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he National Institutes of Health defines chronic pain as any persistent pain lasting more than 12 weeks. It can have any number of causes, from an injury like a back sprain to an ongoing illness. Sometimes the cause isn’t clear.

Chronic pain often is accompanied by secondary, non-pain symptoms, including sleeplessness, poor appetite and fatigue. It can also lead to feelings of frustration and hopelessness when the pain inhibits enjoyable activities and interferes with daily life.

When you consider the scope of this NIH definition, can you think of many adults who haven’t experienced chronic pain at some point? No wonder we are inundated with ads from pharmaceutical companies trying to sell us magic pills to make it go away.

But those pills come with big risks. Take the over-the-counter pain relievers known as NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs). A study published recently in The BMJ linked NSAIDs with an increased risk of acute myocardial infarction—that is, heart attack. The risk was greatest during the first month of NSAID use and with higher doses.

Another study, published in the March 2017 issue of the European Heart Journal: Cardiovascular Pharmacotherapy, found the consumption of any kind of NSAIDs could increase the risk of heart attack by 31 percent. And yet another study published in The BMJ indicates that high-dose NSAIDs may double the risk of heart attack and heart failure.

We may be lulled into a false sense of safety by slick advertising and ubiquitous availability, but these are serious drugs.

The opioid epidemic that has gripped our country is a perfect example of how big pharma has misled the medical community regarding the safety of their drugs, for profit’s sake. Many of us either know or know of someone lost to this scourge.

Once addicted, these patients often move over to illicit drugs like heroin, often with deadly consequences.

It’s time to reevaluate how we deal with chronic pain.

Our desire for long-term well-being requires us to investigate and resolve the root cause of pain, not just the symptoms. Pain is our bodies’ way of telling us there is a problem that needs to be fixed. Luckily, we have a wealth of local holistic experts ready and willing to resolve your pain—without dangerous drugs.

Dr. Lori Poelstra, a certified pain management physician at Mind Body Medicine in Destin, recently opened a clinic that uses a holistic approach for pain management. Rebecca Freeman, an acupuncture physician, Sharalee Hoelscher, a certified Rolfer and Amanda Williams, a doctor of chiropractic care all have specialized knowledge and techniques to alleviate chronic pain without drugs. Float Brothers float spa offers another natural method of pain management. Yoga, massage and meditation are more great ways of dealing with pain without resorting to opioids.

There are also natural herb products, like CBD hemp oil (see our advertorial on page 20), that hold great promise in helping relieve chronic pain and sleep disorders without the addictive side effects of conventional prescription pain medicine. Medical marijuana, recently made legal in Florida, will certainly give people suffering from chronic pain an alternative solution, with few to no side effects.

The American Chronic Pain Association has an excellent guide that covers allopathic and alternative approaches to dealing with chronic pain: https://theacpa. org/uploads/documents/ACPA_Resource_Guide_2017.pdf

You do not have to live with chronic pain, especially if you live in beautiful Northwest Florida, where there are so many options and so many experts available to help. Which one will be your “golden ticket” to a pain-free life?

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Heirloom Gardening Class at Ever’Man

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BOTE has a retail store at 383 Harbor Blvd., Destin, FL, and retail/headquarters at 505 Mary Esther Cut Off NW, Ft. Walton Beach, FL. For more info, visit BoteBoard.com.

Ever’Man is located at 315 W. Garden St., Pensacola, FL. For more information about this or other events at Ever’Man, visit Everman.org.

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at McAndrew McCreery, owner of Cat McCreery’s Heirloom Gardens, will be teaching a special class, Natural Remedies for Your Heirloom Garden, on June 2, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., at Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Café in Pensacola.

McCreery has a lifetime of experience growing and preserving heirloom, heritage and organic flowers, herbs and vegetables. She has owned and operated Cat McCreery’s Heirloom Gardens for six years, and there are gardens she has planted all over the Pensacola area.

Many of the seeds she uses come from her own family lineage and can be dated back to the voyages that brought her grandmothers to the United States from France and Ireland.

After more than 40 years serving the Gulf Coast, Ever’man Cooperative continues to be a premier local source for natural and organic foods. This class is part of its ongoing mission to educate the community about conscious living.

BOTE Boards Hit the Beaches

OTE, the Destin-based manufacturer of premium paddle boards, will be showing off its products at two local beaches throughout the season so people can try them out and see what’s SUP.

Through October, BOTE paddle boards will be available for trial Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at Liza Jackson Park in Fort Walton Beach and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at Norriego Point in Destin.

Now a national name in SUP, Bote was founded by husband and wife team Corey and Magda Cooper in 2008, after they fell in love with the sport but not the paddle boards that were commercially available.

“When we first got on a SUP, we loved the idea but hated the product, both form and function,” Corey says. “All of the boards we tried were the same thing but with a different name. They were all basically giant, unstable surfboards. It was around that time that I looked at Magda and said, ‘We can make this better; we can make a board that stands apart.’”

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A 5K scheduled for June 24 in Fort Walton Beach will benefit Healing Paws for Warriors, a local nonprofit that provides free service dogs to post-9/11 combat veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, military sexual trauma and other disorders related to military service. The race, Healing Paws for a Cause, will begin at 7:30 a.m. at 139 Brooks Street SE.

By providing them with ADA-certified service canines, Healing Paws for Warriors empowers injured veterans to return to independent civilian life. The nonprofit organization began in Fort Walton Beach as a response to the local need for such a program and the number of veterans in the area. Dogs used for the program are rescued from shelters in Okaloosa, Walton and surrounding counties.

“Our philosophy is to involve the veteran in the training of their new service canine partner, allowing them the opportunity to be part of the solution to their recovery,” says Healing Paws’ Pachari Middleton. “During training, we provide training, certification, equipment, seminars and initial vet care, free of charge. Our mission is to help our heroes to begin their recovery with their new service dog and return home to start their new lives as productive members of society. They enroll in college, start new jobs and most importantly return to their families with their freedom and independence, to begin the road to recovery.”

Service canines are a treatment aid for PTSD, TBI and MST where medications often fail, she says. “They are considered medical equipment and are a proven recovery tool for these invisible disorders.”

Healing Paws for a Cause is a family- and dog-friendly event. The $30 running fee includes a T-shirt, raffle tickets and a lunch ticket.

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irst City Art Center (FCAC) in Pensacola will offer a three-part, all-levels workshop in glass-on-glass mosaic June 11, 18 and 25, from 1 to 4 p.m. The workshop is open to anyone aged 12 and up, with no previous experience required.

“In this workshop, participants will explore the steps of nipping and slicing, gluing and grouting colorful glass on glass,” says FCAC’s Lauren Lentile. The workshop will be led by Judy Betts. Tuition is $150.

Making a mosaic using the glass-on-glass technique is an easy way to turn an unremarkable piece of clear glass—a salvaged window in a rustic frame, for example—into a work of art. In general, the process involves creating a design to overlay the existing glass, and then cutting colored glass into freeform mosaic pieces and gluing them onto the clear glass. In recent years, glass-on-glass mosaics have become popular with do-it-yourselfers who want to create a personalized focal point for their homes.

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esearch from the University of Medical Sciences and Technology, in Khartoum, Sudan, tested the efficacy of ginger, cinnamon and a combination of both in reducing root canal infections.

The study tested infections associated with 50 teeth involved in root canals. They were divided into five groups. One was treated with a paste of extract of ginger, another of cinnamon, and another with both of them. The final two groups were divided into a positive control group treated with calcium hydroxide with iodoform paste, and a negative control group was left untreated.

The researchers recorded the number of colony forming units (CFU) of bacteria—individual bacteria units capable of growing into a colony—before and after the treatments. The extract of ginger group showed the most effectiveness, with a reduction from 83 CFUs to 26.5, suggesting that ginger may help treat or prevent root canal infections. The cinnamon group saw their status reduced slightly, to 77.8 CFUs, and the combination caused a decrease to 49.7.

High-Intensity Workouts May Keep People Coming Back

study from McMaster University, in Hamilton, Ontario, has found that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) makes working out more enjoyable for individuals that struggle with regular exercise. Jennifer Heisz, lead author and assistant professor in the kinesiology department, observes, “Enjoyment during the first weeks of adopting a new exercise program may be especially important for preventing dropouts.”

Researchers divided 40 sedentary, healthy adults into two groups. One participated in HIIT, which consists of short bursts of intense exercises, followed by lowerintensity recovery periods, for six weeks; the other group performed ongoing moderate exercises. The researchers discovered that while both groups started out with equal enjoyment levels, the HIIT group enjoyed their workouts more as they gained strength, while the moderate group reported unchanged or decreased enjoyment levels.

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esearchers from the University of Rhode Island, in Kingston, have studied the rapid increase in Lyme disease in the northern U.S. Only 11 cases of the disease, which annually impacts about 300,000 Americans, were reported in 2015 in Alabama, a state of approximately 5 million residents.

Meanwhile, there were 491 confirmed cases in Vermont, with a population of less than 700,000.

The researchers studied the life cycle, metabolism and behavior of black-legged ticks, collecting larvae from several eastern areas. They discovered that ticks live longer in cooler temperatures with higher levels of humidity, making northeastern climates ideal, because longer lives mean increased chance of contact. Southern ticks stay hidden underfoot in layers of leaves to stay cool and damp, making them less likely to find a human host than their northern counterparts, which reside on leaves and trees.

“There has been a lot of research aimed at finding out what makes black-legged ticks more efficient hosts for Lyme disease in the north than in the south,” explains Roger LeBrun, an entomology professor at the University of Rhode Island and co-author of the study. “People have looked at everything from the effects of temperature on tick life cycles to the types of animals the ticks feed on. Probably all of these factors play roles, but our results suggest that evolutionary pressure to conserve moisture by staying under the leaf litter surface is a critical factor.”

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etting off the couch and just moving may help slow the aging process in women that do not lead active lifestyles. Researchers from the University of California at San Diego measured the telomere lengths of white blood cells in 1,481 women between the ages of 64 and 95. Telomere lengths are a measure of aging within genes. After adjusting for other health and lifestyle factors, the researchers found that the women with less physical activity had shorter telomere lengths than those with more active lifestyles.

Healthy Eating Can Improve Bone Density in Women

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he importance of calcium for bone health in women is widely known. Now a new study suggests that a diet of foods considered low-inflammatory, such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains, may help reduce bone loss and fracture risk. Researchers from Ohio State University calculated the dietary inflammatory index (DII) of 160,191 participants using data from the Women’s Health Initiative clinical trials’ baseline food frequency questionnaires.

Comparative DII data were then recorded three and six years later among 10,290 study participants to determine any changes in their individual scores.

Results were also compared with the number of hip fractures reported annually for the subjects, along with bone mineral density levels from the subgroup. Women with lower DII scores had less bone loss in their hips after six years.

Fresno County Superior Court Judge Kristi Kapetan has ruled that the state of California will require Monsanto to place a cancer warning label on the company’s Roundup weed killer. The ruling is the first of its kind in the U.S. and comes after a branch of the World Health Organization labeled the product’s primary ingredient, glyphosate, as a “probable human carcinogen.”

Glyphosate, an odorless and tasteless toxin, has been manufactured by Monsanto for more than 40 years and sold in more than 160 countries. Monsanto will have one year to affix the warning label to all relevant products.

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Vitamin D Helps Babies Grow Strong Bones and Muscle

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The original 2013 study, which followed 132 infants given one of four different dosages of vitamin D daily during their first years, confirmed the connection with strong bones. The 2016 study used the same data to explore the impact of vitamin D supplementation on the toddlers’ body fat levels. The researchers found that children given more than 400 international units per day during the first year of life had an average of 450 less grams of body fat at age 3. They also found a correlation between the supplementation and lean muscle mass in the youngsters during their first three years.

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Many Americans have been confused by the “Sell By” labels on groceries for 40 years. Now, the Food Marketing Institute and the Grocery Manufacturers Association, the two largest industry trade groups, are adopting voluntary standardized regulations to clarify.

Instead of using up to 10 different phrases to communicate safety, they have settled on just two: “Use By”, a safety designation to indicate when perishable foods are no longer good; and “Best if Used By”, an estimate of when the manufacturer thinks the product should be consumed for peak flavor.

Studies show that consumers generally believe the current labels all signal whether a product is safe to eat, and that it will still be okay well after its so-called expiration date. At the same time, prematurely tossed groceries dominate landfills and produce greenhouse gas emissions. The U.S. Department of Agriculture and a coalition of environmental groups have been urging the industry to clear this up.

The change is scheduled to take hold in July 2018.

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Last year, the United Nations International Year of Pulses recognized dry peas, lentils and chickpeas because they are affordable, nutritious and have a low eco-footprint. New, innovative, plant-based proteins will extend the options.

The Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition reported that vegetarians can save at least $750 annually over meat eaters by reducing or replacing consumption of animal products and switching to sources that adhere to higher animal welfare standards.

The Impossible Burger simulates the sizzle, the smell and the juicy first bite of the real thing to rave reviews. The similar Beyond Burger is a hit at Whole Foods Markets.

Tyson Foods is investing in the protein alternative company, Beyond Meat, and launching a $150 million venture capital fund to support plant-based foods.

Some large German meat producers are also seeking to diversify with plant-based versions of traditional meaty favorites.

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Driverless Cars Promise Safety and Savings Hyundai demonstrated its Ioniq autonomous, or driverless, hybrid car concept at the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show, demonstrating that such vehicles— equipped with sophisticated sensors, GPS and computers—could be for sale within five to seven years.

Safety is paramount. Estimates for the U.S., based on a 2013 Eco Center for Transportation study, projected that if 90 percent of vehicles were autonomous, the number of driving-related deaths would plummet from an annual 32,400 to approximately 11,300.

“Drivers are excited that driverless cars will offer 90 percent fewer U.S. traffic accidents, 40 percent lower insurance costs, the end of drunk driving accidents and newfound freedom for seniors and people with disabilities,” says Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association. Its 2016 report Self-Driving Vehicles: Consumer Sentiments found that nearly 75 percent of consumers surveyed like the proffered benefits.

In Driverless, authors Hod Lipson and Melba Kurman highlight significant ecological benefits, including McKinsey research findings that driverless cars will yield up to 20 percent fuel savings, and a corresponding reduction in carbon dioxide emissions. Their smoother driving also extends a vehicle’s life.

Ford intends to deliver a fully autonomous vehicle for ride sharing in 2021, according to Mark Fields, Ford Motor Company president and CEO. Companies such as Uber and Lyft already are testing driverless vehicles in pilot cities.

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San Francisco became the first U.S. city to ban plastic shopping bags in 2007, and in 2014 it banned plastic water bottles on city properties. Since then, they have included Styrofoam and thermocol (polystyrene). Hawaii introduced a ban on single-use plastic bags in 2015.

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An amendment to a law that governs the cosmetology industry in Illinois recognizes that the relationship between hairdressers and their customers may help curb domestic abuse and sexual assault. Salon workers are required to take one hour of training every two years to know the signs and provide resources to help clients. Without the training, cosmetologists, hairstylists, nail technicians and aestheticians will not be able to renew their licenses.

Angela Smith, a Chicago hairstylist, has heard many whispers of mistreatment by spouses or partners, of being choked, chased or emotionally abused.

“Everybody doesn’t talk, but once you build a relationship, it comes up,” she says.

The law does not require salon workers to act on their suspicions, but helps them to recognize warning signs and be equipped to pass along helpful information. Available support includes hotlines, safe houses, restraining orders and access to legal professionals.

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Yeefung General Manager Wu Hao says that the company developed the robot in response to limited parking in big cities worldwide, increasing efficiency by 20 to 40 percent. China has about 172 million vehicles on the road and projects that number to increase to 250 million by 2020.

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Recognition helps. In the North and West, it’s usually a shrub; in the East, Midwest and South, a vine. Watch out for a cluster of three leaves; the color changes seasonally.

For outdoor walks or hikes, maximize skin protection by wearing longsleeved shirts, hats, rubber gloves, socks and closed-toe shoes. Also thoroughly rinse skin that may have come into contact with poison ivy in lukewarm soapy water using a washcloth or hand towel for friction as soon as possible to remove the damaging oil (video at Tinyurl.com/Wash-Off-Poison-Ivy). n Stay watchful; a rash sometimes doesn’t appear for 12 to 72 hours after contact (aad.org). n If a rash develops, soak in cool water baths containing an oatmeal-based product like Aveeno or oatmeal soap. n Lavender, peppermint, tea tree, Roman chamomile, myrrh, eucalyptus and cypress essential oils all offer anti-inflammatory and other soothing properties (recipes at NewHealthAdvisor.com/Essential-Oils-for-Poison-Ivy.html)

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Ongoing pain can affect all facets of a person’s life, and the quest for relief can be frustrating or even fatal, as using prescription pain medicines can have serious consequences, including addiction. But a specialized physical rehabilitation technique known as Rolfing can relieve chronic pain and restricted

movement naturally, without the scary side effects, says Sharalee Hoelscher, a certified Rolfer who practices in the Pensacola area.

The goal of Rolfing is to get people moving freely without pain by addressing its source, she says. “Many times, pain in one area of the body is caused either by a problem in another area of the body or by the body compensating for imbalances, old injuries or surgeries. If there is only temporary or partial relief from therapies, adjustments or

medications, then it is likely the source of pain has not been addressed. Rather than targeting the symptom, the source of pain must be treated for pain to end.”

Hoelscher is the Pensacola area’s only certified Rolfer, having trained at the Rolf Institute.

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Among the problems it addresses are back, neck and joint pain; painful, restricted movement; plantar fasciitis; poor posture; chronic muscle tension; repetitive stress injuries; headaches; and problems with the shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, ankles and feet.

The key to permanently eliminating many types of pain is resolving imbalances in the body’s tissues that hold the muscles, bones and joints in the correct position and keep them moving properly, Hoelscher says.

“When a joint is misaligned or a muscle is stuck to its neighbor, it causes unequal pulling on the body.

Other bones, muscles and tissues must compensate, and pain usually results,” she says. “Pain may actually be caused by a long-forgotten injury, accident or surgery. Rolfing restores optimal function to the body by working with the ligaments, tendons and other tissue that supports joints, organs and muscles.

This is not a massage. Massage relaxes muscle. Rolfing permanently changes the way the body is aligned and how it moves, balances and supports itself.”

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Q: What is a cannabinoid?

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Cannabinoids also naturally exist via direct relation to the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) which is a group of endogenous cannabinoid receptors located in the mammalian brain and throughout the central and peripheral nervous systems. Researchers have identified two distinctive cannabinoid receptors naturally present within cell membranes: CB1, predominantly present in the nervous system, connective tissues, glands and organs; and CB2, predominantly found in the immune system and its associated structures. Tissues throughout the body contain both CB1 and CB2 receptors, each linked to a different action.

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treated in emergency rooms for misusing prescription opioids, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

A majority of Americans feel pain on a daily basis.

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Such statistics expose the magnitude of the problem of chronic pain. “It’s daunting, but there are many natural ways to address it that are inexpensive, effective and with what I call side benefits rather than negative side effects,” says Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, of Kona, Hawaii, author of the smartphone app Cures A-Z. Complementary, integrative or functional medicine, all names for a holistic approach to health care, offer a comforting wealth of gentle ways to address chronic pain, most of which the vast majority of conventional medical doctors are unaware, says Daniel Cherkin, Ph.D., senior investigator emeritus with the Group Health Research Institute, at the University of Washington, in Seattle.

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ccording to the National Center for Health Statistics, 25 percent of Americans, or 76.2 million, are suffering from pain that lasts more than 24 hours at this very moment: Ouch!

Lower back pain alone keeps Americans from going to work a total of 149 million days each year, costing the U.S. economy $100 to $200 billion, reports the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Other common types of chronic pain affect musculoskeletal tissues, knees, hips or the neck. Migraines and severe headaches plague 16.6 percent of adults over 18, per a National Health and Nutrition Survey. Neurological discomfort can reach as high as 12.4 percent, estimates a study from the Mayo Clinic, in Rochester, Minnesota. Even visceral or organ pain associated with heart disease, cancer and pelvic diseases occur in at least 20 percent of the global population, according

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to the International Association for the Study of Pain, in Seattle.

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Unfortunately, conventional medicine often has little to offer most pain patients. Even for something as pervasive as back pain, surgery and steroid injections are usually an unsatisfactory first line of defense, having mixed results at best, seconded by prescriptions for addictive opioid painkillers.

Dr. Nora D. Vokov, director of the National Institute of Drug Abuse, told the U.S. Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control in 2014 that there were an estimated 2.1 million people in the U.S. suffering from substance abuse disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers in 2012. The problem is worsening. Every day, 1,000 people are

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“Effective natural treatments include yoga, acupuncture, chiropractic, meditation, lifestyle changes and exercise,” notes Cherkin. “But since they’re not in most doctors’ medical training or learned repertoire for pain relief, patients aren’t offered the opportunity to try them.”

What Helps Relieve Pain

Here are just some of the many natural and affordable forms of pain relief.

Try the Yass method: Mitchell Yass, Ph.D., of St. John’s, Florida, author of The Pain Cure Rx, is busting the myth that musculoskeletal pain is often caused by osteoarthritis. “Arthritis or joint deterioration is rarely the cause of joint pain,” says Yass. He points out that 90 percent of people over 60 have herniated discs, but no associated pain.

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Yass treats patients based on his observation that in up to 98 percent of the cases he sees, weak muscles are the underlying cause of joint pain, and strengthening them provides relief. He says his prescribed exercises are usually effective in days or a few weeks.

“Pain is an indication of tissue in distress. For example, pain in the shoulder area is often an impingement of the bicep,” he says. His prescription is strengthening exercises using hand weights for the trapezoid, tricep and serratus anterior muscles. His book suggests a detailed self-diagnosis program and the necessary exercises to strengthen muscles and relieve joint pain (more at Tinyurl.com/YassIntroInfo).

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Address underlying trauma: Osteopath Maud Nerman, of Novato, California, author of Healing Pain and Injury, has broad experience in treating neurological problems and brain injuries and often focuses on physical and emotional trauma as an underlying cause of chronic pain.

She explains that the autonomic nervous system that directs unconscious body functions like breathing, digestion and heartbeat is interrupted by such trauma.

“Trauma literally shocks the nervous system,” she says. “The body cannot turn off the ‘fight-or-flight’ reaction, causing a firestorm of inflammation that can lead to a variety of serious diseases, overwhelming the body’s ability to manage its own healing.” Her work has showed how readjusting the body, restoring breathing and reactivating the autonomic nervous system can provide relief in short order.

Consider lifestyle, diet and supplements: “Pain is like the ‘check oil’ light on a car’s dashboard. It signals that something needs attention,” says Teitelbaum, author of Pain Free 1-23. “If the oil light goes on, putting a Band-Aid over it or smashing it with a hammer won’t help.”

Teitelbaum recommends an energy optimization approach he dubs SHINE that addresses underlying causes of chronic pain that has worked for 91 percent of the people he’s treated for fibromyalgia and muscle pain.

Sleep—Eight to nine hours a night helps replenish energy and heal muscles.

Hormones—Treat hormone imbalances even if lab tests are “normal”.

Immunity—Dysfunctional immune

systems and persistent infections can lead to chronic pain.

Nutrition—In Teitelbaum’s studies, op-

timizing nutritional support, especially B vitamins, vitamin D, ribose, coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and magnesium, was helpful. A healthy, high protein, low sugar diet is effectively complemented by a variety of herbs and nutrients, primarily curcumin, boswellia, willow bark and fish oil, nutrients that widespread studies show stop pain better than pharmaceuticals. He’s also a strong proponent of eliminating sugar entirely because it causes inflammation.

Exercise—Daily exercise speeds the healing process and after 10 weeks following the first four SHINE steps, will increase the capacity to exercise.

For migraines, Teitelbaum advocates vitamin B2 (riboflavin). Numerous studies support the effectiveness of dosages of 400 milligrams per day to prevent migraines. After just six weeks of use, a German study published in the European Journal of Neurology shows thats taking a daily riboflavin supplement cut the number of migraine days in half for participants and significantly reduced the amount of migraine medication needed.

Tap for Relief: Also known as the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Tapping Solutions founder Nick Ortner, of Newtown, Connecticut, says “Tapping sends a calming signal to the amygdala in the brain, turning off the fight or flight stress response and allowing the body to heal.” The physical tapping opens up the body’s energy meridians and allows them to relax so the natural healing process can take place, Ortner explains.

EFT combines tapping on specific body points while repeating appropriate affirmative statements such as: “Even though I have this [pain], I love, accept and forgive myself.”

He recalls a woman that arrived at a seminar he led with a toothache that had lasted for years. Doctors had done X-rays, seen an infection and prescribed antibiotics to no good effect. He asked her if she recalled when the pain began; without hesitation, she answered, “When my mother passed away unexpectedly.”

“So we started working together and the pain reduced significantly right away and eventually disappeared completely,” says Ortner. A follow-up with her dentist showed no sign of the former problem.

