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May is the month we celebrate moms, and so our May issue focuses on women’s health—something I barely thought about in my youth. Back then I felt invincible. I could eat just about anything and never worried about the repercussions. But now, as a mature woman, I have more doctor visits on my calendar, and I am hyperaware of just about anything that seems amiss. Too much worrying about this stuff isn’t helpful either; stress causes a whole host of physiological issues. Our feature article, “Integrative Women’s Wellness,” is a noteworthy read, as it bring us up to date on five main diseases affecting women and how to prevent them. Steps as simple as taking turmeric or eating wild-caught fish can help us stave off certain illnesses and live longer, healthier lives. The life expectancy for women in America is 81 years old; for men it’s 77. Globally it’s 75 years old for women and 70 for men. Unfortunately, due to Covid-19, we will probably see a decrease in longevity worldwide. I am blessed to have a mother who is 92 and in superb physical health, but sadly dementia has robbed her brain. She never smoked, maintained a healthy weight, ate nutritious food and was very involved with friends, music, theater and reading. Could she have done more to prevent this disease? My family will never know, but maybe we can look for the answers to help ourselves. With every issue of Natural Awakenings, and this one in particular, our goal is to provide you with knowledge you can incorporate into your life to stay as healthy as possible for as long as possible. Enjoying a green smoothie every morning after your workout, reserving a few minutes for a midday meditation session, adding nuts to your diet as your new snack food, or buying nontoxic cookware and cleaners—all these habits are great ways to start. As careful as I am about what I put in my system, I know there’s always more I can do. Reading this month’s feature article and others helps keep my mind grounded and my eyes on the future—where I want to be 10, 20, 30 years down the road. I want to be as active and lucid as possible, and to be around to see my kids get married and have children. Whatever it takes in this thing called life, we have one chance to try and get it right. Have a blessed Mother’s Day filled with love, health and family!
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and amino acids. What we put on our hair makes a difference too. In general, Nutrafol warns against any hair products containing heavy chemicals: “Applying chemicals to the hair via products (especially coloring or bleaching agents) can lead to damage known as traumatic alopecia. Harsh chemicals in everyday haircare products can also cause irritation and inflammation to both the scalp and hair follicle. Whenever possible, choose products with more natural ingredients. Look for keywords on labels such as ‘organic,’ ‘non-GMO’ and ‘paraben-free.’” Monica Martelo, owner of the Organic Color Bar, in Bethpage, calls it a “farm-to-chair” approach. “Every product we use is plant based, organic, fair trade, and most are vegan,” she says. “Everything is sourced directly to ensure its active natural ingredients are at their peak.” Organic Color Bar offers cuts and colors as well as organic hair-wellness programs, including keratin, scalp “facials” and hair-building treatments. Organic Color Bar is located at 280B Broadway, Bethpage, NY. For appointments or information, call 516-396-1880 or visit OrganicColorBar.com. See ad, page 19.
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It was a single blue latex glove, abandoned in a communal laundry room, that inspired a New York City college student to reflect on a parallel pandemic: PPE litter. “The loss of life during this pandemic has been a hard enough cross to bear,” wrote Anne Carter Davis, a sustainability management student at Columbia Climate School, on the school’s news site, State of the Planet, in March. “Gloves and masks discarded aimlessly in public only serve to undermine our triumphs over this scourge.” Since spring of 2020, when masks became our ticket to a semi-normal life, environmentalists have been warning about the long-lasting effects of this new pollution stream. By mid-summer, the New York Times was reporting that “some local governments, like Suffolk County in New York, have instituted fines for littering involving masks and gloves.” The NYT quoted Adrienne Esposito, executive director for locally based Citizens Campaign for the Environment, urging people to properly dispose of their PPE: “The bottom line is we don’t want a public health crisis to add to the plastic pollution crisis.” Unfortunately, that’s what’s happened. In December, marine conservation organization OceansAsia estimated that 1.5 million masks entered the world’s oceans last year. And in April an ABC News report noted that New Jersey’s Clean Ocean Action environmental group “removed 1,113 masks and other pieces of virus-related gear from New Jersey beaches last fall.” Ideally, we’ll keep PPE off the ground and out of landfills too. That means choosing a reusable alternative—like cloth masks—whenever possible.
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Don’t Rely on Money for Happiness People in the “poorest of the poor” communities in which money is not a high value can feel as happy as people in high-income Scandinavian countries, concludes new research from Canada’s McGill University. For the study published in PLOS One, interviewers studied 678 people living in Bangladesh and the Solomon Islands, both extremely low-income countries. People in remote fishing villages with subsistence-level incomes reported very high levels of “subjective well-being”, which they attributed to spending lots of time with family and being in nature. Villagers that had migrated to urban areas for work were more likely to gauge their well-being by economic and social factors, and reported lower feelings of well-being, leading researchers to speculate that monetization, especially in its early stages, may be detrimental to happiness. “When people are comfortable, safe and free to enjoy life within a strong community, they are happy—regardless of whether or not they are making any money,” says Chris Barrington-Leigh, a professor at McGill’s Bieler School of the Environment.
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Most women don’t realize that they have a much higher risk than men for almost all age-related eye conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, vision impairment, and autoimmune diseases that affect vision, says Rudrani Banik, M.D., an integrative ophthalmologist and the founder of Envision Health NYC. “In a 2014 Harris poll, fewer than one in 10 women knew they were at greater risk than men for permanent vision loss,” Banik says. “Yet 65 percent of people with age-related macular degeneration are women; 14 million women are affected by cataracts, 11 percent more than men; more than 1.6 million women have glaucoma; and women account for 63 percent of the 2.9 million vision-impairment cases.” Women are also more likely to develop dry eye, as well as autoimmune conditions that affect vision, like rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus and thyroid eye disease, she says. Protecting vision starts with regular eye exams, with pupils dilated, Banik says. Women should tell their ophthalmologist about any family history of eye disease, and expectant mothers should report any vision changes, which can be a symptom of gestational diabetes. “Lifestyle choices are important too,” she notes. “That includes proper nutrition, including supplements; getting regular exercise; not smoking; and wearing UV-blocking sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat outdoors. And be careful to practice safe cosmetic and contact lens use. Taking care of yourself includes taking care of your eyes.” For more information, visit RudraniBanikMD.com. See ad, right.
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MARLIT, an openaccess web app based on a deep-learning artificial intelligence algorithm, will promote the detection and measurement of floating plastics in the sea with a reliability of over 80 percent, according to a study published in the journal Environmental Pollution conducted by experts at the Biodiversity Research Institute of the University of Barcelona. Floating macro-litter is a threat to the conservation of marine ecosystems worldwide. The largest density of floating litter is in the great ocean gyres (systems of circular currents that spin and catch litter), but polluting waste is also abundant in coastal waters and semi-closed seas such as the Mediterranean. The analysis, using artificial intelligence techniques and more than 3,800 aerial images of the Mediterranean coast along Catalonia, will permit researchers to detect the presence, density and distribution of plastic pollutants in seas and oceans worldwide. Historically, direct observation by boats and planes formed the basis for assessing the impact of floating marine macro-litter, but the massive area of the oceans and the amount of data required have made it hard in the past for researchers to progress with new monitoring studies.
