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A new year, a new you; we’ve heard this adage year after year along with a multitude of other resolutions, many of which don’t stick. Rather than the same old same old, why not approach the word “new” in a different light?

NEW (adjective) /noo/:

1. Having recently come into existence.

2. Having been seen, used, or known for a short period

3. Something unfamiliar.

Putting more emphasis on the word’s meaning brings about a different perspective. New restaurants to try, new places to travel, new recipes to cook and new friends to meet. It becomes an unfamiliar face at a party that we strike up a conversation with; or it’s finally rolling up our sleeves to try that longdesired recipe to see if it’s any good.

Even if we have experienced something before and find ourselves doing it again—like sending off a child to college (as we will be doing)—the nuances will be different. New feelings or emotions may get triggered. In that moment, take in how the body and mind adapt and accept that we are again creating new memories.

Every day brings newness; we simply need to look for it. When we attend to noticing what’s around us more, we come to discover newness in things we take for granted or don’t categorize as different or special. This new perspective on “new” might be the one resolution needed to invite the goodness we deserve into our lives and the answer to realizing our dreams and desires in the coming year.

May your first step into 2023 bring a bounty of new moments!

Cyrece

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To empower individuals to live a healthier lifestyle on a healthier planet.

To empower individuals to live a healthier lifestyle on a healthier planet.

To educate communities on the latest in natural health and sustainability.

To educate communities on the latest in natural health and sustainability.

To connect readers with local wellness resources and events, inspiring them to lead more balanced lives.

To connect readers with local wellness resources and events, inspiring them to lead more balanced lives.

Lose Weight with Compounded Medication

The Chemist Shop Pharmacy, an accredited compounding facility for both sterile and nonsterile medications, is offering compounded weight loss medication for patients looking to lose more than 20 pounds. This FDA-approved, prescribed medication therapy reduces hunger to help patients lose weight and keep it off.

Owner Roberto Viti maintains the cost-effective compounded therapy is created with adherence in mind. “The planned weekly dosing is prefilled for convenience, and our team will follow up monthly to schedule the next fill and to answer any questions,” he says.

Anyone interested in the therapy will need approval from a licensed prescriber. Recommendations for provider referrals are available.

For a full consultation and more information, call 212-684-5125 [option 2] or visit TheChemistShopPharmacy.com. See ad, page 4.

Cancer Nonprofit Hosts Alternative Therapies Conference

The Annie Appleseed Project, an all-volunteer cancer nonprofit, will host its 15th Complementary & Alternative Cancer Therapies conference from February 23 through 25, at the Embassy Suites hotel, in West Palm Beach. Open to patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals and others, a full lineup of speakers will introduce and educate attendees on complementary cancer therapies, lifestyle changes and holistic approaches to treatment and recovery.

In addition to speakers and workshops, the conference will offer yoga, networking, exhibits and, of course, warm South Florida weather. The registration fee also includes all organic meals and snacks (except Friday dinner) and free transportation from the Palm Beach airport. Registrants are eligible for a reduced hotel rate. Health professionals can earn up to 13 hours of CEUs/CNEs at the event.

Fonfa (Founder, President, Volunteer)

Cost: $299. For more information, call 561-749-0084 or visit AnnieAppleseedProject.org/CAM-Conference-2023.html. See ad, page 25.

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Administering profound spiritual guidance, a phone consultation with mystic and spiritual master, Dr. Swamproot, lifts clients up to experience enchanting, luminous peace. Offering in-depth readings, dream interpretations, neutralization of adversaries and more, Swamproot helps to renew one’s aura/spirit/soul, or what he calls the three incandescent accordant points of man-woman.

According to Swamproot, our aura is the subtle energy that circumscribes and emanates colored light from the physical body; it is the etheric energy signature of the soul. Our spirit is the vital respiration force, or the spherical body, which circumscribes the soul. And our soul is the complete-wholeness and everlasting eternal-quintessence of man-woman, which hovers behind the heart within the solar-plexus region.

Shining spiritual light upon the pathways of life, Swamproot guides clients through any issue or problem (past, present and future), from the most minuscule and beyond.

“We are all continually affected, one way or another, by interactions that manifest positive and negative energies which penetrate through the body’s auric field, thus nesting within the conscience and sub-conscience, profoundly affecting the senses, as well as wearing down the mind and body,” he explains. “Subsequently, it causes a life-tiring overload of stress, thrusting into prolonged, disadvantageous states, of social constraints and professional impediments of optimum performance level.”

For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 888-219-LIFT[4694] or email Dr.SwamprootLiftsU@gmail.com. See ad, page 42.

Breathe Deeply at Free Group Meditation

Natural Awakenings NYC and Long Island Co-Publisher Michael Lehrman will lead this month’s free Mind, Body & Breathe virtual group meditation from 6 to 6:30 p.m., January 18, on Google Meets. Lehrman has practiced meditation for 15 years using mantras and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and created the Mind, Body & Breathe collective to share what he has learned with Natural Awakenings readers. “The benefits of breathing and sitting in meditation are appreciated even more when shared in a group dynamic,” he says.

Lehrman will facilitate the session consisting of specific breathing

techniques, including box breathing, 4-7-8 counts, and rhythm breathing, in combination with this month’s meditation that uses the body as an anchor point utilizing breath, a body scan, and sounds.

“When the holidays clear and we return to normal routines, mid-January can feel an imbalance. This session will help you to reconnect with yourself, calm the body and mind, and integrate the natural rhythms of your breath into your everyday encounters,” says Lehrman.

No experience and no expectations are necessary; participants can choose on or off-camera, and the sessions will not be recorded. Afterward, participants can stay on for an open discussion to learn more about meditation and to connect with other Natural Awakenings readers.

Cost: Free. Location: Google Meets. For more information and to register, call 212-726-1420 or email Publisher@NaturalAwakeningsNY. com. See ad, page 45.

Pod Spa & Wellness Opens in Long Beach

Long Beach is now home to Pod Spa & Wellness, a stunning, brand-new facility that boasts 7,000 square feet of aesthetics, wellness and fitness, including the Rooftop Studio, a sanctuary with floor-to-ceiling windows, delivering a sun-drenched studio that spills into a spectacular sodded outdoor rooftop where classes take place during pleasant weather.

Pod Spa & Wellness caters to both men and women, from adolescence to mature adult individuals or groups. Skin rejuvenation features the most revolutionary lasers, including TriLift, the first facial muscle stimulating machine, providing “a face-lift without the surgery,” says owner Jason Polete. The clinical staff consists of experienced registered nurses and estheticians that expertly guide clients through a personalized aesthetic journey.

A Himalayan salt cave—often featuring sound healing meditation classes— three lavish private infrared sauna suites with in-room rain-head showers, cryotanks to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief, relaxing massage treatments and IV drip services in a candle-lit recliner lounge are some of the other services that promise to reinvigorate the weariest of individuals, whether from travel, illness or an epic night out.

The space provides a variety of classes such as Pilates, yoga, prenatal yoga, infrared hot yoga, rowing, Zumba, total body fusion and interval training. Convenient Zoom classes allow for exercise at home. Monthly workshops focus on stress management and addressing the unification of mind, body and spiritual needs. The studio also entertains corporate and professional groups looking to put a twist on the usual meeting, inspiration trip or bonding retreat.

