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Contents 10 Exploring the Potential of Medical Thermal Imaging 11 One Piece At A Time

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12 Making Oral Care Part of Your Self-Care Routine 13 Breathing into a New You 14 Older and Bolder 18 Graceful Aging

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20 A Visual Tour of the Grand Canyon with Photographer Pete McBride 23 Individualized Alzheimer’s Treatments 24 Processed Food Addiction

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26 Electromagnetic Fields as Home Health Hazards

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Departments 8 News Briefs 11 Event Spotlight 14 Inspiration

16 Masters of Bodywork & Healing Arts

18 Feature Story 20 Artist Spotlight 23 Healing Ways

24 Conscious Eating 30 Calendar 33 Resource Guide 39 Classifieds

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Happy New Year! This year, 2024, also happens to be a very special one for Natural Awakenings. It’s our 30th Anniversary!

To celebrate, you may notice that we’ve got a new, fresh look this month. “We promise to remain steadfast in our commitment to high-quality, evidencebased journalism to help our readers stay current and make informed decisions for sustainable, regenerative healthy living,” our CEO Kimberly Whittle shares. “Beginning this month and throughout our 30th year, we invite our readers and business owners to check out what’s new in our print magazines and online.”

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As always, we have plenty of variety in both this print edition and our website, where you can find even more articles that didn’t fit into these packed pages. This month, we’re highlighting aging gracefully in our feature article on page 18, EMF home assessments, processed food addiction and some great local art shows.

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Claim Your Light and Let It Shine with Paula Taylor

As a bodyworker for 20 years, Paula Taylor, owner of Paula Taylor Energy Wellness, has seen how we are all connected and yet so unique. We share similar physical and energetic patterns even though they are expressed differently in our lives. She helps to identify these patterns and how they are affecting the energetic, emotional and physical bodies.

Experience in the Western medical field grants Taylor further

Paula Taylor understanding of the body and how it interacts with the mind

and spirit. Her history as a classically trained musician has opened doors of exploration into sound healing, and part of her calling is to share her powerful voice as a tool for vibrational shift. Taylor’s intention is to hold safe, supportive space for people to release the frequencies that no longer serve them while facilitating an influx of joyful, free-flowing energy in the body and energetic field.

Taylor weaves knowledge with intuition, using Swedish, deep tissue and myofascial massage along with spiritual coaching, Reiki, craniosacral therapy and sound healing. She is currently accepting new clients and also teaches Reiki and Dimensional Frequency Expansion. She holds a monthly Sacred Sound Journey and hosts other group events to aid in personal and spiritual growth.

For more information, call or text 575-644-8914, email Paula@PaulaTaylorEnergy.com or visit PaulaTaylorEnergy.com.

Amazing One-Day Healing Retreat

Linda Johns, of Journey to Healing, is calling together a small group of women who want to gift themselves with a nourishing and restorative experience, here at the NW base of the beautiful Catalina mountains. Come together in community to laugh and play, merging with the high energy and the healing frequencies of our words, as they all weave together and create a beautiful reality for the New Year. There are three dates to choose from this month, January 6, 27 or 28, from 10am to 5pm.

The morning portion of the retreat will encompass healing practices that encourage us to reflect, visualize and create. We will allow our heart, soul and spirit to choose a guiding word for this year’s inspiration and intention. Your own personal guiding word will embody what you want to be, think, feel and do.

The afternoon will entail the receiving of sound and vibrational healings. We will move from one healing modality to the next and will include the experience of the Bio harmonic Vibe table, sound bowl healing, the life pro frequency, Amethyst Bio Mat with color therapy, mini card readings. Create a releasing stick as you move through the healing centers and complete the retreat with a burning ceremony.

The cost for the day retreat is $150. Lunch and beverages are included. Massage will be available at an additional cost. Group size is limited to ensure everyone can enjoy all of the healing modalities.

For more information and registration, call Linda Johns at 520-825-4645, email JourneyToHealing@msn.com or visit JourneyToHealing.com.

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Natural Awakenings 30th Anniversary

It was 30 years ago this month that Natural Awakenings was first launched in Naples, Florida. We offer a heartfelt thank you to the loyal readawakenings ers that have come to know and love this media brand and allowed it to flourish. We are deeply grateful to the advertisers and community partners that promote green living, healthy people, healthy pets and a healthy planet with their products, services and information. Without them and the readers that support them, this magazine could not offer outstanding journalism and inspirational content each month without cost to the community.

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As has been the practice for the last 30 years, Natural Awakenings continues to adapt its concepts, content and communication to reflect the needs of our community without losing sight of our mission.

This month’s new look is the first of several exciting enhancements that are coming in 2024. See the article and list of what’s new in 2024 on pages 24 and 25.

Graceful Aging Webcast Series

Join Natural Awakenings and KnoWEwell for an inspiratioal Graceful Aging webcast series, the first of which begins with Gladys McGarey, M.D., the Mother of Holistic Medicine, 103 years young and author of The Well-Lived Life: A Gladys McGarey 102-Year-Old Doctor’s Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age.

You Have the Write to Heal: Women’s Retreat

Facilitators Kim Green, New York Times best-selling author and writing coach, and Marcia Williams, LPC of Hidden Flames Therapeutic Counseling Services, LLC, will host a special retreat for women this October 17 to 21, 2024, in Tucson.

Heal with the group in our sacred Sonoran Desert as we use the written word as a vessel for our healing. Enjoy a luxurious location that will provide space to let go of the past, courage to accept the present and the vision to prepare for a glorious future.

Participation in the local retreat includes: three daily catered meals, daily sunrise yoga with Bri Rilley, daily “You Have the Write to Heal” programming, daily processing groups, breathwork with Alessandra Caprice, Sound Bath with Danielle Dvorak, sunset healing in Saguaro National Park, “Hike and Write” at Seven Falls led by Mitch Stevens of Southwest Discoveries, as well as access to a pool, gym, Jacuzzi and more. There will also be equine therapy available at Hitching Post Ranch for an additional fee.

The cost for the five-day retreat is $950. Be an early-bird and save $100 if you register before March 1. Payment plans are available.

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Participate in Wellness Research with Green Mountain Health Care/Expand Health Research

During the holiday season, many people start thinking about the impact they are having on the world. If this is you, and you are looking for a reasonably easy way to have a positive impact on society, consider participating in research studies. Green Mountain Health Care/Expand Health Research is a laboratory focusing on integrative medicine and wellness research. Discover available individual study options that may interest you Dr. Caitlin Connor at ExpandHealthResearch.com.

Green Mountain Health Care has also recently moved to 1775 West St. Mary’s Road, Suite 111, in Tucson. This laboratory was started in 2006 by Dr. Melinda Connor under the name of Earthsongs Holistic Consulting. In 2021, she sold the laboratory to her daughter, Dr. Caitlin Connor, who has continued the tradition of researching integrative and alternative health.

Green Mountain Health Care/Expand Health Research has an extensive team of qualified consultants depending on the research study design. Connor invites people who want to have research studies completed on their products or ideas, as well as people who want to participate in research studies. “Explore studies from clinical to device, looking at things like acupuncture, energy healing, biohacking, longevity and more,” says Connor. “If you have an interest, give us a call, and we will set up a time when you can tour the lab. We look forward to seeing you in the future.”

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Exploring the Potential of Medical Thermal Imaging for Detecting Oral Root Canal and Dental Infections

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ould thermal imaging technology revolutionize the screening process for individuals concerned about infected root canals, cavitations or chronic dental infections? This article delves into the intriguing possibility of utilizing thermal imaging as a screening tool and its potential applications in dentistry.

