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One in Five Plant Species May Face Extinction A new report from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in the UK, has issued the first comprehensive assessment of plant life, the inaugural State of the World’s Plants, and found that one in five plants may be at risk of extinction due to invasive species, disease and changing landscapes. Researchers also have determined that just 30,000 plant species have a documented use out of hundreds of thousands of known species. These are only the vascular plants that have specialized tissue for sucking up water through their systems. Over the years, different people and agencies have identified the same plant at both different times and locations, so they may have accumulated multiple names. The Kew researchers determined that each plant in the International Plant Names Index had, on average, 2.7 different species names. By cutting out the duplicates from more than a million different names, the Kew report was able to pare down the known species to 391,000. In the Arctic, the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, a doomsday bank buried in the side of a mountain, contains more than 800,000 samples representing 5,100 different crops and their relatives. Cherries/Shutterstock.com
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Ari Jónsson, a 32-year-old student at the Iceland Academy of the Arts, has invented an all-natural water bottle that holds its shape when full and decomposes when empty. He debuted his creation at the DesignMarch 2016 festival in Reykjavík, Iceland. The only two materials needed to create the bottle are agar, a gelatinous substance that comes from red algae, and water. “I just followed the path in what I was researching, trying to find new ways to use materials,” says Jónsson, who combined the two ingredients, heated the mixture, poured it into a mold, and then quickly cooled it. The H2O binds and thickens the agar when cooled, retaining the shape of the water bottle mold, explains Jónsson. When the finished bottle is empty, “It will rot like other foods.” The bottles can sustainably decompose in soil, although Jónsson has yet to determine exactly how long that process will take. A plastic water bottle takes more than 1,000 years to biodegrade, and in the U.S., more than 2 million tons of the containers are languishing in landfills. Source: TakePart.com 14
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Monsanto, the U.S.-based, multinational producer of agricultural products infamous for its controversial Roundup herbicide, will be “sued” for crimes against humanity in the independent International Criminal Court, in The Hague, Netherlands, on World Food Day, October 16. Plaintiffs include the Organic Consumers Association, International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements, Navdanya, Regeneration International, and Millions Against Monsanto, along with dozens of global food, farming and environmental justice groups. The court, developed in 2011, will use the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights to assess damages for Monsanto’s acts against humans and the environment. The court will also attempt to reform international criminal law to include crimes against the environment, or ecocide, as a prosecutable criminal offense. It has determined that prosecuting ecocide as a criminal offense is the only way to guarantee the rights of humans to a healthy environment and the right of nature to be protected. Source: NaturalSociety.com
Incandescent Lights Reinvented as Eco-Friendly
Older incandescent light bulbs have been phased out in many countries because they waste huge amounts of energy as heat, but scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have reported in Nature Nanotechnology that they are finding a way to recycle the waste energy and focus it back onto the filament, where it’s re-emitted as visible light. Their innovative structure is made from thin, stacked layers of a type of light-controlling crystal that allows visible wavelengths to pass through while reflecting infrared back to the filament as if striking a mirror. Traditional bulbs are banned in the European Union and Canada, and their manufacture and importation are being phased out in the U.S. They’ve been replaced by more expensive compact fluorescent (CFL) and light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs, which are significantly more efficient. In theory, the crystal structures could boost the efficiency of incandescent bulbs to 40 percent, making them three times more efficient than the best available LED and CFL bulbs. Source: BBC
Organic Rally
October is Non-GMO Month The Non GMO Project is sponsoring National Non-GMO Month in October. Observed since 2010, the program seeks to increase education and awareness about the growing presence of unlabeled genetically modified (GM/GMO) food products and ingredients. People and organizations across North America are discovering the risks GMOs pose to our health, families and environment. Non-GMO Month provides a powerful opportunity to coordinate voices and actions around the country as brands, retailers and individuals stand up for the right to know what’s in our food and to choose to avoid GMOs. Protecting consumer choice and a non-GMO food supply requires a multifaceted approach with online and boots-onthe-ground teamwork. The Non GMO Project invites everyone to help create local events and spread the word in communities. Begin at NonGMOMonth.org.
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he September issue of Yoga Journal recently recognized Lila Lolling of Loveland with an article detailing her work sharing yoga in deaf and hard of hearing communities. Yoga Journal features less than twelve yoga teachers a year. While there are about 38 million deaf and hard of hearing residents in the U.S., less than fifty yoga instructors and few studios offer classes or teacher training in American Sign Language (ASL). Locally, World Peace Yoga in Clifton is the only one. Says Lolling, “My mother-in-law, Betsi Heithaus is an ASL interpreter. We frequently combine our missions of sharing yoga in ASL in the local community.” In 2008, Lila founded the DeafYoga Foundation, a 501 c3 non-profit organization. Since then, it has been influencing the lives of many. According to Lolling, “To date, the DeafYoga Foundation has graduated thirty-six deaf yoga teachers, hosted over forty yoga retreats in ASL, and trained nearly one hundred sign language interpreters on the nuances of interpreting yoga.” The foundation is breaking the mold of the traditional, global yoga scene in a big way by developing the first-ever, deaffriendly yoga and meditation application.
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They are also hosting the first national ASL yoga conference in 2018, featuring deaf yoga teachers from across the U.S. The DeafYoga Foundations’s office and projects are run entirely by volunteers. “Without every person who has been a part of the deaf yoga movement, none of this would be where it is today.” says Lolling. “Our mission is simply to create equal access to the richness of yoga. All of these amazing people make that happen.” Lolling is the founder of Saraswati yoga school, a classical school that preserves the ancient teachings of yoga. She also co-stewards Sangha yoga studio, a
cooperative studio based in Loveland with Becky Morrissey, and recently published her first book, Walking the Ancient Path of Yoga. Yoga philosophy books are often written in a dry, theoretical manner, or are modernized versions leaving out the traditional philosophy and deeper understandings., “My book breaks that mold. It is meant to bridge the gap by providing theory woven with practical applications for the modern yoga practitioner,” explains Lolling. This book contains several components that make it unique. There is a fictional story of a woman in Sanjaya that is a yoga practitioner. After losing her corporate job, she embarks on a journey to summit a great mountain. This is woven throughout traditional yoga teachings related to the eight limbs of Raja Yoga. Each chapter contains contemplation questions, journal suggestions and spiritual practices that aid in bringing the theory from cerebral understanding to cellular integration. Says Lolling, “This aids in guiding the reader to develop a stronger connection with oneself. As I continue to mature on my own journey through yoga, I can see one clear purpose—to share the beauty of yoga and inspire as many people as possible to live an authentic life. Yoga has helped me heal from epilepsy, rise above mental suffering, and it has turned my life into a traveling adventure of sharing my passion turned purpose. My hope is that we all hear our inner calling and live a vibrant life of joy, peace and purpose.” For more information about the DeafYoga Foundation, or to donate or support their important cause, call 917-543-4707 or visit DeafYoga.org.
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calls the “right thing to do” fed more than 41,000 people that day. Named one of Toyota’s 2016 Mothers of Invention, Ahmad uses the company’s $50,000 grant to boost Copia’s services throughout the U.S. Recently, German and Austrian government officials expressed interest in expanding the service to help feed Syrian refugees in their countries. Friends Margot McNeeley and Janet Boscarino, in Memphis, Tennessee, looked around for local problems they could fix and took action starting in 2008. Margot A former retail entreMcNeeley preneur, McNeeley
CHANGE MAKERS INSPIRED TO ACT by Linda Sechrist
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urs is not the task of fixing the entire world all at once, but of stretching out to mend the part of the world that is within our reach. Any small, calm thing that one soul can do to help another soul will help immensely. It is not given to us to know which acts, or by whom, will cause the critical mass to tip toward an enduring good,” says Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph.D., a world-renowned author and Jungian psychoanalyst specializing in post-trauma counsel. Thousands of people each day choose to see a world radiating with hope and light, despite ever-present conflict and strife. Their talents and gifts, alliances and collaborations are inspiring a new story that ripples outward into our communities and beyond. In The Ten Gifts: Find the Personal Peace You’ve Always Wanted Through the Ten Gifts You’ve Always Had, author Robin L. Silverman affirms that everyone can reach within, even in the worst of circumstances, for treasures that can be used to improve the lives of others. She concludes, “We are not meant to use our gifts simply to survive, 18
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Meeting Basic Needs Komal Ahmad was unaware that her single act of kindness in simply offering to share her lunch with a homeless veteran in 2011 while she was attending the UniKomal Ahmad versity of California, Berkeley, would lead to a multiplying mission to feed America’s hungry. His heartfelt expression of gratitude for his first meal in three days sparked an epiphany: Her school was regularly throwing away thousands of pounds of food while neighbors were going hungry. Today, Ahmad is the founder and CEO of Copia, an app that matches nonprofits serving in-need veterans, children, women and others with companies that have leftover gourmet food. Following the 2016 Super Bowl, she used Copia’s technology to organize food pickups throughout the San Francisco Bay area. What she
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didn’t want food to go to waste and created the Project Green Fork certification program after learning that 95 percent of restaurant waste can be diverted from landfills. Her nonprofit helps resJanet Boscarino taurants to conserve water and energy, develop recycling and composting systems and switch to biodegradable containers and environmentally friendly cleaning operations. Boscarino’s experience in business development and sales, combined with her disdain for litter, led her to found the nonprofit Clean Memphis, which began in 2008 with volunteer crews picking up litter. In recent years, the initiative’s community-wide strategy has expanded to involve local governments, businesses, neighborhoods, faith-based organizations and 20 local “sustainable schools”. In 2017, Project Green Fork will become a part of Clean Memphis. Throughout two decades of educational activism, John G. Heim’s passion for clean water as a human right John G. Heim has not waned.
