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Contents

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.

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12 JOSHUA TREE

PHYSICAL THERAPY KEEPS PATIENTS ON THE MOVE

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14 SIXTH AVENUE

MEDICAL PHARMACY

A Prescription for Whole Wellness

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16 FOREVER FLEXIBLE Keep Joints Naturally Healthy

18 EASY WAYS TO KEEP JOINTS HEALTHY

19 A WORKOUT THAT PROTECT THE JOINTS

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20 SUPERIOR

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Why Less Means More Happiness

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news briefs

Local Gluten Free Flour That Tastes Great and Gives Back

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he creators of Flour Farm Organic Gluten Free Flour Blend, Dave DuPree and Teri Delany, are committed to not only creating an organic gluten-free flour that bakes well and tastes great, but to supporting and feeding families in the Inland Northwest region, especially those with food intolerances. “We are extremely invested in giving back to our community which is why we are donating 50 percent of all proceeds from Flour Farm purchased through our website to 2nd Harvest Food Bank,” says Delany. “There are so many parents and kids in our area with food allergies and gluten intolerances and we are passionate about raising awareness that healthy cooking is accessible and gluten free can taste delicious.”

DuPree and Delany recently launched their gluten-free Flour Farm business after DuPree sold his successful restaurant, Latah Bistro, and latte stand, Latah Latte. “We believe in the benefits of clean, gluten-free eating and wanted to create a product with integrity that would become the foundation for delicious, gluten-free food,” says DuPree.

Delany, a skilled baker and formulator of the flour blend, created a recipe section on the Flour Farm website that includes a variety of family and customer-tested baked goods, such as muffins, pizza and pie crust, cupcakes, carrot cake, pancakes, tortillas, bread, cookies and more. “All the recipes on our website are ones we use in our own home,” she says.

Flour Farm is made up of five organic flours ethically sourced in northern California, Thailand, Italy and the Philippines, and include organic sweet white and brown rice flour as well as tapioca, almond and coconut flours. In addition, Flour Farm flour freezes easily, making creating and storing gluten-free food convenient and easy for families on the go.

To learn more and to purchase Flour Farm Organic Gluten Free Flour Blend go to Flour.Farm and click “buy” where you will be redirected to Amazon.com. Two-pound bag: $14.49; 25-pound bag: $127. See ad, page 7.

Ugandan Delegates Visit Spokane for Benefit Event

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delegation of Ugandan officials, including the Minister of Public Service Honorable Muruli Wilson Mukasa, will visit Spokane for a benefit event at the Southside Community Center on September 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. The event, organized

by Nourish the Children co-founder Marci Tanzer, is open to the public.

“We are a team of concerned citizens who have traveled to Uganda for the second time to initiate the launch of a three-month sustainable nutrition and feeding pilot program in selected schools in Uganda,” explains Tanzer. “We empower communities through school-feeding, education in agriculture, and economic opportunity. Uganda’s future starts with nourished bodies. We are initiating a schoolfeeding program for Uganda’s children and communities to help the country grow.”

Hon. Minister Mukasa hosted the Global Peace Convention. He and his team of delegates of Transformation Foundation Uganda, will be visiting Spokane to help raise money and awareness for the school feeding program. The pilot program will begin in approximately 13 schools in the Nakagonsola and Soroti Districts of Uganda.

For more information, email Marci Tanzer at MarciTanzer@hotmail.com or visit Facebook.com/NourishUganda.

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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Rivercreek Wellness

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ivercreek Wellness, a naturopathic medical practice located in the Spokane Valley, is celebrating their official grand opening with the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce in a ribbon cutting event from 4 to 6 p.m. on September 14.

“We are very happy to be in our new clinic location in the Spokane Valley,” says Dr. Julie George, co-owner of the clinic with her husband Dr. Trevor George. “We are excited to celebrate our grand opening while connecting with Natural Awakenings readers who are interested in learning more about natural medicine and what it can do for their health and the health of their loved ones. We can’t wait to meet you.”

Rivercreek Wellness, which officially opened in April, offers traditional naturopathic medicine with an emphasis on environmental medicine to treat chronic conditions and autoimmune diseases, as well as treatments for addiction and mental health conditions.

“We aim to find the root cause of symptoms and focus on the whole person. We are unique in the fact that we only treat chronic conditions and have an office classroom that offers autoimmune and chronic illness community groups as well as holistic addiction courses,” says George.

In addition, Rivercreek Wellness has one of the only non-toxic far infrared (FIR) saunas in the area. “Our FIR sauna is nontoxic, low EMF, and uses non-allergenic wood. It is a safe and effective treatment for high blood pressure, asthma, fibromyalgia, diabetes, chronic pain, chronic fatigue, acne and skin issues, weight loss and much more,” affirms George.

Location: 521 N. Argonne Rd., Ste. B105, Spokane Valley. For more information, call 509-919-1385 or visit RivercreekWellness.com.

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Semi-annual Sale and Folklore Class Offered at Wonders of the World

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onders of the World will host a Gemstone Folklore class on September 24 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Wonders of the World Bead Shop located in the Flour Mill in Spokane. Class instructors Pamela Barclay, owner of Wonders of the World, and Kendall Barclay, assistant manager, will offer their perspectives on the metaphysical properties attributed to minerals and their use.

The class offers an interactive, hands-on experience. “I’ve been teaching Gemstone Folklore classes off and on for over 20 years,” says Pamela. “It’s an exciting way to offer an overview on the way meaning is ascribed to minerals and gemstones.”

“In addition to the class, Wonders is having our semi-annual clearance sale the first two weeks of September,” shares Pamela. “Many items will be half price, including minerals and gemstone jewelry.”

Cost of class: $15; includes gemstone. Location: 621 W. Mallon St., Spokane. For more information, call 509-325-2867 or sign up for the newsletter at WondersOfTheWorldInc.com.

See ad and coupon, page 15.

Leila Reign Offers Wild Wedding Ceremonies and More

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eNeal Brown, owner of Leila Reign and certified wedding officiant, launches her new business dedicated to performing sacred ceremonies. “Leila Reign is all about shifting away from traditional celebrations and into more intentional and intuitive sacred ceremonies,” says Brown. “I’m starting with my Wild Wedding ceremonies where the couple shares their dream wedding with me and I provide the magic.”

According to Brown, Leila Reign provides various wedding services, including hand-fasting, family blending and blessings, sacred rituals, counsel and more. “Ceremony options are numerous, and I strongly believe that every bit of a couple’s love is worthy of expression,” says Brown. “I offer free consultations to discuss in detail the dream, and then it’s my goal to guide clients to experience that magical wedding from the source of ultimate love.”

In addition, Brown will soon offer additional ceremonies, including Blessingways, which substitute for traditional baby showers; Maiden and the Moon, a coming of age ceremony for young women; Wholly Woman and Wild Goddess, a self-to-soul commitment ceremony; as well as transition ceremonies, which can include divorce, trauma or other new paths in a person’s life.

For more information, visit LeilaReign.com, email info@LeilaReign.com or call 435-671-7441.

Lilac City Acupuncture Re-opens after Maternity Leave

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hauna Douglass-Parkin, owner of Lilac City Acupuncture, has re-opened the clinic following her maternity leave. The clinics new hours are Monday and Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For more information, call 509-808-0818 or visit LilacCityAcu.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 28.

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Beyond Pink’s Biggest Fundraiser of the Year

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eyond Pink is holding its ninth annual Designer Bra Fashion Show and Auction October 6 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Davenport Grand Hotel in downtown Spokane. Coined the biggest “fun raiser” of the year, the event provides education and funding devoted to early Karla Porter and Charlie Brewer detection of breast disease for women in need. “It provides risk assessment thermal imaging, a clinical breast exam, report and follow-up consultation with a Beyond Pink contracted doctor. Thermal imaging is not generally covered by insurance,” shares Beyond Pink co-founder Karla Porter, owner of Insight Thermal Imaging. “Our mission is to educate and empower women in the early detection of breast disease through breast thermal imaging, which may provide indications of disease many years before a mass is large enough to show on a mammogram, ultrasound or MRI.” “The evening begins with silent auction tables which include signed Gonzaga basketballs, guitars, longboards, local fares, vacations and more,” says Beyond Pink co-founder Charlie Brewer, whose family has been directly affected by breast cancer.

