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ummer on the Emerald Coast is open for business. Trees in full leaf, offering welcome respite from the hot morning sun. Afternoon showers followed by steamy streets. Fourth of July fireworks at the ready, making up for subdued celebrations last year. Roadside produce stands springing up everywhere, and local farmers markets—like the ones on 30a Seaside, in Niceville and on Palafox, in Pensacola—full of gifts of goodness from Mother Nature. Things feel wonderfully normal again.

If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that we should never take anything for granted, particularly our health. Fortunately, MothDaralyn & Scott Chase er Nature has given us a simple recipe for protecting ourselves from illness: Eat what she provides.

By now it’s established fact that plant-based diets can be a key weapon in the health battles being fought across this country. Our feature article, “Food As Medicine,” explains how this type of diet can heal or even reverse chronic diseases for which many healthcare providers would assign a pharmacological regimen, which is not always the best course of treatment. Of course, using food as medicine requires changing unhealthy eating habits. To that end, we recommend focusing first on what to put on your plate, not what to take off. Our favorite trick? Eat by color. Turn to page 26 to learn more.

We’re grateful to Sabina Zunguze, a native of Zimbabwe, for her page 20 article introducing us to nutrient-packed plants that have been part of sub-Saharan Africans’ diet for thousands of years. Sabina is CEO of A Gift to Africa, a Florida-based social enterprise that uses fair trade principles as it works with African women to harvest these plants and bring them here, where they’re processed into “food is medicine” form.

If you want to get healthier through diet and lifestyle, it helps to have a primary care provider who’s on the same page. Our Community Spotlight on page 22 features Awaken Functional Medicine, a new wellness practice in Niceville, run by physician assistant Amy Drab, who has 23 years’ experience in family practice, OB/GYN, urgent care, emergency medicine and her specialty, functional medicine. “My passion is to educate patients regarding the root causes of their health issues, inspire them to make the changes needed, and then empower them with the necessary tools to be an active participant in the healing process,” she told us. “This is truly where healing begins.”

If you’re planning a cookout this summer (of course you are!), don’t miss our ideas for plant-based options in “Sizzling on the Grill,” page 32. Our Wise Words column on page 40, “Ethical Eating,” an interview with animal-rights icon Peter Singer, will give you more to chew on.

As summer continues its inevitable march toward fall, enjoy every beachfront picnic and backyard soirée, but keep in mind the many benefits of food as medicine. Enjoy the bountiful cornucopia that our local farmers provide us here in Northwest Florida.

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Contents

Caring for someone with dementia is hard.

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26 FOOD AS MEDICINE The Healing Power of Nutrition

30 GROWING FOOD SECURITY

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Among their areas of specialty are back, hip and neck pain; cognitive, sensory and memory problems; stress, insomnia and anxiety; and immune support.

The team is led by Dr. Rachel Kaiser, an NCCAOM board-certified acupuncturist and herbalist with a Doctorate of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine in Austin, Texas. She has experience in treating complex illnesses to bring balance and homeostasis to the body.

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Use Sunlight and Sleep to Lower COVID-19 Risk

Try Saffron Extract to Raise Mood Saffron, harvested by hand from the stigma of crocus (Crocus sativus L.), has long been used in cooking, dying and fragrances, and a new study also verifies its traditional use for lowering depression. European researchers gave 56 people with poor moods, anxiety or stress either 30 milligrams a day of saffron extract or a placebo for eight weeks. Those getting the saffron reported feeling less depressed and having improved social relationships, and their urinary crocetin levels correlated with a change in their depression scores.

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Two readily available natural strategies— sunlight exposure and sufficient sleep—appear to lower the risks of suffering and dying from COVID-19, report two new studies. Researchers from the UK University of Edinburgh examined records of 2,474 U.S. counties from January to April 2020 to compare numbers of COVID-related deaths to levels of UVA rays from the sun.

They found that people living in counties with the highest UVA levels had on average, a 29 percent Either sidelower chance of dying from the coronavirus. stepping an They ruled out the vitamin D factor by not argument or including counties with UVB levels that would resolving it on produce the vitamin. Repeating the analysis in the same day England and Italy produced the same results. pays off quickThe researchers theorized that nitric oxide rely by halving leased by the skin when in sunlight may reduce the reactivity the ability of that virus to replicate. level—negative A second study of 2,884 high-risk health“aftertaste”— care workers in five European countries and that day and the U.S. found that every additional hour of often erasing sleep reduces the risk of COVID-19 infecany darkened tion by 12 percent. However, insomnia, disemotional rupted sleep and daily burnout are linked to response the a heightened risk of becoming infected with following day, the coronavirus, having more severe sympsay University toms and a longer recovery period, reports the of Oregon researchers. Based on surveys of more than 2,000 people researchers in BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health. reporting their emotional ups and downs during an eight-day period, People that had problems like difficulty falling the researchers found that when people feel they have resolved an or staying asleep or regularly using sleeping argument, the emotional response associated with that disagreement pills were 88 percent more likely to be infected is significantly reduced or even eliminated. Stress reactivity has been with COVID-19 than those without such issues. found to significantly reduce lifespan, studies show, and is linked to

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Drink Electrolytes Instead of Water for Muscle Cramps Painful, involuntary muscle cramps have hit 39 percent of marathon runners, 52 percent of rugby players and 60 percent of cyclists, studies show, but gulping down too much water has also been linked to the condition. The solution might be to drink an oral rehydration solution rather than spring water, suggests an Australian study in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. Ten men were repeatedly tested with each liquid while running downhill in 96-degree heat for 40 to 60 minutes.

When their calves were stimulated electrically to induce cramps, those drinking the oral rehydration liquid were less susceptible to the condition. “It is possible that drinking a large amount of plain water dilutes sodium and other electrolytes in the blood and extracellular fluid, increasing [muscle cramp] susceptibility,” conclude the authors.

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All-Vegan Menu Debuts at Lebanon Hospital

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Hayek Hospital, in suburban Beirut, Lebanon, launched Researchers are using recycled rock a 100 percent dust to enrich farm and rangeplant-based menu land soils to accelerin March as a “moral ate the processes by responsibility”. which soils capture Patients will no atmospheric carbon. The longer be greeted natural process of rock weathering provides a proven after waking up method of capturing carbon from the atmosphere and from surgery with putting it into the soil, where it may remain for centuries. ham, cheese, milk Benjamin Z. Houlton, the Ronald P. Lynch Dean of the and eggs, the same Cornell College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, says, foods that may have “Soil can be part of the solution set. It will not save us, contributed to their but it can help to put us on path to negative emissions.” health problems.

Field testing has been conducted for a year with positive The family-owned early findings. Iris Holzer, a Ph.D. student at the University private hospital of California-Davis, has seen a doubling of the rate of emphasizes the health benefits of vegan diets, which have carbon capture in soils with rock amendments compared been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes to soils without. and some cancers.

Excess carbon speeds up the greenhouse effect, which The hospital says deciding factors included the World causes rising temperatures and other challenges to global security, food production, economic growth, infrastructure Health Organization classification of processed meat and human and ecosystem health. Over a five-year period, consumption as carcinogenic, as well as the role that animal agriculture plays in spawning diseases and pandemcrushed volcanic rock added to agricultural soils across ics. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention the globe could remove 2.8 billion tons of carbon. estimates that three out of four new or emerging infectious diseases in humans come from animals.

The American Medical Association passed a resolution Huge Indoor Vertical Farm to Serve Food Desert in 2017 requesting U.S. hospitals promote better health by offering plant-based meals to patients, staff and visitors, The agriculand similar recommendations have been issued by the ture startup American College of Cardiology. New York and California Plenty Unnow have laws requiring hospitals to provide a plantlimited Inc. is based option with meals. building an indoor vertical farm in the South Los Angeles suburb of Compton to provide jobs and fresh produce to the historical “food desert” and surrounding areas. Traditional farms are usually only able to harvest crops a few times a year, but because Plenty’s hydroponic farms are free of the limitations of seasonal changes, weather conditions, pests and natural disasters, they can produce food year-round. The crops are cultivated in a clinically sanitary environment with full personal protective equipment for staff, as well as robots to do much of the picking. The first time produce is touched by human hands is when the consumer opens the package.

Plenty’s project condenses 700 acres of farmland into a 95,000-square-foot warehouse. Its first vertical farm opened in South San Francisco in 2018, and it maintains a research and development farm in Laramie, Wyoming.

By building farms vertically, healthy, quality produce can be grown without harming the environment, especially in urban areas, where land is limited and food insecurity may be widespread. In addition to the vertical plant towers, Plenty uses LED lighting and automation to plant, feed and harvest crops. The warehouses grow plants faster and with more nutritional density with no need for pesticides, using a fraction of the water required by traditional farming.

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Las Vegas Seeks to Ban Nonfunctional Grass

With Assembly Bill 356, Las Vegasarea water officials hope to impose the first policy in the U.S. banning grass on “nonfunctional turf” that no one walks on in such places as highway medians, housing developments and office parks. This ornamental grass, which occupies about eight square miles in Las Vegas, requires four times as much water as drought-tolerant landscaping like cactus and other succulents.

Removal by 2026 could reduce annual water consumption by roughly 15 percent. Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones says, “To be clear, we are not coming after your average homeowner’s backyard.”

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■ Host an adult sleepover; stay up late watching a scary movie or one made for a younger audience.

