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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.

22 FOOD DEMOCRACY

By the People, for the People and Toward a Stronger Nation

spotlight 19 businessspotlight by Melinda Hemmelgarn 12 21 naturalpet 26 consciouseating 26 VEGGIE NATION REVOLUTION 29 inspiration by Judith Fertig 30 healthykids 29 SONGS OF FREEDOM 34 healingways We All Long for Liberty by Enrique Smeke 36 fitbody 38 wisewords 30 ADVENTURES 21 40 greenliving IN NATURE Families Create Memories 42 calendar at Nearby Parks by Harriet Shugarman 47 resourceguide

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Disorder in the Honey Bee

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34 Tap Into the

Infinite Field of Possibilities

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36 SAVVY CYCLING Keep the Hard Knocks Out of Biking

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38 JEFFREY SMITH

WARNS AGAINST GMOS

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40 FOOD GLEANING Harvesting Leftovers Feeds the Hungry

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contact us Publishers/Owners Jacqueline Mast • Kendra Campbell Executive Editor Jacqueline Mast Editor Michelle Bense Design & Production Stephen Blancett • Steven Hagewood Steffi Karwoth • Helene Leininger Writers Gisele Siebold • Julianne Hale Sheila Julson Advertising Sales Kendra Campbell 717-399-3187 Publisher@NALancaster.com Accounting Marilyn Campbell Natural Awakenings – Lancaster-Berks Ten Branches Publishing P.O. Box 6274 Lancaster, PA 17607 Phone: 717-399-3187 Fax: 717-427-1441 Publisher@NALancaster.com NALancaster.com • NABerks.com © 2015 by Natural Awakenings. All rights reserved. Although some parts of this publication may be reproduced and reprinted, we require that prior permission be obtained in writing. Natural Awakenings is a free publication distributed locally and is supported by our advertisers. It is available in selected stores, health and education centers, healing centers, public libraries and wherever free publications are generally seen. Please call to find a location near you or if you would like copies placed at your business.

istory is made by those with a keen eye for everyday injustices and a fierce belief in making a difference by being the change they want to see. Staying true to inner convictions is the tiny spark of authentic power that enhances personal freedoms and illuminates valuable health and lifestyle choices that boost energy, joy, and longevity to help build a better world. Jacqueline & Kendra Heightened individual consciousness has resulted in a collective focus on what we feed ourselves, leading many to explore the source and purity of our food and the science behind choices that resonate with feeling our best. Gaining serious momentum in the past decade, this spirited movement is now questioning the accepted assumptions in the agricultural industry that have global impact, inspiring many of us to better serve ourselves, our children, and the environment. We recently attended the grand opening of Reading’s Penn Street Market, a celebration of the re-emergence of a centuries-old community tradition that is truly invested in a seasonable, healthy and accessible downtown food supply. The mood was vibrant, and the event was well supported by vendors, farmers, local leaders and city residents. Market Director Lucine Sehelnik shares her enthusiasm, intention and the vision behind the community initiative in the event spotlight on page 24. July’s issue highlights the themes of inspired living and food democracy—two interwoven forces of hope and activism that continue to push forward. We are thrilled to be supporting the very recently opened film PlantPure Nation, which will be screened at Lancaster’s local independent theatre, Zoetropolis. Based in part on the groundbreaking nutritional research legacy of Dr. T. Colin Campbell, the documentary highlights important health benefits of plant-based diets and the simple choices that can lift individuals and communities above social, political and personal barriers to optimal health.

We envision a world in which clean, affordable and wholesome food is readily available for all, and where collective truth and dignity easily support the enjoyment of these shared and basic human rights.

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urever Home Adoption Center, a nonprofit organization, will host its Second Annual Sizzling Summer Vendor and Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., July 11, at That Fish Place, in Lancaster. Free admission to the petfriendly event—held rain or shine— includes more than 50 businesses, vendors, crafters, food sales, raffles and kids’ games. Opened in October 2010 with a mission to relieve the suffering of homeless animals, the center is the only all-volunteer, no-kill, cage-free animal facility in Lancaster County. The comfortable, homelike facility—where cats are free to run and play together—allows the volunteers to see and assess the true personalities of the animals, which assists them in finding forever homes. Volunteers, foster families and donations are always in need and appreciated. Vendor space at the fair is still available. The following donations are needed: KMR powder or liquid kitten formula, bagged or canned cat food, canned kitten food and Tidy Cats Clumping Litter. Natural Awakenings readers will receive one raffle ticket for each donation brought to the fair. Location: 237 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. For more information, to participate or donate, call 717-560-6400, email Flippers1@ aol.com or visit FureverHomeAdoptionCenter.com.

Sheehan Natural Health Guts and Glory Digestive & Improvement Center Holds Wellness Expo Gut Instinct, Inc., a July Events Mynonprofit organization

heehan Natural Health Improvement Center—providing clinical nutrition, massage therapy and chiropractic care in Lancaster—is holding several events this month, including an open house at 12:30 p.m., July 11. The event Laura & Dr. Keith Sheehan will include healthy refreshments, as well as a complimentary initial health evaluation to determine candidacy for the Nutrition Response Testing (NRT) Program. Dr. Keith Sheehan has been practicing NRT for 15 years, and chiropractic care for 18 years. Laura Sheehan received her massage therapy license and certification in April, and now provides massage therapy services, in addition to NRT. Using the unique and time-tested evaluation techniques of NRT, holistic health practitioners at Sheehan Natural Health Improvement Center specialize in detecting specific hormonal and metabolic imbalances within the body, and work with clients to create a personalized healing program that improves overall health. Free classes will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. on the following dates: July 7, Digestive Health; July 15, Mental Health; July 23, Thyroid Health; and July 28, Skin/Hair Health.

in Berks County, will be hosting the second annual Guts and Glory Digestive & Wellness Expo, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., September 19—rain date September 20—at First Energy Stadium, in Reading. The expo aims to teach attendees how to be healthier from the inside out with vendors, lectures, health screenings, cooking demos, a farmers’ market, holistic experts, live music, healthy food and more. This public educational health fair emphasizes digestion and nutrition, educating community members about symptoms that warrant medical attention, encouraging a proactive and preventative approach to wellness, celebrating health, and empowering individuals to take action to live healthier lives. Natural Awakenings, Lancaster-Berks edition, as well as Natural Awakenings advertisers Health By Design Natural Clinic and The Fountain of Juice, are supporting the expo. Vendor spaces, sponsorship opportunities and volunteer shifts are still available. The goal of My Gut Instinct, Inc. is to promote community awareness of health and wellness through preventative health care and holistic wellbeing. The organization aims to increase public understanding of preventable diseases impacting community health by preventing avoidable diseases, motivating the community to make healthy choices, promoting cancer screenings and raising awareness of health concerns.

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Lancaster Community Reiki Clinic Gives Back

Lemon Street Market Refresh

emon Street Market—a fresh, local, friendly Lancaster grocer approaching its fourth year in business—recently rearranged its 800-square-foot first floor space to improve the flow of the floorplan and label departments more clearly. “The customer flow is much improved, and the produce is more visible now—highlighting the abundance of fresh, local items we carry from different farmers in the area,” shares co-owner Patricia Haverstick. The spatial redesign takes advantage of outer walls for coolers and shelving, while window areas are reserved for cafe seating. “We realized that our cafe seating was hidden away in a corner, with no natural light,” explains Haverstick. Visitors will also notice large, brightly painted signs hanging from the ceiling. Created and installed by local designers at Modern Art (ItsModernArt.com), the signs direct shoppers to different locations within the store, including take out, milk and juice, cheese and yogurt, meat and more. Local, organic produce, grass-fed meats and dairy, pastured eggs, baked goods, bulk foods, gluten-free, food-togo, personal care items and green cleaners are available for purchase. Patrons can also buy coffee, juices and light fare in the cafe. Location: 241 W. Lemon St., Lancaster. For more information, call 717-826-0843, email Info@LemonStreetMarket.com or visit LemonStreetMarket.com. See ad, page 32.

very month since November 2013, the Lancaster community has received the gift of Reiki through the Lancaster Community Reiki Clinic. The clinic operates on the third Thursday of each month, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the office of Loeffler & Pitt Dental Associates, who generously donate use of their space. The 25-minute sessions—with two practitioners providing Reiki for each client—must be scheduled in advance, and monetary donations are accepted. The clinic was created by Helene Williams, RN, a Reiki practitioner and teacher. Williams’ vision of providing community Reiki services grew out of her desire to introduce people to the healing and balancing effects of Reiki at a reduced cost. The 25 local, dedicated practitioners Williams recruited volunteer their time and skills each month. Since the clinic’s inception, over 100 clients have received the benefits of Reiki. Reiki, developed in Japan, is a gentle hands-on energy healing system used for stress reduction, relaxation, and balancing of mind, body and spirit. This safe, holistic technique enhances the body’s natural ability to heal. Money collected is used for supplies, advertising and services required to obtain nonprofit status for the clinic. Thirty percent of each month’s donations are given to local charities chosen by the clinic’s practitioners. To date, $1,000 has been given to 22 different charities. Location: Loeffler & Pitt Dental Associates, 2131 Oregon Pike, 2nd Floor, Lancaster. For more information, call 717269-6084, email ReikiHelene@gmail.com or visit Lancaster CommunityReikiClinic.com. See ad, page 50.

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Acupuncture Now Offered at Pathways to Healing Wellness Center

athways to Healing, a center for holistic health and well-being that has been providing holistic health services for over 20 years in Reading, has added acupuncture for weight loss as the newest healing modality. This service has been found to revitalize mind, body and spirit, supporting the body's innate wisdom to return to balance. Acupuncture can be a useful tool for weight loss. Tracie Robbins-Beasley Clients report that regularly scheduled treatments assist by reducing cravings and appetite, and increasing energy levels, willpower, metabolism, and by helping the body to release retained water. It can also regulate hormones and help those who have gained weight due to thyroid issues or those who are perimenopausal. Tracie Robbins-Beasley, licensed acupuncturist, has over eight years of experience helping clients with painful conditions, addictions, mental/emotional disorders, and disorders within the gynecological, gastrointestinal and circulatory systems. Robbins-Beasley tailors acupuncture sessions to suit the needs of each individual client at Pathways to Healing. Cost: $85 for initial 90-minute visit; $65 for subsequent 60-minute treatments. Location: 1817 Bernville Rd., Reading. For more information, call 610-373-7935, ext. 417, email Pathways@PathwaysToHealingPA.com or visit PathwaysToHealingPA.com. See ad, page 45.

GMO Free Lancaster County Pursues Ordinance

MO Free Lancaster County is pursuing a community rights ordinance to ban the cultivation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their associated chemicals in Lancaster. The ordinance will be available to sign at the Lancaster City Clerk’s office in September. Members of the community organization believe that the rights of a healthy, safe and locally determined community take precedence over the rights of corporations to profit from harmful activities. According to Thomas Linzey, Esq., co-founder and executive director of the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund, “The right to local, community self-government serves as the foundation for the American system of law and is a central tenet of our Declaration of Independence, and state and federal constitutions. The people’s right to self-governance has been routinely ignored by our elected representatives and overridden by the courts in favor of corporate rights.” An Organic Potluck in the Park will be held at 6 p.m., on July 19, in Long’s Park. Those interested in receiving the GMO Free Lancaster County newsletter and a notification when it’s time to sign the ordinance, as well as to R.S.V.P. for the potluck, can visit GMOFreeLancasterCounty.org.

National Tour for PlantPure Nation Film Comes to Zoetropolis

he feature-length documentary PlantPure Nation—which examines the political and economic factors that suppress information about the benefits of plant-based nutrition, including its positive impacts on medicine, farming and food deserts—will be shown at 6:30 p.m., July 30, at Zoetropolis Art House and Theatre, in Lancaster. PlantPure Nation—directed by Nelson Campbell with producer John Corry and writer/director Lee Fulkerson, who also teamed up on the acclaimed documentary Forks Over Knives, features the perspectives of T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D., bestselling author of The China Study, and other worldrenowned experts, doctors and authors. Zoetropolis is an art house theatre, dedicated to bringing more diverse films to Lancaster. Independent, documentary and foreign films are carefully chosen and proudly featured. The cafe/ event space is host to private functions, community events and art shows. Location: 315 W. James St., Lancaster. For more information, visit Zoetropolis.com.

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Social Isolation Linked to Earlier Death

ew research from Brigham Young University indicates that social interaction decreases the risk of premature death. Scientists conducted an analysis of actuarial health research from 1980 to 2014 that included more than 3 million people. The study found living alone increased the risk of death by 32 percent, while perceptions of greater social isolation and elevated loneliness showed 29 percent and 26 percent increased risks of early mortality, respectively. The results were consistent among both men and women, but the impact of feelings of isolation or loneliness caused a higher degree of mortality risk for individuals under the age of 65. The mortality rates among the lonely and isolated were comparable to those of individuals that smoked 15 cigarettes a day or were alcoholics. Lead researcher Julianne Holt-Lunstad, Ph.D., further noted, “The effect of this is comparable to that of obesity, something that public health takes very seriously.”

Eating Peanuts Early On Reduces Allergy Risk

eanut allergies in Western countries have doubled during the past decade. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine may help reverse this trend. Researchers found that introducing peanuts during early childhood can actually decrease the risk of developing a peanut allergy later in life. The researchers followed 640 children with a high risk of food allergies, beginning when they were between 4 and 11 months old. Half the children were fed peanuts, while the other half were not given any. All were tested for sensitivities to peanuts prior to and at the end of the study period, which averaged five years. The research found that nearly 14 percent of those that avoided peanuts had a peanut allergy at the end of five years; seven times more than the 2 percent of those that were fed peanuts and displayed subsequent sensitivity.

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Herbs for Performance, Enhancement and Recovery

utdoor summer activities can sometimes leave the body a bit bruised and battered. While the tendency is to take extra care of ourselves only after the damage has been done, taking a proactive approach by using herbs to prepare for exertion can cut down on post-workout pain, improve athletic performance and help recovery. Before heading outside to work out, Nature’s Rite Founder Steven Frank recommends using sweet marjoram for muscle cramp relief, peppermint leaf to improve circulation and witch hazel to lubricate muscle fibers. Penelope Ody’s The Holistic Herbal Directory suggests that using these herbs can also cut down on discomfort during strenuous physical activity. Devil’s claw can be applied to provide joint relief. According to Andrew Chevallier’s Natural Health Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, applying juniper berry to flush lactic acid from muscles and white willow bark for pain relief can help to offset effects of pushing the body harder than usual during exercise. After the workout is complete, Ody’s Natural Health Complete Guide to Medicinal Herbs recommends the application of comfrey to increase fibroblast activity for building new muscle fibers and repairing micro-tears in tendons, as well as Arnica montana to break up micro-clots to clear the way for recovery while easing pain. Frank says, “Each of these herbs, roots and bark can be combined in a water decoction to provide the right preparation for outdoor activities. The mixture should be sprayed on or wiped on large muscle groups and joints for maximum effectiveness.” For more information, email SteveF@NaturesRiteRemedies.com or visit MyNaturesRite.com/blog. See ad, page 49.