“Guests will sip our complimentary wine, dine on delicious horsd’oeuvres, and bid on Spokane’s liveliest auction knowing that every penny donated goes back to women in our community to save lives.”

Admission is $75. Location: 333 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. To purchase tickets, call 509-863-7776 or visit BeyondPink.net. See ad, page 9.

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Signature Club Membership Offers Monthly Organic Facials

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mily Elizabeth Skincare Studio in downtown Spokane is offering Signature Club memberships to new and existing clients for only $79 per month.

Signature Club membership includes a 60-minute Signature Facial each month, regularly a $95 value, as well as 10 percent off organic and medical-grade skincare products, waxing and tinting Emily Elizabeth services as well as eyelash extensions and lash lifts.

“Many people would agree that consistent self-care such as diet and exercise are important, especially in our busy day-to-day lives,” says owner and Master Aesthetician, Emily Elizabeth. “The same is true for healthy and vibrant skin, which requires consistent care over time with high quality, organic products. I created the Signature Club so that clients could achieve amazing skin at an affordable price.”

As an Oncology-Trained Master Aesthetician with over 16 years’ experience in the spa industry, she has worked for exclusive spas in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles and Seattle and has always felt a strong calling to be an aesthetician. “I think the beauty industry preys on women’s insecurities, so when I started Emily Elizabeth Skincare Studio, I decided it would be a place of healing and selflove,” she says. “I value the connections I make with clients and it is a privilege to be part of their ever-important self-care.”

Emily Elizabeth is dedicated to helping clients love their skin through consistent care and high quality, organic products. To join the Signature Club, visit EmilyElizabethSkincare.com. For more information, call 509-475-3284. See ad, page 10.

Mary’s Plate Offers Online Weight Loss Challenges

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ary Stearly, founder of Mary’s Plate Holistic Weight Loss Consulting, is expanding her offerings to include monthly online challenges. These online events will focus on nutrition education, unscrambling misinformation from the diet industry and creating healthy habits that can be used well after the challenge Mary Stearly has ended. “I coach clients on the tools I implemented to help me lose over 100 pounds, which I have kept off for more than 20 years,” says Stearly, who is also a registered nurse. “It’s important to get back to the nutrition basics, which is what I teach my clients and what this online platform offers, in addition to other fun challenges.”

Those who register for the challenge receive access to a private Facebook group, weekly emails from Stearly, live Q&A sessions, a weight loss workbook, and recipes and tips on health and weight loss. “People tend to be more successful at losing weight and changing habits when they are in a group setting,” explains Stearly. “It also provides support and accountability they might not otherwise have from people all over the country with similar goals, and I can help more people at a lower cost to the client.”

Stearly affirms that August’s challenge was a great success.

“On average, clients lost between one to 1.5 pounds per week, and more importantly, they learned to have a better relationship with food and themselves,” she says. “The next challenge begins September 10.”

To sign up for the challenge, visit MarysPlate.com. See Resource Guide Listing, page 29.

Wellness Fair Celebrates Women’s Health

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he sixth annual North Idaho Women’s Wellness Fair is being held October 10 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Coeur d’ Alene Resort. This exciting event will feature more than 100 health and wellness vendors to inspire and inform attendees. “For women who are seeking natural ways to look and feel better, our event includes fitness experts, trainers, medical professionals, natural health and healing experts, skin and beauty products, holistic health consultants, healthy food vendors, nutritionists, acupuncture and chiropractic providers and more,” says Monica Lang Engebretsen, North Idaho Wellness founder and owner of the Wellness Bars in North Idaho.

The wellness fair also features wellness screenings, chair massages, food samples, mini acai bowls, fresh pressed juice, giveaways and raffle prizes.

Admission is free. Street parking available. Location: 115 S. 2nd St., in Coeur d’Alene, ID. For more information, visit Facebook.com/ NorthIdahoWellness. See ad, back cover.

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Jolene Fisher Brings InBody 770 to the Inland Northwest

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olene Fisher, health and weight management coach and owner of No Bad Days, is the first practitioner to bring the revolutionary InBody 770 to the Inland Northwest. “The InBody 770 delivers research-grade body composition analysis that goes well beyond the scale to measure fat percentage, muscle mass, segmental inflammation, water composition and phase angle, which is a marker of cellular health,” says Fisher.

“It takes only 60 seconds, and provides a full-page analysis of the entire body, Jolene Fisher with a client which is extremely detailed and can be on the InBody tracked over time.”

The InBody 770 complements Fisher’s approach to holistic health coaching, accountability and nutrition recommendations by providing evidence of a client’s progress and improvements over time. “I geek out over the data it provides me as a health coach,” laughs Fisher. “My diet and exercise recommendations can be exactly tailored to the numbers I’m seeing, eliminating guesswork and inaccurate algorithms, which is extremely beneficial for clients.”

Fisher offers referral partnerships with gyms and health practitioners and is looking to expand her network. “I am passionate about helping individual clients feel and look better, as well as those who are under the care of a doctor,” she affirms.

“InBody is ideal for health care practitioners who want clear and concise data on whether their patients are making progress with prescribed treatment plans over time.”

Fisher has a special introductory offer of three InBody sessions for $99. She also offers InBody pop-ups throughout the Spokane and Coeur d’Alene area and works closely with businesses that want to provide an InBody reading to their clients at a reduced cost.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Jolene Fisher at 509-879-7728 or visit NoBadDays.biz. See ad, page 21.

Breakwater Expeditions Creates Customizable Wellness Retreats

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reakwater Expeditions, located in Sandpoint, Idaho, offers year-round, customizable trips and retreats for individuals, professionals, families and groups from all over the country interested in wilderness and health-based adventures. “Our mission is to support our client’s vision through nature-inspired adventure trips,” says Angie Roberts, program director and lead guide for Breakwater. “When someone brings us a theme or trip idea, we make it a reality.”

Breakwater Expeditions works with a variety of groups and their unique needs. “We have a trip coming up that is dedicated specifically to mothers who have had the difficult experience of sending their child away to be cared for by strangers,” explains Roberts. “We partnered with Mikki Proffitt of Women’s Heart Circles who specializes in Emotional Freedom Technique and works closely with mothers around the nation who have had this experience. Mikki’s vision to create ‘A Mother’s Heart, A Hero’s Journey’ retreat includes an outdoor experience, coupled with her healing work and a community of women with a similar story who are ready to heal, and we were able to create this trip with and for her.”

Upcoming expeditions include Nourish: A sea kayaking retreat for body, soul and belly, September 27 to 30 in the San Juan Islands, Washington; A Mother’s Heart, A Hero’s Journey: A sea kayaking retreat for mothers who made the difficult decision to send their child away to the care of others, past or present, September 30 to October 6 in the San Juan Islands, Washington; Somatic Nature Retreat: A canoe expedition for eco-therapists and somatically oriented therapists and healers, October 14 to 20 in Green River, Utah.

For more information, or to learn how to create your group program, contact 208-263-0277 or visit BreakwaterExp.com.

For information about A Mother’s Heart, A Hero’s Journey, contact Mikki Proffitt at 541-306-1254 or email Mikki@ WomensHeartCircles.com.

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Bringing in the Harvest Friendraiser

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he Spokane Edible Tree Project (SETP) is holding its fifth annual Harvest Friendraiser event on September 22 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Resurrection Orchard in Spokane Valley, Washington.

“This family-friendly harvest party will feature live music, a tasty meal from Crate Food Truck, apple crisp from Sister Bees Kitchen, and beer from Black Label Brewing Company,” enthuses Annie Eberhardt, event coordinator and AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer.

“We will also have a Wanderlust photo trailer, outdoor games like badminton, cornhole and bobbing for apples, along with a silent auction with offerings from a range of local businesses.”

