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s I sat down to write this month’s letter, I learned that the Natural Awakenings family had just lost a much-loved and valuable member to cancer. It was a bit of a shock, and it seems that lately we’ve been inundated with somber reports of illness and unfortunate loss. But it also reminds me how precious and appreciated every life is. When I think of those who have passed, I think of the good they did, the lives they touched and the impact their Scott & Daralyn hearts had on mine.

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Our focus this month is on the importance of community, and our feature article, “Change Makers,” illustrates how individuals and small organizations can have a huge impact on other lives and on our world. Many people, like the ones in this story, take on an enormous project to make change happen. They are successful because they are willing to bring people together regardless of their differences and create, work and produce toward the greater good.

But most of us make positive changes through the small actions we take on a daily basis—through our work, the seeds we sow and the people we take care of. This month we showcase the natural, caring approach of local chiropractors, the many conscious choices our community stands behind and votes on, and the inspiring eco-entrepreneurs profiled in our article “Planet-Friendly and Profitable.” I hope this month’s issue moves you to make a difference for yourself and the community around you.

At the end of October, try some of the yummy fun in “Healthy, Happy Halloween,” and don’t forget to join Art Beyond Walls and First City Art Center for their first-ever Day of the Dead Celebration (see page 12), during which you can use art to honor the memories of people who are special to you.

As we move forward, we will continue the work that so many of our colleagues who have passed were passionate about; that is how we will honor them. It’s sad that they are no longer with us on this journey, but as Reverend Jamie Sanders, passionately stated, “Many believe that death is an ending, while spiritually we know that it never ends. The soul comes to this existence to experience what is ours to learn, teach and grow through—it is always purposeful and timely when it is completed.” Rev. Sanders reminds me and inspires me when he says, “They have completed the classroom experience and have graduated.”

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newsbriefs Author Edwene Gaines to Speak at Unity Pensacola

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dwene Gaines, a well-known seminar leader and the author of The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity: A Simple Guide to Unlimited Abundance, is coming to Unity Pensacola on November 13.

Gaines will speak on The Challenge of Co-Creation, discussing how to harness the power of spoken affirmation to effect change. Just as God spoke creation into existence, we who are made in God’s image can use the spoken word to create a new, positive world, she says.

“Each of us is in a wonderful process of individuation, transformation, transfiguration, evolution and enlightening. We fully understand that if we want a different future than the past we have experienced, we must deeply invest ourselves in the challenge of co-creation. In short, we all are involved in change.”

Change calls for us to let go of old ideas and often requires us to Edwene Gaines leave behind familiar attitudes and behaviors, she says. “It requires that we step outside our comfort zones and play in new, expanded areas. It calls for us to be beings of great courage and even greater faith. But we have the power to move through these times of seeming challenges by remembering who and what we really are: the sons and daughters of the living God, with infinite possibilities of expression.”

Gaines is the owner and director of Rock Ridge Retreat Center in Valley Head, Alabama. For more information, contact Gaines at 256-635-1377 or Edwene@tds.net or visit ProsperityProducts.com.

Ganguli Music & Art Fest Benefits Music Majors

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he second annual Ganguli Music & Art Fest—a family-friendly, noalcohol event featuring local bands, food and local artists—will be held on the grounds of the Crystal Cottage in Panama City from 3:30 to 10 p.m., November 5.

All proceeds from this year’s festival will be donated to the Joseph Robert Kinch Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Awarded through the Bay Education Foundation, the Joseph Robert Kinch Memorial scholarship was created to help students studying music in college.

Kinch was one of the founders of Ganguli, and his band, The Seems, was a big part of the local music scene. He was a section leader in the marching band at A. Crawford Mosley High School, from which he graduated in 2015. He was a freshman at Troy University, majoring in music industry, when he passed away unexpectedly in December 2015.

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yurvedic health practitioner Kathy Tabb will teach a series of classes on Ayurveda and self-care at Navarre Living Yoga on four consecutive Thursdays, October 13 and 27 and November 3 and 10, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. “We’ll discuss simple things you can do daily to increase your health and wellness,” Tabb says. “Staying in balance, taking time for self-care and cultivating daily health routines can help us prevent burnout, sickness and illnesses borne from stress or a fastpaced lifestyle.”

Ayurveda is the healing side of yoga, she says. “Ayurveda is often called the science or knowledge of life. It’s is a complete mind-body-spirit approach to healing—the science of understanding who you are and your relationship to your environment.” The idea behind Ayurveda is that through proper balance and nourishment, it is possible to achieve perfect health, she says. “We are all unique, with our own idea of perfect health. Practicing Ayurveda can help you achieve your desire for ideal health and well-being in the body and in the mind.”

Tabb has trained with the California College of Ayurveda in Nevada City since 2012, completing three years of study via several on-site intensives and distant learning with master teachers, as well as a six-month internship.

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newsbriefs Day of the Dead Celebration Kicks Off Foo Foo Fest

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rt Beyond Walls and First City Art Center are joining forces to host the first-ever Day of the Dead Celebration from 5:30 to 10 p.m. on November 3, opening day of Pensacola’s Foo Foo Fest.

The event and pre-event activities will celebrate the Day of the Dead, a traditionally Mexican holiday honoring family members who have passed away. The celebration will be held at FCAC, 1060 N. Guillemard St., Pensacola.

Festivities will include music by New Orleans band Sweet Crude, art, face painting, a second-line processional, a costume contest, food trucks, hot glass demonstrations, live story recordings, children’s activities and a Day of the Dead art market. Visitors will be invited to set up temporary altars in various areas of the festival grounds. They are encouraged to wear Day of the Dead attire or bright colors and carry a photo or token representing a loved one.

Art Beyond Walls and First City Art Center have planned many activities in October and the first week of November culminating in the Day of the Dead Celebration, such as workshops, art exhibits, graffiti bridge painting and a Day of the Dead Community Memorial Wall at FCAC. All events are family friendly and reasonably priced or free. Event volunteers are always needed; sign up at FCAC. Tickets are $10 for adults or $5 for ages 18 and under. They are available at FCAC. For more information, visit FirstCityArt.org.

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Gulf Place to Host Inaugural 30A Half Marathon and 5K

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ulf Place on Santa Rosa Beach will host the first 30A Half Marathon and 5K, presented by the 30A Company, YOLO Board and 360 Blue, from October 21 to 23.

All proceeds will benefit the Sonder Project, a locally based nonprofit that focuses on high-impact, sustainable solutions for ending extreme poverty and hunger worldwide.

The weekend will kick off on October 21 with a pre-race party from 6 to 9 p.m. at the BoatHouse in WaterColor Inn and Resort. Festivities will include live entertainment by Hotel Oscar, food and local brews.

On October 22, racers and guests are invited to the packet pickup and expo from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Gulf Place.

The main event begins on October 23 at 7 a.m. with the half marathon, followed by the 5K start at 7:25 a.m.

Finishers will receive a custom medal; all participants will receive a race Tshirt and goody bag.

The out-and-back route starts at Gulf Place and heads east through Blue Mountain Beach, Grayton Beach and WaterColor. The BoatHouse on Western Lake will serve as the official turnaround point. The post-race party will begin at 8:30 a.m., 5K awards at 9 a.m. and half marathon awards at 10:15 a.m.

Race registration and information can be found at 30AHalf.com. Area businesses interested in sponsorship opportunities should contact the Sonder Project’s executive director, Sarah E. Hockett, at Sarah@TheSonderProject. org or 850-420-5845.

Dr. Skidmore Registers As Medical Marijuana Physician

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r. Raquel Skidmore of Gulf Coast Holistic and Primary Care in Panama City has registered as a compassionate care medical marijuana physician on the Emerald Coast. Her practice currently offers both traditional medical care and more holistic treatments, such as acupuncture, herbal medicines and diet planning. “By combining holistic and primary care, we focus our efforts on restoring physiological balance and correcting patients’ optimal state of natural health,” she says.

Skidmore’s registration was in response to legislation establishing a regulatory framework for the prescribing of low-THC and medical cannabis in the state of Florida for patients with one of the following conditions: cancer, or any Raquel Skidmore other physical medical condition that produces chronic symptoms of severe and persistent muscle spasms and seizures; or symptoms of cancer, or any other physical medical condition that produces chronic symptoms of severe and persistent muscle spasms and seizures. Governor Rick Scott signed the bill into law on June 16.

On November 8, Floridians will vote on Ballot Initiative Amendment 2, which would allow medical use of marijuana for individuals with debilitating medical conditions as determined by a licensed Florida physician. The Department of Health would register and regulate centers that produce and distribute marijuana for medical purposes and would issue ID cards to patients and caregivers.

Sponsored by the People United for Medical Marijuana, the amendment earned a spot on the November ballot by garnering 716,270 signatures—32,000 more than required. Because of its popular support, many experts believe that Ballot Initiative 2 will pass, thereby allowing patients diagnosed with a debilitating medical condition to obtain a cannabis certification allowing them to legally acquire and consume marijuana medically.

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newsbriefs Hinckley Functional Medicine Opens on the Emerald Coast

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ohn B. Hinckley, doctor of osteopathic medicine, has opened a new practice, Hinckley Functional Medicine, in the O’Donnell Medical Building in Santa Rosa Beach.

Hinckley received his degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1997; was an emergency physician at Doctors Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, for 14 years; served for more than a decade as a clinical professor of emergency medicine at Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine; and has John B. Hinckley practiced in several urgent care settings. He also has extensive training in functional medicine, which will be the focus of his new practice.

Functional medicine addresses a key issue in health care today: improving the management of complex, chronic diseases by using emerging research to identify effective interventions and integrate those approaches in patient care. If medicine begins with an understanding of the causes, prevention and treatment of chronic disease, Hinckley says. Using an integrative, science-based approach, the functional medicine practitioner treats illness and promotes wellness by focusing on the biochemically unique aspects of each patient and individually tailoring interventions to restore physiological, psychological and structural balance.

“Offering a leading-edge approach to health care on the Emerald Coast is at the core of our mission,” he says. “We understand that modifiable diets and lifestyles can account for more than 70 percent of stroke, colon cancer, coronary artery disease and adult-onset diabetes. Therefore at Hinckley Functional Medicine, we want to look at providing care differently, with the goal of changing the outcome of diseases through proactive treatment and prevention, which ultimately can lead to a longer and higher-quality life for our patients.”

Hinckley Functional Medicine is currently accepting new patients. For appointments, call 850-213-2384. For more information about the practice and functional medicine, visit HinckleyFunctionalMedicine.com.

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New Senior Minister at Unity of Panama City

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wo roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference” to Rev. Joanne Burns, the new senior minister of Unity of Panama City, this line by Robert Frost perfectly captures her spiritual journey from a rebellious youth to the person she is now.

“Discovering the teachings of Unity founders Charles and Myrtle Fillmore as a teen gave me the freedom to discover who I am from the inside out,” she says. “The teachings have taught me to love and live life fully, to see the Christ presence in myself and others, even when the outward behavior does not reflect the higher consciousness we each carry along on our journey.”

She has spent the better part of 25 years in the Unity movement—as youth volunteer, licensed Unity teacher, office manager, spiritual leader, minister and finally ordained minister—on a path that has taken her across the country. In her last church, she was associate minister for Unity of Mesa (Arizona), and she says she’s looking forward to her new role in Panama City. “During my interview weekend, I discovered how vibrant and welcoming the congregation is. I look forward to serving not just the congregants of Unity of Panama City, but also the greater community. I am grateful that I have been called to live Unity principles and share them with those willing to step out in faith and live them for themselves.”

Contact Unity of Panama City at 850769-7481 or UnityofPCfl@gmail.com.

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Senior Joggers Enjoy Youthful Metabolic Rate

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cientists from the University of Colorado have determined that individuals older than 65 that run three times a week will likely burn oxygen at the same rate as a 20-year-old runner. Despite being more than four decades older, these runners spend a similar amount of metabolic energy as their younger counterparts.

Published in the American College of Sports Medicine journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, the study tested 15 older and 15 younger runners. Each ran a minimum of three times a week for at least 30 minutes each time during the prior six months.

The subjects were tested on a specialized treadmill that measured the force applied to the running belt. Each person ran for five minutes during each test at different speeds between 4.5 and 6.5 miles per hour. Regardless of running mechanics and technique, the older runners utilized their metabolic energy at a similar rate as the young runners at all speeds.