Flaxseed Oil Soothes Carpal Tunnel

Stress Ramps Up Inflammation

esearch led by Peggy Zoccola, Ph.D., an assistant professor of psychology at Ohio University, has found that dwelling upon events that are stressful can significantly increase inflammatory chemicals in the body. The researchers tested 34 healthy young women giving public presentations for job interviews. Afterward, half were asked to contemplate their performances while the others were asked to think about neutral events and images. While all of the women initially experienced significantly higher levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), the levels continued to rise for at least one hour afterward for the performanceruminating group, but returned to normal during the same time period for those that pondered neutral thoughts. CRP is produced in the liver and is known to rise following an injury or in a chronic inflammatory condition. “The immune system plays an important role in various cardiovascular disorders such as heart disease, as well as cancer, dementia and autoimmune diseases,” states Zoccola.

arpal tunnel syndrome is typically accompanied by pain, numbness and reduced mobility in the hands and wrists. Research published by the Tehran (Iran) University of Medical Sciences in the DARU Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences has determined that the application of external linseed oil—also referred to as flaxseed oil—can reduce pain and increase mobility for syndrome sufferers. The research tested 100 patients with the condition in two groups—one rubbed placebo oil onto their wrists, while the other applied linseed oil daily over a four-week period. Both groups wore wrist splints at night. After the treatment period, those that applied linseed oil experienced a significant drop in pain scores using the Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire and Function Assessment. The same patients also reported an improvement in mobility and function.

No Worries: Cats Naturally Eat Less in Summer

study from the University of Liverpool School of Veterinary Science has found that cats naturally eat less during the summer, indicating that owners can take such appetite swings in stride. The researchers studied 38 cats for four years. Their collars were implanted with a microchip that recorded the amount as they ate as much as they wanted from a dispenser. The team found that cats ate an average of 15 percent less in hot weather. Their eating decreased from June through August and increased from October to February. Eating levels were intermediate in the spring and fall. Study author Dr. Alex German observed, “Cats are more inclined to comfort eat when it’s cold outside, likely to be due to the extra energy they need to keep warm when out and about.”

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Vermont’s Victory Court Rules GMO Labeling Constitutional

PlantPure Nation Lady Liberty has a new tagline: a plantbased diet for all. A return to a simple diet based on whole grains, fruits and vegetables is the revolution the founding fathers of PlantPure Nation hope Americans will embrace this Independence Day. Founded by Dr. T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D., the grassroots organization PlantPure Nation seeks to promote the powerful health benefits for people and the planet offered by a whole foods, plant-based diet. This July 4, the documentary film PlantPure Nation, directed by Nelson Campbell, Colin’s son, will debut nationwide and start screening in more than 100 cities. It covers a broad landscape of issues, from the politics of food to the science of nutrition, and follows the lives of 16 people in Campbell’s small hometown of Mebane, North Carolina, as they take on PlantPure Nation’s 10-day food challenge. “No issue is bigger than the one of plant-based nutrition,” says filmmaker Nelson. “It’s at the root of our healthcare crisis, affecting the lives of millions of Americans, the vitality of our economy and the solvency of our government.” Learn more in this issue’s article “Veggie Nation Revolution,” and visit PlantPureNation.com for dates and times of screenings. 12

In April, a federal court denied a request by powerful food industry groups to block Vermont’s landmark law requiring the labeling of genetically modified foods (GMO).The plaintiffs, including the Grocery Manufacturers Association, had sought a preliminary injunction to stop implementation of Act 120, which passed in May 2014 and will take effect a year from now. U.S. District Court Judge Christina Reiss’ ruling said that the plaintiffs failed to show that they would suffer “irreparable harm” to warrant an injunction, and that the state had established that the act’s GMO disclosure requirement is constitutional. “This important ruling affirms the constitutionality of genetically engineered food labeling, as well as the rights of Vermonters and U.S. citizens across the country,” states George Kimbrell, senior attorney for the Center for Food Safety and counsel in the case. The ruling came shortly after an analysis by the Environmental Working Group found that industry groups spent $63.6 million last year—triple the amount spent in 2013—to defeat GMO-labeling measures. The general consensus is the Vermont case is likely to go to trial.

Fresh Catch

Community Supported Fisheries Share Bounty of the Sea Community supported agriculture is a growing movement in which subscribers pay farmers for weekly shares of their crops before the growing season starts, benefiting both. The farmers receive an infusion of cash up front and are paid a fair price for the food they produce. Consumers receive fresh food from sustainable, local farms and are often introduced to vegetables and fruits they might not try otherwise. The same concept applies to new community supported fisheries (CSF), which reconnect coastal communities to their local food systems. According to Paul Greenberg, author of American Catch: The Fight for our Local Seafood, 91 percent of the seafood that Americans eat comes from other countries, while one-third of the seafood caught by American fishermen is sold outside our borders. He believes this situation exists because most Americans aren’t willing to pay premium prices for better seafood and domestic fishermen realize better prices overseas. By using the website LocalCatch.org/locator to find nearby CSF programs, pioneering coastal communities can benefit from both supporting sustainable fishing practices and their local environment while still sufficiently feeding their residents. Source: Mother Nature Network

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Rocker Neil Young Celebrates Food Democracy with New Album Tour Legendary musician Neil Young and his new band, Promise of the Real, featuring Willie Nelson’s sons Lukas and Micah Nelson, are calling out agribusiness giant Monsanto’s practices with a new album and summer concert tour. The band’s Rebel Content tour to support their new album The Monsanto Years will kick off on July 5 in Milwaukee and includes Young’s first-ever concert in Vermont, in Essex Junction, on July 19, a state that passed a law requiring food companies to label products that contain genetically modified ingredients. Young, a longtime critic of big agribusiness, has sharply criticized efforts by the Grocery Manufacturers Association to block the Vermont GMO labeling law. “Whatever you think of GMOs,” he maintains, “corporations should not be using massive lawsuits to overturn legitimate, democratic decisions that have strong public backing.” The tour also encompasses Denver, July 8 and 9; Lincoln, Nebraska, July 11; Cincinnati, July 13; Clarkston, Michigan, July 14; Camden, New Jersey, July 16; Bethel, New York, July 17; Wantagh, New York, July 21; Great Woods, Massachusetts, July 22; and Oro-Medonte, Ontario, July 24. Other dates may be added. For more information, visit NeilYoung.com.

Lowe’s Home Improvement says it will begin to eliminate neonicotinoid pesticides, a leading contributor to global bee declines, from its stores. This public commitment is the most significant announcement so far for a retailer of its size. Lisa Archer, a spokesperson for Friends of the Earth, says, “We are pleased Lowe’s is listening to consumer concerns and to the growing body of science telling us we need to move away from bee-toxic pesticides by taking steps to be part of the solution to the bee crisis.” The retailer has pledged to phase out neonicotinoids as suitable alternatives become available, redouble existing integrated pest management practices for suppliers and provide additional materials for educating customers about pollinator health. Source: Tinyurl.com/LowesHelpsBees

Protests Needed Food Industry Fudges GMO Facts The U.S. Right to Know nonprofit has issued a report, Seedy Business: What Big Food Is Hiding with Its Slick PR Campaign on GMOs (usrtk.org/seedybusiness.pdf). It outlines the food industry’s campaign to manipulate the media, public opinion and politics with disreputable tactics, company-sponsored science and public relations spin. Since 2012, the agrichemical and food industries have mounted a complex, multifaceted public relations, advertising, lobbying and political campaign in the U.S. spending more than $100 million per year to defend genetically engineered food and crops and the pesticides that accompany them, the authors report. The purpose is to deceive the public, deflect efforts to win the right to know what’s in our food via labeling that’s now required in 64 countries and ultimately, to extend their profit stream at any cost to the public for as long as possible. Highlights include a history of the industry’s tactics to conceal information, ensure lack of government policy and testing for genetically modified organisms (GMOs), attack credible scientists and journalists and support untrustworthy advocates and political machinations.

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Food Supplies Increasingly Under Siege Three hundred farmers recently took over the building and interrupted a meeting where the Brazil National Biosafety Technical Commission was deciding whether or not to introduce genetically engineered (GE/GM/GMO) transgenic eucalyptus trees into their biosphere. These activists and thousands more around the country have halted plans temporarily, but the assault continues by international corporations bent on patenting and controlling the environment itself. At home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has already approved the first corporate-sponsored, patented, genetically modified tree, ArborGen’s loblolly pine. Despite outspoken public opposition, the USDA approved it with no public oversight nor assessment of the environmental risks it poses. Grass-fed beef farmers, supplying an alternative that many seek to avoid GMO feed grain, now have to cope with the advent of genetically modified grass. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, Monsanto’s exclusive consumer sales agent for RoundUp glyphosate weed killer, intends to conduct field trials at the homes of company employees absent government oversight, because no laws currently prohibit or limit the planting of GMO grass. In February, the government approved the first genetically modified apple for commercial planting. The Arctic apple is part of a growing list of sanctioned GMO fresh produce, including papaya and sweet corn. A gene within the apple is altered so it resists browning and bruising. Many people die or go blind from vitamin A deficiency, so the Gates Foundation has funded research by Australia’s Queensland University of Technology to create a vitamin-enhanced, GMO “super banana”. Testing on humans will take place in the U.S. over a six-week period and researchers aim to start growing the fruit in Uganda by 2020. Sign concerned-citizen petitions at Tinyurl.com/Credo-No-GMO-Trees and Tinyurl.com/Care2-No-GMO-Grass.

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Waterways, Soils and Animals Poisoned with EPA Approval Surface disposal of water produced by oil and gas drilling is forbidden in the Eastern U.S., but allowed in arid Western states for purposes of agricultural or wildlife propagation. The result: Millions of gallons of water laced with toxic chemicals from oil and gas drilling rigs are pumped for consumption by wildlife and livestock with approval from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA is issuing permits at nearly a dozen oil fields on or abutting the Native American Wind River Reservation, in Wyoming, for surface application of drilling wastewater without even identifying the chemicals in fluids used for hydraulic fracturing, also known as fracking, let alone setting effluent limits for the contaminants contained within them. Also, monitoring requirements allow water to be tested long after fracking outflow, or maintenance flushing, is completed. The EPA maintains Clean Water Act jurisdiction on tribal lands. Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER) Executive Director Jeff Ruch states, “Gushers of putrid, grayish water encrusted with chemical crystals flood through Wind River into nearby streams.” PEER is asking the EPA to rewrite the permits to regulate all the chemicals being discharged and to determine whether the produced water is potable for wildlife and livestock.

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tion is to settle the chatraig Schollenter in the brain,” exberger, counselor plains Schollenberger. and licensed “Mindfulness empowers clinical social worker— people to reprioritize in with over 170 hours of order to save the self by training in the Mindtaking care of the self. fulness Based Stress It creates efficiency of Reduction (MBSR) time, boosts the imtechnique—believes mune system and better that quieting the mind prepares people to live awakens the heart, and in the world as it is he shares this while Craig Schollenberger now. Mindfulness crecounseling clients, as ates positive energy.” well as during mindfulness training He offers mindfulness training classes. He guides others to cultivate mindfulness by practicing meditation at his office, or in the workplace or home of interested clients. Attending while paying attention to breathing, which in turn empowers people to be MBSR classes provides an opportunity to discover its history as well in charge of their own lives. as its benefits. MBSR is rooted in a Inspired by Jon Kabat-Zinn, tradition that is thousands of years author and mindfulness trainer, Schollenberger emphasizes the old, and has been carefully studied and documented since 1979. MBSR importance of being present. “Being has been shown to support people in present means purposefully quieting their efforts to lead a balanced life, the mind so that unnecessary chatter can be removed and life can be what respond differently to stress, and improve sleep, physical well-being and it was intended to be—enjoyed,” he emotional difficulties. enthuses. Mindfulness can reduce sick “One of the purposes of medita-

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hen Greg Henkel and his wife Sheila opened Rhubarb’s Market in 1986, it was a small mom-and-pop health food store, run only by the couple. Today, the market fills a niche in the Lancaster community and remains a viable small business, despite growing competition from larger, publicly traded natural foods stores such as Whole Foods. Greg credits his employees as being instrumental to the store’s success in the growing market. Rhubarb’s currently has six employees: four full-time and two parttime. When hiring, Greg says he looks for people interested in the products that Rhubarb’s offers, as well as people that can communicate clearly with others and have good character. “We select responsive individuals, people that you would want to spend more time with and who are kind, courteous, enthusiastic and interested in natural foods.” The staff practices healthy and sustainable lifestyles, and most of them were customers before they started working at Rhubarb’s. “There’s a range of interests,” observes Greg. “We have a young fellow who is vegan, and that’s his primary interest and lifestyle choice. 18

He’s a wealth of information for customers that are already doing a vegan diet or for those interested in learning more about vegan options.” Another employee eats mostly raw foods and is very knowledgeable about juicing. She teaches customers how to introduce different ingredients to juicing and how to eat a raw, healthy living diet. “Other employees have broader range of good health interests and know how to prepare lesser known grains and uncommon ingredients that people are looking to incorporate into their diets,” Greg says. He strives to staff Rhubarb’s with people that are comfortable talking to others about different food choices and ingredients for a daily regimen of good health and wellness. Jill Good-Miller started working at Rhubarb’s in 1997 while pursuing a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She was excited to find a job where she was able to work with the public selling products that didn't conflict with her personal values. “Greg and Sheila have been generous employers who are flexible with their employees and mindful of the difficulties and concerns of their customers,” she says. Greg and his staff often see parents

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who bring in their teenaged kids who have decided to go vegetarian or vegan. “Some of those parents are lost,” Greg chuckles. “They think that just giving the kids more fruits and vegetables is fine. But that’s where we come in, and we try to help people walk through that process of changing to a well-balanced vegetarian diet.” Other customers have a family member who decided to make a dietary change for health reasons. Whether it is to cut down on fats, sugar or sodium, Greg says he and his staff try to be there to help people make that transition. There is positive camaraderie among the Rhubarb’s employees, which Greg says is important in a small business setting. “You certainly want everybody to feel like it’s a family atmosphere. Everybody does seem to cooperate well and work well with others. We can bounce ideas off one another,” he notes. He relies on his staff to have a large voice in what kind of products Rhubarb’s carries, and they will often approach him with new and exciting ideas to add to the product mix. “They do a lot of reading and searching online and they have a passion for it. We learn from each other.” Good-Miller adds that while Rhubarb's is a retail store, there is always an emphasis on helpfulness over making a sale, which she says helps develop good relationships with customers. She also feels good working for employers who make contributions to their community and to social and animal welfare groups. There has been low staff turnover in the years that the Henkels have operated Rhubarb’s—most of the employees have been with them for six to 18 years. “It’s a loyal bunch, and they stay with us,” Greg enthuses. “That’s a positive and it shows that they enjoy working with each other.” Rhubarb’s Market is located at 1521 Lititz Pike, in Lancaster. For more information, call 717-390-3001 or visit RhubarbsMarket.com. See ad, page 30. Sheila Julson is a Milwaukee-based freelance writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines around the country.

