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letterfrompublisher Entering the Mystery “I’m kind of excited about it,” my mom, who was in hospice care, said to her best friend just days before her passing. “Excited about what?” Her friend replied.

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“You know…” Mom said as she rolled her eyes back, cocked her head to one side and stuck out her tongue. They both laughed.

I love this story about my mom’s final days. The notion that she was reluctantly open to the mysterious realm she was about to enter and could laugh about it fills my heart with relief. Despite the months of fear, denial and heartbreak this “mystery” encompassed for my mom and all who loved her, we each came to recognize there was nothing we could do to stop it. And so we had no other choice but to give in, allow and accompany her as far as we were Sandy at Hospice House able. The rest was up to her. in North Idaho That moment came days later as my sister, brother and I surrounded her bed, holding her hands and telling beautiful and funny stories about what we would miss most. It was the most powerful moment of my life. It was a beautiful death. This month’s feature is about honoring that sacred mystery and consciously approaching life’s ultimate transition with intention and openness. My hope is that this topic opens doors and allows new questions to be considered for those facing their own end-of-life journey, as well as family and friends accompanying them. Our community spotlight features Hospice of North Idaho, a nonprofit organization that will always have a very special place in my heart. They took care of my mom and our family during the most difficult time of our lives, and also happened to be one of my first partners for this magazine. There are many such organizations in our area doing incredible work for those facing their own end-of-life journey, as well as supporting those around them. I think we would all agree that in order to keep our bodies balanced and pain-free, we need a good chiropractor. But how do you know what type of chiropractic care is right for you? We highlight the questions to ask when looking for a chiropractor, and how to assess your specific needs. We also have several articles from local practitioners, including a unique method called Quantum Spinal Mechanics (QSM3) as explained by upper cervical chiropractor Dr. Kim White. October’s issue also includes articles on fermented foods, bone density exercises, mindfulness for kids and a fun natural pet article on working dogs, which includes a local therapy dog named Normie. I am dedicating this issue to my dearly loved mother, Sandy Pratt, who is still the light of my life. It is also dedicated to all those experiencing their own form of loss, grief, endings and new beginnings. Know you are not alone. In health and wellness,

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newsbriefs Yoga Studio Just For Kids Opens on the South Hill

pokane’s first, exclusive, kids-only yoga studio is now open on the South Hill at 3017 South Grand Boulevard, in Spokane. Home Grown Kids Yoga is the brainchild of Mimi and Wes Vimont, coowners of Beyoutiful Hot Yoga studios. “I saw the need of parents wanting to practice yoga, but were unable to due to lack of childcare,” Mimi explains. “Rather than create a childcare center, I wanted to create something fun and just for kids.” Home Grown Kids Yoga offers classes once a week for 13-week sessions, and range from 50 to 75 minutes, depending on age. The 50-minute classes are Baby and Me and Toddler and Me in which the parent takes the class with the child. “You can expect lots singing, dancing and play,” says Vimont. The 75-minute classes are for kindergarten to eighth grade, with a 60-minute yoga class and a 15-minute snack/social time. The 75-minute sessions allow parents to participate in a 60-minute hot yoga class three doors down at Beyoutiful Hot Yoga or relax in a waiting area. Multiple class and sibling discounts available. For more information or to register, call 509-703-8875 or visit HomeGrownKidsYoga.com.

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7Roots Guides Clients Through Life After Loss

yndi Rai, owner of 7Roots and Energy Massage & Reflexology, in Liberty Lake, has experienced the deep impact of grief; she lost her only son to suicide in 2016. “I am fortunate I had the tools I needed to work through the pain and grief of losing my son,” she says. Rai, a massage therapist, reiki master and Chopra-trained meditation teacher, notes, “My dream to open 7Roots and create a healing space where people working through grief and loss can come and learn the same tools I utilize each and every day is here.” 7Roots opened in August, specializing in one-day wellness retreats, special workshops, yoga classes and two-hour grief massages implementing a variety of energy work. Rai’s 7Roots system focuses on education and the seven roots of life: water, breath, yoga, meditation, massage and nutrition to work through pain and loss. “Together, these core elements transform us from the inside out,” Rai explains. “I cannot promise my clients peace, but I can promise them a way forward.”

7Roots is located inside Energy Massage & Reflexology, 23801 E. Appleway Ave., Ste. 220, Liberty Lake. For more information, call 509-9792223 or visit 7RootsLife.com. See ad, page 18. 6

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Prairie Dog Pet Mercantile Opens Second Location in Kendall Yards

my Barker and Daniel Pringle, co-owners of Prairie Dog Pet Mercantile, are opening a second store in Kendall Yards at 1206 West Summit Parkway, in Spokane. Barker is a certified professional dog trainer. They bought the original Prairie Dog Pet Mercantile, located at 5608 South Regal, Suite 100, in 2013. “We consider it an honor to serve our customers and their pets with the highest-quality nutrition, food and products available on the market, and believe this is our way to nurture the human-animal bond,” says Barker. “This mission has grown over the past four years, driving us to expand to a second location.” For more information, visit PDogPet.com. See ad, back cover.

Hospice of North Idaho Features Groundbreaking Documentary

screening of the critically acclaimed Frontline documentary Being Mortal will take place at 10:30 a.m. on November 8 at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, followed by a panel discussion with Hospice of North Idaho experts exploring the end-of-life questions and issues raised in the film and book by Dr. Atul Gawande. Refreshments and treats are provided. “This documentary helps us discover the differences in medical approaches and personal choices when curative treatment offers no promises,” says Denna Grangaard, director of communication at Hospice of North Idaho. “Our mission is to educate and empower clients and families on preparing for their own end-of-life wishes through the many programs and support Hospice of North Idaho offers.”

Admission is free. Location: 702 E. Front Ave. To reserve seating, call Hospice of North Idaho at 208-772-7994. For more information, visit HospiceOfNorthIdaho.org. See ad, page 14.

New Inland Northwest Online Healing Directory Needs Input

ealing Local is in the process of building a communitybased online health directory for the Inland Northwest and needs public input. It will be a one-stop destination for both natural/holistic health practitioners and the public. Practitioners will be able to develop a trusted referral network and find endorsements for their skills, and community members will be able to search for holistic services and practitioners in the area. To give input on the directory, visit HealingLocal.org to take the survey and sign up for directory updates and launch information. For more information, call Dana Harvey at 208-405-6856, email Dana@ModernMasters.org or visit HealingLocal.org.

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newsbriefs Beyond Pink’s Biggest Fundraiser of the Year

eyond Pink is holding its eighth annual Designer Bra Fashion Show and Auction from 5 to 9 p.m., October 13, at the Spokane Convention Center, with the theme of Evening in Paris. The biggest “fun raiser” of the year provides education and money devoted to early detection of breast disease for women in need. It provides a thermogram, clinical breast exam, report and follow-up consultation with a Beyond Pinkcontracted doctor, because thermal imaging is not generally covered by insurance Nonprofit Beyond Pink was created by Karla Porter, owner of Insight Thermal Imaging, and Charlie Brewer, whose family has been directly affected by breast cancer. “Our mission is to educate and empower women in the early detection of breast disease through breast thermal imaging,” says Porter. Thermal imaging provides indications of disease many years before a mass would show on a mammogram, ultrasound or MRI. Admission is $55. Location: 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. For tickets, call 509-8637776 or visit BeyondPink.net.

HeartMath Course Available in Coeur d’Alene

ebecca Knight, owner of Blue Sky Services, is a certified HeartMath coach in Coeur d’Alene. She is offering the HeartMath Revitalize You! course from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturdays for four weeks beginning October 28 through November 18. It has produced proven results in reducing stress, increasing vitality and improving overall well-being. “My mission as a HeartMath coach is to help people cut through the chaos of their daily lives and identify the triggers and stressors that are inhibiting their success and life goals,” says Knight. “With the holiday season approaching, we are entering a very stressful and hectic time of year. This course will guide and empower students through the end of 2017 and into the new year with their own inspired life vision and personalized plan.”

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Vitamin D plus Calcium Lowers Cancer Risk

esearchers from the Creighton University School of Nursing, in Omaha, Nebraska, studied 2,303 healthy postmenopausal women to determine whether a link between vitamin D and cancer existed. The treatment group comprised 1,156 women receiving 2,000 International Units (IU) of vitamin D3 and 1,500 milligrams of calcium per day for four years. The 1,147 women in the control group received placebos for the same duration. Within the study timeframe, 64 women from the placebo group were diagnosed with some form of cancer, while only 49 subjects from the treatment group faced a cancer diagnosis. This represents a small, but significant reduction in the cancer rate for those taking vitamin D3. Further analyses of the levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D in the blood revealed that the women that developed cancer had substantially lower levels of this vitamin than the subjects that remained healthy.

