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NATURALLY Rethinking BEAUTIFUL CITIES Transforming the Cosmetics Industry

What Makes a Community Livable

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Eat Right to Sleep Well 10 Foods that Help Us Relax and Rest

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“Necessity is the mother of invention. A need or problem encourages creative effort to meet the need or solve the problem.” ~ Plato “At seventeen, I enlisted in the Marine Corps. At Camp Lejeune, I drank water contaminated with carcinogenic substances which gave me cancer. The Chemotherapy destroyed the cartilage in my cervical spine. The pain became so intense, I felt I would not be able to work much longer as a Physical Therapist.

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“Chazael lotion is amazing! After being shot six times on March 6, 2016, nothing helped alleviate the severe swelling in my feet until my physical therapist gave me this lotion. He said it works equally well in relieving the symptoms of arthritis, muscle spasms, and increasing flexibility in joints plagued by arthritis. Please try this product!”

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“When someone would say ‘make a fist’ I could only chuckle and give them my flat hand with fingers slightly curved. One day, I was very blessed to be treated with Chazael Lotion! Now I can make a complete fist with my right hand and almost a complete one with my left. The greatest benefit of this lotion is being PAIN FREE!”

Kathleen P., Hayden “Chazael, the essential oil based serum used by Kevin in his physical therapy treatments, is nothing short of a miracle. It provides incredible relief to my swollen tissues, aching muscles and arthritic joints.To see the rest of my testimonial, go to Chazael-Lotion.com.”

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very month, Pamela Barclay, owner of Wonders of the World, highlights the symbolism of a precious gemstone in the Community Resource Guide section of the magazine (page 30). For June, she sent this pearl of a description (have I mentioned I love puns to an annoying degree?). I absolutely loved the symbolism she describes here, and since June is my birth month and I’ve been feeling some irritation lately, I thought I’d flow with it. So yeah, I’ve been feeling like an irritated oyster lately. And I know I’m not alone. As a white woman in this society, I am afforded many privileges and opportunities that are often invisible to me. I take them for granted, yet when I am conscious of them, I feel irritated at the implicit and explicit bias that exists based solely on how a person looks, their skin color, gender, sexual orientation, etc., and I want to do something. Argh. I’ve also been acutely aware of subtle and not-so-subtle sexism that plays out daily in seemingly innocent ways. Men in powerful positions promoting other men to powerful positions, while equally qualified women and people of color remain in low-power places. Or the business-tobusiness networking events that headline mostly male presenters even when the audience is half female. The lack of representation can be glaring, and, quite frankly, painful. Don’t get me wrong, I love men. I especially love men who are allies and ‘get it’. The more men in power positions that are willing to hear the voices of the marginalized, and give them a chance, the better for all of us. Which leads me back to my irritation, that now, thanks to Pamela, I have decided is becoming a pearl of purity and peace. I’m not there yet; but given time, this irritation will produce joy, light and opportunities for me, you, my daughters, your sons and daughters, and everyone. Yep, that’s the plan. Who’s with me? Now that I’m off my soapbox, let’s talk June issue! We are highlighting natural beauty this month with some fabulous articles from local experts, including Dr. Julie George and Malina Yeager, on the hidden toxins and artificial ingredients in common health and beauty products. Four words: get rid of ‘em. Lucky for you, we’re also including a guide to natural beauty services and products in the Inland Northwest. How livable are our Spokane/ Coeur d’Alene communities? Find out within these pages. And you do not want to miss our Reader Awakenings article featuring Pastor Tim Remington who was shot six times back in 2016, and who is doing great thanks to physical therapist, Kevin Sgroi, and his miracle in a bottle, Chazael Lotion. What else? Ann Brueggemann shares the amazing benefits of Nia for exercise, Jenny Wiglesworth discusses the benefits of collagen, and Cat Carrell gives us the skinny on Greenstone Homes and the super cool Kendall Yards neighborhood. Here’s to a fabulous June, people! And remember: No grit, no pearl.

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One of the most powerfully symbolic gemstones comes from the byproduct of an irritated oyster. The pearl takes irritation and turns it into a magnificent symbol of purity and peace. Its lesson for the world is to turn sadness into joy and darkness into light. It takes time, but when complete, brings peace to the oyster and to the planet. ~ Pamela Barclay, Owner of Wonders of the World

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

Contents 9 HOW LIVABLE ARE OUR LOCAL COMMUNITIES? Local Livability Index Scores

10 LIVABLE COMMUNITIES WE LOVE Good for People and the Planet

13 GREENSTONE HOMESâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; LIVABLE PHILOSOPHY

14 EAT RIGHT TO

SLEEP WELL

10 Foods Help Us Relax and Rest

16 CBD FACTS YOU NEED TO KNOW

18 ARE YOUR BEAUTY PRODUCTS REALLY NATURAL?

19 THE HIDDEN HARM IN OUR PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS

20 COLLAGEN IS NOT

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22 RUNNING WITH THE KIDS

Strengthens Body, Mind and Family Spirit

24 THE BENEFITS OF PRACTICING NIA FOR EXERCISE

DEPARTMENTS 6 news briefs 7 reader

25 26 awakenings 28 14 conscious eating 31 22 fit body

24 calendar farmers markets resource guide classifieds June 2018

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Soften Wrinkles Naturally with Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation

ise Takashina, owner and acupuncturist at Peony Acupuncture and Apothecary in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, is offering 12 Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation treatments for the cost of 10. “Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation is a technique with a special focus on reducing the signs of aging on your face and neck. It’s a safe, effective, nonsurgical and drug-free approach to facial cosmetics,” says Takashina, who is informed and inspired not only by classical techniques of acupuncture and herbalism, but also by Japanese style acupuncture which utilizes palpatorybased diagnosis that informs the course of acupuncture treatment. “Hair thin needles of the highest quality are applied to the face to increase circulation and soften wrinkles. We combine it with body acupuncture to treat the root imbalances and improve your overall health. Patients often see a big difference after their second or third treatment.” Takashina explains that in China, acupuncture, herbal teas and topical salves, liniments, oils and creams have been used in beauty regimens over the millennia. “But it’s more than just skin deep,” she explains. “Health issues such as allergies, digestion, sleep, hormonal symptoms and stress also improve with the treatments. The program includes individualized plans for optional diet, herbal teas and decoctions or pills, topical herb creams, home use guasha tool, or jade roller therapy.” For more information, or for a free 20-minute consultation, call 208-262-4829 or visit PeonyAcupuncture.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 28.