Up to now, the EFT research is positive. One study from the Energy Medicine University, in Mill Valley, California, found it helped people with chronic pain (some coping with severe fatigue and fibromyalgia) feel physically and emotionally better in as little as a month; another from the Foundation

Yogic Breathing Brings Relief

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n ancient yogic breathing practice, or pranayama, is used to rebalance the autonomic nervous system.

Dr. Maud Nerman strongly recommends alternate nostril breathing for those that experience chronic pain caused by physical or emotional trauma.

Here’s a basic practice: n After folding the middle two fingers of the right hand down, press the right nostril closed. n Inhale to the count of four. n Hold both nostrils closed for a count of eight. n Release the right nostril and exhale to a count of eight. n Repeat on the other side. n Continue for at least three minutes, alternating sides throughout. natural awakenings

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Trauma literally shocks the nervous system. The body cannot turn off the “fight-or-flight” reaction, causing a firestorm of inflammation... for Epigenetic Medicine, in Santa Rosa, California, showed substantially reduced trauma in institutionalized abused teenagers after just one EFT session.

Meditation vs. Medication:

Meditation may not resolve the underlying cause of chronic pain, but research from the University of Alabama demonstrates it can interrupt pain signals to the brain. It’s at least as effective as opioid painkillers in relieving chronic pain, according to a study led by Cherkin at the University of Washington.

His team’s 342 subjects that had experienced back pain weekly for at least a year were offered either eight meditation and yoga classes, eight cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) sessions or just keeping up their own regular daily routines that did not include yoga and meditation. The results, recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, confirm what numerous other studies have reported: 44 percent experienced a “meaningful reduction” in pain within six months of the meditation or CBT sessions, equal to results reported by people taking addictive opioid pharmaceuticals. More, the pain relief continued for up to two years, even if the subjects stopped doing actual sitting meditation.

“Meditation changes the way people think about pain and how they develop skills to keep it from becoming a major focus in their lives,” observes Cherkin.

Regardless of the mechanism, experts in a holistic approach to chronic pain relief agree that encouraging self-control, self-determination and self-empowerment makes a huge difference in patients’ abilities to control pain more naturally and effectively.

Kathleen Barnes is author of numerous natural health books, including Our Toxic World: A Survivor’s Guide. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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ractitioners of myofascial release address the kind of pain that often doesn’t show up on x-rays, CT scans or other medical imaging. Trauma, inflammation and surgery, for example, are thought to cause painful restrictions in the fascia, the thin web of connective tissue that surrounds the muscles and organs. Myofascial release is a natural way to ease those restrictions and thus the pain.

Janet Hardy, who practices the John F. Barnes method of myofascial release at Caring Touch in Santa Rosa Beach, says the technique helps fix more than pain and tight muscles.

It also boosts the flow of blood and lymph, helps organs function at their best, and provides relief from stress, including post-traumatic stress.

John F. Barnes, a physical therapist with practices in Pennsylvania and Arizona, is considered a founder of this technique. He developed his Myofascial Release Approach in the 1970s and has trained more than 100,000 therapists and doctors in this gentle, hands-on method for evaluating and treating pain and dysfunction.

“Dr. Paul Standley of the Univer sity of Arizona has shown that myofascial release therapy, as taught by John F. Barnes, releases interleukin proteins, such as IL8, which is one of the body's natural anti-inflammatories, and IL3,

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which produces white blood cells that help with healing,” Hardy says.

Myofascial release is performed directly on the skin, without oils, creams or machinery.

“This enables the therapist to accurately detect fascial restrictions and apply the appropriate amount of sustained pressure to facilitate release of the fascia,” according to MyofascialRelease.com.

The number of treatments required varies according to the patient, Hardy says. “Some patients feel some relief after one session, while others require regular treatments and can then begin tapering off.” One difference maker is the patient’s involvement in his or her healing, she adds. “If the patient is active in their own home therapy which is suggested after treatments, the treatment time frame can be reduced.”

According MyofascialRelease. com, this natural technique for healing “has exploded on the therapeutic scene with an unprecedented impact and is recognized as the most effective form of healthcare therapy.”

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Janet Hardy, LMT, Myofascial Release Therapist Expert Level at 850-231-9131 or Caring TouchTherapy.net. See ad, page 10.

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How to Tap Away Pain

apping, or Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), soothes the body by turning off the “fight or flight” stress response that can cause inflammation and worsen pain, according to Tapping Solutions founder Nick Ortner, of Newtown, Connecticut. Here’s how to do it:

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Compose a statement about it (e.g., “Even though I have intense neck pain today, I deeply and completely accept myself”).

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Using one or two fingers on one hand, tap the “karate chop” area on the outer edge of the other hand while repeating the statement three times.

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While repeating, e.g., “intense neck pain,” using firm, but gentle pressure, use either two or four fingers to tap these areas, on either side, five to seven times in sequences as follows:

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of Epidemiology, researchers followed 243 shingles patients in 22 general practices in London with a control group of 483 individuals with no history of the ailment.

Those eating less than one piece of fruit a week had more than three times the risk of herpes zoster versus those eating more than three a day. The same pattern occurred when they looked at combined fruit and vegetable intake.

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ne in three people will develop Vitamin C Therapy: According shingles (Herpes zoster) during to Dr. Thomas E. Levy, vitamin their lifetime. Although the C has been successfully used in painful skin eruptions last only a few treating shingles’ skin rash and weeks, chronic pain can persist for blisters. In one study by Dr. Frederick several months and seriously impair Klenner, eight such patients received quality of life long after the red rash 2,000 to 3,000 milligrams (mg) of marks disappear. vitamin C by injection every 12 hours, Also concerning is that the rate supplemented by 1,000 mg in fruit of shingles is on the rise, according to juice every two hours. Seven reported a multidisciplinary review of relevant complete pain relief within two hours literature by PLOS, a nonprofit openof the first of five to seven injections. access science publisher. The cause As early as the mid-20th century, may be widespread use of the chickena study by Dr. Mohammed Zureick of pox vaccine. A decade-long Australian 327 shingles patients demonstrated that study published in the Medical Journal vitamin C injections effected complete of Australia showed that as its use rose, resolution of the outbreaks in all of so did the incidence of shingles. them within 72 hours.

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far more serious than chicken pox. Dr. Fruits and Vegetables: Diets Joseph Mercola, founder of the healthlow in micronutrients includcare website Mercola.com, reports ing vitamins, minerals and shingles can also lead to neuropathy, antioxidants can increase the meningitis, hearing loss and blindness. risk by depressing the immune system.

Fortunately, there are six safe and effective drug- and vaccine-free ways to In a British community-based study published in the International Journal prevent shingles or ease symptoms.

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Capsaicin: Postherpetic neuralgia is a complication of shingles that can last long after initial symptoms disappear. Topical capsaicin, the spicy compound in hot peppers, may be an effective treatment.

In a double-blind study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 32 elderly patients with chronic postherpetic neuralgia were treated with either capsaicin cream or a placebo. After six weeks, almost 80 percent of capsaicin-treated patients experienced relief. The researchers noted that because capsaicin avoids problems with drug interactions and systemic toxicity, it should be considered a first choice in management.

A study of 143 Canadian patients in Clinical Therapeutics yielded similar results. Then, in a two-year followup of 77 of the patients, 86 percent showed continued benefits from the single six-week trial with no serious adverse effects.

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Acupuncture: In a Chinese study of acute shingles cases in the journal Zhongguo Zhen Jiu, 72 patients were randomly divided into two groups. One received acupuncture around the margins of the outbreak. The others received acupuncture plus moxibustion—a traditional Chinese therapy that burns dried mugwort near the skin—of the area around the needling. The acupuncture group had a relief rate of 85.3 percent, with the cessation of herpes eruptions, quicker scab healing and reduced residual neuralgia. Moxibustion-treated patients were cured within three days with a rate of 97.4 percent.

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Tai Chi: A study in the Journal of the American Geriatric Society found that tai chi boosts immunity to the varicella zoster virus. In a randomized trial of 112 healthy adults, one group did tai chi for 25 weeks while another received health education. After 16 weeks all were vaccinated with VARIVAX, the live, attenuated Oka/ Merck varicella zoster virus vaccine.

Results showed the tai chi group had nearly twice the levels of cell-mediated immunity to the virus compared to the control group; tai chi alone increased immunity about as much as the shingles vaccine plus yielded significant improvements in physical functioning, bodily pain, vitality and mental health.

In a University of California-Los Angeles study, 36 men and women over 60 were assigned either to a tai chi or control group. For 15 weeks, the tai chi practitioners received three, 45-minute instruction classes a week; their cellmediated immunity to the varicella zoster virus rose 50 percent plus they experienced significant improvements in physical functioning.

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Light Therapy: In a study published in Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 25 patients with severe pain in the first week of zoster rash were divided into a prevention group (receiving the drug acyclovir for

10 days, plus UVB light therapy three times a week until pain relief was reached or a maximum of 15 sessions); a control group received just the drug.

After one month, 58.3 percent of the light therapy patients were painfree, compared to 38.5 percent of the drug group. At three months, the ratios rose to 83.3 percent versus 53.8. The researchers concluded that UVB phototherapy in the acute stage of shingles might reduce the incidence and severity of lingering neuralgia.

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Meet the New “Pickleball” You may not have heard of it yet, but pickleball is a mixture of tennis, squash and table tennis, and it’s one of the fastestgrowing sports in the country. The USA Pickleball Association (USAPA) at usapa.org estimates that 2.5 million players are active now, with the number expected to multiply to 8 million by next year.

Regulation tennis courts especially marked for pickleball facilitate its smaller, 20-by-44-foot playing area. The need for less running about appeals to older players and others, as does the distinctive thud when the hard paddle hits the plastic ball. (Sample video at Tinyurl.com/Winning PickleballShot.)

Christine Barksdale, 48, of Vancouver, Washington, USAPA’s managing director of competition and athlete services, played league tennis from childhood into adulthood until she transferred her passion to pickleball. She assesses that half of participants are “totally focused on pickleball,” while the rest see it as a way to improve their volleying skills for tennis. “It definitely improves reflexes. It’s easy for beginners to pick it up and have fun.” It also introduces kids to racquet sports.

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Tennis Goes Cardio

Participants of Cardio Tennis, a Tennis Industry Association program, benefit from high-intensity, aerobic, interval training, using functional movement to run to return shots and move around the court in preparatory footwork drills. It also increases stamina and endurance, which enhances both regular tennis performance and overall fitness.

According to CardioTennis.com (which includes a sample video), men can burn between 500 and 1,000 calories in one, hour-long class; women, between 300 and 500.

Estimates put the number of players currently engaging in such clinics at 1.82 million nationwide.

“Tennis is a chief component of Cardio Tennis, but it’s much more. It’s a group fitness activity, a major workout that increases the heart rate,” says Chris Ojakian, a global Cardio Tennis trainer and executive director of racquet sports with Elite Racquet Sports, of Marina del Rey, California. They manage and operate tennis programs at facilities nationwide.

A session often consists of a five-to-seven-minute dynamic warm-up including stretching, tossing tennis balls and light tennis play; more tennis lasting 10 to 12 min-

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Stretching the shoulders before playing is advised by licensed sports massage therapist Brian Horner, who works with athletes at pickleball, tennis, racquetball and beach volleyball tournaments in Arizona, California and elsewhere. The shoulder is like the handle of a whip in these sports, says Horner, who authored the new ebook Complete Guide to Winning Pickleball (PickleballTournaments.com).

“If it isn’t operating normally, when more pressure is applied it can strain the elbow and wrist.” Swimming, especially backstrokes, is advised because therapists regard water as a friend of shoulders.

“Sixty to 70 percent of the people that play [here] are retired,” says Steve Munro, owner of the West View Tennis Center, in Morgantown, West Virginia. He also sees the sport as a nice transition for older tennis players.

Pickleball was invented in Washington’s Bainbridge Island in 1965 by then Congressman Joel Pritchard and businessman Bill Bell. Along with the Pacific Northwest, some other major pockets of popularity include Chicago, Phoenix, southern Utah, Orange County, California; and Collier, Lee and Miami-Dade counties, in Florida.

Sideline drills enhance skills during Cardio Tennis sessions. utes, including “cardio blast” sideline activities like quick footwork drills and jumping jacks when changing sides; 30 minutes of point-based tennis games with constant rotation of players and more cardio blasts; and a five-to10-minute cool down.

“Participants are moving during the times they’d be waiting their turn to hit the ball in regular tennis clinics, and it works on the kind of quick footwork that’s done in competition,” explains Ojakian, the 2011 U.S. Professional Tennis Association California Pro of the Year.

Sessions, which also include party music and heart rate monitors, are “so fast paced and fun, people often can’t believe when they’re over,” he enthuses. “It accomplishes so much in one hour.”