The Power of Playfulness

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■ Make ink blots with watercolors or play with air-dry clay or easy-to-make salt dough.

irth has been a memory for most of us this past year; something that we need now more than ever. White-knuckle survival and transition can drain neurotransmitters, those chemical messengers vital for strong immunity and good mental health. Taking a vacation from seriousness just might be what the doctor ordered.

As kids, we rarely turned down an opportunity to roll in the grass, laugh ourselves into bellyaches or catch a wave of spontaneous fun. With the advent of adulthood, pouring a drink or going on a shopping spree often becomes a knee-jerk relaxation strategy, leaving the option for nourishing play in the distant past.

Recent research shows what kids and kittens already know: Snippets of playtime are good for the soul and provide benefits like reduced depression, stronger emotional resilience and higher productivity on the job. A study by Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, in Germany, published last year in the journal Applied Psychology: Health and Well-Being suggests that even serious, poker-faced humans can train themselves to be more playful.

■ Grab some crayons and adult-designed coloring books.

■ Blow bubbles in the backyard or during a morning shower.

■ Go out for low- or sugar-free ice cream or gluten-free pizza.

■ Fly a kite or find shapes and faces in passing clouds.

■ Roll in the leaves or down a grassy hill with that special someone.

■ Bounce a ball during work breaks.

■ Belt out karaoke songs and delight in being off-key.

■ Play charades or a favorite childhood game.

Postponing levity accomplishes nothing and doesn’t solve today’s problems, yet we may find it almost impossible to grab downtime without guilt gnawing away at our joy. Try making a to-do list that is solely dedicated to pure, inner-childapproved, illogical fun. Some activities to consider penciling into the calendar: ■ Roll around the floor with the dog or play hide-and-go-seek with the kids.

■ Have a staring contest.

Having some fun doesn’t break the bank, and the only requirement is to check selfconsciousness at the door. “Wasting” time is being free, and that is worth its weight in gold.

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product spotlight The Baobab With the rise of healthy eating, especially in the West, some African ancestral food plants have become popular for their high nutritional value. One of these is the baobab, a superfruit. For thousands of years, indigenous Africans have consumed most parts of the baobab tree—the “tree of life”—whose leaves, seeds, bark and shell are deemed equally nutritious.

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Its fruit pulp has very high vitamin C content (roughly 10 times that of orange) and can be used in seasoning, as an appetizer and to make juices.

Its seeds contain appreciable quantities of crude protein, digestible carbohydrates and oil, and high levels of lysine, thiamine, calcium and iron. They can be eaten fresh or dried—ground into flour and added to soups and stews. Processing eliminates a number of antinutritional factors present in the seed.

Its leaves are superior in nutritional quality to the fruit pulp, and contain significant levels of vitamin A. The leaves can be eaten fresh or dried; they’re a staple for many African populations.

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Its leaves, which are peppery and mildly bitter, are added to many Western dishes, water or beverages.

The moringa tree grows in warm weather. It’s become so popular in the West, including the United States, that it’s not surprising to find them in quite a few backyards, especially in the South. There are many videos, podcasts, articles and recipes online about the moringa’s benefits and uses.

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waken Functional Medicine, a new wellness clinic in Niceville specializing in functional and anti-aging medicine, takes a “high-touch, high-tech” approach to health care. Owner and medical director Amy Drab—a physician assistant with more than 23 years’ experience in family practice, OB/GYN, urgent care, emergency medicine, and functional medicine—says this emerging approach combines traditional, hands-on medical care with the advantages of state-of-the-art medical technology.

As one of the ~1,500 certified practitioners through the Institute for Functional Medicine, Drab provides in depth analysis addressing the root cause of symptoms using lifestyle modifications and the principles of functional medicine.

“My passion and confidence were born and grounded through my experience healing a family member through functional medicine where the allopathic medical community failed to heal the person,” she says. “Today’s health care is often dictated by insurance companies and treats the symptom and not the core issue. With functional medicine, you’re not just a patient. You’re a unique person.”

She says she gained valuable experience working in the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine, where she collaborated with some of the most prominent thought leaders and practitioners in the field such as Dr. Mark Hyman. She also incorporated a functional medicine approach in other local practices as well.

“My passion is to educate patients regarding the root causes of their health issues, inspire them to make the changes needed, and then empower them with the necessary tools to be an active participant in the healing process. This is truly where healing begins,” she says. For this reason, Amy has incorporated education tools such as medical infographics to communicate complex concepts and online on-demand education opportunities through her “Awaken Academy” learning platform. She also utilizes the services of a dietitian and health coach to assist patients in their healing journey.

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Sweet Slumber Natural Tips for Deep Sleep

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good night’s sleep is a challenge for a growing number of Americans. Even before the pandemic, 35 percent of adults reported sleeping less than the recommended seven hours a night, and in a new survey by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 56 percent said they were sleeping worse due to what’s termed “COVID-somnia”.

Being sleep-deprived not only makes us crabby and accidentprone, but also raises our risk of obesity, depression, heart disease, dementia and a weakened immune system, studies show. Fortunately, we can stave off fretting about lack of sleep by adopting some simple, natural practices.

MUNCH SMARTLY ON SLEEP-INDUCING FOODS. Many experts advocate foregoing food two hours before sleeping. As another option, “sleep snacks”, is suggested by New York University adjunct nutrition professor Lisa Young. She says, “These are foods that contain natural substances that may help promote a good night’s sleep.” They include warm milk or turkey (tryptophan), tart cherries (melatonin), kiwi fruit (vitamin C and serotonin), bananas (potassium and magnesium) and nuts and seeds (magnesium).

DON AMBER GLASSES OR AN EYE MASK TO BLOCK LIGHT. The blue light emitted by ordinary light bulbs and device screens prevents the pineal gland from releasing melatonin, the sleep-inducing hormone, which is why it’s wise to shut down electronic devices an hour before sleeping. If doing so isn’t easy, at least block the blue light by using amber or orange (not clear or yellow) glasses to restore melatonin production, advises former General Electric lighting researcher Richard Hansler, Ph.D., of Cleveland; he also advises replacing regular bedroom bulbs with only those that produce low levels of blue light. To encourage deep sleep, fully darken the bedroom or wear an eye mask: a Chinese study found wearing such an accessory along with earplugs significantly increases the restorative rapid eye movement (REM) stage of sleep.

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GET A PATTERN GOING. “Keeping to the same routine will signal to the body and brain that it is time to wind down and prepare for sleep,” says Dallas nurse educator Jenna Liphart Rhoads.

This means sticking to the same bedtime and awakening schedule, and doing quieting activities an hour or so before bed, such as stretching, meditating, drinking tea or journaling.

WRITE A TO-DO LIST TO CALM A RACING MIND. Baylor University researchers found that compared to people that journaled about what they had accomplished that day, those that spent five minutes writing a to-do list for the next day fell asleep nine minutes sooner—the same effect as taking a prescription medication. The more specific their list, the quicker the shut-eye.

GET COZY WITH A WEIGHTED BLANKET AND SOCKS. Weighted blankets, ideally weighing about 10 percent of a person’s body weight, lead to better sleep and reduced fatigue, depression and anxiety, reports a Swedish study. Some are filled with natural ingredients like rice and cloves, and can be warmed in a microwave beforehand, providing a fragrant, swaddled feeling. Plus, Korean researchers found that wearing warm socks to bed helped subjects fall asleep about seven minutes sooner, sleep 32 minutes longer and experience fewer light awakenings.

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TAKE A NATURAL SLEEP AID. Prescription sleeping pills for insomnia can produce dependency and additional unwelcome side effects such as grogginess, diarrhea, headaches and stomach pain.

Natural choices without these drawbacks include melatonin, a pineal gland hormone that primes the body for sleep; small doses of 0.3 milligram (mg) to 1 mg work effectively by mirroring natural circadian levels, research shows. Half of U.S. adults are estimated to be deficient in magnesium, which relaxes muscles and increases levels of a neurotransmitter with calming effects; 500 mg is a common dose. Valerian (300 to 900 mg) has been found to improve sleep quality in women during menopause.

CHECK OUT HEALTH ISSUES TO GET TO THE ROOT. Apnea, thyroid conditions, anemia, menopausal hot flashes, heartburn, incontinence and depression can affect the quality and quantity of sleep, as can medications such as beta blockers, blood pressure medications, some antidepressants and decongestants. If anxiety or depression is causing tossing and turning, cognitive behavioral therapy has been shown to improve sleep in up to 70 to 80 percent of people with insomnia. Whether in-person, via Zoom or by email, even one or two sessions can lower insomnia symptoms, with six to eight sessions typically being more helpful.

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FOOD AS MEDICINE The Healing Power of Nutrition

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SAD is a primary risk factor for high blood pressure, abnormal blood lipids, increased blood glucose and weight gain, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

These intermediate conditions can lead to full-blown chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, cancer and diabetes, all of which are on the rise.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 60 percent of American adults have at least one chronic disease and 40 percent have two or more, making chronic disease the leading cause of death and disability in the country.

The good news from WHO is that up to 80 percent of heart disease cases, 90 percent of Type 2 diabetes cases and one-third of cancer incidences could be avoided by a healthier diet, as well as lifestyle changes like stopping smoking and increasing physical activity.