Location: 221 E. Park Ave., Long Beach. For more information or to schedule an appointment or free consultation, call 888-766-8889 or visit PodSpas.com.

Sea Soundscapes Help Regrow Oyster Reefs

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

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

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

Multiple Benefits for Early Rising Active Seniors

A New Look at Saturated Fat

For decades, conventional wisdom has been that consuming saturated fat is a surefire way to sabotage cardiovascular health, clog arteries and advance the path to a heart attack. A new paper published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology looked at the relationship between consuming saturated fat and the development of cardiovascular disease by conducting a review of articles published between 2010 and 2021 on the subject. The researchers found there is no scientific ground to demonize saturated fat as a cause of cardiovascular disease, and saturated fat naturally occurring in nutrient-dense foods can be safely included in the diet.

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

Two Cups of Tea May Avert Early Death

A few cups of black tea a day might help to avoid an early death, a study published in Annals of Internal Medicine suggests. Among nearly half a million adults ranging from 40 to 69 years old, those that consumed two or more cups of tea a day saw a modest, but lower risk for all causes of mortality over a median follow-up of more than 11 years. Participants of the large cohort study, called UK Biobank, self-reported tea intake from 2006 to 2010, while researchers noted mortality from all causes, including cardiovascular disease, ischemic heart disease, stroke and respiratory disease. The researchers concluded that drinking more than two cups of tea per day can be part of a healthy diet.

HIDDEN GALL BLADDER TROUBLEMAKER

by David Pollack

Unknown to most, the gall bladder can be the cause of many of their unrelated and often common symptoms: shoulder and neck stiffness or pain, hormone imbalances, bloating, nausea, fertility issues, headaches, weight gain, sciatica, poor blood sugar, back pain, dizziness, acid reflux, heartburn, aches and pains, difficulty breathing, dry or oily skin, poor hair quality or loosing hair.

The gall bladder is a pouch located behind the liver. Its job is to store and release the bile into the digestive tract. This is to improve the efficiency of fat digestion. It is an extension of the liver as its functions rely upon it.

Fats are the backbone for most of the body’s hormones, skin and nerve and brain insulation. Poor fat digestion will cause deficiencies or imbalances affecting the function

of those areas. For instance, when fat is not fully digested and remains in the gut, it becomes rancid, causing inflammatory reactions. It may also feed the harmful bacteria and yeasts in the small intestine, causing overgrowth and toxicity. Poor digestion will cause a breakdown of the gut lining, and irritations will expand.

The liver and gall bladder nerves originate in the upper and mid back and could cause reflexive contraction or sensations in other places those nerves control. The gall bladder tends to cause tightness and pain in the right shoulder, even weakening it. This often lays the groundwork for a rotator cuff or frozen shoulder injury.

In our modern life, more than 80,000 chemicals registered by the EPA—many of which are synthetic—enter the body which has no means to metabolize and break the chemicals down. The liver, in its wisdom, encapsulates these intolerable toxins inside the bile, hoping it will be excreted through the digestive tract. Unfortunately, over time the bile becomes thick, much like toothpaste. The thickened bile is not visible on any advanced imaging technique except for stones. It often is only remarked upon after the gall bladder has been surgically removed, which usually has poor long-term outcomes. Without a gall bladder, fats cannot be properly digested, and the above functions will be permanently compromised, causing various symptoms. Most people gain significant weight within five years of their gallbladder removal due to the ensuing hormone imbalances that develop and expand.

There are ways to mitigate these issues, both before and after surgical interventions. Gallbladders are finicky organs. A conservative approach that slowly and smoothly improves its function is the preferred treatment. One way is through using particular enzymes and herbal blends to assist digestion, thin the bile, or detoxify and improve the liver. These functions must be assessed concerning the whole state of health and be done with caution and control. It is strongly recommended that any gall bladder or liver modification be made with qualified and experienced supervision.

Dr. David Pollack specializes in the healing of digestive disorders, thyroid conditions, autoimmune diseases, weight abnormalities, emotional distress and hormone imbalances. His practice, Pollack Wellness Institute, is located at 66 Commack Rd., Ste. 204, Commack. For more information, call 631-4620801 or visit PollackWellness.com. See ad, page 13.

Fermented Foods Could Remedy Bad Breath

Reasearchers have discovered that consuming probiotic bacteria in fermented foods can combat halitosis, or chronic bad breath, which affects more than a quarter of all adults, and can have an impact on both patients’ daily work and social activities. It can even result in anxiety, depression, social isolation and low self-esteem.

The main cause of persistent bad breath is the result of mouth bacteria mixing with food debris left behind when proper dental hygiene isn’t maintained. A dirty tongue and the build-up of tartar between the teeth are often regarded as major causes of bad breath. The study conducted by Dr. Michael Schaefer of the Berlin Medical School and Dr. Paul Enck of the University of Tubingen in Germany was published in the journal BMJ Open. The results point to a possible simple solution—eating fermented foods—to combat halitosis when regular use of mouthwashes, breath sprays, scaling and tongue scraping have not done the trick.

Data analysis from the study showed that breath odor scores fell significantly in those given probiotics including Lactobacillus salivarius, Lactobacillus

reuteri, Streptococcus salivarius and Weissella cibaria in the form of supplements, compared with those that did not, irrespective of the length of the monitoring period. Probiotic bacteria are found in yogurt, sourdough bread, miso soup and other fermented foods.

Sourced by Dr. Jonathan Richter, DDS, FAGD, owner of Cariodontal, located at 310 E. Shore Rd., Ste. 101, Great Neck, NY (516-2820310/Cariodontal.com), and Manhattan Oasis Dentistry, 525 West End Ave., Ste. 1G, New York, NY (212-874-2880/ManhattanOasis Dentistry.com). See ads, pages 25 and back cover.

Rheumatoid arthritis causes enormous suffering and is more and more frequently seen in people. Officially it is considered an autoimmune disease. However, autoimmunity is not the cause; autoimmunity has its causes. Immune cells are produced in the bone marrow and migrate to the vast area of the intestinal mucosa, where they learn to distinguish between what is harmful and what is useful. Arthritis results from a deep damage in the gut microbiome and the intestinal immune system, causing the production of incompetent lymphocytes that will react against the body’s own tissues.

It has been scientifically proven that a vegan raw food diet can reduce the inflammation in the joints. The usual immunosuppressive therapy makes the disease chronic because it does not address the cause, and the patients suffer from side effects, some of which are dangerous.

With a vegetable, raw food diet, on the other hand, the inflammation in the joints quickly subsides and the immunosuppressants can be discontinued after a few weeks. After that, in general, more or less severe degenerative damage remains in the joints. These can be effectively cured with neural therapy and the cartilage can be gradually rebuilt with injections of autologous platelet-enriched plasma.

At the Bircher-Benner Clinic, patients with rheumatoid arthritis have been cured for more than 100 years with success. This way of healing is described in our BircherBenner Manual No. 10: For Patients with Rheumatism and Arthritis, ready for practical use and a path that is worthwhile.

Dr. Andres Bircher is the director of the Bircher-Benner Centre for Scientific Natural Medicine, in Braunwald, Switzerland.