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vening Light Lavender farm in Deer Park, Washington, is holding its annual U-Pick Lavender Festival on July 7 and 8. Evening Light Lavender, a certified organic lavender farm, also produces organic essential oils and hydrosols. “Our annual U-pick Festival is a time filled with fun and restoration while enjoying the lavender fields and scenic views,” enthuses event organizer, Kristina Beal. “U-pick lavender, food vendors, artisan craft vendors, live music and children’s activities are all part of the fun during this year’s festival.” In addition, Evening Light Lavender offers health education on their line of organic products, and will be serving lavender ice cream, lemonade and iced tea. “We are happy to announce that we will be partnering with Blessings Under the Bridge again this year,” Beal says. “They are asking for toiletry donations such as shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, hair brushes, combs, shaving supplies and soap.” Cost: $5. Kids 10 and under are free. Tickets and information available at EveningLight Lavender.com. Please note they are a pet free farm. Assistance animals are welcome. 6

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North Idaho’s First Birth and Baby Fair

he first North Idaho Birth and Baby Fair will be held on June 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds Jacklin Building in Coeur d’Alene. The event will highlight birth and baby businesses, classes, education and resources available in North Idaho and Eastern Washington. Free samples, raffle drawings, a kid’s coloring corner and food vendors will also be available. Event organizers, Rebekah Kay Saunders, is a doula and owner of Homestead Mama Birth Services in Athol, Idaho. “I was inspired to host the first ever North Idaho Birth and Baby Fair after I became a doula several years ago,” she explains. “As someone who deeply loves this community, I really wanted to showcase our area’s amazing birth and baby resources, businesses, services, products and tremendous support in one big event.” The fair is ideal for newly pregnant women, families with babies and small children, and people looking for services in the birth and baby industries. “We will have a wide range of businesses showcasing their services and products,” Saunder says. “Everything from medical providers to custom nursery furniture and even a ‘Daddy Den’ complete with a bar for those who would rather hang out while their loved ones browse the fair offerings.” In addition, a portion of the proceeds from admission will be donated to Deep Waters Bereavement, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to serving families who experience pregnancy and infant loss. Cost: $5, kids 12 and under are free. For more information, visit Facebook.com/ HomesteadMamaDoula. See ad, page 8.

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Chazael Pain Relief Lotion “A Miracle In a Bottle”

hen physical therapist Kevin Sgroi sought relief from painful side effects caused by aggressive chemotherapy treatments, he began experimenting with medicines and lotions that he used to treat his own patients. Sgroi’s alchemy led to Chazael Pain Relief Lotion. Chazael (pronounced khaz-aw-ale) is a biblical name meaning “God sees.” The lotion is made from all natural ingredients and is regularly used by Sgroi on his patients to help relieve muscle pain, spasms and leg cramps. Chazael also decreases pain and swelling from arthritis and joint inflammation. Since creating Chazael, Sgroi has used it to help many with pain relief, including Pastor Tim Remington of Altar Church, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. In March 2016, Remington was shot multiple times while heading to his car after church service. Six of the 12 shots fired by the assailant—who fired from only 12 feet away—hit Remington in the back. Today, he still has three bullets lodged in him, and approximately one hundred pieces of shrapnel remain in his body. It’s been a long road for Remington since that traumatic incident, but despite his doctor’s grim prognosis that Remington

Pastor Tim Remington and his wife, Cindy

would never walk again, he was out of his wheelchair and back to preaching within three months after the crime occurred. He’s even relearning to play the piano. He cites Sgroi’s compassion and skill as a physical therapist, as well as Chazael Pain Relief Lotion, as key to his recovery. “After working with Kevin for about six months, my hand was still swollen up like a balloon,” says Remington. “But I started applying Chazael, and within five minutes my hand flattened out and returned to normal.” Remington religiously uses Chazael Pain Relief Lotion daily. He asserts that the lotion, combined with Sgroi’s therapy,

has created miracles in his own recovery. Chazael Pain Relief Lotion has also changed the lives of Remington’s wife and son, both of whom had suffered pain and numbness from accidents. “Pain is caused by inflammation. If you can reduce the inflammation, there’s less pressure on the nerves. Chazael helps get that inflammation down,” explains Remington, who now regularly recommends Chazael Pain Relief Lotion to his parishioners after he witnessed the relief it brought to a pregnant woman with severe edema. “Her feet were huge and swollen, so I gave her husband a bottle of Chazael and told him to rub it on her feet. By the time that day’s service had ended, she walked out with normal-sized feet. I’ve watched people with arthritis, severe migraines and other issues use Chazael, and I’ve seen firsthand on countless occasions how it reduced the inflammation. I refer many people to Kevin, but I tell them ‘don’t believe anything I’m saying—buy a bottle and check it out for yourself.” For more information, contact Joshua Tree Physical Therapy located at 8300 Wayne Dr., in Hayden, Idaho at 208-772-9774 or visit Chazael-Lotion.com. See ad, page 2.

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How Livable Are Our Local Communities? Local Livability Index Scores

he AARP Public Policy Institute developed the Livability Index as a web-based tool to measure community livability. Users can search the Index by address, ZIP Code or community to find an overall livability score, as well as a score for each of seven major categories. Scores range from 0 to 100. Users can also customize the Index to place higher or lower emphasis on the livability features of most importance to them. The website provides resources to help consumers and policymakers use livability scores to effect change in their communities. It is the first tool of its kind to measure livability broadly at the neighborhood level for the entire country, and it is intended to inform and encourage people to take action to make their communities more livable.