The founder and leader of The SWFL Clean Water Movement, headquartered in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, persisted even when many business owners considered him a nuisance, driving off tourists. As infestations of blue-green algae blooms have reached emergency levels, Heim’s ongoing grassroots campaign to increase awareness of water quality issues that’s backed by social media recently brought him to Washington, D.C., to make his case before Congress. The nonprofit’s 18,000 members have succeeded in bringing national attention to the thick muck now plaguing both Florida coasts. They’re working to alter nutrient-laden discharges from Lake Okeechobee that send agricultural toxins and rain overflow down the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie rivers and out into vital estuaries. Scott Bunn’s Seneca Treehouse Project, launched in 2010, grew from his building background in a family of entrepreneurs to encompass design/build services and education Scott Bunn in eco-housing and ethical living. Bunn’s original Seneca, South Carolina, homestead and acreage includes apprentice learning programs teaching practical skills in cultivating permaculture, growing food, building structures, working with tools and living in an intentional community. “For the next six years, our goal is to annually train 50 people that will train 50 more people. Continuing this exponential growth pattern means the potential for 312 million more people living more compatibly and lightly upon the Earth. We’ve already established collaborations with six other cities around the U.S. that can potentially duplicate our efforts,” says Bunn.
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ach Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. to 10, Jennifer Wright, BA, MBA, ERYT, Director of Wellness at REAL Human Performance, LLC, leads a Mindful Yoga Therapy for Veterans class. All Cincinnati area veterans, active duty military and law enforcement officers are invited to join. Stresses encountered in military training, combat and civilian reintegration can often lead to chronic stress and unhealthy coping skills. War is not black and white. As veterans return from war, there is a lot of gray to process and new purpose to find. After leaving a 13-year Department Of Defense career in human performance, Wright began instructing this trauma-oriented yoga protocol. Using her self-care experience in mindfulness and yoga, she now instructs veterans of all ages how to utilize coping skills to complement the intense work of treatment and recovery. Wright also instructs at The Joseph House, VA Domiciliary, Veteran’s Treatment Court and in the VA Trauma Recovery Center. Veterans are putting their practice to use “off the mat.” They regularly share how they use mindful breath practices as well as cognitive-behavioral treatments to help them walk past a heroin house or how focused meditation helps them understand and manage spiraling thoughts and emotions. In a world of chronic stress, many veterans that have not been able to sleep well without the use of substances often implement these learned restorative practices to relax the brain and body and achieve better sleep patterns. With the training, it is remarkable to watch real time self-soothing when a veteran has a triggered memory. Location: Real Human Performance, 4300 Plainville Rd., Cincinnati. Call 513-271-0380, email info@RealHumanPerformance.com or visit RealHumanPerformance.com or Facebook.com/RealHumanPerformance.
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en Thousand Villages is a nonprofit, fair trade retail organization that invests in dignity, sustainability, education and hope for economically deprived people in developing countries. Its mission is to change the lives of artisans and their families by creating the opportunity for them to earn income. Artisans earn Use this logo for reductions only, do not print magenta. Do not reduce this logo 35%. Magenta indicates the clear area, nothing should print this space. by bringing their products and storiesmore tothan our markets through long-term fairin tradYou may reduce the logo to 30% without the tag and strap lines. ing relationships. Color of Wood Block Motif critical match to Pantone 1805. print Pantone Process Black. is an example of how Founded by Edna Ruth Byler, TenLetters Thousand Villages one woman can have a profound impact on people's lives. Started in 1946 with Byler selling items out of her car trunk from just one country, it has grown to about 70 retail outlets that sell items from more than 35 different countries. The Cincinnati stores in O’Bryonville and Harper’s Point offer a unique assortment of handmade home décor, art, jewelry, clothing, personal accessories and other global treasures representing diverse cultures worldwide. Purchases sustain the hope that one day all artisans will earn a fair wage, be treated with dignity and respect and be able to live a life of quality. Anyone that would like to be a Game Changer is welcome to host an event in the store or at a local church, club or business. For more information, call 513-871-5840 (O'Bryonville), or 513-802-5721 (Harper's Point)
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rothers Jacob and Lucas Thompson found a passion that is unlike many others. Jacob, the founder of Barefoot Design, LLC, is the visionary behind the mission that began nearly six years ago at a Permaculture course in upstate New York. He sees the forest as a living, breathing eco-system with the potential to give abundantly to all beings. Lucas and Jacob Thompson Through his local studies, he began to notice that the environmental catastrophe is not just in the Amazon or the Great Barrier Reef, but surrounds us. Invasive plants like Honey Suckle and others are choking our forests. The river is being polluted daily. Jacob and Lucas manage private land in Cincinnati to restore it to its native condition. Their projects include removing invasive plant species, incorporating wildlife habitat, planting native edibles and medicinal plants, forest gardening, and opening spaces for people to interact with the natural world. Currently, Barefoot Design is managing over twenty-five acres of private land within the Little Miami region. They specialize in long-term, whole property natural development and artfully blending permaculture and traditional landscaping in an ecologically harmonious way. During the winter months, they use their time to build custom tiny houses for people who wish to live a simpler, low impact life. This brother team has dedicated their life’s work to conscious care for our planet. For more information, call 513-628-2911 or visit BareFootDesign.org. 20
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We are a community of possibilities, not a community of problems. Community exists for the sake of belonging, and takes its identity from the gifts, generosity and accountability of its citizens. We currently have all the resources required to create an alternative future. ~Peter Block, Community: The Structure of Belonging years, she served as president of the National Nutritional Foods Association during crucial phases of the 1992 to 1994 fight to successfully pass the Dietary Martie Whittiken Supplement Health and Education Act to preserve consumer choices. The author of The Probiotic Cure also helped found the Texas Health Freedom Coalition to protect citizens’ rights to choose alternative medical treatment in her state. Whittiken says, “My work is a labor of love. I have no interest in becoming famous or well known unless it contributes to getting the job done.” On a 2006 medical mission to Haiti, Gigi Pomerantz, a licensed nurse practitioner at the Aurora Sinai Medical Center, in Milwaukee, discovered the impact Gigi Pomerantz of a lack of clean water and sanitation as her four-person team treated 1,400 patients for worms, stomach problems, diarrhea and poor appetite. Two years later, she founded Youthaiti, where she serves as executive director.
The nonprofit helps rural Haitians build composting toilets and develop organic gardens using recycled waste as fertilizer. It also provides community hygiene education and reforestation. Everything is aimed at breaking Haiti’s widespread cycle of contamination and disease, and safely convert human waste into agricultural fertilizer that’s increasing crop productivity and the availability of healthy food. Psychotherapist Jacqui Bishop and Integrative Nutritionist Lisa Feiner, co-founders of Sharp Again Naturally, in White Plains, New York, believe that Jacqui Bishop dementia is reversible, and no case should be considered hopeless until all causative factors have been tested and ruled out. Their resolve for eliminating causes of disease rather than managLisa Feiner ing symptoms is based on University of California, Los Angeles, research studies and sources quoted in a Health Advocates Worldwide documentary.
Project Yoga Richmond, established in 2010, makes yoga accessible to everyone in the city’s metro region. Thirty yoga teachers lead pay-whatyou-can studio classes that help fund 22 outreach programs for underserved communities. Healing programs are designed for needs related to autism, recovery, seniors, special students and youths in the court system. “We also provide continuing instructor education, visiting teachers, workshops and other special events that deepen yoga practice in our community,” says cofounder Dana Walters, who serves as the board of directors vice president.