Thermal Images Reveal Smartphone Dangers

igital thermal images can be used to demonstrate the damaging effects of wearing a smartphone using infrared cameras that record radiant heat waves that come to the surface of the skin. When there are Image on left shows unusual yellow vessel (circled) problems under the surface, where patient wore cell phone. Image on right taken four the body produces heat months after cell phone was removed. showing the presence of disease, inflammation or increased blood flow to fight infection. Smartphone radiation has a powerful impact on the body, and wearing the device or carrying it in a pocket is strongly discouraged. As a unique test of physiology in women, risk assessment thermal imaging can provide indications of disease many years before a mass would appear on a mammogram, ultrasound or MRI. This allows for early detection and the opportunity to make lifestyle changes to turn the disease process around. Thermography does not replace any other form of testing, and is recommended to begin at age 20 or sooner. The process is painless, radiation-free and non-invasive. Because thermography is unregulated, it is important to find an imaging center that is certified by either the International Academy of Clinical Thermology, International Thermographic Society, American Academy of Medical Infrared Imaging or American Academy of Thermology. Karla Porter is a radiological technologist certified in radiology and computed tomography. She owns and operates Insight Thermal Imaging, 316 W. Boone Ave., Ste. 777, in Spokane and co-founded the Beyond Pink Charity. For appointments, call 509-315-4154. For more information, visit InsightThermography.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide, page 31.

Backpacks Affect Spinal Health in Children

pinal pain in children due to increased weight and increased time carrying a backpack is on the rise. A study out of Italy reports the average child carries a backpack weighing more than 20 percent of their weight, and 60 percent began to experience back pain as a result. This has been shown to cause an increase in wear and tear on the vertebrae and discs of the spine, as well as indirect trauma by reducing the natural curvature of the spine as the child leans forward to accommodate for the heavy weight of the backpack. The American Chiropractic Association published guidelines to help prevent increased stress on children’s spines as they head back to school. Ensure a child’s backpack weighs no more than 5 to 10 percent of body weight. The backpack should be worn high on the back and not hang more than four inches below the waistline. Pack pointy or bulky objects away from the area that will rest on the child’s back. Urge the child to wear both shoulder straps to evenly distribute the weight. Use a backpack with wide, adjustable, padded shoulder straps. If the backpack is over the desired weight, ask the teacher if the child can leave their heaviest books at school and bring home only lighter handout materials and workbooks. Dr. Flynn J. Vick is a certified chiropractic sports physician who treats children and adults at Elite Chiropractic, 8475 Government Way, in Hayden, ID. For appointments, call 208-772-5047. For more information, visit EliteChiro. org. See ad in the Community Resource Guide, page 30.

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A collaborative study published in the journal Pediatrics concludes that toddlers under the age of 2 are more likely to eat French fries than vegetables on any given day; one in four 6-to-11-month-olds and one in five 1-yearolds consumed no vegetables at all. This concerning downward trend began more than a decade ago. The percentage of babies and toddlers eating canned or frozen fruits and vegetables declined by 10 percent between 2005 and 2012, and the consumption of dark, leafy greens among those under 2 has halved since 2005. Dr. Annemarie Stroustrup, an associate professor with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital, in New York City, says, “You often have to offer a new food to a toddler up to 10 times before they will eat it.”

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Choosing a Chiropractor How to Find the Best One by Marlaina Donato

hiropractic medicine is known for its non-surgical approach to chronic pain and other musculoskeletal conditions, but also has much more to offer. However, finding the right doctor can be as daunting as shopping for a comfortable pair of shoes. Here, three reputable practitioners talk about securing individualized care and getting the most out of chiropractic.

Address Specific Needs

Clarifying the desired outcome is helpful, because some clients are just looking for a quick fix to reduce pain, while others may be seeking overall better health, lasting wellness and an improved quality of life. “Due to insurance issues, we’ve become known as pain doctors, but that’s not the full extent of chiropractic,” explains Dr. Michelle Robin, owner of Your Wellness Connection and the educational DrMichelleRobin.com website, in Shawnee, Kansas. “Also, you can see more than one chiropractor, as each has their own strength.” Dr. Michael Aho, of Crosstown Chiropractic, in Chicago, agrees. “Chiropractic care encompasses many 12

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styles, so one of the biggest variables is the type of treatment the doctor uses. Most offices commonly treat neck, mid-back and low back pain. If you have a specific shoulder, knee or foot problem, you may want to find a doctor that frequently treats those issues. If you are pregnant, choose a chiropractor that has experience working with pregnant women.” “There are more than 140 different chiropractic techniques. Some are light touch, while others are aggressive. Some are hands-on and some use instruments for adjusting. It’s important that the doctor’s approach resonates with your nature,” advises Dr. Jackie St.Cyr of the Innate Chiropractic Healing Arts Center, in Houston. Robin advises that sitting in a doctor’s reception room to just observe and trusting our intuition is helpful before moving forward with a consultation.

Ask Questions

First, find out if a chiropractor has embraced either a conventional medical or holistic model, and then delve more deeply to find the right approach and level of care. “Ask how long a doctor

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has practiced and their governing philosophy. Do they treat the full spine or focus on the point of pain, and what range of techniques do they apply? You want them to know your spine before they adjust it; make sure they conduct a new patient exam,” suggests St.Cyr. An exam may include a thermography scan and X-rays. Helpful questions include what to expect during the initial visit, recommended frequency of treatment, the desired doctor’s office hours and how treatment might benefit a particular condition. Because most chiropractic offices offer compatible treatments, also ask about complementary modalities such as acupuncture, massage therapy, heat therapy, and interferential current therapy using minute electrical pulses for deep tissue pain relief.

Be Consistent

“You shouldn’t expect instant results,” says Aho. “You’ll benefit the most if you don’t wait too long after first experiencing symptoms of a problem before starting treatment, and are consistent with your treatment.” Being proactive can foster good results. St.Cyr concurs, stating, “When patients follow their chiropractor’s recommended routine of regular corrective care, they get the best results. Be consistent with visits and do your customized spinal exercises; they’ve been proven to work.” Robin expounds that not following through with homecare is a common pitfall for patients. “Like dental care, you always need to do something for your spine every day, be it stretching, other exercise or good nutrition.” She notes that everyone’s response to chiropractic is different. “Be realistic. If you’ve experienced injuries or accidents, it will take longer, and your healing might look different from that of someone else that is free of injuries and follows a healthier diet. Sometimes people give up on chiropractic instead of finding a chiropractor that is good for them. You wouldn’t give up going to the dentist, and the same should apply to chiropractic care.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

Benefits of Upper Cervical Chiropractic

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by Rebecca Ellis

pper cervical chiropractic focuses on the top of the spine at the brain stem level to influence the nervous system by removing stress and tension on the spine. Throughout our lives, accidents and injuries can cause damage to the ligaments and muscles that hold the spine together, allowing misalignments to occur which affect the way the body functions and feels because they affect the nervous system. Aches and pains are messages communicating that something is wrong and encourage individuals to do something differently. Through upper cervical care, the body is balanced using objective measures to ensure proper body movement and function. In the Blair Upper Cervical Technique, objective measures

such as body balance, paraspinal infrared thermography and precision X-rays are used to detect, assess and correct misalignments in the spine. Corrections are gentle, specific and do not require any bending, twisting or popping. Upper cervical chiropractic can help to relieve many different types of symptoms or dysfunctions in the body, including spine pain, headaches/migraines and fatigue, as well as providing the ultimate in total wellness care. Rebecca Ellis, DC, specializes in the Blair Upper Cervical Technique at Clear Chiropractic with Rachae Bell, DC, 503 E. 27th Ave., in Spokane. For more information, call 509-315-8166 or visit ClearChiroSpokane.com. See Community Resource Guide ad, page 30.

Quantum Spinal Mechanics by Kim White

uantum Spinal Mechanics, or QSM3, is a unique type of chiropractic care that looks nothing like the “bone out of place” model of chiropractic that many envision. QSM3 assesses the whole body from a balance and symmetry perspective, and then combines precise, gentle adjustments to rebalance it. Common symptoms of body imbalances include head and neck pain, migraines, numbness in the hands, back pain and sciatica. Clients visiting a QSM3 chiropractor for the first time

will likely encounter a complete medical history and exam; X-rays to observe spinal curves, degeneration and misalignment; precise measurements of the body’s posture, pelvis tilt, shoulders and head; and assessment of full-body misalignment due to injury, repetitive stress and sedentary activity. A trained QSM3 chiropractor can evaluate these measurements and determine which area of the body is stressed and producing symptoms. Gentle, non-manipulative adjust-

Clear Chiropractic is located at 2503 E. 27th Ave., in Spokane. For more information, call 509-315-8166 or visit ClearChiroSpokane.com. Greenacres Chiropractic, 18211 E. Appleway Ave., in Spokane Valley. For more information, call 509926-1551 or visit NuccaSpokane Chiropractor.com. Intelligent Balance Spinal Care, 2310 N. Molter Rd., Ste. 108, Liberty Lake. For more information, call 509-924-4443 or visit IntelligentBalance.com. See ad, page 6.

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CDA Upper Cervical Center, 1250 Ironwood Dr., Ste. 330, in Coeur d’Alene, ID. For more information, call 208-458-4271. River City Chiropractic, 1109 E. Polston Ave., in Post Falls. For more information, call 208-777-4000 or visit RiverCityChiro.com.

ments are then made to rebalance the body and take tension off the nervous system. Follow-up measurements are taken to ensure progress was made and the body is in balance. These measurements are continually tracked from visit to visit so that progress can be objectively shown. As with any other type of chi ropractic therapy, QSM3 care may not be the answer for all patients. However, for those with unresolved musculoskeletal pain that does not completely respond to rest, medication or therapy (including chiropractic care), QSM3 may be an alternative worth trying. Dr. Kim White is an upper cervical and QSM3 chiropractor at Intelligent Balance Spinal Care, 2310 N. Molter Rd., Liberty Lake. For more information, call 509-924-4443 or visit IntelligentBalance.com or qsm3.com. See ad, page 6.