A recurring source of frustration has been the absence of a reliable tool to help individuals identify problematic root canals. While the

While X-rays are effective at detecting structural abnormalities like fractures or dental issues, thermography is better suited to identify areas of increased heat/cold and inflammation within the entire body. Thermography has the ability to see abnormal blood flow from infected root canals that can travel to various organs of the body and create more disease, if not properly detected.

Thermography became medically approved and FDA-registered in 1982 without the use of radiation or compression. Thermography in medicine has diverse applications, offering a safe and non-invasive means of assessing temperature patterns and abnormal blood flow within the whole body, associated with physiological and pathological conditions. Early preventative detection of potential areas of concern seen within the thermogram can provide the client an opportunity to look at lifestyle and necessary dietary changes with their doctor or practitioner before it turns into a disease.

In collaboration with thermographer Lisa Holliday, known for her work in preventative screening for inflammation and abnormal blood flow within the body, which is the precursor for disease and breast issues, Inflammation Imaging of Tucson explored the potential of thermal imaging to identify areas of chronic heat in the face. This breakthrough offered a promising solution for individuals who faced the challenge of determining the problematic root canals among multiple treatments.

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Thermal imaging emerges as a functional screening tool for dentistry, potentially aiding in the identification of root canals with chronic inflammation, cavitations and early-stage abscesses. In comparison to traditional X-rays, thermal imaging can detect subtle signs of chronic heat and inflammation in the mouth before they escalate into full-blown abscesses.

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Inspiration struck when considering the application of existing thermal imaging technology in a new context. Thermography— a technology initially developed by the military and adopted by NASA—could serve as a valuable tool for identifying chronic heat or inflammation in the mouth, with a baseline image of the face before and after the root canal procedure to determine if the infection had been abated.

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While thermal imaging may not be widely known in dental circles, its potential to revolutionize oral health screenings is evident. Explore this innovative technology, as it could play a crucial role in the future of dental diagnostics.

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Event Spotlight

One Piece At A Time Sculptural Concrete Carvings and Recycled Assemblages by Tucson Artist Ralph Prata through a spontaneous and improvisational process. Many of the pieces are inspired by the music he listens to while creating.

“In the stillness of creating, I try to bring something into existence that will enhance the lives of all who encounter my work, including myself,” says Prata.

The exhibit “One Piece At A Time” will focus on Prata’s concrete carvings incorporating the found and recycled materials he and his wife found while hiking around the Tucson desert area during the pandemic.

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In Over My Headdress by Ralph Prata

The exhibit will be open daily from 10am to 4pm (closed January 1).

For more information, call 520-299-9191 or visit DeGrazia.org. Location: DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, 6300 N Swan, Tucson.

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ucson artist Ralph Prata will be exhibiting his unique sculptural concrete carvings and recycled assemblage pieces at the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun Little Gallery, in Tucson, from December 31 until January 12. An opening reception will be held December 31 from noon to 3pm.

For over 40 years, Prata has been creating and exhibiting his one-of-a-kind freestanding and wall hangings throughout the country and in Asia. His search for a versatile and permanent material to sculpt with led Prata to concrete. Formulating his own special mixture of sand, aggregates and cement, he creates his own special concrete blocks to carve. These blocks are directly hand-carved using traditional sculpting tools.

In recent years, Prata has started to incorporate recycled, reclaimed and found materials along with his concrete carvings.

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Making Oral Care Part of Your Self-Care Routine

Relax and Refresh

A professional dental cleaning is like a spa day for your teeth. Try something new, like an electric toothbrush, new mouthwash or a special toothpaste with benefits like whitening like CloSYS, which naturally whitens teeth and helps to balance pH in the mouth, reducing the risk of caries. Or try sensitivity battling ingredients like Tom’s Sensitive toothpaste, which does not have fluoride.

Promote Happiness and Confidence

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Your smile is important for many reasons. Smiling has been shown to boost your mood and confidence. Smiling can make somebody else’s day as well. It’s also the first thing people notice when you meet them for the first time.

Dental Self-Care Practices

Form good daily habits. Dentists recommend brushing and using a water flosser. Water flossers help remove microbial biofilm from between your teeth and below the gumlines, and they’re also gentle and easy to use.

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elf-care is important because our physical and mental health is important. Dental care isn’t often thought of as self-care, but it’s an important part of caring for our health and well-being.

Maintain Health and Well-Being

A clean, healthy and strong smile is crucial to your overall health and well-being. One of the most important ways in which dental care is self-care is that it can help to keep your whole body healthy and strong as shown by research time and time again. Poor dental health has been shown to impact cardiovascular health, blood pressure, risk of stroke and other serious conditions.

Stay hydrated. Did you know that when you drink water, you’re also taking care of your teeth? A hydrated mouth is a healthy mouth. Drinking water washes away food debris and harmful bacteria, fights dry mouth and helps prevent acid attacks.

Schedule regular check-ups. Regular check-ups help detect problems before they start, and professional cleanings get rid of plaque in all the places that regular brushing and flossing may not be as effective.

E Dental Solutions specializes in providing a stress-free dental visit. They offer many non-invasive treatments, including Biolase Laser for gum health and air-abrasion for superficial cavities. They also give you tools to help maintain proper home care. Connect at 520-745-5496 or EDentalSolutions.net.

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Breathing into a New You Unlock Your Potential with Breathwork

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Regulating the Nervous System: Our modern lifestyles often leave our nervous systems in overdrive. Breathwork is the antidote. It teaches your body to switch from stress to relaxation, balancing your sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The result? A calmer, more composed you—among a slew of other benefits like being calmer, handling stress better, sleeping well and experiencing less anxiety and depression.

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Inner Wisdom and Self-Development: Breathwork isn’t just about breathing; it is a journey toward self-awareness and wholeness.

It’s about facing your inner challenges and releasing what doesn’t serve you to emerge stronger. This journey can be deeply personal

Mental Clarity: Imagine clearing the fog in your mind, just with your breath. Breathwork does that. It oxygenates your brain, sharpens your focus and sweeps away mental clutter. It’s like giving your brain a refreshing new start—something we all need in our busy lives.

Integrating Breathwork into Daily Life

How do you start? That’s where personal guidance comes in. Integrating breathwork into your life does not have to be complex.

It can be tailored to fit your unique lifestyle and goals. The best part is that you can start seeing changes from even a small commitment of 10 minutes per day.

Now, imagine having a guide that can help you start experiencing benefits as quickly as possible. Someone to tailor breathwork practices to your needs, to support you through challenges, and to celebrate your breakthroughs. A breathwork coach can offer that guidance.

elcome to a transformative journey in 2024. As we embrace a new year filled with possibilities, let’s explore an ancient practice with modern relevance: breathwork.

This is not just about understanding breathwork. It is an invitation to experience a personal revolution that can literally change your life—not a goal that you’re going to forget about in six weeks.

Breathwork, the art of intentional and conscious breathing, is not new. It is rooted in ancient practices like yoga, but today, it’s gaining traction as a powerful tool for wellness and self-improvement. Breathwork isn’t just a practice; it is a pathway to unlocking your hidden potential. While I’d challenge you to find something in life that breathwork doesn’t improve, here are three things that breathwork coaching practice can help with.

and transformative, leading to profound insights and lasting change.

