Natural Awakenings Northwest Florida July 2020

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HEALTHY

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HEALTHY

PLANET

INSPIRED PICNICS

Creative Ways to Cook & Grill

GUTSY CHOICES

Eat Right for a Healthy Microbiome

FACTORY FARMING

‘Big Meat’ Comes at High Cost

July 2020 | Northwest Florida

BETTER BALANCE

Exercises for Strength & Stability

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e’re going to make the wild guess that you’re feeling overwhelmed. Well, here’s what we want you to do. Turn to page 38 of this magazine and read “Calming Kids: Ways to Turn Anxiety Around,” by Ronica O’Hara, who lists simple things children can do to channel their nervous energy into something positive, productive and mentally healthy. Now do those things.

We mean you—the adult reading this magazine.

If you have kids, by all means let them join you, but O’Hara’s suggestions, especially the first three (get outside, work in the garden, take deep breaths), are ones any person of any age can use to step out of what feels like a Daralyn & Scott Chase hurricane of a world, and into its calm center.

In fact, that’s what we hope to offer you every month with this magazine: shelter from the storm. Sometimes it’s through inspirational articles that will restore your faith in humanity—true stories of good people doing good things.

(Those stories are everywhere, and they don’t get told nearly often enough.)

Sometimes it’s through educational articles that explore natural, evidence-based treatments for physical or emotional pain. Sometimes it’s through philosophical articles that invite you to look at an old problem in a new way, and consider how you can be part of the solution.

Just as important, we connect you with local people who share your desire for a healthy body and mind, a healthy community and a healthy planet. We choose our advertisers—and they choose us—based on these common values and our mutual understanding that the best way to achieve them is together.

So to complement our feature article on gut health, local dietician Tammy Lantz penned a sidebar on how to eat healthier by eliminating “food guilt” (something most of us experienced during quarantine). Knowing that our health-minded readers are hyper-focused on keeping their immune systems strong, Navarre acupuncture physician Pamela Purser contributed an article on using Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupressure to boost immunity in our hot, humid weather (see page 20). Along those same lines, Mobile-based thermographer and lymphatic therapist Carolyn Olsen sat down with us to do a Q&A (page 16) for this month’s Therapy Spotlight. She explains how she combines her two specialties to help people prevent disease through detoxification.

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Contents 16 CAROLYN OLSON ON LYMPHATIC THERAPY FOR HEALING AND PREVENTION

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18 GOING THE EXTRA MILE

Kratom Company Brings Natural Healing to Northwest Florida

20 IMMUNE-BOOSTING TIPS FOR SUMMER IN THE GULF

22 CULTIVATING CONTENTMENT

The Spiritual Discipline of Evoking Joy

24 GUT TALK

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Tips for a Healthy Microbiome

26 BEYOND

FACTORY FARMS

‘Big Meat’ Comes at High Cost

30 GREENER GREEN GRASS Why Organic Lawns Make Eco-Sense

32 OUTDOOR FEASTS

Inspired Picnics and Healthy Grills

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Exercises for Strength and Stability

38 CALMING KIDS

Ways to Turn Anxiety Around

42 EARTH-FRIENDLY PETS Our Animals Can Go Green, Too

DEPARTMENTS 10 news brief 12 health briefs 14 global briefs 16 therapy spotlight 18 community

spotlight 20 local experts 22 inspiration 24 healing ways

30 green living 32 conscious

eating 36 fit body 38 healthy kids 40 wise words 42 natural pet 44 calendar 46 classifieds 47 resource guide July 2020

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n December 2018, at the age of 55, Shauna Osborne was diagnosed with osteoporosis.

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Reduce Cognitive Decline with Tai Chi

Berberine, an alkaloid compound found in goldenseal, Oregon grape, barberry and other herbs, can potentially reduce artery plaque, concludes a new study from the Hunan University of Chinese Medicine. Researchers studied the metabolic pathways for atherosclerosis using protein interactions developed from drug research. The databasedriven research confirmed that berberine reduces artery inflammation and the thickening of blood vessel walls that can lead to atherosclerosis—the hardening of the arteries. Previous studies have found that berberine reduces blood sugar levels, accelerates weight loss and lowers bad cholesterol levels.

In good news for the 10 to 20 percent of people over age 65 that suffer with mild cognitive impairment, research from China’s Central South University, in Hunan, shows that practicing the gentle ancient martial art of tai chi can significantly improve memory, learning, mental speed and attention, the ability to formulate abstract ideas, mental flexibility and visuospatial perception. The research analyzed data from 10 studies that included 1,061 people with symptoms such as forgetting conversations and names, and having difficulty with complex tasks. “As it emphasizes mental concentration, physical balance, full-body stretching and relaxation, and relaxed breathing, tai chi has a great potential for becoming widely integrated into rehabilitation interventions for various medical and psychological conditions,” write the study’s authors.

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Research published in the Phytotherapy Research Journal analyzed 13 studies from around the world involving 921 people. The studies showed that eating citrus fruits or their extract can significantly reduce body weight.

The research data found that citrus and its extracts reduced body weight by an average of 2.8 pounds per person and almost an inch of waist and hip circumference. It also reduced body mass index among those studied.

For people suffering from the crippling pain and disability of osteoarthritis, the nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug naproxen, marketed as Aleve and other products, is a common prescription or over-the-counter medication, but it comes with side effects that can include gastrointestinal distress and higher blood pressure. In a study of 60 patients with chronic knee osteoarthritis, researchers at Iran’s Isfahan University of Medical Sciences compared naproxen in a double-blind trial with a turmeric extract, ginger and black pepper combination.

After two doses a day of each for four weeks, the levels of prostaglandin in patients taking the herbs matched the improvements in those patients taking naproxen. Prostaglandin levels gauge joint inflammation in osteoarthritis.

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Try Turmeric, Ginger and Black Pepper for Osteoarthritis

Eat More Citrus for a Thinner Waistline

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Reduce Artery Plaque Risk with Berberine

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Boost Motivation with Ayurvedic Bacopa

Help Recover from Stroke with Ear Acupuncture Acupuncture in the ear can help speed rehabilitation of stroke patients, researchers from the Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine have found. In a study of 42 stroke patients, those treated with auricular acupuncture for just six days showed significant improvements in range of motion for arms and legs compared to those given standard acupuncture treatments and conventional rehabilitation.

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Avoid Chlorhexidine Mouthwash to Reduce Cavity Risk Chlorhexidine gluconate, a mouthwash commonly prescribed by dentists to treat the swelling, redness and bleeding gums of gingivitis, actually increases acidic levels in the mouth, leading to an increase in cavity-causing bacteria, reports a new study from the UK University of Plymouth, published in the journal Scientific Reports. The researchers analyzed saliva and blood samples of 36 healthy people that used the chlorhexidine twice a day for seven days and compared the results to using a placebo for the same amount of time. Other recent research has found that the germicidal mouthwash disrupted the ability of oral bacteria to turn nitrate into nitrite, a key molecule for reducing blood pressure, increasing the risk of higher systolic blood pressure. Chlorhexidine has been used increasingly as a pre-rinse before dental procedures due to COVID-19 concerns.

Feeling a lack of motivation and finding it difficult to find pleasure in life has a clinical name— anhedonia—and researchers from the University of Florence have found a promising treatment for it in Bacopa monnieri, also known as Brahmi, an Ayurvedic herb used for centuries to boost memory and cognitive performance. Dividing 42 patients with anhedonia into two groups, the researchers gave half of them the antidepressant medication citalopram (Calexa) plus 300 milligrams of Bacopa; the control group was given only the medication. After four weeks, the Bacopa group had significant improvements in symptoms and were able to experience pleasure more easily than the control group.

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Healthy Glow

Ultraviolet Radiation Suppresses Skin Inflammation

In research that could help target new treatments for skin cancer, British scientists have identified how human skin suppresses inflammation after exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR). In the study at the NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre, healthy volunteers agreed for their skin to be safely exposed to a single, inflammation-causing dose of UVR. Skin samples were taken and researchers examined their immune profile and skin composition over time.

Results showed that the T-cells CD4+GATA3+ and CD8+GATA3+, which help the skin repair itself after UVR exposure, altered skin composition for 14 days. “They could be there to prevent abnormal skin growth or potentially to act as gatekeepers against further inflammation,” says lead author Nathan Hawkshaw, Ph.D. 14

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A new Stanford University study published in Landscape Ecology reveals viruses like COVID-19 that jump from animals to people will likely become more common as people continue to transform natural habitats into agricultural land.

Researchers found the loss of tropical forests in Uganda put people at greater risk of physical interactions with wild primates and the viruses they carry, with implications for the emergence and spread of infectious animal-to-human diseases in other parts of the world. People have converted nearly half of the world’s land into agriculture. Tropical forests have suffered the most, with some of the highest rates of conversion occurring during the last few decades. Study co-author Tyler McIntosh says, “At the end of the day, land conservation and the reduction of forest fragmentation is our best bet to reduce human [to] wild animal interactions.”

More of our time is spent indoors than ever before. One of the ways by which nature may improve cognitive function (i.e., the acquisition of and goal-oriented use of knowledge) is by improving memory formation and recall, specifically that of short-term or working memory, and goal-oriented or directed attention; the kind that requires focused effort. By comparing and contrasting 13 studies, a team of researchers has shed light on this complex interaction in research published in Frontiers in Psychology.

The studies used the backward digit span task, which requires participants to invert a series of numbers and repeat them back. All demonstrated significantly improved cognition in nature as compared to urban environments. The benefits of studies like this are two-fold: not only are we learning more about how the brain interacts with its environment, but also how to leverage this interaction to lead healthier, more productive and happier lives.

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Music as Medicine

A simple strategy–listening to music for 30 minutes a day–can lower post-heart attack anxiety and significantly reduce future cardiac risks, reports a new study from the University of Belgrade School of Medicine, in Serbia, presented at the American College of Cardiology Annual Scientific Session and World Congress of Cardiology. The researchers recruited 350 patients diagnosed with heart attacks and early post-infarction angina at a medical center. Half were randomly assigned to receive standard treatment while half were assigned to regular music sessions in addition to standard treatment.

In a follow-up seven years later, the patients with music therapy on average had anxiety scores one-third lower than those on standard treatment and reported lower angina symptoms by about one-quarter. They also had an 18 percent reduction in the rate of heart failure; a 23 percent lower rate of subsequent heart attack; a 20 percent lower rate of needing coronary artery bypass graft surgery; and a 16 percent lower rate of cardiac death.

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therapy spotlight

Carolyn Olson on Lymphatic Therapy for Healing and Prevention

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by Meredith Montgomery

he lymphatic system plays an important role in immune function, serving as the body’s natural waste removal system to filter out viruses and toxins. With a background in nursing and a decade of experience as a certified thermographer, Thermography Advantage owner Carolyn Olson is also a certified lymphatic therapist. Based in Mobile, Olson focuses on holistic care and serves clients in nine Gulf Coast Carolyn Olson locations from Louisiana to Florida.

