Natural Awakenings NYC-Long Island, October 2024

Whole Body Alignment

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Modified SMART Mercury Removal

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DIV Ozone Therapy has successfully treated Herpes I and II, HIV, Diabetic ulcers/ neuropathy, Allergies, Chronic Fatigue with Fibromyalgia, Candidiasis, MS, RA, Lyme Disease, Arthritis, Shingles, Skin infections, Psoriasis, and now RSD/CRPS just to name a few diseases and conditions.

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As we step into this month’s issue of Natural Awakenings, I am excited to delve into a topic that resonates deeply with our collective pursuit of health and harmony: "Whole Body Alignment, Bodywork and Chiropractic Care."

In our fast-paced lives, it’s easy to overlook the significance of proper alignment. Our bodies are intricate systems, and when one part is out of sync, it can affect our overall wellbeing. This month, we’ll explore the transformative power of bodywork and chiropractic care, highlighting techniques that not only alleviate pain but also enhance vitality and promote balance.

Our feature articles will introduce you to a range of bodywork modalities, from traditional chiropractic adjustments to innovative techniques like cold laser therapy. We’ll share insights from leading practitioners, illuminating how these therapies can support not just physical health but also emotional and mental wellness.

Additionally, you’ll find practical tips to incorporate body awareness into your daily routine. Simple exercises and mindfulness practices can help you tune into your body, fostering a deeper connection and understanding of your physical needs.

As always, our commitment at Natural Awakenings is to empower you with knowledge and resources that inspire positive change. We believe that by embracing a holistic approach to health, we can unlock our fullest potential and cultivate a life of balance and joy.

Thank you for being part of our community. Here’s to a month of alignment, healing and growth!

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Batool F. Rizvi, D.D.S., P.C. strives to keep her patients smiling from the inside out. She believes in a holistic approach to health care. Her gentle touch, excellent listening skills and thorough explanations keep her patients educated, happy and healthy.

Dr. Rizvi offers her Dental services with an integrative and systemic philosophy in mind. She is one of the few doctors placing metal-free Zirconia Implants, and safely removing mercury ﬁllings using the Huggins Protocol.

Dr. Rizvi offers a full range of Dental services, treating both adults and children. In association with Dr. Norman Bressack, Dr. Rizvi provides all of Dr. Bressack’s services as well as:

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A Cleaner Colon for a Healthier You

Vanessa Drew, founder of Cleansing Concepts, is passionate about educating others on the importance of colon health. After struggling with digestive issues and a misdiagnosed ruptured appendix, Drew turned to holistic natural medicine when conventional methods failed. “I explored many different options before discovering colon cleansing, a gentle internal bath that supports the body’s detoxification process. Cleansing helped me heal, and now I’m dedicated to helping others rebuild their health and well-being,” she shares.

Drew points out that over four million people in the U.S. suffer from constipation. While often seen as a temporary and non-threatening condition, untreated constipation can lead to numerous health issues. “Constipation can cause a range of problems, including headaches, fatigue, moodiness, depression, hemorrhoids, anal fissures, gas, lower back pain, skin issues, body odor, indigestion, and abdominal pain,” she explains.

Cleansing Concepts has several state-of-the-art facilities that offer quality colon hydrotherapy and other services at affordable pricing. Call the Red Bank, NJ, location at 732-741-2444; the Garden City, NY, location at 516-640-5322; the Smithtown, NY, location at 631-656-6313; or the Manhattan, NY, location at 212-256-0032. Visit CleansingConceptsWorld.com for more information. See ad, page 21.

America’s Longest-Running Conscious Living Expo Returns

The New Life Expo, celebrating 35 years, returns to New York City on October 19 and 20 at the historic New York City Bar Association Building, located at 42 W. 44th St. between 5th and 6th Aves., only three blocks from Grand Central station.

As a hub for mind, body and spirit, the expo has long been a community where thousands come together to expand their lives. “Are you a trendsetter who embraces self-discovery and exploration?” asks Mark Becker, founder of New Life Expo and magazine. “Then New Life consciousness is for you. It’s for those who are always open to diverse possibilities and eager to unlock their full potential.”

This year’s expo will explore cutting-edge topics like biohacking, light energy modalities, and cell regeneration techniques. “I invite you to embrace your next great adventure, surrounded by like-minded individuals seeking to expand their horizons,” says Becker. “To enhance interaction, I’ve included a ‘conscious food’ booth, sound bath healing, and a music concert. Plus, I’ve curated new game-changing lectures, special events, provocative panels, and unique exhibit booths—so you can marvel, eat, connect and bond as our conscious family grows.”

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Hours: Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Exhibitor opportunities still available. For more information and to purchase early bird tickets, visit NewLifeExpo.com or email mark@newlifemag.com. See ad, page 9.

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Dr. Batool Rizvi Receives Woman of Distinction Award

Congratulations to Dr. Batool Rizvi of Golden Dental Wellness Center and of Holistic Dental & Wellness Center, and valued advertising partner of Natural Awakenings. Dr. Rizvi has been honored with a Woman of Distinction Award 2024 by New York Senator Steven Rhoads.

A proud graduate of the Bellmore-Merrick school district, Dr. Rizvi has dedicated herself to her community by founding the Holistic Dental Wellness Group in North Bellmore and actively participating in various local organizations.

Golden Dental Wellness Center is located at 444 Community Dr., Ste. #204, in Manhasset, NY. For more information, call 516-627-8400 or visit GoldenSmile.com. See ad, page 2.

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Another Leap Forward in Dental Healing: DELIVERING PREMIUM QUALITY CARE

In a perfect world, all dentistry would be the same, but the reality is far different. Many patients don’t realize that there is a significant difference in the quality of care between dentists. While most dentists are committed to patient well-being, not all have the same level of education, training, experience or access to premium materials and advanced technologies. True quality dentistry transcends basic care and is measured by how well something is done compared to how good it should be. When it comes to your dental needs, why settle for anything less than the best for yourself?

The dental industry is undergoing a rapid transformation, with many independent, practitioner-owned practices being acquired by corporate or group-owned entities. Unfortunately, this shift can have serious consequences for patient care. Dentists in these corporate-run practices often lose autonomy over critical treatment decisions, such as choosing the highest quality materials, as profit-driven priorities lead to the use of cheaper and less effective alternatives. Additionally, corporate management frequently enforces strict time constraints on procedures, pressuring dental professionals to rush their work. This corporate-driven approach compromises the standard of care, shifting the focus from patient well-being to maximizing corporate profits.

To protect yourself from substandard dental care, it’s essential to ask the right questions to your dental provider. What materials are being used in your mouth?

