Natural Awakenings Northwest Florida- January 2023

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Let’s extend a hearty, warm and gracious welcome to 2023! We made it, y’all. For many of us, it was another wacky and wild year filled with all kinds of zany twists and turns, jump scares, and gobsmacked mysteries to be solved—but we did it. We successfully navigated our way through the labyrinth, solved many tricky riddles and puzzles along the way, and here we are. I’m feeling a welcome sigh of relief.

Think back to this time last year and where you were on this day. What was going on in your life at the time? Did you have any challenges that seemed insurmountable or was life running smoothly? Did you feel stuck, or did you feel hopeful? Was your outlook bleak or were you ready to take on the New Year with gusto?

Now, spend the next few minutes reviewing the timeline of all the events that occurred over this past year. Did any of your problems find solutions? Did new people show up in your life to help you along your way? Can you look back and count so many blessings you couldn’t even have fathomed on this day one year ago?

No matter what your mindset was on this day in 2022, I can imagine that many amazing changes occurred that you couldn’t have dreamed of at the time. We’ve had oodles in our personal lives, along with several exciting developments in the Natural Awakenings world.

For instance, we’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Erin Mayfield is joining our Natural Awakenings Northwest Florida editorial team as a medical advisor. Dr. Mayfield couldn’t be a more perfect match; she’s uber passionate about nutrition, fitness, quality sleep, stress management, and healthy relationships. She’ll be sharing her expertise in Lifestyle Medicine with us as a regular editorial contributor. Be sure to read more about her in the news brief on page 11 and check out her article on Lifestyle Medicine on page 20.

We also have some big news on the national level with Natural Awakenings magazine. KnoWEwell Regenerative Whole Health Hub just acquired Natural Awakenings Publishing Corporation (NAPC), bringing together two companies dedicated to inspiring and empowering WELLthier Living. With more and more people embracing conscious lifestyle choices, this merging of two super-powers in the healthy living arena will foster even more meaningful community connections while offering broader access to more holistic health resources. Of course, the team at Natural Awakenings Northwest Florida is excited for the expansive opportunities this union will create. See the news brief on page 10 for more details.

While working on this month’s editorial, we see there were exciting developments in the works for many of our advertisers that are being brought to life in 2023. Healing Motion Founder Kirsten Wilkinson announces several upcoming events including an in-person trauma-informed yoga training, an online somatic coaching series, in addition to private sessions. See news brief on page 12 for more details.

If you’re still wiggling your way through any challenges from last year’s labyrinth— keep going! There will be plenty of signposts along the way that will guide you in the right direction. And if you’re feeling amped and ready to embrace this beautiful New Year, may you be filled with all the love, light and energy you need to meet all the amazing moments yet to make themselves known.

Blessings on your New Year’s journey!

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KnoWEwell Acquires Natural Awakenings Publishing Corporation

KnoWEwell, P.B.C., the Regenerative Whole Health benefits and services company, announced its acquisition of Natural Awakenings Publishing Corporation (NAPC), bringing together two companies dedicated to inspiring and empowering WELLthier Living.

“Human and planetary health are in crisis—and are inextricably linked. During these extraordinary times, millennials are leading the way on conscious living, flocking to integrative, whole health options with the more natural approaches long advocated by Natural Awakenings,” says Kimberly Whittle, founder and chief executive officer of KnoWEwell.

“We are honored to join forces with Natural Awakenings. It has been a pioneer in the health and wellness industry for nearly 29 years,” continues Whittle.

The acquisition of NAPC by KnoWEwell creates a powerful new integrated digital and print leader for consumers looking for trusted knowledge and education related to whole health, sustainable green living, and community connections locally and globally.

“We’re creating a movement as we share knowledge, celebrate healing success stories, provide access to evidence-based resources, create meaningful connections, and help today’s consumers and whole health providers, mission-aligned nonprofits, businesses and advertisers prosper. Together, we’re addressing global, local and personal issues—the nexus for consumer consciousness, healing and hope,” expresses Whittle.

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Medical Advisor Joins Natural Awakenings Staff

Natural Awakenings Northwest Florida is thrilled to extend a warm and hearty welcome to Erin Mayfield, DO, DipABLM, DipAOBOG, who is joining the team as our new Medical Advisor.

Dr. Mayfield, who has 38 years’ experience working as a physician, is board-certified in both lifestyle medicine and obstetrics/gynecology. In addition, she is a disability examiner caring for men and women who also recently earned her Chef Coaching certification from Harvard University. “I’m really excited to be a part of Natural Awakenings’ enthusiastic team of healthy living advocates. I love everything about nutrition, fitness, sleep health, stress management and thriving relationships,” she affirms.

Dr. Mayfield shares that it has always been her passion to work with others on their journey toward better health. “I began my vocational journey as a nursing major in college, where the ideas for taking care of the ‘whole patient’ were born. Later as a pre-med major, I fell in love with osteopathic medicine for the same reasons: commitment to care for the patient in a holistic way, instead of focusing treatment on one disease process. The philosophy followed me into my private practice of 30 years, caring for women of all ages,” she explains.

According to Dr. Mayfield, lifestyle medicine is the best of all worlds. “It is the purest practice of medicine, providing individualized care to every person and their family,” says this passionate practitioner, who attests that lifestyle medicine physicians earn board-certification by passing a rigorous certification exam. “For those interested in learning more, peer-reviewed references are available on the website of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine at LifestyleMedicine.org.”

Dr. Mayfield founded a private lifestyle medicine practice in 2020 that delivers lifestyle and culinary coaching programs through a telemedicine platform. “I created it this way so people all over the world could access services in the privacy of their homes,” she says. “Every effort is made to deliver personalized care in a non-judgmental, supportive environment.” New offerings in 2023 include on-site culinary medicine workshops and classes at Ever'man Cooperative Grocery & Café in Pensacola, along with corporate wellness packages.

“I’m so looking forward to connecting with our Natural Awakenings readers and sharing ways we can all be healthier— and happier—for years to come,” she adds.

Dr. Mayfield will be a regular contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine. For more information, visit LifestyleMedicineWellnessandRecovery.com. See this month’s column on back cover.

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Healing Motion Upcoming In-person and Online Events

Kirsten Wilkinson, founder of Healing Motion offering yoga, qi gong, mind/body practices, Ayurvedic health counseling, breathwork, guided meditation and more, is excited to announce several upcoming in-person and online events.

The first event, Understanding Trauma for Safer Facilitation: Foundations of Trauma Informed

Yoga and Embodied Practices Training, takes place the weekend of January 20 to 22 at Lovelock Healing Arts in Pensacola, FL. Class times will be Friday, from 6 to 8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost for this weekend event is $250. To register, visit momence.com/s/42674187.

“This training is really about understanding all of the layers of trauma—physical, emotional, cognitive—how they are connected, and how we can intervene if and when trauma shows up in our spaces. Trauma is part of the human condition; however, the more we know how to support survivors, the braver our spaces can be for restoration,” affirms Wilkinson.

In addition, Wilkinson will offer an online Small Group Somatic Coaching series beginning January 25 for four consecutive Wednesdays. The class, which features embodied movement practices designed for nervous system support to reduce stress and anxiety, is a great opportunity to try out somatic therapy tools at a fraction of the cost for a private session. There are two times available online, either from 11 a.m. to noon or 5 to 6 p.m. CST.

According to Wilkinson, Somatic/Movement Based Therapy is a modality that approaches someone’s mental, physical and emotional health through the mind/body connection. “Through body-based practices, somatic therapy bridges the gap between talk therapy and body-based integrative restoration for more comprehensive preventative medicine,” she explains. The class fee is $125 for all four sessions.

Wilkinson also offers private sessions in Somatic Experiencing, a method of alternative therapy that offers mental health support through body-based modalities that assist in reminding the client’s nervous system of calm. “I love SE work,” Wilkinson says. “It can be a great addition to talk therapy or can stand on it’s own as a support for those living with PTSD, C-PTSD, specific incidence of trauma, chronic stress, and anxiety. It personalizes the process of finding tools and methods that supports the individual experience with trauma and creates opportunities for trauma residue discharge and space in the nervous system to find supportive pathways for a more manageable and enjoyable life.”

Other upcoming events include Exploring Yoga Nidra, Qi Gong for Winter, Supporting Digestion and Metabolism through Ayurveda, Ayurveda Daily Routine for Longevity and Better Health, and a Couple’s Thai Yoga Massage Workshop. These

and workshops will be held at Lovelock Healing Arts in Pensacola, FL. For dates and times, visit the events calendar.

Healthier Living Through Iridology

Jessica Halpern, Dip.H.Ir, CCI, INHC, is the Chief Iridologist at MyEyeRead, a nationally recognized company specializing in Iridology readings to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual health. is top-rated iridologist—whose mission is to provide services that truly improve the lives of others—shares, “I’ve su ered with various health issues that traditional providers were unable to help me resolve.” With this in mind, she’s made it her life’s goal to support others in achieving superior health and wellness.

“Our goal at MyEyeRead is to inform clients about their genetic predispositions and, with that information, help them to become healthier individuals,” says Jessica. “Quality is number one for MyEyeRead; when dealing with our client’s health, there is no room for error.” With so many satis ed clients, it is no wonder that MyEyeRead is a perfect 5.0 rated provider of Iridology services.

What is Iridology?

Iridology is the science of the study of the iris of the eye. It is used as an assessment tool. “ e irises reveal the genetic predispositions of the entire body. Your eyes are your blueprint; no two irises are exactly alike—just like ngerprints,” explains Jessica. “By looking at the ber structure, color, markings, and pigmentations, we can discover your inherent strengths and weaknesses. ese genetic predispositions allow us to recognize acquired conditions, determine root causes, and potentially correct them.”

Jessica and her team can look for and analyze personality traits and emotional tendencies. “Behind every physical issue is a thought followed by an emotion that

preceded it,” says Jessica. “ e eyes are connected to the brain via the optic nerve and act like monitors that can be read to see how your ‘programs’ and ‘operating systems’ are functioning.” She attests that Iridology has helped hundreds of thousands of people that have had less than stellar results with traditional medicine.

“Our job as Iridologists is to read the data displayed on the iris monitor and determine what’s functioning correctly and what may be malfunctioning,” shares Jessica. “Additionally, we look for systems that could be in jeopardy of breakdown. Once we have this information, we can help you to repair and prevent health and emotional issues.”

e team at MyEyeRead practices Iridology from a holistic standpoint. “We look at the system as a whole,” assures Jessica. “ is allows us to connect the dots and create a total picture of the body’s operating system rather than focus on any individual point. With this approach, we create a physical and spiritual understanding and awakening which brings you in touch with your total being and helps you to correct and prevent imbalances.”

What Happens During an Appointment?

During your appointment with MyEyeRead, multiple photographs of your eyes will be evaluated for predispositions. e Iridologist will spend time with you to discuss what they see in your eyes along with possible weaknesses in your body. A full report is prepared that

“Since starting my protocol with Jessica, the pains that I have had for so long, which no medical doctor was able to help with, have significantly diminished. I have more energy than I have had in years.”

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details valuable information about your underlying conditions and how to address them from a holistic approach.

Our Iridologists will also prepare some customized health guidelines, including food and supplement recommendations. Also included in your report are personality and behavior traits. “Many of my clients are surprised how much can be told to them about their selves,” says Jessica. “It makes for an interesting discussion as I explain the connection between different behaviors and what is seen in the client’s eyes.”

Jessica has personally treated hundreds of clients and helped them with everything from weight loss to a pain-free life.

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“I was having a problem going to the bathroom. I now go every day without any issue. The food and supplement protocol I received not only helped me to get regular, but I also lost some weight. I have lots of energy now and can sleep through the night without any problem.”

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Two Cups of Tea May Avert Early Death

A few cups of black tea a day might help to avoid an early death, a study published in Annals of Internal Medicine suggests. Among nearly half a million adults ranging from 40 to 69 years old, those that consumed two or more cups of tea a day saw a modest, but lower risk for all causes of mortality over a median follow-up of more than 11 years.

Participants of the large cohort study, called UK Biobank, self-reported tea intake from 2006 to 2010, while researchers noted mortality from all causes, including cardiovascular disease, ischemic heart disease, stroke and respiratory disease. The researchers concluded that drinking more than two cups of tea per day can be part of a healthy diet.

Multiple Benefits for Early Rising Active Seniors

Older adults that consistently get up early and stay active throughout the day are happier and perform better on cognitive tests than those with irregular activity patterns, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh. The researchers studied 1,800 adults 65 or older and divided them into four subgroups of activity patterns: earlier rising/robust, shorter activity duration/less modellable, shorter active periods/very weak and later activity offset/very weak. Both groups with weak rhythms had twofold odds of clinically significant depression symptoms and cognitive performance deficits. As we age, disruption in activity patterns may be common. More research is needed into why earlier and robust patterns appear to be protective and whether modifying disrupted patterns improves health outcomes.