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Oasis at Bird-in-Hand Helps Farms Bring Fresh Food to Everyone by Sheila Julson

uring the good food revolution of recent years, farmers have sought creative ways to make their goods accessible to more people, and creative marketers have helped them make it happen. Oasis at Bird-in-Hand, the marketing arm for a collective of farmers dedicated to growing produce and raising livestock with organic methods, has been filling rising consumer demand for pure, nutritious food. Dale Stoltzfus, general manager of Oasis, says it formed in December 2011, after John Smucker of Bird-in-Hand Restaurant noticed the local food movement. “He started thinking about all of the good, hardworking people in this community and the farmland and fertile soil this part of the world is blessed with,” says Stoltzfus. “Smucker thought it made sense to have a main location to bring the farmers together and help with marketing.” Others in the area shared the same vision. In February 2012, Oasis opened a retail store, offering produce, meat and dairy, as well as pickled vegetables and jams. The store also sells bread made with Red Fife heirloom wheat and einkorn flour. Oasis also later opened a creamery in July 2012 to bottle milk from its farmers. Five targeted vegetable farmers sell all of their produce to Oasis, Stoltzfus says, and they are either organically certified or in the process of becoming certified. There are also several other farmers from which Oasis buys produce that is grown free of chemicals. Produce offerings include favorites such as strawberries and green beans, as well as heirloom tomatoes, purple asparagus and hakurei turnips. Dairy farmers that supply to Oasis are certified organic. Their cattle eat a 100 percent grass-based diet and no grains, which eliminate the possibility of consuming genetically modified corn. Oasis’ dairy facility is certified organic and rated Grade A through the state of Pennsylvania, allowing them to sell fluid milk along with cheese. Oasis is also licensed to bottle and sell raw milk.

Stoltzfus credits soil quality in the Lancaster County area for the bounty of quality food Oasis is able to offer. “There’s a lot of limestone here, and limestone helps break down other elements in the soil,” he explains. “This area has a long history of good farmers who take care of the land. We have adequate rainfall, so irrigation is often not necessary.” Healthy soil leads to healthy plants, he points out, and strong, robust plants yield the most nutrient-dense foods. All of the farmers in the Oasis collective are Amish and use horse- and mule-powered equipment, thus eliminating petroleum. Stoltzfus has researched how America’s most populous areas could feed themselves within 200 miles, meeting most food needs. “A tremendous amount of vegetables can be grown on a small plot. Today, so much acreage is committed to corn and soybeans, and much of that isn’t even used for food but instead to make other things. We could easily feed the world,” he hypothesizes. “Detroit, for example, has more land cultivation now than when they started building the city.” He notes Lancaster Country’s close proximity to large metropolitan areas—New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Wilmington and Washington, D.C. “Those are vast populations, and there’s lots of opportunity to meet food needs,” he says. Oasis also donates produce to food pantries. They supply to restaurants and operate a community supported agriculture program. In June, Oasis invited customers to see its farms, the store and to sample food. “What governs everything that we do comes back to the farmer and the farm family,” Stoltzfus says. He is positive about today’s shift to sustainable and local food systems and believes future generations will look back and notice. Oasis at Bird-in-Hand is located at 60 N. Ronks Rd., Ste. J, in Ronks. For more information, call 717-288-2154 or visit RealLiveFood.org. See ad, page 14. Sheila Julson is a Milwaukee-based freelance writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the country.

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The Lancaster Food Company Empowering the Community to Eat Better For Good by Gisele Siebold

harlie Crystle, co-founder and CEO of The Lancaster Food Company, was looking to create a business that would meet the demand for jobs in Lancaster by hiring people who were willing to learn skills and work hard, and was passionate about ensuring that the employees could share in the success of the business. His lifelong friendship with Craig Lauer, cofounder and chief product officer, along with Lauer’s cooking talent and love of food, led them to establish The Lancaster Food Company in 2014, as a way to address poverty through prosperity and fair compensation. Inspiration came from learning about the mission statement and open

hiring policy of Greyston Bakery, in Yonkers, New York. Crystle recalls hearing Julius Walls, Jr., CEO of Greyston Bakery, speak at a conference for entrepreneurs in 2003, and reminisces, “During Walls’ presentation, I distinctly remember him saying, ‘We don’t hire people to bake brownies. We bake brownies to hire people.’ This stuck with me and motivated me to think about starting a new and different kind of company in my hometown.” When Crystle and Lauer got together, the conversation would inevitably turn to economic and social justice. After co-founding GiftWorks—fundraising software—and founding and leading the software company Chilisoft, Crystle was ready to make an entrepreneurial change, and Lauer said that he was baking bread at home and wanted to start a food company. Dedicated to agricultural issues, the local food movement, wholesome food and serving the community, the idea for The Lancaster Food Company took shape. The mission of The Lancaster Food Company is to make extraordinary food, source from organic farmers as close to home as possible and hire people out of poverty into thrivingwage jobs. Due to high demand for fairpaying jobs, the company frequently receives applications, and hires one or two people each month. Employees earn good wages while working in the

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city of Lancaster, and 30 percent of the company is set aside for employee stock options. Crystle states, “The more that people buy our food, the more people we can hire, so we’re working hard to add stores and restaurants as customers so we can hire more people.” Living in an area where fresh organic produce thrives, and farm after farm line the curving roads, The Lancaster Food Company wants to share the benefits of local organic choices of Lancaster and Pennsylvania certified organic ingredients. The company produces delicious, USDA certified organic, GMO-free food, while making a positive impact on the community. Ingredients are sourced from the finest, most sustainable organic producers, farmers and area businesses. Using ingredients such as USDA certified organic Pennsylvania maple sugar and organic apple cider, a growing selection of tasty foods is produced with tremendous care and attention. The Lancaster facility produces fresh sliced sandwich breads and spreads five to six days a week, which are delivered to local grocers and natural food stores. Sandwich breads include: Soft White, 100 percent Whole Wheat, Sprouted Multigrain and Sandwich Rye. Made in a peanut-free facility, maple syrup and organic spreads, such as Sunflower See with Pennsylvania Maple Sugar, Sunflower See with Sea Salt, and Sunflower Seed Three Nut Butter with Hazelnuts, Cashews and Almonds, complement a range of foods and recipes. “Our ingredients tell the story: wholesome, sustainable, delicious and free from things that can harm your family and other living things in our world. The Lancaster Food Company is committed to making healthful, wholesome organic food. And we’re the only certified organic food company in Lancaster,” enthuses Crystle. For more information, visit LancasterFoodCo.com. Gisele Siebold is a contributing writer to Natural Awakenings magazine. Connect at LunaAngelDancer@msn.com.

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PURR-FECT PET SITTERS Make Sure Your Pet Enjoys Your Vacation, Too by Sandra Murphy

acations bring rest and less stress, a change of pace and for some, a break from caring for the family pet, made possible by a growing number of professional pet sitters. “I have more peace of mind with a pet sitter rather than a friend. Even if they’ve already had a long day, sitters still properly take care of the pets,” says Christina Pierce, a federal examiner of financial institutions for consumer protection in Little Rock, Arkansas. “Many professional pet sitters are trained to respond to potential health and other issues. Especially with small animals, early recognition of a problem is key.” Pierce used to have chinchillas, and now has a cat she rescued and relocated from Dallas, Texas, plus two adopted former foster rabbits. “A sitter may be excellent, but not know your breed,” advises Rae Bailey, a retiree in Georgetown, Texas, who regularly uses sitters for her Scottie when she travels. “Don’t be afraid to ask questions.” She notes that dogs are particularly good judges of character, so if one doesn’t like the sitter, simply try another. Pet sitting services use a contract to outline rates, what the sitter will do, the number and duration of daily visits, start and end dates and how the house key is returned when the job is complete. Regular clients may have the sitter keep the key handy. Professional sitters are bonded, insured and backgroundchecked, have experience with a variety of species and breeds, are fairly flexible and love animals. A pre-visit will

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introduce pets and sitter to each other and address any relationship concerns and individual needs, such as medications. “I had a diabetic Westie, a big consideration,” says Diane Meadows, a retired paralegal in San Antonio, Texas. “It was huge for me to hand over the keys and my trust, but our sitter was dependable and knowledgeable.” During one visit, her sitter also alerted Meadows to a possible propane gas leak. At the outset, have the sitter meet all the family pets to ensure mutual comfort. Show the sitter where the leash, toys, treats, food and water dishes are kept, supplies for cleanups, the family vet’s location, hours, office and emergency phone numbers and instructions for any security alarm system. Codes can be personalized and deactivated when no longer needed. Sometimes clients request extra services such as collecting the mail and newspapers, watering indoor plants and leaving lights on. Both young and older dogs need three visits a day to avoid household accidents. Cats are usually fine with one. “Cats like to be pampered. A friendly sitter provides the care she’s used to, in familiar surroundings,” says Anne Moss, whose educational website TheCatSite.com originates near Tel Aviv, Israel. “Kitty’s more relaxed and receives a higher level of care than at a boarding Birds, fish, ferrets and facility,” she notes. A pet sitting service reptiles are species offers the added benefit requiring special habitats of backups in case the assigned sitter is sick or that dictate a home stay. delayed. In Huntley, Illinois, Diane Muchow, an adjunct instructor at Computer Systems Institute, explains why she prefers a pet sitting service for her black Labrador mix. “Our first sitter was a one-woman business. One day, she forgot to crate the dogs when she left, and we came home to find the evidence of an accident on our new carpet throughout the house,” Muchow says. “We switched to a professional service.” She sees the primary advantage of professional help as dependability and flexibility. “The service has a website to order the shifts we need, which are confirmed by email,” she notes. “It’s handy when my husband travels and I work.” A kennel isn’t for all dogs, says Scott Mell, an area manager for JoAnn Fabrics in Affton, Missouri. He recalls his Bernese mountain dog’s first and only trip to the local kennel. Upon arrival, she climbed on top of the car rather than go inside. “She was adamant,” he says. “I hired a sitter the next day. She loved her sitter’s visits.” Whether pets need special attention, daily walks, a midday backyard break or multiple visits while the family vacations, a pet sitter can provide excellent care. Many owners like to receive daily text message updates and may even e-retrieve bonus selfies of their happy pets from home. Connect with writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelance Writer@mindspring.com. natural awakenings July 2015

Food Democracy By the People, for the People and Toward a Stronger Nation by Melinda Hemmelgarn

o more fully understand the concept of democracy, we can look to some past U.S. presidents. Abraham Lincoln defined it as “government of the people, by the people, for the people.” Thomas Jefferson said, “An informed citizenry is at the heart of a dynamic democracy.” Harry S. Truman further recognized that “secrecy and a free, democratic government don’t mix.” By extension, “food democracy” describes a fair and transparent food system in which people have informed choices and control in determining what and how they eat. It’s what happens when we view people as citizens, rather than consumers, and treat food as a human right, reports the Oakland, California-based Pesticide Action Network (PAN). Kelly Moltzen, a registered dietitian in Bronx, New York, and member of the Franciscan Earth Corps, defines

it as having the freedom to make choices about the integrity of our food from farm to plate, so that we can support the health and well-being of ourselves, the Earth and all organisms that inhabit the ecosystem.

Food Sovereignty Feeds Independence A PAN report on food democracy describes food sovereignty as the international equivalent of the U.S. movement to re-localize control over our food and farming. It’s rooted in regenerating historically autonomous food systems with, for and by the people. John Peck, Ph.D., executive director of Family Farm Defenders, in Madison, Wisconsin, explains that the term “food sovereignty” was coined about two decades ago by the globally active La Via Campesina, comprised of family farmers, farm workers, fishing folks, hunters, gatherers

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and indigenous communities around the world. “At its most basic,” Peck says, “Food sovereignty is about reclaiming local democratic control over our food/farm system from corporate agribusiness.” This way, “Everyone has the right to decide what is grown or raised in their community, whether animals are treated humanely, if family farmers and other food workers are paid a living wage and can collectively bargain and whether people have access to safe, healthy food—as well as the right to know what is in their food, how it is produced and where it comes from.” Peck believes that if we want a cleaner environment, healthier people and more vibrant communities, “We need to be citizens that care about bringing democratic accountability, social justice and ecological integrity to all aspects of our food/farm system.”

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In their report, Deepening Food Democracy, the Institute of Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP), in Minneapolis, describes how U.S. food and farming has increasingly become concentrated, consolidated and controlled by the few. Local food enthusiasts want to take back their food system from industrial, corporate masters that lobby for legislation which denies citizens the right to know how their food is produced or if it contains genetically modified ingredients (GMO). The growing local food movement is as much about returning power to communities, food workers, farmers and farm workers as it is about producing and distributing healthy, sustainably grown food, reports IATP. Anthony Flaccavento, an organic farmer in the Appalachian region of southwestern Virginia, has been working on national food and sustain-

able farming initiatives for nearly 30 years. In a recent Food Sleuth Radio interview, he described the resulting tremendous, multiple positive impacts of strong local economies, noting that a strong local food system is usually at their center. “Once you have vibrant, diverse local economies,” says Flaccavento, “you have better health, lower crime and incarceration rates—and more civic participation.” Basically, a more democratic food system could help fix many of the maladies ailing our nation today. The steady growth of farmers’ markets, farm to school programs and food policy councils prove that Americans are hungry both for clean food and an enhanced sense of community. While Flaccavento appreciates conscious consumers that support local food providers, he emphasizes, “Just acting locally isn’t enough. We need to re-engage with bigger social and political debates, as well.”

In a food democracy, everyone is a stakeholder. Not only do people have equal access to food, but they’re informed, active, engaged and participating. ~Rose Hayden-Smith, author, Sowing the Seeds of Victory

Growing Vegetables and Democracy After Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans, Jenga Mwendo knew she had to leave her high-powered job in New York City and return to her hometown in the devastated Lower Ninth Ward. “My parents raised me to contribute,” Mwendo explains. “My first name means ‘to build’ and my last name means ‘always progressing’.” In 2009, Mwendo founded the Backyard Gardeners Network (BGN),

a local nonprofit organization that restores and strengthens what had once been a thriving, closely knit, selfreliant community, rich with backyard gardens and citizen engagement. Residents went to work, recognizing the potential of community gardens to revitalize their neighborhood and bring affordable healthful food to residents, many of them suffering from obesity, heart disease and diabetes. The BGN both revitalized a community garden and converted a blighted lot into a Guerrilla Garden, where people of all ages gather to grow food, share stories, embrace their cultural heritage and learn how to become responsible citizens. “We bring people together and make decisions collectively,” says Mwendo. “The garden is for our community, by our community.” Understanding the value of involving children and teens, she adds, “Kids know they will be loved here. This is a nurturing environment.”

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ow is the time for all good men and women to become food citizens. Making the transition from being a mere consumer to community citizen requires addressing a set of questions geared to lead to food truth and justice for all. n Where does my food come from? n Who produced it? n Under what conditions was this food grown or produced; were workers treated fairly and animals humanely?

n What’s in or on my food; am I eating pesticides, antibiotics, hormones, genetically modified ingredients or additives? n What might be the unintended consequences of my food choices for farmers competing against big agribusiness and striving to do the right thing? n How might my choices affect the environment and future generations? n What local, state and national policies stand in the way of a fair and transparent food system?