Who makes these decisions? You might be surprised by the answers. True value in dentistry isn’t determined by cost alone but by the quality and care you receive.

At Integrative Dental Specialists, Dr. Jeffrey Etess and his team deliver exceptional value and care through the finest dental craftsmanship, performed with precision and passion. Dr. Etess sets himself apart with unmatched skill and almost three decades of experience, paired with an Ivy League education and cutting-edge dental practices. His expertise allows him to make the impossible possible, offering individualized care and solutions even in cases where others might say, “This tooth can’t be saved” or “You’re not a candidate for implants.” Don’t take NO for an answer.

Dr. Etess’ practice goes beyond standard care. With state-of-the-art offices off Park Avenue in Manhattan and on the North Shore of Long Island, Integrative Dental Specialists creates a comfortable and highly personalized patient experience. From saving teeth to addressing root canal infections, gum disease, and complex implant cases, Dr. Etess’ practice prioritizes patient health and optimal outcomes. His focus on continuous education and staying at the forefront of dental technology ensures that his patients receive the safest, most effective treatments available.

It is painful for us at Integrative Dental Specialists to see patients mutilate their mouths by succumbing to the fear of poor oral health and inadequate and WRONG dental advice. Most teeth CAN BE SAVED,

and saved safely with the patients overall health a priority. Addressing dental root canal infections, bone cavitations, tooth cavities, gum recession and disease, implants, failing crowns, and dental fillings is the TOP PRIORITY at Integrative Dental Specialists. Remaining on the cutting edge of the newest dental advancements is a full-time task and a top priority for Dr. Etess. In order to provide our patients with the most sanitary environment possible, we employ ENHANCED proactive ultraviolet air and surface office disinfection protocols. Don’t assume all dentistry is the same. Dr. Etess prides himself on bringing you UNRIVALED, unmatched care. We work toward one standard, the HIGHEST standard. The time for excuses has passed. If you are looking for the finest, safest, healthiest and most predictable results to correct your dental issues, supported by the most advanced dental technology or to learn more about the best ideas in modern specialized dentistry available to you, please contact Integrative Dental Specialists to make an appointment with Dr. Etess today.

Jeffrey Etess, DMD, NMD, IBDM, graduated in the top 10% from the prestigious University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. An IVY LEAGUE trained Certified Endodontic Specialist/Implant Specialty Surgeon with a dual degree in Dentistry and Board Certified in Naturopathic & Integrative medicine & certified in biomimetic cosmetic dentistry to provide a broad array of biological dentistry covering all facets of restorative, cosmetic, prosthetic, surgical, endodontic, pediatric, periodontal and implant dentistry for his patients for over 28 years. For more information, visit idsli.com. See ad, page 11.

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European Union Bans Mercury Dental Fillings

Dental amalgam, a material used to fill cavities caused by tooth decay, is made by mixing a powdered alloy of silver, tin and copper with liquid mercury. The European Union already bans its use for treating children under 15 years old, as well as pregnant or breastfeeding women. New rules adopted by the European Council completely ban the use of dental amalgams for all ages starting in 2025, unless deemed strictly necessary by the dental practitioner to address the specific medical needs of a patient. In this country, the use of dental amalgam is permitted even though the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns that exposure to mercury may pose a greater health risk to pregnant and nursing women, newborns and infants, children younger than 6 and those with neurological disease, impaired kidney function or an allergy to mercury.

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Ocean Noise Pollution

There are an estimated 33 million boats, including more than 90,000 ships, among the world’s commercial fleets, and most are powered by engines, propellers or other machinery that makes noise. A study published in the journal Science found that the increase in shipping has contributed to an increase in low-frequency sound pollution that can negatively affect fish, invertebrates, marine mammals and birds by impacting foraging, mating and resting.

The sequestration of additional greenhouse gases in the oceans has changed their sound-absorbing capabilities, making them potentially noisier. Other climate changes, such as warmer surface temperatures, changes in salinity due to melting polar ice and more frequent and violent storms, may also contribute to the problem. Additional research is needed to help policymakers implement appropriate countermeasures.

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A Guide to Choosing the Healthiest Waters

by Dr. David Pollack

As a health professional, I know that many of us often look for shortcuts when it comes to improving our well-being. With so many slick marketing campaigns out there, it’s easy to be swayed into buying products that promise more than they deliver. In recent years, various types of special waters have flooded the market, and while staying hydrated with clean water is crucial, not all waters are created equal.

We’ve all seen the buzz around “smart” waters, coconut waters, alkaline, reverse osmosis, steam distilled, and filtered waters. But do these waters really live up to their claims?

neutralize stomach acid, disrupting digestion, especially protein digestion—not exactly what we want for our health.

So, what are the best waters to drink? I recommend keeping it simple: lemon water, coconut water and filtered water. Drinking lemon water is one of the most alkalizing actions you can take. Despite its acidity, lemon water actually helps make the body alkaline. It emulsifies fat, supports gallbladder function, aids digestion, and promotes overall better body function.

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Let’s start with “smart” or electrolyte-added waters. They’re usually just purified tap water with some salts added back. The labels often feature terms like “balanced” or “hydration” to make them sound superior. While the filtration removes many toxins, which is good, the added salts are mostly just for taste and offer no substantial health benefits.

Then there’s alkaline water. Some believe it can help alkalize the body, claiming that disease only thrives in an acidic environment. While there’s a connection between acidity and disease, the real question is whether the acidity is causing the disease or vice versa. High-alkaline waters can

Coconut water is another great choice. It’s rich in minerals, including potassium, and provides excellent nutrition. And finally, filtered water is key for maintaining purity. Multi-stage filtration systems are the most effective, using various methods to remove harmful compounds from the water.

When it comes to your water choices, stick with high-quality filtered water, with or without organic lemon, and moderate your use of coconut water. By doing this, you’ll be drinking the healthiest waters for a healthier you.

For more personalized advice, visit us at Pollack Wellness or contact us for an appointment.

Dr. David L. Pollack is the founder of Pollack Wellness, located at 66 Commack Rd., #204, Commack, NY. For appointments or information, call 631-462-0801 or visit PollackWellness.com. See ad, page 4.

The Amazing Benefits of a Facial

by Jan Goldstoff

Statistics show that 30 percent of Americans set aside time for self-care; and on average an American spends 65 minutes per week on self-care—that’s less than 10 minutes a day!

For both young and old men and women, having a daily skin routine helps a person to keep their skin healthy and feel more confident and content. Having beautiful skin is a goal worth pursuing.