Glycine and NAC May Delay Aging

new clinical trial by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine, in Houston, found that a combination of N-acetyl cysteine and glycine (GlyNAC) boosted glutathione—often referred to as the body’s master antioxidant—and improved or reversed many signs of aging. Twenty-four older adults and 12 young adults were studied. The older group was randomized to receive either GlyNAC or a placebo for 16 weeks, and the younger adults received GlyNAC for two weeks.

Participants were studied before, after two weeks and after 16 weeks of supplementation to assess glutathione concentrations, oxidative stress, mitochondrial fatty-acid oxidation, molecular regulators of energy metabolism, inflammation, endothelial function, insulin resistance, aging hallmarks, gait speed, muscle strength, walking (via a six-minute test), body composition and blood pressure. Supplementing with GlyNAC in the older adults was found to improve or correct these markers. Researchers concluded that this nutritional supplementation was a safe, well-tolerated and effective method for improving or reversing multiple, age-associated abnormalities to promote health in aging adults.

A New Look at Saturated Fat

For decades, conventional wisdom has been that consuming saturated fat is a surefire way to sabotage cardiovascular health, clog arteries and advance the path to a heart attack. A new paper published in the

European Journal of Preventive Cardiology looked at the relationship between consuming saturated fat and the development of cardiovascular disease by conducting a review of articles published between 2010 and 2021 on the subject. The researchers found there is no scientific ground to demonize saturated fat as a cause of cardiovascular disease, and saturated fat naturally occurring in nutrient-dense foods can be safely included in the diet.

Parental Depression May Affect Childhood Development

According to a new study funded by the Welsh government, children that live with a parent that has depression are more likely to also develop depression and not achieve educational milestones. Information on children born in Wales from 1987 to 2018, as well as their parents, was used in the study.

The researchers found that living with a parent with depression is detrimental to a child’s outcome, but having a parent that has had a history of depression, even prior to the birth, increases the risk of depression and lowers the educational attainment of the child. The highest level of childhood depression risk was associated with exposure to a mother that had depression both before and after the birth of the child.

The risk of failing school exams was highest when the child was exposed to either a mother or father (or another stable male figure) with a history of depression, both before and after the child’s birth. These results suggest that exposure to a chronically depressed parent(s) is important in determining if the child will develop depression and have trouble with schoolwork.

Other findings included: having no father figure in the child’s life resulted in a higher risk of childhood depression and poorer results in school, and having a father with depression was associated with poorer results in school.

Depression is an issue that impacts the entire family, not just an individual. Taking a whole-family approach to addressing mental health will help ensure positive outcomes for both parents and children in the long term

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Sea Soundscapes Help Regrow Oyster Reefs

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In new research published in the Journal of Applied Ecology, Australian scientists amplified the natural sounds of the sea via underwater speakers, inducing baby oysters to swim toward desirable locations for regrowing oyster reefs. Thousands more larvae swam to those locations than to control areas to settle on bare rocks. Oyster reef restoration in Australia and globally is viewed as a way to re-establish healthy ecosystems. Shellfish filter and clean large volumes of water as they feed, and shell piles provide habitat for fish.

Many marine animals use sound to communicate over long distances, because it can carry more information than sight or smell underwater. Healthy reefs emit crackles and pops from shrimp and fish as they feed, and that makes oyster larvae aware of a healthy habitat for them to settle on a rock and begin growing their shell.

The researchers recorded sounds from the healthy Port Noarlunga Reef and played them underwater near two large reef restoration sites offshore from Adelaide and the Yorke Peninsula. They attracted up to 17,000 more oysters per square meter to these sites and close to four times more large oysters grew in the test areas over the next five months, further accelerating habitat growth.

Our Helium Is Running Out

Liquid helium, the world’s coldest element, is needed to operate the magnets in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines. The high-resolution, 3-D images generated by this critical medical tool allow doctors to see details in the body that might not show up on X-rays, so that they can diagnose brain tumors, strokes, spinal cord injuries, liver disease and cancer.

Helium is a nonrenewable element found deep underground, and supplies are becoming harder to find for the Federal Helium Reserve, in Texas. Russia was gearing up to supply nearly a third of the world’s reservoir, but the war in Ukraine has halted trade. Phil Kornbluth, president of Kornbluth Helium Consulting, says that four of five major U.S. helium suppliers are rationing the element, prioritizing the healthcare industry over less essential customers. Donna Craft, a regional construction manager for Premier, Inc., which contracts with helium suppliers for about 4,000 hospitals, says, “Helium is on allocation, for sure.”

Inside an MRI magnet, helium lets the current travel resistance-free. Harvard University physicists Amir Yacoby and Philip Kim shut down about half of their projects. Kim says, “There’s only a finite amount of helium in the Earth’s crust. Once it evaporates off, it’s completely lost into outer space.”

Farmers Benefit from Harvesting Solar Energy

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Researchers calculate that devoting about 1 percent of U.S. farmland to agrivoltaics, the emerging practice of integrating solar installations with working farmland, would satisfy about 20 percent of present electricity demand. Agrivoltaics can reduce emissions, save water and possibly even boost crop yields.

A 2019 study from the University of Utah and Oregon State University found that the best places for solar installations tend to be the areas where we already grow food, because photovoltaic (PV) panels lose their efficiency at higher temperatures. By elevating the panels far enough above the ground, we can essentially harvest the sun twice, according to University of Arizona researcher Greg Barron-Gafford. Enough sunlight to grow crops gets past the panels, which act as a shield against extreme heat, drought and storms.

Solar panels reduce the amount of sunlight hitting the soil, “which means you have less evaporation of water,” says Barron-Gafford. He and his team were able to triple the yield of chiltepin peppers by growing them under PV panels on test plots versus unshaded control plots. Cherry tomato output doubled, and the soil on the PV plots retained 5 to 15 percent more moisture between waterings. “The plants aren’t just freeloading under the solar, they actually help the panels become more efficient,” he adds.

Predicting Earthquakes with a Phone App

Earthquakes usually strike without warning, leaving people no advance notice to take cover. When a temblor occurs, it sends seismic P waves through the ground that a Google app called MyShake can detect with a network of 1,300 U.S. Geological Survey sensors.

All smartphones have accelerometers that can pick up earthquake signals. When triggered, the phone sends a message to a detection server with location data to piece together where the earthquake is occurring. When four sensors are triggered simultaneously and the data meets the right criteria, the system determines that stronger S waves, which can cause damage and hurt people, may be imminent. The Federal Emergency Management Agency interprets that data and sends out alerts via the ShakeAlert system.

During a recent 4.8 magnitude Bay Area earthquake, more than 1 million Android users received messages seconds before the event. Robert de Groot, a member of the ShakeAlert team, says, “One of the things we’re trying to do is build an earthquake early warning industry.” Equipping phones to pick up signals is a cheaper and quicker solution than planting larger sensors 10 feet underground in earthquake-prone areas.

School Districts Getting Electric Buses

A $1 billion effort to electrify school buses will provide renewable fuel vehicles for around 400 school districts, including Indigenous tribal lands, Puerto Rico and American Samoa. At present, fewer than 1 percent of the country’s 500,000 school buses are electric or run on low-emission fuels. The government grant program wants to reduce children’s exposure to harmful exhaust from diesel buses as part of a broader effort to address climate change and environmental justice by making it easier for communities to have access to zero-emission vehicles. The funds come from $5 billion that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency received to purchase around 2,300 electric buses. Many will be available to select school districts by the start of the next school year, with the rest by the end of this year.

A 2021 study found that even brief exposure to air pollution, including wildfire smoke and car exhaust, can alter a child’s DNA and increase their risk of heart and lung problems as adults. Seventy percent of students from lowincome families take a bus to school, increasing their exposure to diesel exhaust. Children of color, in particular, are more likely to live near heavy transit routes, industrial facilities and other sources of vehicular and industrial pollution. This is in large part due to historic housing, zoning and transit policies that leave Black and Brown communities with few options.

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What is Lifestyle Medicine?

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Lifestyle Medicine is a newly organized medical specialty that successfully treats the root cause of chronic diseases using the Six Pillars of Health. The science is grounded in decades of evidenced-based research and clinical application. It’s very exciting work that is saving lives—and it’s fun!

The Six Pillars of Health are for everyone. They include whole plant-centered eating, physical activity, healthy sleep, stress management, avoidance of risky substances, and loving relationships. People can lose weight naturally; decrease medication dependence; and prevent, arrest and potentially reverse chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease—without using prescription medications or surgery. It may sound impossible, but it’s true.

The number of people suffering with

chronic diseases in our country is staggering, and the numbers continue to climb. At least 80 percent of chronic diseases are related to lifestyle choices— the food we eat, lack of exercise, stress, and lack of sleep. The standard American diet—full of processed foods, meat, dairy, sugar, fat and salt—is literally killing us. Even 40 percent of adult cancers are related to diet and exercise.

That is a tremendous amount of pain, suffering and early deaths in our friends and loved ones. And it is unnecessary and preventable.

Lifestyle Medicine physicians prescribe lifestyle interventions and use modern coaching methods to facilitate behavior change. When participants embrace the program, the potential exists to drop blood sugars in one week and cholesterol

30 points in a month. Vital signs and blood work are closely monitored to adjust medication dosages as needed. Using food and exercise as medicine is a very powerful way to rapidly improve health.

Plant-Centered Eating

One critical component of treatment success utilizes the principles of Culinary Medicine. Culinary Medicine combines up-to-date nutrition science with food preparation skills to create meals where every ingredient is nourishing to our bodies. It also includes skills such as food shopping, storage and recipe creation. It expands the “food is medicine” initiative.

Eating whole plant foods is high octane fuel for our bodies. Eating predominantly plants promotes the growth of a healthy microbiome (gut bacteria) and provides essential nutrients including generous amounts of complex carbohydrates, protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Plant foods do not contain cholesterol. The fiber in plant foods can help decrease blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Plants have high nutrient density and are generally low in calories and fat. Our bodies crave fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains like brown rice.

Physical Activity

Moderate physical activity has been shown to dramatically decrease cardiovascular risk. That is defined as 30 minutes of walking, five days per week, for a total of 150 minutes. Movement has been correlated with a decreased risk of many cancers— including breast cancer. It is a central component of optimum health and resilience.

Healthy Sleep

Restorative, consistent sleep is another essential component of great health that optimizes daily functioning. Sleep helps balance our hunger hormones, improves insulin resistance, mental health, and resilience. During sleep, metabolic toxic byproducts are removed from the brain.

In addition, learning to manage stress, avoiding the consumption of substances that are risky to one’s health, and cultivating nurturing relationships with others round out the Six Pillars of Health. These remaining pillars will be covered in next month’s Lifestyle Medicine article.

Our daily habits have a tremendous influence on our longevity and affect our DNA expression. We have been programmed to believe that chronic diseases like high blood pressure and diabetes are inherited—that our risk is increased if it “runs in the family.” However, we are not prisoners to our genetics. We do have control over our destiny.

Lifestyle Medicine is the medical specialty that provides the missing link between traditional medicine and true restoration of health.

Erin Mayfield, DO, DipABLM, DipAOBOG, Harvard certified Chef Coach, is the new Medical Advisor for the Northwest Florida edition of Natural Awakenings magazine. She created her private lifestyle medicine practice at the beginning of the pandemic in early 2020, delivering programs through a telemedicine platform so people can access services in the privacy of their homes. The coaching program includes live sessions and cooking classes. New offerings in 2023 include on-site culinary medicine workshops and classes being held at Ever'man Cooperative Grocery and Cafe in Pensacola, FL, in addition to corporate wellness packages. For more information, see news brief on backcover and visit LifestyleMedicineWellnessAndRecovery.com. Be

for Dr. Mayfield’s article featuring the other three of the Six Pillars of Health in the February issue.

Milton Mills on Optimizing Health with a Plant-Based Diet

by Julie Marshall

Milton Mills, M.D., practices internal medicine and critical care in underserved communities in Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia. He advocates switching to a whole-food, plant-based diet and eliminating animal-derived dairy. As medical director of the nonprofit Center for a Humane Economy, he is currently leading a national campaign backed by 31 members of Congress to promote the free dissemination of plant-based alternatives to dairy (especially soy milk) in U.S. public schools. An impactful public speaker and preventative healthcare advocate, Mills has co-authored articles dealing with racial bias in federal nutrition policy. He graduated from the Stanford University School of Medicine and completed residency training at the University of California San Francisco, in Fresno, and Georgetown University Hospital, in Washington, D.C.

What prompted you to advise patients to go meatand dairy-free?