Larry Carlat, of Venice, California, editor in chief of PurpleClover.com, credits participating in Cardio Tennis sessions with Ojakian twice a week and a healthier diet in the last three-plus years for losing 25 pounds. “You’re never standing still for more than a couple of seconds, and my footwork has improved,” says the 20-year tennis player.

“Chris also provides tennis tips during classes. It’s fun and run!”

Randy Kambic, in Estero, FL, is a freelance editor and writer, including for Natural Awakenings magazine.

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and garlic. “The bread slices should be big enough to manage on the grill grates with long-handled grill tongs,” she says. “Simply cook on each side until the bread has good grill marks, then add toppings.”

For flatbread, Fertig suggests starting with a pound of fresh pizza dough—healthy grain, if preferred— cut into four pieces. Pat each piece into an oval on a floured surface. “The good thing about flatbread is that it can be just about any shape, so the pressure is off to make it perfectly round.” Brush each oval with olive oil before transferring it directly onto the hot grill grate. When the dough bubbles up like a pancake, turn it with grill tongs and cook the other side.

Then top the grilled flatbread with mixtures like honey, pistachios and chive blossoms or freshly chopped herbs and grated pecorino cheese.

“Grilled flatbread can go vegan, vegetarian or ‘omnivore-ean’,” she says.

Tiny Pizzas with Big Flavor

by Claire O’Neil ummer is high season for grilling when just about anything sizzled over high heat tastes great. Grill masters Karen Adler and Judith Fertig recently put this theory to the test when they fired up their grills—gas and charcoal—to cook bruschetta, panini, flatbreads and pizzas. The results tasted so good that they created a cookbook: Patio Pizzeria: Artisan Pizza and Flatbreads on the Grill.

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Another variation is to step up from flatbread to small, individual pizzas, or pizzettes. For this, use the same fresh pizza dough, but roll it into four perfect rounds. One by one, the rounds go on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brushed with olive oil.

“Placing the dough on the oiled parchment paper first and then flipping it upside-down on the grill grates helps keep the dough’s shape better than placing it directly on the grates by hand. This quick flip-and-peel motion is easy once you do it a time or two.

Keeping the pizzas small also makes them easier to maneuver on the grill,” advises Adler. After each pizzette bubbles up like a pancake, it needs to be turned and moved to the indirect, or no-heat, side of the grill. There, it gets pizza toppings and can sit for a while with the grill lid closed, so the toppings melt.

Served with a fresh salad or summer fruit, a flatbread or pizzette makes for a perfect summer meal on the grill.

Claire O’Neil is a freelance writer in Kansas City, MO.

Pizzeria Recipes

Baby Arugula, Ricotta, Sea Salt and Olive Oil Pizzas Yields: 4 (6-to-8-inch) pizza servings

Fresh baby arugula on top gives this pizza a fresh first bite, with creamy, tangy, salty and grill-icious to follow.

1 cup ricotta cheese ¼ tsp dried red pepper flakes

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush olive oil into a circle that’s a little larger than a pizza, and then place a pizza on the oiled circle. Brush the top of the pizza with olive oil.

Lift the pizza by holding the ends of the parchment paper. At a height of about 6 inches above the grill, flip the circle of dough onto the hot side of the grill grates. Quickly peel off the parchment and close the lid.

Grill the pizza for 2 to 3 minutes, or until it has good grill marks.

Turn the pizza with tongs and move it to the indirect side. Spread the pizza with one-quarter of the ricotta and sprinkle with onequarter of the Pecorino Romano.

Cover and grill for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.

Repeat the process with the other pizzas. To serve, top each pizza with 1 cup of arugula.

2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil ¼ tsp coarse sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 lb prepared pizza dough, garlic and herb-flavored, if possible; whole wheat, natural grain or gluten-free if preferred Unbleached all-purpose or gluten-free flour for rolling out and dusting Extra-virgin olive oil for brushing ¼ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese 4 cups baby arugula (about 6 oz)

Stir together the ricotta, red pepper flakes and olive oil in a small bowl and adjust the seasonings to taste.

Set aside.

Prepare an indirect medium-hot fire in the grill, with heat on one side and no heat on the other.

Divide the dough into four portions.

On a floured surface, pat or roll each portion into a 6-to-8-inchdiameter circle.

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Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the wilted broccoli rabe on each bruschetta and serve warm.

Thai Shrimp Pizzettes with Coconut and Chiles

Broccoli Rabe and Garlic Bruschetta Yields: 8 servings

Hearty greens such as broccoli rabe, kale, Swiss chard and spinach are interchangeable here. A quick sauté until greens are wilted keeps dark colors brilliant. Pile the greens, still dripping with olive oil, atop the toasted bread for an appetizer or delicious side with pasta or pizza.

For the sautéed broccoli rabe: 8 oz broccoli rabe, chopped 1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 /8 tsp kosher or sea salt Pinch of red pepper flakes (less than 1/8 tsp)

For the bruschetta: 8 slices (½-inch-thick) of Italian country (or gluten-free) bread 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

For the sautéed broccoli rabe, in a large skillet on the stovetop, heat 2 tablespoons of water and add the broccoli rabe and garlic. Cook until soft, 6 to 8 minutes. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with the red pepper flakes and salt. Adjust the seasonings to taste.

For the bruschetta, prepare a medium-hot fire in the grill. Brush each slice with the olive oil and grill 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until it has good grill marks.

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Yields: 4 (6-to-8-inch) pizza servings

Green curry paste, available in the Asian section of the grocery, contains green chiles, lemongrass and other tasty seasonings. Ingredients include enough shrimp for nibbling before scattering the bulk of them on the pizzettes.

For the green curry coconut sauce: 1 cup fresh or canned coconut milk, well shaken 2 tsp green curry paste Juice of 1 lime (about 1 Tbsp)

For the shrimp pizzettes: 1 lb large shrimp (31 to 35), peeled and deveined Extra-virgin olive oil for brushing 1 lb prepared pizza dough, whole wheat, natural grain or gluten-free if preferred Unbleached all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour for rolling out and dusting ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

For the green curry coconut sauce, stir together the coconut milk, green curry paste and lime juice in small bowl. Set aside.

For the shrimp pizzettes, soak 8 (12inch) bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare an indirect medium-hot fire in the grill, with heat on one side and no heat on the other.

Thread the shrimp onto the prepared skewers and brush with olive oil.

Grill shrimp over direct heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until firm, opaque and pink.

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Divide the dough into four portions.

On a floured surface, pat or roll each portion into a 6-to-8-inch-diameter circle.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush olive oil into a circle that’s a little larger than a pizza, and then place a pizza on the oiled circle. Brush the top of the pizza with olive oil.

Lift the pizza by holding the ends of the parchment paper. At a height of about 6 inches above the grill, flip the circle of dough onto the hot side of the grill grates. Quickly peel off the parchment and close the lid. Grill the pizza base for 2 to 3 minutes, or until it has good grill marks. Turn the pizza with tongs and move it to the indirect heat side.

Spread the pizza with one-quarter of the green curry coconut sauce. Cover and grill for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, or until the topping has melted.

Repeat the process with the other pizzas. To serve, top each pizza with grilled shrimp and cilantro.

Source: Patio Pizzeria, by Karen Adler and Judith Fertig; adapted, with the permission of Running Press.

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orn and raised in the Midwest, actress Molly Hagan moved west in the 1980s to pursue her dream of an acting career. Her childhood home was located alongside farmland that ended up being sold and quarried for limestone. “They kept buying more acreage and infringing on our life and landscape. It was hideous, and led me to want to conserve and protect the land and its beauty,” says Hagan.

Committed to realizing her professional goals, she’s also dedicated to living eco-consciously and furthering conservation causes. Hagan lives with her partner, archaeologist Richard Guttenberg, in an energy-efficient home below the San Gabriel mountains in Altadena, California.

During her 30-plus-year acting career, Hagan has appeared in more than 30 films, including the classics Code of Silence, Some Kind of Wonderful, Sully and Election. Her many TV episode credits include Star Trek Deep Space Nine, Columbo, Friends, Seinfeld, The Golden Girls, Grey’s Anatomy and Bones; she was a regular on the popular Herman’s Head and beloved Unfabulous.

With so many dimensions to sustainability, what issue most moves you to make green lifestyle choices?

My chief concern is overpopulation.

The most conscious environmental decision I ever made was not to have

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children; my decision is in no way a judgment on those that do. But I believe the warming world is grossly overpopulated, causing resources to become precious, and we must make ever wiser choices.

What are some of the conservation steps you have taken in your home and garden?

When I had the means, I bought bigticket items to conserve electricity, like a Sun Frost refrigerator. When money was tight, I focused more on little things, like energy-efficient light bulbs, composting and recycling.

When we bought our small home in sunny Southern California three years ago, we tore out the lawn and irrigation system and planted mostly native plants that require little to no watering.

We have an organic vegetable garden, which we hand water using rainwater captured in rain barrels. We also capture our shower water and use it to water plants in summer and flush toilets in winter. Our house had no heating or cooling system, so we invested in ductless split-system heat pumps that cool and heat very efficiently.

We knew we needed to do more, so we met with a home energy consultant. We followed through with doable improvements like chimney balloons, painting our flat roof with a reflective coating and weatherproofing windows and doors, while we saved toward doing

more big things. Last year, we were able to take the plunge and installed recessed LED lighting, upgraded all our windows and doors and insulated our home’s ceilings and floors. We also repurposed material saved from my former yoga studio for the flooring.

The insulation has reduced our air conditioning use by 70 percent; despite living in the scorching San Gabriel Valley with little shade cover, we rarely have to turn it on. Our winter electricity bill is down 40 percent, so we’re already seeing a return on our investments, in addition to reducing our carbon footprint.

We know we can still do more.

We dream of going solar and adding a water reuse system. Next, we want to get everyone involved in planting trees in our neighborhood.

Because living in a sprawling city or suburb can raise our everyday transportation footprint, how do you minimize your driving?

It’s tough to have a small transportation footprint in Los Angeles. I took the bus a couple of times when I moved here, but it was difficult to make timesensitive shoots and auditions. Luckily, nearly everything I need is near our home, and I try not to travel far unless I’m auditioning.

I’ve always bought small cars to save gas. I bought the first electric hybrid made by Honda, their futuristiclooking Insight. My last three cars have been a hybrid Toyota Prius.

Do you try to use your public profile to advocate for change?

I’ve always focused on what I can do in my life to live simply and cleanly. The choices I’ve made come from my heart.

I don’t carry statistics in my head, can’t quote experts and don’t consider myself an activist. I read up on eco-issues, get a visceral sense of what is right, and then try to lead by example. For example, after we tore out our water- and chemical-hungry lawn, our neighbors on both sides tore out theirs. It’s a simple, but powerful act.

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hat is being a father? It’s, at least in part, about beginning. It is rejuvenating to locate ourself near the start of a child’s life. There are so many chances to get it right. The thought that we might also get it wrong flits across our mind, but it’s gone before we can even shiver at its presence. It’s also about returning to that question again and again, each time failing to acquire additional insight.

“What isn’t being a father?” is a better question. Being a father isn’t indifference, but neither is it a steady stream of calm wisdom or a place of consistent self-control or a clearly delineated set of exercises engineered to help produce self-knowledge in offspring. Bridges are engineered. We stare into our little one’s eyes, beaming thoughts that we hope are received, translated and appreciated, waiting for a beam to come back to us.

Child rearing is worked toward, clumsily, imperfectly, with a deep and near religious faith in trial and error. Children are refined over time with the assistance of many imperfect philosophies.

When our second child opted in, my wife and I compared baby pictures of the two boys. “They look different,” I said.

“That’s not why I’m looking at them,” she said. “I want to remember this.” I remember looking at the pictures with her only because she has told me about it.

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that I could not have imagined five seconds before they occurred. Afterwards, I knew I would never be the same again. But I was.

As children grow, they are not the same again. Parenting boys instead of babies is already a grand departure from everything I have learned up until now and I am just coming to see that it will always be this way. Recently, in trying to figure out when a man that is not a father becomes a man that is a father, I remarked to my sons, “Even though I know being a father has changed me forever, I remember certain things that happened, but not as many as I would have thought.”

My older son explained, “Maybe it’s because you are thinking of us more than yourself. Maybe you want time to pass so we can get to the next thing in our lives.”

My younger son zeroed in, “The problem is that you think it’s parenting when really it’s childing.”

He’s right. What is being a father?

It’s letting someone else be a child.

It’s suffering through certain kinds of abstract pain so that they don’t. It’s bearing the brunt of disappointments so that they can go on feeling invincible.

It’s teaching how to forget as much as it is teaching how to remember… but it is still very near the beginning.

