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eventspotlights Spring Fling at Carpentier Parkway

Mountaintop Meditation Claudia Tremblay

ardiff 101 Main Street invites all to celebrate spring and sustainable gardening practices by attending a free, informative event being held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 5. There will be live music throughout the day as well as delicious treats from local eateries. This year features an all new Kid’s Zone with a seed toss and interactive games. Several local artists will be set up throughout the park with art for sale. Linda Lee, the horticulturalist behind the park, will also be giving informative guided tours of the park. “What was once a vacant lot paralleling the railroad train tracks between Birmingham Drive and Chesterfield Drive has been transformed by beautiful, sustainable landscaping and a trail for all to enjoy,” says Lee. Carpentier Parkway has been featured in San Diego Home/Garden Lifestyles, Sunset magazine’s Fresh Dirt blog, and numerous local newspapers. “It serves as a remarkable example of what can be done with a vacant dirt lot to improve and beautify a downtown area,” adds Lee. Spring Fling is also the perfect time to become part of history and sponsor a brick or paver at Carpentier Parkway’s Inspirational Terrace for Cardiff’s Centennial Celebration.

Radiating gentleness and tranquility, the watercolors of artist Claudia Tremblay are rendered in a subtle palette of soft hues and often reflect her fascination with women and children around the world. Tremblay left her home in Quebec, Canada, to work with a nongovernmental organization in Guatemala, where she planted medicinal gardens alongside the native women that had fled their country during its civil war and were returning home to start new communities. With no formal training in art, Tremblay was inspired to portray the strength and spirituality of these hardworking women of the Maya highlands. “I had studied horticulture, and was sent to make gardens with these beautiful women in a hostile land,” she recalls. “In my free time, I tried day after day to capture the magic and melancholic depth of the Mayan people and their land.” After 13 years, Tremblay returned to Montreal, where she continues to create “artwork for the soul.” Her recent series of richly shaded yoga watercolors compellingly evokes a focused, sacred energy. “Love and sensibility are always what I wish to transmit through my paintings,” advises Tremblay. “Let’s all dream a little more!”

n Saturday, June 9 from noon to 4 p.m., Dexter’s Deli presents “Talk to the Animals,” a panel presentation and pet communication event. During the free panel discussion from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., local animal communicators Paula Brown, Jerri Carroll, Sue Goodrich, Lisa Larson and Gina Palmer will tell their favorite stories and discuss how they do their work. Attendees will also learn how to become more in tune with their own animals and learn to communicate with them. The fun continues from 2 to 4 p.m. with quick, 10 minute one-on-one sessions with these well-respected practitioners offered for only $30. Participants may bring their well-behaved pet, though a printed photograph is preferred. A limited number of openings will be available so advance reservations are recommended. Proceeds will benefit SPOT (Saving Pets One at a Time), based in Oceanside, California. SPOT is an all-volunteer 501c3 non-profit advocating for homeless dogs and cats in the North County area who are at risk of euthanasia. Dexter’s Deli is the leading natural pet food market in San Diego County, bringing fresh-food diets and holistic care information to area pet owners since 1996. Their high standards and knowledgeable staff make them a trusted source for their customers. With locations in Del Mar and Carlsbad, Dexter’s Deli continues to “lead the pack” on natural foods and supplies for dogs and cats.

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Cost: Spring Fling Raffle tickets: $5 each to be entered to win prizes. Brick sponsorship is $65; flagstone pavers from $180. Location: Carpentier Parkway along San Elijo Ave. in downtown Cardiff-by-the-Sea. For more details visit Cardiff101.com.

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newsbriefs Compounding Pharmacy earns accreditation

a Vita Compounding Pharmacy was recently awarded accreditation from the Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB®). La Vita is currently the only PCAB accredited compounding pharmacy in San Diego. “Our new PCAB Accreditation status and our designation as a PCAB Accredited compounding pharmacy lets the public know that La Vita Compounding Pharmacy ranks among the best for quality and safety,” says La Vita co-founder, Christine Givant, RPh. “The PCAB Seal of Accreditation shows our dedication to protecting our patients by practicing safe, high-quality compounding.” There are less than 1 percent of an estimated 68,000 pharmacies nationwide that have attained the distinction of being a PCAB accredited compounding pharmacy. “We are honored by this new accreditation. It confirms our commitment to providing safe, personalized solutions that meet the medical needs of our patients – and the needs of the healthcare providers in our community who rely on us for these specialized medicines,” says Deb Hubers, co-founder of La Vita. “We believe this will further strengthen the bond of trust between our pharmacy and the San Diego community.” La Vita can prepare customized medications in various dosage forms using several unique delivery systems such as transdermal gels, powders, creams, lotions, lozenges, suppositories and more. All of their products are formulated in conjunction with a physician and personalized for each patient. La Vita accepts all major insurance. Location: 3978 Sorrento Valley Blvd., Ste. 300, San Diego. For more information, call 858-453-2500 or visit LaVitaRx.com. See ad page 33.

House of Light opens in Carlsbad

new business has launched in the community. Casa de Luz, “House of Light,” is a unique home that is available to individuals and groups who would like to schedule an event, gathering or workshop. Casa de Luz owners, Marie Mundinger and Caroline and Skip Andrews, launched the business to offer a special service to those in the healing arts. “It is a collaborative business model,” says Mundinger. “There are many talented individuals that could take advantage of this unique venue for their future events, workshops and training.” New events will be held every month starting in May. Workshops will be available on alternative healing, empowerment training, expanding awareness and consciousness, expanding abundance awareness and wealth creation, deepening spiritual growth, and more. Visit Casa de Luz’s website for details on hosting an event, registering for an event, and to view the events calendar. “We look forward to seeing you both as a teacher and as a participant in any or all of our events,” adds Mundinger. Location: Casa de Luz, 2004 Subida Terr., Carlsbad, CA. For more information, call 760-487-8482 or visit HowDoIHealMyself.org. 12

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Sponsorship Program for Women with Cancer

Women’s Wellness Center and Naturally To Your Door are teaming up and seeking sponsors to help low income women diagnosed with cancer supplement their treatments with a healthy diet. “Healing Boxes to Her Door” was created as a way to get fresh local organic fruits and vegetables directly to those in need. “This is an incredible opportunity for sponsors to have a direct impact on the health and lifestyle of someone suffering from cancer,” says Vic Curro, owner of Naturally To Your Door. Sponsors will have the option to donate box subscriptions for 3, 6, 9 or 12 months’ worth of produce delivered to the home of a low-income individual suffering from cancer or to the family. The entire donation is tax deductible plus 20 percent of the total cost will be donated from Naturally To Your Door to A Women’s Wellness Center. “Food is the fuel that keeps us healthy,” says Erendira Abel of A Woman’s Wellness Center. “If we can provide low income women with foods rich in protective factors we are contributing to their healing, recovery, their well-being and their life.” A Woman’s Wellness Center is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that provides affordable holistic health services to naturally ease the symptoms of cancer treatment and the symptoms of other degenerative illnesses. Naturally to Your Door delivers farm fresh organic or naturally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs and natural products direct from local San Diego farms to your door. For more information, call A Women’s Wellness Center at 619-425-5927 or visit AWomensWellnessCenter.org or NaturallyToYourDoor.com. See ad page 35.

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Community Gardens Fundraising event

he San Diego Community Garden Network (SDCGN), a local nonprofit whose mission is to support the growth of community gardens in San Diego County, kicks off the summer gardening season with a free event on May 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the TLC Giving Garden in Tierrasanta. “Celebrating Community Gardens from the Ground Up” will feature a full day of workshops on topics such as composting, gray-water recycling, and starting community gardens. Event attendees can expect delicious local natural awakenings

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eats, great activities for kids, opportunities to find out about community gardens located throughout San Diego, and frequent tours of the TLC Giving Garden—one of San Diego’s most inspiring new community gardens. This event will help raise funds and promote the mission of the SDCGN, a part of an energetic and growing local foods movement, which has won a number of recent policy victories, including the easing of fees and restrictions on community gardens, and the adoption of a new Urban Agriculture ordinance in the City of San Diego. “Celebrating Community Gardens from the Ground Up” will have offerings for all who are interested in gardening and local foods. A provisional workshop list includes topics such as: Composting Resources for Home, School and Community Gardens; Vermicomposting; How to Start a Community Garden; and Rain and Gray Water Harvesting. Location: TLC Giving Garden, 11240 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., Tierrasanta. For more information, to pre-register for workshops, and to find out how to participate, visit SanDiegoCommunityGardenNetwork.org or call 619-987-8765.

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International Energy Psychology Conference

he 14th Annual International Energy Psychology Conference is being held at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort near San Diego from May 31 to June 3. The conference, sponsored by the Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology (ACEP), will offer the opportunity for therapists and helping professionals (healers, life coaches, etc.) to explore and practice a range of cuttingedge and evidence-supported mind-body healing approaches. Year after year, ACEP conferences receive rave reviews and are known to help attendees learn tools for self-healing as well as to increase their passion about their work and revitalize their sense of community—all the while adding cutting-edge methods to their tool belt. Keynote speakers include Daniel Siegel, MD, a pioneer in the field of interpersonal neurobiology; Marilyn Schlitz, PhD, president and CEO of the Institute of Noetic Sciences; Gary Schwartz, director of the Laboratory for Advances in Consciousness at the University of Arizona; Amit Goswami, author of Quantum Mechanics; and Gary Craig, founder

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and developer of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT). Other faculty includes Carol Look, David Feinstein, Anodea Judith, David Gruder, Roger Jahnke, Tapas Fleming, Fred Gallo, Joanne Callahan and many more. Over 60 different workshops and presentations will be available. Complimentary breakfast and lunch is included with registration. Location: Loews Coronado Bay Resort, 4000 Coronado Bay Rd., Coronado. CEU credits available. For more details, call 213-713-1847or visit EnergyPsych.org. ACEP is offering a special discount for readers of Natural Awakenings. See ad page 39.