I became a vegan in my late teens and that’s what led me to a career in medicine. Some friends in my [Seventh-day Adventist] church were making the switch, and I joined them. What happened was undeniable. I was sleeping better, I had high energy and I felt mentally clear. I wanted to study medicine to learn more about what else a vegan diet could improve.

What kinds of health issues can a vegan diet address?

A plant-based diet can address all of the major health issues. Cardiac disease is clearly shown to be directly related to eating animals because of saturated fats. There is a reason that patients recovering from heart events are medically advised to eat plants and eliminate meat, fish and poultry. One National

Institutes of Health study shows that a vegan diet can even reverse heart disease.

Avoiding dairy addresses breast and prostate cancers, because dairy contains growth-stimulating proteins and hormones which signal growth, but not in a good way. When we are infants, we drink breast milk to stimulate growth, but as adults, dairy signals the growth of tumors, lipomas or cysts. And what is alarming to me is that Black men are twice as likely to die from prostate cancer than white men.

Type 2 diabetes likewise can also be avoided or reversed. I’ve had several patients who have been able to stop needing their medications. From my experience, a vegan diet also addresses autoimmune diseases, rheumatoid arthritis and dementia. Animal protein carries hormones and saturated fats, which is arguably why we are seeing unnatural early puberty in our kids.

I thought that I would never be able to change, because my mom made the great-

What are the common difficulties of switching to a meatless diet?

est pork chops. But as soon as I realized that the drive to eat meat is all about habit and is emotion-based, I asked God for help, and he answered. I advise my patients to find help for themselves on how to break their habit, too, rather than toy with it. If you are an alcoholic, do you allow yourself to only drink on some days? It’s also important to realize that we need calories for energy. Salads are great, but humans are not rabbits, and we need a variety of good protein sources, such as beans, grains, root vegetables and legumes. Being vegan is like sex, if you aren’t enjoying it, you aren’t doing it correctly.

How is a vegan lifestyle impacted by race, faith and animal welfare?

We know that more than three-quarters of Black people suffer medically from dairy, while our national school lunch program offers zero alternatives to dairy. That’ s racial inequity. Growing up as a Black man in society and being constantly dismissed prepared me to not be afraid to be outspoken as an advocate for a plant-based diet. I have learned that as long as I form my opinions on science, ethics and morals, I can defend them without fear or shame.

On faith, if you read the Bible, it literally says humans are built to eat plants, which reaffirms that being vegan is spiritually healthy, too. And when it comes to animals, there is nothing more destructive and harmful to animals and humanity than factory farming. But most people don’t see it because we hide evils behind closed doors. When a creature feels pain and suffering because of humans, I think that comes back to us in different ways, and we all pay the price. But we can stop this type of evil and get ourselves incredibly healthy, too, by choosing to eat plants.

Julie Marshall is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine and works for the nonprofit Animal Wellness Action, based in Washington, D.C.

Healthy never tasted so good!

WHAT IS HONEYMED?

HoneyMed is a delicious blend of raw honey and three powerful superfoods: Turmeric, Ginger and Cayenne pepper.

WHY TAKE HONEYMED?

HoneyMed is True Nature’s Medicine with anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, revitalizing and immunity boosting properties

HOW DO I TAKE HONEYMED?

• As the main ingredient in your Morning Vitality Elixir. (HoneyMed + Warm Water + Lemon Juice)

• As a sweetener in your tea or coffee.

• On Cheese & Crackers with a glass of Wine

• In a craft cocktail; Drizzled over fruit or in yogurt

• On toasted bread with butter; Mixed in a salad dressing

Honey

inspiration Welcoming the Unknown

by Marlaina Donato

Ushering in a brand-new year can be filled with hope, but it can also feel as daunting as a blank sheet of paper. We might pause at the threshold with pen in hand, recounting past mistakes and failures, hesitant to make our mark. The unforeseen is like a stranger, easy to mistrust. Dreading the unknown can be a self-sabotaging habit that obstructs the view and keeps us wishing instead of living.

Nature’s great gift is her constancy of seasons, but she thrives on change. Despite the human propensity for clutching what is familiar and predictable, we do best by leaving the door ajar for the unexpected. If we are fortunate, we will have 12 more months to have another go at it.

Setting a place at the table for delight shifts our frequency from resistance to receiving our highest good, and swapping anxiety for excitement can be a spiritual practice during our most uncomfortable moments. Instead of making a resolution, what if we made the simple decision to not believe our fears?

With no concept of limitation or worry of scraped knees, we once learned to walk, happily undiscouraged when we stumbled. That first spark of eager curiosity remains deep in our memory, not confined to youth. Embracing possibility this year can be a subtle, mantra-in-motion as we go through our days, a cellular willingness to expect an outcome tailored specifically for us. Here are some prompts for embracing possibility:

Life is about change, sometimes it’s painful, sometimes it’s beautiful, but most of the time it’s both.

~Kristin Kreuk

n On scraps of paper, write down 12 things you have postponed doing or trying and keep them in a special canister. Pull one out each month and follow through with joyful anticipation.

n Witness the sunrise once a week and designate it as an opportunity to open your heart and mind to the new and glorious.

n Change things up in the kitchen: Buy new dishes and donate the old to a local thrift store. Try a new food every week and explore herbs and spices not usually in the cupboard.

n Notice something in your daily surroundings that might have gone unnoticed before.

Marlaina Donato is an author, painter and composer. Connect at WildflowerLady.com.

BRAIN POWER BOOSTERS

TIPS TO PRESERVE MEMORY AT ANY AGE

by Sheryl Kraft

Although it is completely normal to feel like our memories are failing us as we get older, this is not the time to panic. Regardless of age, it is always possible to learn, store and recall information, and there are numerous practices we can adopt to nourish and optimize our brains. Whether we’re looking for the car keys in all the wrong places or experiencing way too many tipof-the-tongue moments, it may be high time to adopt the brain-boosting recommendations by these four experts.

Eating for Cognitive Power

“Having a better memory now and in the future means taking care of your brain

and making the right lifestyle choices to slow down the aging process,” says Annie Fenn, M.D., founder of BrainHealthKitchen.com, who believes that what we choose to eat is one the most significant decisions we make each day.

Foods high in antioxidants like vitamins C and E, beta carotene and selenium have been shown to slow age-related memory loss. Think berries, grapes (which contain resveratrol, a memoryenhancing compound), beets, broccoli, almonds, avocados, carrots, eggs, salmon, onions and dark, leafy greens.

Avoid foods high in saturated and trans fats, which can increase “bad” cholesterol and lower “good” cholesterol.

HAVING A BETTER MEMORY NOW AND IN THE FUTURE MEANS TAKING CARE OF YOUR BRAIN AND MAKING THE RIGHT LIFESTYLE CHOICES TO SLOW DOWN THE AGING PROCESS.

~ANNIE FENN, M.D.

Studies findhat high cholesterol diets can increase the risk of memory loss, among other cognitive functions.

Whole grains and legumes like cracked wheat, whole-grain couscous and lentils are complex carbohydrates that boost the brain by providing a steady, sustained supply of glucose, and are high in folate, the memory-boosting B vitamin.

Finally, don’t forget to include culinary herbs like curcumin, rosemary, saffron, oregano and mint. They all help support brain health, especially saffron, which contains a potent constituent called crocin that is associated with slowing cognitive decline in human and animal studies.

Brain-Nourishing Supplements and Stress Reduction

Wendy Warner, M.D., the founder of Medicine in Balance, an integrative healthcare practice in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, recommends Ginkgo biloba (one of the oldest living tree species in the world) and ginseng, which have both been found to help enhance memory with their neuroprotective and antioxidant effects. Noting that the brain works best with adequate nourishment, she asserts that these supplements can play a role in increasing blood circulation to the brain, thus improving its function.

Also on her list are Bacopa monnieri for its antioxidant capacity, Rhodiola rosea for its neuroprotective and antioxidant effects and licorice (Glycirrhiza glabra) for its ability to increase circulation in the central nervous system.

Warner recommends regular stress management techniques like yoga, qigong and tai chi as well, noting, “These all help lower inflammation and cortisol (an inflammatory stress hormone) and have been shown to improve memory.”

Medicinal Herbs for Mental Clarity

Heather Houskeeper is a certified herbalist, long-distance hiker and author. When venturing out into the wild, she is able to spot and identify hundreds of medicinal herbs, including her favorite, top five memory boosters, starting with Ginkgo biloba, as well as:

ROSEMARY (Rosmarinus officinalis) supports healthy blood flow to the brain. It can be enjoyed through food, tea or diffused as aromatherapy.

ASHWAGANDHA (Withania somnifera), traditionally ingested as food or tea, can support mental alertness, focus and clarity of mind. Mix ashwagandha powder with warm milk, hot water or broth.

HOLY BASIL (Ocimum tenuiflorum) is rich in antioxidants and supports cerebral circulation. Enjoy this delicious and fragrant herb as tea up to three times per day, use in cooking or take as a tincture.

GOTU KOLA (Centella asiatica) is a restorative herb that can support alertness and mental clarity. It is also popularly used as a tea, tincture or extract for up to 14 days at a time.

Slumber Savvy

Insufficient sleep can result in a variety of cognitive problems, including memory loss. Those suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a common sleep disorder condition that affects breathing, should not ignore it.

High-quality sleep is key to reactivating memories, especially recalling the names of people we’ve recently met, according to Northwestern University researchers. Other experts have reported a strong association between sleep and the formation of memories. Strive for uninterrupted and deep sleep, as follows:

n The ideal amount for most adults is between seven and nine hours a night.

n Wind down before bed with a consistent routine like reading, stretching or meditation.

n Keep the bedroom cool—somewhere around 65° F— and dark.

n Shut off all electronics.

n Avoid late-day caffeine, alcohol and spicy, heavy meals too close to bedtime.

Treating OSA is important to improve both sleep and brain health, says Thomas M. Holland, M.D., of the Rush Institute for Healthy Aging, explaining, “Impaired sleep can lead to biochemical processes that can impact memory and cognition.”

Sheryl Kraft writes about health and wellness for Sage by Gaia and a variety of print and online media sources. Visit SherylKraft.com and SageByGaia.com to read more of her work.

FITNESS DELIVERED BENEFITS OF AN IN-HOME PERSONAL TRAINER

by Kirby Baldwin

It’s a new year—the perfect opportunity to set positive intentions for a fresh start. One of the most popular New Year’s resolutions is to be healthier, but according to research, only 46 percent of people that set such a goal are successful in keeping it at the six-month mark, largely due to having unrealistic expectations or not keeping track of progress. To detox from the holidays, look and feel better—and stick to a resolution without becoming another statistic—an in-home personal trainer may be the perfect solution.

Benefits of In-Home Personal Training

According to Jenna Scott, of J Scott Wellness, an American Council on Exercise-certified trainer and health coach who has worked as a personal trainer for more than 15 years, “The benefits to in-home training are countless. It takes many of the perceived (or not-so- perceived) obstacles out of the equation. From taking out travel time in our busy day to simply feeling more comfortable in our home, in-home training is a great alternative to the traditional gym.”

Because workouts are individually tailored to each client, they can be more efficient and effective. For those with busy schedules, in-home personal training provides the consistency needed to attain fitness goals with the added benefit of convenience—no commuting to a gym, waiting for equipment or finding child care. It can also be done at any hour of the day, rather than within the confines of a gym’s hours. Some people may be hesitant to go to a gym, and the privacy of working out in the comfort of a living room is a boon for those that feel self-conscious when exercising in a group environment.

The rapport that may develop between a trainer and client can provide the accountability and motivation to meet goals, and the gratification that comes from seeing results quickly can reinforce the behavior. It is much more difficult to get into a workout rut when there is another person present, continually customizing the workout program and providing motivation and inspiration.

Casey Mahoney, a busy mom and volunteer who works out with an in-home personal trainer, says, “The main benefits for me of working with an in-home trainer are accountability and comfort. There is something to be said for training in the comfort of your own home. It can also be a time saver! I know I can always find other things to fill my time and not make working out a priority. It is much harder to cancel on someone coming to your house than it is to cancel your trip to the gym!”

An added bonus to seeing quick physical gains is the mental fitness that comes

with it; numerous studies show that exercise causes the brain to release feel-good chemicals (endorphins) that make people feel happier and less stressed. Research also points to exercise as a source of more energy and an immune system boost. Because a personal trainer will take an individual’s health history into consideration—whether it’s a surgery, a physical limitation or the recent birth of a child—in-home personal training is beneficial for all levels of fitness, even beginners.

How to Get Started

According to Scott, “Do your research. Ask where they were certified and what type of insurance they carry. Don’t be afraid to ask questions.” Because a personal relationship is foundational to in-home personal training, it is important to find someone that makes us feel comfortable and motivates and inspires us to achieve goals and create positive changes.