Frustrated with the limited options for environmentally friendly burial services and the rampant use of embalming in most funeral homes, which turns these sites into major groundwater polluters, environmental activist Katrina Spade founded Recompose (Recompose.life), the country’s first human composting funeral home, in Seattle. Formaldehyde, one of the most common embalming chemicals, is a carcinogen. Inspired by Spade’s idea, Governor Jay Inslee passed a bill legalizing composting as a form of human burial in 2019. Before then, the only legal and eco-friendly burial options were natural burial sites, of which there are only one or two hundred in the country. Both cremations and traditional burials cause environmental damage. Recompose offers an innovative funeral service that turns human remains into healthy soil. It gives Washington state and surrounding residents a chance to make a positive environmental change through their death, as well as their life. The process is said to save a metric ton of CO2 in the burial process, and the facility is accepting clients throughout the Northwest.
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A new study by the University of Utah published in the journal PNAS found that pollen seasons have been getting longer and more intense in North America over the last 30 years, aggravating asthma and weakening defenses against respiratory viruses, resulting in more emergency room visits that disrupt lives. Researchers comparing pollen metrics between 1990 and 2018 from 60 monitoring stations indicate that seasons are starting up to 20 days earlier and lasting up to eight days longer, affecting millions of allergy sufferers. The study looked at variable factors such as temperature, rainfall, frost days and carbon dioxide concentrations, and found that an increase in mean annual temperatures was the strongest driver. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 19 million adults have been diagnosed with hay fever, an allergic reaction to pollen, a fine powder from plants that can come into contact with the eyes, nose, mouth and throat. NYCNaturalAwakenings.com
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WOMEN’S WELLNESS Five Top Health Concerns and What to Do by Ronica O’Hara
Anyone walking into a U.S. hospital today will notice something that was inconceivable 50 years ago—one in three practicing physicians is a woman, and among physicians under age 35, it’s three in five. That compares to one in 14 in 1970. For women needing health care, that fact can change everything. “Research says that female physicians provide better care to female patients than male physicians do,” says Harvard Medical School Associate Professor Alice Domar, Ph.D., a pioneer in women’s mind-body medicine. “They are more likely to listen carefully and take complaints seriously.” That’s just one factor in how health care is improving for women. Only three decades ago, women were simply considered “small men” in medical research and rarely included as subjects in clinical studies. Today, after a 1993 federal mandate ensured their inclusion, it’s been well established that women metabolize drugs differently than men, respond to health threats with a more robust immune system and are more likely to experience side effects. These findings have helped spur major changes for women in standards, dosages, medications and procedures—resulting in fewer cancer deaths, better treatment of autoimmune disorders and more nuanced cardiac care strategies. Although much has improved about women’s health, much more remains to be done.
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About one in three women is diagnosed with cancer in the course of a lifetime, and they have better survival rates than men, of which one in two receives that diagnosis. Between 2001 and 2017, the overall cancer death rate for women declined by 1.4 percent each year as diagnoses and treatments became more refined and targeted. The number one cancer killer for women is lung cancer, although 19 percent diagnosed have never smoked. The next most deadly are cancers of the breast, colon/rectum, pancreas and ovaries. Breast cancer deaths have dropped by 40 percent since 1989, thanks to greater awareness, early detection and better treatments. “Women learned from the AIDS crisis that making noise gets results,” says Domar. “Look at how far breast cancer research and treatment has come in the past 10 to 20 years, how powerful Breast Cancer Awareness Month is, and that everyone recognizes that pink ribbon.” Common symptoms: Bowel changes, lingering sores, fatigue, lumps, unusual discharge, difficulty digesting or swallowing, nagging cough or hoarseness, belly or back pain.
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New research: An international research team has identified a direct molecular link between meat and dairy diets and the development of antibodies in the blood that increases the chances of developing cancer. Medical advances: Painful, invasive biopsies may become a thing of the past. Mayo Clinic researchers have developed a simple blood test that detects more than 50 types of cancer, as well as their location within the body, with a high degree of accuracy, and the City of Hope Cancer Center, in Los Angeles, has developed a urine test that analyzes cell-free fragments of DNA to detect cancer. Preventive strategies: Vitamin D supplementation lowers the risk of mortality across all cancers, German researchers found, estimating that if all Germans older than 50 took such supplements, up to 30,000 cancer deaths per year might be avoided. A 10-year study found that people between 55 and 74 that took a low-dose aspirin at least three times each week lowered their risk of all types of cancer by 15 percent and overall mortality by 19 percent.
Heart Disease
One in three American women die from heart disease, more than all cancers combined. “Unfortunately, awareness that heart disease can and does happen to women remains low, and this results in delay of care,” says cardiologist Nicole Harkin of Whole Heart Cardiology, in San Francisco. “Women tend to seek medical care later in the course of their heart attack and with more risk factors, resulting in poorer outcomes, and they are more likely than men to die of their first heart attack.” Women have different symptoms of heart disease than men, are often misdiagnosed and have a 20 percent greater risk of dying within five years of a heart attack. Pregnant women that develop hypertension are two to five times more likely to later develop cardiovascular disease. Common symptoms: Heart pressure, fatigue, breathlessness and pain between the shoulder blades. New research: Eating more than seven servings per day of refined grains like croissants and white bread increased the risk of heart disease by 33 percent and stroke by 47 percent, concluded a study in The British Medical Journal. In a Stanford study, participants that ate plant-based meat for eight weeks had improved markers of heart health, lower LDL levels and lost two pounds compared to those eating meat. Medical advance: To successfully fix a floppy mitral valve that’s hampering blood flow in the heart, doctors can guide a catheter up a patient’s leg vein and staple the troubled parts of the valve with a tiny clip, a safer and less invasive procedure than open-heart surgery. Preventive strategies: Eating nuts several times a week lowers by 30 to 50 percent the risk of heart attacks, sudden cardiac death and cardiovascular disease, four large cohort studies have shown. Older women with high fitness levels have one quarter the risk of dying from heart disease as women that are out of shape, report Spanish researchers.
Autoimmune Diseases
The prevalence of autoimmune diseases has grown by one half in two decades, even as medications and targeted therapies have kept more patients active and out of wheelchairs. “Where it used to be the norm for many physicians to consider women with some autoimmune illnesses to be neurotic, that approach is now being recognized as being abusive and unacceptable. This is a critical step towards recovery,”
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says chronic fatigue expert Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D., author of From Fatigued to Fantastic! About 80 percent of the 23 million Americans that suffer from debilitating autoimmune diseases are women, and those conditions tend to develop during childbearing years. The eighth-leading cause of death among women, these illnesses shorten lifespan by an average of eight years. The 80-plus diseases, including fibromyalgia, lupus, celiac disease, Type 1 diabetes, psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis, are linked to genetics, environmental triggers, some medications, obesity, injuries and stress. Common symptoms: These vary widely, but may include achy muscles, fatigue, recurring low-grade fever, joint pain and swelling, skin problems, abdominal pain and swelling, hair loss, swollen glands and tingling in hands and feet. New research: Eating significantly fewer foods containing the amino acid methionine, found at high levels in meat, fish, dairy and eggs, could slow the onset and progression of autoimmune disorders such as multiple sclerosis in high-risk individuals, reports a study in Cell Metabolism. Medical advance: Evidence is mounting that low doses of naltrexone, a substance-abuse treatment drug, can treat conditions like lupus, Crohn’s disease and rheumatoid arthritis by normalizing the immune system and relieving pain with few side effects. “It costs only about 70 cents a day, is made by compounding pharmacists and is remarkably beneficial for a host of autoimmune conditions,” says Teitelbaum. Preventive strategy: To fight inflammation, take a daily turmeric or curcumin supplement that includes piperine (black pepper) for better absorption. A University of Houston meta-study in Nutrients found that curcumin supplements improved symptoms in 14 osteoarthritis, two ulcerative colitis and eight Type 2 diabetes studies.
