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oin me in a collective, “Woo-hooo!!” It’s summer, and

while most of us may be required to spend our days indoors at the computer, let this time of year remind us about priorities and refreshing our souls. While summer in Texas can

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outdoors, the early mornings and late evenings can be gorgeous. So take time to enjoy them, even if only for a few minutes a day.

One thing I enjoy doing in summer is camping with my son’s Boy Scout troop. Granted, it’s hot—often very hot. But I love to get out, get away and enjoy a pretty simple existence (at least for a while). One thing that always strikes me is how when I first start the campout, I’m very aware of the heat and other discomforts, but as I slow down and get in a rhythm with the surroundings, I begin not to notice the heat as much as I notice how amazingly cool it feels in the shade of a tree or how much a light breeze really helps to cool me off. I stop dwelling on

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to and catch some sleep. many things I take for granted; how comfy and cushy my air-conditioned, microwavable, clean-water-on-demand, refrigerated life is.

When I was a kid, I dreamed of going someplace where someone would hand me a stick and a knife and teach me how to survive. Of course, Boy Scout camping isn’t nearly that intense, but it’s a tiny taste of my childhood dream of “roughing” it. It’s also so exciting to see the boys learning skills of self-reliance, responsibility and service to others that will serve them, their families and communities for a lifetime.

This summer, I hope you will try to recapture some childhood wonder and excitement. Find any reason to step away from your daily routine for a quick blast of summer. If you can, visit the lake, picnic at a park or put your hands into the garden dirt. Step outside, smile up at the sky and maybe kick off your shoes and walk barefoot in the grass. Pick a dandelion, marvel at its complexity and then close your eyes and blow the seeds to the breeze. Run through a sprinkler. Stay out really late on the longest day of the year. Renew your spirit and refresh your soul.

Happy Father’s Day and Happy Summer Solstice!

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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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FAMILY DAIRY FARM

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GUIDING PRINCIPLE

An Interview with Robyn Abramczyk, DDS

by Gina Cronyn

20 BREAK FREE OF CHRONIC PAIN

Natural Ways to Feel Much Better

by Kathleen Barnes

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THERMOGRAPHY AND WELLNESS Detect Problems While They are Still Preventable

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Grill Your Own Scrumptious Pizzas and Flatbreads

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JOINT INJURY AND PAIN

Six Remedies for Relief

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newsbriefs Pottsboro Community Garden Offers Community Access

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he Pottsboro Community Garden is a one-acre site that comprises the first permaculture community garden in the Texoma area, funded by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Texas State Library and Archives Commission in 2016.

Anyone in Grayson County can apply for up to three garden beds, and gardening supplies are provided. There are communal beds for the local veterans, food banks and homeless people. Activities include volunteer work, community gatherings, classes, potlucks and more.

It mission is to strengthen community spirit while reinforcing the library as an important anchor institution; enable the cultivation and consumption of wholesome, homegrown food; provide an environment for hands-on education in gardening; provide educational resources, foster an intergenerational gardening experience; and enhance the beauty of neighborhood green space.

Location: 104 N. Main, Pottsboro. For more information, call Robin Jones at 903-271-4966 or visit PottsboroLibrary. com/pottsboro-community-garden or Tinyurl.com/PottsboroCommunity-Garden.

June 23 is Clean Air Action Day

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s the temperature rises, air quality generally worsens during “ozone season�, so it is important for residents to do their part to lessen emissions in the spring and summer.

On June 23, Clean Air Action Day, individuals have the opportunity to commit to clean air actions and share how they will lend a hand with our community.

They can choose to use the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART),

Fort Worth Transportation Authority or Denton County Transportation Authority; carpool or vanpool; limit or avoid idling; bicycle or walk instead of driving; and report smoking vehicles. Air North Texas encourages individuals, businesses and governments to make clean air choices by promoting behavioral and lifestyle changes that impact their health and the environment.

For more information, visit at AirNorthTexas.org. See ad, page 5.

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Summer Programs at Bob Jones Nature Center

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ob Jones Nature Center’s (BJNC) 2017 Eco-Explorations Camp will dive into the wonders of the Cross Timbers Forest ecosystem. Guided by TEKS-aligned environmental education curricula such as Project Learning Tree and Project WILD, instructors will lead activities on 758 acres, including observing macro invertebrates and the elusive bobcat.

BJNC educators will also lead fun, inspirational Wilderness Workshops for tweens. Each workshop focuses on a skill necessary to survive independent of technology, but also uses nature education apps and features to enhance their experience of the outdoors.

Campers will hike, track, bird, color, journal, play water games and listen to weekly presentations given by some of the most exciting and experienced naturalists and eco-educators in the DFW area.

Summer Day Camp guest speakers come from the Dallas Zoo, Zooinversity, Blackland Prairie Raptor Center, Southlake Fire Department and many more. Campers will emerge with a love of nature, knowledge of how to act responsibly toward wildlife and the environment and memories to recall for years to come.

Location: 355 E. Bob Jones Rd., Southlake.

For more information, call 817-491-6333 or visit bjnc.org/things-to-do-at-bjnc/ summer-camp and bjnc.org/things-to-doat-bjnc/tween-summer-clinics.

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newsbriefs Holistic Festival of Life Summer Event

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spectrum of life-enhancing, holistic modalities that range from specialists licensed in Western medicine that have a practice geared toward holistic living to modalities centered on the more mystical and metaphysical aspects of our being will be showcased at the Holistic Festival of Life, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., June 25, at the Plano Civic Center.

The atmosphere is festive, and throughout the day guests may enjoy dynamic speakers, yoga, movement meditation, dance, music and vendors focused healthy living. Topics include Pranic Healing, vedic chanting , ayurveda, yoga, meditation, chakra balancing, intuitive guidance, herbal nutrition, skin care, aromatherapy, reiki, feng shui, astrology, psychic readings, tarot, tantric healing, vastu shastra, massage therapy and more.

Admission and parking is free. Location: 2000 E. Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano. For more information, call 469-4014777 or visit HolisticFestivalOfLife.com.

Detoxification and Pain Relief at Vitality

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itality Life Center, in Plano, offers a wide variety of services to safely detoxify the body and enjoy relief from pain and inflammation. Far-infrared (FIR) saunas are a favorite way that owner Andy Hopkins helps his clients and members.

“Far-infrared saunas are shown to help remove toxins from our bodies, and perhaps that is a reason they aid cardiovascular health and help head off dementia,” says Hopkins.

“Everyone is being assaulted by the tens of thousands of toxins in the environment, which means FIR can help us all. We have studies from nationally known physicians who’ve used FIR as an integral part of their treatments for people who have had very serious toxicity, from heavy metals to chemicals.”

Inflammation is associated with virtually all causes of pain and degenerative disease. Along with the relaxation and energy boost experienced in the sauna, the deep, penetrating and comfortable heat of the FIR saunas help reduce inflammation. Examples of applications are minor sports-related injuries and even chronic arthritic issues.

Location: 3221 Independence Pkwy., Plano. For more information, call 972-516-1740 or visit VitalityLifeCenter.com.

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r. Alina Olteanu and Dr. Sandy Gluckman will be offering a 90-minute workshop for parents of children with anxiety and school behavior problems at noon, June 17, in Dr. Alina Olteanu Dr. Sandy Gluckman Frisco. Parents will learn how to help their children manage anxiety to be successful at school, at home and with friends and family.

Olteanu, founder and president of Whole Child Pediatrics of North Texas, says, “I see an uprise in anxiety symptoms in children of all ages from kindergarten to high school.

Anxiety is an incapacitating fear that can negatively affect a child’s entire life.”

Cost is $100. Location: 3550 Parkwood Blvd., Ste. 100, Frisco. For more information, visit WholeChildTexas.com. See ad, page 7.

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Free Myers Park Tours with Master Gardeners

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he Collin County Master Gardeners Association (CCMGA) will be hosting tours of the international awardwinning research and demonstration gardens at Myers Park and Event Center, in McKinney, from 9 a.m. to noon, June 10. CCMGA has partnered with the staff at Myers Park for more than seven years to install gardens that include perennials, annuals, crape myrtles, vegetables, herbs, grapes, shrubs and grasses, as well as demonstration gardens around the office and park entrance

Participants will learn about EarthKind gardening principles and see the beautiful plants that survive and thrive without fertilizer, pesticides or excessive irrigation. Master gardeners will be on hand to serve as guides and to answer questions.

Water conservation experts will have hands-on displays where guests can learn about drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting. The experts will answer irrigation questions and an information booth will be available to answer general gardening questions

The CCMGA Youth Education Committee will have a puppet show for children with Peter Rabbit and his friends in the pole barn.

Admission is free. Location: Myers Park and Event Center, 7117 CR 166, McKinney. For more information, call 972-548-4232 or visit ccmgatx.org.

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newsbriefs Circle N Dairy Now Sells Pork and Beef, Too

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ircle N Dairy has begun offering pasture-raised pork and grass-fed beef cut to order. Owner Michelle Neu says, “We’re raising the stock ourselves and use the same high standards we’ve insisted upon since the farm started in 1967, so our customers know exactly how their food was raised, fed and cared for.”

Circle N Family Dairy has remained dedicated to the time-honored tradition and heritage of family farming, providing North Texans with high-quality, grass-fed milk and cream for more than 50 years.

For more information, to place an order or schedule a farm tour, call 940-372-0343 or visit CircleNDairy.com. See ad, page 12.

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Learn About HeartMath

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odi Roberts, a certified HeartMath coach, is offering a four-week HeartMath Personal Resilience Program on Saturdays, beginning from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., June 24. The program is designed to help participants self-regulate their body’s response to stress and build resilience.

Roberts says, “HeartMath is a Jodi Roberts biofeedback program that helps bridge the connection between our heart and mind, allowing us to connect with who we truly are and deepen our connection to others. Participants will learn skills to use in the moment for increasing well-being, health, and personal and professional performance.”

Preregistration is required to allow time for workbook to be mailed. In addition to the group program, Roberts also offers private HeartMath coaching.

Cost is $199 and includes workbook; limited to 10 people.

Private coaching is $499. Location: Star Coyote Healing Center, located in a private residential area. Address will be provided upon registration at 469-344-6484 or the events page at StarCoyoteSoundTemple.com. See ad, page 33.

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Natural HealthFest

Boasts Numerous Expert Authorities

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he eighth annual Natural HealthFest (NHF), created and produced by Martie Whittekin, the nationally syndicated radio show host of Healthy By Nature, author and certified clinical nutritionist, will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., June 17, at the Richardson Civic Center.

Whittekin’s unique wellness event combines nutrition, natural medicine and modern science in an expo with the highest-quality health professionals and vendors with fair, consumer-focused and non-discriminatory business practices. NHF features renowned experts speaking on safe, natural ways to optimize health, increase energy, detoxify, boost immunity and improve weight loss and beauty.

More than 60 exhibit booths will showcase cutting-edge health equipment, products and services, including dietary supplements, health modalities, skin care and gourmet natural foods; some offer free screenings and product samples. A slate of expert speakers will discuss a wide range of heathrelated topics:

n Doug Kaufmann is the host of the television show Know the Cause and is known for his expertise on fungus as it pertains to disease. n Fred Pescatore, M.D., is the bestselling author of many books related to weight loss and natural medicine’s most innovative cures.

n Howard Garrett, known as “the dirt doctor,” is a nationally known radio host and expert in organic methods for managing lawns and gardens. n Gus Kotsanis, M.D., is a local integrative physician and expert on cancer and other hard-to-treat conditions. n Darcy Brunk, DC, is an expert in microcurrents for pain, and regenerative medicine using stem cells from umbilical cords. n Bethany Montecalvo is an aesthetician and expert in natural and organic methods of skin care and makeup. n Michael Einsohn, DC, is an expert in the fields of thermography, nutrition and naturopathic methods for healing. n Brian LeCompte, M.D., is an integrative physician and expert in ozone and prolotherapy.