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These are tools kids can rely on for the rest of their lives, and use them to get back to their center.

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Kids Calm Themselves with Meditation by April Thompson

choolchildren are learning the calming effect of tuning into their minds and bodies through a pioneering program in Baltimore, Maryland, that’s replacing time outs and school detentions with mindful moments. Trained staff—including many former students—teach yoga, mindfulness practices, meditation, centering and breath work that empower kids to resolve conflicts peacefully. Brothers Atman and Ali Smith and

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friend Andres Gonzalez founded the nonprofit Holistic Life Foundation (HLF) in 2001 in response to the pressing need to help kids living in challenging urban environments better manage stress, anger and other heightened emotions. Today, the organization is sowing the seeds of mindfulness with some 7,500 students a week across 18 Baltimore-area schools, usually beginning through daylong, school-wide interventions and afterschool programs

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~Ali Smith supporting targeted populations. Frustrated kids cool off and center themselves through breathing exercises and meditation in the Mindful Moment Room in the HLF flagship Robert W. Coleman Elementary School. “Sometimes when I get mad, I just breathe deep. I picture being in a certain place I like and I just stop being mad… I think of being a bigger person and doing something maybe a wise man would do,” advises one fifth-grade participant. “When we had to take a big test, before I took it and in the middle, I took deep breaths to stay calm and finish the test. When everybody around you is making a lot of noises, you just try to tune them out and be yourself, do your breathing,” says another fifth-grader. The training starts with educators learning mindfulness techniques both to help their students and also manage their own stress in the classroom. “The program was a fantastic experience,” says Lori Gustovson, a teacher at Baltimore’s Lincoln Elementary School. “We integrated the exercises into our daily schedules, helping many students and

teachers focus their attention and regulate emotions such as anxiety, anger and frustration. We are a better school because of the time they spent in our classrooms teaching us the beauty of paying attention to breath, movement and each other,” she observes. Participating schools have reported fewer fights, better attendance and higher grades, among other benefits, according to Ali Smith, all results backed by independent research. Recent studies in schools from San Francisco to Columbus, Ohio, have shown that teaching kids mindfulness practices can heighten attentiveness, self-control and empathy, while reducing stress, hyperactivity and depression, and improving academic performance. The kids also apply their newfound skills at home. “To take ownership of the practice and understand the benefits, you have to know how to explain it, so we use a reciprocal teaching model,” says Ali. “We teach the kids to say, ‘Mom, Dad, you look stressed; can you take a breather with me?’”

Martin, a Lincoln Elementary student, was pleased to report, “I went to my house and taught my mom how to do all the things you guys taught us.” Virginia, another student, noted, “This morning I got mad at my dad, but then I remembered to breathe, and then I didn’t shout.” Other schools are following suit. Mindful Schools began in 2007 as a single-school program in Oakland, California, and then expanded to support online and in-person courses and a network of mindful educators spanning all 50 states and more than 100 coun-

tries. The David Lynch Foundation funds efforts to bring transcendental meditation to underserved kids in classrooms like the Brooklyn Urban Garden Charter School, in Queens, New York; Wilson High School, in Portland, Oregon; and Wayzata West Middle School, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, among others. Find easy instruction at Tinyurl.com/ MindfulnessStarterLesson. Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

Mindful Exercises This meditation exercise is recommended by the Holistic Life Foundation to help kids slow down, relax, de-stress or clear their heads:

Sit comfortably with one hand on your belly, with your head, neck and spine in alignment. Breathe through your nose. As you inhale, feel your belly expand and pause for a second. Then, exhale and feel the belly fall. Repeat for 10 breaths.

This mindfulness instruction is excerpted from a starter lesson at MindfulSchools.org:

Mindfulness is noticing what is happening in the present moment. It can help calm us when we are angry, sad or frustrated. It can help us notice when we are happy or grateful and also to focus, whether in school or in sports. It’s important to let our bodies be very still. When that happens, it gets very quiet. When we have still and quiet bodies, that’s what we call our mindful bodies. Now, let’s close our eyes and just sit like this for one minute. natural awakenings

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PASSAGE Conscious Dying as a Transformative, Healing Journey by Linda Sechrist

hen properly viewed, the thresholds of all of life’s transitional moments can be both emotionally and spiritually rewarding. Whether it involves marriage or birth, job loss or illness, gleaning insight from the experience can yield fresh perspective on how to live life more fully today, if we remain mindful and lovingly attentive through the process. Like birth, death is a transition we can wisely prepare for. In recent years, compassionate individuals and grassroots movements have emerged to help us conduct ourselves, heal and grow from losing a loved one or face our own passing. An increasing number of initiatives support a new model in palliative care that treats death not as a failure, but an expected aspect of 16

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the human experience. Each in its own way advocates for a grace-filled passage supported by dignified, caring and compassionate practices.

Profound Shift

The Conscious Dying Institute, in Boulder, Colorado, aims to restore death and dying to its natural place in the sacred circle of life. Its end-of-life literacy curriculum and certificate training programs are helping to create a new, wisdombased culture of healing teachers and end-of-life doulas that serve among the frontline caregivers and companions providing the comfort people want and need most. Founded by Tarron Estes, a healing artist, poet, Caritas coach and transformational learning educator, the institute is grounded in love, spiritual

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openness, compassion and a universal field of consciousness. “Training is open to nurses, physicians, clinicians, caregivers, family members, healthcare teams and anyone else interested in exploring what it means to die consciously,” says Estes. It attends to the provider’s inner awakening and helps them strengthen their ability to give spiritual, emotional, physical and practical care to anyone, helping to relieve pain, regardless of diagnosis. “Rather than curative care, it’s all about seeking to increase precious, meaningful moments, a sense of spiritual sanctity, beauty, interconnectedness and appreciation of life for the families and patients they serve. An end-of-life doula at bedside assures that families and loved ones can focus on what is most important,” explains Estes, who believes that our true nature lives within us as an unblemished jewel. Helping individuals become comfortable talking about death is the work of Dr. Karen Wyatt, of Dillon, Colorado, founder of the End of Life University, an online interview series with end-of-life care experts. She provides a trustworthy loving environment in monthly death cafés. The author of What Really Matters: 7 Lessons for Living from the Stories of Dying expands the conversation through related articles and podcasts at eolUniversity.com. Death cafés benefit from Wyatt’s experience as a hospice doctor. “There is never an agenda. Of the 10 to 12 people that generally join in, one is always a new caller, recently awakened to the idea of conscious dying or their own mortality. They’re seeking information and someone to talk to because family and friends aren’t interested. Some already embracing their mortality wish to explore their thoughts with others. Some callers join just to listen,” advises Wyatt. Because death in the West has become a commercialized, medical event with funeral home packages the norm, Wyatt recommends the National Home Funeral Alliance to those interested in a deeper understanding of options and resources for a gentler model. The nonprofit, grassroots movement and its members, such as Sacred Crossings, in Los Angeles, seek to restore the lost

Exploring the Mystery

For more than 40 years, philosopher, psychologist and physician Raymond Moody’s life work has been acknowledging the mysteries and validating the unexplainable events at the end of life. His seminal bestseller Life After Life appeared in 1975. Lisa Smartt’s mentorship by Moody led them to co-found FinalWordsProject.org. She’s also authored Words at the Threshold, a study of the nonsensical, metaphorical and paradoxical language and visions of the dying. Moody and Smartt agree that by better understanding the unique language patterns related to end of life we can share more deeply and build bridges with our beloveds throughout the dying process. “When we do so, we offer greater support to the dying and ameliorate our own experience of loss as they cross the threshold,” remarks Smartt. Like William Peters, founder of the Shared Crossings Project, in Santa Barbara, California, they caution that compassionate etiquette during events at death is important. “Assume that levels of awareness exist in the dying so that our energy and presence are felt and our voices heard,” advises Moody. “Respect your words and actions, regardless of the person’s state of consciousness. Be a compassionate listener and validate their vision. Don’t pretend to intellectualize or explain anything.”

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art and healing ritual of a home funeral by preserving the rights of families to provide home after-death care. Supporting and educating interested families is the mission of Sacred Crossings founder Rev. Olivia Rosemarie Bareham. The certified death midwife and home funeral guide draws from her experiences as an auxiliary nurse and hospice volunteer to assist families with end-of-life planning, death midwifery and arrangements for an at-home vigil and funeral, as well as cremation and burial choices. “We also offer sacred singing to help ease a loved one’s transition. Music by a bedside soloist or choir before, during and after death can be deeply relaxing and comforting, and even provide pain relief,” advises Bareham.