She discovered electro-lymphatic therapy as a natural solution to her own chemical sensitivities to food and increased inflammation.

What is electro-lymphatic therapy?

When working optimally, lymph nodes can attack viruses and detoxify the body, but if they become overloaded, they get backed up. When lymph fluid becomes slower and stagnant, it gets thick, causing inflammation which can lead to disease and sickness.

Our electro-lymphatic device uses light and sound frequencies to break up this congested fluid and then we use a small handheld wand to foster the flow toward the lymph nodes so they can do their job.

Who can benefit from this therapy?

It has been used to help patients with general inflammation, lymphedema, neuropathy, edema and water retention, cancer, heart disease, chronic pain, cosmetic enhancement, pre- and postathletic application, enlarged prostate and general detoxification.

It’s a great way to prevent disease down the road as well.

What is thermography and what role does it play in electro-lymphatic therapy?

Thermography is best known as a natural approach to help detect breast disease at an early stage by women of all ages. We use a thermography camera that is registered by the FDA as a medical device to get digital infrared thermal images that are interpreted by a panel of certified medical doctors. It is radiation-free, noninvasive and highly effective. It can also be used to monitor the whole body. In addition to helping diagnose disease, thermograms form a baseline for future routine evaluations so clients can 16

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watch for changes from year-to-year and take preventative measures.

After electro-lymphatic therapy, we can see the inflammation and congestion decreasing in thermograms. It allows us to monitor results and make a long-term treatment plan.

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What is an electro-lymphatic session like?

It’s noninvasive, painless and very calming. The client lays on a massage table for about one hour. We use two small handheld wands to gently move across the body, breaking up lymphatic fluid from the bottom of the feet to the top of the head. A lot of clients say they feel so relaxed that they feel like they’ve had a massage.

The frequency of sessions depends on each individual. Someone with a serious disease like lymphedema or cancer may need the therapy twice a week, whereas someone coming in for preventative measures will need it less.

What kind of results are people having?

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Kratom is a tree found in Southeast Asia—primarily on the Indonesian island of Borneo. Its scientific name is Mitragyna speciosa.

Matthew Nichols traveled halfway around the world to the jungles and villages of Indonesia to meet with Kratom farmers personally and bring the freshest and best Kratom he could find to Northwest Florida.

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One Leaf, Many Uses Why go to such lengths to build a business around an exotic tree? The Indonesian farmers that Matthew met told him that for nearly a thousand years, the indigenous people of Southeast Asia have used the leaf of the Kratom tree for pain, anxiety, energy, focus, insomnia and other ailments.

Then Matthew did further research and learned that in modern times, researchers have found that the Kratom leaf contains two main alkaloids, 7-hydroxy Mitragynine and Mitragynine. Some reports have suggested that Kratom could also help people struggling with symptoms of opioid withdrawal.

As Kratom has not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration, Kratom and Company can’t make direct claims about the effect and use of the plant. But people who have used the plant have told Matthew that its effect is greatly determined by the dosage and strain of the leaf that is used.

“They said that typically, lower amounts are said to help boost energy and focus, whereas larger amounts are said to have a more sedative effect,” he explains.

Through his travels to Indonesia, he says, he’s gained insight into the growing, harvesting and preparation process and identified the Kratom farmers who use “tried and true” methods. By building a relationship with them, he ensures that Kratom and Company always carries the highest-quality products.

While Matthew has literally been going the extra mile for customers, he says his dad has been doing the same thing figuratively.

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ith the pandemic sparking global discussions on natural ways to boost immunity, I’d like to discuss how Traditional Chinese Medicine views the subject. TCM approaches immune boosting in relation to the surrounding environment and the current season, with summertime being distinctly different than the other three seasons.

Summer is the time of year when we’re most energetic, and here in the Gulf region, where summer can be a mixture

of hot humidity and a surprise thunderstorm, the weather really takes its toll. One minute we’re sweating, and the next we’re seeking shelter from the rain.

According to TCM, sweat is the fluid of the heart. Excessive sweating can weaken the mind, causing symptoms like depression, restlessness, sleeplessness and irritability. (It’s not surprising for road rage to throw a middle finger during summertime.) A weakened mind weakens our immune system.

To boost immunity in these tough conditions, TCM recommends eating more vegetables and fruit to stimulate the appetite and provide adequate fluids. Food with pungent but not bitter flavors can enhance lung function and support the body’s normal sweating mechanism in summer.

Watermelon is an excellent fruit for summer. It’s listed as an herb in Materia Medica. It helps relieve summer heat, generate fluids and promote urination.

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This is my go-to acupressure point when I’m feeling angry or irritable or have a sudden heart palpitation.

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Large Intestine 11, also known as Pool at the Crook. To find it, bend your elbow so your upper arm is parallel with the floor and your forearm is perpendicular to it (a 90-degree angle). Feel for the large hollow on the outside of your elbow, right where the crease ends.

This point is very powerful for clearing heat in many ways—such as lowering body temperature, easing constipation or relieving a toothache.

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Urinary Bladder 40, also known as Supporting Middle. It’s located in the middle of the back of the knee, between tendons in the thigh muscles known as biceps femoris and semitendinosus. I love this point for easing fever and lower-back spasms in hot, humid weather.

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ur four-legged friends—from pampered pooch to stray cat— have the inborn ability to seize the moment. No matter what chaotic circumstances may swirl around them, they have a knee-jerk response to spring into playful action or curl up in a patch of inviting sunlight.

As humans, we tend to postpone the smallest of joys and avoid emotional self-care, opting for that extra glass of wine or spending more than usual to feel better for a brief period of time. Tending to our own happiness begins by seeing joy not as a mood dependent upon circumstances, but as a spiritual discipline like any other. Emotional well-being is a garden we must weed and water daily, and in turn, our physical health can’t help but be well-nourished by the harvest. Studies through the years have shown that certain sites and organs in the body, including the thymus, immune cells and bone marrow, have receptors for neurotransmitters like serotonin, which could explain why cultivating contentment might boost our natural defenses.

Seasoned yogis and meditators often speak of an inner wellspring of joy that can be accessed through a committed practice.

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Perhaps joy is less of a mood and more of a frequency that is accessible to all of us when we’re willing to align with its bandwidth. Making it a habit to step outside for 10 minutes to witness a sunset or greet the twilight while dinner cooks can be a beautiful way to advance felicity.

Taking five-minute joy breaks during the workday to listen to a favorite piece of music with earbuds, read a few pages of an inspiring book or notice the clouds is another easy way to tend to happiness. Filling a “joy jar” with lovely memories written on scraps of colorful paper can prompt a spontaneous smile any time of day. Taking a half-hour drive on a pretty back road instead of scrolling through social media can reset depleted emotional reserves.

Today, we can shift our thinking and see contentment as a precious, deserving loved one that needs nourishment like any other. Feeding joy in our lives can pave the daily humdrum road with jewels. In the end, perhaps fostering inner happiness by example is the greatest legacy we can leave behind.

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Fiber for a Strong Defense

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t’s hard to imagine surrendering control of our minds and bodies to trillions of microorganisms, but an ever-growing body of research from the Human Microbiome Project shows how microbes living in and on our bodies affect and even predict our physical and mental health.

The majority of these microorganisms, or microbiota, live within our large intestine.

According to Kelly Tappenden, Ph.D., a registered dietitian and head of the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition at the University of Illinois–Chicago, we have more microbial cells within our gut than we have human cells in our body. These microbes

help digest food, regulate appetite, produce certain vitamins, synthesize chemicals such as serotonin, metabolize carcinogens and regulate our immune system. She suggests that we think of them collectively as an organ that develops and changes as we age.

“A huge proportion of your immune system is actually in your GI tract,” says Dan Peterson, assistant professor of pathology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Taking care of our gut microbes is paramount during times of stress and risk of infection. In their book, The Good Gut: Taking Control of Your Weight, Your Mood, and Your Long-Term

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The Sonnenburgs define a microbiotafriendly diet as rich in plant-based, high-fiber foods and limited in meat and saturated animal fats. Low-fiber diets contribute to a decline in gut microbe diversity, resulting in a weakened immune system. “Fiber is fuel for the gut,” says Joanne Slavin, Ph.D., a registered dietitian and professor of food science and nutrition at the University of Minnesota-St. Paul. It’s naturally found in fruits, vegetables, beans, peas, whole grains, nuts and seeds.

Fermentable fibers such as fruit pectin, beta-glucans in barley and oats, and oligosaccharides in beans are metabolized by gut bacteria to produce short-chain fatty acids that provide energy to cells in the colon.

Many fermentable fibers are called “prebiotics” because they promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. Inulin, for example, is a prebiotic fiber found naturally in onions, garlic, leeks, asparagus, wheat and oats.

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Health, Stanford researchers Justin and Erica Sonnenburg explain how healthy gut bacteria are essential for both metabolic health and strong immunity, adding that the chemicals our gut microbes synthesize behave like drugs—they are absorbed into our bloodstream and influence our biology.

Seattle-based biologist Ann Bikle refers to the colon as an “onboard medicine chest”.

Unfortunately, warns Sonnenburg, physicians too often prescribe antibiotics, which wreak havoc on our microbiota, leaving us susceptible to disease-causing organisms

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health and disease prevention, recommends 35 to 50 grams of fiber per day to promote diverse, abundant and resilient gut microbes.

For those over 50 years of age, the Institute of Medicine recommends 30 grams of dietary fiber per day for men and 21 grams for women. Most Americans get half the recommended amounts because highly processed, low-fiber foods are ubiquitous. Plus, popular gluten-free, keto and paleo diets limit whole grains. When buying packaged foods, check labels carefully and choose those providing at least three grams of fiber per serving.

A Healthy Microbiome for Life Martin shares the following strategies for developing and preserving gut health: n Choose a vaginal birth, if pregnant; and breastfeed to help establish a healthy microbiome in the baby. n Choose an organic, plant-based diet.

Aim for a variety of different plant species each day. n Enjoy fermented foods such as yogurt, kefir and sauerkraut, but be cautious with probiotic supplements. Only use those with proven safety and effectiveness. n Limit “microbial assassins”. Artificial sweeteners and emulsifiers such as polysorbate 80, carageenan and carboxymethylcellulose, typically found in processed foods, can lead to bloating, irritable bowel and inflammation. n Enjoy physical activity; avoid sitting for more than 30 to 60 minutes. n Go outside, enjoy fresh air and play in the dirt. n Reduce stress. Try yoga, meditation and mindfulness. n Sleep six to eight hours each night. n Think about gut microbiota every day, advises Martin. “Anything you can do to help fuel healthy microbes, no matter how small, will make a difference to your health.”

Melinda Hemmelgarn, the Food Sleuth, is an award-winning registered dietitian, writer and nationally syndicated radio host based in Columbia, MO. Reach her at FoodSleuth@gmail.com.