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As an Emmy Award-winning trumpeter, composer, educator and co-founder, conductor and artistic director of the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic (CJP), Orbert Davis is dedicated to multigenre projects. His collaborative research in 2012 while in Cuba on a people-to-people exchange accompanied by fellow musicians and River North Dance Chicago’s Artistic Director Frank Chaves (now retired) proved to be a multifaceted boon. It generated the philharmonic’s Havana Blue live performance in 2013 and ignited a weeklong cultural exchange with Cuba’s Universidad
Ciudad de las Artes (ISA) during his return trip for the Havana International Jazz Festival in 2014. President Orbert Davis Barak Obama’s announcement of the normalization of Cuban/U.S. diplomatic relations opened up the possibility for a continuing CJP/ISA relationship, as well as their 2015 landmark partnered event when 37 ISA students traveled to Chicago to perform Scenes from Life: Cuba at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre. Davis promises more such events to come. All of these individuals represent a small percentage of the game-changers actively moving to create an alternative future. Estés observes, “What is needed for dramatic change is an accumulation of acts; adding, adding to, adding more, continuing. We know that it does not take everyone on Earth to bring justice and peace, but only a small, determined group that will not give up during the first, second or hundredth gale.” Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.
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Introducing The PRIMIER Study on Integrative Medicine by James Occhiogrosso
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ost readers of this magazine have probably used some form of complementary or alternative medicine (hopefully in conjunction with conventional mediDr. Sandi Amoils cal care) to treat an illness or maintain their health. These integrative medicine techniques refer to a wide variety of therapies, supplements and self-care approaches with significant out of pocket costs. The PRIMIER (Patients Receiving Integrative Medicine Interventions Effectiveness Registry) study is an online registry where researchers can track the effects of integrative therapies on patients over time. Specifically they monitor quality of life, mood, stress and pain. A 2012 national health interview survey analyzed by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), found that Americans spent about $30.2 billion on out-of-pocket integrative therapies. The NCCIH and CDC are two government bodies that track the health of our nation as well as how patients are utilizing complementary and integrative care. That citizens are willing to bear this significant cost is a testimonial that users of integrative modalities believe in them. It also appears to represent a global pattern of patient behavior. While current users are already believers and need little convincing, skeptics may still be dubious of the values of the complementary and integrative medicine approach. The only way to sway skeptics—ranging from patients to insurance companies and academia—is research confirming the effects of various modalities, along with data validat22
ing them. However, this too is a challenge. The gold standard of research is a double-blind, placebo-controlled study. This type of study, while valid for studying Dr. Steve Amoils a specific effect of a pharmaceutical drug—is not a good fit to study integrative therapies, as it looks at only one variable at a time. With integrative medicine, researchers are interested in what happens when multiple variables are affected at the same time. For example, an integrative medicine study might wish to determine the effects of a good diet, combined with exercise and stress reduction while applying specific integrative therapies. It is therefore obvious that different study techniques need to be developed that will provide meaningful results. Drs. Steve and Sandi Amoils are CoMedical Directors of Alliance Integrative Medicine, recognized as a national leading center in Integrative Medicine since 2004. Says Dr. Steve, “As practitioners, it is our responsibility to demonstrate that these modalities really work effectively.” They are participating in a national study that will hopefully produce data to do just this.” Alliance Integrative Medicine is a part of a national practice-based research network called Bravenet, consisting of 19 leading clinical integrative medical centers. In conjunction with the Bravenet group, they are registering patients for the PRIMIER study. Using the PRIMIER online registry, patients record how they are doing at time zero (start date), then at two, four and six months, and afterward at six months intervals until they have completed two years. After removing all personal
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information, the data is analyzed. By monitoring various aspects of the data, such as age, sex, lifestyle habits, diet, modalities of care, a determination can be made about how the subjects responded. This real-time data analysis can capture several aspects of patient responses and allow adjustment to improve overall benefits. The first six months of the study showed benefits in reduction of pain, stress, anxiety and depression, all happening simultaneously. Patients became more empowered about their own health care when they used integrative medicine. The study also showed that when patients do acupuncture, chiropractic and energy healing together in one treatment, they had a persistent and different pain reduction curve than those using single therapies alone. According to Dr. Sandi, “This is called an ACE Healing Treatment and it the signature treatment at Alliance Integrative Medicine. In our opinion, studies like the PRIMIER one are extremely important. We urge all our patients to become involved. So much so that we even have incorporated it in our App.” Future research studies like PRIMIER are bound to play a central role in the practice of medicine of the future. Dr Steve adds, “The solution is not about separating medicine either conventional or alternative therapies. It is about the effective integration that will result in good medicine”. Steve and Sandi Amoils, MD trained in South Africa, London, and the United States and are board-certified family physicians at Alliance Integrative Medicine. Both are also Adjunct Assistant Professors in the Department of Medical Education at the University of Cincinnati, and co-Principal Investigators of the PRIMIER Study. The Amoils are also co-authors of the book, Get Well & Stay Well: Optimal Health through Transformational Medicine. See ad on page 25. James Occhiogrosso is a natural health practitioner, herbalist, author of “Your Prostate, Your Libido, Your Life,” editor and regular contributor to Natural Awakenings. Connect with him at 239-6520421, or visit HealthNaturallyToday.com.
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enry David Thoreau once said: "Take time by the forelock because it is now or never! You must live in the moment, launch yourself on every wave and find your eternity in every moment!” People can look at someone, such as a friend, and can sense that person’s most immediate and lasting need, but often cannot do the same for themselves. When this is brought to someone’s’ attention, a typical comment shared is, “I wish I were in better physical shape.” That broad statement can mean many things. But, with additional questioning most say they desire to “look and feel better” overall. Qigong is an ancient Chinese holistic system that utilizes specific body postures, breathing techniques, movement and meditation. It is traditionally used to enhance health and spirituality, as well as training for various martial arts practices. The literal Chinese word combination usually translates to mean the cultivation of life force or energy. The practice of various forms of martial arts can be a profound exercise, practice, discipline and joy for someone to engage in personally as well as to teach and promote its benefits to others. Qigong practice involves fluid body movement, meditation and breath development. For those that suffer asthma and other breathing disorders, the positive effects are sometimes astounding. Anyone can practice, even those who may be bedridden. Current research suggests it can help regulate the nervous system and brain functions contributing to stress relief and relaxation capabilities. Qigong practitioners recognize it the foundation of the supple, flowing, intensive body moving applications of Tai Chi Chuan practice, another healthful Chinese martial art. Journey to Hope is a ministry that promotes health, positive relationships, and support for life’s transitions through a program of support groups, coaching groups, seminars, and workshops. This fall, Journey to Hope will be starting classes in Cincinnati for those seeking better health, longevity and tranquility through exercise discipline. Journey to Hope is located at the corner of Woodview and Compton Roads. For more information, call 513-931-5777 or visit JTOH.org
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Chiropractic to the Rescue
It Helps IBD, ADHD, PMS and Other Conditions by Edward Group
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hiropractic care corrects spinal alignment abnormalities as a means of treating a wide range of health problems. Addressing skeletal and muscular disorders and relieving pain are just the beginning. Research studies reported in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics and the journal of healing science Explore have found chiropractic beneficial in treating connective tissue abnormalities, infant lactose intolerance and even autism. More than $13 billion is spent annually on chiropractic health services, making it the largest alternative health practice in the U.S. Science supports its usefulness in addressing a wide range of conditions. Bell’s Palsy. Recovery varies among patients as chiropractors create patient-centric treatment programs designed to improve facial motion and hearing, relieve pain and address other nerve-related issues (Archives of Internal Medicine; Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics). Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). A Canadian survey of chiropractors has reported success in using spinal ma-
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nipulation to relieve IBD, colitis and other bowel disorders (Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology). Cancer. The Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medicine publishes numerous studies of therapies supporting cancer patients suffering the side effects of conventional treatment. The American Journal of Clinical Oncology reports that chiropractic care rates as one of the leading alternative medical treatments for pain management, among other related benefits. Chiropractic offers economical and effective strategies that may help quality of life, as discussed in Seminars in Oncology Nursing. High Blood Pressure. While many relevant studies can’t yet generalize results, the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics documents success by chiropractors treating hypertension without the downside of medical drugs that can include the risk of stroke (University of Alabama at Birmingham). Chronic Sinusitis. Patients with nasal and sinus passages that don’t drain properly due to physical or nerve-related causes may find relief through chiropractic care. A study cited in the same journal showed that patients experienced relief of all related symptoms after a single adjustment. Arthritis. A study published in a journal from the the University of Virginia School of Medicine Center for the Study of Complementary and Alternative Therapies notes that arthritis patients obtaining chiropractic care enjoyed better health and quality of life than those that did not. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). In clinical studies, combining manual spinal adjustment with soft tissue therapy has been found to relieve PMS discomfort. In one study, two groups of women were tested, switching off in receiving chiropractic adjustments or a placebo alternative. Each time, the group receiving chiropractic adjustments reported the greatest improvements (Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics). Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). A study published in Explore suggests that chiropractic care combined with other holistic elements such as appropriate nutrition may provide a more gentle, yet effective approach than conventional psychotropic drugs. It employed chiropractic treatment for boys 9 to 13 years old diagnosed with ADHD. Spinal manipulation with nutritional supplementation was reported to improve hyperactivity, inattentiveness, impulsiveness and behavioral, social and emotional difficulties. Headaches. Based on recent studies, spinal manipulation has proven effective against migraines and headaches originating from the neck. Manual therapy of the spine, along with neck exercises, promotes improvement in patients with neck-related headaches. Side effects are rare and minor (Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics).