We rediscover that in order to die well, we must live well. Dying gracefully is the result of a mindful, day-to-day journey—a culmination of informed choices, honest discussions and deference to the hallowed fragility of nature’s life-death cycles. ~William Rosa Dianne Gray, president and executive director of the Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Foundation, also owns Hospice and Healthcare Communications. “The dying often wish to leave here surrounded by peace and harmony. They choose to let go of contentiousness and often wish family members would do the same, which is facilitated by mapping out Advance Directives according to the final wishes of the patient,” says Gray. Questions she frequently addresses in public talks and Death Over Dinner party conversations include: the necessity of finishing unfinished business; bringing closure to unresolved relationship issues; finding words to express our compassion; soothing the sense of impending loss; and managing to take only love with us to the other side, yet leave enough of it behind to help loved ones through their grieving process. She cautions that no matter how well we plan for death, things don’t always go as planned. “Sometimes no matter how many

advance care conversations have taken place, discord can dismantle the best laid plans. It requires the tough work of compassionate communications. Friends and families need to remember that this is the patient’s end-of-life experience, not theirs. It is possible to find peace in the midst of conflict, understanding that the one leaving overwhelmingly wishes for a peaceful passing, including peace within the family.” The Death Over Dinner initiative, founded by Michael Hebb in 2013, has been hosted by groups in more than 20 countries to help people engage in conversations on “how we want to die”—the most vital and costly discussion Americans aren’t having (DeathOverDinner.org/stories).

Practical Plans

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and its 360 Degrees of Financial Literacy program offer a free downloadable national Guide to Financial Decisions: Implementing an End-ofLife Plan at Tinyurl.com/EssentialPlanNeeds. It includes basic descriptions of issues that arise as we age beyond retirement and details the critical documents needed for the individual, dependents, property, assets, estate planning, wills and trusts. It also addresses issues related to advance, treatment and do-not-resuscitate directives, insurance, types of funerals and costs, and Social Security, Medicare and veterans’ benefits. Guidelines suggest consulting with a certified public accountant or personal financial planning specialist. The latest innovation is the blessing of a living funeral, a celebration of life while the honoree is present to hear the eulogies, praises and farewells before they depart. AgingWithDignity.org provides a downloadable Five Wishes document, a popular advance directive, or living will that covers personal, spiritual, medical and legal aspects. It’s easy to use and can serve as a family guide to prompt conversations about personal care preferences in the event of serious illness. New York Times journalist Mark Leibovich wrote about how Massachusetts Senator Edward Kennedy chose to spend his final weeks in pursuit of a “good ending.” As death approached,

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As many as 80 percent of us say we want to die at home.

Writing Our Legacy

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by Linda Sechrist

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

n their books Caring for the Dying and Having the Last Say, authors Henry FerskoWeiss and Alan Gelb, respectively, advocate reviewing our life and writing a short narrative to explore its value as we approach our final act of Earth’s play. Processing experiences from the past and what they mean at this juncture presents us an opportunity to achieve greater clarity and integrate them in a positive way in our life story. According to Fersko-Weiss, it has the power to reduce depression, increase life satisfaction, promote acceptance of self and enhance integrity of spirit, no matter what phase of life we are in. The harvesting of life experiences should reflect our true humanity—flaws and all—and what we’ve learned through mistakes and failures, as well as triumphs. Conveying a compelling mythic family story, values we’ve lived by and our embrace of meaningful relationships will help the people we know understand that, for all its difficulties and complexities, life is worth living. Our narrative, whether recorded as an essay or scripted video, becomes an act of praise for the gift of the life we’ve led, imperfect as it may have been. It can also serve as a potential keepsake that passes along life lessons and values from one generation to another. Gelb suggests that summing up what’s most important to us in 500 to 1,000 words can be an experience to savor and enjoy at a reflective time in life, an opportunity to capture our legacy and even serve as our own eulogy. When we want a loved one no longer here to feel near to us and hear them one last time, it’s a way for them to literally have the last say, he adds.

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Idaho Hospice of North Idaho, 9493 N. Government Way, Hayden, 208-772-7994; HospiceOfNorthIdaho.org. See ad, page 14. Kindred at Home, 1230 N. Northwood Center Ct. Ste. C, Coeur d’Alene, 208-667-5470; KindredHealthCare.com.

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Kennedy told friends that he wanted to take stock of his life and enjoy the gift of his remaining days with the people he loved most. As a result, he continued enjoying his morning ritual of reading newspapers while drinking coffee, playing with his dogs, watching James Bond movies with his wife and holding family dinners and sing-alongs near nightly. He reveled in his bedside view of Nantucket Sound, sailed when he could and ate lots of his favorite ice cream. His mantra was, “Every day is a gift.” “As our time winds down, we all seek comfort in simple pleasures—companionship, everyday routines, the taste of good food, the warmth of sunlight on our faces,” remarks Boston’s Dr. Atul Gawande in Being Mortal. “If we strive in our final months for independence, companionship, mindful attention, dignity, wisdom, joy, love and freedom from pain, we have the power to make those days less miserable, confusing and frightening.” In these many ways, we can manage to gently embrace and tenderly navigate life’s final transition with grace and love.

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Delivering Comfort as the Journey of Life Winds Down by Sheila Julson

ntil the midcentury, many people died at home in familiar, comforting settings. Through medical advances and changing family structures, dying at institutions such as hospitals and nursing facilities became commonplace. However, the pendulum is swinging back, thanks to strides in hospice and palliative care—an offshoot of the hospice model designed for those with long-term illness. Through efforts by organizations such as Hospice of North Idaho, patients can stay in their homes as death nears or illness looms while receiving psychological and spiritual support along the way. Hospice of North Idaho has served the families of Kootenai, Shoshone and Benewah counties since 1981. As the area’s only nonprofit hospice organization helping people regardless of ability to pay, the organization also operates the six-year-old Schneidmiller House. The 14-room inpatient unit facility has private accommodations for patients and their loves ones. Licensed social workers Kelly Rey and Kelly Hurt both have extensive careers working with people in end-of-life situations, and they were drawn to Hospice of North Idaho’s nonprofit model. “Our hospice program is 36 years old, and our palliative care program serves acute chronically ill patients in the community,” says Rey. “Palliative care is a community-based program, so we do not bill any insurance. It’s a free service where we have a nurse and social worker go out to visit with clients.” The organization balances nursing care with spiritual and holistic aspects related to dying. Spiritual Care Coordinator Jennifer Hackenbruch

begins the process by informing clients of the organization’s services and offering spiritual and emotional support. If clients are part of a faithbased organization, Hackenbruch reaches out to leaders of those groups to arrange a visit for the patient. “My main role is to visit patients and listen and talk about the end of life process,” Hackenbruch explains. “I ask them if they said all of their ‘I love you’s’ and ‘good-byes,’ or if there anything left unsaid that needs to be said. I also offer support to the families. It’s different with every patient, and I meet them where they’re at. I do not bring my own spiritual beliefs into the room.” Rey notes a societal shift in how people handle discussion about end-oflife care, as well as differences between rural and urban dwellers. “Those who live far into the woods or mountains are more apt to have the attitude that they’re okay with everything, and that nature brought them peace. In populated areas, I didn’t hear that as much.” Building trusting relationships can open the door to honest conversations about dying and finding spiritual peace. Hurt observes that once a comfort level is reached between patients and their social workers and health care providers, patients and their families soon discover they’re not alone on the difficult journey. “Everyone I’ve worked with who is dying is always thinking about it, but not everyone wants to talk about it,” she says. “Sometimes patients want to talk about it but don’t, because they don’t want to hurt their families. It can be very difficult to get that dialogue going, but our team brings in different personalities that offer different aspects

of death and dying—the physical, the spiritual the emotional—and as a team, we’re all there.” Hospice of North Idaho’s pool of 200 volunteers offers support such as sitting with patients at bedside and reading to them, running errands, or bringing in pets for companionship. “It’s building a healing connection,” Rey says. “When you’re dying, you’re so vulnerable and everything is coming to a head—your fears, your uncertainties—but our staff comes in to let people know that we’re in this together.” A comprehensive bereavement department at Hospice of North Idaho offers support groups and services for adults and children, their families and the community. At the Schneidmiller House, people can enjoy soup, cookies or coffee and find solstice in the meditation room, library or the outdoor waterfall. Construction is underway for a new building on the Schneidmiller House campus that will serve as a resource center with spiritual education programs, bereavement groups, caregiver support and more. A ticketed black-tie fundraising gala will take place February 3, featuring local food, hundreds of wines and a live auction. “Most people who come have a hospice connection or a story to share,” says Director of Communication Denna Grangaard. “The room is filled with love and appreciation about human connection. It’s beautiful energy.” Hospice of North Idaho is located at 9493 N. Government Way, in Hayden. For more information, call 208-7727994 or visit HospiceOfNorthIdaho.org. See ad, page 14. Sheila Julson is a Milwaukee-based freelance writer and contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the country.

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Optimal Bone Exercises

Bouncing, Leaping and Lunging Our Way to Bone Health by Kathleen Barnes

Success in the quest for stronger bones is possible at any age.

Start and Stay Young

“Peak bone strength is reached by the age of 30, so it’s vital for young people to engage in dynamic impact movement through their teen years and 20s,” says Sherri Betz, chair of the American Physical Therapy Association bone health group, a doctor of physical therapy and geriatric-certified specialist with a private practice in Santa Cruz, California.