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“How can you begin to limit kids’ screen time when teachers are increasingly using media?” queries Pediatrician Corinn Cross, who practices in Los Angeles. “It’s hard. None of us grew up with this level of technology, and it’s moving faster than any advice can.”

FAMILY SCREEN TIME How to Set Boundaries in the Digital Era

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According to a study by the Kaiser Family Foundation, 8-to-10-year-olds are daily exposed to nearly eight hours of on-

screen media and heavy media users are twice as likely to report poor grades.

Conscientious and concerned parents are setting limits on screen time and reclaiming family time. Experts, too, are working to define a “new healthy” at a time when many activities, from homework to shopping, are moving online.

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Cross co-authored the American Academy of Pediatrics’ (AAP) recently updated digital media guidelines, which shifted from strict time limits to greater flexibility for and within different age groups. For children under 18 months, the recommendation is to avoid media altogether outside of video chats with loved ones. In the older age ranges, the guidelines are less prescriptive and more about setting individual limits that ensure getting enough sleep and physical activity along with achieving other developmental needs.

Cross believes excessive screen time is particularly detrimental for younger kids that have fewer waking hours and more developing to do. “Toddlers don’t learn well from screens, so you will have limited return from using screens for education,” she observes.

Kathy Marrocco, an Oakland Township, Michigan, blogger with YourOrganicChild.com, initially worried about her kids’ potential adverse exposure to radiation from cell phone use. Her concern soon turned to other big impacts of digital media encroaching on their lives. She cites a study of 3,000 parents of

grade-school-aged kids, which found that nearly two-thirds of the children are using their devices at night instead of sleeping, with a corresponding drop in concentration, memory and energy.

Marrocco maintains firm boundaries with her daughter, 13, and son, 18, prohibiting the use of electronics at the kitchen table and in their rooms at night, in line with AAP recommendations. “They can only have devices in their room at night if they are in offline ‘airplane mode’ so they won’t be tempted to check or respond to incoming messages,” she says.

Kids don’t sleep well next to their phones, agrees Cross, a mother of three, ages 4, 6 and 8. “They have trouble falling and staying asleep.” She also doesn’t let her children use e-readers instead of books.

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Psychotherapist Nicholas Kardaras, Ph.D., an addiction expert and executive director of The Dunes, a rehab clinic in East Hampton, New York, is even firmer about screen time, having seen some kids go off the digital deep

Media and screens are best used purposefully, to achieve a specified goal. ~Corinn Cross end. Delaying the onset of screen exposure is the most critical step a parent can take, suggests Kardaras. “There’s no evidence to suggest media exposure is beneficial to child development. Most tech geniuses, including the founders of Google, Amazon and Apple, were not exposed to it until adolescence.

“Treating digital addiction is challenging because you can’t be digitally abstinent in this society,” he continues.

“Prevention is the key.”

Digital media abuse can have lasting developmental impacts, according to Kardaras, author of Glow Kids: How Screen Addiction is Hijacking our Kids and How to Break the Trance.

DrKardaras.com cites numerous studies on the effects of such intensive use, from increased prevalence of attention deficit disorder to higher rates of depression.

Brain imaging studies from institutions such as the medical schools at Indiana University and University of Utah have shown how heavy exposure to digital media has effects on the brain similar to substance addiction, reports Kardaras, affecting areas of the brain linked with functions like impulse control, brain connectivity and processing speed.

In his practice, red flags for potential digital addiction include strong reactions when devices are taken away, disinterest in “offline” activities, worsening of interpersonal relationships and dropping grades.

Modeling good practices is as important as monitoring kids’ behavior, suggests Cross. In her household, all electronic tablets and cell phones are kept in a drawer when not in use.

“If I have work to do or have to take a phone call, I’ll go to another room, then come back and be present with the kids,” she says. “Quality, face-toface time is important.”

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Four Ways to Set Digital Limits

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tell them to put their devices away,” advises Pediatrician Corinn Cross.

HealthyChildren.org/MediaUsePlan offers a free interactive online tool to create a personalized family media use plan.

If kids don’t comply with rules, Kathy Marrocco suggests turning the Wi-Fi off at night or taking away devices altogether. But don’t leave a void, cautions Cross. Substitute fun, fulfilling activities.

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eeping the family in sync about the amount of digital media use is challenging. Here are some expert tips on maintaining a healthy balance.

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Decide the ground rules — “Determine rules that make sense for everyone, and it’ll be much easier to get your kids on board, as they won’t see it as arbitrary when you

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Be wary of even “good” screen time — Test educational apps before approving them for kids to ensure their quality and so parents can help reinforce the learning, says Cross. She likes CommonSenseMedia. org for parental reviews and information to filter media of all kinds, from apps and games to TV shows.

Consider advocating for limiting screen time in local schools. “I asked

my boys’ elementary school not to give them portable devices until they were 10,” says Nicholas Kardaras, the father of 9-year-old twins.

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Watch out for rewards — Some screen time is more mesmerizing for kids than others, according to Kardaras, who treats such addictions. Most video games are designed on a variable reward schedule, similar to slot machines, which intentionally stimulates players to chase future rewards. Consider stricter limits on such media.

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Play first in the real world — Because it reduces overall exercise, screen overuse can contribute to obesity. Cross recommends prioritizing exercising before daily allotted screen time; after being online, it’s more difficult to engage kids in physical activity.

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Green Car Buying Tips Fuel Economy Plus Sales Incentives Equal Big Savings

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able in those categories,” says Sam Abuelsamid, senior research analyst at Navigant Research. “We expect that to change in the next couple of years, when vehicles like the hybrid Ford Explorer reach the public.” Navigant projects only 3.4 percent annual compounded growth in hybrid sales by 2025, but a much more robust 31 percent rise in battery-run electrics.

“Conventional hybrids without a plug no longer have the halo they once had,” says Bradley Berman, founder of HybridCars.com. “The cutting edge has moved to electric cars with ever-bigger battery packs and longer electric range. With gas prices at relatively low levels, the green car market remains a small niche.”

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hile some carmakers are filling showrooms with everlarger gas-guzzling sport utility vehicles (SUV) thanks to lower gas prices, some car buyers want to do just the opposite and go greener with their wheels. Fortunately, more eco-friendly options exist than ever before—many of which come with surprising personal benefits in addition to a cleaner, greener planet.

The green share of the U.S. auto market, combining battery electrics, hybrids and plug-in hybrids, peaked at

3.8 percent in 2013, according to the Automotive News Data Center. Despite a record 59 models available now, the share was just 2.87 percent in 2016.

As Millennials—the generation that could be buying 40 percent of all new vehicles by 2020—fully emerge into the marketplace, eco-car numbers could zoom, although some think it’s possible they’ll by shunning car purchases for car-sharing services.

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Many of the greener choices are now a tremendous bargain for consumers. The federal government currently offers a tax credit of up to $4,500 for electrified vehicles, and many states kick in with added subsidies. Highlights include maximums available for electric vehicles (EV) with big batteries: California, $1,500 in rebates, plus single-occupant use of the high-occupancy vehicle lanes; Colorado, $5,000; Connecticut, $3,000; Delaware, $2,200; Maryland, $3,000; Massachusetts, $2,500; Michigan, $2,500; Pennsylvania, $2,000; Rhode Island, $2,500; Texas, $2,500; and Utah, $750.

The Prius Prime is a prime example of the savings available. The acclaimed plug-in hybrid, with an electric range of 25 miles, starts at $27,100, before subsidies (starting prices are before destination costs). In California, it would be $21,100. This means this well-equipped plug-in hybrid is, for state purchasers, approximately $3,585 less than a base Prius liftback hybrid ($24,685). It’s a buyer’s market for green cars, as manufacturers incentivize them to meet federal and California fuel economy averages. Buyers are encouraged to act now before subsidies disappear.

Hyundai is taking an interesting approach with its green Ioniq line, offering, beginning this year, affordable battery electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of the same midsized car platform. “This is about freedom for the customer—they can choose the level of

Plug-in hybrid: Audi A3 e-tron

Chevrolet Bolt electrification that fits them,” says Mike O’Brien, Hyundai vice president of corporate and product planning.

The power (204 horsepower) and zeroto-60 mph time capability is similar to the Bolt, but the A3 offers a more sumptuous cabin and Audi’s celebrated driving dynamics. The electric range is a mere 16 miles, but 380 miles total using the 1.4-liter, four-cylinder gas engine. Prices start at $38,900, but it qualifies for a $4,500 federal tax credit and some state subsidies, too.

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Here are some more good choices.

Battery electric: Chevrolet Bolt

With the Bolt—GM’s first battery electric since the EV1—the buyer can get from zero to 60 miles per hour (mph) in 6.5 seconds from its 200-horsepower motor plus attain 238 miles of range from its huge, 60-kilowatt-hour battery, winning it 2017 Motor Trend Car of the Year, Green Car Journal’s 2017 Green Car of the Year and 2017 North American Car of the Year from a jury of automotive journalists. Prices start at $36,620, but subsidies can top $10,000.

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Hybrid car: Toyota Highlander

Mildly updated for 2017, the Highlander is the only three-row hybrid SUV currently available, making it worth considering. Good news includes a power increase in the 3.5-liter V-6 (to 306

Toyota Highlander horsepower), although there’s a small fueleconomy penalty. The hybrid is rated at 30 miles per gallon in the city, 28 highway and 29 combined. The bottom line cost starts at $36,270 without subsidies.

Other worthy cars: The fuel cellpowered Honda Clarity, Toyota Mirai and Hyundai Tucson (for southern Californians); any of the Ioniqs; the versatile plug-in hybrid Chevrolet Volt; and the quick BMW i3 and i8 and Tesla Model S if the budget allows.

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oint disease, specifically arthritis, is a common problem in dogs and cats, especially as they age. The causes are many and include obesity, inflammation, immune dysfunction and normal wear and tear in joints. Conventional therapies include steroids, non-steroidal medications, analgesic medications to control pain and surgery, when applicable.

Clinical signs of arthritis include joint stiffness, pain, difficulty getting up and down, a pet’s decreased desire to walk or exercise and increased aggression due to pain. Keep in mind that other causes may be misdiagnosed as “arthritis”, but are related to another disease.

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and finger joints by Dr. Vikas Sharma, of Chandigarh, India, may also be helpful for pets with joint injury and pain, according to The Arthritis Solution for Dogs & Cats (PetCareNaturally. com). Consult a holistic veterinarian for individual treatment options.

Arnica This is a mainstay of homeopathy, as noted in the New World Veterinary Repertory, and applies to anything related to bones and joints. It is useful for chronic arthritis, especially if the painful parts of the body seem to worsen when moved or touched.

Bryonia Alba It’s especially helpful for pets showing signs of stiffness and inflammation with pain made worse as the pet moves, especially when rising and lying down. Offset cold dry weather with warmth and humidification.

Discomfort is aggravated when the

affected body part is touched, bumped or moved about, which may spur aggressive behavior, so show tender care and respect. Relief typically comes when the pet rests the affected part.

Calcarea carbonica This remedy may ease deeply aching arthritis, particularly if bony or fibrous tissue has formed around joints. Avoid cold and dampness. Signs alerting a veterinarian to the problem may include muscle weakness, fatigue from exertion and a feeling of chilliness or sluggishness (these pets may also be hypothyroid).

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The practice of functional medicine teaches combinations of complementary therapies suited to the individual pet’s needs. Homeopathics can be a beneficial element in treating animals suffering from a variety of joint disorders.

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200-hour Yoga Teacher Training this Fall – 5:308:30pm. Sept 2017 - June 2018. Learn how to become a confident, knowledgeable teacher of the sacred practice of yoga. Your tuition includes 200 hours of Yoga Alliance accredited teacher training with qualified yoga instructors as well as unlimited yoga classes at Sunshine Yoga for the duration of the course. Studies include Yoga Philosophy, Anatomy & Physiology, the Chakra System, an introduction to styles including Ashtanga, Prenatal/ Postnatal, Kids Yoga, Bhakti and more. Contact Kim for more information. $2,850. Sunshine Yoga, 211-E Main Street, Destin. 850-687-8603. Kim@SunshineYogaStudio. com. SunshineYogaStudio.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 3 Reflexology Workshop – 8am-5pm. Learn how your body can affected through the reflex areas on the feet to balance all your body systems, organs, glands and body parts. Ingham Reflexology is an asset to family wellness and a great tool for therapists. 16 CEUs . $375 Must Pre-register. Bay Branch Estates, 28347 Turkey Branch Drive, Daphne, AL. 850-380-4943. laurieazzarella@gmail.com. reflexology-use.net.

DIY Candle Basics – 6:30-7:30pm. Standard candles are petroleum based with synthetic scents.