In-home personal training comes at different price points. For those seeking a more affordable option, invite a couple of friends over to the house for a semi-private or small group training session. This format provides all the benefits of in-home personal training at a more accessible cost, with the added benefit of a more social environment.

Leveling up our physical fitness this new year will take dedication and commitment, and adopting an exercise program with the guidance of a personal trainer in the comfort of home may be the perfect strategy to stick to new, healthy habits for the long haul.

Kirby Baldwin is an editor and writer for the KnoWEwell Regenerative Whole Health hub.

green living

THE PERILS OF PLASTIC CLOTHING

EMBRACING SLOW FASHION AND SUSTAINABLE FABRICS

by Sandra Yeyati

Most clothes made today contain plastic. The non-biodegradable polymer is a major component of elastic waistbands and nylon sneakers. But by far, the largest fossil-fuel culprit is polyester, commonly used in shirts, pants, hoodies, dresses, jackets, underwear, socks, blankets and hats, according to Sewport, an online marketplace serving the garment industry.

In 2021, polyester comprised 54 percent of all new fabrics, according to Textile Exchange, a global nonprofit of fashion insiders promoting sustainability. Because it is inexpensive to make, this synthetic fiber is the darling of fast fashion which entices consumers to wear cheap garments a few times, throw them away and promptly buy replacements. Every year, an estimated 92 million tons of clothing end up in landfills worldwide; and in America, 85 percent of all textiles get discarded, according to Earth.org.

Environmental Costs of Plastic Clothes

Plastic produces greenhouse gases at every stage of its long life—from extraction, refining and manufacturing to transportation and waste management. Researchers have

found that washing polyester releases tiny synthetic microfibers into the water supply, harming marine life and contaminating human drinking water. It also breaks down into micro-plastics while languishing in landfills for hundreds of years.

The manufacture of polyester has social costs, too. According to Sewport, the vast majority of producers worldwide exploit uneducated people in impoverished countries, where workers are regularly exposed to highly toxic chemicals.

Recycled Plastic Textiles

Among conscientious environmentalists, there’s an aspirational trend toward textiles made of recycled plastic, such as Econyl. Patagonia promotes NetPlus material made from discarded fishing nets. Repreve transforms reclaimed water bottles into yarn that is used to make various garments. Currently, these eco-friendly textiles make up a tiny fraction of the global market; only 14 percent of all polyester was recycled in 2020.

Textile Exchange and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change’s Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action have launched an initiative to shift the market toward recycled polyester. But even recycled plastic garments shed micro-plastics when washed. Consider using a washing bag like Guppyfriend, which keeps micro-plastics from escaping, or choose items that aren’t washed as often, such as sneakers.

Better Fabric Choices

“Organic and more sustainable counterparts from almost all types of natural fibers, including cotton, linen, down and wool, are becoming available at retailers across the globe,” says La Rhea Pepper, managing director of the Textile Exchange. Here are notable fabric options that are kinder to the planet.

LYOCELL: Trademarked as Tencel, lyocell is made from sustainably sourced wood cellulose and used in denim, dress

shirts and underwear. Less water and lower-impact chemicals are used in manufacturing this material. It’s biodegradable and easily recycled.

ORGANIC OR RECYCLED COTTON: While conventional cotton is a natural fiber harvested from plants, it consumes an inordinate amount of water and involves the use of toxic chemicals. The better choices are organic cotton certified by the Global Organic Textiles Standards (GOTS), which requires less water and doesn’t use chemicals, or recycled cotton, which repurposes already existing fibers.

PLANT-BASED LEATHER: Companies making these animal-free alternatives using mushrooms, pineapples, bananas, apples, cacti and other vegetables are highly innovative and represent an exciting, emerging sector.

PEACE OR AHIMSA SILK: Silk is biodegradable and requires much less water and chemicals than cotton, but it’s traditionally made by boiling or gassing silkworms. The cruelty-free approach behind peace or Ahimsa silk is that moths are allowed to emerge naturally before their cocoons are harvested. Look for GOTS-certified silk to ensure humane manufacturing.

WOOL: Made from the fleece of sheep and other animals, wool is naturally biodegradable, regrows continually and can be harvested without harming animals. Still, industry players have been known to abuse animals, land and workers. Certifiers like the Responsible Wool Standard encourage better stewardship.

ORGANIC LINEN: Made from flax, linen requires little water, is biodegradable, moth-resistant and considered more eco-friendly than cotton.

ORGANIC HEMP: Humans have been harvesting hemp for thousands of years. It’s considered one of the most sustainable fibers because it requires very little water and no toxic chemicals to produce.

Living with the Complexity of Environmentalism

As the annual global textile market nears $1 trillion in value, the environmental stakes are enormous, and sustainable choices aren’t always easy to make. Ultimately, it’s the new clothes we don’t buy that will help our planet the most. Vow not to purchase fast fashion. Invest in well-made, longer-lasting clothing. Mend clothes to extend their lives. Shop at secondhand stores. Wash clothing less often to reduce the release of microplastics. Choose brands committed to responsible fabrics and transparent labeling.

Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer and editor. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

Health in a Smile

A HOLISTIC SOLUTION TO IMPAIRED MOUTH SYNDROME IN CHILDREN

by Brooke Goode

sleep apnea in non-obese children is a disorder of oral facial growth.”

IMS is an all-too-common condition that often goes undiagnosed, untreated or incorrectly treated. The result is a child that falls short of their full genetic potential and an adult that suffers recurring pain and fatigue. An underdeveloped maxilla—the upper jaw that also forms part of the nose and eye socket—can lead to a litany of symptoms, including teeth grinding, a weak chin and jaw pain, and may also impact the appearance of the face, causing imbalanced features. By contrast, a well-developed facial structure will support better breathing, sleep and postural alignment, and benefit from high cheekbones and full lips.

One of the first things we notice when we meet someone is their smile, so it is easy to understand why children with crowded teeth might be self-conscious when they encounter new people. But the condition is not just a cosmetic concern. “Teeth crowding are surface markers of structural chaos below,” says Felix Liao, DDS, author of Your Child’s Best Face: How to Nurture Top Health & Natural Glow. Dental crowding results from a deficiency in jaw growth, which can contribute to a partially stunted face, narrower airway, poor sleep and consequent learning and behavior problems.

According to a recent medical research review, its prevalence among children and adolescents is up to 84 percent. Fortunately, parents can take steps to nurture healthy dental/facial development in their children so that there is enough room for all 32 teeth to line up straight and for the tongue to operate between the two jaws without occupying the airway.

Crowded teeth are the tip of an iceberg called Impaired Mouth Syndrome (IMS), a term coined by Liao in 2017 for a wide-ranging set of medical, dental and mood problems in children, from sleep and growth disturbance to respiratory infections and poor focus. According to a 2013 study by the Stanford Sleep Center, “Pediatric obstructive

“Rarely does managing symptoms result in a healthy child,” says Ben Miraglia, DDS, a board member of the American Academy of Physiological Medicine & Dentistry. IMS symptoms improve when the jaws are activated to grow to their full potential. This is now possible with a partnership between parents and a new breed of dentists known as Airway-centered Mouth Doctors (AMD) that receive specialized training on the syndrome and its treatment.

These specialists work in the realm of whole health, looking at the interconnectedness of the body rather than individual body parts in isolation. They collaborate with other doctors and therapists, including myofunctional therapists that devise exercises for the mouth muscles and encourage nasal breathing. AMDs also work

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with dietitians to devise a bone-building diet free of the toxins, pollutants and chemicals found in processed foods that can impair normal facial development.

AMDs approach the condition without drugs or surgery, often without having to use braces which can result in a deflated mid-face. By designing retainer-like oral appliances to be placed over the teeth, they spur the growth and alignment of the jaws to help widen the airway and support sleep.

Mouth structure and jaw alignment are foundational to whole-body health in children, and Liao’s vision for achieving thriving health in kids includes these recommended steps:

n Early recognition by parents of IMS red flags in their child, including chapped lips, a weak chin, crooked teeth, dental cavities, disrupted sleep, slumped posture, fatigue, lethargy, hyperactivity and learning or behavior problems

n Diagnosis of an impaired mouth by a trained AMD

n Complying with AMD guidance, including the use of a professional oral expander appliance

n Eating a non-inflammatory, bone-building diet

n Following whole health team protocols to align the head, jaws and spine, and integrate mind, body and mouth

Growing the jaws is the groundbreaking solution to crowded teeth in children that parents have been hoping for. A plant will blossom more fully in sunshine than in shadow. The same can be said when it comes to a child’s smile and overall health.

Brooke Goode is the National Editor for KnoWEwell, the Regenerative Whole Health hub.

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Supports hydration of the colon.

Elimination of waste matter in the gut.

Approved preparation for colonoscopy.

Relief of IBS symptoms or Gastrointestinal problems such as bloating and constipation. Colonic Hydrotherapy reaches the full length of the large intestine for a better cleanse and benefits Improves Digestion Health. Enjoy the fresh, light feeling and enhanced energy levels that often comes from the treatment.

More than Skin Deep

HEALING THE HEARTBREAK OF PSORIASIS

by Lorraine Maita, MD

Psoriasis affects approximately 3 percent of the U.S. population.

According to Dr. Mark Hyman, founder of the Institute of Functional Medicine, the condition involves terrible suffering from scaly, itchy, inflamed and peeling skin; aching joints; burning genitals; broken nails; and the resulting depression that inevitably comes from such conditions—all of which explains why it is often referred to as “the heartbreak of psoriasis.”

The Cleveland Clinic describes psoriasis as an autoimmune condition of the skin. The immune system of people with psoriasis overreacts, causing inflammation and an overly rapid growth of new skin cells, which in turn causes a buildup on the surface that creates the appearance of scaling, but the effects are much more significant than cosmetic.

Psoriasis is associated with psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, autoimmune thyroiditis, lymphoma and cardiovascular disease. The National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) describes a link between psoriasis and cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome known as the “march of psoriasis”. Widespread inflammation may cause insulin resistance that triggers cells lining the blood vessels to malfunction, potentially leading to atherosclerosis and heart attack or stroke. The ailment also increases the risk of diabetes, obesity and high cholesterol.

Traditionally, psoriasis is treated with steroids and immunosuppressive drugs that can be harsh on the body and quite expensive while failing to address its root cause.

Alternatively, the functional medicine approach is to treat the disease’s underlying causes: inflammation and triggers.

“I have psoriasis,” says Dr. Brad Shook, a chiropractic physician and member of The Institute of Functional Medicine. “I worked hard, and I’ve had my psoriasis and my autoimmunity under control and in remission. Through functional medicine, we can identify these drivers and help you to unwind this process, heal your body and then through that process of healing, you learn what the triggers were.”

Psoriasis Triggers

Functional medicine practitioners use the acronym STAIN to categorize five triggers that activate inflammation and psoriasis: stress, trauma or toxins, antigens or adverse food reactions, inflammation or infections and nutrition. Removing these triggers allows for healing.

Stress

Psoriatic patients report worsening of symptoms with stress. Modulating the reaction to stress and adding relaxation techniques can calm the inflammatory response. Practicing relaxing activities such as deep belly breathing, yoga, tai chi, prayer, meditation, visualization, Heartmath, massage, acupuncture or biofeedback can relieve stress. Exercise can also release endorphins that reduce pain perception.

Trauma or Toxins

The NPF states that physical trauma can induce the development of psoriatic plaques. Toxins such as smoking and alcohol have been shown to increase the risk and severity of the disease. Obesity may also play a role in worsening symptoms because toxins are stored in fat, which emits inflammatory cytokines. It’s recommended to maintain ideal weight, abstain from smoking and alcohol consumption, and avoid trauma. Detoxifying and removing heavy metals can decrease the inflammatory response, as well.

believe that grief is not something to just “move on” from, but an aspect of life to learn from.

Antigens or Adverse Food Reactions

Studies show that a Western diet rich in sugar and fat leads to an imbalance in gut bacteria known as dysbiosis. These harmful bacteria may contribute to psoriasis. Allergens or reactions to food can cause increased intestinal permeability, or leaky gut. The most common triggers tend to be wheat and dairy.

The Chopra Center recommends the 4 R Gut Healing program. Removing foods patients are sensitive to is key to calming down the immune system, as well as avoiding sugar, wheat, dairy and processed foods. To improve the gut, replace digestive enzymes, replenish healthy bacteria with a probiotic and repair the gut lining with butyrate or L glutamine.

Inflammation or Infections

To diminish inflammation, modify the diet to include more anti-inflammatory omega-3 fats found in fish, avocado, nuts, seeds and olives, and fewer inflammatory omega-6 fats found in wheat and dairy. Look for and eradicate hidden infections. Decrease inflammation with a high-quality fish oil, curcumin, probiotics and a whole foods diet free of food sensitivities.