A healthy diet is not as simple as cutting out convenience foods, because many people literally can’t stop eating them. Studies have compared the addictive properties of added sugar and salt to those of nicotine and cocaine. “Additives like sugar release opioids and dopamine in the brain. The same neurochemical changes in the brain occur in addictions,” says Claire Stagg, DDS, founder of Health Connections Dentistry, in Indian Harbour Beach, Florida, and author of Smile! It’s All Connected, a layperson’s guide that explains the essential connections between the mouth and overall

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ating is a basic need, but many Americans are not filling this need with healthful choices.

Among the more than 700,000 Americans that die each year from heart disease, stroke or Type 2 diabetes, about 45 percent eat meals heavy in salt, processed meat and sugary drinks, and low in fruits, vegetables, fish and nuts, according to a March 2017 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

“I fully understand and empathize with people in the public,” says T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D., author of the groundbreaking The China Study and founder of the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, in Ithaca, New York. Campbell has often stressed that public and professional understanding of nutrition is lacking.

The problems with the Standard American Diet (SAD) start with the very ground it is grown in. Large-scale farming in the U.S. has depleted the soil, producing lower nutrient foods.

In addition, many foods are processed by manufacturers to improve shelf life, which further destroys nutrients and requires toxic additives.

“The default choice, the easy choice, is the inexpensive, highly processed food. Our built environment throughout the country has made it easier to find fast food than a produce store,” says Lisa McDowell, director of lifestyle medicine and clinical nutrition at Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

wellness. “People need to be educated, or re-educated, to take ownership of their health by remembering the basic premise that their bodies can be healthy if they get the right nutrients to facilitate and support that basic process.”

Campbell agrees that more people need to be educated. A major theme in his latest book, The Future of Nutrition, is how to sift through the conflicting information that exists.

Healthier Helpings As the food industry continues to woo Americans with fast and easy processed foods, there are consumer shifts taking place.

“About a quarter of U.S. adults are trying to manage a health or medical condition by making healthy food and beverage choices,” stated the NPD Group consumer research firm in 2019. “Younger adults, ages 18 to 24, are particularly interested in using foods to improve their health.”

It turns out that it’s most beneficial to focus on adding what is needed for optimal health, instead of worrying about what to eliminate. As William Li, M.D., counsels in Eat to Beat Disease, “Human nature abhors deprivation.” As president of the Angiogenesis Foundation, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Li advises us to “practice health care at home every day in our own kitchens.” He suggests frequently eating such simple, but disease-defying foods as dark chocolate, walnuts, kiwis, sourdough bread and sauerkraut.

“I recommend participating in bigger box stores. They do a great job at making high-quality food available at an inexpensive price,” says McDowell. She also suggests batch cooking and planning meals ahead for the week.

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Plant-based eating is finally becoming mainstream, thanks in part to such eye-opening documentaries as Forks Over Knives, Earthlings, PlantPure Nation and Food, Inc. Research backs up the benefits. In a 2019 study in the Journal of the American Heart Association, Johns Hopkins researchers report that in a 30-year period, people eating a mostly plant-based diet were 32 percent less likely to die from a cardiovascular condition and 25 percent less likely to die from any cause. A 2017 report published in International Journal of Epidemiology suggests that fruits and vegetables are associated with a reduced risk of many chronic diseases and may protect against certain types of cancers.

For treatment, reversal and prevention of chronic disease, the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, in Chesterfield, Missouri, recommends eating a primarily plant-based diet containing minimally processed vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds.

Campbell says that moving to a 100 percent plant-based diet “and staying there for one to three months, provides an opportunity for virtually everyone to finally crave a salad on a regular basis. This is a place wherein people have little or no interest to backslide because their taste preferences have profoundly changed.”

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the whole plant-based foods, even though they are plant-based, because salt, sugar and added oil are usually added.”

Eating by the Colors Eating fruits and vegetables in a rainbow of vibrant colors ensures we get a variety of phytochemicals, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. The federal Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion recommends consuming two and one-half cups of vegetables and two cups of fruit each day. McDowell suggests including “deeply pigmented fruits and veggies in at least five different colors, so that you’re getting all of the micronutrients and they’re all working together.”

Aim to include a couple different foods from each of the following color groups over a week’s time. Infographics and charts are available for download from the American Heart Association (Heart.org), VeganEasy.org, Dr. Ranjan Chatterjee (DrChatterjee.com) and others. Apps such as Eat the Rainbow Food Journal, Eat Five and VegHunter also make vegetable and fruit intake easy to track.

Food to Heal the Planet Eating healthy also means making a choice for the health of the planet.

Organic, locavore and small-farm advocates are speaking out against the industrialized U.S. food system with its extensive use of pesticides, poor treatment of animals and lack of regenerative soil management. Organizations like the Rodale Institute, Regeneration International, Kiss the Ground and the Ecological Farming Association are working to train farmers to regenerate soils to not only restore climate stability, but also provide far healthier foods from nutrient-rich soils.

“I believe if we have a greater understanding of our local and regional food systems, we will be moving in a more sustainable, intentional and responsible direction for ourselves, our communities and the planet,” says Andrea Bemis, author of the farm-to-table cookbook Local Dirt and operator of Tumbleweed Farm with her husband Taylor in Mount Hood, Oregon.

Local food is easier on the planet for several reasons. “Large commercial farms work the soil so intensively that they must use synthetic fertilizers to get anything to grow,” says Brock Hall, owner of Florida Fields to Forks, in Malabar, Florida.

Alternatively, cover crops keep nutrients in the soil, requiring less water and naturally sequestering more carbon from the atmosphere. Shorter transit or shipping distances after picking uses less pollution-causing fuel.

“Choosing the right food is not only important for our personal health, but also is important for our planet and for our checking account,” says T. Colin Campbell, author of The China Study and The Future of Nutrition. “I have come to believe, after being in this discipline for 65-plus years, that our choice of food is the easiest and most important choices we can make to address the many existential problems that we now face.”

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Green: Dark greens have cancer-blocking chemicals like allyl sulfides, lutein and indoles, which inhibit carcinogens. They also contain folate for healthy cells and calcium for stronger bones, muscles and heart regulation. Get plenty of asparagus, avocados, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green tea, kale, kiwi, spinach and green herbs.

Blue and purple: Anthocyanins wipe out free radicals, boost brain health and reduce inflammation. Resveratrol can delay cellular aging, protect the heart and reduce risk of some cancers. Add blueberries, blackberries, eggplant, elderberries, figs, grapes, plums, raisins, eggplant and purple cabbage.

Red: Rich in lycopene, a potent scavenger of gene-damaging free radicals, red plants lower risk of certain cancers and boost heart, brain, eye and bone health. Try apples, beets, cherries, cranberries, raspberries, red peppers, tomatoes and watermelon.

Yellow and orange: Contain vitamin C, hesperidin and carotenoids such as beta-carotene to inhibit tumors, protect eyes, detoxify the body, reduce inflammation and boost the immune system and heart health. Add apricots, bananas, cantaloupe, carrots, mango, oranges, pineapple, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, tangerines and yellow peppers.

White and brown: The onion family contains allicin and beta glucans, which have anti-tumor properties and can help lower cholesterol. Nuts contain healthy fats. Other foods in this group contain blood pressure-regulating potassium and antioxidant flavonoids like quercetin and kaempferol, along with digestion-boosting fiber. Choose beans, cauliflower, garlic, leeks, mushrooms, nuts, onions, parsnips and whole grains.

Gaining Gut Health The gut contains the organs that make up the digestive tract and the gut microbiome, a balance of microorganisms that survive on food. A healthy gut can prevent and heal illnesses in the digestive tract, immune system, cardiovascular system, kidneys and brain.

If the gut is burdened with unhealthy foods and digestion is impeded, illness may arise. However, shifting to healthier, plantbased foods can cause a measurable shift in the gut microbiome in three to four days, Duke University researchers report in Nature.

Gut health can be enhanced and restored with specific foods: Enzymes to break down food are found in raw fruits, vegetables, sprouts, nuts and fresh herbs, and can be destroyed by cooking or processing. These work before the body’s digestive enzymes kick in to improve digestion, eliminate toxins and boost energy. Studies have shown that raw plants also help with weight loss, decreasing cholesterol and reducing inflammation.

Probiotics, live bacteria that promote healthy gut flora, are found in fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, sourdough bread, yogurt, kefir, pickles, miso and cheddar cheese.

Prebiotics, undigestible natural fibers that feed probiotics, abound in apples, asparagus, bananas, barley, burdock root, dandelion greens, flaxseeds, garlic, oats and onions.

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Going Local Whole foods grown locally provide the most nutrition. Michael Pollan, professor of science and environmental journalism at the University of California, Berkeley, and author of In Defense of Food, famously said, “Don’t eat anything your great grandmother wouldn’t recognize as food.”

Buying, preparing and eating whole foods may seem laborious at first, but the shift away from “easy foods” can quickly become a way of life as the body begins to feel better. “We hear stories every week about people who have fixed health issues from eating healthy,” says Brock Hall, owner of the Florida Fields to Forks organic community supported agriculture (CSA) farm in Malabar, Florida. He adds that everyone “ought to get closer to your food” by growing it or getting to know organic farmers at local markets, self-pick operations or through CSAs. Healthy eating is about balance. Enjoy comfort foods occasionally, focusing on the bigger picture of more healthful foods overall.