Breathwork is more than a practice. It is a key to unlocking your potential. As you step into 2024, remember that every breath you take can be a step toward a clearer, calmer and more self-aware you. Make this year a transformative one—one breath at a time.

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Inspiration

Older and Bolder

by Deb Beroset But, why are those things a problem? Maybe it’s because we think they’re a problem.

Let’s set that aside for a moment, however, and think about caterpillars.

Caterpillars start out all long and sleek, with legs for days. They’re young and firm.

All those sexy stripes and dots. They can eat all day and not feel bloated or fat; they just keep on doing the same thing the next day. Ah, to be a caterpillar, right?

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e speak of aging like it is a problem to be solved. The truth is, aging is a pretty good sign that you are winning. You are still here.

We are here. And who knows? You might even be here for another day tomorrow.

What are some of the things that come up for you about getting older? About aging?

What are some of the thoughts that run through your mind on a regular basis?

When asking women about this, there is quite a range of responses. Some women bemoan the signs of a body that’s been on the planet for a while: wrinkles, some saggy bits, curves and softness where there didn’t used to be curves and softness. Others speak of uncertainty and change ahead.

Feeling like there’s less time.

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At some point, of course, if it isn’t eaten by a bird, that caterpillar will begin the most dramatic change in the life cycle of a butterfly—the change referred to as metamorphosis. Inside the pupa or chrysalis, the caterpillar actually turns to liquid as it transforms into a butterfly, the adult stage.

During metamorphosis, the body tissues of the caterpillar are completely reorganized to produce the adult butterfly that emerges.

Any single individual of any species is going to have the same DNA throughout its entire lifespan. What changes in butterflies, particularly between a caterpillar and an adult butterfly, is they go through metamorphosis.

A couple of days before the butterfly emerges, the chrysalis changes color, and the butterfly’s patterns and color can be seen through the chrysalis. The butterfly breaks out of the protective chrysalis and pumps blood into its newly formed wings.

Then, it flies away.

So, which do you find more beautiful? The caterpillar or the butterfly?

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The answer to that is likely to be partly the result of cultural conditioning. We celebrate the beauty of the butterfly—all kinds of butterflies, in all kinds of shapes, sizes, colors and patterns. What if in the life cycle of a woman, we are either entering or are in our butterfly stage?

We are so conditioned to think of butterflies as the beautiful culmination of a transformation. What if we were to see our own aging as a similar culmination of a transformation? What if we thought about aging as a shifting into a metamorphosis—in which we go in one way, and come out transformed and taking up new space and stretching our newly formed wings and taking flight?

Ah, but I sense you have a question. How long does a caterpillar live before it turns into a butterfly? Wait until you hear this.

Many species will spend less than a week undergoing metamorphosis, but most will emerge as a butterfly within about three weeks. Some butterflies, however, may wait as long as three years to leave the chrysalis, but this has less to do with the rigors of the metamorphosis and more to do with the environment around them.

We can tend to the environment our own metamorphosis needs to have us emerge as our own form of butterflies. The most important environment to tend to is in our thoughts and the way we speak to ourselves.

There are many aspects to this, but you can’t go wrong focusing on moving from a paradigm of self-rejection to self-reflection. When you think about it, much of what we have a problem with when it comes to getting older is about aesthetics.

Consider, however, that how old we feel and seem is much more about a way of being. “Arguably, however, emulating the aesthetics of youth is to misunderstand and misinterpret the essence of youthfulness, which is so much more than a physical statement. It means being able to take new chances and try new things. It equals

optimism, positivity and vitality— traits that have nothing to do with appearance,” explained Kiran Sidhu.

The most youthful people—the ones whose energy attracts—are engaged with life and are governed by curiosity.

To what extent have you internalized the negative aging stereotypes you’ve been fed all your life? Do you lie about your age or feel self-conscious when Deb Beroset you “date yourself” in some way? Do you assume your age is going to be a problem when it comes to love and intimacy? Do you assume younger people will find you boring or irrelevant? Do you accept that it’s too late to do lots of things?

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Take chances. Remember how willing you were in your teens and twenties to be open to things, to take risks. Consider that the older we get, the better prepared we are for risks. We’ve been around, we’ve had experiences and we know things. We’ve experienced failures and setbacks and lived to not only tell the tale, but write a whole new story.

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Achieving Health and Wellness in 2024

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t is only natural to start off every New Year with resolutions as to what we might want to change, pay more attention to or focus energy toward. In this first issue of 2024, Natural Awakenings has chosen to focus on the theme of Health and Wellness.

To many, they might seem to be the same subject, but the reality of these often-linked headings is that they are quite different.

The focus of “good health” is to be aware of and in tune with your body’s needs. After all, you live in your body, and if anyone knows the needs of your body, it should be you. Pay attention to the signals, signs and symptoms that your body is making you aware of. Do not ignore the aches, pains and stresses. Be diligent and honest with 16

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yourself and take action before the symptoms become persistent. Be kind and compassionate to your body.

The three keys areas that you must monitor are your diet, physical activity and the medicines you choose. Many books will list routines, foods and exercise regimens, but before you decide on any one, know what your body can tolerate, react to and benefit from. Pay attention to your family history or concerns that you might have.

Whether choosing assistance from Western medicine, Eastern medicine or a Holistic approach, consult with professionals in those specialties to understand all implications which any of these approaches can cause, create or influence.

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The focus of wellness is to achieve your maximum potential to live your best life.

It is a philosophy which combines an active lifestyle coupled with the goal toward prevention of future problems. This path of wellness combines physical exercise; mental patterns in thinking, believing and feelings; a spiritual awareness of one’s self and one’s surroundings; a nutritional routine which provides the ingredients to maintain optimal health; instill sleep patterns to grow, heal and restore the energy needed for life’s functions; an environmental atmosphere which does not impede or adversely affect your everyday balance; and life skills which empower and creative revised thinking as you approach and deal with the positive and negative aspects of your everyday life.

Changes are possible, but often fear keeps people from pursuing other options. Remember the life you have is the only one you will have, and the best way to achieve a balance of health and wellness is to be aware that this life is fragile, finite and yours. Be good to your body and yourself and they will be good to, and for, you.

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Feature Story

Graceful Aging

Living Longer, Healthier and More Fulfilled

by Carrie Jackson

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eople are living longer, and as we age, we increasingly become aware of a desire to remain healthy, vibrant and active for as long as possible.

It’s about extending our health span as much as our lifespan. While genetics play a role in how we experience the aging process, advancements in science are helping us understand that how we manage our mindset, physical activity, stress levels and diet can have just as much of an impact. By redefining what it means to get older and finding deeper meaning, we can embrace aging with grace and gratitude, rather than resist it. Many factors are within our control, and it is possible to live a fulfilling and vibrant life well into our twilight years.

At nearly 103 years young, Dr. Gladys McGarey wrote the book on graceful aging.

As the author of The Well-Lived Life: A 102-Year-Old Doctor's Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age, she suggests that we reframe aging as an opportunity rather than a loss, thereby pioneering a

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new way of thinking about disease and health. “At 102, I’m losing my eyesight, but my insight has improved,” says the cofounder of the American Holistic Medical Association. “I have trouble reading but can listen to audiobooks and have deep conversations with people. If we look for illness and pain at the end of life, that’s what our bodies will show us. But if we reach for health, joy, laughter and other realities of true humanity, that’s what we will find.”