Whittekin says, “We understand that people want time to visit the exhibitors, so we have grouped the speakers into panels with ample time for Q&A. Whether individuals want to optimize their good health, solve a chronic complaint or even fight a life-threatening illness, Natural HealthFest’s talks and exhibits are a tremendous resource.”

Tickets are $10 online. Admission at the door is $15, but look for a $5 off coupon in this magazine. Location: 411 W. Arapaho Rd., Richardson. To purchase tickets, visit NaturalHealthFest.com. See ad, page 3.

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etting off the couch and just moving may help slow the aging process in women that do not lead active lifestyles. Researchers from the University of California at San Diego measured the telomere lengths of white blood cells in 1,481 women between the ages of 64 and 95.

Telomere lengths are a measure of aging within genes.

After adjusting for other health and lifestyle factors, the researchers found that the women with less physical activity had shorter telomere lengths than those with more active lifestyles.

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Inactive Lifestyle Accelerates Aging

High-Intensity Workouts May Keep People Coming Back study from McMaster University, in Hamilton, Ontario, has found that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) makes working out more enjoyable for individuals that struggle with regular exercise. Jennifer Heisz, lead author and assistant professor in the kinesiology department, observes, “Enjoyment during the first weeks of adopting a new exercise program may be especially important for preventing dropouts.�

Researchers divided 40 sedentary, healthy adults into two groups. One participated in HIIT, which consists of short bursts of intense exercises, followed by lower-intensity recovery periods, for six weeks; the other group performed ongoing moderate exercises. The researchers discovered that while both groups started out with equal enjoyment levels, the HIIT group enjoyed their workouts more as they gained strength, while the moderate group reported unchanged or decreased enjoyment levels.

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

Safe and Smart Clarity for Expiration Dates on Food Many Americans have been confused by the “Sell By” labels on groceries for 40 years. Now, the Food Marketing Institute and the Grocery Manufacturers Association, the two largest industry trade groups, are adopting voluntary standardized regulations to clarify.

Instead of using up to 10 different phrases to communicate safety, they have settled on just two: “Use By”, a safety designation to indicate when perishable foods are no longer good; and “Best if Used By”, an estimate of when the manufacturer thinks the product should be consumed for peak flavor.

Studies show that consumers generally believe the current labels all signal whether a product is safe to eat, and that it will still be okay well after its so-called expiration date. At the same time, prematurely tossed groceries dominate landfills and produce greenhouse gas emissions. The U.S. Department of Agriculture and a coalition of environmental groups have been urging the industry to clear this up. The change is scheduled to take hold in July 2018.

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Evolution of a Family Dairy Farm

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ircle N Family Dairy has been dedicated He says the website Raw-Milk-Facts.com is to the time-honored tradition and heria great source of information for consumers tage of family farming since 1967, when looking for information about benefits. family patriarch Charles Neu and his wife Mary In addition to raw milk and raw cream, started the dairy. Their oldest son, Tommy, Circle N Dairy also offers raw Greek yogurt, joined his father in the dairy after high school, raw sour cream, farm-fresh eggs, local raw and in 1999, he and his wife, Michelle, took honey, local organic produce, home-canned, over after Charles retired. baked and crafted items, a large variety of

Wanting to maintain the “old fashioned Wisconsin cheese (which is not made with freshness”, but also improve upon it, the couple raw milk) and more. And this year, they are invested in a modern milking parlor and built also raising pigs and beef cows, and will be a freestall barn that allows the cows can come offering their customers pasture-raised pork Tommy Neu in milking parlor and grass-fed beef in keeping with the same and go as they please. Though the cows prefer while grandkids watch. to be outdoors, when they do venture inside, high standards on which the farm was founded. they enjoy a barn with rubber-filled mattresses, a misting sys According to Michelle, buying the milk and meat right tem and cooling fans where they can stay cool in the summer on the farm also has its advantages. “We offer tours of the and warm in the winter while they enjoy their silage. To further farm to all size groups such as schools, scout and homeensure the health of their cows and the quality of the milk, the school groups, or anyone wanting to learn and see where Neus also grow their own crops to feed the cows using the their food comes from and how it was raised, fed and cared most sustainable and organic approaches possible. for. Buying on the farm and meeting the farmer is the best

“Healthy cows produce the best quality milk,” explains way to truly understand the difference and be sure you’re getTommy. “Our herd is grass-fed on pasture and supplemented ting the very best for your family.” with feedstuffs such as hay, wheat and barley [no corn] silage Although changes have been made at Circle N Dairy that is grown right here on our farm.” over the years, one thing remains the same: their dedica “Our children grew up on raw milk, so we have seen tion to family tradition, integrity and high quality. The the benefits,” notes Michelle. “We wanted to be able to share Neus’ youngest son, Kevin, and his wife, Amber, now work what we know and give people the opportunity to see the with them on the farm, and Tommy and Michelle say they benefits for themselves. The milk has been tested thoroughly wouldn’t have it any other way. “This has always been a famby the state and is absolutely safe for consumption—not to ily operation and we like it that way and want it to continue,” mention that the bottled milk products are better tasting, says Tommy. more wholesome and provide optimum nutrition for you and your family,” she says.

Circle N Family Dairy is located four miles west of I-35 on

The Neus insist the benefits of raw milk are manifold.

U.S. 82, in Gainesville. For more information, to place an “Because the milk is not heated, the enzymes are not deorder, check meat availability or schedule a tour, call 940stroyed and therefore, it’s more digestible,” states Tommy.

372-0343 or visit CircleNDairy.com. See ad, page 12.

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Food Allergies and Arthritis

by Zhanping Lu

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rthritis is one of the most debilitating conditions in our culture and the number one cause of lost work days at aerospace giant Boeing.

Treatments are limited and almost solely focused on anti-inflammatory medications, not on eliminating the original causes of that inflammation.

The inflammation, swelling and pain of arthritis could actually be caused by the foods that we eat. Not because of nutrition, but because we might be allergic to them.

These are not the kind of allergies that cause rashes and a stuffy nose, but the kind that can become imbedded in the joints. There are two main types of food allergies: Type 1, or immediate-onset food allergy (IgE), and Type 3, or delayedonset food allergy (IgG).

Type 1 occurs when the body produces IgE antibodies to certain allergic foods that are ingested and the body shows an adverse, immediate, often severe reaction. The response to allergens can even be life-threatening.

Type 3, on the other hand, occurs when the body produces IgG antibodies in reaction to an allergenic food, which can take two to four days for the symptoms to manifest. It is difficult to determine which foods are causing discomfort because the reaction is neither severe nor immediate. They can be vague and do not present an immediate threat to life. They can, however, cause joint pain and many unpleasant health conditions.

Allergies can occur at different levels. A mild allergic reaction on the skin that may turn it pink or cause a slight sniffle. A severe allergic reaction can cause hives or bloating. One study of 30 patients that suffered from rheumatoid

arthritis were put on a fast, and then fed specific new foods every other day for about 10 days and then continued for 13 months. A second group ate the regular diet that they were used to. After the study was over, the patients on restricted diets had significant loss of pain, stiffness and could move more easily compared to the control group.

Common foods such as dairy, gluten, vegetables, sugar, peppers and even eggplant can be a source of arthritis pain due to an allergy. We might want to have an allergy test performed by a doctor, because it might be a combination of thing that make our fingers hurt so bad we can’t use a typewriter, or it might or it might be just one food that when removed will make us feel better and move easier.

Most people know that lung cancer, high blood pressure and heart disease are a majors results of smoking and tobacco use. Smoking has also been linked to some forms of arthritis, but is seldom talked about. Remember that in order to alleviate arthritis pain, we must undergo allergy elimination treatments instead of pain killers.

Zhangping Lu, DC, M.D. (China), owner of new Star Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Wellness Center, integrates chiropractic, Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture and Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Techniques (NAET). For appointments, call 972-519-8488. For more information, visit dfwAcupunctureChiropractic.com. See ad, page 7.

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How Better to Love Ourselves

by Lee Wolak

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elf-love and relationships mean so much to so many people. There are myriad books, magazines and movies to prove that. Many people wonder if there is such a thing as a perfect relationship and why there is so much pain in so many relationships.

Perfection and pain are all about perspective. In most relationships, we are unconsciously seeking fulfillment from outside ourselves, but that’s not what relationships and love are all about.

Love isn’t something we do or make; it is about acceptance and seeing the divine in ourselves and our partner. It is a way of being and living life.

Self-love is to fully accept ourselves in this and every moment, while evolving to our greatest self-chosen potential. The times we get hurt are the times we give away our power.

Master Self-Love Before we can love someone else, we must first love ourselves, and self-love has to do with knowing who we are.

It’s about knowing that we are more than just our physical presence: that’s only one aspect of us.

We have a body, mind and a soul that is the expression of the infinite. That soul is perfect. It is whole. It is complete. There is nothing missing.

When we realize that nothing is missing from who we are, we’ll realize how powerful we are. Wen we start liv-

Accepting ourselves and knowing that we are already enough brings us into alignment with what we truly aim to achieve in every relationship we establish: a supporting, loving partnership that strengthens us and our partner throughout our life experiences. ing in that power and being true to our soul, we will attract the friends and life partner that will support and grow us as we create and live a purpose-filled life.

A key part of building awareness and more self-love is to develop a persistent and consistent daily spiritual practice, such as meditation, affirmations and spiritual mind treatments (affirmative prayer).

Our body and mind are the house and our soul is a foundation the house is built upon. Every house needs updates, repairs, care, cleaning and more, but in order for that house to stand strong, the foundation needs to be strong, too. It is perfect and there is nothing missing from it. Meditation is key to knowing our foundation.

Accept Ourselves and Know We Are Enough When we look at ourselves from our soul’s point of view, there is nothing missing, and we should be able to accept ourselves as we are in this moment. Accepting ourselves and knowing that we are already enough brings us into alignment with what we truly aim to achieve in every relationship we establish: a supporting, loving partnership that strengthens us and our partner throughout our life experiences. It is not until we can fully and completely accept ourselves that we can fully and completely accept another. This is true unconditional love.

Rev. Lee Wolak is the spiritual director of Agape Center for Spiritual Living.

For more information, visit AgapeCSL.com. See ad, page 22.

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Spirituality as a Guiding Principle An Interview with Robyn Abramczyk, DDS

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obyn Abramczyk, DDS, is the founder of Smile Ranch Dentistry.

She specializes in general dentistry with a holistic approach and holds memberships in Academy of General Dentistry, Holistic Dental Association, International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine and others.

Abramczyk is intrinsically guided by her spirituality in both her personal and professional life.

What does spirituality mean to you, and how has it guided your life?

Spirituality is the center of my life. This is partly due to my upbringing; I was raised in a very spiritual family. I am a Jesus follower, and hold in my heart nonjudgmental love and see everyone through Christ’s eyes. I believe each individual is more of a spiritual being than a natural being, and my faith is my moral compass. Whenever I make big or little decisions, I base my choices on where I am spiritually guided.

How has your faith influenced your business?

Before I studied dentistry, I was a single mom and pregnant outside of wedlock, but God gave me the courage and strength to not listen to those around me who said I can’t live my dreams. I really knew in my heart that I was supposed to be a doctor, and listened to voice of God. Because I was obedient, God brought people out of woodwork to help me along the way; from getting my master’s to writing my thesis to taking the dental school entrance exam to my first three years of dental school—all while single and working.

Through all of the financial hardship I endured, God was there with me. As a single mom, it was so hard, but I did it because I had faith and was obedient.

Fast forward to me in my practice, where I have the chance to reach out and heal people every single day. God is really using us to touch people in mighty ways. He works through us and is getting all of the glory. All of the lives touched and all of the bodies and mouths healed is thanks to him.

How do you see people’s awakening spirituality influencing local issues?

Here’s what I feel: in the wake of a lot of things that have been happening in the world as of late—and I’m even thinking back to 9/11—I’ve never seen so much racial division and political unrest. And I feel that in the wake of these events, people have a hunger to get back to basics and realize who they truly are. When I look at those around me, I see people coming from a place or love or fear. When we come

from fear, we see division, hatred and frustration. It becomes easy to love and extend grace to those who live in fear. We need to love and I feel part of my purpose is to heal and love those in my sphere of influence.