Julie Peterson has contributed to Natural Awakenings for more than a decade. Connect at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

The Shift in the Medical Field “We, as a society, have gotten locked into focusing on disease cure over health care,” writes T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D., author of the bestselling The China Study and the recently released The Future of Nutrition. Fortunately, as studies prove that diabetes, kidney disease, cancer and Crohn’s disease improve with changes in diet, the medical community is slowly shifting toward using nutrition in tandem with traditional care to help manage and prevent disease.

Unfortunately, says John Osborne, M.D., director of cardiology at State of the Heart Cardiology, in Dallas, “The amount of nutritional education in medical school is minimal.” Now, the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) is aiming to fill that void by training healthcare teams to prevent and reverse chronic disease through lifestyle behaviors.

Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is one example. After a group of physicians and registered dietitians received ACLM certification, it launched a Lifestyle Medicine and Clinical Nutrition program. “The goal is to provide support to individuals and teach them to hardwire best practices that optimize their own personal health and potential,” says Lisa McDowell, program director.

The Food as Medicine Institute, in Portland, Oregon, also offers a training program for healthcare professionals and nutritionists to implement community-based nutrition programs.

The Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine, in Ohio, offers programs that help patients identify genetic, lifestyle and environmental factors to shift health from illness to well-being.

The Gaples Institute, in Naperville, Illinois, offers nutritional training and accreditation for medical clinicians, as well as free nutritional instruction online for the public.

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or a lot of Americans, healthy food is scarce. According to FeedingAmerica.org, more than 35 million Americans faced food insecurity in 2019. That number is expected to increase substantially due to the pandemic, which disrupted the food supply chain in ways that most Americans have never seen.

The good news is that urban and localized gardening can bring fresh, healthy, organic, sustainable and affordable food to nearly every household. A 2013 abstract from Michigan State University published in Agriculture & Food Security states that urban gardens could not only provide healthy food, but also create a more resilient food system.

During the pandemic, many people jumped at the chance to put in a garden, and in cities, where available land is limited, creative solutions have emerged. Just about any space could serve as a viable garden, including a spare room, rooftop, shipping containers or an empty warehouse. With hydroponics, no soil is required and with vertical systems, planters are stacked, requiring a small footprint.

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the bounty. “I had this table of abundance in front of my house, but people weren’t taking anything! So, I hid in my garden, waiting for neighbors to walk by, and then I’d rush the fence and encourage them to take food,” Truong says. “My husband thought everyone would think we were weird.” Now, instead of getting polite waves from afar, the garden has become a communications hub among neighbors.

Sharing the Abundance When Truong witnessed friends losing jobs and struggling, she was inspired to lend a hand by assisting some of them to plant their own low-maintenance, high-yield gardens to save money on healthy meals.

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Once she had assisted people close to her, she decided to expand her reach. “My garden spits out a lot of food. I discovered there are local food banks and charities that collect food. I was surprised that they will take any abundance,” says Truong.

Garrett Livingood, a North Atlanta, Georgia, blogger, developed GrowMyCommunity.org where local farmers, growers and community gardens can upload their location and what they offer, so that the locals know where to go for fruits, vegetables, herbs and other healthy eats. According to Livingood, “Forty percent of produce gets thrown out every year, so it’s not that we don’t have enough food, the problem is access.”

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Food Security Equals Health Ashlie Thomas, a research scientist known as The Mocha Gardener on Instagram, started gardening for healthy produce and medicinal plants at home in Graham, North Carolina, when family members on limited incomes living in a food desert had been diagnosed with health issues like hypertension and Type 2 diabetes.

“Imagine having diet requirements that included mostly plant-based food, but your resources are simply not there,” Thomas says. “I didn’t know there was a term for that: food security. There is an increasing population with disease, and food could be the answer.”

The problem is particularly prevalent in communities with no grocery stores, forcing residents to buy food at gas stations or drive considerable distances to big-box stores. Thomas observed that choices at these kinds of facilities are often between expensive produce or inexpensive junk food. Healthful food is not available or affordable for all.

Thomas believes gardening empowers people to take control of their diet and their health,

not only physiologically, but psychologically and spiritually. “It doesn’t just stop at the garden,” she says. “How you treat your body and other people has a positive healthy impact, as well.”

Tips to Get Started Follow local gardeners on social media to get ideas.

THINK LOW-MAINTENANCE, HIGH-YIELD. Cherry tomatoes, salad greens, cucumbers and beans are highproducing, low-cost staples.

FLOWERS CAN BE FOOD. Try violets, pansies, nasturtiums and chives to beautify the garden and the plate.

GROW ORGANIC. It’s cheaper and doesn’t harm anyone or anything. “I grow organic because I want to respect my space.

I don’t want to control Mother Nature, I want to work with her,” says Thomas.

HERB IT UP. Mint, rosemary and basil taste great and can deter pests.

Overall, keep it simple. Set up for success with just enough to learn and enjoy a new lifestyle. It can be expanded upon year after year, providing a bounty of nutritious food security.

Laura Paisley Beck is a freelance writer and self-proclaimed foodie in Madison, Wisconsin. Reach her at LauraPaisleyBeck@gmail.com.

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Sizzling on the Grill Healthy, Sustainable Summer Fare

by Laura Paisley Beck

The Downside of Grilling Most charcoal and all lighter fluids contain chemicals that create air pollution when burned, harming our health and the environment. Better alternatives are sustainably sourced, organic and natural materials, such as charcoal made from bamboo or coconut shells.

Entrepreneur Fred Grosse sought to solve another problem associated with conventional grilling materials: the taste of lighter fluid on barbecue foods.

He invented Mojobricks, a carbon-neutral alternative to charcoal designed to impart a smoky flavor to grilled foods. “You’re breathing in 50 percent less particulate matter standing at the grill than if you grill with charcoal or wood,” he says about his bricks made with compressed sawdust from wood mills. “They heat food more efficiently, take up less storage space than bags of charcoal and keep trees growing in the forest.”

What Gets Grilled Matters Americans eat three times more meat than the global average. To meet the immense demand, mass-produced beef is trucked across the nation with dire environmental impacts including cow methane emissions, the burning of fossil fuels for transport and excessive land use. To curtail these impacts, Americans can choose to reduce or eliminate their beef consumption and when they do decide to grill a ribeye or New York strip, choose local, organic, grass-fed beef.

Eliminating meat is simple as vegetarian and vegan options are innumerable.

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rooms, cheese or whatever you happen to feel like,” says Martin Nordin, author of Green Burgers. Genevieve Taylor’s new cookbook, Charred, features enticing meals to cook over a flame that include vegetables, spices, nuts, herbs and other inventive ingredients.

Amy Lawrence and Justin Fox Burks, co-authors of Low-Carb Vegetarian, have had a dramatic increase in requests for grilled versions of vegetarian dishes, a sign of increasing outdoor cooking trends.

Presentation for the Planet When hosting backyard dinner parties, consider that paper and plastic dinnerware will end up in the landfill. Ask guests to bring a plate and fork or mix and match whatever dish sets are on hand. Another suggestion is to go vintage. “There has already been so much manufactured of everything, we wouldn’t need to manufacture another plate, for example, for another generation or two,” says Morgan Miller, owner of Rewind Decor vintage store in Madison, Wisconsin.

With a few adjustments, eco-grilling is easy, delicious and much better for the planet. Marinate locally sourced ingredients, burn as carbon-neutral a fire as possible and serve up delicious food on real plates that friends and family will help wash. Guests will be inspired and follow suit in their own homes. As Grosse says, “Each small difference adds up to big change.”

Laura Paisley Beck is a freelance writer and self-proclaimed foodie in Madison, Wisconsin. Reach out at LauraPaisleyBeck@gmail.com.

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or most Americans, summer smells like fresh-cut grass and barbecue sizzling in the backyard. Approximately 64 percent of U.S. adults own a grill or smoker, but common practices are bad for the environment.

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Preheat the grill on high for 10 minutes. Cover the grill with a single layer of aluminum foil. Slice the remaining Brussels sprouts in half. In a large bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts and the onion with the sesame oil, vinegar and BBQ dry rub until everything is coated. Place the Brussels sprouts on the grill for 5 minutes on one side and 4 minutes on the other side, or until the edges are brown and they’re cooked through. Remove sprouts from the grill and place them into a medium bowl. Pour in BBQ sauce. Using a spatula, toss the Brussels sprouts in the sauce until they’re well-coated.

Put the BBQ Brussels aside until ready to assemble the sandwiches. On the bottom part of each hamburger bun, pile on the BBQ and top it with the slaw.

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2 lb Brussels sprouts 1 cup shredded carrot (about one large) 2 Tbsp mayonnaise 1 Tbsp grainy mustard Kosher salt and cracked black pepper (to taste)

First, make the Brussels sprout slaw. Thinly slice enough of the Brussels sprouts to have 2 cups. Reserve the remainder of the Brussels sprouts. In a large bowl, combine the 2 cups shredded sprouts with the shredded carrot, mayonnaise, mustard and salt and pepper to taste. Toss until well-incorporated. Set aside in the refrigerator until ready to serve. (Makes about 2 cups of slaw.)

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Once ready to cook, fire up the barbecue for direct grilling, or preheat a cast-iron griddle pan on the hob. Lay the carrots on the grill bars or griddle and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, turning regularly, until they are nicely caramelized. If barbecuing, add a few smoking wood chunks or chips to up the smokiness. Use a brush to baste the carrots with any excess marinade from the bowl while turning.