Spokane Edible Tree Project’s mission is to reduce hunger and food waste in our community by collecting leftover fresh fruit and produce from backyard tree owners and orchards. “We’ve already harvested and redistributed over four-thousand pounds of fresh fruit and produce this year,” says Eberhardt. “In addition to fruit trees, Spokane Edible Tree Project recovers produce that would otherwise go to waste from the Spokane Farmer’s Market and distributes it to low income families, as well as provide fruit tree care education in the winter and early spring.”

Over 700 community members in need are served by SETP each month. “We have partnerships with businesses, food banks and programs in the area that get the food into the hands of people who need it most,” explains Eberhardt. “Those purchasing tickets and attending the annual fundraiser will not only have a great time but will also be supporting the amazing and meaningful work SETP does all year long.”

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Tickets: $35, 16 and older; $12, ages 6-15; kids 5 and under are free. Purchase online at SpokaneEdibleTreeProject.org/events. Event location: 15319 E. 8th Ave., Spokane Valley.

For more information, contact 509-209-2890. See ad, page 21.

Biofeedback Session for New Clients

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indBody Wellness, a part of Cor Counseling and Wellness located in the Rock Pointe Center in Spokane, is offering a $50 promotional biofeedback session for new clients. “This is a great opportunity for people to learn and experience the tremendous health benefits of quantum biofeedback first hand,” says Jennifer Burrows, owner of Mind-Body Wellness and certified biofeedback specialist. “The session comes with a consultation, stress profile questionnaire, and is especially recommended for those wishing to support wellness and balance through a process of re-education of areas of the body that have been impacted by a variety of stress factors.”

Location: 316 W Boone Ave., Ste. 656, Spokane. For more information or to schedule your session, call 509-242-0856 or visit SpokaneBiofeedback.com. See Resource Guide listing, page 28.

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Joshua Tree Physical Therapy Keeps Patients On the Move

by Sheila Julson

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evin Sgroi, a physical therapist and founder of Joshua Tree Physical Therapy and Chazael Lotion, in Hayden, Idaho, believes that attention to detail and personable, individualized service is behind his success in keeping patients active. Owning a physical therapy practice that is independent from a large hospital or healthcare group allows him to spend time with each individual and go that extra mile to help them achieve wellness.

A native of Jersey City, New Jersey, Sgroi has worked as a physical therapist for 23 years. He opened Joshua Tree in August 2003 where he specializes in outpatient orthopedic and post-surgical rehabilitation. Joshua Tree also offers rehabilitation for elderly patients, including balance and strength training. Offering more than just therapeutic exercises, Joshua Tree Physical Therapy also utilizes laser therapy, ultrasound, anodyne light treatment and a balance machine, and they have certified massage therapists on site. Sgroi’s treatment plans also include myofascial release—a tech12

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nique that involves applying gentle pressure to the myofascial connective tissue to relieve restrictions, restore motion and ease pain.

Sgroi says that many orthopedic problems, particularly issues with joint pain and dysfunction, are because the muscles in the joint area have tightened. His approach begins with massage therapy to decrease muscle tension while increasing blood flow, so the muscles relax. “Once that’s done, I’ll start the work on the patient and look for trigger points that are very sensitive, and then I’ll release those points with acupressure or mild physical therapy.

Manipulation on the joint becomes quite easy once everything is relaxed,” he says.

The therapeutic process continues with retraining the muscles to correct imbalances, thus helping the joint to work properly. The patient then goes through strengthening programs orchestrated by Sgroi.

In addition to Sgroi’s physical therapy modalities, he also offers Chazael pain relief lotion, an all-natural, therapeutic cream that can relieve muscle pain, arthritis, tendonitis, back pain and more. In

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2010, Sgroi was diagnosed with leukemia; an illness that he said resulted from drinking poisoned water for four years while he was in the United States Marines. “I received intravenous chemotherapy for 168 hours straight,” he recalls, “and once that was over, the devastating effects of chemotherapy began to surface. It attacked the right side of my body, damaged my nerves and ate away cartilage on the right side of my neck. My right arm was paralyzed for almost two years, and the neck pain excruciating.”

Sgroi started playing with essential oils and lotions in his office, and he experimented on himself. By using the concoction that would eventually become Chazael on his neck, along with prayer, Sgroi says he was eventually able to work again.

“I started mixing and researching elements and using essential oils referenced in the Bible,” he says. “It took seven years and a tedious process to come up with right formula. The temperature had to be just right so the lotion wouldn’t separate or coagulate.”

Sgroi told his patients about the lotion’s success, and he asked them if they would be willing to try it. “They started using it and asked if I was selling it. The lotion wasn’t available for sale at the time, but they said, ‘you need to sell it.’ We now sell about 50 to 60 bottles per week; people love it, and what it does is amazing.”

As a guy who wanted to become a police officer prior to pursuing a career in physical therapy, Sgroi is happy with his choice of profession and finds his work gratifying. “The Lord has given me the keys for this establishment, and I can run it as I see fit,” he says. “I can spend that extra time with a patient, whereas if I worked for somebody else, that would not happen. We can go the extra mile without any restrictions placed on us, and we work in the best interest of each patient.”

Joshua Tree Physical Therapy and Chazael Lotion are located at 8300 Wayne Dr., Hayden, ID. For more information, call 208-772-9774 or visit JoshuaTreePT.com or Chazael-Lotion.com. See ad, page 2.

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SIXTH AVENUE MEDICAL PHARMACY A Prescription for Whole Wellness

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Pharmacists specialize in custom compounding

harmacist Erik Nelson sees a future in personalized medicine. As owner of the independent Sixth Avenue Medical Pharmacy, he’s shifting the pharmacy’s focus to a whole wellness model through services such as compounding, specialized packaging, functional medicine and more.

Nelson bought Sixth Avenue Medical Pharmacy in 2013 after he graduated from Washington State University College of Pharmacy. Nelson’s ownership of the pharmacy actually began as an academic project; during his first year of school, he signed up for National Community Pharmacy Association’s annual business plan competition, which entailed finding a pharmacy in the entrant’s community and creating a business plan. Nelson’s team partnered with Jerry Stocker, who founded Sixth Avenue Medical Pharmacy with his wife, Marilyn, in 1964.

When Nelson and his peers ended up winning the competition, he asked Stocker what his plan was after retirement. “He planned to just sell it to a chain pharmacy, so I talked to my wife and agreed we could probably make a go of it. We talked with Jerry, and from that point on I worked as an intern. We basically got the whole deal crafted and done while I was in pharmacy school,” Nelson says.

Sixth Avenue Medical Pharmacy offers traditional pharmacy prescription services, and with Nelson at the helm, he’s gone all in on custom compounding services. “It is personalized medicine,” says Nelson, who has invested heavily in stateof-the-art equipment for their compounding services. “A dose that works for you might not work for your neighbor or your sister. I think that the future of medicine is having it personalized just for you, and you get better outcomes. People often have trouble with commercial dosage forms due to fillers, dyes and other stuff that can make some people sick, so we can take all that out and make it hypoallergenic, make it taste better, or even change the dosage form.” Compounding can also change the delivery methods of pharmaceuticals to capsules, transdermal creams, lozenges, gummies or liquid form, whichever the patient finds easiest. Sixth Avenue Medical Pharmacy also offers compounding services for pet medicine.

Sixth Avenue Medical Pharmacy provides specialty packaging to assist people that take a lot of medications. “We put dosages together into blister cards that group all the pills according to how and when they should be taken,” affirms Nelson. In addition, the pharmacy has earned accreditation

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through the Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB), which guarantees they are following the highest quality control standards and sending product out for third-party testing to independently verify that everything they make is correct and to proper specifications.

For customers seeking nutritional supplements, Sixth Avenue Medical Pharmacy carries professional grade lines including Thorne Research, Ortho Molecular Products, Pure Encapsulations and Klaire Labs. To gain more knowledge in the area of natural medicine and anti-aging, Nelson completed a fellowship through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. “We’re trying to incorporate all of that functional medicine knowledge into our pharmacy. If you can take a supplement and avoid a high blood pressure medication or a cholesterol medication, that can be a better choice than a prescription drug in some cases,” he says.