“Our prior research suggests that the muscles themselves are becoming less efficient. I think of it as your body is like a car. Your body has its own fuel efficiency, and what we’ve seen is that the fuel efficiency in muscles is reduced in older adults that are sedentary or only walk occasionally,” says lead researcher and Professor of Kinesiology Justus Ortega. goodluz/Shutterstock.com

Vitamin D3 Boosts Gut Health

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esearch published in Psychological Science, the journal of the Association for Psychological Science, has found that positive moods can be transferred from one person to another via human sweat. The scientists from Utrecht University, in the Netherlands, tested 12 young men and 36 young women. The men were given clean shirts and absorbent pads were attached to their armpits while they watched video clips that induced several emotional states—fear, happiness or neutral. The researchers then stored the absorbent pads for each emotion into sealed jars.

The 36 women were then tested with each of the absorbent pads randomly, with five-minute breaks in-between. They placed their chins on a special rest that held the absorbent pad underneath. The research was double-blind, so neither the researchers nor subjects knew which pads they were exposed to. During each exposure, the women’s facial expressions were recorded. The researchers determined that the women had facial expressions reflecting the emotion induced by the videos the men watched, based on the activity of the women’s facial muscles.

Senior researcher Gün Semin, of Utrecht University, says, “Our study shows that being exposed to sweat produced under happiness induces a simulacrum of happiness in receivers and induces a contagion of the emotional state. This suggests that somebody that’s happy will infuse others in their vicinity with happiness.

In a way, happiness sweat is somewhat like smiling—it’s infectious.”

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esearch from Austria’s University of Graz has found that high-dose vitamin D3 significantly alters the gut’s microbiome for the better. The researchers tested 16 healthy people for eight weeks, giving them a dose of 980 international units (IU) per kilogram (2.2 pounds) of body weight. At this rate, a 150-pound person would take more than 66,000 IU per day.

The scientists took samples from the stomach, small intestines, colon and stool before and after the testing period. They also tested for bacteria species using gene sequencing and measured T-cell counts. Afterward, the subjects showed reductions in disease-producing bacteria and increased diversity among their gut probiotics.

The research also discovered that the high-dose vitamin D3 supplementation increased immunity in the gut. “Vitamin D3 modulates the gut microbiome of the upper gastrointestinal tract, which might explain its positive influence on gastrointestinal diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease or bacterial infections,” the researchers explain.

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Japan’s Fukuoka University and India’s Council of Medical Research, divided the patients into four groups. For two months, 100 healthy people and 100 Type 2 diabetes patients replaced their cooking oils with the sesame/rice bran blend, another 100 Type 2 diabetes patients were treated with five milligrams per day of the diabetes drug glibenclamide (glynase in the U.S.) and the remaining 100 Type 2 diabetes patients were treated with a combination of the same dosage of glibenclamide, along with consuming the sesame/rice bran oil blend over the two-month period.

After four weeks and eight weeks, the researchers found the diabetes patients that consumed the oil blend had significant reductions in fasting and post-meal blood glucose levels. They also had lower levels of glycated hemoglobin, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (“bad” cholesterol) and improved high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (“good” cholesterol). Those treated with the diabetes drug without consuming the oil blend showed none of the same improvements.

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The researchers also found that the acupuncture group experienced an improvement in several menopausal quality of life measurements. Nancy Avis, Ph.D., a professor of public health sciences at Wake Forest University and lead author of the study, says, “There are a number of nonhormonal options for treating hot flashes and night sweats that are available to women. None seem to work for everyone, but our study showed that acupuncture from a licensed acupuncturist can help some women without any side effects. It also showed that the maximum benefit occurred after about eight treatments.”

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The research estimates that a quartermillion Americans die every year as a result of medical errors, constituting the third-leading cause of death in the U.S. This is a substantial increase from the 98,000 deaths from medical errors reported in a 1999 study from the Institute of Medicine, now the National Academy of Medicine.

Lead researcher and Professor of Surgery at Johns Hopkins Dr. Martin Makary clarifies that medical errors include mistakes by doctors, along with systemic problems related to communication breakdowns when patients are passed between departments. “It boils down to people dying from the care that they receive, rather than the disease for which they are seeking care,” he observes.

One of the problems highlighted is a lack of public reporting. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) does not require hospital-error reporting in deaths, which makes it difficult to accumulate related statistics. “The CDC should update reporting requirements for vital statistics so that physicians report whether there was any error that led to a preventable death,” says Makary. “We all know how common it is and how infrequently it’s openly discussed.”

Dr. Frederick van Pelt, with the healthcare consultancy Chartis Group, says that severe injuries resulting from medical errors are also often overlooked. “Some estimates would put this number at 40 times the death rate.”

He indicates that this gets buried in the milieu of expected suffering and pain that care providers are daily exposed to following any surgical procedure.

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A new report from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in the UK, has issued the first comprehensive assessment of plant life, the inaugural State of the World’s Plants, and found that one in five plants may be at risk of extinction due to invasive species, disease and changing landscapes.

Researchers also have determined that just 30,000 plant species have a documented use out of hundreds of thousands of known species. These are only the vascular plants that have specialized tissue for sucking up water through their systems.

Over the years, different people and agencies have identified the same plant at both different times and locations, so they may have accumulated multiple names. The Kew researchers determined that each plant in the International Plant Names Index had, on average, 2.7 different species names. By cutting out the duplicates from more than a million different names, the Kew report was able to pare down the known species to 391,000.

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Plaintiffs include the Organic Consumers Association, International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements, Navdanya, Regeneration International, and Millions Against Monsanto, along with dozens of global food, farming and environmental justice groups.

The court, developed in 2011, will use the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights to assess damages for Monsanto’s acts against humans and the environment.

The court will also attempt to reform international criminal law to include crimes against the environment, or ecocide, as a prosecutable criminal offense. It has determined that prosecuting ecocide as a criminal offense is the only way to guarantee the rights of humans to a healthy environment and the right of nature to be protected.

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Traditional bulbs are banned in the European Union and Canada, and their manufacture and importation are being phased out in the U.S. They’ve been replaced by more expensive compact fluorescent (CFL) and light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs, which are significantly more efficient. In theory, the crystal structures could boost the efficiency of incandescent bulbs to 40 percent, making them three times more efficient than the best available LED and CFL bulbs.

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Vote Yes on Amendment 2 F lorida’s November ballot gives voters the opportunity to join 25 other states in the decision to support the legalizing of medical cannabis for individuals with specific, debilitating diseases or comparable conditions as determined by a licensed physician. According to the Florida state constitution, in order to pass the Florida Medical Marijuana Legalization Amendment 2, a supermajority vote of 60 percent of individuals voting on the question is required.

The legal language of Amendment 2 was written to explicitly to allow medical cannabis to be provided as a treatment for cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, HIV, AIDS, post-traumatic stress disorder amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Crohn’s disease and multiple sclerosis.

Amendment 2 would also allow licensed physicians to certify patients for medical marijuana use after diagnosing them with some "other debilitating medical conditions of the same kind or class as or comparable to those enumerated”.

The Florida government enacted the Compassionate Medical Cannabis Act of 2014, which became effective in January 2015. The program allowed for access to non-smoked, low-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) marijuana for qualified patients.

Scientific study of the genus Cannabis, or marijuana, plant belonging to the hemp family, led to the discovery of naturally occurring chemicals known as cannabinoids. While there are more than 100 cannabinoids in the plant, research has been directed at only two: THC and cannabidiol (CBD). THC, found in the resin secreted by the glands of the plant, produces most of the plant’s psychological effects by attaching to and activating specific receptors in the brain. CBD is the non-psychoactive constituent that blocks the euphoric state associated with THC, according to the National Center for Biotechnology information.

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Dr. Michael Uphues, a board certified family physician and certified medical cannabis expert, presents seminars on cannabinoid medicine that include information such as education about the major types of cannabis and their extensive clinical uses and applications , and also on the political propaganda campaign that has led to misinformation regarding its use as an effective and viable medicine.

“Cannabis has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for more than 5,000 years and in ayurvedic medicine for 2,000 years. From 1850 to 1941, it was sold over the counter in U.S. pharmacies,” says Uphues. “In today’s important research into determining the pharmacology of THC, numerous biological studies show what traditional Chinese doctors and ayurvedic physicians may have understood— humans are born with cannabinoid receptor sites in the brain. Receptors are binding sites for chemicals in the brain that instruct brain cells to start, stop or otherwise regulate various brain and body functions. The chemicals which trigger receptors are known as neurotransmitters. Neurotransmitter chemicals enable brain cells (neurons) to communicate with each other by their release into the gap (synapse) between the neurons. These discoveries and their relevance to the understanding of the pharmacology of THC in the brain provide the basis for challenging the legitimacy of marijuana's Schedule I status on the Drug Enforcement Administration’s controlled substance list.

“The term marijuana is derogatory. The plant should be referred to by its scientific biological name, Cannabis, and should be respected for its healing properties,” advises Uphues.

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In the midst of the 2016 election campaign, they ask people to step up the quality of citizen debate using Meditate the Vote questions to stimulate more intelligent and inclusive discussions via a variety of social media, including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and other outlets leading up to national election day on November 8.

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Amendment 1 on Florida's November ballot is deceptive and anti-solar.

Backed by monopoly utilities seeking to stifle solar power and keep Floridians captive power consumers, it is bankrolled by Florida’s big power companies and groups supporting fossil fuels.

“Rights of Electricity Consumers Regarding Solar Energy Choice may sound great for solar in Florida, but take heed.

Amendment 1 will do the opposite of promoting solar,” says Susan Glickman, Florida director of the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy.

Why voters should say no to Amendment 1: The language of the amendment sounds appealing, but won’t grant Floridians any new rights. Floridians already have the right to own or lease solar equipment on their property to generate electricity for their own use.

It will change the Florida Constitution to include a presumption that non-solar customers somehow “subsidize” solar customers. No empirical evidence supports this. Power companies should not have constitutional protections to punish Florida residents with charges if they install solar.

It will be used by power companies to attack Florida’s net metering rule, which currently allows customers to receive credit for generating solar power, as well as sending their excess energy back to the grid. This policy is key to making the economics of solar work. Power companies object because it allows Floridians to generate their own power and pay less on their electric bills.

“Take note that Florida Supreme Court Justice Barbara Pariente called Amendment 1 a wolf in sheep’s clothing, masquerading as a pro-solar energy initiative,” notes Glickman.

What voters will see on the November ballot: Rights of Electricity Consumers Regarding Solar Energy Choice.

This amendment establishes a right under Florida’s constitution for consumers to own or lease solar equipment installed on their property to generate electricity for their own use. State and local governments shall retain their abilities to protect consumer rights and public health, safety and welfare, and to ensure that consumers who do not choose to install solar are not required to subsidize the costs of backup power and electric grid access to those who do.

“Vote no to this utility-backed solar petition and stop big monopoly utilities from choking off rooftop solar and keeping a stranglehold on customers by preventing them from generating their own power,” advises Glickman.

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Treats should also be ecofriendly. Equal Exchange offers fair trade, organic and kosher low-fat chocolates from crops grown by small farmers in the Dominican Republic and Peru, shipped in a quantity big enough to split the cost with friends (Shop.EqualExchange. coop/chocolate.html). Nut-free, homemade trail mix, wrapped in eco-friendly tissue paper or a square of cloth tied shut, provides a welcome change from sweets.

In 2014, the Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE) organization launched the Teal Pumpkin Project. Place a downloadable sign in a window to announce that nonfood, Earth-friendly treats are offered at the house for kids with allergies or food sensitivities (Tinyurl. com/Teal HalloweenPumpkins).

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Happy, Healthy Halloween!

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alloween will come knocking on our doors soon in the form of youngsters searching for treats. But traditional trick-or-treat fare is laden with processed sugars and dyes that can leave the digestive system screaming for help and the nervous system raw—and can make children behave like little monsters.

For a happy, healthier Halloween, try hosting a spook-fest of your own.

Fire pits with organic s’mores and scary stories, a Fear Factor challenge with “frog eggs” to munch, and less-sugary foods that still tickle the taste buds are sure to thrill the neighborhood ghouls and superheroes. Easy recipes abound online for families searching for healthier versions of traditional treats.

Beverages For a drink option that combines a science lesson with mystery, serve Witch’s Brew. In a large punchbowl, blend two 22-ounce or larger glass bottles of organic sparkling apple or grape juice, one gallon of another organic juice of your choice and one 32-ounce or larger bag of organic frozen mixed berries. Just before guests arrive, add chunks of dry ice to create a steaming brew.

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Treats When healthy treats are a visual delight, they can alter the mindset that sugar-laden options are always best.

For a treat as decorative as it is deli-

Paleo Chocolate ½ cup coconut oil ½ cup high-quality cocoa powder ½ cup smooth almond butter ¼ cup raw honey ½ teaspoon vanilla Melt coconut oil. Blend all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Pour into paper-lined muffin cups about a half-inch full, or into silicon molds. Freeze for 10 minutes or until firm. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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cious, create a fruit tray that smiles (or frowns) back. On a large, round platter, use organic orange slices to create a pumpkin, leaving spaces for the eyes, nose and mouth, and fill them with organic grapes, blueberries or raspberries. Vegetable trays can be arranged the same way, using organic baby carrots for the pumpkin, celery sticks for the stem, cherry tomatoes for the mouth and broccoli tops or dips for the eyes.

