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reating strategies for better health can be a very liberating experience to master, and as I continue my quest for living a healthier and well-balanced lifestyle, I’m mindful that my routine must meet realistic expectations. As you perhaps search for wisdom with me, look no further than this issue of Natural Awakenings, overflowing with insights and information to jumpstart new beginnings. For instance, did you know that 70 percent of the immune system resides in the lining of the gut? That’s just one critical issue writer Melinda Hemmelgarn addresses in “Nutrition Upgrades: Five Strategies for Better Health.” Ditch the diet, eat for yourself and the planet and learn about the care and feeding of that all-important microbiome. As part of the quest for learning how to create a well-balanced life, nutrition has definitely been my number one starting point, and a nutritionist advisor has suggested that stages of developing better eating habits need to be formed, starting with clearing out pantry supplies and other food sources and revising the grocery list to include new menus and forming a mindset. Naturally, these choices needed to be gradually introduced and incorporated into the family as we begin developing healthier lifelong habits. Raising our level of consciousness has been challenging, yet rewarding as we appreciate the results. I think the starting point was having an open discussion about changing our lifestyle, starting with food, and what that involved. As we discussed discarded items in the kitchen, we discovered why we liked certain foods and what role they played in our lives. Now we’ve created this amazing support system for each other that is super cool. I strongly believe in the art of creating our own destiny—now we can truly make choices to eliminate waste that’s not serving purpose in our lives. As spring rapidly approaches, we cover some great strategies for seasonal allergies to combat for your kids and pets in this issue. Also Philly, as we continue to live our purposeful lives, let’s keep in mind that March 22 is World Water Day, a time to take stock of water scarcity, the top long-term global risk for the next decade. Happy reading!

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Contents 10 EXERCISE

VS. ALLERGIES All the Right Moves

12 PHILIPPE COUSTEAU

on the Power of Wonder and Legacy

14 HEALING FROM

GENETICALLY ALTERED FOODS

Another Reason to Go Organic

16 NUTRITION UPGRADES

Five Strategies for Better Health

20 DELICIOUS DISCARDS Making Meals From Mainly Scraps

22 AIR CARE FOR KIDS

Keeping the Homefront Allergy-Free

23 FLOW WITH THE

SEASONS TO MAINTAIN NATURAL HEALTH

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Young Entrepreneurs Get a Leg Up

he Business of Doing Good (BODOG) holds five-day summer programs at existing youth programs in Philadelphia, Boston and New York City to teach creative middle school kids that want to start their

own business about social entrepreneurship. BODOG provides the exposure, tools and a dynamic and engaging curriculum that will leave kids inspired to change the world, while every participant focuses on their own topic. The kids learn how to create, present and launch their unique social entrepreneurial endeavor. Curriculum topics include ideation, communication, marketing and presentation skills. Participants get the chance to meet and engage with local entrepreneurs sharing their stories. Registration for Philadelphia events at TheBusinessOfDoingGood. org/registration-philadelphia. For more information, email Gianna@TheBusinessOfDoingGood.org. See ad, page 9.

Breathe IX Allergy Conference

resented by the Allergy & Asthma Specialists (A&AS) Educational Foundation, the ninth annual Breath Conference of Allergy and Asthma Specialists, Breath IX, will take place on March 15 at the Hilton Philadelphia City Ave, with guest speaker Jen Heimall, M.D., and physicians from Allergy & Asthma Specialists, PC. Heimall is medical director of Day Medicine and assistant professor of clinical pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at University of Philadelphia. Education and research form the backbone of the A&AS Foundation. They are part of important industry events and programs that underscore a mandate to promote healthier outcomes for people everywhere. Likewise, they spearhead state-of-the-art research studies that advance leading-edge patient care. Location: 4200 City Ave., Philadelphia. Register at AllergyAndAsthmaWellness.com/9th-annual-breath-conference. For more information, visit AllergyAndAsthmaWellness.com.

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Environmental Film Festival Marks Second Year

he second annual Philadelphia Environmental Film Festival will take place from April 6 through 8 at the Prince Theater, showcasing 34 environmentally focused shorts and features from international and American filmmakers—11 by female directors—to kick off Earth Month. The festival opens with the Pennsylvania Premiere of Anote’s Ark, directed by Matthieu Rytz, straight from its Sundance 2018 World Premiere. The opening night feature showcases Jeff Orlowski’s Chasing Coral, winner of the Sundance Film Festival Audience Favorite Award, and closes with the Pennsylvania Premiere of Karina Holden’s provocative journey into the ocean realm, Blue. Executive Director Debra Wolf Goldstein says, “Our jury panel reviewed over 260 films to select exceptional and interesting new films that have something for all ages and interests.” Artistic Director Alexandra Drobac Diagne notes, “The caliber of programming from around the world that we’re offering at the upcoming Festival is tremendous. We are hosting Pennsylvania Premieres for eight of the nine features, along with 25 shorts.” The Philadelphia Environmental Film Festival will honor Orlowski with the festival’s Environmental Advocacy Award, presented by founding sponsor The Nature Conservancy, and . Susan Kucera, director of Living in the Futures Past, produced and narrated by Jeff Bridges, with the festival’s first EcoVisionary Award. Location: 1412 Chestnut St. For tickets and passes, visit PhilaEnviroFilmFest.org/festival/buy-tickets.

Around-The-Clock Coaching with Time to Thrive

ITAL Wellness has started a new wellness coaching membership program, Time to Thrive. Members receive VITAL Wellness’ signature Total Wellness Reboot course, with tools and resources for easy implementation, monthly Q&A, group coaching sessions, access to a private members-only Facebook group and membership in a Meetup group. Founder and wellness coach Amanda M. Hollenbach, MS, RD, LDN, LAT, CHWC, says, “Members can participate virtually anywhere! All components of the Time to Thrive program are provided online, so members can access them anytime. For those that want to make sustainable lifestyle changes, but feel like they don’t have time or don’t know where to start, Time to Thrive provides a comprehensive program in simple steps – with 24/7 access to resources, materials and a supportive community.

For more information, email AmandaH@YourVitalWellness.com. See ad, page 15.

Hundreds of New Trees to Populate Downtown

new Center City District (CCD) initiative and a generous donation from residents has spurred the launch the Plant Center City, program to bring 200 more trees to Center City over the next two years. The program kicked off in late January with a fundraiser held by two Center City residents that raised $55,00. If the program meets their goal, it would bring the total number of trees in Center City to 2,500. The donation will cover the first batch of trees, but it costs around $2,500 to plant a new tree, which includes the cost of excavation, planting, and long-term maintenance. Anyone can adopt a tree for about $1,200. Native trees like oak, cypress, sycamore and hornbeam that reach 12 to 14 feet tall will begin planting this spring. Trees can decrease urban air temperatures, reduce air conditioning bills for homes and businesses; and absorb carbon dioxide and other pollutants, making the air healthier. They also add value to adjacent homes and businesses and increase pedestrian safety by calming traffic and reducing speeds. For more information, visit Tinyurl.com/PlantCenterCityInfo.

Block Captains Coordinate City Beautification Efforts

or more than 70 years, the Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee (PMBC) has helped bring positive change to neighborhoods throughout Philadelphia through a network of dedicated block captains. They constantly work to organize events, provide support and empower residents to come together for a more beautiful city. Their mission is more than just cleaning our streets; it’s giving neighborhoods a cause to rally behind and take pride in together. It means encouraging neighbors to do their part and come together to secure an even greater quality of life for families. More than 9,000 cleaning and beautification activities take place each year—with 90,000-plus volunteers assisting block captains, their neighbors, community groups and their units to beautify city blocks all over town. For more information, call 215-686-5560 or visit PhiladelphiaStreets.com/pmbc.

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Discover the Ancient Soul Alchemy of the Vedas

he Vedas are the ancient sciences of the enlightened masters of India. Pundit Samavedula, a sixthgeneration Sama Veda priest whose lifelong devotion and worldwide experience has brought these cosmic energies of transformation to global audiences for more than 25 Pundit Samavedula years, will conduct Yagya for Renewal and Self-Liberation from 3 to 6 p.m., April 6, and a class, Sacred Mantras, Chanting and Meditation for Healing, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 7. Yagya for Renewal in celebration of Spring Sacred Mantras and Chants have existed for thousands of years, and Samavedula will share his in-depth knowledge of the Vedic sciences of chanting and mantras used to empower, heal and transform. In 2002, he founded The Vedic Yagya Center, which operates globally and has facilities near Vijaywada, Andhra Pradesh, India, and a main office in Orange County, California. Samavedula’s interest in Vedic sciences sparked from his grandfather’s influence. As a boy in India, he committed to dedicating his life to learning these Vedic texts and distilling these ancient wisdom into practical remedies (yagyas) for modern day use. His love of this work and sharing it has been his life’s calling. As a result, he has traveled the entire span of the globe, constantly exploring ever deeper into the metaphysical truths of the great sages of India, and has been applying this supreme Vedic science to resolve issues for people from all aspects of life. Participating in a yagya provides an opportunity to be supported through life in a powerful way by releasing old energy patterns and fulfilling our destiny. Yagyas transmute limiting, constricting and distorted energies, providing a space of freedom that offers new perspectives, cleaner choices and ultimately, new possibilities from life. Yagyas always impart a feeling of expansiveness and a new depth of peace, contentment and fulfillment. During a Yagya, the Vedic priest appeals to this divine energy and asks for grace and intervention on behalf of the person requesting the Yagya. With the support of the divine, one is able to more easily achieve improved health, greater wealth, and spiritual enlightenment. Personal Jyotish astrological consultations with Samavedula are available. Location: 641 Webb Rd., Chadds Ford, PA. For more information, call 312-868-9347, email Michael@ AlchemyForSoul.com or visit AlchemyForSoul.com/events. See ad, page 19. March 2019

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During the six months of Denmark’s frigid winter, 107 study volunteers took either two grams of liquid rose hip (marketed as Hyben Vital) or a placebo daily. University of Copenhagen researchers found that the rose hip group experienced 18 percent fewer colds, as well as significantly fewer symptoms such as coughing, headache, muscle stiffness and fatigue when they did get a cold.