Nutrition

Studies show that having adequate amounts of vitamins A and D, fish oil, probiotics and zinc are important for maintaining both a healthy gut and a healthy immune response. Supplementation can be helpful in maintaining appropriate levels of these vital nutrients. Some patients using topical vitamin D products found they had effects similar to topical corticosteroids.

“When I started working at the Ultrawellness Center, I learned about how to address the root causes of a problem, not just the symptoms, and have found a new way of approaching psoriasis,” says Adonica Nichols, a psoriasis patient and a licensed practical nurse at the center, in Lenox, Massachusetts. “Living with psoriasis is still an everyday struggle for me, but I have implemented many of these changes in my diet and lifestyle over the past several months, and I am feeling better than I ever have.”

Psoriasis is a multifaceted, complex illness that may require a deeper look at the triggers. A functional medicine physician can offer a systematic approach to uncover and remove these triggers, helping patients heal from the heartbreak of psoriasis.

Board-certified in integrative, anti-aging and internal medicine, Lorraine Maita, MD is an award-winning functional medicine specialist and author in Short Hills, NJ. For more information, visit HowToLiveYounger.com.

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Cooling the Fire Within

HEALTHY EATING TIPS TO EASE CHRONIC INFLAMMATION

by Tom O’Bryan

Putting more thought into what we eat and why may be among the most important factors in determining how long we live. Researchers in Norway recently compared the long-term effects of a typical Western diet to an optimal one, and their findings can be a source for inspiration. The optimal diet had a substantially higher intake of whole grains, legumes, fish, fruits, vegetables and a handful of nuts, while reducing red and processed meats, sugar-sweetened beverages and refined grains.

According to their results, a sustained change from a typical Western diet to the better plan can make a big difference on life expectancy. Here are their predicted impacts on longevity for people after starting—and sticking to—an optimal diet:

Start at age 20—women add 8.4 to 12.3 years; men add 9.4 to 14.3 years

Start at age 60—women add 6.2 to 9.3 years; men add 6.8 to 10 years

Start at age 80—women and men add 3.4 years

So, it is never too late to start a positive activity.

This improved diet gets to the underlying causes of most of the reasons Americans die. According to the National Institutes of Health, 14 of the top 15 causes of death in 2019 were chronic inflammatory diseases. This means it is more than likely that the cause has existed for a long time under the surface

(chronic), with too much inflammation for too long (inflammatory), affecting the brain, cardiovascular system, blood sugar system or wherever there is a genetic weak link (disease). Rather than ask what the ailment is, ask, “Where is the longterm, hidden inflammation coming from that is fueling this disease?”

Dr. George Slavich, founding director of the Laboratory for Stress Assessment and Research at the University of California in Los Angeles, says that understanding when inflammation promotes either good or poor health and how and when to intervene to reduce inflammationrelated disease risk, “should be a top scientific and public priority.” Identifying and reducing individual triggers of inflammation opens a path to regenerating a healthier, younger individual.

Not all inflammation is bad. Timelimited increases in inflammation are critical for promoting wound healing and recovery, as well as reducing the spread of communicable infections. Humans would not have lived very long without a well-developed internal protection from threatening environmental triggers such as bugs, parasites, viruses, mold, fungus and bacteria. For better health outcomes, we need to address excessive systemic inflammation. There are many likely contributors to the fueling of inflammation, but one of the most common sources is what is on the end of our fork. Begin there.

LIFESTYLE HACK 1: If there is one prime directive for better health, it is to focus on living as much of an anti-inflammatory lifestyle as possible. Become more aware of the daily environmental exposures that ramp up inflammatory genes. Know, for example, what chemicals are used on the soil in which the food is grown or sprayed with before it is harvested. Then, armed with this knowledge, choose a better alternative, like organic and regenerative organic foods. As enough anti-inflammatory messages are accumulated, a reversal in the direction of health is possible.

Thermal Imaging May Provide Clues

LIFESTYLE HACK 2: Food is the most common source of gasoline on the fire of inflammation. Dr. Deanna Minich, president of the American College of Nutrition, recommends the Rainbow Diet, which acts like a fire extinguisher to put out the excess inflammatory fire in the body. Selecting multiple colors of fruits and vegetables at every meal tempers the inflammatory cascade. Strive over time to eat 50 different fruits or vegetables per week.

Begin today. Just bringing up to awareness the question, “Is this

food inflammatory or anti-inflammatory?” will feed our health habits, and over time, healthier habits equal a healthier life.

KnoWEwell Chief Health Officer Dr. Tom O’Bryan, DC, CCN, DACBN, is an internationally recognized expert on gluten, bestselling author and speaker focused on food sensitivities, environmental toxins and the development of autoimmune diseases. He is a chiropractic doctor, certified clinical nutritionist and the founder of TheDr.com.

ARTICHOKE AND SPINACH GREEK OMELET

YIELD: 4 SERVINGS

10 eggs

1 cup chopped artichoke hearts, packed in water

1 large tomato

4 oz fresh baby spinach, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

⅔ cup green olives, chopped

½ tsp dried thyme

½ tsp dried oregano

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 Tbsp coconut oil

In a large bowl, whisk together all the ingredients except the oil. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Pour the mixture into the skillet. After 1 to 2 minutes, when the omelet has begun to brown, fold it in half and continue to cook for another 1 to 2 minutes on each side until the center is cooked through. Serve immediately.

All recipes courtesy of Dr. Tom O’Bryan.

CURRY CHICKEN SALAD

YIELD: 4 SERVINGS

4 organic, boneless, chicken breasts

1 to 2 bay leaves

½ cup chopped celery

½ cup chopped walnuts

⅔ cup avocado mayonnaise

2 tsp gluten-free Dijon mustard

1 tsp curry powder

Sea salt and black pepper

Wash and pat dry the chicken. Add water to a steamer (per manufacturer’s instructions) and add bay leaves. Place the chicken in the steamer basket and steam for 45 to 50 minutes. Do not overcook. Allow to cool, then shred or chop.

In a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, walnuts, mayonnaise, mustard, and curry. Blend well with a fork, taste and season with salt and pepper.

Add the salad greens to plates and mound with the chicken salad. Garnish with parsley, avocado and pomegranate arils (seeds). If desired, drizzle salad greens with juice of a lemon and extra-virgin olive oil.

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ARTICHOKE

6 zucchinis, medium to large, firm and straight, cut into “noodles”

2 lb fresh, wild salmon fillets, skin removed

Sea salt and pepper

2 Tbsp high-heat cooking oil (avocado or grapeseed)

3 Tbsp olive oil

4 Tbsp shallots, minced

4 cloves garlic, minced

8 artichoke hearts (in water), quartered

1 lemon, zested and juiced

4 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Pinch of cayenne

6 slices crumbled, crispy turkey bacon; crispy bacon; or crispy pancetta

Zucchini can be fashioned into noodles one of two ways. For “fettuccine”, use a potato peeler to produce long, flat noodles or lengthwise ribbons. Peel off several from one side, then turn the zucchini and peel off more. Continue to turn and peel away ribbons, until reaching the seeds at the core of the zucchini, which can be discarded. For “spaghetti”, use a spiralizer, mandolin or knife. The spiralizer is the easiest option. With a mandolin, hook up the julienne attachment for perfectly formed noodles. If using a knife, cut the zucchini into thin slices, stack them up and cut again lengthwise into thin strips. Discard the core. Salt the zucchini noodles, let sit for a few minutes, then massage and squeeze the water out. Drain any excess liquid.

Season the salmon with salt and pepper. In a large pan, heat the avocado oil over medium to high heat. Add the salmon, top sidedown, and sear until golden and crispy, then turn over to finish cooking. Cover only with a splatter screen, or it will not get crispy. In a wok or large pan over medium heat, add the olive oil and shallots, and cook until soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the zucchini noodles, increase the heat to mediumhigh and cook for 2 minutes. Add the artichokes and lemon zest, stir to combine and cook for 1 minute. Turn off the heat and add the parsley, lemon juice and cayenne; stir to combine. Add the bacon and adjust seasonings to taste.

Distribute evenly on 4 plates or low bowls. Place the salmon on top and serve with extra lemon.

Reiki Sessions

in Panama City

Reiki helps us to understand that we are energy beings. Reiki brings about many physiological responses as the body and mind relax, allowing the body to repair and rejuvenate itself.

• Chakra and Energy Balancing

• Deep Relaxation

• Clarity of Mind

• Emotional Healing

• Spiritual Development

• Pain Control

Reiki Healing

Joni Johns

natural pet

Hidden Dangers in Pet Food

THE SCARY TRUTH ABOUT TOXIC INGREDIENTS

by Karen Becker

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Among the many reasons to switch from ultra-processed diets to fresh food for our furry family members, unwanted toxins are high on the list. Because pet food manufacturers are not required to conduct quality control testing, consumers never know exactly what toxins their dogs and cats are inadvertently ingesting. According to PetFoodIndustry.com, “Some level of

contamination is unavoidable.” Here is a look at the most common toxins found in many popular pet foods.

ARSENIC is used in herbicides, insecticides, wood preservatives and insulation, as well as in chicken feed in factory farms. According to Greg Aldrich, Ph.D., associate professor and pet food program coordinator at Kansas State University,

The measured presence of arsenic in pet foods does not equate to toxicity for this naturally occurring earth element.” While this may be true, bioaccumulation can do significant damage over time if sublethal doses are consistently consumed. The gastrointestinal tract, liver, kidneys, lungs, blood vessels and skin are most vulnerable to arsenic damage, which interferes with hormones and causes cancer and

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death. To help pets with elevated arsenic levels, try iodine- and selenium-rich foods, including sea vegetables and Brazil nuts; sulfurous foods like garlic; alpha lipoid acid; and N-acetylcysteine.

MERCURY is released into the air and waterways primarily through burning coal, and seafood is the most common route of exposure. It is best not to feed pets an exclusive diet of fish protein. On the other hand, seafood contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential to a pet’s well-being. Consider feeding them low-mercury options like wild-caught salmon, sardines packed in water, mussels or rainbow trout in rotation with other proteins, or supplementing their diet with krill oil or an omega-3 fatty acid that is third-party validated as contaminantfree and sustainably sourced. Mercury detoxification can be achieved by using chlorella and cilantro.

POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYL (PCB) and POLYBROMINATED DIPHENYL ETHER (PBDE) are used as fire retardants and can bioaccumulate at high levels in large, predatory fish at the top of the food chain like tuna, tilefish, king mackerel, shark and swordfish. Research suggests that cats are especially sensitive to PBDEs and PCBs found at high levels in both canned and dry pet foods. Although PCBs were banned in the U.S. in 1979, they are still used elsewhere in the world and continue to pollute the oceans. These fat-soluble toxins can be cleared through the bowels, so add fibrous veggies and chlorophyll-containing foods or supplements to the pet bowl.

BISPHENOL A (BPA) is used in plastics and coatings inside pet food cans. It imitates the body’s hormones, especially estrogen, in ways that are damaging to the health of both humans and animals. A 2017 study conducted by researchers at the University of Missouri concluded that even a short-term (two-week) feeding of canned dog food resulted in a three-fold increase of BPA in dogs. Avoid canned

pet foods and #7 plastic food and water bowls and storage bins. Provide ongoing BPA detoxification support by offering foods rich in Lactobacillus acidophilus (kefir and yogurt) and glutathione-rich foods, including culinary and medicinal mushrooms.

DIOXINS, a byproduct of industrial processes, can disrupt the signaling of both male and female sex hormones in the body. They’re found in much of the U.S. food supply, including factoryproduced meat, fish, milk, eggs and butter. Offer pets organic food whenever possible. Because dioxins are fat-soluble, they are stored in adipose tissues. Try the Ayurvedic practice of lipophilic-mediated detoxification, which uses healthy fats, including ghee, coconut and MCT oil, to pull out fat-stored toxins.

AFLATOXIN contamination has been the cause of several pet food recalls and major disease outbreaks for more than 20 years. Known to cause acute toxic illness and cancer, they are naturally occurring mycotoxins produced by fungi in agricultural crops. Corn, peanuts and cottonseed have the highest rate of aflatoxin contamination. Aflatoxicosis is more common in dogs than cats because commercial dog food more often contains corn. Many animal studies demonstrate the efficacy of using ginger, thyme, broccoli, turmeric and carrots for aflatoxin detoxification.

The only way to know exactly what a pet is eating is to buy the ingredients and prepare nutritionally complete meals at home. When choosing a commercial pet food, make sure that it contains humangrade ingredients and that manufacturers employ quality control steps in their operations to test for contaminants.

Veterinarian Karen Becker, DVM, has spent her career empowering animal guardians in making knowledgeable decisions to extend the life and well-being of their animals. For more information, visit DrKarenBecker.com

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Natural Virus Killer Copper can stop a virus

before it starts

By Doug Cornell

Scientists have discovered a natural way to kill germs fast.