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Soulful Strides Running as a Spiritual Practice

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acing up sneakers and going out for a run helps to manage weight, high blood pressure, depression and addictions, but pressing our feet upon the Earth can be much more than a form of health-promoting exercise. Runners often refer to the “runner’s high”—attaining a profound sense of well-being after a good jog. According to David Linden, a professor of neuroscience at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, this boost in mood is due to endocannabinoids, the body’s natural chemicals that are similar to the molecules in marijuana that promote relaxation.

Running can be introspective, and over time, a spiritual practice. “Something seems to unite the physical and spiritual when pounding the pavement,” says Michael Fitzgerald, a seasoned runner and multi-genre author in Santaquin, Utah. “The discipline of running is a gift I give to myself. It gives me time away from the expectations of daily life and allows me to enter a world all its own.”

For many, running is competitive and involves the pursuit of excellence, but directing attention to inner emotional terrain and bodily sensations can foster a practice that transcends personal goals. “Once we see that we can be with the discomfort, the joy, the pain, the thrill of running, we realize that we can be present in every moment of our lives, no matter what it brings,” says Vanessa Zuisei Goddard, author of Still Running: The Art of Meditation in Motion. Goddard, a teacher of Zen in New York City, underscores intention. “We can practice running not just as exercise, but as a form of moving meditation—what I call ‘still running’. It’s a way of saying to ourselves, ‘Every moment of my life matters. I want to be present for all of it. I want to be awake.’”

Julia Chi Taylor, a London-based life coach and avid runner, highlights the breath as a guide, the option of using a mantra and “being mindful of any dynamic of pushing too hard or internal criticism, and instead practicing quietening the mind as you run.” The 20-year veteran of inter36

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national races sees no division between the mundane and the divine. “Running has been a spiritual practice for me since I was a teenager, as I have always been on a spiritual path. Running seemed to me to be my soul expression.” Taylor’s challenge during her competitive years was to slow down inside. “I was often getting caught up with my ego’s desire for approval and recognition. It was always evident when I was caught up in pushing and losing the presence of the step; I always became ill or injured,” she relates.

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Breath as Guide Inhaling and exhaling with mindfulness during running, much like yoga, helps to foster the unity of body, mind and spirit. “The breath is the most common object of meditation. I pair my breath with my stride, and this both keeps me connected to my body and it quiets my mind,” explains Goddard.

Taylor concurs, noting, “Running asks that we breathe more deeply, and the more we are in touch with the breath, the mind stills, or at least starts to work in a freer way, and we realize we are not the mind.

When we run with no purpose but to run, after a while we become the run, and each step takes care of itself.”

For Fitzgerald, running has helped him to overcome negativity and find a sense of freedom. On the practical level, nixing earbuds for silence helps him to pave the way for a deeper experience. “I find my thoughts are clearer when I am running.

Self-discipline for me is a spiritual endeavor. Overcoming internal, trite objections to exercise such as running always feels like a spiritual triumph. Such triumphs give me hope and motivate me to reach higher, again and again.”

Moving the body invites transformation and a broader, deeper perspective.

Taylor shares, “As our body gets fitter and develops endurance, it becomes easier to recognize the body as a temple of the soul.

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Pet Happy How Animals Help Kids Thrive

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s any parent whose child has begged long and hard for a puppy or kitty can testify, animals are close to children’s hearts. Up to 90 percent of kids are lucky enough to live with a pet at some point in their childhood, and studies show the effects can be profound for their health, character development and well-being.

Kids and pets seem to share a deep and special bond. “Kids often recognize a kindred spirit in animals, especially pets.

Like children, pets are cared for and nurtured in families by big people who get to make the rules,” says Gail F. Melson, Ph.D., professor emeritus of developmental studies at Purdue University and the author of Why the Wild Things Are: Animals in the Lives of Children.

In one of Melson’s studies, 40 percent of 5-year-olds said that they turn to their pets when they feel sad, angry or have a secret to share. Children with pets demonstrate more empathy toward their peers and are less anxious and withdrawn than children without pets, her research shows. A University of Cambridge (UK) study reported that kids were happier with their dogs and cats than with their brothers and sisters.

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PETS ENHANCE KIDS’ HEALTH. A study by UK’s Warwick University found that children with pets had more robust immune systems and attended school an extra nine days on average each year compared to those without pets. Early exposure can be optimal: Babies living in homes with two or more dogs and cats are less than half as likely by age 7 to develop reactions to indoor and outdoor allergens like pet dander, dust mites and ragweed, reports a Medical College of Georgia study.

Pets can have a measurable impact on children with special conditions. In a University of Massachusetts Medical School study of young people with Type 1 diabetes published in PLOS ONE, those that actively helped care for family pets were 2.5 times more likely to have well-controlled blood sugar levels, perhaps by learning the importance of daily routines. In families with an autistic child, owning a dog reduces stress and significantly improves interactions, benefits that grow over time, report UK University of Lincoln researchers.

PETS BUILD SOCIAL SKILLS. According to a large American Humane study, small pets like guinea pigs and reptiles in thirdand fourth-grade classrooms improve students’ levels of communication, cooperation, responsibility, empathy, engagement and self-control. Pets can also train kids to set boundaries. Growing up in Verona, Wisconsin, twins McKenna and Samara Fagan became skillful at stopping their 70-pound golden retrievers and great Pyrenees from jumping on them, stealing their toys or persisting after a petting period had concluded. “As girls, they learned how to create boundaries not just with words, but also with body language and energy,” says their mother, Tia Fagan, a certified conscious parenting and authenticity coach. Now, she says, the 20-year-olds know “how to create and hold healthy boundaries with people.”

PETS TEACH RESPONSIBILITY. “A child who knows that every day they will need to walk the dog (if it’s safe), feed the dog (with guidance) or even scoop the yard, will thrive on the routine of care and often will feel a confidence boost because they are taking care of their dog. This is empowering for kids who may not have much control over other things in their lives,” says Antoinette Martin of Cornelius, North Carolina, head veterinarian with the online vet locator HelloRalphie.com.

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Children with pets demostrate more empathy toward their peers and are less anxious and withdrawn than children without pets.

PETS TEACH THE CYCLES OF LIFE. Because pets have shorter life spans than humans, surveys indicate that about 80 percent of children first experience death when a beloved pet dies, offering a teachable moment for the whole family, says Melson. Veterinarian Michelle Burch’s 3-year-old daughter grieved when the family dog died, but the child was encouraged to express her sadness and was helped by the award-winning book Dog Heaven, by Cynthia Rylant. A year later, “She loves to bring up her dog Baxter to strangers and how he is in dog heaven, but she knows that not all animals will stay on Earth forever,” says Burch, veterinarian for the pet insurance site SafeHounds.com.

Difficult as the grief is, it’s still worth it, says Fagan. “Our pets have taught my children that to give and receive love unconditionally is the greatest gift of all and is worth the sadness and pain we feel when they pass.”

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Peter Singer on Ethical Eating idely considered to be an influential philosopher in the animal rights movement after his book Animal Liberation was published in 1975, Peter Singer is the Ira W. DeCamp professor of bioethics at the University Center for Human Values at Princeton University. He has written, co-authored, edited or co-edited more than 50 books, including Why Vegan? and The Way We Eat: Why Our Food Choices Matter.

Why is food an ethical issue?

There are several reasons for making food an ethical issue and changing what we’re eating. One is that producing food has an enormous impact on the environment.

About 25 percent of all human greenhouse gas emissions come from food production.

It’s also an enormous source of animal suffering. Over 70 billion animals are raised and killed each year worldwide, and the majority of them are in intensive factory

farms. Their lives are miserable for most of the time. And finally, factory farms are breeding grounds for new viruses. We’ve had swine flu and avian flu coming out of factory farms. It’s quite possible that the next pandemic will originate there.

Is it unethical to contribute to climate change?

It’s impossible to live without contributing to climate change, but it’s unethical to unnecessarily contribute to climate change when you can live in a way that has a lower greenhouse gas footprint. You could say luxury emissions are unethical while survival emissions are necessary, and so one can’t regard them as unethical.

What are the most important food choices that we can make from an ethical standpoint?

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Is eating animals all right if they are raised humanely and don’t suffer when they are harvested?

If animals aren’t suffering and have good lives, that’s a big improvement from the point of view of the animals, but it doesn’t overcome other problems. Grass-fed cattle

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may have good lives, but they continue to emit large quantities of greenhouse gases, methane in particular. Is painless killing of an animal that has led a good life acceptable? There’s an argument that it is, that at least they had a life, otherwise they wouldn’t have existed at all, so it’s not wrong. People are going to accept or reject that. There isn’t a clear-cut answer. It’s a complicated issue, so that’s why I tend to focus on the fact that large-scale commercial rearing of animals inevitably causes suffering for them and exploits them. Yes, they can come from very small farms where animals are looked after and cared for, but it won’t likely happen on a large commercial scale.

Is there a hierarchy of animals that might be ethically okay to eat?

I’m not really concerned about all animals in the zoological sense. I’m concerned about sentient beings or animals capable of suffering or enjoying their lives, and I don’t see that as necessarily coinciding with the boundary between plants and animals.

So, oysters or clams or mussels, the simple bivalves, are clearly animals in zoological terms, but there’s good reason to believe that they don’t have a sufficiently complicated nervous system to feel pain, and if that’s the case, then I don’t think there’s an objection to eating those animals as long as they are farmed or raised in a sustainable way that doesn’t harm the environment.

Are you hopeful that more people will adopt ethical eating habits in the future?

