creative team at Samsung, says, “It’ll make people feel that stray dogs can become night-watches for communities.” More tests are needed before the vest can be introduced into additional communities for trial runs.

Man-Made Meat

Laboratory Food to Hit Pet Food Market

As we race toward a future full of high-tech, lab-grown meats in place of the environmentally unsound animal protein industry, a new startup wants to extend this offering to our furry friends, too. Aiming to make the most sustainable, transparent and organic product possible, Rich Kelleman, owner of Bond Pet Foods, started growing it in a petri dish from animal cells, free of the environmental and ethical dilemmas caused by traditional animal farming. Lab-grown meat slashes land use by 99 percent, produces 90 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions and may be a more economically viable way to feed the growing global population. “Pet food has always been quick to follow human food trends,” says pet food industry consultant Ryan Yamka, who is working with the startup. “If you walked down the aisles this year at the trade shows, you already saw people talking about humanely raised and sustainable pet food.” 10

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Meat Menace

Animal Product Emissions Rival Oil

According to data from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, three of the world’s largest meat producers, JBS, Cargill and Tyson, emitted more greenhouse gas last year than all of France and nearly as much as the biggest oil companies, such as Exxon, British Petroleum and Shell. Carbon dioxide emissions from raising farmed animals make up about 15 percent of global human-induced emissions, with the biggest offenders being beef and milk production. The nonprofit environmental organization EcoWatch claims that a pound of beef requires 13 percent more fossil fuel and 15 times more water to produce than a pound of soy. It notes, “There is no such thing as sustainable meat, and plant-based alternatives to meat, dairy and eggs take a mere fraction of the resources to produce as their animal-based counterparts.” A vegan diet is not just good for the planet, either; it also spares animals misery at factory farms. “Pigs, cows, chickens and other farmed animals suffer horribly. These innocent animals face unthinkable horrors: cruel caged confinement, brutal mutilations and bloody, merciless deaths,” says Joe Loria, communications and content manager at the humanitarian group Mercy for Animals.

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In Vitro Corals Scientists Help Repropagate Vanishing Reefs

Warming seawater and increasing ocean acidity are damaging reef ecosystems around the world, and some scientists and environmentalists fear a worldwide collapse by 2050. Coral reefs are colonies of millions of tiny animals. In a single night, the corals join in casting a fog of sperm and eggs into the water to either fertilize and make baby coral larvae or settle back onto the reef, fostering growth. Dirk Petersen, Ph.D., founder and executive director of Sexual Coral Reproduction, in Hilliard, Ohio, gathers sperm and eggs from corals, fertilizes them in a lab and returns the baby corals to the wild. “A bunch of us coral reef managers were just so sick of just watching things die,” says Laurie Raymundo, a biologist at the University of Guam. This kind of in vitro fertilization provides at least a glimmer of hope for the future.

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Swim Amidst Stones and Plants

Those spending time in their traditional home swimming pool this summer or taking the plunge to install a natural pool have healthy and cost-saving options. Saltwater pools are far better for skin, hair and lungs. Their use of sodium chloride reduces possible side effects from long-term exposure to the chlorine in traditional pools. Natural swimming pools may employ alternative materials instead of concrete or fiberglass, plus aquatic plants, rather than harmful chemicals and completely mechanical filtering systems. They require no chemicals to maintain because they are self-cleaning, mini-ecosystems. According to Mother Earth News, the plants enrich the pool with oxygen, support beneficial bacteria that consume debris and potentially harmful organisms, and provide habitat for fish, frogs, dragonflies and other waterborne life. Some owners separate plants from main swimming areas; others integrate them, creating a pond-like aesthetic.

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Ecohome, a Canadian sustainable housing resources firm in Quebec, attests, “No further landscaping is required, as with a traditional pool, which can make the total finished cost of natural pools even more competitive. Moving water and the natural predators of mosquito larvae that will inhabit chlorine-free water will make natural swimming pools practically mosquito-free.” Whole Water Systems LLC, in Idaho, concurs that natural pools deploy “systems that have lower maintenance costs than conventional pools.” For a traditional pool, an oxidation system using a generator powered either by traditional electricity or ultraviolet light-capturing solar panels is a chemical-free way to keep water sanitized, reports Care2.com. For greater sustainability and cost savings for traditional pools, the UK’s Poolcare Leisure Limited suggests monitoring for leaks; using a cover overnight and during extended periods of inactivity to reduce water loss due to evaporation; and utilizing recycled glass in the water-filtering system to save 30 percent in energy costs. According to the Sierra Club, covers also prevent pools from becoming a death trap for pets and wildlife and keep pool water cleaner to reduce pumping needs.

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tuesday Cheney Farmers’ Market – 10am-3pm. Fresh local produce and more. 1011 First St, Cheney. Fairwood Farmers’ Market – thru Oct 13. 3-7pm. A vibrant North Spokane farmers’ market. 319 W Hastings, Spokane. FairwoodFarmersMarket.org.

wednesday Coeur d’Alene Wednesday Market – thru Sept. 4-7pm. Vegetables, flowers and native plants, meats, cheeses, bread, honey and jams. Sherman Ave and 5th St, Coeur d’Alene, ID. KootenaiFarmers Markets.org. Farmers’ Market at Sandpoint – thru Oct 13. 3-5:30pm. Supporting agriculture through education and a diverse community market. Farmin Park, The Fountain, Third Ave and Oak St, Sandpoint, ID. SandpointFarmersMarket.com. Kendall Yards Night Market – thru late Sept. 5-9pm. Kendall Yards Night Market brings friends and neighbors together in our unique location along the Spokane River gorge. Shop for local produce, check out our array of street food vendors, enjoy live music, share a meal with friends or just gather with your neighbors and enjoy the sights and sounds. Summit Parkway, east of Cedar St, Spokane. KendallNightMarket.org. Millwood Farmers’ Market – thru Sept 26. 3-7pm. Supported by community partners, come check out our family-friendly market. 8910 E Dalton Ave, Spokane. MillwoodPC.org.

Spokane Farmers’ Market – thru Oct. 8am-1pm. Fresh vegetables and fruits, baked goods, meat, eggs, cheese, honey, plants and more. 20 W 5th Ave, Spokane. SpokaneFarmersMarket.org.

thursday South Perry Thursday Market – thru Oct 25. 3-7pm. Fresh, healthy, locally grown food and locally crafted products in the South Perry neighborhood. 924 S Perry, Spokane. ThursdayMarket.org.

friday Emerson–Garfield Farmers’ Market – thru Sept 28. 3-7pm. Features more than 20 vendors, weekly events and activities; a great atmosphere with plenty of parking. Adult Education Center, 2310 N Monroe St, Spokane. 509-255-3072. EmersonGarfield.org.