Engaging in sports during our youthful developing years helps build strong, wide and dense bones that will carry us well into old age, literally giving us a firmer base to stand on. It’s paramount to encourage children and young people to be physically active and for us all to continue with athletic activities throughout adulthood to preserve the bone health peak we reach at age 30.

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The most common way of testing bone density is a DEXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) scan. The result is called a T-score and is one case where a zero is perfect. A score of +1.0 to -1.0 is considered normal. A score between -1.0 and -2.5 is considered osteopenia, or weakened bones. A score lower than -2.5 indicates some level of osteoporosis. The National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends bone density testing for women and men older than 65 and 70, respectively, and those that are petite, prone to breaking bones or have other risk factors. For more information, visit Tinyurl.com/BoneDensityTest. 20

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BUILDING BETTER BONES

“Adulthood is a perfectly good time to start building and improving bone fitness and health. The outcome is just a little bit less,” says Steven A. Hawkins, Ph.D., a professor of exercise science at California Lutheran University, in Thousand Oaks. “Bone responds to exercise much like muscle,” explains Larry Tucker, Ph.D., professor of exercise sciences at Brigham Young University, in Provo, Utah. “Bone doesn’t grow, per se, but like muscle, it does get denser and stronger according to the stresses and strains put on it.” “The key is to put a heavy load on bones to stimulate them to grow,” Hawkins notes. Standing exercises are recommended, because the bones most likely to benefit from strengthening exercise are 30 targeted leg and hip bones, says Tucker. “Surprising the bone is your best bet,” points out Betz. “Don’t do the same things over and over again at the same time, either repetitive exercises like running or weight lifting or consistent combinations; even high-intensity exercise can diminish the effects.” The most highly recommended exercises involve those that require changing directions, bouncing and leaping—from basketball to lively dances, and even some intense yoga postures. Hopping and jumping are probably the best way to strengthen bones, but must be done in the proper way, according to Tucker and others. Research by Tucker’s team published in the American Journal of Health Promotion studied the effects of jumping on hip bone density in premenopausal women. It may seem counterintuitive, but Tucker reports that most benefits are gained from jumping as high as possible, resting 30 seconds and repeating up to 10 times twice a day in intervals at least eight hours apart. “If you jump continuously, the exercise loses effectiveness pretty quickly,” he says. Those that enjoy circuit training should do something else during the 30-second rests between repetitions, Tucker advises. Because it’s the jolt of jumping that stimulates bone strength, using a mini-trampoline or another cushioning device to lessen impact on the body won’t increase bone density.

Yoga doesn’t involve bouncing or jumping for the most part, but it can be helpful in maintaining strong bones, says Sherri Betz, a Santa Cruz, California, physical therapist and Pilates and yoga instructor. “Poses, including the tree, chair, warrior, triangle, half moon and sun salute, need to be as dynamic as possible and focus on leg strengthening and spine extension.

Betz cautions against starting a jumping program too quickly. “Proper alignment, balance and body awareness come first,” she says. “Do 20 to 25 heel raises in a row, a full squat with good alignment and a full lunge to ready the body for a jumping program.” Such strengthening safeguards against falling and injury.

Walking Isn’t It

Walking, running, weight training and other repetitive exercises don’t improve bone density, says Hawkins. “Walk and do other repetitive exercises for cardiovascular health and general fitness. While these might help maintain current bone strength, they won’t improve bone density.” Walking reduced the risk of hip fracture by 41 percent for postmenopausal women walking four hours a week, with fewer falls due to improved strength, balance and other factors per the Journal of the American Medical Association. Numerous studies confirm that exercise of any kind keeps us healthy, but for bone health, the answer is to start weight-bearing exercises early and sustain the practice for a lifetime. Kathleen Barnes is a health writer and author of The Calcium Lie II: What Your Doctor Still Doesn’t Know, with Dr. Robert Thompson. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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Yoga for Bones inspiration

by Marianne Williamson

ur deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, “Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?” Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do.

We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others. From A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of A Course in Miracles by Marianne Williamson.

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Headache and Pain Free Thanks to Upper Cervical Care by Amber McKenzie

from a car accident I was in 40 years ago,” eresa Hodapp is no stranger to physiHodapp says with surprise. cal labor. Over the course of her Intelligent Balance specializes in upper 40-year career, she has been drawn cervical care and Quantum Spinal Mechanto jobs that require heavy lifting.“I was ics, which offers a less invasive treatment 90 pounds working in a bakery throwing compared to traditional chiropractic. “I laid around 50 pounds of flour like it was nothdown on the table, and Dr. Callaway very ing,” she says with a laugh. gently pressed on my neck and I remember Despite having scoliosis, hip and back thinking, ‘oh wow, is this really going to pain, arthritis throughout her body, migraine work?’” She laughs, “Every chiropractor headaches for over 40 years and chronic tortibefore had cracked my neck and back, but collis, a painful neurological disorder causing Teresa Hodapp not this one.” After her initial visit, Hodapp pain in her neck and shoulder, Hodapp kept says she got in her car to drive home and immediately on working. She was committed to dealing with her ailments realized the pain in her back was completely gone, and naturally through supplements and chiropractic. “Instead she no longer had the nagging headache. “Okay, but of Botox injections for my chronic torticollis, I took Magdon’t get too excited,” she told herself. “I went to sleep nesium,” she says. “I’d been told by doctors that there was that night pain free, headache free, and I slept better than nothing they could do, so I learned to live with it.” I’d slept in years.” But then in March she fell down a set of slate stairs Hodapp continues to go in for treatments once a and broke her tailbone. Two weeks later, she returned to week, and has found relief from not only her back pain work but noticed she had developed a nagging headache and headaches, but also her migraines and shoulder pain that refused to go away. “After several months of feeling miserable, my husband asked how I was doing,” she says, due to toricollis. “It’s incredible how much better I feel,” she says. “These doctors are amazing and have given me “and I told him that if I just got rid of this headache, I my life back, and now I tell everyone I know!” would be so much better.” Desperate for relief, she made an appointment at Intelligent Balance Spinal Care, in Liberty Lake, on the recommendation of a friend. “I was Intelligent Balance Spinal Care is located at 2310 N. able to get in on the same day, which was great,” she says. Molter Rd., Ste. 108, in Liberty Lake. For more informa“Dr. Larry Callaway took X-rays and told me I had two tion, call 509-924-4443 or visit IntelligentBalance.com. compression fractures in my neck, which was probably See ad, page 6. ~Advertorial~

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Fermented foods are meant to be eaten as condiments, not consumed in large quantities. Overdoing such intake might cause bloating, cramping and other digestion problems.

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Fermented Foods Revival Rediscover Probiotic-Rich Foods by Judith Fertig

Colorful jars of fermented Korean kimchee, Indian chutney, German sauerkraut and bottles of kombucha line many grocery store shelves today. We’re in the midst of a fermented food revival.

Grassroots Groundswell

“I grew up in New York City as the grandson of immigrants from Belarus, and sauerkraut and pickles were common foods I always loved, but neither my grandparents nor anyone else I knew made them,” says Sandor Katz. This Woodbury, Tennessee, writer who travels the world giving related workshops is credited with bringing fermented foods back into the limelight. He explains, “I am self-taught and learned to ferment by experimentation. It was that first successful batch of sauerkraut that sparked my obsession. I also love eating cheese, beer, chocolate, coffee, yogurt and many other products of fermentation.” Kirsten and Christopher Shockey, the authors of Fermented Vegetables: Creative Recipes for Fermenting 64

Vegetables & Herbs in Krauts, Kimchis, Brined Pickles, Chutneys, Relishes & Pastes, homestead in Oregon’s Jackson Valley. “A fateful Christmas gift—a ceramic crock full of bubbling, fermenting cabbage under the tree, funky fermenty smell and all,” first piqued their interest, Kirsten recalls. “Eventually, we started our own small farmstead fermentation company.” Christopher explains that the combination of salt and shredded or chopped vegetables can launch the production of probiotic lactic acid bacteria that preserves the food and drives off “bad bacteria”. Jennifer McGruther, who lives in the Pacific Northwest, is the author of The Nourished Kitchen cookbook, an offshoot of her blog of the same name. Her first batch of fermented food was yogurt. Now she visits her local farm-

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

ers’ market every Saturday before spending Sunday prepping foods for the rest of the week. “Traditional foods like fermented vegetables, yogurt or kombucha don’t take long to prepare; they take time to culture, but it’s so rewarding,” she says.

How Much Is Enough?