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Like Mwendo, Stephen Ritz, a top 10 finalist in the Varkey Foundation’s Global Teacher Prize, is reaching youth through food. Based in New York City’s South Bronx, one of the country’s poorest school districts, he and his students are growing vegetables in school, thereby improving children’s diets, health, school performance and future potential. “We are contributing to food democracy by making sure every child we touch, regardless of income, zip code and skin color, faith or nation of origin, has access to fresh, healthy, nutritious food that they help grow,” says Ritz. So far, his Green Bronx Machine community has raised 30,000 pounds of vegetables. “We’re growing justice,” Ritz announced in his March 2015 TED Talk. “My favorite crop is organically grown citizens—graduates, voters and students who are eating [better] and living healthier lives!”

Kitchen Gardens Nourish the World Roger Doiron is the founder and director of Kitchen Gardeners International (KGI), an online global community of some 30,000 people in 100 countries that are growing some of their own food. He spearheaded First Lady Michelle Obama’s White House Garden. Doiron’s campaign to bring a food garden back to the White House (presidents John Adams, Jefferson and Jackson all had edible gardens) began in 2008, went viral, took root and the rest is history. Today, the first lady continues to champion garden-fresh food to improve children’s health. From his own 1,500-squarefoot garden in Scarborough, Maine, Doiron and his wife harvested 900 pounds of organic fruits and vegetables worth $2,200 in a single season. “Talented gardeners with more generous soils and climates are able to produce even more food in less space,” he says, “but maximizing production is not our only goal. We’re also trying to maximize pleasure and health.” Doiron believes, “Quality food is

central to well-being and is one of the best ways to unite people of different countries and cultures around a common, positive agenda.” He’s convinced that kitchen gardens will play a critical role in feeding a growing population faced with climate challenges. On July 4, his organization celebrates Food Independence Day as a way to recognize the role of home and community gardens in achieving self-sufficiency.

Saving Seeds, Saving Democracy Jim Gerritsen operates Wood Prairie Farm with his family in Bridgewater, Maine. He’s dedicated to using organic farming methods to protect the environment and food quality, provide ample harvests and foster good jobs for the next generation of young farmers. As president of the Organic Seed Growers and Trade Association, Gerritsen led a lawsuit against Monsanto in 2011, challenging the validity of seed patents. In a Food Sleuth Radio interview, he explains, “Patented seeds cannot be saved and replanted. To take that right away from farmers was a terrible mistake on the part of the Supreme Court.” Seed ownership belongs to the people; our seed resource is part of our common heritage. “Genetic engineering was an invention to take away from the commons the ownership of seeds,” he continues. “Regaining control of the seed supply is one of the most pressing battles we have in agriculture.” Gerritsen encourages everyone to plant an organic garden using organic seeds and to advocate GMO labeling. “Let’s let transparency reign, which is a hallmark of a democratic system,” he proclaims. Melinda Hemmelgarn is a registered dietitian and award-winning writer and nationally syndicated radio host at KOPN.org, in Columbia, MO (Food Sleuth@gmail.com). She advocates for organic farmers at Enduring-Image. blogspot.com.

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n 1776, the stirring phrase in the U.S. Declaration of Independence—life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness—became a rallying cry for American colonists seeking these inalienable rights of self-government. In 2015, those seeking a new way of eating for personal wellness, a more vibrant local economy and a healthier environment are fomenting their own kind of rebellion. “You have to make a conscious decision to change for your own wellbeing, that of your family and your country,” according to former President Bill Clinton. In early 2010, suffering from heart disease, Clinton chose to radically change his meat-lover’s diet to a more plant-based focus. “I wanted to live to be a grandfather, so I decided to pick the diet that I thought would maximize my chances of long-term survival,” he says. Clinton is part of a growing leadership group that espouses a more vegetarian approach to eating, including a federally appointed panel of nutritionists. For the first time since its formation in 1983, the federal Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee this year elected to factor environmental sustainability into its recommendations, noting that a diet lower in animal-based foods is not only healthier,

but has less of an environmental impact. The impetus toward plant-based foods is also stronger than in their last report in 2010.

Exciting Developments

A bold pioneer in the charge for plantbased eating is PlantPure Nation, a grassroots organization founded by Dr. T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D., the author of the bestselling The China Study, a book that helped persuade Clinton to make his own dietary change. Today, his son, Nelson Campbell, is at the forefront of this food revolution, most recently producing the independent documentary film PlantPure Nation, set to debut nationwide on July 4. Those enticed by the delicious concept of better health for themselves and the planet can also turn to The PlantPure Nation Cookbook, with more than 150 plant-based recipes by Kim Campbell, Nelson’s wife, whom he names “the chef in the family.” “No issue is bigger than the one of plant-based nutrition,” says Nelson. “It’s at the root of our healthcare crisis, affecting the lives of millions of Americans, the vitality of our economy and the solvency of our government. The food we eat has enormous effects on climate, water and soil resources. Our food choices also affect the way in

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which food is produced and distributed in this country, equitably or not.” Historically, political revolutions tend to be violently adversarial, but a food revolution can take a more nurturing and inclusive course. “The first step people can take is to change their own diet,” Nelson says. “The next step is to help others do the same. The third is to get involved in the movement.”

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A fun way to help ourselves and our friends and family consider making dietary changes is hosting a plantbased Fourth of July get-together. Kim’s recipes for a smoky “barbecue” sandwich, creamy potato salad and a zesty, colorful bean dish celebrate traditional picnic foods with a twist. They’re also perfect for potluck-style entertaining. “We have often branded this idea of plant-based nutrition as such and such a ‘diet’, and then built these brands around personalities. But in order to make this a more mainstream idea, we need to frame it differently. This concept of plant-based nutrition is a fact of nature; a simple idea that’s accessible to all,” says Nelson. In a 2012 Gallup poll, just 5 percent of U.S. adults identified themselves as vegetarians, plus 2 percent as vegans. It’s a start, Nelson contends, and there are other promising signs. “The local-food movement is blossoming, with farmers’ markets springing up all over the United States,” proclaims the National Geographic special publication The Future of Food (Food. NationalGeographic.com). The number has increased dramatically in the past five years. The editors point to the demand for fresh produce and a desire to invest in local economies as driving this growth. “I love the idea of a movement involving millions of people fixing a problem that industry and government have largely caused,” says Nelson. “Our success may show a new way forward for solving other pressing social problems.” Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAnd Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Roadside Stands Your Best Source for Fresh Foods by Bill Simpson

he farms of Lancaster and Berks counties are now producing copious quantities of fruits and vegetables, and roadside stands are connecting farmers directly with consumers. In Pennsylvania’s first and third most productive agricultural counties (according to AgCensus.usda.gov), roadside stands are easy to find. From major highways to lightly traveled country roads, the stands range from a simple card table to an old barn to modern buildings with refrigerators and freezers. The offerings at local roadside stands include produce fresh from the field, canned goods such as pickles and jellies and gourmet items such as whoopee pies and homemade root beer. Regardless of the specifics of the operation, shopping along the roadside has benefits for both the consumer and the farmer. Nothing can be fresher than produce picked just minutes before it arrives at the stand, and buying directly from the grower keeps money in the local economy. Bruce Emswiler, of Lancaster, says he probably eats more tomatoes than anyone else on Earth, and his primary supplier from June through November is The Tomato Barn, in Washington Boro. “Nothing beats the flavor of a fresh, local tomato, especially a Jet Star,” he says. “They’re the juiciest that I buy all year, and The Tomato Barn has the best Jet Stars.” While tomatoes are the obvious focus of the business, the owners know that man does not live by tomatoes alone, so they also sell a wide range

of produce items. Their website, TheTomatoBarn. com, proclaims, “Chances are, if it’s grown in Lancaster County, we sell it.” In New Danville, Lancaster County’s other summer treat, sweet corn, is in ample supply at The Corn Wagon (TheCornWagon. com). From July through September, The Corn Wagon becomes a scene of polite chaos as corn lovers compete for the tender ears that wagons haul in from the adjacent fields. The Corn Wagon also carries a full range of other pro-

duce items, and is a popular place well into November for cool-weather crops such as broccoli and cabbage. Barbara Stank, of Lancaster, is a self-described foodie who regularly shops at roadside markets. “Flavor is fleeting, so if you’re going to put the time into cooking, it makes sense to use the freshest ingredients you can,” says Stank. “Last summer, we found a stand on Marietta Avenue called Rolling Gardens, and they’d often be bringing things directly from the field to the stand while we were there. You can’t get it any fresher than that.” Shopping at roadside stands is the ideal way to support local businesses and to enjoy the freshest foods possible. To find a great roadside stand, simply get your motor running and head out on the highway—or down a quiet road in farm country. Bill Simpson is a writer in Lancaster who enjoys running and bicycling. He would buy more from roadside stands if his own garden were not so productive. Connect with him at CSilRun@hotmail.com.

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PlantPure Nation Recipes BBQ Jackfruit

Yields: 4 to 6 servings Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 5 to 7 hours Green jackfruit, a native plant of Asia, is often termed the vegetarian’s meat. The hardest part of this recipe is finding canned green jackfruit (available in most Asian markets). Although fresh green jackfruit is occasionally available, it’s messy, sticky and difficult to cut. Two 20-oz cans green jackfruit in water, drained 1½ cups barbecue sauce 1 onion, diced 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced (medium pieces) Rinse the green jackfruit thoroughly. Place all the ingredients in a slow cooker at medium heat for 4 to 5 hours. Jackfruit will soften, begin to fall apart and take on the consistency of pulled pork. Use a fork to pull apart the fruit and stir thoroughly. Turn the slow cooker to low heat and cook for another 1 to 2 hours. Kim’s hints: 4 Customize this recipe with a favorite barbecue sauce that has no added oils and a low sodium content. 4 This recipe gets better the longer it’s cooked. Leftovers are good. 4 Serve the barbecue on a whole-grain bun and top with coleslaw.

Creamy Potato Salad Yields: 6 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes

This traditional potato salad has the perfect blend of celery, onions and seasonings. 2½ pounds red potatoes, unpeeled 4 organic celery stalks, thinly sliced ½ red onion, cut in half again and julienned 6 green onions, sliced ½ cup tofu cashew mayonnaise 28

4 tsp apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp agave nectar ½ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper Cut the potatoes into half- to one-inch chunks. Place potato pieces in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and boil 5 to 10 minutes; then turn down the heat to medium and cook until tender. Rinse the cooked potatoes in a colander with cold water until they are room temperature. Place the potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Add the remaining ingredients to the potatoes and gently stir thoroughly.

Tofu-Cashew Mayonnaise ¼ cup raw cashews, soaked in water at least 2 to 3 hours, then dried 7 oz firm tofu ½ tsp sea salt ½ tsp tahini 4 tsp lemon juice 1½ tsp white vinegar 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 2½ tsp agave nectar 2 Tbsp water ¼ tsp xanthan gum (in grocery baking aisle) Place all ingredients in a high-powered blender. Blend until smooth and shiny. The key is to soak the cashews first.

Southwestern Bean Salad

Yields 4 to 6 servings Prep time: 20 minutes

1 red bell pepper, seeded and medium diced ½ cup diced medium red onion 1 cup halved or quartered cherry tomatoes 1 avocado, pitted and diced ¼ cup red wine vinegar ¼ cup lime juice 1 Tbsp agave nectar ½ tsp sea salt ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp chili powder 2 tsp Sriracha hot sauce ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro Combine the beans and vegetables in a large bowl and feel free to add seasonal vegetables to taste. Blend the vinegar, lime juice, agave, salt, cumin, chili powder and Sriracha in a small bowl. Add more chili powder and Sriracha for a spicier dish. Drizzle over the beans and vegetables and toss to coat. Refrigerate for an hour and then sprinkle with cilantro before serving.

Caribbean Quinoa Bowl Yields: 4 servings Prep time: 15 minutes. Cook time: 10 minutes

½ cup quinoa 1 cup water 4 cups chopped kale 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp chili powder ¼ tsp sea salt ¾ cup salsa (medium hot) ½ cup diced pineapple (fresh, canned or frozen) ¾ cup corn (fresh or frozen) ¾ cup diced avocado ¼ cup sliced green onions

Seasoned for a Southwestern flavor, the beans, corn and avocado make this a satisfying salad everyone will like.

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly, which can have a bitter taste otherwise.

1 15-oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup frozen corn, thawed

Add the quinoa and the water to a pot, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook until all liquid is absorbed. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

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Lightly steam the kale until bright green. Add to the bowl with quinoa.

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Add the beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, salsa, pineapple and corn. Toss until the ingredients are well mixed. Top with the avocado and green onions and serve immediately.

Thai Tofu Wraps Yields: 6 wraps Prep time: 15 minutes

The tofu filling for these wraps is full of Thai flavors, with the perfect combination of peanuts, lime and cilantro. 1 14-oz block extra-firm tofu ¼ cup natural peanut butter (100 percent peanuts) 1 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce 1½ Tbsp lime juice ¼ tsp garlic powder 2 tsp Sriracha hot sauce 1 /3 cup small diced red bell pepper ¼ cup sliced green onion ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro 6 whole-wheat tortilla wraps 2 cups sprouts Drain the tofu and gently press between layers of paper towels to remove excess moisture. In a bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic powder and Sriracha. Add the tofu, bell pepper, green onion and cilantro and stir with a fork until well mixed and the tofu is crumbly. Place a portion of the tofu mixture in the center of a whole-wheat tortilla wrap, top with sprouts or favorite veggies and roll up the tortilla. Kim’s hint: 4 The Thai tofu filling can also be served in a sandwich (e.g., on toasted whole-wheat bread with fresh basil).

Source for all recipes: The PlantPure Nation Cookbook, by Kim Campbell.

Songs of Freedom We All Long for Liberty by Enrique Smeke

he yearning for freedom is like a seed that dwells deep in our hearts—freedom from scarcity, from conflicting relationships, from addictions, from health issues. This yearning for freedom binds the centuries. In the Americas, this clamor can be heard in the words of the national anthems of many countries. The Colombian national anthem mentions the “invisible light of sublime freedom.” The Uruguayan anthem says, “Freedom, that clamor that saved our country.” The Mexican anthem asks that “the echoes resound with voices of unity and freedom.” The Argentine anthem exclaims, “Listen, mortals, to the sacred cry: Freedom,” and the American anthem reminds us that this is “the land of the free.” Mary Baker Eddy proclaims in her book Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, “Citizens of the world,

accept the ‘glorious liberty of the children of God,’ and be free!” Let the seed in your heart sprout. Water it with gratitude. Accept the liberty to be free as your God-given nature. Yearn to see each other as God’s child, to feel God’s ever-present love and to grow freer and freer from all limitations—and watch as the seed’s tender shoots manifest themselves in improved health, progress and joy in families, friends and the world. Let freedom always be included in your anthem song. From a free podcast series titled Your Daily Lift. Songs of Freedom is by international speaker Enrique Smeke, a practitioner and teacher of Christian Science healing from Newburyport, MA, and Miami, FL, raised in Argentina. Used with permission of The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston (ChristianScience.com/dailylift). natural awakenings July 2015

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National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) in 1985. NRPA makes it easy to tap into what’s happening in local parks or wherever family members may be traveling. Events around the country can be found by visiting nrpa.org/july.

