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amily holiday traditions spice childhood with magical joy and anticipation. Like me, you likely cherish wonderful memories of your own family’s annual rituals, a powerful and welcome way of creating strong family bonds. Extra creativity comes into play when spouses find ways to combine and blend favorite childhood customs as a springboard for starting new ones. When our kids were young, we all loved to get away for a few days to take a break from the busy holiday season and unwind. Our family’s favorite destination was a rented cabin in Hocking Hills, Ohio. Secluded in the woods beside a beautiful, frozen waterfall just outside our door, each evening found us in the outdoor Jacuzzi watching the stars and snowfall. During the day, our best hike took us to the Rock House formation. The cave’s glistening stalactite icicles and peaceful winter treks remain treasured memories for all of us. I never cease to be amazed by the deafening quiet following a snowstorm and the exhilarating winter air. Such adventures illustrate the beauties and benefits of keeping holiday celebrations simple, meaningful and unfolding at an easy, natural pace. This month, our “Local Guide to Conscious Giving” is also here to lessen the stress of holiday shopping, with local businesses sharing meaningful and practical gift ideas. Offerings foster health, pamper those we love, support fair trade and uplift those in need. This holiday season, try the four gift rule when checking off a child’s list: one thing they want; one thing they need, one thing to wear, and one thing to read. Our December issue is centered on the theme of Awakening Humanity. In Linda Sechrist’s feature article, “Near-Death Experiences: Proof of Life After Death,” we discover how millions have experienced this profound adventure firsthand to return with deepened knowledge of peace, love and joy. Many now lead more purposeful and fulfilled lives. We also explore “The World Peace Diet,” Will Tuttle’s blueprint for a better world through mindful eating. Plus, Lane Vale rounds up simple rituals aimed to reverse the winter blues in this month’s Healing Ways department. Holidays traditionally call for delicious food and drink and this issue is chockfull of epicurean treats. Rookwood’s Spice & Tea Exchange gifts us with recipes that manage to be both healthy and decadent. Its Matcha Green Tea Cupcakes and Festive Berry White Cosmo Tea-ni are a delightful way to ring in the New Year. Wishing you a healthy and happy season of refreshingly fun traditions,

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he Allure Salon, in Mason, is offering 10 percent off AVEDA products from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., December 4. AVEDA holiday gift sets feature limited edition products and sizes, and are packaged in handmade and handdyed lokta bark paper from Nepal, made with non-toxic pigments. When AVEDA purchases this beautiful paper, families living in Nepal are able to buy food, clothing, repair their homes and improve education. More than 4,900 people were hired to make 1.4 million sheets of this paper for the gift sets. Location: 5250 Courseview Dr., Mason. For more information, call 513-459-0606 or visit AllureMason.com. See ad, page 25.

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ndy Shetterly, of Peak Performance Sports Therapy, and Suzanne Lautz-Singh, of Medical Massage Cincinnati, have merged their businesses and skills to bring an unprecedented level of bodywork and therapeutic combination to the Cincinnati area. Shetterly is the only health care professional in the greater Cincinnati tri-state region certified in three effective therapeutic sports therapies: Active Release Andy Shetterly Technique (ART), neuromuscular therapy (NMT) and Active Isolated Stretching (AIS). Lautz-Singh brings a medical approach to bodywork with her ART certification and understanding of NMT. Together, these services offered at Peak Performance Sports Therapy can be effective at reducing pain and improvSuzanne Lautz-Singh ing performance. Location: 2200 Victory Pkwy. (Edgecliff building), Cincinnati. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 859-802-0448, or visit PeakPerformanceSports Therapy.com or MedicalMassageCincinnati.com. See ad, page 27.

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ox Run Produce and Education Center, a sustainable farm, is offering online courses beginning in January 2014. The classes feature topics such as self-sufficiency, livestock care, alternative energy, green building, organic gardening and natural living. Says owner/operator Ame Vanorio, “This is a natural extension for the farm. Online classes are a way to bring people together who are otherwise unable to attend. The uncertain economy makes people feel a need to be more selfsufficient and independent. Our classes help people do that in a supportive, positive atmosphere.” For more than 20 years, Vanorio has taught onsite classes, community education programs and presented at national conferences about sustainability. Through December 30, the center is having a contest to win 14 free classes. Visit the website to enter and see a list of classes offered.

farmers’ market is usually a summertime seasonal event. The Madeira Farmers’ Market is opening from 4 to 6 p.m. every Thursday year-round to provide access to organic, fresh food throughout the winter months. Local offerings of organic fruits and vegetables, micro-greens, meats, eggs, jams, grains, Blue Oven bread, hummus, cheese, nuts, chocolate and other treats will be available. A variety of craft vendors offer great gift items, as well as food demos and other surprises.

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he New School Montessori, in North Avondale, is hosting the Artessori 2013 holiday arts fair from 5:30 to 8 p.m., December 6, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., December 7. The fair showcases talent from the local community with an exciting array of jewelry, fiber arts, glass from Brazee Street Studios, riddle cards, handmade soaps, tutus, fine art photography, funky paintings, books, student art, tarot card readings and other surprises. Celebrate the season and be part of Cincinnati’s creative community at The New School Montessori’s beautiful enrichment center. Parking is available in the school parking lot. Enter at the rear entrance of the Enrichment Center.

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idd Coffee and Wine Bar celebrates the grand opening of their third location the week of December 2. This unique addition to northern Cincinnati is located in a newly renovated turn-of-the-century building. The facility features a warm and inviting fireplace and bar, with a heated outdoor patio and large elevated sun deck that are available for daily use and private gatherings. Serving coffee, exquisite wines and craft beers, this new, cozy and comfortable coffee and wine bar also offers many delicious items on an expanded menu. Live music events, wine tastings and other happenings of interest to the community are featured periodically.

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innamon is known as an excellent antioxidant that improves fasting blood sugar levels and prevents heart disease. Now new research offers yet another benefit and reason to add this potent spice to our daily diet. Researchers at the University of California, Santa Barbara, have confirmed that cinnamon helps protect against Alzheimer’s disease. They found that the cinnamon compounds cinnamaldehyde and epicatechin help stop the formation of “tangles” of tau protein in the brain, hallmarks of the memory-robbing neurodegenerative disease. The study, published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, says these powerful antioxidants that give cinnamon its potent flavor and scent defend mental function in a unique way. “Take, for example, sunburn, a form of oxidative damage,” explains Roshni Graves, of the university’s Department of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology. “If you wore a hat, you could protect your face and head from oxidation. In a sense, this cinnamaldehyde is like a cap,” protecting against tau proteins. The findings suggest that sufficient cinnamon consumption might stop the progression of Alzheimer’s or even prevent it.

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The Terra, an Internet-based trade reference currency (TRC), has been launched as a global complementary form of money to provide an inflation-resistant international value standard, stabilize the worldwide business cycle and realign stockholders’ interests with long-term sustainability. From a legal viewpoint, the Terra is standardized “countertrade” (international barter), which is routinely used for more than $1 trillion worth of transactions each year. Countertrade legislation already exists in about 200 countries, including all the major trading nations, so introducing the Terra does not require new intergovernmental agreements. Financial and currency expert Bernard Lietaer, one of the key architects of the European Currency Unit, the convergence mechanism that led to the Euro, posits the Terra as the first time since gold standard days that such a robust, inflation-resistant international base value has been available. He says, “This supranational complementary currency is uniquely designed, unlike national currencies, to provide a stable international mechanism for contractual and payment purposes worldwide. This mechanism would automatically work to reverse the boom and busts of the business cycle and stabilize the economy by providing more cash during downturns and cooling off inflationary pressures in the peak of an upturn.” Perhaps most importantly, it is positioned to resolve the current conflict between short-term financial interest and long-term sustainability. The Terra works in parallel with national currencies.