Local Practitioner Invited Speaker in India

aya Pancholy, owner of Natural Traditions Inc. in San Diego, was invited as a guest speaker in January at AICOG (All India Obstetrics & Gynecology Conference) in Varanasi, India. The conference, which attracted over 6000 doctors from all over the world, covered the gamut of conventional and alternative medicine. Along with giving a presentation on a “Holistic Approach to Menopause,” Pancholy was also part of the panel as a holistic expert. “I was very happy to see that medical doctors are integrating aromatherapy, herbs, supplementations, yoga, meditation, homeopathy, Ayurveda and energy healings for hot flashes, insomnia, headaches, night sweats, mood swings, depression, anxiety, reduced libido, fatigue, joint pain, bladder problems and other menopausal changes,” explains Pancholy. As a Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP), Pancholy is trained in various areas of holistic healing, including herbal medicine, nutrition, body-mind medicine, Ayurveda, aromatherapy, homeopathy, energy healing, yoga and meditation. She recommends “healing-wellness-preventive” modalities for health that works on the mind, emotions, body, spirit and environment. According to Pancholy, “Holistic medicine treats the whole person and works on strengthening the body’s innate healing ability. My passion is nature and holistic medicine and my mission is to incorporate natural healings in all our lives for health and wellness the natural way.” Location: 12707 High Bluff Dr., #200, San Diego. For more information, call 858-649-0999 or visit NaturalTraditionsHealth.com. See ad page 16.

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Fiesta del Sol

he 33rd Annual Fiesta Del Sol is being held Saturday, June 2 and 3 in Solana Beach. This free, two-day event features an arts and crafts fair, a beer and wine garden, gourmet food trucks, kid’s activities, a variety of vendors, and much more. Musical performances by The English Beat, Donavon Frankenreiter, The PettyBreakers, Abbey Road, the Grass Heat, Atomic Groove and Nena Anderson and the Mules will keep the festival lively. The Fiesta del Sol is presented by the Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the Belly Up and the City of Solana Beach. Location: Fletcher Cover in Solana Beach, CA. For more details visit FiestaDelSol.net. See ad page 51

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n honor of National Volunteer Week, St. Vincent de Paul Village is hosting a Cinco de Mayo Volunteer Appreciation Fiesta starting at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 5 at Jinny Jo’s Playground. Each year the volunteer appreciation event recognizes some of the Village’s most outstanding volunteers. Natural Awakenings community member, Dr. Carolle Jean-Murat, will be one of the people acknowledged for her contributions to the organization. The volunteer recognition ceremony begins at 11 a.m. followed by the Fiesta at noon.

Location: Jinny Jo’s Playground on the corner of 17th and Commercial St. in San Diego. To RSVP call 619-6456411. For more information on St. Vincent de Paul Village visit Neighbor.org.

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Put Your Best Face Forward Safely The Environmental Working Group (EWG) estimates that the average woman uses at least 12 personal care products—including soaps, shampoos, cosmetics and lotions—every day, many of which contain potentially toxic ingredients. The David Suzuki Foundation states, “U.S. researchers report that one in eight of the 82,000 ingredients used in personal care products are carcinogens, pesticides, reproductive toxins or hormone disruptors.” Stacy Malkan, of the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, advises, “Beware of bogus claims like ‘certified hypoallergenic’, meaningless marketing terms like ‘clean and simple’, and companies that do not list the product ingredients on their website.” One of the most troublesome additives is paraben, a chemical preservative found in numerous products that mimics estrogen and may disrupt normal hormone function. Others include diethanolamine (DEA) and triethanolamine (TEA), hormone disrupters that can form cancer-causing nitrates and are common ingredients of shampoos, shaving creams and body washes. Various artificial fragrances are among the top five allergens around the world, and can also contain neurotoxins. Triclosan and triclocarban, antimicrobial pesticides used in liquid and solid soaps, are toxic to the aquatic environment and disrupt thyroid function and reproductive hormones. Sodium lauryl and laureth sulfate—detergents common in facial cleansers, shampoos and shower gels—may be contaminated with carcinogens and neurotoxins and can irritate the skin, eyes and respiratory tract.

The EWG also suggests avoiding antiaging creams with lactic, glycolic, AHA and BHA acids; hair dyes that contain ammonia, peroxide, p-phenylenediamine or diaminobenzene, and all dark, permanent hair dyes; nail polish and removers with formaldehyde; and skin lighteners containing hydroquinine. Forego sunscreen sprays and beware of oxybenzone; instead, use products containing at least 7 percent zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. Children’s products are not immune, either. Steer clear of play makeup, including lipstick, nail polish and perfume; diaper cream that contains boric acid or sodium borate; baby wipes with Bronopol; and fluoridated toothpaste for youngsters under 2. The EWG’s Skin Deep database (ewg.org/skindeep) provides easy-to-navigate safety ratings for many personal care products and ingredients. Their Quick Tips for Safer Cosmetics wallet guide informs shoppers how to read personal care product labels and make smart choices. Sources: ewg.org; Environment.NationalGeographic.com; SafeCosmetics.org

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Health Focus on Successful Dental Implants

by Dr. Janette Gray

by Carey O’Rielly, DDS

etting an implant is like having your missing tooth back. Implants are made from titanium, a high noble metal with an excellent track record. Because its electrical field is very similar to the body’s, titanium has low immune reactivity and has been used successfully in joint replacements for many years. People often think zirconium might be preferable; however zirconium is also a metal and has been shown to be less dependable over time. Generally there are four reasons people experience problems with implants:

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Implants are technique sensitive and must always be done meticulously to avoid complications.

Implant design and placement make a difference in how well implants heal as well as how easy they are to clean. A significant factor is whether implant placement is at bone level or extends above the bone. Any gap near the bone may promote an increase in bacteria and thus inflammation, leading to eventual bone loss.

Galvanism is a stress reaction between dissimilar metals. Galvanic issues involving dental metals should also be evaluated and addressed before implant placement. This involves a simple procedure done with an FDA-approved device.

Implants should be considered no different than real teeth and thus subject to the same dangers, including gum disease. Extensive evaluation should be done to reduce and hopefully eliminate high risk bacteria before implant treatment begins. Dr. O’Rielly is a holistic dentist in Encinitas, CA. A USC graduate, he specializes in safe amalgam removal and comprehensive dental health care. He is giving back to his community by offering a discount on implant procedures through 2012. See ad page 7.

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enopause will affect all women at some time in their lives. By definition it is simply a time in a woman’s life when she has gone twelve months without a period. Peri-menopause, on the contrary, can last a decade or longer, often starting in our early to mid-forties through our early fifties. Many women suffer from some of “The Seven Dwarfs of Menopause.” They are Sweaty, Grumpy, Sleepy, Weepy, Dopy, Itchy and Mopy. All of these symptoms and others are normal symptoms of menopause and are completely treatable with bio-identical hormone therapy. Other hormones that affect weight gain, fatigue and sleep are also evaluated and treated as part of a full evaluation for menopause. The main hormones that are included are thyroid hormones, adrenal hormones and vitamin D. It is critical for a woman’s health and wellbeing that all hormones—including the sex hormones estradiol, progesterone and testosterone—get finally tuned like a great sounding orchestra. Dr. Janette Gray is co-founder of The Center for Health and Wellbeing located at 3636 5th Ave., Ste. 300 in San Diego. The Center has over a decade of experience in bio-identical hormone therapies. For more information, call 619-8145500 or visit ChwbOnline.com. See ad page 3.

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espite traditional cautions against eating animal fats to keep cholesterol in check, Danish researchers have found that eating hard cheese is better for the arteries than consuming the equivalent number of calories in butter. According to their study, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, when hard cheese accounted for 13 percent of participants’ daily calories, their LDL (bad cholesterol) did not increase. When the same individuals switched to consuming more butter, their LDL levels rose. The researchers were unsure what caused the results, but noted that cheese contains a lot of calcium, which can increase the amount of fat excreted by the digestive tract.

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Spotlight on Nutrilys Del Mar and the Company’s Founder, Thierry Lerond by Erin Lehn Floresca

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here are businesses that are passionate about their products— and then there is Nutrilys Del Mar —a company that adds a whole new dimension to the word passion. The company, which specializes in marine-based supplements, is fantastically fanatical about several aspects of their products: quality, bioavailability and sustainability. Nutrilys Del Mar may be relatively new in the U.S., but has been highly regarded in France and other parts of Europe for over two decades. In fact, Nutrilys’s founder,Thierry Lerond, is considered a pioneer in marine-based supplements. So much so, that he was invited as a guest speaker at the NATO Operations Medical Conference last October in Bethesda, Maryland to discuss why fish oil was such an important element in the diet of soldiers. “The military has a high suicide rate from those returning from Iraq,” says Lerond. “And study after study indicates that fish oil supplements help combat stress and depression while boosting one’s immunity.” But not just any fish oil. Quality matters to Lerond and it shows. All of Nutrilys Del Mar’s products are backed by more than 25 years of research and many clinical trials. Plus, Lerond personally guarantees his products because he goes directly to the source. “I travel all over the world seeking out the highest quality product,” says Lerond who prefers direct contact www.na-sd.com

“Your body doesn’t know what to do with the synthetics. If you are going to supplement, do it right with superfoods that your body can actually use.” with the fishermen, marine biologists, and others who provide him with the source ingredients for his supplements. “We deal with the ‘caviar’ of marine products,” shares Lerond. “For instance, all salmon has health benefits, but sockeye salmon is like the Rolls Royce, so that is what we use. Even though it might be more expensive, it’s all worth it when it comes to our customer’s health.”