The huge increase in the availability of vegan products pretty much around the world is a great sign of hope, because what we need to do is to reach a critical mass where these products are not only available, but are also comparative in cost with animal products. Once that day comes, I think we’ll get far more people switching, where they really don’t have to change their diet that much, they don’t have to spend that much more and they can avoid all these negative ethical aspects and be healthier themselves.

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With the focus on decreasing personal carbon footprints, an Earth-conscious dog owner may want to make dog biscuits at home purely for the lower environmental impact. Research from UCLA shows that industrial production of dog and cat food creates the equivalent in greenhouse gases of 13 million cars annually. Storebought dog treats require oil, energy and water to produce and transport. The packaging often contains plastic or other non-biodegradable materials, which cause pollution, block drains and harm wildlife.

Making treats at home is simple and less tricky nutritionally than making a dog’s regular meals. “When it comes to regular dog food, I’m not a proponent of home-cooked food. It is far too difficult to balance nutrients.

For treats, I am not so concerned,” says Lawrence Gallagher, VMD, at Villanova Vet, in Villanova, Pennsylvania. “But you need to watch calories.

Treats should be ‘high-reward’ and low-calorie, not necessarily big in size.

They are used as a reward, not to fill the stomach.”

Homemade dog treats cost less over time. Many popular traditional dog treats are $5 to $10 per bag, with organic costing more. Kate figures she saves as much as $20 a month making Woods’ treats.

A Healthy Choice The labels on many commercial dog treats list dubious ingredients such as meat by-products, sugar, sodium metabisulfite (a bleaching agent), propylene glycol and artificial colors. “My general rule of thumb is if you cannot pronounce or don’t recognize an ingredient, it is probably not healthy for your pet,” says Alison Streit Birken, DVM, owner of Victoria Park Animal Hospital, in Fort Lauderdale.

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ne morning, Randy Roach awoke to a delicious aroma wafting from the kitchen of his Philadelphia home. Mouth watering, he peeked in the oven to find a dozen bone-shaped cookies—meant not for him, but for Woods, the family dog. “Such is life when you live with a dog lover,” laughs Randy’s wife Kate, who had peanut butter, oat and flax seed cookies baking for their rescued Labrador mix, a picky eater.

Cooking treats for canine family members is a smart move, as they are eco-friendly, cost less and are healthier than company-made ones, say veterinarians.

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suffice. More ambitious treat-makers might want a muffin pan for custom shapes.

Common ingredients include pumpkin, bananas, yogurt and peanut butter. When choosing a recipe, aim for no or little sugar. (Honey and molasses are simple sugars.) Also, because homemade treats have no preservatives, be sure to follow storage requirements such as refrigeration or freezing.

Jen Jovinelly, a DVM candidate at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, promotes simple treats. “Treats are not food. Keep the caloric intake from treats under 10 percent of your dog’s daily caloric requirement.” She also cautions to avoid foods that could be dangerous, such as chocolate, grapes, raisins, avocados, certain nuts, onions, garlic or artificial sweeteners. If unsure about the safety of an ingredient, check the online list at The Humane Society of the United States (HumaneSociety.org) or consult with a veterinarian or animal nutritionist.

For those that aren’t inclined to bake, toys filled with organic peanut butter, then frozen, keep dogs happy, while others love the crunch of raw carrots or broccoli. As Birken says, “You can always go to your own refrigerator and pick out some great, healthy dog treats!”

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More Healthful Treat Recipes The internet has countless dog biscuit and treat recipes, along with collections of recipes for special occasions and holidays. For a simple start, look for recipes that only have a few ingredients that are already in the kitchen, such as those at PuppyLeaks.com/ simple-dog-treat-recipes.

Great books include The Ultimate Dog Treat Cookbook, by Liz Palika, and Organic Dog Biscuit Cookbook, by The Bubba Rose Biscuit Company.

Healthy Treats for Dogs Good Dog Treat Yield: varies 1 15-oz can pumpkin ½ cup peanut butter ½ cup coconut oil, melted 4 (organic, cage-free) eggs 1¾ cups coconut flour Preheat oven to 350° F. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, peanut butter, coconut oil and eggs until smooth. Add coconut flour. Mix until well combined. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken.

Place dough in between two pieces of parchment paper and roll the dough until it’s about one-quarter-inch thick. Remove the top layer of the parchment paper and cut shapes with cookie cutters (consider the size of the dog when selecting cutter sizes).

Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until treats are dry and hard. Let cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

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Kate’s PB Oat Cookies Yield: 24 dog treats 1 cup peanut butter ½ cup rolled oats 2 Tbsp flaxseed Water, as needed Grind flaxseed to powder in a food processor or coffee grinder. Combine flaxseed, oats and peanut butter, adding just enough water to make a dough. Roll into 24 balls and chill in sealed container in refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Place on a cookie sheet, evenly spaced, and bake at 350° F for 15 minutes.

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Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

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Gratitude Flow Yoga Class – 5:30-6:30pm. Our offering to the veteran community.This yoga class is free for our veterans with DOD ID. Others may join for a regular class rate. $15/drop-in, packages available. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-863-1044. RootsShoppe.com.

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Pilates Intermediate Equipment Class – 5:306:30pm. Tue & Thur. Plus Mon-noon-1pm & Sat9-10am. Challenging exercises for those that have a foundation in the Pilates fundamentals. Limited to 6. $30/drop-in, $25/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-2875836. PilatesCoreTraining.com.

sunday 30A Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Find local grass-fed beef; whole chickens; eggs; goat milk; cheese; produce; hydroponic lettuce; herbs; microgreens; local and regional honey, including Tupelo honey; homemade from scratch breads, pies and pastries; pickled veggies; jams; salsas; BBQ sauces; pesto sauce; tuna and shrimp dips; and the best Maryland crab cakes you have ever had. In addition, beautifully handcrafted soaps. Free. 28 N Barrett Sq, Rosemary Beach. 850-499-4697. 30AFarmersMarket@gmail.com. 30AFarmersMarket.com Thoughts of Peace Beginners Meditation – 1:302:30pm. Redefining meditation for beginners w/ Q&A. If your mind feels scattered, stressed, anxious or fearful and you want to take back ownership of your thoughts then this class is for you. Learn to create a peaceful & calm mind on demand whenever you need it. Facilitator: Lance Bozek. $15/drop-in, packages available. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-863-1044. RootsShoppe.com.

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 – 8:30-9:30am.

Mon, Wed & Sat. Plus For those individuals that 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.

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Pilates Intermediate Equipment Class – noon1pm. Plus Tue & Thur-5:30pm, Fri-9:45am & Sat-9am. Challenging exercises for those that 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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Redefining Meditation for Beginners w/ Q&A Pilates Multi-Level Mat Class – 5:30-6:30pm. Plus Tue-8:30am. For those that have a basic understanding of fundamentals of Pilates Mat. Uses a variety of different props (stability balls, rollers, rings, etc) to align, strengthen and increase flexibility. Limited to 8 participants. $15/drop-in, $10/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850287-5836. PilatesCoreTraining.com.

Unwind Yoga Class – 5:30-6:30pm. Unhook from the daily grind and sink into this juicy yoga class to find your chill. $15/drop-in, packages available.

Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-8631044. RootsShoppe.com.

Traditional Kundalini Yoga Class – 6:457:45pm. Gain the vitality and mental clarity to face life in the Aquarian Age with fearlessness and grace. $15/drop-in, packages available. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-863-1044.

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tuesday Pilates Multi-level & Beginning Mat Class – 8:309:30am/Multi-Level Mat & 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.

Limited to 8 participants. $15/drop-in, $10/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCoreTraining.com.

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Body Rolling and MFR Stretch Zoom – 10:45am11:45am. Releases fascial restrictions in the body which cause pain and restrict joint movement. Uses various props such as foam roller, lacrosse ball, bands and MFR ball. $15/drop-in, $10/account rate.Pilates Core Training. 850-287-5836. Pilates CoreTraining.com.

Flow On-the-Go Yoga Class – 12:15-1:15pm. Fun, free, flow on the go. Let yourself go in this happy ,carefree setting and learn to connect with yourself.

Hatha Flow yoga with a quirky flare. $15/drop-in, packages available. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-863-1044. RootsShoppe.com Wildlings Yoga Class for Kids – 12:30-1pm. This class offers kids ages 5-13 a yoga class designed just for them and perfect for holding attention and engagement. $5/drop-in. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-863-1044. RootsShoppe.com.

Intro to Traditional Kundalini Yoga Class – 5:306:30pm. This class is a beautiful pause midway through your week. It offers the opportunity to harness your energy and move forward feeling renewed. $15/drop-in, packages available. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-863-1044.

RootsShoppe.com Relax & Regenerate Meditation Class – 6:457:45pm. A mid-week reset for body, mind, & spirit.

Join us each week as we release stress and reconnect to the divine self through easy body movement and mantra meditation. Leave each class with your body and mind quiet and at ease. No experience necessary. $15/drop in, packages available. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-863-1044.

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thursday Wildlings Yoga Class for Kids – 12:30-1pm. This class offers kids ages 5-13 a yoga class designed just for them and perfect for holding attention and engagement. $5/drop-in. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-863-1044. RootsShoppe.com.

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YoGay: A Rainbow Flow for EveryBODY – 6:30-7:45pm. This LGBTQIA-friendly class is for those who identify or ally with the LGBTQIA+ community. Join our community in a protected space where you can let your guard down and get real with your body, mind, and spirit. Together, we will explore various styles of yoga suitable for every body! $15/drop-in, packages available. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-863-1044.