When you have a beautiful smile, and you feel happy you reflect an “inner glow.” With the turn of the season, there’s no better time to take a break and pamper yourself with a facial.

You will look better, you will feel better, and you deserve it! If you only take 15 seconds a day on self-care now is the time to change that to achieve and maintain healthier skin. In addition to beauty care, meditation, walking in a park, and fitness training are just a few of the ways to incorporate more self-care.

I’ve been going for facials every few months for the last 10 years and in that time my skin has improved dramatically. My facialist said I have the skin of someone 20 years younger. No one guesses my true age. I learned which products to use and the importance of staying hydrated and drinking several glasses of water each day.

Recently, I had a facial with skilled aestheti cian, Gina Nicoletti, at the wonderful Fed erico Salon in New York City. After our ses sion, my skin felt refreshed, soft and smooth. I felt rejuvenated and ready to take on the world. Plus, there’s nothing more gratifying than receiving compliments of “radiant” skin.

You’re never too young or old to start learning about good skincare. Everyone would benefit from a quarterly facial to complement the

change of the season. Facials help you to not only look younger but are most important for maintaining healthy skin and help prevent you from getting wrinkles.

An average facial lasts an hour and includes cleansing, exfoliation, hydration and moisturizing, along with a light massage. The final effect is that you feel wonderful and relaxed—and your skin looks beautiful! Your skin specialist will also discuss a daily skin routine to address your particular skin concerns to maintain overall skin health.

Benefits of facials include:

• Deep cleaning and detoxifying the skin.

• Strengthening the skin barrier to protect against acne and free radicals.

• Exfoliating dead skin cells to brighten the skin.

• Opening pores to allow better product absorption.

• Using targeted ingredients to even out skin tone.

• Providing deep hydration for softer skin.

• Plumping the skin to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

• Boosting circulation for glowing skin.

Romania-born Gina Nicoletti has been giving facials for over 40 years at salons in New York City. Trained at the Dr. Aslan Institute of Beauty and Skin, she has worked at Saks Fifth Avenue and Red Door Salons and past celebrity clients include Jackie Kennedy, Phyllis George and Diane Sawyer. She can be reached at Federico Hair and Spa Salon located at 57 West 58 St., New York, NY. For more information, call 212-262-3027 or visit FedericoSalon.com.

Align Your Spine, and You'll Feel Just Fine

by Dr. Gina Marino

Good spinal alignment means good health. Essentially, your spine is the biomechanical center of your body. Your legs are connected to your spine via two large and strong pelvic bones. Your arms are connected to your spine via your shoulder blades, ribs and numerous strong muscles and ligaments. Spinal alignment supports the functioning of all these associated components. When your spine is in line, then all your body’s mechanical abilities, such as bending forward and backward, twisting and turning, and walking and running can be performed at maximal levels.

In addition to the importance of spinal alignment for physical performance, it is also a key factor in the proper functioning of your whole body. In other words, spinal alignment is a critical element in obtaining and maintaining good health. Specifically, your brain is protected by your skull and your spine protects your spinal cord and 31 pairs of spinal nerves. Your brain, nervous system and

body communicate with each other through this pathway. It controls all parts of the body and maintains physical and mental well-being while constantly adapting your body and mind to your environment.

How Spinal Misalignment Affects your Body

When your spine is out of alignment or misaligned, the small ligaments that hold the vertebrae together and the small muscles that move those bones become irritated and inflamed. Left undetected, this soft tissue inflammation can affect the local spinal nerves, leading to nerve irritation. The resulting nerve interference disrupts the flow of information between your brain and the regions of your body supplied by the irritated spinal nerves, potentially resulting in loss of function or abnormal function of affected cells, tissues, organs and organ systems. Nerve interference may cause muscle tightness and pain, as well as signs and symptoms of conditions affecting your gastrointestinal, immune, endocrine and cardiorespiratory systems. Overall, spinal misalignment and nerve interference may be involved in causing a wide variety of conditions and disorders affecting the musculoskeletal system and other systems of your body.

The Role of Spinal Alignment in Body and Brain Balance

Chiropractic is not just for neck and back pain; it also improves brain function and benefits nearly every aspect of human performance. Four specific research studies over the last decade show that the largest impact of chiropractic adjustments occurs in the brain. The spine, brain and autonomic nervous system— which controls vital functions like heartbeat, breathing and digestion—are intricately connected. This system also manages the body’s stress response and is critical for maintaining

homeostasis, which is the balance of conditions necessary for healthy living.

The first chiropractic adjustment, performed in Iowa in 1895, restored a man's hearing. Over the years, many others have experienced remarkable health benefits from chiropractic care. For example, Mahatma Gandhi received multiple adjustments weekly for three months to address high blood pressure, after which his symptoms subsided. During the 1918 Spanish influenza epidemic, thousands of people sought chiropractic adjustments, and many credited these treatments with helping them survive a pandemic that claimed nearly five percent of the global population. These examples illustrate the profound impact chiropractic adjustments can have on brain function and the autonomic nervous system, resulting in improvements in overall health.

It’s All About Balance

Nearly everything in human life—including health—depends on balance. When the mind and body are in harmony, overall quality of life improves. Chiropractic care uses natural, non-invasive techniques to support this balance. By relieving muscle tension, releasing feel-good hormones like cortisol and oxytocin, and promoting restful sleep, chiropractic interventions can also enhance mental wellbeing. With greater mental clarity, the mind is free to focus on healing the whole body.

Dr. Gina Marino is the founder of the Center for the Alignment of Body, Mind & Spirit located at 2213 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh, NY. She offers gentle chiropractic care, reiki, lifestyle and nutritional advice. For more information, call 516-221-3500 or visit Align-Me.com. See ad, page 17.

Allow the Journey

by Alison David Bird, C.Ht, Orignator of Marconics

We’re here to experience humanity’s shift into higher consciousness, does it matter what we “do” while we’re here? If we agreed before we incarnated on Earth that we would come here to complete a mission that involves a certain line of work or relationship—and we choose to walk away and break the contract—what are the ramifications? How do we know which set of choices is in alignment with our most optimal and benevolent outcome?

You’re not alone. These are common themes that most of us can recognize and relate to, all or in part.

True healing comes through the alignment of layers of the multi-dimensional holographic body; your mental, emotional, etheric and physical body, together with all versions of you.

The key is to ALLOW.

Many of you are focusing on aspects of your own personal development either as an individual, or as a healer. Some of you don’t seem to recognize that you have found yourself and are still seeking! Ever reaching for the next sparkly thing that crosses your path. What, then, can define you?

Have you heard the expression “Jack of all trades—Master of none”?