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Being exposed to high levels of artificial outdoor light at night contributes to insomnia and greater use of sleeping pills, reports a new study from South Korea’s Seoul National University College of Medicine. The researchers studied the records of 52,027 people without diagnosed sleep disorders—60 percent of them women—and correlated their sleeping pill use with their residential location relative to artificial outdoor light intensity. The brighter the outdoor lighting, the more likely were sleep issues and the greater and more frequent use of sleeping pills. The study joins other research that has shown that artificial nighttime lighting—outdoors and indoors—disrupts circadian rhythms, potentially leading to such metabolic and chronic diseases and conditions as cancer, diabetes, obesity and depression.

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Light Pollution Disturbs Sleep

Rose Hip Reduces Cold Symptoms

Lemon Balm Lowers Blood Pressure, Reduces LDL Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), a soothing herb from the mint family, can significantly improve the condition of patients with chronic stable angina, reports a recent study in the Journal of Herbal Medicine. Researchers at Iran’s Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences tested 80 patients with the condition, which involves chest pain linked to a lack of blood flow to the heart. The patients were given three one-gram doses a day of lemon balm powder or a placebo. After two months, the patients given the lemon balm had significant reductions of “bad” low-density cholesterol (LDL), both systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and increased workout capacity, a measure of heart function.

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Eco-Friendly Hair Salon in Chestnut Hill

by Martin Miron

L8 Hair Lounge owner and stylist Danielle DiGiovanni is a Jean Madeline graduate with 20 years of experience, specializing in color and event styling. She is certified in Brazilian blowouts and Babe hair extensions, as well as skilled in the art of grey blending. Inspired by nature and passionate about hair, she combined the two to create SL8, an eco-friendly hair salon in January 2017 in Chestnut Hill. DiGiovanni says, “SL8 is our way of offering clients a salon that uses only safe, clean and pure products for beautiful healthy hair, while protecting the environment and standing up for animal rights.” SL8 collaborates on events with local retail stores, bridal boutiques, salons and makeup artists. She is available for on-site hair and makeup assignments for weddings, bar mitzvahs, photo shoots and more. “Let’s face it, being a mom is one of the hardest jobs out there,” says DiGiovanni. To help unwind, she crafted the Mom’s Time Out package. This perfect pampering package includes face framing, which is a blend of high and low lights, to accentuate the client’s features, con-

ditioning, relaxing scalp massage, blow dry, style and most importantly, peace and quiet. “Our belief at SL8 is that beauty comes from within. We strive to keep our products pure and eco-friendly. L’anza is 100 percent vegan and gluten-free. Oribe is cruelty-free and vegetarian. We offer Goldwell color for the ingredient-conscious clients. Our mission is to make you beautiful without causing harm to our delicate ecosystem,” advises DiGiovanni. Oribe and L’anza are essential for producing beautiful, healthy hair and help support a sustainable environment. Specifically designed to address individual hair needs using the proprietary Keratin Bond System, L’anza is able to target the causes of hair damage, not just the symptoms. SL8 Hair Lounge is located at 8135 Germantown Ave., in Philadelphia. For appointments, call 215-248-2000 or visit SL8HairLounge. com. See ad, page 3.

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Try Some Yoga

Exercise vs. Allergies

All the Right Moves

by Marlaina Donato

easonal allergies plague more than 26 million Americans, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, with numbers on the rise in recent years. This is due in part to a dramatic increase in the amount of airborne pollen, a possible byproduct of climate change. Environmental and lifestyle stress, inadequate nutrition and weakened immune systems are also factors, leaving many feeling too miserable to engage in physical activities. Yet, research shows that exercise can help ease allergy symptoms and lessen severity. A survey of 2,000 allergy sufferers sponsored by the UK National Pollen and Aerobiology Research Unit showed those that exercised the most had the mildest symptoms.

More Exercise, Less Discomfort

Boosting heart rate through aerobic activities such as running, walking, jumping rope, treadmill routines, tennis and team sports like volleyball or basketball seems to offer anti-allergy benefits. Vitamin C can also help. Researchers from the Faculty of Sports Science at Chulalongkorn University, in Bangkok, Thailand, found that 70 percent of participants that took a vitamin C supplement and ran for half an hour experienced decreased nasal congestion and sneezing. “Exercising regularly creates a cumulative effect in the body, helps speed up metabolism and improves immunity, so you could find even less allergies occurring over time,” says Stephanie Mansour, fitness expert and former allergy sufferer from Chicago. “I used to get allergy shots for a runny nose and headaches during certain times of the year, but personally transformed my allergies through expanding my lungs and chest and balancing out my nervous system.” The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy recommends 10

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Mansour, a certified yoga instructor, attests to the benefits of the practice. To ease the symptoms of allergies, she recommends yoga both for its physical effects and its breath benefits. “Yoga can also help bring equilibrium to the nervous system and help the body relax. When the body is in a healthy balance and relaxed, it’s more effective at warding off things like infection or allergies.” Registered nurse and yoga instructor Kristin Brien, of New York City, concurs. “A yoga practice trains and strengthens the vagal nerve, which activates the parasympathetic nervous system— rest and digest mode—and turns off the inflammatory response,” Brien says. “When we are under chronic stress, our nervous systems react as though our bodies are under constant threat, thus making some of us more susceptible to hypersensitive reactions to offending seasonal antigens like pollen and ragweed.” Yoga practitioners across the board recommend inverted poses such as the plow, shoulder stand and downward facing dog to relieve allergy-related congestion. While yoga can be beneficial, inverted poses should be avoided by anyone with high blood pressure, glaucoma or retinal issues due to increased pressure in the blood vessels of the head, and some experts emphasize that allergy sufferers and asthmatics should avoid hot yoga and other demanding forms during flare-ups. A gentle approach goes a long way. Ideally, Brien recommends asanas that anyone can do, including legs up the wall, supported bridge pose, supported reclined goddess pose and child’s pose.

Warm-Up No matter the type of exercise, warming up can play a key factor. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, stretching before activity and boosting heart rate helps to maximize exercise and its symptom-reducing effects.

Create a Healthy Space Lessening the body’s burden by making small changes in living or workout space can also optimize the benefits of exercise. Brien, an allergy sufferer and asthmatic, recommends using a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter to reduce circulating allergens and also wiping down all surfaces, including yoga mats, floors, window sills and vents. During drier, colder times of the year, Mansour recommends using a humidifier to add moisture to the air and improve breathing. Exercise may not cure seasonal allergies, but it can lessen related symptoms, along with effecting a more balanced nervous system and better overall health. Marlaina Donato is the author of several books and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmberMusic.com.

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gentler forms of exercise, and cautions against vigorous workouts such as Crossfit or long runs that can be counterproductive and exacerbate allergy flare-ups. Mansour recommends yoga, Pilates, walking or weight training—especially when congestion is a factor.

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hilippe Cousteau Jr., the 39-yearold grandson of legendary undersea explorer Jacques Cousteau, is continuing a rich family legacy of sharing the wonders of the natural world with a global audience. A diver, conservationist and environmental activist, the younger Cousteau has also become an inspirational speaker, writer, social entrepreneur and producer of myriad television and film projects. Now in his fifth season of hosting the Emmy-nominated series Xploration Awesome Planet, which airs on a number of outlets, Cousteau and his wife, Ashlan, also co-host the popular Travel Channel series Caribbean Pirate Treasure, a waterborne odyssey that explores pirate legends, shipwrecks and the lore of lost treasures. His previous work has examined the fragile future of sharks, tigers, rhinos and other species nearing collapse, and their critical places in the natural order. Like his grandfather and

father before him—Philippe Sr. died in a plane crash six months before his son was born—Cousteau has embraced the mission of inspiring youth to take action for a sustainable planet, launching EarthEcho International in 2005 and authoring several children’s books.

How did your grandfather inspire you?

He was a captain in the French Navy during World War II when he and an engineer invented scuba diving. It revolutionized humanity in many ways because until then, we were limited in our ability to explore the ocean. He then went on to help create underwater cameras and lights and the means to do storytelling about this wonderful world that he was exploring. It was the first time for millions of people around the world to get a glimpse of what lived in the ocean. Ted Turner called him the “father of the environmental

movement” because over time, his stories led him to a deeper understanding of the changes that were happening in the oceans and inspired him to embark on a journey not just of exploration, but of conservation. Growing up with that legacy, I was very much inspired by his work. My father was also a big part of the early Cousteau Society, and was a major driver in the early days of the conservation ethic.

How did covering the 2010 BP oil disaster for news organizations and being among the first to dive into the historic spill shape your world view?

It was a transformative experience for me, and for the country. It was a much-needed reminder of the consequences of our addiction to oil. Seeing the spill firsthand was a horrific experience. While I was already engaged and committed to conservation, it really helped [me] to double down on the urgency that I feel on these issues, because I saw not only what it did to the environment, but what it did to the communities that rely on the environment—the fishermen, the tourism operators, other people. They were all shattered and devastated by that spill. It was a powerful reminder that when we talk about conservation, we are really talking about building a world where humans can thrive as much as nature.

What are your goals in reaching out to the next generation?

A focus on environmental education is something we’ve always been doing. EarthEcho International has become one of the leading environmental education groups in the U.S. My grandfather always recognized that young people are key to building society’s ethos of environmental sustainability. We have to start with young people to grow constituencies of the older people to understand and be able to connect the dots and to care about it. Xploration Awesome Planet is targeted to the teen and tween audience, and we also have a lot of adults that watch it. It’s a great example of a program that’s all about inspiring people to not just be a passive observer of the world around them, but to be an active participant, to get engaged.

How can parents build upon the foundational message of environmental responsibility that your work instills in kids?