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Good for People and the Planet by John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist

any people define a livable city as one that is easy to get around in by foot, bike or public transportation. Many also prioritize ready access to fresh, local, organic food via farmers’ markets and community gardens. Others champion affordable housing and cost of living factors, safe neighborhoods with a diversity of people, careful stewardship of clean air and water, and plentiful amenities, including considerable open space and natural settings. Many work to preserve and enhance a sense of place suited to the locale. Partners for Livable Communities, a national nonprofit in Washington, D.C., that renews and restores communities, maintains, “Livability is the sum of the factors that add up to a community’s quality of life, including the built and natural environments, economic prosperity, social stability and equity, educational opportunity and cultural, entertainment and

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recreation possibilities.” The American Association of Retired Persons considers livable communities as age-friendly for young and old alike. Along with economic opportunities, a leading stimulus in moving to urban centers is, “More people are looking for a sociable environment where they can walk out of their door to the shops or transit and be among others they recognize who also recognize them,” observes Suzanne Lennard, director of the International Making Cities Livable Conferences, LLC, in Portland, Oregon. “People who have traveled abroad, especially to Europe, and tasted the quality of life possible in a truly livable, walkable, beautiful and sociable city, often want to find such a place to live themselves.” Following are a few examples of America’s many livable cities. More are transitioning and evolving as city planners, government officials, businesses and

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Street-Scene Renaissance

In Pittsburgh, revitalization is transforming 10,000 parcels of vacant or abandoned land—some where steel mills formerly operated—into greenspace, bike lanes and other enticing and productive public areas. “Biking and our food scene have exploded,” says Chris Sandvig, director of policy with the Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group, which advocates for equitable urban revitalization through their Vacant Property Working Group, helping communities access blighted areas for pennies on the dollar. “We’re now one of the top 10 bicycling commuter cities in the country. People also come here as food tourists due to vibrant local agricultural activity.” “A related ideal is to create compact, human-scale, mixed-use urban centers in the suburbs that are less expensive to construct—and thus remain more affordable— while placing shops, schools, parks, services, workplaces and public transit within walking and biking distance,” Lennard notes. “This ensures a healthy, affordable and high quality of life for all; suburban, as well as urban.” Fast-growing Carmel, Indiana, just north of Indianapolis, is following suit. “After years of watching the suburbs sprawl into subdivisions with large lawns, privacy fences and cul-de-sacs, we created a vibrant central core with apartments, townhomes, condos and new options for smaller homes—all within walking distance or a short bike ride to new places to work, shop and dine,” explains Mayor James Brainard. The design efforts serve people instead of cars. “Carmel has spent the last 20-plus years building more than 900 miles of trails and multi-use pathways, enabling residents to commute by bicycle to work and enjoy easy access to a growing number of parks and recreational areas,” says Brainard. To facilitate traffic flow, some 100 roundabouts replaced stoplights and four-way

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nonprofit community organizations strive to make their hometowns both peopleand planet-friendly, often through public and private partnerships.

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stops. “Reducing traffic congestion has improved our air quality, and saved gasoline and lives.” A new, mixed-use downtown Arts and Design District includes a Center for the Performing Arts with a Center Green that hosts a farmers’ market in summer and an outdoor Christkindlmarkt and outdoor skating rink in winter. “The old way of doing things in which cities and towns sat back and let the market dictate how a community should be grown must come to an end,” remarks Brainard, advocating the benefits of local governance.

Smart City Advantages

Key elements of smart cities—sensors, cameras, data analytics and powerful networks that capture and relay vital information—help them become more energy-efficient or quicker to respond to environmental and residential issues. Such products highlighted the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show, in Las Vegas. Reducing traffic can also contribute to safer highways and shorter commutes with decreased greenhouse gas emissions. “Citizens are using apps to monitor issues and alert city managers, improving the livability of their communities,” explains Steve Koenig, senior director of market research with the Consumer Technology Association.

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In Boston, the app BOS:311 allows residents to instantaneously notify government departments of pollution concerns, like blocked drains and other environmental or community needs, feeding the information directly into the city’s work order system via their mobile phone. This real-time collaboration results in a cleaner, safer and healthier city. The Envision Charlotte project encompasses interactive kiosks in 64 businesses and government buildings citywide, gathering energy usage data for office buildings to increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. So far, energy consumption has dropped 19 percent, saving companies about $26 million. The program has strengthened economic competitiveness and environmental sustainability.

Nature in the City

Some cities have focused on the natural environment for improving local livability while mitigating contributions to climate change. Forested open spaces, wetlands and protected watersheds improve air quality, protect drinking water and buffer intense storms. Such areas also connect more people with nature and engage them in communal and healthy outdoor recreation. Portland, Oregon, boasts more than

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10,000 acres of parks, plus an innovative Biketown sharing program that has facilitated 160,000 bike trips since its launch in 2016. The city’s Bike Bill requires all new streets to accommodate bicyclists and pedestrians by design. Portland also embraces urban gardens and allows residents to raise chickens, bees, goats or rabbits in their backyards. No one wants to live where pollution runs unchecked or water is unsafe to drink. Philadelphia’s Green City, Clean Waters program works to keep stormwater out of sewers and reduce rainwater runoff through decentralized soil-based and plant-based systems, including pervious pavement, green roofs and rain gardens. Begun in 2011, its goal is to reduce rainwater runoff by 85 percent by 2036. Rainwater has become a valuable community resource. The program is just one of many ways that the City of Brotherly Love is transforming itself into one of the greenest in the United States. Overseen by the city’s Office of Sustainability, Greenworks Philadelphia devises long-term sustainability strategies that encompass eight facets, including clean and efficient energy, carbon-neutrality and zero waste. Preparations are already underway to cope with a hotter, wetter future.

Preserving a Sense of Place

Making communities livable goes beyond infrastructure. Actions usually involve preserving, protecting and enhancing what appeals to residents. Santa Fe, New Mexico, is one example of many where livability priorities are guided by the values of its residents and its sense of place. “From our historic public square and marketplaces to outdoor cafes, farmers’ markets and community festivals; from human-scale architecture and balanced transportation to pedestrian and bicycle networks, this place represents shared values,” says Mayor Javier M. Gonzales. “Santa Fe is also full of public art. The city is designed to be safe, creative and inspiring for young and old, families of all kinds and everyone else that comes to see us.”

Good Life as Kids See It

Ultimately, making cities move livable for children can make them highly livable for all. “Children need the same things from a city that we all need, but their needs are greater than ours,” says Lennard. “The environment a child grows up in shapes their health and their mental and social development for the rest of their lives. Our modern, unwalkable suburban environments are contributing to childhood obesity, which has been widely linked to chronic diseases that in the past were only associated with old age.” She notes, “Children need the exercise of walking or biking to school. They need safe streets so they can become independent and explore their neighborhoods; sidewalks and other outdoor areas where they can play, meet friends and interact with adults in the community; easy access to nature; beauty in their environment; and intriguing architecture, works of art and other places to stimulate their affection and imagination. As they become teenagers, they need access by foot or bike to a wide variety of resources to broaden their horizons. Don’t we all need these things?” John D. Ivanko and Li a Kivirist, co-authors of ECOpreneuring, operate the Inn Serendipity, wholly powered by renewable energy, in Browntown, WI.