Master yourselves! You have all that you need at your fingertips to be and do whatever you wish. If you are in alignment with you at Source, you cannot fail; you cannot fall.

tween many possibilities and asked for many options to be available. Yes, there were things that you agreed you would do—but contracts are not carved in stone and signed in blood. You have free will. And if you say no to one option, there are other choices on your docket.

You are the only one who knows if something feels in alignment for you or not. If you have concerns then re-break any contracts or agreements that you have made that are not sanctioned from you, through the most benevolent alignment of you, to you at Source.

Take the Gift that has been given through that deep connection to your most benevolent higher self, on your most optimal ascension timeline. Treasure it, love it and nurture it. Nothing else is required of you other than that you ALLOW.

Allow the process, Allow the journey, Allow the energy to move through you, Allow the transmutations, and Allow us to communicate with you in all ways, ALWAYS.

This article was submitted by Robin Landau, Marconics Master Teacher, who is here to assist others on their ascension. She can be reached at 516-369-3653 or robinjoylandau@gmail.com.

Alison David Bird, C.Ht, is the originator of Marconics Ascension Energy Healing. For more information about Marconics, practitioner training courses, spiritual alchemy, and personal transformation workshops, visit Marconics.com.

It makes no matter what career you are in—if what you do is in alignment with who you are. If you are working from your heart, in a state of unconditional love, free of judgement and expectation or attachment to the outcome, then it is the expression of your mission here. If that means fostering puppies and planting gardens, that is equally as perfect for you as a corporate job. If you are in a job that is making you miserable and causes discord for you, then it does matter. You won’t be able to assist anyone or ascend yourself if you are staying in a job due to a misguided sense of obligation or commitment.

You’re not just here to hold frequency. We are holding the perimeter as observers, but our mission is one of salvation by securing our own future as ascended sovereign beings.

You came here with MANY goals in mind, and you chose be-

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Only a few decades ago, healing modalities like chiropractic care and acupuncture received little attention in the realm of conventional medicine. Today, the wellness spectrum is much more diverse, and although additional research is needed to confirm their efficacies and treatment guidelines, many forms of bodywork once associated with only spa pampering are now considered allies in the treatment of a wide array of health conditions. With new therapies emerging annually, there are more than 180 bodywork modalities, including cold laser therapy for non-invasive pain management and ancient massage techniques

Full-Spectrum Acupuncture

According to the market research company Technavio, the global acupuncture market is predicted to expand by $16.83 billion from 2023 to 2027, with much of the growth attributed to an aging population opting for non-invasive, drug-free solutions.

Cancer patients are increasingly accessing this 2,500-year-old therapy, as well. The National Institutes of Health reports that

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acupuncture is used to ease the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation at major treatment centers, including MD Anderson Cancer Center, in Houston, and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, in New York, with the latter offering the modality in their accredited continuing education programs. According to a 2023 study published by JAMA Network Open, both integrative acupuncture and massage applications for advanced cancer patients over the course of 26 weeks were associated with decreased pain and improvements in sleep and quality of life.

“Our patients love having one more expert on their integrative medicine team, an additional professional to help them navigate the rollercoaster stressors of cancer treatment, recovery and survivorship,” says Pauline Sok Yin Hwang, an acupuncturist, registered Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner and the clinical director of Hillgreen Oncology Acupuncture & Herbs, in Toronto, Canada. Hwang also employs other therapeutic elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine that harmonize well with oncology acupuncture, including herbal applications; nutrition; moxibustion, the burning of dried mugwort near parts of the body; cupping; and electroacupuncture, which combines electrical pulses with needles to target specific energetic points on the body.

“Given a prompt, every tiny cell knows where it is and what it should do. The relationship between cells allows them to calibrate, but cancer cells have lost this connection, causing them to proliferate,” explains Jill Blakeway, an acupuncturist and founder of The Yinova Center, in New York City and Long Island. Blakeway adds that acupuncture can also

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stimulate the nervous system to release serotonin and other endorphins that can dial down pain and elevate mood, something that is much needed by anyone enduring a cancer diagnosis.

Feel-good neurotransmitters are major players in the complex journey of addiction recovery, as spotlighted in a clinical trial published earlier this year in Annals of Internal Medicine. Participants given acupuncture treatments three times a week for eight weeks reduced their methadone dosage by 20 percent or more as compared to subjects that received placebo treatments.

For those that are squeamish about needles, Hwang says, “About 40 tiny acupuncture needles can fit into the hole at the end of a hypodermic needle,” adding that most of her clients do not experience pain throughout treatment, and they are able to relax and even fall asleep by the end of a session.

Moxibustion—an extension of acupuncture that utilizes an herb called Ai Ye may be promising for chronic kidney disease as a complementary therapy. A 2020 meta-analysis published in the journal

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine shows the potential of moxibustion to significantly reduce serum creatinine, 24-hour urine protein excretion and blood urea nitrogen—all of which are indicators of compromised kidney function—and markedly improve quality of life of chronic kidney disease patients.

Chiropractic Goes High-Tech

With 150 techniques in its toolbox, today’s chiropractic medicine incorporates more sophisticated and gentler methods than ever before, especially for individuals with osteoporosis, a medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue. Fueled by advanced software, modern diagnostic tools give doctors an edge over standard evaluation methods to provide personalized treatment plans.

The chiropractic use of electric current-based muscle stimulation encourages circulation in muscles along the spine to minimize pain, a technique that is safe for patients with fragile bones or spinal stenosis. Another method—cold laser therapy—springboards from traditional ultrasound using specific

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As with traditional chiropractic care, the objective of modern styles is to address the root cause of neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction, which, if not treated, can lead to health issues and pain. “When the body is unable to adapt to chemical, physical or emotional stressors, tension within the nervous system is a common result. This often shows up as misaligned vertebrae [bones in the spine], but it can manifest in many ways,” says Brian Stenzler, a chiropractor and author in Sarasota, Florida, and vice president of operations at KnoWEwell, P.B.C. “Every organ, muscle, gland, tissue and cell of the body knows exactly what to do, when to do it and how to do it, as long as the ‘communication lines’ are clear between those body parts and the brain.”

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Stenzler notes that because only a small percentage of nerves transmit information about pain, it is unreliable for determining if a chiropractic adjustment is needed. Instead, chiropractors use a combination of objective measures to identify misalignments causing nerve interference, such as posture, x-rays, motion and static palpation, range of motion, heart rate variability, thermography and surface electromyography, which assesses muscle function using electrodes placed on muscle groups.