Learn how easy and inexpensive it is to create your own soy wax candles with essential oils. Bring your favorite container to turn into a candle for this handson DIY workshop. . $10. Esther’s Garden of Healing, 8184 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 504-499-3670. dianapereira@live.com. pereiraproduceandhealth. weebly.com.

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21 Summer Solstice Event with Alice McCall – 6-7:30 pm. This event will garner the Solstice energies and guide you to raise your vibration - providing increased forward momentum on your spiritual path. Teleconference; Reservations Required. Email alice@healingpath.info / call 850-585-5496. $20. via teleconference, 850-585-5896. AliceMcCall@ earthlink.net. HealingPath.info.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 22 Emotional Aromatherapy – 6:30-7:30pm. Understanding stress, anxious feelings and negative emotions and how it affect us physically - short term or long term. Learn how essential oils balance the emotions and moods from an anatomy perspective.

Esther’s Garden of Healing, 8184 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-499-3670. DianaPereira@live.com.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 24 Hand Reflexology with Essential Oils – 11am-12 pm. Discover the history of reflexology, supporting body systems with hand reflexology, and getting the most out of reflexology with essential oils plus techniques to complete hand reflexology on yourself or loved ones to maximize your essential oil use. Ever’mans Co-operative, 315 W Garden St, Pensacola. 850-499-3670. DianaPereira@live.com.

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Chakra Workshop: Express Yourself – 12:30-5:30 pm. Express Yourself: Unlock and Unblock the Chakra System w/Felicia McQuaid Understanding the chakras is key to personal development. In this workshop, you will gain understanding of this fascinating system of energy. Felicia McQuaid. $77.

Yoga Junkie, 1157 John Sims Parkway,, Niceville.

850-217-2771. Yoginifelicia@yahoo.com. TheHealingClinicFWB.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 29 Essential Oil News Report – 7-8:45pm. What’s new in the Young Living World of Essential Oils?

Come hear all about this year’s annual Convention, recent new essential oil research and experience the new products. $5.00 at the door. Unity of Pensacola Fellowship Hall, 716 North 9th Ave, Pensacola. 850380-4943. LaurieAzzarella@gmail.com. ReflexOIL-ogy.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 30 Detoxification & Body Wrap event – 6:30-8:30pm.

A discussion on gentle every day and quarterly cleansing to keep your body functioning at its best while enjoying an essential oil body wrap that will help you to detox while we discuss. Fee is $10 including wrap. Esther’s Garden of Healing, 8184 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-499-3670. DianaPereira@ live.com. PereiraProduceAndHealth.weebly.com.

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monday ZUMBA Fitness Class – 9-10am. Mon & Thurs 5:15-6:15pm. Shrink everything but your smile.

Let the music free your body. The ultimate dance fitness party will groove you into shape. Licensed ZUMBA® Instructor - Ivelysse Reed, Member of ZUMBA® Instructor Network (ZIN). $5 or Punch Card 6 Classes/$25. Frisbee Fitness Studio, 119 Truxton Avenue, Fort Walton Beach. 850-461-2220.

Email Dancenrg@outlook.com or website IReed.

Zumba.com Mommy and Me Yoga – 12-1pm. This mommy and baby gentle yoga class is designed to build strength and flexibility in your post-pregnancy body and is a supportive and nurturing environment for new mothers and babies ages 6 weeks to 12 months. $12. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Pkwy.

850-684-1065. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

Prenatal Yoga – 4:30-5:30pm. Prepare for the birth of your baby and work to alleviate pregnancyrelated discomforts by practicing gentle, modified yoga poses and breathing exercises. Appropriate for expectant mothers at all stages of pregnancy. $12.

Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Parkway, Navarre. 850-684-1065. NavarreLivingYoga@gmail. com. NavarreLivingYoga.com Yoga for the Spirit – 6:15-7pm. Yoga class combining postures of hatha yoga and spiritual awareness of the breath and energy. For those wishing to bring peacefulness and balance to their life. $15. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Parkway Suite 27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-543-1970. LightEnergyDancing@gmail.com. LightEnergyDancing.com.

tuesday Kids Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Your child will gain body awareness, improved concentration, selfconfidence, and self-love. They will learn tools

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Recommended for ages 6-11. $15/drop in or $50/ month, $80/6 week session, $40/siblings. Sunshine Yoga, 211-E Main Street, Destin. 850-687-8603.

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Evening Yoga for Meditation – 6:45-7:45pm. Class begins with a brief introduction to yoga and pranayama, followed by gentle yoga poses to prepare for meditation. Designed for 20-30 minutes of movement and breathing followed by a 10-20 minutes meditation.

Novice or seasoned practitioner, all are welcome to experience the life changing effects of meditation. $12. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Parkway.

850-684-1065. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

Meditation for World Peace – 7-9pm. Meditate for world peace and sharing. Music, massage therapy, intuitives and reiki. Crystal Cottage Peace Center, 7338 Highway 2301, Panama City. 850-763-4504. CrystalCottage.net. .

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Aerial Yoga – 9:30-10:45am. Explore yoga using an aerial yoga swing to deepen and enhance traditional yoga postures. Suitable for any skill level and it will offer physical benefits to enrich your yoga practice. Challenge yourself and come have fun on the swings while you build strength and discover new depths with balance, stability, and mobility.

Max of 8 students. No previous aerial or yoga experience is necessary. $16. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Pkwy. 850-684-1065. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

Yoga with Essential Oils – 10-11:15am. Students go through a specific set of Yoga postures. Young Living essential oils are used. Intention of class is to teach safe and proper alignment. All levels of practice welcome. Drop-in Fee. Dragonfly Yoga, 184 Brooks St. Bldg 2.850-217-2771 or yoginifelicia@ yahoo.com. TheHealingClinicFWB.com.

Ballroom/Latin Dance Class – 6:15-7pm. Call to get updates on style of the month. $15. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Parkway Suite

27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-543-1970. LightEnergy Dancing@gmail.com. LightEnergyDancing.com.

Healing Meditation – 7-7:45pm. Guided meditation with a focus on bringing peacefulness and healing into the body. Perfect for all levels. $10. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Parkway Suite 27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-543-1970. LightEnergyDancing@gmail.com. LightEnergyDancing.com.

thursday Energize Yoga – 2:30-3:30pm. Vinyasa flow class, to get hearts pumping and challenge muscles while maintaining focus on alignment and breathing, is appropriate for students familiar with basic yoga, with a challenge for experienced students as well. $12. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Pkwy.

850-684-1065. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

Kids Nia: Movement, Dance, Play – 4pm-4:45pm.

Kids Nia is fun, mindful movement that incorporates martial arts, dance arts, and healing arts. A fun and playful way for kids to express themselves while moving their body in a creative and natural way encouraging listening, balance, and coordination.

4 older. $5. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Pkwy. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

friday Yoga for Meditation – 9am-10:15am. Class begins with a brief introduction to the 8 limbs of yoga, followed by pranayama, and a gentle yoga practice to prepare for meditation. The class is designed for 45 minutes of movement and breathing with a 10-20 minute meditation at the end. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Parkway. www.navarrelivingyoga. com. . $13. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Parkway, Navarre. 850-684-1065. NavarreLivingYoga@gmail.com. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

Restorative Yoga – 6pm-7:15pm. Take some time Friday evenings for self care. In restorative yoga, props are used to support the body, allowing you to open your body through passive stretching. When supported with props, the body relaxes and opens, releasing tension and stress. This class is appropriate for all students. No prior yoga experience required. $13. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Parkway, Navarre. 850-684-1065. NavarreLivingYoga@ gmail.com. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

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COMMERCIAL KITCHEN RENTAL RENTAL SPACE TO START A FOOD BUSINESS – Commercial kitchen for lease hourly. YourProKitchen is a shared, licensed, culinary incubator that will help you start or grow your own food business. We will help with licensing, safety certification and insurance. Chefs have 24-hour access to a beautiful fully-equipped commercial kitchen located in Panama City Beach. Go to YourProKitchen.com or call 850-527-1085.

EVENT SPACE UNITY OF PENSACOLA FACILITY RENTAL AVAILABLE – Beautiful historical sanctuary that seats up to 300 and/or our Fellowship Hall with tables, chairs and stage for up to 65. For more information, call 850-438-2277. UnityPNS.org.

FOR SALE MEDICAL OFFICE SPACE FOR SALE BY OWNER – Custom finished medical office space in the Heart of Destin. 8 treatment rooms, conference room, large reception area, office space, 3 restrooms, kitchen. Serious inquiries only to: officespaceforsale15@gmail.com.

HELP WANTED COMPREHENSIVELY TRAINED PILATES INSTRUCTOR WANTED – Join Barbara Bruni’s team at her busy studio, Pilates Core Training, Pensacola. The studio encompasses a warm and caring environment for clients specializing in Pilates, Gyrotonics, Myofascial Release and Structural Integration. Minimum of three years Pilates experience required; preferably trained in Contemporary Pilates with a rehabilitation background. Must be a team player with the ability to retain and recruit new clients. Send resume to info@pilatescoretraining.com.

MASSAGE THERAPIST FT/PT – Flexible Schedules, Benefits, Clean, supplied, professional environment, so you can focus on doing what you love. Massage Envy in Pier Park, Destin and Fort Walton Beach, Destin, 850-650-8500. FWB, 850-301-2000 Panama City Beach, 850-563-0070 MM#35714, 36004, 36005.

PRODUCE SHARES F R ES H O R G A N IC PR O D U C E C O- O P SHARES – Only 3 shares remain available, biweekly pick-ups conveniently located off Racetrack Rd in FWB. $50. Email Marlice@EmeraldCoast OrganicFoodCoop.org.

ROOM RENTALS OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE – 8th Element Wellness is looking for a reliable, enthusiastic Health care practitioner who wants to rent space and be a complimentary addition to our team. Room for rent in calm environment at 90 Beal Pkwy in Ft Walton Bch. If interested, please call Christie at 850-598-7515 or Alex at 850-582-2285.

SERVICES ESSENTIAL OILS AROMATOUCH – A simple step-by-step method of applying therapeutic-grade essential oils topically to produce a profound whole body experience. Benefits includ estress management, immune support and autonomic balance.

Provided by wellness advocates certified in the ArōmaTouch Techniques. 8th Element Wellness, FWB. 850-225-4031.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE FOR HEALTH MAINTENANCE – Janet Hardy, LMT, BCTMB, John F. Barnes’ expert Myofascial Release therapist is now offering treatment for many womens’ health issues. For more information, please call 850-2319131or email CaringTouch 4Therapy@gmail.com.

Computer & Technology Classes – 6:30-8pm. 2nd Fri. A new topic each week. Crystal Cottage, 7338 Hwy 2301, Panama City. Michael: 850-889-1088.

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Energy Healing – 6:30-8:30pm. Certified practitioners sharing energy healing each month using a variety of techniques, including reiki, pendulum, quantum touch, stones and others. Call in advance for the technique of the month. Love offering $10.

Crystal Cottage, 7338 Highway 2301, Panama City.

850-763-4504. CrystalCottage.net.

Entrepreneurial Consultation – 6:30-8:30pm. For those interested in starting or growing a business.

Discussions on a variety of business strategies and models for the upcoming economic climate. Crystal Cottage, 7338 Highway 2301, Panama City. 850763-4504. CrystalCottage.net.

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ACUPUNCTURE REBECCA FREEMAN, AP, MAOM 1180 Eglin Pkwy NE, Shalimar 850-902-2536 • 850-651-0160 RebeccaFreeman08@yahoo.com

Caring and compassionate masters of acupuncture and Oriental medicine acupuncture. More than 12 years’ experience relieving all types of pain, including: headaches, female problems, digestive problems and more.

KOVAR CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTER

John S Kovar, DC 29 G Miracle Strip Hwy SW, FWB 850-244-1200 • DrKovar.com Experience the many benefits of acupuncture. Restoring health naturally to patients for more than 30 years, Dr. Kovar also offers chiropractic care, nutrition response testing with designed clinical nutrition, and massage.

ADDICTION RECOVERY BRIDGEWAY INSTITUTE

The Path to Recovery and Restoration 4709 Scenic Dr, Pensacola 850-471-8550 BridgewayInstitute.net A premier NAD treatment center restoring wellness at the cellular level.

Effectively treating PTSD, depression, addiction, alcoholism, anxiety, chronic fatigue, stress, cognitive impairment, Alzheimer and Parkinson Disease. See ad, page 9.

ANTI-AGING SKIN AND VEIN WELLNESS CENTER Richard Adelman, MD 738 Harrison Ave, Panama City 850-747-8346 SkinAndVeinMD.com

Board certified physician focusing on anti-aging treatments, skin rejuvenation, age management, weight management and veins.