Fermented foods offer a variety of positive effects on health. “If you’re consuming a diet rich in fermented foods, you’re essentially bathing your GI tract in healthy, food-related organisms,” says food research scientist Robert Hutkins, Ph.D., a professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Fermented foods with live probiotics can also improve brain function, according to a study in the journal Gastroenterology. Fermented foods are meant to be eaten as condiments, not consumed in large quantities. Overdoing such intake might cause bloating, cramping and other digestion problems. Dr. Leonard Smith, a gastrointestinal and vascular surgeon and medical advisor for the University of Miami Department of Integrative Medicine, recommends “a half-cup of cultured vegetables or two ounces of your favorite probiotic liquid per day to start.” He says it’s possible to eventually work up to having a serving of cultured vegetables and probiotic liquids at every meal, or possibly as a between-meal snack. Christopher Shockey adds, “We don’t see these foods as a ‘medicine’ to be eaten daily because you have to force yourself; instead, we see it as a fun, delicious, easy, healthful addition to mealtime.” Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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A Few Fermented Recipes to Start by Judith Fertig

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ermented foods are well known for building gut health. Now a growing body of research shows that they improve immunity, brain and heart functions,” says Michelle Schoffro Cook, Ph.D. The board-certified doctor of natural medicine, certified herbalist and author blogs from Vancouver, Canada. Get started with these simple, plantbased recipes from her latest book, The Cultured Cook: Delicious Fermented Foods with Probiotics to Knock Out Inflammation, Boost Gut Health, Lose Weight & Extend Your Life.

Salvadoran Salsa Yields: about 1 quart This gingery and spicy salsa, also known as curtido, is a traditional Salvadoran food. The twist here is added turmeric and green apple. Serve on its own, as a condiment with chips, on sausages or over salad. Maybe mix a couple of heaping spoonfuls with freshly mashed avocado for a fresh take on guacamole. /2 green cabbage 1 to 2 carrots 1 green apple, cored and quartered One 2-inch piece fresh ginger 1 /2 cayenne chili 1 /2 small purple or red onion One 2-inch piece fresh turmeric 3 Tbsp unrefined fine or 6 Tbsp unrefined coarse sea salt 1 quart (or liter) filtered water 1

Use a food processor with a coarse grating blade to shred the cabbage, carrots, apple, ginger, chili, onion and turmeric. (Consider wearing food-safe gloves to avoid touching the chili.) Transfer to a crock or a large glass or ceramic bowl, and mix well. In a pitcher or large measuring cup, dissolve the salt in the water, stirring if necessary to dissolve the salt. Pour the saltwater over the salsa mixture until all ingredients are submerged, leaving a couple of inches at the top for expansion. Place a snug-fitting plate inside the crock or bowl over the salsa-water mixture; then weigh it down with food-safe weights or a bowl or jar of water, so the vegetables remain submerged under the brine as they ferment. Cover with a lid or a cloth, and allow it to ferment five to seven days, checking periodically to ensure the salsa is still submerged below the water line. If any mold forms on the surface, simply scoop it out. It won’t spoil the salsa unless it gets deeper inside the crock. (It may form where the mixture meets the air, but it rarely forms deeper.) After one week, put the salsa in jars or a bowl, cover and place in the fridge, where it usually lasts up to a year.

Vegan Kefir Yields: about 1 quart Traditional kefir is made with cow’s milk, but can be made with plantbased milks like cashew, almond, sunflower seed or coconut. The sweetener feeds the kefir microbes, leaving minimal sugar in the end product. The grains will grow over time; only about one tablespoon of kefir grains is needed to keep the kefir going; remove

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the extras to eat, give to friends or add to compost. 1 quart (or liter) filtered water 1 /2 cup raw, unsalted cashews 1 tsp coconut sugar, pure maple syrup or agave nectar 1 Tbsp kefir grains (a natural starter, available at health food stores and online) Mandarin sections for garnish (optional) Use a blender to blend the water, cashews and coconut sugar (or maple syrup or agave nectar) until it’s smooth and creamy. Pour the cashew milk into a 1½- to 2-quart glass jar, making sure it is less than two-thirds full. Add the kefir grains, stir and then place the cap on the jar. Leave the jar at room temperature for 24 to 48 hours, gently shaking it periodically. The cashew milk will become somewhat bubbly, then will begin to coagulate and separate; shake it to remix the kefir or scoop out the thicker curds and use them like soft cheese or sour cream. Refrigerate up to one week. When ready to serve, pour the kefir into a glass and garnish the rim with mandarin orange sections, if desired.

Fermented Chopped Salad Yields: about 6 cups Unlike other salads, this version stores for many months in the fridge. Serve

on its own or toss it in vinaigrette and serve over brown rice for a quick and nutritious rice bowl dinner. 1 radish, finely chopped 1 /2 small onion, finely chopped 1 turnip, chopped into 1/2-inch chunks 1 carrot, chopped into 1/2-inch chunks 3 small apples, chopped into 1 /2-inch chunks Handful of green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths 1 rutabaga, chopped into 1 /2-inch chunks 1 to 2 grape leaves, kale leaves or other large leafy greens (optional) 3 Tbsp unrefined fine or 6 Tbsp unrefined coarse sea salt 1 quart (or liter) filtered water In a medium bowl, mix the radish, onion, turnip, carrot, apples, green beans and rutabaga; then transfer to a small crock. Place the grape leaves or other leafy greens on top of the chopped ingredients to help hold them under the brine; then weigh the mix down with foodsafe weights or a jar or bowl of water. In a pitcher or large measuring cup, dissolve the salt in the water, stirring if necessary to dissolve the salt. Pour the brine over the salad, cover with a lid or cloth, and let ferment for one week. Remove the covering, weights and grape leaves or other leafy greens. Dish out into jars or a bowl, cover and refrigerate, where the salad should last six to 12 months. Recipes and photos are courtesy of Michelle Schoffro Cook and New World Library; visit DrMichelleCook.com.

Kombucha Making a Tasty Comeback by Andrea Correa

ombucha, pronounced (kom-boo-cha), a delicious fermented beverage that has enjoyed widespread popularity in health food circles for years, is quickly gaining in mainstream popularity. Originating in East Asia more than 2,000 years ago, it was often referred to as an “immortal health elixir” by the Chinese, which often looked to nature for cures to common ailments. Kombucha is a slightly effervescent, fermented drink made from a base of black tea, sugar and a symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY). The tea is fermented for two to three weeks, during which time the SCOBY consumes the sugar and caffeine from the base tea and replaces it with healthy enzymes, antioxidants and vitamins. Diehard Kombucha drinkers stick with the traditional formula, which is devoid of outside flavors. Those new to the beverage may opt for the flavored varieties created by infusing fresh fruits and spices into the tea. Some popular Bare Culture Kombucha flavors include paradise ginger, acai pomegranate, peach berry mango, goji pear, hibiscus lavender, lychee passion and tart cherry mint, to name a few. The public is starting to catch on to what those in the Far East new centuries ago; this drink is super-healthy. It’s full of probiotics for efficient digestion, antioxidants that build up gut and immune systems and glucosamines that strengthen joints. In addition, it’s detoxifying, boosting liver health and is high in B vitamins, which increase energy levels and allow a more healthy mental state. The low sugar content makes it a great alternative to soda; ideal for those watching their waistlines. Kombucha can be found at most grocery stores in the health food section or at home by brave consumers that make their own. With all its health benefits, it appears the West has finally caught up—better late than never. Andrea Correa is the accounts director (and kombucha aficionado) at Bare Culture Kombucha, 1701 N. 4th St., Coeur d’Alene, ID. For more information, call 208-664-3480 or visit BareCulture.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide, page 30.

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Dogs at Work Finding the Right Dog for the Job by Sandra Murphy

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A 7-year-old hound and canine-style Houdini named Gumby was adopted seven times, surrendered to the shelter eight times and thrice became a stray. An unprecedented 11 return trips to the Charleston Animal Society, in South Carolina, convinced the staff he prefers shelter life. Now his selfappointed job is comforting and helping new arrivals adjust to their temporary home. Dentist April Patterson owns Dr. Patty’s Dental Boutique and Spa, in Fort Lauderdale. After attending a local Humane Society fashion show, she returned to her office with Oliver, a four-pound Pomeranian mix of undetermined age. This cutie’s job is to steady nervous patients. “It wasn’t planned,” says Patterson. “Oliver will bark nonstop when left alone, but being one of the staff makes him happy. Meeting Oliver is part of our hiring process.” Dory, a yellow Labrador certified therapy dog, is approved by the San Diego district attorney’s office to offer aid in court when a victim or witness testifies in front of the defendant. “Dory was the first court support dog in California and the city’s first of five dog and handler teams,” says Kathleen Lam, a retired attorney and dog handler. “The dogs undergo rigorous testing to demonstrate good behavior in court. Handlers work on long downs and stays, including hand signals.” Dory recently accompanied an 8-year-old girl testifying against her father; he had killed his wife in front of her two years before.