New Horizons

Swedish and deep tissue massage have long given sore muscles and overextended nervous systems balm, but massage modalities are expanding their scope. Ancient massage systems making their way out of the shadows include Egyptian (Pharaonic), Balinese and gua sha, among others. More traditional approaches are being used to release trauma held in the body and to aid challenging conditions like Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy and cancer.

“After a mastectomy, for example, a patient may experience swelling in the arm due to obstructed lymph flow. Specialized massage practitioners can offer lymphatic drainage massage to treat lymphedema, a common side effect of cancer treatment,” says Blakeway.

Tuina, one of the four branches of Traditional Chinese Medicine, is believed to be the oldest form of bodywork and, like acupuncture, targets acupoints, but without the use of needles. In research from 2018, this modality—when combined with other aspects of Chinese medicine—shows promise for early-stage diabetic foot disease, a condition resulting from peripheral artery disease or sensory neuropathy.

Guided by overhead bars for balance and support, practitioners of the Japanese modality ashiatsu primarily use their feet to ease their clients’ tight muscles. “The foot’s broad surface allows for comprehensive muscle manipulation, targeting larger groups while maintaining precision for specific areas. While we may combine foot and hand techniques for certain areas such as the neck, the primary focus is on harnessing the foot’s unique capabilities for a truly transformative experience,” explains Mariah Maven, a licensed massage therapist, ashiatsu educator and owner of THE SPACE, in Spokane, Washington.

Maven points out that ashiatsu can help stabilize the shoulder while gently stretching the neck, creating an unparalleled sense of

traction and release, as well as promote better posture, flexibility and quicker recovery from sports injuries, but cautions that “it is contraindicated for individuals with osteoporosis or osteopenia [reduced bone mass].”

Ortho-Bionomy, pioneered by British osteopath Arthur Lincoln Pauls, has gained attention for its positive effect on pain and postural problems by working with the body’s natural capacity to find balance and reset the nervous system. “Pauls took the osteopathic principle of positional release, gently placing the body in a position of optimal comfort and adding gentle compression into a joint from its position of greatest ease. He found that this stimulated proprioceptor nerve endings [sensors in muscles, tendons and ligaments] and produced a release response,” explains Donna

Racik, a certified Ortho-Bionomy practitioner in Leonia, New Jersey, adding that she has found this modality to be effective in relieving pain, restoring alignment and improving the flow of blood and lymph.

Stenzler, who believes that tomorrow looks brighter with the education and guidance of integrative health providers that encourage people to lead healthier lifestyles, says, “While helping people overcome health challenges is very noble and an extremely important aspect of health care, I strongly believe that the future should lie in a salutogenic model,” which focuses on the origins of health and well-being rather than the causes of disease.

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How Good Posture and Mindful Habits Prevent Injury

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Regardless of lifestyle, many people experience everyday aches as they strive to balance work and play. Recurring movements while sitting or standing with bad posture can take a toll on the body. Jobs involving typing, hairstyling, power-tool use or assembly-line tasks, as well as asymmetrical recreational activities such as golf, tennis, bowling, electronic gaming or even playing musical instruments, can amplify the risk for chronic pain.

The American Heart Association reports that 80 percent of all U.S. jobs are mostly sedentary, a problem even without the added burden of too much screen time, poor sitting positions and the long-term effects of repetitive motion. The National Spine Health Foundation offers three recommendations for office workers: be mindful of posture, don’t look down at screens and get up and move around on a regular basis.

The importance of prevention cannot be ignored when we look at the cost of workers’ compensation cases. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2021 claims included $4.7 billion for awkward postures and $1.7 billion for repetitive motions involving “microtasks” performed in a matter of seconds or a few minutes, such as typing.

Pressure Points

According to Margie Bissinger, a physical therapist and integrative health coach in Parsippany, New Jersey, one of the most

common conditions caused by repetitive movement is carpal tunnel syndrome resulting from pressure on the median nerve, which extends along the hand, arm and shoulder. Symptoms include numbness, tingling and weakness in the thumb and fingers.

“Ergonomics is the design of working environments to help individuals use the best postures and habits that will keep their bodies healthy and avoid injuries,” Bissinger explains, noting that good posture is designed to maintain the inward curve of the lower back. To reduce the risk of carpal tunnel syndrome, pain on the pinkie-finger side of the wrist or other related injuries, she recommends keeping the shoulders relaxed, the wrist in a neutral position, the thumb in line with the forearm and elbows close to the body while typing.

Gamers are prone to tendinitis in the hands and forearms, notes Shari Berkowitz, biomechanist, ergonomist and founder of The Vertical Workshop, in Beverly Hills, California. She remarks that compression in the neck can lead to not only carpal tunnel syndrome, but also double crush syndrome, a condition associated with compression at more than one location along a nerve path.

“Gamers have a lot of repetition of movement in small joints, as well as holding patterns in the arms, shoulders and spine over a prolonged period. They would benefit from using ergonomic devices that require very little force to press buttons, toggle, etc.,” she advises, adding that players should position themselves to support the entire body, not just the wrists. Whether working or playing, Berkowitz stresses the need to step away from the desk every hour for five minutes to get something to drink, go to the bathroom or just move around.

Bissinger cautions that slouching at the desk or while playing electronic games is a surefire way to set off pain patterns. “You don’t want to be on the couch hunched with your low back rounded,” she says. “You should make sure your neck is looking straight ahead, not up or down, for extended periods of time.”

Exercise Ergonomics

Bad habits in the gym or on the yoga mat can foster chronic pain in the lower back, knees, neck, shoulders and wrists. “Learn about proper joint alignment for whatever exercises you’re doing

and then try to achieve that for each movement,” advises Berkowitz. “When a set of muscles that are primary to a movement is fatigued, synergists, or assistant muscles, must work more than they are supposed to. That means strain is going to happen.” She recommends stopping as soon as there is a feeling of muscle fatigue and decreasing the weight and repetitions.

For a well-rounded approach to exercise that aids in preventing issues, Berkowitz suggests mobility training such as Pilates, yoga, tai chi and dance, along with running, walking or strength training. She also suggests replacing backless shoes like flip-flops and slides with ankle-supporting, foot-forming options such as Flux Footwear.

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Carol Orsborn

on Growing Whole, Not Just Old

by Sandra Yeyati

For five decades, Carol Orsborn has been a leading voice of her generation and a bestselling author, having written 36 books on quality of life, spirituality and aging. Her latest book is Spiritual Aging: Weekly Reflections for Embracing Life, to be published in December. Designed to be read weekly over two years with 120 readings, it focuses on the issues and concerns that arise among those that view aging as a path to spiritual transcendence.