Along with quality, bioavailability also matters to Lerond. “Your body must be able to absorb and utilize the supplements, otherwise what is the point?” says Lerond who notes that around 60 percent of the vitamin and mineral supplements on the market today are synthetic, which means they are counterproductive to one’s health. “Your body doesn’t know what to do with the synthetics. If you are going to supplement, do it right with superfoods that your body can actually use.” Another huge factor for Nutrilys Del Mar is sustainability. The company is strongly committed to being an ecofriendly organization. “We deal with nature, which is very fragile so we have to protect it,” explains Lerond. “We want to harvest the sea, while at the same time protect it.” While the company could have fared well anywhere in the U.S., Nutrilys Del Mar chose San Diego as their home base for a variety of reasons: proximity to the ocean, the mild climate, and being near a population of Americans that choose a healthy lifestyle. Plus, San Diego is home to a large military base. “The military takes health very seriously, and we are able to support them with our products.” In fact, the military holds a special place in the heart of the organization, because that is where the Nutrilys story began. In 1986, Lerond, a trained rehabilitation specialist serving in the French Airborne Special Forces, began researching methods to help his patients heal quicker and prevent future injuries. As a health practitioner, Lerond employed multiple alternative techniques on the hundreds of soldiers that came to him for treatment. According to Lerond, “I was proud to serve my country applying my skills and expertise to help the soldiers to heal more efficiently from their injuries and pain so that they were able to return to their delicate missions strong and in good.” After years of research, Lerond became an expert in nutria-prevention with a special focus on the benefits of marine-based products. “Not being content with just lab research, I began to travel the globe to study my passion at the source,” he says. The company features several programs that are targeted to very specific groups. For instance, Nutrilys Del Mar supports, sponsors and

coaches the Los Angeles Police Department’s Underwater Dive Unit. (LAPD UDU). “It’s a very targeted niche,” says Lerond. “These guys are counter-terrorism experts—they’re stressed out and they need all the immune support they can get.” The support they get is the Military Formula product line which has been proven to combat overall fatigue, strengthen resistance and endurance, boost the immune system, enhance wound healing, help the body recover faster from training, increase resistance to cold environments, and optimize mental health and concentration. Nutrilys Del Mar is also a proud sponsor of Surf Team USA, led by coach Sean Mattison, ISA World Gold Medal Coach (Team USA) former professional surfer, United States surfing champion and founder of Surfcoach USA. Surf Team USA uses the Nutrisurf® line of products specifically aimed at surfers and other water sport athletes. However, one doesn’t have to be in the military or a surfing champion to benefit from Nutrilys Del Mar products. The company features multiple supplement lines that address specific health concerns like sexual health and fertility, fatigue, heart and brain health, healthy pregnancy, osteoporosis prevention, and joint health. There is something for everyone and one thing is for sure—quality is never an issue when purchasing products from Nutrilys Del Mar. Lerond has made it his life’s work to guarantee that! For more information, call 877-563-0828 or visit Nutrilys DelMar.com. See ad page 2.

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Plastic Pollution Flows from Washday to the Sea

News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

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A New Demography for American Motherhood The state of motherhood in the United States has shifted strikingly in the past two decades, according to a Pew Research Center survey. Compared with mothers of newborns in 1990, today’s mothers are older, better educated and less likely to be either white or married. The ideal number of children for a family is still two, as it has been since the 1970s. Pew projects that 82 percent of U.S. population growth through 2050 will be from immigrants that arrived after 2005 and their descendants. Sources: PewForum.org, National Center for Health Statistics, U.S. Census Bureau

A study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology warns that microscopic plastic debris from washing clothes made of synthetic materials like polyester, acrylic and nylon is accumulating in the marine environment and could be entering the food chain. Concentrations were greatest near coastal urban areas. Up to 1,900 tiny fibers per garment were released with each wash during the study. Earlier research has shown that plastic particles smaller than one millimeter comprise 80 percent of environmental plastic and are being eaten by animals and getting into the food chain. Mark Browne, Ph.D., an ecologist based at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a member of the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis, advises, “Once the plastics had been eaten, they transferred from the animals’ stomachs to their circulation system and actually accumulated in their cells.” The team took samples from 18 beaches around the globe, including sites in Australia, Britain, India, Japan, Oman, the Philippines, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa and the United States. They found no sample that did not contain pieces of the microplastic. Source: BBC

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For nearly 100 years, discharges from two of Edison International’s coal plants have polluted the air over the city of Chicago, exposing area families to dangerous levels of chemicals while adding to the Earth’s greenhouse gases. But the people fought back and won, because the city has quit using coal. For more than 10 years, Chicago residents have been demanding their right to clean air and a safe climate. Now, the Fisk coal plant, in Pilsen, and the Crawford operation, in Little Village, will shut down in 2012 and 2014, respectively. Clean air activists in Ohio and Pennsylvania recently claimed similar victories. Utility provider GenOn will close seven coal plants in the two states, including one in Portland, Pennsylvania, which has been deemed responsible for more than 500 asthma attacks and 54 heart attacks. “These victories are not only for the people of Chicago, Ohio and Pennsylvania, but for local activists all over the country that are working to shut down dirty coal plants in their communities,” says Kelly Mitchell, of Greenpeace, in celebrating the announcement.

The Pew Research Center’s Internet and American Life Project affirms that religiously active people are more likely to engage in civic activities than others. The authors say their findings counter the view that religiously active people are less engaged with the secular world. The report found that 40 percent of Americans engage in some form of religious activity such as going to a church, synagogue or mosque, and feel better about their place in the larger civic community. They tend to be more trusting of others and more optimistic about their impact on their community and are more active in groups. Religious teachings have a component of helping others at their core, points out Eugene Fisher, a professor of Catholic-Jewish studies at Saint Leo University, in Florida. “Civic participation would be a natural result of that push to help your fellow man,” he says. The study similarly reveals a high level of digital participation by religiously engaged folks. Media expert Paul Levinson, author of New New Media, says, “The Internet is an amplifier of all that each of us are in our humanity.”

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t is now estimated there are more than 36 million people in the U.S. over the age of 65 and that many of them will be impacted by cognitive decline and brain atrophy associated with normal aging. Strong evidence indicates that memory and cognitive skills start declining as early as age 50. Studies on aging showed the prevalence of dementia ranges from 5 to 10 percent and that of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) ranges from 12 to 18 percent. This decline in cognitive tasks has a critical impact on the quality of life. Physical exercise has many health benefits including decreased mortality, improved cardiovascular function, and decreased risk of heart attack. New studies have found that with increased physical activity there is sharper cognitive function, less depression, and a higher quality of life. This effect has been shown in older individuals as well as in individuals who complain of memory difficulty. To maintain a high quality of life and protect brain health, more physical exercise is recommended—and wouldn’t having more sex be a fun way to do this? How does having more sex help the brain? With any form of exercise—and let’s face it, sex is a form of exercise—

blood flow increases. The increased circulation of blood transports oxygenenriched blood to the hypothalamus, the center of the brain for memory and learning. A recent review of over 11 studies of aerobic exercise programs for healthy older persons found consistent improvements in thought processing and attention, as well as memory, language and visual-spatial skills. One study done followed over 5,900 women (more than 65 years old) for 6 to 8 years with baseline selfreport exercise measures. Women with a greater physical activity level (miles walked per week) at baseline experienced markedly less cognitive decline compared to those with less exercise. So start making more time for physical intimacy—it will help your heart and your brain! Dr. Diana Hoppe is a board certified OB/GYN and the author of Healthy Sex Drive, Healthy You: What Your Libido Reveals about your Life. She is also the medical director and principal investigator of Pacific Coast Research which conducts clinical research trials in the field of women’s health. Her office is located at 317 El Camino Real, Encinitas. For more information, call 760-635-5600 or visit DrDianaHoppe.com. See ad page 13.

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The Hormone Balancing Act Natural Strategies for Feeling Better by Kathleen Barnes

ormones rule our lives; it’s a simple fact of biochemistry. In their role as the body’s chemical messengers, hormones affect every human biological system. Without them, nothing works correctly. Women’s hormonal systems are as complex as men’s, although vastly different. They govern reproduction, plus every aspect of health—including metabolizing food, proper immune function, physical and emotional responses to stress and the aging of cells.

Teens and Early 20s

Puberty and the early reproductive years should be the physical peak of a young woman’s life; when she is

physically active and full of energy and youthful health. It’s also the time when breasts develop, hips widen, pubic hair appears, menstruation begins, and she becomes capable of pregnancy. The good news is that several studies by the National Cancer Institute and the University of California, Los Angeles, have shown that regular exercise undertaken at this age results in lower estrogen levels throughout a woman’s life, greatly reducing her risk of breast cancer and other hormonal cancers. Yet, C.W. Randolph, Jr., a leading bioidentical hormone physician and co-author of From Hormone Hell to Hormone Well, reports that the ideal hormonal balance is rou-

Major Female Hormones d Estrogen is produced by the ovaries, adrenal glands and in several other parts of the female body. It is responsible for physical maturation, including development of breasts, regulation of the menstrual cycle and preparing the uterus to receive a fertilized embryo. d Progesterone prepares the uterus for pregnancy, maintains pregnancy and balances estrogen during cyclical fluctuations. 24

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d Luteinizing hormone governs the ovaries’ production of estrogen and progesterone. d Follicle-stimulating hormone works in synergy with the luteinizing hormone to control the menstrual cycle and ovarian egg production. d Testosterone is present in women, although in far lower levels than in men. It serves as a component of healthy sexual desire and in maintenance of healthy bones and muscles. www.na-sd.com

tinely upset today. Culprits are obesity among young American women and the everyday presence of toxic estrogenic chemicals in today’s dairy products and meat, personal care products, plastics, food containers, pesticides and herbicides, as well as car exhaust. “These compounds often have chemical structure similar to estrogen and can act like estrogen when introduced into the body,” Randolph explains. “Over time, these substances can increase estrogen in the body, potentially causing problems.” Categorized as xenoestrogens, these hormone disruptors can cause rapid growth in breast tissue and have been blamed for the appearance of breast tissue and even milk production in girls as young as 18 months and the early onset of puberty, particularly among African-American girls. They are also suspected in the rising incidence of breast cancer in younger women today.

Reproductive Years

Women in their reproductive years often experience extreme stress in struggling to balance family, work, relationships and a need for personal growth, along with economic challenges. Women’s health expert Dr. Christiane Northrup, author of The

Ways to Avoid Manmade Estrogens d Choose organic milk and dairy products. d Eat organic meats and wild-caught fish. d Avoid canned foods and plastic water and soda bottles. d Do not use lawn or garden chemical pesticides or herbicides. d Shed outdoor shoes before entering the house. d Avoid furniture made from medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and synthetic carpeting; these materials outgas toxic chemicals. d Use natural household-cleaning products, including baking soda and vinegar. d Choose natural personal care products, including shampoos, lotions and cosmetics.