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n a smooth, small stone, visitors pen their intention and carry it softly in their hand while traveling a circuitous labyrinth. In this peaceful walking meditation, encircled by towering elm trees, they feel the soft earth beneath their feet and then gently place the stone on the labyrinth’s center altar. With a smile and sense of peace in their soul, they turn to enter Gracetree Yoga and Growth Studio, in West Chester, to solidify their intention with a yoga practice or perhaps some Thai body work therapy. The powerful mindbody connection resonates within them for days. The studio’s meditative labyrinth is just one of many features that make it special. There’s a vibrant energy that’s palpable upon entering the former residence. Although Gracetree is described as a yoga and growth studio, co-owners Betsy Brothers and Janet Nash usually refer to it by its Sanskrit name, shala, or sanctuary. “We provide a peaceful place to rejuvenate the mind,

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body and soul,” explains Nash. The window-filled sun studio is the primary space where clients enjoy yoga classes. Decorative fireplaces grace several rooms and a second, smaller studio. Three adjacent rooms are used for counseling and private treatments such as Reiki, life coaching, acupuncture and massage. What was the home’s garage is the now the shala entrance, where clients often gather. A back deck offers a view of the labyrinth and a place to relax, savor tea and chat. Nearly two years ago, Nash and Brothers were loyal clients of Gracetree. They didn’t know each other prior to embracing the opportunity to become the new co-owners, but taking over the shala’s ownership and management was a smooth transition. “We jumped into a plane that was already in the air and learned to fly together,” explains Brothers with a smile. Nash adds, “It was a daring leap of faith, mixed with a little bit of naivety.” She brings her background as a licensed mental health therapist, certified yoga teacher and Reiki II status to the business. She’s especially interested in offering the community alternative forms of wellness with a preventive approach, saying, “Yoga offers powerful mental, emotional and spiritual healing if you allow yourself to find it.” Brothers’ nursing background, Reiki II certification and six years as a registered yoga instructor complement the shala’s wellness focus. “People differ in the type of rejuvenation therapies they need. The ideal relief can vary based on the stressor. Varied people, varied needs, varied solutions,” explains Nash. This is why they offer so many different modalities. Since they took the shala’s helm, they have not made drastic changes, but do welcome suggestions from clients. “More than anything, we want to meet the needs of our community and those that form the community of Gracetree,” says Nash. The shala’s mission is to provide an uplifting environment for those on a self-discovery journey. Clients make their journey via individual work, classes and workshops or a combination of all three. Nash and Brothers say their body nurturing treatments, as well as tools to balance the mind and liberate the soul, help keep their clients loyal. The latest addition to Gracetree’s broad and varied staff includes Vinny Ricciardi, who has trained extensively in Soma Veda Thai body work and is a hatha yoga instructor. His Thai sessions are best described as a cross between massage and yoga. “He uses acupressure and movement to induce relaxation and release toxins and negative emotions,” states Brothers, “It’s an excellent complement to other shala therapies.” People often seek to process life’s challenges and discover insights so they can achieve a greater sense of wholeness. Gracetree is a place where a non-judging presence with self and others provides experiences that inspire this type of positive change. Location: 8933 Cincinnati-Dayton Rd., West Chester. For more information, call 513-759-4458 email Info@GraceTreeStudio.com or visit GraceTreeStudio.com. See ad, page 10. Gayle Wilson Rose is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings. For more information, visit DashWriter.com.

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he Pacific Northwest is known for its natural greenness and environmental reverence through recycling and alternative energy use. It is also where the inspiration for harnessing the sun’s energy to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources was planted with Oregon natives Geoff and Michelle Greenfield. Before landing in Ohio and starting their Athens-based business, Third Sun Solar, Geoff’s reverence for Mother Earth and his desire to make a positive difference led him to Central Africa to build water systems with the Peace Corps. Michelle’s business background and her Master of International Economic Development degree led her to the role of company CEO. In the mid-90s, this trailblazing couple didn’t realize they were solidifying their industry pioneer status when they single-handedly built their off-grid alternative energy Ohio home. During construction, they installed photovoltaic (PV) solar panels and a wind turbine as their power source. “Solar power was then widely considered a prohibitively expensive technology,” Geoff recalls. “Those who added it to their homes had to be deeply committed to powering with green energy sources.” Word quickly spread about the Greenfields’ unusual house. Local homeowners beating a path to their door solidified their dream. Says Michelle, “It wasn’t long before our installation of solar panels on neighboring homes grew from our primary weekend activity to the official founding of the company.”

Fourteen years later, Third Sun Solar has grown to 20 employees with more than 400 clean energy installations. From site analysis to expert installation, they are full-service providers of clean energy systems. As with any relatively new industry, standards have emerged with the expansion of solar power. The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) is the industry certifying gold standard. Their inaugural 2003 certification course (from which Geoff graduated) focused on developing best practices for designing and installing solar power systems. This focus continues today with Geoff serving on the NABCEP board. “Our company mission from the beginning has been to accelerate growth of clean energy solutions for the good of all,” he says, proudly adding, “We have four staffers at Third Sun Solar who’ve earned NABCEP certification.”

The costs of adding solar panels to a home has fallen about 80 percent since 2005. Geoff explains, “It’s a reflection of a growing industry where even foreign competitors have entered the market. Lenders have also taken notice of the increasing focus on renewable energy. More accessible terms for financing are available as lenders view solar additions the same way as other types of home improvements.” Geoff continues, “Many

who are considering adding green energy sources to their homes wonder about the resale value compared to the payback of a kitchen or bath remodel project. It increases value for the right homebuyer—one who understands green energy and appreciates being able to impact their own energy costs.” The investment for solar power is totally front-loaded. Its fuel, the sun, is of course, free. But for the system to pay for itself, homeowners must recoup up-front costs over time. Greenfield explains that the best way to get payback is to maintain connection to the traditional power grid and sell back the power. Homeowners earn energy credit for what’s returned. A green-minded homeowner might hear an interesting sound on a sunny day: the whirring of the backward spin of their electrical meter. Although solar power is still relatively young, it is now morphing into a mass-market industry thanks to those seeking better ways to manage their energy costs and be green. Today, Third Sun Solar and the Greenfield family pioneers can proudly claim significant credit for Ohio’s 11th-place ranking in our nation’s solar power installations. Location: 762 W. Union St., Athens. For more information, call 740-249-4533, email BWagner@ThirdSunSolar.com or visit ThirdSunSolar.com. See ad, page 2. Gayle Wilson Rose is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings. For more information visit DashWriter.com

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Near Death Experiences Proof of Life after Death by Linda Sechrist

In Memoriam

ohn R. Voell, father, author and visionary co-founder of Natural Awakenings Publishing Corporation, has served as a mentor to our family of publishers for 15 years. During John’s time with us, the Universe responded to his faithful living of the principle to love God, one’s self and others by providing fertile soil for the big ideas he relished nurturing. His books, Cancer: How to Heal It—How to Prevent It and Cancer Report, as well as his latest development project, United We Can, were just a few of the ways that John allowed himself to be an instrument of the Divine in helping humankind. John was passionate about the success of our magazine, pleased and proud that the now 90-strong family of Natural Awakenings franchise publishers touch the lives of millions of readers each month. He’s known around here for saying, “I don’t know what your spiritual beliefs are, but I believe that when I leave this world, I’m going to somehow measure my success by those I’ve helped along the way.” Those that knew and worked with him would say that he more than succeeded—he soared.

he advice that the White Queen gave to young Alice in Lewis Carroll’s Through the LookingGlass might be some of the best to offer non-believers and skeptics that question the credibility of near-death experiences (NDE). When Alice protests, “One can’t believe impossible things,” the White Queen famously retorts, “I daresay you haven’t had much practice. When I was your age, I always did it for half-an-hour a day. Why, sometimes I believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast.”

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The majority of physicians and clinical researchers in the medical community continue to consider NDEs as impossible and merely pure fantasies generated by a surge of electrical activity as a dying brain runs out of oxygen. However, according to a Gallup poll, the 8 million Americans whose transcendental NDEs freed their consciousness to leave the body and enter into a wondrous reality that exists completely free of physicality, believe them to be real, meaningful and lifechanging experiences. Recently, the renowned NDE narratives of Anita Moorjani, author of Dying to Be Me: My Journey from Cancer

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I was overwhelmed by the realization that God isn’t a being, but a state of being… and I am that state of being… pure consciousness. ~ Anita Moorjani to Near Death, to True Healing, and Dr. Eben Alexander, author of Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon’s Journey into the Afterlife, have sparked fresh public interest in NDEs, a word coined by Raymond Moody, Ph.D., in his 1975 classic, Life After Life. Moody, a psychiatrist and professor of philosophy who has spent nearly 50 years investigating what happens when people die, has interviewed thousands of individuals that have personally experienced an NDE. “Over the past 20 years there have been enormous strides in resuscitation technology. Defibrillators and public access defibrillation programs, as well as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, are major factors that allow modern medicine to bring people back from a state that 100 years ago would have been labeled death,” observes Moody.

Through his research, he has identified numerous common elements that occur in NDEs—an out-of-body experience, the sensation of traveling through a tunnel, encountering a bright light (usually interpreted as God, Jesus or an angel), communicating with deceased relatives, feeling emotions such as profound peace, well-being and love, plus a flood of knowledge about life and the nature of the universe. Perhaps the most significant element he reports is the supremely conscious and superbly blissful state that exists beyond both limitations of the senses and intellect and the confines of space and time— the pure conscious form of each one’s truly real Self.