What to Do Biologist Rachel Carson, the mother of the modern-day environmental movement, wrote, “If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder, he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement and mystery of the world we live in.” In this addictive digital age, it can sometimes be challenging to find exciting ways to help children connect with nature. Jessica Culverhouse, NRPA senior manager and a volunteer master naturalist, offers ways to channel digital habits. “Free apps like the electronic field guide Leafsnap and mobile games like Agents of Nature can be great tools to engage kids with the outdoors

Parks maintained by a range of entities are jewels to be discovered, cherished and preserved. with their technology still in hand,” she says. Another idea is a simple nature scavenger hunt using a smartphone camera. 0 If weekend camping is of interest, in-state parks are convenient and also easy on the budget. The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) makes the first step easy with tips and suggested activities through their Great American Campout (nwf.org/great-americancampout.aspx). This summer-long celebration of camping encourages everyone to take the pledge to camp, which helps fuel the conversation and initial planning, whether camping in a backyard or local, state or national park. Last year, the Carlson family took the pledge and first camped out in Big Basin State Park, only 20 miles from their home in Santa Cruz, California. “It was an incredible weekend none of us will ever forget; a world away, but right in our backyard!” they cheer. Garden for Wildlife, another popular NWF program, connects people with their local habitats. Girl Scout butterfly heroes in Wyckoff, New Jersey, learned how. “Our troop was looking for a way to provide a community service for their bronze award project,” says Wendy Rosica, co-leader of Troop 94686. “We chose to create a Monarch Way Station garden in a new community park in our neighborhood. Specifically designed as a space for the butterflies to breed and eat during their annual migrations, it’s not only a beautiful addition to the park, but also a positive way for the Girl Scouts to help area residents learn more about the plight of Monarchs and other pollinators.” National Audubon Society nature centers are an accessible local resource (Audubon.org/audubon-near-you). Families learn more about native birds and Audubon hiking trails, and naturalist presentations enhance explorations of the region’s habitats. Local native

plant and animal species are disappearing at alarming rates and need habitat stewardship by present and future generations (Climate.Audubon.org). Our in-state parks are wellsprings of life from which children and adults can draw throughout our lives, enabling us to discover the splendor and uniqueness of nature right in our own community and backyard. When we see and feel directly what’s at stake, we’ll fight harder and more conscious-

ly to protect and preserve it. As Carson eloquently observed in The Sense of Wonder, nature can help us all find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. Harriet Shugarman, of Ridgewood, New Jersey, chairs local and regional environmental committees and works with national, state and local organizations seeking pro-environmental legislation. Connect at ClimateMama.com.

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he collapse of honey bee colonies is a phenomenon that has recently been occurring all over the world at an alarmingly increased rate, for reasons that are not entirely understood. It began in the fall of 2006, when a Pennsylvania commercial beekeeper reported severe losses of what had seemed to be thriving colonies. In the following months, beekeepers from around the U.S. reported as much as 80 to 100 percent losses of colonies. Prior to this, a normal level of colony deaths through the winter was about 10 to 30 percent. The reason for the collapse was a mystery, as the symptoms of these losses were unlike what is seen with known disease or parasites. The colonies would be filled with bees and then a few weeks later, all of the adult bees—thousands of them—would be gone without a trace. The colony would still have honey, brood (all stages of maturing worker bees) and sometimes a live queen and a few newly emerged adult workers. These conditions were unlike any commonly seen causes of death of a colony. With honey and pollen left, they had not starved to death. A normal response to lack of food would have been for the entire colony to flee, but the queen and all the bees would have flown away together and there most likely would have been no immature bees left behind. The presence of eggs and brood meant the queen had not failed. If it had been a killing by recent spraying of pesticide, there would have been a pile of dead bees outside the hive. If severe disease was present, it would have been seen many weeks prior. The group of symptoms associ-

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ated with a dead colony came to be called Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD). Within a few months, scientists from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agriculture Research Service, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, the Department of Entomology, Penn State University and other agencies were hard at work gathering information and samples from dead colonies that fit this description. They took samples of the bees that were left, the honey, the wax, the pollen stored in the wax comb and other components of the hives. The only thing all of the dead colonies had in common was Israeli Acute Paralysis virus (IBV), named so because it had first been described in Israeli honey bees. The USDA, which has a diagnostic laboratory for diseases and parasites receiving samples from beekeepers across the country, reviewed samples they had from previous years and found that IBV had been in the country for years before these events. Scientists proposed a number of different causes: Nosema cerana, a new variety of bee dysentery that was more virulent; a new class of pesticides called neonicotinoids that was just coming on the market; cell phone signals; lack of good pollen resources; and greater impact of the serious parasite, Varroa destructor. In the 1970s, there had been problems with a similar loss of colonies, but only in limited areas of Florida. The syndrome, called “disappearing disease” then, was finally attributed to poor quality pollen that lacked the necessary proteins for bees. Poor nutrition wasn’t the case in the most recent instances of

the disappearing bees, as many of the CCD units still had large stores of good pollen in the combs that were left in the hives. The mystery remained. Considerable research had been done on the two new parasites and a variety of studies commenced on the possible newly found causes. However, none of these agents alone, when introduced to a healthy colony, would cause the same symptoms that were seen in so many of the dead hives. The next step, studying combinations of the causes, is much more difficult and costly, but the work is ongoing. A chemical analysis of beeswax that had been in hives for many years showed that there was a buildup in the wax of agricultural chemicals of all types. We know from studies of queen honey bees that rearing them in wax cells contaminated with miticide causes the queens to be smaller in size, weigh less and not perform as well as healthy queens when in colonies. Certainly worker and drone (male) bees raised in contaminated wax would also be affected to some extent. Some beekeepers were already removing older wax combs and making the bees produce new wax and build fresh, uncontaminated comb. Clearly CCD is not due to a single causative agent, but is the result of the buildup of a combination of stresses in a particular colony. So, there is no simple solution. Perhaps one of the new diseases or pesticides are a major contributor, but nonetheless, it is a case of the straw that broke the camel’s back: there is one stress too many for the bees to survive. Dr. Anita Collins is a retired Research Geneticist from USDA, Agricultural Research Service. Honey bee genetics, colony defense and alarm communication (especially in Africanized honey bees) are her areas of expertise. In addition, she has done extensive work on the cryopreservation of honey bee germplasm (semen and embryos). Currently, Collins is an Adjunct Professor of Entomology at Penn State, and is collaborating on a U.S. Geological Service survey of native bees east of the Mississippi. Her local study area is at Lehigh Gap Nature Center, where she is also President of the Board.

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hese are the first words Pam Grout speaks when she rises every morning before dancing her way into the bathroom. She plays a favorite uplifting tune such as Pharrell William’s Happy or Abba’s Dancing Queen and creates a sassy choreography complete with fist pumps, joyous jumps and a little rhythmic strutting. Her easy positive actions take no longer than it would to worry, “How will I get everything done today?” and then trudging into the bathroom feeling fatigued and overwhelmed. Plus, Grout’s playful attitude makes a big difference in the rest of the day’s outcomes. Grout is the author of two internationally bestselling books, E-Squared and E-Cubed. Both offer readers multiple opportunities to experience a disarmingly simple outlook on life. “There is an infinite force of potentiality in the universe that has our backs and wants to interact with us and guide us,” Grout believes. “There is no absolute reality; we create the reality that serves us and places our attention on what we most want.”

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Grout’s journey to a life filled with joy and miracles is ongoing. As a freelance writer, she initially struggled with selfdoubt, wondering, “What do I, a kid from Kansas, have to offer a New York City editor?” and came face-to-face with fears about money. Even though she was earning a decent living, she was recycling her parents’ anxieties about not having enough. “I’m not good enough” was another party crasher. When she began studying A Course in Miracles, Grout learned that consciousness creates the material world and the importance of self-compassion. She examined her staunch beliefs, questioning if they were true and letting go of the tiresome stories of inadequacy and worry. She began focusing on life’s blessings and noticed how concentrating on the good made life happier and more dynamic. Then she started to lay out simple intentions such as finding a good parking spot or uncovering a lost object. The results were immediate and intriguing. This seeker of truth realized that to gain real spiritual growth, she needed

to become more deliberate, so she designed a scientific framework, set a clear intention, imposed a deadline and noted the results. “The results were so convincing that I decided to see if my experiments would work for other people,” Grout says. Before long, friends and acquaintances were manifesting all kinds of amazing things, and she decided to write about her theories. Ten years later, after a steep learning curve in the publishing world, her work became globally acclaimed.

Tapping a Joyful Reality of Miracles “This little book will prove to you once and for all that your thoughts have power, and that a field of infinite possibilities awaits your claim,” the author writes in E-Squared. “It will help you rewrite the outdated thinking that drives your life.” Nine easy energy experiments will prove that the “field of potentiality,” as Grout calls it, is dependable, predictable and available to all. She equates our connection with the field to plugging in a toaster. We know the energy field is there, but we need to consciously “plug in” to use it. Grout details powerful spiritual principles that help us make everyday life richer, more meaningful and more fun. Part of her “new curriculum” includes:

not only possible, it’s probable. The key is opening our hearts to the beneficent universe. “If you want to know what will happen in your life, listen to the words coming out of your mouth,” Grout advises. If we are deluged with negative thoughts, stop and notice all that is right in our world. Ask the universe for help in shedding dark ruminations. When we replace poor images with positive affirming thoughts, our lives become more magical and enjoyable. Grout encourages her readers to invoke two words when life feels chaotic and out of control: “It’s okay,” which

allows the loving flow of the universe to do the heavy lifting. Concentrating on living our joys equips us to help ourselves and others. Grout queries, “Since we are creating our reality, why not create the possibilities that bring us closer to our life’s purpose and higher self?” For more on Pam Grout’s work, follow her inspiring blog at PamGrout.com. Deborah Shouse is the author of Love in the Land of Dementia: Finding Hope in the Caregiver’s Journey; she blogs at DementiaJourney.org.

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n Reality is waves of possibility that we have “observed” into form. n We are an energy field, connected with everything and everyone in the universe. n Our universe connection provides accurate and unlimited guidance. n Whatever we focus on expands. n The universe is limitless, abundant and surprisingly accommodating. “Believe in your bones that the universe is bountiful and supportive,” encourages Grout, asking us to first give the “field” 48 hours to send an unexpected gift. Don’t specify the gift, but just ask to receive and recognize the blessing. Set a deadline and then watch what unfolds.

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eople are biking more than ever. Recreational bicycling ranked second to running as the favorite outdoor activity among both youths (6 to 24 years old) and adults (25-plus) in a recent Outdoor Industry Association study. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) further reports that from 2000 to 2012 the number of Americans biking to work rose from 488,000 to 786,000. This positive trend also means more crowded bike lanes and other pathways challenge the community infrastructure’s ability to keep up, raising safety concerns. Plus, we naturally want to avoid aches and pains while enjoying the myriad benefits of pedaling.

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“Having the right bike for one’s needs that’s properly fitted is crucial,” says Dan Moser, a founder and steering committee member of the BikeWalkLee community coalition and a traffic safety consultant in Fort Myers, Florida. “Use a local bike shop whose mechanics test and adjust the bikes they sell.” A bike mechanic can determine the proper seat height and ideal distance from the handlebars to the seat tube.

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Back, knee or hip pain may develop if a cyclist has to stretch their legs to get to the pedals, explains Tim Bustos, a bicycling consultant in Pensacola, Florida, and former bicycle and pedestrian coordinator for Davis, California, which earned platinum-level Bicycle Friendly Community status, along with Boulder, Colorado, and Portland, Oregon, from the League of American Bicyclists (LAB). On the other hand, “A biker doesn’t get proper leg extension if the seat is too low,” he says, possibly leading to leg muscle strains. “The legs should be almost, but not totally extended at the lowest point in the pedaling motion.”

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The latest NHTSA study charted 49,000 bicycle accidents in 2012, 1,000 more than the year before. Biking only in daylight and avoiding alcohol could improve those numbers because 48 percent of biker fatalities occur beginning at 4 p.m. and 37 percent involve a driver or bicyclist that has been drinking. Even well-marked bike lanes don’t guarantee safety, so caution is required. Some motorists are careless about entering bike lanes and don’t correctly stop at crosswalks or look behind before

opening car doors. David TakemotoWeerts, a bicycle program coordinator at the University of California, Davis, member of the city’s Bike Transportation Advisory Committee and LAB-certified instructor, suggests keeping at least five feet from the sides of cars to avoid being hit. Cyclists are wise not to weave in and out of traffic, to signal turns and watch out for runners, walkers and pedestrians as they abide by normal traffic rules and flow. Takemoto-Weerts says that bikers sometimes overlook using the stop signal (left arm extended downward) to alert bikers behind them. Wearing a helmet should be a standard practice. The University of North Carolina’s Highway Safety Research Center, in Chapel Hill, reports that wearing a helmet reduces the overall risk of head injuries by 85 percent. “Cyclists are part of traffic, whether operating on a road, pathway or a combination,” says Moser. “Being acutely aware of one’s surroundings and minimizing distractions, following the rules of the road and pathway, and being prepared to deal with others’ mistakes are all vital.”

with North Shore Health Solutions, in Northbrook, Illinois, says that recreational bikers have visited her for knee, hip and neck soreness or strains. In addition to ensuring they’re employing proper leg extension, she advises, “Pedal a little faster in a lower gear; ideally, 75 to 90 revolutions per minute, which is easier on the knees and lessens muscle fatigue than traveling slower in a higher gear.” She explains that the correct seat height facilitates proper alignment of hips and a full rotation; if not, energy is forced outward, stressing the hips. Martin adds that the neck might experience strain from tilting the head up for long periods. “This can occur by wearing a helmet that is too low or forward in the front or poor-fitting eyewear that inches forward down the nose.” Right after a long ride, Martin suggests that riders gently bend downward over their crossed legs a few times, alternately switching legs, and also slowly bending the head up and down, sideways and then in a circular motion for a couple of minutes. “Overall,” she says, “the key is to have fun.”

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f a community has seen a growth in cycling accidents, has few safety education programs in place or roadway infrastructure isn’t biker-friendly, individuals can take action. Dan Moser, a Southwest Florida transportation safety consultant, suggests forming alliances with non-bikers to approach civic leaders: “Consider including pedestrian accommodations and frame the issue as one of everyone having access to a safe environment, including bike and foot travelers, and the value of recreation and exercise to the community.” Use the criteria found at Tinyurl. com/CommunityBikeabilityChecklist to evaluate the quality of the local biking environment. The League of American Bicyclists’ Bicycle Friendly America program invites communities to apply for technical assistance and receive customized

feedback and advice on improving local conditions at BikeLeague.org/bfa. Bikes Belong, a consortium of suppliers and retailers, plus individuals and club members, supports the creation of protected bike lanes and provides community grants and supportive resources at PeopleForBikes.org. Many state highway authorities, police and park and recreation departments conduct bike rules and safety programs for the public. Check for local resources online. natural awakenings July 2015

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Jeffrey Smith Warns Against GMOs by Linda Sechrist

effrey Smith is the founder and executive director of the Institute for Responsible Technology, author of Seeds of Deception and director of the documentary Genetic Roulette: The Gamble of Our Lives. Smith and his organization’s Campaign for Healthier Eating in America are spearheading consumer rejection of genetically modified foods (GM/GMO) in order to force them off the market.