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saturday Cheney Farmers’ Market – 10am-3pm. Fresh local produce and more. 1011 First St, Cheney. Farmers’ Market at Sandpoint – thru Oct 13. 9am-1pm. Supporting agriculture through education and a diverse community market. Farmin Park, The Fountain, Third Ave and Oak St, Sandpoint, ID. SandpointFarmersMarket.com. Hayden Saturday Market – thru Oct. 9am1:30pm. Vegetables, flowers and native plants, meats, cheeses, bread, honey and jams. SE corner Hwy 95 & Prairie, Hayden, ID. KootenaiFarmers Markets.org. Liberty Lake Farmers’ Market – thru Oct 13. 9am-1pm. The Liberty Lake Farmers’ Market averages 40 to 50 vendors each Saturday, and is full of wonderful produce, baked goods, eggs, meats, fish and specialty items from all around the Northwest. 1421 N Meadowood Ln, Liberty Lake. LibertyLake FarmersMarket.com. Spokane Farmers’ Market – thru Oct 31. 8am1pm. Shop fresh vegetables and fruits, as well as baked goods, meat, eggs, cheese, honey, plants and more. 20 W 5th Ave, Spokane. SpokaneFarmers Market.org.

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Restoring the Nutritional Value of Crops by Melinda Hemmelgarn

hen we think of scientists as men and women in lab coats peering into microscopes, what’s missing is farmers. Our society doesn’t tend to equate the two, yet farmers are active field scientists. How they choose to grow and produce food greatly impacts our shared environment of soil, water and air quality, as well as the nutritional content of food, and therefore, public health. The best field- and lab-based scientists share key traits: they’re curious, keen observers and systems thinkers that learn by trial and error. Both formulate and test hypotheses, collect data, take measurements, assess results and draw conclusions.

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results—then careful re-planning based on those results.” Dyer and her husband, Dick, started farming after long careers in traditional health care, where the focus was on treating people after they got sick. Through their farm work, they wanted to focus on prevention. “Growing healthy food in healthy soil, our goal was to create and nourish a healthy community from the ground up. Communicating the multiple benefits of healthy soils and ecosystems has been at the core of our vision and responsibility from day one,” she says. The Dyers believe that flavor is key to eating and enjoying truly nourishing foods, and based on their professional health backgrounds and farming experience, they connect healthy soil with higherquality, better-tasting food. In Havre, Montana, Doug Crabtree, and his wife, Anna, manage Vilicus Farms, featured in the book Lentil Underground: Renegade Farmers and the Future of Food in America, by Liz Carlisle. The Crabtrees

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grow organic heirloom and specialty grains, pulses and oilseed crops such as emmer, kamut, black beluga lentils and flax. Asked if he considers himself a scientist, Crabtree first defines the term as “a person who is studying or has expert knowledge of one or more of the natural or physical sciences.” Then he replies, “Given this definition, how could any farmer not be a scientist? An organic farmer is a lifelong student of nature, seeking to emulate her wisdom and processes as we refine our production systems. Organic production isn’t just growing food without toxic chemical inputs, it’s a system that requires conscientiously improving soil, water and associated resources while producing safe and healthy food for America’s growing population of informed consumers.”

Healthy Soil, Food and People

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new Vegetable Systems Trial, a long-term, side-by-side comparison of both biologically organic and chemically based conventional vegetable production. An organic farmer with a Ph.D. in molecular ecology from Drexel University, in Philadelphia, Smith studies how soil quality and crop-growing conditions influence the nutrient density and health-protecting properties of specific vegetables. “Over the past 70 years, there’s been a decline in the nutritional value of our foods,” reports Smith. “During this time, industrial agriculture, with its pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, increased yields and size of crops, but the tradeoff was a decline in nutrient content, known as the ‘dilution effect’.” In addition, Smith explains, greater levels of nitrogen fertilizer, typical of conventional production methods, may also increase a plant’s susceptibility to insects and disease. Smith’s research will give fellow farmers, healthcare providers and consumers a better understanding of how crop production practices influence soil

quality and therefore, food quality. For example, research of organic crops shows higher levels of vitamin C; higher-quality protein; plus more disease-fighting compounds called secondary plant metabolites such as lycopene, polyphenols and anthocyanin, the plant pigment responsible for the red, blue and purple colors in fruits and vegetables, as reported in a meta-analysis published in the British Journal of Nutrition. The Rodale Institute has formed partnerships with nutrition and medical researchers at Pennsylvania State University, in University Park. Of particular interest, for example, are extracts from purple potatoes that show promise in helping to kill colon cancer cells. Smith looks forward to identifying growing methods that boost levels of anthocyanin, as well as other health-protecting compounds in crops. The new Regenerative Health Institute, a global research and education center linking soil health to human health, will also be housed at the Rodale Institute.

It’s a collaboration between Rodale staff and the Plantrician Project, a nonprofit organization in New Canaan, Connecticut, that promotes whole food and plant-based nutrition, and helps healthcare providers embrace food as medicine as the foundation of their practices. Jeff Moyer, a renowned international authority in organic agriculture and executive director of the Rodale Institute, explains, “It’s not only what you eat that’s important, but how what you eat was produced. Ultimately, our personal health is linked to the health of the soil.” David Montgomery, a professor of geomorphology at the University of Washington, in Seattle, has visited farms worldwide, witnessing how farmers use regenerative farming practices to bring degraded soil back to life. He learned that grazing animals, cover-cropping and no-till farming free of synthetic chemical fertilizers and pesticides protects and enriches the soil microbiome, which contributes to the nutrient density of plants and human health.

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We Are What We and Our Animals Eat

Along with our well-being, livestock farming methods impact our environment, too. A growing body of research including a new study published in Food Science & Nutrition shows that meat and dairy products from animals raised mostly on grass or pasture—as nature intended—contain significantly higher levels of conjugated linoleic acid and omega-3 fatty acids compared to grain-fed animals. These naturally occurring fats help protect us from inflammation, heart disease and cancer. Important in brain, eye and nerve development, omega-3 fatty acids are especially critical for pregnant and breastfeeding women and their infants. Organic farmers, by law, must provide their ruminant animals with significant time on pasture and may not feed them genetically engineered feed or feed produced with synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. Further, they can’t use synthetic hormones or antibiotics to promote weight gain. In these ways, organic farmers help protect our food, water, and environment from contamination, and reduce the growing global threat of antibiotic resistance. Randolph Center, Vermont, dairy farmers Regina and Brent Beidler diligently study and question changes they witness in their immediate environment. They monitor what grows in their pasture, watch what their cows choose to eat and count the numbers and activities of insects, bees, worms, birds and wildlife. They understand that careful land and

animal stewardship is key to soil, plant, animal and human health.