“We know that To find a local compounding rub—you won’t get this problem it rebalanced unless seems to worsen pharmacy for customized, you are addressing with each subsethe very real stressquent child. That bioidentical hormone blends, ors in your life.” made the connecDue to the as prescribed by a medical presence tion for me,” she of xenoesadds, “that with practitioner, visit iacprx.org. trogens and Americans’ general fondgrowing families ness for processed and responsicomfort foods, women in their childbilities, women no longer take care of bearing years are also increasingly themselves as well; no longer get the afflicted by polycystic ovary syndrome amount of exercise they once did. The (PCOS), a condition characterized by body is quite forgiving in their 20s, overproduction of testosterone and much less so in their 30s.” Part of the result is the attempt to other male hormones. Insulite Laborareduce stress levels by eating high-fat tories, in Louisville, Colorado, reports and high-sugar comfort foods. Weight that infertility and early onset Type 2 gain, blood sugar imbalances and sex diabetes, another hormonal imbalance hormone imbalances follow. “Excess problem, are closely connected to blood sugar changes the way estrogen, PCOS. The first priority for every woman progesterone and testosterone are meat any age, counsels Northrup, is to get tabolized,” Northrup explains. “PMS and other problems of the reproductive blood sugar (glucose) under control. years often go away when you get your “Get a glucometer. You don’t need a prescription. If your blood sugar level blood sugar balanced, but—here’s the

Wisdom of Menopause, blames the stress of modern lifestyles for hormone disruptions in women in their childbearing years. “The stress hormones cortisol and epinephrine can have long-term effects on all other hormones,” advises Northrup. Concurrently, many women sacrifice self-nurturance in order to nurture others. The first result is often premenstrual syndrome (PMS), which Northrup calls a “lifestyle disease.”

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isn’t between 80 and 90 in the morning, you need to look at your diet and lifestyle. Getting this under control will create hormonal balance in the vast majority of women. It’s so simple.”

Perimenopause

The next hormonal shift overlaps with a woman’s reproductive years. Symptoms of perimenopause, or the start of menopause and the end of childbearing years, typically show up between the early and late 30s. These range from hot flashes, night sweats and insomnia to weight gain, fuzzy thinking and redistribution of hair on the body. Again, the presence of xenoestrogens and stress contribute. Women of other cultures rarely experience the intensity of perimenopausal symptoms that Western women report. So does that make perimenopause a lifestyle disease, as well? Emphatically yes, says Holly Lucille, a doctor of naturopathy, registered nurse and past president of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association. “Diet and lifestyle are absolutely essential to a healthy hormonal system,” which she explains in her book, Creating and Maintaining Balance: A Women’s Guide to Safe, Natural, Hormone Health. “The biochemistry of the body is based on vitamins and minerals. If we compromise food and lifestyle choices, we are not getting the nutrients necessary to have a healthy endocrine system.” Weight gain is a particular concern during perimenopause. In their book, From Belly Fat to Belly Flat, Dr. Randolph and Genie James, cofounders of the Natural Hormone Institute, advocate a specific eating plan to override belly fat and related accumulating effects of excess estrogen. “In perimenopause, progesterone production usually declines rapidly, more than 120 times faster than estrogen or testosterone production. That’s what aggravates the symptoms,” Randolph notes. “Because women in perimenopause are usually still menstruating, they think their hormones are okay.” “The more body fat you have, the more estrogen tips the hormonal 26

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Seven Steps to Address Perimenopausal Symptoms 1. Good diet that’s heavy on organic foods and low in saturated fats

as adrenal support via an adrenal glandular supplement

2. Vitex, or chasteberry, to increase progesterone naturally and help balance excess estrogen

6. Regular exercise

3. Black cohosh extract, like that found in Remifemin, to control hot flashes and night sweats 4. Blood sugar stability

7. Bioidentical hormone replacement, if symptoms become too uncomfortable Source: Creating and Maintaining Balance: A Women’s Guide to Safe, Natural, Hormone Health, by Dr. Holly Lucille

5. Stress management, as well imbalance,” says Lucille. “Those fat cells hold on to toxins and place more burden on the liver, making it unable to effectively metabolize those extra estrogens,” which are stored in body fat and brought into the body as xenoestrogens. “At the end of the day, estrogen is a messenger, and its message is to tell cells to grow and proliferate. That’s what we don’t want.” When estrogen becomes dominant, several things happen, including a more rapid release of insulin from the pancreas, which triggers sugar cravings. “It’s not a willpower problem,” Randolph assures. “Too much estrogen causes you to pack on the pounds in the belly area, and belly fat produces more estrogen. It’s a vicious cycle.” Lucille considers perimenopause the opposite of puberty and counsels, “While we are dealing with these changes, bringing some hormones on board for a short time can be a valuable tool.” However, she cautions, replacing anything isn’t the issue. “You have to look at the big picture,” she avers. “Putting hormones into a toxic body is like putting gas into a dirty gas tank. We have to restore function first.” Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) has been a boon for millions. Results of the Women’s Health Initiative, a national study of women’s health between 1991 and 2002, involving more than 160,000 postmenopausal women ages 50 to 79, sparked more widespread use early in the 21st cenwww.na-sd.com

tury, when research began to show the dire consequences of synthetic hormone replacement. The Million Woman Study of British women also found that taking synthetic hormones at menopause doubled the risk of breast cancer for women. Northrup calls bioidenticals “nature’s ideal design,” due to the prescription of individually tailored doses, custom-made by compounding pharmacies.

Foods to Reduce Estrogen Dominance d Cruciferous vegetables and green leafy vegetables with indole-3carbinol to decrease xenoestrogens, including broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, spinach, celery and kale; two to three servings a day d Any citrus fruits, which have dlimonene to promote estrogen detoxification; one serving a day d Insoluble fiber as an estrogen binder, such as oats, berries, dried beans and apples; two servings a day d Lignans as estrogen binders, such as flaxseed, sesame seeds and flaxseed oil; two to three tablespoons a day Source: From Belly Fat to Belly Flat, by Dr. C.W. Randolph, Jr., and Genie James

Menopause

If a woman has had no menstrual periods for 12 months, she is considered to be in menopause. However, Lucille asserts, “Menopause is not a disease.” Northrup touts menopause as the most creative and precious time of a woman’s life; it is often a time of spiritual awakening and self-fulfillment. “When the female brain passes menopause, the brain changes,” advises Northrup. “In a sense, we move from alternating current to direct current; I believe that this is the way the brain encodes wisdom.” “Yet there are women in their 60s that are still having hot flashes. What should they do?” queries Northrup. Natural alternatives exist that are safe and effective. “Many herbs have been used for millennia that have estrogenlike properties, but do not have estrogen’s side effects.” Northrup says. “There is huge confusion about this: Plant hormones have different structures than mammalian hormones and cannot act as growth hormones. If you have too much estrogen, these plant

hormones can actually protect against excess stimulation.” Her favorite is pueraria mirifica, which has helped relieve perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms in 80 percent of her patients within days. (Because the method of harvesting and processing supports effectiveness, Northrup likes Solgar brand PhytoGen.) She also uses maca, from Peru, for its phytoestrogens, vitex, black cohosh and omega-3 fatty acids such as those found in salmon for ongoing hot flashes. “Some women go through these years and truly take their place as women of wisdom and power. They don’t need any additional hormone support; they have enough life energy coming,” comments Northrup. “Others may need to take some kind of hormone support their entire lives. Either way, no one should suffer.” Kathleen Barnes is a natural health advocate, author and publisher. User’s Guide to Natural Hormone Replacement is among her many books. Visit KathleenBarnes.com.

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and project inner, spiritual beauty. Gua Sha. This Chinese technique (pronounced GWA SHA) uses a small medicinal board to gently massage, manipulate and stimulate energy points along the face. The objective is to promote a normal flow of energy, or qi (pronounced KEE), and blood circulation and to remove toxins. It also supports, lymph drainage. Gua sha activates inner vitality by stimulating both the superficial and deep muscles that control facial expression. Beauty benefits include a brighter complexion and a reduction in the appearance of wrinkles, dark under-eye circles and puffy eyes. It also lifts sagging at the neck and jaw. Hypnox. This 25-minute guided by Linda Sechrist hypnotherapeutic audio recording is touted as a natural alternative to the neurotoxin Botox. Instead of paralyzWith aging still a largely mysterious proing targeted facial muscles, which inhibits natural facial expression, cess, current seekers of perpetual youth Hypnox targets and retrains the same and beauty are urging scientists to find ways muscles to stop habitual frowning, lip puckering and squinting. The process to slow or even reverse it. New tools to is said to promote overall relaxation, fight lines, wrinkles and sagging skin allowing wrinkles to fade away. Facercize. Muscle resistance excite the imagination. training helps tone and enliven the 30 muscles of the face to render more features. oday’s anti-aging toolbox is to choose, without Good genes, a youthful-looking Muscle fibers literally filled with promise. Tools range embarrassment or critifrom at-home strengthening and cism. She emphasizes healthy lifestyle smooth out, shorten and lift the attached skin on refining creams to commercial treatthe positive effects of and skilled beauty the face and neck. ment technologies such as cold laser, cosmetic procedures Enzyme Mask. A intense pulsed light (IPL), light-emitperformed for the right enhancements weekly exfoliating fruit ting diode (LED), microdermabrasion, reasons and notes, enzyme mask gently photofacials, and skin tightening and “Restoring the balance can slow the dissolves dead surface rejuvenating ultrasound. Acupuncture between a woman’s clock of aging. cells and embedded facelifts make use of ancient Chinese inner and outer selves impurities, while restoring techniques. Then there are the more can transform her life.” ~ Dr. Hema Sundaram, hydration. Adding an orinvasive injectables, fillers and chemi- An at-home antiowner, Sundaram ganic, fruit-based peel of cal peels. How do we know what is aging regimen aimed at Dermatology, Cosmetic alpha- and beta-hydroxy best for us? retarding time’s telltales & Laser Surgery Center, acids supplies an ideal Whatever one’s chosen tools, and enhancing beauty Rockville, Maryland, boost that can result in an Hema Sundaram, author of Face lays the foundation for and Fairfax, Virginia. even brighter complexion Value: The Truth about Beauty—and an effective partnership and firmer looking skin. a Guilt-Free Guide to Finding It, with an esthetician or Retinols. These naturally occurring believes that women at any age have dermatologist. Performed consistently, forms of vitamin A are a gentler, overevery right to pursue the outward do-it-yourself treatments can help to the-counter version of retinoids. They expression of their inner beauty. The maintain cosmetic work performed likewise promote healthy cell renewal Washington, D.C.-based medical by skincare professionals. Popular, and collagen production. doctor and board-certified dermanon-invasive techniques are explained Gentle Microdermabrasion. Attologist, who specializes in cosmetic here. Many take it a step further with a surgery, supports a woman’s freedom meditation practice designed to develop home microdermabrasion kits work to

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acial acupuncture uses 12 strategically placed needles in the scalp and neck at muscle attachment points to lift the face and neck. “Ten to 20 treatments refresh the face, regardless of your age,” advises Anna Baker, a doctor of Oriental medicine and owner of Faces by Dr. Anna, in Sarasota, Florida. Baker advises that the results of 50 treatments are frequently better than a facelift, from sculpting the jawline and neck profile to erasing lines and lifting droopy eyelids. “Cold lasers, IPL and LED use gentle energy from light waves to act on cells deep in the skin, helping them to grow back stronger,” says cosmetic chemist and esthetician Elina Fedotova, of Elina Organics, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Chicago, Illinois. Of the three, she considers IPL the most dramatic. Offered by many estheticians, ultrasound wands emit radio frequencies to stimulate skin cells through vibration. Used to diminish wrinkles and lessen the appearance of scars, it also facilitates migration of serum and mask ingredients to sink into deeper layers of skin. Note that because ultrasound penetrates to the blood level, any products used during the treatment should be only the purest and most natural.

reduce the visibility of pores and fine lines. Many come with battery-operated brushes, aluminum-free scrubs, balancing toners and moisturizing serums; look for natural ingredients. Microcurrent Facial Sculpting.