Take a Break at the Back to Our Roots Retreat

Pilates instructor and yoga teacher Monika Harczuk is leading a wellness retreat from March 5 to 11, at a beautiful eco-resort in the jungle of the Quintana Roo coast in Mexico, to remind participants that we have the power within us to live a good life. Her retreats provide a wholesome break for participants’ bodies and minds by focusing on four core pillars: mindful movement, meditation, laughter and learning. She shares tools, practices and techniques that are easy to learn and apply to our daily lives.

The Back to Our Roots Retreat includes private-room accommodations, meals and daily wellness programs such as Pilates, yoga, meditation, dance, sound baths and ancestral Mayan practices. Other activities include pool access surrounded by the breathtaking, lush jungle; access to a private cenote at the premises, a natural freshwater pool caved out of limestone rock; and add-ons ranging from a beach excursion to a nearby natural reservoir in the Caribbean to a sunset dinner in Tulum or other nearby area.

“Being in nature improves our physical and mental health. In our always-on world, our nervous system rarely gets the time it needs to rest and rehabilitate. The constant stimulation of our modern world can make it more difficult to sleep as our minds are constantly whirring, forcing our bodies to work overtime. A break—a retreat from your daily grind—can help reset our nervous system and bring everything back into balance,” says Harczuk.

Attendees will be able to slow down and take a step back to get in touch with what they love.

“When life takes over, we can forget who we are, what makes us tick, what makes us laugh and what makes us feel present,” she says.

“The daily wholesome retreat program is designed to uplift your energy levels, empower your body and quiet your active mind so you can tap into your full strength, clarity and potential!”

Cost: starts at $1250. For more information or to reserve a spot, visit MonikaHarczuk.com/Mexico-Retreats. See ad, page 17.

Reduce Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields

One of the first and most important things

can do to protect

health is to reduce our exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs) by taking the protective measures necessary to keep our body and our immune system healthy and strong. The PolarAid disc, which contains the Lakhovsky coil configuration, is a protection device worn on the body that strengthens the body’s ability

withstand EMFs. In 1925, scientist Georges Lakhovsky showed that oscillator circuits consisting of single-turn loop antennas or multi-turn spirals had great healing abilities upon not only plants, but also on animals and humans as well.

There are hundreds of gadgets that can be bought claiming to provide protection against EMFs, but a vast majority of them do nothing. PolarAid, on the other hand, offers an easy and quick way to increase the flow of vital energy into the body, enhancing cell vibration and supporting and strengthening one’s health. It is one of the most potent EMF protection personal tools that should be integrated into everyone’s health product arsenal.

In the spirit of compassion and sharing, PolarAid Health is offering free shipping on all U.S. and Canada orders for the month of December. The PolarAid device is the perfect Christmas gift for anyone seeking greater overall health and well-being.

To learn more about the science behind PolarAid and to purchase devices, visit PolarAidHealth.com.

Monika Harczuk,

Support the Body’s Water Element

WITH PRODUCTS FROM ENERGY

According to the theory of the five elements in Traditional Chinese Medicine, we can divide the course of the year into five elements or periods. Winter is a cold season when our kidneys and bladder become stressed. These two organs belong to the element of Water, which reigns in winter. This winter, support the body’s Water element with products from Energy that help balance the kidneys, urinary bladder, prostate and joints. Renol and Artrin are two such products that can assist in keeping these areas of the body healthy during this time of year.

Water is the basis of life, not only on planet Earth, but also in our bodies. Both western and Chinese medicine see the kidneys as water-managing organs that decide whether to use or get rid of the liquid. Good condition of the kidneys is necessary for the formation, growth and quality of teeth and bones, and it is reflected in the strength and shine of our hair. Reduced kidney function can manifest

as fatigue, sore throat or angina, but also as fears or sleep talking.

The element of Water can be strengthened with various herbs such as blackcurrant, goldenrod or heather. These and other herbs support the kidneys, have a beneficial effect on inflammation of the bladder, support metabolism and act against rheumatism. In addition to internal use, it is good to find a cream with the named herbs and to support the organs topically as well.

Other ways to support the kidneys are to maintain a proper drinking regimen, prevent the feet and back from getting cold and sleep in a room that isn’t too cold. Seeking the right balance between work and rest can ensure the kidneys get enough time for recuperation.

For more information on membership and products at Energy, visit Product.Energy.

Who’s a

Reader? Meet Dana Costantino

Life’s mission: To be a positive member of the New York City community.

Your Occupation: Advertising Director

Proudest achievements: Being on the Junior Board of Harboring Hearts and earning a yoga certification.

Expectations for the future: Further self-discovery

Favorite app: It’s still Words with Friends. I’m a nerd for words.

Favorite websites: New York Times, Natural Awakenings, IMDB and New York City Ballet

Local causes supported: Harboring Hearts, Planned Parenthood, ASPCA

Favorite thing about Natural Awakenings: Good vibes, healthful tips, community news

Most-frequented healthy-food restaurant: Spicy Moon and Quantum Leap

How do you invest in your community?: Volunteering, donating and helping with community gardens

Favorite quote: Be here now.

What are you doing to be the change you want to see in the world?: Soul searching, therapy and self-discovery, knowing I can take responsibility and always do more to be a better version of myself.

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GRAVITY

friend or foe

by Jean McClelland

The human body was designed with gravity in mind. We are built to use gravity to go up and away from it, utilizing the same force that made Isaac Newton’s famous apple fall and that keeps the moon and planets in their orbits.

Our physiology is quite miraculous. In the muscles between the long bones of our feet are specialized sensory nerve endings called muscle spindles. These respond to gravity by sending a postural reflex through the muscles that keep us upright. This reflex is always working in us, but when we bring awareness to how we use ourselves in relation to gravity, our entire body functions in a much more efficient way. We find a renewed vitality in ourselves in addition to less musculoskeletal pain.

In Alexander Technique lessons, we learn how not to let gravity pull us down. Actor Kevin Kline says, “The many benefits that the Alexander Technique afforded us as actors included about an inch-anda-half of additional height. By balancing and neutralizing tensions, I’ve learned to

relieve, as well as to avoid, the aches and pain caused by the thousands of natural shocks that flesh is heir to.”

For a great practice to stimulate the “up” in our body, take a moment and sense the earth elevating from under one’s feet. Notice that when we let the earth support us in this way, our body and our joints move much more freely, and our breathing becomes easier and fuller. When we push down into our legs to feel the earth in a false idea of grounding, our body stiffens, and we become immobile. Our ribs fix, and we find it hard to breathe. Our legs get heavy.

For further practice, we can imagine the earth moving us as we walk, as if we are on a moving sidewalk in an airport terminal. We will feel as if we are gliding, and we might notice that our eyesight sharpens, and scenery becomes more vivid and alive around us. When a burst of energy is needed during the day, imagine an earth elevator underneath, and say, “Going up!”

Jean McClelland, MAmSAT, is a senior teacher of the Alexander Technique and teaches voice and Alexander Technique in the MFA acting program at Columbia University. For more information, visit JeanMcClellandVoice.com

The Inspiration Of Breath

Reestablish your natural coordinated way of breathing. Strengthen your voice and lungs. Revitalize your body and mind.

Includes almost two hours of video presentation and exercises, written explanation with graphics, and a half hour Skype or video lesson with Jean.