Now thousands of people are using it against viruses and bacteria that cause illness.

Colds and many other illnesses start when viruses get in your nose and multiply. If you don’t stop them early, they spread and cause misery.

Hundreds of studies confirm copper kills viruses and bacteria almost instantly just by touch.

That’s why ancient Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. They didn’t know about viruses and bacteria, but now we do.

“The antimicrobial activity of copper is well established.” National Institutes of Health.

Scientists say copper’s high conductance disrupts the electrical balance in a microbe cell and destroys it in seconds.

The EPA recommended hospitals use copper for touch surfaces like faucets and doorknobs. This cut the spread of MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives.

The strong scientific evidence gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea. He made a smooth copper probe

with a tip to fit in the bottom of the nostril, where viruses collect.

When he felt a tickle in his nose like a cold about to start, he rubbed the copper gently in his nose for 60 seconds.

“It worked!” he exclaimed. “The cold never happened. I used to get 2-3 bad colds every year. Now I use my device whenever I feel a sign I am about to get sick.”

He hasn’t had a cold in 10 years.

Users say:

“It works! I love it!”

“I can’t believe how good my nose feels.”

“Is it supposed to work that fast?” “One of the best presents ever.”

“Sixteen flights, not a sniffle!”

“Cold sores gone!”

“It saved me last holidays. The kids all got sick, but not me.”

“I am shocked! My sinus cleared, no more headache, no more congestion.”

“Best sleep I’ve had in years!”

After his first success with it, he asked relatives and friends to try it. They all said it worked, so he patented CopperZap® and put it on the market.

Soon hundreds of people had tried it. 99% said copper worked if they used it right away at the first sign of germs, like a tickle in the nose or a scratchy throat.

Longtime users say they haven’t been sick in years. They have less stress, less medical costs, and more time to enjoy life.

Soon people found other things they could use it against.

Colds Flu

Virus variants

Sinus trouble

Cold sores

Fever blisters

Canker sores

Strep throat Night stuffiness

Morning congestion

Nasal drip

Infected sores

Infected wounds Styes Warts Ringworm Other microbial threats

The handle is curved and textured to increase contact. Copper can kill germs picked up on fingers and hands after you touch things other people have touched.

The EPA says copper works just as well when tarnished.

Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the science teams. He placed millions of viruses on a copper surface. “They started to die literally as soon as they touched it.”

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Go to www.CopperZap.com or call toll-free 1-888-411-6114. Buy once, use forever.

Statements are not intended as product health claims and have not been evaluated by the FDA. Not claimed to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

New research: Copper kills viruses in seconds.

calendar of events

NOTE: All calendar events must be received via email by the 10th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. Email Publisher@NaturalAwakenings NWF.com for guidelines and to submit entries. Or visit NaturalAwakenings NWF.com/advertising to submit online.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 6

Yoga for Clarity w/ Max – 10am. Develop calm awareness through grounding and balance with this class of steady and mindful flow focus. Ever’man Cooperative Grocery & Café, 9-Mile, 1000 E 9-Mile Rd. Pensacola. Instructor: 815762-0889.

MONDAY, JANUARY 9

Health Education Classes with Humana: Simple Steps to Boost Your Immunity – 9am. Learn simple steps to boost your immunity this winter season. Health education class presented by Christopher Cardinal, Humana. Refreshments provided. The program is free and open to the public. Panama City Beach Public Library, 12500 Hutchison Blvd. PCB. 850-233-5055.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 12

Winter Guest Fest, presented by Tammy's Journeys – 8am. Snowbirds, Sunbirds, and Seasonal Stayers have flocked to this event for over 20 years. Guests will be delighted to see some of their favorite businesses, along with a few new vendors represented at the event. Vendor categories represented include; dining, attractions, healthcare, accommodations, and more. Guest Admission is only $2 per person, payable in cash at the door. The Christian Life Center at First Baptist Church, 21 First St, SE, FWB. 850-244.-191

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18

Yoga with Kasey from Navarre Beach Yoga Studio 2023 Snowbirds – 10am. Santa Rosa County Tourists Development Office

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20

Rediscovering Freedom: Keys to Understanding Pain Syndromes – 11am-5pm. This session with Doug Keller begins with an introduction to themes for the training on rediscovering freedom:

the role of joint play and the arthrokinetic reflex in pain syndromes and movement limitations, and what that means for a more insightful understanding of yoga practice. The training will then cover new insights into how the feet work and their impact on the health of the knees and hips. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St, Ste 2, FWB. DragonflyYoga.com.

Understanding Trauma for Safer Facilitation: Foundations of Trauma Informed Yoga and Embodied Practices Training – 6-8pm. This training is about understanding all of the layers of trauma—physical, emotional, cognitive—how they are connected, and how we can intervene if and when trauma shows up in our spaces. Trauma is part of the human condition; however, the more we know how to support survivors, the braver our spaces can be for restoration. Lovelock Healing Arts in Pensacola, FL 213 South Baylen St, Ste A, Pensacola. 850-637-9496.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 21

Loving the Low Back: The Core and the Psoas –11am-5pm. The day with Doug Keller begins with a warm-up practice, focusing on movement from the core and centering the psoas. What follows will be a deeper inquiry into the psoas, core and low back, with experiential exercises for releasing the psoas by joining movement and breath. This practice will also guide students into an exploration of shoulder health, which will be continued on Sunday. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St, Ste 2, FWB. DragonflyYoga.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 22

Keys to the Shoulder Girdle: Opening the Wings of the Breath – 11am-5pm. Doug Keller 's class explain the shoulder girdle's three moving parts—the collarbone, shoulder blade, and armbone (humerus). For healthy, pain-free movement of the shoulders, all three parts must work together well.

During this class, students will examine the roles each of these parts and their joints when it comes to shoulder aches and pains. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St, Ste 2, FWB. DragonflyYoga.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 24

Exploring Yoga Nidra – 7:30-8:30pm. 1/24 & 2/7. Yoga Nidra is sometimes referred to as “sleep yoga”, however, the practice has much deeper layers that include the discovery of our heartfelt mission and desire, how we can build intention to achieve those goals, and maintaining our safe container through resources that assist us in staying present during difficult times. This class will explore techniques from both traditional methodologies created by Swami Satyananda Sarawati, and more modern, trauma-informed methods from Dr. Richard Miller’s iRest approach. $15. LovelockHealingArts, 213 South Baylen Street, Suite A, Pensacola. 850-637-9496. Healing-Motion.org.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25

Small Group Somatic Coaching – 11am-noon and 5-6pm, online via Zoom. 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15. Learn and adopt mind/body therapy and practices for mental health support. In these sessions, you will learn tools for nervous system self-regulation, and experience body-based interventions to reduce stress and anxiety. Learn preventative methods for mental health support. Learn how to support the integration of safety and embodiment sensations. Build awareness both physically and emotionally. Create a resilience routine. $125 4/sessions. HealingMotionKW@gmail.com. Healing-Motion.org.

Qi Gong for Winterfd – 6:30pm. Winter is a time of rest and rejuvenation of our mind, body, and spirit. Just like the earth goes quiet to make way for spring growth, our own beings need time to accumulate and balance the ebb and flow of our vital energy. Classes will include methodical Qi Gong movement series, meditative practices, and short informational discussions. All levels. Lovelock Healing Arts, 213 South Baylen St, Ste A, Pensacola. 850-637-9496

SATURDAY JANUARY 28

Fore Her's Pink Walk & 5K – 6am. The community is invited to walk or run with friends and family, wear pink, and have fun while raising funds for breast cancer patients in financial need. Attendees will enjoy an After Party with music, a photo booth, prizes and food samples. All registered breast cancer survivors can enjoy the VIP Survivors’ Lounge featuring special treats including hand massages, and more. The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin.

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ongoing events

sunday

30A Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Closed 12/25/2022 and 1/1/2023. Find local grass-fed beef; whole chickens; eggs; goat milk; cheese; produce; hydroponic lettuce; herbs; microgreens; local and regional honey, including Tupelo honey; homemade from scratch breads, pies and pastries; pickled veggies; jams; salsas; BBQ sauces; pesto sauce; tuna and shrimp dips; and the best Maryland crab cakes you have ever had. In addition, beautifully handcrafted soaps. Free. 28 N Barrett Sq, Rosemary Beach. 850499-4697. 30AFarmersMarket@gmail.com. 30AFarmersMarket.com

Free Yoga in Maritime Park – 9:30-10:30am. First Sun of the month. Sponsored by Breathe Yoga and Wellness Center, this one-hour yoga

class is open to all ages and experience levels. BYOM (bring your own mat), water, and other props you enjoy. Community Maritime Park, 301 W Main St, Pensacola. Facebook.com/PlayPColaParks.

Community Yoga Class – 4:30-5:30pm. Enjoy a yoga class and support a charity at the same time, with donations for this class going to PAWS, Children in Crisis, Headstart, Southern Dog Rescue and more. Donations accepted. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St, Ste 2, FWB. DragonflyYoga.com.

monday

Veterans Talking Circle – noon-1pm. For and by veterans discussing veteran issues that affect your daily life. Free. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-863-1044. RootsShoppe.com.

Celebrate Recovery – 6pm. Open to everyone as a safe place to heal from hurts, habits and hang-ups. This is a 12-step program that uses the traditional steps and 8 Principles in the Beatitudes from the bible. We recognize Jesus Christ as our higher power. Dinner is also available from 5:155:45pm, $5-adults, $3-children, and no one turned away. Community Life Church, 4115 Soundside Dr, Gulf Breeze. Facebook.com/CRatCommunityLifeChurch/

tuesday

Okaloosa County Farmers’ Market – 7am-2pm. Tue, Thur & Sat. Find seasonal vegetables, fruits and flowers. Free. 1954 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach. 850-689-5850.

Downtown FWB Farmers’ Market – 8am-1pm. 2nd and 4th Sat. Find seasonal vegetables, fruits, handcrafted jams, hot sauces and local honey. Free. 139 Brooks St SE, FWB.

Refuge Recovery Meeting – 6:30-7:30pm. A Buddhist-oriented, non-theistic recovery program offering recovery from all forms of addiction. Free. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. RefugeRecovery.org.

Let’s Talk about Gut Health (Zoom) – 7pm. Weekly discussions about gut health and why it matters. Also, we will discuss the science of the microbiome and disease. Free. Email to register: PCBPlexus@gmail.com.

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wednesday

‘Movers’ & ‘Shakers’ Low Impact Dance Fitness – 9-9:45am. Wed. Join instructor Emily Mixon for an interactive and low impact dance class for seniors 55+. Free. Bayview Senior Center, 2000 E Lloyd Street, Pensacola. 850-436-5190.

friday

Walton County Farmers Market – 1-5pm. Find locally grown fruits; vegetables; grass-fed meat; local vendors; and small businesses. Free. 3001 Brown Rd, Defuniak Springs. 850-834-2084. PonceDeLeonFL.com.

saturday

Grand Lagoon Farmers Market – 8am-1pm. Stroll the docks of the historical Capt. Anderson’s Marina while sampling the region’s local makers, bakers, and growers. Free. 5551 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City Beach. 850-481-6848.

30A Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Find local grass-fed beef, whole chickens, eggs, goat milk, cheese, produce, hydroponic lettuce, herbs and microgreens. Also, the best honey, including Tupelo honey; homemade from scratch bread, pies and pastries; pickled veggies; jams; salsas; BBQ sauces; pesto sauce; tuna and shrimp dips; and the best Maryland crab cakes you have ever had. In addition, beautiful arts and crafts, including fusion glass, jewelry, handmade stationery and beautiful soaps. Free. 30A Farmers’ Market at Palm Plaza, 1003 John Sims Pkwy, Niceville. 850-499-4697. 30AFarmersMarket@gmail.com. 30AFarmersMarket.com.

Grand Boulevard Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Find grass-fed beef, whole chickens, eggs, goat milk, cheese, produce, hydroponic lettuce, herbs and microgreens. Also, the best honey, including Tupelo honey; homemade from scratch breads, pies and pastries; pickled veggies; jams; salsas; BBQ sauces; pesto sauce; tuna and shrimp dips; and the best Maryland crab cakes you have ever had. In addition, beautifully handcrafted soaps. Free. Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, 600 Grand Blvd (in Grand Park between Tommy Bahama and Cantina Laredo), Miramar Beach. 850-499-4697. 30AFarmersMarket@gmail.com. GrandBoulevardFarmersMarket.com.

Seaside Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Small, but definitely worth visiting, this beach-front market offers local pasture-raised beef; fresh local produce; homemade bread and bakery items; local and regional honey; heirloom eggs; local berries; pickled veggies; crab cakes; and locally-made kombucha. Free. 2235 East County Hwy 30A, SRB.