Ten minutes and some silicone molds are all you need to turn luscious paleo chocolate into pumpkins, spider webs, bats or any other creepy critter imaginable. (See the paleo chocolate recipe) Try adding in a few drops of essential oils: five drops of wild orange will result in an immediate uplift in behavior or mood, plus a delectable citrus taste; four drops of peppermint, either with the wild orange or on its own, will provide a refreshing burst of flavor; three drops of lavender make for a soothing end-of-the-evening treat.

(Note: use only certified pure therapeutic grade essential oils that have supplement facts available.)

Add some gruesome flair to an otherwise mundane treat by whipping up some Bleeding Brain Cupcakes (visit PaleOMG.com), adding the paleo chocolate or buttercream frosting of your choice (there are plenty of recipes online). Pipe the frosting on in chaotic swirls resembling a brain, drizzling raspberry or strawberry purée over the top to create the final effect.

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Get your guests moving with a Fear Factor challenge: set up stations where they can compete in gruesome games to win points. Bobbing for bloody monster eyes is always a hit. Fill a large bowl or tub with water that’s been dyed red with natural food coloring (available at health food stores). Toss in some plastic eyeballs and brussels sprouts (or other round fruits or vegetables) for that additional ick factor. Guests have 10 seconds to retrieve as many plastic eyeballs or vegetables as possible; each item is worth a point.

Other games could include a toilet paper mummy competition with two-person teams (one teammate wraps the other), or the 10-second ice bucket

Bleeding Brain Cupcakes (visit PaleOMG.com) challenge, where guests use their toes to grab small items from a tub of ice water. Then there’s the ever-terrifying frog egg challenge. To make the frog eggs, cook a few servings of tapioca pearls as directed, without sweetener.

Add natural green food coloring and a dash of black pepper, then refrigerate until solid. For the challenge, each guest rolls a die and must eat that many spoonfuls of frog eggs. Be ready to cheer competitors on, as the texture is abominable!

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Jones will also interview the writers at a “Sunday Brunch With the Poets.”

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Last but certainly not least, send your young guests home with goody bags stuffed to the brim with healthy treats such as raisins or trail mix plus an assortment of small toys, stickers or other fun items such as mini magic tricks and chinese finger traps, topping off an experience they will remember for months to come.

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Born to Eat Wild Why Ancestral Diets Boost Health

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n The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals, Michael Pollan surmised that we’d be healthier if we ate the way our great-grandparents did. It would mean sticking to regularly scheduled meals instead of impulsive snacking, having a meat or protein item comprise only a quarter of our plate, adding fresh vegetables and eliminating junk food.

We must look further back than our immediate ancestors, counters Jo Robinson, a food journalist who surveyed more than 6,000 scientific research studies before writing her bestselling Eating on the Wild Side: The Missing Link to Optimum Health. She has also co-authored several other books, including The Omega Diet: The Lifesaving Nutritional Program Based on the Diet of the Island of Crete.

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“Many believe we have dumbed down the nutrition in our food over the past 100 years,” says Robinson, who lives and gardens on Vashon Island, Washington. “Research shows we have been breeding out proteins and minerals and most importantly, antioxidants, for much longer.”

She points out that the hunter-gatherer diet encompassed many wild foods that tasted more bitter, astringent, sour and earthy than the sweet blandness in today’s fruits and vegetables. Wild foods offered a wider variety of phytonutrients, but came at a cost—the time required to hunt and gather enough food for a day, let alone a season.

“Then, 12,000 years ago, we had a better idea—gardening,” says Robinson. “We evolved to 20 varieties in a garden versus 150 in wild plants.” First, farmers chose sweet, starchy, mild-tasting, oil-rich foods such as figs, dates and olives. “We’re hard-wired to choose high-calorie foods because they’re directly connected to the pleasure centers of the brain,” she adds.

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After that, the trend to grow sweeter-tasting, less nutritious plants snowballed. Robinson cites research that found adding one Golden Delicious apple to the daily diet of a small group of overweight men led to higher levels of undesirable low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides due to its high-fructose content and low levels of antioxidants (International Journal of Preventive Medicine).

Wilder Options Even organic farming methods, in which the soil is naturally enriched, can’t return all those lost nutrients to our food.

Rather than advocate that we return to eating wild foods, Robinson suggests finding wild equivalents. Even those that follow a paleo diet—presumably eaten by early humans and consisting chiefly of meat, fish, vegetables and fruit, excluding dairy, grain products and commercially processed items—could use further refinements in the produce they choose. She recommends specific varieties of fruits and vegetables and explains the benefits of “wild” foods such as meat, eggs and dairy from livestock and poultry fed on grass on her website, EatWild.com.

We can make smarter choices, seeking wilder-type varieties of foods at the grocery store, farmers’ market and garden seed companies. In general, they are more vividly colored, especially from red to purple, and less sweet.

Brightly colored fruits and vegetables indicate a botanical sunscreen the plant produces to protect itself from ultraviolet light and other external threats, notes Robinson; it’s an indication of a higher antioxidant activity.

“Find as many purple foods as possible because they have anthocyanins, known to fight cancer and inflammation,” suggests Robinson. “The original carrot from Afghanistan is purple.

It’s only been orange for the past 400 years when it was bred to salute the royal House of Orange, in the Netherlands.”

According to Robinson, we can also prepare our foods in ways that maximize their phytonutrient content. Eat fresh-picked asparagus and broccoli immediately or their natural sugars and antioxidants disappear. Let chopped or pressed garlic sit for 10 minutes before using so its pungent allicin—the healthy compound that benefits our health—will increase. Tear fresh lettuce the day before eating and keep it fresh in a plastic bag with poked holes, to allow the stillliving lettuce to rally its healthy compounds as if its battered leaves were repelling an insect attack.

This emerging science of polyphenols, the technical term for phytonutrients in our food, will be explosive, predicts this pioneering research-based author. “There’s a new study just about every month,” she finds. It can all lead toward breeding and growing more nutritious foods that are more readily accessible to everyone.

Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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he old way of thinking about fruits and vegetables is ‘the more, the better,’ regardless of what you choose,” says wild food expert Jo Robinson. “Unfortunately, the most popular ones are the least nutritious, like Golden Delicious apples and supersweet corn.”

In Eating on the Wild Side, Robinson cites considerable research that shows we can make better choices within each food category by simply selecting varieties closer to their wild ancestors. Generally, the most phytonutrientrich options include kale, spinach, lettuces, asparagus and artichokes. Here are other top tips from the literature.

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n Tart apples such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, Honeycrisp and Liberty boost phytonutrients and fiber while reducing fructose content. n Haas avocados deliver more vitamin E and other antioxidants to support smooth skin and shiny hair than smaller Mexican avocados. n Red finger bananas, when fully ripened to a deep magenta, are higher in vitamin C, beta-carotene, potassium and fiber than the common Cavendish banana. n Canned beans (which have been dried and then cooked) are better than home-cooked beans because the heat required for the canning process enhances their nutritional content. n Grass-fed beef is higher in vitamin E, beta-carotene and omega-3 essential fatty acids than corn-fed beef. n Dried currants made from Black Corinth grapes (sold as “Zante currants”) have more antioxidants than either brown or golden raisins. n Red grapefruit is preferred to yellow; the darker the red, the more beneficial the fruit. Red grapefruit but not yellow has been shown to lower triglycerides. n Raw kale is both the most bitter and beneficial of all the cruciferous vegetables. n Dark orange-hued mangos are superior to other tropical fruits, possessing five times the vitamin C of oranges and the fiber of pineapples. n Cherry, grape and currant tomatoes deliver more cancerpreventing lycopene than beefsteak tomatoes.

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calls the “right thing to do” fed more than 41,000 people that day.

Named one of Toyota’s 2016 Mothers of Invention, Ahmad uses the company’s $50,000 grant to boost Copia’s services throughout the U.S. Recently, German and Austrian government officials expressed interest in expanding the service to help feed Syrian refugees in their countries.

Friends Margot McNeeley and Janet Boscarino, in Memphis, Tennessee, looked around for local problems they could fix and took action starting in 2008.

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CHANGE MAKERS INSPIRED TO ACT

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urs is not the task of fixing the entire world all at once, but of stretching out to mend the part of the world that is within our reach. Any small, calm thing that one soul can do to help another soul will help immensely. It is not given to us to know which acts, or by whom, will cause the critical mass to tip toward an enduring good,” says Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph.D., a world-renowned author and Jungian psychoanalyst specializing in post-trauma counsel.

Thousands of people each day choose to see a world radiating with hope and light, despite ever-present conflict and strife. Their talents and gifts, alliances and collaborations are inspiring a new story that ripples outward into our communities and beyond.

In The Ten Gifts: Find the Personal Peace You’ve Always Wanted Through the Ten Gifts You’ve Always Had, author Robin L. Silverman affirms that everyone can reach within, even in the worst of circumstances, for treasures that can be used to improve the lives of others.

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Meeting Basic Needs Komal Ahmad was unaware that her single act of kindness in simply offering to share her lunch with a homeless veteran in 2011 while she was attending the UniKomal Ahmad versity of California, Berkeley, would lead to a multiplying mission to feed America’s hungry. His heartfelt expression of gratitude for his first meal in three days sparked an epiphany: Her school was regularly throwing away thousands of pounds of food while neighbors were going hungry.

Today, Ahmad is the founder and CEO of Copia, an app that matches nonprofits serving in-need veterans, children, women and others with companies that have leftover gourmet food. Following the 2016 Super Bowl, she used Copia’s technology to organize food pickups throughout the San Francisco Bay area. What she

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didn’t want food to go to waste and created the Project Green Fork certification program after learning that 95 percent of restaurant waste can be diverted from landfills. Her nonprofit helps resJanet Boscarino taurants to conserve water and energy, develop recycling and composting systems and switch to biodegradable containers and environmentally friendly cleaning operations.

Boscarino’s experience in business development and sales, combined with her disdain for litter, led her to found the nonprofit Clean Memphis, which began in 2008 with volunteer crews picking up litter. In recent years, the initiative’s community-wide strategy has expanded to involve local governments, businesses, neighborhoods, faith-based organizations and 20 local “sustainable schools”.

In 2017, Project Green Fork will become a part of Clean Memphis.

Throughout two decades of educational activism, John G. Heim’s passion for clean water as a human right John G. Heim has not waned.

We are a community of possibilities, not a community of problems.

Community exists for the sake of belonging, and takes its identity from the gifts, generosity and accountability of its citizens. We currently have all the resources required to create an alternative future. ~Peter Block, Community: The Structure of Belonging The founder and leader of The SWFL Clean Water Movement, headquartered in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, persisted even when many business owners considered him a nuisance, driving off tourists.

As infestations of blue-green algae blooms have reached emergency levels, Heim’s ongoing grassroots campaign to increase awareness of water quality issues that’s backed by social media recently brought him to Washington, D.C., to make his case before Congress.

The nonprofit’s 18,000 members have succeeded in bringing national attention to the thick muck now plaguing both Florida coasts. They’re working to alter nutrient-laden discharges from Lake Okeechobee that send agricultural toxins and rain overflow down the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie rivers and out into vital estuaries.

Scott Bunn’s Seneca Treehouse Project, launched in 2010, grew from his building background in a family of entrepreneurs to encompass design/ build services and education in ecohousing and ethical Scott Bunn living. Bunn’s original Seneca, South Carolina, homestead and acreage includes apprentice learning programs teaching practical skills in

cultivating permaculture, growing food, building structures, working with tools and living in an intentional community.

“For the next six years, our goal is to annually train 50 people that will train 50 more people. Continuing this exponential growth pattern means the potential for 312 million more people living more compatibly and lightly upon the Earth. We’ve already established collaborations with six other cities around the U.S. that can potentially duplicate our efforts,” says Bunn.

Providing Healthcare Options Martie Whittiken, of Plano, Texas, a board-certified clinical nutritionist and host of the Healthy by Nature nationally syndicated radio show, uses her Martie Whittiken talents to advocate for health freedom in America. Educating listeners for 19 years, she served as president of the National Nutritional Foods Association during crucial phases of the 1992 to 1994 fight to successfully pass the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act to preserve consumer choices.

The author of The Probiotic Cure also helped found the Texas Health Freedom Coalition to protect citizens’ rights to choose alternative medical treatment in her state. Whittiken says, “My work is a labor of love. I have no interest in becoming famous or well known unless it contributes to getting the job done.”