See ad, page 23.

AYURVEDA MEDICINE MANIFEST – MIND BODY MEDICINE Dr. Lori Poelstra, MD 155 Crystal Beach Dr, Ste A120, Destin 850-974-9242 ManifestClinic.com

A holistic healing clinic offering Ayurveda integrative medicine counseling, Dr. Deepak Chopra developed–––Primordial Sound Meditation instruction, and educational workshops. Manifest integrates ancient, time-tested principles for health and wellbeing with the most up-to-date, evidence-based research and information to care for the whole person—body, mind and spirit. See ad, back cover.

BEAUTY ORGANIC SALON VEDAT

Janice Skene 114-B Benning Dr, Destin • 850-837-2690 SalonVedat@gmail.com OrganicSalonVedat.co Organic Salon Systems started a revolution of healthier, natural, organic, better performing professional products. Beauty without sacrificing health. Coloring and smoothing treatments for silky, healthy hair. No SLS, ammonia, parabens, plastics. See ad, page 5.

VERITY & VICTORIA NATURALS 8123 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre 850-490-3853 VnVNaturals@gmail.com

Offering exclusively created natural skincare, body care, and bath products, both for sale and for all spa services including manicures, pedicures, specialized facials, personalized massage, waxing, and make-up instruction. Pet and children’s services are also available. All products are cruelty free without animal testing. See ad, page 4.

BODYWORKERS CARING TOUCH

Janet Hardy, LMT Board Certified Myofascial Release Therapist Expert Level Santa Rosa Beach • 850-231-9131 CaringTouchTherapy.net In her 22+ years of massage therapy Janet has found the John F. Barnes’ Approach® to be the most effective and holistic treatment for the relief of pain and optimal health. MA17333.

See ad, page 10.

ALEXANDREA MCALLASTER, LMT 8th Element Wellness, LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-582-2285

Dedicated to a heart centered practice specializing in Healing Touch energy therapy, chakra balancing and Neuromuscular pain management with focus on neck release and low back pain.

MA59372. See ad, page 27.

MAE MCDONNELL

8th Element Wellness, LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-225-4031 Highly skilled therapist specializing in deep tissue, medical massage, and Aromatouch sessions. Personalized treatments including essential oils.

Experience deep relief from pain along with the sweet sensation of relaxation. MA81403. See ad, page 27.

MED-SPA OF DESTIN & SANDESTIN Destin: 850-351-0600 Sandestin: 850-267-6727 MedSpaDSD.com

Our Licensed Massage Therapists have treated thousands of clients in both medical and spa settings. We offer Swedish, deep tissue, sports, medical and cold stone therapy.

CHRISTIE MORGAN, LMT

8th Element Wellness LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-598-7515

Specializing in pain management massage and a blend of therapeutic massage techniques with focused intention to de-stress the body and mind. MA50499. See ad, page 27.

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11525 Hutchison Blvd, Ste 103, PC 850-775-4913 CarunUS@gmail.com Carun.us

(Formerly Skindeep) Cindy Butler, Owner/Therapist SkindeepDestin.com • 850-269-1414 TheMetamorphosisClinic@gmail.com Body & Mind Wellness Services including colonics, total body detox footbath, skin rejuvenation treatments, infrared sauna, transcendental meditation training, Lifestyle transition coaching, Proven weight-loss program. MA49032/MM27113.

Providing the best CBD oil and hemp products in North America. Hemp oil extracts & tinctures, food, personal hygiene,soap, mouth wash, skin care. Go online to order or visit our store. See ad, page 33.

CHILDREN’S YOGA SUNSHINE YOGA

211-E Main St, Destin 850-687-8603 • SunshineYogaStudio.com At Sunshine Yoga we teach kids through discussion, movement, song and expression. In kids yoga, children learn yoga postures, selflove and respect for all living things.

CRAFTS & GIFTS STONE SOUP

Intuitive Spiritual Center 700 Beal Pkwy, Unit D, FWB ShadowBonus@gmail.com • 850-533-6565 Fort Walton’s newest eclectic intuitive center. Locally made crafts by local artisans. Intuitive readings, jewelry, paintings, incense, crystals, pottery, semi-precious stones, wind chimes, diaper cakes, hand-painted furniture.

See ad, page 36.

CHIROPRACTIC BLUEWATER CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

April Lee, DC 4400 Hwy 20 E, Niceville 850-897-1177 • BluewaterChiropractic.com Natural and holistic healthcare.

Offering chiropractic care, lumbar decompression, physical therapies, massage therapy, nutritional education and supplementation. Allow the body to heal the way it was designed.

HENARD FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr Karen Henard-Carter, DC 4566 Hwy 20 E, Ste 205, Niceville 850-897-1105 • HenardChiro.com

A second generation chiropractor, Dr. Henard is committed to chiropractic wellness for the family, improving health naturally.

More than 16 years’ experience in pediatrics, sports and automobile injuries. Most insurance and affordable cash plans.

CRYOTHERAPY MED-SPA OF DESTIN & SANDESTIN Destin: 850-351-0600 Sandestin: 850-267-6727 MedSpaDSD.com

Cryotherapy is a natural, safe alternative to prescription drugs that treats migraine headaches, musculoskeletal pain, inflammation and acute injuries while regulating blood flow and promoting relaxation.

DENTISTRY DR DAYTON HART, DMD

IAOMT Protocol 225 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-943-2471 • DrDaytonHart.com

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Free book: Mercury Free Dentistry.

Ozone, laser no-suture gum surgery, test for compatible materials, cavity-causing bacteria. Examine for gum disease bacteria. Laser cavity diagnoses, saliva, ph check, oral galvanic screening; no fluoride.

See ad, page 28.

John S Kovar, DC 29 G Miracle Strip Hwy SW, FWB 850-244-1200 • DrKovar.com Practicing locally for over 30 years, expertise in treating pain conditions, auto injury and restoring health naturally through nutrition response testing, clinical nutrition, acupuncture, massage and chiropractic wellness care.

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106 Wright Pkwy SW, FWB 850-243-1534 WrightParkwayDentalCenter.com Healthy digestion, well aligned physical structure, proper breathing and a good nights sleep begin with a healthy mouth. We treat snoring, sleep apnea and TMJ disorders.

Plus crowns,teeth whitening, bridges,veneers, implant restorations, aligner orthodontics, cleanings, digital X-ray imaging, CO 2 Laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ads, pages 15 and 43.

DETOX BRIDGEWAY INSTITUTE

The Path to Recovery and Restoration 4709 Scenic Dr, Pensacola 850-471-8550 Bridgewayinstitue.net A premier NAD treatment center restoring wellness at the cellular level.

Effectively treating PTSD, depression, addiction, a l c o h o l i s m , a n x i e t y, chronic fatigue, stress, cognitive impairment, Alzheimer and Parkinson Disease. See ad, page 19.

DINING SYNERGY ORGANIC JUICE BAR AND CAFÉ 120 Miraclestrip Pkwy SE 850-865-4919 SynergyOrganicCafeFWB.com

Juice Bar and Café offers farm-to-table meals prepared with regionally sourced organic produce and pantry items; gluten-free, dairy-free. Whole food cooking, juicing, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and raw food classes are available. See ad, page 31.

ESSENTIAL OILS AROMATOUCH

Esther’s Garden of Healing Navarre 850-460-3328

A si m p l e s te p - b y - s te p method of applying therapeutic-grade essential oils topically to produce a profound whole body experience. Benefits include stress management, immune support and autonomic balance. Provided by wellness advocate certified in the ArōmaTouch Technique.

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FARMERS’ MARKETS 30A FARMER’S MARKETS

850-499-4697 • 30AFarmersMarket.com 3 Locations: Rosemary Beach Town Center, on 30 A 9am-1pm Sundays (Year Round) Thursdays (Memorial Day-Labor Day) Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, on Hwy 98 9am-1pm - Saturday (Year Round) That Farmers’ Market at Palm Plaza 1003 C John Simms Pkwy, Niceville 9am-1pm - Saturday (Year Round) Serene, beautiful, distinctive and exclusive is the best way to describe the 30A Farmers’ Market Family.

European and coastalinspired markets feature local farmers, makers, bakers, and specialty vendors in an inviting market experience. See ad, page 13.

FLOAT THERAPY FLOAT BROTHERS

4463 Commons Dr W, Destin 850-460-8720 FloatBrothers.com Experience the ultimate state of relaxation through flotation in a epsom salt water tank. Relieve stress, enhance healing, deepen meditation along with many other healthy benefits. Call to book your session. See ad, page 25.

FOODS & SUPPLEMENTS BODY-B-HEALTHY

2227 Ferdon Blvd, Crestview 850-682-8893 • Find us on Facebook Knowledgeable staff and cutting edge digital health assessments. Dairyfree and gluten-free food items, supplements, homeopathic solutions and anti-aging products, plus delicious nutritional smoothies. See ad, page 5.

ESTHER’S GARDEN OF HEALING 8184 Navarre Pkwy Navarre FL 32566 850-865-7014 EsthersGardenofHealing.com

Offering complimentary health consultations with recommendations including nutrition, essential oils, and natural remedies. Additionally carrying vitamins, tinctures, essential oils, natural body care products, health foods and homeopathics. See ad, page 37.

GOLDEN ALMOND HEALTH FOOD STORE

339 Racetrack Rd NW, Ste 3 850-863-5811 • GoldenAlmond.com Hours: M-F 9-6, S 10-4, Closed Sun Natural and organic foods. Largest selection of herbs and supplements in the area. Enjoy our new fresh juice bar, open weekdays 10-4. Knowledgeable and personable staff.

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HEALING ARTS HEALING PATH, ALICE MCCALL

Transformational Energy Healer/Counselor BS Psychology, MBA, Hypnotherapist 850-585-5496 • HealingPath.info Phone sessions to heal serious health issues, unwanted patterns, and more. Authored Wellness Wisdom on natural health and healing; inspired by her journey with cancer.

NATURES HEALTH FOOD STORE 760 Baldwin Ave, DeFuniak Springs 850-892-2356 Facebook.com/NaturesHealthDFS

Offering a variety of vitamins, herbs, essential oils, essential oil accessories, personal care products, and food products. Partnered with Essentially Blessed Produce to bring fresh organic produce shares on a bi-weekly basis. For promotions and produce share information, visit Facebook page @NaturesHealthDFS. See ad, page 18.

OLIVE LEAVES HEALTH FOOD CENTER

In the Publix Shopping Center 634 W 23rd St, PC 850-763-8871 OliveLeavesPC.com Olive Leaves is here to provide you with the finest quality fresh, natural, organic and whole foods, nutritional products, body care products and health information in a fun comfortable clean, safe environment. See ad, page 18 (Panama City Edition).

SYNERGY ORGANIC JUICE BAR AND CAFÉ 120 Miraclestrip Pkwy SE 850-865-4919 SynergyOrganicCafeFWB.com

Juice Bar and Café offers farm-to-table meals prepared with regionally sourced organic produce and pantry items; glutenfree, dairy-free. Whole food cooking, juicing, glutenfree, vegetarian, vegan and raw food classes are available. See ad, page 31.

VITAMINS R US HEALTH FOODS

15500 Panama City Beach Pkwy, Unit 420 850-588-7575 • VitaminsRusPCB.com

HOLISTIC MEDICINE BALDWIN PEDIATRICS

Center For Intregrative and Holistic Medicine 528 W Baldwin Rd, Panama City 850-522-1522 IntegrativeAndHolistic.com Functional Medicine practice for women and children. Fellowship trained and American Board Certified in integrative and holistic medicine. Fellowship trained in integrative medicine with Dr. Andrew Weil. See ads, pages 11 and 35.

FOUNDATIONS MEDICAL CENTER

Kyle Chavers, MD 4467 Commons Dr W, Ste F-G, Destin 850-660-6701 FoundationsMedicalCenter.com Facebook.com/FoundationsMedical

We treat the condition; not just the symptom. In-depth, patientcentered office visits for general health, chronic conditions, nutritional support, laboratory testing and other diagnostic techniques. Currently accepting new patients. See ad, page 11.

KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board Certified Gynecologist 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre 850-916-7766 KarenKennedyMD.com Board Certified Gynecologist MD, offering full GYN services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a non-invasive treatment for symptoms of low hormones or menopause. Stop suffering and start living. Call for appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 9.

Panama City Beach’s most complete health food store. Quality supplements, vitamins & minerals, organic food, and more. We have gluten free, non-GMO, dairy free and vegan products at everyday low prices. See ad, page 15 (Panama City Edition).