Healing Communities

More hospitals nationwide are investing in farms and farmers’ markets to boost patient, employee and community health by increasing access to nutrient-dense, fresh, healthful food. One exceptional example is the new partnership between Virginia’s Allegheny Mountain Institute (AMI) and Augusta Health, an independent, community-owned nonprofit hospital in Augusta County, Virginia. The AMI Fellowship program prepares individuals to become farmers, teachers and ambassadors for healthpromoting food systems. “Both AMI and Augusta Health believe that access to excellent health care includes access to healthy food,” explains Sue Erhardt, the institute’s executive director. The AMI Farm at Augusta Health initiative will create an onsite production farm and a community venue for food, nutrition and gardening education. Their goal is to tackle three major local health issues: poor nutrition, low physical activity and overweight; diabetes; and mental health. A Food Farmacy program for those with or at risk for Type 2 diabetes will provide fresh produce prescriptions at an onsite farmstand, as well as cooking classes. Erhardt recalls her life-changing experience as a teen, hearing American labor leader Cesar Chavez speak about farm worker exposure to pesticides and related cancer clusters. She’s proud to say, “The farm project will exemplify sustainable practices for growing vegetables, including organic four-season crops and companion planting, while promoting soil health. “We believe this project will promote a better quality of life for staff, patients and community members.” That’s the power of farming when it’s dedicated to optimum health. Melinda Hemmelgarn is a registered dietitian, writer and Food Sleuth Radio host with KOPN.org, in Columbia, MO. Connect at FoodSleuth@gmail.com.

Quality Food Science Resources Allegheny Mountain Institute: AlleghenyMountainInstitute.org Beyond Pesticides Annual Forum presentations: BeyondPesticides.org Food Sleuth Radio current interviews with Andrew Smith and Sue Erhardt: prx.org/series/32432-food-sleuth-radio Food Sleuth Radio past interviews with Jim Riddle and David Montgomery: beta.prx.org/stories/214702; beta.prx.org/stories/220278 Grassmilk: Tinyurl.com/FattyAcidsCowsMilkStudy History of soil and human health: Tinyurl.com/WilliamAlbrechtPapers Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service: MosesOrganic.org; Tinyurl.com/HealthySeedTechniques Regenerative Health Institute: Tinyurl.com/RHIVideo Rodale Institute: RodaleInstitute.org “Sustaining Life: From Soil Microbiota to Gut Microbiome,” by David Montgomery: Tinyurl.com/HealthySoilSustainsLife U.S. Food Sovereignty Alliance: USFoodSovereigntyAlliance.org Vilicus Farms: VilicusFarms.com

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Anti-Inflammatory

Flavorful Ways to Lower Disease Risk by Judith Fertig

ny time our bodies sense an “invader”—a microbe, virus, plant pollen or unwelcome chemical— they go into high alert, producing white blood cells to fight it off. Once the danger has been thwarted, normal functioning returns. If we continue to expose ourselves to these threats, then the high-alert process, known as inflammation, becomes chronic. This disturbance of natural equilibrium can lead to cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer’s, arthritis, depression and pain. It can also mask or worsen autoimmune diseases. Eating foods with natural anti-inflammatory properties can help the body function better.

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may have anti-inflammatory effects,” says Dr. Frank Hu, also a Ph.D. and professor of nutrition and epidemiology in the department of nutrition at the Harvard School of Public Health, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. “A healthy diet is beneficial not only for reducing the risk of chronic diseases, but also for improving mood and overall quality of life.” Hu, Josh Axe, a chiropractor and doctor of natural medicine, in Nashville, Tennessee, and Dr. Andrew Weil, director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona, in Tucson, promote anti-inflammatory foods, backed by recent studies, on their websites. “Small, gradual changes are typically more sustainable and easier for the body to adapt to,” writes Axe. “So rather than emptying your pantry and sailing off to

the Mediterranean, you can pursue an anti-inflammatory diet one step at a time.” That’s what Andrea Adams Britt did. A professional wedding cake baker from Lee’s Summit, Missouri, Britt experienced bewildering symptoms, including digestion issues, depression, migraines, weight gain and skin irritation. In 2015, she eliminated flour and sugar from her diet, and then added more organic leafy green vegetables, coconut oil and wildcaught salmon. Her symptoms went away one at a time, and by last January, she had also lost 100 pounds. The solution for her was to create flavorful dishes that she enjoyed eating, so she did not feel deprived. Weil advises, “The best foods are those that offer disease-preventive benefits such as anti-inflammatory effects and delectable flavor. When I eat such foods, I feel as though I’ve hit a grand slam homerun—the sensory pleasure is heightened by the fact that each bite contributes to my overall well-being.” His take on an Anti-Inflammatory Food Pyramid at Tinyurl. com/Andrew-Weil-Food-Pyramid offers a broad sample of these foods in an easy, downloadable graphic. Reducing inflammation in her body has also led to better mental and emotional health for Britt. “I am a happier person,” Britt says. “I can control my emotions, focus my thoughts and am more at peace.”

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Green leafy vegetables such as Swiss chard contain natural anti-inflammatories such as vitamins K, D and C, says Axe.

Beets have a natural antioxidant, betalain, an anti-inflammatory compound that inhibits the activity of enzymes the body uses to trigger inflammation, advises Axe.

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Sea buckthorn berry juice (known as olivello juice) is one of the most concentrated natural sources of vitamin C, says Weil. Ginger is a potent anti-inflammatory food that also helps reduce intestinal gas and prevent nausea, advises Weil.

Green tea is best enjoyed hot with a little squeeze of lemon; it may reduce cholesterol levels, ultimately assisting in lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease, per Weil.

Virgin coconut oil has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, according to a study published in Pharmaceutical Biology. Britt eats a total of one-and-a-half tablespoons a day in hot drinks, salads or soups.

Tomatoes are an easy-to-use and a tasty anti-inflammatory food, says Axe. He notes, “They are a rich source of lycopene, betacarotene, folate, potassium, vitamin C, flavonoids and vitamin E.”

Bok choy has potent anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects, as well as a higher concentration of betacarotene and vitamin A, than any other variety of cabbage, according to Weil.

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Black cod, also known as butterfish or sablefish, has even more omega-3 fatty acids than salmon, notes Weil.

Walnuts, rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids, help protect against metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes, says Axe. Judith Fertig writes award-winning cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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“PHYTING”

Inflammation with Nutrients by Karmen Gregg

hroughout our lives, we’ve all been told to eat more fruits and vegetables. Whether it’s being drilled into us by well meaning friends, health professions or our mom, this significant but straightforward recommendation is often pushed aside and ignored—much to our own detriment. Their advice is right—if we want to live healthy lives, we need to eat an abundance of plants. These health-giving foods are made up of thousands of natural chemicals called phytochemicals or phytonutrients. Phytonutrients, commonly called antioxidants, have been shown to be extremely beneficial for health and the prevention of disease. Their primary mechanism of action is through their ability to

scavenge free radicals that create oxidative stress, inflammation and contribute to the pathology of disease. Every day, our bodies are continually producing free radicals or being exposed to substances that generate free radicals in our body that add to our level of oxidative stress and inflammation. We can control some of this exposure by drinking filtered

water, eating organic foods, limiting our exposure to toxins by cleaning up our personal care products, and removing processed foods from our diets. Even with these positive steps, we can still be deficient in the antioxidants needed to combat the levels of inflammation in our bodies. One of the easiest steps we can take to increase antioxidant levels is to boost our consumption of phytonutrients by eating an array of colorful plant foods. Plant colors can help us to visually identify the phytonutrients we’re consuming. When we intentionally decide to eat a variety of colors, our bodies become more nourished and we become more engaged and intuitive in our food choices. Just by increasing our consumption of vibrant and colorful fruits and vegetables we are taking a huge step forward in reducing inflammation and promoting health within our body. Karmen Gregg, M.S. is a nutritionist and owns Cultivate: Mind-Body Nutrition located in Lakeside Holistic Health in Coeur d’Alene and Liberty Lake. Learn more at LakesideHolisticHealth.com or CultivateMindBodyNutrition.com. See ad, page 17.