On a 2006 medical mission to Haiti, Gigi Pomerantz, a licensed nurse practitioner at the Aurora Sinai Medical Center, in Milwaukee, discovered the Gigi Pomerantz impact of a lack of clean water and sanitation as her fourperson team treated 1,400 patients for worms, stomach problems, diarrhea and poor appetite. Two years later, she founded Youthaiti, where she serves as executive director.

The nonprofit helps rural Haitians

build composting toilets and develop organic gardens using recycled waste as fertilizer. It also provides community hygiene education and reforestation. Everything is aimed at breaking Haiti’s widespread cycle of contamination and disease, and safely convert human waste into agricultural fertilizer that’s increasing crop productivity and the availability of healthy food.

Psychotherapist Jacqui Bishop and Integrative Nutritionist Lisa Feiner, co-founders of Sharp Jacqui Bishop Again Naturally, in White Plains, New York, believe that dementia is reversible, and no case should be considered hopeless until all causative factors have been tested and ruled out. Their resolve for eliminating causes of disease rather than managing symptoms is based on University of California, Los Angeles, research studies and sources quoted in a Health Advocates Worldwide documentary.

Project Yoga Richmond, established in 2010, makes yoga accessible to Lisa Feiner everyone in the city’s metro region. Thirty yoga teachers lead pay-what-you-can studio classes that help fund 22 outreach programs for underserved communities. Healing programs are designed for needs related to autism, recovery, seniors, special students and youths in the court system. “We also provide continuing instructor education, visiting teachers, workshops and other special events that deepen yoga practice in our community,” says co-founder Dana Walters, who serves as the board of directors vice president.

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and co-founder, conductor and artistic director of the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic (CJP), Orbert Davis is dedicated to multi-genre projects. His collaborative research in 2012 while in Cuba on a people-to-people exchange accompanied by fellow musicians and River North Dance Chicago’s Artistic Director Frank Chaves (now retired) proved to be a multifaceted boon.

It generated the philharmonic’s Havana Blue live performance in 2013 and ignited a weeklong cultural exchange with Cuba’s Universidad Ciudad de las Artes (ISA) during his return trip for the Havana International Jazz Festival in 2014. President Barak Obama’s announcement of the normalization of Cuban/U.S. diplomatic relations opened up the possibility for a continuing CJP/ISA relationship, as well as their 2015 landmark partnered event when 37 ISA students traveled to Chicago to perform Scenes from Life: Cuba at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre. Davis promises more such events to come.

All of these individuals represent a small percentage of the game-changers actively moving to create an alternative future. Estés observes, “What is needed for dramatic change is an accumulation of acts; adding, adding to, adding more, continuing. We know that it does not take everyone on Earth to bring justice and peace, but only a small, determined group that will not give up during the first, second or hundredth gale.”

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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ensacola Community Action Network is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit that supports the work of other local charitable groups. It handles their administrative and financial functions so that they can spend their time achieving their environmental or social missions. “Many people with great ideas for improving their community do not enjoy or have an easy time with financial and administrative work, so we can handle that for them,” says Executive Director Christian Wagley.

Local businessman Tom Hutchins launched Pensacola CAN in 2014, after seeing similar organizations work well in other communities and recognizing a need for that type of service in the Pensacola area. “Marin Link in California is a great example of what we’re doing,” Wagley says. “We consider them a role model.”

The idea is to remove the legal and bureaucratic hurdles that can prevent people from implementing plans for improving their community, he says. “Perhaps you want to do a tree-planting project, or feed

homeless residents, or hold a summer camp for kids. If you’re not incorporated and registered as an IRS 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization, it’s pretty much impossible to do.”

Pensacola CAN has a board of directors and contracted accountants and other professionals to provide fiscal sponsorship and financial management to its partners.

“With fiscal sponsorship, monies that our partners raise or receive from grants come to a dedicated account with Pensacola CAN, which allows donors to receive a tax deduction for qualified donations,” Wagley says. “We also can provide a space on our website for the partner to securely collect donations online. We provide this for a small percentage of income the partner brings in—usually around 8 percent.

It’s a subsidized rate that’s in line with what other groups nationwide charge for the service.”

To learn more, contact Pensacola CAN at 850-426-4226 or Admin@PensacolaCAN.org, or visit PensacolaCAN.org.

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lorida has more than 160,000 women veterans, of which an estimated 14,000 are homeless. Frontline—a ministry of Harbor Life Church in Pensacola—is a residential facility being established to help these women overcome the many obstacles, seen and unseen, preventing them from getting back on their feet.

“Our mission will be to create a principle-based environment and comprehensive residential program that addresses every area of restoration in the life of a homeless female veteran,” says the church’s executive pastor, Terry Wallace. “Frontline will work to provide each veteran with stability, personal skill building, and educational and training opportunities leading to employment and housing, along with the restoration of personal dignity, faith and strength.”

Through the combined efforts of trained staff, volunteers and community partners, Frontline will provide housing, meals, case-management services, counseling, life-skills classes, laundry facilities, a computer lab, a gym, a

chapel and transportation to VA appointments. Wallace notes that homeless women are a traditionally underserved portion of the veteran population, and so the mission of Frontline is “to serve those who served” by reintegrating them into the community with the physical, spiritual and emotional tools they need to succeed there.

“Frontline will provide women a fresh start and a place to heal surrounded and supported by Christian love, trust, education and companionship.

As a ministry, our vision is based in response to the words of Jesus: ‘Whatever you do to the least of my brothers, you do unto me.’”

While Frontline’s immediate goal is to get the organization up and running and to secure a facility to house, care for and train participants in the program, Wallace says the ultimate goal is to expand the program throughout Northwest Florida, fulfilling the promise of “No service member left behind.”

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Cancer. The Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medicine publishes numerous studies of therapies supporting cancer patients suffering the side effects of conventional treatment. The American Journal of Clinical Oncology reports that chiropractic care rates as one of the leading alternative medical treatments for pain management, among other related benefits. Chiropractic offers economical and effective strategies that may help quality of life, as discussed in Seminars in Oncology Nursing.

High Blood Pressure. While many relevant studies can’t yet generalize results, the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics documents success by chiropractors treating hypertension without the downside of medical drugs that can include the risk of stroke (University of Alabama at Birmingham).

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In clinical studies, combining manual spinal adjustment with soft tissue therapy has been found to relieve PMS discomfort. In one study, two groups of women were tested, switching off in receiving chiropractic adjustments or a placebo alternative. Each time, the group receiving chiropractic adjustments reported the greatest improvements (Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics).

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). A study published in Explore suggests that chiropractic care combined with other holistic elements such as appropriate nutrition may provide a more gentle, yet effective approach than conventional psychotropic drugs. It employed chiropractic treatment for boys 9 to 13 years old diagnosed with ADHD. Spinal manipulation with nutritional supplementation was reported to improve hyperactivity, inattentiveness, impulsiveness and behavioral, social and emotional difficulties.

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Tree-Mendous Love How Trees Care for Each Other

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rom learning to communicate to physically caring for each other, the secret lives of trees are wildly deep and complex.

“They can count, learn and remember; nurse sick neighbors; warn each other of danger by sending electrical signals across a fungal network known as the ‘wood wide web’; and keep the ancient stumps of long-felled companions alive for centuries by feeding them a sugar solution through their roots,” reveals Peter Wohlleben, a German forest ranger and author of The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate— Discoveries from a Secret World, released in September.

Upon seeing two soaring beeches in the forest, Wohlleben observes, “These trees are friends. See how the thick branches point away from each other? That’s so they don’t block their buddy’s light. Sometimes, pairs are so interconnected at the roots that when one tree dies, the other one dies, too.”

Wohlleben is rekindling a re-imagination of trees even as many people consider their role is only to supply us with oxygen and wood. Using a mix of scientific research and his own observations from studying forestry and working in the forest since 1987, the man who speaks for the trees does so in decidedly anthropomorphic terms.

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“Scientific language removes all the emotion, and people don’t understand it anymore. I use a human language. When I say, ‘Trees suckle their children,’ everyone knows immediately what I mean,” he says.

After years of working for the state forestry administration in RhinelandPalatinate, and then as a forester managing 3,000 acres of woods near Cologne, he began to understand that contemporary practices were not serving the trees or those that depend on them very well. Artificially spacing out trees ensures that trees get more sunlight and grow faster, but naturalists report that trees exist less like individuals and more as communal beings. By working together in networks and sharing resources, they increase their resistance to potentially damaging influences.

After researching alternative approaches, Wohlleben began implementing some revolutionary concepts.

He replaced heavy machinery with horses, stopped using insecticides and let the woods become wilder. The pilot German forest plot went from losing money to posting a profit in two years.

As Dr. Seuss’ tree-loving Lorax says, “I speak for the trees. I speak for the trees, for the trees have no tongues.”

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indoors. Permanent labyrinths may be made of stones, rocks, bricks or inlaid stones. Temporary labyrinths can be painted on grass or made with all sorts of things for a particular purpose or appropriate to a specific cause,” explains Diane Rudebock, Ed.D., resource vice president and research chair of the Labyrinth Society, in Trumansburg, New York.

“Walking a labyrinth is useful for those that sometimes have a hard time being outwardly still and drawing themselves inward. You must move your body, and because you’re focused on the path while you’re walking it, it’s easier to drop wholly into the journey and let go of all else,” says Anne Bull, of Veriditas, a Petaluma, California, nonprofit that supports new labyrinth designs to suit the spiritual needs of hospitals, schools and retreat centers. The group also sponsors a worldwide directory at LabyrinthLocator.com.

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A labyrinth walk typically involves

While many of us like to meditate, some can’t sit still. Walking a three stages. The first is for releasing extraneous thoughts on the way to the labyrinth provides an enticing alternative.

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n archetypal labyrinth gently leads us in a circular path inward toward a center and then back out again. Found in ancient cultures from African, Celtic and Greek to Native American, they became especially popular fixtures in Medieval European churches; one of the most renowned is in France’s Chartres Cathedral.

Depictions of labyrinths have been included in paintings, pottery,

tapestries and in Hopi baskets as a sacred symbol of Mother Earth. Several American tribes saw the pattern as a medicine wheel. Celts may have regarded it as a never-ending knot or circle. While some of the oldest known labyrinths decorate cave walls in Spain, today they grace diverse locations ranging from spas and wellness centers to parks, gardens, university campuses and even prisons.

“Labyrinths can be outdoors or

center. Upon arriving in the stillness of that point, the participant opens heart and mind to receive whatever message or wisdom is intended for them. The return path is the integration phase, to make a fresh insight our own.

Participants should approach their walk in different ways: One may have a specific question or intention in mind; another may be open to whatever occurs during their meditation; yet another may repeat a meditative mantra.

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path entirely in order to sit contemplatively at its center. Unlike a maze, it’s impossible to lose our way with the circular path serving as a simple and reliable guide.

Although scientific research on labyrinth meditation has been limited to participant questionnaires, future studies may incorporate the use of functional magnetic resonance imaging technology to measure brain activity and record what individuals experience. Labyrinths located in settings like hospitals and prisons lend themselves to such research, says Rudebock. As a Veriditas-certified labyrinth facilitator, she conducts workshops and observes, “Walks are unique to each individual and may not produce uniform or replicable results.”

At its core, the experience is about listening to our truest self, away from the cacophony of modern life.

“I believe that the world needs places where our souls can be quiet,” remarks Jean Richardson, director of the Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center, in Bangor, Pennsylvania, which includes a seven-circuit labyrinth. “Retreat centers and labyrinths are places where we can listen to our inner heart, feel our inner calling and tap into our own divine nature. I think deep listening is not always valued in a world where we are rewarded for being busy and keeping our schedules full.”

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Today, labyrinths—indoor, outdoor, natural, urban, secular and religious— are found in or near many communities. Following the lead of California’s Golden Door Spa, in Escondido, which pioneered the use of a labyrinth in a spa setting, many spas now incorporate them in their wellness or mindfulness programs.

Labyrinthine invitations to a mindfulness practice are open to everyone.

“A labyrinth can bridge all beliefs, faiths, religions and walks of life,” says Bull. “You can walk a labyrinth no matter what you believe. Benefits come in walking it with an open mind and open heart.”

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lmost 60 percent of America’s pet cats are overweight, according to a survey by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. Feline obesity can lead to joint pain, hinder self-grooming and make it harder to use the litter box, all resulting in fat cats being left at shelters by frustrated owners.

Chubby kitties also are more prone to osteoarthritis, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, respiratory problems and non-allergic skin conditions. “Potential health problems make overweight cats harder to adopt,” says Deanna Schmidt, with the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, in Pittsburgh.

“On Fat Cat Tuesdays, we waive the adoption fee for cats 14 pounds and over. We counsel adoptive families and follow up so that ongoing healthy eating and exercise continues to melt away the pounds.”