McGarey asserts that our medical community is trained to eliminate pain and illness rather than learn from their messages. “If we can lean into what understanding a disease shows us, we can discover true wisdom,” she explains. “You can hold onto the pain, or you can hold onto what you learn from the pain. When my son was training to be an orthopedic surgeon, he confided that he was afraid to have people’s lives in his hands. I responded that if he thinks he’s the one who does the healing, he has a right to be scared. Doctors provide the

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technology to turn the healing over to the patient, and we have the core knowledge of what to do inside of us.”

McGarey is a firm believer that forgiveness is essential to freeing up stuck energy.

Life has to move, she says, and letting go of feelings that may be lingering in our subconscious allows us to move forward with grace. “If we hang on to the dark places in our lives, we will get stuck. Pay attention to your dreams, both during the day and night, because they hold the truth. We all came here for a reason and have our life’s purpose. If you find that, you will always be fulfilled and can embrace the aging process instead of fighting it,” she says.

Renowned alternative medicine advocate Deepak Chopra, M.D., is an author, speaker and founder of the Chopra Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to research on wellbeing and humanitarianism. His latest book, Quantum Body: The New Science for Living a Longer, Healthier, More Vital Life, outlines how we can harness the power of the quantum body to significantly improve our physical and mental wellness, leading to a more fulfilling aging process.

According to Chopra, our well-being depends entirely on the quantum field, which exists on a subatomic level and is the infinite source of everyday reality that affects our thoughts, feelings, sensations and biological responses. “Your quantum body is the central hub for every process that requires intelligence, just as a power plant is the central hub for everything that requires electricity. The prospect of having your quantum body fail you is far more serious than any single symptom of disease and aging. Well-being is weakened whenever there is a failure of intelligence and is strengthened when intelligence flows naturally,” he explains.

Disease and aging are further downstream in the intelligence flow, Chopra notes, and when someone succumbs to a heart attack or cancer, intelligence has failed in either the

One vital aspect of healthy aging that we can control is our approach to stress management, which Chopra says most people don’t take seriously enough. Stress can come from myriad sources, including family and social relationships; workplace stresses; a poor-quality diet; deficient sleeping habits; lack of exercise and downtime; and constant distractions from texting, video games and around-the-clock news reports. That is why it is more important than ever to develop tools for self-care.

“The frenetic pace of modern life has overwhelmed the autonomic nervous system, which is responsible for all the processes, from heartbeat to respiration and digestion, that run independently of your conscious actions,” Chopra advises. “Medical research validates how essential stress management is, but what needs to change are socially ingrained attitudes that persuade us to tolerate stress beyond what our bodies and psyches are designed for.”

Chopra encourages prioritizing deep sleep, tuning into breath and awareness, and mindful exercises to return to our zero point—a state of rest from which activity springs. “Your awareness experiences the zero point as silent, calm, alert and pregnant with boundless possibilities, where you have access to your next thought,” he explains.

Embracing instead of resisting our quantum body further helps the energy flow.

“The most natural way to live is in your dharma, or your truth,” Chopra says. “The greatest gift of self-awareness is that you can prove this to yourself every day by living with love, truth, beauty and bliss as

your goal. Ultimate well-being requires no less, and living from your source reveals that the infinite is personal and within reach. Physical well-being exists if you are able to live a long life in good health; mental well-being exists if you retain clear, sharp thinking; psychological well-being exists if you are free of anxiety and depression; and spiritual well-being exists if your life has higher purpose and meaning.”

With more than 40 years of experience as a functional medicine doctor, Tom O’Bryan, DC, DACBN, CIFM, is an internationally recognized speaker and writer on chronic disease and metabolic disorders. He defines graceful aging as a state of full body function, without limitations and with rational expectations for what the body can do.

O’Bryan points to the so-called Blue Zones, with an extraordinarily high percentage of people living into their 90s and above, as examples of those gracefully aging. “The lifestyle of people living in these areas includes daily rituals that reduce stress and reverse the inflammation associated with stress. As a result, they are able to live long, fruitful, happy lives as contributing and engaged members of society,” he notes.

O’Bryan believes that the greatest contribution to living a vital life is identifying and reducing the triggers of inflammation in our bodies, which can largely be accomplished with lifestyle modifications. “According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 14 of the top 15 causes of death are related to chronic inflammatory diseases. Many people address inflammation with medication, but they don’t realize that food is the best medicine,” he explains. “With diet being the largest source of inflammation activation in the body, it’s important to question what’s on the end of our fork and nourish the body with an anti-inflammatory diet, including berries, leafy greens, garlic, curcumin and plenty of pure water. Your body always wants to be healthier, and if we identify and reduce our exposure to the triggers of inflammation, the inflammation calms down.”

Reducing inflammation also allows the central nervous system to settle into restand-digest mode, which can help the body age more gracefully. “Inflammation is the immune system’s response to harmful stimuli,” O’Bryan says. “An activated immune system is a life-saving, non-negotiable state that sets our sympathetic nervous system into fight-or-flight mode.

When we are stressed or fighting for our lives, our heart rate is fast; our breathing is short, sharp and shallow; and our muscles are tight and ready for action. When inflammation decreases, our bodies are able to calm down and activate the parasympathetic nervous system. In that very relaxed state, your heart rate is slow; your breath is deep; your muscles are relaxed; and your brain is open, expansive and daydreaming of new possibilities in life. That’s when healing and regeneration occurs.”

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cardiovascular system or a single malignant cell. “Instead of being anxious about cells, tissues, organs and systems, which aren’t under your control, you can live from the source where all controls are overseen by your quantum body. Here, all information is perfect, the flow of intelligence is never wrong or distorted, and the creative possibilities for the future are boundless,” Chopra contends.

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Artist Spotlight

A Visual Tour of the Grand Canyon with Photographer Pete McBride

by Suzie Agrillo

changing. More people have stood on the moon than have hiked nonstop through the Grand Canyon. Hiking is an effective way to see what’s at risk of being lost if we don’t pay attention. There’s this growing notion that the canyon is for sale,” opines McBride.

At 52 years old, McBride has the energy of a rockstar. He has spent two decades studying the world with a camera. A master photographer, filmmaker and public speaker, he has traveled on assignment to over 75 countries for National Geographic, Smithsonian, Google and the Nature Conservancy, and spoken on stages for TEDx, The World Economic Forum, USAID and more.

McBride is a skilled storyteller. He will bring the grandeur of the Grand Canyon to life during his presentation with words and pictures. A graduate of Dartmouth and a Knight Journalism Fellow at Stanford, McBride resides in Colorado.

Q & A with Photographer Pete McBride Tell us about your first introduction to photography.

My father was an avid filmmaker, so we grew up with him carrying around a video camera on family trips. He had an impact on me for sure.

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s part of the ongoing Changemaker Series at the Fox Tucson Theatre, Tucsonans have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to listen to award-winning photographer and explorer Pete McBride, as he narrates the behind-the-scenes story of his perilous 750-mile hike across the entirety of Grand Canyon National Park.

After completing the journey, National Geographic named him and his hiking companion, Kevin Fedarko, “Adventurers of the Year”. McBride has released a book about his feat, Grand Canyon Between River and Rim, which won a National Outdoor Book Award. He also made a feature-length documentary, Into the Grand Canyon, 20

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for National Geographic Channel, which earned an Emmy nomination and won Best Feature at Banff Mountain Film Festival.

The Grand Canyon has some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world. In 2016, McBride hiked the entire length of the Grand Canyon National Park—over 750 miles without a trail—to highlight development changes facing this iconic landscape. It was his way of finding meaning in a material world through his photography—by reminding us why we protect such a magical public place.