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Jean is a member of the faculty of the the Graduate School of the Arts at Columbia University and one of fewer than a dozen people personally chosen by Carl Stough to teach his principles of breathing coordination.

CANDIDIASIS: The Great Impersonator

The Problem

They come into my office every day, all with different health complaints and suffering in their own special way. No two are exactly the same. Most have been suffering for years and tried everything—almost everything, that is—to get well. While many of those treatments and medicines helped and offered hope, at least for a while, they ultimately failed to stop the neverending discomfort and pain.

All these patients have been told by doctors that they have this condition or that disease—they show the entire range of classic symptoms, don’t they? So then why didn’t the prescribed treatments work? The answer is that the true, underlying cause was missed or ignored. Ignored because it wasn’t recognized as the real “felon,” the real reason for their problem.

The Cause

With your very first childhood dose of antibiotics, or your first bite of non-organic chicken or red meat (most contain traces or more of various antibiotics), the healthy bacteria (probiotics) in your intestine were killed right along with the harmful bacteria that needed to be destroyed. This allowed yeast—the different types of candida, also known as monilia— to overgrow in your intestinal wall. It also allowed bad bacteria to move in and inhabit your intestinal wall, continually secreting toxins into your system.

The Results

What real difference does this make? Well, after years of research, scientists have discovered that this yeast overgrowth weakens the immune system and the body. As each of us is unique, they are weakened to different degrees and in different ways, causing a wide variety of symptoms, often leading to a misdiagnosis.

What’s worse is that while most doctors know the condition of yeast overgrowth exists, they “don’t see the forest” (as the saying goes) because there are too many trees in the way! They either don’t believe or don’t recognize the relationship between yeast overgrowth and health problems. The symptoms, conditions and illnesses are so varied that it’s hard to believe that they all could have a single cause.

Believe it or not, this is just a partial list of symptoms that have been associated with this horrible illness (found on numerous anti-candidiasis websites):

• constant, excessive fatigue

• brain fog and trouble concentrating

• anxiety and depression

• mood swings and irritability

• poor memory

• learning difficulties

• hyperactivity

• obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)

• angry outbursts

• headaches or migraines

• intense cravings for sugars, sweets and breads (carbohydrates)

• abdominal gas and bloating, stomach pain and digestive problems

• acid reflux

• cravings for alcohol

• skin problems (infections, eczema, psoriasis, acne, itchiness)

• vaginitis

• rectal itching

• diarrhea/constipation

• sinus inflammation

• premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

• hormonal problems

• low sex drive

• inability to become pregnant

• dizziness

• persistent cough

• muscle weakness

• sensitivity to fragrances and/or other chemicals

• thrush

• athlete’s foot and nail fungus

• sore throat

• chronic muscle and/or joint pain

• herpes outbreaks

• environmental allergies

It’s hard to believe that one problem can cause all these different symptoms. But if you suffer from one or more, or know someone who does, please don’t give up hope (although you may already have). Read on.

The Answer

The answer to this persistent health dilemma consists of a necessary combination of three things: a temporary dietary change (anti-candida diet); Doctors Biome Colon Health™, a special kind of probiotics that adhere to the intestinal wall (available at DoctorsBiome.com); and most importantly, in very resistant cases, intravenous ozone therapy. Without all three, failure to get well may be the result, as it has been with most people.

More information about this amazing, safe and effective treatment is available at OzoneWithoutBorders.ngo; on my website, OzoneDoctor.net; and on my radio show, “Functional Medicine with Dr. Robins,” which is archived but live each week on VoiceAmerica.com’s Health and Wellness Channel. You can also call my office at 212-581-0101. See ad, page 3.

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MY FRUITFUL BODY NUTRITION

Nurturing From the Inside Out

by Natural Awakenings Staff

Angela Houlie is a registered dietitian nutritionist and founder of My Fruitful Body Nutrition. She works with individuals and families to help them experience food freedom, making the process of choosing healthy foods as simple and stress-free as possible. As an expert in nutrition, Houlie offers individualized nutrition counseling services, group counseling and corporate wellness partnerships.

The diet industry perpetuates the false concept of “good” and “bad” foods. In truth, all food is fuel, and all foods are allowed in a healthy diet, unless there is a medical reason not to. Nourishing the body should be sustainable and obtainable, which means including all foods in a healthy diet. At My Fruitful Body Nutrition, Houlie coaches the organic process of nurturing the body from the inside out, while helping clients find what nourishes their body so they can live a long and healthy life.

Together, Houlie and clients focus on meals that can be made quickly from simple ingredients using techniques that fit one’s lifestyle. During sessions, people discover their habits and goals

and dig deep into the root cause behind their eating behaviors. Using mindful eating techniques and tools like workbooks, visuals and knowledge-based skills, clients gain confidence in their food choices and learn concepts like how to eat slower and more mindfully, meal planning for mindful eating, using the hunger scale to eat intuitively and so much more.

Traditional intuitive eating can feel challenging—we are supposed to trust our body to make good food choices. “Mindful eating puts you in charge, not in control,” she says. “Instead of the extremes of trying to stay in control at any given time, you have the freedom and flexibility to fuel yourself the way you want to mindfully.”

Houlie understands how difficult it is to break free from wrong beliefs about food choices. Her own journey is what led her to pursue this line of work and find My Fruitful Body Nutrition. “Without knowledge, how can we fully make the right choices?” she asks. Houlie offers her knowledge, along with tools and accountability, to help individuals heal their relationship with food and stop dieting for good.

“We need to eat to support our daily lives but figuring out what to eat should be the easiest part of our day; it shouldn’t make us feel stressed,” she maintains. Using simple and realistic ideas, clients leave sessions saying, “I never thought nutrition would be this easy.”

Nutrition counseling services are insurance-based or through self-pay and are packaged to individuals and families. Houlie has authored her first book, My Fruitful Pregnancy: A Complete & Easy Guide to Pregnancy Nutrition, and is working on a selfpaced, six-week online course that will be offered to supplement the book. She also plans to expand to offer group courses on mindful eat ing practices.

Working with her, clients can eliminate fad diets, restrictions, guilt and shame, see the fruits of all their body can achieve and learn to understand what Houlie reminds each person, “You are wonderfully made, and you are worth it!”

For more information, call 516-592-2974, email  Angela@MyFruitfulBody.com or visit MyFruitfulBody.com. See ad, page 28.

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Living the Miracle with Dr. Mike Berlin

by Natural Awakenings Staff

Dr. Mike Berlin begins another session of his 12-week Living the Miracle program in February. This course is for anyone experiencing stress, worry, guilt, conflict or emotional pain, and who wants to be free to live with more profound inner peace, love, spiritual connection and empowered authenticity. The three-month program starts February 7 and meets over Zoom every Tuesday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. All sessions are recorded and can be kept for reviewing as often as one likes.

Natural Awakenings readers will receive a free consultation before the program begins to address his/her particular stressor and two one-hour, one-on-one rapid transformation sessions with Berlin after the three-month course has been completed.

Our staff had a conversation with him to learn more about the program, his methods and system, and what participants can expect.

What does Living the Miracle mean?