For Better Health, Eliminate Food Guilt

by Tammy Lantz

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e’ve all been programmed with internal messages about what’s good and what’s bad, and many of us have tried eliminating “bad” foods to get relief from certain health symptoms. Generally, one of two things happens when we do that:

We have a hard time following the program, beat ourselves up, and begin a vicious cycle of restricting food, overeating, then restricting again. This cycle plays havoc on our endocrine system, often resulting in weight gain, increased insulin sensitivity and other complications.

Or we stick with the program and start adding new restrictions. Soon we’re so obsessed with food elimination that we avoid social situations that may cause us to slip up. We could even spiral into orthorexia nervosa—an eating disorder characterized by an excessive preoccupation with eating “healthy” food. Ironically, this preoccupation can be psychologically and physically debilitating.

What do both scenarios have in common? Judgement, followed by shame.

Just like other emotions, shame has to be digested, which negatively impacts gut health. Our heart, mind, and gut are unquestionably connected. We cannot heal one without synergistically working on the others.

While food elimination can help with structural or mechanical gastrointestinal disorders such as celiac disease, colitis or diverticular disease, it’s not the place to start if you have functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGDs) such as IBS, bloating or constipation. A more effective strategy is to heal your relationship with food, rather than seeing food as the enemy.

How does this work?

First, think of the gut as a second brain; it may have more control than our other brain. In fact, 90 percent of our neurotransmitters come from the gut, which communicates so closely with the brain that there’s a strong connection between mentalhealth challenges and digestive issues.

When we’re obsessing over our diets and our health in general, we may be making our gut symptoms worse. For example, when we are consumed with guilt after eating sweets, the negative impact on our health and psyche far outweigh the possible negative consequences of simply enjoying that food choice.

The beliefs surrounding our personal nutrition stories developed over time. But we can change our beliefs if we’re open minded, curious and ready to develop new lifelong patterns.

The best way to do this is through an evidence-based mind-body health approach called intuitive eating. Integrating intuition, emotion and rational thought through the implementation of 10 principles created by two dietitians, Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, in 1995, it is a weight-neutral model with a validated assessment scale and over 90 studies to date.

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BEYOND FACTORY FARMS ‘Big Meat’ Comes at High Cost

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According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a push toward greater efficiency created the shift to industrial livestock production. However, attempts to maximize production for higher returns at minimal cost come at a price.

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shows that CAFO leads to the social and economic decline of rural communities.

“Research has consistently found that living near a CAFO is associated with an array of negative health impacts, including respiratory disease, mental health problems and certain types of infections,” says Keeve Nachman, Ph.D., director of the CLF Food Production and Public Health Program.

Everett Murphy, M.D., a retired pulmonologist from Kansas City, concurs, “Not only are the odors from factory livestock farms offensive, but individuals living within three miles of industrial animal operations are at risk for serious, life-shortening illnesses and permanent disabilities.”

Concrete reservoirs designed to hold manure present a problem as well, he adds, “They always leak into the groundwater, spreading antibiotic-resistant bacteria and making the source of water to neighboring communities unusable and toxic.”

Joan Olive says she is living proof that exposure to air pollution from factory farms is every bit as harmful as scientists and

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health experts have warned about for years.

On one fateful December day 16 years ago, Olive was outdoors on her family farm near Spencer, Iowa, when she noticed a strong, sickening odor. Feeling nauseous, she went inside, but later that evening, her tongue swelled, she became disoriented and began shaking and sweating profusely.

Olive’s symptoms subsided over the next few days, but since then she has experienced multiple chemical sensitivities, transient symptoms of brain fog, muscle twitching, migraines, and respiratory and circulatory problems. Health experts at the University of Iowa identified the source of the sickening odor as toxic hydrogen sulfide from liquid CAFO waste that had been sprayed on farmland one mile from Olive’s home. In addition to the region’s concentration of hog CAFO, her home sat two miles from 1.5 million chickens.

Today, Olive drinks filtered water and eats organic food to protect her health, but she notices that her symptoms return when triggered by exposure to CAFO air pollution and pesticides. In March, Olive moved to Spearfish, South Dakota, where she’s breathing easier and enjoying time outdoors. But she believes she left behind “thousands of rural residents who are having their lives and health destroyed by Big Ag.”

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evin Walker, a Michigan State University professor and author of The Grand Food Bargain and the Mindless Drive for More, says, “Meat is the poster child of industrial food gone awry.” Independent animal farmers are disappearing while factory farms are getting bigger, causing more air, soil and water pollution in rural communities nationwide, reports the Center for a Livable Future (CLF) at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

Large industrialized farms known as concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFO) rely on the routine use of antibiotics to both prevent the spread of disease and promote animal growth and weight gain—a practice known to fuel antibiotic resistance and compromise human health.

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“Government oversight and policies designed to safeguard the health of individuals and the environment from these operations have been inadequate,” says Bob Martin, director of the CLF Food System Policy Program.

Citing environmental and public health hazards, the American Public Health Association issued a new policy statement last November calling for a precautionary moratorium on all new and expanding CAFO. It advises a complete halt until additional scientific data has been collected and public health concerns addressed.

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Bypassing Industrial Eating

Many consumers don’t realize that the majority of beef, pork and chicken sold in supermarkets, served in restaurants and distributed to institutions nationwide comes from the industrial food system. According to the Public Justice Food Project, 85 percent of the meat Americans consume is produced by four corporate giants—Tyson, Smithfield, Cargill and JBS—each accused of hiding labor, animal or environmental abuses behind folksy brand names and packaging images.

To shed light on abuses and steer consumers away from industrial meat, the Center for Food Safety created a website that pulls back the curtain on CAFO. It recommends replacing half of the meat we eat with humane, sustainably raised, grass-fed and organic meat, while replacing the other half with plant-based sources of protein such as beans, peas, lentils, nuts and seeds—a dietary approach that benefits our gut microbes and protects us against a host of chronic diseases.

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As concerns mount about the health, ethical and environmental impact of animal products, the food industry has responded with more plant-based, lab-grown meat

practices. “Industrial agriculture is absolutely harmful,” reports A Greener World, a nonprofit certifier of the trustworthy Animal Welfare Approved label. But thinking we have to go vegan or purchase fake meat to protect our health or the planet is misguided.

Once you learn how our modern industrial food system has transformed what most Americans eat, you become highly motivated to eat something else. ~Eric Schlosser, author of Fast Food Nation, Chew on This and co-producer of Food, Inc. alternatives. Yet, according to the Food and Technology 2019 report by the market research firm The Hartman Group, many meat replacements rely on highly sophisticated technologies that hardly meet consumers’ definitions of “natural”.

“It’s all about what isn’t on the label,” says Urvashi Rangan, Ph.D., chief science advisor of the GRACE Communications Foundation. According to Rangan, many plant-based and fake meat products are actually ultra-processed foods that contain genetically engineered ingredients and rely on petroleum-based chemicals that are not required to be listed on the label.

“The Impossible Burger introduces over 48 new proteins to the human diet without a thorough safety investigation,” warns Rangan. She questions whether these new meat alternatives are better than meat from animals raised on pasture without routine drugs and synthetic fertilizers.

There’s a big difference between the health and environmental impact of meat from animals raised in feed lots versus those raised with regenerative agricultural

Eating Less, But Better Meat

“Our bodies are designed to be omnivores, and animal products are part of a diverse, real food diet,” says Rebecca Thistlethwaite, director of the Niche Meat Processor Assistance Network at Oregon State University. Thistlethwaite, author of Farms with a Future and The New Livestock Farmer: The Business of Raising and Selling Ethical Meat, believes in ancestral eating and eating as close to nature as possible. She is mindful of portion size and eats only organic and pasture-raised animal foods to avoid synthetic chemicals and pharmaceuticals.

Will Harris, owner of White Oak Pastures, in Bluffton, Georgia, declares, “It’s not the cow, it’s the how.” Harris transitioned his livestock operation from the industrial model to certified humane animal husbandry and sustainable practices that emulate nature. The switch to a pasturebased system yields healthier animals, he explains, and helps take carbon out of the atmosphere and back into the soil.

In Cows Save the Planet and Other Improbable Ways of Restoring Soil to Heal the Earth, author Judith Schwartz describes how grazing animals play a key role in restoring soil health, and therefore human health. “Well-managed pastures and grasslands with ruminant animals can sequester more carbon than they emit, improve soil health and increase groundwater recharge,” explains Thistlethwaite. Plus, both livestock and poultry can make use of inedible feeds that humans don’t consume, such as grass and sagebrush.

Critical Questions to Find and Support Good Food Where does my food come from? Who produced it and under what conditions? Were workers treated fairly and animals humanely? What’s in or on my food? Were pesticides, antibiotics, hormones, genetically modified ingredients or additives used in producing it?

Is it rich or poor in nutrients? What might be the unintended consequences of my food and farming choices? How might those choices affect our environment and future generations?

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Rangan and Harris emphasize that the power of consumer spending can shift the market. However, Thistlethwaite says, “We cannot just vote with our forks, as many people don’t have that luxury.” She urges change at both personal and political levels, favoring incentive-based approaches with fewer subsidies going to the industrial system.

“We need more farmers raising high-quality animals in a humane, ecologically responsible manner,” says Thistlethwaite.

But we also need more small-scale slaughterhouses and meat processors throughout the country to get quality meat to more of our tables.

In addition to farmers’ markets, cooperatives and community supported agriculture, organizations such as the American Grassfed Association and Local Harvest connect consumers directly to farmers using sustainable practices to help rebuild regional food hubs and networks.

“Start with small steps,” suggests Thistlethwaite. “Buy milk from a local creamery, eggs from a farmer in your community or one-quarter cow to fill your freezer from a local, grass-fed beef producer. Reward the farms and ranches that are doing it right by purchasing from them, promoting them, supporting them.”

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The COVID-19 health crisis highlights inequalities in how we produce and distribute food. A new bill, the Farm System Reform Act (FSRA), will help to create a more healthy, sustainable and equitable model, by placing a moratorium on new Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (commonly known as factory farms), cracking down on the monopolistic practices of multinational meat corporations and supporting farmers to transition to healthier, pasture-based models and organic farming. To support the FSRA, the Sierra Club has made it easy to contact members of Congress at Tinyurl.com/ BlockFactoryFarms.

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ith its dependence on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, America’s 63,000 square miles of lawns rely on fossil fuels, put pressure on water supplies and devastate soil, watersheds, animals and people.

Fortunately, green turf can be attained organically, with important benefits. “In addition to protecting public health, eliminating our use of pesticides and fertilizers will allow us to build healthy soil and sequester more carbon as we face climate chaos,” says Mackenzie Feldman, executive director of HerbicideFree Campus, a San Francisco organization working to transition colleges nationwide to organic lawns.