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Rushed to the hospital in a coma, Moorjani, whose body had been devoured for four years by cancer of the lymphatic system, describes the real self that she discovered during her NDE. “There I was, without my body or any physical traits, yet my pure essence continued to exist. It was not a reduced element of my whole self; in fact, it felt far greater and more intense and expansive than my physical being. “I felt eternal, as if I’d always existed and always would, without a beginning or end. I was filled with the knowledge that I was simply magnificent,” explains Moorjani, whose cancer completely disappeared within five weeks after her release from the hospital. “Not only did I come back with a clean slate, I brought back one of my biggest lessons—to love myself and be an instrument of love. I also returned to life here with a sense of purpose—to fearlessly be as authentically me as I can be. This means,” she clarifies, “that in whatever I do, I am acting from my sense of passion and the sheer joy of doing it.” During Alexander’s seven-day coma in a hospital, brought about by antibiotic-resistant E. coli meningitis that attacked his brain, he left his mortal identity behind. “My brain wasn’t working at all,” he relates. “My entire neo-cortex, the part that makes us human, was entirely shut down. I had no language, emotions, logic or memories of who I was. Such an empty slate granted me full access to the true cosmic being that I am, that we all are,”

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“We need to accept—at least hypothetically—that the brain itself doesn’t produce consciousness.” ~ Dr. Eben Alexander says Alexander. He further recalls that as his NDE unfolded, it occurred to him that he was being granted a grand overview of the invisible side of existence. He also had a lovely ethereal companion that floated along on a butterfly wing, telepathically teaching him to accept the universal truth that, “You are eternally loved and cherished, you have nothing to fear, and there is nothing you can do wrong.” “If I had to boil the whole message down to just one word, it would be Love—the incomprehensibly glorious truth of truths that lives and breathes at the core of everything that exists or will ever exist. No remotely accurate understanding of who we are and what we are can be achieved by anyone who does not know it and embody it in all their actions,” Alex- ander now understands. Prior to his life-threatening illness, this neurosurgeon’s sophisticated medical training had led him to dismiss the possibility of NDEs. Today, he works at returning to his NDE state of oneness and unconditional love by using meditation and sacred acoustics, as

well as quantum mechanics, to explore the nature of consciousness and higher brain function. Like Moody, Alexander studies the ancient Greek philosophers Parmenides, Pythagoras and Plato, who took the notion of an afterlife seriously and questioned “what” survives bodily death. Alexander’s consequent nonprofit organization, Eternea, fosters cooperation between science and spirituality by sponsoring research and education about spiritually transformative experiences and holistic consciousness beyond conventional definitions. “I had to learn a whole lot more about consciousness than I had to know about neuroscience,” quips Alexander, who now believes that the brain blocks access to knowledge of higher worlds. “We need to accept—at least hypothetically—that the brain itself doesn’t produce consciousness. That it is, instead, a kind of reducing valve or filter that dumbs down consciousness for the duration of our human experience. “Neuroscience can’t give you the first sentence about how the physical brain creates consciousness,” he states, while many are finding how science and spirituality strengthen each other. At age 37, a blood vessel exploded in the left hemisphere of Jill Bolte Taylor’s brain. A Ph.D. Harvard-trained scientist specializing in anatomy of the brain, she was fascinated to observe the breakdown of her brain-related functions.

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~Anita Moorjani As described in her book, My Stroke of Insight: A Brain Scientist’s Personal Journey, she became the witness to her stroke, which initially left her unable to talk, walk, read, write or remember anything prior to that occurrence. As her left brain shut down, Taylor lost her ability to process all language; with her mind suspended in newfound silence, she experienced an unprecedented sense of deep peace. She also experienced an inability to visually distinguish edges and boundaries between herself and the outer world. Absent conventional orientation, “I could actually see that my skin was not my physical boundary. “As a result of such a glorious state of blissful realization that I am—as we all are—connected to everything and everyone around us, I no longer see myself as a single, solid entity, separate from other human beings,” advises Taylor. “Although my left mind still thinks of me as a fragile individual, capable of losing my life, my right mind realizes the essence of my being as eternal life.” She now understands that she is part of the cosmic flow of energy, which she characterizes as a tranquil sea of euphoria.

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In The Hidden Face of God: Science Reveals the Ultimate Truth, author Gerald L. Schroeder, Ph.D., suggests that each of us is a part of the universe seeking and finding itself. Could it be that without the mental filter and self-limiting beliefs, we are free to consciously know our higher state of wholeness and the truth of our magnificence? Upwards of 8 million people that have experienced their own NDE are trending the world toward a tipping point into the comforting awareness that anything is possible. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Visit ItsAllAboutWe. com for the recorded interviews.

Gut Instinct Asking the Right Questions About Depression by Dr. Jared Seigler and Dr. Sachin Patel

ccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, depression affects one in 10 people, with a resulting annual cost burden of $34 billion. Antidepressant and anti-anxiety medications are among the most-prescribed drugs in the U.S. Despite this enormous expenditure, anxiety remains the most common mental illness among Americans, affecting 40 million adults. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America reports the cost of anxiety disorders is even greater, at $42 billion annually and growing. It is critical for patients and their families to seek answers for receiving better treatments for these maladies. More importantly, asking the right questions is essential for both patients and doctors; questions that transcend labeling the problem and instead focus on identifying underlying causes are the best inquiries. Many patients suffering from anxiety and depression are told, “It is all in your head.” This can result from poor diagnostics and inadequate physician understanding of the patient’s health history. A critical process component occurs when a doctor listens, asks specific questions and then seeks diagnostic clues. For many, undesirable side effects of traditional medications can result in compounded challenges in unexpected places such as the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Functional medicine (FM) is an alternative approach that operates mostly within the boundaries of conventional medicine and can be a path for those with depression and anxiety issues. At the core of FM are the interactions between the environment and the patient’s gastrointestinal, endocrine and immune systems. More than 95 percent of neurotransmitters are made and utilized in the GI tract. With this basic physiology in mind, one can understand that to address these neurological issues, one must look further. FM typically seeks to provide chronic care management based on the foundation of diet, nutrition and exposure to environmental toxins, because these elements play central roles in predisposition to un-wellness. The basic building blocks and substances for neurotransmitters are amino acids. Tryptophan becomes serotonin, and aminobutyric acid, or GABA, an amino acid that is made from glutamate. If one is either not getting enough protein in their diet or is not properly digesting and absorbing amino acids, then they are set up for failure. Even worse, when bacteria in the GI tract consume undigested protein, they metabolize it differently. In the central nervous system, GABA is inhibitory, or calming, but in the GI tract, GABA is excitatory, or stimulat-

ing, and this can cause anxiety. Serotonin, in particular, also controls bowel regularity. Typical side effects of selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors, a class of compounds typically used as antidepressants in the treatment of depression and anxiety, are not surprisingly, either constipation or diarrhea. The body’s most-utilized inhibitory neurotransmitters are serotonin and GABA. This means that any time there is inflammation in the GI tract, the brain sends these neurotransmitters to put out the fire. The double-edged sword is that inflammatory conditions also mostly stop production of these neurotransmitters. Inflammatory reactions in the GI tract can result from consuming food that a person’s immune system responds to (food sensitivities), undigested food, bacterial overgrowths, parasites or excessive sugar intake. Symptoms associated with intestinal inflammation are constipation, diarrhea, odorous gas, bloating, fibromyalgia and fatigue, among others. Not coincidentally, serotonin and GABA are most widely associated with depression and anxiety. The good news is the digestive process, bacterial types and amounts, essential amino acid levels and peripheral neurotransmitter usage can be measured. Therefore, one can pinpoint the exact breakdown in the process of acquiring, building and using these neurotransmitters. Once the root cause is identified and addressed, then the body has the ability to self-heal. Doctors Jared Seigler and Sachin Patel are providers of functional medicine at The Living Proof Institute, in Cincinnati. Contact them at Info@BecomeProof.com or TheLivingProofInstitute.com. See ad, page 3.

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Peace on Our Plates Mindful Eating for a More Peaceful World by Judith Fertig

s Earth’s population grows to a projected 9 billion people by 2050, can our global community keep eating flesh like we’ve been doing for centuries? No, according to a 2010 report by the United Nations Environment Programme, an international panel of sustainable resource management experts. Examining the food demands of a growing population and associated environmental and sustainability issues, Assessing the Environmental Impacts of Consumption and Production recommends “substantial worldwide diet change away from animal products.” Making the case for a holistic view, Will Tuttle, Ph.D., suggests in World Peace Diet: Eating for Spiritual Health and Social Harmony that we start to see the connections between our food choices and the health and well-being of ourselves, our families, communities and the world.

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At the center of the web of life is the food we all share to sustain our bodies. Tuttle insists that we celebrate this and regard each meal as a feast. “Food preparation is the only art that allows us to literally incorporate what we create. It is also the only art that fully involves all five senses,” he says. We honor this wonderful activity most by sharing our cooking efforts with others, blessing the

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food and eating mindfully. The problem at the center of life, maintains Tuttle, is that we involve animals in our food chain, an act that “introduces suffering, whether physical, mental or emotional.” This is a truth we try to hide from, what he calls the ”cultural shadow”. “The worst examples include factory farming, but even the best methods ultimately involve killing other animals for food,” he says. One of Tuttle’s more controversial claims is that the herding culture—raising, dominating, selling, killing and owning animals—sets up a harmful physical, emotional and cultural dynamic, extolling domineering and aggressive behavior. “The herding culture requires male dominance and a mentality that might makes right,” observes Tuttle. “It also sees females as primarily breeders, not beings.” Based on contemporary research in anthropology, sociology and psychopathology, he maintains that the actions required to both dominate animals and eat their meat can lead to more aggressive and violent behavior. One recent study seems to support his claim. Dr. Neil Barnard, in his book, Foods That Fight Pain, remarks that, “Plant-based diets also help tame testosterone’s activity.” Barnard cites a Massachusetts male aging study of 1,552 men ages 40 to 70, which indicated that men eating more fruits

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Tip: Cook whole-grain or spinach pasta, potatoes, rice or another recommended grain in a large quantity to store in the refrigerator for use in stir-fries, salads and other meals later in the week. and vegetables than meat were less domineering and aggressive, because the increased sex hormone-binding globulin produced by plants helps keep testosterone in check. “If we continue the meat-centric way of eating, we’re going to continue to have the problems that come with it,” says Tuttle. “The way forward is plant-based agriculture.”