Living the Miracle is all about learning how to truly live coming from love and your truest self. It teaches how to re-engineer our past emotional hurts and traumas to completely heal our past and learn to continuously live connected to our unique, empowered selves— that is, to live the miracle that we already are! It is not personal growth as much as it is spiritual growth, defined as being about reaching out to and connecting with our Soul’s purpose. It is a method of becoming more harmonious with life around us, developing our own feelings of inner power and strength that leads to living a happier life.

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Each week, participants watch a module on one of the 5 Sacred Life Skills at home. Then, we discuss it in class, answer questions and help participants apply it to their lives. Action

steps in between classes help everyone apply what they are learning to their lives. My unique, proprietary process is very hands on and participatory, complete with midweek tools and support.

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From childhood hurts, traumas and neglect, we learn to come more from the fear and mistrust part of our brains. These unproductive/destructive life skills don’t allow us to create and cultivate the loving, mature and empowered relationships that we need to experience life’s true joy, peace, love, and abundance. Without these, we accumulate emotional hurt, guilt, anger, shame, loneliness and fear. The more fearful we become, the more we feel we need to control people and things inside and outside us. We begin to try to continuously manage our lives and emotional well-being. As this happens, we continually act out and become reactionary; our emotional suffering continues to grow. My work shows exactly how to reverse this and, using the 5 Sacred Life Skills live an authentic life, connected to our true heart and soul as a spiritual being having a unique, authentic and fulfilling human experience. You will be able to transform any stress and conflict in the moment and continually live with much more peace, purpose and passion.

What precisely are the five sacred life skills?

1. How to live from love and trust instead of living out of fear and mistrust.

2. Living empowered by absolutely knowing that only we are in charge of our own emotional well-being.

3. Learning why and how to love and forgive ourselves (and others) completely.

4. Being able to get connected fast and continuously live in the present moment, especially when we are triggered.

5. Being free to know and express our truth with passion, compassion and appropriate boundaries.

When we master these 5 Sacred Life Skills, we will live connected with our true selves (soul), God/Spirit and all life. When we express and experience ourselves from this connection, then we can truly live our profound truth and soul’s purpose.

How will I get to my most profound truth? Will I know it in 90 days? Our deepest values are our soul’s calling; those things that we always want to get, give and stand for, without exception. We can come to know them in 90 days, or at least begin to know them and how to keep cultivating them.

How is confidentiality taken care of? Will participants share personally with others in the sessions? The program is limited to 10 people. Participants can share as much or as little information as they want with the group; however, we encourage individuals to step out of their comfort zone and be vulnerable and brave enough to share. The more that someone puts in, the more they will get out. However, it is not required. Also, all recorded sessions are in a private, password-protected folder that only our group can access.

Is there any follow-up support provided after the three-month course? For a low monthly fee of $49, participants get access to our members-only site that has all my recorded masterclasses, upcoming masterclasses, discounts on supplements and other products to reduce stress and tension. They also can attend one group coaching class per month!

The course costs $1,997. For more information, call 516-780-3351 or visit DrMikeBerlin.com/ LivingTheMiracle. See ad, page 23.

BRAIN POWER BOOSTERS

TIPS TO PRESERVE MEMORY AT ANY AGE

by Sheryl Kraft

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

Eating for Cognitive Power

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

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

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

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

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

~ANNIE FENN, M.D.

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

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

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

Brain-Nourishing Supplements and Stress Reduction

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

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

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

Medicinal Herbs for Mental Clarity

Heather Houskeeper is a certified herbalist, long-distance hiker and author. When venturing out into the wild, she is able to spot and identify hundreds of medicinal herbs, including her favorite, top five

memory boosters, starting with Ginkgo biloba, as well as:

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

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

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

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

Slumber Savvy

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

High-quality sleep is key to reactivating memories, especially recalling the names of people we’ve recently met, according to Northwestern University researchers.

Other experts have reported a strong association between sleep and the formation of memories. Strive for uninterrupted and deep sleep, as follows:

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

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

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

n Shut off all electronics.

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

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

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

Cooling the Fire Within

by Tom O’Bryan

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

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

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

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

Start at age 80—women and men add 3.4 years So, it is never too late to start a positive activity.

This improved diet gets to the underlying causes of most of the reasons Americans die. According to the National Institutes of Health, 14 of the top 15 causes of death in 2019 were chronic inflammatory diseases. This means it is more than likely that the cause has existed for a long time under the surface (chronic), with too much inflammation for too long (inflammatory), affecting the brain, cardiovascular system, blood sugar system or wherever there is a genetic weak link (disease). Rather than ask what the ailment is, ask, “Where is the long-term, hidden inflammation coming from that is fueling this disease?”

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

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

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

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

Begin today. Just bringing up to awareness the question, “Is this food inflammatory or anti-inflammatory?” will feed our health habits, and over time, healthier habits equal a healthier life.

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

More than Skin Deep

HEALING THE HEARTBREAK OF PSORIASIS

by Lorraine Maita

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Psoriasis affects approximately 3 percent of the U.S. population. According to Dr. Mark Hyman, founder of the Institute of Functional Medicine, the condition involves terrible suffering from scaly, itchy, inflamed and peeling skin; aching joints; burning genitals; broken nails; and the resulting depression that inevitably comes from such conditions—all of which explains why it is often referred to as “the heartbreak of psoriasis.”

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

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

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

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

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

Psoriasis Triggers

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

Stress

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

Trauma or Toxins

The NPF states that physical trauma can induce the development of psoriatic plaques. Toxins such as smoking and

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

Antigens or Adverse Food Reactions

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

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

Inflammation or Infections

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

Nutrition

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

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

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

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

Milton Mills on Optimizing Health with a Plant-Based Diet

by Julie Marshall

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

because of saturated fats. There is a reason that patients recovering from heart events are medically advised to eat plants and eliminate meat, fish and poultry. One National Institutes of Health study shows that a vegan diet can even reverse heart disease.

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

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

for energy. Salads are great, but humans are not rabbits, and we need a variety of good protein sources, such as beans, grains, root vegetables and legumes. Being vegan is like sex, if you aren’t enjoying it, you aren’t doing it correctly.

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

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

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

What kinds of health issues can a vegan diet address?

A plant-based diet can address all of the major health issues. Cardiac disease is clearly shown to be directly related to eating animals

I thought that I would never be able to change, because my mom made the greatest pork chops. But as soon as I realized that the drive to eat meat is all about habit and is emotion-based, I asked God for help, and he answered. I advise my patients to find help for themselves on how to break their habit, too, rather than toy with it. If you are an alcoholic, do you allow yourself to only drink on some days? It’s also important to realize that we need calories

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

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

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The infamous “silver filling” is also known as a dental amalgam or mercury filling. The modern dental amalgam was first conceived in 1816 by the French dentist, Dr. Auguste Taveau, but earlier versions go back to the Tang Dynasty. Amalgams contain different combinations of silver, nickel, zinc, copper and tin inside a mercury matrix.

Are dental amalgams safe?

The main exposure of the mercury in a

dental amalgam is from mercury vapor that is released during its placement, the act of chewing on it and later removal of the amalgam. This mercury vapor is essentially inhaled into the lungs and is absorbed and accumulates in various organs such as kidney, brain, lung, liver, gastro-intestinal tract and the exocrine glands, possibly leading to autoimmune dysfunctions in the body. After about 20 years, the amalgam material starts to corrode and leak, thereby allowing pathogens from the mouth to contaminate the tooth. The larger problem with amalgams is they are more rigid than our natural teeth. This causes the tooth to naturally flex around the mercury filling causing stress cracks, which can ultimately compromise the overall health and well-being of the tooth.