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friday Pilates Intermediate Equipment Class – 8:309:30am. Challenging exercises for those that have a foundation in the Pilates fundamentals. Improves strength, posture, alignment and flexibility. Limited to 6 participants. $30/drop-in, $25/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCore Training.com.

Body Rolling and MFR stretch Zoom – 10:45am-11:45am. Releases fascial restrictions in the body which cause pain and restrict joint movement. Uses various props such as foam roller, lacrosse ball, bands and MFR ball. $15/drop-in, $10/account rate.Pilates Core Training. 850-2875836. Pilates CoreTraining.com.

Pilates Multi-level Mat Class – 11am-noon.

For those that have a basic understanding of the fundamentals of Pilates Mat. Uses a variety of different props (stability balls, rollers, rings, etc) to align, strengthen and increase flexibility. Lim-

ited to 8 Participants. $15/drop-in, $10/account rate Pilates Core Training. 850-287-5836. Pilates CoreTraining.com.

SoulShine Yoga Class – noon-1pm. This lunchtime yoga class is the perfect way to unwind from the week and get centered for the weekend. $15/drop-in, packages available. Roots Shoppe, 357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB. 850-863-1044. RootsShoppe.com

saturday Pilates Beginner Equipment Class – 7:15-8:15am.

For beginners to improve your posture, strength and flexibility. Limited to 6 Participants. $30/drop-in, $25/ account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCore Training.com.

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

Improve your posture, strength and flexibility.

Classes use a variety of reformers, towers and Wunda chairs, along with small props to enhance the exercises. Limited to 6. $30/drop-in, $25/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCore Training.com.

30A Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Find local grass-fed beef, whole chickens, eggs, goat milk, cheese, produce, hydroponic lettuce, herbs and microgreens. Also, the best honey, including Tupelo honey; homemade from scratch bread, pies and pastries; pickled veggies; jams; salsas; BBQ sauces; pesto sauce; tuna and shrimp dips;

and the best Maryland crab cakes you have ever had. In addition, beautiful arts and crafts, including fusion glass, jewelry, handmade stationery and beautiful soaps. Free. 30A Farmers’ Market at Palm Plaza, 1003 John Sims Pkwy, Niceville.

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Grand Boulevard Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm.

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

Pilates Intermediate Equipment Class – 9:45-10 :45am. Challenging exercises for those that 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 Beginner Equipment Class – 11am-noon.

For beginners to improve your posture, strength and flexibility. Limited to 6 Participants. $30/dropin, $25/account rate.Pilates Core Training, 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola. 850-287-5836. PilatesCore Training.com.

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Acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, energy medicine and Chinese herbs. For all conditions. Initial visit includes thorough evaluation and treatment with dietary, supplement and lifestyle suggestions.

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Navarre Acupuncture and Wellness offers quality acupuncture and Chinese herbology, cupping therapy, moxibustion and Acupuncture Injection Therapy (AIT). See ad, page 15.

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Angel Therapy offers guidance in aligning with increased fulfillment, love and soul purpose.

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Providing an organic solution to beauty in a world full of chemicals. Organic Salon Systems gives you clean and healthy hair with ammoniafree hair color and chemicalfree styling products. See ad, page 11.

BODY CONTOURING CRYO850 PERFORMANCE & RECOVERY

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Non-invasive treatment of applying alternating heat and cryogenic temperatures for skin rejuvenation, fat freezing, cellulite reduction, and body definition and toning. See ad, page 23.

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880 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze 850-480-7333 Cordova Pensacola 1151 Office Woods Dr, Ste D 850-480-7119 OsteoStrong® is a scientificallybacked concept with proven technology focused on improving your overall health by focusing on the skeletal system. See ad, page 6.

BRAIN HEALTH MIND PERFORMANCE CENTER, LLC

(Located inside Path to Wellness) 240 W Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251-597-8787 MindPerformanceCenter.com Our non-invasive, drug-free approach helps brain injury patients improve speech, balance, limb and finger control, memory and mental focus, plus the restoration of personality traits. See ad, page 10.

BREAST SCREENING 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 radiationfree, without compression or bodily contact. Valuable for detecting early-stage breast disease and more. See ad, page 29.

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CHIROPRACTIC BLUEWATER CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER

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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 29.

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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 10.

DENTISTRY DR SUSAN WELCH, FAGD

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Healthy digestion, well-aligned physical structure, proper breathing and a good night’s sleep begin with a healthy mouth. We treat snoring, sleep apnea and TMJ disorders, plus crowns, teeth whitening, bridges, veneers, implant restorations, aligner orthodontics, cleanings, digital X-ray imaging and CO2 laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ads, pages 17 and 25.

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 drugfree) with functional medicine and brain pathway rehabilitation for the most robust changes possible. See ad, page 10.

FARMERS’ MARKETS 30A FARMERS’ MARKETS

850-499-4697 30AFarmersMarket.com Locations: Rosemary Beach Town Center 28 N Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach 9am-1pm Sundays (Year Round) 30A Farmers’ Market at Palm Plaza 1003C John Sims Pwy, Niceville 9am-1pm Saturdays (Year Round) Sandestin Grand Boulevard Hwy 98 600 Grand Blvd, Miramar Beach 9am-1pm Saturdays (Year Round)

BODY-B-HEALTHY

Natural Alternative Wellness Center 2225 S Ferdon Blvd, Crestview 850-682-8893 • Find us on Facebook We offer cutting-edge testing/screenings, iridology and wellness coaching, along with allnatural supplements, homeopathic solutions and anti-aging products.

Let our knowledgeable staff can help guide your selection of trusted products. See ad, page 4.

GOLDEN ALMOND HEALTH FOOD STORE

339 Racetrack Rd NW, Ste 3, FWB 850-863-5811 • GoldenAlmond.com Hours: M-F 9-6, S 10-5, Closed Sun Natural supplements, herbs, skin care and essential oils, plus organic and specialty foods. In-store 100% organic café (weekdays 9-4) with juices, smoothies, etc. Very knowledgeable staff. See ad, page 2.

HONEYMED

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

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 17.

HoneyMed is a delicious blend of raw honey and three powerful superfoods: turmeric, ginger and cayenne pepper.

HoneyMed is true nature’s medicine with anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, revitalizing and immunity-boosting properties. See ad, page 37.

FOOD & SUPPLEMENTS A GIFT TO AFRICA

OLIVE LEAVES HEALTH FOOD CENTER

850-347-6850 Info@AGift2Africa.com AGift2Africa.com

Superfood fruit powders including moringa and baobab teas, Kenya purple tea, baobab lemonade, seasonings, fruit bites, moringa tincture, African natural oils and butters for skin and hair. Gift cards available. Wholesale order available for retailers. See ad, page 39.

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

SIMPLY NATURAL HEALTH FOODS

Coronado Village in Panama City 109 W 23rd St, Ste N4, 850-215-2131 Find us on facebook Highest quality vitamins and supplements–all natural, no chemicals, no GMO, including CBD and essential oil, aromatherapy, hair, nail and skincare products, local honey, blackseed.

Discover many natural remedies for a healthy lifestyle and a full line of men’s and women’s healthcare products. See ad, page 34.

THE MACARON CHEF BITE OF BLUE

119 Racetrack Rd #119B, FWB 850-855-2134 TheMacaronChef.com BiteofBlue.com The Macaron Chef Cafe provides lunch Mon-Sat 11am-4pm. All of our items are homemade and delicious.

Sandwiches, Buddha bowls, salads,ect. Home of the Bite of Blue healthy snacks. See ad, page 31.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS COACH EMPATHIC PRACTICE 2701 N 12th Ave, Pensacola 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 41.

THE JENNY GUIDE

3014 N 9th Ave, Pensacola 850-405-7740 Connect@TheJennyGuides.com TheJennyGuides.com Certified wellness professional and intuitive guide, offering personalized body-mind-spirit energetic alignment sessions.

IQS, flower essences, herbal and homeopathic modalities used.

Serving adults & children in the Pensacola community and remotely. See ad, page 40.

We might think we are nurturing our garden, but of course it’s our garden that is really nurturing us. ~Jenny Uglow July 2021

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METAPHYSICAL SHOP WITCHY HIPPIE 662-230-3320 8460 Gulf Blvd, Navarre SunnyMeadows7@gmail.com WitchyHippie.com

Personalized healing of your mind, body, soul and spirit through, empathic life coaching, intuitive energy healing, crystal and color use and guidance, healing mantras, meditations and stretches frequency music therapy, aromatherapy, healing herbs and teas. Shadow work. See ad, page 12.

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 34.

HOLISTIC MEDICINE EMPATHIC PRACTICE

2701 N 12th Ave, Pensacola Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us

Empathic Practice is focused on wellness beyond medication.

We believe that mindfulness, not medication alone, will lead you to your best self.

Compassionate care for a new path to healing. See ad, page 41.

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 an appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 7.

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 5.

SPIKES MEDICAL

850-541-9814 7841 Liberty Ave, Panama City SpikesMedicalHealth.com A primary care clinic provided by a nurse practitioner that offers quality care at an affordable cost for the whole family. Family health care wellness services, diet program, self-care, skincare and nutritional supplements.

Virtual visits available. 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 51.

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 an appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze and Navarre. See ad, page 7.