Experts advise that a house cat should maintain the sleek, fluid motion of a jungle cat. Viewed from above, healthy cats have a distinct waistline, an inward curve between the rib cage and hips. Pick it up and step on the scale. The pet’s weight should comprise between six to 10 pounds of the total.

“The first time I saw healthy cats, I thought they looked small because I’d become used to seeing fat cats,” recalls Traci Pichette, founder of Pumeli tea and gift boxes, in St. Petersburg, Florida.

She’s not alone in her assessment.

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While free-feeding dry food is easier for owners and allows a cat to snack at will, some take advantage and overeat, often from boredom. To help the transition from always-available dry food to mealtime wet food, use kibble as a special treat.

Food puzzles, widely available online or in pet supply stores, will keep Kitty busy during the day. Homemade feeding puzzles work, too; put a small amount of kibble in a cardboard tube or small box, tape the end shut and randomly cut small holes in the sides.

Kitty will have to roll the tube or fit a paw inside to retrieve a treat.

“Free-feeding dry food is comparable to a constant supply of Fritos on our desk,” says Jackson Galaxy, author of Cat Daddy. “As far as the myth that dry food cleans teeth, I ask, do you floss with Melba toast? Dry food leaves plaque. A grain-free, wet food adds needed mois-

ture and fat to their diet. A cat’s teeth are designed to rip and tear, not crunch.”

“Changing my cat’s food to an all-wet diet slimmed her down to a healthy weight. I hated the smell, but it made sense to me that dry food was just carbs,” says Pichette. “At first, she whined at not having food all the time, but got used to it, and now she can eat treats in moderation. The cool thing is we’re all enjoying her increased energy and playfulness.”

Cats are obligate carnivores, which means their natural diet comprises 90 percent meat and 10 percent vegetable matter. A roaming cat’s native routine is to search for food, hunt, catch and eat, groom and nap. Because each catch is small, they eat frequently.

“There’s still an ancestor cat inside domesticated felines, a ‘raw’ cat that wants to hunt for its food,” explains Galaxy. “We need to play into that thinking and feed at intervals; ideally, every five hours or so, or at least in the morning, after work and about an hourand-a-half before bedtime.”

While the family’s morning and evening schedules mean just a quick scoop of food in the bowl, the third meal should be an interactive one. “A battery-operated toy or waving a laser light around is not play,” says Galaxy.

“Interactive play is not texting with one hand and wiggling the fishing pole toy with the other. You have to get up and move to let the cat search for the toy, watch and wait, then pounce. It engages the animal mentally and physically and brings the raw cat to the surface. When you reach the point of diminishing returns, the pet is tired and it’s time for a meal.” His foundation improves lives of shelter animals, teaching staff to clicker train, entertain and exercise their cats to make them more adoptable.

After an active day, the cat will be ready for bed, syncing its rhythm with the rest of the household. “A full play session satisfies natural instincts and prevents the cat from hunting your ankles as you sleep,” advises Galaxy.

“It’s not a luxury to have a variety of toys; it’s a necessity for having a quality relationship with a healthy cat.”

Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

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dward Humes investigates the origins and impacts of the expensive and complex process that brings us everyday products and items in his new book Door to Door: The Magnificent, Maddening, Mysterious World of Transportation. His latest work, which also covers our love affair with cars, is popularizing the eco-conscious term, “transportation footprint”.

Aligned with this, he recommends a move to driverless cars to save lives and fuel.

In an earlier book, Garbology: Our Dirty Love Affair with Trash, the Pulitzer Prize-winning, Southern California journalist examined the causes and effects of waste. Solutions are showcased by how institutions and families are consciously reducing their wasteful ways.

What are some everyday impacts of the “door-to-door machine” you write about?

Transportation is embedded in our lives, both in our personal things and our travel. It can take 30,000 miles to get our morning coffee to the kitchen, with another 165,000 miles attached to all the components of the coffee pot, water, energy and packaging—a worldwide mix involving trains, planes, boats and trucks. Unprecedented amounts of transportation are embedded in everything we do and touch, with many hidden costs to our environment, economy and traffic.

Take the world of online retailing. That “buy it now” button seems so

convenient, but it’s also a traffic jam generator. Each click births a new truck trip. What used to be a single truckload of goods delivered efficiently to a store or mall now demands hundreds of single-item deliveries to far-flung homes.

Which transportation footprint surprised you the most in researching Door to Door?

The smartphone is a paradox, in that it has reduced our transportation footprint in some ways because of all the separate devices it has replaced, from navigation in cars to calculators to cameras.

Phones also empower a transportationfree option for online banking and bill paying, eliminating all sorts of trips in the physical world.

On the flip side, making and assembling smartphone components requires a lot of back-and-forth transport between many countries because no one can make the whole “widget”.

With its many raw materials, rare earth minerals and manufactured components, we’re talking about an overall transportation footprint for one phone that’s equivalent to a round trip to the moon; a phone that users will trade in for a newer model in just a few years.

What’s a particularly negative impact of the huge distances involved in today’s movement of goods?

Cargo container ships create immense amounts of pollution. About 6,000 container ships worldwide ship 90 percent

of consumer goods. Natural Resources Defense Council data show that the smog and particulate emissions from just 160 of these vessels equal that of all of the cars in the world. If the cargo fleet were a country, its carbon emissions would exceed Germany’s, the world’s fourth-largest economy, according to the European Commission. Cargo ship carbon emissions are projected to rise to about 18 percent of the global total in the next 25 years if our appetite for goods continues to grow at current rates.

What are the consequences of the U.S. ranking 16th worldwide in infrastructure quality?

Americans are under the illusion that we pay high taxes to build and maintain roads, bridges and rails. However, as a portion of our gross domestic product, we invest about one-fifth of what China does and the poor results are apparent. We have a $3.6 trillion backlog in needed modernization. This drags down the economy and increases harmful emissions through shipping delays and rush-hour jams, as well as raising road safety concerns.

How can we each lessen our “transportation footprint”?

We have power as individuals, families and communities to make a difference.

Americans walk less than almost any other people on Earth. A Los Angeles study showed that half of its residents’ daily trips are less than three miles, with many under one mile, which is crazy. Using alternative transportation for just 10 percent of those trips would have major positive impacts. Far fewer children walk or bike to school than in the recent past, even as we face a youth obesity crisis. We can also adjust when and how we drive; half the cars on the road during rush hour are not job-related. Driving at other times would ease traffic for everyone and reduce traffic jams, emissions and crashes.

All of this is something we could easily change—and that many other countries have changed—with substantial health, economic and traffic benefits.

Randy Kambic is a freelance editor and writer in Estero, FL, and a regular contributor to Natural Awakenings.

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he household is settling for the night when the 5-yearold cries out, “My throat hurts!”

“There’s no need to panic,” says Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, in Pecos, New Mexico, an integrative physician and chief medical officer of Weil Lifestyle. “It’s pretty easy to figure out if it’s strep throat, which requires antibiotics, or something you can treat at home.”

Only 10 to 20 percent of sore throats in children are caused by Streptococcus bacteria which, if not properly treated, can lead to heart damage. The first question to ask is, “What are the symptoms?” If these include sudden onset of a severe and worsening sore throat without any complaints of scratchiness; a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit or more; headache or stomach pain; and the lack of a stuffy nose, cough or sign of a cold—a trip to the pediatrician is essential and a course of antibiotics is necessary, says Low Dog.

The vast majority of youngsters’ sore throats, which may accompany a common cold, are caused by viruses and will heal on their own in about a week. Many natural remedies will help children feel better and relieve the pain; some cost so little they are nearly free.

Salt water gargle: “A glass of warm water with half a teaspoon of sea salt swirled into it is an old-school remedy that works well for kids at least 5 years old,” says Erika Krumbeck, a naturopathic doctor and licensed primary care physician practicing pediatrics in Missoula, Montana. She notes that a salt water gargle can also moderate the symptoms of strep until the child can see a doctor.

The Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies confirms that the salt water draws excess fluid from inflamed throat tissues.

It also loosens mucus and removes other irritants, including bacteria, allergens and fungi. Just make sure children don’t swallow the salt water, counsels Krumbeck.

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Warm compresses: A warm water compress using a wet hand towel applied for 10 or 15 minutes every hour loosens mucus and is soothing. “It’s amazing how effective these familiar practices are,” says Krumbeck. “Grandma knew what she was doing.”

Lemon juice and honey: “Honey is sweet, so kids love it,” says certified nutritionist Kimberly Snyder, of New York and Los Angeles. This traditional recipe works because the honey has antibacterial properties and the lemon juice is packed with immune-boosting antioxidants.

Snyder cautions that babies younger than 12 months old should never be given honey because their immune systems cannot handle the bacterial spores sometimes present in the sweet treat.

Elderberry: The tiny purple berries of the Sambucus nigra L. plant shortens the duration of colds and flu often suffered by air travelers, according to research that includes a large Australian study. Elderberry syrup appeals to kids because it tastes delicious. Low Dog recommends keeping a bottle on hand at all times because it’s hard to know when a child will complain of a scratchy throat. “This yummy syrup is good for all ages. It’s so safe. I love it,” says Low Dog, adding, “Plus, you can always use it on whole-grain pancakes.”

Sage and Echinacea: Drinking sage tea and gargling with echinacea are old-time remedies for sore throats that now have scientific backing, says Snyder. Go for a twofer and add a little echinacea to the tea, she suggests.

A Swiss study showed that an echinacea/sage spray soothed sore throat symptoms just as well as a chlorhexidine/lidocaine spray, which can have side effects that include more swelling and even allergic reactions; the suggested spray should not be used with children under 12.

Pairing up a dose of safe and gentle, time-tested sore throat recipes with a big hug will go far toward relieving most little ones’ suffering.

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hether it’s a sideline or full time, flourishing small businesses stimulate the economy. The U.S. Small Business Association found that between 2009 and 2013, companies with fewer than 500 employees accounted for 60 percent of net new jobs. Technology allows new commercial ventures to be launched from home, yielding huge savings in startup costs. Owners have found ways to fulfill needs by leveraging their past job experiences and personal interests.

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When the economy faltered in 2008, Dave Marciniak, owner and lead designer at Revolutionary Gardens, in Culpeper, Virginia, offered eco-friendly services. “I focus on a few key points and design to make the outdoors a place where people want to be,” he says.

Even for urbanites, fresh garden herbs are available thanks to ecopreneurs like Andy Avramenko, who created TrendyThing, in New York City. “The edible plants our bike messengers distribute come from

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local farmers,” he explains. Basil, parsley, dill, lettuce and other herbs and greens are available for all five boroughs; potted plants arrive fresh weekly via subscription.

In addition to cleaning homes, Debbie Sardone, owner of Speed Cleaning, in Lewisville, Texas, saw an opportunity to manufacture her own green cleaning products. They’re part of a full-line online catalog.

Ryan Riley and his wife, Ashley Spitz, of Los Angeles, own and operate Biz Bagz, dog waste bags made in America from bio-based resins and recycled plastics. He notes the genesis of their idea: “Landfills are anaerobic, so biodegradable bags don’t get the oxygen required to break down.

Compostable bags are available, but few places provide composting services. We offer a cleaner alternative.”

Another pet-inspired idea was spawned when Kevin Li, of Manhattan, New York, left his puppy home alone for the first time. He invented an app-operated remote control ball with a camera called PlayDate (Tinyurl.com/ RemoteBallApp).

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People- and planet-friendly personal care products address other ongoing customer needs. Nitya Gulati, founder of Sugarloom Cosmetics, in Ashburn, Virginia, specializes in Americanmade, vegan, cruelty- and toxin-free nail polish. She advises, “Look for ‘five-free’ on the label, which means no formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate, toluene and allergens camphor and formaldehyde resin. Watch out for guanine, made from fish scales, found in glittery polishes. Oleic acid, a thickener, is animal fat. Vibrant reds may contain carmine, made from boiled, crushed beetles.” She warns that products tested by a third party can obscure animal testing during product development.

Amelia Swaggert and Elizabeth Ripps, co-founders of California Scrub Company, in Los Angeles, upcycle coffee grounds into a natural facial scrub.

They’ve eliminated plastic at every step of production from sourcing to packaging.

They’re also helping to keep the world’s oceans from becoming plastic soup by supporting the Beat the Microbead campaign. (BeatTheMicrobead.org/en).

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Out and About Mya Zeronis saw a need for healthy food and stepped out of her comfort zone to fulfill it through her extra VEGANza Pgh restaurant and its catering arm, Lean Chef en Route, recognized by Sustainable Pittsburgh.