“I think ‘grand’ is too simple a word for the place. I’m a photographer, and I got the idea to hike the Grand Canyon when I saw it was

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What made you choose photography as your vocation?

I went to work at a newspaper after college as a writer. I photographed one story I was working on, and the editors loved the photography as much, if not more than, the words. I like the power of photography.

Your lecture at the Fox Theatre is part of the Changemaker speaker series. What are the qualities of a changemaker?

Changemakers are predominately people who work for National Geographic who are storytellers. I’m a visual storyteller. I focus on the untold stories, usually about the environment, the natural ecosystems that keep us all alive and a lot about water,

which most of us take for granted. We bring in-depth stories to people about places and wildlife that most people haven’t had a chance to see or experience.

of humility that the place teaches us—how small it makes us feel, in a good way.

Why should someone come to your presentation about the Grand Canyon?

Even though it’s a national park, it’s not protected as much as we think it is. There are a lot of people who want to turn its beauty into cash. There’s only one Grand Canyon on this planet. It requires each generation to realize how amazing it is, not just for us but for wildlife, biodiversity and water systems. The Colorado River is the source of water for 40 million people and it’s our job to protect it. Biodiversity is like the immune system for the planet and us. The Grand Canyon is a natural wonder of the planet.

They should come because they will get to see how stunningly beautiful, remarkably complicated and how extremely fragile the Grand Canyon is. The striking imagery and fun storytelling that’s full of valuable information about this iconic natural landmark, but also humorful storytelling—I use a lot of self-deprecating humor. People will also learn about the importance of native voices in and around the Grand Canyon. There are 11 Native American tribes that call the Grand Canyon home. People don’t realize how important their voices are to the national park system.

Will there be any other photos besides the ones of the Grand Canyon?

In addition to the behind-the-scenes photographs of the Grand Canyon, there will be a collection of exciting images from Mount Everest to Antarctica.

What was the most memorable aspect of hiking the Grand Canyon?

The most memorable aspect was obviously the beauty. Also, the power of the night sky, the power of the silence one can experience down there, the power of the native voices and history, and lastly the deep level

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Why does the Grand Canyon need to be protected?

Which photographers are inspirational to you?

Annie Griffiths was very influential for me.

She was one of my early mentors. Also at National Geographic, wildlife photographer Joel Sartore. He photographs a lot of endangered species. There’s a lengthy list of National Geographic photographers who came before me and inspired me.

Please tell us about the books you’ve published and where we can buy them.

I have published two books with the publisher Rizzoli and my books are for sale wherever books are sold. One is about silence, Seeing Silence: The Beauty of the

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Beauty of the World’s Most Quiet Places. The other book is about the Grand Canyon: The Grand Canyon: Between River and Rim. I’ve also authored a new book, The Colorado River: Chasing Water, which will be out in April. People can learn more about them on my website, PeteMcBride.com.

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If attendees would like one of your books signed as a priceless keepsake, would that be an option?

Yes, I will sign books and I will also bring some limited-edition books for sale.

How would you describe yourself in three words?

Curious, adventurous and empathetic.

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Describe your perfect day.

Spending time with friends and family outdoors.

What book are you reading and what is it about?

I just read American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins.

It’s about a Mexican family migrating north.

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What is your life mission?

better place than I found it when I came in.

That’s a big challenge out of my reach, so I try to remind and teach as many people as I can about the value of fresh water and about how to save wild places and wildlife.

Do you have a favorite quote or motto?

There’s one I like by Ben Franklin: “When the well runs dry, we know the worth of water.” I picked that one because right now our wells are running dry, particularly around the Colorado River.

Explore “Into the Canyon: Between River and Rim” with author and photographer Pete McBride on January 31, at 7:30 p.m. at Fox Tucson Theatre. For more information and tickets, visit FoxTucson.com.

Suzie Agrillo is a freelance writer in Tucson and a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings Magazine. She focuses on writing about the arts, inspirational people and the human connection. Connect at Suzie@ ComedyforCharity.org.

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Healing Ways

Individualized Alzheimer’s Treatments A New Frontier in Disease Reversal

by Dana Thacker, BSN, RN

Cognitive testing after the nine-month treatments showed that 84 percent of the participants not only maintained neurological function, but also improved cognition. A follow-up MRI also showed an increase in gray matter volume. The researchers noted in their report that a larger, controlled trial is warranted.

“Dementia is not a death sentence,” states Kat Toups, a functional medicine psychiatrist and co-contributor to the precision treatment research. In her own practice, she embraces a patient-centric, multimodal approach to treating Alzheimer’s that focuses on three components—infection, inflammation and immunity. By reducing inflammation and treating infections, she asserts, the body is ready to receive immune-building therapies.

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ccording to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 6 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, and the numbers are expected to rise to nearly 13 million by 2050. In addition to the loss of cherished memories, more than 11 million unpaid caregivers provide an estimated 18 billion hours of care for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients annually. Given the costs and burdens of the disease, many people wonder whether Alzheimer’s is reversible. Recent discoveries indicate that may be possible.

MECHANISMS OF ALZHEIMER’S

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention describe Alzheimer’s disease as a neurodegenerative condition that results in cognitive decline, memory loss and deficits in language and behavior. It is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States and the most common reason for dementia in older adults. During the early stages of the disease, neurons within the brain become damaged without apparent symptoms. This destruction can occur for a decade without recognition, resulting in delayed diagnosis and treatment. Protein buildup forces healthy neurons to stop functioning and sever connections, which likely provokes brain cell death and shrinkage.

BREAKTHROUGH IN TREATMENT

Research published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease offers new hope for patients. Twenty-five participants with preAlzheimer’s or early-stage dementia were evaluated to identify potential contributors to cognitive decline using brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), genetic testing and other biomarkers.

The scientists then designed an individualized, precision medical protocol for each patient.

“Mainstream medicine has been going about [Alzheimer’s treatment] the wrong way. I was taught to make a diagnosis, then write a prescription for something that doesn’t work,” says Dr. Dale Bredesen, a co-contributor to the aforementioned study.

Recent trials have suggested that current pharmaceutical treatments for Alzheimer’s, such as Donanemab, merely slow the rate of disease progression, rather than reverse its effects.

With his personalized, precision-medicine approach, Bredesen aims to do better. He equates Alzheimer’s to COVID-19, noting, “When the pandemic hit, nations entered protection mode. Economies suffered and went into a recession. In the same way, receptors within our brain can also go into a recession or protection mode. However, when these same receptors receive adequate resources, they continue to grow and make connections. Neurons shift from protection mode to connection mode, reversing the effects of Alzheimer’s.”

THE BREDESEN PROTOCOL

Based on his research, Bredesen asserts that Alzheimer’s is the result of an imbalance in the brain’s neuroplasticity signaling. He has identified 36 factors that can trigger downsizing in the brain, including metabolic derangement, poor nutrient status, lack of trophic support [chemical signaling] and exposure to viruses. The Bredesen Protocol is designed to change a patient’s biochemistry to correct those imbalances by addressing patient-specific triggers.

Apollo Health, where Bredesen is chief science officer, has developed a software algorithm that uses patient data from medical questionnaires, laboratory testing and cognitive assessments to offer an analysis of the patient’s cognitive risk factors and a personalized treatment plan designed to prevent and reverse cognitive decline. The patient works with practitioners and coaches trained in the protocol to implement the treatment plan, which covers seven areas: nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress, brain stimulation, detoxification and supplements. The individualized nature of Bredesen’s Protocol is foundational to the program’s success.