Greenstone Homes’ Livable Philosophy by Cat Carrel

reenstone Homes, a builder based in Liberty Lake, Washington, designs their communities around a checklist of amenities that embodies the philosophy of what makes a community livable. When designing Kendall Yards, their mixed-use urban village on the north bank of the Spokane River in downtown Spokane, that way of thinking shines through in the many livable qualities they have built into the development. Some of these qualities include: • A walkable neighborhood, inviting residents to walk to dinner, the theater, or to a sports or concert event • Events and activities, encouraging neighbors to get to know each other with a weekly farmers’ market, outdoor concerts, and art nights • Outdoor art, engaging people and stimulating conversations • Public spaces, increasing the socioeconomic and cultural diversity of the community • Green space and trails, encouraging active lifestyles and the enjoyment of nature • Street trees and landscaping, softening the hardscape and breathing oxygen back into the air we breathe

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• Access to healthy food, providing fresh, organic food to not only the residents of Kendall Yards but the surrounding neighborhood via a local grocery market and farmers’ market • Managing water runoff, designing a stormwater capture system that filters runoff through the ground instead of drains that dump into the Spokane River. Taken separately, these qualities each increase the quality of life for residents; but when combined, make for a truly livable community that benefits the greater good of the city and its residents. For more information about Kendall Yards or other Greenstone Home communities, visit KendallYards.com and GreenstoneHomes. com. See the Greenstone Homes sponsored Farmers’ Market guide, page 26.

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10 Foods Help Us Relax and Rest by Judith Fertig

etting enough sleep—or not—has a trickle-down effect. A study in the Journal of Obesity shows that good quality shut-eye helps us reduce stress, lose weight and function better. Research also shows that most Americans would be healthier, happier and safer going about their daily activities if they slept 60 to 90 more minutes each night, according to the American Psychological Association. A consistent sleep routine helps enable a good night’s rest, with activities like going to bed at the same time whenever possible; shutting down the Internet, email and text messaging at least an hour before bedtime; and limiting intake of caffeine and alcohol. Another best practice is eating foods that help us relax, fall and stay asleep. Four primary sleep-promoting vitamins and minerals naturally found in foods are tryptophan, magnesium, calcium and vitamin B6. Some of these help the body produce melatonin, the hormone responsible for regulating the

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Fish. Salmon, halibut, mackerel and tuna help boost the production of vitamin B6, which helps make melatonin. A recent study from the University of Pennsylvania published in Scientific Reports found that eating more fish led both to better sleep and improved cognitive function in children.

body’s sleep/wake patterns called circadian rhythms. Others enhance serotonin, which carries nerve signals and relays messages in the brain related to mood and sleep. Some foods are naturally packed with these essential vitamins and minerals, and eating certain foods at certain times can help us tip the scale towards a successful night of restful sleep.

Kiwi. Full of vitamins C and E, serotonin and folate, kiwi can help us sleep longer. In a study at Taipei Medical University, in Taiwan, researchers had participants eat two kiwifruits one hour before bedtime for four weeks. Total sleep time improved by 13.4 percent.

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Soy. In a Japanese study published in the Nutrition

Fiber-rich foods. Choices such as chia seeds, nuts and whole grains help promote restorative “slow-wave” sleep, according to the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.

Calcium-fortified yogurt. According to Dr. William Sears, a pediatrician in Pasadena, California, and author of The Baby Sleep Book: The Complete Guide to a Good Night’s Rest for the Whole

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Journal, researchers surveyed 1,076 participants between 20 and 78 on how often they ate soy products, which are rich in sleep-enhancing isoflavones. Those that ate the most soy foods enjoyed deeper, more sustained sleep. Researchers concluded that soy’s isoflavones help regulate the sleep/ wake cycle.

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Dark leafy greens. Kale, spinach and collard greens are among the magnesium-rich greens that can help us de-stress

and go to sleep, says Dr. Raj Dasgupta, a professor of pulmonary and sleep medicine at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles.

Almonds and dates. Nerina Ramlakhan, Ph.D., a London sleep therapist and author of Fast Asleep but Wide Awake: Discover the Secrets of Restorative Sleep and Vibrant Energy, counsels her clients to start at breakfast by eating eight almonds and two dates. These two fiberrich foods are able to slowly help produce melatonin for later in the day. Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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Bananas. Rich in potassium, magnesium, tryptophan and vitamin B6, which are used to make melatonin, bananas help promote good sleep. A study in the Journal of Pineal Research found that men that ate two bananas at a time for a week had a rise in melatonin that reached a peak two hours later; pineapple juice and orange juice also raised those levels.

Walnuts. Eating a handful of walnuts an hour before bedtime provides fiber- supporting, restorative, slow-wave sleep, concluded a study in the journal Nutrition. Plus, walnuts are a good source of tryptophan, which helps make serotonin and melatonin; University of Texas researchers also found that walnuts contain their own source of melatonin.

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Are Your Beauty Products Really Natural? by Malina Yeager

ne thing is for sure: green beauty has gone mainstream. And with all the new products on the market, it’s hard to tell which products are truly natural and which companies are just greenwashing. Just because a product is marketed as “natural” does not mean that it’s environmentally friendly. The practice of adding a minuscule amount of a natural ingredient so that a product can be marketed as green is also known in the industry as using ‘marketing ingredients.’ Marketing ingredients increase label appeal, making consumers more likely to buy the product since it looks like, and is marketed as, a natural product. Here is the good news: Armed with a few tips and resources we can all feel confident about reading labels and shopping for beauty products that are clean, natural, and good for us. Follow the below tips when you search for beauty products, and you will be on your way to a healthier, cleaner beauty routine that won’t harm your hair, skin or health.

A rose by any other name Ingredients that sound complicated or complex are commonly perceived as unhealthy. This idea is a carry-over from the organic food movement whose mantra is “if you can’t pronounce it, don’t eat it.” This is a good rule of thumb for food but doesn’t always apply to beauty prod18

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ucts. While many beauty products contain foodbased ingredients, many of them also contain natural elements with technical sounding names that can cause confusion. One example of a natural ingredient that may not sound familiar is dihydrogen oxide—also known as water. The lesson here is that just because you can’t pronounce an ingredient on the label or you aren’t familiar with it doesn’t mean it’s unnatural, unhealthy or unsafe.