The Harm Done

Homeowner desire for lush swaths of monoculture grass has been fueled by lawn chemical ads equating model families with flawless lawns. Unfortunately, the “green grass of home” isn’t an ideal dream, it’s a nightmare. Research shows that it exposes people to cancer-causing, reproductiveharming and endocrine-disrupting chemicals, many of which are deemed safe by

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government agencies. The Pesticide-Induced Diseases database at BeyondPesticides.org holds myriad studies linking chemicals to asthma, diabetes, autism, lupus, arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and cancer. Children are particularly vulnerable to the effects of toxins due to their developing organs.

Exposure to lawn chemicals also comes through the air, on indoor surfaces and in water. A U.S. Geological Survey report found pesticides in 99 percent of urban streams. In mixed land use areas, 100 percent of major rivers and 33 percent of major aquifers were tainted.

While the culture around the aesthetics of landscapes is strong, the tipping point has arrived.

“People are becoming more aware that their children are at elevated risk and that there are deficiencies in the laws that govern toxic chemical use,” says Jay Feldman, executive director of Beyond Pesticides, in Washington, D.C.

Lawn chemicals are also feeding climate change. “Not only are they fossilfuel intensive to produce, they harm the biology in the soil and destroy its ability to

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Recent lawsuits and climate change have given activists more power to effect sweeping changes in policy. “This isn’t just a niche idea. We have a mandate, given looming environmental crises, to transform our current chemical intensive systems to organic,” says Jay Feldman.

Organic turf experts have devised methods to grow monoculture grass. According to Ryan Anderson, a community outreach specialist at the Integrated Pest Management Institute of North America and leader of Midwest Grows Green, “Homeowners can keep their lawns organic by increasing cultural controls.” These include aerating, over seeding and mowing high to build the soil, turf and plant system.

While pristine lawns are possible, reconsidering aesthetics is another option. “We could let native plants grow and embrace plant diversity as fundamental to ecosystem resilience,” says Mackenzie Feldman.

Indeed, “weeds” are beneficial. Clover feeds nitrogen to grass, benefits soil organisms and stays green long after turf.

Dandelions were once considered a source of food and medicine, and all parts of it are edible, including flowers, roots and leaves.

Instead of living with weeds, some homeowners are choosing to tear out lawns and put in indigenous plants to attract pollinators and other wildlife. But it takes time for society to adopt new views and front yards can be polarizing.

“You can’t go from zero to hippie in a day. People need realistic goals,” says Carpinone.

Whether someone rents, owns or only has access to shared green spaces, Shaina Rico, founder of The Generation Ground, an Austin-based organization helping farmers launch regenerative businesses, feels everyone must “take ownership of our green spaces. If you are not the one managing the land, ask questions of those

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that are. What are we doing to support the soil biology? Can we achieve the goal without using chemicals? How can we increase soil organic matter?”

Greener Communities Concerned citizens are asking local governments and school districts to eliminate chemical turf management protocols at parks and schools. Nonprofit campaigns such as Beyond Pesticides, Non Toxic Communities and Herbicide-Free Campus can sometimes send a spokesperson and provide ample data to overcome common objections. “We can show that organic is viable and economical. Organic systems end up reducing costs over time,” says Jay Feldman, who helps install community pilot sites.

Transitioning to organic practices requires a focus on soil health, building up microbial life and organic matter, understanding the ecosystem and creating a balanced ecology. Once in place, it’s a functioning system that doesn’t need much management.

“You can have a beautiful, organic, green lawn that’s safe for all living things,” says Carpinone.

Julie Peterson writes about wellness and environmental issues from rural Wisconsin. Reach her at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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Non Toxic Communities (NonToxicCommunities.com) offers resources to create healthier schools, lawns and landscapes throughout the country.

Beyond Pesticides (BeyondPesticides.org) has a database of pest management and lawn service companies that don’t use dangerous pesticides, lawn signs for the organic yard and a sign-up for The Action of the Week to contact elected officials about current issues.

The Integrated Pest Management Institute of North America (ipminstitute.org) provides low-risk pest management solutions for farms, greenhouses, facilities and homes.

Herbicide-Free Campus (HerbicideFreeCampus.org) is working to transition every campus in the country to organic.

The Great Healthy Yard Project (tghyp.com/downloads) has downloads on how to grow without gunk and encouraging others to do the same.

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OUTDOOR FEASTS Inspired Picnics and Healthy Grills

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othing defines the summer season quite like firing up the grill or escaping with a picnic basket to a favorite hideaway. From luscious fruits to gorgeous greens, enjoying a meal outdoors inspires us to eat what is in season and invites us to sip the moment. Most of all, it gives us special time with loved ones or with ourselves.

Ashley English, of Candler, North Carolina, author of A Year of Picnics: Recipes for Dining Well in the Great Outdoors, sees picnics as a delicious excuse to eat healthy and in sync with the seasons. “No matter what time of year you’re picnicking, there’s always going to be something ripe and in season to showcase. We all know that foods eaten at their peak time of ripeness simply taste better, so use your summertime picnic as an opportunity to bite into a ripe watermelon or your autumn picnic as the ideal time to bake an apple crisp.”

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picnicking not only in woodlands and on beaches, but on rooftops. Being open to different times of the day welcomes a shift in mood. “I’m particularly fond of breakfast picnics. They’re an excellent way to clear your head and get motivated, as they’re an activity fully engaging all of the senses. Twilight picnics are another favorite. As the sun begins to set, the light is less harsh and the mood outdoors becomes decidedly quieter. I find picnics during this time of day to be especially relaxing,” says English.

Simple tasks like washing salad greens or whipping up a quick hummus dip the night before a picnic can save considerable time. Traditional picnic baskets are not required, and English recommends vintage suitcases, wooden crates or a backpack, especially if the picnic destination involves an uphill trek. She also emphasizes simplicity: “While a lavish spread with myriad options is quite fun, a simple picnic can be equally enjoyable. A grazing board to-go is quite easy. Pack up a medley of fruits, veggies, charcuterie or cheeses, crackers,

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Grilling “adds a ton of flavor to food without needing to add additional fat or calories. Cooking over fire is also the oldest method of cooking,” says Lindars.

Happily, the health risks associated with barbequing meat over hot coals can be reduced by using flavorful marinades or opting to go vegan.

Reducing temperature decreases carcinogenic compounds associated with grilling meats and can be best accomplished by waiting until charcoal turns to embers or turning the gas grill down a notch or two. Grilling further from the flame on an elevated rack is also a good option. Citrusy or balsamic vinegar-based marinades naturally minimize toxic potential by reducing the formation of unhealthy compounds, studies show.

“You are what you eat and what you eat was eating. Opt for the highest-quality protein possible—grass-fed beef, organic, humanely raised protein,” suggests Lindars. “Make your own marinades and rubs to avoid ingredients like soybean oil and corn syrup. You can easily make your own with simple ingredients like olive oil, fresh herbs, vinegars, sea salt and spices.

Fresh rosemary, lemon zest, juice, sea salt, pepper and garlic with a splash of olive oil makes for an amazing marinade, and can even be paired with grass-fed butter to put on chicken. A basic rub of smoked paprika, sea salt, fresh ground pepper and dash of garlic powder is great on just about anything.”

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spreads and pickles and a little something sweet, and you’ve got all you need to create a memorable meal outdoors.”

Robyn Lindars, of Fort Myers, Florida, author The Healthy Electric Smoker Cookbook: 100 Recipes with All-Natural Ingredients and Fewer Carbs, says, “I love grilled veggies paired with goat cheese and fresh herbs on French or Italian bread. You can add capicola or just stick to veggies for tasty sandwiches that do well in a cooler.”

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Recipes for Outdoor Feasts

Fire-Roasted Gazpacho 3 lb small-to medium-size tomatoes, possibly a mixture of San Marzano and Campari tomatoes (The smaller tomatoes will get more exposure to the grill) 2 large cucumbers 1 poblano pepper 1 head of garlic 8 oz mini-bell peppers 2 tsp white wine vinegar 1 cup water (or more) Dash olive oil 1 Tbsp sea salt (preferably bourbon barrel smoked sea salt) 1 Tbsp black pepper (preferably bourbon barrel smoked pepper) 1 tsp sugar 1 large bunch basil 1 ripe avocado, diced Preheat a charcoal grill for medium direct heat—about 350° F. (Gas works, but will not produce as much smokiness as charcoal.)

Prepare the veggies to go on the grill: wash everything and slice the cucumbers into thin lengthwise pieces; put the garlic cloves onto skewers.

Grill the tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, garlic and poblano pepper until char marks form on all sides.

Remove the veggies and place in a big pot.

Add water.

With an immersion blender, mix everything together until uniform in consistency.

Add the olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper to taste; more water for a thinner consistency; and the basil at the end with one last blend with the immersion blender.

Chill at least 3 hours before serving so the flavors have time to meld together.

Garnish with diced avocado and fresh basil.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Robyn Lindars, GrillGirl.com.

New Twists on Old Favorites Brew up delicious and colorful herbal teas for gourmet lemonades. Try hibiscus, lemongrass, lavender or fresh ginger tea, adding fresh organic lemon juice and a sweetener of choice.

In a blender, whip up unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, coconut or cashew) with a ripe banana, a small handful of dates and a splash of vanilla extract, and pour into popsicle molds.

Combine peanut, almond, sunflower or soy butter with cocoa or carob powder, a tablespoon of plant-based hazelnut creamer and a pinch of salt.

Roll into balls and then add sesame, chia seeds, cinnamon, coconut sugar or chopped dates.

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Fruta Picada Yields: 8 to 10 servings A combination of fresh fruit, lime juice and chili seasoning, fruta picada is served at markets and roadsides throughout Mexico.

The combination of spice and salt partnered with sweet fruit is guaranteed to take the edge off of a blistering summer’s day.

Spice Blend 3 Tbsp chipotle powder 3 Tbsp smoky paprika 1 Tbsp plus 2 tsp sea salt 1 Tbsp cumin seeds 1½ tsp celery seeds Fruit 1 pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into spears ½ watermelon, peeled, cut into spears and seeded 1 large jicama, peeled and cut into spears 1 large papaya, peeled, seeded and cut into spears Juice from 2 limes Grind all of the spice blend ingredients together in a spice grinder or food processor or with a mortar and pestle until finely powdered. Transfer to a lidded container with a shaker screen.

Place all of the fruit spears onto a serving platter. Squeeze the fresh lime juice evenly across. Let guests serve themselves as much fruit as they’d like, and then sprinkle with the spice blend.

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Rinse/dry the romaine hearts, drizzle with olive oil, sea salt and pepper.

Grill the romaine hearts on direct heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until char marks form and the lettuce begins to wilt.

Remove the hearts from the grill, grate a generous amount of the cheese on the hearts and add a little more olive oil.

For a crowd, chop the hearts up and put them in a bowl to serve as a large salad on the side of the main course.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Robyn Lindars, GrillGirl.com.