If you are considering removal of mercury fillings, it is critical that it be done correctly. Even with professionals trained in safe removal, do not assume all dentists have the same level of skill and expertise. At Integrative Dental Specialists of Long Island, Dr. Etess and his team can help you make the correct decision regarding your existing dental amalgams and other dental issues. The office has the specialized dental skill set and the most modern

equipment to ALWAYS treat patients with the best and safest care. The most biocompatible, premium dental materials available today are continuously used. Dental integrity is what Dr. Etess represents. If it cannot be done correctly, the procedure isn’t done at all.

Teeth with amalgam fillings require even more maintenance than teeth without, no matter how well they are taken care of. Dr. Etess utilizes the most effective disinfection protocols and master skills and precision in technique when performing tooth restoration. Anything less will just not be successful in the long term.

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Health in a Smile

A HOLISTIC SOLUTION TO IMPAIRED MOUTH SYNDROME IN CHILDREN

by Brooke Goode

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

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

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

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

“Rarely does managing symptoms result in a healthy child,” says Ben Miraglia, DDS, a board member of the American Academy of Physiological Medicine & Dentistry. IMS symptoms improve when the jaws are activated to grow to their full potential. This is now possible with a partnership between parents and a new breed of dentists known

as Airway-centered Mouth Doctors (AMD) that receive specialized training on the syndrome and its treatment.

These specialists work in the realm of whole health, looking at the interconnectedness of the body rather than individual body parts in isolation. They collaborate

with other doctors and therapists, including myofunctional therapists that devise exercises for the mouth muscles and encourage nasal breathing. AMDs also work with dietitians to devise a bone-building diet free of the toxins, pollutants and chemicals found in processed foods that can impair normal facial development. AMDs approach the condition without drugs or surgery, often without having to use braces which can result in a deflated mid-face. By designing retainer-like oral appliances to be placed over the teeth, they spur the growth and alignment of the jaws to help widen the airway and support sleep.

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

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

n Diagnosis of an impaired mouth by a trained AMD

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

n Eating a non-inflammatory, bonebuilding diet

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

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

Brooke Goode is the national editor for KnoWEwell, the Regenerative Whole Health hub.

HOLISTIC DENTAL

WELLNESS

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:

• Metal Free Braces – Clear Aligner Therapy

• Metal Free Zirconia Implant Placement

• SMART Certified Safe Mercury Removal

Norman Bressack, D.D.S., P.C.

has been dedicated to practicing healthy holistic dentistry for over 35 years. He is not only a mercury free dentist but a “mercury safe” dentist as well. Meaning that he uses safe removal protocols to ensure the protection of the patient, staff, environment and himself from exposure to mercury during the amalgam removal process.

Dr. Bressack’s mission is to treat his patients in the most healthy, caring, compassionate, and holistic way possible. Most importantly, he wants his patients to feel warm, welcome and happier when they leave than when they came in.

• Member of The International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology

• Member of the International Association of Mercury-free Dentists

• Trained At The Huggins Diagnostic Center

• Mercury Free & BPA Free Composite Fillings

• 90% Less Radiation with Computer X-Ray Imaging

• Over 45 Years Experience Dedicated to our Patient’s Needs

• Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatments with Scientifically Proven Results

• Metal Free Crowns & Cosmetic Dentistry

• Teeth Whitening

• Oral Pathology Screening with Velscope

• Tens Cam Treatments – Energetic Healing for Pain & Inflammation

• Ozone Therapy

• Free 15 min Consult for 2nd Opinion of Proposed Treatment

• Natural Bone Grafting with Stem Cells and PRF – Platelet Rich Fibrin

Hidden Dangers in Pet Food

THE SCARY TRUTH ABOUT TOXIC INGREDIENTS

by Karen Becker

Among the many reasons to switch from ultra-processed diets to fresh food for our furry family members, unwanted toxins are high on the list. Because pet food manufacturers are not required to conduct quality control testing, consumers never know exactly what toxins their dogs and cats are inadvertently ingesting. According to PetFoodIndustry.com, “Some level of contamination is unavoidable.” Here is a look at the most common toxins found in many popular pet foods.

ARSENIC is used in herbicides, insecticides, wood preservatives and insulation,

as well as in chicken feed in factory farms. According to Greg Aldrich, Ph.D., associate professor and pet food program coordinator at Kansas State University, “The measured presence of arsenic in pet foods does not equate to toxicity for this naturally occurring earth element.” While this may be true, bioaccumulation can do significant damage over time if sublethal doses are consistently consumed. The gastrointestinal tract, liver, kidneys, lungs, blood vessels and skin are most vulnerable to arsenic damage, which interferes with hormones and causes cancer and death. To help pets with elevated arsenic levels, try iodine- and sele-

nium-rich foods, including sea vegetables and Brazil nuts; sulfurous foods like garlic; alpha lipoid acid; and N-acetylcysteine.

MERCURY is released into the air and waterways primarily through burning coal, and seafood is the most common route of exposure. It is best not to feed pets an exclusive diet of fish protein. On the other hand, seafood contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential to a pet’s wellbeing. Consider feeding them low-mercury options like wild-caught salmon, sardines packed in water, mussels or rainbow trout in rotation with other proteins, or

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supplementing their diet with krill oil or an omega-3 fatty acid that is third-party validated as contaminant-free and sustainably sourced. Mercury detoxification can be achieved by using chlorella and cilantro.

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

BISPHENOL A (BPA) is used in plastics and coatings inside pet food cans. It imitates the body’s hormones, especially estrogen, in ways that are damaging to

the health of both humans and animals. A 2017 study conducted by researchers at the University of Missouri concluded that even a short-term (two-week) feeding of canned dog food resulted in a three-fold increase of BPA in dogs. Avoid canned pet foods and #7 plastic food and water bowls and storage bins. Provide ongoing BPA detoxification support by offering foods rich in Lactobacillus acidophilus (kefir and yogurt) and glutathione-rich foods, including culinary and medicinal mushrooms.

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

AFLATOXIN contamination has been the

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

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

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

inspiration

Welcoming the Unknown

by Marlaina Donato

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

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

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

With no concept of limitation or worry of scraped knees, we once learned to walk, happily undiscouraged when we stumbled. That first spark of eager curiosity remains

deep in our memory, not confined to youth. Embracing possibility this year can be a subtle, mantra-in-motion as we go through our days, a cellular willingness to expect an outcome tailored specifically for us. Here are some prompts for embracing possibility:

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

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

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

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

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

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Acupuncture

KATE MANSFIELD ACUPUNCTURE

716 Greenwich Street, the West Village NYC & 41 Union Square West, NYC 929-277-0760

katemansfieldacu@gmail.com

katemansfieldacupuncture.com

5 Element acupuncture in the West Village and Union Square, providing an integrative approach to health and wellness, bringing the whole of you back into balance, alleviating symptoms, and improving your overall sense of wellbeing. See ad, page 31.