Practicing a World Peace Diet The Tuttles shop for fresh, organic and non-GMO (genetically modified organism) foods and favor what they call “blueprint recipes”, that vary from day to day. Each outlines the makings of a dish and encourages cooks to be intuitive in how they fill in the details. For a typical breakfast, for example, Tuttle and his wife, Madeleine, will make a green smoothie that includes kale, banana, apple, grapes, ground flax, chia seeds, cinnamon and fresh ginger. “It’s a flexible drink,” says Tuttle. “We will swap out whatever organic fruits and vegetables we have so that

we vary the flavor from time to time.” For example, they might use parsley, spinach, or chard leaves in place of kale, or citrus in place of grapes. Lunch is usually a wrap-type sandwich, sometimes using fresh leaf lettuce or a whole-wheat tortilla. One recent example of such a wrap combined tomatoes, peppers, sprouts, walnuts, tempeh and avocado. A dinnertime blueprint recipe involves a base of cooked rice, quinoa, pasta, mashed potatoes or polenta, topped with a vegetable ragout, cooked or raw. “You could live the rest of your life mixing and matching these ingredients and never have the same meal twice,” notes Tuttle. “We have been doing it for 30 years. If we all choose to eat like this, the world could feed everybody on a fraction of the land now consumed by agriculture.” Learn more at WorldPeaceDiet.org/ articles.htm. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Peace Blueprint Recipes When sitting down to eat, look at what’s been created to nourish all those gathered. Enjoy the colors, smells, tastes and love that blesses the food. May the principle of Oneness govern all beings.

Whole Wheat and Vegetable Wrap

For lunch, a simple wrap can provide a daily change-up mixing in different fresh ingredients plus a plant-based flavoring like dried herbs, spices or garlic stirred into the Vegenaise or homemade eggless mayonnaise. Yields two servings 2 10-inch whole-wheat tortillas 2 Tbsp Vegenaise

1 tsp prepared horseradish, or to taste 1 cup fresh lettuce, torn into pieces ½ cup sprouts ½ cup chopped fresh tomatoes ½ cup shredded fresh carrots ½ cup diced fresh cucumber 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced ¼ cup toasted walnuts Toast walnuts by placing them on a baking sheet in a 350-degree oven for 15 minutes. Cool, and then chop. Place the tortillas on a flat surface. In a small bowl, mix the Vegenaise and horseradish together. Spread the mixture on the tortillas. Top each tortilla with half the lettuce, sprouts, tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, avocado and walnuts. Roll each tortilla into a wrap and serve. natural awakenings

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1 banana, sliced 1 large apple, peeled, cored and chopped ½ cup seedless green grapes 1 cup chopped kale leaves 1 cup baby spinach leaves 1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger 1 Tbsp ground flax seeds ¼ cup ground chia seeds ¼ tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp ground cloves 1 cup purified water

Yields two servings

Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Stir in the rice, reduce the heat and simmer covered until tender, about 40 minutes. While the rice is cooking, combine the red bell pepper, celery, Kalamata olives, Italian parsley and walnuts in a medium-sized bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and salt. Pour the dressing over the vegetables, stir until well blended, and then let rest until the rice is done. To serve, spoon the cooked rice onto each plate and top with the raw vegetable ragout.

Rice: 1 cup brown rice 2¼ cups water

Source: Adapted from Intuitive Cooking, by Madeleine Tuttle (WorldPeaceDiet.org).

Place all ingredients in the blender and blend until smooth. Strain, if necessary, to remove larger pieces; pour into two glasses and serve.

Green Smoothie

To start the day, use a high-powered Vitamix-type blender to reduce whole fruits and vegetables to a smooth juice. If using a regular blender, cut the fruits and vegetables into small pieces and strain the purée after blending. Yields two servings

Raw Vegetable Ragout: 1 cup red bell pepper, cut into strips ½ cup finely chopped celery ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives, chopped ¼ cup finely chopped Italian parsley ¼ cup toasted, chopped walnuts 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 garlic clove, minced 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp coarse kosher or sea salt

Raw Vegetable Ragout with Brown Rice Start dinner with a base of cooked rice, potatoes, quinoa or polenta and top it with a vegetable medley.

Healthy World Shopping List by Madeleine W. Tuttle Allow an hour to explore and buy the following basics to stock the pantry, always choosing organic and foods that have no genetically modified (GM or GMO) ingredients. In certain Asian traditions, only the most enlightened members of a monks’ community are allowed to cook food for their fellows, with good reason. The more love that goes into meal preparation, the better the outcome will be.

Staples Grains: rice, millet, whole-grain spaghetti or angel hair noodles, couscous, quinoa, buckwheat, wild rice, cornmeal Veggies: (in season) pumpkin/squash, leek, onions, garlic, kale, cabbage, ginger, horseradish, broccoli, peppers, mushrooms, carrots, lettuce/greens,

sprouts, edamame, spinach, tomatoes, cucumbers, celery, avocado, cilantro, peas (fresh or frozen), yams, potatoes

Nuts and seeds: almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, pine nuts; raisins; flax, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds

Proteins: tofu, tempeh, seitan; lentils, split peas, beans and other legumes

Oils and sauces: tahini (sesame butter), Vegenaise dressing, tomato sauce, olive oil, coconut oil, tamari or shoyu

Dried herbs: peppermint, Italian seasoning mix, basil, dill, cilantro, paprika, cayenne, curry, turmeric, pepper, nutmeg powder, cumin seeds, rosemary, nutritional yeast

Sweeteners: Sucanat, stevia, coconut sugar, rice syrup, date syrup/sugar, agave nectar

Additions

Dairy: plant-based milks (e.g., soy, rice, hemp, coconut, almond, oat, tapioca), cheeses, yogurts, and creams; and nut butters such as almond, cashew, and peanut butters and sesame tahini

Meat analogs: Gardein, Tofurkey, Field Roast, Beyond Meat, Sun Burger, Fakin’ Bacon

Others: spelt flour, Celtic salt, vanilla, cacao powder, shredded coconut

Fruits: citrus, apples, bananas, grapes, berries, avocado and others

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Thai Curry Butternut Squash Soup 1 14-ounce can coconut milk 2 cups chicken stock 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 2 heaping tbsp red curry paste (or cayenne to taste) 1 small red onion, chopped 1 slice ginger, approximately 1 inch, grated 6 cloves garlic, chopped

utternut squash has an abundance of powerhouse nutrients that may protect against heart disease, breast cancer and age-related macular degeneration. It is also high in fiber and antioxidants. Preparation time: 20 minutes Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

1 medium-large butternut squash (about 6 cups cubed, or 3 lbs)

Blend or puree after cooking with an immersion blender if possible. Otherwise, let the mix cool and then transfer it to a blender or food processor. Garnish with toasted almonds and cilantro or parsley (can also garnish with cinnamon and nutmeg, or curry powder with seasoned pumpkin seeds, croutons, onion rings or bacon).

Healthy Cooking Tip

Choose an unblemished fruit that feels heavy for its size with a matte, rather than glossy, skin. A shiny exterior indicates that the fruit was picked too early and it won’t be as sweet as a fully grown squash.

Garnish

Toasted almonds, cilantro and/or parsley

Directions

Peel the squash. Cut ½-inch off the bottom and top and discard. Cut into 1-inch cubes and combine with other ingredients in a large pot with lid or a slow cooker. Cook on low heat for 4-6 hours if using a slow cooker (crock pot) or simmer on low to medium heat in a large pot with the lid on for 45 minutes to one hour, stirring occasionally.

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Directions

Mix the matcha green tea powder with the cream into a paste. Beat the butter until light and smooth, then add the matcha/ cream paste. Sift the powdered sugar and beat into the butter mixture, 1 cup at a time until it reaches desired spreading consistency.

Berry White Cosmo Tea-Ni Serves 2 to 4

Ingredients

atcha green tea is a specially crafted tea from Japan. Its growing process is an elaborate one, involving covering the tender plants at designated times to protect the chlorophyll and keep the leaves soft and dark green. Full of antioxidants, nutrients, fiber and chlorophyll, matcha tea is used in a powder form. It can be consumed like traditional tea and used as an ingredient for baking, sauces and other beverages. To your health!