Picnic Recipes

Picnic Safety Tips from Ashley English Use insulated coolers for perishable items.

Before being stored in the refrigerator, cool any foods after preparation to room temperature to be served cold later.

Kalamata Olive Hummus-Cucumber Picnic Sandwiches

Southwestern Red Pepper-Avocado Sandwiches/Wraps

Pita pocket bread, sourdough or other bread of choice 1 can organic chickpeas/garbanzos with original water drained off just a bit ½ cup organic sesame seeds or 2 Tbsp of tahini (½ cup organic, raw, unsalted sunflower seeds can be used in a pinch) 1 tsp cold-pressed virgin olive oil (optional) 1 minced garlic clove ½ cup kalamata olives (whole or halved, drained) Conventional or English cucumber, thinly sliced Organic lemon thinly slivered with skin intact

1 jar roasted red peppers (drained and dried with a towel) or freshly made, oven-roasted peppers 2 fork-smashed avocados or 1 large Florida avocado Salsa of choice, preferably smoky chipotle or sweet varieties Chopped cilantro Bread or wraps of choice

In a blender or Vitamix, add chickpeas with original water, sesame seeds/tahini and a slice of lemon to make the hummus.

Blend until smooth, but don’t over-blend until too thin. Pour into bowl, stir in olives and drizzle with olive oil. Lastly, sprinkle the minced garlic on the top of the hummus and chill for a few hours or overnight.

Generously spoon hummus onto bread or into pita pockets and gently layer thinly, freshly sliced cucumbers and thin slivers of lemon. Optional additions: fresh herbs like oregano, thyme, lemon thyme or mint to add last between the slices of bread or tucked into a pita pocket. Keep in a cooler for picnics.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Marlaina Donato, AutumnEmbers.com.

To assemble sandwiches, slather bread or wrap generously with smashed avocado, then press a roasted red pepper on top.

Spoon salsa of choice and sprinkle with cilantro over all before covering with other slice of bread or rolling a wrap. Keep chilled until serving.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Marlaina Donato, AutumnEmbers.com.

When ready to head out for a picnic, pack ice into the bottom of the cooler and cover it with the food containers.

To make ice last even longer, first place a bag of dry ice on the bottom of the cooler, cover it over with wet ice and place the food atop of it. Keep the cooler lid closed whenever not in use and store it in a shady location upon arriving at the picnicking destination. When returning home, if there is any ice left in the cooler, leftover items are considered safe to consume; if the ice is all melted, the food isn’t safe to eat. Reusable ice packs are also nice to use because they forgo the need to purchase new bags of ice each time. of water at a time until reaching the desired consistency. Pour into bowl and serve immediately with an array of dippers, including organic healthy chips and sliced vegies, as well as outside-the-box options like bok choy, squash or peppers.

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ood balance is something we may take for granted until an unexpected fall brings our attention to a brewing problem. Slower reflexes, unconditioned muscles and changes in eyesight can all compromise balance. Statistics show at least one in three people over the age of 65 suffer from injuries related to falls, but regular core-strengthening balance training, yoga and tai chi can lower the risk considerably.

Marching in place and simple exercises added to a customary after-dinner walk on summer evenings can also go a long way. According to a 2013 study of senior women published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, exercising not only reduces the likelihood of falls by 37 percent, but also the severity of injuries such as broken bones by 61 percent.

“Balance is a skill, and like any skill, it gets better with practice,” says Mike Ross, a Chicago-based performance enhancement

Whole Body Equilibrium Balance training for all ages helps the body to move fluidly as a singular, balanced unit.

Stephanie Mansour, a Chicago fitness expert and host of the PBS weekly Step it Up with Steph show, says, “Some people who have hip or back pain may have an imbalance: One side is more developed than the other. Other people may feel wobbly during workouts or walking upstairs, or less agile while getting in and out of cars; doing everyday movements. Balance training will help improve those everyday activities.”

Full-body exercises engage core muscles to stabilize movement. “You’ll be

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“The problem is people gradually spend less and less time standing and moving around— chasing kids or doing yard work—and spend more time watching television or sitting in front of the computer.”

n Practice walking on stable logs while hiking in the woods or walking in a straight line on the beach. n Take a balance-boosting paddleboard yoga class. n Take a few moments to breathe deeply while balancing on the balls of the feet in the yard or on the balcony each morning.

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Everyday Tips and Recommendations From Stephanie Mansour, some things to do every day: n When you’re walking to the restroom, do it slowly in a straight line, as if you’re on a tightrope. n If you’re cooking in the kitchen and standing in place, try balancing on one leg while you’re lifting the other one. n Press down through the heel and pull your navel in toward your spine to engage your core.

Unstable blood sugar levels, nutritional deficiencies, blurred vision, inner ear infections and side effects from medication can also contribute to poor balance. It’s important to find the source of balance issues with a physician.

From Kollins Ezekh, here’s a basic exercise that anyone can do at any age: n Start by simply balancing on both legs, using support if needed. By doing this, you can work on reducing relying on your support and placing your feet closer and closer together with your eyes closed. n When you’re ready, try balancing on one leg. You can do this for 30 seconds at a time and repeat this three to five times.

Don’t forget to make sure you give both legs the same attention.

As you get more advanced, you can step it up and balance on one leg with your eyes closed while performing an activity, like hopping in place. In whatever you do, make sure to always work each leg evenly.

of hiring someone. Find a sport that you can engage in as you age. For instance, you might play tennis in your 20s and 30s and then pickleball and Ping-Pong in your 50s.”

No matter what type of training we choose, there’s a way to fit in balance elements. “You can try yoga, where the different poses really challenge your balance strength,” says Ezekh. “When doing weight training, you can do lateral exercises with dumbbells on your shoulders or even squatting movements. You need to use your balance strength to prevent yourself from swaying or toppling over. Even exercises like walking down steps require proper levels of balance.”

A Steady Diet Vitamin B12-rich foods, including whole-grain cereals, plantsourced milks, eggs, sardines and nutritional yeast, as well as resveratrol-rich fruits like grapes or blueberries, can help improve coordination and motor function. A 2016 study published in the Journal of Physical Therapy Science reveals that women over 60 with higher serum vitamin D levels exhibit better stability and strength in their lower extremities.

Overall, fostering good balance pays off in the long run. Ross notes, “Ideally, the time to start proactively doing activities that stimulate your balance is way before that first fall in your 50s and 60s.”

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surprised by some muscles that are triggered that are otherwise less engaged during traditional exercises. No matter where you start, it only takes a few minutes of balance work a day to make a difference,” says Los Angeles fitness trainer Kollins Ezekh, emphasizing the added benefit of improved posture that naturally reduces lower back stress and resulting chronic pain.

Balance training also packs a positive punch for brain health by focusing the mind and improving cognitive function while lowering stress levels.

Everyday Activity Being proactive throughout the day and adopting simple habits have far-reaching effects. “Start in the morning when you’re getting dressed for the day and pay attention to which foot you balance on first to put your legs in your pants. Consciously do the opposite.

When you’re drying your hair or brushing your teeth, balance on your tip toes,” suggests Mansour.

Ross recommends staying active in the daily routines. “Make a point of breaking up long periods of sitting like desk work and [watching] television. Get up and play with the kids instead of watching them. If you can, do your own housecleaning and yard work instead

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Here are some other straightforward strategies that can lower childhood anxiety. child to do any kind of exercise: jumping, swinging, running, catch, tag, hopscotch, biking, hiking, skateboarding. These activities are all considered weight-bearing because they place deep pressure on the joints and muscles, which calms their sensory systems that help regulate emotions,” advises Brittany Ferri, a Rochester, New York, occupational therapist specializing in pediatrics and mental health.

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t is difficult for children to make sense of what’s happening in response to COVID-19 as schools close, sports and extracurricular activities stop and many people wear masks. Before these unsettling circumstances took place, one in eight children experienced anxiety disorders, but now parents are reporting that even happy-golucky children that skipped through life have turned clingy; regressing to playing with old toys or becoming withdrawn. “The dramatic change in schedules, reduced social contact and worry about the illness itself can all contribute to the anxiety,” says Eli Lebowitz, Ph.D., director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center.

“Some children will also have relatives or friends directly impacted by the virus.”

As the situation improves, so should children’s emotional well-being, but if anxiety lingers, parents can take heart in new research from the center that shows how childhood anxiety can be reversed before it becomes a crippling adult condition. The study of 124 children aged 7 to 14 with anxiety disorders found that when parents made simple behavior changes, their kids’ symptoms sharply decreased 87.5 percent of the time and disappeared completely 60 percent of the time. Parents drew closer to 38

their children and felt less stressed themselves, and the kids continued to improve even after the study ended.

According to Lebowitz, lead author of the study, the key is to reduce parental accommodation—actions that parents take to soothe and protect their anxious children, like texting to provide constant reassurances, speaking for a child with social fears or staying with a child that fears separation until they fall asleep. These actions may not be a problem in the short term or in tough times, but when used repeatedly, the child often becomes more fearful, less confident and unable to function in a normal manner.

In a new study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, parents learned in 12 weekly sessions how to slowly pull back from accommodating actions while validating the child’s emotions and conveying confidence in their ability to handle challenges. Notably, a parentfocused program, Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions, produced better results than the control group, in which the children underwent 12 sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy learning to replace negative thoughts with positive ones. More information on this program for parents and therapists can be found at SpaceTreatment.net.

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Getting outdoors. Sunlight stimulates

the production of vitamin D and moodboosting serotonin, and studies show that even brief nature walks can lower anxiety and improve focus in kids.

Giving them seeds and a shovel.

Planning and working in their own garden give kids a healthy dose of fresh air, physical activity and a sense of accomplishment, and growing their own vegetables makes them more likely to enjoy eating them.

Breathing deep. “Parents can teach

children coping skills such as relaxing their body or taking slow deep breaths to help them regulate their anxiety,” says Lebowitz.

For example, a child can lie on their back and pretend to blow up a balloon. Or using a fresh flower, a child can breathe in the scent through the nose for a count of four, hold the breath for the same amount of time and then breathe out slowly through the mouth.

Playing it out. “Parents can help a child role-play what they could do in a situation that they’re nervous about,” says Leigh Ellen Watts Magness, a clinical social worker and play therapist, in Athens, Georgia. “They can create a puppet show where the characters have a similar problem, create a poster about some strategies they might use to relax or have their figurines talk to other toys about how they feel. All of these things help kids process feelings of anxiety.”

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“These kinds of statements dismiss, minimize or even punish children for their anxiety, and they teach children that anxiety isn’t important, or worse, is damaging and should be ignored or stuffed away,” she says.

Amanda Walker, a Los Angeles clinical psychologist, advises, “It is important to try and respond to the anxiety with loving kindness, with compassion and openness. Asking ‘What happened?’ instead of ‘What’s wrong?’ changes the way that a challenge is viewed. Other approaches are, ‘I can see why you might feel that way’, or, ‘It’s okay to be scared; lots of kids feel that way.’”