Eating the Rainbow to Reduce Inflammation Antioxidant Color Guide PHYTONUTRIENTS

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RED: Ellagic acid, quercetin, anthocyanidins, lycopene

Tomatoes, watermelon, cherries, raspberries, grapefruit, apples, strawberries

Helps to protect the cardiovascular and reproductive system

Orange/Yellow: Alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lutein/zeaxanthin

Carrots, pumpkin, yams, pineapple, bananas, oranges, peppers

Helps to protect the eyes, skin and immune function

Green: Indoles, sulforaphane, isoflavones, EGCG, lutein, zeaxanthin

Kale, spinach, collard greens, romaine lettuce, broccoli, Brussel sprouts

Helps protect the eyes, arteries and supports detoxification and hormonal balance

Blue/Purple: Resveratrol, phenolics, flavonoids

Beets, figs, grapes, blueberries, blackberries, eggplant

Helps protect the brain, cognition and support healthy aging

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Horses and Their Ability to Heal by Gloria Lybecker

he horse has evolved over millions of years as a prey animal. Their nervous systems are wired to react quickly to known or perceived threats. The physical structure of a horse’s brain, with its enlarged amygdala, closely resembles humans who have experienced trauma. This gives them the ability to engage easily with those who struggle with hyper-vigilance and reactivity, providing the “neuroception of safety” (safety felt by the subconscious) and intuitive understanding of who is trustworthy and who is not. It is often said that horses see with their ears. This is true in that their visual to mental focus can be observed by where they point their ears. Yet every movement of the horse is communication: a twitch of its ear, a swish of its tail, the snake-like movements it can make with its neck. Horses also have huge hearts, averaging about 9 to 11 pounds, although there are some, like the famous racehorse Secretariat, whose heart weighed 22 pounds. Human hearts, on the other hand, weigh between 9 to 10.5 ounces, yet science shows that our electromagnetic field has been measured to be between 8

to 10 feet around the body. Because of the horses’ heart size, their electromagnetic energy field is enormous. When in a horses’ presence, the human’s nervous system automatically syncs up with the horse’s. Learning to tune into the heartbeat and the breath, one moment can feel eternal. Horses unsurprisingly respond positively to humans who learn to balance their stress levels at equine-facilitated learning workshops—especially when the experience is combined with mindfulnessbased, body-centered practices. As a person learns to pay attention to their body’s wisdom, noticing sensations and emotions as they come and go, they can increase their body’s capacity for healing exponentially. In a preliminary study at the University of Pisa Department of Veterinary Sciences in Italy, scientists are investigating the mysteries of the horse-human

heart connection and have found horses and humans tend to couple their heart rate variability when the horse can move freely and choose whether to approach the human or not. According to the study as cited on TheHorse.com, “The opportunity to have choice is one of the new frontiers of animal well-being and, in that way, our very preliminary results seem to confirm that giving the animals the opportunity to have a choice meets their emotional requirements.” HeartMath Institute presented the research and findings of Ann Baldwin, Ph.D. from a project she led in the fall of 2014 at Borderlands Center for Equine Assisted Services in Arizona. “Baldwin examines how a group of adults, age 55 and up, would respond to the “equine-facilitated learning” exercises Sending Appreciation to Horse and Con Su Permiso (With Your Permission). Equine-facilitated learning, she explains, “involves working with equine practitioners to facilitate personal growth and development of life skills through equine interactions.” Initial studies suggest a possible link between the horses’ low-frequency heart rhythms affecting human heart rhythms. Reduced stress, improved mental outlook, and improved immune response are thought to be associated with low-frequency heart rhythms (which horses have). Those ready to step into a horse’s energy field will be stepping into the potential for healing to happen. Gloria Lybecker is a specialist at Healing with Horses Sanctuary outside of Spokane, Washington. For more information, call 509-876-1802 or visit HealingWithHorses Sanctuary.com. See ad, page 27. July 2018

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nsomnia plagues millions of Americans, and finding a solution can be difficult when the condition is chronic. Prolonged lack of quality sleep compromises health and sets the stage for depression, high blood pressure, obesity, inflammation, poor memory and even serious risk of heart attack. The good news is that natural alternatives, especially regular exercise, offer relief. Northwestern University research published in the journal Sleep Medicine even confirms better results from exercise than other natural approaches.

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Circadian rhythm, the body’s internal clock, governs physiological patterns involving sleep and hunger, and is cued by temperature and sunlight, so timing our exercise is important. Other studies at Northwestern reveal that workouts earlier in the day yield better results because muscles also have their own rhythm (internal clocks) that help them perform more efficiently due to the presence of daylight, and function optimally then. According to the National Sleep Foundation, a decrease in body temperature after an initial increase during physical activity initiates sleep, which also suggests that exercising later in the day, but not before bed, is helpful, as well. Research from Princeton University further shows that exercise can help the brain process stress, helping to minimize anxiety which often accompanies or fosters insomnia. Long Beach, California, holistic podiatrist Don Kim, creator of The Walking Cure Program, affirms, “The first thing to address is the circadian rhythm—what I call the body’s highest peak and lowest valley. The entire system needs to get used to slowing down.” Kim’s life changed for the better, including his struggles with insomnia, when he made walking a priority after an incapaci-

tating back injury. “Walking is synchronized motion and induces meditative brain waves,” says Kim, who teaches others how to walk for better physical and mental health.

Oxygen is Key

The more oxygen the brain receives, the lower the levels of cortisol that trigger racing thoughts. Other forms of moderate aerobic exercise involving cardio machines, spinning, cross-country skiing, swimming and dancing are also beneficial ways to increase oxygen intake. Chicago fitness expert Stephanie Mansour explains, “Improving circulation helps to increase the body’s energy during the day and helps you wind down at night.” It’s a common misconception that rushing through the day is the same as engaging in exercise. Mansour elaborates: “Exercising is different than just being busy or working outside, because it’s a time where you connect your mind, body and breath. You’re forced to be present. It’s difficult to think about your to-do list when you’re physically engaged.” According to Sleep.org, just 10 minutes of regular aerobic activity anytime improves sleep quality significantly. Plus, it abates the likelihood of sleep apnea and restless leg syndrome that sedentary lifestyles can cause or exacerbate.