Matcha Green Tea Cupcakes

1¼ oz tea-infused vodka ¾ oz Grand Marnier ½ oz cranberry juice Squeeze of fresh lime juice Sprig of mint

Directions

Infuse 3 oz of vodka with 3 Tbsp Berry White Tea* for an hour. Strain and cool completely. Combine all ingredients in a shaker, pour into drinking glasses and garnish with lime or mint sprig. *Items can be purchased at The Spice and Tea Exchange. See ad, page 20.

Yields 12 cupcakes or 48 mini-cupcakes

Ingredients

2 cups flour ½ Tbsp baking powder ¼ tsp kosher salt* 6 oz softened butter 2 eggs 1 egg yolk ½ cup milk 2 Tbsp matcha green tea powder*

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, sift together the flour, salt and baking powder. In a cup, mix together the milk and matcha green tea powder. In a separate mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until creamy and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the whole eggs and egg yolk, one at a time, beating well after each one. Next, add the flour mixture to the batter, followed by the milk/tea mixture, beating well after each. Spoon batter into cupcake papers placed in muffin tin, filling ¾ full. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

Matcha Green Tea Butter Frosting Ingredients

1 cup softened butter ¼ cup cream

4 Tbsp matcha green tea powder* 4 to 5 cups powdered sugar

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Cancer is a Systemic Disease by James Occhiogrosso

Where there is no struggle, there is no strength. ~Oprah Winfrey

otential causes and cures for cancer continuously make news in both specialized health publications and the mass media. Medical researchers have been looking for a “magic bullet” that will conclusively cause cancer cells to “self destruct”—a process called apoptosis. But since some of the best minds of the world have been working on this problem for many years, perhaps we should face the possibility that no such substance exists. While medical science, pharmacology, nutritional research and herbology have made significant progress in recent years, we are no closer to a cancer cure now than we were 20 years ago. Nutrition and herbology in particular are not sciences that are precisely defined. We cannot say that taking 500 mg a day of a substance will prevent or cure cancer. However, there is much research that suggests that some vitamins, minerals and herbs can help lower overall risks. According to the National Cancer Institute, roughly one-third of cancer deaths may be due to dietary nutrient deficiencies. Prudent vitamin, mineral and herbal supplementation, along with some lifestyle changes, may help reduce the risk of cancer or help those already diagnosed better manage their disease and treatment. For many years, a common belief was that cancer starts in one place in the body and if left untreated, may progress to other places. Dr. William Stewart Halsted, inventor of the radical mastectomy for breast cancer, formulated this theory in the late 19th century, and many people still accept this as the unvarnished truth. His key words, “if left untreated,” imply that treatment, (typically surgery), unequivocally cures the cancer. This scenario still applies today

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where post-surgical chemotherapy and radiation treatments are used in the hope of destroying any remaining microscopic cancer cells. Statistics show this paradigm to be untrue. In many cases, the cancer may remain in a microscopic, undetectable state after treatment, seeded in a new area to reestablish itself after a few years. In the latter part of the last century, many medical professionals realized this solitary tumor growth theory was wrong and that cancer is a systemic disease. For example, myriad studies have linked vitamin D deficiencies to the formation of multiple types of cancer. The first thought when someone receives a cancer diagnosis is how to get rid of it. They want their doctor to cure them with surgery, chemotherapy, radiation or some combination of the three. They want fast action to kill the cancer. This simplistic approach can result in treatments that reduce or retard the cancer, but rarely cure it. While surgery, radiation and chemotherapy treatments destroy some cancer cells, they also have a deleterious effect on the immune system and overall health and they do not alter conditions within the body that allowed that cancer to occur. Until the prevailing paradigm accepts that only the body’s immune system can cure cancer, it seems we are doomed to repeat past mistakes. Some recent advances in prostate cancer treatment use this knowledge. Anyone receiving a cancer diagnosis should be aware that while medical treatment can help, it rarely guarantees a complete cure. This limited thinking may result in rejection of otherwise useful alternative therapies. Unfortunately, most people treated for cancer are not advised about alternative or natural techniques that may help increase their immune function and

reduce the chance of cancer recurrence. The use of many vitamin supplements, immune-enhancing herbs like astragalus, cat’s claw and pau d arco, immune-building foods like mushrooms and garlic, critical vitamin supplementation (especially vitamins C and D), exercise and dietary changes can all enhance the chances of remaining cancer-free. Our bodies produce cancer cells constantly. When the immune system is working properly, rogue cancer cells are destroyed before they have a chance to grow into a tumor. A cancer diagnosis represents a significant failure of the immune system. Both cancer treatment and prevention revolves around reestablishing a healthy immune system. If no effort is made to improve poor nutritional status and low immune function, the treatment will likely fail. This may occur immediately or may take years. Cancer that returns or recurs several years after treatment was in all likelihood either not cured the first time or may be the result of a continuing nutritional deficiency and poor immune function. Minute cancerous cells may have migrated (metastasized) to other areas and remain undetected for years. Without a strong immune system, such cells have a better opportunity to grow and present a later problem. Unfortunately, most medical treatments for cancer have a disastrous effect on the immune system. People treated for cancer often have a history of poor immune function and treatment will likely exacerbate that. Nutritional and lifestyle changes, as well as supplementation with the appropriate nutrients and herbals, may help rebuild the immune system. Simply continuing on the same path is foolhardy and almost guarantees a recurrence. With lifestyle changes and the right nutritional and herbal supplements, conditions in the body that cause cancer can be altered, thus reducing the risk of a cancer diagnosis or recurrence of a previous cancer. James Occhiogrosso is a natural health practitioner, master herbalist and author of several books. He conducts telephone consultations, and provides a free Natural Health email newsletter. Connect at 239652-0421, DrJim@HealthNaturallyToday. com or HealthNaturallyToday.com.

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Pacific islands, South America, Africa and much of southern Europe, have a rich tradition of co-sleeping. In At Home: A Short History of Private Life, Bill Bryson relates that until very recently, most domiciles centered around a central room, or hall, where everyone slept together. Even today, adults and children almost always sleep together in the same beds in non-industrialized, traditional societies worldwide. The modern practice of placing babies in separate rooms at night, often to cry themselves to sleep, appears to be a historical aberration. Co-sleeping, conversely, is the age-old norm because it offers so many benefits to both parents and children.

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Co-sleeping makes breastfeeding easier. Studies published by the Acta Paediatrica, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics confirm a consistent link between co-sleeping and breastfeeding in countries as disparate as Brazil, Britain, Malaysia and Sweden. Breast milk provides immunological benefits, transfers symbiotic gut bacteria and promotes bonding between mother and child. It’s especially nutritious if the mother’s diet is healthy, and breast milk is the only food experts agree the human body is unquestionably designed to consume. Co-sleeping improves sleep. A mother that can breast-

very young mammal on Earth sleeps in close contact with its mother and other family members. They’ve been co-sleeping for security, warmth, comfort and protection for millions of years of evolution. Although it is generally frowned upon in the United States, many human cultures, including most in East Asia, the

feed without leaving the bed will get more sleep. Also, more research from the American Academy of Pediatrics shows a lower incidence of sudden infant death syndrome when breastfeeding is practiced. In the clinical experience of James McKenna, Ph.D., a University of Notre Dame professor and leading anthropologist in the field, “Breastfeeding mothers typically keep their

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DO:

dangerous chemicals that increases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

4 Provide a big enough bed to afford ample space for all co-sleepers.

4 Don’t co-sleep if the parent is sleep-deprived, a heavy sleeper, has sleep apnea or is obese.

4 Keep the mattress low or place it on the floor. 4 Eliminate all crevices that a baby might be able to fall into; push the mattress snug against one or more walls.

4 Don’t allow pets or other children to sleep next to babies.

4 Place the baby on its back to sleep.

4 Don’t co-sleep on a sofa, loveseat or reclining chair. The cushions create crevices for infant heads to slip into and the elevation creates a fall risk.

DON’T:

4 Don’t use overly soft mattresses that babies can sink into. Think firm.

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babies away from pillows, positioning their infants on their backs, while placing them below the parents’ shoulders and raising their arms above them.” Plus, the adults “lay on their sides in ways that can prevent accidental overlays.”

Co-sleeping builds parent-child bonds. Research

published by the Sleep Research Society shows that mothers that co-sleep with their babies are more attuned to their sleep/wake habits and can respond quicker to their needs. According to the journal Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, skin-to-skin touch increases the secretion of oxytocin, a bond-building hormone.

Co-sleeping fosters maturation. Studies in the Infant

and Child Development journal show that kids that share a bed or sleep in the same room with their parents grow up to be more self-reliant and socially independent, better behaved, less anxious about intimacy as adults and more likely to be happy. Parents that are nervous about sharing beds can try room sharing, where the baby sleeps in an adjoining crib or cot; family members will experience many of the same benefits. Mark Sisson is a former marathon runner and triathlete. He is the author of the bestselling health and fitness book, The Primal Blueprint, and publisher of the health blog, MarksDailyApple.com.