The pharmacy also features an on staff registered dietician to help guide customers on healthier eating habits and choosing the right supplements to meet their needs.

Being an independent pharmacy, Nelson confirms that not only are their products personalized, but so is their customer service. “We know customers by their first names when they come in the door,” he says. “I can’t tell you how many times I had a customer come in and tell me how they couldn’t even get through to their pharmacist at a big-box store if they had a question.

So many corporate pharmacies are driven only by numbers, and that’s just wrong.”

Sixth Avenue Medical Pharmacy gives back to the community by sponsoring health and fitness events, including a mini-triathlon for kids, pet shows to support their pet compounding services, and various other community events.

Sixth Avenue Medical Pharmacy is located at 508 W. 6th Ave Ste 104., Spokane. For more information, call 509-455-9345 or visit SixthAvenuePharmacy.com. See ad, page 19.

Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the country.

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2. Gentle on all joints. The bucket seat of a recumbent bike supports a rider’s lower back and protects knees and ankles from injurious impact.

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4. Safety. Recumbent bikes are safer because riders cannot stand up on the pedals which eliminates most of the injuries that can occur on an upright bike.

5. Reduces pain and builds strength. For those with back and hip issues or those with rheumatoid arthritis, a recumbent bike may be easier to use due to the reclining position that allows a rider’s weight to spread over their back and buttocks.

6. Accessibility to all. Recumbent bikes provide very low impact to the body, allowing people with disabilities, arthritis, balance issues and other health problems to get out and ride.

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Acupuncture Alleviates Autism in Children Acupuncture reduces autism scores, according to a new metaanalysis of 27 clinical studies of 1,736 children.

Researchers from Kyung Hee University, in the Republic of Korea, found that whether acupuncture was used alone or combined with other therapies, it improved outcomes for children with autism spectrum disorder as measured by the Childhood Autism Rating Scale and the Autism Behavior Checklist, without causing adverse side effects.

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Identification Helps

Forever Flexible Keep Joints Naturally Healthy

by Lisa Marshall

Creaky knees, sore hips, shoulder pain or a stiff neck can be a thing of the past.

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hirty-seven percent of American adults 18 and older suffer from arthritis—a catch-all term for a dozen varieties of joint disease—according to the nonprofit Arthritis Foundation.

One in two men and two in three women 65 or older may have it, estimates a recent Boston University study. Due to increasing obesity rates and autoimmune disorders, it’s also impacting 8 million Millennials, reports the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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cases and more of them in younger people.

It’s an epidemic no one is talking about,” says Dr. Susan Blum, a Rye Brook, New York, physician and author of Healing Arthritis: Your 3-Step Guide to Conquering Arthritis Naturally.

About 65 percent of patients try to treat joint pain with daily anti-inflammatory drugs that can damage the stomach and kidneys. Many work and exercise less due to pain, making arthritis the leading cause of disability. More than 1 million undergo expensive, risky surgeries annually, with hip

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The term “arthritis” can conjure images of aging cartilage worn thin by years of overuse. Yet this common type, known as osteoarthritis, is just one of many joint pain culprits. Rheumatoid arthritis, which manifests in swelling and pain in the hands, wrists, feet or toes, arises when the body’s immune system attacks itself, destroying tissue around the joints.

Spondyloarthritis inflames the spine and sometimes the eyes and gut. Infections like Lyme disease, parvovirus and hepatitis B can also ignite arthritic joint pain.

Inflammation may exacerbate them all, so an anti-inflammatory program can typically provide relief, says Blum. Serious forms might require more aggressive treatments; a visit with an integrative clinician is an important first step.

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About one-third of obese people have arthritis, and research shows that with every pound lost, joint pain diminishes— the lighter the load, the less the pressure on joints. A Wake Forest University study of knee osteoarthritis patients showed that with each 10 pounds lost, 40 pounds of pressure is lifted from the knee.

“But it’s not simply about the load on the joints,” says Blum.

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and knee replacements performed twice as often now as in 2000.

Although conventional medicine maintains that drugs, surgery and reduced activity are inevitable, a new generation of clinicians disagree. They’ve seen how by losing weight, fighting inflammation with wholesome food and supplements, exercising smart and exploring science-backed integrative therapies, patients can manage the root causes of joint pain and find relief.

“We have many tools at our disposal to halt or slow the progression of arthritis so most people never have to have surgery,” says Doctor of Naturopathy Casey Seenauth, a staff physician at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine Pain Relief Center, in Tempe, Arizona.

inflammatory cytokines, which can boost inflammation and pain. And new research from the University of Rochester, in New York, suggests that obesity may also impair the gut microbiome (beneficial bacteria lining the gastrointestinal tract), further exacerbating arthritis.

“There is no doubt that the gut bacteria are involved in the onset and perpetuation of inflammation and pain in arthritis,” says Blum.

When researchers fed mice the equivalent of a “cheeseburger and milkshake” diet for 12 weeks, doubling their body fat, they found more pro-inflammatory bacteria in their colon, more cartilage deterioration than in lean mice and more inflammation in their knees.

Healing the Gut Heals Joints

Blum explains that dysbiosis, an overgrowth of harmful bacteria in the intestinal tract, can damage its fragile lining, allowing bits of bacteria to enter the bloodstream and ignite an autoimmune response. Dysbiosis can be kick-started by antibiotics, drugs like proton pump inhibitors, bad diet or stress, says Blum, who battled autoimmune arthritis after her son had a traumatic accident.

For curbing arthritis through the gut microbiome, the science is young. A few small human studies conducted in China and Finland suggest that ingesting specific strains of Lactobacillus (including casei, acidophilus, reuteri and rhamnosus) and Bifidobacterium (bifidum and infantis) may decrease inflammation and pain associated with arthritis.

In the University of Rochester study,

overweight mice fed prebiotics (indigestible fibers that good bacteria feed on) had less arthritis progression.

Blum recommends taking antimicrobial herbs like oregano oil to heal a gut overgrown with bad bacteria and a highquality probiotic supplement to replenish good bacteria. She also suggests ditching processed food and products with refined sugar, along with known allergens like gluten, soy and dairy, which can spawn inflammation. Avoid nightshade vegetables like tomatoes, potatoes and peppers, which anecdotally have been suggested to aggravate joint pain. Overall, strive for a plant-based diet high in fiber, colorful, antioxidant-rich vegetables and “good” fats. One recent Michigan State University study found that when osteoarthritis patients switched to a plant-based diet for six weeks, they experienced less pain than those in the meat-eating control group.

Exercise Smart

When joint pain begins to flare up, a carefully chosen workout may be exactly what’s needed for relief. A.J. Gregg, a chiropractor in Flagstaff, Arizona, says, “There is an element of ‘use-it-or-lose it’.” The proper exercise depends partly on which joints are affected. He notes that properly executed strength training exercises like lifting weights can stabilize muscles around joints, easing strain and preventing arthritis from accelerating. Low-impact aerobic exercises like cycling or swimming can fuel the production and flushing of fluids through the joints without overloading them. Tai chi

can improve range of motion. Even running, long falsely maligned as a precursor to arthritis, can help prompt cartilage cells to divide and replenish faster, research suggests.

A study of 75,000 runners by researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, in California, found that they were less likely to develop osteoarthritis of the knee than less active people. A subsequent paper by University of Illinois researchers found that while each running step levels more force on joints than a walking step, the foot hits the ground less often, so when it comes to wear and tear, it approximates the effect of walking. “Running doesn’t set people up for earlier development of osteoarthritis, and can in fact be protective,” says Gregg, stressing that proper form, a soft running surface and moderation are all important.

Regenerative Injections

For more advanced cases of osteoarthritis, Seenauth recommends regenerative injections such as prolotherapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. For PRP, doctors draw some of the patient’s blood and spin it down with a centrifuge to isolate platelets loaded with growth-promoting compounds. Then, they inject the platelets into the joint. A study of 78 patients with knee osteoarthritis published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine found that those receiving one or two PRP injections had significantly less pain and better function six months later, while the placebo group worsened. In prolotherapy, doctors inject natural substances like dextrose and saline into the joint two to three times for

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Easy Ways to Keep Joints Healthy

by Kevin Sgroi

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id you know that there are 650 muscles, 360 joints, and 206 bones in the human body? And they all work in synergy together, to help keep one another healthy.