Label reading 101 Believe it or not, there only two ingredients you need to know about to quickly eliminate nearly 99 percent of products you wouldn’t want on your hair or skin. Here are the two you need to avoid.

Artificial fragrance Suffice it to say, artificial fragrances are a concoction of chemical ingredients. What’s more, these mixtures are listed as just ‘fragrance’ on the label. Artificial fragrances can be made up of hundreds of toxic and harmful chemicals (including phthalates), that studies have linked to hormone disruption, allergies, topical dermatitis and other ailments. Artificial fragrances are used more often than essential oils in personal care products for a variety of reasons, including stability in a formula, as they are less likely to break down and change fragrance over time. They are also a fraction of the cost of essential oils, since they are human-made

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and manufactured in a lab. Further, there is never a supply issue, since they’re not dependent on crop yield or seasonality. Also, remember that companies will often add a tiny amount of essential oil in a formula just so they can add it to the label—even though the real fragrance is artificial. Don’t be deceived by this sleight of hand. Read the label carefully; artificial fragrance will be tucked away someplace toward the end of the ingredient list. If the label lists artificial fragrance on it, find a different product. Typically labeled as fragrance, parfum or perfume.

Silicones A petroleum-derived ingredient, silicones or the ‘cones’ are what I consider a quick fix group of ingredients, especially for the hair. They act as a Band-Aid to fix damaged, frizzy, curly or otherwise unruly hair. They work by coating the hair, making it shiny and soft. The buildup blocks moisture from penetrating the hair, in turn, this dehydrates the hair. As a result, the hair becomes dull and lifeless. They are also not biodegradable and burden the earth with more waste. Companies use silicones in everything from facial serums to shampoos and conditioner. Typically listed on the label as silicone, dimethicone or anything ending in ‘cone’.

Seals and Certifications Another way to know if a product is natural is to see if they have any seals or certifications. If a product is certified, you may see a small round stamp on the label that identifies the accreditation. There are many certifications that a company can obtain. Here are a few of the most common ones, including those with the highest standards.

USDA Organic This seal is a popular one on food products and is considered the gold standard in the industry. It’s not as prevalent to see this on a beauty product but when you do, you know it’s a good one. The USDA organic certification is the most difficult

for a beauty company to obtain because it was created for farms and food, not beauty products. In order for a beauty product to use the USDA seal, they must go through an intense and rigorous process of proving their ingredients are organic and that their methods prevent cross-contamination with non-organic ingredients.

Soil Association Founded in 1946, the soil association was the first in the world to create an organic certification. This UK-based charity is another very high standard for natural and organic beauty products. Many U.S. brands that sell in European countries have this seal, sometimes right alongside the USDA organic seal.

Environmental Working Group The Environmental Working Group (EWG) fills a unique gap in the certification market and is one of the newer beauty standards to come onto the scene. EWG certified products take all the data available on the health effects of ingredients and then certify companies that follow the strict EWG standards. The companies that apply for the certification are not allowed to use ingredients containing harmful compounds and must disclose all fragrance components on the label. Companies must also adhere to strict manufacturing practices to ensure the safety of each product. Visit EWG.org.

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The EWG app and Think Dirty app makes it easy to search ingredients and products while you shop. Malina Yeager is the owner of K Salon Organic Beauty and creator of Saint Hil organic products located at 1819 S Wardson St. in Spokane Valley, WA. For more information, call 509-926-5392 or visit KSalonOrganic.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 31.

The Hidden Harm in our Personal Care Products by Julie George

ost of us begin our days applying deodorant, shampoo, soaps, lotions and cosmetics without much thought. Loyal to our favorite brands, we’ve been buying them for years. However, many of our tried-and-true products contain ingredients that could be harmful to our health. With more than eighty thousand chemicals being used in commerce today, we’re constantly being bombarded with chemicals that can contribute to an increase in our body’s toxic burden. While we can’t control every ounce of chemical exposure, one area we do have control over is our personal care products. It’s not an easy task; however. Becoming familiar with the ingredients in those products, and choosing the healthiest possible products, will reduce the amount of toxins our bodies are being exposed to each day. The most toxic everyday exposures from cosmetics include parabens, phthalates, 1,4 dioxane, petroleum-derivatives, and heavy metals. We absorb a portion of these chemicals and metals through our skin and respiratory system. Scientific evidence points to chemical exposure as contributing to cancer, infertility, hormone dysfunction, neurological disorders and autoimmune disease. Therefore, to prevent disease or reduce symptoms we must focus

on reducing our body’s burden of chemicals. Unfortunately, not all chemicals are listed on product labels. For example, according to the SafeCosmetics.org website, the FDA does not require the chemical 1,4-dioxane to be listed as an ingredient “because the chemical is a contaminant produced during manufacturing. Without labeling, there is no way to know for certain whether a product contains 1,4,-dioxane, making it difficult for consumers to avoid it.” Avoidance is the best way to reduce the body’s daily toxic burden. The EWG. org/skindeep is a great website that lists personal care products and their potential health risks. Those that suffer from chronic conditions or who want to prevent chronic conditions may choose to use advanced testing options to determine levels within the body. Working with a naturopathic doctor or functional medicine doctor that focuses on environmental medicine can be beneficial in ensuring your body is not being affected by past or current exposure to chemicals. Dr. Julie George practices environmental medicine and specializes in autoimmune disorders at Rivercreek Wellness, located at 521 N. Argonne Rd., Ste B105, Spokane Valley, WA. For more information, call 509919-1385 or visit RiverCreekWellness.com. See ad, page 26. June 2018

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e’ve been hearing a lot about collagen and collagen peptides as of late. It seems that they’re everywhere—in our shakes, vitamins, protein bars—we even find them in our coffee. While most of us realize that collagen peptides are a way to get more protein into our diet, many are still wondering what it is and why this popular protein is on the rise. Collagen provides the body with 18 amino acids—eight of the nine essential amino acids—so they are a great source of protein. It is the most important structural protein in the body and helps strengthen our bones, joints, hair, nails and skin. Unfortunately, due to its complexity it can’t be effectively absorbed naturally through the body, through a supplement or other form. There lies the opportunity for collagen peptides. Collagen peptides are composed of the same amino acids, with varying properties. These properties allow for them to be broken down easier and brought into the bloodstream for proper absorption. Once in the body, the peptides not only begin doing repairs, they help create energy. Another popular product, hydrolyzed protein, is as effective as collagen peptides. While the processing to create the proteins might differ, the way the body uses them is the same. The benefits of the peptides are astounding. Not only do they provide us with a source of valuable proteins, but they’re also an amazing way to revive the