“Electrical stimulation forces facial muscles to do sit-ups,” says Charlene Handel, owner of Skin Fitness, Etc., in Carlsbad, California. Twenty years of experience with handheld commercial products have convinced this certified

holistic esthetician that if the current can’t be felt, it isn’t doing the job. Trained by Elina Fedotova, CEO of Elina Organics and founder of the Association of Holistic Skin Care Practitioners, Handel cautions that techniques intended to move skincare products beyond the outermost dermal layer—such as microcurrent, cold laser, ultrasound and LED—should be 100 percent natural and organic. “Read labels to find the USDA Organic seal and avoid subjecting skin to synthetic chemicals and ingredients that contain petroleum derivatives from crude oil; artificial fragrances, which frequently contain toxic chemicals; and synthetic preservatives such as parabens,” she advises. The ultimate responsibility for skincare is our own. When a healthy diet, sufficient sleep, exfoliation, hydration and natural topical treatments are no longer keeping gravity at bay, individuals of either gender need not hesitate to seek help from skin-care professionals. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings magazines.

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around your neck and attach it to a leash. Then ask a friend to grab the end of the leash and jerk on it periodically. Or attach the chain to an extension leash and sprint until the leash runs out. I do not recommend testing a prong collar or electric-shock collar on yourself, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no wonder that dog collars regularly cause injuries and ailments that veterinarians treat in their offices. Common repercussions include:

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Whiplash-like injuries. Being jerked around on a leash is one cause of injuries similar to whiplash. Extension leashes add to the problem, because they encourage dogs to pull and to run faster before they reach the end of the line. Ear and eye issues. When dogs pull on their leash, the collar restricts the blood and lymphatic fluid flow to and from the head. Clients are often perplexed when troubling ear and eye issues disappear after they switch from a dog collar to a proper harness. Excessive paw licking and foreleg lameness. Leash pulling can impinge on the nerves in the front legs, which may lead to an abnormal sensation in the feet and cause dogs to lick them.

These dogs are sometimes misdiagnosed as having allergic reactions. Hypothyroidism (low thyroid gland hormone). High rates of thyroid troubles in breeds that frequently pull on the leash, such as Labrador retrievers and German shepherds, make sense when one understands that the collar pushes on the throat in the area of the thyroid gland and may traumatize it. Thyroid trauma can cause low energy, weight gain, skin problems, hair loss and an increased likelihood of ear infections and organ failure. The best alternative to a collar is a harness, with the spot for a leash attachment at the front of the chest. This design distributes the pressure of tugs and jerks throughout the dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entire body and keeps the neck and throat free of pressure. Harnesses that have the leash attached on the back are not recommended, because pulling still restricts the front portion of the neck, thereby pressing on veins, arteries, nerves and energy channels. Make sure to properly fit a dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s harness and carefully follow the makerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s instructions. Ensure that the harness is not pressing or rubbing anywhere and that it is washed regularly. Employ the harness only when leashwalking and take it off when a dog is off-leash. Adequately train the animal so that he can be off the leash as much as possible. A special note: If a dog is considered a puller, have his neck examined by a vet or animal chiropractor experienced in neck assessment. Consider getting his thyroid hormone levels checked and the neck and back ex-

amined for any sign of injury. Keep in mind that many veterinarians are not trained to evaluate spinal alignment, so do some homework to find the right practitioner. After switching your own family to a gentle leash, pass on what you know to others. Whenever you see a dog pulling and choking on the collar, gather the courage to talk to the owner. Everyone will be glad you did. Dr. Peter Dobias, a holistic veterinarian in Canada since 1988, sold his Vancouver practice in 2008 to dedicate himself to transforming the face of veterinary care with an emphasis on disease prevention. For more information, free webinars and a link to his Facebook page, visit PeterDobias.com.

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Is it Hormones or something else? by Dr. carolle Jean-murat

re you plagued with anger, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, fatigue, hot flashes, night sweats, irregular bleeding, irritability, memory problems, sexual problems, difficulty in sleeping, breast pain, cold intolerance, cravings, heart burn, bloating, or vaginal dryness, etc.? Are you having difficulties in your personal relationships, career or business and not living your life purpose? Have you tried Western, allopathic or other alternative modalities and are still suffering? Were you told that these symptoms were due to PMS, perimenopause, menopause, or that you were experiencing a hormonal imbalance?

What is really happening in a woman’s life? Can all her symptoms be due to PMS, hormone imbalance, perimenopause or menopause? Is it really her hormones? Mary-Ann, a 48-year-old nurse practitioner, was diagnosed with a hormone imbalance because of fatigue, difficulty sleeping, and a low sex drive. She tried many al-

ternative therapies, including natural progesterone cream, to no avail. However, her symptoms of overwhelming fatigue started when she moved to a new town and a new hospital job where she felt that the interests of her patients were not being met. She felt frustrated and inadequate. By the time she came to see me, it was difficult for her to get out of bed in the morning. She was very concerned since all the blood tests by her healthcare provider were normal. Joan, 53 years old, had been working as an office manager for more than 25 years. During her last visit to the dentist, she felt panicky when she sat in the dental chair and had to leave without having the work done. Joan continued to feel anxious, especially at work. She was told that her problems were caused by hormone deficiency. Even though she did not like the idea of taking any medication, she was prescribed Xanax and HRT. This all coincided with Joan being required at work to take on much more responsibility because of budget cuts. What was the common thread? These women’s symptoms started when they found themselves in situations where they felt out of control. Unfortunately, women are usually in family or job settings that do not fully support them. They tend to the needs of others first, with little or no time left for self. Could symptoms be the sign of a woman’s body reminding her of her own unmet needs?

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We are spiritual, psycho-emotional and physical beings. When we are confronted with a situation that makes us feel we are not in control of our life, the deeply buried issues will resurface as emotional and physical symptoms—the tip of the iceberg. We cannot simply treat those symptoms. It would be like putting a Band-Aid on a deep wound. Real healing starts with treating the root cause. Only then can we find balance in our life—by living in our hearts, not in our heads. The next time you experience unexplained symptoms ask yourself:

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• Could I have unresolved childhood issues? • Do I have someone I need to forgive? • Have I made healthy lifestyle choices? • Do I feel good about my work, home and relationships? • Have I been too busy taking care of everyone else? • Am I afraid to rock the boat because I am afraid to be alone? • Do I stay in abusive relationships because of financial security? • Am I afraid of changes? • Have I been ignoring or denying intuitive messages from my body? • Have I been reaching for a quick fix for symptoms? Listening to your intuition can be a great self-protection tool. It can be the lifeline to what’s affecting your good health. Your body will tell you when something is not right. Listen to it as you would a friend, and become more self-aware of the underlying cause of your symptoms before reaching for medication. Carolle Jean-Murat, MD, is an intuitive healer with years of training and experience as a board-certified gynecologist. She offers telephone or in person consultations for women and helps them quickly discover the root cause of their dis-ease which usually is hidden emotions. For more information, call 619-850-5030 or visit DrCarolle.com.

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We are not a “one-size-fits-all” society. Each woman is unique and has specific health considerations as she ages. Therefore, a woman’s treatment must be personalized to address her individual health requirements. Physicians use compounding pharmacies to customize a woman’s prescription to meet her unique health needs. Although there are commercially available bio-identical hormones, they are only available in limited dosages and forms. If a physician’s protocol requires a different dosage form, she/ he will prescribe a compounded medication formulated exclusively for the patient. There are other ingredients that may need to be included and/or combined in a treatment regime that are only available from a compounding pharmacy. For example, Estriol is a bio-identical hormone that is not available commercially.

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Life-changing Weight Loss Retreat in Mexico by Erin Lehn Floresca

ost resorts offer a place for people to take a vacation. And then there are resorts that offer a vacation that can change one’s life. Patrick and Julieta Crosby, owners of the Hotel Troncones in Troncones, Mexico, offer the life-changing variety. The Crosbys, founders of the Be Fit For Life program, create an unforgettable one-to-two week weight loss retreat for guests. This one-of-a-kind weight loss program truly is in a class of its own. To begin with, Be Fit For Life is not a crash diet. “We’re not looking to get people temporarily fit or healthy. It’s all about changing one’s lifestyle,” says Patrick. Be Fit For Life introduces a new way of living to participants in a gradual manner. This is important, says Patrick, because all too often he’s seen people get on a program, get over-trained, and ultimately, drop out. “People quit,” explains Patrick, “their minds and bodies reject the program because it is too extreme.” But not

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“We’re not looking to get people temporarily fit or healthy. It’s all about changing one’s lifestyle.” tion—round out the experience. The program isn’t the only thing that shines. The accommodations are outstanding as well. The Hotel Troncones is an eco-friendly, beachfront boutique resort. Lodging consists of private bungalows, one and two bedroom suites, and deluxe suites. “Other perks that people can choose to include on their vacation include facials, massages and other spa-like amenities,” says Patrick. “These services are very affordable in Troncones, so participants might get a little spoiled.” Plus, the town of Troncones, a small coastal village consisting of just a few hundred locals, according to the Crosbys “is a magical place.” The town features several miles of unspoiled beaches and the friendliest townspeople. And while it is miles away from it all, Troncones is just 23 miles from Zihuatanejo-Ixtapa International Airport, so getting there is easy. “My approach is simple—I just like to see people get healthy. With Be Fit For Life, I aim to make these changes be a part of each participant’s life forever,” says Patrick. The next program starts May 20 and spots are still available. To sign up, call 855-944-5433 or visit BeFitForLife.net. See ad page 14.