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hether it’s a sideline or full time, flourishing small businesses stimulate the economy. The U.S. Small Business Association found that between 2009 and 2013, companies with fewer than 500 employees accounted for 60 percent of net new jobs. Technology allows new commercial ventures to be launched from home, yielding huge savings in startup costs. Owners have found ways to fulfill needs by leveraging their past job experiences and personal interests.
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They’re also helping to keep the world’s oceans from becoming plastic soup by supporting the Beat the Microbead campaign. (BeatTheMicrobead.org/en). Maintaining a professional look while living green can be a challenge. OneSavvyMother.com found a stylish, eco-friendly, lightweight and durable tote bag designed by Natalie Therése. The vegan cork tote is made in Boxford, Massachusetts. Shavings from the bark of the cork oak tree grown in Portugal are transformed into ultrathin sheets to produce cork fabric; the certified organic cotton lining is produced in Korea and China in certified Global Organic Textile Standard and fair trade facilities.
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While many of us like to meditate, some can’t sit still. Walking a labyrinth provides an enticing alternative.
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n archetypal labyrinth gently leads us in a circular path inward toward a center and then back out again. Found in ancient cultures from African, Celtic and Greek to Native American, they
became especially popular fixtures in Medieval European churches; one of the most renowned is in France’s Chartres Cathedral. Depictions of labyrinths have been included in paintings, pottery,
tapestries and in Hopi baskets as a sacred symbol of Mother Earth. Several American tribes saw the pattern as a medicine wheel. Celts may have regarded it as a never-ending knot or circle. While some of the oldest known labyrinths decorate cave walls in Spain, today they grace diverse locations ranging from spas and wellness centers to parks, gardens, university campuses and even prisons. “Labyrinths can be outdoors or indoors. Permanent labyrinths may be made of stones, rocks, bricks or inlaid stones. Temporary labyrinths can be painted on grass or made with all sorts of things for a particular purpose or appropriate to a specific cause,” explains Diane Rudebock, Ed.D., resource vice president and research chair of the Labyrinth Society, in Trumansburg, New York. “Walking a labyrinth is useful for those that sometimes have a hard time being outwardly still and drawing themselves inward. You must move your body, and because you’re focused on the path while you’re walking it, it’s easier to drop wholly into the journey and let go of all else,” says Anne Bull, of Veriditas, a Petaluma, California, nonprofit that supports new labyrinth designs to suit the spiritual needs of hospitals, schools and retreat centers. The group also sponsors a worldwide directory at LabyrinthLocator.com.
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Individual Approaches
A labyrinth walk typically involves three stages. The first is for releasing extraneous thoughts on the way to the center. Upon arriving in the stillness of that point, the participant opens heart and mind to receive whatever message or wisdom is intended for them. The return path is the integration phase, to make a fresh insight our own. Participants should approach their walk in different ways: One may have a specific question or intention in mind; another may be open to whatever occurs during their meditation; yet another may repeat a meditative mantra. One might even choose to bypass the path entirely in order to sit contemplatively at its center. Unlike a maze, it’s impossible to lose our way with the circular path serving as a simple and reliable guide. Although scientific research on labyrinth meditation has been limited to participant questionnaires, future studies may incorporate the use of functional magnetic resonance imaging technology to measure brain activity and record what individuals experience. Labyrinths located in settings like hospitals and prisons lend themselves to such research, says Rudebock. As a Veriditas-certified labyrinth facilitator, she conducts workshops and observes, “Walks are unique to each individual and may not produce uniform or replicable results.” At its core, the experience is about listening to our truest self, away from the cacophony of modern life. “I believe that the world needs places where our souls can be quiet,” remarks Jean Richardson, director of the Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center, in Bangor, Pennsylvania, which includes a seven-circuit labyrinth. “Retreat centers and labyrinths are places where we can listen to our inner heart, feel our inner calling and tap into our own divine nature. I think deep listening is not always valued in a world where we are rewarded for being busy and keeping our schedules full.”
Nearby Opportunities
Today, labyrinths—indoor, outdoor, natural, urban, secular and religious—are found in or near many communities. Following the lead of California’s Golden Door Spa, in Escondido, which pioneered the use of a labyrinth in a spa setting, many spas now incorporate them in their wellness or mindfulness programs. Labyrinthine invitations to a mindfulness practice are open to everyone. “A labyrinth can bridge all beliefs, faiths, religions and walks of life,” says Bull. “You can walk a labyrinth no matter what you believe. Benefits come in walking it with an open mind and open heart.” Gina McGalliard is a freelance writer in San Diego, CA. Connect at GinaMcGalliard.com.
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Addicted to Thinking? by Dr. Gary Pekoe
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rticles about shamanism, journeying and similar topics tend to have a common theme—the need to calm the mind to increase consciousness, clarity and understanding. Many of those seeking such clarity use some form of entheogen, a fancy term that typically describes chemical substances, usually plant based, which are smoked or ingested to produce an extraordinary state of consciousness. Entheogens include drugs such as LSD, psilocybin (magic mushrooms, shrooms), ayahuasca, DMT and other agents. Such drugs use well-understood mechanisms to calm the mind and/or stimulate certain brain pathways that lead to deepened or heightened consciousness or meditation. Even without such drugs, people have reported amazing alterations in consciousness, similar to those described in accounts of entheogen enhanced journeying. With the right setting, it is possible to move into a meditative state rather easily. Music or natural sounds often help. Many people actually slip into this state on a daily basis, but don’t realize it. The ability is partially neuro-chemical or can be related to a childhood experience where detachment may have been a survival tool. The two are actually intertwined since environment alters brain chemistry. Native American were masters 30
at this—sitting on a rock formation overlooking a plain under the glow of a multitude of stars—with the only sounds made by the gentle wind, nocturnal creatures and insects. Without external stimuli the mind is free to roam—no cell phone needing attention, no Facebook updates, no voices, no thoughts of the next days’ agenda or world crises. The recent evolution of society is wrought with self indulgence and distraction brought on by technology. People walk around with their heads down, focused on their cyber world, addicted to and unable to function without their cell phone gateway to their world of information and interaction. With this constant bombardment of stimuli, people are programmed for self-doubt, self-loathing, competitiveness, greed, lust, narcissism and addiction—striving for some external mysterious standard. Success becomes measured in accumulation, not transformation or happiness. The result is people become anxious and addicted to thinking with internal voices constantly detailing mental checklists, looking for stimuli, over thinking minor issues, and stressing out much of the time, with life seeming to operate at a breakneck speed. Worry is a symptom of this addiction. The anxiety leads to a point of needing antidepressant or other medications to function. Adding to this anxiety and
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insecurity are the ubiquitous advertisements conveying the message that drugs are needed to function. Aldous Huxley would smile knowingly as his prophetic Brave New World novel about a society where any negative feelings are medicated (a Soma holiday) appears to be rapidly coming into existence. People take drugs to deal with the side effects of this thinking addiction, resulting in two addictions rather than one. And, as in dystrophic novels like Brave New World and 1984, leaders are fully supportive, because a distracted, self-indulgent, over-stimulated and drugged society allows them to do whatever they please while the masses tweet away. The battle for consciousness and overcoming additions can be won through ongoing spiritual awakening and transformation. Literature about Native American spirituality and medicine abounds with meditation, contemplation, and heightened consciousness central to their teachings. Even the term medicine is defined as anything that improves the connection to the Great Mystery of life itself. Understanding and meditating on lessons taught to them by animals and other totems are cultural and spiritual norms. If being addicted to thinking seems familiar, a person should heed a call to awaken and transform. This call is often drowned out by the cacophony of competing voices in the mind, a noisy, intrusive society, and the ubiquitous electronic world of constant communications of little to no substance. An entirely different universe does exist, just waiting for people to reach out to it and let the process of abandoning additions and reconnecting to life begin. Dr. Gary Pekoe is a Transformational Life Coach, Ph.D. and Psychopharmacologist. He is the founder of the Ailie Wellness Center located at 3651 Harrison Avenue in Cheviot, which focuses on helping people improve their physical, mental and spiritual health through a variety of modalities. For more information, call 513-432-4182 or visit AilieWellness.com. See ad on page 21.