I truly believe that deep down, humanity is good, and this goes back to spirituality and remembering who God is and what that means in an individual’s life. Even with these horrible things going on, people are turning back to God. This reminds me of another scripture verse my mom would always share with me: “God will use our stumbling block and turn it into a stepping stone.”

Are you optimistic about the state of spirituality in America?

I’m always an optimist, I see evidence that love is a greater force than division and hatred. It’s like the pendulum effect; even in a city where a small group of people are praying for the city, there can be a great change in that city.

Do you feel that there is a correlation between health and spirituality?

When I look at the whole person in my practice, I know we are more of a spiritual being. If you are vibrant in spirit, you will be vibrant in health. They are interconnected, and one can’t have true health unless their spiritual life is healthy.

What are some words of advice that you can offer spiritual seekers?

Today there are so many distractions around us that sometimes it’s hard to set aside time to work on spirituality, but it’s critical first thing in morning to not turn on your cell phone, and instead, spend time with God. The first thing I do is I have that alone time with him and meditate on his love for me. The way I believe is that we are created in his image and that we are fearfully and wonderfully made.

Whenever I would feel down, my mom would tell me to pray out of my need. If I’m struggling financially or with a certain relationship, invariably, I can find someone around me with the same issue; and so I pray for them and for that need, which is also my need. When I go to God on their behalf and pray to help restore, reconcile or alleviate their need three things happen: 1. I am able to get out of only thinking about myself. 2. I always feel better. 3. Amazing things happen.

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HealthWorks: A Family Wellness Center Gentle Upper Cervical Chiropractic Techniques

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hristy Porterfield, DC, and Jennifer

Taylor explains, “The type of Taylor, DC, are the founders and people who come into our office want owners of HealthWorks: A Family to make a difference in their world.

Wellness Center, in Plano. They specialWe have adults who want to be fully ize in gentle techniques in upper cervithere mentally, physically and spiritucal, pediatrics and pregnancy, offering ally so they can perform at their very nutrition and lab interpretation services best—all the way from moms who for both wellness and condition care. want to be at the top of their game Taylor explains, “HealthWorks offers for their kids to lifelong professionals world-class concierge model care. It’s who want to change the world in their simple, cost-effective and gives families Healthworks team (L to R): Dr. Jennifer Taylor, own individual way. We see teens, Kaitlin Schraub, Dee Dee Cox, the opportunity plan their health for kids and infants whose parents want Dr. Christy Porterfield vitality and success.” to give the gift of health to see them

Porterfield says, “At HealthWorks, our team will take a grow strong and healthy.” step-by-step approach to your health. First, we look at the

“Many of our parents say that they want something diffoundation of health, which is brain-body communication. If ferent for their children’s health than they see in their child’s your brain can’t find your body, then your body can’t work right peer group,” notes Porterfield. “They choose to work on a and certainly can’t heal correctly. With chiropractic care, we healthy lifestyle with a foundation of a healthy nerve system, create an environment of communication and healing, allowing nutrition and movement, and seek to avoid prescriptions the brain and body to do what they were designed to. After we whenever possible.” have a foundation of brain-body communication, we need to strengthen the pillars of health: move well, think well and eat HealthWorks: A Family Wellness Center, is located at 2317 well.” HealthWorks offers upper cervical chiropractic care, the Coit Rd., Ste. B, in Plano. For appointments, call 972-612most precise and gentle form of chiropractic, often resolving 1800. For more information, visit HealthWorksTX.com. See issues that have been problematic for years or decades. ad, page 24.

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treated in emergency rooms for misusing prescription opioids, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

A majority of Americans feel pain on a daily basis.

Break Free of

Such statistics expose the magnitude of the problem of chronic pain. “It’s daunting, but there are many natural ways to address it that are inexpensive, effective and with what I call side benefits rather than negative side effects,” says Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, of Kona, Hawaii, author of the smartphone app Cures A-Z. Complementary, integrative or functional medicine, all names for a holistic approach to health care, offer a comforting wealth of gentle ways to address chronic pain, most of which the vast majority of conventional medical doctors are unaware, says Daniel Cherkin, Ph.D., senior investigator emeritus with the Group Health Research Institute, at the University of Washington, in Seattle.

CHRONIC PAIN

Natural Ways to Feel Much Better

by Kathleen Barnes

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ccording to the National Center for Health Statistics, 25 percent of Americans, or 76.2 million, are suffering from pain that lasts more than 24 hours at this very moment: Ouch!

Lower back pain alone keeps Americans from going to work a total of 149 million days each year, costing the U.S. economy $100 to $200 billion, reports the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Other common types of chronic pain affect musculoskeletal tissues, knees, hips or the neck. Migraines and severe headaches plague 16.6 percent of adults over 18, per a National Health and Nutrition Survey. Neurological discomfort can reach as high as 12.4 percent, estimates a study from the Mayo Clinic, in Rochester, Minnesota. Even visceral or organ pain associated with heart disease, cancer and pelvic diseases occur in at least 20 percent of the global population, according

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to the International Association for the Study of Pain, in Seattle.

If chronic pain is affecting you, you feel it and want relief—right now.

Watch Out for Opioids

Unfortunately, conventional medicine often has little to offer most pain patients. Even for something as pervasive as back pain, surgery and steroid injections are usually an unsatisfactory first line of defense, having mixed results at best, seconded by prescriptions for addictive opioid painkillers.

Dr. Nora D. Vokov, director of the National Institute of Drug Abuse, told the U.S. Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control in 2014 that there were an estimated 2.1 million people in the U.S. suffering from substance abuse disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers in 2012. The problem is worsening. Every day, 1,000 people are

“Effective natural treatments include yoga, acupuncture, chiropractic, meditation, lifestyle changes and exercise,” notes Cherkin. “But since they’re not in most doctors’ medical training or learned repertoire for pain relief, patients aren’t offered the opportunity to try them.”

What Helps Relieve Pain Here are just some of the many natural and affordable forms of pain relief.

Try the Yass method: Mitchell Yass, Ph.D., of St. John’s, Florida, author of The Pain Cure Rx, is busting the myth that musculoskeletal pain is often caused by osteoarthritis. “Arthritis or joint deterioration is rarely the cause of joint pain,” says Yass. He points out that 90 percent of people over 60 have herniated discs, but no associated pain.

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Go Natural for Effective Relief

Address underlying trauma: Osteopath Maud Nerman, of Novato, California, author of Healing Pain and Injury, has broad experience in treating neurological problems and brain injuries and often focuses on physical and emotional trauma as an underlying cause of chronic pain.

She explains that the autonomic nervous system that directs unconscious body functions like breathing, digestion and heartbeat is interrupted by such trauma.

“Trauma literally shocks the nervous system,” she says. “The body cannot turn off the ‘fight-or-flight’ reaction, causing a firestorm of inflammation that can lead to a variety of serious diseases, overwhelming the body’s ability to manage its own healing.” Her work has showed how readjusting the body, restoring breathing and reactivating the autonomic nervous system can provide relief in short order.

Consider lifestyle, diet and supplements: “Pain is like the ‘check oil’ light on a car’s dashboard. It signals that something needs attention,” says Teitelbaum, author of Pain Free 1-23. “If the oil light goes on, putting a Band-Aid over it or smashing it with a hammer won’t help.”

Teitelbaum recommends an energy optimization approach he dubs SHINE that addresses underlying causes of chronic pain that has worked for 91 percent of the people he’s treated for fibromyalgia and muscle pain.

Sleep—Eight to nine hours a night

helps replenish energy and heal muscles.

Hormones—Treat hormone imbalances even if lab tests are “normal”.

Immunity—Dysfunctional immune systems and persistent infections can lead to chronic pain.

Nutrition—In Teitelbaum’s studies,

optimizing nutritional support, especially B vitamins, vitamin D, ribose, coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and magnesium, was helpful. A healthy, high protein, low sugar diet is effectively complemented by a variety of herbs and nutrients, primarily curcumin, boswellia, willow bark and fish oil, nutrients that widespread studies show stop pain better than pharmaceuticals. He’s also a strong proponent of eliminating sugar entirely because it causes inflammation.

Exercise—Daily exercise speeds the healing process and after 10 weeks following the first four SHINE steps, will increase the capacity to exercise.

For migraines, Teitelbaum advocates vitamin B2 (riboflavin). Numerous studies support the effectiveness of dosages of 400 milligrams per day to prevent migraines. After just six weeks of use, a German study published in the European Journal of Neurology shows thats taking a daily riboflavin supplement cut the number of migraine days in half for participants and significantly reduced the amount of migraine medication needed.

Tap for Relief: Also known as the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Tapping Solutions founder Nick Ortner, of Newtown, Connecticut, says “Tapping sends a calming signal to the amygdala in the brain, turning off the fight or flight stress response and allowing the body to heal.” The physical tapping opens up the body’s energy meridians and allows them to relax so the natural healing process can take place, Ortner explains.

EFT combines tapping on specific body points while repeating appropriate affirmative statements such as: “Even though I have this [pain], I love, accept and forgive myself.”

He recalls a woman that arrived at a seminar he led with a toothache that had lasted for years. Doctors had done X-rays, seen an infection and prescribed antibiotics to no good effect. He asked her if she recalled when the pain began; without hesitation, she answered, “When my mother passed away unexpectedly.”

“So we started working together and the pain reduced significantly right away and eventually disappeared completely,” says Ortner. A follow-up with her dentist showed no sign of the former problem.

Up to now, the EFT research is positive. One study from the Energy Medicine University, in Mill Valley, California, found it helped people with chronic pain (some coping with severe fatigue and fibromyalgia) feel physically and emotionally better in as little as a month; another from the Foundation for Epigenetic Medicine, in Santa Rosa,

Yogic Breathing Brings Relief

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n ancient yogic breathing practice, or pranayama, is used to rebalance the autonomic nervous system.

Dr. Maud Nerman strongly recommends alternate nostril breathing for those that experience chronic pain caused by physical or emotional trauma.

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Yass treats patients based on his observation that in up to 98 percent of the cases he sees, weak muscles are the underlying cause of joint pain, and strengthening them provides relief. He says his prescribed exercises are usually effective in days or a few weeks.

“Pain is an indication of tissue in distress. For example, pain in the shoulder area is often an impingement of the bicep,” he says. His prescription is strengthening exercises using hand weights for the trapezoid, tricep and serratus anterior muscles. His book suggests a detailed self-diagnosis program and the necessary exercises to strengthen muscles and relieve joint pain (more at Tinyurl.com/YassIntroInfo).

Here’s a basic practice: n After folding the middle two fingers of the right hand down, press the right nostril closed. n Inhale to the count of four. n Hold both nostrils closed for a count of eight. n Release the right nostril and exhale to a count of eight. n Repeat on the other side. n Continue for at least three minutes, alternating sides throughout. natural awakenings

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California, showed substantially reduced trauma in institutionalized abused teenagers after just one EFT session.

Meditation vs. Medication:

Meditation may not resolve the underlying cause of chronic pain, but research from the University of Alabama demonstrates it can interrupt pain signals to the brain. It’s at least as effective as opioid painkillers in relieving chronic pain, according to a study led by Cherkin at the University of Washington.

His team’s 342 subjects that had experienced back pain weekly for at least a year were offered either eight meditation and yoga classes, eight cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) sessions or just keeping up their own regular daily routines that did not include yoga and meditation. The results, recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, confirm what numerous other studies have reported: 44 percent experienced a

“meaningful reduction” in pain within six months of the meditation or CBT sessions, equal to results reported by people taking addictive opioid pharmaceuticals.

More, the pain relief continued for up to two years, even if the subjects stopped doing actual sitting meditation.

“Meditation changes the way people think about pain and how they develop skills to keep it from becoming a major focus in their lives,” observes Cherkin.

Regardless of the mechanism, experts in a holistic approach to chronic pain relief agree that encouraging self-control, self-determination and self-empowerment makes a huge difference in patients’ abilities to control pain more naturally and effectively.