They can treat their kids like the hearts and minds of these issues and recognize that they are more than vessels to be filled with information. We try to encourage them to be treated like they are agents of change, that they are creative, and give them the latitude, trust and empowerment to come up with their own ideas, to look at the world, be informed and inspired, so they can say, “Oh wow. This is an issue I really care about, and I am going to do something about it.” Randy Kambic, of Estero, Florida, is a freelance writer and editor. March 2019

Roundup and Gut Health

Healing From Genetically Altered Foods Another Reason to Go Organic by Marlaina Donato

As I dug deeper, I put health have ignited conwenty-five years ago, the first the pieces together of troversy among sciengenetically modi- the relationship between tists, consumers and even fied (GM) crop came to governments. GMOs, gut health and market in the form of a Much of the research subsequent diseases. has been conducted in tomato engineered for a longer shelf life. Today, ~Michelle Perro, pediatrician, other countries—more as much as 80 percent of author and executive director than 60 have banned food in the U.S. contains GMOs—and most of GMO Science GMOs (as they are best studies have focused on known) and most of the world’s genetically the health effects of the glyphosate used engineered crops are treated with glyphosate on these crops, which the World Health herbicides, primarily Monsanto’s Roundup. Organization in 2015 declared a probable Unlike hybrids produced by convenhuman carcinogen. “Glyphosate adversely tional breeding, GMOs are created in a affects the mitochondria, neurotranslaboratory, often incorporating DNA from mitter production and hormones,” says other species, such as bacteria and viruses. Smith, whose recent documentary, Secret Researching the potential health effects Ingredients, presents stories of people that “must be our number one priority, because overcame chronic illnesses by eliminating GMO technology is replacing nature,” says GMOs from their diets. Jeffrey Smith, executive director of the Smith recently conducted a survey Institute for Responsible Technology, in published in the International Journal of Fairfield, Iowa. “The altered genomes are Human Nutrition and Functional Medipassed on to future generations.” cine in which 3,256 respondents reported Although U.S. regulators generally improvement in a number of health regard these foods to be safe, the ubiquity problems after they switched to largely of GMOs in the food chain and a lack of non-GMO and organic diets. “Many of the research on their long-term effect on human conditions that improved in the survey 14

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“Roundup can loosen the tight junctions between our cells,” explains Smith. “This can lead to leaky gut, which can contribute to inflammation and numerous diseases.” Dr. Akil Palanisamy, a Harvardeducated physician and author of The Paleovedic Diet: A Complete Program to Burn Fat, Increase Energy, and Reverse Disease, concurs. “I do believe that the microbiome is crucial for health, and by switching to organic, we eliminate the potential microbiome-damaging effects of glyphosate.” Palanisamy, based in San Francisco, emphasizes glyphosate’s known ability to cause DNA damage and potentially induce cell death. “It may be a contributing factor to Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, depression, infertility and gastrointestinal disorders,” he says. “It is impossible in the U.S. to just eliminate GMO foods from the diet, so eating organic is the only way to guarantee avoiding GMO foods. This automatically also reduces pesticides from the diet.”

Anecdotal Evidence

Dr. Michelle Perro, a pediatrician, author and executive director of GMO Science, in San Rafael, California, became involved when she came across research by plant biologist Dr. Arpad Pusztai, one of the first scientists to raise concerns about the safety of genetically modified foods. “I was able to correlate his findings with the change in children’s health that I was beginning to notice in my own practice,” says Perro. “As I dug deeper, I put the pieces together of the relationship between GMOs, gut health and subsequent diseases.” Perro has seen improved health in her patients once a cleaner diet is introduced. “Parents have the ability to help

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participants are similar to the health issues found in lab animals fed GMOs or the associated herbicide Roundup,” he wrote. More than 85 percent reported improvement from digestive disorders. It is possible that glyphosate, which is antibiotic in nature, may disrupt the delicate balance of the microbiome, a community of microbes that inhabit the gut.

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reverse chronic disorders plaguing their children, including asthma, eczema, food allergies and neurocognitive disorders such as autism and ADHD [attention deficit hyperactivity disorder].” Palanisamy has also seen significant changes in his patients’ health when they heed his advice and avoid GMOs. “Often, they report improvement in digestion, mood, brain fog and energy levels.” The body is designed with the innate ability to heal, says Pero. “Chronic diseases can be reversed when organic nutrition is the foundation.” The Hartman Group’s Organic & Natural 2018 report reveals that 46 percent of American shoppers now seek GMO-free food. “The tipping point here in the United States has begun,” says Smith.

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Marlaina Donato is the author of several books on spirituality, health and wellness and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

Helpful Resources

2018 Journal of the American Medical Association study: Tinyurl.com/OrganicFoodAndCancer What’s Making our Children Sick?: How Industrial Food Is Causing an Epidemic of Chronic Illness, and What Parents (and Doctors) Can Do About It, by Dr. Michelle Perro and University of California San Francisco medical anthropologist Vincanne Adams; ChelseaGreen.com/product/whatsmaking-our-children-sick

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Five Strategies for Better Health by Melinda Hemmelgarn

pringtime brings a desire to clean up our diets and refresh our plates. Here are five worthy strategies for upgrading nutrition and greeting the season with a renewed sense of well-being.

Ditch dieting.

According to the Boston Medical Center, an estimated 45 million Americans go on a diet each year and spend more than $30 billion annually on weight-loss products. Despite this hefty investment, restrictive diets don’t work, says Sandra Aamodt, a neuroscientist based in northern California. Aamodt co-presented the Neurobiology of Dieting: Evidence for Improving Mental Health With a Self-Care Approach session at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) annual meeting last October in Washington, D.C. “Diets are not harmless,” Aamodt explains. “They create stress, persistent hunger, 16

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trigger eating disorders such as binge eating and even make people fatter over time.” It’s better to take a kinder approach, says Rebecca Scritchfield, a Washington, D.C.-based registered dietitian and Aamodt’s co-presenter. Scritchfield is the author of Body Kindness: Transform Your Health From the Inside Out – and Never Say Diet Again. She teaches her clients to value their self-worth regardless of body size, practice mindful eating and focus on overall self-care: Think enjoyable physical activity, adequate sleep and positive self-talk. Mindful eating includes paying attention to thoughts and feelings that trigger eating such as hunger, but also stress, boredom and loneliness, says Californiabased registered dietitian Andrea Lieberstein, who wrote Well Nourished: Mindful Practices to Heal Your Relationship with Food, Feed Your Whole Self, and End Overeating. She encourages clients to identify voids in their lives and fill them

Learn how to cook and garden. The best

dietary upgrade starts in our own kitchens, where the cook controls the ingredients. Home cooking with fresh, whole foods is at the heart of feeding ourselves well. Processed food manufacturers would like us to equate cooking with drudgery or think that cooking takes too much time, yet this couldn’t be further from the truth. Tanmeet Sethi, an integrative physician at the Swedish Cherry Hill Family Medicine Residency, in Seattle, established a culinary medicine program that includes both cooking and gardening classes. Sethi says, “Eating is sacred; it’s our connection to the earth.” She also believes there is wisdom in the way food has been traditionally cooked. Sethi recommends a Mediterranean eating pattern for

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with healthy relationships and pleasurable activities, rather than food. The “health at any size” philosophy is accepted by a growing number of health and nutrition experts, including Annie Kay, a registered dietitian and registered yoga therapist at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. She’s the author of Every Bite is Divine: The Balanced Approach to Enjoying Eating, Feeling Healthy and Happy, and Getting to a Weight That’s Natural for You. Kay injects compassion into her work, promoting stress reduction, conscious eating and finding peace for individuals to reach their natural weight.

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its power to reduce depression and ward off chronic diseases. She also promotes the “herb and spice pharmacy” to reduce inflammation and treat and prevent disease. For example, she says, “Ginger and turmeric both act on the same biochemical pathways as antiinflammatory medicines.” Cooking and eating together as a family has multiple benefits, too, improving children’s nutrition, self-esteem and school performance. Best of all, says Sethi, “Family meals allow us to connect with the people we love.” Put away phones, turn off screens and truly tune in to each other. Connecting to the earth through gardening also improves our health, according to both Wendy Demark-Wahnefried, a registered dietitian and associate director of the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Diana Dyer, a Michigan-based organic farmer, registered dietitian and author of A Dietitian’s Cancer Story: Information & Inspiration for Recovery & Healing. They promote gardening as a way to interact with nature, reduce stress and improve quality of life. With just a small patch of soil, home and community gardens provide a ready source of affordable, fresh and nutritious vegetables and herbs.

Eat to protect our planet. According to the

American Public Health Association, climate change is a major threat to our population. Droughts, fires, storms and flooding create obvious challenges to growing crops, but new research also shows how increasing levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere decreases the nutritional quality of food, leading to lower levels of protein and minerals. One solution is to change the way we farm and eat. For example, Jennifer Jay, Ph.D., a professor of environmental engineering in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at the University of California Los Angeles, calculated the carbon footprints and climate impacts of a variety of food choices. In general, she says, the fewer animal products in our diets, the lower the greenhouse gas impact. But meat and other animal products

Seventy percent of our immune system is in the lining of the gut. ~Tanmeet Sethi, an integrative physician at the Swedish Cherry Hill Family Medicine Residency, in Seattle. need not be totally off the table. Simply choose smaller portions and when possible, purchase local pasture-raised products produced without antibiotics and hormones. Organic food production introduces less fertilizers, pesticides, antibiotic-resistant bacteria and greenhouse gases into our environment. So, what’s best for the planet is best for us. Jay provides easy, plant-based and planet-friendly recipes at Meals4Planet.org.

Support gut health.