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irst-aid is the first thing you can do to help an injured animal if you are prepared,” says Dr. Jason Nicholas, owner of The Preventive Vet, in Portland, Oregon. Attention in cases of injury or sudden illness can help a dog or cat stay more comfortable, stop bleeding and provide temporary relief. A pet first-aid kit can resemble a pantry more than a medicine cabinet. Natural components include: Cool water. Purified water kept in a spray bottle can cool overheated pets. For the fastest results, spray near the pulse points, the “armpits” and where fur is the thinnest. Further, a vet will assess if clinical hydration is needed beyond the water bowl. Saline solution. Versatile saline is available at the vet’s office or any pharmacy, and also easy and inexpensive to make at home. Use it to flush debris from eyes, clean wounds and promote healing from incisions. Two teaspoons of non-iodized salt in four cups of boiled water mimics body fluids. The Ohio State University Medical Center website provides a recipe for normal saline solution at Tinyurl.com/SalineRecipe. Vinegar. It acts as a drying agent, especially for floppyeared dogs taking a dip in a pool or natural waterway, which can leave the inner ear moist. “Don’t use vinegar if the skin is red or broken because it will be painful,” says Dr. Jules Benson, vice president of veterinary services

at Petplan Pet Insurance, in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. Never use it more than twice a week. Honey. Apply this sweet unguent to gums to help counteract low blood sugar and shock, particularly when a diabetic pet’s insulin levels are off. Maple syrup is a good substitute. Sugar. Although not recommended in a regular pet diet, sugar can be a topical antibacterial for the short term. Sugar draws water from the wound and dehydrates bacteria, supporting growth of new tissue. Plain yogurt. Adding this healthy refrigerated topping to dry food will activate a sluggish appetite and supply needed cultures to help balance the digestive system. Cornstarch. This non-toxic remedy helps stop minor bleeding from cuts, scrapes and pedicure accidents. Calendula. Also known as pot marigold, calendula cream may be used as an anti-inflammatory. Bug bites, scrapes, sunburn and itching from allergies also benefit from its application. Aloe. Easily grown in a garden or pot and available in gel form, aloe sooths burns, prevents blisters and speeds healing. It also serves as canine Chapstick. “Older dogs often have cracked skin on their noses,” notes Benson. “Aloe helps to heal the skin and keeps the dog comfortable.” Rescue Remedy. Illness or injury brings stress, and one common solution is Rescue Remedy. To relieve fear or anxiety, rub it onto a paw, nose or ears or add the recommended number of drops to water, a treat or

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food. It helps dogs, cats, horses, birds, fish and even iguanas. Dosage relies on the extent of stress rather than weight or species. Clean cloths. For bee stings or insect bites on the body, cool compresses can reduce swelling and itching. Wet a washcloth with cold water or for larger welts, wrap an ice pack in a towel and apply for a few minutes at a time. For stings on the face or mouth, it’s best to go to the vet’s office immediately, so that airways don’t swell up and hinder breathing. Miscellaneous supplies. Keep on hand gauze, tape, small scissors, tweezers (for removing objects from the roof of the mouth or splinters), a small flashlight, clean socks to cover a bandage and disposable gloves to keep human germs out of open wounds. A dog in pain may bite without realizing it. Nicholas recommends a basket muzzle, so the dog can easily breathe and pant. When a pet eats or drinks non-food items or foods they shouldn’t, such as chocolate, grapes or onions, head to the local vet. Veterinarian Jeff Levy, in New York City, who is also a certified veterinary acupuncturist, counsels, “Always keep contact information for your vet, an emergency hospital and animal poison control center handy.” Also, find out where emergency services are located when traveling. Pets can go into shock just like humans. To prevent or reduce the impact, keep the animal warm and provide a deep massage of the ears, at the base, where ears meet the head. A couple of drops of lavender oil on a collar or bandana will help everyone relax. Do not put essential oils directly on the pet, especially cats, as it can be toxic. Just like children, pets may have accidents or get sick after office hours. Stay calm, head for the natural pet pantry and then call the family’s holistic veterinarian. Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLSandyM@ yahoo.com.

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Citizens Creating a Sustainable Cincinnati by Laura Collins

iving in harmony with our planet can take on many forms. Now, options for environmentally conscious citizens are expanding in the Cincinnati region. With community supported agriculture programs, large urban parks, reclaimed wetlands, renewable energy resources and educational programs for boosting energy efficiency, we have much to think about and act upon. Much of the growth in the green movement has been organic, but there is a vision for taking the tri-state region to the next level to become a significant force of sustainability. Green Umbrella, a local nonprofit run under a collective impact business model, is dedicated to raising awareness of and improving environmental quality and economic vitality in and around Cincinnati. Its action teams bring together some of the region’s top minds and talents to make measureable progress in nine key areas: waste reduction, transportation, energy conservation, renewable energy, water, local food, land, outdoor adventure and trails. Their Local Food Team focuses on all levels of the food system—from production to consumption—to increase sustainable best practices. Co-chaired by local organic gardening champions Vickie Ciotti, of the Civic Garden Center, and Brian Frank, of Cincinnati State, the team has more than 50 active members. They promote the 10 percent shift campaign, which asks residents to pledge at least 10 percent of their food purchases are from growers located within 100 miles of Cincinnati. The team was recently awarded a grant from Impact for Health (formerly the Health Foundation) to develop a comprehensive analysis of regional food and a business plan for increasing consumption of healthy, local food. Green Umbrella’s Waste Reduction Team, co-chaired by Holly Christmann, of the Hamilton County Department of

Environmental Services, and Lisa O’Brien, of US Bank, focuses on the long-term transition to a zero-waste metro area, with the goal of reducing waste 33 percent by 2020. They create guidelines for and coordinate recycling efforts at signature city events such as last year’s Bengals Football Tailgating and the 2013 Taste of Cincinnati, the city’s largest festival. The team also works closely with Players for the Planet to collect unwanted electronic items, recycling more than 140,000 pounds of e-waste from the Cincinnati area in 2013. They recently completed an instructional

video about a “pay as you throw” waste collection program to incentivize recycling that will help educate and engage local leaders about the waste reduction issues. The Meet Me Outdoors Team aims to increase the number of residents recreating outdoors by 15 percent by 2020. To this end, they publish an annual Guide to the Outdoors, a comprehensive reference for regional outdoor recreation and nature education opportunities. They also plan the annual Great Outdoor Weekend, a regional outdoor events sampler that attracts about 10,000 people and connects them to new parks and recreation venues. This team also plans the annual Kid’s Outdoor Adventure Expo, part of Paddlefest, where more than 5,000 schoolchildren can experience paddling, fishing, sports, camping and more. As sustainability philosopher Andrew Gaines notes. “A passive and ignorant citizenry will never create a sustainable world.” The dedicated leaders and volunteers of Green Umbrella have embraced Gaines’ quote as their collective challenge; the citizens of the entire region and Mother Earth will surely benefit. Laura Collins is an event coordinator and volunteer manager for Green Umbrella. For more information, visit GreenUmbrella.org. or email Info@GreenUmbrella.org.

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Six at Six Lecture Series 2.0: Beauty, Body Image and Breaking Barriers – 6pm. There’s Barbie’s figure and then there is true beauty that is not about body shape but about attitude, self-esteem and nutrition. Kairee Franzen shares her research with you in this lecture series. Main Library, 800 Vine St, Cincinnati. For more info: 513-369-6900 or SixAtSix.NKU.edu.

Yoga and Seasonal Wellness: Handling Winter Blues – 12-3:30pm. Bring your mind into the Light. Do you suffer from seasonal sadness, weight gain or exhaustion? Workshop explores practices that help with maintaining your overall wellness throughout the year. Light yoga practice and group discussion included. $25. Gracetree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cinci-Dayton Rd, West Chester. Register: GracetreeStudio.com.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 2 Hands-On: Holiday Chocolate Confections Cooking Class – 6-8pm. Prepare an array of holiday confections that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Indulgent chocolate goodies are the stars of this candy class. Make and decorate holiday treats and sample. Add some festive new treats to your holiday homemade gifts. Menu: Decadent Fudge Sauce, Chocolate Peppermint Bark, Truffles, Holiday Brownie Bon Bons. A light snack will be served. $65/person. Jungle Jim’s, 5440 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield. To register: JungleJims.com/CookingSchool.

The Great Cookie Caper Cooking Class – 11am1:30pm. Santa and the elves will prepare all new cookie recipes destined to become your holiday favorites. If your cookie repertoire is short and sweet, or if you have been searching for exciting recipes, search no longer. Nibble cookies and enjoy light snack. $50. Jungle Jim’s, 5440 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield. Register: JungleJims.com/CookingSchool. Artessori – 5:30-8pm. This holiday arts fair showcases talent from the local community. Purchase from an exciting array of jewelry, fiber arts, glass from Brazee Street Studios, Riddle Cards, handmade soaps, tutus, fine art photography, funky paintings, books, student art and many other wonderful surprises. Even tarot card readings will be available. Enrichment Center at The New School Montessori Campus, 3 Burton Woods Ln, North Avondale. 513-281-7999.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4 Aveda Holiday Event – 10am-8pm. Please join us for refreshments and Aveda holiday shopping specials that benefit communities in Nepal. 10% off all products, plus our annual gift certificate sale: $50 for $40 and $100 for $80. Allure Salon, 5250 Courseview Dr, Mason. For more info: 513-459-0606.