Kathleen Barnes is author of numerous natural health books, including Our Toxic World: A Survivor’s Guide. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

How to Tap Away Pain

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apping, or Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), soothes the body by turning off the “fight or flight” stress response that can cause inflammation and worsen pain, according to Tapping Solutions founder Nick Ortner, of Newtown, Connecticut. Here’s how to do it:

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Identify the problem (e.g., pain in back of neck).

Rate the intensity of feelings about the problem on a scale of one to 10.

Compose a statement about it (e.g., “Even though I have intense neck pain today, I deeply and completely accept myself”).

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Using one or two fingers on one hand, tap the “karate chop” area on the outer edge of the other hand while repeating the statement three times.

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* chin * inner collarbone * under arm * top of head

While repeating, e.g., “intense neck pain,” using firm, but gentle pressure, use either two or four fingers to tap these areas, on either side, five to seven times in sequences as follows:

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* side of eyebrow * side of eye * under eye * under nose

Source: The Tapping Solution for Pain Relief, by Nick Ortner; instructional video at Tinyurl.com/JessicaOrtnerTapping.

Refocus on the original problem and rate its intensity. Restate what you’re feeling, as needed.

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Whole Body Thermography and Wellness Detect Problems While They are Still Preventable

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enie Fields, DC, owner of Whole Body etry scans over the past 11 years. Fields has Thermography and Wellness, states, “My also taken many courses in nutrition and is business is composed of gentle chirocurrently working toward certification in funcpractic care, whole body thermometry, nutritiontional medicine. al recommendations and remedies for optimal

According to Fields, “The best time to wellness. I look at the whole person, not just one have a whole body thermometry scan is before aspect, like low back pain, for example. there are symptoms. I will scan all organs,

“I believe in prevention and helping glands, teeth and breast, and look for how people live long, healthy, pain-free lives. It’s these areas regulate from a neuro-physiological human nature to believe that if we aren’t sick aspect. This is a functional test, not a structural or feeling any discomfort or pain that we are test such as an X-ray. It’s all about prevention.” healthy, but this is not always the case. A

As Fields describes her method, “I offer Genie Fields, DC cardiac problem is just one example. A healthy a 15-minute consultation free of charge for all heart won’t have a heart attack, but many times there are no patients who are interested in how thermometry or chirosymptoms until the day of a heart attack. So would you say practic care can help them. The cost of the thermometry scan that that person was healthy before his heart attack? I believe includes a follow-up visit to discuss the results and possible not. Painless, non-invasive thermometry is a neuro-physiolog- next steps.” She also takes referrals from practitioners for a ical test and an excellent tool to find areas that need attenwhole body thermometry scan, forwards them the results and tion and monitor the progress being made,” says Fields. is available to discuss the results with that practitioner.

“I use cutting-edge technology in the field of physi “Yes, I can help someone feel better with gentle adjustcal vascular therapy to help people increase their energy ments; however, there are other factors as well that play a level, mental acuity, immune system and heal quicker after role, such as lifestyle, nutritional components and the body’s injury,” she explains. “I believe that many times in the ability to heal,” says Fields. “Addressing all of this leads to world of health, less is more. Our bodies were made to heal longer-lasting results. My chiropractic adjustments are very themselves when given the proper nutrition and are able to gentle, and as I was a massage therapist before receiving my detox properly.” chiropractic degree, I always address the soft tissue, as well.

Fields is a licensed chiropractor who graduated from My patients can feel comfortable, relax and not feel rushed Parker Chiropractic College, in Dallas, in 2004. She notes, “I during their visits.” chose the chiropractic field because I align with the philosophy of healing without drugs or surgery.” She is certified in Whole Body Thermography and Wellness is located at whole body thermometry and worked for the thermometry 3201 Cross Timbers Rd. Bldg. 1, Ste. 200, in Flower company Alfathermo Diagnostics training other practitioners Mound, within the Whole Health Wellness Center. For aparound the country, the UK and Canada on how to properly pointments, call 469-645-8337. For more information, visit WholeBodyThermographyAndWellness.com. See ad, page 6. use their systems. She has performed thousands of thermomnatural awakenings

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Backyard Pizza Party Grill Scrumptious Pizzas and Flatbreads

by Claire O’Neil toxin-free hardwood lump charcoal, or ummer is high season for grilling a barbecue gas grill. Grill grates can be when just about anything sizzled plain or fancy, from a pizza stone to a over high heat tastes great. Grill high-heat pizza oven—all can bring out masters Karen Adler and Judith Fertig that charcoal earthiness. recently put this theory to the test when they fired up their grills—gas and Great Grilled Breads charcoal—to cook bruschetta, panini, “No patio pizzeria repertoire is flatbreads and pizzas. The results tasted complete without a signature grilled so good that they created a cookbook: bread. It’s one of the easiest and most Patio Pizzeria: Artisan Pizza and Flatflavorful appetizers ever,” says Adler. breads on the Grill.

This dish starts with good whole

Here are a few pointers using a grain bread, liberally brushed with backyard charcoal-style approach, with

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extra-virgin olive oil on both sides, and then grilled and topped with any number of vegetable mixtures, from fresh sliced tomatoes to sautéed bell peppers or broccoli rabe and garlic. “The bread slices should be big enough to manage on the grill grates with long-handled grill tongs,” she says. “Simply cook on each side until the bread has good grill marks, then add toppings.”

For flatbread, Fertig suggests starting with a pound of fresh pizza dough—healthy grain, if preferred— cut into four pieces. Pat each piece into an oval on a floured surface.

“The good thing about flatbread is that it can be just about any shape, so the pressure is off to make it perfectly round.” Brush each oval with olive oil before transferring it directly onto the hot grill grate. When the dough bubbles up like a pancake, turn it with grill tongs and cook the other side. Then top the grilled flatbread with mixtures like honey, pistachios and chive blossoms or freshly chopped herbs and grated pecorino cheese. “Grilled flatbread can go vegan, vegetarian or ‘omnivore-ean’,” she says.

Tiny Pizzas with Big Flavor

Another variation is to step up from flatbread to small, individual pizzas, or pizzettes. For this, use the same

fresh pizza dough, but roll it into four perfect rounds. One by one, the rounds go on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brushed with olive oil.

“Placing the dough on the oiled parchment paper first and then flipping it upside-down on the grill grates helps keep the dough’s shape better than placing it directly on the grates by hand. This quick flip-and-peel motion is easy once you do it a time or two.

Keeping the pizzas small also makes them easier to maneuver on the grill,”

advises Adler. After each pizzette bubbles up like a pancake, it needs to be turned and moved to the indirect, or no-heat, side of the grill. There, it gets pizza toppings and can sit for a while with the grill lid closed, so the toppings melt.

Served with a fresh salad or summer fruit, a flatbread or pizzette makes for a perfect summer meal on the grill.

Claire O’Neil is a freelance writer in Kansas City, MO.

Broccoli Rabe and Garlic Bruschetta

Pizzeria Recipes

Baby Arugula, Ricotta, Sea Salt and Olive Oil Pizzas Yields: 4 (6-to-8-inch) pizza servings

Fresh baby arugula on top gives this pizza a fresh first bite, with creamy, tangy, salty and grill-icious to follow.

1 cup ricotta cheese 1 /4 tsp dried red pepper flakes 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 /4 tsp coarse sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 lb prepared pizza dough, garlic and herb-flavored, if possible; whole wheat, natural grain or gluten-free if preferred Unbleached all-purpose or gluten-free flour for rolling out and dusting Extra-virgin olive oil for brushing 1 /4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese 4 cups baby arugula (about 6 oz)

Stir together the ricotta, red pepper flakes and olive oil in a small bowl and adjust the seasonings to taste.

Set aside.

Prepare an indirect medium-hot fire in the grill, with heat on one side and no heat on the other.

Divide the dough into four portions.

On a floured surface, pat or roll each portion into a 6-to-8-inchdiameter circle.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush olive oil into a circle that’s a little larger than a pizza, and then place a pizza on the oiled circle. Brush the top of the pizza with olive oil.

Lift the pizza by holding the ends of the parchment paper. At a height of about 6 inches above the grill, flip the circle of dough onto the hot side of the grill grates. Quickly peel off the parchment and close the lid. Grill the pizza for 2 to 3 minutes, or until it has good grill marks.

Turn the pizza with tongs and move it to the indirect side. Spread the pizza with one-quarter of the ricotta and sprinkle with one-quarter of the Pecorino Romano. Cover and grill for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese has melted. Repeat the process with the other pizzas. To serve, top each pizza with 1 cup of arugula.

Yields: 8 servings

Hearty greens such as broccoli rabe, kale, Swiss chard and spinach are interchangeable here. A quick sauté until greens are wilted keeps dark colors brilliant. Pile the greens, still dripping with olive oil, atop the toasted bread for an appetizer or delicious side with pasta or pizza.

For the sautéed broccoli rabe: 8 oz broccoli rabe, chopped 1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 /8 tsp kosher or sea salt Pinch of red pepper flakes (less than 1/8 tsp)

For the bruschetta: 8 slices (1/2-inch-thick) of Italian country (or gluten-free) bread 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

For the sautéed broccoli rabe, in a large skillet on the stovetop, heat 2 tablespoons of water and add the broccoli rabe and garlic. Cook until soft, 6 to 8 minutes. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with the red pepper flakes and salt. Adjust the seasonings to taste.

For the bruschetta, prepare a medium-hot fire in the grill. Brush each slice with the olive oil and grill 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until it has good grill marks.

Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the wilted broccoli rabe on each bruschetta and serve warm.

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Thai Shrimp Pizzettes with Coconut and Chiles Yields: 4 (6-to-8-inch) pizza servings

Green curry paste, available in the Asian section of the grocery, contains green chiles, lemongrass and other tasty seasonings. Ingredients include enough shrimp for nibbling before scattering the bulk of them on the pizzettes.

For the green curry coconut sauce: 1 cup fresh or canned coconut milk, well shaken 2 tsp green curry paste Juice of 1 lime (about 1 Tbsp)

For the shrimp pizzettes: 1 lb large shrimp (31 to 35), peeled and deveined Extra-virgin olive oil for brushing 1 lb prepared pizza dough, whole wheat, natural grain or gluten-free if preferred Unbleached all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour for rolling out and dusting 1 /4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

For the green curry coconut sauce, stir together the coconut milk, green curry paste and lime juice in small bowl. Set aside.

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For the shrimp pizzettes, soak 8 (12inch) bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare an indirect medium-hot fire in the grill, with heat on one side and no heat on the other.

Thread the shrimp onto the prepared skewers and brush with olive oil.

Grill shrimp over direct heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until firm, opaque and pink.

Divide the dough into four portions.

On a floured surface, pat or roll each portion into a 6-to-8-inch-diameter circle.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush olive oil into a circle that’s a little larger than a pizza, and then place a pizza on the oiled circle. Brush the top of the pizza with olive oil.

Lift the pizza by holding the ends of the parchment paper. At a height of about 6 inches above the grill, flip the circle of dough onto the hot side of the grill grates. Quickly peel off the parchment and close the lid. Grill the pizza base for 2 to 3 minutes, or until it has good grill marks. Turn the pizza with tongs and move it to the indirect heat side.

Spread the pizza with one-quarter of the green curry coconut sauce. Cover and grill for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, or until the topping has melted.

Repeat the process with the other pizzas. To serve, top each pizza with grilled shrimp and cilantro.

Source: Patio Pizzeria, by Karen Adler and Judith Fertig; adapted, with the permission of Running Press.

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or moved about, which may spur aggressive behavior, so show tender care and respect. Relief typically comes when the pet rests the affected part.

Homeopathy for Joint Injury and Pain Six Remedies for Relief

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oint disease, specifically arthritis, is a common problem in dogs and cats, especially as they age. The causes are many and include obesity, inflammation, immune dysfunction and normal wear and tear in joints. Conventional therapies include steroids, non-steroidal medications, analgesic medications to control pain and surgery, when applicable.