Around 400 B.C., Hippocrates said, “Bad digestion is the root of all evil.” Fast forward through the centuries to today, and one of the hottest areas of research in health, medicine and nutrition revolves around the microbiome; more specifically, the community of microorganisms living in the gut. “Seventy percent of our immune system is in the lining of the gut,” explains Sethi, which is why she advises,“Feed the bacteria in your gut real food.” Similarly, Teresa

Martin, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator based in Bend, Oregon, emphasizes the value of unprocessed, highfiber, organic plant foods to nourish gut bacteria and maintain microbial balance. Speaking at the same recent meeting, Martin described multiple ways gut bacteria influence our physical and mental health, including nutrient absorption, body weight and blood sugar control, bone density, inflammation and mood. Microbes in the colon digest and ferment plant fibers into short-chain fatty acids, which help ensure a thick, healthy, intestinal mucus lining. Martin notes, “When we don’t eat enough plants, we can’t make enough short-chain fatty acids,” which are key to gut-brain crosstalk and control of appetite and mood. Martin recommends eating 35 to 50 grams of fiber per day from food, not supplements. She also warns against “microbial assassins” such as antibiotics, processed meats, high-fat diets, refined carbohydrates, added sugars and artificial sweeteners, plus the emulsifiers polysorbate 80 and carboxymethylcellulose, which are commonly added to foods like ice cream and baked goods to improve texture and extend shelf life. All contribute to microbial imbalance, the loss of microbial diversity and leaky gut—the inability to keep offending food compounds like gluten and intact milk protein out of the bloodstream—leading to food intolerance, inflammation and autoimmune disorders.

Eat-Right Resources Dorothy Sears: beta.prx.org/stories/225407 Food Sleuth Radio interviews: exchange.prx.org/series/32432-food-sleuth-radio “The Great Nutrient Collapse:” Tinyurl.com/GreatNutrientCollapse The Kick Diabetes Cookbook: An Action Plan and Recipes for Defeating Diabetes, by Brenda Davis. BrendaDavisRD.com Mediterranean diet pyramid: Tinyurl.com/OldWaysMediterraneanDiet The Obesogen Effect: Why We Eat Less and Exercise More but Still Struggle to Lose Weight, by Bruce Blumberg Tanmeet Sethi: beta.prx.org/stories/243771 Whole Grain Hierarchy: Youtube.com/watch?v=nkFJZUIUeEA Why Diets Make Us Fat: The Unintended Consequences of Our Obsession with Weight Loss, by Sandra Aamodt March 2019

Try intermittent fasting and smart meal timing. Allowing

the body at least 12 hours without food intake benefits gut microbial diversity, says Martin. Intermittent fasting, or eating patterns in which no or few calories are consumed between 12 to 16 hours, can protect against a variety of metabolic diseases such as Type 2 diabetes, perhaps in part due to the effect on gut microbes. Dorothy Sears, associate professor of medicine and associate director of the Center for Circadian Biology at the University of California, San Diego, studied the effect of intermittent fasting, or “time-restricted feeding”, on the risk of breast cancer recurrence. In a study of more than 2,300 breast cancer survivors, Sears discovered the women that fasted for at least 13 hours a day reduced breast cancer recurrence by 36 percent, regardless of other dietary factors. Putting this into practice, if the last meal of the day ends at 6 p.m., the first meal of the next day would not begin before 7 a.m. In addition to this “prolonged nightly fasting,” Sears says that when we eat affects the way our bodies handle calories. She recommends eating during the first half of the day, when the sun is up and our enzyme and hormone systems are best able to handle calories, control blood sugar and body weight. Spring forward with these five tips and enjoy better health. Melinda Hemmelgarn, the “food sleuth”, is an award-winning registered dietitian, writer and nationally syndicated radio host based in Columbia, MO. Reach her at FoodSleuth@ gmail.com. Tune into Food Sleuth Radio through iTunes, Stitcher and KOPN.org. 18

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Registered dietitian Brenda Davis, of British Columbia, also recommends wholefood, plant-based diets to reverse Type 2 diabetes. She developed a “whole-grain hierarchy” to identify the most gut-friendly, least-processed grains, including cracked oats, brown rice, barley, buckwheat, sprouted grain, wheat berries and kamut. Along with beans, legumes, nuts, seeds, fruits and vegetables, Davis says these foods nourish beneficial gut microbes and reduce inflammation.

Quick Tips for Enjoying Good Food, Fast

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1. Cook once, eat twice (or more). Smart, busy cooks use this wise, old home economics strategy. A big pot of soup, stew or chili makes many servings of easy-to-heat leftovers. Store extra servings in glass, never plastic, for quick, heat-and-serve meals. Add a side salad and fruit for dessert for a nourishing, fulfilling meal.

2. Master the omelet. Eggs, prefer-

ably free-range and organic, make fast, easy, affordable meals. Get creative with personalized omelet fillings. For example, in a tablespoon or more of olive oil, quickly sauté any combination of seasonal vegetables like potatoes, onions, peppers, mushrooms, asparagus, kale or spinach. When tender, slide vegetables into a bowl. Add a few more drops of olive oil to the pan and pour in beaten eggs. When eggs are almost set, top them with sautéed vegetables and a sprinkle of cheese. Cover the pan, set heat to low and when cheese is melted, it’s time to eat. For an alternative filling, try beans, avocado, cheese, onions or peppers with a side of salsa.

3. Use an electric pressure cooker. Say goodbye to sodium-laden,

BPA-lined cans of beans. With today’s

safe and easy electric pressure cookers, a pot of un-soaked dry beans can be ready in less than an hour. Use cooked beans in a variety of quick, delicious dishes, including hummus, burritos, soups, chili and veggie burgers. For tips on vegetarian cooking and stress-free pressure cooking, visit TheVeggieQueen.com.

4. Make friends with farmers.

Find local farmers’ markets for the most flavorful, fresh, seasonal produce. For those not sure what to do with kohlrabi or a strange-looking squash, farmers and fellow shoppers will gladly provide ideas. It’s like going to a community party with fellow foodies—much more fun than a trip to the grocery store.

5. Experiment with helpful cookbooks. Mark Bittman’s Kitchen Ex-

press provides 404 seasonal dishes that can be prepared in 20 minutes or less. Betty Crocker, the renowned classic teacher, shows beginning cooks how to make standard dishes from scratch. For delicious vegetarian meals, check out Deborah Madison’s Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone. And to enrich children’s taste buds, invite them into the kitchen with The Kids’ Multicultural Cookbook: Food & Fun Around the World, by Deanna F. Cook.

6. Invest in a microplane grater or handheld rasp. Add a punch

of flavor and pizzazz with this versatile kitchen tool. Use it to add freshly grated garlic, ginger and turmeric; plus lemon, lime and orange zest.

7. Purge cupboards of packaged, processed foods. Read

ingredient labels to remove the big offenders: refined flours, sugar and substitutes, artificial colors and additives that harm gut microbes, including polysorbate 80 and carboxymethyl cellulose.

8. Stock up with grab-and-go snacks. Fruits, vegetables, nuts, nut but-

ters and plain yogurt (sweeten to taste with local honey, seasonal fruit and cinnamon) make satisfying, high-nutrient snacks.

9. Keep assorted organic herbal teas handy. Unsweetened herbal teas

make cozy companions during prolonged nighttime fasting. Staying well hydrated is key to mental performance and weight control, too. Thirst often masquerades as hunger, so drink water or tea first, then reassess appetite.

10. Put fun and pleasure back into eating. Host a potluck with

friends to share cooking and clean up, or have a picnic with kids of all ages. Put flowers or a candle on the table and play soothing music—it all enhances digestion and encourages mindful eating. Bon appétit!

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Making Meals From Mainly Scraps by April Thompson

ood scraps are no It’s fun to challenge ing the plant, the fish, the longer relegated to animal and its life,” says yourself to create just making soup, the co-author of Scraps, stock and sauces that hide something delicious out Wilt & Weeds: Turning of something no one Wasted Food into Plenty. their true nature. Creative chefs are reawakening to Tama Matsuoka would think edible. the possibilities of skins, Wong, forager and co~Lindsay-Jean Hard cores, rinds and other author of Scraps, Wilt parts we’ve needlessly & Weeds, points to the been throwing away, with startling results. cultural relativism of cooking, noting that “Cooking with scraps is good for the our ancestors or other cultures may think planet and good for the pocketbook. Forty that modern Americans are throwing away percent of food produced goes uneaten, the best parts of our food. “Some of the unnecessarily filling the landfill with best flavor and nutrients can be found in hundreds of billions of dollars of food,” says vegetable, fruit and fish skins that often get Lindsay-Jean Hard, a chef in Ann Arbor, discarded,” says Matsuoka Wong. Michigan, and the author of Cooking With Both Scraps, Wilt & Weeds and CookScraps: Turn Your Peels, Cores, Rinds, and ing with Scraps are intended as reference Stems into Delicious Meals. guides to provide inspiration to home chefs, Yet the real driving force behind rather than rigid cookbooks to be followed Hard’s unusual, scrap-based recipes is the with precision. Matsuoka Wong suggests joy of creativity and innovation. “It’s fun to trying to work with the ingredients at hand, challenge yourself to create something deliusing substitutions as needed, instead of cious out of something no one would think buying an ingredient just to follow a recipe. edible,” says Hard. Cooking from scraps requires a shift in Mads Refslund, a Danish chef living mindset about our food and a new mindfulin New York City, seeks nature in food by ness about our habits in the kitchen, says Matcooking and serving it on the plate. “In suoka Wong. “Before automatically throwing nature, there is no ugly, no trash, just cycles of something away or composting, pause and change. Using all the parts is a way of respect- think, what might I do with this?” she says. 20

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Hard suggests choosing one new ingredient at a time to work with, old bread being an easy one to start with. “Stale bread can easily be transformed into breadcrumbs and croutons that can add nice texture to a lot of dishes,” says Hard. “Nail a couple things you can make out of anything, like fried rice or frittatas, which are both very accepting of most any ingredient you add,” says Matsuoka Wong. Hard agrees that simple, hearty dishes like layered casseroles or tasty tempura can be great ways to clean out the odds and ends in the crisper. Sometimes the toughest ingredients can yield the tastiest meal. Hard admits to having been stumped by what to do with the non-fleshy part of artichoke leaves, which can be tough and bitter, until she developed a recipe for artichoke leaf nachos. Edible weeds, leaves, stalks and stems of all kinds, including celery, asparagus ends and carrot tops, make for great pesto, which is itself a versatile ingredient—great for sandwiches, dips, pastas and more—and it freezes well, Hard says. Fish scales can be fried and eaten like potato chips; they are a crunchy bar snack in Japan, notes Matsuoka Wong. Fish carcasses or shrimp shells can also be boiled down into stock for risotto or seafood chowder, suggests Hard. Fruit cores can be boiled into sweet syrup for cocktails or non-alcoholic refreshments, or distilled down into vinegars. Fruit peels can be crisped up into a healthy snack or boiled into a tea. Hard likes to infuse tequila with beet peels for a dramatic look and a little extra flavor. Fruit or vegetable tops such as pineapples, strawberries, cucumbers and leftover herbs can be used to infuse water or vinegar. Water from canned beans, known as aquafaba, is a great stand-in for egg whites to make everything from homemade vegan mayo to fudgy brownies. “Cooking with scraps shouldn’t be intimidating or overwhelming or feel like a chore: They’re just ingredients,” says Hard. “The more you cook using these recipes, the more familiar the concepts will become, and you’ll realize how easy it is to adapt them to make them your own.” April Thompson is a freelance writer in Washington, D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.