Alexander Technique

JEAN MCCLELLAND, MMUS., MAMSAT JeanMcClellandVoice.com

Private lessons and workshops: voice, breathing and Alexander Technique. Jean McClelland has more than 40 years’ experience as a performer and teacher. She has helped thousands of students free their bodies, strengthen their breathing, and uncover the natural beauty of their voices. See ad, page 20.

Chiropractors

ATLAS ORTHOGONAL CHIROPRACTIC

Paul V. Scarborough, DC, BCAO

77 Pond Field Rd., 1F-2A 914-704-3005

AtlasOrthogonist.com

Dr. Paul Scarborough has relocated to Bronxville, NY from his NYC location to continue practicing Atlas Orthogonal, a subspecialty in Chiropractic. Specific xrays are taken utilizing state of the art equipment, treatment is administered with the Atlas Orthogonal Percussion adjusting instrument, secondary treatments are incorporated as needed.

CENTER FOR THE ALIGNMENT OF BODY, MIND & SPIRIT

Dr. Gina Marino Wantagh 516-221-3500 Align-Me.com

Dr. Marino utilizes a combination of gentle chiropractic spinal adjustments, Reiki and bodywork to reduce pain, lessen the effects of stress on your system, restore flexibility and ensure optimum vitality. See ad, page 14.

Clinincal Nutrition

THE BIAMONTE CENTER FOR CLINICAL NUTRITION

Michael Biamonte, CCN 2185 34th Ave, Suite 14D Astoria, NY 11106 347-523-4703 NewYorkCityCandidaDoctor.com

Michael Biamonte has been in practice for over 30 years, is the author of “The Candida Chronicles” and is a World Recognized Candida elimination expert. His office has proprietary software developed for NASA that helps identify and treat all nutritional deficiencies. Offering both online and In-Person appointments.

Coaching

CANDIDA R DIAZ 917-834-6211 Coaching: CandidaRDiaz.com

Therapy: FacetoFaceCounseling.com Instagram @CandidaRDiaz

Candida R Diaz is a licensed psychotherapist turned Life Coach specializing in working with women who, over the years, have neglected themselves and who are now ready to put themselves first. She coaches women eager to invest in themselves and looking for higher self-worth, increased self-confidence, and a solid mindset to accomplish their goals in life. See ad, page 35.

LIVING THE MIRACLE

Dr. Michael Berlin 516-822-8499

drmikeberlin/livingthemiracle

Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxiety? My unique proprietary method will help you break free into deep inner peace, purpose, and passion…forever. Find out how you can release your true inner self and transform stress and conflict once and for all. Call now for a free consultation. See ad, page 23.

MOVE YOUR BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL with THE INTUITION BUSINESS ADVANTAGE

Nanci Deutsch, LCSW, CHt., Intuitive Breakthrough Expert Nancideutsch.com Nanci@nancideutsch.com 516-637-2446

Are you a woman coach, healer, therapist, or entrepreneur who is ready to move your business to the next level, but you are lacking the confidence, or not sure what is keeping you from growing your business, or you are feeling blocked by limiting beliefs and emotions? Then reach out and connect with Nanci.

Nanci Deutsch has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 30 years and is a Certified Intuitive Energy Coach. She uniquely combines her counseling, coaching and intuitive abilities to transform women’s personal and professional lives. She leads groups and training programs that help women take their business to the next levels of intuition, income, and impact.

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Compound Pharmacy

THE CHEMIST SHOP

Manhattan: 30 East 40th Street 212-684-5125

Astoria: 30-15 38th Avenue 718-472-0900

TheChemistShopPharmacy.com

Here’s why you’ll want to use the Chemist Shop Pharmacy: Quality Ingredients and Excellent Personalized care. Whether in-person or on the phone, you’ll receive excellent care every time from highly trained pharmacists. We mix compounds in-house from only the highest quality ingredients for personalized medicine. See ad, page 4.

Conscious Centers

AUM SHANTI BOOKSHOP

230 E 14th St, NYC 212-260-2866 • AumShantiBookshop.com

Aum Shanti Bookshop is a community-oriented spiritual gallery providing offerings that inspire clarity, guidance and inspiration on one’s journey. They offer high-vibration, reikicharged and spiritually energized items such as a semi-precious gems and tumbled stones, one-of-a kind rare crystal specimens and clusters, beautifully hand-crafted jewelry made with love and empowering energy. Join for tarot, psychic and astrology readings.

NAMASTE BOOKSHOP & HEALING CENTER

2 W 14th St, NYC 212-645-0141

NamasteBookshop.com

Namaste Bookshop and Heal ing Center offers a unique and large selection of East ern 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 is the greatest gift, contentment the greatest wealth, faithfulness the best relationship.

~Buddha

UNITED PALACE OF SPIRITUAL ARTS 4140 Broadway, NYC 212-568-6700 • UPSpiritualArts.org

As an inclusive spiritual community, the United Palace of Spiritual Arts seeks to cultivate compassion, wisdom, and peace through spiritual practices born of the great wisdom traditions, sacred service, and joyous connection to spirit through music, arts and entertainment. Join us online for weekly nondenominational services, a virtual sanctuary, and more!

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 43.

Herbal Remedies

HERBASWAY 800-672-7322 • HerbaSway.com

Founded in 1996, HerbaSway Laboratories is located in Wallingford, CT. Our formulas are based on traditional herbal combinations that have been used for thousands of years.  Using only the purest ingredients and wild-crafted herbs, in combination with the latest Western scientific research, HerbaSway’s formulas are synergistically blended to produce optimal balance in your body. See ad, page 29.

Holistic Dentistry

CARIODONTAL

A Place for Dental Wellness

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

310 E Shore Rd, Great Neck • 516-282-0310

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, mercury-free dentistry, TMJ disorder and treatment, treatment for sleep disorders, Invisalign and orthodontics, dental implant, sleep apnea. Payment plans available. See ad, back cover.

EDWARD J DEGEL, DDS

92-42 Queens Blvd., Rego Park, NY 718-429-6867

Holistic dentistry for the entire family. Initial exam and exray $99. Safe removal of mercury fillings with oxygen and lower level lasers. We also offer metal-free crowns and bridges.

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 35.

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 ad, page 33.

Holistic Dentistry

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. See ad, page 5.

TRIBECA CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE HOLISTIC DENTISTS

17 Park Place, NYC 212-732-2200 • Holistic-Dentists.com

Dr. Lewis Gross has more than 31 years’ experience providing holistic dentistry to adults and children with his staff of dental specialists and integrative practitioners. Offering less invasive and more natural solutions for patients with difficult dental issues and those who seek just a good family dentist. Our recently renovated, stateof-the-art facility, offers among other things, laser dentistry, metal-free implants, non-invasive oral cancer screening, ozone and alternatives to surgery and root canal.

Holistic Health Center

CLEANSING CONCEPTS

353 Lexington Ave, Suite 1603 New York, NY • 212-256-0032 269 East Main St, Suite F1 Smithtown, NY • 631-656-6313 825 East Gate Blvd. Garden City, NY • 516-640-5322 2 Bridge Ave, Suite 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 19.