Hormonal Imbalances
The past 20 years has seen significant improvements in the studies and treatments of female hormonal issues. “There are now treatment options that allow women to transition into menopause, options for prevention of osteoporosis and momentous changes in fertility,” says Stephanie Seitz, a naturopathic family physician in Scottsdale, Arizona. At the same time, she adds, “I have seen environmental toxins rising in my female population. I see young girls coming in with polycystic ovary syndrome, early menarche and painful menstrual cramping; women having trouble getting pregnant for unknown reasons; the rise of fibroids, premature ovarian insufficiency and endometriosis.” Hormones are the body’s chemical messengers, regulating processes ranging from hunger to blood pressure to mood and playing a key role in reproduction. They have come under assault from endocrine disrupters, thousands of largely unregulated per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, abbreviated PFAS. These “forever chemicals” are found in everything from plastics to cushions to canned foods, and are in the blood of 98 percent of Americans. Studies have linked them to girls experiencing puberty one year earlier than 40 years ago; to rising cases of infertility, miscarriages and low birth weight; to menopause occurring two to four years earlier; and to obesity, polycystic ovarian syndrome, endometriosis and breast cancer. Common symptoms: Because hormones regulate all of the body’s processes, symptoms of imbalance run the gamut and may include fatigue, weakness, erratic menstrual cycles and weight gain or loss. 20
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New research: Early menstruation increases the likelihood of hot flashes and night sweats decades later at menopause, according to a University of Queensland study. Eating five teaspoons of extra-virgin olive oil daily reduced women’s moderate to severe menstrual cramps by 83 percent in two months, Iranian researchers found. Medical advance: A major study of 9,000 postmenopausal women with hormone-sensitive breast cancer showed 94 percent that received hormonal therapy, but not chemotherapy, did not have recurrences. Preventive strategies: To avoid toxic chemicals, buy organics; replace plastic kitchen containers with glass; replace Teflon pans with ceramic or cast-iron; use chemical-free cosmetics and shampoos; nix air fresheners and chemical cleaners; and check out food and care products at the Environmental Working Group (ewg.org). To help detox the body, consider working with a naturopathic doctor to develop a program that may include cleansing foods, herbs, saunas, elimination diets and chelators such as activated charcoal and algae.
Depression
Women are twice as likely as men to develop depression, with one in four having a major episode at some point in life, yet fewer than half seek treatment. “Many women are too busy caring for others and feel guilty about their depression, fearing it could get in the way of their caregiving goals,” says New York psychoanalyst Claudia Luiz. “Many have the fantasy that if they open that door and allow themselves to focus on their feelings, they won’t be able to keep going.” Depression occurs most frequently in women ages 25 to 44, and one in five teenage girls reports having had a major depressive episode, a number that has exploded due to social media use. Psychotherapy is effective for 62 percent of adults with depression, antidepressants work for 54 percent and combining the two is helpful for 72 percent. Common symptoms: Sadness, anxiety, flat feeling, loss of motivation or feelings of pleasure, change of eating or sleeping patterns, low energy, difficulty concentrating or headaches. New research: Sleeping irregular hours, doing night shifts and working for more than nine hours a day have been shown to put women at higher risk of depression, while eating more dietary fiber in produce, grains and legumes significantly lowers this risk. Medical advances: For the estimated one in four people with depression that doesn’t respond to medication or therapy, emerging approaches offer fresh hope. Low doses of the anesthetic drug ketamine lifted the depression of 70 percent of hard-to-treat subjects by targeting specific serotonin receptors, Swedish researchers report. Transcranial magnetic stimulation, which uses magnetic pulses to stimulate parts of the prefrontal cortex, lifts symptoms for 50 to 60 percent of subjects, studies show. Preventive strategies: Eating at least two servings a week of wildcaught, oily fish or a daily 1,000-to-2,000-milligram fish oil supplement with a 60-to-40 EPA to DHA ratio has been shown to be effective for symptoms of depression, bipolar disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and postpartum depression. Taking a brisk daily walk in nature with a friend or dog lowers four factors linked to depression: a “nature deficit”, physical inactivity, low vitamin-D levels and isolation. Natural health writer Ronica O’Hara can be reached at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.
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Nutrition-Infused Dentistry
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While most people don’t associate IV nutrition with a trip to the dentist, this practice is beginning to see more widespread adoption in the field, says Dr. Linda Golden, owner of Golden Dental Wellness Center, in Manhasset. “IVs are an amazing way to make sure patients have an adequate amount of the nutrients they need before, during and after a dental procedure,” she says. Vitamins C, B12 and D3 are the most common IV therapies administered alongside dental procedures, each with its own benefits, she says. For example, vitamin C can help break mercury bonds during removal of old amalgam fillings; prevent dry socket; decrease chronic or acute inflammation; and decrease bleeding during procedures and redness and swelling of the gums during and after procedures. “While most of these benefits can be derived from a single IV administered during a larger procedure or surgery, you can also request a standalone IV and get rewarded with great benefits to your dental and total-body health,” Golden says. “In fact, after two rounds of treatment, many patients had no inflammatory cells at all and healthier immune systems overall.” 22
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The second-most common IV vitamin is a vitamin B cocktail, she says. Usually found in meat, eggs, fish and dairy, vitamin B helps the body process food into energy, regulate enzymes and increase blood flow to damaged areas. “After a procedure, your body has essentially been damaged and needs to recover,” she explains. “A B-vitamin IV gives it easy access to the energy it needs to heal. During surgery, B2 also helps it manage the biotransformation of agents used during the procedure, ensuring they don’t stick around longer than they need to. If you’re worried about getting back on your feet after a tough dental visit, the B IV is the one you want.” Made naturally in the skin, but also typically found in raw fish and fortified milk, vitamin D3 works with calcium to build muscles and bone. That makes D3 therapy perfect for a dental application, Golden says. “If you’ve had problems with a tooth, chances are you’re looking for greater bone density and quick building of new bone tissue. In addition, D3 helps limit inflammation, which is really helpful if the IV is administered during surgery.” A vitamin A cocktail, like a B-vitamin infusion, helps the body recover from a procedure or surgery—in this case by helping it build new tissue around the procedure site, Golden says. Vitamins B, C and A work in tandem to ensure that new tissue grows properly and quickly, minimizing the risk of infection or complications from damage. Vitamin A also boosts immunity, further reducing infection risk. “If you don’t know what you need, don’t worry,” Golden says. “We will do bloodwork for you and carefully examine if you could benefit from IV therapy as well as which vitamins will be best for your dental and total-body health.”
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Just a Little Bloated?