“We source locally, compost produce scraps, serve meat- and dairy-free menu options, practice food waste management with root-to-stem preparation and maintain energy conservation,” she says. Customers are encouraged to bike to the restaurant; there’s even a bicycle air pump and flat tire repair kit on the premises if emergencies arise.

Shared bikes are a welcome addition at colleges for budget-minded and time-strapped students. Rented by the hour or day, they’re a convenient, healthy and non-polluting way to get around campus. New York University at Buffalo students can remotely locate, rent and unlock GPS-enabled bikes.

At Williams College, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, the Purple Bike Coalition provides free use of bikes and a staffed repair station; a cargo bike helps transport larger objects.

Entrepreneurs are creative by nature; seeing a need and asking, “What if?” Eco-friendly, green-minded entrepreneurs take ideas a step farther, working to ensure the health of consumers and the planet. They succeed as they serve and inspire us all.

Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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Aromatherapy Basics II – 6:30-8pm. Already taken introduction to essential oils class? Learn which carrier oil works best in what situations, how essential oils are distilled, the different types of aromatherapy. Take your essential oil use past everyday situations. $15. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-499-3670. Pereira ProduceAndHealth.weebly.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 Introduction to Essential Oils - Massage Therapy Style – 6:30-8pm. This special class will go through the information of a basic class with additional information geared directly towards utilizing essential oils and massage therapy to provide greater benefits than either alone. 8th Element Wellness, 90 NW Beal Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach. 850-499-3670.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15 Reflexology Workshop – 8am-5pm. Learn therapeutic Ingham foot reflexology taught by Laurie Azzarella, International Institute of Reflexology instructor. Use on family, friends or professional clients. 16 CEUs for therapists. $375 for new IIR Students. Bay Branch Estates, 28347 Turkey Branch Dr, Daphne.

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Kirtan Mela is a three-night, two-day music festival at New Talavan organic farm community to bring awareness to cow slaughter.

Enjoy yoga and vegetarian and vegan breakfast and dinner. Dance all night with DJs spinning mantra base electronica and hop hip. See website for more information. New Talavan Farm, 31492 Anner Rd, Carriere, Mississippi.

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CCFA Support Group: Pensacola – 6:30-7:30pm.

The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) support group where patients, family members and caregivers can connect to others living with these diseases in order to discuss the latest in research and enjoy a sense of solidarity with others who suffer from inflammatory bowel disease. Free. Ever’man’s Co-Op, 315 W Garden St, Pensacola. 850-433-5309 x 10. PensacolaCCFASG@gmail.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6 Kombucha 101 – 6:30-8pm. Learn how easy and inexpensive it can be to make your own Kombucha (fermented sweet tea with no sugar left) and apple cider vinegar. Participants leave class with a recipe to make their own pro-biotic root beer flavor for Kombucha. $15, includes Scoby. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-499-3670.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8 MONDAY, OCTOBER 3 CCFA Restorative Pilates Class – 5:30pm. Class is tailored to those battling digestive disorders. Physical sequences will be gentle to the body, in particular to the abdomen, while creating strength, balance, and flexibility. Modifications will be attempted for participants unable to lay on floor, but able to sit in a chair. Free. Ever’man’s Co-Op, 315 W Garden St, Pensacola. 850-433-5309 x 10. PensacolaCCFASG@gmail.com.

Crystal Bowl Meditation – 6-7:30pm. Crystal bowl meditation with sound healing for the heart, throat, third eye and solar plexus chakras. Relax on a yoga mat, bring pillow and/or blanket and enjoy the healing and relaxing session. $15. The Metamorphosis Clinic, 4012 Commons Dr W, Ste 120, Destin. RSVP: 850269-1414. TheMetamorphosisClinic.com.

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Advanced Ascension Work with Alice McCall – 9:30am-12:30pm. Ongoing bi-monthly spiritual expansion work to transform and create your evolutionary vision for self, humanity and the earth. Teleconference with Alice McCall. $55. Reservations: 850-585-5496.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13 Ayurvedic Self Care Tips for Vibrant Living – Oct 13, 27, Nov 3, 10. 10:30-11:30am. Learn about Ayurveda and simple things you can do daily to increase your health and wellness: staying in balance, taking time for self-care, and cultivating daily health routines can help us prevent burnout, sickness and illnesses born from stress or a fast paced lifestyle. $12/per class, $40/series. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Parkway, Navarre. RSVP: 850-684-1065.

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Level One Reiki Training – 9:30am-3:30pm. The focus of level one reiki training is the importance of self-healing in the relief of health conditions, anxiety, emotional stress or just looking to add a new tool for spiritual growth and development. The attunement and reiki healing techniques are invaluable. 6 CEU’s for massage therapists. $170. The Healing Clinic, 184 Brooks St, Ste 1, Fort Walton Beach. 850-2172771. TheHealingClinicFWB.com.

Deepen Your Practice of Self-Love – 12-3pm. Receive tools and techniques to assist with deepening your self-love practice on a daily basis, including intentional action steps to help take greater care of your physical, mental and emotional health, and practical ideas to challenge and stretch yourself in the self-love department. $35. URU Yoga Gulf Breeze, 913 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Ste 26, Gulf Breeze. 850377-5334. URUYoga.com.

Live Your Passion Rally – 7-9pm. Hear about the new products and tools to make your life passionate. Hear a message from Mary and Gary Young and share your story with other life loving people.

Email YL Member # before October 1 to be eligible for exclusive offers. Free. Bay Branch Estates, 28347 Turkey Branch Dr, Daphne. 850-380-4943.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16 Introduction to Essential Oils – 5-6:30pm. Learn a little and experience essential oils for yourself.

Leave armed with knowledge to guide you to better health. Anyone new to essential oils who reserves their space will receive a complimentary bottle of Wild Orange. Location TBD. Info: 850-499-3670.

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18 Brain Health with Alice McCall – 3-4pm. Intricate healing and prevention work. Transform unwanted beliefs hard-wired into the brain so they don’t operate as automatic physical reactions, and heal brain-related health concerns. Teleconference with Alice McCall. $15. Reservations: 850-585-5496.

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Retreat to Renew – Oct 20, 21, 22, 23. Weekend retreat in Watercolor, FL offers the opportunity to unplug from your daily routine and reawaken your body, mind and spirit. $515/shared room – lodging, daily yoga classes, meditation, vegetarian meals and all activities included; space limited. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Pkwy. RSVP Kathy: 850-346-3577.

Yuen Method of Chinese Energetics – 9am-5pm.

Learn how to delete negative programing and energy from the midline of the body. $275 with advance registration by 10/31. Light Energy Dancing, 348 Miracle Strip Parkway, Ste 27, Fort Walton Beach. 850-5431970. LightenEnergyDancing.wix.com/SpecialEvents.

Introduction to Angels – 5:30-7:30pm. We all have angels among us. Join Lyla for an evening of learning how to connect with your very own angel guardians. $10. 8th Element Wellness, 90 NW Beal Pkwy, Fort Walton Bch. RSVP Christie: 850-5987515. 8th02.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22 Yoga & Chiropractic Wellness – 2-4pm. Workshop introduces chiropractic wellness and its relationship to the practice of yoga. Dr Neff’s experience with patients has shown yoga to be extremely beneficial to spinal and overall health. $20. URU Yoga Gulf Breeze, 913 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Ste 26, Gulf Breeze. 850-377-5334. URUYoga.com.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25 Biblical Oils – 7-9pm. Laurie Azzarella shares the scents of ancient scriptural essential oils and explains how to use these ancient gifts in our everyday life.

View some of the 1,000+ references to oils in the Bible. $5 at the door. Unity of Pensacola Fellowship Hall, 716 North 9th Ave, Pensacola. 850-380-4943.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29 Reiki Level 1: Initiate Training – 11:30am5:30pm. Includes a history of reiki, an overview of reiki energy, principles of reiki healing, basic chakra information, self-healing techniques, level one reiki attunement, practice using reiki and certification as a level one reiki. $150. URU1 by the Airport . $150.

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Sanders Beach Pensacola Showcases talents of yoga teachers, artists, healers and musicians from throughout the Southeast, and features organic food and artisan vendors, a healing spa and special children’s activities. Kids 13 and younger are free.Workshops include 10 traditional styles of yoga, AcroYoga, Aerial Swing Classes, Hoop Dance, Slackline Yoga, Mantra Music, Kirtan and Sound Healing. $270 for a three-day pass, $108 for a one-day pass and $30 for a single event.

The retreat features the dynamic duo of Stowe Good – Grammy nominated Karen TaylorGood and best-selling author and singer/songwriter Stowe Daily – as keynote presenters.

Meditation, workshops, bonfires, outstanding food, fellowship and relaxation are some rewards of this retreat in the serene seaside woods of Camp Beckwith.

$200 3-day pass

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Registration ends Oct 16. $140/retreat fee and lodging.

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Unity of Pensacola, 716 N 9th Ave, Pensacola. 850-438-2277. UnityPns.org.

Support the live album to be produced at this year’s festival, visit GoFundMe.com/mahabhuta2016

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Essential Oils for the Brain – 6:30-7:30pm. Mood swings, brain fog, and so many more daily struggles can be supported through the use of essential oils in our daily lives. We will be touching on protocols to help support those that are suffering a needless battle within this realm, including children and the elderly specifically. 8th Element Wellness, 90 NW Beal Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach. Info: 850-499-3670.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Special Guest, Stephen Quong – ­Medicine Buddha Dharma and Blessing – 9am-5pm. Experience the blessing and healing of Medicine Buddha’s energy. $325 with advance registration by 10/31.

Center for Pranic Healing and Wellsness. 206B Center Rd., Gulf Breeze. LightenEnergyDancing. wix.com/SpecialEvents.

Naturally Simple Community Baby Shower – 5:30-7:30pm. Class details use of essential oils in dealing with discomforts of pregnancy, the birthing process and new baby care. Participants will create two roller balls with essential oils for baby or for mama. Demo of how to make a natural baby care necessities and baby food. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre. 850-499-3670.

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Manna. Free. Everman’s Natural Foods community Room, 315 W Garden St, Pensacola. 850-433-2040.

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wednesday Aerial Yoga – 6-7:15pm. The yoga swing is used to deepen and enhance traditional yoga postures.

Build strength and discover new depths with balance, stability and mobility. No experience is necessary. $16. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Pkwy.

850-684-1065. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

Unity of Pensacola Metaphysical Bookstore Book Club – 7pm. 1st & 3rd Wed. Currently discussing the book Many Faces of Prayer by Thomas Shepard.

The next book that we will be reading and discussing is The Alchemist by Paulo Coehlo, available for purchase in the Bookstore. Love offering. Unity of Pensacola Metaphysical Book Store, 716 N 9th Ave, Fellowship Hall, Pensacola. 850-438-2277.

UnityPNS.org Transmission: Group Meditation for the New Age – 7:15-8:30pm. Transmission Meditation is a world service (karma yoga) and one of the most potent personal development techniques (laya yoga) available today. Simple, non-denominational. Free.

Ever’man’s Educational Center, 315 West Garden St, Pensacola. 850-417-7294.

thursday sunday Full Moon Group Meditation Workshop – 10:45am. 3rd Sun. A dynamic, scientific service to the world in cooperation with the masters of wisdom.

Very simple method of strengthening your spiritual connection. Followed by group meditation. Free.

Everman’s Co-op Educational Center, 327 West Garden St, Pensacola. TransmissionMeditation.org.

monday Young at Heart Yoga – 10:30-11:30am. Open to all ages and levels, this class includes standing and seated postures using blocks, blankets and other props to stretch and strengthen your body and relax your mind. $6. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Pkwy, 850-684-1065. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

Pilates with Emily – 1:30-2:30pm. Adults of all ages and levels welcome. Bring your mat and any props you’d like, or use Ever’man’s mats, blocks, blankets or bolsters that are on site and complimentary to use. Free. Ever’man’s Co-Op, 315 W Garden St, Community Education Room, Pensacola. 850433-5309 x 10. Everman.org.

Prenatal Yoga – 4:30-5:30pm. Prepare for the birth of your baby and work to alleviate pregnancy-related discomforts by practicing gentle, modified yoga poses and breathing exercises. Appropriate at all stages of pregnancy. $12. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Parkway, Navarre. 850-684-1065.

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Open Mic with Mike – 7pm. 2nd and 4th Mon. Musician and sound guru Michael Domulot, of the local band Three Bean Soup, invites you to share your talents at an open mic. Join in the jam, play a song or recite some poetry. Love offering. Unity of Pensacola, 716 N 9th Ave, Pensacola. 850-438-2277.

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tuesday Mat Day – 8:30-10:45am. Tues and Thur. Advanced 8:30-9:30am; beginning 9:45-10:45am. Increase strength and flexibility and see how you feel after just one hour of corrective movement exercises $15/ drop-in rate. $10/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1310 B Dunmire St, Dunmire Village, Pensacola.