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MANIFEST – MIND BODY MEDICINE Dr. Lori Poelstra, MD 155 Crystal Beach Dr, Ste A120, Destin 850-974-9242 ManifestClinic.com

A holistic healing clinic offering Ayurveda integrative medicine counseling, Dr. Deepak Chopra developed–Primordial Sound Meditation instruction, and educational workshops. Manifest integrates ancient, time-tested principles for health and wellbeing with the most up-to-date, evidence-based research and information to care for the whole person—body, mind and spirit. See ad, back cover.

HOLISTIC SPA 8TH ELEMENT WELLNESS, LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-301-0081

Wellness spa features a variety of therapeutic massage including deep tissue and sports massage styles. Other modalities include: energy therapy, chakra balancing, hypnotherapy, plus infrared sauna. 10% military discount. See calendar for group workshops on nutrition, alternative medicine, supplements and essential oils. See ad, page 27.

INDIGO EARTH SPA

443 Grace Ave, Panama City 850-303-3669 IndigoEarthSpa.com

Enjoy Earthfriendly, socially responsible, holistic day spa with a unique earthy style, warm and welcoming to all. Our treatments are from sustainable, organic, and naturally derived ingredients, handcrafted for every guest. We have services to balance everyone’s needs.

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HOT YOGA STUDIO HOT YOGA OM

222 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Unit A Downtown Fort Walton Beach 850-430-9434 • HotYogaOM.com Hot Yoga Om features far infrared heat, radiant heat, radiant life. Daily classes, amazing teachers. Your first class is $5. Experience it for yourself. See ad, page 37.

HYPNOSIS DCC HYPNOSIS & HYPNOSIS TRAINING CERTIFICATION Deana Cooper Chapman Hypnosist and Hypnosis Training 850-261-3596 • DCCHypnosis.com

The mind is the most powerful gift we have. Using hypnosis, NLP and life coaching you can improve, change or accept anything you truly desire. Reach your full potential. Also offering certified hypnosist training program. See ad, page 29.

INFRARED SAUNA 8TH ELEMENT WELLNESS LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-301-0081

Cleans and detoxes. Improve circulations. Skin purifications.

Lower blood pressure, boost metabolism and lose weight while you relax. Wellness spa features a variety of therapeutic massage including deep tissue and sports massage styles. Other modalities, energy therapy, chakra balancing, hypnotherapy.

10% Military discount. See calendar for group workshops on nutrition, alternative medicine, supplements and essential oils. See ad, page 27.

HORMONE THERAPY KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board Certified Gynecologist 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre 850-916-7766 KarenKennedyMD.com Board Certified Gynecologist MD, offering full GYN services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a non invasive treatment for symptoms of low hormones or menopause. Stop suffering and start living. Call for appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 9.

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BY KIM DEMOSS Navarre area or Mobile Group/Individual Sessions 727-420-4279 KimDemoss.com

Offering private individual and group yoga sessions or health coaching to assist in reaching personal goals. Personalization included in each session based on needs of client utilizing therapeutic essential oils. Certified trauma sensitive yoga instructor.

Sessions available at private studio in Navarre or at location of choice. See ad, page 30.

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A holistic healing clinic offering Ayurveda integrative medicine counseling, Dr. Deepak Chopra developed–Primordial Sound Meditation instruction, and educational workshops. Manifest integrates ancient, time-tested principles for health and wellbeing with the most up-to-date, evidence-based research and information to care for the whole person—body, mind and spirit. See ad, back cover.

INTUITIVE ARTS THE HEALING CLINIC OF FORT WALTON BEACH Felicia McQuaid 850-217-2771 TheHealingClinicFWB.com

Certified Advanced Angel Reader through Doreen Virtue. Connect with your Angels to receive lovefilled guidance and clarity about specific questions and areas of life.

Sessions available in person or via skpe or facetime. See ad, page 8.

MASSAGE THERAPY 8TH ELEMENT WELLNESS LLC 90 Beal Pkwy NW, Ste A1, FWB 850-301-0081

Wellness spa features a variety of therapeutic massage including deep tissue and sports massage styles. Other modalities include: energy therapy, chakra balancing, hypnotherapy, plus infrared sauna. 10% military discount. See calendar for group workshops on nutrition, alternative medicine, supplements and essential oils. See ad, page 27.

BLUEWATER CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

April Lee, DC 4400 Hwy 20 E, Niceville 850-897-1177 • BluewaterChiropractic.com Sports and rehabilitation massage therapy. Natural and holistic healthcare. Chiropractic care, lumbar decompression, physical therapies, nutritional education and supplementation. Allow the body to heal the way it was designed.

MASSAGE ENVY SPA DESTIN & MASSAGE ENVY SPA FWB

34904 Emerald Coast Pkwy, #132 Destin • 850-650-8500 99 Eglin Pkwy, #5B, Uptown Station FWB • 850-301-2000 Pier Park, 15801 L C Hilton Jr Dr, #120, Panama City Beach • 850-563-0070 MassageEnvy.com Looking for professional, customized massages andfacials? Our professional massage therapists and estheticians will customize massage and facial to fit your needs. Make Massage Envy your spa. Two convenient locations in Destin and Fort Walton Beach.

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MED-SPA OF DESTIN & SANDESTIN Drew Zinecker, LMT MA77480 Destin: 850-351-0600 Sandestin: 850-267-6727

Swedish, sports and medical massage as well as stretching, Kinesio taping and hydrotherapy. We also treat amputees and those who have had surgical procedures such as joint replacements and spinal fusions.

THE HEALING CLINIC OF FORT WALTON BEACH

184 Brooks St, Ste 1 TheHealingClinicFWB.com • 850-217-2771 Wellbeing and balance await you.

Therapeutic massage, reiki, myofascial release, transformational healing.

Whether you need a deeper touch or more gentle approach we can help. Balance for body, mind and spirit. See ad, page 8.

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A holistic healing clinic offering Ayurveda integrative medicine counseling, Dr. Deepak Chopra developed–Primordial Sound Meditation instruction, and educational workshops. Manifest integrates ancient, time-tested principles for health and wellbeing with the most up-to-date, evidence-based research and information to care for the whole person—body, mind and spirit. See ad, back cover.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE CARING TOUCH

Janet Hardy, LMT Board Certified Myofascial Release Therapist Expert Level Santa Rosa Beach • 850-231-9131 CaringTouchTherapy.net

PEDIATRIC (HOLISTIC) BALDWIN PEDIATRICS

Rubina Azam, MD 528 W Baldwin Rd, Panama City 850-522-1522 IntegrativeAndHolistic.com Functional medicine practice for women and children. Fellowship trained and American Board Certified in integrative and Holistic Medicine Fellowship trained in integrative Medicine with Dr. Andrew Weil. See ads, pages 11 and 35.

In her 22+ years of massage therapy Janet has found the John F. Barnes’ Approach® to be the most effective and holistic treatment for the relief of pain and optimal health. MA17333.

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MED-SPA OF DESTIN & SANDESTIN Drew Zinecker, LMT MA77480 Destin: 850-351-0600 Sandestin: 850-267-6727

A natural treatment that promotes wellness and homeostasis in soft tissue.

Myofascial release is key to relaxation and rehabilitation and is included in all massage services as well.

EMERALD COAST RHEUMATOLOGY Aymen A. Kenawy, MD 850-215-6400 3890 Jenks Avenue, Lynn Haven/PC Info@ecrheum.com DrKenawy.com

Specializing in the Treatment of Arthritis and other Rheumatic Diseases, Stem Cell and Infusion Therapy, Aymen A. Kenawy, M.D., FACP, FACR -Board Certified Rheumatologist. See ad, page 12.

URBAN OASIS

Laura Tyree Snyder 850-642-1015 • MA68035 Hot Yoga Om, FWB Laura is a highly skilled therapist trained under the John Barnes technique. Under her extraordinary care clients find relief from long held pain and tension that lasts.

This gentle technique of quiet pressure and stretching relieves pain from the restriction of connective tissue. See ad, page 37.

SKIN AND VEIN WELLNESS CENTER Richard Adelman, MD 738 Harrison Ave, Panama City 850-747-8346 SkinAndVeinMD.com

Board certified physician focusing on anti-aging treatments, skin rejuvenation, age management, weight management and veins.

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PAIN MANAGEMENT MANIFEST – MIND BODY MEDICINE Dr. Lori Poelstra, MD 155 Crystal Beach Dr, Ste A120, Destin 850-974-9242 ManifestClinic.com

A holistic healing clinic offering Ayurveda integrative medicine counseling, Dr. Deepak Chopra developed–Primordial Sound Meditation instruction, and educational workshops. Manifest integrates ancient, time-tested principles for health and wellbeing with the most up-to-date, evidence-based research and information to care for the whole person—body, mind and spirit. See ad, back cover.

REIKI FELICIA MCQUAID, LMT

Master Reiki Teacher THE Healing Clinic of Fort Walton Beach 850-217-2771 TheHealingClinicFWB.com Felicia McQuaid has been offering reiki healing services since 2005.

She offers regular trainings in all levels of Traditional Usui Reiki Ryoho and Karuna Reiki. Felicia is known for her insight, grace and compassion while working with students and clients. MA61060.

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$27 spa treatments performed by Melissa Cundiff licensed cosmetologist/esthetician instructor. Call or text for your personalized appointment today.

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SKINCARE (ORGANIC) MED-SPA OF DESTIN & SANDESTIN Destin: 850-351-0600 Sandestin: 850-267-6727 MedSpaDSD.com

We provide organic medical grade treatments and products as well as our own private label brand of skin care products. In addition to facials, our estheticians perform microneedling – a natural anti-aging treatment.

THE SPA NAVARRE Jessica Glenn 1814 Alpine Dr, Navarre 850-226-2260 TheSpaNavarre.com

Located inside the Kat House Salon.

Offering a non-toxic, natural alternative to standard beauty treatments that pamper both the body and the mind. Services offered include: anti-aging facials, manicures & pedicures, anti-aging skin treatments, hot stone massage, waxing and more. Packages available for those that desire “not a treatment but an experience”. See ad, page 10.

DR SUSAN WELCH, FAGD

106 Wright Pkwy SW, FWB 850-243-1534 WrightParkwayDentalCenter.com Healthy digestion, well aligned physical structure, proper breathing and a good nights sleep begin with a healthy mouth. We treat snoring, sleep apnea and TMJ disorders. Plus crowns, teeth whitening, bridges, veneers, implant restorations, aligner orthodontics, cleanings, digital x-ray imaging, CO2 Laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings See ads, pages 15 and 43.

TEACHER TRAINING PILATES AND BEYOND TEACHER TRAINING SCHOOL Barbara Bruni, Owner 1310 B Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 • PilatesAndBeyond.com

450-hour comprehensive training covering the fundamentals of movement, complete repertoire on the mat equipment, and includes modification movements for osteoporosis, knee and hip replacements and other various special needs. Registered with Pilates Method Alliance Registry of School.

HOT YOGA OM

222 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Unit A Downtown Fort Walton Beach 850-430-9434 • HotYogaOM.com Hot Yoga Om features far infrared heat, radiant heat, radiant life. Daily classes, amazing teachers experience it for yourself. See ad, page 37.

NAVARRE LIVING YOGA

Navarre Living Yoga and Health Center 8162 Navarre Pkwy 850-684-1065 • NavarreLivingYoga.com A full service yoga studio with classes for all levels and all ages, including: hot yoga, yin yoga, restorative and gentle yoga, prenatal yoga, aerial yoga, meditation, yoga teacher training, private yoga, reiki, massage, ayurvedic consultation and more. MM#25136. See ad, page 19.

SUNSHINE YOGA

211-E Main St, Destin 850-687-8603 • SunshineYogaStudio.com Experience traditional yoga in a comfortable and inviting space where you will strengthen your inner spirit and deepen your yoga practice. Sunshine Yoga offers classes for all styles and levels.

WOMEN’S WELLNESS CENTER FOR INTREGRATIVE AND HOLISTIC MEDICINE 528 W Baldwin Rd, Panama City 850-522-1522 IntegrativeAndHolistic.com

Functional Medicine practice for women and children. Fellowship trained and American Board Certified in integrative and holistic medicine. Fellowship trained in integrative medicine with Dr. Andrew Weil. See ads, pages 11 and 35.

SYNERGY YOGA AND WELLNESS Amy Likins, RYT, Holistic Nutrition Specializing in Personal Wellness 850-243-7492 SynergyOrganiCafeFWB.com

Yoga for health and wellness, beginner and intermediate.

Offering nutrition programs for cancer and immunity, juicing, detox and cleansing, weight loss, digestive health, vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and cooking lessons. See ad, page 31.

YOGA STUDIOS DRAGONFLY YOGA STUDIES 184 Brooks St, SE, Bldg 2 Downtown FWB • 850-244-0184 DragonFlyYoga.com

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