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n recent years, modern medications have helped bring lifesaving therapies to diseases such as, tuberculosis, strep throat, syphilis, gonorrhea, pneumonia and others. Unfortunately, the pharmaceutical industry has not produced major gamechanging medications for treating pain, especially migraine headaches. Most pharmaceutical treatments help by simply numbing the pain sensation. While they may be useful to reduce suffering and improve function, none really treat the causes of pain and suffering. Headaches, back pain, tired shoulders, foot pain, and pelvic pain are conditions that cause much suffering. People with headaches take medications that reduce the amount of missed workdays, but the headaches and their suffering continues. Fortunately, there are several game changing treatments for people who suffer with headaches. The first is based on the science of nutrition. Within the past 20 years, scientists have learned that even a small dose of an inflammatory food can cause or increase pain, especially pain related to weather changes, and might also make prescribed opiate medications less effective for several weeks. Many inflammatory and pain causing foods include wheat flour and artificial sweeteners. Alternatives can reduce some people’s chronic pain by as much as 60 percent. An example might be to substitute rice pasta for a wheat based product. Medical knowledge of anatomy has dramatically changed in the past several years. Scientists have learned that injury to the fascia that holds the body together and the resulting knots
and ropey bands in muscles typically cause the pain. Inflammatory foods can exacerbate the internal pressure and pain from these knots and ropey bands for as long as four weeks after a single exposure. Seeing a practitioner who has expertise in feeling the subtle texture of injured fascia might change the course of a person’s life. No one should expect to have chronic pain or wake up with a headache every day. Find a doctor that knows headaches do not come from the head, who can also perform a careful examination of neck muscles and fascia, upper shoulders, upper back, and jaw. Advanced treatment of old injuries may help relieve migraines, as well as cluster and tension headaches. There is ever changing methodology in the way doctors treat pain. Finding the right treatment and right doctor is key to a pain-free life. Lifesaving treatments are more available than ever before. Hal Blatman is an MD, DAAPM, ABIHM and has practices in Cincinnati and Manhattan, NY. He teaches internationally about diagnosis and treatment of fascia injury and myofascial pain. His book “Winners’ Guide to Pain Relief” has helped thousands of pain sufferers. For more information, call 513-956-3200 or visit BlatmanHealthAndWellness.com. See ad on page 7.
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Natural Remedies Help Kids Heal by Kathleen Barnes
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he household is settling for the night when the 5-yearold cries out, “My throat hurts!” “There’s no need to panic,” says Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, in Pecos, New Mexico, an integrative physician and chief medical officer of Weil Lifestyle. “It’s pretty easy to figure out if it’s strep throat, which requires antibiotics, or something you can treat at home.” Only 10 to 20 percent of sore throats in children are caused by Streptococcus bacteria which, if not properly treated, can lead to heart damage. The first question to ask is, “What are the symptoms?” If these include sudden onset of a severe and worsening sore throat without any complaints of scratchiness; a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit or more; headache or stomach pain; and the lack of a stuffy nose, cough or sign of a cold—a trip to the pediatrician is essential and a course of antibiotics is necessary, says Low Dog. The vast majority of youngsters’ sore throats, which may accompany a common cold, are caused by viruses and will heal on their own in about a week. Many natural remedies will help children feel better and relieve the pain; some cost so little they are nearly free. Salt water gargle: “A glass of warm water with half a teaspoon of sea salt swirled into it is an old-school remedy that works well for kids at least 5 years old,” says Erika Krumbeck, a naturopathic doctor and licensed primary care physician practicing pediatrics in Missoula, Montana. She notes that a salt water gargle can also moderate the symptoms of strep until the child can see a doctor. The Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies confirms that the salt water draws excess fluid from inflamed throat tissues. It also loosens mucus and removes other irritants, including bacteria, allergens and fungi. Just make sure children don’t swallow the salt water, counsels Krumbeck. 32
Warm compresses: A warm water compress using a wet hand towel applied for 10 or 15 minutes every hour loosens mucus and is soothing. “It’s amazing how effective these familiar practices are,” says Krumbeck. “Grandma knew what she was doing.” Lemon juice and honey: “Honey is sweet, so kids love it,” says certified nutritionist Kimberly Snyder, of New York and Los Angeles. This traditional recipe works because the honey has antibacterial properties and the lemon juice is packed with immune-boosting antioxidants. Snyder cautions that babies younger than 12 months old should never be given honey because their immune systems cannot handle the bacterial spores sometimes present in the sweet treat. Elderberry: The tiny purple berries of the Sambucus nigra L. plant shortens the duration of colds and flu often suffered by air travelers, according to research that includes a large Australian study. Elderberry syrup appeals to kids because it tastes delicious. Low Dog recommends keeping a bottle on hand at all times because it’s hard to know when a child will complain of a scratchy throat. “This yummy syrup is good for all ages. It’s so safe. I love it,” says Low Dog, adding, “Plus, you can always use it on whole-grain pancakes.” Sage and Echinacea: Drinking sage tea and gargling with echinacea are old-time remedies for sore throats that now have scientific backing, says Snyder. Go for a twofer and add a little echinacea to the tea, she suggests. A Swiss study showed that an echinacea/sage spray soothed sore throat symptoms just as well as a chlorhexidine/lidocaine spray, which can have side effects that include more swelling and even allergic reactions; the suggested spray should not be used with children under 12. Pairing up a dose of safe and gentle, time-tested sore throat recipes with a big hug will go far toward relieving most little ones’ suffering. Kathleen Barnes has authored numerous natural health books, including Food Is Medicine: 101 Prescriptions from the Garden. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.
UNSAFE DRUGS Acetaminophen, a popular ingredient in over-the-counter children’s cold medicines like Tylenol, has been linked to twice the risk of developing asthma. Immediate side effects can include rapid heart rate and convulsions. Ephedrine, pseudophedrine and phenylephrine are popular ingredients in children’s cold medications even though the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says they’re not effective. Side effects include the possibility of unsupervised children overdosing on the sugary concoctions and can even prove fatal. In 2008, the FDA warned parents not to use any such cold medications for children under 4. Antibiotics are not effective against the viruses that cause most colds and flu. Antibiotics kill bacteria like those associated with strep throat, not viruses. Using antibiotics for a cold can actually lead to future antibiotic resistance.
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An Interview with McKel Hill, Author of Nutrition Stripped
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his month, Natural Awakenings had the pleasure of interviewing Cincinnati born and internationally renowned wellness expert Mckel Hill, MS. Hill is a registered dietitian nutritionist and author of the recently released cookbook, Nutrition Stripped. The book shares its name with Hill’s popular on-line health and lifestyle blog.
Growing up in Cincinnati, were you exposed to healthy eating as a child? What are some tips to get our kids excited about eating nutritious food? I’m thankful my parents created a balanced environment—both in and outside of the kitchen. Mom always had a small garden in our yard and I loved the cucumbers and beans from it. Like most Midwest kids, I had my fair share of chips, pizza, and junk food, but I’m grateful I was taught balance from an early age. I encourage parents to be good role models by consuming whole foods, helping kids connect to where food comes from (like a garden) and cooking with them. The cookbook has many kid-friendly recipes in the cookbook. My favorites are the Cheesy Noodles and Spring Peas recipe on page 200, Beetroot Burgers with Maple Mustard on page 187 and Carrot Cake Quinoa Porridge on page 112. 34
A great first step for busy people to live healthier lives is to start the morning with plenty of water to hydrate and then add a Stripped Green Smoothie or the Creamy Ginger Green Smoothie from the cookbook. Both recipes are loaded with fiber and greens, and they are a delicious way to load up with a lot of nutrition quickly. Those that prefer something heartier could try the Oatmeal Porridge, Three Ways on page 115.
Do you believe in super foods? If so, what are your top five super foods?
Congratulations on publishing your first cookbook. What do you hope your readers gain from reading the book and trying the recipes? Thank you. I hope readers will experience how delicious eating whole foods, heavily rooted in plants can be. With recipes like Chocolate Cinnamon Walnut Chili, my homage to Cincinnati-style chili and Southern style cornbread, they will see that eating nutrient dense foods can be as simple as making healthy swaps in your favorite recipes.
For busy people, can you expand on some easy ways to get healthier food into the diet.
I do! Any whole food that has a high nutrient density in a small portion can be called a super food. My top five super foods are: turmeric, spirulina, nutritional yeast, coconut oil, and bee pollen.
With all of the current diet advice, which food groups do you find detrimental that most people should avoid? Why?
Mckel Hill
Nutrition Stripped describes a balanced and basic approach to eating. As a Dietitian Nutritionist, what is the most basic and important health benefits people experience when they replace the standard American diet (SAD) with nutritious, whole food. Eating a diet rich in whole foods means consuming more fiber, good fats, fibrous carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, and phytonutrients than the SAD. This helps support the body in many ways and everyone will experience different effects. Personally, I have infinitely more energy when following the Nutrition Stripped lifestyle. I also have improved digestion, no migraines, better sleep, clearer skin, stronger and longer hair and faster recovery from workouts.