Clinical signs of arthritis include joint stiffness, pain, difficulty getting up and down, a pet’s decreased desire to walk or exercise and increased aggression due to pain. Keep in mind that other causes may be misdiagnosed as “arthritis”, but are related to another disease.

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and finger joints by Dr. Vikas Sharma, of Chandigarh, India, may also be helpful for pets with joint injury and pain, according to The Arthritis Solution for Dogs & Cats (PetCareNaturally. com). Consult a holistic veterinarian for individual treatment options.

Arnica This is a mainstay of homeopathy, as noted in the New World Veterinary Repertory, and applies to anything related to bones and joints. It is useful for chronic arthritis, especially if the painful parts of the body seem to worsen when moved or touched.

Bryonia Alba It’s especially helpful for pets showing signs of stiffness and inflammation with pain made worse as the pet moves, especially when rising and lying down. Offset cold dry weather with warmth and humidification.

Discomfort is aggravated when the affected body part is touched, bumped

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Calcarea carbonica This remedy may ease deeply aching arthritis, particularly if bony or fibrous tissue has formed around joints. Avoid cold and dampness. Signs alerting a veterinarian to the problem may include muscle weakness, fatigue from exertion and a feeling of chilliness or sluggishness (these pets may also be hypothyroid).

Kali carbonicum Pets with advanced arthritis showing joints that are thickened or deformed may benefit from kali. Stiffness and pain are typically worse in the morning from cold, damp weather, so that’s an ideal time for applying prescribed treatment.

Rhus toxicodendron This is useful for many arthritic pets and especially those with rheumatoid arthritis, which is rare. The remedy is also beneficial for pets that start the day stiff and in pain, but improve with continued movement. Protect them from cold, wet weather conditions.

Ruta graveolens Another widely recognized arthritis remedy, ruta grav is for pets whose symptoms may be exacerbated by cold and damp and exertion. It may be prescribed for affected and damaged tendons and capsules of the joints, when arthritis may have developed from overuse, repeated wear and tear and associated chronic inflammation.

The practice of functional medicine teaches combinations of complementary therapies suited to the individual pet’s needs. Homeopathics can be a beneficial element in treating animals suffering from a variety of joint disorders.

Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. See ad, page 13.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 2 First Friday Dance – 6-8:30pm. Musical Act: Texas Strut. Lewisville Senior Activity Center, 1950A S Valley Pkwy, Lewisville. 972-219-5050.

Rods ‘n’ Raptors Kids’ Fishing Derby – 8am12pm. Bring your poles and go fishing in our pond.

Professional fisherman here to help you. Extra poles and bait available on first-come-first-serve basis.

Lots of big fish to be caught. Ages 3-16. Prizes in many categories. Blackland Prairie Raptor Center, 1625 Brockdale Park Rd, Lucas. 469-964-9696.

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M-o-o-ving Thru’ the Mud with Landon – 10am.

Seeking sponsors and volunteers for this kid-friendly mud run with obstacles for children 4-15. Fundraiser for Hope for HH. $25. Circle N Dairy, 2074 Co Rd 446, Gainesville. 940-372-0343. MudWithLandon.com.

Butterflies 101 – 10-11am. Learn about the butterflies of our area, how to identify them, and the role they play in nature. Includes a visit to the butterfly garden to see them in various stages of their development. Included in general admission; free/members. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566.

LLEA Nature Walk – 10am-12pm. Animal tracks, deer trails, trees with personality, singing birds; we

MONDAY, JUNE 5 Summer Camp at LLELA – June 5-9; June 12-16; June 19-23. 8:30am-2:30pm. Your child, age 7-13, can experience a wild summer adventure when he or she joins us at one of our week-long summer camps. Extended care available for an extra charge from 2:30-4pm. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Registration: 972-219-3550 or llela.org.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 3 National Trails Day – LLELA is sponsoring 3 unique hikes, including a morning hike at LLELA, an afternoon hike to give you a sneak peek at what will become a new nature park in Lewisville, and a night hike at LLELA. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville.

972-219-3550. For details: llela.org.

welcome. Connemara Meadow Preserve, 300 Tatum Rd, Allen. 469-200-4085.

Natural HealthFest: June 17, in Richardson never know what we’ll find on our monthly nature walk. $5/vehicle; cash or check only. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. 972-219-3550.

All About Summer Lawns – 10:15-11am. Learn what Texas lawns need in the spring from our Certified Nursery Professionals that will share the latest products, tips and tricks. Free. All Calloway’s Nursery locations. 817-222-1122.

LLEA Night Hike – 8:30-10:30pm. Follow our trail guides on a moonlit stroll down the nature trails. Ages 5 yrs & up. $11.50. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Registration required by Jun 2, 11am: 972-219-3550.

SUNDAY, JUNE 4 Bird Walk – 7-10am. Bring binoculars and field guides if have them, and learn what to watch for in habits, characteristics and calls from Gailon and Rodney, both with Prairie and Timbers Audubon Society. Can expect about 30+ species. All ages

BJNC’s 2017 Eco-Explorations Camp – Tues-Fri, June 6-Aug 11. Activities and explorations of the rich diversity of creatures present on our 758 acres, from the tiny macro invertebrates in our pond to the elusive bobcat. Various age groups. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd, Southlake. More info & registrations: 817-491-6333 or bjnc.org.

THURSDAY, JUNE 8 Green Seminar: Building Rain Barrels – 6:308:30pm. Find out how you can collect and direct rain in ways that create backyard beauty, lessen the dependence on using city water in the garden, and reduce runoff while building your very own rain barrel. Fire Station #7, 861 S Independence Pkwy, McKinney. 972-547-7335.

SATURDAY, JUNE 10 LLEA Bird Walk – 7:30-10am. Bird watchers of all skill levels are invited to join an expert birder to explore birding locations at LLELA. Ages 10 & up. $5/vehicle, cash or check only. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. 972-219-3550.

Art Boat – 9-11am. Kayak to a secluded spot, dip a paintbrush in the calm water and see how nature inspires you. All skill levels welcome; paddlers receive an introduction to kayaking on dry land before pushing off into the water. Ages 7 & up. All equipment provided. $25/person. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Registration required by June 9, 11am: 972-219-3550. llela.org.

A Walk in the Park – 9am-12pm. International award-winning Earth-Kind research and demonstration gardens tours. Master Gardeners on hand to serve as guides and answer questions. Water conservation experts will have hands-on displays to learn about drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting.

Admission free. Myers Park and Event Center, 7117 CR 166, McKinney. 972-548-4232. ccmgatx.org.

SUNDAY Sunday Celebration Service Agape Center For Spiritual Living – 10am, meditation; 10:30am, service. Noah’s Event Venue, 5280 Town Square Dr, Plano. Rev Lee Wolak: 972-468-1331. AgapeCSL.com.

WEDNESDAY Agape Community Meditation & Prayer Gathering – 6:45-8:15pm. Experience group meditation and prayer. Yeager Office Suites, 2770 Main St, Ste 158, Frisco. Rev. Lee Wolak: 972-468-1331. AgapeCSL.com.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 17 8th Annual Natural Health Fest – 9am5pm. Live radio broadcast at 8am. Whether you want to optimize your good health, solve a chronic complaint, or even fight a lifethreatening illness, Natural HealthFest’s talks and exhibits are a tremendous resource. Meet health practitioners before you make an appointment. Buy tickets online or $20 at door.

Richardson Civic Center, 411 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson. NaturalHealthFest.com.

Country Garden and Market Tour – 9am-3pm.

Tour 8 private-home gardens, farms and area wineries, as well as the new Garden of Oz educational facility. Advance tickets are $20/advance. Celina’s historic downtown square, near Walnut & Ohio sts.

More info: CelinaGardenClub.org.

Edible Fall Plants – 10:15-11am. Our Garden Series will focus on how to create a container garden full of vegetables to fit any space; from small balconies to large patios. Free. All Calloway’s Nursery locations. 817-222-1122.

Zip Line Day – 1-4pm. Soar through the treetops of the Heard Wildlife Sanctuary as you travel down the Ropes Course’s zip line. Purchase one ticket for

each time you would like to go down the zip line.

Preregistration required. For ages 10+. $12. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566.

savethedate SATURDAY, JUNE 10 Group-Trance: 2-Hr Deep Trance Session – 6:30-8:30pm. We combine hypnotic storytelling and rhythm to relax the conscious mind while using array of techniques that teach your unconscious how to feel pleasure in the face of stress, because your other mind wants to learn wonderful things. $50. Dallas Meta-Morph, Frisco. Registration required, Sherrie Grana: 512-589-2089 or DallasMeta-Morph.com.

MONDAY, JUNE 12 Gardening with Grandkids Part I – 3-4pm.

Grandparents and caregivers will learn how to engage their grandchildren in the gardening growing process. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W Main St, Lewisville. 972-219-3570.

THURSDAY, JUNE 15 Natural Networking – 11:30am-1pm. Open group.

No dues. Holistic, integrative, or “green,” business owners and professionals welcome in all areas: health/wellness, sustainability, personal growth, integrative medicine, family and relationships, financial well-being and more. Meets 3rd Thurs each month. Hosted by Natural Awakenings North Texas Magazine. Networking is $10 (cash only) or support our host restaurant by purchasing your own lunch and there is no charge for meeting. Held at Palio’s Pizza Café, 1941 Preston Rd, Ste 1004, Plano. Join our email list for reminders: bit.ly/NA-NTX2.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17 8th Annual Natural Health Fest – 9am-5pm. Live radio broadcast at 8am. Whether you want to optimize your good health, solve a chronic complaint, or even fight a life-threatening illness, Natural HealthFest’s talks and exhibits are a tremendous resource. Meet health practitioners before you make an appointment. Buy tickets online or $20 at door. Richardson Civic Center, 411 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson. NaturalHealthFest.com.

Amazing Moths – 9:30-10:30am. Sam Kieschnick, urban wildlife biologist for Texas parks and Wildlife, will teach you all about the nightlife of these nocturnal flyers. Included in general admission; free/members. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972562-5566.

Sustainable Living – 11:30am-12:30pm. Learn what you can do to create a more sustainable home and lifestyle with Tim Yatko, Lewisville’s Sustainability Specialist. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W Main St, Lewisville. 972-219-3570.

Workshop for Parents of Anxious Students – 12pm. With Dr. Alina Olteanu and Dr. Sandy Gluckman. Parents will learn tools on how to help their children manage their anxiety and be successful at school, at home, and with their friends and family. $100. Whole Child Pediatrics of North Texas, 3550 Parkwood Blvd., Ste. 100, Frisco. 214-736-1954.

WholeChildTexas.com.

Saturday at the Cabin – 12-3pm. Step back in time when you visit the historic Minor-Porter Log House. Visitors of all ages are welcome to tour the log home, smoke house and dugout. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. 972-219-3550.

TUESDAY, JUNE 20 Sprinkler Spruce Up: Quick Fixes for Beginners – 6:30-8pm. Learn how and when to water your plants, how to make simple sprinkler repairs and where to go for help. Free. Environmental Education Center, 4116 W Plano Pkwy, Plano. Registration required: 972-769-4130.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21 Gardening with the Masters – 9-11am. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd, Southlake.

More info: 817-491-6333 or bjnc.org.

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savethedate THURSDAY, JUNE 22 Open House: Rockwall Complete Healing & Wellness – 5-7pm. Will have refreshments and door prizes. 2455 Ridge Rd, Ste 151, Rockwall.

972-771-8900. RockwallColonics.com.

Sprinkler Spruce Up: DIY Drip Irrigation – 6:308pm. Learn the basics of drip irrigation, including the different types, necessary components and what questions to ask when requesting quotes or working with a licensed irrigator. Free. Environmental Education Center, 4116 W Plano Pkwy, Plano.

Registration required: 972-769-4130.

FRIDAY, JUNE 23 Nobody’s Perfect – Fri, Sat, Sun, June 23-July 16.