Cultivating Calm

Restorative yoga instructor Naima Merella, manager of Studio 34, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, says, “We’re not taught to value rest, and conditions like feeling overwhelmed and insomnia are the result. Most people in our culture suffer from an overactive fight-or-flight response, so engaging our parasympathetic nervous system, or relaxation response, can balance this.” Merella advocates yoga, breath work and certain qigong exercises. “One option is to do a more active yoga practice to burn off excess nervous energy, and then end with restorative poses to engage the relaxation response. It all depends on a person’s schedule and what they’re able to do. Ideally, I would suggest doing at least 30 minutes of restorative yoga and breath work before bed, but even a few minutes of a restorative pose or breathing technique can be helpful. I’ve found the kundalini yoga meditation, Shabad Kriya, most helpful for sleeping.” Renowned yogi Janice Gates, of Marin County, California, also advises physical practice, as well as understanding the foundational teachings. “It’s important to remember that you’re not your anxiety. It’s easy to identify with suffering and conditions that cause it. Yoga supports us to be free of that conditioning. Keep in mind that an issue can be more mental at times and more physiological at other times, so we want to address both with asanas early in the day to balance the nervous system and mindful breathing at bedtime.” Whichever form of exercise we choose, we should be gentle with ourselves. As Merella reminds us, “The best thing we can do is send ourselves compassion and love.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com. July 2018

Ensuring Quality Sleep with Biofeedback by Jennifer Burrows

leep is an essential component to a healthy, happy life, yet many people struggle with falling asleep or staying asleep. Each of us should be spending about one-third of our day in a restful sleep; it allows us to clear out toxins from our brain and process emotions we’ve experienced, giving our bodies a chance to heal and repair. Much of what goes on while we sleep is still a subject of study, but it’s clear that a lack of sleep carries consequences: raising the risk of depression, obesity and cardiovascular disorders, and an overall negative effect on our quality of life and health. A lack of sleep creates a stressful environment for our body. In turn, stress contributes to a lack of quality sleep. A vicious cycle ensues. There are many lifestyle changes we can make to ensure steps towards a good quality of sleep. However, even with positive behavioral changes, many of us still need more help to achieve a good night’s rest. When this happens, biofeedback can be a very supportive modality to incorporate into our lives. In addition to being recommended by The Mayo Clinic for stress reduction, biofeedback has been cleared by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for general stress reduction and brainwave entrainment. 24

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General stress reduction is very broad in application, as stress is anything that places a burden on the body. Stress can be mental or emotional, but it can also be environmental toxins, illness, injuries, unnatural electric magnetic frequencies (EMFs), etc. Environmental stressors can greatly reduce our ability to function at optimal levels and lower our resistance to a variety of external and internal stressors. Cortisol, epinephrine and adrenaline are hormones that are released during “fight or flight,” a mechanism designed to help us react quickly to life-threatening situations. Interestingly, the nervous system cannot differentiate from actual danger and thoughts or memories of a stressful situation. The body can start having a fight or flight response to situations that are not life-threatening. High cortisol levels have received a lot of attention lately as a problem many of us face in our modern culture. Chronically high levels are unhealthy and cause many unwanted health conditions in the body. With regards to restful sleep, high cortisol levels have an impact on neurotransmitters, which, in turn, affects brainwaves as they are produced by neuronal communication. This is where brainwave entrainment can be very supportive for stress and sleep issues. During a biofeedback session, a wide variety of refined parameters, unique to each person and their stress profile, are chosen and “fed-back” to gently teach or re-educate the systems affected by stress along with guided imagery and deep breathing relaxation. Extra focus is spent on the nervous system and brainwave entrainment for sleep stress. The body possesses the amazing ability of self-correction and healing given the right environment. Biofeedback, a very gentle and relaxing process, can be a great support to a good night’s sleep. Jennifer Burrows CBS, CSMS, LSHC, is the founder of Mind-Body Wellness, now part of Cor Wellness and Counseling at 316 W. Boone Ave., Ste. 656, Spokane. For more information, call 509-242-0856 or visit SpokaneBiofeedback.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 28.

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The Night Market & July 4th Celebration – 5-9pm. Celebrate the 4th at the Kendall Yards Night Market. Fabulous live music, food, shopping and fun. Watch the downtown fireworks from the market. Free. 1335 W Summit Pkwy, Spokane.

savethedate Nia Mamma Mia Happy Hour Class

WEDNESDAY, JULY 11 Raising Healthy Families Workshop – 6-8pm. Dr Ryan Sousley provides guidance on healthy eating strategies for families. Free. Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N 4th St, CdA, ID. RSVP: Demo@PilgrimsMarket.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 12 Crave Food & Drink Celebration – July 12-15. Thurs/Fri, 6-9pm; Sat, 11am-9pm; Sun, 9am-4pm. The Inland Northwest’s premier food and drink celebration. CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. Tickets: $40-$311. CraveNW.com/events.

TUESDAY, JULY 17 Beer at the Barre – 6-8pm. Join BarreU for a fun night of fitness followed by beer! Men and women welcome. $10/includes Barre class and one beer. Proceeds go to CdA Union Gospel Mission. Slate Creek, 1710 N 4th St, Coeur d’Alene, ID. BarreUcda.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 19 Acoustics with the Healing Herd – Jul 19-25. 10am-4pm. Advanced course for facilitators. Integrate cutting edge neuroscience and empathy with the acoustic features of sound using the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP). $2,062. $300 deposit. Healing with Horses Sanctuary. Register: 509-876-1802. HealingWithHorsesSanctuary.com. Summer 2018 Intention Reset Workshop – 6:308pm. What happened to your intention for 2018? This workshop will help you get back on track. Free. 915 W 2nd Ave, Ste 7, Spokane. RSVP: IntentionalHypnosis.com or call 509-230-5035.

Friday, July 20 5:30-6:40pm If you haven’t tried a Nia class, this is your chance! Join instructor Ann Brueggemann for a Mamma Mia music-inspired, non-impact Nia workout followed by a non-alcoholic umbrella drink and t-shirt raffle. $5. Lokahi Studio, 1121 Sherman Ave, Coeur d’Alene, ID. 208-704-3769. Jana Stanfield Concert at Unity – 7pm. Multi-platinum songwriting and recording artist, Jana Stanfield, performs at Unity Spiritual Center. $20. 2900 S Bernard St, Spokane. 509-838-6518. UnitySpokane.org.

MONDAY, JULY 23 Play Guitar in 30 Minutes or Less Workshop – 6:30pm. Workshop led by Jana Stanfield. $20. Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S Bernard St, Spokane. 509-838-6518. UnitySpokane.org. Songwriting Workshop with Jana Stanfield – 7:30pm. Workshop led by Jana Stanfield. $20. Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S Bernard St, Spokane. 509838-6518. UnitySpokane.org.