It is vital to maintain proper muscle balance around joints to help preserve healthy joints throughout the body.

With 360 joints in the human body, it’s no wonder millions of Americans suffer with joint problems. While one of the most common conditions is arthritis, there are other factors that can adversely affect the joint and cause deterioration. Thankfully, degenerative changes in the joint can be avoided by employing proper posture, body mechanics, and proper muscle balance around the joints.

Although any joint in the body is susceptible to developing degenerative changes, the more planes of motion and freedom of movement in a joint makes that particular joint more susceptible to damaging wear and tear. This can set the stage for small degenerative changes in a joint that, at first, has no effects. But in time the damage to the joint becomes more severe and problems develop such as pain, swelling, decreased range of motion, and a decrease in the ability to perform activities of daily living pain-free.

Some of the more mobile joints include the cervical spine, low back and shoulders. Although we can develop degenerative changes in the hip, knee and ankle, these joints generally present less of a problem for patients than the more mobile joints of the spine and shoulder girdle.

The cervical spine is especially vulnerable to degenerative changes. Since the advent of computers, cell phones and video games, people have developed extremely poor habits that significantly impact posture and muscle imbalance throughout the cervical spine and shoulder girdle.

There are numerous muscles that influence posture and movement of the cervical spine.

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six to eight weeks to promote production of collagen and other tissue-regenerating compounds.

“Rather than inject a steroid, which provides a short-term fix by suppressing the immune response, we inject a concentrated solution that ignites the body’s natural healing response,” says Seenauth.

A Mind-Body Approach

muscle imbalance in and around the cervical spine causing unneeded stress on facet joints. Proper posture leads to normal muscle balance around the joints.

When muscle imbalances do occur, the first thing that should be considered is retraining of the muscle and not a general strengthening of the musculature in and around the cervical spine. Strength training will only tighten muscles that are already in a shortened and tight position. A good physical therapist can guide their client through proper retraining techniques and strengthening techniques to assure proper alignment not only in the cervical spine, but in other areas such as the shoulder, knee and low back.

However, ‘an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,’ so don’t overlook the small warning signs of degenerative joint changes. We can all significantly impact adverse effects on our joints with proper posture, body mechanics and exercise routines. Those that have not incorporated an exercise routine in their daily activities should consult with a health care professional before pursuing such an endeavor.

Kevin Sgroi, PT, is the creator of Chazael Lotion and owner of Joshua Tree Physical Therapy at 8300 Wayne Drive in Hayden, Idaho. He exclusively uses Chazael Lotion on his patients with many different forms of arthritis and joint issues with outstanding results. For more information, contact 208772-9774 or visit Chazael-Lotion.com. See spotlight, page 12 and ad, page 2.

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Natural joint pain remedies also encompass acupuncture and meditation. In the UK, a University of York meta-review of 114 studies exploring 22 integrative or complementary therapies for arthritis, including strength and aerobic exercise training, found acupuncture to have the most studies completed and the most promising results.

“Acupuncture can be considered as one of the more effective physical treatments for alleviating osteoarthritis knee pain in the short term,” concluded the authors.

University of Auckland researchers, in New Zealand, recruited 42 rheumatoid arthritis patients and assigned half to a program of mindfulness-based stress reduction, described by researchers as “the cultivation of nonjudgmental attention to unwanted thoughts, feelings and bodily experiences via meditation.”

While the meditation group saw no change in levels of inflammatory markers in the blood or the number of swollen joints, they did report significantly less morning stiffness, tenderness and pain.

The patients, in essence, trained themselves to experience their symptoms differently.

“Pain is not just about nerves detecting a noxious stimulant and sending the signal to your brain. The brain has a whole system for processing these signals, and is also informed by your experiences, emotions and cognition,” says Seenauth, who recommends mindfulness meditation to all of his patients.

“With the right nutrition, therapies and state of mind,” he says, “you can significantly reduce the impact joint pain has on your life.”

Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

A Workout that Protect the Joints

by Jennifer Wiglesworth

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ho would believe that an exercise could actually protect the joints?

Popular sports like baseball, tennis, football, basketball and soccer foundationally rely on the movement of running, which stresses the joints. These stress triggers are mostly derived from repetition of movements, commonly affecting both the knee and ankle joints. Over time, these stresses usually lead to injury which leads to inability to perform the aforementioned sports. For an athlete, or passionate player, this can be devastating. However, the great news is there are exercises that promote joint health.

The most popular exercises promoting joint health have historically been Pilates, yoga and swimming. They each protect the joints in their own varying ways. Pilates focuses on core balance and takes the pressure completely out of the

joints. Yoga focuses on breathing techniques, balance and isometric strength.

Swimming, although most definitely the most fast-paced of the three, relies on the water to resist gravity and lighten the strain on the joints. Although all three are great in their own right, a new workout has gained popularity in the joint-health world—barre.

Although technically the barre workouts have been around since circa 1970s,

they have just recently gained popularity.

Barre fuses the best of yoga, Pilates and dance-exercise into one high-intensity, lowimpact workout. Barre workouts appeal to everyone based on their results and are particularly attractive to athletes for their high-intensity. Finding an exercise that protects the joints, along with the high-impact appeal, creates the best of both worlds for athletes. This is especially true for athletes who have suffered from injuries.

Whether one is an athlete, an avidexerciser, or simply seeking a workout that protect the joints, the great news is there are options out there. At the end of the day, we all get one body to work out, so let’s do what we can to protect our joints, while enjoying all the benefits of a great exercise program.

Jennifer Wiglesworth is the owner of BarreU located at 195 E Hazel Ave. in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. For more information, call 503-720-9451 or visit BarreUcda.com. See ad, page 17.

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Founding member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, international speaker and bestselling author Dr. Michael Greger, whose How Not to Die book now has a companion cookbook, is at the forefront of the growing conscious eating for wellness movement. The conclusions he’s drawn from his own practice are supported by the largest study to date on disease risk factors, the Global Burden of Disease, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. “The number one cause of death and cause of disability in the United States is our diet. Genetics loads the gun, but lifestyle pulls the trigger. Genes are not our destiny,” Greger says.

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make them more plant-friendly. For instance, try replacing the taco meat with lentils spiced with traditional taco seasonings.”

Other helpful tips include tapping a family member, friend or colleague eager to support healthy choices. It can be difficult to be the only one eating healthfully in any group, but having a support system can help make the transition easier.

Superfoods as Allies

According to Jennifer Di Noia, Ph.D., of William Paterson University of New Jersey, in Wayne, superfoods have 17 nutrients in common that are critical to the prevention of chronic disease, based on findings of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the Institute of Medicine.

Phytochemicals are the body’s best source of antioxidants to help fortify cells against cancer and premature aging, as well as reduce the risk of heart disease and some types of dementia. Leafy greens such as collards, beet tops and certain lettuces, along with cruciferous vegetables, pack the most punch. Surprisingly, popular kale came in at number 15 on the CDC list of 41 superfoods, scoring only 49 out of 100 points for phytonutrient value.

Results of an in vitro study published by the journal Nutrition Research spotlight the cholesterol-reducing benefits of steamed collard greens and their ability to

boost the body’s natural cholesterol blockers by 13 percent more than the pharmaceutical drug Cholestyramine.

Results as Reward

Greger reminds us that changing our diet can be initially daunting, but better health is worth the effort, as exemplified by one of his leading cases. “I met with an obese, middle-aged man with Type 2 diabetes in the beginning stages of diabetic neuropathy. After a month of being on a plant-based diet, he had reversed his diabetes and his nerve pain disappeared.

Within three months, he no longer

needed medications for high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Two decades later, he remains vigorous and free of chronic disease.”

Greger’s greatest reward is seeing people enjoying better health. His joy is evident when he confides, “Stories of people regaining health charge my batteries and make me jump out of bed in the morning.”

Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer and author of several books, including Multidimensional Aromatherapy. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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More Happiness

by Deborah Shouse

Parents wishing to simplify child-raising seek less stress and more fun; less scheduling and more casual time; less “shoulds” and more “want-tos” less second-guessing and more confidence.

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or a happier family life, experts encourage parents to stay true to their own values, strengths and sense of family purpose, focusing on the wonders of their children instead of endless daily tasks.

It begins with each child feeling loved.

Learn Love Languages

For Gary Chapman, Ph. D., author of The 5 Love Languages of Children: The Secret to Loving Children Effectively, understanding each child’s particular needs for touch, affirming words, quality time, gifts or acts of service is foundational to parenting success. “Other than security, a child’s deepest need is to feel loved,” says Chapman, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. “If their love tank is full, children grow up emotionally healthy. Knowing a child’s preferred language helps parents effectively communicate their feelings. The question is not, ‘Do you love your children?’ It’s, ‘Do your children feel loved?’”

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rushes to hug him, grinning while his dad tousles his hair. Chapman’s daughter often calls out, “Dad, come into my room. I want to show you something.” This is how he communicates with each child in their primary love language.

Parents learn their children’s preferred communication style by observing their behavior, noticing how they express love and listening to them. They can also offer options and track results. For example: n Would you like to take the dog to the park (quality time) or for me to help you study for a test (acts of service)? n Would you like to wrestle (touch) or shop for your new shoes (gift)?

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child’s primary language and sprinkle in the others,” says Chapman. “Children who feel loved respond better to suggestions and discipline. They also learn how to express their feelings.”

Avoid Unreal Idealizing

Some parents carry a mental snapshot of their ideal child, perhaps envisioning a kid that is into sports or even-tempered or academically gifted. Often, that picture is very different from the actual child.

The first step to truly accepting the child is to allow ourselves to feel whatever authentic feelings pop up. The parent might think, “I love my son, but am struggling; I adore sports and may never get to share that with him.”

“Give yourself time to process disappointment,” advises Susan Stiffelman, a Los Angeles marriage and family therapist, mother of one and author of Parenting Without Power Struggles: Raising Joyful,

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Resilient Kids While Staying Cool, Calm and Connected. “Then identify the things you love about your kids and share those with them.” As just one example, we might convey that we love the sound of their voice and how gentle they are with the baby.

“Appreciating our children as they are is one way to keep our hearts open,” says Stiffelman.

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Focus on the Good

When Barbara Unell, a parent educator and author of Discipline With Love and Limits: Calm, Practical Solutions to the 43 Most Common Childhood Behavior Problems, birthed twins, she was initially daunted by the work of caring for them.

Then she began simplifying by focusing on the “wow” factors.

“Being a parent speaks to the core of our humanity. Experiencing the growth and development of a human being is miraculous. I started looking at parenting through that lens,” says Unell, who lives in the Leawood, Kansas, area.

Asha Dornfest, of Portland, Oregon, a podcaster, co-author of Minimalist Parenting: Enjoy Modern Family Life More by Doing Less and mother of two, relates, “I paid more attention to my values and my family’s unique needs and was less influenced by parenting experts, social pressures and well-meaning peers.”

Dornfest explored her own values by asking, “What did I learn from my parents?” and, “How do I want my family to be different?” She also practiced trusting her intuition. “Even when I’m not certain I’m right, I know I love my children, I’m doing my best, and I’ll make adjustments if necessary,” she says.

Create Rhythm and Rituals

Rhythmic activities ease the anxiety of family transitions and furnish warm solidarity, consistency and connectedness. “Increasing the predictability of meals, bedtime and other rituals also improves family life,” says Davina Muse, a mental health counselor and mother of two from Great Barrington, Massachusetts.

Muse serves as training director for Simplicity Parenting, a program based on Kim John Payne’s book Simplicity Parenting: Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier, and More Secure Kids that offers a connective ritual families can merge with mealtimes. Each person describes a “rose” (one good thing from the day) or a “thorn” (one challenging thing) and a “bud” (one thing they’re anticipating).

Such sharing builds a family connection and helps kids discuss difficult issues, notes Muse. Also, “Describing the bud lifts everyone’s mood.”

Every Friday evening, the Dornfests share a Sabbath dinner, a low-key way for them to gather and talk. “This ritual adds a rhythm to our week and anchors us,” says Dornfest.

Elect De-Stress Over Distress

Everyone can sometimes become overscheduled and overwhelmed; a balance between scheduled time and downtime is necessary to well-being. In her daily check-in, Dornfest confers with herself and her husband, inquiring, “How are things going? Are they too hectic? Is our schedule energizing or draining?”

She advises, “When I feel like I’m riding a runaway train, I slow down. There seem to be so many ‘shoulds’ in parenting; we instead need to discover what our family loves.”

Before enlisting a child for an activity, Dornfest suggests we ask why it’s important: Are you making up for your own missed opportunities as a child? Are you worried your child will miss out? Do you equate these lessons with being a good and caring parent?

Parenting is more than checking off lists and tasks. It’s about being connected with children. Build in playtime, roughhousing, chase each other around the yard, toss balloons or balls together, blow bubbles and welcome opportunities for laughter.

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outside to play. “Nature is very soothing,” says Muse. “Climbing trees, searching for rocks and pine cones, playing with dirt, sticks, water and leaves all offer healing down time.”

To escape from worries and distractions, Stiffelman suggests three or four minutes of meditation or simply designated quiet time. For little ones, lay a stuffed teddy bear on the child’s tummy and have them notice how the animal is moving. A parent and child can also be aware of the sounds they are hearing, plus incorporate a little mindful breathing into the bedtime ritual.

Know the Power of Space

Most parents think their children would go crazy if half their toys and books were removed, but this isn’t true.

“My trainers and I have worked with thousands of parents on decluttering, and the results have been powerful,” says Muse.

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ages parents to discard broken toys, give away anything no longer being played with and attractively store current playthings.

She observes, “As you decrease the quantity of toys and clutter, you increase the child’s attention and capacity for deep play.”

Build Resilience

Simplifying parenting means releasing the notion that children must be happy, well-behaved and delighted with life and their parents at all times. Unell used the daily multitasking challenges with her twins as exercises in developing resilience and modeling these skills for them. If children spill milk, the parent comments, “No big deal. We all spill things.” When there’s a minor accident, “Let’s just get towels and clean it up.” A resilient attitude is, “Something goes wrong, we fix it.”

It’s also about being flexible and coping with disappointment.

“To build resilience, parents need to feel comfortable in the presence of an

unhappy child,” says Stiffelman. “If parents don’t allow children to be disappointed, kids can become rigid, lack confidence and struggle with unreasonable expectations.”

During meltdowns or disappointments, she recommends sitting quietly, listening, and then empathizing and helping put the children’s feelings into words.

“This is not the time to lecture or advise,” she says. “Upset children can’t really listen.”

Yet, they can be heard—a key way to help them mature.

Parents that learn to simplify happily discover that their children feel calmer and more loved, socially and emotionally adept, and resilient. Concepts focused on creating connections, rather than parenting perfection, are easy to weave into everyday life.

Deborah Shouse is a writer, speaker, editor, dementia advocate, parent and grandmother.

She’s also the author of Connecting in the Land of Dementia: Creative Activities to Explore Together (DementiaJourney.org).

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Hillyard Farmers’ Market – thru Sept 24. 3-6pm.

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saturday Cheney Farmers’ Market – 10am-3pm. Fresh local produce and more. 1011 First St, Cheney.

Farmers’ Market at Sandpoint – thru Oct 13.

9am-1pm. Supporting agriculture through education and a diverse community market. Farmin Park, The Fountain, Third Ave and Oak St, Sandpoint, ID. SandpointFarmersMarket.com.

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tuesday Cheney Farmers’ Market – 10am-3pm. Fresh local produce and more. 1011 First St, Cheney.

Fairwood Farmers’ Market – thru Oct 13. 3-7pm.