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I don’t feel anyone should completely eliminate or avoid food groups unless they are allergic or have food intolerances to a specific group. However, ingredients such as trans fats (hydrogenated oils of any kind) and refined sugar should be eliminated as much as possible—these do not contribute to wellness or health.
What are your two favorite recipes from your book? This is a hard question to answer because I genuinely love them all. But for
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Americans have grown dependent on quick, highly processed, convenient food choices. What are some of the dangers of eating these? Processed foods lack essential nutrients needed by the body such as; vitamins, minerals and fiber. Typically, they also contain refined sugars, sodium, stabilizers, preservatives and other ingredients (often artificial) not usually found in a pantry. The advantage of consuming whole foods—beyond freshness and flavor—is that nutrients are packaged by nature for optimal human absorption.
A final comment? Poor food choices tend to result in poor health. Additionally, they also take people away from the experience of connecting with their food, knowing where it came from and cooking with it. We eat to live, but food is more than just nourishment for the body.
Thanks McKel. It was a pleasure interviewing you. You’re very welcome. For more information, visit NutritionStripped.com.
Tree-Mendous Love How Trees Care for Each Other by Melissa Breyer
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rom learning to communicate to physically caring for each other, the secret lives of trees are wildly deep and complex. “They can count, learn and remember; nurse sick neighbors; warn each other of danger by sending electrical signals across a fungal network known as the ‘wood wide web’; and keep the ancient stumps of long-felled companions alive for centuries by feeding them a sugar solution through their roots,” reveals Peter Wohlleben, a German forest ranger and author of The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate— Discoveries from a Secret World, released in September. Upon seeing two soaring beeches in the forest, Wohlleben observes, “These trees are friends. See how the thick branches point away from each other? That’s so they don’t block their buddy’s light. Sometimes, pairs are so interconnected at the roots that when one tree dies, the other one dies, too.” Wohlleben is rekindling a re-imagination of trees even as many people consider their role is only to supply us with oxygen and wood. Using a mix of scientific research and his own observations from studying forestry and working in the forest since 1987, the man who speaks for the trees does so in decidedly anthropomorphic terms.
“Scientific language removes all the emotion, and people don’t understand it anymore. I use a human language. When I say, ‘Trees suckle their children,’ everyone knows immediately what I mean,” he says. After years of working for the state forestry administration in RhinelandPalatinate, and then as a forester managing 3,000 acres of woods near Cologne, he began to understand that contemporary practices were not serving the trees or those that depend on them very well. Artificially spacing out trees ensures that trees get more sunlight and grow faster, but naturalists report that trees exist less like individuals and more as communal beings. By working together in networks and sharing resources, they increase their resistance to potentially damaging influences. After researching alternative approaches, Wohlleben began implementing some revolutionary concepts. He replaced heavy machinery with horses, stopped using insecticides and let the woods become wilder. The pilot German forest plot went from losing money to posting a profit in two years. As Dr. Seuss’ tree-loving Lorax says, “I speak for the trees. I speak for the trees, for the trees have no tongues.” Melissa Breyer, of Brooklyn, NY, is the editor of Treehugger.com, from which this article was adapted.
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Born to Eat Wild Why Ancestral Diets Boost Health by Judith Fertig
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n The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals, Michael Pollan surmised that we’d be healthier if we ate the way our great-grandparents did. It would mean sticking to regularly scheduled meals instead of impulsive snacking, having a meat or protein item comprise only a quarter of our plate, adding fresh vegetables and eliminating junk food. We must look further back than our immediate ancestors, counters Jo Robinson, a food journalist who surveyed more than 6,000 scientific research studies before writing her bestselling Eating on the Wild Side: The Missing Link to Optimum Health. She has also co-authored several other books, including The Omega Diet: The Lifesaving Nutritional Program Based on the Diet of the Island of Crete.
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“Many believe we have dumbed down the nutrition in our food over the past 100 years,” says Robinson, who lives and gardens on Vashon Island, Washington. “Research shows we have been breeding out proteins and minerals and most importantly, antioxidants, for much longer.” She points out that the hunter-gatherer diet encompassed many wild foods that tasted more bitter, astringent, sour and earthy than the sweet blandness in today’s fruits and vegetables. Wild foods offered a wider variety of phytonutrients, but came at a cost—the time required to hunt and gather enough food for a day, let alone a season. “Then, 12,000 years ago, we had a better idea—gardening,” says Robinson. “We evolved to 20 varieties in a garden versus 150 in wild plants.” First, farmers chose sweet, starchy, mild-tasting, oil-rich foods such as figs, dates and olives. “We’re hard-wired to choose high-calorie foods because they’re directly connected to the pleasure centers of the brain,” she adds. 36
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After that, the trend to grow sweeter-tasting, less nutritious plants snowballed. Robinson cites research that found adding one Golden Delicious apple to the daily diet of a small group of overweight men led to higher levels of undesirable low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides due to its high-fructose content and low levels of antioxidants (International Journal of Preventive Medicine).
Wilder Options Even organic farming methods, in which the soil is naturally enriched, can’t return all those lost nutrients to our food. Rather than advocate that we return to eating wild foods, Robinson suggests finding wild equivalents. Even those that follow a paleo diet—presumably eaten by early humans and consisting chiefly of meat, fish, vegetables and fruit, excluding dairy, grain products and commercially processed items—could use further refinements in the produce they choose. She recommends specific varieties of fruits and vegetables and explains the benefits of “wild” foods such as meat, eggs and dairy from livestock and poultry fed on grass on her website, EatWild.com. We can make smarter choices, seeking wilder-type varieties of foods at the grocery store, farmers’ market and garden seed companies. In general, they are more vividly colored, especially from red to purple, and less sweet. Brightly colored fruits and vegetables indicate a botanical sunscreen the plant produces to protect itself from ultraviolet light and other external threats, notes Robinson; it’s an indication of a higher antioxidant activity. “Find as many purple foods as possible because they have anthocyanins, known to fight cancer and inflammation,” suggests Robinson. “The original carrot from Afghanistan is purple. It’s only been orange for the past 400 years when it was bred to salute the royal House of Orange, in the Netherlands.” According to Robinson, we can also prepare our foods in ways that maximize their phytonutrient content. Eat fresh-picked asparagus and broccoli immediately or their natural sugars and antioxidants disappear. Let chopped or pressed garlic sit for 10 minutes before using so its pungent allicin—the healthy compound that benefits our health—will increase. Tear fresh lettuce the day before eating and keep it fresh in a plastic bag with poked holes, to allow the stillliving lettuce to rally its healthy compounds as if its battered leaves were repelling an insect attack. This emerging science of polyphenols, the technical term for phytonutrients in our food, will be explosive, predicts this pioneering research-based author. “There’s a new study just about every month,” she finds. It can all lead toward breeding and growing more nutritious foods that are more readily accessible to everyone. Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).
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he old way of thinking about fruits and vegetables is ‘the more, the better,’ regardless of what you choose,” says wild food expert Jo Robinson. “Unfortunately, the most popular ones are the least nutritious, like Golden Delicious apples and supersweet corn.” In Eating on the Wild Side, Robinson cites considerable research that shows we can make better choices within each food category by simply selecting varieties closer to their wild ancestors. Generally, the most phytonutrient-rich options include kale, spinach, lettuces, asparagus and artichokes. Here are other top tips from the literature. n Tart apples such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, Honeycrisp and Liberty boost phytonutrients and fiber while reducing fructose content. n Haas avocados deliver more vitamin E and other antioxidants to support smooth skin and shiny hair than smaller Mexican avocados. n Red finger bananas, when fully ripened to a deep magenta, are higher in vitamin C, beta-carotene, potassium and fiber than the common Cavendish banana.
n Canned beans (which have been dried and then cooked) are better than home-cooked beans because the heat required for the canning process enhances their nutritional content. n Grass-fed beef is higher in vitamin E, beta-carotene and omega-3 essential fatty acids than corn-fed beef. n Dried currants made from Black Corinth grapes (sold as “Zante currants”) have more antioxidants than either brown or golden raisins. n Red grapefruit is preferred to yellow; the darker the red, the more beneficial the fruit. Red grapefruit but not yellow has been shown to lower triglycerides. n Raw kale is both the most bitter and beneficial of all the cruciferous vegetables. n Dark orange-hued mangos are superior to other tropical fruits, possessing five times the vitamin C of oranges and the fiber of pineapples. n Cherry, grape and currant tomatoes deliver more cancerpreventing lycopene than beefsteak tomatoes.