TUESDAY, JULY 24 FOCUS: Exploring Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Natural Solutions – 6-8pm. Join Dr Amy Spoelstra as she explores the reasons so many children struggle with behavioral and learning challenges and what parents can do. Free. Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N 4th St, CdA, ID. RSVP: Demo@ PilgrimsMarket.com.

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Clear Chiropractic Meet & Greet BBQ – 5-7pm. Join Clear Chiropractic for a meet and greet barbecue to welcome new additions to the team! Free. Clear Chiro parking lot, 2503 E 27th Ave, Spokane. 509-315-8166. ClearChiroSpokane.com.

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Paint and Wine Party – 5:30–8:30pm. Sip wine, munch on gourmet snacks and create a masterpiece. $35. Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N 4th St, CdA, ID. RSVP: Demo@PilgrimsMarket.com. Hot Summer Nights Fabulous Fifties – 6–11pm. Spokane CdA Living Magazines’ summer celebration, featuring music, food, drinks and dancing. $35/general, $65/VIP. Centerplace Event Center, 2426 N Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. Tickets: BozziTickets.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 28 Holy Fire II Reiki I and II Intensive Training – Jul 28-29. 9am-6pm. This beginning training is one of the most thorough and comprehensive available. It includes both Reiki I and II and is a combination of western and Japanese styles. Tuition: $410. A Spiritual Touch, 923 E Sherman Ave, Coeur d’ Alene. Register: 208-691-8865. Facebook.com/ HealingCenterOfLove.

plan ahead FRIDAY, AUGUST 3 Barefoot in the Park – Aug 3-4. 8am-11pm. Golf cart rodeo, live drone racing, music, search and rescue dogs, beer garden, car show, Cecil the magician, K-9 agility course, food trucks, 3v3 soccer tournament, and more. Free. Pavillion Park, 727 N Molter Rd, Liberty Lake, WA. Usui/Holy Fire Reiki Master Intensive – Aug 3-5. 9am-6pm. The Holy Fire energy is highly transformative and very powerful. Must have Reiki I and II certification for six months. Tuition: $1025. A Spiritual Touch, 923 E Sherman Ave, Coeur d’ Alene. Register: 208-691-8865. Facebook.com/ HealingCenterOfLove.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 4 Dogs for Dogs – 10am-4pm. Downtown Spokane Grocery is hosting a Dogs for Dogs fundraising event selling hotdogs and soda for $1 to raise money for SCRAPS. 1617 W 3rd Ave, Spokane. 509-6244222. GroceryOutlet.com/DowntownSpokane.

MONDAY, AUGUST 6 Unity Kids Week – Aug 6-10. 8:30am-12:30pm. A fun and creative week where kids actively supercharge their tools of affirmation, connection, cooperation, and peace-making. $30/kids 5-14. Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S Bernard, Spokane.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 A Circle of Healing: Sacred Circles with Horse – Aug 8-12. 10am-4pm. A course that integrates the power and mystery of horse with sacred circles and neuroscience. $1,780. $300 nonrefundable deposit. Healing with Horses Sanctuary. Register: 509-8761802. HealingWithHorsesSanctuary.com.

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sunday Unity Center of North Spokane Group Service – 8:45am & 11am. A contemplative meditation service at 8:45am and a more social celebration service at 11am. Youth services at 11am. 4123 E Lincoln Rd, Spokane. 509-489-6964. TheUnityCenter.org. Unity Spiritual Center Group Service – 10am. (Summer service). Join for joy-filled music that opens the heart; a time of stillness to quiet the mind and body; and dynamic messages that both uplift and challenge us to make our lives, and our world better. Childcare available. 2900 S Bernard St, Spokane. 509-838-6518. UnitySpokane.org. Tsinta Mani Choling Buddhist Meditation and Cultural Center – 9-11am. Meditation, teachings and study lead by Lama Lakshey Zangpo. 2902 N East Oval St, Spokane. 509-449-9829. TsintaMani.org. Unitarian Universalist Church – 9:15am & 11am. We have no dogma or creed and we are each free to seek inspiration from many sources, including the world’s many religions, philosophy, literature, art and science. 4340 W Fort George Wright Dr, Spokane. 509-325-6383. UUSpokane.org. Unity Spiritual Center of North Idaho Group Service – 10am. Our Sunday services are a celebration of living with spirit. 4465 N 15th St, Coeur d’Alene, ID. 208-664-1125. UnityCenter.org. Spokane Buddhist Temple – 10:30am. Our main temple hall is called a Hondo where we gather for services. The shrine (Gohonzon) is located in the front center. The ringing of the Kansho signifies the beginning of our service. 927 S Perry St, Spokane. 509-534-7954. SpokaneBuddhistTemple.org.

monday Half-Hour to Health – 6-6:30pm. 1st Mon. 30-minute workshop led by Dr Ellis at Clear Chiropractic. Learn how your body works to heal itself with chiropractic care. Free. 2503 E 27th Ave, Spokane. 509-315-8166. ClearChiroSpokane.com.

wednesday Wine Wednesdays – 8am-9pm. Purchase 12 or more bottles of wine, and get 10% off your wine order at the Downtown Grocery Outlet. 1617 W 3rd Ave, Spokane. 509-624-4222. Gentle Nia at Nia on Sherman – 9:30am. For seniors and those starting to exercise, this holistic fitness Nia class focuses on gentle flexibility, mobility, agility, stability and strength. $5/drop-in thru August. Mention Natural Awakenings and first class is free. Lokahi Studio, 1121 Sherman Ave, Coeur d’Alene, ID. 208-704-3769.

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Wellness Wednesday Online Essential Oils Class – 1-2pm. Interested in learning more about essential oils, but can’t make it to a physical class? This online option is a great way to learn more, ask questions, and see how these natural products can enhance your life. Free. Text: 208-699-3679 for link.

thursday $3 Dinner – 4-7pm. Join Main Market for their healthy and affordable $3 dinners. Meat or vegan options available. 44 W Main Ave, Spokane. MainMarket.coop. Half-Hour to Health – 6-6:30pm. 3rd Thur. See Monday listing. 2503 E 27th Ave, Spokane. 509315-8166. ClearChiroSpokane.com.

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Yoga and Essential Oils – 7-8pm. Join for a yoga class that uses essential oils to deepen and enrich our practice and flow. $10/first class or purchase punch card. Gita Yoga Studio, 206 E Indiana Ave, Ste 200, Coeur d’Alene. RSVP: 208-651-8438.

friday First Friday – 5-8pm. 1st Fri. Downtown retailers and restaurants stay open, feature artists and musicians and offer special promotions. Free admission. Downtown Spokane. 509-456-0580.

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Second Friday – 5-8pm. 2nd Fri. Stroll through downtown Coeur d’Alene and experience the vibrant arts community. Support the downtown shops, restaurants and businesses. Look for the official yellow ArtWalk balloons. A family-friendly event. Free. CdaDowntown.com.