To learn more or to find a practitioner or coach trained in the Bredesen Protocol visit ApolloHealthCo.com/bredesen-protocol.

Dana Thacker is a registered nurse with a passion for cures over treatments and naturopathy over pharmaceuticals.

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Conscious Eating

Processed Food Addiction

by Sheila Shea

4. Ultra processed foods, such as soda, ice cream, breakfast cereal and prepackaged meals.

The book Processed Food Addiction: Foundations, Assessment, and Recovery proposes a new approach of treating overeating as an addiction to processed foods, that could provide an answer to the epidemic of obesity and the metabolic syndrome.

Damage Incurred by Processed Food

The pandemics of obesity and metabolic syndrome continue to spread globally. The prevalence of metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that occurs together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes, has been estimated at 93 percent of the public.

The metabolic syndrome has grown to include central obesity (abdominal visceral fat), insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, hypertension, prothrombotic state, proinflammatory state, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, reproductive disorders, cancer and cognitive decline.

The addictive changes to the brain associated with both drug and processed food use may help clarify why overeaters cannot control their consumption of processed food products, just as drug addicts have lost control over drug use.

Neuroimaging such as structural and functional magnetic resonance imaging (s/fMRI) and positron tomography (PET) demonstrate specific neurological changes that are common to both drug abuse and overeating.

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ood addiction can be defined as the compulsive consumption of food despite a lack of hunger or a desire to stop eating. Processed food addiction (PFA) is a disease that disrupts mental, emotional, behavioral and physical well-being.

UPFs make up three quarters of the U.S. food supply and about 60 percent of Americans’ daily caloric intake. A growing number of studies link them to poor brain health, including an increased risk of dementia, depression and anxiety.

The 11 diagnostic criteria found in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th Ed (DSM 5) for substancerelated addiction disorders include: unintended use, failure to cut back, time spent, cravings, failure to fulfill roles, interpersonal problems, activities given up, physically hazardous use, use in spite of consequences, tolerance and withdrawal.

The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey showed that from 1999 to 2018, highly processed foods accounted for the majority of energy intake in those aged 2 through 19 years.

Individuals with the highest rates of UPF consumption reported higher levels of confusion, slowed thinking, unwanted or obsessive thoughts, irritability and feelings of sadness. Consumption of highly processed foods may also disrupt the gut microbiome.

The most widely used measure of an ultra processed food (UPF) was developed in 2009 by researchers in Brazil. The NOVA food classification system assigns food and beverages to one of four groups: 1. Unprocessed and minimally processed foods, such as fruits, vegetables, milk and meat.

2. Processed culinary ingredients, including white sugar, butter and oils derived from seeds, nuts and fruits.

3. Processed foods, such as tomato paste, bacon, canned tuna and wine.

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Helpful Solutions and Considerations

Dr. Guido Gerardi Lavin, a pediatrician and former president of the Senate, led the nation of Chile in May 2012 to become the first nation to ban junk food marketing to children. Real food prevents metabolic syndrome. Processed food causes metabolic syndrome. The goal is to promote the availability and consumption of real food—the meat, the dairy, the produce.

In “The Case for Taste Bud Rehab”, published by U.S. News in 2013, Dr. David Katz, MD, writes, “As you trade up your choices and cut out superfluous sugar, salt, trans fat and food chemicals,

you also put your taste buds through rehab. Shifting steadily to more wholesome foods means reducing the time taste buds spend each day bathing in sugar, salt and food chemicals. Greater taste sensitivity happens as a result. When people prefer better food, eating well is not a chore, it’s a preference. I believe we can all get there from here.”

According to a 2019 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), sugary drink sales in Philadelphia have dropped by 38 percent since the city adopted a tax.

Author of The Real Meal Revolution, Tim Noakes, MD, PhD, states, “In my opinion, it’s the sugar/processed food addiction. In other words, eating foods that are not satiating. To prevent obesity/type 2 diabetes one has to find the foods that are satiating and allow one to eat infrequently—i.e., intermittent fasting.”

Vera Tarman, MD, an addictions doctor, wrote her book Food Junkies as a guide to cope with compulsive overeating problems by drawing on patients’ stories of recovery.

The book contains the latest research on food addiction as well as practical recovery strategies for people facing the complicated challenges of comfort overeating, eating disorders and food addictions.

Addiction requires clients to learn a new way of preparing food as they wean themselves off of convenience foods. Patience and pacing are offered as keys to success in managing recovery from the severe mental illness that is food addiction.

Sheila Shea, MA is Director of Intestinal Health Institute, in Tucson. She has her MA in Education from Stanford University. In 1977, she studied Colon Hydrotherapy and began her 46-year practice. Shea is a Certified Gut and Psychology and Physiology Syndrome Practitioner and provides colon hydrotherapy and gut nutritional counseling for her clients. Connect at 520-325-9686, Intestines@ SheilaShea.com or SheilaShea.com.

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Electromagnetic Fields as Home Health Hazards Is it time for an EMF assessment?

radiation frequencies. Examples of sources are dimmer switches, compact florescent light bulbs and solar power inverters.

Why do an EMF assessment?

Despite the telecommunication industry’s efforts to inform the public otherwise, the science is abundantly clear that overexposure to EMFs puts stress on our bodies at the cellular level. It thus increases our risks of a wide range of diseases ranging from Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s to cancer and, additionally, to DNA damage and reproductive harm (see ehtrust.org/science).

Common symptoms of exposure to unsafe levels of EMFs are headaches, sleep disturbances, skin rashes, heart palpitations, ringing in the ears, memory loss, difficulty concentrating, depression and anxiety. The symptoms are alleviated with distance or elimination of the source. As much as 30 percent of the U.S. population suffers from electromagnetic sensitivity (EMS), with 5 percent experiencing severe symptoms. These percentages will only increase as the amounts of EMF-emitting devices and infrastructure increase.

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MOs, Red Dye #40, glyphosate, asbestos, mold—and now EMFs? Like these other environmental toxins, electromagnetic fields negatively affect our health if we are exposed to too much for too long. Levels of EMFs in our homes are rapidly rising, and protective laws and public policy will take time to catch up with the science, as they did for cigarette smoking.

Meanwhile, it’s up to us to protect ourselves and our families. EMF assessments give you the essential information you need to do so.

They entail measuring levels of EMFs, determining their source and helping you decide whether and how to mitigate them.

What are electromagnetic fields?

Here are some reasons why people have EMF assessments of their homes: • As a preventative measure: to maintain a toxin-free lifestyle for long-term health and longevity of family members.

• They or a family member suffers from electromagnetic sensitivity (or associated environmental illnesses like mold sensitivity, Lyme disease or Multiple Chemical Sensitivity) and want to stop debilitating symptoms.

• They have existing chronic illnesses that can be exacerbated by EMFs and need a healing environment.

Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) are waves of energy that radiate into the air around us. Unlike other toxins (for example, factory smoke-stack pollution), they are invisible and odorless, which is one reason why many people are not aware of them.

• To protect children, who are more vulnerable to EMFs than adults due to their smaller heads, thinner skulls, higher brain water content and far longer lifetime exposure.

We humans have lived in harmony with natural EMFs from the earth and sun for over 200,000 years. Artificial EMFs came into our lives 150 years ago following the invention of electricity. More recently, with the digital revolution has come an explosion of radio frequency (or “microwave”) radiation that has greatly increased with the 5G rollout. Along with our fellow plants and animals, we are now exposed to this radiation from hundreds of devices—from cell towers and smart meters outside of buildings to Wi-Fi routers, cordless phones and even baby diapers and “smart” toys within.