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sunday Flea Free Organically at Encinitas Farmers’ Market – 9am-2pm. Stop poisoning your pets. Flea Free Organically eliminates both fleas and worms also protects against heartworm. Kills all bugs in 60 seconds. Save your pets and the planet from toxic chemicals. Paul Ecke Elementary, 185 Union St (across st Vulcan), Encinitas, 92024. 760-331-4525. JDiters@FleaFreeOrganically.com. FleaFreeOrganically.com. Hillcrest Farmers’ Market – 9am-2pm. At Hillcrest DMV Parking Lot, Lincoln & Normal St, San Diego, 92103. HillcrestFarmersMarket.com. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace – 9:30am-5pm, Sun & Sat. Espresso by the Sea Cafe & Gifts: More than just coffee. See new 3 LED Powercaps: hands-free power to see in the dark, up to 1/2 mile. A great gift idea for someone that has everything. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace, 459 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, 92024. 760-579-2614. EspressoByTheSeaCafe.com. Leucadia/Encinitas Farmers’ Market & Art Fair – 10am-2pm. Art supplies focusing on nontoxic, reusable, recycled and renewable materials. Painting projects for kids each week. Free. $5 for painting projects. Paul Ecke Elementary, 185 Union St, Encinitas, 92024. 760-652-5194. TreePassion@ gmail.com. Nature-Of-Art-Kids.com. North San Diego (Sikes Adobe) Certified Farmers’ Market – 10am-3pm. 12655 Sunset Dr, Escondido, 92025. Claire Winnick: 858-735-5311, Info@ NorthSDFarmersMarket.com. Solana Beach Farmers’ Market – 1-5pm. Local and organic farm fresh produce, flowers, cheeses, packaged foods, artisans, as well as a food court with tables for eating there. 444 S Cedros Ave, in the heart

of the Cedros Ave Design District, Solana Beach. 858-755-0444. Karen@SouthCedros.com. CedrosAvenue.com.

monday Welk Certified Farmers’ Market Place – 1-5pm. 8860 Lawrence Welk Dr, Escondido, 92026. Lorrie Scott: 760-751-4193.

Mid-April. 4-7pm, Oct-Apr; 5-8pm, May-Sept. Nearly 40 vendors selling local farm fresh produce and specialty items such as cheeses, meats, gelato, and artisan breads. Parking lot B 600 S Vulcan Ave, corner of E and Vulcan. More info: Encinitas101.com.

Chula Vista, Swiss Park Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. 2001 Main St, Chula Vista, 91911. Marlene Salazar: 619-424-8131.

Ocean Beach Farmers’ Market – 5-8pm, AprDec; 4-7pm, Jan-Mar. Purchase the freshest, and most delicious locally grown produce, art, flowers, and more. 4900 block of Newport Ave between Cable & Bacon sts, Ocean Beach, 92107. 619-224-4906. OceanBeachSanDiego.com.

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Coronado Ferry Landing Farmers’ Market – 2:30-6pm. Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First St, Coronado, 92118. CoronadoFerryLandingShops.com. Escondido Downtown Farmers’ Market – 2:306pm, Oct-Apr; 3:30-7pm, May-Sept. Downtown Escondido’s Certified Farmers’ Market, Grand Ave between Kalmia and Juniper, Escondido, 92025. 760-745-8877. DowntownEscondido.com.

wednesday Carlsbad Village Farmers’ Market – 1-5pm. Rain or shine; year-round. Public Parking Lot, 2930 Roosevelt St, between Carlsbad Village Dr & Grand Ave, Carlsbad, 92008. ExperienceCarlsbadVillage.com. Mission Hills Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. W Washington St & Falcon St, San Diego, 92103. Ron La Chance: 858-272-7054, RonLaChance@ gsws.com. Encinitas Certified Farmers’ Market – Begins

Oceanside Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Hwy 101 at Pier view, Oceanside, 92054. 619-440-5027. SDSU Farmers’ Market – 10am-3pm. Held during the fall and spring terms. Canceled on rainy days. San Diego State University, Campanile Walkway, between Hepner Hall & Love Library, San Diego, 92182. Clube3.org. UTC Certified Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. CSA brings produce from several different organic farmers rather than just one. Westfield UTC Mall on Genesee near Macys 9001 Genesee Avenue, San Diego, 92122. 619-7953363. Brian@SDMarketManger.com. Oceanside Sunset Market – 5-9pm. Mission Blvd & Tremont St, Oceanside, 92054. 760-579-2614. MSOceanside.com. EspressoByTheSeaCafe.com.

friday La Mesa Certified Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm. Date Ave & University Ave, La Mesa, 91941. Suzanne Bendixen: 619-249-9395.

saturday City Heights Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Farm fresh produce, hot food vendors, live entertainment, craft vendors and more. University Ave and Fairmont Ave, San Diego, 92105. CityHeightsFarmersMarket.com. Little Italy Mercato – 9am-1:30pm. Year-round, rain or shine. At Date & India sts, San Diego, 92101. LittleItalyMercato.com. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace – 9:30am-4pm. See Sun listing. Seaside Bazaar Marketplace, 459 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, 92024. 760-579-2614. EspressoByTheSeaCafe.com. Del Mar Farmers’ Market and Food Court – 1-4pm. Year-round. 1050 Camino Del Mar, between 10th & 11th sts, Del Mar, 92014. DelMarFarmersMarket.org.

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Trisha Kelly “Live” for a new interactive spiritual talk show with an exciting line-up of very special guests. Not in the Encinitas area? Check out SoulTV online. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com.

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TUEsdaY, maY 1 Free Going Green Seminar – 6:30-8pm. Every Tuesday the Financial Freedom Team teaches how to keep your family safe, get out of debt, achieve financial freedom and achieve total wellness. Receive valuable tips for physical, financial, personal and environmental wellness. Free. Held at Rhythm City Grill, 1080 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, 92078. More info, Jeanne Knox: 858-204-3137 or JKnox@WeDeliverWellness.com. Free Arhatic Yoga Meditation – Tuesdays, May 1-29. 6:45pm. Powerful meditation for those who have had Arhatic Yoga classes. Open to all. California Institute for Human Science (CIHS) Campus, 741 Garden View Court, Ste 204, Encinitas, 92024. 888-226-4325. PranicHealingSD.com.

WEdnEsdaY, maY 2 River Rescue – Team attacks and removes smaller and harder to reach trash sites along the river. All tools and supplies provided. More info: 619-2977380 or Doug@SanDiegoRiver.org. Wednesday Trail Walk – 10am. Explore trails of Balboa Park with a ranger. Leisurely pace. Difficulty level varies, check trail map. Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado, San Diego, 92101. 619-235-1122. BalboaPark.org.

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USGBC-SD Education Committee – 11:40am1pm. Raise public awareness about green building, increase technical knowledge, support the accreditation of LEED professionals and accelerate the certification of LEED projects. UCSD Extension Sorrento Mesa, 6925 Lusk Blvd, San Diego, 92121. USGBC-SD.org. USGBC-SD Program Committee – 6-8pm. Responsible for planning and conducting informational and educational programs. Schmidt Design, 2655 4th Ave, San Diego, 92103. USGBC-SD.org. Secrets of the Best Landscape Designers – 6:308:30pm. Join Professional Landscape Designer, Connie Beck to learn the inside secrets of design. Be introduced to design principles that lead to a beautiful, functional, and low water landscape you will enjoy for years. $20/member, $25/nonmember. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. Pre-registration/payment required: 619-660-0614 or TheGarden.org. San Diego Herb Club Meeting – 7pm. Monthly program topics vary. Round table discussions held to assemble gardening tips specific to the San Diego herbal gardener. Visitors welcome. Casa del Prado, Room 101, Balboa Park. 619-579-0222. TheSanDiegoHerbClub.com. Soul-TV – Every Wednesday, 7pm. Join Tom and

Bhagavad Gita with Tom Kelly – Every Thursday, 11am. Ongoing study using Yogananda’s twovolume commentary and translation, “God Talks with Arjuna,” facilitated by Tom Kelly, former monk in the SRF Monastic Order of 25 years. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com. Free Meditation – 6:30pm. Center for Spiritual Living Carlsbad, 390 Oak Ave, Ste H, Carlsbad, 92008. 760-434-9579. CSLCarlsbad.org. Free Pranic Healing Event: Twin Hearts Meditation – May 3 & 17. 6:45pm. Powerful meditation blesses the Earth with transformative spiritual energy; practitioner is blessed with health, wellbeing, inner calmness, greater connection to the Divine. Open to all. California Institute for Human Science (CIHS) Campus, 741 Garden View Court, Ste 204, Encinitas, 92024. 888-226-4325. PranicHealingSD.com. Prayer Workshop – 7-8pm. Center for Spiritual Living Carlsbad, 390 Oak Ave, Ste H, Carlsbad, 92008. 760-434-9579. CSLCarlsbad.org.

FRidaY, maY 4 Soul Coaching® Oracle Card Reader Certification Program – May 4-6. With Denise Linn. This three-day Certification Program promises to: Jumpstart a career as a healer or life coach; facilitate your

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tapping into your inner wisdom and intuition. $577. Bahia Resort Hotel, San Diego, 92101. Register today: 800-654-5126 or HayHouse.com. Tool, Knife and Scissor Sharpening – 1-6pm. True Sharp will be in front of People’s Co-op, 4765 Voltaire St, San Diego, 92107. OBPeoplesFood.coop.

saTURdaY, maY 5 Falun Gong Exercise and Meditation Practice – Held every Sat & Sun weekends. Free. In parks around the county. Gisela3@cox.net. FalunDafaSD.org. Wildlife Tracking Walks – 8:30-10:30am. Learn to recognize and identify various signs left behind by resident wildlife. Free. Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trl, San Diego, 92119. 619-668-3281. MTRP.org. Ruffin Canyon Care Restoration – 9am-12pm. Bring gloves and hand tools if have, but loaners available. Wear hat, sunscreen, sturdy shoes, and long sleeves. Ruffin Canyon, 9298 Shawn Ave, San Diego, 92123. Bonnie Hough, Chair of FRC: 619-840-8327. Volunteer Day at Tierra Miguel Farm – 9am-1pm. Help the farmers; includes hands-on activity, farm tour, potluck lunch and opportunities to learn. Tierra Miguel Farm, 14910 Pauma Valley Dr, Pauma Valley, 92061. 760-742-4213. CSA@TierraMiguelFarm.org. TierraMiguelFarm.org. University Heights Point Restoration – 1-3pm. Projects range from trash pickup, non-native plant removal, planting native plants and trail maintenance. 6800 Easton Ct, San Diego, 92120. Contact Ranger Jason: 619-235-5262 or JWallen@ SanDiego.gov.

sUndaY, maY 6 Soul Awakening Services – 8am, Meditation; 9am, Sacred Movement Yoga; 11am, Yoga Church. Join Tom and Trisha Kelly every Sunday for all or part of your Sunday practice. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com.