Working with horses is a powerful and effective approach to helping children, adolescents and adults. No prior experience with horses required.

saturday Classic Nia at Nia on Sherman – 9:30am. With Ann Brueggemann. Combining dance arts, martial arts and healing arts, Nia is a holistic fitness workout encompassing the mind, body, spirit and emotions. $8 drop-in; $42/6-class card. Mention Natural Awakenings and first class is free. Lokahi Studio, 1121 Sherman Ave, Coeur d’Alene, ID. 208-704-3769. LuJong Yoga – 11am-noon. 4th Sat. Tibetan spiritual yoga taught by meditation master Lama Lakshey Zangpo. $10. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar St, Ste 2, Spokane. TsintaMani.org.

Horses Have An Amazing Power To Heal And Teach

Upcoming Workshops: • July 19-25 - Acoustics with Horse: Experience a Shift in Life. 6-day intensive for facilitators • August 8-12 - A Circle of Healing: Sacred Circles with Horse

Take The Next Step! Contact Gloria Lybecker

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Airway Heights, WA Equine Facilitated Learning Coaching and Healing

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July 2018

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ACUPUNCTURE

ALTERNATIVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

LILAC CITY ACUPUNCTURE

2925 N Monroe St, Spokane 509-808-0818 • LilacCityAcu.com Spokane’s first dedicated community acupuncture clinic, offering $20 acupuncture treatments in an open, relaxing setting. Appointments can be made easily on our website and same-day ap-pointments are often available. There is a one-time $10 paperwork fee.

TREVOR GEORGE, ND

Rivercreek Wellness 521 N Argonne Rd, Ste B105 Spokane Valley • 509-919-1385 RivercreekWellness.com Conventional medications for mental illness work for some, but not for everyone. I provide my patients with naturopathic and orthomolecular medicine to treat mental health issues not helped by medications. Advanced testing available. See ad, page 18.

LISE TAKASHINA, LAC

Peony Acupuncture & Apothecary 302 N 5th St, Coeur d’Alene • 208-292-4829 PeonyAcupuncture.com Find health, balance, and inner vibrancy through a range of holistic treatments including acupuncture, herbal medicine, Moxa, cupping, essential oil therapy, guasha and other modalities. Takashina is passionate about women’s health and holistic internal medicine including pain management, digestive health, and natural hormone regulation.

AUTOIMMUNE DISORDERS JULIE GEORGE, ND

Rivercreek Wellness 521 N Argonne Rd, Ste B105 Spokane Valley • 509-919-1385 RivercreekWellness.com

NELSON COMERCI, LAC

CDA Acupuncture & Holistic Healing 225 E. Locust Ave, Coeur d’Alene 208-665-2293 • CDAHealing.com Nelson offers traditional oriental medical techniques for a variety of imbalances including physical, mental and emotional. He specializes in acute and chronic pain; digestive, gynecological, mental health, hepaticgallbladder disorders; autoimmune syndromes and substance misuse including cigarettes, alcohol and drugs. See ad, page 10.

ACUPUNCTURE & CHIROPRACTIC JERRY BAILEY, DC, CAC

Lakeside Holistic Health 518 N 4th St • Coeur d’Alene 208-758-0568 21651 E Country Vista Dr, Ste F Liberty Lake • 509-385-0218 ContactUs@LakesideHolistic.com LakesideHolistic.com

BIOFEEDBACK MIND-BODY WELLNESS

Cor Counseling and Wellness Jennifer Burrows Rock Pointe Tower 316 W Boone Ave, Ste 656 Spokane • 509-242-0856 SpokaneBiofeedback.com Biofeedback is a holistic stress reduction technique that factors in a variety of stressors ranging from emotional to environmental for mind, body and spirit support. Each session is specifically tailored to client wellness concerns. Experience the profound benefits of biofeedback today!

Our goal for your care is to restore balance to the body while promoting wellness and optimum health through guided care involving acupuncture, chiropractic and functional medicine. Your journey to optimal health is only one step away from starting. See ad, page 17.

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I enjoy helping patients restore their health by utilizing naturopathic and environmental medicine protocols. I provide advanced testing, detoxification, supplementation, nutritional/ botanical treatments, and lifestyle education. See ad, page 18.

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LOCAL’S CANNA HOUSE

9619 E Sprague Ave Spokane Valley • 509-413-2796 LocalsCannHouse.com Featuring the highest quality CBD oils, capsules, tinctures and bath salts to help with inflammation, sore muscles, sleep, pain relief, relaxation and more. Allow our friendly Local’s staff to assist in finding the CBD product that’s right for you! See ad, page 15.

CHIROPRACTIC INTELLIGENT BALANCE SPINAL CARE 2310 N Molter Rd, Ste 108 Liberty Lake • 509-924-4443 Info@IntelligentBalance.com IntelligentBalance.com

Not all forms of chiropractic care are the same. Intelligent Balance treats patients using upper cervical chiropractic care by performing the QSM3 technique, which focuses on body balancing. They also specialize in a progression of the NUCCA chiropractic technique that achieves measurable results in a comfortable setting. Schedule a free consultation today. See ad, page 17.

CLEANING SERVICES CLEANING BY DACIA

Hayden, ID • 208-699-3435 Let us do the cleaning so you don’t have to! Experienced, thorough, dependable; and we only utilize natural cleaning products. North Idaho and surrounding area. Free estimates.

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY SIXTH AVENUE MEDICAL PHARMACY 508 W 6th Ave, Ste 104 • Spokane 509-455-9345 6AvenuePharmacy@gmail.com SixthAvenuePharmacy.com

We are a full-service accredited pharmacy, providing custom compounded medications and traditional retail prescriptions. We use the finest, high quality ingredients to make each specially compounded medication, including bio-identical hormones, veterinary, dental, sports medicine, dermatology, chronic pain and more. See ad, page 9.

ENERGY HEALERS SUSAN FLERCHINGER

Healing Waters Holistic Center 101 N Evergreen Rd, Spokane Valley 509-879-3264 • SusansEnergy@aol.com HealingWatersCenter.com My mission is to facilitate healing for you (and the Earth) to help propel you into a life you love. Through energetic releasing of emotional baggage, traumas, other’s energies and fears, we open the flow for your own natural healing to take place. See ad, page 18.

ESSENTIAL OILS OCEAN’S POTIONS

Erin (Ocean) Meenach Young Living Essential Oils Independent Distributor 509-475-2513 Call Ocean to find out about Yo u n g L i v i n g ’s E s s e n t i a l Rewards program and how you can earn everything from free essential oils to residual income. If you’re interested in lifting your mood, increasing libido, sleeping supporting your immune system, I am Letbetter us help and you with your here to help.