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Add the cumin, paprika, chili powder, cayenne powder, onion powder and salt and mix until all of the cashews are covered. Place cashews in the oven for 11 minutes. Stir half way through to prevent burning. Remove from oven when cashews are a light golden brown.
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Healthy Tip: Cashews have lots of healthy fat that can be a staple in the diet. But store bought roasted nuts are loaded with processed man-made fats such as cottonseed oil or hydrogenated oils. When nuts are roasted with oxidized (and toxic) man-made oils, the healthy characteristics thy food. are lost. This recipe uses Grapeseed oil ~Hippocrates instead—a healthy fat that can withstand high heat—and tastes better than store bought roasted nuts.
Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Yield: 7 to 10 servings
2-3 Tbsp Grapeseed Oil 1.5 pounds RAW cashews
½ tsp cumin ½ tsp paprika ½ tsp chili powder ¼ tsp of cayenne powder (if you want a little spice) ½ tsp onion powder ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees. Place roasted cashews on cookie sheet Pour Grapeseed Oil on cashews and toss making sure cashews are covered with oil.
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 3 Tea Time – 6pm. Learn about the properties of teas and herbs, and then each person will make three tea bags to take home. Space limited. Sharonville Branch Library, 10980 Thornview Dr, Cincinnati. Registration required: 513-369-6049.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8 Yoga with Gina Belew – 10:30am. Adults are invited to share their yoga practice with certified yoga instructor Gina Belew. Anderson Branch Library, 7450 State Rd, Anderson Township. Registration required: 513-369-6030.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12 Healing/Drumming – 7-10pm. With healing drummer Bob Laake. Several healing practitioners and tables. All are welcome. Love donation. Grace Episcopal Church-College Hill, 5501 Hamilton Ave. 513-541-2415.
Holistic Mental Health Network – 7-9pm. People in Relationship: Breakdown and Healing, presented by Bill Cahalan, PhD therapist. Community Friends Meeting, 3960 Winding Way, Cincinnati. Text/call 513-328-8178. RSVP: HolisticMH@yahoo.com.
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October 14-18 • 9am-5pm. Grace Tree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester. Preregister: GracetreeStudio.com.
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Fall into Fitness & Nutrition – 6-7pm. If there were a way to double your chances for fitness and nutrition success, would you be interested? How about a technique to make healthy practices more fun? Join Stacy Best, holistic lifestyle coach and fitness expert for an intro to simple, healthy practices that will get you started. Free but pre-registration is required. Realty Tuesday Café, 1518 Dixie Hwy, Park Hills, KY. Register: 859-391-5537 or Stacy@StacyBest.com.
Full Moon Celebration/Ceremony: Hunter’s Moon – 7-9:30pm. With James Wachter, Minister/ Teacher. Bring a light snack to share. Love donation. 216 Furbee Dr E, Mason. RSVP required: 513-702-4589.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18 Shamanic Journeying – 7-9pm. With Larry Crocket, Shamanic Practitioner. Bring a light snack
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19 Joyful Healing Laughter Yoga – 7pm. This is not your typical yoga class and does not incorporate traditional yoga moves. Laughter is nature’s most powerful stress busters and can have a profound effect on our health and well being. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and come prepared to move and laugh with Judi Winall. Symmes Township Branch Library, 11850 E Enyart Rd, Loveland. 513-369-6001.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25 World Service Meditation – 7-9pm. With James Wachter, minister/meditation leader. Bring a light snack to share. Love donation. 216 Furbee Dr E, Mason. RSVP required: 513-702-4589.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27 Lifestyle Reset Program Info Session – 6-7pm. Join Stacy Best, registered Kinesiotherapist and holistic lifestyle coach to learn more about her signature program designed to help you get your health, energy and vitality back on track. This program provides tools, support, fun and all the accountability needed for a healthy lifestyle that sticks. Free but pre-registration required. Realty Tuesday Café, 1518 Dixie Hwy, Park Hills, KY. Register: 859-391-5537 or Stacy@StacyBest.com. Possibly Paranormal – 7pm. Join the Cincinnati Paranormal Society as they talk about Ghost Hunting in the Cincinnati area, the tools of the trade and more. Green Township Branch Library, 6525 Bridgetown Rd, Cincinnati. Registration required: 513-369-6095.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29 Indian Classical Dance Featuring Prabha Nair – 3pm. Join us for intriguing and beautiful Indian classical dance, to celebrate Deepavali, the festival of lights celebrated by Hindus throughout the world. Learn the history behind the music and dance, featuring students of Prabha Nair’s Archana Arts Dance School. Main Library, Reading Garden Lounge, 800 Vine St, Cincinnati. 513-369-6900.
ongoingevents sunday East Cincy Beginning Yoga – 9-10:15am. First class is free. $12/drop-in fee; passes available. 503 W Main St, Batavia. 513-331-9525. EastCincyYoga.com. Spirited Flow with Kim Dawes – 9-10:15am. $15/ drop-in. Grace Tree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester. Preregister: GracetreeStudio.com. Center for Spiritual Living Service – 10:3011:30am. Join us in creating a world that works for everyone. 5701 Murray Ave, Cincinnati. 513-218-2128.
monday Embody Yoga – 9:30am. Whole body awareness. $15/drop-in, $40/mo. ECOconsciously Yoga, 4138 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati. 513-301-9397. Parkinson’s Basic Level Exercise Class – 3:304:30pm. Harry Whiting Brown Center, 34 Village Square, Glendale. For more info: 513-233-2673. Mind, Body and Soul Yoga with Donna Hansen – 6-7:15pm. $15/drop-in. Grace Tree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester. Preregister: GracetreeStudio.com. East Cincy Beginning Yoga – 6:20 & 7:35pm. First class is free. $12/drop-in fee; passes available. 503 W Main St, Batavia. 513-331-9525. EastCincyYoga.com. Meditation – 7pm. Join Dr. Gary Pekoe as he gently guides us into our center for relaxing, guided deep meditation. $5 donation. Ailie Wellness Center, 3651 Harrison Ave, Cheviot. 513-432-4182. Gary@AilieWellness.com.
tuesday A Balanced Flow with Kim Dawes – 9:30-10:45am. $15/drop-in. Grace Tree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester. Preregister: GracetreeStudio.com. Parkinson’s Advanced Level Exercise Class – 121pm. Coors Core Fitness, 7693 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. For more info: 513-233-2673. Parkinson’s Beginner Level Exercise Class – 1-2:10pm. Coors Core Fitness, 7693 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. For more info: 513-233-2673.
Loveland Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. For specific location: LovelandFM.com. Prenatal Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Led by Antonia von Hirschberg. $15/drop-in. Grace Tree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester. Preregister: GracetreeStudio.com. Restorative Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. Deep relaxation through the centering of breath and body. $10. Conference room down the hall from Live Well Chiropractic, 6860 Tylersville Rd, Mason. Registration required: 505-635-9910 or jryan7299@gmail.com. Guided Meditation – 6:45pm. Liberty Center Foundation Yoga Series. $5/class, $30/mo. To register enroll in MindBody by downloading the app and look for Liberty Center Foundation Yoga Series at Liberty-Center.com/yoga. The Unity Chapel at Liberty Center, 7100 Foundry Row, Liberty Township. Yoga with Susanne – 7-8pm. Unite the mind, body and spirit through yoga. Appropriate for beginners. Sign up now for discounted monthly classes. $7/ drop-in. Ailie Wellness Center, 3651 Harrison Ave, Cheviot. 513-432-4182. Gary@AilieWellness.com.
wednesday Parkinson’s Basic Level Exercise Class – 4-5pm. Harry Whiting Brown Center, 34 Village Square, Glendale. For more info: 513-233-2673. Soul Flow Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Led by Brooke Frontiera. $15/drop-in. Grace Tree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester. Preregister: GracetreeStudio.com. Center for Spiritual Living Service – 6:30-7:30pm. Join us in creating a world that works for everyone. 5701 Murray Ave., Cincinnati. 513-218-2128. Free Women’s Defense/Fight Training – 7-8pm. Come join other women as you learn to box, kickbox and ground fight in this unique setting. Not your typical martial arts gym. Empowerment, exercise and skill. No experience necessary. Ages 13 and up with parental consent. Ailie Wellness Center, 3651 Harrison Ave, Cheviot. 513-432-4182. Gary@ AilieWellness.com. Power Yoga – 7-8:15pm. Led by Adam Larmi. $15/ drop-in. Grace Tree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester. Preregister: GracetreeStudio.com.