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body. Imagine if you are an athlete struggling with joint issues from playing football or dancing throughout your entire career. With peptides, your body will begin to heal those joints, repairing them from the cellular level. Imagine cancer having taken over your body, depleting your hair, skin and bones, leaving you brittle. Peptides, although not miracleworkers, can help revive your body when back in remission and possibly even during cancer treatments. The science behind peptides is amazing and consuming them can be lifechanging. Whether you’re simply trying to hit your daily protein intake or desiring something that can provide softer skin, smoother hair and stronger bones, peptides will do it. The more research we do on this product, the more we discover how essential peptides are to our everyday life. Thankfully, a wide variety of our local grocery stores and coffee stands have the powder to place into your favorite drinks. As these products become more available, everyone will have access to the new way to heal the body from the inside-out. Jenny Wiglesworth is the owner of BarreU located at 195 E Hazel Ave. in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. BarreU carries high nutrition collagen peptide Beauty Bars. Sweetened only with yacon syrup, the bars contain only 4 grams of sugar and 15 grams of protein. For more information, call 503-720-9451 or visit BarreUcda.com. See ad, page 7.

Guide to Natural Beauty in the Inland Northwest

Lise Takashina, LAc, C-DAOM, MTCM Peony Acupuncture and Apothecary 302 N. 5th St. Coeur d’Alene, ID PeonyAcupuncture.com 208-292-4829

Brigitte Hallowitz, Licensed Esthetician Healing Waters Holistic Center 101 N. Evergreen Rd. Spokane Valley, WA SkinBnatural.com 509-688-9856 “I focus on helping the skin to function optimally by stimulating the healing power of nature with results-driven natural skin care products, facials, microneedling and microcurrent treatments,” says Brigitte Hallowitz, who utilizes the Osmosis line of skin care products which focuses on reducing inflammation and rebalancing through an inside-out approach, resulting in permanent changes. These results are achieved through a series of revolutionary ingredients and technologies delivered via their patent-pending liposomal delivery system. “Osmosis uses holistic therapies to treat skin conditions at the source. Rooted in science, it addresses every aspect of skin damage and aging, targeting pathways from the inside out.” See ads, pages 26 and 27.

Michelle Phay, LMT, RYI, LN Shalom Massage and Wellness 1325 W. 1st Ave., #202 Spokane, WA ShalomMassageSpokane.com 509-290-7004 “Shalom Massage and Wellness will soon carry all-natural cosmetics,” enthuses owner, massage therapist, nurse and yoga instructor, Michelle Phay. “When choosing a line of natural cosmetics to offer my wellness clients, it’s vital they are organic, natural, cruelty-free and most important— affordable. I decided on the Zuzu Luxe line, which not only met, but exceeded my criteria with the added benefit of being local.” Natural cosmetics are an important part of Phay’s overall philosophy. “I teach clients to eat whole foods packed with nutrition so when it comes to the largest organ on their bodies, the skin, I encourage them to do the same with cosmetics, hair care and lotions.” See ad, page 7.

Watkins Naturals Marion Hayden 208-664-0141 Coeur d’Alene, ID “At Watkins, we’re proud to use handpicked, high-quality ingredients in our non-toxic and biodegradable home care formulas,” says Marion Hayden. “Not because it’s fashionable, but because that’s the way we’ve always done it and we know it works.” The company believes avoiding potentially harmful ingredients is as equally important as including safe, all-natural ingredients in their product lines. “That’s why in 2008 we pledged our commitment to the J.R. Watkins Freedom Code. We constantly evaluate our formulas and products to make sure they are at the very highest standard, and are as natural as they can be,” says Hayden. The following ingredients are never found in Watkins home care products: ammonia, chlorine bleach, dyes, ethanolamines, formaldehyde donors, glycols, paraben, petrolatum, phosphates, phthalates, sulfuric acid, synthetic polymers. See Resource Guide listing, page 29.

“Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation is a technique with a special focus on reducing the signs of aging on your face and neck. It’s a safe, effective, nonsurgical and drugfree approach to facial cosmetics,” says Takashina, who is informed and inspired not only by classical techniques of acupuncture and herbalism, but also by Japanese style acupuncture which utilizes palpatorybased diagnosis that informs the course of acupuncture treatment. “Hair thin needles of the highest quality are applied to the face to increase circulation and soften wrinkles. We combine it with body acupuncture to treat the root imbalances and improve your overall health. Patients often see a big difference after their second or third treatment.” See Resource Guide listing, page 28.

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ombining regular exercise with quality family time can be an enjoyable and fun way to realize a healthier lifestyle. Running together in fresh air, preferably in natural settings, allows children as young as 5 to safely join in.

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Families and coaches agree that running benefits both body and psyche. “Running as a family is an incredibly bonding experience, putting aside some of the usual conflicts and perceived hierarchies and just coming together,” says William Pullen, a London, England, psychotherapist and author of Running with Mindfulness: Dynamic Running Therapy (DRT) to Improve Low-mood, Anxiety, Stress, and Depression. “Running also gives us a place where we can develop skills like building confidence and competency.” Marc Bloom, of Princeton, New Jersey, author of Young Runners: The Complete Guide to Healthy Running for Kids From 5 to 18 and The Runner’s Bible, concurs, stating, “Running as a family can give parents the opportunity to be good role models by instilling values of health, fitness and togetherness.” Experts emphasize the fun factor. Pullen encourages both parents and kids to get out of their heads and into their bodies. “Concentrating on breath, posture, sensation and location all help make running mindful,” he suggests. “The important thing is to show up. It’s about participation, not breaking personal bests,” Pullen continues. Kids can play a 22

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game while running, such as silently counting steps, trees or other runners.” Mindfulness can also include sharing how it feels to run and meeting challenges along the way. Bloom suggests tuning in to nature. “Being in beautiful surroundings or watching for animals can promote mindfulness,” he says. “It can be spiritual.”