A vibrant North Spokane farmers’ market. 319 W Hastings, Spokane. FairwoodFarmersMarket.org.

wednesday Coeur d’Alene Wednesday Market – thru Sept.

4-7pm. Vegetables, flowers and native plants, meats, cheeses, bread, honey and jams. Sherman Ave and 5th St, Coeur d’Alene, ID. KootenaiFarmers Markets.org.

Farmers’ Market at Sandpoint – thru Oct 13.

3-5:30pm. Supporting agriculture through education and a diverse community market. Farmin Park, The Fountain, Third Ave and Oak St, Sandpoint, ID. SandpointFarmersMarket.com.

Kendall Yards Night Market – thru late Sept.

5-9pm. Kendall Yards Night Market brings friends and neighbors together in our unique location along the Spokane River gorge. Shop for local produce, check out our array of street food vendors, enjoy live music, share a meal with friends or just

gather with your neighbors and enjoy the sights and sounds. Summit Parkway, east of Cedar St, Spokane. KendallNightMarket.org.

Millwood Farmers’ Market – thru Sept 26. 3-7pm.

Supported by community partners, come check out our family-friendly market. 8910 E Dalton Ave, Spokane. MillwoodPC.org.

Hayden Saturday Market – thru Oct. 9am1:30pm. Vegetables, flowers and native plants, meats, cheeses, bread, honey and jams. SE corner Hwy 95 & Prairie, Hayden, ID. KootenaiFarmers Markets.org.

Liberty Lake Farmers’ Market – thru Oct 13.

9am-1pm. The Liberty Lake Farmers’ Market averages 40 to 50 vendors each Saturday, and is full of wonderful produce, baked goods, eggs, meats, fish and specialty items from all around the Northwest.

1421 N Meadowood Ln, Liberty Lake. LibertyLake FarmersMarket.com.

Spokane Farmers’ Market – thru Oct 31. 8am1pm. Shop fresh vegetables and fruits, as well as baked goods, meat, eggs, cheese, honey, plants and more. 20 W 5th Ave, Spokane. SpokaneFarmers Market.org.

Spokane Farmers’ Market – thru Oct. 8am-1pm.

Fresh vegetables and fruits, baked goods, meat, eggs, cheese, honey, plants and more. 20 W 5th Ave, Spokane. SpokaneFarmersMarket.org.

thursday South Perry Thursday Market – thru Oct 25.

3-7pm. Fresh, healthy, locally grown food and locally crafted products in the South Perry neighborhood. 924 S Perry, Spokane. ThursdayMarket.org.

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calendar of events NOTE: All calendar events must be received by the 10th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. Review guidelines for submissions at inwAwakenings.com or email Publisher@inwAwakenings.com for more information.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Nourish Uganda Fundraiser – 6-8pm. Join as we welcome a delegation of high-ranking Ugandan officials for the launch of our Nourish Uganda fundraiser. This school-feeding program focuses on eliminating preventable malnutrition in Uganda schools. Southside Community Center, 3151 E 27th Ave, Spokane. Free. Info: MarciTanzer@hotmail. com. Facebook.com/NourishUganda.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 Beyond Pink Beer Festival Fundraiser – 4-10pm.

Join Beyond Pink for their first annual Beer Festival Fundraiser. Live music, local vendors, food trucks, beer tasting, lawn games and more. Wear a pink shirt and receive $1 off a pint. Free. Downtown Spokane on 3rd Ave between Jefferson and Madison. BeyondPink.net.

Wild Wombyns Wise Ways Weekend – Sept 7-9.

Retreat to the mountains of North Idaho with other conscious women and explore breast health, moon cycles, herbs, wildcrafting and earth-centered living taught by renowned teachers in their field. $185$225/sliding scale. Rejuvenation Sanctuary, Sagle.

208-255-2550. Register: Anthrodynamic.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 2018 Compassion Games Spokane – Sept 8-23.

Local nonprofit One Peace, Many Paths joins with people worldwide to sponsor the Global Unity Compassion Games; two weeks of events, service projects and action aimed at creating more compassionate communities. 509-536-2811.

OnePeaceManyPaths@gmail.com. Schedule: Facebook.com/CompassionSpokane.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Compassion Games Spokane: Horse Massacre Healing Event – 3-4pm. A ceremony to honor the tribes and horses who suffered during the horrific massacre of horses by the U.S. army exactly 160 years ago. Features the dedication of a Peace Pole donated to the city, drumming, prayers and blessing of the horses. Free. Spokane Tribal Gathering Place, 347 N Post St. 509-536-2811. RSVP: OnePeaceManyPaths@gmail.com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Mary’s Plate Online Weight Loss Challenge – Ongoing. Online events focus on nutrition education, misinformation from the diet industry, and creating healthy eating habits. Sign up at MarysPlate.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Compassion Games Spokane: Food Sorting at Northwest Harvest Distribution Center – Noon2pm. 3808 N Sullivan Rd, Spokane Valley. 509-5362811. RSVP: OnePeaceManyPaths@gmail.com.

Compassion Games Spokane: Fall Cleanup at Drumheller Springs Park – 6-8pm. Help clean up,

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weed and preserve native species on this historical Native American site. 3101 N Ash Place. 509-5362811. RSVP: OnePeaceManyPaths@gmail.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Rivercreek Wellness Grand Opening – 4-6pm.

Join Drs Julie and Trevor George for the official opening of their clinic. Raffles and prizes! 521 N Argonne Rd, Ste B105, Spokane Valley. 509-9191385. RivercreekWellness.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Compassion Games Spokane: Spokane Riverkeepers Cleanup – 9am-noon. Help cleanup areas of the Spokane River. 509-536-2811. Info: OnePeaceManyPaths@gmail.com. LandsCouncil.org.

Holy Fire II Reiki I and II Intensive Training – Sept 15-16. 9am-6pm. This beginning training is one of the most thorough and comprehensive available. It includes both Reiki I and II and is a combination of western and Japanese styles. Tuition: $410. A Spiritual Touch, 923 E Sherman Ave, Coeur d’Alene. Register: 208-691-8865. Facebook.com/HealingCenterOfLove.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Food for Thought – 5:30-6:30pm. It’s back to school and back to basics! Learn about sugar verses carbs, good fat versus bad fat and how to interpret food labels. Replace with healthy carbs and healthy fats to provide kids and adults the brain power and physical energy they need. $10. The Lotus, 225 E Sprague Spokane. Info/tickets: AwakendTaste.com/events.

savethedate Gemstone Folklore Class Monday, September 17 5:30-7:30pm

Participants explore the metaphysical properties of gems and minerals and their use. Co-taught by the owner and assistant manager, Pamela and Kendall Barclay. $15. Wonders of the World Bead Shop, Flour Mill, 621 W Mallon Ave, Spokane. Sign up in the bead shop. Info: 509325-2867. WondersOfTheWorldInc.com.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Manifest: Heal, Reveal Create – Sept 18-Oct 16. 6:30-8pm. Five-week Tuesday evening series exploring the step-by-step interactive process to manifestation. Space is limited. The Lotus, 225 E Sprague Spokane. Info/cost: TheLotusSpokane.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Compassion Games Spokane: World Peace Flag Ceremony – 6:30pm. Join for a musical and visually stunning, participatory ceremony in which each nation of the world is individually blessed with the statement,

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“May Peace Prevail.” Gonzaga University Hemmingson Center, 702 E Desmet Ave, Spokane. 509536-2811. RSVP: OnePeaceManyPaths@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Valleyfest – Sept 22-23. 10am-6pm, Sat; 11am4pm, Sun. Valleyfest is a community-driven, safe, family-oriented festival in Spokane Valley.

Join the festivities and visit the many booths and vendors available. Mirabeau Point Park, 10814 E Broadway Ave, Spokane Valley. 509-922-3299.

Info@Valleyfest.org. Valleyfest.org.

Compassion Games Spokane: Earth and Spirit Festival – 11am-5:30pm. Closing day of the Compassion Games, enjoy music, art and workshops exploring sustainability and how to live in harmony with the Earth. $5 donation. Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S Bernard St. Info: OnePeaceManyPaths@gmail.com.