8pm, Fri; 2:30 & 8pm, Sat; 2:30pm, Sun. By Simon Williams. Shy and staid statistician Leonard is anxious to break into print and sends book after book to Love Is All Around, a publisher dedicated to writing “for women by women.” His efforts are rejected until he submits a novel, based on his experiences as a single parent, under the pseudonym Myrtle Banbury. When his novel is accepted, Leonard has no choice but to assume Myrtle’s identity. The Cox Building Playhouse, 1517 H Ave, Plano. 972-4904202. Theatre-Britain.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 24 Clean Air Action Day – Choose to use the Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Fort Worth Transportation Authority or Denton County Transportation Authority; carpool or vanpool; limit or avoid idling; bicycle or walk instead of driving; report smoking vehicles; and take lunch to work instead of going out to eat.

For more info: AirNorthTexas.org.

HeartMath Personal Resilience Program – Saturdays, June 24-July 15. 10:30am-12:30pm. With Jodi Roberts, certified HeartMath coach. Program designed to help participants self-regulate their body’s response to stress and build resilience. $199 includes workbook; limited to 10 people. Private coaching, $499. Preregistration required, Star Coyote Healing Center: 469-344-6484 or StarCoyoteSoundTemple.com.

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savethedate SUNDAY, JUNE 25 Holistic Festival of Life – 10am-7pm. Join the largest wellness festival in North Texas featuring dynamic speakers, yoga, movement meditation, dance, music, and amazing vendors focused healthy living. Free. Plano Centre, 2000 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano. Jennifer Rae, Director: 469401-4777. HolisticFestivalOfLife.com.

Edible Wild Plants – 3-6pm. Learn to identify edible plants that surround us. Class will consist of wild plant identification walks through the natural habitats of the area. Ages 12 & up. $30/person.

Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Registration required by June 23, 11am: 972-219-3550. llela.org.

MONDAY, JUNE 26 Kids’ Wilderness Survival Camp – June 26-30.

9am-12pm. Mark Suter and Primitive Texas will teach kids ages 6-13 how to build shelters, find edible wild plants, make fire the way of the Indians, blend into your surroundings with camouflage, and much more. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E Jones St, Lewisville. Registration: 972-219-3550 or llela.org.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28 Sprinkler Spruce Up: Take Control of Your Controller – 6:30-8pm. Learn how to make seasonal adjustments to your runtimes and how to master the “cycle and soak” method for maximum efficiency. Free. Environmental Education Center, 4116 W Plano Pkwy, Plano. Registration required: 972-769-4130.

CureSearch Ultimate Hike Information – 7-8pm.

Informational meeting about hiking 22+ miles of the Lone Star Trail while you help raise money towards finding a cure for children’s cancer, the #1 cause of death by disease in children. Free. REI Plano, 2424 Preston Rd. Register: 972-985-2241.

FRIDAY, JUNE 30 Friday Funday: Music in the Timbers – 1-2:30pm.

Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd, Southlake. More info: 817-491-6333 or bjnc.org.

plan ahead FRIDAY, JULY 21 An Evening with Dr. John Demartini: 5 Action Steps That You Can Take To Change Your Life Forever – 6:30pm, registration; 7-9pm, program. Presented by the Agape Center for Spiritual Living. He will discuss how to create a vastly more empowered and inspired life. How to raise your self-belief, your deserve level, your vision, your inspiration and your focus. Discover how to receive and achieve what you dream. $35/advance, $40/at door. Noah’s Event Venue, 5280 Towne Square Dr, Plano.

More info: AgapeCSL.com.

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diatrics of North Texas, 3550 Parkwood Blvd, Ste B-100, Frisco. RSVP requested: 214-736-1954.

WholeChildTexas.com.

Sunday Celebration Service Agape Center For Spiritual Living – 10am, meditation; 10:30am, service.

Noah’s Event Venue, 5280 Town Square Dr, Plano. Rev Lee Wolak: 972-468-1331. AgapeCSL.com.

Organic Society Meeting – 6:30pm, seed & info exchange; 7pm, meeting. 3rd Wed. Denton Organic Society. Denton Senior Center, 509 N Bell Ave, Denton. 940-382-8551.

Sunday Worship: Unity Spiritual Center of Denton Service – 10am, coffee; 11am, service. Unity takes spiritual principles and makes them practical in your life. 6071 New Hope Rd, Krugerville. 214453-0218. UnityOfNewHope.org.

Agape Community Meditation & Prayer Gathering – 6:45-8:15pm. Experience group meditation and prayer. Yeager Office Suites, 2770 Main St, Ste 158, Frisco. Rev. Lee Wolak: 972-468-1331.

AgapeCSL.com.

Horizon UU Worship Service – 10:30am-12pm. Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church, 1641 W Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton. 972-492-4940. Horizonuu.org.

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monday Dairy Farm Tours – Mon-Sat, by appt only. Experience life on a dairy farm with an educational tour including how and what cows are fed, the benefits of grass-crop based feed (silage), the milking parlor, bottle feeding baby calves along with the learning the benefits of drinking raw milk vs pasteurized milk. Everyone gets samples of milk. $7/person age 2 & up. Circle N Dairy, 2074 County Road 446, Gainesville. 940-372-0343. CircleNDairy.com.

Women’s Life Coaching Groups – 12-1:30pm. & 7-8:30pm. If you’re looking for clarity, peace, support and connection with like-minded women, join us for our weekly meetings led by two life coaches. $25. Inner Evolution Coaching, 1517 McDermott St, Allen. Amy Egan: 214-356-7646.

Beekeeping Meeting – 6:30pm. 2nd Mon. Beginner to experienced keepers welcome, ages 8-80. Free.

Collin County Hobby Beekeepers Association. Collin College Conference Center (Central Park Campus), 2200 W University Dr, McKinney. 972-843-8084.

Grapevine Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am4pm, Thurs-Sat. Eat healthy with locally-grown produce and products. Town Square Gazebo, 325 S Main St, Grapevine. 817-793-8634. FarmersMarket OfGrapevine.com.

McKinney Farmers’ Market at Adriatica – 3-6pm or sellout. Local and organic meat, dairy and produce vendors. 6851 Virginia Pkwy, W McKinney.

972-562-8790.

friday Nature Story Times – 10:30am. Designed primarily for young children and introduces a different nature-themed book each week. Included in general admission, free/Heard Museum Members. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566.

Community Dance – 7-9:30pm. 2nd & 4th Fri. Live Music, varied styles. Fun for all ages 21 and up. $5/ person Denton Senior Center, 509 North Bell Ave, Denton. 940-349-8720.

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Collin County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas Meeting – 7pm. 2nd Tues. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. More info: 972-380-4030.

2nd Saturday Bird Walk – Thru June. 8-9am. Learn more about birding. These walks are intended to help beginning and intermediate birders with bird spotting and identification techniques. Included in general admission. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972562-5566.

Buddhist Sangha – 7-9pm. The meeting of Horizon’s Buddhist covenant group. Meditation and study of the 8-Fold Path. Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church, 1641 W Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton.

972-492-4940. Horizonuu.org.

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McKinney Farmers’ Market at Chestnut Square – Thru mid-Nov. 8am-12pm. Local and organic meat, dairy and produce vendors. Locally grown and produced food and craft items. Live music. 315 S Chestnut St, McKinney. 972-562-8790.

McKinneyFarmersMarket.com.

Prenatal Class – 12-1pm. Last Wed. Designed specifically for expectant parents, this free 1-hr course with Dr. Alina Olteanu covers numerous topics on preparing for your new arrival, such as your child’s development, immunizations, breast feeding, supplements, nutrition. Whole Child Pe-

Frisco Rotary Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 21.

8am-1pm. Open air market in family fun style for local foods and goods. Live music. Coming soon: breakfast food trucks. Behind Frisco Chamber of Commerce, 8821 4th St, Frisco. Brandy Miles: 972-885-9419. FriscoRotaryFarmersMarket.com.

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A Walk in the Park: June 10, Myers Park and Event Center, McKinney Trail Running – 9am. Led by Jason Tamblyn. $10/ year. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd, Southlake. 817-491-6333.

Denton Community Market – Thru Nov. 9am1pm. A producer-only farmers’ market and art market specializing in local produce, locally produced food items and local artisan wares. Admission free.

317 W Mulberry St, Denton. DentonMarket.org.

Farmersville Farmers & Fleas Market – 9am3pm. 1st Sat. Features produce, crafts, food, jewelry, antiques and more. Onion Shed, 151 S Main, Farmersville. 972-784-6846. FarmersvilleTX.com.

Blackland Prairie Raptor Center First Saturdays – 10am-2pm. Meet raptors up-close. Take guided prairie hikes. Kids activities. Bring a picnic lunch. Blackland Prairie Raptor Center, 1625 Brockdale Park Rd, Lucas.

Erich Neupert: 972-442-7607. BPRaptorCenter.org.

Harp Music for Wellbeing – 12-1pm. 1st Sat. Come relax and listen to the harp, prescriptive music as it facilitates healing, promotes feelings of well-being and aids in transition. $15. Pilates and Yoga Studio, 200 S Austin Dr, Allen. Patsy M. Sadowski, MA, Certified Music Practitioner: 972-814-0778. Pilates-ForLife.com.

Heard Nature Photographers – 1:30-3:30pm. 2nd Sat. Photographers of all ages and experience levels.

Presentations, field trips. Membership $20/year; first two visits free. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. For more info, Tom Martin: 469-261- 3045. HeardNaturePhotographers.com

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Native Texas Butterfly House & Garden – June 3-Oct 1. Daily, except Mon. 9am-5pm, Tues-Sat; 1-5pm, Sun. Walk among free-flying native butterflies and other pollinators in our Native Texas Butterfly House & Garden. Included in general admission; free/members. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl, McKinney. 972-562-5566.

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Extra words: $1 each. To place your classified, email the listing to: Publisher@ NA-NTX.com. Deadline is noon on the 1st of the month.

Live Green in Plano (LGIP) Volunteer Program – Volunteers 13 and up need. Complete a short application and attend an orientation prior to getting started. Activities include monthly garden workdays; community creek and litter cleanups; special event support and assistance; community outreach options; administration; and more. For orientation dates & registration: LiveGreenInPlano.com.

PRACTITIONER SPACE FOR LEASE – Prime location, easy access, 1 mile from Dallas N Tollway and 121 in Frisco. Medical massage clinic in business for 5 years; 1 room available. Private, quiet room; large window; no shared wall; lovely waiting area with comfortable seating. Seeking Functional MD/DO; Counselor, Nutritionist or similar. To inquire include name, background, years of experience phone number: Contact@MassageDistrict.com.

Meditation for Children and Parents – With Dr Alina Olteanu. Children and parents can learn how to meditate in one session. Evening and weekend classes available. Afterwards, join our community of meditators once a month, for group meditations. $150. Whole Child Pediatrics of North Texas, 3550 Parkwood Blvd, Ste B-100, Frisco. For appt: 214-736-1954. WholeChildTexas.com. MeditateWithAlina.com.

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WANTED LOOKING FOR YOGA INSTRUCTOR – To share space and rent with Dance Therapy instructor in the McKinney/Allen area. Lori: 504-460-6488.

Star Coyote Events – Monthly events include gong, Tibetan bowl and crystal bowl sound journeys, shamanic journey with a drum dance, kid’s energy and creativity events, and a Wed morning class series. Please see the calendar at StarCoyoteSoundTemple.com for the exact dates and times as they change each month, or call 469-344-6484.

monthly Tea, Talk and Tour at Living Ethics School – Families of current and prospective students can learn more about the philosophy, curriculum and relationships, tour the facility and grounds and connect with other like-minded parents and families.

340 Country Club Rd, Fairview. For more info: 214-544-8338 or CenterForLivingEthics.org & InspiredLearningAcademy.org.

Introduction to Yoga Series – 3-4:30pm. An 8-wk series of 75-90-min classes of yoga and discussion.