What basics should everyone know about GMOs? Genetic engineering is different from traditional crossbreeding. In engineering six major GMO crops—soy, corn, cotton, canola, sugar beets and alfalfa—a gene from a virus or bacteria was forced into the DNA of the plants. Derivatives such as soy lecithin, soy protein, highfructose corn syrup and sugar (unless labeled as cane sugar) are in the vast majority of processed foods.

How did GMO foods invade grocery shelves? Many U.S. consumers mistakenly believe that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves GMO crops only after careful study. Instead, the agency claimed it wasn’t aware of any significant difference from other food crops and declared safety testing unnecessary. In reality, according to FDA documents later made public in a lawsuit, the consensus among FDA 38

scientists was that GMOs were different and dangerous and needed rigorous, longterm testing to prevent allergies, toxins, new diseases and nutritional problems. When the George W. Bush administration ordered the agency to promote biotechnology as a way to increase U.S. food exports, the FDA responded by creating a new position of Deputy Commissioner of Policy for Michael R. Taylor, a former Monsanto attorney. He later became a Monsanto vice president and is now back at the FDA as the U.S. food safety czar.

Why is Roundup, Monsanto’s weed killer for GMO crops, so toxic? Monsanto portrays Roundup as a benevolent herbicide. This is a lie. Glyphosate, its active patented ingredient, alters biochemical pathways in the body. Scientists such as Anthony Samsel and Stephanie Seneff have linked glyphosate to numerous diseases and disorders, including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, gluten sensitivity, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, depression, autism and reproductive disorders. In March, the World Health Organization declared it a probable carcinogen.

How can we avoid unlabeled GMO foods? Eat organic foods, which are not allowed to contain GM ingredients, or products that are labeled non-GMO,

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or those that don’t contain derivatives of the current nine GMO food crops, which now include some zucchini, yellow squash and papaya grown in Hawaii or China. Any packaged grocery product not labeled “Non-GMO” or “Organic” is likely to contain at least one GMO; this includes meat and dairy products, from animals that have eaten GM feed. NonGMOShoppingGuide.com is a reliable resource that lists about 30,000 non-GMO products. A non-GMO diet is recommended by thousands of doctors, as well as the American Academy of Environmental Medicine.

What more can “we the people” do to eradicate GMOs? We are in control, not government agencies. I believe that promoting a stronger message—that GMOs are dangerous and should be avoided—would better serve consumers and the food-labeling movement. High-profile campaigns will continue educating consumers about the dangers of GMOs and the necessity of rejecting them in favor of healthier nonGMO choices, especially for children that are most at risk. The desired result is that food companies will feel the loss of profits and remove GMOs as a liability. The tipping point in the U.S. is almost here. In 2013, the president of Whole Foods announced that when a product becomes verified as non-GMO, sales leap by 15 to 30 percent. Thousands of natural product brands were immediately enrolled for verification. Now conventional brands such as Post Foods’ Grape Nuts, Target’s Simply Balanced brand, Ben & Jerry’s ice cream and Chipotle’s restaurant menu are GMO-free. General Mills stopped using GMO beet sugar in Cheerios. When the rest of the food industry sees these non-GMO-labeled products increase in sales in conventional supermarkets, they will be forced to eliminate GMOs as well, to protect their market share. Visit ResponsibleTechnology.org and GeneticRouletteMovie.com to educate everyone about the dangers of GMOs. Connect with writer Linda Sechrist at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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hildhood obesity, food allergies and sensitivities, immune disorders, learning disorders and attention problems have skyrocketed in the past 20 to 30 years. Is it just a coincidence that this began about the same time as the advent of genetically engineered food? While there certainly are numerous possible reasons, all of which are likely contributors, studies have shown that genetically modified organisms (GMO) may pull their fair share of weight in many health issues. While these studies reveal various negative impacts on our health, they also have shown detrimental impacts on the health of our offspring and even their offspring. Various scientific, medical, agricultural and environmental journals have all concluded that pesticides, including the ones associated with genetically engineered crops, are linked to hormonal and reproductive problems in both men and women. The journal Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology stated that reproductive toxicity begins with parental exposure to toxicants. Preconception, concepwww.DoctorNaturalMedicine.com tion, prenatal and postnatal periods are all windows of opportunity for adverse reproductive outcomes. Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup and other herbicides, is a known endocrine disruptor, meaning it interferes with hormone balance in the body. It is able to introduce health issues with even a small amount of exposure. Aside from hormonal imbalance and infertility, endocrine disruptors can affect mood and metabolism and have been linked to some cancers as well. We have seen proof that glyphosate does bioaccumulate in the body, despite what Monsanto has stated. A

study published in 2011 in the journal Reproductive Toxicology found Bt toxin—a pesticide produced from genetically engineered corn—in 93 percent of blood samples of pregnant women and 80 percent of umbilical cords tested. It has been found to be toxic to human umbilical, embryonic and placental cells and has also been found in the breast milk of mothers. Other reproductive outcomes that have been associated with GMOs are low birth weight and preterm labor and birth, increased rates of miscarriage, infertility and third generation sterility, high infant mortality and a decrease in sperm production, quality, motility and morphology—plus an overall decrease in testosterone. The birth defects associated with genetically modified foods can vary from neural tube defects and malformations in reproductive organs to major portions of the brain and skull being unformed. Aside from health impacts, genetically modified crops are disrupting the ecosystem. Glyphosate is known for causing declines in birds and insects, aquatic life and beneficial microorganisms in the soil. It is present in our water.

• Buy organic products or ones that have the Non-GMO Project label. Instead of stressing out trying to buy all organic, at least buy organic for the foods that you eat most often. • Spread the word. Raising awareness creates change. Many countries in the world have partially or completely banned and rejected GMOs, and many others require labeling. • Support GMO labeling. If we can’t stop Monsanto, we can at least ask that they be held accountable for transparency and require labeling. We are just asking for our right to know what is in our food. • Consult with a natural health practitioner for recipes, meal plans and ways to upgrade your diet. When we choose non-GMO items, we are supporting our health and the health of future generations. It creates more of a demand for local farming, organic farming and small farmers, all while driving the cost of organic down. If we each make the personal decision to vote with our forks, we’ll begin to drive business away from Monsanto. Jaclyn Downs is a board certified holistic health coach based in Lancaster County. She works with individuals and groups and leads workshops on food and wellness. Connect at 717-575-9616, Jaclyn Downs@GetBalancedWellness.com, or GetBalancedWellness.com. See ad, page 48.

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problem, “We’ve seen a shift in priorities, with food pantries offering fresh, quality food and educating both staff and recipients,” she reports. In 2014, Boston Area Gleaners harvested 34 farms, contributing 177,000 pounds of primarily vegetables encompassing 60 varieties. California’s fruit is abundant because of the state’s year-round growing season. Until the 1960s and the advent of Silicon Valley, this was the world’s largest fruit-producing region. Some of its current apple trees date back to the Gold Rush days. “We glean backyards and orchards here,” says Craig Diserens, executive director of Village Harvest, in San Jose. “Apples, pears, cherries, peaches, plums and apricots, plus citrus fruits—it’s ladderless picking, to protect both volunteers and trees.” Telescoping tools pluck out-ofreach fruit. The nonprofit gleans 15 to 20 times a month via volunteers ages 5 to 90. In 2013, its Harvesting for the Hungry program distributed 245,000 pounds of fruit.

The Feeding More than 50 million North Carolina, South America West MichiCarolina, Tennessee Americans, including and Virginia. Additional gan food bank, headquartered in Comstock, 17 million children, areas are located in Illiprovides more than nois, Indiana, Nebraska, experience hunger or Ohio and Pennsylvania produce, with donations from manufacthe risk of hunger (see EndHunger.org). turers, wholesalers, Jason Brown, a every day. restaurants and stores former St. Louis Rams’ adding meat, dairy, frocenter with a five-year, TheHungerSite. zen foods and bread. $37 million contract, Volunteers repackage traded his cleats for a GreaterGood.com donations into usable tractor. Now in Louissizes; do clerical work; burg, North Carolina, he pick produce; and sort, pack, store and calls First Fruits Farm home and plans to deliver food. donate the first fruits of every harvest to While most of the nonprofit’s food pantries. He learned about farming yield is distributed through 1,100 food from YouTube videos, computer searches pantries, shelters and soup kitchens, and other farmers. The first crop on five many can’t store perishables. Working acres yielded 100,000 pounds of sweet with churches, schools and community potatoes; Brown gave it all away. With centers, the organization’s mobile units 1,000 acres to farm, he’s set to tackle deliver fresh food directly to recipients, hunger big time. often the same day it is donated. Each It doesn’t require a big time unit can carry food for 100 to 200 commitment to help feed the hungry. families. This local Feeding America Backyard gardeners can start by planting outreach group serves an estimated an extra row (Tinyurl.com/PlantRow 492,000 people each year. ForHungry). Since its inception in The Society of St. Andrew often 1995, the Plant a Row program has colrescues the “ugly” produce—potalectively turned 20 million pounds of toes not well-shaped for chips, overproduce into 80 million meals. sized peaches, too-long green beans, Offer to pick a neighbor’s excess too-ripe strawberries and apples that produce or herbs, and then check with aren’t picture perfect. “Farmers get a others nearby. Get the kids involved. tax benefit and people get fresh food,” Volunteer at or make a donation to says Bruce Oland, the Triangle Area a soup kitchen. Gather a group of coordinator in North Carolina. “Farmfriends, family, members of an orgaers let us know when they’ll harvest a nization or congregation to glean or crop and we have a few days to glean repackage produce one day a month. If what’s left before they replant. We a local food pantry can’t accept perishpick anything edible—kale, lettuce, ables, leverage social media to spread tomatoes, cantaloupe and lots of sweet the word about which day free food potatoes.” In a single harvested field, will be available at a church or school. volunteers have gleaned seven tons of Everyone can help. No one should go sweet potatoes. to bed hungry. The society’s gleaning and feeding ministry has regional offices in Alabama, Connect with freelance writer Avery Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Mack at AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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MONDAY, JULY 13 Teacher Recognition Day – 9am-6pm. Take time to de-stress with a complimentary stress treatment for teachers. Call to reserve your appointment. Free. The Spa at Willow Pond, 1487 Old Lancaster Pike, Sinking Spring. 610-507-9004. TheSpaAt WillowPond.com. Write From The Heart - Teen Summer Writing Camp – 1-3pm. Daily through July 17. A fun, relaxing summer writing workshop to inspire the love of creative writing, in school or out. No grades, grammar, competition, or stress. Laughter a must! Sharing optional. Teens (ages 13-17). Write From The Heart Lancaster Studio, 717-393-4713. WriteFromTheHeart.us. Combat Allergies Naturally – 6-7pm. Join Jeannie Peck, Traditional Naturopath, as she discusses natural ways to combat allergies, asthma, and upper respiratory challenges due to pollen, mold, dust, pets, smoke, food, chemical and environmental sources. Free. Call or email to register: 717-556-8103. Info@ HBDClinic.com. Health By Design Natural Clinic, 266 W Main St, Leola. HBDClinic.com.

TUESDAY, JULY 14 Cooking with your CSA – 1-3pm. Attend one class or all four in this monthly summer series sponsored by Gayatri Wellness. $45. Goggleworks Kitchen, 201 Washington St, Reading. To register: 484-7063035 or email GayatriWellness@gmail.com. Workshop: The Anti-Oxidant Myth – 6:15-7pm. Free. Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP to: 717393-9955. FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 16 Lancaster Community Reiki Clinic – 6:308:30pm. 30 minutes of Reiki offered every third Thursday of the month. By appointment, by donation. Held at the office of Loeffler & Pitt, 2131 Oregon Pike, Lancaster. 717-269-6084. ReikiHelene@ gmail.com. Cooking with your CSA – 7-9pm. Attend one class or all four in this monthly summer series sponsored by Gayatri Wellness. $45. Goggleworks Kitchen, 201 Washington St, Reading. To register: 484-7063035 or email GayatriWellness@gmail.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 17 Ladies Night Out at Building Character – 7-9pm. Every Music Friday ladies will find free desserts and drinks, hand and chair massages, and shopping from over 35 vendors offering recycled clothing, handcrafted jewelry, art, cards and more. Building Character, 342 N Queen St, Warehouse B, Lancaster. 717-394-7201.

SATURDAY, JULY 18 Feldenkrais Workshop – 1:30-4pm. Donna Bervinchak from Improving Through Movement will present “Stand Firmly On Your Own Two Feet.” $40 early registration/$55 after July 11. Susquehanna Dance Center, 120 College Ave, Mountville. 717-285-0399. FeldenkraisBlog.com.

SUNDAY, JULY 19 Organic Potluck in the Park – 6pm. GMOFree Lancaster County hosts a picnic gathering for all. Held at Long’s Park, Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster. Visit GMOFreeLancaster.com for details.

MONDAY, JULY 20 Living Foods Potluck – Dinner 6pm, Speaker 7pm. Lee Sagula will be speaking on Sources of EMF’s in

our home and simple tips on how to reduce your exposure. Bring a 9 x 13 or equivalent size living foods dish to share. $2 per person. Meeting at the Kinzer Fire Hall, 3521 Lincoln Highway East, Kinzer (beside Patriot Home Sales). Hosted by Terri Roberts: 717-725-8617.

TUESDAY, JULY 21 Workshop: GMOs in Our Food – 6:15-7pm. Free. Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP to: 717-3939955. FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 Everyday Herbs – 6pm. Alexis Campbell of Root & Branch teaches how to spice up your meals and improve your health by incorporating herbs into your daily living. From culinary to medicinal applications, learn best practices for growing and using herbs. $20. Registration required. Kulp Nutrition & Wellness Center, 52 Morgantown Rd, Reading. 610-208-0404. KulpChiropractic.com.

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End of Summer Bash

Join the family fun at the End of Summer Bash. With indoor and outdoor activities, there will be something for everyone. Also included: mini sessions, tasty treats, and general merrymaking!

Natural Awakenings sponsors a screening of the documentary film PlantPure Nation which tells the story of three people on a quest to spread the message of one of the most important health breakthroughs of all time. Tickets: $10

Friday, August 21 • 4-7pm A Therapeutic Effect 313 D Primrose Lane, Mountville 717-285-9955 ATherapeuticEffect.com

Thursday, July 30 • 6:30pm Thursday, August 6 • 6:30pm

Zoetropolis Art House and Film Theatre 315 W James St, Lancaster Zoetropolis.com

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FRIDAY, JULY 31

Young Living Monthly Meeting – 6-8pm. Learn about true therapeutic grade essential oils, oil infused products, and the proprietary "seed to seal" process that makes Young Living a environmental and socially responsible company. Join us to learn how Young Living can support your well-being, including your financial well-being. Free to nonmembers, $5 for YL members. Lancaster location. 717-468-7523. Trella.VibrantScents.com.