Orsborn earned a master’s degree in theo-

and critical theory of religion from Vanderbilt University, completing her postgraduate work in spiritual counseling at the New Seminary, in New York City. She served on the faculties of Pepperdine University, in Malibu, California; Loyola Marymount University, in Los Angeles; and Georgetown University, in Washington, D.C. She has appeared on Oprah, NBC Nightly News and The Today Show, and presented talks at the Omega Institute, American Society of Aging and Vanderbilt University Hospital.

What do we get wrong about aging?

What is a better way to look at aging?

Getting old is a life stage with meaning and purpose of its own. You have the freedom to choose how you want to live your life. Sometimes you may want to be contemplative, quiet and take time away from the limelight. Other times, you may want to roar like a lion; you might have a lot left in you that you want to give.

How do you define spiritual aging?

The first tenet of spiritual aging is accepting reality as it is while believing that there is meaning and purpose to life. The second is loving yourself no matter what. Spiritual aging treats the process of getting old not as a problem to be solved, but rather as a spiritual experience in and of itself. This is your last chance to embrace all of life and to have the freedom to pick what you want to do because your soul is telling you to do it.

As we confront physical and mental diminishment, what role does grief play in this spiritual experience?

Grief can shake you from your faith. You can hit bottom a lot of ways and feel that life is meaningless and hopeless. In my book, I talk about a place I call “the void”, where reality outstrips your ability to cope and you go to a place that feels bottomless, dark, scary and hopeless. Every spiritual and religious formulation that I’ve ever read has a place like that—like the dark night of the soul in Christianity—where the status quo loses hold of you, and yet it also seems like a holy place because it allows you to let go of the illusions and what used to be, and to reconstruct yourself from the ground up in a way that is more

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Is it never too late to find your purpose in life?

Of course not. In fact, I would say the opposite. It takes growing old to finally be able to live with some degree of purity of purpose, because you’re not going to be as distracted by what society’s expectations are of you. For those with physical and mental impairments, there is an opportunity to find meaning and purpose not only despite those challenges, but through them. If you’re taking a walk and you’re going much slower than you’re used to, you’re much more likely to notice the flower growing out of a crack in the sidewalk, for instance.

Our generation has been told all our lives that we should follow our heart and passion. That was hard when we were in our 40s because if you followed your heart and you wanted to be a poet, you couldn’t make a living at it. But now in your 70s, 80s or 90s, if you want to be a poet, go for it! There’s a lot of late-life blooming going on, tempered by what our hearts are telling us and by our physical and mental abilities. That’s what the reinventing should be about.

As we age, we become increasingly dependent on others. What are the spiritual lessons there?

We don’t receive well. The tendency in older people is to complain or get mad at their caregivers if they aren’t giving to us perfectly. So it’s about learning to receive, but also learning to be gracious and put other people before yourself—allowing your caregiver to feel good about what they’re doing for you.

Look, the bottom line is learning to love and be loved. I keep learning every day. I have family issues that may never resolve, but I’m learning I’m beloved anyway. I’m seeing love where I didn’t see it before. I’m having compassion where I didn’t see it before. At 76, suddenly I see things with so much depth that I see the love that was there all along.

Sandra Yeyati is national editor of Natural Awakenings.

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Financial Planning for Pet Illnesses

How Pet Insurance Can Help

by Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Although approximately 82 million U.S. households own a pet, only a small fraction—around 5.4 million—were insured by the end of 2023. A 2018 survey by the Access to Veterinary Care Coalition found that 28 percent of American pet owners encountered barriers to pet care in the past two years, primarily due to financial constraints.

Pet insurance can provide crucial financial support during unexpected emergencies or costly treatments, but deciding whether to invest isn’t always simple. Some pet owners are hesitant due to concerns about cost, policy complexity or the belief that insurance might not be necessary. However, many that do opt for insurance report significant benefits.

Eases Financial Worries

One of the most significant benefits of pet insurance is the peace of mind it provides, allowing families to focus on their pet’s health without constantly worrying about the financial implications. Patrons of Trupanion Pet Insurance have noted how insurance has made managing their pet’s health care easier because they have to meet the deductible only once per new condition, after which 90 percent of the costs are covered. Trupanion also covers alternative treatments like acupuncture.

Simplifies Decision-Making

AKC Pet Insurance covers preexisting conditions after 365 days—a crucial factor when a pet has medical problems at the time of adoption. If a pet later develops a related ailment that requires costly testing, the insurance will cover these costs, allowing a pet

owner to make the best decision for their pet without financial constraints.

Promotes Preventive Care

Many insurance plans, like those offered by Pets Best, include coverage for preventive care such as check-ups, vaccinations and wellness visits, which encourages pet owners to maintain regular veterinary visits. By catching potential health issues early, pet owners can avoid more costly treatments down the road, ensuring that their pets live healthier lives.

Reduces the Burden of HighCost Treatments

Facing a high-cost treatment can be daunting, and in such cases, an insurance company that provides this level of coverage can be a lifesaver, enabling pet owners to provide the necessary care without the fear of financial ruin. A study published in Animals found that pet health insurance significantly increased the amount spent at the veterinarian, with insured dog owners spending an average of $211 more on veterinary care compared to those without insurance.

While extra spending appears to be an argument against the value of pet insurance, the study’s authors present it as a positive, noting that as pet insurance alleviates owners’ financial stress, it encourages them to invest more in their pet’s health care.

Saves Lives

The financial strain of veterinary care can often lead to emotional distress for pet owners, particularly when they are forced to make difficult decisions in an emergency. A 2020 study published in Frontiers

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• Preexisting Conditions: Most pet insurance policies do not cover preexisting

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• Waiting Periods: Many pet insurance plans include waiting periods before coverage begins, during which illness or injury may not be covered.

• Coverage Limits: Pet insurance policies vary in their coverage limits, including annual, per-incident or lifetime caps. Review these provisions carefully to understand the maximum amount the insurance will pay in different scenarios.

• Deductibles and Reimbursement Levels: Policies differ in how they handle deductibles and reimbursement levels. Some may have higher deductibles but offer higher reimbursement rates. Choose a plan that fits both the budget and healthcare needs.

• Alternative and Holistic Care: Not all plans include coverage for holistic treatments like acupuncture and chiropractic care, so the selected policy should align with the owner’s preferences.

• Understanding Exclusions: Some insurance plans may exclude services for routine wellness care, dental cleanings or certain hereditary conditions. Understanding these exclusions can prevent unpleasant surprises when filing a claim.

• Plan Flexibility: Some insurance providers offer customizable plans, allowing pet owners to choose their deductible, coverage limits and options. While this flexibility can be beneficial, it requires careful consideration to ensure the best value for the money.