thursday A Balanced Flow with Kim Dawes – 9:30-10:45am. $15/drop-in. Grace Tree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester. Preregister: GracetreeStudio.com. Yoga for Wellbeing – 9:45am. Liberty Center Foundation Yoga Series. $5/class, $30/mo. To register enroll in MindBody by downloading the app and look for Liberty Center Foundation Yoga Series at Liberty-Center.com/yoga. The Unity Chapel at Liberty Center, 7100 Foundry Row, Liberty Township. Chair Yoga – 10:30-11:15am. Getting fit where you sit. $7.50. Conference room down the hall from Live Well Chiropractic, 6860 Tylersville Rd, Mason. Registration required: 505-635-9910 or jryan7299@ gmail.com. Guided Meditation – 12pm. Liberty Center Foundation Yoga Series. $5/class, $30/mo. To register enroll in MindBody by downloading the app and look for Liberty Center Foundation Yoga Series at LibertyCenter.com/yoga. The Unity Chapel at Liberty Center, 7100 Foundry Row, Liberty Township. Parkinson’s Elite Exercise Class with Boxing – 12:151:15pm. Coors Core Fitness, 7693 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. For more info: 513-233-2673. Madeira Farmers’ Market – 3:30-6:30pm thru Oct; 3:30-6pm, Nov-Apr. Madeira Silverwood Presbyterian Church, 8000 Miami Ave, Madeira. MadeiraFarmersMarket.com. I Am Yoga Kids Class – 5pm. Ages 7+. $7/drop-in, $20/mo. ECOnscioulsy Yoga, 4138 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati. 513-301-9397. Guided Meditation – 6:45pm. Liberty Center Foundation Yoga Series. $5/class, $30/mo. To register enroll in MindBody by downloading the app and look for Liberty Center Foundation Yoga Series at Liberty-Center.com/yoga. The Unity Chapel at Liberty Center, 7100 Foundry Row, Liberty Township. Free Women’s Defense/Fight Training – 7-8pm. Come join other women as you learn to box, kickbox and ground fight in this unique setting. Not your typical martial arts gym. Empowerment, exercise and skill. No experience necessary. Ages 13 and up with parental consent. Ailie Wellness Center, 3651 Harrison Ave, Cheviot. 513-432-4182. Gary@AilieWellness.com.
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Meditation Class – 7-8:30pm. 2nd Thurs. With Gary Matthews. $20. The Stillpoint Center, 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Blue Ash. 513-489-5302.
friday Lunchtime Express Yoga – 12-1pm. Led by Laura Lejeune. $15/drop-in. Grace Tree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester. Preregister: GracetreeStudio.com. Lettuce Eat Well Farmers’ Market – 3-7pm. Yearround 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 details: LEWFM.org. Wine Tasting – 4-7pm. Country Fresh Market and Wine Depot, 8315 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. 513-474-9167. Friday Fun Flow with Kim Dawes – 4:30-5:30pm. $15/drop-in. Grace Tree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester. Preregister: GracetreeStudio.com. Shamanic Journey – 6:30-8:30pm. 2nd Fri. With Gary Matthews. $20. Stillpoint Center for Healing Arts, 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Blue Ash. 513-489-5302. Drum Circle – 9-11pm. Stillpoint Center for Healing Arts, 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Blue Ash. 513-489-5302.
saturday Reiki Classes – Individual or group classes offered every Sat. Karma Wellness Studio, 2067 Beechmont Ave, Fl 2, Cincinnati. For pricing, times & registration: 513-233-9355. KarmaWellnessStudio.com. Yoga Retreat with Kellie Rubenacker – 10:3011:45am. $15/drop-in. Grace Tree Yoga and Growth Studio, 8933 Cincinnati Dayton Rd, West Chester. Preregister: GracetreeStudio.com. Deerfield Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 9am-12pm. A hard working, producer-only, happy volunteer-run business that offers local, delicious, consumable products for our neighbors. All of our fresh produce is naturally or sustainably grown for the market. Kingswood Park, 4188 Irwin Simpson Rd, Mason. DeerfieldFarmersMarket.com. Yoga for Wellbeing – 9:45am. Liberty Center Foundation Yoga Series. $5/class, $30/mo. To register enroll in MindBody by downloading the app and look for Liberty Center Foundation Yoga Series at Liberty-Center.com/yoga. The Unity Chapel at Liberty Center, 7100 Foundry Row, Liberty Township. Give Back Yoga – 10:15-11am. Designed to gather community around a common cause while giving back the gift of yoga. Donation proceeds go to Give Back Yoga Foundation. ECOnsciously, 4138 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati. 513-301-9397 Vitamin B-12 Shots – 10:30-11:30am. Susan’s Natural World, 8315 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. For more info: 513-474-4990. Introduction to Network Spinal Analysis Talk – 10:30am-12pm. 2nd Sat. Learn how stress affects posture and brain function. Must register: 513-321-3317. Wine Tasting – 2-5pm. Country Fresh Market and Wine Depot, 8315 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. 513-474-9167.
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Christy Cotterman, Life and Emotional Healing Coach 513-827-2757 Christy@WhollyHealingExperience.com WhollyHealingExperience.com We all have trapped, unresolved emotions in the body from past and present stressors. The result is fatigue, anxiety, depression and self-sabotaging behavior. Get your energy and life back. Free discovery session. See ad, page 16.
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Gary Huber, D.O. AOBEM 8170 Corporate Park Dr, Ste 150 513-924-5300 Abrock@HuberPM.com HuberPM.com Integrative medicine blends traditional medical approaches with strong restorative natural therapies to yield the best path for finding your “ideal health.” Bio-identical hormones, thyroid, weight loss and more. See ad, page 41.
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Combining the best practices of conventional medicine with the best evidence-based alternative treatments, AIM’s experienced practitioners work with you to create a wellness plan that is preventive, proactive and personalized. See ad, page 25..
BLATMAN HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER
Hal S. Blatman, MD 10653 Techwoods Cir, Cincinnati, OH, 45242 513-956-3200 The Center offers a comprehensive individual program to help you and your body heal from injuries and aging in today’s environment-from hormones to tendons, from sexual to mental function, from migraines to foot pain. Visit us at Blatman HealthAndWellness.com. See ad, page 7.
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6400 E Galbraith Rd Cincinnati, OH 513-791-5521 Mary Rasmussen trained as an Integrative Health Coach at Duke University and is also a certified Nutritional Counselor. Her expertise is to help individuals (or groups) create a personalized health plan that is tailored to meet their needs and focuses on diet, exercise, mind/body techniques, reducing toxin exposure and diet detoxification programs. This approach can vastly improve outcomes for those wanting to make dietary and lifestyle changes by creating new and sustainable habits.
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Liz Garrison, owner and operator 513-410-4254 Tamarac.Contracting@gmail.com Facebook.com/TamaracContracting Liz Garrison, owner and operator of Tamarac, provides residential and commercial properties with quality service for all Lawn Care, Landscaping, and “The Look That Lasts” Snow Removal needs. InTamarac Lawn Care & Landscaping sured and recommended, Fall Clean-up Mulching “The Look That Lasts”. Call Tamarac is •creating Planting Maintenance today for• an estimate. See ad, page 26. Landscaping • Installation Family-owned & operated since 1991.
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Alba Organic Beauty Studio is your go to destination for safe, non-toxic beauty. Home of Stork Beauty Pregnancy Safe, Non-GMO Makeup. Try their organic ammonia free hair color. 20% off for first time guests. See ad, page 17.
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Sheri Keller Burdick, PT, owner 7719 Five Mile Center, Five Mile Rd, Anderson Township 513-604-6508 TheraPilates Fitness offers specialized one-on-one physical therapy evaluations and treatments. Treating neck and back disorders, orthopedic and sports related injuries, neurological disorders, joint replacements and injury prevention. We also offer Pilates Reformer group and private classes. See ad, page 29.
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Ailie Wellness is a center for discovery, empowerment and transformations for you. We hold weekly classes for yoga, meditation, holistic health coaching, doterra workshops and oils, transformational coaching and free women’s self defense classes. Also check out our skincare products for psoriasis, eczema, MRSA, molluscum, dry skin and more! See ad, page 21.
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3 JOB OPENINGS AT PROFESSIONAL HEALTH CENTER IN UNION KENTUCKY – Massage Therapist, Chiropractic Assistant (MTH), Office Manager (20 hrs). Email resume to SerenityNowWC@gmail.com. PILATES REFORMER INSTRUCTOR – Join TheraPilates Fitness in Anderson for a fun and friendly Pilates teaching experience! We are hiring high energy, positive, passionate Pilates instructors for group and private reformer classes. Instructors must be excited to build relationships with clients and be willing to teach and learn from the staff. TheraPilates Fitness is a growing Physical Therapy owned boutiquestyle studio with a need to cover existing classes and develop more! Requirements: Must be certified in Pilates Reformer training with 1 year experience, experience with rehab clients a plus. 513-604-6508. SPAVIA DAY SPA IN ROOKWOOD – Is hiring State of Ohio Licensed Estheticians and Massage Therapists. Email resume to RookwoodDaySpa@cinci.rr.com.
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