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Grow Getters: Propagation and a Pot Luck Lunch – 11:30am-3pm. Learn more about propagation and potting plants. Help us grow our growing area. Free. Alta Vista Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista, 92084. Info & sign up: LWalag@AltaVistaGardens. org. AltaVistaGardens.org. Free Escondido Pranic Healing Clinic – 12:302:30pm. An effective no-touch, painless healing that sparks the body’s innate ability to repair itself and alleviate pain. Complimentary 20-min session from experienced healers. Questhaven Retreat, 20560 Questhaven Rd, Escondido, 92029. Directions: 760-744-1500, PranicHealingSD.com.

women guided by Intuitive Life Coach Patricia Hill takes place on the 2nd Wed each month. Each call features a different topic; first call free. For info, Patricia: 904-434-4235. AccessYourIntuition.com. USGBC-SD Marketing Committee – 6-7:30pm. Promotes programs, events, and workshops to members and professional community. Kristen Victor Designs, 2305 India St, San Diego, 92101. RSVP and send any agenda items to Lucia: Lucia@ Hutchenspr.com. USGBC-SD.org.

C o m p o s t i n g Wo r k s h o p – 1 - 2 p m . C h ula Vista Nature Center, E St & Bay Blvd. To reserve: 619-409-5900. ChulaVistaCA.gov.

Soul-TV – Every Wednesday, 7pm. Join Tom and Trisha Kelly “Live” for a new interactive spiritual talk show with an exciting line-up of very special guests. Not in the Encinitas area? Check out SoulTV online. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com.

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Bird Watching Mondays – 8am. Discover the fascinating birds and the unique art of bird-watching. San Diego Botanical Garden, 230 Quail Garden Dr, Encinitas, 92024. 760-532-0917. SDBGarden.org.

Free Reading & Healing Clinic – 7:30-9pm. Vessa Rinehart’s Clairvoyant Class offers free aura healings and readings the 1st Mon each month. Intuitive Insights, 4455 Morena Blvd, Ste 1085, San Diego, 92117. 858-509-7582. MyIntuition.net.

TUEsdaY, maY 8 Free Arhatic Yoga Meditation – 6:45pm. Powerful meditation for those who have had Arhatic Yoga classes. Open to all. California Institute for Human Science (CIHS) Campus, 741 Garden View Court, Ste 204, Encinitas, 92024. 888-226-4325. PranicHealingSD.com.

WEdnEsdaY, maY 9 Earthgrown Market Wellness Event – 10am1pm. Cholesterol Testing. Take the first step toward a healthier heart. Results in 3 minutes with finger-stick sample. Starting at $20. Earthgrown Market, 1820 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, 92054. 760-754-6555. Access Your Intuition – 5pm. Open discussion for

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Free Meditation – 6:30pm. Center for Spiritual Living Carlsbad, 390 Oak Ave, Ste H, Carlsbad, 92008. 760-434-9579. CSLCarlsbad.org. Just Be: Relaxation, Breathing & Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Deepen self-awareness, learn how to relax and control your stress level. Feel stress-free, safe and peaceful. Open a soul-to-soul flow. Free. InnerOptimal, 2210 Encinitas Blvd, Ste S, Encinitas, 92024. 760-633-3328. InnerOptimal.com. Prayer Workshop – 7-8pm. Center for Spiritual Living Carlsbad, 390 Oak Ave, Ste H, Carlsbad, 92008. 760-434-9579. CSLCarlsbad.org. Free Pranic Healing Study Group – 7-9pm. Monthly study/practice group for pranic healing students at all levels. California Institute for Human Science (CIHS) Campus, 741 Garden View Court, Ste 204, Encinitas, 92024. 888-226-4325. PranicHealingSD.com.

FRidaY, maY 11 Women’s Wisdom – 11am-2pm. Rancho Santa Fe Chapter meets the 2nd Fri of each month. More info: WomensWisdom.net. Creative Basket Making with Natural Materials – 12-4pm. A hands-on basket making workshop. Use natural materials to create your own functionally beautiful rib basket using palm inflorescence. All materials included. Space limited. $25/member, $35/nonmember. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. Pre-registration required: 619-660-0614 or TheGarden.org.

saTURdaY, maY 12 Attraction Marketing Using Your Authentic Purpose – Not attracting the abundance you desire? Presenter: Debby Eubank. Register: HowDoIHealMyself.org. Famosa Slough Work Party – 9am. Meet along W Pt Loma Blvd about 200 ft east of the corner of Famosa Blvd & W Pt Loma Blvd. RSVP: 619-2244591. FamosaSlough.org.

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The Natural Health Workshops – 9-10am. Virtually 99% of all Americans may find some solutions to their health problems by addressing four nutritional goals. Learn about these the 2nd Sat each month. No sales, free calls. Teleconference number: 218-339-4600 + Pin of 976418#. NaturalHealthWorkshop.org. Dog Beach Cleanup – 9-11am. You and your friendly dog are invited to join Friends of Dog Beach at our regular Beach Cleanups. All cleanup supplies provided, along with treats for you and your dog. Dog Beach, North Ocean Beach. More info: 619-523-1700. DogWash.com/html/BeachCleanup.htm. Free Home Composting Workshop – 10am12pm. Taught by Certified Master Composters from the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation. Learn the basics of composting, hot to compost using worms, and how to save water in the process. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. To register, The Solana Center: 760-436-7986 x 225. Earthgrown Market Wellness Event: Health Fair – 11am-3pm. Focusing on Women’s Health. Informational workshops, demos, and samples from a variety of vendors. Specials on supplements and body care. Free. Earthgrown Market, 1820 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, 92054. 760-754-6555.

sUndaY, maY 13 Soul Awakening Services – 8am, Meditation; 9am, Sacred Movement Yoga; 11am, Yoga Church. Join Tom and Trisha Kelly every Sunday for all or part of your Sunday practice. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com. C o m p o s t i n g Wo r k s h o p – 1 - 2 p m . C h ula Vista Nature Center, E St & Bay Blvd. To reserve: 619-409-5900. ChulaVistaCA.gov.

mondaY, maY 14 Volunteer Bird Count – 7:30am-12pm. All levels of experience welcome. For more info & to receive an automatic reply with meeting location, contact Robert Patton: Birds@SanElijo.org.

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San Diego Horticultural Society Meetings – 6-9pm. Speaker: Lorene Edwards Forkner. Topic: Small is the New Big: Three Big Rules (and Four Small Ones) for Designing Small Gardens with Impact. All welcome. Free/member, $10/nonmember. Surfside Race Place, Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, 92014. More info: 760-295-7089 or SDHortSoc.org.

TUESDAY, MAY 15 Free Water Smart Gardening Workshop for Teachers – 8am-2pm. Learn the basic principles of WaterSmart gardening and includes an instructional tour of the Water Conservation Garden at Cuyamaca College. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. More info, Susan Bohlander: 858-522-6720 or SBohlander@sdcwa.org. TheGarden.org. Free Going Green Seminar – 6:30-8pm. Every Tuesday the Financial Freedom Team teaches how to keep your family safe, get out of debt, achieve financial freedom and achieve total wellness. Receive valuable tips for physical, financial, personal and environmental wellness. Free. Held at Rhythm City Grill, 1080 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, 92078. More info, Jeanne Knox: 858-204-3137 or JKnox@WeDeliverWellness.com. Free Arhatic Yoga Meditation – 6:45pm. Powerful meditation for those who have had Arhatic Yoga classes. Open to all. California Institute for Human Science (CIHS) Campus, 741 Garden View Court, Ste 204, Encinitas, 92024. 888-226-4325. PranicHealingSD.com. California Native Plant Society San Diego Chapter – 7pm. Free lectures on a variety of California

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 River Rescue – Team attacks and removes smaller and harder to reach trash sites along the river. All tools and supplies provided. More info: 619-2977380 or Doug@SanDiegoRiver.org. Soul-TV – Every Wednesday, 7pm. Join Tom and Trisha Kelly “Live” for a new interactive spiritual talk show with an exciting line-up of very special guests. Not in the Encinitas area? Check out SoulTV online. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 17 Bhagavad Gita with Tom Kelly – Every Thursday, 11am. Ongoing study using Yogananda’s twovolume commentary and translation, “God Talks with Arjuna,” facilitated by Tom Kelly, former monk in the SRF Monastic Order of 25 years. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com. Free Meditation – 6:30pm. Center for Spiritual Living Carlsbad, 390 Oak Ave, Ste H, Carlsbad, 92008. 760-434-9579. CSLCarlsbad.org. Intro to Mulch & Fertilizers – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn how properly applied mulch can reduce your water use, help to minimize weeds and add that final touch to highlight the look of your landscape. Free/member, $15/nonmember. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019.

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Free Pranic Healing Event: Twin Hearts Meditation – 6:45pm. Powerful meditation blesses the Earth with transformative spiritual energy; practitioner is blessed with health, well-being, inner calmness, greater connection to the Divine. Open to all. California Institute for Human Science (CIHS) Campus, 741 Garden View Court, Ste 204, Encinitas, 92024. 888-226-4325. PranicHealingSD.com. Prayer Workshop – 7-8pm. Center for Spiritual Living Carlsbad, 390 Oak Ave, Ste H, Carlsbad, 92008. 760-434-9579. CSLCarlsbad.org.