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For beginners, experts recommend approaching running as a desirable pastime and adopting a slow, easy pace. “Always make running fun, not a chore,” encourages Bloom. “Frame it as being outside, playing and sharing with friends and family. Make a game of it as much as possible.” Whether a family chooses to run in the park or in a community race, experts stress the importance of not setting goals. “Make it pleasurable. Don’t worry about time and distance. Start with short distances, maybe a block or two for novice runners or very young children,” advises running coach Jeremy Sanders, from Winchester, Virginia. “Be patient. Some days, the kids will get cramps. They may whine or get moody. Other days, they will be happy and content. Don’t let one bad run ruin the opportunity to try again another time.” Running coaches and seasoned runners agree that it is wise to tailor runs according to age and fitness levels. “Kids can begin at school age, 5 or 6; but start them with a few minutes and then add more, up to 15 minutes to a half an hour or so a few days a week. Always mix in sprints for short attention spans. Keep it simple. No fancy running shoes are needed when starting, just regular sneakers,” advises Bloom. “For teens, 30 to 45 minutes at a time a few times a week is fine, provided that they have bona fide running shoes.”

Inspiration

Finding inspiration as a family can include running for worthy causes; most communities host charity runs. “This can become a focal point for getting in shape, raising money and running for the greater good, not just yourself,” says Bloom. Mindful running presents regular opportunities to explore new places, focus on details that often go unnoticed and make exercise an active meditation for all involved. “Show kids how to notice what is going on around them when they run,” suggests Pullen. “You can read up and educate yourselves on trees, geology or the change of seasons so they feel a powerful sense of connection and freedom.” Whether running as a family is motivated by a desire to stay fit, get someplace or simply share more quality time, being in the present moment is most important. “Life is not about striving all the time,” exhorts Pullen. “Take the kids out. Keep it fun and make it into an adventure.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com. June 2018

The Benefits of Practicing Nia for Exercise by Ann Brueggemann

ia, a total mind, body and spirit celebration, focuses on the joy of movement. Since its introduction in 1983, Nia (Neuromuscular Integrative Action) has provided an alternative workout to hard-driving, high impact aerobics programs. To quote Debbie Rosas, Nia co-founder along with Carlos Ayas Rosas, “Connecting with physical sensation is how you begin to live a conscious life, to learn about yourself and work out in a way that’s respectful to your body.” In creating Nia, the founders integrated nine movement forms, creating a dynamic synergy: martial arts (taekwondo, aikido and tai chi), dance arts (jazz, modern and Duncan dance), and healing arts (yoga, the Alexander technique and Feldenkrais). Nia is danced barefoot—unless participants need footwear for individual reasons—to the tune of varied music and rhythms in comfortable, yet vigorous, 55-minute routines. Nia’s international cadre of faculty trainers and choreographers have produced a library of routines available to all licensed instructors, who 24

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Why practice Nia?

Nia is a mind-body activity. Instructors encourage participants to use their imagination as they perform the moves. It’s not uncommon to hear phrases encouraging visualizations such as “clear the clouds” or sense the back of your neck” or “circle step around a starfish laying on that warm beach.” Participants who spend their days living in their heads in stressful occupations can benefit from letting go of their mind-directed routines and give in to sensation and their body’s way. Nia is a complete practice. The 52 Nia moves, building blocks of all Nia workouts, were designed to deliver fitness results, and also fulfill therapeutic needs. They are broken down into three categories— the base,

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the core and the upper extremities—and address all parts of the body, from a heel lead to a front kick, hip bumps to spinal rolls, palm directions to finger flicks—to name a few. Nia helps maintain flexibility, agility, mobility, stability and strength (“FAMS”). Nia participants focused on aging and related body issues will experience how the “FAMS” evolve via their practice. From the moment of “stepping in” to a workout and leaving all thoughts and distractions behind, through the warm up and “get moving” parts of the routine, to the cool down, floor play and final “stepping out,” Nia encourages participants to remain aware and sensitive to their body’s way during this sensation-focused and fun fusion workout. Ann Brueggemann, a licensed Blue Belt Nia instructor, teaches Nia at Lokahi Studio located at 1121 Sherman Ave., in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She can be reached at 208704-3769. Mention Natural Awakenings, and your first class is free. See ad, page 16.

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Parade of Paws – 10am. Join for the annual Spokane Humane Society pledge walk featuring vendors, pizza and prizes; a fun family event to raise money for the Humane Society. 6607 N Havana St, Spokane. Tickets: sHumSoc.ejoinme.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6 Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Health Care – 6:30-8pm. Dr Hunter Peterson provides guidance on natural approaches to supporting a healthy pregnancy and birth. Free. Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N 4th St, CdA, ID. RSVP: Demo@PilgrimsMarket.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 8 Exploring Spirituality Through the Eye of the Horse – Jun 8-10. 10am-4pm. In this workshop, Gloria, Jackie, and the horses will guide you through an interactive, transformational process in order to claim and revere your spiritual self. $747. Healing with Horses Sanctuary. Register: 509-876-1802. HealingWithHorsesSanctuary.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 9 Medicinal Plant Walk – 10am. Join herbalist and educator Autumn Summers for a medicinal plant walk. Learn about foraging herbs and discover the natural health benefits on plants in your backyard. Free. Meet at Cherry Hill Park, 1718 N 15th St, CdA, ID. RSVP: Demo@PilgrimsMarket.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 12 CBD Oils and their Health Beneﬁts – 6:30-8pm. Join expert Joel Bourdeaux as he discusses the many health benefits of CBD oils. Free. Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N 4th St, CdA, ID. RSVP: Demo@ PilgrimsMarket.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 17 Dad’s Day Dash – 9am. Join for the sixth annual 5K race benefiting SNAP, your local community action agency. $20-$25. Manito Park, 1702 S Grand Blvd, Spokane. SNAPwa.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 21 Deer Creek Summer Solstice Ceremonies – Jun 21-24. Four days of ceremony in the beautiful Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon. This is a retreat from your everyday life and allows nature and ceremony to balance and reconnect you. $200/plus food/supplies. James: 509-230-5035. IntentionalHypnosis.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 22 Ironman 70.3 Expo – June 22-23. Noon-7pm, Fri; 9am-4pm, Sat. Visit the expo during Ironman weekend, and check out the Wattie Ink Pop Up Shop and their exclusive style and gear. Free. Coeur d’Alene City Park and Beach.