Niceville Florida Community Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Local and regional produce, honey, mushrooms, farm fresh eggs, bakery items, teas, fresh local seafood and hand-crafted jewelry. Free. Palm Plaza, 1003 C. John Sims Pkwy, Niceville.

Palafox Market – 9am-2pm. Find live plants; local fruit; vegetables; herbs; fine art; and antiques. Free. Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza on N Palafox St between Wright St and Garden St, Pensacola. 850-434-5371. PalafoxMarket.com.

Body, Mind, Spirit Market – 10am-4pm. First Sat of the month. The Ever'man Cooperative Grocery & Cafe and Ericka Boussarhane of Empowerment Schoolhouse bring together local vendors, artisans, wellness practitioners, speakers, and more for an indoor/outdoor event for the entire family. Free. Ever'man Cooperative Grocery, 315 W Garden Street, Pensacola. 850-941-4321. Facebook.com/EmpowermentSchoolHouse.

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BUSINESS FOR SALE

A NATURAL FOOD AND HEALTH STORE – Old Thyme Remedies, Inc. has been a family-owned S Corporation in the same location in Pensacola since 2011, serving the Gulf Coast area's need for organically grown & harvested skin care ingredients, cooking spices, medicinal herbs & tea blends, with single herb remedies and specific formulas to address personal health concerns. Please text interest and contact information to 850-516-7655.

EVENT SPACE

UNITY OF PENSACOLA RENTAL FACILITY AVAILABLE – Beautiful historical sanctuary that seats up to 300 and/or our Fellowship Hall with tables and chairs for up to 65, stage and kitchen area. Weddings, reunions, networking events. For more information, call 850-438-2277. UnityOf Pensacola.org.

SERVICES

KELLEY’S HANDYMAN – John and Sherri Kelley, owners are BBB members, licensed and insured to perform all types of repairs including cabinets, painting, drywall, trim, bathrooms, and kitchen. Honest and affordable we provide estimates you can count on. 850-378-6262. KelleyHandyman@ gmail.com. KelleyHandyman.com.

SPIRITUAL COUNSELING AND COACHING – Spiritual counseling and coaching available with Rev Jamie Sanders. Metaphysical approach, meditation and affirmative prayer. Jamie1118@aol.com. 850-438-2277.

WEDDING SERVICE

BEAUTIFUL MARRIAGE CEREMONIES

– Spiritual marriage ceremonies with Rev Jamie Sanders at Unity of Pensacola or your location of choice. Packages available. 850-438-2277. UnityPNS.org.

YOGA APPAREL

WILD FLIER BOUTIQUE – Carrying unique yoga apparel, jewelry and accessories with men's and women's coastal fashion. Gifts for everyone. 127 Harbor Blvd 3B, Destin. 850687-3023.

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ACUPUNCTURE

NAVARRE ACUPUNCTURE AND WELLNESS

Pamela Purser, AP, LAc, 7287 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre 850-710-3288 Navacuwell.com

Navarre Acupuncture and Wellness offers quality acupuncture and Chinese herbology, cupping therapy, moxibustion and Acupuncture Injection Therapy.

BEAUTY

ORGANIC CONCEPTS BY CAMY AT LE VOGUE SALON

609 W Chase St, Pensacola 850-582-0177

CamyKilker@gmail.com

Providing an organic solution to beauty in a world full of chemicals. Organic Salon Systems gives you clean and healthy hair with ammoniafree hair color and chemicalfree styling products. See ad, page 41

ASTRID SLAUGHTER

Organic Color Specialist

Inside Le Vogue Salon 609 W Chase St, Pensacola Text 850-602-4497

Holistic haircare, natural looking color, styles, hi-lites, cuts. Your place for happy healthy hair. Text Astrid, your organic color specialist. See ad, page 8.

BODY CONTOURING

SCULPSURE BODY CONTOURING

Karen Kennedy, MD

1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Ste 201, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre

KarenKennedyMD.com

SculpSure is a non-surgical laser treatment for the reduction of stubborn fat in areas like the abdomen, love handles, back, and inner and outer thighs; and chin contouring. Amazing results with zero down time and without drugs. See ad, page 2

BRAIN HEALTH

MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC

(Located inside Path to Wellness)

240 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-597-8787

MindPerformanceCenter.com

Our non-invasive, drug-free approach helps brain injury patients improve speech, balance, limb and finger control, memory and mental focus, plus the restoration of personality traits. See ad, page 9.

BREAST SCREENING

RADIANT BODY THERMOGRAPHY

Candace Parmer Clinical Thermographic Technician 503-775-1812

RadiantBodyThermography.com

Call to learn how we can assist you and your doctor in protecting breasts from disease, excess hormonal activity and overdiagnosis breast cancer. See ad, page 39.

GOLDEN ALMOND

HEALTH FOOD STORE

339 Racetrack Rd NW, Ste 3, FWB 850-863-5811 • GoldenAlmond.com

Hours: M-F 9-6, S 10-5, Closed Sun

Providing the largest selection of CBD oils, tinctures, sprays, softgels, balms and vape liquid in the area, including high-dose options for pain, anxiety, sleep and much more. See ad, page 3.

OLIVE LEAVES HEALTH FOOD CENTER

In the Publix Shopping Center 634 W 23rd St, Panama City 850-763-8871 • OliveLeavesPC.com

Olive Leaves provides the best CBD oil and hemp products from Carun and 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 47.

CHIROPRACTIC

BLUEWATER CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

Dr Letitia Smith, DC 4400 Hwy 20 E, Niceville 850-897-1177

BluewaterChiropractic.com

Quality chiropractic care for infants, children and adults. Providing support for you to fulfill your health goals and reach overall wellness naturally. Also offering lumbar decompression, massage therapy and nutritional education

COASTAL MEDICAL INTEGRATION

Sheila Decker DC, MS, CAC

Barbara Wade, MD 3481 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze 850-903-1708

Providing highly specialized chiropractic care for all ages, focusing on the entire body to treat chronic and acute conditions and improve quality of life. See ad, page 5.

We know that food is a medicine, perhaps the most powerful drug on the planet with the power to cause or cure most disease.

~Dr. Mark Hyman

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 23 years’ experience in pediatrics, sports and automobile injuries. Most insurance accepted and affordable cash plans.

DR TONY SALAMAY,DC, MS, FASA

520 N Macarthur Ave, Panama City 850-785-9372

TheBayDoctor.com

Treating conditions through chiropractic, functional neurology and clinical nutrition, such as fibromyalgia and thyroid issues. We treat the root causes and not just masking your symptoms. Always accepting new patients

DR GABRIEL WATERMAN, DC

850-565-9600

Info@DiscoverDynamic.com

DiscoverDynamic.com

Dr. Gabriel and his team focus on the nervous system: the brain, spinal cord, nerves and the spinal structure that protects this delicate system—essential to the body’s ability to function, restore and preserve health. We help individuals and families overcome health obstacles and reach their fullest health potential. See ad, page 8

CLEANING PRODUCTS

NORWEX

Abbie Robinson 850-341-9211

AbbieRobinson.norwex.biz

A deeper clean with only water for a healthier home with fewer harmful chemicals, less plastic and less worry. Text or call Abbie for more information. ad, page 39.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

SHARALEE HOELSCHER, RCST

Certified Rolfer (MA34039)

Registered CranioSacral Therapist 850-450-8508

HealingWithBodywork.com

Get out of pain once and for all. Treat the source, not the symptom. Enjoy moving freely in a more organized, comfortable and balanced body. See ad, page 12

COLON IRRIGATION

COYLE INSTITUTE

9295 Scenic Hwy, Pensacola 850-637-8258

CoyleInstitute.com

Colon Hydrotherapy (CHT)—a safe process for colon cleansing. CHT works by gently introducing warm water into the colon for the purpose of softening and eliminating waste. Under the direction of Dr. Michael Coyle, DO, our patients are in the best possible hands. Call to schedule your session today. See ad, page 33

COUNSELING & MENTAL HEALTH

HEALING MOTION

Kirsten Wilkinson, MA, TCTSY-F, E-RYT 500, RCYT HealingMotionKW@gmail.com

A private practice that offers somatic therapy, coaching, and embodied practices that support mental health through nervous system self-regulation, lifestyle choices, diet balance, and personalized wellness programs. See ad, page 29.

DEMENTIA

MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC

(Located inside Path to Wellness) 240 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-597-8787

MindPerformanceCenter.com

Our non-invasive, drug-free approach helps dementia patients that originally scored in the teens on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment be restored to the point of scoring normal (26-30). See ad, page 9.

DENTISTRY

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 night’s 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 and CO2 laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ads, pages 15 and 55.

DEPRESSION

MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC

(Located inside Path to Wellness) 240 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-597-8787

MindPerformanceCenter.com

Offering Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Brainsway—a proven tool in the fight against depression that is non-invasive, painless and drug-free) with functional medicine and brain pathway rehabilitation for the most robust changes possible. See ad, page 9.

Awakenings of Northwest Florida

FARMERS’ MARKETS

30A FARMERS’ MARKETS

850-499-4697

30AFarmersMarket.com

Locations:

•Rosemary Beach Town Center 28 N Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach 9am-1pm Sundays (Year Round)

•30A Farmers’ Market at Palm Plaza 1003C John Sims Pwy, Niceville 9am-1pm Saturdays (Year Round)

•Sandestin

Grand Boulevard Hwy 98 600 Grand Blvd, Miramar Beach 9am-1pm Saturdays (Year Round)

Serene, beautiful, distinctive and exclusive is the best way to describe the 30A Farmers’ Market Family. European and coastal-inspired markets feature local farmers, makers, bakers, and specialty vendors in an inviting market experience. See ad, page 23.

FOOD & SUPPLEMENTS

EARTHQUAKE EDDIE BEE

Pollen Based Nutritional Supplements 112 E Shipwreck Rd, Santa Rosa Beach 850-582-6765 Info@EEBSF.com

We utilize bee pollen, Royal Jelly and other plant-based foods that are full of lifesustaining nutrients in all of our formulations. Our formulations include a generous portion of bee pollen due to its active role in promoting a strong immune system, increased energy and an overall feeling of good health. See ad, page 31.

GOLDEN ALMOND HEALTH FOOD STORE

339 Racetrack Rd NW, Ste 3, FWB 850-863-5811 • GoldenAlmond.com

Hours: M-F 9-6, S 10-5, Closed Sun

Natural supplements, herbs, skin care and essential oils, plus organic and specialty foods. In-store 100% organic café (weekdays 9-4) with juices, smoothies, etc. Very knowledgeable staff. See ad, page 3.

HONEYMED

Rosemary and Grand Blvd Farmers’ Market 850-797-2786 HoneyMedBiz@gmail.com HoneyMedBiz.com

HoneyMed is a delicious blend of raw honey and three powerful superfoods: turmeric, ginger and cayenne pepper. HoneyMed is true nature’s medicine with antiinflammatory, antibacterial, revitalizing and immunity-boosting properties. See ad, page 23

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 47.

HANDYMAN

KELLEY HANDYMAN SERVICES LLC

John and Sherri Kelley-Owners KelleyHandyman@gmail.com 850-378-6262 KelleyHandyman.com

BBB members, licensed and insured to perform all types of Handy Man repairs including cabinets, painting, drywall, trim, bathrooms and kitchens. Honest, affordable and with a smile we provide estimates you can count on. See ad, page 10.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

HEALING MOTION

Kirsten Wilkinson, MA, TCTSY-F, E-RYT 500, RCYT HealingMotionKW@gmail.com

A private practice that offers somatic therapy, coaching, and embodied practices that support mental health through nervous system self-regulation, lifestyle choices, diet balance and personalized wellness programs. See ad, page 29.

HOLISTIC MEDICINE

EMPATHIC PRACTICE

2701 N 12th Ave, Pensacola Pensacola • 850-777-3334

Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us

Empathic Practice is focused on wellness beyond medication. We believe that mindfulness, not medication alone, will lead you to your best self. Compassionate care for a new path to healing. See ad, page 35.

HEALING MOTION

Kirsten Wilkinson, MA, TCTSY-F, E-RYT 500, RCYT HealingMotionKW@gmail.com

A private practice that offers somatic therapy, coaching, and embodied practices that support mental health through nervous system self-regulation, lifestyle choices, diet balance and personalized wellness programs. See ad, page 29.

KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board-Certified Gynecologist

1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre

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 an appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 2

AND RECOVERY

Erin C Mayfield, DO, DipABLM, DipAOBOG Pensacola, Ft Walton, Panama City

LifestyleMedicineWellnessAndRecovery.com

A personalized way to improve your health with a focus on nutrition, fitness, sleep health, stress management and thriving relationships with less emphasis on prescribing drugs or recommended supplements. For affordability and your conveneince and privacy, lifestyle and culinary coaching programs are delivered through a telemedicine platform. See ad, back cover.