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Spring Frittata Frittata is the Italian word for omelet, which consists of beaten eggs. It’s a yummy, healthy treat that is quick and easy to prepare. 5-6 egg whites beaten (large/extra large eggs) ½ tsp black pepper ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp fenugreek powder 1 tsp sea or kosher salt ½ tsp turmeric 1 pinch cayenne 2 scallions cut into small pieces 1 kale leaf, cut into pieces 1½-2 Tbsp ghee (option to use coconut oil) 1 handful of spinach ¼ onion diced In a large pan, add the oil. As the oil warms, you can add the veggies and watch them slowly cook into the oil. Separately, in a bowl, add the egg whites and spices. Beat thoroughly. Then add this mixture to the pan. Cover for about 3 to 5 minutes with the heat being on medium. Remove the cover and carefully flip the omelet. Don’t worry if it falls apart. It can happen when there’s too much liquid in the mix based on the veggies used. Just know that towards the end, let the omelet sit and turn a golden dark (but not too dark) brown color and it may solidify more into an omelet consistency.

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Turn the heat off and cover for about 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with more veggies or a grain on the side. What I did was put this omelet in a tortilla and enjoyed a cup of tea with it. To substitute for eggs, take 1 cup of chickpea flour and ¾ cup water instead of the egg whites. Also, mushrooms can be nice too but just note that they can increase kapha in a kapha individual.

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Air Care for Kids Keeping the Homefront Allergy-Free

by Avery Mack

n allergy is a dramatic overreaction of the immune system to environmental agents that are harmless to most people. Antibodies fight allergens with the release of histamines, and a runny nose, red eyes, sneezing, coughing, rash or hives can be the tangible result. Common around age 10, allergies often fade later in life, so children are often most sensitive to their causes. Outdoors, the problem could be pollen from trees or plants. Indoors, chemicals, dust mites, mold or pet dander are common culprits. An allergist can help identify them. Author of Clearing the Air One Nose at a Time: Caring for Your Personal Filter, pediatrician Hana Solomon, M.D., in Columbia, Missouri, focuses on a natural approach to prevent, rather than treat, symptoms. “Thirty years ago, we didn’t have specialty cleaning products,” she says. “Natural solutions work; sometimes just a cotton cloth and water are enough.” Frisco, Texas-based Urban Hydration uses vegan-friendly, cruelty- and glutenfree ingredients and herbal extracts to ensure their cleaning products don’t contain parabens, synthetics, polybeads and toxic chemicals. Their home and spa collections are kept as natural as possible without requiring refrigeration. Lemon extract 22

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and coconut oil are key ingredients in their all-purpose spray, dishwashing solution and fabric refresher. Microscopic dust mites live in upholstery, carpets and mattresses. They are the cleanup crew for the millions of dead skin cells humans shed daily. “If a child is allergic to dust mites, get rid of the carpet. Hang blinds on the windows. Vacuum heat vents,” Solomon says. “Use allergen-free pillows, no down or feathers, and a mattress cover. Wash it and bedding once a week. Reduce the number of toys and stuffed animals in use, wash [them] frequently and store others. Go unscented.” Leslie Fischer, an eco-minded mom and entrepreneur in Chicago, reviews mattresses for adults and babies at SustainableSlumber.com/reviews. “Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) off-gas from the mattress and disrupt sleep, but also trigger allergy symptoms, asthma and hives,” she says. “An organic mattress is a better choice.” Natural fabrics are the best option for bed linens. Kathryn Kellogg, author of the Going Zero Waste blog in Vallejo, California, lists 17 sustainable and eco-friendly bedding brands. For her own use, she chose organic cotton sheets from a family-owned business (Tinyurl.com/EcoFriendlyBeddingBrands).

Pajamas are also important. Look for comfy organic fibers that wick moisture, are hypoallergenic and fire-resistant. Merino wool’s millions of tiny air pockets create a micro-climate to keep sleeping kids toasty in cold weather and cool in summer heat. Pallet furniture is trendy, but keep in mind that chemical residue or insecticides may remain in the porous wood, as well as E. coli or listeria from food transports. A safety checklist can be found at Tinyurl. com/PalletSafety. Often overlooked, indoor mold can live year-round in damp places like bathrooms. A DecoLife bath mat made of natural diatomaceous earth and resilient plant-fiber is antibacterial, non-slip and contains no colorants. It dries within three minutes to prevent mold or mildew from forming. Instead of dropping wet towels and washcloths into the hamper, hang them to dry and launder weekly. Lemon juice keeps faucets sparkly clean and fresh-smelling. Vinegar cleans glass shower doors. Ditch the old shower curtain; most are made with PVC and release chemicals into the air. Install a rain showerhead to avoid water spray, and use a fast-drying hemp or organic cotton curtain. Opt for natural flooring; bamboo and cork are both sturdy and sustainable, but have a large carbon footprint due to shipping distances. Linoleum, updated and colorful, is available with marbled, stone-like, flecked and woodgrain patterns. Antistatic and antibacterial, it withstands kids and pets, requiring only a mild cleanser and damp mop to stay clean. Pets are often blamed when a child develops allergies. It’s actually their dander that causes the reaction. Rather than giving Sparky away, use pet-friendly wipes on fur and feet to remove dander and allergens carried in from outdoors. The Daily Shep offers tips at Tinyurl.com/TheDailyShepTips. Kids bring allergens into the house, too. Leave shoes outside the door, schedule an early bath and change to indoor garb for the evening. A high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter will help clean the air. Connect with freelance writer Avery Mack at AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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Flow with the Seasons to Maintain Natural Health

by Antonio Aragona

yurveda is not only a healthcare system, but also a preventative system. It shows us that vata, pitta, and kapha predominant individuals are prone toward certain conditions. For instance, vata (which governs the nervous system) predominant individuals are prone to anything that involves the nervous system. Pitta (which governs the endocrine and digestive system) predominant individuals are prone to inflammatorybased conditions, and kapha (which governs the immune system) predominant individuals are prone to lethargy, depression, heaviness, sluggish digestion, weight gain, water retention and even conditions such as asthma and diabetes. The axiom, “Like increases like and opposites cure,” in ayurveda means that whatever is the predominance of a particular dosha (biological humor; vata/pitta/kapha) that individual will see an increase in symptoms during its appropriate season (even time of day and phase of life). Seasonally, vata, begins in fall to early winter, kapha in late winter to early spring and pitta in late spring to the end of summer. Ayurveda also speaks highly of regularity and routines. The body is a historical system that relies upon regularity for its health. Here are five touchstones for maintain proper gut health: Wake up around the same time each day; have breakfast, lunch and dinner around the same time each day; and go to sleep around the same time each day. The seasons occur around the same time each year. The sun and moon circle around the same rhythm. The sun rises and sets around the same time each day, with the sun peaking around noon. So it is by aligning with the natural cycles that the body can reorganize itself and make sense of the chaos that can cause health issues. The rest of life can happen, weaving in and out of these pivotal points. It is important to have at least a half hour or more of “me” time that is sacred just to be with alone with minimal external distractions to develop a deeper relationship with ourselves. Many times symptoms have been minimized or even resolved simply by regulating, regimenting, and routinely following a dayto-day cycle. Find the best flow and keep it up for a few months. It usually takes at least one month to notice some sort of change. Antonio Aragona, AD, AYT, LMT, is the owner of Still Point Ayurveda. For more information, visit StillPointAyurveda.com. See ad, page 8. March 2019

Likely Causes and Remedies

FIGHT BACK NATURALLY

Plastic bowls. Switch to stainless steel bowls for food and water.

A change in cleaning products. Use unscented, all-natural cleansers. Put the dog or cat in another room when vacuuming so they don’t breathe dust. A new cat litter can trigger allergic reactions. Look for unscented, dust-free litter.

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pringtime doesn’t just mean warmer weather, colorful flowers and greening grass. It also brings seasonal allergies. For pets, it can be a miserable time of year, because dogs and cats are lower to the ground and pick up allergens on their fur. Grass, weeds, pollen, lawn chemicals, fertilizers and fleas can trigger reactions such as itchy skin, raw paws, sneezing fits and general discomfort. Due to the warmer temperatures of the past decade, flea allergies in dogs have risen 12 percent, while cats have seen a whopping 67 percent increase. Environmental allergies are also up 30 percent for dogs and 11 percent for cats, according to the 2018 State of Pet Health Report from the Banfield Pet Hospital, in Vancouver, Washington. The most common environmental allergens include dust mites, mold, fabric, feathers and cleaning solutions.

Symptoms A dog’s itching will often manifest between the toes, on the wrists, “armpits”, groin, legs, ears, eyes and back, just in front of the tail. In the quest for relief, dogs will lick, chew, pull out hair and scratch, often leaving bare spots or open wounds that 24

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may get infected. Cats will pull hair, scratch ears and develop a rash or bare spot on the stomach or inside the legs. In extreme cases, a veterinarian will give an injection to calm the itchiness before more damage is done. Owners can use that lull to investigate what is causing the allergy.