850-287-5836. PilatesCoreTraining.com.

Guided Meditation – 6pm. Meditation offers innumerable benefits for your body, mind and spirit. The rest you gain in meditation is deeper than the deepest sleep. The deeper your rest, the more dynamic your activity. Reverend Jamie Sanders leads meditation.

Love Offering. Unity of Pensacola, 716 North 9th Ave, Pensacola. 850-438-2277. UnityPNS.org.

Truth on Tap – 6pm. Last Tue. Rev Jamie Sanders puts interesting spiritual topics to guests for discussion over food and drink. Arrive early so the discussion can start promptly at 6pm. All are welcome. Individuals purchase their own food and drink. Ozone Pizza Pub, 1010 North 12th Avenue, Ste 111, Pensacola. 850-438-2277.

Twin Hearts Meditation and Healing Clinic – 7:15-8:15pm. Promoting stress reduction and general wellness. Protocols for most physical and emotional ailments. Thanks for bringing canned food for

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Mat Day – 8:30-10:45am. Tues and Thur. Advanced 8:30-9:30am; beginning 9:45-10:45am. Increase strength and flexibility and see how you feel after just one hour of corrective movement exercises $15/ drop-in rate. $10/account rate. Pilates Core Training, 1310 B Dunmire St, Dunmire Village, Pensacola.

850-287-5836. PilatesCoreTraining.com.

Yoga-natomy – 4:30-5:45pm. Flow though yoga postures with emphasis on specific muscle groups and discuss anatomical function and alignment tailored to your body. The end of class is a restorative posture along with savasana. $13. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Pkwy, 850-684-1065. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

friday Yoga for Meditation – 9-10:15am. This class begins with a gentle yoga practice to prepare for meditation; designed for 45 minutes of movement and breathing with a 10-20 minute meditation at the end. Students are invited to sit in meditation to their capacity. No yoga experience necessary. $13. Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Parkway, Navarre. 850-6841065. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast - Gulf Breeze Networking Meeting – 11:30am-1pm. 1st Fri. Women’s networking group in the Gulf Coast area.

Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast has been meeting for over 10 years connecting women together to utilize resources and connections to help them grow personally and professionally. Donation. Hampton Inn & Suites, 311 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze.

Info: 850-529-0908. PowerfulWomenGulfCoast.com.

Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast - Pensacola Networking Meeting – 11:30am-1pm. 1st Fri. Women’s networking group in the Gulf Coast area.

Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast has been meeting for over 10 years connecting women together to utilize resources and connections to help them grow personally and professionally. Donation. Gulf Coast Kid’s House, 3401 N 12th Ave, (enter via the side entrance), Pensacola. Info: 850-529-0908.

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Pilates with Emily – 1:30-2:30pm. Adults of all ages and levels welcome. Bring your mat and any props you’d like, or use Ever’man’s mats, blocks, blankets or bolsters that are on site and complimentary to use. Free. Ever’man’s Co-Op, 315 W Garden St, Community Education Room, Pensacola. 850433-5309 x 10. Everman.org.

Community Yoga Class – 6-7:15pm. This is a mindful vinyasa practice that will lead into a yin class in which you will hold poses. This is a community class. $5. URU Yoga Gulf Breeze, 913 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Suite 26, Gulf Breeze. 850-3775334. URUYoga.com.

Restorative Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Connect to breath and find rest and relaxation in a series of passive, supported yoga postures designed to restore and rejuvenate body and mind. Appropriate for all students, no prior yoga experience required. $13.

Navarre Living Yoga, 8162 Navarre Parkway, Navarre. 850-684-1065. NavarreLivingYoga.com.

saturday Meditative Coloring – 10-11am. Coloring is a form of active meditation. Bring your own supplies and join other adults for an hour of quiet, meditative coloring. There are free printable mandalas online.

Love offering. Fellowship Hall, Unity of Pensacola Metaphysical Bookstore, 716 N 9th Avenue, Pensacola. 850-438-2277. UnityPNS.org.

Metaphysical Book Club – 10-11am. 1st & 3rd Sat. Weekly Book Club led by Tullio Lowd. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea in a tranquil setting while discussing various books consistent with Unity principles. The current book is The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer. Love offering. Unity of Pensacola Metaphysical Book Store, 716 N 9th Ave, Fellowship Hall, Pensacola. 850-438-2277. UnityPNS.org.

classifieds Submit classified entries online only at NWFNaturally.com. The submission form is located on the Advertising web page. $20 for 20 words, $1 per extra word.

EsthersGardenOfHealing@live.com. Esther’s Garden of Healing. 850-684-3230.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY ART GALLERY, PICTURE FRAME SHOP AND PHOTO STUDIO – for Sale in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Turn Key operation, fully equipped and ready to go. Huge inventory of art, supplies and equipment valued at over $200,000 (building not included).

Lease available for qualified buyer. Priced for a quick sale at $30,000! This is the perfect time to buy into this and reap the benefits of the summer season!

Owner retiring. Call 850-376-8324.

HOSTEL BUSINESS FOR SALE – Successful hostel for sale in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Centrally located to nearby restaurants, stores, shopping, etc.

Only 3 miles from the beach! Great for a couple or individual who wants to live on the premises and enjoys meeting people from all over the world! Owner leaving the country. Asking $30,000 (does not include real estate). Long term property lease available (must qualify). Call 850-376-8324.

COOKWARE FOR SALE WORLD’S FINEST HEALTHY COOKING SYSTEM BY SALADMASTER – Service and information for healthy cooking in W.FL, & AL Coast. Saladmaster by Healthsource. C. Maples: 256-412-4896.

FOR SALE NATURAL AWAKENINGS MAGAZINE PANAMA CITY DISTRIBUTION– Earn $300+ working 2-3 days per month delivering to businesses in the Panama City and Panama City Beach area, as an independant contractor. Car, insurance and valid Drivers License required.Call Scott 850-687-0825 or email Scott@NWFNaturally.com.

HELP WANTED RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE – part time possible full time in Navarre. Devoted to Health and Healing with a background in this field. Contact Esther Turn,

MUSICIANS WANTED KIRTAN BAND FORMING­–Yoga Garden is forming a kirtan band. Looking for musicians and singers.

Contact 850-685-4428.

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

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

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

Provided by wellness advocates certified in the ArōmaTouch Techniques. 8th Element Wellness, FWB. 850-460-3328 MYOFASCIAL RELEASE FOR HEALTH MAINTENANCE – Janet Hardy, LMT, BCTMB, John F. Barnes’ expert Myofascial Release therapist is now offering treatment for many womens’ health issues. For more information, please call 850-2319131or email CaringTouch 4Therapy@gmail.com.

THE SPIRITUAL DIMENSION HOSTEL FWB – Walking distance to many amenities, Bike rentals, Beds as low as $25 per night. Couples - $35; Private room $50. TSDHostel.com. 850-376-8324.

Good, better, best. Never let it rest.

‘Til your good is better and your better is best. ~St. Jerome

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AUTHOR/SPEAKER DR. MICHAEL BRANT DEMARIA Peace Within MichaelDeMaria.com

Michael@MichaelDeMaria. comAuthor of “Peace Within” Michael DeMaria is an Integrative psychologist, poet, author, speaker and 4-time Grammy® nominee with over 33 years of guiding others on their life journeys. He is also a meditation/mindfulness/yoga teacher who integrates creativity (music, poetry, art, movement, etc.) in the healing process. See ad, page 13.

ARLENE KARIAN, AUTHOR “Mentoring Your Child to Win” Lifepath@cox.net Amazon.com/dp/B00GWNTBFE

Author and successful entrepreneur, Arlene Karian shares tips on raising productive and winning children. A single, former welfare Mom, raised a Multi-Millionaire Kid utilizing 7 Breakthrough Keys and shares them with you in this enlightening book. See ad, page 35.

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Teresa Brown-Konell 850 776-1076 1211 East Strong St MySerenityStressRelief.com Can benefit those with anxiety or depression, increase well being, mental focus and concentration.

L.I.F.E. System biofeedback a quantum device is designed to reduce stress, restore balance and allow the mind, body and spirit to heal naturally. Teresa is a biofeedback practitioner and wellness coach. See ad, page 21.

BODY SCULPTING REJUVATRIM

Rika Edge, Venus Legacy Master Technician and Wellness Coach 210 E Intendencia St, Pensacola 850-725-8746 • RejuvaTrim.com We offer non-invasive solutions for face lift, tummy tuck, liposuction and cellulite. Other services include M’lis Body Contour Detox Wraps and Infrared Jade Sauna Therapy.

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ORGANIC CONCEPTS

BY CAMI KILKER

609 West Chase St, Pensacola 850-582-0177 • CamyKilker@gmail.com Providing an organic solution to beauty in a world full of chemicals.

Organic Salon Systems gives you clean and healthy hair with ammonia free hair color and chemical free styling products.

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BREAST SCREENING INTEGRATIVE GENERAL PRACTICE Benjamin L. Konell, DO Teresa Brown-Konell 1211 E Strong St, Pensacola 850-776-1076

Screening with thermography can detect abnormalities in the very earliest stages of diabetes cardiovascular, breast thyroid, hormonal digestive, and TMJ. Also offering personalized healthcare assessments and organic botanical supplements. See ad, page 21.

COLONIC THERAPY THE METAMORPHOSIS CLINIC

(Formerly Skindeep) Cindy Butler, Owner/Therapist SkindeepDestin.com • 850-269-1414 TheMetamorphosisClinic@gmail.com Body & Mind Wellness Services including, Colonics, Total Body Detox Footbath, Skin Rejuvenation Treatments, Infrared Sauna, Transcendental Meditation training, Lifestyle Transition Coaching, Proven Weight-Loss Program. MA49032/MM27113.

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

Get out of pain once and for all.

Treat the source, not the symptom.

Enjoy moving freely in a more organized, comfortable and balanced body. See ad, page 16.

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DENTISTRY DR DAYTON HART, DMD

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

4463 Commons Dr W, Destin 850-460-8720 FloatBrothers.com

Free book: Mercury Free Dentistry.

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

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DR SUSAN WELCH, FAGD

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

Plus Crowns, teeth whitening, bridges,veneers, implant restorations, aligner orthodontics, cleanings, digital X-ray imaging, CO 2 Laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings. See ads, pages 17 and 39.

Experience the benefits of C r y o t h e r a p y, a whole-body exposure to subzero temperatures used to promote the body’s natural anti-inflammatory response, release endorphin, reduce pain and promote overall health. See ad, page 11.

Juice Bar and Café offers farm-to-table meals prepared with regionally sourced organic produce and pantry items; glutenfree, dairy-free. Whole food cooking, juicing, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and raw food classes are available. See ad, page 8.

CRYSTALS/GEMSTONES

ESSENTIAL OILS

Moving from Foley Tanger Outlet To Cordova Mall in Pensacola 850-332-6959 BodhiTree.Rocks The Bodhi Tree (pronounced /BŌ DĒ/) is a cultural crystal shop fit for both enlightened masters and those who aren’t sure what “metaphysical” means. We carry the largest selection of crystals in Alabama. You are loved! See ad, page 3.

5533 Highway 90 850-994-3606 AlternativeHealthFoodStore.com Alternative Health Food Store Since 1998.

Educated and friendly Staff, Quality Vitamins & Supplements.Essential Oils for a healthy lifestyle. Natural Health Assessments: Iridology Tongue and Fingernail Assessment, Reflex Nutrition Assessment. By appointment, $50. See ad, page 22.

ESTHER’S GARDEN OF HEALING, LLC 8184 Navarre Pkwy • Navarre 850-684-3230 EsthersGardenOfHealing@gmail.com

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CHILL PENSACOLA CRYOTHERAPY 401 North Davis Hwy 850-972-8488 ChillPensacola.com

Experience the ultimate state of relaxation through flotation in a epsom salt water tank. Relive stress, enhance healing, deepen meditation along with many other healthy benefits. Call to book your session.

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120 Miraclestrip Pkwy SE 850-865-4919 SynergyOrganicCafeFWB.com

LAURIE AZZARELLA, LMT, CRR

Young Living Educator, Sponsor #327923 850-380-4943 LaurieAzzarella@gmail.com WellnessPurposeAbundance.com/YL/123 Experience the healing, uplifting and detoxifying benefits of therapeuticgrade essential oils and supplements. Contact us for personal consultations, inhome classes, household products, health supplements, diffusers, group presentations and business training.

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A unique establishment specializing in 150+ bulk herbs, 40+ loose teas, homeopathic remedies and our herbal skincare line. Find us on Facebook for an updated schedule of our weekly workshops. See ad, page 31.