Common health complaint shouldn’t be ignored as ‘no big deal’ by David Pollack, DC
Digestive Issues Virtually any part of our digestive tract can cause bloating. The stomach lining may be compromised from stress or poor diet. The gallbladder could have diminished output due to bile that’s become thick and sludge-like; this sludge can back up into the pancreatic duct and lower pancreatic enzyme output. The small intestine may have SIBO (small intestine bacterial overgrowth) or some excess fungal growth, such as candida. Since approximately 70 percent of immune-system and neurotransmitter production occurs in the small intestine, any imbalance in those functions can cause bloating. In regard to the large intestine, any constipation, loose stools or other abnormality may cause bloating as well.
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Hormonal Imbalance From a non-digestive perspective, many types of hormone imbalance can cause bloating. That includes thyroid imbalance; both hypo- and hyperthyroid can affect digestive function. The adrenal system, which manages our steroid hormones, such as cortisol and the precursors to testosterone and estrogen, can have a massive impact on bloating and digestion. Certainly women already know their reproductive hormones have a massive effect on digestion and bloating, but men, too, are affected by gonadal hormone balance. There are many other associations between physiological function—both digestive and non-digestive—and bloating. In all cases, the bloating can be improved, and often it can be eliminated. Generally, a combination approach of functional medicine techniques, such as enzyme and herbal care, along with dietary modification, acupuncture and even bodywork can help alleviate and many times resolve these health issues, whether they are subtle or extreme. adobestock.com
“I’m just a little bloated.” I hear this from patients all the time. Some are completely frustrated with it. Others dismiss the mild bloating they have as “no big deal.” Well, it is a big deal. Whatever the reason for the bloating, it’s an indicator that their function is compromised. If they are bloated, they are inflamed. And we know that inflammation is the root cause of most health problems and disease. Most bloating is rooted in our digestion, but in some cases hormonal imbalance is the cause. These two categories actually comprise dozens of potential functional imbalances.
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Sustainably Stylish Eco-Fashion that’s Kind to the Planet by Kajsa Nickels
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The trendy “fast fashion” industry standard that originated in the early 1990s has had far-reaching effects that continue today. With a production turnaround time as short as four months, designer knock-offs made with inexpensive materials line the shelves of shopping centers throughout the world. But cheap textiles come with a hidden price tag. According to the documentary The True Cost, consumers worldwide buy around 80 billion new items of clothing per year, a 400 percent increase from 20 years ago. A report by the UK-based Ellen MacArthur Foundation, which advocates a regenerative, circular economy, found that more than $500 billion in value is lost globally every year from rarely worn manufactured clothing and the lack of recycling. The greenhouse gas emissions from the production of these textiles total more than 1 billion metric tons per year, more than produced by international flights and maritime shipping combined. Sustainable clothing is important for both the planet and those wearing the clothing, says Jeff Garner, a fashion designer in Franklin, Tennessee, who founded the eco-label Prophetik. “The worst effect is the washing of clothes. The synthetic fabrics and dyes come off in the laundry process and go into our groundwater and oceans, including the microplastics from polyester clothing.” Jay Charlton, founder of the UK’s Viva la Vegan fashion brand, believes eco-friendly fashion does not have to be poorly produced or poorly designed. Nor does it mean choosing between a million different options, says Charlton, who found her passion for vegan-statement apparel after adopting a vegan diet. “One easy choice here is organic cotton over conventional cotton. While not perfect, it is better for the environment. Most organic cotton is produced under better working conditions for the farmers, too,” she says. She also stresses the importance of reading labels to determine where clothes originate. “The next time you go shopping, seek out sustainable vegan fabrics and fair wear policies to do what’s right for the planet, people and our animal friends.”
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Just because something is safe for people and the planet doesn’t mean it can’t also be fashionable. Fair Indigo, located in Madison, Wisconsin, is a sustainable clothing company that specializes in garments made from organic Peruvian pima cotton. According to president and co-founder Robert Behnke, Peruvian pima cotton is prized for its longevity and durability. “We want to show the world that organic and sustainable does not have to be either too ‘crunchy’ or too trendy. The clothes that people wear every day—the clothes that make them feel comfortable—these are the brands that will have the greatest impact in truly changing the world.” Fashion doesn’t have to be brand-new in order to be in style. Although secondhand clothing has been regarded negatively in the past by some, it has become more popular in recent years, especially during the COVID-19 crisis. Market researchers predict that resale clothing sales will increase 185 percent in the next decade compared to 20 percent for fast fashion. Creative ways we can help reduce clothing waste while staying in style include the following:
Creative mending. People that have extra time on their hands may like to learn a new skill. Also known as visible mending, creative mending includes freestyle stitching around holes and tears, and both beaded and Japanese shashiko embroidery. Repurpose into something new. If an item of clothing is beyond repair, it doesn’t have to be
thrown away. Old T-shirts can be turned into blankets, pillowcases and even coin purses. Men’s dress shirts can be transformed into dresses for young girls or onesies for babies. Kajsa Nickels is a freelance writer in Salisbury, Massachusetts. Contact her at Kajsa. BlueMountain@gmail.com.
Clothing exchange parties. Friends and family members can swap clothes and nonsized items such as purses, hats and scarves in fun, socially distanced events.
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Curbing Cancer in Cats Ways to Keep a Feline Healthy by Julie Peterson
Diagnosis and Staging Cats instinctively hide pain, so it’s up to pet parents to detect unusual behaviors or symptoms. Karen Shaw Becker, a holistic veterinarian in Chicago who writes Mercola Healthy Pets, recommends that unusual bumps, sores that won’t heal, weight loss, offensive smell, low energy and difficulty eating indicate the need for evaluation by a veterinarian to rule out cancer. If cancer is diagnosed, a referral to a veterinary oncologist is likely. Pet owners can also search for one at the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association (ahvma.org). Blood work, biopsies or aspirates, imaging and a thorough exam may be needed to determine the extent of the cancer and any possible complications. These tests help ensure treatment is appropriate, tolerable and humane.
Treatment Options Treatments vary based on the type, site and stage of cancer, the age and wellness of the cat and what is available and accessible to the owner. Traditional remedies may include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. While not without side effects, cats tolerate these methods relatively well. Holistic therapies such as acupuncture, homeopathy, supplements and traditional Chinese veterinary medicine may also be used. “Herbal therapies can be used with traditional cancer 26
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treatment to relieve side effects and to improve outcomes,” says veterinary oncologist Amanda Beck, at the University Veterinary Hospital, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Clinical trials are another option. The Veterinary Cancer Society, in Columbia, Missouri, provides information on current research trials that “may involve novel diagnostic methods or therapies including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgical procedures, hypo- or hyperthermia, immunotherapy and photodynamic therapy, among others.” While these trials may offer hope, each has very specific qualifications for participation and they may not be free. Herbst did her own research after seeing the 2019 documentary Fantastic Fungi and learning about cancer patients using turkey tail mushrooms. “We found that dogs taking those mushrooms were living four times as long as dogs that got chemo,” she says. “We wondered if we could use that for Cougar.” Their veterinarian ensured they wouldn’t be harmful and determined an appropriate dosage. Unfortunately, some feline cancers are extremely aggressive. It started in Doris Gassen’s cat, Meadow, with a few small bumps under the skin that quickly grew and multiplied. “About six days after they first appeared, they were open and draining,” says Gas-
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The absence of one back leg isn’t slowing down 13-yearold Cougar the cat. In fact, she is doing better than before, as that limb once had a painful tumor. Alyssa Baker Herbst, co-founder of the Autumn Farm Sanctuary, in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, was told that, even with chemotherapy, Cougar might only live three more months. Herbst sought out a veterinary oncologist at University of Wisconsin Veterinary Care for another opinion. Amputation was recommended and done in December 2020. Cancer isn’t uncommon in cats; the Animal Cancer Foundation, in Port Washington, New York, states that one in five cats will be diagnosed at some point. This equates to approximately 6 million cats being newly diagnosed with cancer each year, according to the Comparative Oncology Program of the U.S. National Cancer Institute.