Fleas For fleas, there are more natural ways to end the cycle than using potentially toxic pet treatments. Diatomaceous earth (DE) is affordable, non-toxic and safe, made from fossils of marine life crushed into a superfine powder. Its deadly effect on insects stems from piercing their hard shells so they become dehydrated. It does not harm mammals. Be sure to buy food-grade DE, not the kind that’s designed for use in pools and gardens. Simply dust the dog to the skin with the powder and sprinkle it on bedding, rugs and carpets. Cats tend to have more favorite nap spots than dogs, so vacuum first to get rid of any flea eggs. Sprinkle the DE and leave it in place for a couple of weeks. Vacuum again. DE can be hard on regular vacuums, but a Shop-Vac is up to the task.

Dust mites. Replace worn beds and bedding on a regular basis. Look for natural fabrics and fillings; no down or feathers. Wash weekly. Lack of proper filtration. The air conditioner will capture incoming pollen: Be sure to change the filter often.

Be Proactive Check the paw pads. If they’re irritated or red and raw, ask the vet for a salve to ease the pain while they heal. Be sure to wipe paws when coming into the house. Take a look inside the ears. Allergies can lead to earaches, so watch for red, inflamed skin or black, tar-like goop. Either requires a vet visit and a prescription salve. If dog walks are part of regular exercise, ask neighbors or local park employees if they’ve sprayed pesticides or treated grassy areas. Add a small amount, based on weight, of Omega-3-rich fish oil to food to soothe and smooth the skin. Diligence in spotting symptoms can stop itching in its tracks when remedies are in place or at hand. Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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Seasonal flowers and grasses. Pet-friendly wipes will remove excess pollen when the dog comes in after outdoor time. A twice-weekly bath during the worst of the season and weekly as blooming subsides will wash away pollens. An oatmeal shampoo is soothing; don’t use tea tree oil-based shampoos, which may further irritate skin. Be sure to dry the fur. Wet bedding can cause mold, another allergen.

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March 2019

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THURSDAY, MARCH 14

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Lankenau Live Healthy Series: Choose to be Fit – 4:30pm. Educators from Lankenau Medical Center will lead a workshop on health and wellness. Haddington Library, 446 N 65th St, Philadelphia. 215-685-1970. Register: FreeLibrary.org. Book Club – 7-8:30pm. An ongoing twice-monthly spiritual book discussion. Book: The Bhagavad Gita. $5/session. Yoga on Main, 4363 Main St, Manayunk. Register: 215-482-7877. Info: cmum311@gmail. com. Schedule: YogaOnMain.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 16 SATURDAY, MARCH 2 Good Morning Yoga – 10:30am. A yoga class for people of all skill levels and abilities, made possible by the generous support of Studio 34. Mats are available, or bring your own. Must be 16 or older. Kingsessing Library, 1201 S 51st St, Philadelphia. 215-685-2690. FreeLibrary.org. Nature Play Saturdays – 10:30-11:30am.1st Sat. Bring your family for a hike and unstructured nature play with representatives from our NaturePHL program. Climb, explore and learn more about the many health benefits of outdoor activity. Meet at the Tall Trees Playscape behind the Visitor Center. All ages. Free. Schuylkill Center, 8480 Hagy’s Mill Rd, Philadelphia. 215-482-7300. Preregister: SchuylkillCenter.org. Cultivating the Divine Masculine – Noon-2:30pm. With Elliot Robertson. Explore the images of masculinity that haven’t served us. Heal from the culture of toxic masculinity. Adopt a new mindset and foundation. Step into honoring yourself. $45. Yoga On Main, 4363 Main St, Manayunk. Register: 215-482-7877. Percussion Workshops – 2pm. Saturdays thru May 18. This new series of percussion and drum workshops opens with Sistahs Laying Down Hands inaugural performance, and then continues on Saturdays with Karen Smith, lead percussionist and artistic director for Weez the Peeples Collective and Sistahs Laying Down Hands, an all-woman percussive poetry, storytelling, dance and drumming troupe. Free. Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St, Philadelphia. 215-686-5322. RSVP: Eventbrite: Tinyurl.com/flp-percussion.

MONDAY, MARCH 4 Amulets Workshop – 4:30pm. Learn how to create an amulet for power and protection– like the

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gris-gris bag Jojo’s grandfather makes for him. Richmond Library, 2987 Almond St, Philadelphia. 215-685-9992. Recycling Realities – 6:30-7:45pm. Thru Apr 8. This eight-week course will survey current recycling technologies and policies, with an emphasis on the recovery of value from municipal solid wastes. In addition to addressing the recycling of glass, paper products, food wastes, and traditional common metals, special attention will be paid to plastics and technology metals recycling. Falls of Schuylkill Library, 3501 Midvale Ave, Philadelphia. 215-685-2093.

TUESDAY, MARCH 5 Yoga for Adults – 7pm. An inclusive yoga class for people of all skill levels and abilities. Wear something comfortable and come to the library for wellness, stretching, and relaxation. Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia. 215-685-0522.

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Nature Exploration for Families – 10:30-11:30am. Grab your hiking boots for a naturalist-led exploration with your little ones. Gather in the Discovery Center for a short introduction and craft, and then hit the trails for guided exploration and discovery. Each week explores a different theme. Free. Schuylkill Center, 8480 Hagy’s Mill Rd, Philadelphia. 215482-7300. Preregister: SchuylkillCenter Hand Salve Making – Noon. Learn how to make your own moisturizing salve at home using all natural ingredients like shea butter and beeswax and easy to grow at home herbs. Leave with a salve sample made in the group as a class and the knowledge to make your own salves. Fumo Family Library, 2437 S Broad St, Philadelphia. 215-685-1758. Register: FreeLibrary.org.

Second Saturday Volunteer Day – 9:30am12:30pm. Volunteers will work with our staff on seasonal tasks like weeding, planting, cleaning, pruning and light maintenance. No special experience or skills required. Dress for working outdoors; bring work gloves and a water bottle. Bartram’s Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia. Register: 215-729-5281.

Organic Gardening – Noon-2pm. With Chef Nelson Jones. Learn how to successfully grow food naturally, without chemicals. Topics: different seed types; natural plant food; beneficial insects; harvest; your reward. $25 includes lunch, lecture and materials. Holistic Health Suite & Café, 6802 Old York Rd, Philadelphia. RSVP: by 3/2: 215-995-5150. HolisticHealthCafe.com.

Ayurveda Cooking Class – 10am-2pm. Learn and revisit what Ayurveda is in the context of this season, remembering that Ayurveda is the Science/ Art of living and the oldest system of medicine in the world. $65, $60 by 3/2, $50/seniors, $110/couple. Still Point Ayurveda, 6911 Cresheim Rd, Philadelphia. 215-356-7270. StillPointAyurveda.com.

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Restoration Volunteer Workday – 10am-noon. Help improve and maintain the health and biodiversity of this 340-acre forest through invasive plant removals, native species plantings, and trail maintenance projects. Connect with nature and make new friends while getting to know the Center’s property. Schuylkill Center, 8480 Hagy’s Mill Rd, Philadelphia. 215-482-7300. Preregister: SchuylkillCenter.org.

Yoga Workshop – 6pm. Join the Friends of PCI for their next series of yoga workshops. All levels of expertise are invited. Bring your own mat or towel. Registration for each session is required; sign up at the PCI Reference Desk. Philadelphia City Institute, 1905 Locust St, Philadelphia. 215-685-6621. FreeLibrary.org.

Spring Morning Retreat Week – Mar 18-22. 6-8am. With John Siva Das. Meet each morning for an intensive two-hour yoga/meditation class. Join for the whole week or certain days. A perfect way to heal, renew and energize in the midst of daily life. Yoga On Main, 4363 Main St, Philadelphia. 215-482-7877. YogaOnMain.com. Yoga Workshop – 6pm. Join the Friends of PCI for their next series of yoga workshops. All levels of expertise are invited. Bring your own mat or towel. Registration for each session is required; sign up at the PCI Reference Desk. Philadelphia City Institute, 1905 Locust St, Philadelphia. 215-685-6621.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 Lankenau Live Healthy Series: Coping with Caregiver Stress – 2:30pm. Educators from Lankenau Medical Center will lead a workshop on health and wellness. Wynnefield Library, 5325 Overbrook Ave, Philadelphia. 215-685-0298.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 28 Book Club – 7-8:30pm. An ongoing twice-monthly spiritual book discussion. Book: The Bhagavad Gita. $5/session. Yoga on Main, 4363 Main St, Manayunk. Register: 215-482-7877. Info: cmum311@gmail. com. Schedule: YogaOnMain.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30 Wellness Saturdays: Mindfulness in Nature – 9:30-10:30am. As the weather warms up and spring blossoms, come explore familiar fields, forests and pond habitats through the lens of mindful, meditative awareness. Free. Schuylkill Center, 8480 Hagy’s Mill Rd, Philadelphia. 215-482-7300. Preregister: SchuylkillCenter.org. Nature Exploration for Families – 10:30-11:30am. Grab your hiking boots for a naturalist-led exploration with your little ones. Gather in the Discovery Center for a short introduction and craft, and then hit the trails for guided exploration and discovery. Each week explores a different theme. Free. Schuylkill Center, 8480 Hagy’s Mill Rd, Philadelphia. 215482-7300. Preregister: SchuylkillCenter.org.

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Sacred Mantras, Chanting and Meditation for Healing – 10am-3pm. With Pundit C S Samavedula. This class is a unique opportunity to learn more about the sacred chants, mantras and meditation techniques practiced for over thousands of years. Learn how to apply these techniques to daily life and practice for empowerment, healing, transformation and freedom. $63. Alchemy, 641 Webb Rd, Chadds Ford. 484-942-3342. AlchemyForSoul.com.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 20 Earth Day – 10am-noon. Help celebrate nature and protect the environment at this Earth Day volunteer event. Each year diverse volunteers from the community, including individuals, families, scout troops, and youth groups, work on projects that improve habitat for wildlife, protect important natural resources, and preserve the park’s plant and animal communities. Newlin Grist Mill, 219 S Cheyney Rd, Glen Mills. Preregistration required: 610-459-2359 or Info@ NewlinGristMill.org.