To reinforce a child’s confidence, “The key is reminding a child of past things they were afraid of that never came to pass or bringing to the attention of a child the ways that the child was able to face their fear and overcome it,” says Bruce L. Thiessen, a San Diego clinical psychologist. “Past reminders can increase self-efficacy and build self-confidence, which are powerful anxiety buffers. “Children find it all the more difficult to cope with anxiety if they feel that they are alone in their struggle,” he adds.

“It is important to reassure them by saying something like, ‘We are in this together. I am here for you.’ It may be important to add, ‘No matter what happens, you and I are going to find a way to be okay.’”

Statements to avoid: “You don’t need to worry. You have nothing to worry about. I’m the adult, let me do the worrying. When I was your age, I had much bigger things to worry about.”

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tephen Dinan, founder and CEO of The Shift Network, is committed to creating a healthy, sustainable, peaceful and prosperous world, as are the 200,000 members of his worldwide organization. Interested in personal growth and spirituality since his early 20s, Dinan’s core passion has been to shift society, not just the individual. In his book Sacred America, Sacred World: Fulfilling Our Mission in Service to All, Dinan harvests the world’s wisdom and his own experiences to show how humans can grow, evolve and mature psychologically and spiritually, laying out an envisioning process for what’s possible when America achieves its full potential.

Positing that envisioning is not only the work of leaders but of all of America’s citizens, Dinan sheds light on a new sacred conversation and overriding vision that can guide us to finding the will and the way to midwife a new chapter in American history.

What is a sacred worldview?

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We have a lot of forces pulling us into our separate identities, whether this is as Americans, Democrats, Republicans or identifying as counterculture or mainstream culture. Bifurcations, which happen when we identify with a part of reality and make the rest wrong, bad or problematic, keep us in a state of suffering.

A sacred worldview means living in reverence for all humanity and all life; seeing divinity in all people and things, not

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just in a few people, a group or political party; seeing the higher, nobler and deeper dimension to all manifest reality that is expressed in humanity’s spiritual and religious impulses. A different way of engaging each other and designing how life works flows out of seeing life as the great mystics do; from a higher vantage point of interconnectedness.

At its heart, what is Sacred America about?

Sacred America, Sacred World is about recognizing our role within the larger whole. It’s about our unity as one human family. When we can redesign our society from this standpoint, we’re fulfilling the deepest principles upon which this country was based. Part of the fulfillment of a sacred vision for our country is building upon our most ancient principles. For example, “E pluribus unum” is a deep metaphysical concept meaning out of many, one. It’s not that all is oneness.

This principle tells us that we evolve out of our “manyness” into our oneness, with each of us having a different role. Our manyness, our individuality, the unique flavors of life, different cultures and languages, is not something we want to erase. We do want to remember that we share this unitive ground and vision, as well as the powerful founding code of liberty, equality and justice for all.

Our country is coded with a mission to lean toward unity, to lean toward oneness. As the melting pot for the world, we integrate more cultures than any other

country, creating unity from a great diversity of traditions, cultures, philosophies and religions. This is our shared inheritance.

Ultimately, Sacred America, Sacred World is about building a movement of awake, conscious and caring citizens who are powerfully committed to building a new era for America.

How do we do this?

America can fulfill its higher potential and promise in the way that parallels how an individual matures to his or her next level of development. I believe that America’s next level of expression is within each of us, but it requires that we do some internal housecleaning, clearing out the past, letting go of our different political polarizations, being more solutions-focused and more focused on fulfilling our larger mission in service to the globe, rather than just in service to ourselves.

We have to go beyond partisan warfare to embrace those with other political views as our deepest allies. They are also part of the team that is here to help America shine; yes, even the people you can’t stand. In short, we need to open to a vision of possibility for our country, one in which we successfully navigate the crises, polarizations and political warfare of today to create a country that reflects our highest ideals and that truly serves the birth of a new, global era for humanity, one that is peaceful, sustainable, healthy and prosperous.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings.

Connect at LindaSechrist.com. To listen to the full interview, Tinyurl.com/SDinanInterview.

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lthough cats and dogs don’t require much more than food, a cozy napping spot and human attention, U.S. pet owners spent $95.7 billion last year on their furry companions, according to the 2019 National Pet Owners Survey Statistics produced by the American Pet Products Association. That’s a lot of products, all of which require packaging, shipping, shopping, consumption and waste that the environment must bear.

Finding eco-friendly alternatives is key to having a pet that doesn’t inadvertently harm the planet.

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Pet toys can be costly to the wallet and the environment. Dogs can destroy flimsy items in seconds and the growing number of cat toys under the couch is money out the window. When choosing a toy, consider the pet’s play style. Look for nontoxic natural fiber, recycled, upcycled and locally sourced products. Reject plastic and other toxic materials that degrade and leach harmful substances into the pet.

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Many chemicals and pharmaceuticals can be replaced with simple, natural products. Essential-oil-based insect repellants are safer for pets and people. Apple cider vinegar contains nutrients, vitamins, minerals and enzymes that can be helpful for the treatment of allergies, urinary tract problems, hot spots, dandruff, ear discharge, eczema and stiff joints in dogs, according to Organic Pet Digest. Dr. Marc Smith, a veterinarian at Natchez Trace Veterinary Services, in Nashville, advises, “Apple cider vinegar is a good source of potassium and has excellent antibacterial and antifungal properties to boost the immune system.”

A veterinarian trained in traditional Chinese veterinary medicine can often provide natural treatments and preventatives using herbs, essential oils and other natural substances. Find such a practitioner at tcvm.com.

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Taking a bath in chemicals seems wrong for both humans and pets. Eco-friendly alternatives are available. “We use shampoos without chemicals, preservatives or phos-

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play with if it is constantly stuck under the furniture or falls to pieces during the first roughhouse session.

Soft toys can be salvaged. Tie them in knots, sew them together or braid them into tug toys. Make soft or tug toys by upcycling old towels or T-shirts. Stuff some catnip in an old sock and let the playing begin. Cats can have as much fun with a paper bag as with an expensive toy.

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A quality diet is good for the health of pets and the Earth. Many companies use local ingredients, sustainable manufacturing and recyclable packaging. Avoid artificial dyes, preservatives, fillers and chemicals.

According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, an estimated 56 million cats and 50 million dogs in the U.S. were overweight or obese in 2018. Judicious feeding will trim a pet’s waistline and reduce the amount of packaging and bodily waste a pet produces.

“You can reduce the number of products you need by sharing your food with pets. Saving whole-food leftovers reduces waste and helps move pets away from processed food,” says Molnar. “There’s so much common sense involved. Feed them food.” Dogs love cooked sweet potatoes, pumpkin, carrots, broccoli and eggs.

Cats can have cooked eggs, rice, spinach, pumpkin, salmon and chicken. Be aware of which foods are unsafe for pets. Some examples include onions, chocolate, bones, avocado and grapes.

Pooper Scoopers

Poop happens. Clean it up right. Kitty’s litter can be nontoxic and kept fresh with regular scooping. Picking up after the pup keeps green spaces clean and limits excess nutrients going to waterways. “If your dog is harboring any type of intestinal parasites such as hookworms, roundworms or whipworms, then the eggs of those parasites can be present in poo and spread worms to other dogs and people,” says Sarah J. Wooten, DVM, CVJ, in Greeley, Colorado.

Dogs and cats may seem to tread lightly on the Earth, but their carbon footprint can be heavy. Help them get green by evaluating what they consume and getting them in step with Mother Nature.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 Donation-Based Group Healing – 6-7:30pm.

With Felicia McQuaid. The power of affirmative thinking. In ThetaHealing, we believe, “You are what you think.” The experience of life will be as positive or negative as our thoughts. Thoughts become things. The first place we create from is the mind. Learn more about Theta and experience the healing live and online with a group. Zoom classroom. MiracleMindsets.com.

miraculous ways. Sunshine Yoga, 211 E Main St, Destin. MiracleMindsets.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 25 Reiki Master Teacher – 11am-6pm, Sat & Sun. With Felicia McQuaid. The journey unfolds as the student of reiki masters the lessons of life and heals at karmic levels. Receive the Master symbol and learn to share reiki in evolved ways. Sunshine Yoga, 211 E Main St, Destin. MiracleMindsets.com.

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ThetaHealing Level One: Basic DNA – 9-11:30am & 5:30-8pm Mon-Wed. Provided by Medical Intuitive, Felicia McQuaid. Learn with a live teacher in a classroom setting and study from the comfort of home. Start your new career. Grow in ways you never thought possible. Awaken to your new reality.

Activate the DNA and learn to heal in miraculous ways. Sign up by June 30 and receive $100 toward your program. MiracleMindsets.com.

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FRIDAY, JULY 10 ThetaHealing Level One: Basic DNA – various hours, Fri-Sun. With Medical Intuitive Felicia McQuaid. The attainable miracle. Heal, grow and learn through unconditional love. It's time to make quantum shifts in life! Sign up by June 30 and receive $100 toward your program. Awaken to your new reality. Activate the DNA and learn to heal in

Reiki Level One – 5:30-8pm, Tues & Wed. Learn reiki from the comfort of your home with Felicia McQuaid. Raise your vibration for our new world, flow with life, live in a new consciousness and step up as healed. Provided online through Zoom class and individual attunement. Sliding scale of $77$155. MiracleMindsets.com.

ThetaHealing Level 2: Advanced DNA – various times, Fri-Sun. Advanced ThetaHealing expands the information of basic DNA to encompass an in-depth understanding of the universe and how to heal with unconditional love. It is time to clear old resentments, grudges and regrets that hold you back. Heal, forgive and be free. This class brings profound healing and enlightenment to all. Sunshine Yoga, 211 E Main St, Destin. MiracleMindsets.com.

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sunday 30A Farmers' Market – 9am-1pm. Find local grass fed beef, whole chickens, eggs, goat milk, cheese, produce, hydroponic lettuce, herbs, and microgreens. Local and regioal honey, including Tupelo honey, homemade from scratch breads, pies, and pastries. Pickled veggies, jams, salsa's, BBQ sauces, pesto sauce, tuna & shrimp dips, and the best Maryland Crabcakes you have ever had. In addition beautifully handcrafted soaps. Free. 28 N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach. 850-499-4697. 30aFarmersMarket@gmail.com. 30aFarmersMarket.

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 Pilates Advanced Equipment Class – 8:309:30am. Mon, Wed, Fri. 7:45-8:45am-Sat. For those individuals who have a strong foundation in the Pilates fundamentals. Limited to 6 participants. $30/ drop-in, $25/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCoreTraining.com.

Pilates Modified Equipment Class – 9:4510:45am. Mon,Wed,Fri. For those with conditions such as osteoporosis, disc pathologies, arthritis and joint replacements. Limited to 6 participants. $30/ drop-in, $25/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCoreTraining.com.