Home EMF assessments differ depending on the consultant. The lead assessor at EMF Wellness Tucson here in the Old Pueblo is Lisa Smith, a Building Biology certified Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist. Here’s how she conducts her “Whole Home” assessments.

There are four types of artificial (human-made) EMFs: electric fields, magnetic fields, radio frequency (RF) radiation and Dirty Electricity. Electric and magnetic fields are emitted from wired sources such as power lines and electronic devices and appliances—anything that can be plugged into an outlet. In contrast, RF radiation is emitted from wireless sources of EMFs. The radiation is used to move information from one place to another through the air. Lastly, Dirty Electricity is electric fields contaminated with RF 26

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Let’s get practical. How are they done?

Preliminaries. The assessment starts before she even gets to your house with an online search for nearby cell towers, including “5G” small cells that can be very close to homes. After greeting family members,

including pets, and getting a tour of the home, she gives a short education session. She goes over what EMFs are, their health effects and how the assessment will proceed. Since cell phones emit strong RF radiation, Smith makes sure everyone knows how to turn off the RF antennas on their phones and that these are off during the assessment.

Exterior. Next comes measurement of EMFs to the exterior of the home. Smith conducts a thorough check for RF radiation on all sides of the house, measuring any radiation from cell towers and neighbor’s devices like routers. She carefully measures radiation emitted by your own and neighbors’ electric utility meters, which is becoming even more important as TEP pushes to install “smart” meters (which emit frequent pulses of radiation 24/7) across the Tucson area. She also checks for RF emissions from gas and water meters and from solar data monitoring systems. Finally, she assesses magnetic fields from nearby powerlines and home electrical equipment. All of these exterior readings help to understand the sources of EMFs you are exposed to on the interior of your home.

Interior. Moving inside, Smith checks for RF radiation, magnetic fields and Dirty Electricity in all high-use rooms—rooms where people sit, stand or sleep for many hours a day. She starts with the bedrooms, the most important when it comes to EMF safety.

EMF-free sleep is vital to peoples’ resilience to daily toxin exposures and thriving health-wise. Exposure to electric fields from live wiring in walls and nearby electronic devices like lamps, clocks and CPAP machines when sleeping disrupts melatonin production. She thus puts a strong emphasis on accurately measuring your bed Body Voltage (electricity on your body). Next, she turns to assessment of RF radiation and electric fields in home offices, a place where people often spend time in close proximity to EMF-emitting devices like computers, printers, wireless phones and lamps. The assessment rounds up with scans of your living and dining rooms, kitchen and laundry appliances.

In each area, exterior or interior, Smith documents the levels of EMFs found and their sources, in some cases helping to mitigate them on the spot. After comparing the levels found with sciencebased Building Biology safety guidelines, she gives you recommendations for mitigating any unsafe EMFs, making every effort to meet you where you are regarding your use of electronic devices. Upon request, she writes a report detailing the findings and provides follow-up assistance.

The cost of a Whole Home EMF assessment depends on the square footage of your home, the number of bedrooms and offices, the presence of solar power and other particulars of the home. The typical range is from $400 to $700. Shorter assessments focused on one room (bedroom, office) or EMF source (cell tower, smart meter, power lines, smart refrigerator) cost less, from $150 to $300.

Contact Lisa Smith, PhD, EMRS, Certified Building Biology Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist at EMF Wellness Tucson at 520-248-0461 or Info@EMF-Wellness.com.

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30th Anniversary

by Kimberly Whittle Humans are social creatures by nature, and leaning into community is key to a long and healthy life. Look no further than the five so-called Blue Zones in places around the planet where people regularly live to be 100 years old. While eating nutritious food and exercising regularly are important aspects to a healthy lifestyle, Dan Buettner, a Blue Zones expert, believes part of the secret to a long and healthy life is finding purpose and doing it with help from a meaningful community.

Buettner’s observations are supported by research. An article published in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine summarized the significant evidence that connection to a community helps people physically and mentally with improvements in weight control, blood sugar levels, cancer survival, cardiovascular health and overall mental health, as well as a notable mitigation of depression and posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms. In a Brigham Young University meta-analysis of 148 studies to determine the effect of social relationships on the risk of mortality, researchers reported that social connections with friends, family, neighbors or colleagues improved the odds of living longer by 50 percent.

A Nexus for Consciousness, Healing and Hope Natural Awakenings, a pioneering magazine founded to educate and connect communities for healthy living on a healthy planet, is celebrating its 30th anniversary. In this digital era, Natural Awakenings continues to stand at the vanguard along with its parent company, KnoWEwell, and its Regenerative Whole Health Hub (Hub). The one-of-its-kind Hub uniquely builds communities, enables trusted connections to people and businesses, provides evidence-based resources, as well as local provider and thought-leader education and healing programs.

As global stressors continue to arise, now more than ever, it’s important to us at Natural Awakenings Publishing Corporation and KnoWEwell to expand our community’s impact to inspire, empower and connect our ecosystem locally, nationally and globally. We will be bringing our readers immersive engagement and learning opportunities, and amplifying our local businesses through multimedia publishing and business services in our local Natural Awakenings online communities, as well as within KnoWEwell’s Regenerative Whole Health Hub. As we enter our fourth decade, our print magazine will continue to grow while we embrace the everexpanding new era of digital enlightenment. We intend to continue to be a beacon of hope and a connector for safe, trusted connections to real people, authentic experts, education, and our natural, integrative and whole-health communities. We are creating new opportunities for our readers to learn from and engage with local business owners, as well as national and global experts through the Hub by:

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30th Anniversary Bringing articles to life and expanding services to local business owners to help them share their unique qualities, expertise and stories in online inspirational and educational webcasts and videos Engaging online community book discussions with luminaries such as Deepak Chopra (see ChopraQuantumBodyDiscussion.KnoWEwell.com) Providing access to immersive learning directories and 200-plus topic-specific communities Helping people find their best-matched providers, community members, businesses and locally grown foods based on their needs, values and preferences Saving members money with discounts on organic foods, courses, healing programs, products and services We promise to remain steadfast in our commitment to high-quality, evidence-based journalism to help our readers stay current and make informed decisions for sustainable, regenerative healthy living. Beginning this month and throughout our 30th year, we invite our readers and business owners to check out what’s new in our print magazines and online. We hope everyone loves our fresh new magazine design this month.

We invite all to engage and connect with like-minded communities, submit feedback for a chance to be included in the new, “Members Comments” department of our magazine, and share your favorite businesses to help us continue to build trusted resources locally and globally. Together, we will be the change we seek in the world to build regenerative communities one at a time to achieve WELLthier Living: Happy. Healthy. Abundant. Purpose-Filled, People and Planet.

Kimberly Whittle is the founder and CEO of KnoWEwell, P.B.C., and the CEO of Natural Awakenings Publishing Corporation. Learn more about her personal journey and purpose at KnoWEwell.com/written-content/steppingstones-WELLthier-living.