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Preventive Measures Keeping cats at a healthy weight, giving them plenty of exercise opportunities and keeping them indoors more or entirely can all help reduce the risk of cancer. The feline leukemia virus and feline immunodeficiency virus, which can lead to cancer, are usually contracted from feral cats outdoors. Genetically modified organism (GMO) ingredients such as corn, soy, alfalfa and cottonseed in pet foods are also culprits, because they can contain high concentrations of glyphosates. The World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer declared glyphosate, the active ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup herbicide, to be a probable human carcinogen, and research indicates that it does cause cancer in animals. “Many experts who have studied animal dietary patterns in the wild agree that a whole-food diet composed of mostly meats, organs and bones, supplemented to a much lesser extent with vegetables, is the way to go for both cats and dogs,” says Ty Bollinger, the San Antonio-based author of The Truth About Cancer. Keeping cats healthy throughout life with routine wellness care helps strengthen them against any illness or injury. And while quality of life for pets may be paramount, Cougar seems to be going for quantity, as well. “Clinically, Cougar is doing fantastic. She just can’t jump as high as she used to,” says Herbst. “She’s back to bullying the other three cats and hanging out with the dog. She’s feisty.” Julie Peterson writes about health, wellness and environmental issues. Find her at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.
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Natural Mama Holistic Approaches to a Healthy Pregnancy
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During her first pregnancy, Sarah Wallace, a former registered nurse in Atlanta, was chronically anemic. “I was so tired I would fall asleep while I was eating dinner,” she says. That pregnancy resulted in a baby with a low birth weight. Fortunately, Wallace learned more about nutrition and wellness. Her now 4-year-old has caught up to the growth charts and is thriving, and her next pregnancy went smoothly. No matter how pregnancy is counted—280 days, 40 weeks or three trimesters—mama and baby share blood, nutrition and air for the duration. “Taking a holistic path before and during pregnancy is about embracing the nature of our bodies and committing to maintaining all aspects of wellness during this journey,” says Nancy Peplinsky, founder of the Holistic Moms Network, based in Caldwell, New Jersey.
Nutrition for Two The right foods nourish the growing baby, the placenta and the mother’s increasing blood volume, maintaining the mother’s body during the complex mission. Whole foods rather than processed are best. The Whole 9 Months: A Week-By-Week Pregnancy Nutrition Guide with Recipes for a Healthy Start, by integrative obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) Jennifer Lang and dietitian Dana Angelo White, makes it easier to select the proper nutrients along the way and provides ways to deal with nausea and cravings. Choose organic foods when possible to reduce exposures to pesticides. If organic isn’t an option for every food, The Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce, from the Environmental Working Group (ewg.org), can be downloaded and taken to the market. Either avoid foods on the “Dirty Dozen” list or go organic for those items. A high-quality prenatal vitamin fills nutrition gaps. Wallace saw a difference between her first and second pregnancy by switching brands. “The first time, I took generic prenatal vitamins. With the second pregnancy, I found whole-food supplements. I never got that exhaustion, and my second baby was a healthy weight,” she says. “Research has shown that healthy nutrition during pregnancy improves outcomes for mom and baby, while unhealthy food choices can lead to premature childbirth, high-risk pregnancies and poor developmental outcomes in children,” says Peplinsky. 28
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In addition to clean food, it’s important to reevaluate body care products and household cleaners for toxicity. The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health has linked personal care and cleaning product ingredients to endocrine disruption, developmental and reproductive disorders, neurotoxicity and cancer.
Body Love Kristen Burgess, in Fife Lake, Michigan, creator of the website NaturalBirthAnd BabyCare.com, teaches classes for momsto-be. “[Exercise] helps your blood volume increase, brings plenty of oxygen to your baby, increases your stamina and endurance for labor (which is an athletic event), and perhaps best of all, keeps you feeling great,” she writes in her blog. Options such as stretching, walking and prenatal yoga can be soothing for mom and baby. Burgess also advocates prenatal belly dancing to raise the heart rate “while bonding with your baby and relishing your beautiful pregnant form.” Peplinsky notes, “A holistic approach to pregnancy also embraces integrative therapies such as meditation, yoga, acupuncture and chiropractic, which may assist in re-
ducing stress, minimizing physical discomfort and joint pain, while improving overall life quality for mom and baby.”
A healthy pregnancy includes assistance. In the U.S., most women choose an OB-GYN, with just over 9 percent of 2017 births incorporating a midwife to support the mother before, during and sometimes after birth. A midwife is medically trained and, depending on state law, may offer gynecological examinations, birth control counseling and prescriptions. On her own or as an assistant to a doctor, she coaches the mother during labor and assists with the delivery, which may be in a home, birthing center or hospital. The American College of Nurse-Midwives, in Silver Spring, Maryland, offers a midwife locator. Another option is engaging a doula that focuses on emotional support for mom, her partner and the family during pregnancy and birth. During labor, she may offer massage, encouragement and breathing coaching. While doulas only provide non-medical care, they can offer evidence-based resources to inform decision-making. There is a database to find one at DoulaMatch.net. There are also books and apps to provide week-to-week details on pregnancy. Genevieve Howland, a childbirth educator in Destin, Florida, and author of The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth, offers a weekly article at MamaNatural. com about what’s going on with the developing baby and mother. “Being a holistic mom is about connecting the mind, body and spirit, and approaching wellness with all three in mind,” adds Peplinsky. “The more we listen to our instincts and our needs, the more our health improves during childbearing and afterwards.” Julie Peterson writes about health and wellness. Reach out at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.
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Pregnancy Apps Tracking exercise, nutrition, baby bump images, the joys of the journey and the baby’s development are available options in a variety of apps. There are even apps for dads. Ovia has many features that expand based on the data entered. It answers questions about food safety and medications, and even has a community feature to connect with other moms. Hello Belly offers practical tips and a good dose of silliness with pregnancy jokes and memes. There are also yoga videos. Glow Nurture can be customized, has community spaces, symptom trackers, reminders for appointments and a boatload of articles. Expectful Pregnancy gives reminders to focus on joy by taking a moment to breathe or meditate. With guided sessions for pregnancy, moms-to-be can put regular meditation practices in place.
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Sprout Pregnancy has a pregnancy timeline, weight tracker and journal. The 3-D images showing development of the baby are really cool, as well. Who’s Your Daddy gives Dad a to-do list, weekly updates, a development timeline, suggestions for taking care of Mom and helps him pick baby names.