Learning Center Online

THE OPEN CENTER OpenCenter.org

The Open Center presents programs of exceptional depth and integrity, concentrating in five major areas: contemplative and spiritual traditions; health and wellness; psychology; society and ecology; and creativity and the arts. Programs and teachers focused on understanding health and mind-body healing, depth psychology, mystical and esoteric traditions, compassionate dying, socially responsible investing, humanity’s impact on the Earth and renewable energy, untapped sources for creativity in the arts, and what we can learn from world cultures.

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 31.

Metaphysical Services

DR. SWAMPROOT, CLAIRVOYANTINTUITIVE MYSTIC 888-219-Lift (4694)

Dr.SwamprootliftsU@gmail.com

Bring your problems: past, present, and future - Offering: in-depth readings, Spiritual guidance, dream interpretations, neutralization of adversaries, blossoming true love into your life’s path, ghost eradication, purification & renewing of your Aura - Spirit - Soul for the attainment of transcendental and incandescent peace. Consult confidentially with a distinguished spiritual master today.

Nature & Hiking

MRNATURALNYC Roger Dubin 917-699-6492 MrNaturalNYC@gmail.com Instagram @MrNaturalNYC

My mission is to connect people with the beauty and health benefits of hiking and nature. I share this on my Instagram and practice it by supervising over 60 miles of trails in Harriman State Park and being a hike leader and naturalist for the Nature Place Day Camp. I am also the Marketing Director for Natural Awakenings where I help people and businesses further healthy living on a healthy planet. Email me for hiking tips and route suggestions. Find Hikes: www.NYNJTC.org. Expose your kids to Nature: www.thenatureplace.com

Naturopathic Medicine

FINKER WELLNESS Bellmore 516-765-3272 • DrFinker.com

~Renee Peterson Trudeau

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 11.

Nurturing yourself is not selfish–it’s essential to your survival and your well-being.

POLLACK WELLNESS INSTITUTE

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 13.

Online Retail

SACRED SPACE 69, LLC

Theresa Mayo

Angela Valeroso

Brooklyn, NY

SacredSpace69@gmail.com https://sacredspace69.com

Sacred Space 69 (SS69) is Gen-X Owned. Filipina Owned. We are Wellness Enthusiasts and Light Workers. SS69 sells a variety of offerings from crystals and bracelets; to a wide array of tarot card decks, space sprays, handmade candles, and soaps that help with holistic healing. Journey with Us, as we welcome YOU to our Tribe. See ad, page 27.

Ozone Therapy

DR. HOWARD ROBINS

The Healing Center 200 W 57th St, Ste 807, NYC 212-581-0101 • DrHowardRobins@gmail.com

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 & 21.

Pyschotherapy

PRESENT CENTERED THERAPIES

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

Spiritual Counseling

DR. HEATHER SHEA

Everyday Knowings

EverydayKnowings.com heather@everydayknowings.com

Live a life full of purpose, passion, and potential. You already know what you want, right? To lose weight, get a new job, have great relationships, have exciting travel, or perhaps a dream home. But how? Explore options with a stress-free free consultation.

YOLA'S CHILD

Rev. Nancy Dominique Dessables, LMSW Glen Oaks, NY 516-703-4616 • yolaschild.com

Spiritual Counseling (SC) is a gentle, caring, therapeutic approach that honors your unique spiritual beliefs. It is not about proselytizing but rather about honoring what spirituality means to you. SC can help you cultivate a deeper sense of peace, experience greater joy, find meaning and purpose, and heal from life's inevitable traumas and setbacks. Schedule a 40-minute pro-bono session with me today. Together we will develop a fee structure that works for you.

Wellness Products / Dietary Supplements

ENERGY USA INC 917-400-3194 info@product.energy product.energy

Worldwide manufacturer and seller of herbal drops, herbal creams, and vitamins based on the principles of TCM. Our products may serve as prevention, support, replenishment, and relief for many common illnesses and harmonize body and mind—online orders and consultations at product.energy. See ad, page 18.

Natural Virus Killer Copper can stop a virus

before it starts

By Doug Cornell

Scientists have discovered a natural way to kill germs fast.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

He hasn’t had a cold in 10 years.

Users say:

“It works! I love it!”

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

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

“Sixteen flights, not a sniffle!”

“Cold sores gone!”

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

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

“Best sleep I’ve had in years!”

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

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

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

Soon people found other things they could use it against.

Colds Flu

Virus variants

Sinus trouble

Cold sores

Fever blisters

Canker sores

Strep throat Night stuffiness

Morning congestion

Nasal drip

Infected sores

Infected wounds Styes Warts Ringworm Other microbial threats

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

The EPA says copper works just as well when tarnished.

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

CopperZap® is made in the USA of pure copper. It has a 90-day full money back guarantee. Price $79.95. Get $10 off each CopperZap with code NATA34

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

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

New research: Copper kills viruses in seconds.

MIND • BODY • BREATH FREE Natural Awakenings Meditation Group

Hosted by Michael Lehrman Co-Publisher, Natural Awakenings NYC & Long Island

The free sessions are open to ALL, with no experience and no expectations necessary, honoring a collective coming together of Natural Awakenings readers.

Wednesday, January 18

6:00-6:30pm / Google Meets

To learn more or register, contact publisher@naturalawakeningsny.com or call: 212-726-1420

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

JUMPSTART YOUR HOLISTIC PRACTICE / BUSINESS

Carol Leitner, MBA.

Fridays, January 13 & 27 noon - 1pm

Carol Leitner, a marketer and certified Kripalu Yoga instructor, is accepting clients and holistic doctors/practitioners for her January program. Included is business and holistic/spiritual coaching by Carol and her team of experts on effective marketing and use of social media (Facebook and Linkedin); networking that works; creating alternative income streams; raising the emotional temperature of potential clients; showing your value and charging appropriately, etc.

Leitner will market a networking event for the client, who will then present services and products there. The client will also have the opportunity to have an article published in Natural Awakenings magazine.

Info: Call 516-242-8270, email carolleitner1@gmail.com

MARK

CALENDAR

MARCONICS

In-Person

Certified Practitioner Training

Immerse yourself in the energies of Ascension with like-minded seekers as you explore the deeper truths of humanity’s origins and your role in the shifting galactic paradigm.

Upcoming Workshops: LEVEL I MARCONICS 'NO-TOUCH' January 7-8 Long Beach, NY

LEVELS I - III INTENSIVES* MARCONICS 'NO-TOUCH', 'INTEGRATED CHAKRA UNIFICATION' & 'QUANTUM RECALIBRATION' January 21-25 • Bethlehem, PA February 18-22 • Sugarloaf NY March 29 - April 2 • Lake Worth, FL

*Classes may be taken separately Robin Landau, Marconics Master Teacher 516-369-3653 RobinJoyLandau@gmail.com www.MARCONICS.com

Complementary & Alternative Cancer Therapies Conference

THE ANNIE APPLESEED PROJECT

An all-volunteer cancer nonprofit will host its 15th Complementary & Alternative Cancer Therapies conference. Open to patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and others, a full lineup of speakers will introduce and educate attendees on complementary cancer therapies, lifestyle changes, and holistic approaches to treatment and recovery.

February 23-25

Embassy Suites Hotel, in West Palm Beach 561-749-0084 or visit AnnieAppleseedProject.org/CAMConference-2023.html

Monika Harzcuk, Retreat Director

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