Bringing in the Harvest – 2-6pm. Spokane Edible Tree Project’s (SETP) fifth annual friendraiser, featuring local food and beverage, live music and outdoor games. All proceeds benefit SETP. $30/ ticket. Children under 12/free. Resurrection Orchard, 15319 E 8th Ave, Spokane Valley. 509209-2890. Info@SpokaneEdibleTreeProject.org.

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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 A Mother’s Heart – A Hero’s Journey – Sept 30-Oct 6. We are bringing together mothers who in the past or present have made the difficult decision to send their child into the care of strangers. In partnership with Breakwater Expeditions, join for a week to rediscover, renew and restore your sense of self and purpose. $2,200. San Juan Islands, WA. 541-306-1254. WomensHeartCircles.com.

plan ahead SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6 Beyond Pink Designer Bra Fashion Show and Live Auction – 5-9pm. Spokane’s award-winning party with a purpose is back for its ninth year. Enjoy the best silent auction in town, complimentary wine, hors d’œuvres and Spokane’s most entertaining live auction. Proceeds go to breast disease awareness and prevention in our area. $75/ticket.

Davenport Grand Autograph Collection, 333 W Spokane Falls Blvd. BeyondPink.net.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10 North Idaho Women’s Wellness Fair – 4:30-7:30pm.

More than 100 health and wellness vendors for women seeking natural ways to look and feel better. Food and drink samples, giveaways and raffle prizes. Free admission. Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S 2nd St, CdA, ID. Facebook.com/NorthIdahoWellness.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 Holistic Festival – 10am-6pm. Attend holistic lectures and visit with chiropractors, readers, healers, massage therapists, energy workers, experience new alternative technologies and health scans, essential oils, herbs, weight loss, detox, aura pictures, books, art, jewelry, crystals, gifts and more. $6. CenterPlace at Mirabeau Point Park, 2426 N Discovery Plc, Spokane Valley. HolisticFestivals.com.

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sunday Unity Center of North Spokane Group Service – 8:45am & 11am. A contemplative meditation service at 8:45am and a more social celebration service at 11am. Youth services at 11am. 4123 E Lincoln Rd, Spokane. 509-489-6964.

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Unity Spiritual Center Group Service – 10am (Sept 2); 9am & 11am thereafter. Join for joy-filled music that opens the heart; a time of stillness to quiet the mind and body; and dynamic messages that both uplift and challenge us to make our lives, and our world better. Childcare available. 2900 S Bernard St, Spokane. 509-838-6518. UnitySpokane.org.

Tsinta Mani Choling Buddhist Meditation and Cultural Center – 9-11am.

Meditation, teachings and study lead by Lama Lakshey Zangpo. 2902 N East Oval St, Spokane. 509-449-9829. TsintaMani.org.

Unitarian Universalist Church – 9:15am & 11am. We have no dogma or creed and we are each free to seek inspiration from many sources, including the world’s many religions, philosophy, literature, art and science. 4340 W Fort George Wright Dr, Spokane. 509-325-6383. UUSpokane.org.

Unity Spiritual Center of North Idaho Group Service – 10am. Our Sunday services are a celebration of living with spirit. 4465 N 15th St, Coeur d’Alene, ID. 208-664-1125. UnityCenter.org.

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.

saturday LuJong Yoga – 11am-noon. 4th Sat. Tibetan spiritual yoga taught by meditation master Lama Lakshey Zangpo. $10. Souls Center, 707 N Cedar St, Ste 2, Spokane. TsintaMani.org.

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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.

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

thursday $3 Dinner – 4-7pm. Join Main Market for their healthy and affordable $3 dinners.

Meat or vegan options available. 44 W Main Ave, Spokane. MainMarket.coop.

Half-Hour to Health – 6-6:30pm. 3rd Thur. See Monday listing. 2503 E 27th Ave, Spokane. 509-315-8166. ClearChiroSpokane.com.

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.

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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 19.

ENERGY HEALERS SUSAN FLERCHINGER

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High-intensity, low-impact exercise designed for every age and fitness level. A fun studio where women make life-long friends.

Childcare available. See ad, page 17.

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.

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We believe food should taste amazing and be healthy, chemical free, and full of integrity. Our flour blend is USDA organic and ethically sourced sweet white rice, brown rice, tapioca, almond and coconut flours. Recipes online. 50% of proceeds purchased through Flour.

Farm go to 2nd Harvest Food Bank. See ad, page 7.

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 25.

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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.

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HOLISTIC WEIGHT LOSS CONSULTANT MARY’S PLATE

Mary Stearly, RN-BSN Pilates Instructor Spokane • 804-819-0965 MarysPlate.com I specialize in helping clients achieve sustainable weight loss through holistic nutrition and movement. I provide nutrition and health education, meal planning assistance, help with emotional/ stress eating, and private Pilates instruction. Stop dieting and lose the weight for good!

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May improve sleep, stamina, energy, muscle definition, libido, skin, nails, weight loss, hair growth, joint mobility and more.

Contact to request a three-minute video to learn more. See ad, page 8.

HYPNOTHERAPY JAMES BARFOOT, CHT Intentional Hypnosis 827 W 1st Ave, Ste 203 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.

HYPNOTHERAPY MARY PETERSON, RN, CCHT

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, so met im es ca lle d ta p p in g , allowing faster relief of emotional challenges. See ad, page 25.

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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

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See ads, pages 23 and 25.

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SHALOM MASSAGE AND WELLNESS Michelle Phay, LMT, RYI, LN 1325 W 1st Ave, Ste 202 Spokane • 509-290-7004 ShalomMassageSpokane.com

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 17.

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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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ORGANIC SKINCARE & MEDICAL AESTHETICS EMILY ELIZABETH SKINCARE STUDIO 30 E Sprague Ave, Ste C Spokane • 509-475-3284 EmilyElizabethSkincare.com

Emily Elizabeth is a Medically Trained Master Aesthetician with more than 16 years experience in the spa industry.

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Becca Althouse, CHt, LMT 59 Queen Ave, Ste 104 Spokane • 808-250-8344 WithBecca.com Specializing in Quantum Healing Hypnosis (QHHT). Past life soul regression that allows you to connect and communicate with your higher self for healing, guidance and deeper understanding of any aspect of your life; physical, emotional or spiritual. Free Consultation.

PET SERVICES HAPPY TAILS ON TRAILS Kenzie Ferguson Spokane • 281-780-3878 KFerg5265@gmail.com Facebook.com/HTOT5265

Dogs require 30-to-120 minutes of exercise every day to stay healthy and happy. My passion is to help loving pet owners do just this! I pick dogs up from their home, take them on fun and playful hikes, and then drop them back off feeling revitalized!

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Dr. Deakins recognizes sexual health is vital to a vibrant and healthy life. At Inland Wellness & Vitality, we are certified and trained in multiple cutting-edge therapies which can enhance and increase sexual function and fulfillment for men and women of any age. See ad, page 3.

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SPIRITUAL CENTERS UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER 2900 S Bernard St, Spokane 509-838-6518 UnitySpokane.org

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

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 9.

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Available at coffee shops, fitness centers, yoga and Pilates studios, healing centers, vitamin shops, libraries, juice bars, YMCAs, and various markets like: • Flour Mill Natural Foods

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• Fred Meyer: CdA, Thor/Freya, North

• Pilgrim’s Market

• Garland Mercantile

• Rocket Market Organic Grocery Store

• Green’s Fresh Market

• Rosauers: 29th Ave South Hill, Freya, North, Spokane Valley

• Grocery Outlet: CdA, Downtown, North, Spokane Valley

• Super One Foods: CdA, Hayden, Post Falls

• Huckleberry’s Natural Market

• The Grain Shed

• Main Market Co-op

• Trader Joe’s South Hill (outside, west wall)

• Natural Grocers

• Yoke’s Fresh Market: Eagle Ridge, Liberty Lake, North Foothills Dr., Sandpoint, Spokane Valley

• Petunias Gourmet & Organic Marketplace

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