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The 200-year-old health system of homeopathy is based on natural sources and is unique in its “like cures like” philosophy that uses extremely diluted substances to trigger the body’s natural defenses. “The word homeopathy is derived from two words: homeo— meaning similar, and
pathos—meaning suffering. Basically, it means that a substance has the power to cure the same symptoms it can create,” says Kate Birch, a certified classical homeopath at the HippHealth Center for Holistic Healing, in Minneapolis. “Moreover, the more a substance is diluted through homeopathic preparation, the more potent it can be for healing when given upon homeopathic indications.” For most health conditions, including chronic complaints, homeopaths recommend tailoring remedies to an individual’s constitution, but first-aid applications are relatively universal and simple. Homeopathic first-aid can be administered for muscle strains, splinters, minor burns and even the common cold. Available in health food stores and pharmacies, homeopathic remedies come in various potencies in the form of pellets, tinctures and topical agents.
Gentle Go-To Medicine Whether treating a child’s skinned knee or an athlete with a mild to moderate injury, regular potencies offer benefits without a high risk of unpleasant or dangerous contraindications. Ledum palustre “In general, homeopathic remedies are safe for people of all ages because if taken as directed, there are no side effects or drug interactions. This is due to the fact that remedies have been made through a process that renders the substances harmless,” says certified classical homeopath Myra Nissen, in Davis and Walnut Creek, California. Classical homeopathic treatment is based on a person’s unique physical, emotional and 30
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mental nature, and requires deeper study to find the most appropriate remedies, but first-aid applications are most often universally straightforward. “A homeopathic first-aid kit at home is useful for cuts, burns, bumps and bruises, insect bites, poison oak/ ivy and minor illnesses,” says Nissen. Gentle, but beneficial Arnica montana is perhaps the best-known application, used for acute injury and post-surgery. In a 2016 review of studies in the American Journal of Therapeutics, a team of international researchers found Arnica to be more effective than a placebo for swelling, bruising and post-surgery pain, and suggested it could be an alternative to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Calendula is a heavy hitter for wound care, skin ailments, minor burns including sunburn, diaper rash and post-tooth extraction. It offers antiseptic and antiinflammatory properties and is available for topical and internal use.
Soft Tissue Trauma, Burns and Bites Nissen highlights Ruta g raveolens and Rhus toxicdendron for soft tissue injury and te nd on itis and Rhus toxicdendron suggests Symphitum for serious damage to cartilage and ligaments. For puncture wounds or injuries involving nerves, Hypericum perforatum is helpful. She emphasizes the importance of using remedies immediately and properly to maximize the potential for rapid healing and pain reduction. Birch says that bee stings and allergic responses respond well to Apis mellificia
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and fevers and headaches to Belladonna. Using Cantharis or Urtica urens for first- and second-degree burns can help to prevent blisters and minimize pain, while Silicea is a good choice for splinters. In general, for all acute cases and injuries, remedies are often taken every hour and tapered down to every four hours upon signs of improvement or lessening of intensity. If results are not seen within two days, it is best to discontinue the remedy.
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Fighting the Flu When taken atHypericum perforatum the first sign of a cold or flu, specially combined homeopathic formulas or single remedies can help to lessen severity and duration of certain viruses. Bryonia alba is useful for moderate fever, Gelsemium for general flu-like symptoms, Nux vomica for severe chills and nausea, and Arsenicum album for respiratory and stomach flus. Homeopathic remedies, like all medications, should be properly stored and kept away from children and pets. Also, not all products labeled as homeopathic may be pure. Some products add homeopathic remedies to other ingredients that are not safe; for example, Arnica gel may have alcohol, preservatives and stabilizers, and be harmful if swallowed. While homeopathy offers many benefits, Birch clarifies that it is not designed to be a quick fix and is best approached from a broader view or “a philosophy that shapes your day-to-day life. When you understand these things, once you have the right remedy, it produces instantaneous results.” Marlaina Donato is a body-mind spirit author and composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.
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Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are different diagnoses—one is wear and tear on the joints; the other is an autoimmune dysfunction—but Ayurveda takes the same general approach to both: dietary modifications, herbal remedies, detoxification, and lifestyle counseling with meditation and therapeutic yoga. Treatment specifics are based on the individual’s body constitution, or dosha, says Dr. Somesh N Kaushik, Ayurvedic and naturopathic physician. Doshas are unique combinations of elements found in nature: pitta (fire/water); vata (air/ space); and kapha (earth/water). When these elements are out of balance, illness results, Kaushik says. Ayurveda identifies arthritis as imbalance in the vata dosha, which controls movement—circulation, blood flow, breathing, elimination of wastes—and pain sensitivity. “Imbalance results in stagnation and a buildup of toxins, which leads to inflammation, pain and discomfort,” Kaushik says. Ayurveda’s aim is to discover the root cause of an issue, beginning with diet and digestion. If diet is poor or digestion weak, toxins build up in the joints and tissues, inhibiting function and mobility, Kaushik says. If the body can’t eliminate toxins, they cause a neverending cycle of inflammation and pain. Panchakarma, Ayurveda’s signature detox program, removes embedded toxins while improving circulation and relaxing the nervous system, Kausha says. It’s complemented by anti-inflammatory foods that aid digestion and are easily assimilated. In general, choose cooked vegetables, whole grains and fruits over heavy, oily, rich, fatty or raw foods; plant- or nut-based drinks or yogurt over dairy products; and warm or room-temperature water over cold, which restricts circulation. The preferred herbal supplements—including cinnamon, clove, coriander, cumin, nutmeg, ginger and turmeric—are warming but not spicy, as hot spices aggravate inflammation. Because a sedentary lifestyle can contribute to arthritis, Kaushik recommends gentle exercise like yoga, tai chi, swimming or walking. To keep the mind and body in balance, he suggests establishing a routine for eating, sleeping and working, as well as regular meditation to reduce stress and pain. Dr. Kaushik’s Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Clinic is located at 792 Rte. 35, Cross River, NY. The clinic is open Monday through Friday. To reach the clinic, call 914.875.9088; for telemedicine, call 646.670.6725. For more info, email drkaushik@drkaushik.com or visit DrKaushik.com.
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Devaki Lindsey Berkson on Bioidentical Hormones by Linda Sechrist
Hormone scholar Dr. Devaki Lindsey Berkson, a nutrition and gut expert as well as a continuing education professor for medical doctors and pharmacists, frequently lectures at conferences to clarify misinformation about hormones, such as the difference between synthetic hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and plant-based bio-identical hormone therapy (BHT). This peer-reviewed, published researcher is the bestselling author of Safe Hormones Smart Women and Sexy Brain: How Sizzling Intimacy & Balanced Hormones Prevent Alzheimer’s, Cancer, Depression & Divorce and a breast cancer survivor of 26 years.
Why do you refer to hormones as nature’s physiologic internet system? Hormones send invaluable “email” signals to cells throughout the entire body and brain.