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New Baby Meetup – 12:30-2pm. This informal group is designed for new moms and babies to meet and share with one another about the beautiful, and often times challenging, transition into parenthood. Free. 4501-4503 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia. TheNestingHouse.net.

Al-Anon Family Groups – Support for families and friends troubled by someone else’s drinking. Greater Philadelphia. Schedule: aisdv.org. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Meetings – A 12-step program for those who need help with a drinking problem. Greater Philadelphia. Schedule: aasepia.org. Escape Rooms – Days/times vary. Transport into one of two fantastical worlds where a series of clues, codes, puzzles, and tasks lead teams to achieve an ultimate goal. The Franklin Institute, 271 North 21st St, Philadelphia. 215-448-1200 or GuestServices@fi.edu. Wet Lab – A space for artists and visitors to explore and reflect on water in a dynamic environment. The artists, art works, and projects on view will flow and shift throughout the summer. Schuylkill Center, 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia. 215-482-7300. Morning Prayer and Meditation – 6-7am. This service, conducted in Korean and English, includes prayer, chanting and sitting meditation. Free. Won Buddhism, 23 Abington Ave, Glenside. 215-8848443. Philadelphia@WonBuddhism.org. Essene Market and Café – 8am-9pm, Mon-Fri; 8am-8pm, Sat-Sun. Large selection of organically grown produce, natural foods deli, on-site bakery. Located in the heart of historic Fabric Row, 719 S Fourth St, Philadelphia. 215-922-1146. EsseneMarket.com.

sunday Reiki Level I for Beginners – This foundation course is the most important of all levels of training. Seasoned bodyworkers will benefit, as much as beginners with no background in spiritual development or holistic health. The Reiki School and Clinic, 727 S 4th St, 2nd Flr, Philadelphia. Info: 215-238-0659. Open Public Meditation – 9am. Meditation is the way that we can make a direct and simple relationship with our experience. Free. The Philadelphia Shambhala Center, Main Shrine Rm, 2030 Sansom St. 215-568-6070. Philadelphia.Shambhala.org. Sunday Morning Sangha – 9:30-11:30am. Practice includes mantra meditation, shamatha (calm abiding) meditation; Vajrayana guided meditations and visualizations, and traditional Buddhist prayers followed by dharma teaching. $10-$15/donation. 954 N Marshall St, Philadelphia. TibetanBuddhist.org. Guided Meditation and Sunday Celebration – 10-11:45am. Weekly meditation followed by a celebration in word, song and spirit. Greater Philadelphia Center for Spiritual Living, Paoli Corporate Center, 16 Industrial Blvd, Ste 112. 610-695-0375. cslPhilly.com. Silent Meditation and Sunday Celebration – 10:10-11:45am. Inspiring words, personal spiritual

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Mindfulness Meditation and Chair Yoga – 12:30pm. Ground your mind and body. Spend a peaceful half-hour with a guided meditation. Chair yoga is a twist on traditional yoga, making it accessible for any age. For adults. Fumo Family Library, 2437 S Broad St, Philadelphia. 215-685-1758.

Practice, Study and Sangha: An Informal Gathering – 6-8pm. A social gathering, meditation practice and study/discussion for meditation practitioners of all levels. Shambhala Meditation Center of Philadelphia, 2030 Sansom St. 215-5686070. Philadelphia.Shambhala.org. practice and fellowship. New Thought Philadelphia, CA House, 118 S 37th St (UPenn campus). NewThoughtPhilly.org. Food Addicts Anonymous – 11am. A 12-step program for food addiction. Roxborough Memorial Hospital, 5800 Ridge Ave, Rm A (next to cafeteria), Philadelphia. 215-514-6692. Quaker Meeting for Worship – 11am. Participate in this unique, un-programmed service to worship by gathering and silently waiting for Spirit to guide us. Friends Center, 1501 Cherry St, Philadelphia. 215-241-7000. FriendsCenterCorp.org. Sunday Service – 11am. Embracing All Souls and Restoring Wholeness. The Unitarian Universalist Church of the Restoration, 6900 Stanton Ave, Philadelphia. 215-247-2561. uuRestoration.us. Korean Dharma Service – 11am-1pm. This dharma service, conducted in Korean, includes prayer, chanting, dharma talk and hymn singing. Lunch will be served after the service. $5-$10 donation. Won Buddhism, 23 Abington Ave, Glenside. 215-8848443. Philadelphia@WonBuddhism.org. Slow Flow with Friends –1-2:30pm. Biweekly alllevel vinyasa yoga class followed by meet and greet. $15. 1509 N Front St, Philadelphia. 267-273-0086. TheCommonRoomPhilly.com. Yoga in the Greenhouse – 1-2:30pm. 1st, 2nd & 4th Sun. Join for Bring Your Own Mat yoga classes led by local teachers at the beautiful Fairmount Park Horticulture Center. This class is not suitable for first time yogis. 100 N Horticulture Dr, Philadelphia. MyPhillyPark.org. Contemplative Dance Practice – 3-5:30pm. 1st Sun. This personal and group awareness of body/ mind includes sitting meditation with self-directed body movement in space. Dress comfortably. $5$10 donation. Shambhala Meditation Center of Philadelphia, 2030 Sansom St. 215-568-6070. RSVP: SilverSpaceDance@gmail.com. Philadelphia. Shambhala.org. Teen Group Meeting – 7-8:30pm.1st & 3rd Sun. Helping teenagers 13-18 find personal empowerment through spiritual awakening. Along the way deep connections are made and a lot of fun is had. Greater Philadelphia Center for Spiritual Living, Paoli Corporate Center, 16 Industrial Blvd, Ste 112. 610-695-0375. cslPhilly.com.

Recycling Realities – Thru Apr 8. 6:30-7:45pm. This eight-week course will survey current recycling technologies and policies, with an emphasis on the recovery of value from municipal solid wastes. Falls of Schuylkill Library, 3501 Midvale Ave, Philadelphia. 215-685-2093. La Leche League – 7pm. 3rd Mon. Providing support, encouragement, information and education to parents who choose to breastfeed. Private home. Info: lllOfEasternPA.org.

tuesday Chair Yoga Fellowship – 8:30-9:45am. Ongoing classes for keeping the body youthful through mindful stretching on the mat and chair. Spend time meditating on scripture and practice with gratitude. Reformation Lutheran Church, 1215 Vernon Rd, Philadelphia. La Leche League – 10am. 2nd Tue. Providing support, encouragement, information and education to parents who choose to breastfeed. Calvary Presbyterian Church, basement nursery, 217 Fernbrook Ave, Wyncote. Info: lllOfEasternPA.org. La Leche League – 10am. 3rd Tue. Providing support, encouragement, information and education to parents who choose to breastfeed. Germantown. Theresa: 617-650-4436. Info: lllOfEasternPA.org. Kirtan Connection – 6pm. Music meditation and vegetarian dinner. $10. Mantra Lounge, 312 E Girard Ave, Philadelphia. 215-834-8043. MantraPhilly.com. Open Public Meditation – 6pm. Meditation is the way that we can make a direct and simple relationship with our experience. Free. The Philadelphia Shambhala Center, Main Shrine Rm, 2030 Sansom St. 215-568-6070. Philadelphia.Shambhala.org. LiquidBody Lounge (Yang) – 6-7pm. Group movement and self myofascial release treatment session. MovementRx, 333 Lancaster Ave, Ste 4, Wynnewood. Text/RSVP: 484-472-3626. Emily-Smith.com. Reiki Share – 6:30-8:30pm. 1st Tue. With Danielle Stimpson. A reiki share is a great way to get some healing in a shared space. No experience needed; all lineages and levels welcome. $5-$10 donation. Learn Reiki Philadelphia, 251 N 2nd St. LearnReikiPhiladelphia.com.

Group Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Practice sitting, walking and chanting meditation to calm your mind. All levels. $5-$10 donation. Won Buddhism, 23 Abington Ave, Glenside. 215-884-8443. Philadelphia@WonBuddhism.org. Sit n’ Stitch – 7-9pm. Brief periods of sitting will be interspersed with readings from dharma art books and creative time. Shambhala Meditation Center of Philadelphia, 2030 Sansom St. 215-5686070. Info: SusieAndersonFibers@gmail.com. Inclusivity Group – 7:30-9pm. Last Tue. Explore and discuss readings on mindful, inclusive communication and practice. We consider themes of inclusivity, diversity and intersectionality in the context of the Shambhala tradition. $5 donation. Shambhala Meditation Center of Philadelphia, Windhorse Rm, 2030 Sansom St. 215-568-6070. Register: Philadelphia.Shambhala.org.

wednesday New Parents Meetup – 10-11:30am. Bring babies in arms and meet other new parents, get out of the house, and talk about whatever is going on. 1605 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia. TheNestingHouse.net. New Baby Support Group – 10:30am-12:30pm. This informal group is designed for new moms and babies to meet and share with one another about the beautiful, and often times challenging, transition into parenthood. Free. Mount Airy Moving Arts, Carpenter St & Greene St, Philadelphia. TheNestingHouse.net. Meditation – Noon-1pm. Reduce stress, learn to remain peaceful in challenging situations, increase clarity of mind and more. Love offering. Greater Philadelphia Center for Spiritual Living, Paoli Corporate Center, 16 Industrial Blvd, Ste 112. 610695-0375. cslPhilly.com. Open Public Meditation – 6pm. Meditation is the way that we can make a direct and simple relationship with our experience. Free. The Philadelphia Shambhala Center, Main Shrine Rm, 2030 Sansom St. 215-568-6070. Philadelphia. Shambhala.org. Reiki Share – 6-8pm. 2nd Wed. With Victoria Powell. A reiki share is a great way to get some healing in a shared space. No experience needed; all lineages and levels welcome. $5-$10 donation. Learn Reiki Philadelphia, 251 N 2nd St. LearnReikiPhiladelphia.com. Sierra Club Southeastern Pennsylvania Group (SPG) Meeting – 6:15pm. 1st Wed. Focused on environmental issues facing the greater Philadelphia area, members and nonmembers are welcome to join SPG Executive Committee meetings in-person or by phone. City CoHo, 2401 Walnut St, Philadelphia. 866-501-6174 (code: 100 4 100#) LiquidBody Lounge (Yin) – 6:15-7:15pm. Group movement and self myofascial release treatment session. MovementRx, 333 Lancaster Ave, Ste 4, Wynnewood. Text/RSVP: 484-472-3626. Emily-Smith.com. Move Mindfully Group Class – 6:15-7:15pm. Yin segment with Emily Smith. Rediscover the art and science of communicating with the languages of the body: movement, touch, breath, sound and posture as medicine. Learn daily self-care for your fascial system. MovementRx, Wynnewood. Text/ RSVP: 484-472-3626 or embodysmith@gmail.com. Emily-Smith.com.