Raw Foods for Wellness Potluck – 6-8:45pm. Topic: “Holistic Health for the Whole Family.” Mary B. Lapp will discuss the nutrition/gut-brain connection and emotional health and the use of essential oils for optimal health and wellness. $2 plus raw vegan dish to share. Hosted by Eileen Wieder Crone. Call for details and location. 717-627-4258. More or Less – 9-10:15am. Learn how to experience more by doing less with fitness, nutrition, relaxation and life balance. $5. Fusion Wellness, 1895 Graystone Rd, East Petersburg. Pre-registration requested: 717-475-1381. FusionWellnessPA.com.

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THURSDAY, JULY 23

Level I & II Reconnective Healing Training Program with Eric Pearl

Whether you’re looking to affect a change in your own life or want to facilitate healing for others, you will step into a new expanded awareness and learn how to more fully become the healing instrument you truly are.

Philadelphia July 24-28

For info: 323-960-0012 or TheReconnection.com

SATURDAY, JULY 25 Cacti and Sand Art Planter Workshop – 1-2pm. Cool down with cacti this summer and create a desert inspired sand art planter. Using easy to care for cacti and succulents and vibrant multi-colored sands, add a different spin on your container gardening. $25. To register: call (610) 929-5049 or email Events@RiverviewTree.com. Riverview Nursery and Garden Center, 3049 Pricetown Rd, Temple. RiverviewTree.com. Yoga Nidra: Accessing Soul Wisdom, Strengthening Intuition – 1-3:30pm. Using guided visualization, Yoga Nidra, and writing, we bypass the busy mind to access deep soul wisdom. Gain internal guidance on how to best support yourself and simple daily actions to foster your intuitive wisdom. Bring writing or drawing supplies and blankets/pillow for the Yoga Nidra practice. $35. Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster. 717-290-1517. HerbsFromTheLabryinth.com

TUESDAY, JULY 28 Workshop: GMOs In Our Food – 6:15-7pm. Free. Family Chiropractic Wellness Center, 1717 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster. RSVP to: 717-3939955. FamilyChiropracticLancaster.com.

Angel Days Holistic Faire

7th Annual Spiritual Holistic Faire featuring angel

art, music, readings, natural products for holistic health, crystals, and crystal jewelry, astrology, acupuncture, reflexology, massage, Reiki, sound healing hour, delicious organic and mainstream food, and much more, including free lectures on current holistic topics. Walk the sacred medicine wheel. 10’x10’vendor spaces available.

Saturday, August 1 • 10am-5pm Sunday, August 2 • 10am-5pm

Admission: $6 or $5 with donation of cat or dog food Leesport Farmers Market Banquet Hall (air conditioned) Leesport PA, 8 mi north of Reading For information: Kimberlee Dawn 484-363-7356

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Reiki 1 for Kids is a fun and interesting workshop where children ages 8 to 13 learn simple methods of using Reiki. Children will receive their Reiki 1 Attunement, will learn about sensing the energy field, healing with plants, animals, and people, and will also learn Reiki art and creative expression. Kids will receive a certificate upon completion of the class. Cost: $65 includes all class materials.

Saturday, August 15 • 1-4pm

Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster For information and to register: 717-290-1517 HerbsFromTheLabyrinth.com

Guts and Glory Digestive & Wellness Expo

Enjoy a day of education and fun for the whole family. Learn how to be healthier from the inside out with vendors, lectures, health screenings, cooking demos, farmers market, holistic experts, live music, healthy food, and so much more. Vendor spaces available. Free Admission.

September 19 • 11am-3pm Raindate September 20

First Energy Stadium 1900 Centre Ave, Reading For vendor information: MyGutInstinct.org

savethedate Mid-Atlantic Women’s Herbal Conference

Featuring Rosita Arvigo, Kate Gilday, Deb Soulay, Kathleen Maier and more. Over 15 workshops on women’s health, herbal medicine, gardening and plant identification along with plenty of light-hearted activities. Local food vendors offer a variety of options. Overnight camping and kid’s activities available. Come for the day or the weekend! Vendor space available.

Saturday, October 3 • 7:30am – 8pm Sunday, October 4 • 9-11:30am Saturday $135, Sunday $55 (special early-bird rates and for seniors and students) Kempton, PA For information: 610-683-9363 WomensHerbal.com, RedEarthFarm.com

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ongoingevents physical nature of being. $15/class. Eastern Arts and Holistic Academy, 2212 Perkiomen Ave, Mt. Penn. 610-370-1999. Vinyasa Class – 4:45-5:45pm. A flowing yoga practice. $5/class. Bright Side Opportunities Center, 515 Hershey Ave, Lancaster. 717-509-1342. Hatha Yoga with David – 6pm.-$15/class. Downdog Yoga, 525 Reading Ave, West Reading, 610373-7181. Meditation Group – 6-8pm. Guided meditation, walking meditation, social time/snack, spiritual teaching, and group discussion. $5. Friends Meeting House, 110 Tulane Terrace, Lancaster. For info contact Sue: 717-779-9951.

sunday A Course in Miracles – 9:30am. Healing and Quiet Meditation at 10:30am. followed by a weekly service. Potluck the last Sunday of the month. Lancaster Metaphysical Chapel, 610 Second St, Lancaster. 717-393-4733. LancasterChapel.org. Awakening Hatha Yoga & Meditation – 1011:30am. All Levels Hatha Yoga plus Be Still & Know—an ending meditation. $16 drop-in.Yoga on Orange, 129 E Orange St, Lancaster. 717-392-3992. YOGAonOrange.com. Eckankar Worship Service – 11am. 2nd Sunday. Community HU Song, 11am. 4th Sunday. Experience the Light and Sound of God. Eckankar, Sleep Inn, 310 Primrose Ln, Mountville. 717-394-9877. Meetup.com/CommunityHu. Berks Reiki Clinic – 2-4:30pm. 1st and 3rd Sundays. 25 min sessions. Appointments accepted to guarantee a spot. Walk-in's welcome. 1st Sunday of the Month - Inner Healer Chiropractor, 20 N Front St, Bally. 3rd Sunday of the Month - Unity Church of Reading, 4443 10th Ave, Temple. 484-378-1854. Restorative Yoga – 5-6pm. Relax and renew. Poses are held longer with the support of props. All levels welcome. $12. Bridge Yoga Studio, 1705 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster. 717-330-1304.

monday Intro to Young Living Essential Oils – 6:307:30pm. Short and sweet weekly meeting of support to YL enthusiasts and those who wish to learn about the oils. Lancaster location. Free. Contact Trella Dubetz for info. 717-468-7523. TrellaDubetz.com.

tuesday Feldenkrais – 11am. Awareness Through Movement with Donna Bervinchak. At Susquehanna Dance Center, 120 College Ave, Mountville. $15/ drop-in. 717-285-0399. FeldenkraisBlog.com. Hand Drumming Class – 6-8pm. Master percus-

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sionist Pete Barnhart guides us through hand drumming techniques and African rhythms with African djembe and djun djun drums and bells. All levels welcome. Bring your drum or borrow one from us! $20. Earth Rhythms, 641 Penn Ave, Reading. 610-374-3730. Hatha Yoga & Meditation – 6:45-8:15pm. Beginning level l/ll. $16 drop-in. Yoga on Orange, 129 E Orange St., Lancaster. 717-392-3992. YogaOnOrange.com. Hormonal Metabolic Correction Seminar – 7-8pm. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Learn about a hormone-based weight loss program which addresses the root cause of slow metabolism and weight gain. Free. Call to register: BeBalanced Center, 484 Royer Drive, Lancaster. 717-569-3040. Light Vinyasa Yoga – 7-8pm. Suitable for beginners, intermediate and advanced students. Eileen Wieder Crone, RD, MS, EYRT-500. Suggested $5 donation. Moravian Manor, 300 W Lemon St, Lititz. 717-627-4258. Raw4Yoga.com.

wednesday Chair Yoga – 9-9:45am. Yoga practice seated on a chair. Teri Butson RYT200. $5/class. Bright Side Opportunities Center, 515 Hershey Ave, Lancaster. 717-509-1342. Hatha Yoga with David – 10:30am. A practice influenced by the Kundalini Yoga tradition, connecting to Mother Earth and nature, and the meta-

thursday Morning Yoga with Karen – 9:30am. Rise and truly shine with this gentle practice, suitable for all levels. $10/class. Drop-ins welcome. Health By Design, 266 W Main St, Leola. 717-556-8103. HBDClinic.com.

Silent Sitting Meditation – 5:30-6:30pm. (Doors open at 5pm). All are welcome to sit in silence for an hour, with freedom to take breaks or leave early. Free. Hosted by Craig Schollenberger, 4 Park Plaza, Ste 371, Wyomissing. 484-474-0984. MindfulnessInReadingAndBerks.com. Feldenkrais – 5:45pm. Awareness Through Movement with Donna Bervinchak. At Susquehanna

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Dance Center, 120 College Ave, Mountville. $15 / drop-in. 717-285-0399. FeldenkraisBlog.com Christian Recovery Support Group – 6-7:30pm. An opportunity for those recovering from addiction to share, learn and support each other. Free. Empowering for Life, 234 D West Main St, Leola. 717-656-8558. EmpoweringForLife.net. Fusion Wellness Yoga – 6-7pm. All levels class providing relaxation, and restoration. $15/class. Packages available. Fusion Wellness, 1895 Graystone Road, East Petersburg. 717-475-1381. FusionWellnessPA.com.

friday Tai Chi/QiGong – 9am. A flowing exercises that nourish and circulate energy in the body while quieting the mind into focus. $15 drop in. Yoga Inlet. 734 Penn Ave, Reading. 610-376-2881. Music in the Café – 6:30-8:15pm. Enjoy live music and a special menu in the café. Ten Thousand Villages, 240 N Reading Rd, Ephrata. 717-721-8400.

saturday Gentle Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Slower paced yoga great for beginners $12 Bridge Yoga Studio 1705 Lincoln Highway E. 717-330-1304 BridgeYogaStudio.com. Open House – 10am-1pm. Test your favorite essential oils, diffusers, products and more. Enter to win our weekly raffles. Classes taught by a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist offered. Josiah’s Oils, 8 Meadow Lane, Lancaster. 717-824-3222. JosiahsOils.com. DIF K9 Training Orientation Session – 11am12noon. Contact Pat at Training@difk9.com for more information and to register.Free. Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom, 4267 New Holland Rd, Mohnton. GodfreysDogdom.com. 610-777-5755. For Loved Ones of People in Recovery – 11am12:30pm. An opportunity for family members and loved ones of recovering addicts to learn about the disease, share and support each other. Free. Empowering for Life, 234 D West Main St, Leola. 717-656-8558. EmpoweringForLife.net.

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Farmers Markets Berks County Fairgrounds Farmers Market 2934 N 5th St Hwy, Reading 610-929-3429 Year-round Thurs/Fri/Sat

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Columbia Historic Market House 15 S 3rd St, Columbia 717-681-0385 Year-round Thurs/Fri/Sat

PA Dutch Farmers Market 845 Woodland Rd, Wyomissing 610-374-1916 Year-round Thur/Fri/Sat

Corn Crib Market 35 W Main St, Mount Joy Year-round Saturdays

Penn Street Market Penn Square, Reading Thursdays June 4 – September 24

East Side Market Musser Park, Lancaster 717-333-0443 Sundays May 24 - October 25

Rodale Institute 611 Siegfriedale Rd, Kutztown 610-683-6009 Thursday thru Saturday

Ephrata Whistlestop Market 16 E Main St, Ephrata Saturdays May - October May - October

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Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email Publisher@NALancaster.com or visit NALancaster.com.

ACUPUNCTURE BLOSSOMS AND ROOTS WELLNESS Jo Ellen Wisnosky, L.Ac. 122 E Chestnut St • Lancaster 717-723-1362 BlossomsAndRoots.com

Family Chiropractic We l l n e s s C e n t e r focuses on whole body health. Our doctors make a personalized program for each patient and use a multidisciplinary approach of corrective Chiropractic Care, Massage, Rehabilitation and/or Spinal Decompression to return the spine to it's natural alignment, taking pressure off the nervous system so the body can function with optimal health.

CHINESE HEALTHCARE PRACTICES HEALTH BY DESIGN NATURAL CLINIC

Acupuncture naturally optimizes your health by treating pain and sports injuries, anxiety and stress, infertility and allergies, provides support for the immune system and revitalization for the facial muscles. Additional services include cupping, acupressure, nutrition and therapeutic bodywork.

Health For Life Clinic, Inc. Dr. Ann Lee, ND, L.Ac 112 N Cornell Ave • Lancaster 717-669-1050 DoctorNaturalMedicine.com

Learn how your symptoms are connected, get answers, and achieve improved health and well being as we facilitate your body's ability to heal itself through acupuncture and naturopathic medicine. Specializing in hormone balancing and fertility. Visit the website for testimonials and more information. See ad, page 39.

Mark R. Reinhart 266 W Main St • Leola 717-556-8103 HBDClinic.com ThreePureRivers.com

Practitioner and teacher of the Chinese health, martial and healing arts for over 40 years, Mark offers individual or class sessions in Qigong, Taiji (Tai Chi), Emotional Balancing/Centering, Qigong For Recovery, and Meditation. He addresses the emotional aspect of diet and stress relief for our WIN System Weigh Loss Program. For details or to schedule an appointment call Health By Design Natural Clinic. See ad page 33.

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Dr. Andrew Ashton 313D Primrose Ln • Mountville 717-285-9955 ATherapeuticEffect.com

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Discover your body’s natural ability to heal. Acupuncture is a safe and effective way to relieve acute or chronic pain, stress, allergies, colds, digestive problems, insomnia and many more health problems. See ad page 31.

Dr. Leah Reiff 219 W Walnut St • Lancaster 717-390-9998 BlueSkiesChiroHealth.com

Chiropractic is used for natural relief from conditions such as chronic pain, injuries, pregnancy complications, complications from aging & more. Dr. Reiff carefully considers every individual's comfort level & provides specific adjustments to support the body for benefits that will last. See ad page 25.

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JANGDHARI FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Charles JangDhari Dr. Jessica Riehl 7 Center Street • Intercourse 717-768-7148 JangDhariFamilyChiropractic.com JFChiropractic@gmail.com

JangDhari Family Chiropractic is committed to the health and wellness of our community. We provide quality Chiropractic care and give back to many area charities helping ensure that the people of our community have opportunities to live well and live long.

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High quality, patient focused Chiropractic Care, Functional Diagnostic Medicine evaluation and treatment, and Massage Therapy. We focus on correcting the underlying causes of many disorders, diseases and conditions. Call for a complimentary consultation and benefit check. See ad page 27.

DENTISTRY SUSQUEHANNA DENTAL ARTS Owen Allison, DMD 100 S 18th St • Columbia 717-684-3943 • 717-285-7033 SusquehannaDentalArts.com

We are a fullservice family dental practice providing 100% mercury-free restorations, quality non-surgical periodontal care, INVISALIGN, implant-retained dentures and partials. See ad page 7.