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How did the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) affect the use of hormones? Up until 2002, when WHI prematurely stopped one of its hormone study groups which was prescribed a combination of Premarin plus synthetic progesterone, estrogen therapies were the recommended standard of care for menopausal women and the biggest-selling pharmaceuticals in history. Medical journals, research institutions and expert cancer doctors accepted that estrogen was safe and did not increase the risk of breast cancer. Carried out by the U.S. National Institutes of Health from 2002 to 2008, WHI conducted a series of 40 group studies following the health of 161,809 postmenopausal women. Studies covered various aspects of aging women’s health from diet, bone health and nutrients to heart health and the risk of hormone-driven cancers, as well as two randomized trials on hormone therapies. The resulting claims that the HRT combo of Premarin plus synthetic progestin significantly increased the risks of breast cancer, cardiac events, Alzheimer’s NYCNaturalAwakenings.com
disease and stroke alarmed the public and huge numbers of U.S. doctors stopped prescribing hormones.
What has changed? By 2004, re-analysis of the combo study demonstrated opposite findings, and a 19-year follow-up WHI analysis revealed that estrogen protects against breast cancer while on it and even 10 years after, while progestins do the opposite. Dr. Leon Speroff, professor at the University of Oregon and the physician who authored Clinical Gynecologic Endocrinology and Infertility, twice concluded after reviewing every statistical nuance of the WHI, “There continues to be good reason to believe that there are benefits associated with treatment, including improvement of quality of life beyond the relief of hot flushes, maximal protection against osteoporotic fractures, a reduction in colorectal cancers, maintenance of skin elasticity and the possibility of primary prevention of coronary heart disease and Alzheimer’s.” Although new science clearly showed that hormones rule body and brain health and are critical for staying healthy, fighting illness long-term rather than short-term and lowering mortality timing by preventing heart attacks and strokes, CEOs of Big Pharma companies that provided the synthetic hormones used in the WHI trials
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continued to fight hard against BHT formulated by compounding pharmacists. Now these very same CEOs have released a BHT combination of estradiol and progesterone and are writing in peer review studies about how much better and safer it is. Big Pharma intends be the sole source of supply. They plan to do that by eliminating their competition: compounding pharmacies.
What is your experience with compounding pharmacists? The FDA purports that compounding pharmacies are dangerous, unregulated and use items that are too complicated to compound. Not true. Compounding pharmacists are skilled professionals at mixing bioidentical hormones to a doctor’s prescription. I’ve successfully been using compounding pharmacies for more than 30 years. A compounding pharmacist should be part of the health team when natural, bioidentical hormones are prescribed. Their knowledge can provide a wealth of experience for doctor and the patient. Furthermore, they provide an invaluable service at manufacturing a safe product that is unique for a particular patient. Hormones are so critical that even if you’re prescribed HRT, it’s better than losing out for decades on the hormone signals that keep your body younger and less inflamed. To be without healthy hormone signals is an aging and pro-inflammatory process to the body. In other words, get hormones any way you can. While synthetic is better than nothing, bioidentical trumps synthetic. DrLindseyBerkson.com offers a podcast archive, blog, newsletter and membership opportunities that include live, monthly, Zoom conversations. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings.
Tips for Using Vitamin Supplements by Michael Biamonte, CCN
A clinical nutritionist can aid in discovering the correct vitamin or mineral requirement for an individual and actually tell whether or not expensive supplements are being used by the body. Minerals work with vitamins, which act as a chemical “tugboat” to assist the mineral on its journey through the body’s chemical factories. Vitamins or minerals taken in too high a dose may interfere with other vitamins or minerals. Laboratory tests done by clinical nutritionists confirm that this is a highly individual matter and proper doses will be different for everyone. By performing some inexpensive urine tests, it can be quickly determined if vitamins and minerals are not being taken in proper doses or in proper proportions to each other. Low urinary calcium many times indicates phosphorus deficiency, as phosphorus diffuses calcium and therefore acts as a mobilizer of calcium. High urinary calcium many times indicates lack of vitamin D needed to fix calcium to the bone. Other tests may prove a different interpretation. A common test is urinary sediment. The amount of sediment and what that sediment consists of can be used to determine at least eight vitamin/mineral deficiencies, as well as enzyme deficiencies. More than half of Americans do not eat enough raw foods and are deficient in food enzymes that assist absorption of nutrients. Nutritionists that specialize in enzyme therapies will many times use nutritional supplements which contain food enzymes derived from plants to assist absorption. Which ones and the required dose can be discovered through testing. More extensive tests involving blood, urine and tissue samples like fingernails or hair can determine very accurately if someone is digesting, absorbing, transporting and utilizing nutrients in the way they are meant to be. A quick test would be checking urinary pH. This can be done using litmus paper available in most drug stores. A urine pH above 6.8 or below 6.4 means that some or many nutrients are not being absorbed because vitamins and minerals are affected by enzymes and digestive juices produced by the body. When the pH deviates too far, certain enzymes are not as active and nutrients cannot be absorbed. Microorganisms such as yeast, bacteria and parasites can also change the environment of the body to make absorption more difficult. Remember, we are what we eat, but we really are what we digest. Michael Biamonte, CCN, is a certified clinical nutritionist and the founder of the Biamonte Center for Clinical Nutrition. He uses BioCybernetics “Blood Detective” software that can determine exactly where the body is imbalanced—vitamins, minerals, hormones or absorption problems—and which systems in the body are a priority to address. For more information, visit FloridasCandidaDoctor.com or Health-Truth. com. See ad on page 17.
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DO YOU SUFFER FROM JOINT, MUSCLE, TENDON AND LIGAMENT PAIN OR INJURIES? IF YOU DO, THE ANSWER MAY BE PROLO-OZONE THERAPY From the Desk of Dr. Howard Robins at The Healing Center in New York City… If you suffer from an injury like an ankle sprain that can’t seem to heal, or if your knee is “bone on bone,” as the cartilage is completely gone and you’re in pain and maybe facing a knee replacement, then Prolo-Ozone therapy may be the answer. Or perhaps you suffer from sciatica, with shooting pain down your leg into your foot. Prolo-Ozone therapy may be the answer. Or you may have had a shoulder injury that just won’t stop hurting. Prolo-Ozone therapy may be the answer. Do you suffer from tendonitis from a sports injury? Did you injure your bunion joint playing tennis or doing martial arts of some kind? Are you having trouble with your golf swing because it’s uncomfortable or it just plain hurts? Keep in mind that all these medical problems will affect how you walk and move, whether you know it or not, and can lead to the development of other painful problems in your feet, legs and back. Prolo-Ozone therapy may be the answer!
the potential to develop into many different types of cells in the body. This accounts for what we have seen—what I call “repairing the unrepairable and fixing the unfixable.” We know that medical ozone also acts as a temporary painkiller and anti-inflammatory. However, with Prolo-Ozone therapy, healing is promptly and amazingly stimulated, including reports of cartilage repair and replacement occurring in addition to pain often being permanently eliminated, even when every other treatment has failed. While we once believed that this manner of healing was impossible, like many other things that we believed couldn’t be done, medical ozone therapy has proven us wrong.