Wine and Cheese Tasting – 6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy samplings of wine and cheese. Z Place, 7823 Cooper Rd, Montgomery. For more info: 513-793-9463.

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Artessori – 11am-5pm. This holiday arts fair showcases talent from the local community. Purchase from an exciting array of jewelry, fiber arts, glass from Brazee Street Studios, Riddle Cards, handmade soaps, tutus, fine art photography, funky paintings, books, student art and many other wonderful surprises. Even tarot card readings will be available. Enrichment Center at The New School Montessori Campus, 3 Burton Woods Ln, North Avondale. 513-281-7999.

will whet your appetite for a flavorful and inspired menu. Entertain with ease using make-ahead preparations. Menu: Pomegranate-Champagne Cocktail, New York Style Crumb Cake, Cornmeal and Blueberry Pancakes with Spiced Maple Butter, Cheddar Scones with Ham and Honey Mustard Butter, Spinach, Sweet Potato and Chicken Sausage Frittata, Cranberry and Almond Bundt Cake. $50. Jungle Jim’s, 5440 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield. Register: JungleJims.com/CookingSchool.

EFT/Tapping Class – 11:30am-12:45pm. EFT/ Tapping is like needle-free “emotional” acupuncture unlocking the blocks on your life and successes. This workshop will help you find your healing. $12. Kula Center, 110 E 8th St, Newport, KY. KulaCenterKY.com.

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Tai Chi Class – 12:30pm. Level one class. Don’t let the “level one” fool you, this is a “master class” of body mechanics, movement and healing that is designed for out of shape beginners, yet still challenges the fitness enthusiast. Change your body, expand your perception, eliminate and control your stress in 8 weeks. White Willow School of Tai Chi/ Qigong, 7433 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati. Register: 513-791-9428 or WhiteWillowTaiChi.com.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 9 Manifest Your Happiest Life – 6:30-8pm. Learn tools to create the life you desire, just “ask” and “allow.” $10. Whatever Works Wellness Center, 7433 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati. Register: 513791-9428.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12 A Holiday Brunch to Remember – 6-8:30pm. Savor superb dishes that offer your guests a soulwarming start to a special day. Crisp, cold weather

Fair Trade Christmas at Ursuline Academy – 10am-6pm. Ursuline Academy, 5535 Pfeiffer Rd, Cincinnati. 513-791-5791. Redtree Gallery Art Show Opening Night – 6-9pm. Come join the opening night art show featuring local emerging and established artists. The theme of the night is “Traditions.” The show will run through January 5. Redtree Art Gallery and Coffee Shop, 3210 Madison Rd, Oakley. 513-321-8733.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14 Fair Trade Christmas at Ursuline Academy – 10am-2pm. Ursaline Academy, 5535 Pfieffer Rd, Cincinnati. 513-791-5791. Prenatal Workshop for Yoga Teachers – 11am5pm. The workshop is for yoga instructors that want to learn more about teaching pregnant women. $100. Yoga Ah Studio, 4138 Hamilton Ave, Northside. To register: 513-542-9642 or YogaAhStudio.com. Candlelight Restorative Yoga with Essential Oil Workshop – 6-7:30pm. Sarina Newstead invites you to join her in a candlelight restorative-style practice, infused with relaxing essential oils to sooth your body, mind and soul. We will relax over bolsters, letting our bodies open gently, releasing layers

of tension, all in a warm, soothing environment. $25. Simply Power Yoga North, 732 Middleton Way, Loveland. 513-583-1700.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15 Shopping Benefit Day for Imago Nature Center – 10am-5pm. 15% of all sales will go to Imago Nature Center. Ten Thousand Villages, 2011 Madison Rd, O’Bryonville. 513-871-5840.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 16 Holiday Cuisine – 11am-2pm & 4-7pm. Holiday Cuisine will be offered to Ten Thousand Villages Customers only next door at Art of Entertaining. $10/person plus cash bar featuring Holiday Wines. 2019 Madison Rd. 513-871-5170.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17 Simple Soups 4 – 11am-1:30pm. Soup is an everyday simple supper in a bowl that satisfies body and soul. Leigh introduces three new soups that are hearty, nourishing and just the right dish on a cold day. Menu: Cream of Broccoli Soup with 3 Cheeses; Rustic Bean and Farro Soup with Pancetta; Sundried Tomato, Pinenut and Parmesan Scones; Steak and Red Wine Soup; Roquefort Popovers and Cherry Pie

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18 Ski & Snowboard Waxing Basics – 6:308pm. Taking care of your skis/board will help you have a great time on the slopes. Our technician will examine how and why waxes work and base preparation: structure, repair and stone grinding. REI Cincinnati, 2643 Edmonson Rd. Register: 513-924-1938. Wellness Prevention and Lecture Series – 7pm. Why are we so sick and the 3 solutions to getting and staying well. Drawing for 1-hour complimentary massage for all attendees. RSVP or drop-in. Healing Touch Wellness and Chiropractic, 443 W Loveland Ave, Loveland. 513-683-2225.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19 Wassail Walk and Wine Walk – 5-8pm. Wine walk in O’Bryonville. Ten Thousand Villages, 2011 Madison Rd, O’Bryonville. 513-871-5840. Holiday Orchestra and Strings Concert – 7-8pm. Enjoy an evening filled with holiday music. The New School Montessori, 3 Burton Woods Ln, North Avondale. For more info: 513-281-7999 or NewSchoolMontessori.com.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21 Winter Solstice Celebration – 12:30-3pm. Solstice Meditation takes place from 12:30-1pm followed by an Open House and Open Studio. Drop-in for your own practice and/or meditation, walk the Labyrinth or just relax in the peaceful energy of Gracetree. Hot chocolate, cookies and other treats will be available. Gracetree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 CinciDayton Rd, West Chester. GracetreeStudio.com. Rhythmic Vinyasa Workshop – 1-3pm. Led by Heather Poast. This workshop will encourage finding your own rhythmic pulse within the guided sequencing. Learn to practice within your own heartbeat as well as the collective heartbeat of the room. $25. Simply Power Yoga North, 732 Middleton Way, Loveland. 513-583-1700. Peace is Possible – 4-5pm. Video presentation addressing the fundamental human need for peace and fulfillment. Oakley Branch Public Library, 4033 Gilmore Ave, Oakley. 513-981-0111.

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KY. 859-647-7780. Preschool Playdate – 10-11am. Creative play, movement and crafts. $7. Full Body Yoga, Studio B, 7500 Oakbrook Rd, Florence, KY. 859-534-0997. Yoga for 50+ – 10:45-11:45am. $14. It’s Yoga, 346 Ludlow Ave, Clifton. 513-961-9642. YogaGarage.com.

sunday Ashtanga Yoga – 10:30-11:30am. All-levels Ashtanga. $13. Yoga Ah!, 4038 Hamilton Ave, Northside. YogaAhStudio.com.

monday Mindful Moves – 10-11am. Intentional movement and meditation for mind/body balance. $10. Full Body Yoga, Studio B, 7500 Oakbrook Rd, Florence, KY. 859-534-0997. Hot Chocolate Mondays – Thru Dec. 10am-7pm. Buy a mug at 15% off and we will fill it up with hot chocolate while you shop. Ten Thousand Villages, 2011 Madison Rd, O’Bryonville. 513-871-5840. Baker Weekly Health Talks – 6:30pm. Baker Chiropractic Madiera Clinic, 7907 Euclid Ave. For info & to RSVP: 513-272-9200. Baker Weekly Health Talks – 7pm. Baker Chiropractic Fairfield Clinic, 675 Deis Dr. For info & to RSVP: 513-858-6700. Power(ful) Yoga: Heated – 7-8:15 pm. Led by Danielle Cox. $12. Gracetree Yoga & Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati-Dayton Rd, West Chester. To register: GracetreeStudio.com.

tuesday Yoga – 9:30-10:45am. $10/drop-in. Serenity Now Holistic Healing Center, 8761 U.S. Hwy 42, Union,

Seasonal Sizzle Lunch Special – 11am-1pm. Featured is a one-time food venue at a fantastic price of $5. From Baked Potato Bar to grilled cheese, stir-fry to Pasta Bar, a unique lunchtime treat awaits you. Whole Foods Market, 2693 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513-531-8015. Mixed-Level Yoga: Express – 12-12:50pm. With Courtney King. $12. Gracetree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cin-Day Rd, West Chester. To register: GracetreeStudio.com. Loveland Farmers’ Market – Thru Dec. 4-6pm. Caranvansory Building at Grailville, 932 O’Bannonville Rd. LovelandFM.com. Tai Chi – 5:30pm. Every Tuesday adults are invited to join us for Tai chi. No registration required. Madisonville Branch Library, 4830 Whetsel Ave. 513-369-6029. Mommy and Baby Yoga Series Begins – 5:306:30pm. Led by Elizabeth Hulsman, RYT. $40/4-class series, $12/drop-in. Gracetree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cinci-Dayton Rd, West Chester. To register: GracetreeStudio.com. Tuesday on Tap – 6-8pm. Six Draughts and Six Bites. $6. Whole Foods Market Mason, 5805 Deerfield Blvd. 513-398-9358. Baker Weekly Health Talks – 7pm. Baker Chiropractic West Chester Clinic, 7556 VOA Centre Dr. To RSVP: 513-759-4666. ShantiMom Prenatal Yoga – 7-8:15pm. Led by Elizabeth Hulsman, RYT. $12. Gracetree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cinci-Dayton Rd, West Chester. To register: GracetreeStudio.com.

wednesday Half-Pints Kids Club – 10-10:30am. Whole Foods Market Mason, 5805 Deerfield Blvd. Registration required: 513-398-9358.