Each week introduces an area of yoga in a way that you can jump in any time. $80. YogaJax Yoga Studio, 2001 Coit Rd, Ste 155, Plano. Preregister, Jami Jackson: 469-331-9913 or YogaJax.com.

savethedate SATURDAY Group-Trance: 2-Hr Deep Trance Session – 6:30-8:30pm. 2nd & 4th Sat. Combine hypnotic storytelling and rhythm to relax the conscious mind while using array of techniques that teach your unconscious how to feel pleasure in the face of stress, because your other mind wants to learn wonderful things. Offer 1 or 2 hr sessions. $50. Dallas Meta-Morph, Frisco. Registration required, Sherrie Grana: 512-589-2089 or DallasMeta-Morph.com.

SUPER FIRST TUESDAY SALE

20% off regular price of vitamins, supplements, protein powder, health & beauty care, skin care, aromatherapy candles, household cleaners and more. All three locations: Colleyville: 5100 Hwy 121; Alliance: 3529 Heritage Trace Pkwy; Fort Worth: 5817 Curzon Ave. SunflowerShoppe.com

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A community resource guide connecting you with local businesses and experts. To find out how you can be included in the Natural Directory, email Publisher@NA-NTX.com.

ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE, HERBS & NUTRITION Patti Carey, DAOM, LAc, CLT 2121 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Ste 107, Plano 972-704-3730 • PattiCareyLAC.com

Practicing integrative holistic Oriental Medicine using acupuncture, herbs, massage, constitutional nutrition and light therapy to prevent illness and create healing for harmony in body, mind and spirit. TX AC00812; NCCAOM 19746.

NEW STAR CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE

Dr. Zhangping Lu, DC, LAc, MD (China) 425 Maplelawn Dr, Ste 101, Plano 75075 972-519-8488 DFWAcupunctureChiropractic.com Whole-body wellness center providing chiropractic care, spinal decompression, allergy testing, NAET, IMAET, detoxification, weight loss, hormone balancing, wellness programs and more. Allnatural healing, no medication, no surgery. See ad, page 7.

AROMATHERAPY DOREY AROMATHERAPY & REFLEXOLOGY Mary Ellen Dorey, Owner Plano • 972-567-3962 DoreyAromatherapy.com

European and Ayurvedic Reflexology and aromatherapy sessions, plus a full line of products for well care, body care and natural perfumes. Reflexology works with the feet and helps to balance the subtle energy systems of the entire body leaving you feeling refreshed and energized. See ad, page 13.

BEAUTY HAIR COLOR STUDIOS

9200 E Lebanon Rd, Ste 32, Frisco 75035 214-436-4955 • HairColorStudios.com Organic color for your hair and health.

Open seven days a week. “No-Neck-Pain” wash basins have built-in headrest for your comfort and to protect your neck. See ad, page 22.

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HELLO GORGEOUS MAKEOVER SALON & SPA Helen Gibson-Nicholas, Owner 111 Fountain Ct, Fairview 70569 972-549-4249 • HelloGorgeous.com

We have it all: air-brush makeup and biologic air-brush tanning, body detox wraps, ionic foot detox, Bright White teeth whitening, antiaging aloe facials, lunch time facelift, Brazilian blowouts, bridal/ prom hair and makeup and more. See ad, page 31.

MOR WELLNESS CONCEPTS

Ronit Mor, ND, LE 17480 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 110, Dallas 75287 214-612-6776 • MorConcepts.com Anti-aging skin therapy, non-surgical face lifts and Green Peel herbal exfoliations, coupled with nutritional consultations, all aimed at rejuvenating your skin inside out, naturally and non-invasively. See ad, page 13.

ORGANIC MY SKIN

Lauren Yeager, Owner, Licensed Esthetician 8105 Rasor Blvd, Ste 315, Plano 75024 469-438-9893 • OrganicMySkin.com Raw, edible, vegan, organic, holistic skincare and hair removal.

Jean Murray Gerhard, MD, PA 6130 W Parker Rd, Ste 106 MOB 1 Plano, 75093 972-468-8158 • WillowBendOBGYN.com Willow Bend OB/GYN is a medical practice located in the Presbyterian Hospital of Plano, and we now offer bio-identical hormone pellets for both men and women. See ad, page 6.

CHIROPRACTIC BEST LIFE CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER Plano • Flower Mound • Argyle 972-200-5009 • BestLifeChiro.com See ad, page 19.

HEALTHWORKS

Dr. Christy Porterfield & Dr. Jennifer Taylor 2317 Coit Rd, Plano 972-612-1800 • HealthWorksTX.com HealthWorks offers world-class chiropractic in a concierge model of care. Your family will experience a step-by-step approach to improving health for a lifetime of radiant health. See ad, page 24.

NEW STAR CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE

Dr. Zhangping Lu, DC, LAc, MD (China) 425 Maplelawn Dr, Ste 101, Plano 75075 972-519-8488 DFWAcupunctureChiropractic.com Whole-body wellness center providing chiropractic care, spinal decompression, allergy testing, NAET, IMAET, detoxification, weight loss, hormone balancing, wellness programs and more.

All-natural healing, no medication, no surgery. See ad, page 7.

SERENDIPITY HEALTH & WELLNESS THE VITALITY LIFE CENTER

Dr. Amy St. John, DC, LMT 4011 W Plano Pkwy, Ste 100, Plano 75075 214-801-0741 • SerendipityWellness.net

Unbeatable savings on InfraSlim body contour-ing, Jade thermal massage, LED light therapy and teeth whitening, Body Vibe therapy, ionic foot detox, far infrared sauna, chemical-free spray tan and other natural approaches to health and beauty. See ad, page 16.

I'm the gentle chiropractor. As a doctor of chiropractic and licensed massage therapist, I can help you to relieve pain head to toe, whether caused by injury, stress or fatigue. My style is gentle but effective, which can be particularly helpful for those in extreme pain, children or seniors. See ad, page 9.

3221 Independence Pkwy, Plano 75075 972-516-1740 • VitalityLifeCenterPlano.com

SYNERGY BALANCE NUCCA CHIROPRACTIC HEALING CENTER Drs. Bryan & Brittney Asby 12740 Hillcrest Rd, Ste 138, Dallas 75230 972-387-4700 • MySynergyBalance.com

A gentle NUCCA alignment, with no cracking, twisting or popping, can improve and even reverse joint pain, headaches, disc issues, limping, numbness, ringing in the ears and more. See ad, page 10.

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Specializing in seniors, couples, women’s fitness, therapeutic fitness, injury recovery, pre/postnatal, stress relief and weight management.

Anne ‘Kip’ Watson, MA, LPC, CPT, CHPC 214-543-4108 • BrainCodeCorp.com

COACHING/GUIDANCE TEXAS PARENTING AND INNER EVOLUTION

Amy Egan, Certified Life Coach 214-356-7646 • InnerEvolutionCoaching.com Trained Love & Logic Facilitator and Certified Life Coach, Amy does private sessions, classes, ongoing groups, and speaking engagements for parents and women. Her passion: help you raise your kids to be responsible and happy adults, and help women find joy and inner peace.

DAIRY CIRCLE N FAMILY DAIRY

Michelle and Tommy Neu 2074 County Rd 446, Gainesville 76240 940-372-0343 • CircleNDairy.com State-permitted dairy licensed to sell fresh, all-natural unprocessed grade A raw milk. See full listing under Farms & Farmers' Markets. See ads, pages 12 and 27.

DECLUTTERING / ORGANIZING SERVICES THE DECLUTTERBUG

Anita Sisler 469-298-9077 • TheDeclutterbug.biz Holistic approach to organizing.

Serving clients with compassion. Let me help you create cozy, functional spaces. Certificate of Study in chronically disorganized, ADD and hoarding. Serving the North Dallas and Collin County areas. See ad, page 26.

DENTISTRY SMILE RANCH DENTISTRY

Dr. Robyn Abramczyk, DDS, NMD, IBDM, MS, AIAOMT 6700 Horizon Rd, Heath 75032 972-772-7645 • SmileRanchDentistry.com

200 Coit Rd, Ste 112, Plano (by Central Market) 469-229-9140

SHANDIZ MEDITERRANEAN GRILL & MARKET 4013 W Parker Rd, Plano 75093 972-943-8885

Halal meats, fresh produce, groceries and flat bread baked on-site.

EDUCATION LIVING ETHICS SCHOOL

Vicki Johnston, Founding Director 340 Country Club Rd, Fairview 75069 214-544-8338 • CenterForLivingEthics.org InspiredLearningAcademy.org Are you seeking a learning environment that nurtures the whole child? Children thrive in heart-centered relationships that cultivate whole-being intelligence through nature, creativity, discovery, storytelling, meaningful learning and individual projects. Full- and part-time programs available. We welcome you to our monthly Tea, Talk and a Tour. See ad, page 27.

Cheri Hausmann, Owner Denton, TX 940-218-8437 • FitnessByCheri.com

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE HEART & VITALITY, PLLC

Dr. Abraham Jacob, MD, FACC 4100 W 15th St, Ste 112, Plano 75093 972-596-7399 • HeartAndVitality.com Heart & Vitality is a premier wellness center offering bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, weight-loss/nutrition, vitamins, non-invasive, drug- and surgery-free pain relief, and aesthetics. See ad, page 27.

GARDEN CALLOWAY’S NURSERY Calloways.com

Seventeen DFW stores including: Denton, Flower Mound, Fort Worth, Hurst, Lewisville, Little Elm, McKinney, Plano, Richardson, Southlake.

HAIR SALON HAIR COLOR STUDIOS

ESSENTIAL OILS

9200 E Lebanon Rd, Ste 32, Frisco 75035 214-436-4955 • HairColorStudios.com

THANKFOIL WITH YLEO

Bethany McKay 940-284-7430 BethanyMcKayYleo.wixsite.com/mysite The best way to promote natural wellness comes from nature itself.

Essential oils are your answer. No chemicals, no additives, no appointments. 100% therapeutic oils.

FARMS & FARMERS' MARKETS CIRCLE N FAMILY DAIRY

Open seven days a week, we offer organic color for your hair and health. “No-Neck-Pain” wash basins have built in headrest for your comfort and to protect your neck. Whether you're simply sensitive to some of those harsher chemical lines or just want vibrant, beautiful, healthy hair you'll love our natural approach to how we treat your hair and overall beauty. Ask about free color consultation. See ad, page 22.

HEALING CENTERS STAR COYOTE HEALING CENTER

Michelle and Tommy Neu 2074 County Rd 446, Gainesville 76240 940-372-0343 • CircleNDairy.com State-permitted dairy licensed to sell fresh, all-natural unprocessed grade A raw milk. Visit us at the farm to learn why our great-tasting, fresh, raw milk is a safe and naturally healthier choice for your family. Call us to schedule a tour to see a working family farm and be sure to visit our on-site store for fresh raw white and chocolate milk, cream, free-range eggs and more. See ads, pages 12 and 27.

Jodi Roberts and Kris Sands 469-344-6484 StarCoyoteHealingCenter.com

Relax, de-stress and energize your life with individual sessions, classes, groups and workshops.

Meditation and Sound Healing support your inner peace. The HeartMath Personal Resilience Training is an energy management program, teaching you lifelong skills to use in stressful moments, increasing well-being, clarity and improving personal and professional performance. See ad, page 33.

Amalgam fillings contain mercury, radioactive cadmium, silver, tin and more. We remove amalgam while keeping the patient comfortable and safe from toxic by-products generated during the process. See ad, back cover.

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HOLISTIC VETERINARIAN PAWS & CLAWS ANIMAL HOSPITAL Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM 2145 W Park Blvd, Plano 75075 972-867-8800 PawsAndClawsAnimalHospital.com

Offering drug-free treatments, antiaging medicine, holistic anesthesia, and blood testing for early diagnosis of cancer in healthy pets. See ad, page 13.

WHOLE CHILD PEDIATRICS OF TEXAS

Dr. Alina Olteanu, MD, PhD 3550 Parkwood Blvd, Ste 100, Frisco 75034 214-736-1954 • WholeChildTexas.com Pediatric care that considers the whole person (body, mind, spirit and lifestyle). Revolutionary approach based on principles of Integrative Medicine, providing a new roadmap to optimal health. See ad, page 7.