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ian School of Rescue Dogs, is the largest national organization in Italy to train dogs Deemed “too large to sell,” Bert, a and handlers for water rescue. Helicopchocolate Pomeranian, wound up in ters can often reach a swimmer in distress an Oklahoma shelter. Kathy Grayson, owner more quickly than a boat. The dog jumps of The Hole, a New York City art gallery, saw out to circle the victim until they can grab his photo on Petfinder.com and fell in love. her harness before swimming to shore or a She immediately traveled to adopt him. Bert, human partner. Mas, the first certified water whom she characterizes as quiet, refined and rescue operative recognized by Italy, France perfectly suited to the art world, loves being and Switzerland port authorities and coast at the gallery and has attended art fairs in guards, went on to train her successors. major U.S. cities. Follow Bert’s adventures via Bloodhounds are renowned for their Instagram.com/bertiebertthepom. super sniffers. Lou, a nine-year K9 veteran, “Edie, a boxer mix puppy, started trainon Pennsylvania’s West York Borough ing as an assistance dog, but her personalPolice Department force, ultimately apity proved better suited to the hospitality plied for retirement, passing the harness to Dory, the first court support industry,” says Julie Abramovic Kunes, Prince, a 3-month-old bloodhound. Prince dog in California. public relations manager for the Fairmont was sworn in by District Judge Jennifer J.P. Hotel, in Berkeley, California. Kunes’ Edie was hired by the Clancy in her Spring Garden Township courtroom. The Fairmont Pittsburgh Hotel in 2011, before making the caceremony emphasizes a K9’s status in the community and reer move west with her in 2017. A former shelter dog, Edie within law enforcement. Paired with Officer Scott Musselgreets visitors as a community ambassador. man for eight months of training, the duo will work with the Missing Child Task Force. courtesy of Kathleen Lam

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Normie, the Hospice Therapy Dog by Amber McKenzie

the nursing home that Normie is visiting, and ormie, a 3-year-old English cream golden rethe other residents will file out of their rooms triever therapy dog whose job is to provide to see him,” says Wilson. “Many residents that comfort and companionship to children and normally don’t talk will reminisce about their adults in therapeutic settings and hospice care, is own pets from the past and ask lots of questions part of Hospice of North Idaho’s Pet Pals DeLong about Normie. It’s so fun to watch.” Companion Animal Program, established in In addition to working with older adults in memory of local veterinarian and animal lover, hospice care, Normie also supports kids every Dr. David DeLong, who passed away in 2008. summer at the Hospice Camp for Grieving Chil“The mission of the Pet Pals program is to condren. “Normie provides unconditional love and nect hospice clients with certified therapy pets comfort for the kids when they first arrive, and to bring comfort, companionship and emotional is a great icebreaker for camp counselors,” Wilsolace,” says Denna Grangaard, director of comson explains. “I believe that the best therapists munication at Hospice of North Idaho. Normie aren’t always people. Normie is non-judgmental Normie began training to be a therapy and loves everyone, and is very receptive to dog when he was just a year old. “His greathugs and even kisses from kids who aren’t necessarily ready est strength is immediately knowing what people need from to talk to someone yet.” him,” says Katie Wilson, a clinical therapist and Normie’s When not providing comfort care, Normie is Wilson’s handler. “He’s just a big, goofy dog that kids and adults abso- family pet. “He enjoys jogging, hiking and romping with lutely love to be around.” other dogs at the dog park,” Wilson says with a smile. “And Normie and Wilson currently volunteer weekly with he really enjoys meal time!” Glenn Erickson, a nursing home resident who is in hospice care, and due to his illness, is non-communicative. “When Hospice of North Idaho is located at 9493 N. Government I walk in with Normie, Glenn’s eyes light up,” says Wilson. Way, in Hayden. For more information about the Pet Pals “Rather than talk and visit, he enjoys having Normie close DeLong Animal Companion program, call 208-772-7994 or so he can pet him.” And Erickson isn’t the only one who visit HospiceOfNorthIdaho.org. See ad, page 14. benefits from Normie’s visits. “Oftentimes, word gets out in natural awakenings

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3 Seven Natural Easy Solutions to Stress – 6-8pm. Join Sandy and Barry Philbin for an interactive session to identify areas of stress that may be causing physical and emotional imbalances in your body. $25/ ticket. My Fresh Basket, 1030 West Summit Pkwy, Spokane. Register: MyFreshSpokane.com/Events.

Revitalize You! HeartMath Course – 10am-noon. Reduce stress, realign with your heart and ignite your passion for life during this four-week Saturday morning course offered by HeartMath certified coach, Rebecca Knight. Introductory registration fee: $125 (regular $275) includes book, individualized coaching, customized revitalization plan and coffee/pastries. Coeur d’Alene, ID. Info/register/text/call: 208-215-1231.

Your Dependent with Special Needs Lunch and Presentation – Noon-1pm. Presented by Mary McDirmid, special care planner for MassMutual and Randi Johnson, managing attorney for Lilac City Law. Learn how taking steps now can help arrange for a loved one’s well-being today and tomorrow. Free. Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W 8th Ave, Mother Joseph Rm L3, Spokane. RSVP: 509-474-4594 or Brenda.Hunter@Providence.org. Shop the Store Nutrition Class: Gut Health Quick Guide – 5-5:30pm. Join nutrition and wellness experts from the Metabolic Institute for a 30-minute, interactive, in-store shopping event. Receive instore discount that evening. Free. My Fresh Basket, 1030 W Summit Pkwy, Spokane. 509-558-2100. MyFreshSpokane.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13 Beyond Pink Designer Bra Fashion Show and Live Auction – 5-9pm. Guests will have the opportunity to peruse the best silent auction in town, sip on complimentary wine, enjoy plentiful hors d’œuvres, and bid on Spokane’s most entertaining live auction. They give all of the money back to women in this community to save lives. $55/ticket. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W Spokane Falls Blvd. BeyondPink.net.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14 7Roots Wellness Retreat – 9am-4:30pm. Experience a day of wellness, rejuvenation and community. Apply the 7Roots principles of water, breath, yoga, meditation, massage, nutrition and Ayurveda to create energy and find happiness. Ashlee Rowland, local nutritionist, will prepare healthy food. Intro price $105 (regular $175). 23801 E Appleway Ave, Ste 220 (middle door), Liberty Lake. 509-979-2223. 7RootsLife.com. Holistic Health and Psychic Fair – 10am-4pm. The Metaphysical Research Society is holding their holistic health and psychic fair that includes tarot and angel readings, premier astrologists, gem stone healing, intuitive energy connections, chair massages, custom-made jewelry and more. $20. Readings and body work included. Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S Bernard St, Spokane. MRSSpokane.com. Natural Grocers Quick Class: Celebrate Squash – Noon-12:30pm. Despite its name, winter squash is about as fall as you can get. With 11 varieties to choose from, including pumpkin, fall is the perfect time to celebrate squash. Roast it, steam it or puree it and come learn all about this favorite fall food and why it’s truly good for you. Natural Grocers,

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Spokane Oktoberfest – Oct 27-29. All day. Serving up food, German music, entertainment and fun, including Wiener dog races. Family-friendly. Games for all ages. Make new friends, learn new customs and sing a few songs. Benefiting the German American Society of Spokane. Tickets: OktoberfestAtTheRiver.com.

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31 4603 N Division St, Spokane. 509-489-9900. NaturalGrocers.com. Junk 2 Funk Kids Trashion Show – 1pm. Ninth annual kids trashion show. $5/ticket. Fraternal Order of Eagles, 209 E Sherman Ave, Coeur d’Alene, ID. 208-667-9093. KEAlliance.org. KEA@ KEAlliance.org. Experience the Power of Sound – 6-7:15pm. Join for sound healing techniques that activate each chakra, massage your subtle bodies, and resonate with the higher frequencies of consciousness. $20. Spokane Yoga Shala, 731 S Garfield St. 509-8380545. SpokaneYogaShala.com. Ninth Annual Junk 2 Funk – 6:30pm. Enjoy a collection of eco-friendly fashions by local artists. All runway creations are made from everyday junk, trash and recycled materials. Tickets on sale. Fraternal Order of Eagles, 209 E Sherman Ave, Coeur d’Alene, ID. 208-667-9093. KEAlliance.org. KEA@KEAlliance.org.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20 Public Sound Bath – 6:30-8:30pm. With Geoffrey Torkington. This public event is an introduction to the 20-hour immersion course in Himalayan singing bowls taught by Torkington. Participants will experience the beauty and profound effects of these harmonic instruments. $15. Spokane Yoga Shala, 731 S Garfield St. 509-838-0545. Register: SpokaneYogaShala.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 7Roots Wellness Retreat – 9am-4:30pm. See Oct 14 listing. 23801 E Appleway Ave, Ste 220 (middle door), Liberty Lake. 509-979-2223. 7RootsLife.com. Level I Immersion in Himalayan Singing Bowls – Oct 21-22. 9am-8pm, Sat; 9am-7pm, Sun. This 20-hour immersion is a perfect opportunity for beginners as well as those with experience with the instrument. This course is a life-changer and opens the door to next steps in the field of sound therapy. $260 by 10/6; $300/thereafter. Spokane Yoga Shala, 731 S Garfield St. 509-838-0545. Register: SpokaneYogaShala.com.