FRIDAY, MAY 18 Enliven Festival – Part of the HEMA Wellness Program. A profound 5-day life enhancement immersion meant to enliven the entire body and being, followed by an opportunity to take an additional 4-day yoga and dance fusion teacher training certification with Hemalayaa. $479/5day; $1,479/9-day HEMA Wellness Program plus certification. Manhattan Beach Marriott, 1400 Park View Ave, Manhattan Beach. 866-436-5621. Info@ Hemalayaa.com. Hemalayaa.com. Sierra Club Monthly Program – 7:30pm. Free. Joyce Beers Center, 3900 Vermont St, San Diego, 92103. More info: SanDiego.SierraClub.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 19 Guided Bird Walk – 8-10am. Join MTRP Trail Guide and resident Birder, Jeanne Raimond, for an adventure in Bird Watching. If have binoculars and/or a field guide, please bring them. For location: MTRP.org. Color Magic in Your Garden – 9-10am. Rosalie Dosik, landscape painter and certified fine arts

instructor, will show you how to choose colors for your garden design. $20/member, $25/nonmember. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. Pre-registration/payment required: 619-660-0614 or TheGarden.org. San Elijo Lagoon Volunteer Work Party – 9-11am. Locations vary, and activities typically include habitat restoration, invasive plant removal, planting of new native plants, trash pickup and removal, and trail maintenance. More info: SanElijo.org. Celebrating Community Gardens from the Ground Up – 11am-5pm. Day of free gardening related workshops: composting, grey-water recycling, and starting community gardens, local food/ eats, great kids’ activities and more. TLC Community Giving Garden, 11240 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, 92124. SDCGN.org. Free Encinitas Pranic Healing Clinic – 1-3pm. An effective no-touch, painless healing that sparks the body’s innate ability to repair itself and alleviate pain. Complimentary 20-min session from experienced healers. California Institute for Human Science (CIHS) Campus, 741 Garden View Court, Ste 204, Encinitas, 92024. 888-226-4325. PranicHealingSD.com. Friends of Famosa Slough Bird Walk – 1-3pm. An easy walk with good views of a variety of birds and salt marsh habitat. Free. Meet at the kiosk by the corner of Famosa Blvd & W Pt Loma Blvd, San Diego, 92138. 619-224-4591. FamosaSlough.org. Assessment Day – 2-4pm. Twenty different assessments including blood pressure, basal metabolic rate, fitness strengths and weaknesses, and more. Vital step in creating a fitness plan to meet individual needs. $50. Pre-registration required. EZIA Human Performance, 230 Birmingham Dr, Cardiffby-the-Sea, 92007. 760-635-1200. EziaHP.com. Toltec Knowledge: The Four Agreements & The Fifth Agreement – 7-9pm. Come join don Jose Ruiz, author of The Fifth Agreement, where he will be teaching a deep explanation of the books that his family ancestry have beautifully put into writing. $35. Yoga Tropics, 965 2nd St, Encinitas. MiguelRuiz.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 20 Soul Awakening Services – 8am, Meditation; 9am, Sacred Movement Yoga; 11am, Yoga Church. Join Tom and Trisha Kelly every Sunday for all or part

of your Sunday practice. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com. C o m p o s t i n g Wo r k s h o p – 1 - 2 p m . C h ula Vista Nature Center, E St & Bay Blvd. To reserve: 619-409-5900. ChulaVistaCA.gov.

MONDAY, MAY 21 Women’s Healing Clinic – 7:30-9pm. 3rd Mon each month ladies receive a psychic reading and healing on any topic: relationships, careers, etc. No appointment necessary. $10. Intuitive Insights, 4455 Morena Blvd, Ste 1085, San Diego, 92117. 858-509-7582. MyIntuition.net.

TUESDAY, MAY 22 Water Smart Landscape – 6-8:30pm. Free for Garden Members; Not a member? Join that night and we will refund your class fee. Landscape Designer Connie Beck takes the mystery out of Water Smart landscaping, and shows why Xeriscape is not “zero-scape.” $25/nonmember. Water Conservation Garden, 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr W, El Cajon, 92019. Pre-registration required: 619-660-0614 or TheGarden.org. Free Arhatic Yoga Meditation – 6:45pm. Powerful meditation for those who have had Arhatic Yoga classes. Open to all. California Institute for Human Science (CIHS) Campus, 741 Garden View Court, Ste 204, Encinitas, 92024. 888-226-4325. PranicHealingSD.com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 23 Digestive Health: An Ayurvedic Approach – 6:307:45pm. With Dave Lesinski. Dealing with digestive issues? Bloating, bad breath, weight gain and fatigue are some of the problems from digestive disturbance. Learn what you can do to ensure good digestive health. Free. Encinitas Public Library, 540 Cornish Dr Encinitas, 92024. For more info: 760815-6591 or Dave@ModernAyurvedaLiving.com. Soul-TV – Every Wednesday, 7pm. Join Tom and Trisha Kelly “Live” for a new interactive spiritual talk show with an exciting line-up of very special guests. Not in the Encinitas area? Check out SoulTV online. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 24 Bhagavad Gita with Tom Kelly – Every Thursday, 11am. Ongoing study using Yogananda’s two-

volume commentary and translation, “God Talks with Arjuna,” facilitated by Tom Kelly, former monk in the SRF Monastic Order of 25 years. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com. Free Meditation – 6:30pm. Center for Spiritual Living Carlsbad, 390 Oak Ave, Ste H, Carlsbad, 92008. 760-434-9579. CSLCarlsbad.org. Prayer Workshop – 7-8pm. Center for Spiritual Living Carlsbad, 390 Oak Ave, Ste H, Carlsbad, 92008. 760-434-9579. CSLCarlsbad.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 26 E-Waste Collection – 9am-12pm. The 4th Sat each month the Solana Center will collect TV’s, computers, monitors, cell phones and other electronic waste. They will dispose of the materials through Recycle San Diego. Donations accepted to support the work of the Solana Center. Solana Center, 137 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, 92024. 760-4367986. Sandy@SolanaCenter.org. SolanaCenter.org. Sustainable Garden Maintenance Workshop – 11am-2pm. A bilingual workshop designed for homeowners who do their own maintenance and homeowners along with the gardeners they employ. Topics: Making existing irrigation more efficient; Shrub and tree pruning and maintenance; Plant and soil health (disease control, mulching). Instructor: Lynlee Austell-Slayter. $20. MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Dr, Oceanside, 92056. San Diego Horticultural Society: 619-339-7087, LAustell@ cox.net. SDHortSoc.org. CSA San Diego Support Group Meeting – 2pm. The Celiac Sprue Association is a national support organization that provides information and referral services for persons with celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis. Rady Children’s Medical Office Bldg, 3030 Children’s Way, San Diego, 92123. GlutenFreeInSD.com. Home Grown Community Gardening Classes: Watering the Garden, Growing Squash – 2-3pm. With Diane Hollister, master gardener and composter. Getting plants just the right amount of water for healthy growth is one of the greatest challenges of Southern California gardening. Will discuss various drip systems and when and how to water. Vegetable focus on growing the squash family members. Free. El Corazon Compost Facility, 3210 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, 92054. Pre-registration required: 800-262-4167 x 4. AgriServiceInc.com.

class & workshop based on Toltec Knowledge with don Jose Ruiz Join don Jose Ruiz, author of The Fifth Agreement, for a series of workshops based on The Four Agreements, The Mastery of Love and The Fifth Agreement, books that his family ancestry have beautifully put into writing.

April 14-15 & July 28-29. Return to your True Light May19th. The Four Agreements & The Fifth Agreement: A Practical Guide to Self-Mastery June 23rd. The Mastery of Love Location. Yoga Tropics: 965 2nd St. Encinitas CA

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sUndaY, maY 27 Soul Awakening Services – 8am, Meditation; 9am, Sacred Movement Yoga; 11am, Yoga Church. Join Tom and Trisha Kelly every Sunday for all or part of your Sunday practice. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com. C o m p o s t i n g Wo r k s h o p – 1 - 2 p m . C h ula Vista Nature Center, E St & Bay Blvd. To reserve: 619-409-5900. ChulaVistaCA.gov.

TUEsdaY, maY 29 Free Going Green Seminar – 6:30-8pm. Every Tuesday the Financial Freedom Team teaches how to keep your family safe, get out of debt, achieve financial freedom and achieve total wellness. Receive valuable tips for physical, financial, personal and environmental wellness. Free. Held at Rhythm City Grill, 1080 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, 92078. More info, Jeanne Knox: 858-204-3137 or JKnox@WeDeliverWellness.com. Free Arhatic Yoga Meditation – 6:45pm. Powerful meditation for those who have had Arhatic Yoga classes. Open to all. California Institute for Human Science (CIHS) Campus, 741 Garden View Court, Ste 204, Encinitas, 92024. 888-226-4325. PranicHealingSD.com.

WEdnEsdaY, maY 30 Soul-TV – Every Wednesday, 7pm. Join Tom and Trisha Kelly “Live” for a new interactive spiritual talk show with an exciting line-up of very special guests. Not in the Encinitas area? Check out SoulTV online. The Soul Center, 627 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, 92024. 760-943-7685. SoulOfYoga.com. The Amazing HCG Fat Burning Solution – 7-9pm. A free lecture by Naturopath Michael Hollis, ND on how HCG targets fat, to produce rapid, healthy weight loss over a 6-wk period. Dr. Hollis will describe the mechanisms of weight loss and how HCG offers a solution that will not crash your metabolism like yo-yo dieting but can actually help you lose up to a pound a day. The Center for Health & Wellbeing, 3636 Fifth Ave (Hillcrest), San Diego, 92103. 619-814-5500. IntegrativeMedicineSanDiego.com.

THURsdaY, maY 31 Energy Profiling – Brings a new level of accuracy by analyzing body language, physical features, thought and feeling processes, gifts and talents, in addition to personality behaviors. Presenter: Michelle Leuschen. $35. Register: HowDoIHealMyself.org. Bhagavad Gita with Tom Kelly – Every Thursday, 11am. Ongoing study using Yogananda’s twovolume commentary and translation, “God Talks

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saTURdaY, JUnE 23 Toltec Knowledge: The Mastery of Love – 7-9pm. Come join don Jose Ruiz, author of The Fifth Agreement, where he will be teaching a deep explanation of the books that his family ancestry have beautifully put into writing. $35. Yoga Tropics, 965 2nd St, Encinitas. MiguelRuiz.com.

saTURdaY, JUnE 30 Medicinal Uses of Essential Oils – June 30-July 1. 10am-6pm. With David Crow. Lemongrass Center, 910 2nd St Encinitas, 92024. 760-633-1970. LemonGrassCenter@gmail.com.

saTURdaY, JULY 28 Return to your True Light – July 28-29. 9am5pm, Sat; 9am-12pm, Sun. Come and join don Jose Ruiz, co-author of The Fifth Agreement: A Practical Guide to Self-Mastery, where he will offer his Toltec traditions combined with his brilliant modern expression. $175. Yoga Tropics, 965 2nd St, Encinitas. MiguelRuiz.com.

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