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Pilates Intermediate Equipment Class – noon1pm. Plus Tue &Thur-5:30pm, Fri 9:45am Sat9am. Challenging exercises for those who have a foundation in the Pilates fundamentals. Improves strength, posture, alignment and flexibility. Limited to 6 participants. $30/drop-in, $25/account rate.

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Pilates Multi-Level Mat Class – 5:30-6:30pm. And Tues, 8:30am. For those who have basic understanding of fundamentals of Pilates Mat. Uses a variety of different props, ex. stability balls, rollers, rings, etc to algin, strengthen, and increase flexibility. Limited to 8 participants. $15/drop-in, $10/account rate.

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tuesday Pilates Multi-level & Beginning Mat Class – 8:309:30am/Multi-Level Mat and 9:45-10:45am Beginning Mat. Increase strength, flexibility, alignment, improve your posture, and love how your body feels after just one hour of corrective movement exercises! Cost $10 account rate/$15 drop-in rate. All mat classes limited to 8 participants. Call 850-2875836 or visit www.pilatescoretraining.com to reg-

Meditation for Self Healing – 6:30-7:30pm. Begins 11/13. A guided meditation to clear your energy field of stress and other negative energies. Recharge and rejuvenate yourself. Love Donation. The Center For Pranic Healing and Wellness, 206B Center St, Gulf Breeze. 850-380-0561. FLPranicHealing@ gmail.com. PraniceHealingAndWellness.com.

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Qi Gong – 11am-noon. With Sean Seid. Combines meditative and physically active elements, designed to help you preserve your Jing (sexual vitality), strengthen and balance the flow of Qi (breath) energy, and enlighten your Shen (spirit). $20. Empathic Practice, 801 E. Cervantes St, Pensacola.

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EmpathicPractice.US. Pilates Intermediate Equipment Class – 5:306:30pm. Tues/Thurs, Mon 12-1, Sat 9-10. Challenging exercises for those who have a foundation in the Pilates fundamentals. Limited to 6. $30 drop-in, $25/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. Pilates CoreTraining.com.

Kemetic Yoga – 6-7:30pm. With Camelia Wilis. Kemetic Yoga™ is the ancient Egyptian system of Yoga enlightenment based upon the practices of physical movements combined with controlled deep breathing and meditation. $20. Empathic Practice, 801 E. Cervantes St, Pensacola. 850-777-3334. Contact@ EmpathicPractice.us. EmpathicPractice.US. Honor Military Yoga Class – 7-8:15pm. Honoring those who serve, have served, and family members holding DOD IDs – US Armed Forces welcome for free. All others may join for a dropin fee of $12. Beginners welcome and multi-level Hatha yoga class with breath awareness, meditation, sun salutations, restorative cool down, and savasana. Come build strength, flexibility, and clarity of the mind with those that serve this country. Free w/ID or $12. Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St. SE, Bldg 2, FWB. 850-218-2575.

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Group Meditation and Pranic Healing, First Wednesday – 6:30-8pm. 1st Wed. monthly. Since 2003 we have been offering free mini-Pranic Healing sessions at our Community Healing Night.

Pranic Healing is no-touch and effective in helping the body heal itself in the areas of stress, pain, inflammation, injuries, and psycho-emotional issues.

Practice the Meditation on Twin Hearts, a brief guided meditation for inner peace, illumination and mental clarity. First visit free, $10. The Center For Pranic Healing and Wellness, 206B Center St, Gulf Breeze. 850-380-0561. FLPranicHealing@gmail. com. PranicHealingAndWellness.com.

thursday Slow Flow Yoga Class – 5:30-6:30pm. A 60-minute semi-private sessions with our certified wellness coach and yoga instructor Amanda Simmons. 3 spots per week, book online or call for sign up. $20.

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friday Angel Messages – 9:30am. With Felicia McQuaid.

Join Felicia each Friday as she delivers an angelic perspective on life. Angel cards are pulled, and live questions are answered. Free on Facebook Live: Log into Facebook| Facebook MiracleMindsets.com.

Qi Gong – 5:30-6:30pm. With Sean Seid. Combines meditative and physically active elements, designed to help you preserve your Jing (sexual vitality), strengthen and balance the flow of Qi (breath) energy, and enlighten your Shen (spirit). $20. Empathic Practice, 801 E. Cervantes St, Pensacola. 850-777-3334. Contact@EmpathicPractice. us. EmpathicPractice.US.

wednesday Gyrokinesis Class – noon-1pm. This movement system allows the entire body to be worked through spinal movement. Gently works the joints and muscles through rhythmic flowing movements.

Most of the exercises are performed sitting on a stool. Limited to 8. $15/drop-in, $10/account rate.

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saturday Pilates Advanced Equipment Class – 7:4511:15am. 9am-Intermediate; 10:15am-Beginners.

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

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Find grass fed beef, whole chickens, eggs, goat milk, cheese, produce, hydroponic lettuce, herbs, and microgreens. Best honey, including Tupelo honey, homemade from scratch breads, pies, and pastries.

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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 2.

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 16.

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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 is 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 5.

CHILDBIRTH – NATURAL MARGO DANDREANO, LM, CPM

Practical Midwifery, Inc Homebirth Midwife 850-859-4100 • PanhandleMidwife.com Florida Licenced Midwife and Certified Professional Midwife, provides comprehensive prenatal care, birth (homebirth, waterbirth, VBAC) and postpartum care for healthy, low-risk families. Serving Pensacola to Panama City. Free consultations. See ad, page 37.

KIZIE TOSI, CNM, APRN Practical Midwifery, Inc Homebirth Midwife 850-859-4100 PanhandleMidwife.com

BAYBRIDGE CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Dr. Kenneth L Williams, DC 107 Baybridge Dr, Gulf Breeze 850-932-1778 KLWilliamsDC@gmail.com

A progressive integrative clinic located in Gulf Breeze Proper.

Offering chiropractic, acupuncture, Class IV Laser, spinal decompression and massage. Trusted relief for your toughest pain.

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.

HENARD FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

Dr Karen Henard-Carter, DC 4566 Hwy 20 E, Ste 205, Niceville 850-897-1105 • HenardChiro.com A second generation chirop r a c t o r, D r. H e n a r d i s committed to chiropractic wellness for the family, improving health naturally.

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

Certified Nurse Midwife and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, provides comprehensive prenatal care, birth (homebirth, waterbirth, VBAC) and postpartum care for healthy, low-risk families. Serving Pensacola to Panama City. Free consultations. See ad, page 37.

CHIROPRACTIC BAIRD CHIROPRACTIC & MED SPA

1796 Navarre Sound Circle, Navarre 850-936-8664 SuperiorHealthNavarre.com

DR. TONY SALAMAY, DC, MS, FASA

520 N Macarthur Ave, Panama City 850-785-9372 TheBayDoctor.com

Treating the mind, body and spirit. Dr. Brett Baird has been in practice for over 20 years and is always continuing his education to stay with the most relevant practices. Whether you are in need of an adjustment, a massage or medical spa services, Baird Chiropractic & Medical Spa is truly Navarre’s finest. See ad, page 8.

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Natural Awakenings of Northwest Florida

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. See ad, page 3.

www.NaturalAwakeningsNWF.com

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 15.

CRAFTS & GIFTS STONE SOUP Intuitive Spiritual Center 700 Beal Pkwy, Unit D, FWB 850-533-6565 ShadowBonus@gmail.com

Fort Walton’s newest eclectic intuitive c e n t e r. L o c a l l y made crafts by local artisans. Intuitive readings, jewelry, paintings, incense, crystals, pottery, semi-precious stones, wind chimes, diaper cakes, hand-painted furniture. See ad, page 21.

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 10.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY CRYO850 PERFORMANCE & RECOVERY 4495 Furling Ln, Ste 10, Destin 850-279-4145 Cryo850.com

Nitrogen-free therapeutic, cold e x p o s u r e therapy designed to lower the body surface temperature and accelerate the body’s natural recovery and rejuvenation processes. For inflammation management, chronic pain and disease, mood disorders, metabolic boost, antiaging and beauty.

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 16.

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, CO2 laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings.

See ads, pages 17 and 43.

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 16.

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FARMERS’ MARKETS 30A FARMERS’ MARKETS

850-499-4697 30AFarmersMarket.com Locations: 30A Farmers’ Market at Seascape Resort 90 Seascape Dr, Miramar Beach 9am-1pm Thursdays (Open March 8) 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 10.

FLOAT THERAPY MODE MIND AND BODY

3101 E Cervantes St, Pensacola 850-316-4149 ModeMindAndBody.com It’s time to take better care of yourself. Start by doing nothing.

Experience float therapy and start living life without pain, anxiety and stress. We provide effective wellness with state-ofthe-art science and technology with Wholebody Sonic Vibe, infrared sauna, float therapy and magnesphere magnetic resonance therapy. See ad, page 11.

FOOD & SUPPLEMENTS ALTERNATIVE HEALTH FOOD STORE 5533 Hwy 90, Pace 850-994-3606 AlternativeHealthFoodStore.com Since 1998

An educated and friendly staff, quality vitamins and supplements.

Essential oils for a healthy lifestyle.

Natural holistic health assessments­—iridology, tongue and fingernail assessment, reflex nutrition assessment—by appointment, $60. See ad, page 19.

BODY-B-HEALTHY

Natural Alternative Wellness Center and Smoothie Bar 2227 Ferdon Blvd, Crestview 850-682-8893 • Find us on Facebook We offer cutting-edge testing/screenings, iridology and wellness coaching along with all natural supplements, homeopathic solutions and anti-aging products. Very knowledgeable staff that also makes great -tasting “good-for-you” smoothies and protein shakes.

CARUN U.S.

11525 Hutchison Blvd, Ste 103, PCB 850-775-4913 Info@Carun.us • Carun.us Providing the best CBD oil and hemp products in North America. Hemp oil extracts, food, personal hygiene, soap, mouth wash, skin care. Go online to order or visit our store. See ad, page 15.

EVER’MAN COOPERATIVE GROCERY & CAFE 315 W Garden St, Pensacola 1000 E 9 Mile Rd, Pensacola 850-438-0402 • EverMan.org

Natural and certified organic products, vitamin supplements, local and organic produce, wholesome baked goods, hot deli lunches, environmentally friendly products, and educational classes and events. Mon-Sat, 7am9pm; Sun, 10am-7pm.

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, skincare, 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 2.

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KRATOM AND COMPANY 130 Perry Ave SE, Ste A, FWB 850-845-0998 KratomAndCo.com

Kratom and Company is a holistic pharmacy that specializes in an alternative medicine known as kratom. In short, kratom is a tropical tree in Southeast Asia with leaves that have been used for hundreds of years to relieve pain. See ad, page 13.

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 5.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS COACH EMPATHIC PRACTICE 801 E Cervantes St, Ste C Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us

Together we will build a plan and schedule that will fit your needs and help you feel better.