DR TONY SALAMAY, DC, MS, FASA

520 N Macarthur Ave, Panama City 850-785-9372

TheBayDoctor.com

Treating conditions through chiropractic, functional neurology and clinical nutrition such as fibromyalgia and thyroid issues. We treat the root causes and not just masking your symptoms. Always accepting new patients.

HOME REPAIR

KELLEY HANDYMAN SERVICES LLC

John and Sherri Kelley-Owners

KelleyHandyman@gmail.com 850-378-6262

KelleyHandyman.com BBB members, licensed and insured to perform all types of Handy Man repairs including cabinets, painting, drywall, trim, bathrooms, and kitchens. Honest, affordable and with a smile we provide estimates you can count on. See ad, page 10.

HORMONE THERAPY

AGELESS SOLUTIONS

Cave, MD • Barber, MD Janis Cook, RN 8990 Ortego Park Dr, Navarre 850-529-0770

Ageless Navarre.com

We offer multiple techniques and programs to get you on the right track to better health and a better body. Our services include behavioral therapies, nutritional strategies, hormone replacement pellet therapy, stem cell therapy, prescription medications and, best of all, the support of a caring staff. See ad, page 48.

COASTAL MEDICAL INTEGRATION

Sheila Decker DC, MS, CAC

3481 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze 850-903-1708

Decreased libido and energy may be related to low testosterone. Confidential evaluation and treatment provided, ensuring levels are optimal for you. Treatment given in-office or at home. See ad, page 5.

KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board Certified Gynecologist 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre

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 an appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 2

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, great benefits. Experience it for yourself. See ad, page 25.

HYPNOSIS

BAYSIDE HYPNOSIS

700 S Palafox St, Ste 200A, Pensacola Michelle@BaysideHypnosis.com BaysideHypnosis.com

A full-service weight-loss, smoking-cessation, and anxietyreduction center. We also help people with changing habits, personal development, confidence and self esteem improvement. See ad, page 4.

IRIDOLOGY

MYEYEREAD

Jessica Halpern 850-743-5115 MyEyeRead.com

A nationally recognized company specializing in Iridology readings to enhance physical, emotional and spiritual health. See ad, page 13.

LIFESTYLE MEDICINE

52 Natural Awakenings of Northwest Florida www.NaturalAwakeningsNWF.com

LIFESTYLE MEDICINE

WELLNESS AND RECOVERY

Erin C Mayfield, DO, DipABLM, DipAOBOG Pensacola, Ft Walton, Panama City

LifestyleMedicineWellnessAndRecovery.com

A personalized way to improve your health with a focus on nutrition, fitness, sleep health, stress management and thriving relationships with less emphasis on prescribing drugs or recommended supplements. For affordability and your conveneince and privacy, lifestyle and culinary coaching programs are delivered through a telemedicine platform. See ad, back cover.

METAPHYSICAL SHOP

MYSTICAL PATHS OF PEA RIDGE

5151 Dogwood Dr, Milton In the Dogwood Plaza 850-586-6224

A metaphysical store helping people of all faiths to find the tools to follow their path. Crystals, stones, books, tarot cards and much more. See ad, page 35.

STONE SOUP INTUITIVE SPIRITUAL CENTER

314 Carmel Dr, FWB 850-533-6565

IntuitiveSpiritualCenter@gmail.com

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 and handpainted furniture. See ad, page 15.

WILD FLIER

127 Harbor Blvd 3B, Destin 850-687-3023

ShopWildFlier.com

We carry a wide selection of crystals, jewelry and yoga apparel. Find your inner zen and fly high with us. See ad, page 10.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE

LAURA TYREE

Myofascial Release Massage Therapist

LauraTyree Health in Hot Yoga Om (Downtown FWB) 850-642-1015 • LauraTyree.com

A healing sanctuary that relieves stress and alleviates damage caused by tension and strain. Fostering physical, mental and emotional relaxation while performing postures and breathing techniques with the underlying philosophy and relaxed attitude continuing outside of the studio into life. Classes for all levels and private classes upon request. See ad, page 25

PHYSICIANS

COYLE INSTITUTE

Dr. Michael Coyle, DO FACOOG, FPMRS 9295 Scenic Hwy, Pensacola 850-637-8258 CoyleInstitute.com

Dr. Coyle offers an unparalleled level of medical care to women all over the Gulf Coast, hoping that, in providing his patients with treatment and relief from the conditions that have so greatly affected their ability to live free from pain, he is offering them renewed hope and enriching their lives. See ad, page 33

EMERALD COAST RHEUMATOLOGY

Aymen A Kenawy, MD 850-215-6400

3890 Jenks Ave, Lynn Haven/PC Info@ecrheum.com DrKenawy.com

Aymen A Kenawy, MD, FACP, FACR, Board-Certified Rheumatologist, specializes in the treatment of arthritis and other rheumatic diseases, and stem cell and infusion therapy. See ad, page 14.

KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board-Certified Gynecologist 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre

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 2.

AND RECOVERY

Erin C Mayfield, DO, DipABLM, DipAOBOG Pensacola, Ft Walton, Panama City LifestyleMedicineWellnessAndRecovery.com

A personalized way to improve your health with a focus on nutrition, fitness, sleep health, stress management and thriving relationships with less emphasis on prescribing drugs or recommended supplements. For affordability and your conveneince and privacy, lifestyle and culinary coaching programs are delivered through a telemedicine platform. See ad, back cover.

SPINE & JOINT, LLC

Sheila Mohammed, MD, PhD 4507 Furling Ln, Ste 213, Destin 850-281-8186 DrSheilaMohammed.com

A medical clinic that treats pain naturally through remedies such as prolotherapy, prolozone, ozone, platelet-rich plasma and stem cell treatments. See ad, page 12.

PILATES STUDIO

PURE PILATES

Gulf Breeze Proper 221 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, 850-932-3424 Downtown Pensacola 426 S Palafox, 850-607-2772 PurePilatesPensacola.com

Join us at Pure to experience the largest Pilates studio on the coast. Variety of equipment and mat classes are offered 6 days a week. Tone your core with Pure.

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE

COASTAL MEDICAL INTEGRATION

Sheila Decker, DC, MS, CAC 3481 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze

Our skilled practitioners use regenerative injections to signal your body’s own trusted repair system, going beyond masking symptoms; providing long-term relief from numerous painful conditions. See ad, page 5.

ROLFING

SHARALEE HOELSCHER,

Certified Rolfer (MA34039)

RCST

Registered CranioSacral Therapist 850-450-8508

HealingWithBodywork.com

Get out of pain once and for all. Treat the source, not the symptom. Enjoy moving freely in a more organized, comfortable and balanced body. See ad, page 12.

REIKI HEALERS

REIKI HEALING BY JONI JOHNS

312 Hidden Island Dr, PCB 850-832-4088

Info@JoniJohns.com

Reiki helps us to understand that we are energy beings. Reiki healing brings about many physiological responses as the body and mind relax, allowing the body to repair and rejuvenate itself. See ad, page 41.

SKIN CARE

SKINTRENZIXS

348 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Ste 26, FWB 205-718-2611 Skintrenzixs.com

Providers of skin education and exceptional customer service in a clean and relaxed spa environment. Our products are pH balanced and extremely effective in balancing the skin. See ad, page 17.

SLEEP DISORDERS

GULF COAST SLEEP CENTER

2202 State Ave, Ste 104 850-U-SNOOZE 850-876-6693

GulfCoastSleepCenter.com

Gulf Coast Sleep Center is a stateof-the-art sleep research and diagnostic facility with the latest technology for the diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea. A comfortable, new and clean setting. All COVID protocols observed. No referral required, most insurance accepted. See ad, page 18.

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 night’s 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 and CO2 laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ads, pages 15 and 55.

SPIRITUAL CENTER GIFTS

STONE SOUP INTUITIVE SPIRITUAL CENTER

314 Carmel Dr, FWB 850-533-6565

IntuitiveSpiritualCenter@gmail.com

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 and handpainted furniture. See ad, page 15.

UNITY OF PENSACOLA

Jamie Sanders, Minister 716 N 9th Ave, Pensacola 850-438-2277

UnityOfPensacola.org

Unity of Pensacola offers spiritual teachings that empower abundant and meaningful living. We provide philosophy that is spiritual, not religious, and love-based, not fear-based. Rev Jamie Sanders offers spiritual counseling. See ad, page 11.

STEM CELL THERAPY

AGELESS SOLUTIONS

Cave, MD • Barber, MD • Janis Cook, RN 8990 Ortego Park Dr, Navarre 850-529-0770 • Ageless Navarre.com

Stem Cell Therapy is utilized to seek out inflammation in the body and regenerate any damaged tissue, applying our body’s natural internal repair system. Our services include behavioral therapies, nutritional strategies, hormone replacement pellet therapy, stem cell therapy, prescription medications and, best of all, the support of a caring staff. See ad, page 48.

THERMOGRAPHY

RADIANT BODY THERMOGRAPHY

Candace Parmer Clinical Thermographic Technician 503-775-1812

RadiantBodyThermography.com

Medical Infrared (MIR) technology developed by NASA provides an early, objective warning system that may show neurochemical signals far in advance of damage to the body. See ad, page 39.

THETA-HEALING LAURA TYREE

ThetaHealing Healer LauraTyree Health in Hot Yoga Om (Downtown FWB) 850-642-1015 • LauraTyree.com

ThetaHealing is a meditation technique and spirituality philosophy, accepting of all religions, with the purpose of getting closer to your beliefs Creator. A holistic healing technique allowing you to clear limiting beliefs with meditation and prayer. See ad, page 25

TRANSCRANIAL MAGNETIC STIMULATION (TMS)

MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC (Located inside Path to Wellness) 240 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-597-8787

MindPerformanceCenter.com

DTMS increases the brain’s ability to regenerate and release neurotransmitters. We pair this with brain pathway correction and the nutritional program of Alzheimer’s researcher Dale Bredesen for quick, profound, positive results. See ad, page 9.

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

AGELESS SOLUTIONS

8990 Ortega Park Dr, Navarre 850-529-0770

AgelessNavarre.com

More than 20 years of medical assistance with a weight-loss program that helps you reach your perfect weight while maintaining your energy and health. See ad, page 48.

BAYSIDE HYPNOSIS

700 S Palafox St, Ste 200A, Pensacola Michelle@BaysideHypnosis.com BaysideHypnosis.com

Hypnotic weight-loss works because it combines common sense, realistic nutrition, and teaches how to think like a naturally thin person with the most advanced hypnotic technology available, performed by skilled, experienced master hypnotists. See ad, page 4.

COASTAL MEDICAL INTEGRATION

Sheila Decker, DC, MS, CAC

3481 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze

Increase your confidence, decrease joint pain and improve overall health with our medical weight loss program that includes custom nutrition counseling and vitamin supplementation. See ad, page 5.

AND RECOVERY

Erin C Mayfield, DO, DipABLM, DipAOBOG Pensacola, Ft Walton, Panama City

LifestyleMedicineWellnessAndRecovery.com

A personalized way to improve your health with a focus on nutrition, fitness, sleep health, stress management and thriving relationships with less emphasis on prescribing drugs or recommended supplements. For affordability and your conveneince and privacy, lifestyle and culinary coaching programs are delivered through a telemedicine platform. See ad, back cover.

Health is the greatest gift, contentment the greatest wealth, faithfulness the best relationship.

~Buddha

Natural Awakenings of Northwest Florida www.NaturalAwakeningsNWF.com

YOGA APPAREL

WILD FLIER

127 Harbor Blvd 3B, Destin 850-687-3023

ShopWildFlier.com

We carry a wide selection of crystals, jewelry and yoga apparel. Find your inner zen and fly high with us. See ad, page 10.

YOGA STUDIOS

DRAGONFLY YOGA STUDIES

184 Brooks St SE, Bldg 2

Downtown FWB • 850-244-0184

DragonFlyYoga.com

Serene environment for the study and practice of hatha yoga. Certified instructors. Owner/Director Laura Tyree, E-RYT 500. See ad, page 25

HOT YOGA OM

222 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Unit A

Downtown FWB • 850-430-9434

HotYogaOM.com

Hot Yoga Om features far infrared heat, radiant heat, radiant life. Daily classes, amazing teachers, great benefits. Experience it for yourself. See ad, page 25

Never underestimate the power you have to take your life in a new direction.

~Germany Kent

Susan M Welch, DDS FAGD

Diplomat, American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine Diplomat, American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine Diplomat, American Board of Craniofacial Pain Fellow, American Academy of Craniofacial Pain and Sleep Medicine Member, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine

Dr. Welch focuses a large part of her practice on assisting you in obtaining the best night’s sleep, through simple oral appliances for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. If you have difficulties using, or are intolerant, with a CPAP machine, an oral sleep appliance could be the solution to getting the sleep you deserve.