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HOT YOGA STUDIO HOT YOGA OM

222 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Unit A Downtown Fort Walton Beach 850-430-9434 • HotYogaOM.com Hot Yoga Om features far infrared heat, radiant heat, radiant life. Daily classes, amazing teachers, great benefits. Experience it for yourself. See ad, page 19.

HYPNOSIS BAYSIDE HYPNOSIS

700 S Palafox St. Ste 200A, Pensacola Michelle@BaysideHypnosis.com BaysideHypnosis.com A full-service weight-loss, smoking-cessation, and anxiety-reduction center. We also help people with changing habits, personal development, confidence and self esteem improvement. See ad, page 13.

INFRARED SAUNA PILATES CORE TRAINING

Barbara Bruni, Owner 1308 Dunmire St, 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 9.

LYMPH DRAINAGE BODYWORKS BY BULL THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

211 Hollywood Blvd NE, FWB 850-651-2286 BodyWorksByBull.com

Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a highly specific, light touch, manual therapy that can increase lymph transport and decrease edema (swelling). We combine this treatment with strategic placement of Kinesiology tape and mild decongestive exercises to maximize results. Lic # MM14353.

See ad, page 23.

MASSAGE THERAPY BODYWORKS BY BULL THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

211 Hollywood Blvd NE, FWB 850-651-2286 BodyWorksByBull.com

O ff e r i n g a t h o r o u g h program of recovery from acute and chronic pain syndromes which utilizes specific massage techniques and flexibility stretching to eliminate most neuromuscular pain patterns.

Active Release Technique (ART), neuromuscular massage, orthopedic massage, relaxation massage.

Lic # MM14353. See ad, page 23.

MEDICAL MARIJUANA EMPATHIC PRACTICE 2701 N 12th Ave, Pensacola 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 coaching sessions and group-guided meditation sessions. See ad, page 41.

MEDITATION EMPATHIC PRACTICE

2701 N 12th Ave, Pensacola 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 41.

EMPATHIC PRACTICE

2701 N 12th Ave, Pensacola 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 are available. Call 850777-3334, book your appointment today. See ad, page 41.

CARLIE NAGY, LMT

Mobile Massage Therapy Empathic Practice 2701 N 12th Ave, Pensacola 724-809-6344

Bodywork therapy sessions, mobile or in office, integrating deep tissue, light lymphatic and biofield energy work. Mind, body, soul holistic health, selfcare made easy. Following all COVID guidelines for your safety. License # MA94272. See ad, page 21.

MINI ESCAPE MASSAGE NAVARRE

1929 Ortega St, Navarre 850-376-7785 MiniEscapeMassageNavarre.com Licensed and professional therapeutic massage. We are skilled, experienced therapists. We are locally owned and operated. We want to help everyBODY heal. We only do professional massages. LIC#MM41202.

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METAPHYSICAL SHOP STONE SOUP INTUITIVE SPIRITUAL CENTER

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

F o r t Wa l t o n ’s newest eclectic intuitive center.

Locally made crafts by local artisans. Intuitive readings, jewelry, paintings, incense, crystals, pottery, semiprecious stones, wind chimes, diaper cakes and hand-painted furniture. See ad, page 15.

MINDFULNESS COACH EMPATHIC PRACTICE

2701 N 12th Ave, Pensacola Pensacola • 850-777-3334 Contact@EmpathicPractice.us EmpathicPractice.us

A great way to improve your mood, change your behavior for the better and become more productive. Our coach will help you apply mindfulness to your routines. See ad, page 41.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE BARBARA BRUNI

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

Myofascial release treats the entire myofascial mind/body complex, eliminating the pressure of the restricted myofascial system (the straightjacket) that causes painful symptoms. LMT #MA64267. See ad, page 9.

LAURA TYREE

Myofascial Release Massage Therapist LauraTyree Health in Hot Yoga Om (Downtown FWB) 850-642-1015 • LauraTyree.com A healing sanctuary that relieves stress and alleviates damage caused by tension and strain.

Fostering physical, mental and emotional relaxation while performing postures and breathing techniques with the underlying philosophy and relaxed attitude continuing outside of the studio into life. Classes for all levels and private classes upon request. See ad, page 19.

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ORIENTAL MEDICINE NAVARRE ACUPUNCTURE AND WELLNESS

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

Navarre Acupuncture and Wellness offers quality acupuncture and Chinese herbology, cupping therapy, moxibustion and Acupuncture Injection Therapy (AIT). See ad, page 15.

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, MD, FACP, FACR, Board-Certified Rheumatologist, specializes in the treatment of arthritis and other rheumatic diseases, and stem cell and infusion therapy. See ad, page 9.

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 7.

SPINE & JOINT, LLC

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

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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 12.

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PILATES STUDIO PILATES CORE TRAINING Barbara Bruni, Owner 1308 Dunmire St, 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 9.

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.

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.

See ad, page 23.

REFLEXOLOGY BODYWORKS BY BULL THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE 211 Hollywood Blvd NE, FWB 850-651-2286 BodyWorksByBull.com

Reflexology is a science based on the principle that there are reflexes in the feet and hands which correspond to all of the glands, organs and body systems.

Reflexology is a unique bodyworks therapy using the thumb and fingers on reflex areas. Lic # MM14353. See ad, page 23.

OSTEOPOROSIS OSTEOSTRONG

880 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze 850-480-7333 Cordova in Pensacola 1151 Office Woods Dr, Ste D 850-480-7119 OsteoStrong® is a scientificallybacked concept with proven technology focused on improving your overall health by focusing on the skeletal system. See ad, page 6.

REIKI FELICIA MCQUAID

Virtual, In-Person Sessions and Classes 850-240-9180 MiracleMindset111@gmail.com 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.

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

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

SKIN CARE SPIKES MEDICAL

850-541-9814 7841 Liberty Ave, Panama City SpikesMedicalHealth.com

A primary care clinic provided by a nurse practitioner that offers quality care at an affordable cost for the whole family. Family health care wellness services, diet program, self-care, skincare and nutritional supplements.

Virtual visits available. See ad, page 3.

SLEEP DISORDERS DR SUSAN WELCH, FAGD

106 Wright Pkwy SW, FWB 850-243-1534 WrightParkwayDentalCenter.com

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

Healthy digestion, well-aligned physical structure, proper breathing and a good night’s sleep begin with a healthy mouth. We treat snoring, sleep apnea and TMJ disorders, plus crowns, teeth whitening, bridges, veneers, implant restorations, aligner orthodontics, cleanings, digital X-ray imaging and CO2 laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ads, pages 17 and 23.

450-hour comprehensive training covering the fundamentals of movement, complete repertoire on the mat equipment, and includes modification movements for osteoporosis, knee and hip replacements and other various special needs. Registered with the Pilates Method Alliance. See ad, page 9.

SPIRITUAL CENTER UNITY OF PENSACOLA

THERMOGRAPHY THERMOGRAPHY ADVANTAGE

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 21.

STEM CELL THERAPY AGELESS SOLUTIONS

Cave, MD • Barber, MD • Janis Cook, RN 8990 Ortego Park Dr, Navarre 850-529-0770 Ageless Navarre.com Stem Cell Therapy is utilized to seek out inflammation in the body and regenerate any damaged tissue, applying our body’s natural internal repair system.

Our services include behavioral therapies, nutritional strategies, hormone replacement pellet therapy, stem cell therapy, prescription medications and, best of all, the support of a caring staff. See ad, page 51.

STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION BARBARA BRUNI Pilates Core Training 1308 Dunmire St, Pensacola 850-287-5836 PilatesCoreTraining.com

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

Structural Integration is a method of bodywork that creates profound and lasting results. Restructure your body and discover what authentic freedom of movement feels like again. Call to schedule your session today. LMT# MA64267.

See ad, page 9.

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.

Valuable for detecting earlystage breast disease and more.

See ad, page 29.

THETAHEALING® FELICIA MCQUAID Virtual, In-Person Sessions and Classes 850-240-9180 MiracleMindset111@gmail.com 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.

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 19.

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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 10.

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 51.

BAYSIDE HYPNOSIS

700 S Palafox St. Ste 200A, Pensacola Michelle@BaysideHypnosis.com BaysideHypnosis.com Hypnotic weight-loss works because it combines common sense, realistic nutrition, and teaches how to think like a naturally thin person with the most advanced hypnotic technology available, performed by skilled, experienced master hypnotists. See ad, page 13.

SPIKES MEDICAL

850-541-9814 7841 Liberty Ave, Panama City SpikesMedicalHealth.com A primary care clinic provided by a nurse practitioner that offers quality care at an affordable cost for the whole family. Family health care wellness services, diet program, self care, skin care and nutritional supplements.

Virtual visits available. See ad, page 3.

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

Serene environment for the study and practice of hatha yoga. Certified instructors.

Owner/Director Laura Tyree, E-RYT 500. See ad, page 19.

HOT YOGA OM

222 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Unit A Downtown FWB • 850-430-9434 HotYogaOM.com Hot Yoga Om features far infrared heat, radiant heat, radiant life. Daily classes, amazing teachers, great benefits.

Experience it for yourself. See ad, page 19.

ROOTS SHOPPE

357 Beal Pkwy NW, FWB 850-863-1044 C.Gypsymuse@gmail.com CGypsymuse.com Nestled in nature, daily classes feature stunning views of the water and amazing instructors.

See ad, page 34.

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