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Deciding whether to invest in pet insurance is a personal choice that should align with the owner’s financial planning, the pet’s health and the priorities set for their pet’s care. Pet insurance can be a useful tool for managing veterinary expenses, offering peace of mind when unexpected medical issues arise.

Ruth Roberts is an integrative veterinarian and holistic health coach for pets, as well as the creator of The Original CrockPet Diet. Learn more at DrRuthRoberts.com.

Integrative Medicine

How to Overcome Joint, Muscle, Tendon and Ligament Pain and Injuries without Surgery

From the desk of Dr. Howard Robins at The Healing Center in New York City

If you suffer from an injury like an ankle sprain and can’t seem to heal, or your knee is “bone-on-bone” as the cartilage is completely gone and you’re in pain and maybe facing a knee replacement, then Prolozone therapy may be the answer.

Or perhaps you suffer from sciatica with shooting pain down your leg into your foot, then Prolozone therapy may be the answer.

Or you may have had a shoulder injury that just won’t stop hurting, then Prolozone therapy may be the answer.

Do you suffer from tendonitis from a sport injury?

Perhaps you’ve injured your bunion joint playing tennis or in martial arts of some kind.

Are you having trouble with your golf swing because it’s uncomfortable or just plain hurts?

Also, all these medical problems have been affecting how you walk and move, whether you know it or not, and can lead to developing other painful problems in your feet, legs and back.

Prolozone therapy may be the answer!

What is Prolozone Therapy?

jury. This is what must be causing the healing response, as the ozone is gone in 10 minutes returning to oxygen.

Stem cells are cells with the potential to develop into many different types of cells in the body. They serve as a repair system for your body. This accounts for what we have seen, and what I call “Repairing the Un-repairable and Fixing the Unfixable.”

We know that medical ozone also acts as a temporary painkiller and anti-inflammatory. However, healing is promptly and amazingly stimulated, including reports of cartilage repair and replacement occurring in addition to pain often being permanently eliminated—even when everything else has failed.

It is said “Prolo or Proli” in Latin means to “rebuild” or “regenerate,” thus the word “proliferate.”

In the late 1990s in Europe, a published study showed Prolozone therapy using a mixture of oxygen and ozone gas on degenerative spinal disks could help stop pain. This was repeated in Canada in the early 2000s with the same success. It was followed in Europe and here in the U.S. with its use on muscle, cartilage, tendon, ligament and joint pain and injuries with equal success.

Ozone gas, acting as a safe “irritant,” causes our body to begin a healing response. It is not a surgical treatment. It has also been described as a “regenerative joint injection or non-surgical ligament, cartilage, muscle and tendon reconstruction.”

The major benefit of Prolozone therapy is that the gas spreads out and stimulates the healing process over the entire injection site. You don’t need guided ultrasound to be “on the exact spot” that is necessary with the old version called Prolotherapy which uses a liquid “irritant” to cause healing.

Research currently being performed in Europe indicates that the ozone gas stimulates “natural stem cell” activity in the area of in-

While we once believed that this was impossible, like many other things that we believed couldn’t be done, medical ozone therapy has proven it to be wrong.

On any single, once a week, usually painless injection, complete recovery may be achieved!

We found that by the third or fourth treatment noticeable improvement has occurred. However, if no improvement at all is felt, it may be that the problem is too late to help, and further treatments may not be worth continuing.

It also may be necessary in some cases to return, promptly, periodically, if symptoms return for a “tune-up,” which consists of another injection or a series of a few treatments.

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Namaste Bookshop and Healing Center offers a unique and large selection of Eastern and Western philosophy books, tarot cards, crystals, pendulums, calendars, wind chimes, incense, greeting cards, yoga accessories, meditation cushions, instructional and music CDs and DVDs, salt lamps, and 20 sections of books – including Spanish. The event space above the bookshop holds classes, workshops and book signings, and provides rooms for regular readers and practitioners.

Health Food Store

WHOLE FOODS MARKET

8 Locations in Manhattan WholeFoodsMarket.com

Whole Foods Market is an Eco-minded chain with natural & organic grocery items, housewares & other products. We support local communities & agriculture, practice and advance environmental stewardship, support & rewards team member excellence, and encourage and educate on all aspects of healthy living. See ad, page 9.

Holistic Dentistry

CARIODONTAL

A Place for Dental Wellness

Jonathan Richter DDS, FAGD Specializing in Periodontics and Implantology Periodontal Prosthesis, and Fixed Prosthodontics

525 West End Ave, Suite 1G, NYC 212-874-2880 • Cariodontal.com

We welcome you to come in for a comprehensive exam of teeth, gums, early detection, and oral health problems. We offer the following services: holistic dental care, mercuryfree dentistry, TMJ disorder and treatment, treatment for sleep disorders, Invisalign and orthodontics, dental implant, sleep apnea. Payment plans available. See ad, back cover.

GOLDEN DENTAL WELLNESS

444 Community Dr, Ste 204, Manhasset 516-627-8400 • GoldenSmile.com

A practice that cares for you like family. The philosophy of our dental wellness center is a whole-body approach working closely with your healthcare practitioners that you already have a relationship with. The practice incorporates the teaching of Huggins, IOAMT, and much more. See ad, page 2.

HOLISTIC DENTAL & WELLNESS CENTER

1692 Newbridge Rd. N. Bellmore, NY 516-221-7447 • Holisticdds.com

Offering a full range of dental services, treating adults and children with an integrative and systemic philosophy. Dr. Rizvi earned her DDS from NYU and completed residencies in general dentistry at both the Kings County Hospital Center and Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center. See ad, page 7.

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INTEGRATIVE DENTAL

SPECIALISTS

Long Island: 245 Hillside Ave, Williston Park, NY • 516-253-1800 Manhattan: 120 E. 56th St • 212-845-9740 drjeff@idsli.com IntegrativeDentalNY.com

Dr. Jeff created Integrative Dental Specialist to provide the best comprehensive dental care today. There is always an emphasis on biocompatible and holistic dentistry to create a natural and beautiful smile you can be proud of. Dr. Jeff has achieved a highly professional, relaxed, caring, and pain-free environment for his patients, with sedation dentistry available if required. See ads, pages 10 and 11.

NATURE’S DENTAL

50 Broadway, Greenlawn • NY 11740 631-316-1816 • NaturesDental.net

What is made by nature is always going to be better than what is artificially made. This is why at Nature’s Dental the conservation of your natural tooth structure—the Biomimetic approach to dentistry—is at the core of our minimally invasive practice philosophy.