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Prolo-Ozone therapy is a series of weekly, often painless injections. With any single injection, complete recovery may be achieved! We’ve found that noticeable improvement typically occurs by the third or fourth treatment. What is Prolo-Ozone Therapy? However, if no improvement at all is felt, it may be too late to help and the therapy may not be worth It is said that prolo or proli in Latin means continuing. to “rebuild” or “regenerate,” thus the word If symptoms return, it may be necessary for the proliferate. patient to come back, promptly and periodically, for a In the late 1990s, a published study in Europe Dr. Howard Robins “tune-up”—another injection or series of injections. showed that Prolo-Ozone therapy on degenerative All around the world, Prolo-Ozone therapy has spinal disks, using a mixture of oxygen saved many people from having to undergo shoulder, hip, knee, and ozone gas, could help stop the pain. This study was back and foot surgeries. We all know there is no guarantee with repeated in Canada in the early 2000s, with similar success. It was followed in Europe and here in the United States by studies any surgery. Surgery can be successful, or in some cases it can leave you worse off than before. of its use on muscle, cartilage, tendon, ligament and joint pain Prolo-Ozone therapy is a simple and safe way of trying to fix and injuries, with equal success. your problem. If it fails, you can always have surgery. Ozone gas, acting as a safe “irritant,” causes our body to begin a healing response. It is not a surgical treatment. It has While no moral or ethical doctor should promise or also been described as a “regenerative joint injection or nonsurgical ligament, cartilage, muscle and tendon reconstruction.” guarantee results, nor should any doctor with any treatment, we have seen astounding success with Prolo The major benefit of Prolo-Ozone therapy is that the gas Ozone therapy. spreads out and stimulates the healing process over the entire It’s your choice. injection site. Unlike its precursor, Prolotherapy, which uses a liquid “irritant” to cause healing, Prolo-Ozone therapy doesn’t More information about this amazing, safe and effective require a guided ultrasound to ensure that it’s applied to a treatment is available at OzoneWithoutBorders.ngo, on my precise spot. website OzoneDoctor.net, and on my radio show, Functional Research being performed currently in Europe indicates Medicine with Dr. Robins, which is archived but live each week that the ozone gas stimulates “natural stem cell” activity in the on VoiceAmerica.com’s Health and Wellness Channel. Or call area of injury. This must be what causes the healing response, my office at 212-581-0101. See ad, page 3. as the ozone is gone within 10 minutes, having turned back to oxygen. Stem cells serve as the body’s repair system; they have Copyright 2021. All rights reserved. 34
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The Detox Lifestyle
We hear a lot about detoxification this time of year, when the concept is introduced as the ultimate spring cleaning. But Vanessa Galti-Drew, founder of Cleansing Concepts, says detoxification should be an ongoing process—a lifestyle, not a seasonal ritual. For more than 10 years, Cleansing Concepts has provided a variety of detoxification modalities, like colon cleansing, ion therapy, infrared sauna therapy and living clay therapy. But as an extension of her in-studio offerings across her five locations, Galti-Drew has integrated ways for her clients to experience detoxification in between appointments. “It’s critical to counterbalance the environmental toxic load we all endure daily—sometimes even before getting out of bed, let alone throughout an entire day, week, month or year,” she says. “We can’t necessarily control what’s happening around us, but we can certainly control what we’re choosing to put in our bodies.” To that end, all Cleansing Concepts locations are offering three new “beyond the studio” detox solutions to positively impact health.
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Me+ology This patent-pending personalized nutrition system assesses more than 1,000 factors in five minutes to reveal what supplements an individual needs and why. The detailed breakdown is based on Me+ology’s focus areas and how they impact one another, Galti-Drew says. “There are two plans, Essentials and Essentials Plus, based on where you are on your health journey, and everything proposed can be easily modified. Because everybody is different,” she says.
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All of us can feel the impact of these uncertain and challenging times on our hearts and in our nervous systems. While there are parts of the situation that we cannot control, that does not mean we are powerless. When we’re up against change, uncertainty and stress, resilience is the key to navigate life and emerge with more happiness and satisfaction. We can cultivate resilience through the practices of mindfulness and compassion. Here are three key steps to finding greater clarity, calm and well-being. NAMING OUR EMOTIONS. The first step is to bring mindfulness to whatever we are feeling and simply name it. Research shows that acknowledging and naming our emotions allows the body to physiologically calm down. It is helpful to remember that our emotions are here for a reason, metaphorically serving as a smoke alarm to let us know about an impending fire. Ignoring or repressing our emotions can lead to bigger problems, but mindfulness teaches us a different way to manage difficult emotions—acknowledge them and name what we feel—“name it to tame it”. When we name an emotion, it puts the brakes on our reactivity, down-regulates the nervous system and allows us to see clearly. WELCOMING OUR EMOTIONS. The second step is to learn to welcome difficult emotions. Emotions have a limited time span, typically lasting for only 30 to 90 seconds. They arise, do their dance and pass away, like waves in the ocean. When we remember that this painful feeling will not last forever, it becomes more manageable. Through practice, we can learn to welcome all our emotions with an attitude of kindness and curiosity. This involves becoming interested in the emotion and the felt experience in the body. For example, we may feel sadness as a tightening in the throat or fear as a contraction in the belly. All emotions have their signature in the body. COMPASSION FOR OURSELVES AND OTHERS. The final step to managing difficult emotions is to cultivate compassion. Self-compassion involves treating ourselves as we would a dear friend that is suffering. The willingness to face the pain in ourselves and in life takes great courage. As we practice self-compassion, we learn not only to grow from our own struggles and sorrows, but to connect with the sufferings and sorrows of others. We realize that we are not alone in our fear and overwhelm, and become aware of the many others right now that are also afraid. As we recognize our common humanity, our isolation begins to lessen and we understand that we are all in this together. Shauna Shapiro, Ph.D., is an internationally recognized expert in mindfulness and compassion whose most recent book is Good Morning, I Love You: Mindfulness & Self-Compassion Practices to Rewire the Brain for Calm Clarity and Joy. For more information, visit DrShaunaShapiro.com.
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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 ads, pages 6 & 35
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Namaste Bookshop and Healing Center offers a unique and large selection of Eastern and Western philosophy books, tarot cards, crystals, pendulums, calendars, wind chimes, incense, greeting cards, yoga accessories, meditation cushions, instructional and music CDs and DVDs, salt lamps, and 20 sections of books – including Spanish. The event space above the bookshop holds classes, workshops and book signings, and provides rooms for regular readers and practitioners.
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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!
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Present Centered Therapies 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.
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How Toxic Are You? In today’s world, we are constantly being exposed to a multitude of toxins everywhere we go. Air pollution, food preservatives, carcinogens, medication overload, cleaning products, and even chemicals in the water we drink. Added up through time, these toxins can cause major health problems. Offering Colon cleansing, Lymph drainage, Infrared sauna, Ionic foot detox, and more. See ad, page 5
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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. See ad, page 17
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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 ads, pages 6 & 35
Tori Quisling, MEd, offers Clairvoyant Readings, Psychic Development classes. Over 20 years experience, training at the Berkeley Psychic Institute, Tori assists you in deep spiritual answers, past lives, relationships and energy balance. See ad, page 11
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 13
Medical Wellness Centers 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, state-of-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.
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Dr. Banik is a board-certified Ophthalmologist specializing in Integrative and Functional Medicine. She helps prevent vision loss from common conditions such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetes, and cataracts, naturally, without drugs or surgeries. A holistic approach using eye-smart nutrition, botanicals, supplements, and lifestyle choices. See ad, page 15
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