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Trunk-or-Treat – 5-7pm. Bring the kids to trick-ortreat Halloween-themed car trunks filled with treats, spooky surprises and allergy-free foods. Spin the wheel of bargains and win prizes and gift cards. In addition to regular Halloween trunks, there’ll be vegan, nutfree, celiac, and organic trunks. Free. Spokane Valley Grocery Outlet, 12115 E Sprague Ave. 509-703-7185 or Facebook.com/SpokaneValleyGroceryOutlet.

plan ahead SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3 Farm and Food Expo – Nov 3-4. Hosted by the Spokane Conservation District, the expo features more than 75 lectures, classes and presentations and presentations by Jean-Martin Fortier and Curtis Stone. $25-$125. Spokane Community College, 1810 N Greene St. 509-535-7274. Mind, Body, Spirit Holistic Fair – 10-5pm. Their mission is to facilitate healing awareness in the community and help people realize the possibility of living a more holistic and sustainable lifestyle. More than 40 holistic vendors and live demonstrations. Free. Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S Bernard St, Spokane. Info: 509-496-8138.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Being Mortal Documentary Screening – 10:30am. A screening of the critically acclaimed Frontline documentary Being Mortal will take place at 10:30 a.m. at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, followed by a panel discussion with Hospice of North Idaho experts exploring the end-of-life questions and issues raised in the film and book by Dr. Atul Gawande. Refreshments and treats provided. Free. 702 E Front St, CdA. Contact 208-772-7994 to reserve seats. HopspiceOfNorthIdaho.com.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Fifth Anniversary Celebration – 2-5pm. Help celebrate five years in business by attending this customer appreciation event. Spin the Wheel of Bargains and win prizes, including NOSH (natural, organic, specialty, healthy) products, or stop by for some cake and coffee. Free. North Spokane Grocery Outlet, 7810 N Division St. 509-484-4850 or Facebook.com/NorthSpokaneGroceryOutlet.

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sunday Unity Spiritual Center Group Service – 9am & 11am. 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 yet challenge us to make our lives, and world better. Childcare available. 2900 S Bernard St, Spokane. 509-8386518. UnitySpokane.org. Unity Spiritual Center of North Idaho Group Service – 10am. A celebration of living where we explore our connection with Spirit and learn practical ways to apply ancient wisdom to thrive in the here and now. 4465 N 15th St, Coeur d’Alene, ID. 208-664-1125. UnityCenter.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, philosophies, literatures, arts and sciences. 4340 W Fort George Wright Dr, Spokane. 509-325-6383. UUSpokane.org.

monday Half-Hour to Health – 6-6:30pm. 1st Mon. With Dr Ellis. Learn how your body works to heal itself with chiropractic care. If you’re tired of taking medications that mask your symptoms and don’t actually heal your body, join to learn more. Free. Clear Chiropractic, 2503 E 27th Ave, Spokane. 509-315-8166. ClearChiroSpokane.com.

tuesday Fairwood Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 10. 3-7pm. Eat fresh. Buy local. 319 W Hastings Rd, Spokane. FairwoodFarmersMarket.org. 7Roots Retreats – 6-8:30pm. With Cyndi Rai, LMP, NTP. Grief yoga, healing sound bath and training in a different 7Roots principle each week (water, breath, yoga, meditation, massage, nutrition and cleansing). $20. 23801 E Appleway Ave, Ste 220 (middle door), Liberty Lake. 509-979-2223. 7RootsLife.com.

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Farmers’ Market at Sandpoint – Thru Oct 14. 3-5:30pm. Supporting local agriculture through education and a diverse community market. Farmin Park, The Fountain, Third Ave and Oak St, Sandpoint, ID. SandpointFarmers Market.com.

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Kendall Yards Night Market – Thru Oct 4. 4-8pm. Offering a variety of fruits, vegetables and herbs; cheese, honey, pastured eggs and meat; baked goods, pickles and jams; flower bouquets and plants. Summit Parkway, east of Cedar St, Spokane. KendallNightMarket.org.

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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.

saturday Spokane Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am-1pm. Shop fresh vegetables and fruits in stunning variety and abundance; baked goods, meat, eggs, cheese, honey, bedding plants and other products. 20 W 5th Ave. SpokaneFarmersMarket.org. Farmers’ Market at Sandpoint – Thru Oct 14. 9am-1pm. Supporting local agriculture through education and a diverse community market. Farmin Park, The Fountain, Third Ave and Oak St, Sandpoint, ID. SandpointFarmersMarket.com. Liberty Lake Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 7. 9am1pm. Shop locally produced food and goods. 1421 N Meadowwood Ln. LibertyLakeFarmersMarket.com. Hayden Saturday Market – Thru Oct. 9am1:30pm. This market specializes in vegetables, flowers and native plants in the spring and local food products: meats, cheeses, bread, honey and jams – all season long. SE corner Hwy 95 & Prairie, Hayden, ID. KootenaiFarmersMarkets.org.

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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, hepatic-gallbladder disorders; autoimmune syndromes and substance misuse including cigarettes, alcohol and drugs. See ad, page 11.

LILAC CITY ACUPUNCTURE

2925 N Monroe St, Spokane 509-535-4055 • 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 appointments are often available. There is a one-time $10 paperwork fee. See ad, page 3.

CHIROPRACTIC CLEAR CHIROPRACTIC

2503 E 27th Ave, Spokane 509-315-8166 • Spokane@ClearChiro.com ClearChiroSpokane.com Clear Chiropractic Spokane offers upper cervical specific chiropractic care. With gentle procedures and a warm, caring atmosphere, see why patients throughout the Northwest are choosing them to get well and stay well.

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8575 N Government Way, Hayden, ID 208-772-5047 • EliteChiro.org Elite Chiropractic wants you to live, move and compete at your very best. They combine chiropractic adjustments with soft tissue therapy, specific exercises, stretching protocols and kinesiology taping methods to create expedited and complete healing.

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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, resultsdriven natural skin care products, facials and microcurrent treatments. See ad, page 11.

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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 6.

Our community’s trusted hospice for 36 years. As the area’s only community-owned hospice, we serve the seriously ill and those touched by loss. Our patients receive expert care at any age, regardless of financial circumstances. See ad, page 14.

HEALTHY FOODS BARE CULTURE KOMBUCHA

1701 N 4th St, CdA, ID 208-664-3480 • BareCulture.com Their mission is to maintain the highest level of craftsmanship and quality in their Kombucha process so customers can enjoy a healthy, crisp Kombucha tea bursting with flavor. Drop by their tasting room Mon-Thur from 11am-6pm and try their newest flavors. Events coming soon.

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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 7.

NATUROPATHIC DOCTORS TOBY K. HALLOWITZ, ND

101 N Evergreen Rd, Spokane Valley 509-228-3528 • Dr-Toby.com 225 E Locust Ave, Coeur d’Alene 208-665-2293 • CDAHealing.com Dr. Hallowitz is a naturopathic doctor (ND), classically trained Chinese medicine practitioner and licensed acupuncturist. He concentrates on whole-patient wellness, evidence-based clinical naturopathic and Chinese medicine with emphasis on prevention and restoration of balance to the body, mind and spirit. See ad, page 11.

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We hand craft organic skin care for mothers and children. Each item is specially handcrafted with naturaland organic-lovers in mind, so you can rest easy that we’ve chosen only the best for you and your family. Find all of our products at CaringCoconut. com, and use coupon code NATURAL to save 10% off your total purchase.

PETS PAWPULAR COMPANIONS

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Cyndi Rai 23801 E Appleway Ave, Ste 220 Liberty Lake 509-979-2223 • CyndiRai@gmail.com 7RootsLife.com Experience the healing presence of Cyndi Rai as she trains you in the 7Roots Lifestyle to help you recover from loss and move through grief. Rai is a certified Chopra Center meditation ins t r u c t o r, y o g a i n s t r u c t o r, reflexologist, energy worker and licensed massage practitioner who specializes in two-hour grief massages. See ad, page 18.

SELF-IMPROVEMENT BLUE SKY SERVICES

We carry a large variety of food and treats for all life stages and diets, including many grain-free options, raw food, canned food and freeze-dried kibble. Let us be your local resource for high-quality, natural and organic pet food and supplies. See ad, back cover.

PRAIRIE DOG PET MERCANTILE 5608 S Regal, Ste 100, Spokane 1206 W Summit Pkwy, Spokane 509-443-9663 • PDogPet.com

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.

YUPPY PUPPY

9511 N Newport Hwy, Spokane 509-467-8221 YuppyPuppySpokane.com The Yuppy Puppy is a locally owned pet supply store, doggy daycare and dog wash staffed by an outgoing, eclectic and fairly obnoxious group of funloving pet people who truly care about the lifetime well-being of your furry family members. See ad, back cover.

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Rebecca Knight Spokane • CdA • Sandpoint 208-215-1231 Are you seeking less stress, better relationships and improved outcomes in your personal and professional life? HeartMath certified coach, Rebecca Knight, is here to guide you with proven techniques and a personalized plan to discover and reclaim your unique life vision. Call/text for a complementary consultation. See ad, page 6.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER

2900 S Bernard St, Spokane 509-838-6518 • UnitySpokane.org

Directory to locate services and products, at home or on the go • Find your local magazine/read articles • Keep up to date with push notifications • Sign up for promotions and newsletters • Watch for franchise “for sale” listings • Read feature stories en Español • So much more and it’s FREE!

Unity offers practical, spiritual teachings that empower abundant and meaningful living. If you are looking for a transformative, spiritual home and want to build a better life and world, please join us. We are an open and affirming community. Everyone is welcome.

THERMOGRAPHY INSIGHT THERMAL IMAGING 316 W Boone Ave, Ste 777 Spokane • 509-315-4154 InsightThermography.com

Insight Thermal Imaging provides an exceptional health screening tool that gives medical providers an insight into current and future risk for breast disease along with several other health screening applications. They use the most accurate state-of-the-art equipment to provide radiation-free, non-invasive, painless and completely safe procedures.

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