Open House at The New School Montessori SUNDAY, JANUARY 26 2-4pm. Children are encouraged to explore the Montessori materials in the classroom and to tour the building with you. Just minutes from Clifton, The New School Montessori offers extended full- and halfday programs for children ages 3 through grade 6. The New School Montessori 3 Burton Woods Ln, North Avondale.

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Power(ful) Yoga – 10-11:30am. Led by Danielle Cox, RYT. $12. Gracetree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cinci-Dayton Rd, West Chester. To register: GracetreeStudio.com. Teen/Tween TRX Classes – 5:45pm. TRX class for ages 11-16. It’s Working Out, 3546 Columbia Pkwy, Cincinnati. Registration required: 513-207-6933 or ItsWorkingOut.com. Beginners Ashtanga – 6:15-7:15pm. Learn the foundations of ashtanga. $13. Yoga Ah!, 4038 Hamilton Ave, Northside. YogaAhStudio.com. Live Well Yoga Night – 6:30-7:30pm. $10. Live Well Chiropractic Center, 6860 Tylersville Rd, Ste 7, Mason. RSVP: 513-285-7482. Laughter Yoga – 7pm. 2nd Wed. Learn to laugh for no reason. Laughter is nature’s most powerful stress buster and can have a profound effect on our health and well being. Sharonville Library, 10980 Thornview Dr, Sharonville. 513-899-3115. JoyfulHealingLaughter.com. Meditation Class – 7-8pm. 3rd Wed. Colleen’s Consultations, 587 Observatory Dr, Springdale. 513-503-6593.

thursday Hatha Yoga – 9:15-10:45am. $14. It’s Yoga, 346 Ludlow Ave, Clifton. 513-961-9642. For more info: YogaGarage.com. Yoga – 9:30-10:45am. $10/drop-in. Serenity Now Holistic Healing Center, 8761 U.S. Hwy 42, Union, KY. 859-647-7780. Whole Fitness Thursdays – 10am. Join us in the café for a free yoga class. Please bring your own mat. Whole Foods Mason, 5805 Deerfield Blvd. 513-398-9358. Madeira Winter Farmers’ Market – 4-6pm. NovApr. Madeira Silverwood Presbyterian Church, 8000 Miami Ave. MadeiraFarmersMarket.com. Yoga – 6:15-7:30pm. $10/drop-in. Serenity Now Holistic Healing Center, 8761 U.S. Hwy 42, Union, KY. 859-647-7780. Meditation Class – 7-8:30pm. 2nd Thurs. With Gary Matthews. $20. The Stillpoint Center, 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Blue Ash. 513-489-5302.

friday Lettuce Eat Well Farmers’ Market – Year-round market featuring many food and craft items. All fresh fruits and vegetables are locally and sustainably grown without synthetic chemicals. EBT food stamps accepted. Cheviot United Methodist Church, 3820 Westwood Northern Blvd, Cheviot. For hours & dates: LEWFM.org. Yoga for 50+ – 10:45-11:45 am. $14. 346 Ludlow Ave, Clifton. 513-961-9642. YogaGarage.com. Wine Tasting – 4-7pm. Country Fresh Market and Wine Depot, 8315 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. 513-474-9167. Flying Yoga – 4:30-6pm. Use aerial skills to enhance your yoga or Pilates practice. $14. It’s Yoga, 346 Ludlow Ave, Clifton. 513-961-9642.

YogaGarage.com. Five after Five – 5pm. Admission limited to 250. Enjoy 5 delicious dishes plus dessert, paired with 5 fabulous wines. Schedule: 12/6, Holiday Top 10 Wines (Part 1); 12/13, Holiday Top 10 Wines (Part 2); 12/20, Wines of Luxury; 12/27, Sparkling New Year. $5 tickets from 5-6:30pm or until they sell out. Cost includes wine, food tasting and a Whole Foods wine glass. Bring your glass back to the next tasting for $1 off punch card. Whole Foods Rookwood, 2693 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513-531-8015.

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Pranayams for Wellness – 8-9am. Led by Suman Jha. $12. Gracetree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cinci-Dayton Rd, West Chester. Register: Gracetree Studio.com. Half-Pints Kids Club – 10-10:30am. We invite kids to join us on a fun adventure as we explore great food and good nutrition. Kids can cook too series schedule: 12/7, Cream Cheese Mints; 12/14, Peppermint Hot Chocolate Mix; 12/21, Reindeer Cupcakes; 12/28, Gingerbread People. Whole Foods Rookwood, 2693 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. Register: 513-531-8015 or CinRegistration@ WholeFoods.com. Vitamin B-12 Shots – 10:30-11:30am. Susan’s Natural World, 8315 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. For more info: 513-474-4990. Gentle Yoga – 10:30-11:45am. Led by Victoria Fleener, RYT. $12. Gracetree Yoga & Growth Studio. 8933 Cincinnati-Dayton Rd, West Chester. Register: GracetreeStudio.com. Shamanic Yoga – 12:15-1:45pm. $14. It’s Yoga, 346 Ludlow Ave, Clifton. 513-961-9642. Yoga Garage.com. Wine Tasting – 2-5pm. Country Fresh Market and Wine Depot, 8315 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. 513-474-9167.

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Santa’s Rockin’ Wonderland – 6-10pm. This interactive display features over 50,000 synchronized lights, photo stations and even a visit from Santa Claus. Hot chocolate and parking provided. Proceeds will go to JDRF and the American Cancer Society. $3/person, free/children under 3. Marr Park, 6662 Goshen Rd, Goshen. CrawfordLights.com. Lightworks Café Conscious Singles Coffeehouse – 7-11pm. Wonderful edibles, delicious coffee and tea. Explore your personal evolution and connection with like-minded singles. Hosted by Lightworks Hypnosis and Life Coaching. The Farm at Lightworks Hill, 2621 St Rte 63, Lebanon. For more info, Caron: 513-581-6200.

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Stillpoint Center for Healing Arts And Florence, KY 513-505-5737 DancingHeartMassage.com

GNILAEH TNACIFINGIS

HELP WANTED PART-TIME/FULL-TIME SALESPERSON NEEDED – In the Northern Kentucky market. Must be health conscious, hard working and a go getter. Must have excellent communication, computer and social media skills. Commission only. Flexible schedule. Submit resume to Carol@NaturalCinci.com.

ONCOLOGY MASSAGE ROBERT REPASKY, MS, LMT

Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Edition

NaturalCinci.com

SHAMANISM GARY MATTHEWS

Stillpoint Center for Healing Arts 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Blue Ash, OH 45242 513-772-1917 ShamanicCounselor.com StillpointTherapy.com Counseling, shamanic journey, soul retrieval, empowerment, bodywork. See ad, page 7.

SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCE CENTER Brain Balance Achievement Center of Cincinnati 12084 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45249 513-257-0705 BrainBalanceCincinnati.com

Groundbreaking program combining sensory motor, cognitive, and nutrition coaching into one solution for children with ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism and other learning/processing disorders. See ad, page 29.

WELLNESS CENTER WHATEVER WORKS WELLNESS CENTER AND BOOKSTORE 7433 Montgomery Rd Cincinnati, OH 45236 513-791-9428 WhateverWorksWellness.com

Established in 1990 to provide responsible education and guidance in the use of adjunctive therapies. We offer classes, services and products to enhance your wellness and joy on a physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual level. Have a cup of tea and browse through unusual gifts and exchange interesting ideas. See ad, page 26.

Significant Healing Well Care Practice Victoria Smith, Certified Holistic Practitioner and Iridologist * Fatigue, tired, sluggish

* Pain, stiffness, soreness

* Weight loss

* Anxiety, depression

* Headaches

* Menopause

* Digestive problems

* Unexplained symptoms

featuring...

* Holistic Well Care

* Medical Massage

* Nutritional Education & Supplements

* Fitness and Personal Training

Well Care That Works for You and Your Family 157 Lloyd Avenue (Off Turfway Road), Florence, KY 41042

859-282-0022

Victoria@significanthealing.com

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