Bring more energy, disposition, focus and time to your lifestyle.

See ad, page 39.

HERBS ROOTS SHOPPE

357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB 850-863-1044 C.Gypsymuse@gmail.com CGypsymuse.com Offering a vast selection of quality herbs, self-care products and metaphysical goods, as well as an experience to remember.

See ad, page 31.

HOLISTIC MEDICINE EMPATHIC PRACTICE

801 E Cervantes St, Ste C 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 39.

KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board-Certified Gynecologist 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre 850-916-7766 KarenKennedyMD.com Board-Certified Gynecologist M D , o ff e r i n g f u l l G Y N services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a noninvasive 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 4.

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. See ad, page 3.

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 55.

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KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board Certified Gynecologist 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre 850-916-7766 KarenKennedyMD.com Board Certified Gynecologist MD, offering full GYN services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a non-invasive treatment for symptoms of low hormones or menopause. Stop suffering and start living. Call for appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 4.

THRIVE WELLNESS 98 Eglin Pkwy NE, Ste 5 FWB • 850-362-6226 ThriveFWB.com

Hormone replacement therapy can help with decreased sexual performance, fatigue, weight gain, heart disease, insomnia, brain fog, diabetes, inability to maintain muscle mass, as well as menopause. Consult with our nurse practitioner to learn about our comprehensive labs and evaluations of your hormone levels. See ad, page 7.

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 11.

HYPNOSIS DCC HYPNOSIS & HYPNOSIS TRAINING CERTIFICATION Deana Cooper Chapman

850-261-3596 • DCCHypnosis.com The mind is the most powerful gift we have. Using hypnosis, NLP and life coaching you can improve, change or accept anything you truly desire. Reach your full potential. Also offering certified hypnosis training program. See ad, page 42.

INFRARED SAUNA PILATES CORE TRAINING

Barbara Bruni, Owner 1308 Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 PilatesCoreTraining.com

Our Sunlighten sauna offers the highest quality and quantity of far infrared heat.

Potential benefits include lowered blood pressure, weight loss, detoxification, inflammation reduction, pain relief and more.

Also included is Sound Therapy for deeper relaxation, as well as Chromotherapy which uses the full spectrum of colored lights on various energy points to help balance your body, each color of which addresses a distinct need. See ad, page 5.

IV THERAPY THRIVE WELLNESS

98 Eglin Pkwy NE, Ste 5 FWB • 850-362-6226 ThriveFWB.com

Emerald Coast’s premier IV hydration therapy and wellness center offers the most innovative and effective ways to reach your optimum lifestyle with custom IV therapies that compliment our wellness services and weight loss products including Phentermine, MICC, and LipoStat Plus. Enjoy a private, relaxing environment designed for your specific needs. Walk-ins are welcome and we accept appointments. See ad, page 7.

MASSAGE THERAPY 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.

EMPATHIC PRACTICE

801 E Cervantes St, Ste C Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us Soleilune at Empathic Practice provides relaxing and therapeutic body treatments for individuals or couples.

Treatments with CBD lotions, essential oils and natural products available. Call 850777-3334 and book your appointment today. See ad, page 39.

MEDICAL MARIJUANA EMPATHIC PRACTICE 801 E Cervantes St, Ste C Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us

Let us guide you through the process of obtaining your card, and understanding the products available. Our holistic approach includes mindfulness coach sessions and group-guided meditation sessions. See ad, page 39.

MEDITATION EMPATHIC PRACTICE

801 E Cervantes St, Ste C Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us Regardless of your experience, our one-on-one or group sessions will help you to successfully implement a practice that will bring you all the benefits of meditation. See ad, page 39.

THE CENTER FOR PRANIC HEALING AND WELLNESS 206B Center St, Gulf Breeze 850-380-0561 PranicHealingSouth@gmail.com PranicHealingAndWellness.com

Learn to still your mind, calm your emotions, decrease stress.

Improve mental focus, clarity and recall. Weekly meditations for self-healing, inner peace and planetary peace. See ad, page 55.

METAPHYSICAL SHOP STONE SOUP

Intuitive Spiritual Center 700 Beal Pkwy, Unit D, FWB 850-533-6565 ShadowBonus@gmail.com

Fort Walton’s newest eclectic intuitive c e n t e r. L o c a l l y made crafts by local artisans. Intuitive readings, jewelry, paintings, incense, crystals, pottery, semi-precious stones, wind chimes, diaper cakes, hand-painted furniture. See ad, page 21.

MIDWIVES MARGO DANDREANO, LM, CPM Practical Midwifery, Inc Homebirth Midwife 850-859-4100 PanhandleMidwife.com

Florida Licenced Midwife and Certified Professional Midwife, provides comprehensive prenatal care, birth (homebirth, waterbirth, VBAC) and postpartum care for healthy, low-risk families. Serving Pensacola to Panama City. Free consultations. See ad, page 37.

KIZIE TOSI, CNM, APRN Practical Midwifery, Inc Homebirth Midwife 850-859-4100 PanhandleMidwife.com

Certified Nurse Midwife and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, provides comprehensive prenatal care, birth (homebirth, waterbirth, VBAC) and postpartum care for healthy, low-risk families. Serving Pensacola to Panama City. Free consultations. See ad, page 37.

MINDFULNESS COACH EMPATHIC PRACTICE

801 E Cervantes St, Ste C Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us

A great way to improve your mood, change your behavior for better and become more productive. Our coach will help you apply mindfulness to your routines. See ad, page 39.

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MYOFASCIAL RELEASE BARBARA BRUNI

Pilates Core Training 1308 Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 PilatesCoreTraining.com

Myofascial release treats the entire myofascial mind/body complex, eliminating the pressure of the restricted myofascial system (the straight-jacket) that causes painful symptoms. LMT #MA64267. See ad, page 5.

PHYSICIANS EMERALD COAST RHEUMATOLOGY

Aymen A Kenawy, MD 850-215-6400 3890 Jenks Ave, Lynn Haven/PC Info@ecrheum.com DrKenawy.com Aymen A. Kenawy, M.D., FACP, FACR, Board-Certified Rheumatologist specializes in the treatment of arthritis and other rheumatic diseases, stem cell and infusion therapy. See ad, page 20.

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 or living yoga. Classes for all levels and private classes upon request. See ad, page 11.

NUTRITION YOUR ESSENTIAL DIETITIAN

Tammy Lantz, RD, LD, IBCLC Love Your Food, Love Yourself 850-659-3557 YourEssentialDietitian.com

Florida Licensed, Registered Dietitian with 20 years of experience. Find transformation through one-on-one personalized coaching or online programs incorporating the power of intuitive eating, functional nutrition, essential oils and a transformed mindset. See ad, page 21.

ORIENTAL MEDICINE NAVARRE ACUPUNCTURE AND WELLNESS

Pamela Purser, AP, L.Ac., 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 (AIT). See ad, page 19.

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KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board-Certified Gynecologist 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre 850-916-7766 KarenKennedyMD.com Board-Certified Gynecologist MD, offering full GYN services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a noninvasive 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 4.

SPINE & JOINT, LLC

Sheila Mohammed, MD, PhD 4507 Furling Ln, Ste 213, Destin 850-281-8186 DrSheilaMohammed.com We are a medical clinic that treats pain naturally through remedies such as prolotherapy, prolozone, ozone, platelet rich plasma and stem cell treatments. See ad, page 34.

PILATES STUDIO PILATES CORE TRAINING Barbara Bruni, Owner 1308 Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 PilatesCoreTraining.com

Feel what it feels like to move and feel good again.

From athletic training to rehab sessions, PCT can accommodate every level.

We offer mat, Gyrokinesis and equipment classes. Private or group sessions available for all levels. Visit website for class schedule and pricing. See ad, page 5.

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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.

PRANIC HEALING CENTER FOR PRANIC HEALING AND WELLNESS

206 Center St, Gulf Breeze 850-380-0561 PranicHealingAndWellness.com

Teaching meditation, energy healing and yoga. Group and private trainings. Pranic Healing sessions by appointment.

Energize your life. Expand your consciousness. Transform yourself. Call us. See ad, page 55.

RED LIGHT THERAPY CRYO850 PERFORMANCE & RECOVERY

4495 Furling Ln, Ste 10, Destin 850-279-4145 Cryo850.com

Therapeutic wavelengths of red and near infrared light increase blood flow, oxygen and nutrients, and increase ATP (energy). More energy, healthier skin and enhanced testosterone in men.

REIKI FELICIA MCQUAID

Virtual, In-Person Sessions and Classes MiracleMindsets.com TheHealingClinicFWB.com Reiki allows source energy to flow and naturally heal the body, heart and soul. Find balance, harmony and wellness.

Reiki is a part of Miracle Mindsets. See ad, page 23.

ROLFING SHARALEE HOELSCHER, RCST Certified Rolfer (MA34039) Registered Craniosacral Therapist 850-450-8508 HealingWithBodywork.com

VIVACE

Provides the most dramatic skin results with less pain and less downtime. The results are both immediate and improve over time with multiple treatments.

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 10.

SKIN CARE SP HOLISTIC SKIN CARE 4300 Bayou Blvd, Ste 22 Pensacola • 850-778-8600 SPHolisticSkincare.com

Holistic Skincare with a variety of services that revitalize and rejuvenate the skin. Indulge the senses with premium all natural and organic ingredients. Free your mind and calm your spirit.

SPIRITUAL CENTER UNITY OF PENSACOLA

Baird Chiropractic & Med Spa 1796 Navarre Sound Circle, Navarre 850-936-8664 SuperiorHealthNavarre.com

SLEEP DISORDERS DR SUSAN WELCH, FAGD

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 17.

STEM CELL THERAPY AGELESS SOLUTIONS

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, CO2 laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ads, pages 17 and 43.

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 55.

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Ida Rolf’s 10-Series is a method of bodywork which creates profound and lasting results.

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TEACHER TRAINING PILATES AND BEYOND TEACHER TRAINING SCHOOL Barbara Bruni, Owner 1308 Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 PilatesAndBeyond.com

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

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THERMOGRAPHY THERMOGRAPHY ADVANTAGE Carolyn Olson Certified Clinical Thermographer Gulf Coast Area (Louisiana to Florida) 251-623-2225 ThermographyAdvantage@hotmail.com ThermographyAdvantage.com

FDA-registered thermography (digital Infrared thermal imaging) offers breast screenings that are non-invasive and radiation-free, without compression or bodily contact.

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THETAHEALING® FELICIA MCQUAID Virtual, In-Person Sessions and Classes MiracleMindsets.com TheHealingClinicFWB.com

ThetaHealing creates miraclelevel healing with the energy of Unconditional Love. Identify and clear limiting beliefs. Live your best life now! ThetaHealing is a part of Miracle Mindsets.

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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 11.

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 16.

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 55.

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.

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EMPATHIC PRACTICE

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