SATURDAY, JUNE 23 Dirty Dash – 8am. This 5K race proves that anyone can ‘play dirty’. The mud run for everyone. $45. Riverside State Park. Info/tickets: TheDirtyDash.com.

MONDAY, JUNE 25 Gemstone Folklore Class – 5:30-7:30pm. Participants will explore the history and metaphysical properties of gems and minerals and how to make them useful in their lives. $15. Wonders of the World Bead Shop, Flour Mill, 621 W Mallon Ave, Spokane. Sign up in the bead shop. Info: 509-3252867. WondersOfTheWorldInc.com.

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tuesday Fairwood Farmers’ Market – thru Oct 13. 3-7pm. A vibrant North Spokane farmers’ market. 319 W Hastings, Spokane. FairwoodFarmersMarket.org.

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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. KootenaiFarmersMarkets.org.

Hillyard Farmers’ Market – thru Sept 24. 3-6pm. 5102 N Market St, Spokane.

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.

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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.

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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.

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 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. KootenaiFarmersMarkets.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. LibertyLakeFarmersMarket.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. SpokaneFarmersMarket.org.

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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 – 9am & 11am thru June 10; 10am, Jun 17-Sept 9. 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.

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. 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.

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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.

$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.

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.

Half-Hour to Health – 6-6:30pm. 3rd Thur. See Monday listing. 2503 E 27th Ave, Spokane. 509315-8166. ClearChiroSpokane.com.

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.

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. 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.

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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.

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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.

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Rivercreek Wellness 521 N Argonne Rd, Ste B105 Spokane Valley • 509-919-1385 RivercreekWellness.com 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 26.

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 27.

ACUPUNCTURE & CHIROPRACTIC JERRY BAILEY, DC, CAC

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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 11.

CHIROPRACTIC BETTER LIFE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

Chad Johnson, DC 15 E Central Ave, Ste 3 Spokane • 509-464-0444 BetterLifeSpokane.com Since 2009, Dr. Chad Johnson has been passionate about helping young families, with an emphasis on pediatric and prenatal chiropractic. Our care is heart-centered and personal, with customized treatment options for every family member.

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 13.

CLEANING SERVICES CLEANING BY DACIA

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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 8.

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 26.

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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 Nia class Wed & Sat mornings, 9:30-10:30. Mention Natural Awakenings, and your first class is free. See ad, page 16.

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 25.

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 20.

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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 17.

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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!

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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 26 and 27.

HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTERS HEALING WATERS HOLISTIC CENTER 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 26.

HYPNOTHERAPY JAMES BARFOOT, CHT

Intentional Hypnosis 915 W 2nd Ave, Ste 7, Spokane 509-230-5035 • IntentionalHypnosis.com My goal is to help you on your journey to a more productive and vital life. I use personal hypnosis sessions and powerful personal coaching to permanently change undesired habits and behaviors on a conscious and subconscious level.

JUICE BARS THE WELLNESS BAR

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LIFE TRANSFORMATIONS LIFE DESIGNS WITH TRACY TURNER 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 26.

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 26.

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Hypnosis For Self Care Healing Waters Holistic Center 101 N Evergreen Rd, Spokane Valley 509-370-8351 • Hyp.Maryt@gmail.com HypnosisForSelfCare.com Transpersonal hypnosis for accessing inner strength and deep insights, in conjunction with Emotional Freedom Technique, sometimes called tapping, allowing faster relief of emotional challenges. See ad, page 26.

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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 7.

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MINERAL THERAPY WONDERS OF THE WORLD

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NATUROPATHIC DOCTORS TOBY K. HALLOWITZ, ND, LAC

Healing Waters Holistic Center 101 N Evergreen Rd, Spokane Valley 509-228-3528 • Dr-Toby.com Coeur d’Alene Acupuncture & Holistic Healing 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 ads, pages 26 and 27.

PAMELA LANGENDERFER, ND, LAC 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

Dr. Langenderfer is a naturopathic physician and acupuncturist specializing in infertility and hormone care. She is passionate about empowering patients to lead a healthy life and believes optimal health is best achieved in partnership with her patients. See ad, page 25.

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Cultivate: Mind-Body Nutrition is founded on the principle of humanistic healthcare and grounded in the belief that changing your diet and lifestyle should enhance your life, not restrict it; allowing you to show up better in your life and world. See ad, page 25.

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PAWPULAR COMPANIONS

A SPIRITUAL TOUCH

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 highquality, natural and organic pet food and supplies. See ad, back cover.

Through Reiki, aromatherapy and spiritual counseling, Jennifer helps clients relax, find balance, peace and manifest their true dreams, all at affordable rates. Experience the now moment and start your own healing journey with Jennifer today.

21950 E Country Vista Dr, Ste 100 Liberty Lake • 509-927-8890 PawpularCompanions@gmail.com PawpularCompanions.com

PRAIRIE DOG PET MERCANTILE

Jennifer Brown 923 E Sherman • CdA 208-691-8865 Facebook.com/HealingCenterOfLove

SPIRITUAL CENTERS

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

UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER

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.

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.

THE YUPPY PUPPY

9511 N Newport Hwy, Spokane 509-467-8221 New Location: 830 W Sprague Ave 509-474-0394 • 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.

REAL ESTATE MIRANDA ELLINGWOOD

Century 21 Beutler & Associates 509-844-7447 MirandaEllingwood@gmail.com MirandaEllingwoodHomes.com Licensed in Idaho & Washington

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

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

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 19.

People will stare. Make it worth their while. ~Harry Winston

Having grown up in the Inland Northwest, Miranda Ellingwood gained a personal connection to this region. She knows the importance of finding the right realtor, which is why her mission is to serve as a positive and innovative partner through the buying or selling of your home.

June 2018

PETS

ARE WELCOME! We carry everything you need for a happy healthy pet Liberty Lake

PAWPULAR COMPANIONS

*new location* 21801 E Country Vista Dr Suite 111 Liberty Lake, WA 99019 509-927-8890 PawpularCompanions.com

South Hill & Kendall Yards

PRAIRIE DOG PET MERCANTILE

5608 S Regal Ste 100 509-443-9663 1206 W. Summit Pkwy 509-279-2399 Spokane, WA PDogPet.com

NutrisourcePetFoods.com

Northside & Downtown

YUPPY PUPPY

9511 N Newport Hwy 509-467-8221 830 W. Sprague Ave NEW 509-474-0394 Spokane, WA 99218 YuppyPuppySpokane.com