Holistic Education

OMEGA INSTITUTE FOR HOLISTIC STUDIES

150 Lake Drive Rhinebeck, NY 12572 800-944-1001 • eOmega.org

Open from May to October, we offer a wide variety of workshops and retreats, led by world-class teachers on our beautiful 250-acre campus, just 90 miles north of New York City. Can’t make it to Rhinebeck? Join us for a livestream.

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Part One of Special Series on Fertility

The Eye-Opening Truth About Fertility

by Dr. Susan Fox

Global declines in birth rates have made headlines, but the rise of male and female infertility has largely been overlooked. Infertility is defined as the inability to get pregnant after trying for one year. In 2021, Scientific American reported that the world-wide fertility rate dropped by almost 1 percent per year from 1960 to 2018.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that about 1 in 5 American married women in their reproductive years have difficulty in either getting pregnant or carrying to a live birth, and 11.4 percent of men ages 15-49 have some form of infertility.

For women, a study found a 1 percent per year increase in reported miscarriage rates in the US over a two-decade period. The increase in infertility among women has manifested itself in the increased use of assisted reproductive technologies, including egg freezing and in vitro fertilization among younger women, not just those that waited to start families until after age 35. There also has been an increasing trend in the use of gestational surrogacy as family has taken on a wider definition than traditionally, and as corporations have begun to include fertility benefits in their employee compensation packages.

Numerous studies have identified an increase in male fertility issues, including:

• Declines in sperm concentration (52 percent) and total sperm count (nearly 60 percent) between 1973 and 2011. At this rate, average sperm count could be zero by the middle of this century.

• Decreases in testosterone levels of almost 1 percent per year during recent decades in excess of natural, agerelated declines.

• Declines in total testosterone levels among adolescent and young adult males from 1999 to 2016.

• Increases in testicular cancer rates.

• Increases in the prevalence of erectile dysfunction among younger men.

Susan Fox is Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in Marin County, California, and has specialized in working with women and couples navigating fertility challenge for more than 20 years. Connect at healthyouniversity.co and drsusanfox.com.

There is hope! Watch in November for our next article in this series. Also, learn more, access valuable resources today, and get your COMPLIMENTARY ACCESS PASS for the very special January 20-24 fertility immersive event. Scan the QR Code.

Holistic Health Center

CLEANSING CONCEPTS

353 Lexington Ave, Ste 1603 Manhattan • 212-256-0032

269 East Main St, Ste F1 Smithtown, NY • 631-656-6313 825 East Gate Blvd, Garden City, NY • 516-640-5322 2 Bridge Ave, Ste 316, Red Bank, NJ • 732-741-2444

CleansingConceptsWorld.com

Our services include Colon Cleansing, Ionic Detox Foot Baths, BELD Lymphatic Drainage, Therapeutic Cupping, Infrared Sauna & Wellness Cocoon, FIT Body weight loss wraps, and Ear Candling. We also created our own line of digestive care products, including Detox Clay and Essential 4 Digestion Kit, that can be delivered right to your doorstep. See ad, page 21.

Marconics

MARCONICS

Robin Landau, Master Teacher 516-369-3653

robinjoylandau@gmail.com Marconics.com

Marconics is a full-spectrum multidimensional Ascension Energy Healing modality. Handed down by Spirit for the evolution of humanity, Marconics brings healing to the subtle and multidimensional body templates, harmonizing ego and Spirit and balancing the ascending physical, mental and emotional bodies. If you’re on a spiritual healing and evolution path or interested in becoming a Marconics practitioner, visit our website. See ad, page 15.

Natural Foods

ABRAHAM’S NATURAL FOODS

9 Long Branch Ave., Long Branch, NJ 732-229-5799

AbrahamsHummos@gmail.com AbrahamsNatural.com

Our hummos boasts the industry’s lowest calories, fat, and sodium, without a drop of artificial preservatives. We use raw apple cider vinegar in every batch to get that wonderful zingy taste and for all the incredible health benefits. Unlike other companies, Abraham’s does not contain any added oils (ie: canola or soy). We only use healthy, nutritious tahini. find our Middle Eastern product line in Fairway Market, Whole Foods, and natural food stores. See ad, page 17.

Naturopathic Medicine

FINKER WELLNESS

Bellmore 516-765-3272 • DrFinker.com

Utilizing Naturopathic Medicine to help her patients feel better naturally. Many illnesses can be treated by nutrition, botanicals, and nutraceuticals. Dr. Finker provides personalized health care solutions for her patients. See ad, page 19.

POLLACK WELLNESS

66 Commack Rd, Commack NY 631-462-0801 • PollackWellness.com

Dr. David L Pollack specializes in functional nutrition which is the science of helping repair and restore the body naturally without the use of drugs and surgery. Many of his clients were frustrated with their past health care; conventional or holistic. Most seek help with their thyroid, weight loss, digestive disorders, hormone imbalances including infertility, menstrual & Low T. We accept those with or without diagnosis, complex and simple disorders. Most insurance policies accepted for many services. See ad, page 4.

Networking

HEALLIST.COM

Holistic practitioners use Heallist to create a free business page, add a menu of services, accept online bookings, process payments, and provide telehealing services. Join our first-of-its-kind network connecting healers across 100+ modalities, fostering personal connections and referrals.

Ozone Therapy

DR. HOWARD ROBINS

The Healing Center 200 W 57th St, Ste 807, NYC 212-581-0101

drhowardrobins@gmail.com OzoneDoctor.net

Pyschotherapy

PRESENT CENTERED THERAPIES

Michael Mongno, MFT, Ph.D, LP Upper West Side • 212-799-0001 drmongno@resentcenteredtherapies.com PresentCenteredTherapies.com

Michael Mongno MFT, Ph.D LP is a licensed psychoanalyst, marriage and family therapist, and holistic counselor based in Manhattan. Committed to creating a real difference in the world, his “Real change in real time” describes the dynamic, effective synthesis of personal growth and spiritual transformation

Trauma Recovery Coach

BRETT COTTER brett@stressisgone.com StressIsGone.com

Stress is Gone services include 1-on-1 coaching, meditation classes, workshops and retreats. Membership products include online courses, mobile apps, workbooks and instructional guides. Stress is Gone members are empowered with increased awareness and the tools to release tension, anxiety and stress. The program offers individuals, families, schools and businesses year-round relief that works.

If you have a disease or condition that you haven’t been able to get rid of, Ozone Therapy will most likely be the answer, even for people that have suffered for years and have lost all hope. If you are questioning if your condition can be treated, call or email Dr. Robins today. See ads, pages 3 and 26.

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Natural Supplements

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