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NIA ON SHERMAN

Ann Brueggemann, Instructor Lokahi Studio 1121 Sherman Ave Coeur d’Alene • 208-704-3769 Combining dance arts, martial arts, and healing arts, Nia is a holistic and fun fitness workout encompassing the mind, body, spirit and emotions. Join the next Gentle Nia class on Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30am or Classic Nia on Saturdays from 9:30-10:30am. Mention Natural Awakenings and your first class is free. See ad, page 7.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICAL PRACTICES LAKESIDE HOLISTIC HEALTH 518 N 4th St • Coeur d’Alene 208-758-0568 21651 E Country Vista Dr, Ste F Liberty Lake • 509-385-0218 ContactUs@LakesideHolistic.com LakesideHolistic.com

By shifting the traditional focus of medical practice to a more patient-centered approach, functional medicine addresses the whole person. Lakeside Holistic practitioners spend time with patients, understanding their histories and evaluating the interactions among several lifestyle factors that can influence long-term health. See ad, page 17.

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RIVERCREEK WELLNESS IMPROVE GUT HEALTH

521 NWEIGHT Argonne Rd, Ste B105 LOSE DECREASE Valley CHRONIC• PAIN Spokane 509-919-1385 IMPROVE HEALTH RivercreekWellness.com FIR sauna is an affordable treatment for chronic fatigue, chronic pain, depression, detoxification, high blood pressure, skin conditions, weight loss, and many more. The FIR Sauna at Rivercreek Wellness is non-toxic, low EMF, and made of nonallergenic wood. See ad, page 18. Call Now

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BARREU

195 E Hazel Ave Coeur d’Alene • 503-720-9451 BarreUcda.com Coeur d’Alene’s first Barre studio. Locally owned and independently operated, workouts focus on lengthening and strengthening the body. High-intensity, low-impact exercise designed for every age and fitness level. A fun studio where women make life-long friends. Childcare available. See ad, page 12.

HALOTHERAPY/ RESPIRATORY WELLNESS SALTROOM OF SPOKANE 2838 N Ruby Spokane • 509-255-0505 SaltRoomOfSpokane.com

Dry saline aerosol or Halotherapy provides a gentle respiratory cleanse. Beneficial for relieving lung conditions like bronchial asthma, cystic fibrosis and lingering cough. Helpful in treating skin problems like eczema and acne. If you are seeking non-invasive, relaxing, natural treatment consider Halotherapy.

HEALING PROGRAMS HEALING WITH HORSES SANCTUARY Gloria Lybecker, Specialist Airway Heights, WA 509-876-1802 • LifeFocused@gmail.com HealingWithHorsesSanctuary.com

Gloria and her amazing horses work in partnership with individuals, couples, families and groups to support the whole being - mind, body, emotions and spirit. Discover how to thrive in the present and release patterns of surviving that have outlived their usefulness. See ad, page 27.

HEALTHY FOODS GROCERY OUTLET

Coeur d’Alene: 410 W Neider Ave 208-765-3141 Downtown Spokane: 1617 W 3rd Ave 509-624-4222 North Spokane: 7810 N Division St 509-484-4850 Spokane Valley: 12115 E Sprague Ave 509-703-7185 GroceryOutlet.com Check out the best first stop on your next health-seeking shopping trip. Grocery Outlet offers a huge selection of NOSH (natural, organic, specialty and healthy) products at deeply discounted prices. NOSH foods support specific health-promoting diets and include a variety of gluten- and dairy-free options. See ad and coupon, page 16.

WATKINS

Marion Hayden 208-664-0141 Coeur d’Alene, ID J.R. Watkins has been in business for over 150 years. They are famous for their allnatural products, vanilla, cinnamon, pepper, spices, extracts and more. Home business opportunity. Contact Marion for more information!

HOLISTIC ASSISTED LIVING CEDAR MOUNTAIN RETREAT Inna and Jim Epling Athol, ID 208-683-0509 JEpling@gmx.com

We o f f e r t h e p e r s o n a l attention, comfortable accommodation, healthy meals, transportation and planned activities you or your loved one needs – all in a family-home setting in the mountains of North Idaho.

HOLISTIC SKIN CARE BRIGITTE HALLOWITZ, LE

Healing Waters Holistic Center 101 N Evergreen Rd, Spokane Valley Coeur d’Alene Acupuncture & Holistic Healing 225 E Locust Ave, Coeur d’Alene 509-688-9856 • SkinBNatural.com Holistic skin care is the philosophy of treating the body and skin as one cohesive unit – what happens inside our body is reflected on our skin. Brigitte focuses on helping the skin to function optimally by stimulating the healing power of nature with performance, results-driven natural skin care products, facials and microcurrent treatments. See ads, pages 10 and 18.

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HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTERS

LIFE TRANSFORMATIONS

HEALING WATERS HOLISTIC CENTER

LIFE DESIGNS WITH TRACY TURNER

101 N Evergreen Rd Spokane Valley • 509-228-3516 HealingWatersHolisticCenter.com

Your personal wellness begins here! Each practitioner has their own business and unique offerings within the center, which include naturopathic medicine and acupuncture, energy balancing and healing, life coaching and personal power renewal, holistic skin care, hypnotherapy and myofascial release massage therapy. See ad, page 18.

HYPNOTHERAPY

Certified Expressive Arts Practitioner Healing Waters Holistic Center 101 N Evergreen Rd, Spokane Valley 509-951-8393 • LifeDesignsWithTracyTurner.com

I am passionate about helping clients transform the shame, fear, limits and negative energy of past life experiences into joyful and loving self acceptance. Let’s get started today building the life you have always imagined and creating new levels of vitality and happiness. See ad, page 18.

Intentional Hypnosis 915 W 2nd Ave, Ste 7, Spokane 509-230-5035 • IntentionalHypnosis.com

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MASSAGE THERAPY MARK SMITH, LMT

My Massage & Sports Therapy Healing Waters Holistic Center 101 N Evergreen Rd, Spokane Valley 509-370-2207 MyMassageSportsTherapy.com Mark Smith specializes in the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release approach to eliminate or reduce soft tissue pain in client’s bodies. Myofascial Release treats the fascial restriction that causes pain allowing a return to a pain-free lifestyle. See ad, page 18.

Coeur d’Alene • Post Falls • Hayden, ID niWellnessBar.com Our mission is to bring healthy options to your entire family with the best raw ingredients available, blended into amazing flavors that you’ll love. Find out why our fresh, healthy, made-to-order juices and smoothies are prized in our community. See ad, page 19.

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Michelle Phay is a nurse, massage therapist, yoga and fitness instructor and educator with a background in dance and nutrition. She specializes in massage, yoga and health classes and works with stress, anxiety, those in recovery from life, chemical dependency and physical challenges. See ad, page 12.

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At Prairie Dog, we are passionate about holistic support for your whole pet and believe in the vital importance of nutrition. We’ve learned that animals thrive on diets honoring their evolutionary development, which is why our focus is on quality foods free from cheap fillers—with an emphasis on raw food. Certified professional dog trainers are on staff. See ad, back cover.

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At Insight Thermal Imaging we provide an exceptional health screening tool that gives medical providers an insight into both breast and overall physical health. We use the most accurate stateof-the-art equipment to provide radiation-free, non-invasive, painless and completely safe procedures. See ad, page 23.

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