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education THE NEW SCHOOL OF LANCASTER 935 Columbia Ave • Lancaster 717-397-7655 NewSchool.net

Offering outstanding Montessori education for toddlers to middle school students in a light-filled, historic space in Lancaster City. For 25 years, The New School has provided an excellent, nondenominational, educational opportunity in a childcentered, respectful, and caring environment. Accredited by The American Montessori Society and licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. See ad, page 14.

SAGE CONTINUING EDUCATION CENTER

Lin Roussel, Director 719 Olde Hickory Rd, Suite B • Lancaster 717-314-1733 SageContinuingEd.com PA State Board approved Continuing Education Classes for Massage Therapists, Nurses, Acupuncturists, Physical Therapists, and Athletic Trainers. Also a provider of Holistic and wellness-based classes for the public.*Space available to rent for meetings, workshops, classes, massage and energy work.

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ESSENTIAL OILS TRELLA DUBETZ

Sage Massage and Wellness 464 B N George St • Millersville 717-468-7523 Trella.VibrantScents.com TrellaDubetz.com Offering natural remedies to life's imbalances, essential oils create true wellness when in their raw, pure and potent form. They are powerfully therapeutic, promoting overall health, and supporting both physical and emotional well-being when simply used in the day to day. Free consults, massage and body work with essential oils, and weekly educational workshops available!

FELDENKRAIS IMPROVING THROUGH MOVEMENT Donna Bervinchak Feldenkrais / Child’Space Practitioner 3543 Marietta Ave, H1 • Lancaster 717-285-0399 FeldenkraisBlog.com

Helping adults recover from back & leg pain; and children with special needs reach developmental milestones through movement and touch. Learn to sit, stand and walk more efficiently based upon the natural sequence of functional development.

FERTILITY MOTHERSHIP WELLNESS COLLECTIVE Jaclyn Downs 15 Pleasure Rd • Ephrata 717-575-9616 MothershipWellness.com

Specializing in fertility optimization, miscarriage prevention, and prenatal wellness through correction of nutritional and hormonal imbalances and compensating for epigenetic variants. It's never too early to begin building a baby-ready body!

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SHEEHAN NATURAL HEALTH IMPROVEMENT CENTER Dr. Keith Sheehan Laura Sheehan 1301 E King St • Lancaster 717-392-6606 SheehanChiropractic.com

Sheehan Natural Health Improvement Center provides holistic health care through nutritional counseling and whole food supplements. Our cuttingedge treatments have been found to help a broad range of symptoms and illnesses including fibromyalgia, depression, migraines, and weight loss. From infants to seniors. See ad, page 13.

HYPNOSIS Elizabethtown Hypnosis

Jennifer Stumpf, Certified Hypnotherapist Elizabethtown Fitness Club, Lower Level 626 S Market St • Elizabethtown 717-951-7662 Jennifer-Stumpf@comcast.net ElizabethtownHypnosis.com Hypnotherapy is a combination of hypnosis and therapeutic intervention. Let me lead you on a journey towards positive change while you are in a deeply relaxed in a state of mind. Stop smoking, manage stress and pain, lose weight, reduce anxiety, enhance sports or study performance. Possibilities are limitless!

PINNACLE HYPNOSIS & THERAPIES Lori Kleinsmith, Certified Hypnotist 202 S Third St • Hamburg (Inner Peace & Wellness Center) 610-823-4160 PinnacleHypnosis.com

Offering a full-range of hypnosis services. School-age children through adults receive compassionate, motivational and individualized sessions. Specializing in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Why are you suffering when help is available? Call today!

Integrative Medicine NICK D'ORAZIO, MD

HEALTH DEPOT WELLNESS CENTER

Strasburg Health Associates 181 Hartman Bridge Rd • Ronks 717-687-7541 DrNickDorazio@gmail.com

Health Depot is a complete wellness pharmacy providing for all your wellness needs including compounding for people and pets, vitamins, herbs and supplements, cough and cold care, nutritional support, home health medical equipment, immunizations, diabetic supplies, and more. Free delivery available in certain areas.

Physician board certified in integrative and holistic medicine employs a wide variety of treatment modalities including ayurveda, IV treatments including chelation, homeopathic, herbal, and nutritional medicine, natural injections, physical rehabilitation, and bodywork. Dr. D’Orazio is a physician who lives what he teaches.

1571 Manheim Pike • Lancaster 717-509-4844 • 717-509-4434 • 717-509-7776 HDPWellness.com

HOLISTIC HEALTH

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Integrative Physical Therapy

LANDSCAPE services

MATTRESSES NATURAL/ORGANIC

EARTHBOUND ARTISAN

Timothy Seifarth 292 Duke Street • Ephrata 717-405-7941 EarthboundArtisan.com

JONINA TURZI, DPT, CFMT, E-RYT

221 W Walnut St • Lancaster 717-380-3559 JoninaYogaTherapy@gmail.com JoninaTurzi.com WestendYogaStudio.com Dr. Turzi combines traditional physical therapy, osteopathic mobilization, neuromuscular therapy, and visceral manipulation with yoga and postural training in private sessions, studio group classes, and workshops.

Intuitive Consulting INTUITIVE CONSULTANTS

John Stewart CHt & Maggie Shetz CHt Lancaster 717-340-2121 IntuitiveConsultants.net Offering unique professional services to enhance your quality of life. Intuitive Readings in-person, Skype or phone, Past Life Regression, Hypnotherapy and CRV (to locate lost pets and valuables). We also offer Lectures, Workshops, Classes and Parties! Learn more at our website.

GARDNER’S MATTRESS & MORE

Earthbound Artisan is a Tree Care and Landscape Design, Build, and Maintenance company that offers organic and holistic solutions for your surrounding ecosystem and environment. Certifications in Arboriculture (ISA), Landscape (PLANET-CLT-E), and Permaculture. See ad page 19.

MASSAGE THERAPY INTEGRATIVE MASSAGE & REIKI

830 Plaza Blvd • Lancaster 717-459-4570 GardnersMattressAndMore.com

Gardner’s is a locally owned mattress store offering a wide selection of quality natural and organic mattresses ranging from the luxurious to economical. Educating our customers on getting a good night’s sleep and the benefits of sleeping naturally and organically is our mission. To schedule your private sleep consultation, go to SleepLancaster.com/Natural. See ad, page 5.

NATUROPATH

Christina Rossi 632 Penn Ave • West Reading 610-451-9577 IntegrativeMassageReiki.com

HEALTH BY DESIGN NATURAL CLINIC

Integrative Massage & Reiki Healing Arts Studio provides a unique mind body spirit approach to wellness with a variety of holistic therapies including m a s s a g e t h e r a p y, R e i k i , aromatherapy, crystal therapy, and more. Sessions and classes are available. Christina Rossi is a NCBTMB approved CE provider. Please visit website for more information.

Jeannie Peck Traditional Naturopath Functional Nutrition Clinician 266 W. Main St • Leola 717-556-8103 HBDClinic.com Promoting an integrative functional medicine approach by educating others on how to improve health and prevent problems for both adults and children. See ad page 33.

Sleep Apnea Relief

Natural solutions FO R A L L YOUR HEALTH NEEDS • Sleep Apnea • Bruises, Strains, tissue damage • Sinus Infection • Skin Rash Designed for my family, Shared with yours.

Order online at MyNaturesRite.com or call 800-991-7088

Helps ensure deep, steady breathing throughout the night, improving the efficiency of the lungs and relaxing muscles to address sleep apnea.

Injury Repair Ankle sprains, bruises, painful elbows and shoulders all need help during repair. Bruise, Strain & Tear Repair clears the bruising and keeps the healing process going for as long as you apply it. Get a complete repair naturally.

Sinus Infection Sinus Relief offers a nasal spray that is both anti-fungal and anti-bacterial in a convenient spray bottle. Super Neti Juice offers the same antimicrobial power with soothing, subtle peppermint. Powerful tools to combat germs.

Rash Relief This powerful herbal lotion is designed to relieve the pain and itch of eczema. while correcting the cause and repairing the skin. A healthy and natural approach to correcting skin rash without dangerous drugs.

natural awakenings July 2015

NATUROPATH HEALTH FOR LIFE CLINIC, INC Ann Lee, ND, L.Ac 112 Cornell Ave • Lancaster 717-669-1050 DoctorNaturalMedicine.com

Learn how your symptoms are connected, get answers, and achieve improved health and wellbeing as we facilitate your body's ability to heal itself through acupuncture and naturopathic medicine. Specializing in hormone balancing and fertility. Visit the website for testimonials and more information. See ad, page 39.

PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION HIGHER BRAIN LIVING Allison Dracha 26 Skyline Drive • Temple 484-772-6446 AllisonDracha.com AJDracha@gmail.com

Higher Brain Living® dissolves that gigantic brain block you’ve been carrying around with you for so long. This simple yet innovative technique can put all those experiences behind you. Once that block is released you can truly move forward in your life. What you dream about becomes your reality. See ad page 31.

NATURAL HOPE CENTER

Karen O’Connor, ND, MS, NCTMB 310 W Wyomissing Blvd • West Lawn 610-743-4788 NaturalHopeCenter.com We offer a wide variety of noninvasive techniques and therapies to bring the mind and body back to balance naturally, including nutritional counseling, h y p n o t h e r a p y, m a s s a g e , h e r b o l o g y, h o m e o p a t h y, acupressure /auricular therapy, and stress and pain management.

TREE OF LIFE HEALTH MINISTRIES Robert Miller, ND 15 Pleasure Rd • Ephrata 717-733-2003 TOLHealth.com

Experience a customized health plan to meet your individual needs. Our t e a m o f f e r s comprehensive wellness services including naturopathic consultations, nutrition, weight management and detoxification programs, DNA testing with customized nutritional support, TurboSonic sessions, stress management, craniosacral and massage therapy, clinical herbalist consults, exercise programs, prenatal and pediatric wellness and more. See ad, back cover.

ORGANIC HAIR SALON AMAZYNG STYLE AND RECLAIMED JEWELS

Tia Mazy, Owner Lora Ocasio, Stylist Amber Goodman, Stylist 4040 Penn Ave • Sinking Springs 610-741-6604 AmazyngStyleAndReclaimedJewels.com Amazyng Style is an ecofriendly salon specializing in organic hair color, and all natural make-up. All products are vegan and ammonia free. Reclaimed Jewels is a green boutique carrying recycled, repurposed, fair trade and organic merchandise.

reiki LANCASTER REIKI CLINIC

Helene Williams Held at the office of Loeffler & Pitt 2131 Oregon Pike • Lancaster 717-269-6084 LancasterCommunityReikiClinic.com Offering thirty minute sessions to those who would like to experience the many benefits of Reiki. Clinic held the third Thursday of each month, from 6:30-8:30PM. Appointments must be scheduled in advance. Cost: By donation. Practitioners needed. Please call for more information.

SKIN/BODY CARE ELEMENTS TO WELLNESS

6 Hearthstone Court, Suite 106 • Reading 610-685-1761 ElementsToWellness.com We provide massage therapy, skin care, waxing, Reiki, reflexology, and aromatherapy services. All services are performed by licensed/ certified individuals in our private, spacious, relaxing suite. See ad page 34.

EMERGENCE SKIN CARE

Rashell Brunner 3695 Marietta Ave, Unit 2 • Lancaster 717-419-4766 Emergence.SkinCareTherapy.net At Emergence we customize all facials to make sure you get the best results. We use products with no artificial color or fragrance. From waxing, facials, peels, microderm, make-up to massage, we’ve got you covered. See ad page 17.

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Thermal Imaging AQUA BLUE DETOX

Lori Martin 50 Keystone Court • Leola 717-656-8615 AquaBlueDetox.net Offering digital infra-red Thermal Imaging for breast and body, a non-invasive imaging procedure for early detection of a number of diseases and physical injuries. Also providing detox therapies, a full-spectrum infra-red sauna, tapping, therapeutic massage, nutritional education, and more. See ad page 40.

ADVANCED THERMAL IMAGING Pamela Howard, DC, CCT 550 Coventry Dr • Mechanicsburg 259 N 6th St, Ste 2 • Columbia 866-522-3484 AThermalImage.com

Thermal Imaging offers a safe, non-invasive way to visualize potential health concerns for a proactive approach to health, including breast health & monitoring. We provide resources and educational support. Locations in Columbia and Mechanicsburg. See ad page 6.

wellness PATHWAYS TO HEALING

1817 Bernville Rd, Rte 183 • Reading 610-373-7935 PathwaysToHealingPa.com Celebrating 20 years of helping people find their path to optimal health and wellbeing through numerous holistic therapies. We offer various Massage Modalities, Acupuncture, Reflexology, Myofascial Release, Holistic Facial Therapies, Herbs, Nutritional Assessments, Supplements and Workshops. Please visit the website for more details. See ad, page 45.

YOGA/EDUCATION KULA KAMALA ASHRAM Sudha Allitt PhD ERYT PYT Ed Allitt ERYT PYT Additional Faculty & Staff 17 Basket Rd • Reading 484-509-5073 KulaKamalaFoundation.org

The ashram is a spiritual school providing educational programs in practical Yoga, Professional Yoga Therapy and holistic ministries. We offer 200YTT, 300YTT, 870PYT, holistic ministries, public classes, and more. We are one of only 20 schools accredited to provide Professional Yoga Therapy Certification. Kula Kamala Ashram: A place of peace. A space for healing. KulaKamalaFoundation.org. See ad, page 37.

Swing into a summer of rejuvenated health… ...naturally! From seasonal allergies to symptoms that may affect you year-long...wouldn’t it be nice to feel more energized, focused, calm and rejuvenated? At Tree of Life Health Ministries, we are dedicated to teaching and supporting individuals on how to build their health naturally. Our naturopathic practitioners and consultants see clients of all ages, providing customized natural health programs to meet your individual needs.

NEW Services 7 Genetic Variant Support: DNA Testing & Customized Supportive Nutritional Supplementation Protocols 7 Clinical Herbalist Consultations 7 Prenatal Wellness: Nutrition/Wellness Consults, Fertility Optimization Education/Support 7 Nutrition: Pediatric Nutrition Consultations, Food Sensitivity Testing, Healthy Eating Plans 7 Exercise/Personal Training 7 Detoxification: Jade High Frequency Microcurrent, Organic Herbal/Mineral Body Wraps 7 Acupuncture Traditional Services 7 Naturopathic Consultations 7 Nutrition: Venice Nutrition and Purification Programs 7 Detoxification Support 7 TurboSonic Sessions (whole body vibration machine) 7 Stress Management 7 Structural Support: Cranio Sacral Therapy, Massage, Frequency Specific Microcurrent, Pulsed Electric Magnetic Field Therapy 7 Hormone Support 7 Air & Water Purification Systems 7 Educational Seminars

Don’t let another season of health speedbumps slow you down. Schedule your appointment today! 15 Pleasure Road • Ephrata, PA 17522 • 717.733.2003 • www.tolhealth.com *The suggested educational information from Tree of Life Health Ministries are not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat or prevent any disease. The effects of the recommended supplements are nutritional support only.