Yoga – 6:30pm. With Brittany from Roots2Rise. Wipe away the stress of the week and get your body and mind ready for a relaxing weekend. Decompress, unwind, and relax and start your weekend off the right way. Fishtown Community Library, 1217 E Montgomery Ave, Philadelphia. RSVP: FreeLibrary.org. Yoga – 6:30pm. An inclusive yoga class for people of all skill levels and abilities. Mats are available, or bring your own. Wear something comfortable and come to the library for wellness, stretching and relaxation. Whitman Library, 200 Snyder Ave, Philadelphia. 215-685-1754. RSVP: FreeLibrary.org. The People of Color Group – 6:30-8pm. 2nd & 4th Wed. A meditation, reading and discussion group for folks who identify as people of color who would like to contemplate and have facilitated discussion from that perspective. $5/donation. Shambhala Meditation Center of Philadelphia, 2030 Sansom St. 215-568-6070. Info: PeopleOfColorGroup@gmail.com. Register: Philadelphia. Shambhala.org. Families Anonymous – 7pm. A 12-step program for relatives and friends of those who suffer from substance abuse or related behavioral problem. Saint Francis Xavier Church, Parish Center, 2319 Green St, Philadelphia. FamiliesAnonymous.org. Food Addicts Anonymous – 7pm. A 12-step program for food addiction. Bryn Mawr Hospital, 130 S Bryn Mawr Ave, 2nd Flr, Ladd Conference Rm. 610-659-0667.

thursday Chair Yoga Fellowship – 8:30-9:45am. Ongoing classes for keeping the body youthful through mindful stretching on the mat and chair. Spend time meditating on scripture and practice with gratitude. Reformation Lutheran Church, 1215 Vernon Rd, Philadelphia. New Parent’s Support Group – 12:30-1:30pm. Last Thur. All are welcome. $5/donation/family. Lilypad in South Philly, 1234 S Broad St. BlossomingBelliesBirth.com. Tai Chi – 2pm. Based on Chinese soft-style martial arts, modern tai chi is best known as a gentle slowmotion exercise that improves balance, leg strength, relaxation, deep breathing, calmness, focus and alertness. Register: 215-685-1758. Fumo Family Library, 2437 S Broad St, Philadelphia. Register: 215-685-1758. FreeLibrary.org. Open Public Meditation – 6pm. Meditation is the way that we can make a direct and simple relationship with our experience. Free. The Philadelphia Shambhala Center, Main Shrine Rm, 2030 Sansom St. 215-568-6070. Philadelphia.Shambhala.org. Yoga for Adults – 6:30pm. Every Thurs (except 2nd Thur). Wipe away the stress of the week and get your body and mind ready for a relaxing weekend. Decompress, unwind, and relax and start your weekend off the right way. Bring a mat. Thomas F Donatucci, Sr Library, 1935 Shunk St, Philadelphia. 215-685-1755. RSVP: FreeLibrary.org. LiquidBody Self Care Classes – 6:30-7:30pm. Mindful movement, myofascial release, stretching and strengthening. Enhance posture, mobility, and strength. Alleviate tension and pain time. $25. Healing Arts Studio, 55 W Highland Ave, Chestnut Hill. 484-472-3626. EmbodySmith@gmail.com. Emily-Smith.com.

Move Mindfully Group Class – 7-8:30pm. Yin/ Yang segment with Emily Smith. Rediscover the art and science of communicating with the languages of the body: movement, touch, breath, sound and posture as medicine. Learn daily self-care for your fascial system. Chestnut Hills Healing Arts Center. Text/RSVP: 484-472-3626 or embodysmith@ gmail.com. Emily-Smith.com.

friday Temple Community Garden Volunteer Day – 3-5pm. A student-run organization to combat the issue of food insecurity within the urban environment by providing community access to sustainably grown produce. General meetings are Thursday’s at 8pm during the school year to discuss gardening techniques and work on projects. Diamond St & Carlisle St, N Philadelphia. TempleCommunityGarden.com. Bhagavad Gita Wisdom Series – 6pm. Discussion, meditation and vegetarian feast. $10. Mantra Lounge, 312 E Girard Ave, Philadelphia. 215-8348043. MantraPhilly.com. Scripture Study –7-8:30pm. 2nd & 4th Fri. This small study group gathers together over a cup of tea to read the scriptures of Won Buddhism and discuss its meaning and how it relates to daily life. $5 donation. 23 Abington Ave, Glenside. 215-8848443. Philadelphia@WonBuddhism.org. Heart of Recovery – 7:30-8:30pm. A weekly support group bringing together Buddhist meditation practice and the wisdom of recovery. Meetings are anonymous and confidential. $2/donation. Shambhala Meditation Center of Philadelphia, 2030 Sansom St. 215-568-6070. Mark: phl.hor.coord@ gmail.com. Philadelphia.Shambhala.org.

saturday Vinyasa Yoga – 8am. With Chris Czopek. Prana, asana and meditation for all levels. Beginners welcomed. Relax Therapy Spa, 7151 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia. 866-776-3034. Bird Walks – 8-9am. 1st & 3rd Sat. Join our naturalists for a guided bird walk around the property. All ages/levels. Bring a field guide, binoculars or borrow a pair. Bucks County Audubon Society, 2877 Creamery Rd, New Hope. 215-297-5880. Dharma Service – 10am-noon. Includes sitting meditation, chanting, prayer, dharma talk and discussion on Buddhist philosophy and practice. $5-$10 donation. Won Buddhism, 23 Abington Ave, Glenside. 215-884-8443. Philadelphia@ WonBuddhism.org. Percussion Workshops – Thru May 18. 2pm. This new series of percussion and drum workshops opens with Sistahs Laying Down Hands inaugural performance, and then continues on Saturdays with Karen Smith, lead percussionist and artistic director for Weez the Peeples Collective and Sistahs Laying Down Hands. Free. Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St, Philadelphia. 215-686-5322. RSVP: Eventbrite: Tinyurl.com/ flp-percussion. Reclaim Class – 6:30-7:45pm. Relax Therapy Spa, 7151 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia. 866776-3034.

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HEALTHY DENTAL CARE WEST PARK DENTAL

Dr. Alfredo Alexander, DMD 5906 West Girard Ave, Philadelphia 19151 215-748-0881 AlfredoAlexanderBrightSmiles.com West Park Dental of Philadelphia offers a friendly, knowledgeable staff dedicated to making every visit a great experience. Expert dental care is provided with a warm and personal touch in a comfortable relaxed setting. The first step towards a beautiful smile and a lifetime of good oral health is to schedule an appointment. See ad, page 13.

HOLISTIC SPA AND AROMATHERAPY THE SPA TERME DI AROMA

32 N Third St, Philadelphia 19106 215-829-9769 • TermeDiAroma.com Nestled in the heart of the city’s historic district, Spa Terme Di Aroma has long been a popular sanctuary for residents and travelers alike to enjoy an array of both classic and specialty spa treatments such as reiki, Indian foot massage and anti-aging collagen facials. Spa packages and gift cards are available. Appointments are recommended. See ad, page 23.

MYOFASCIAL EMILY SMITH

Licensed Massage Therapist Myofascial Release & Movement Therapist Gardener 484-472-3626 • Emily-Smith.com Move your body, heal your Self, evolve your Spirit. Emily Smith is passionate about helping others learn how to heal naturally and enjoy life without pain. See ad, page 18.

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Natural Pest Control Company has been servicing commercial and residential customers since 1979. Since 2008, we have performed thousands of successful bed bug services for the Philadelphia Housing Authority, Assisted Living agencies and private homes. You will never be asked to leave your home or office. Contact us about bed bug presentations.

NATURAL PHARMACY ASPIRE PHARMACY

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NEUROSOMATIC THERAPIST PARAGON PAIN SOLUTIONS

Dan Vidal, LMT, CNS 23 E Durham St, Philadelphia 19119 267-415-6003 • ParagonSolutions.com We treat according to the foundational principle that form follows function. The way your body carries itself has a direct correlation with how well its various systems function. This is why we use a thorough system of postural analysis to create a personalized treatment plan that pinpoints the root causes of your pain. We use a combination of advanced massage and mindful movement techniques. It is a journey well worth taking.

PODIATRY CARE PENNSYLVANIA FOOT AND ANKLE ASSOCIATES 1304 Rhawn St, Philadelphia 19111 215-742-1225 • PAFootAnkle.com PennsylvaniaFootAndAnkle@gmail.com

We don’t just treat our patients, we strive to provide complete care to the fullest of its definition. This all starts with education provided to our patients and parents of patients to better understand their condition in a comfortable setting. We diagnose, discuss treatment options and associated risks so our patients can make the best and most informed decisions regarding their health. We will be there every step of the way to guide you, counsel you and answer all of your questions. See ad, page 3.

SUSTAINABLE ORGANIZATIONS SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS NETWORK 2401 Walnut St, Ste 206, Philadelphia 215-922-7400, ext 104 • sbnPhiladelphia.org

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YOGA YOGA ON MAIN

4363 Main St, Philadelphia 215-482-7877 Yoga on Main offers hatha yoga and pilates classes; certification trainings in hatha and kundalini yoga, as well as ayurveda; retreats, continuing yoga education, devotional chanting (kirtans), vedic studies, breathwork, transformational and shamanic workshops, wellness services and much more, featuring a variety of acclaimed teachers and renowned special guests. See ads, pages 9 and 12.

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