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

Natural and certified organic products, vitamin supplements, local and organic produce, whole-some baked goods, hot deli lunches, environmentally friendly products, and educational classes and events.

Mon-Sat, 7am-9pm; Sun, 10am-7pm. See ad, page 8.

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OLD THYME REMEDIES

Theresa Ellis and Beth Workman 2475 E 9 Mile Rd, Ste E, Pensacola 850-912-6996 • OldThymeRemedies.com Offers more than 200 varieties of loose herbs, top brands of essential oils, tools and accessories, herbal formulas and homeopathics, ionic foot detox and infrared sauna. Kangen water is also available. See ad, page 14.

HEALING ART TERESA BROWN

1211 E Strong St, Pensacola 850-206-1853 TeresaBrown.net Experienced intuitive medium, public speaker and author. Find peace, healing and renewal of energy through energetic clearing, past life regression and spiritual counseling. Consultations in person or by phone. See ad, page 21.

PENSACOLA NATURAL FOODS, INC 916 W Michigan Ave, Unit C, Pensacola 850-433-8583 PensacolaNaturalFoods.com

1 0 % o ff v i t a m i n s , h e r b s , homeopathics. 10% off groceries for military. 15% off bulk special orders. Natural, organic groceries.

Dairy, gluten & nitrate free foods.

Organic wine, beer, jewelry, gift items. See ad, page 36.

HEALING PATH, ALICE MCCALL

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

PEREIRA PRODUCE & HEALTH

Mundy and Diana Pereira PereiraProduceAndHealth.weebly.com 850-499-3670 DianaPereira@live.com or via Facebook A holistic approach incorporating nutrition, herbalism, and essential oils to find renewed vitality and energy. Offering, complimentary health consultations with personalized recommendations. certified Aromatouch sessions, wellness educational classes throughout NW Florida. Organic produce share program with a flexibity, non-committal service available weekly via Facebook or our website. See ad, page 53.

FOOT CARE EMERALD COAST PODIATRY

341 Racetrack Rd NW, FWB 850-862-4119 120 E Redstone Ave, Ste A, Crestview 850-682-6522 EmeraldCoastPodiatry.com Since 1983 committed to providing the most up-to-date foot and ankle care for your family, we have natural and traditional methods for treating foot and ankle pain such as laser treatment, stem cell treatments, custom orthotics and orthotic sandals and provide naturopathic relief for peripheral neuropathy. See ad, page 13.

HERBAL MEDICINE OLD THYME REMEDIES

Theresa Ellis and Beth Workman 2475 E 9 Mile Rd, Ste E, Pensacola 850-912-6996 • OldThymeRemedies.com Offers more than 200 varieties of loose herbs, top brands of essential oils, tools and accessories, herbal formulas and homeopathics, ionic foot detox and infrared sauna.

Kangen water is also available. See ad, page 14.

HOLISTIC MEDICINE GENESTYLE MEDICINE

Rodney Soto, MD Info@GenestyleMedical.com GenestyleMedical.com We are a virtual wellness clinic dedicated to providing services via a HIPAA compliant telemedicine software that empower people to better track, manage and improve their own health. With the help of genomics, lifestyle metrics and nutritional science, Genestyle Medical will help you customize your individualized roadmap to reach your goals and enhance your wellness and longevity. See ad, page 6.

INTEGRATIVE GENERAL PRACTICE Benjamin L. Konell, DO Teresa Brown-Konell 1211 E Strong St, Pensacola 850-776-1076

Dr. Konell’s focus is treating the whole person, rather than illness alone. In his practice, which he calls an art, he utilizes osteopathic manipulation to facilitate diagnosing and treating disease.

His intention is to open blockages in the lymphatic and musculoskeletal systems to restore natural health and well-being. See ad, page 21.

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 startlLiving. Call for appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze AND Navarre. See ad, page 33.

HORMONE THERAPY KAREN KENNEDY, MD

Board Certified Gynecologist 1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, GB 7552 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre 850-916-7766 KarenKennedyMD.com Board Certified Gynecologist MD, offering full GYN services and proud to feature MonaLisa Touch Laser, a non invasive treatment for symptoms of low hormones or menopause. Stop suffering and start living. Call for appointment. Offices in Gulf Breeze AND Navarre. See ad, page 33.

HOT YOGA STUDIO BIKRAM HOT YOGA PENSACOLA 1151 Office Woods Dr 850-912-8668 BikramYogaPensacola.com

Bikram Yoga is the original hot yoga sequence! This 26 posture method is combined with specific heat that will systematically work the entire body to maintain optimum health and happiness.

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Venus Legacy Master Technician Wellness Coach 210 E. Intendencia St, Pensacola 850-725-8746 • RejuvaTrim.com We offer non-invasive solutions for face lift, tummy tuck, liposuction and cellulite. Other services include M’lis Body Contour Detox Wraps and Infrared Jade Sauna Therapy.

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PURE PILATES

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Theresa Ellis and Beth Workman 2475 E 9 Mile Rd, Ste E, Pensacola 850-912-6996 • OldThymeRemedies.com Offers more than 200 varieties of loose herbs, top brands of essential oils, tools and accessories, herbal formulas and homeopathics, ionic foot detox and infrared sauna.

Kangen water is also available. See ad, page 14.

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 t h e c o a s t . Va r i e t y o f equipment and mat classes are offered 6 days a week.

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ROLFING MATTRESS — ORGANIC GOOD MORNING MATTRESS CENTER 850-549-3104 7160 N Davis Hwy, Pensacola ShopGoodMorningMattress.com

The only true organic mattress in Northwest Florida, no flame retardants or flame retardant barriers, no memory foam or polyurethane foam, no soybean or biobased foam (polyurethane foam with soybean oil mixed in), no synthetic latex rubber, no harmful glues or adhesives, no GMO cotton or other GMO fibers, no shoddy insulator pads. See ad, page 12.

MEDITATION PROGRAM DR. MICHAEL BRANT DEMARIA Peace Within MichaelDeMaria.com Michael@MichaelDeMaria.com

Author of “Peace Within” Michael DeMaria is an Integrative psychologist, poet, author, speaker and 4-time Grammy® nominee with over 33 years of guiding others on their life journeys. He is also a meditation/mindfulness/ yoga teacher who integrates creativity (music, poetry, art, movement, etc.) in the healing process. See ad, page 13.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE BARBARA BRUNI

Pilates Core Training New Location: 1310 B Dunmire, Dunmire Village, Pensacola 850-287-5836 • BarbaraBruni.com Myofascial release treats the entire myofascial mind/body complex, eliminating the pressure of the restricted myofascial system (the straight-jacket) that causes painful symptoms. LMT # MA64267. See ad, page 2.

SHARALEE HOELSCHER, RCST

PERSONALIZED MEDICINE

Certified Rolfer (MA34039) Registered Craniosacral Therapist 850-450-8508 HealingWithBodywork.com

GENESTYLE MEDICINE

Rodney Soto, MD Info@GenestyleMedical.com GenestyleMedical.com We are a virtual wellness clinic dedicated to providing services via a HIPAA compliant telemedicine software that empower people to better track, manage and improve their own health. With the help of genomics, lifestyle metrics and nutritional science, Genestyle Medical will help you customize your individualized roadmap to reach your goals and enhance your wellness and longevity. See ad, page 6.

PEST CONTROL — ORGANIC EARTH’S CHOICE PEST SOLUTIONS

850-382-3820 • BestPestChoice.com Van@BestPestChoice.com Natural and organic pest solutions. State certified with 14 years of experience. Child and pet friendly. No dousing baseboards with pesticides. 110% money back guarantee.

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Enjoy moving freely in a more organized, comfortable and balanced body. See ad, page 16.

SKINCARE SKINTRENZIXS SKINCARE CENTER 348 Miracle Strip Pkwy 205-718-2611 Skintrenzixs.com

$27 Spa Treatments performed by Melissa Cundiff Licensed Cosmetologist/Esthetician Instructor. Call or Text for your personalized appointment today.

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SLEEP DISORDERS DR SUSAN WELCH, FAGD

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

PILATES STUDIOS PILATES CORE TRAINING

Barbara Bruni, Owner 1310 B Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 • PilatesCoreTraining.com Mat, gyrokensis and equipment classes, or private sessions for a personalized experience. Website lists instructors, class schedule and prices. See ad, page 3.

Healthy digestion, well aligned physical structure, proper breathing and a good nights sleep begin with a healthy mouth. We treat snoring, sleep apnea and TMJ disorders. Plus crowns, teeth whitening, bridges, veneers, implant restorations, aligner orthodontics, cleanings, digital x-ray imaging, CO2 Laser periodontal treatment. No mercury fillings.

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Men can starve from a lack of self-realization as much as they can from a lack of bread. ~Richard Wright natural awakenings

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SPIRITUAL CENTER UNITY OF PENSACOLA

Jamie Sanders, Minister 716 N 9th, Pensacola 850-438-2277 • UnityPNS.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 27.

Benjamin L. Konell, DO Teresa Brown-Konell 1211 E Strong St, Pensacola 850-776-1076

Screening with thermography can detect abnormalities in the very earliest stages cardio-vascular, breast thyroid, hormonal digestive, diabetes, TMJ. Also offering personalized healthcare assessments and organic botanical supplements.

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STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION BARBARA BRUNI

Pilates Core Training 1310 B Dunmire, Pensacola 850-287-5836 • PilatesCoreTraining.com Myofascial release treats the entire myofascial mind/body complex, eliminating the pressure of the restricted myofascial system (the straight-jacket) that causes painful symptoms. LMT # MA64267. See ad, page 3.

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

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WELLNESS CENTER GENESTYLE MEDICINE

Rodney Soto, MD Info@GenestyleMedical.com GenestyleMedical.com We are a virtual wellness clinic dedicated to providing services via a HIPAA compliant telemedicine software that empower people to better track, manage and improve their own health. With the help of genomics, lifestyle metrics and nutritional science, Genestyle Medical will help you customize your individualized roadmap to reach your goals and enhance your wellness and longevity. See ad, page 6.

BIKRAM HOT YOGA PENSACOLA 1151 Office Woods Dr 850-912-8668 BikramYogaPensacola.com

Bikram Yoga is the original hot yoga sequence! This 26-posture method is combined with specific heat that will systematically work the entire body to maintain optimum health and happiness.

NAVARRE LIVING YOGA

Navarre Living Yoga and Health Center 8162 Navarre Pkwy 850-684-1065 • NavarreLivingYoga.com A full service yoga studio with classes for all levels and all ages, including: Hot yoga, yin yoga, restorative and gentle yoga, prenatal yoga, aerial yoga, meditation, yoga teacher training, private yoga, reiki, massage, ayurvedic consultation and more. MM#25136. See ad, page 17.

URU YOGA & BEYOND

3 locations as follows Gulf Breeze: Harbourtown Pensacola: By the airport & E 9 Mile URUYoga.com • 850-377-5334 URU offers yoga classes for all ages and abilities: beginners yoga, hot yoga, aerial, acroyoga and more.

URU offers a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training.

450-Hours comprehensive training covering the fundamentals of movement, complete repertoire on the mat equipment, and includes modification movements for osteoporosis, knee and hip replacements and other various special needs. Registered with Pilates Method Alliance Registry of Schools. See ad, page 3.

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Holistic Health Classes for the WHOLE Family

Premier Essential Oil Educators - What you need to know before you use essential oils. Learn cost saving ideas, free demonstrations, plus invaluable information about lifestyle changes for more vibrant health.

Check Calendar, page 44 for locations, possible cost and specifics or visit PereiraProduceAndHealth.weebly.com. Plus, ask about complimentary health consultations, AromaTouch® sessions and Symphony of the Cells applications.

Kombucha 101 Come learn how easy and inexpensive it can be to make your own Kombucha (fermented sweet tea) and apple cider vinegar. Class Fee of $15 includes Scoby to get started.

Thursday, October 6th 6:30pm • Navarre Living Yoga 8162 Navarre Pkwy Navarre

Introduction to Essential Oils - Massage Therapy

What is all the interest about essential oils? What are they? What do they do? Is there science behind how they affect change in the body? This specialized event provides information specific to utilizing essential oils together with massage therapy for greater benefits including ready to go blends and protocols.

Saturday, October 8th 6pm • Source Institute 4411 Constituition Ln Marianna Friday, October 14th 6:30pm • 8th Element Wellness 90 Beal Pkwy NW FWB Sunday ,October 16th 5pm • Sandestin **Introduction to Essential Oils Event

Aromatherapy Basics II

Advanced information for the use and application of essential oils beyond the everyday situations including carrier oil differences, layering vs blending and more.

Thursday, October 13th 6:30pm • Navarre Living Yoga 8162 Navarre Pkwy Navarre

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