LAWN CARE – ORGANIC EARTH KIND SERVICES

HOLISTIC WELLNESS THE CUPPING GURU

Dana Russell, LMT, ACT 17480 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 110, Dallas 75287 469-831-2795 • Cupping.Guru Contemporary cupping is a superior therapy for releasing muscle knots, relieving tension, myofascial release, lymphatic drainage, detoxing, smoothing cellulite and more. It's effective and relaxing. Located inside Mor Wellness Concepts.

HORMONE SUPPORT KIRSTEN WARD, CHS, CNHP

17480 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 110, Dallas, 75287 817-832-2618 • RidgeleaWellness.com Thermal Bio-scans provide a roadmap to balancing and normalizing hormones in men and women. Let us help you execute your roadmap to better health.

Organic Compost Lawn Treatment Beau Propes, Owner 469-744-0281 • EarthKindServices.com Organic lawn treatment that gets amazing results. Safe for kids and pets. See ad, page 26.

LIFE COACH KATHY D. CARTER

300 S Watters, Allen 75013 214-245-2293 • KathyDCarter.com Reiki master and intuitive life coach Kathy guides your transformation clearing the way to your soul’s purpose achieving your greatest potential and joy.

MARKETS – GROCERY SPICE BAZAAR INDIAN GROCERY 4681 Ohio Dr, Ste 105, Frisco 75035 214-618-3174

INTEGRATIVE PHYSICIANS HEALTHY KIDS PEDIATRICS

Dr. Deborah Z. Bain, MD, FAAP, ABIHM 4851 Legacy Dr, Ste 301, Frisco 75034 972-294-0808 • HealthyKidsPediatrics.com Where your child’s health is our passion! Offering a full range of pediatric services integrating conventional and natural medicine for your child’s optimal health. See ad, page 9.

ROOTS INTEGRATIVE GYNECOLOGY Dr. Odette Limosnero, MD 2005 W Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton 75010 972-822-3365 RootsIntegrativeGynecology.com

We take the time to build a relationship with you, to not only treat your symptoms, but discover the underlying cause of your “disease.” See ad, page 8.

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MASSAGE BLAZING SKY BODYWORK

Denise Giovinazzo, LMT 2121 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Ste 107, Plano 214-364-5611 • BlazingSkyBodywork.com Providing therapeutic massage and specializing in lymph therapy providing detoxification, treating chronic and autoimmune health concerns, pain and stress management, skin disorders, migraines and more. Lic#MT125891.

NATURAL FOOD & VITAMINS SUNFLOWER SHOPPE

Fort Worth/Alliance: 817-741-6799 Colleyville: 817-399-9100 Fort Worth: 817-738-9051 SunflowerShoppe.com Your go-to resource for natural foods, supplements, unflagging customer service and knowledgeable staff. Find out about great savings with our Sunflower Saver card and First Tuesday Sales. Closed Sundays for faith and family.

NATUROPATHS/ NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS MOR WELLNESS CONCEPTS

Ronit Mor, ND, LE 17480 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 110, Dallas 75287 214-612-6776 • MorConcepts.com Inspiring, empowering and coaching you to naturally improve and maintain your well-being. Ronit’s holistic, nontoxic approach helps restore vitality and lessen chronic conditions through nutrition, lifestyle and alternative modalities. See ad, page 13.

QUANTUM HEALTH

Janine Kennedy, ND, RN McKinney, TX 972-346-7442 • Quantum-Health.us Is vibrant health your priority? Based on the expanded knowledge and wisdom originating with the healing arts centuries ago, we utilize biotechnologies that analyze, evaluate, and re-energize, the body at the cellular level. Combined with our in-depth knowledge of nutrition and health we can assist you in achieving your total wellness goals.

OUTDOOR LEARNING CENTER LEWISVILLE LAKE ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING AREA 201 E Jones St, Lewisville 75057 972-219- 3550 • LLELA.org

LLELA offers familyfriendly nature exploration.

Open daily for hiking, fishing, birding, primitive camping, canoeing and kayaking on Trinity River.

Check website for tours and events.

PARENTING TEXAS PARENTING AND INNER EVOLUTION

Amy Egan, Certified Life Coach 214-356-7646 • InnerEvolutionCoaching.com Trained Love & Logic Facilitator and Certified Life Coach, Amy does private sessions, classes, ongoing groups, and speaking engagements for parents and women.

Her passion: help you raise your kids to be responsible and happy adults, and help women find joy and inner peace.

PEDIATRICS HEALTHY KIDS PEDIATRICS

Dr. Deborah Z. Bain, MD, FAAP, ABIHM 4851 Legacy Dr, Ste 301, Frisco 75034 972-294-0808 • HealthyKidsPediatrics.com Where your child’s health is our passion! Offering a full range of pediatric services integrating conventional and natural medicine for your child’s optimal health.

See ad, page 9.

WHOLE CHILD PEDIATRICS OF TEXAS

Dr. Alina Olteanu, MD, PhD 3550 Parkwood Blvd, Ste 100, Frisco 75034 214-736-1954 • WholeChildTexas.com We empower our patients to take control of their health with a transformative clinical practice that integrates the best of traditional, Western medicine with ancient, Eastern healing modalities and with a vast array of nutraceuticals and cutting edge clinical test, while “walking the talk” of healing right by your side, every single step of your journey. See ad, page 7.

PERMACULTURE SCHOOL OF PERMACULTURE Suburban Site: 3928 Dickens Dr, Plano, TX 75023 Farm Site: Ben Franklin, TX 214-856-8477 SchoolOfPermaculture.com

Learn to create a better life through natural design.

Grow your own food, harvest your own water, create your own energy, and more. See ad, page 6.

RADIO SHOW

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT

HEALTHY BY NATURE RADIO SHOW Martie Whittekin, Certified Clinical Nutritionist Saturday 8am • KWRD 100.7 FM

Reverend Lee Wolak 972-468-1331 • AgapeCSL.com

Interviews with authors, doctors and other experts about natural approaches to health and happiness.

Listener calls are always welcome.

Archives of past shows available on HBNShow.com. See ad, page 3.

KIP WATSON, GUEST HOST ON ONE LIFE RADIO

Thursdays, 12-1pm 1190AM or online at iHeartRadio.com Sports Psychology Professional & Certified High Performance Coach Kip Watson helps individuals, professionals and athletes from grade school level to the NFL to maximize their mental and physical potential and improve their relationships.

Noted for a gentle yet challenging style of communication, her clients have gone from giving up to achieving more than they thought possible.

REAL ESTATE

PILATES

DARLENE OWEN, REALTOR

5160 Village Creek Dr, Ste 400, Plano 75093 214-789-5563 • FitNPilates.com Customized Pilates instruction.

PILATES FOR LIFE

200 S Austin Dr, Allen 75013 214-704-3070 • Pilates-ForLife.com Private/group Pilates, yoga and tai chi.

PSYCHIC

I specialize in helping with all the technical aspects of home selling or buying, like getting a great deal and a perfect location, but my clients also love that I have a knack for helping with some of the more intangible, stress-inducing things that go along with the process as well. If you're looking for an agent who can help and support you beyond just the paperwork, call me today!

DOREY AROMATHERAPY & REFLEXOLOGY

972-430-1010 PsychicDallasTexas.com

Love specialist and spiritual healer stops divorce/separations, rebuilds relationships, helps all severe problems in life, money, business, marriage. Tarot card readings, palm readings and aura cleansings.

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH 25631 Smotherman Rd, Frisco 75033 214-872-4205 • NewLifeFrisco.org

SHIR TIKVAH REFORM SYNAGOGUE Rabbi Heidi Coretz 7700 Main St, Frisco 75034 214-500-8304 • ShirTikvahFrisco.org

Services are held on Friday evenings at 7 p.m. Every service welcomes children of all ages. Religious school classes take place on Sunday mornings during school year. Visit website for service schedule.

6400 Stonebrook Pkwy, Frisco 75034 214-387-4700 • StPhilipsFrisco.org Sunday services, community programs, job ministry, preschool, and St. Philip’s Academy “K” class.

THERMOGRAPHY WHOLE BODY THERMOGRAPHY & WELLNESS

Dr. Genie Fields, DC 3201 Cross Timbers Rd, Flower Mound 75028 469-645-8337 WholeBodyThermographyAndWellness.com

REFLEXOLOGY

PSYCHIC BIBI SHARMA

If you were inspired by the movie The Secret or the message of Abraham, Eckhart Tolle, and Deepak Chopra you’ll feel right at home at Agape.

Agape CSL is a spiritual community that nourishes your soul, energizes your body and lifts your spirit. Agape honors all spiritual pathways, and can be incorporated into anyone's life as a complement to their own traditions and belief systems. See ad, page 22.

ST. PHILIP’S EPISCOPAL

United Real Estate/DFW Properties 972-979-7640 • DarleneOwen.com

FIT N PILATES

AGAPE CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING

Mary Ellen Dorey, Owner Plano • 972-567-3962 DoreyAromatherapy.com

See full listing under Aromatherapy.

See ad, page 13.

Don’t assume following generic guidelines about health will address your body’s unique needs. Get the report that can show the truth about your body and get you on your right path.Whole body regulation thermography scan is painless, noninvasive and radiation free. No prescription required.

The scan, report, reading and recommendations always included. See ad, page 6.

Moving through life with a self-determined purpose is what sets apart those who are successful and fulfilled and those who live in despair. ~Rev. Lee Wolak, Agape Center for Spiritual Living

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VETERINARY SERVICES PAWS & CLAWS ANIMAL HOSPITAL Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM 2145 W Park Blvd, Plano 75075 972-867-8800 PawsAndClawsAnimalHospital.com

Offering drug-free treatments, antiaging medicine, holistic anesthesia, and blood testing for early diagnosis of cancer in healthy pets. See ad, page 13.

WELLNESS CENTERS ROCKWALL COMPLETE HEALING & WELLNESS

2455 Ridge Rd, Ste 151, Rockwall, 75087 972-771-8900 • RockwallColonics.com

Colonics, thermography, lymphatic drainage, ozone and anti-aging IVs, bio scan, rife, cancer coaching, ion foot bath, infrared and ozone steam sauna, raw food and nutrition, detoxifying body wraps, chiropractic, classes and more. See ad, page 15.

SYNERGY BALANCE NUCCA CHIROPRACTIC HEALING CENTER Drs. Bryan & Brittney Asby 12740 Hillcrest Rd, Ste 138, Dallas 75230 972-387-4700 • MySynergyBalance.com

A gentle NUCCA alignment, with no cracking, twisting or popping, can improve and even reverse joint pain, headaches, disc issues, limping, numbness, ringing in the ears and more. See ad, page 10.

WOMEN'S HEALTH HEART & VITALITY, PLLC

Dr. Abraham Jacob, MD, FACC 4100 W 15th St, Ste 112, Plano 75093 972-596-7399 • HeartAndVitality.com Heart & Vitality is a premier wellness center offering bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, weight-loss/nutrition, vitamins, non-invasive, drug- and surgery-free pain relief, and aesthetics. See ad, page 27.

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Dr. Odette Limosnero, MD 2005 W Hebron Pkwy, Carrollton 75010 972-822-3365 RootsIntegrativeGynecology.com

Kirsten Ward, BA, CHS, CNHP 17480 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 110, Dallas, 75287 817-832-2618 • MorConcepts.com

We take the time to build a relationship with you, to not only treat your symptoms, but discover the underlying cause of your “disease.” See ad, page 8.

YOGA GRATEFUL YOGA

602 E Main St, Ste C, Allen 214-666-6272 • GratefulYoga-AllenTX.com Beginner’s yoga is our specialty.

LIVING YOGA DALLAS LivingYogaDallas.com

Your online community for everything "yoga" in DFW. See ad, page 31.

MOR WELLNESS CONCEPTS

European Thermal Bio-Scans.

Whole body screening that assesses the health of nervous system, major organs, lymph, sinuses and teeth.

90% proactively detecting changes in breast tissue. See ad, page 13.

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YOGAJAX YOGA STUDIO

2001 Coit Rd, Plano 75093 469-518-4225 • Yogajax.com Yoga and fitness group and private classes; teacher trainings and workshops.

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