What’s New and Coming in 2024 at Natural Awakenings Sign up today to be the first to know what’s coming and what’s new: • Expansion online to all 50 U.S. states with interactive digital magazines • New fresh look for our print magazine, websites and online communities • Share your feedback and new Member Comments department • Artist cover submissions • Reader and business-owner surveys • National book discussion communities with luminaries such as Deepak Chopra • New rotating departments and exclusive online articles • Inspirational local and global provider and business-owner spotlight webcasts • 100-plus (and growing) whole-health educational webcasts both live and on-demand • Giveaways and exclusive members-only discounts on programs and organic foods • Late night show with Dr. Reef Karim • Join our online community to receive Natural Awakenings’ 30th anniversary cookbook.

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Calendar of Events NOTE TO OUR READERS: All events were accurate at press time; we suggest confirming these details with the hosts before attending. Please check NaturalTucson.com to enter your events or find others.

Mark Your Calendar Bio-Touch Meetup January 4 • 5pm Bio-Touch Center 5634 W Pima St Bio-TouchDoveMounatin.com/meetup Bio-Touch Practitioner Training January 16 • 9am-4:30pm Live/Online 8 Hours of CE for nurses, doulas, and massage therapists Tinyurl.com/BTT011624 Free Workshop Including downloadable workbook January 25 • 6pm Live on Facebook and YouTube @BioTouchHealing

Mark Your Calendar Amazing One-Day Healing Retreat Choose from 3 dates in January: Saturday January 6 Saturday January 27 or Sunday January 28 10am-5pm Join us as we come together to create a beautiful reality for the New Year.

Visit website and click on the calendar and date for information, registration form and payment link or email JourneyToHealing.com. $150 Journeytohealing@msn.com 520-825-4645

Mark Your Calendar Online Spiritual Discussion on “How to Survive Spiritually in Our Times”

by Harold Klemp Saturday, January 6 • 11am-12:30pm Explore keys to spiritual freedom found in this book by Harold Klemp, Spiritual Leader of Eckankar. Book not needed to participate.

No charge.

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Sunday, January 7 Breathwork for Health & Well-Being Workshop – 5:30-6:45pm. Lydia McDowell, certified breathwork and yoga instructor introduces you to the fundamentals of functional breathing and techniques that can be practiced daily to cultivate healthy breathing behaviors. $20. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

Friday, January 12 Free 60-minute Masterclass – 11am-12pm.

For Professional Women who want to achieve more without sacrificing anymore, experience my process for making deliberate decisions, reclaiming your time, and regulating emotions so you have tons more energy to get the promotion, change careers, or simply re-balance your work and family life. Register: DebAndersonCoaching. as.me/masterclass.

Mark Your Calendar Moxie's Soulfire Retreat with Deb Beroset A 3-day retreat with 3 follow-up virtual SoulFire Sessions January 12 through January 14 How to have 2024 be a year like no other: Spark Your Passion with Moxie's Live unforgettable retreat for women at a historic and elegant 4-star resort.

Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort 5501 N Hacienda Del Sol Rd ItsTimeForMoxie.com

Saturday, January 13 Japanese New Year Festival 2024 – 11am-3pm.

Enjoy live Japanese music and the annual ritual of Mochitsuki. Savor the flavors of authentic Japanese cuisine with a variety of refreshments.

Advanced tickets required. $18/adults; $10/ members; $6/children. Under 5 no charge. Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson, 2130 N Alvernon Way. 520-332-2928. YumeGardens.org.

Introduction to the Laws of Karma – 1-2:30pm.

What is Karma? This workshop offers a view of karma–how it is created and techniques to soften it. $15. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520323-1222. YogaConnection.org..

Tibetan Sound Healing Circle – 4-5:30pm. A sound experience offering many benefits—physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Receive some individual attention while laying on the floor, comfortably propped. Led by certified instructor, Rain Dvorak. $40. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

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Sunday, January 14 Breathwork For Transformation Online – 9:30-11:30am. Breathwork for Transformation is an active container using Neurodynamic breathwork, somatic awareness and meditation to facilitate emotional and somatic release, deep creative insights and relaxation. $30. lu.ma/ BlueMagicAlchemy.

What is Spiritual Freedom? – 11am-12pm. Give yourself the gift of a new experience of divine love and self-discovery! ECK Light and Sound Services are open to the public. All faiths welcome. No charge. Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport, 3220 S 48th St, Phoenix. 877-300-4949. Welcome@ EckankarArizona.org. EckankarArizona.org.

Tuesday, January 16 What is Dimensional Frequency Expansion? – 6:30-7:30pm. Join me in person or on Zoom for a free informational session about Dimensional Frequency Expansion (DFE). Learn what it is and hear some real life examples of how it has been changing lives. No charge. Paula Taylor Energy Wellness, 3024 E Fort Lowell Rd, Ste 101. PaulaTaylorEnergy.com/dfe.

Thursday, January 18 5-D Divine Matrix - Expanded Heart Class – 5-6:30pm. 5-month series. Third Thursdays. Join Linda Johns in this healing adventure and exploration series. $45/class or $199/advance. JourneyTo Healing@msn.com. JourneyToHealing.com.

Friday, January 19 Free 60-minute Masterclass – 11am-12pm.

For Professional Women who want to achieve more without sacrificing anymore, experience my process for making deliberate decisions, reclaiming your time, and regulating emotions so you have tons more energy to get the promotion, change careers, or simply re-balance your work and family life. Register: DebAndersonCoaching. as.me/masterclass.

Tuesday, January 23 Gratitude Rainshower – 6:30-7pm. Join Sharon Whealy in a 30-minute gratitude rain shower.

Each participant has the opportunity to share their gratitudes (for 3 minutes) and bask in the effervescence of the gratitude rain shower that flows through everyone. Contact the Center for Spiritual Living Tucson at Info@TucsonCSL.org for Zoom access information. No charge. TucsonCSL.org.

Ongoing Events

Mark Your Calendar Sacred Sound Journeys Magical journeys into vibrational healing January 23 • 6:30-8PM Our vibrations dictate our health on all levels of being. Frequency is the future!

Join Paula Taylor as she weaves powerful vocal frequencies through the soothing sounds of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls.

3024 E Fort Lowell Rd PaulaTaylorEnergy.com

Thursday, January 25 Full Moon Labyrinth Walk – 7-8pm. Join Janet Salese and some of your metaphysical friends for a meditative practice with a beautiful walk under the light of a full moon. No charge. CSLTucson at Unity of Tucson’s Outdoor Labyrinth, 3617 N Camino Blanco. TucsonCSL.org.

Friday, January 26 Free 60-minute Masterclass – 11am-12pm.

For Professional Women who want to achieve more without sacrificing anymore, experience my process for making deliberate decisions, reclaiming your time, and regulating emotions so you have tons more energy to get the promotion, change careers, or simply re-balance your work and family life. Register: DebAndersonCoaching. as.me/masterclass.

Saturday, January 27 Gong Bath – 4-5:30pm. Relax and allow the sounds of the Earth Gong and Tibetan Singing Bowls, to wash through, bathing participants in healthful frequencies, realigning energy physically, mentally and spiritually. Led by certified instructor, Rain Dvorak. $30. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

Develop a Powerful Spiritual Practice – 4-5pm.

You’re invited to experience the power and wonder of HU for yourself. Meet others who share a desire to explore their connection with Divine Spirit and engage in spiritual conversation. No charge. Register: https://tinyurl.com/ SOS012724. Welcome@EckankarArizona.org.

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Sunday, January 28 Breathwork For Transformation Online – 9:30-11:30am. Breathwork for Transformation is an active container using Neurodynamic breathwork, somatic awareness and meditation to facilitate emotional and somatic release, deep creative insights and relaxation. $30. lu.ma/ BlueMagicAlchemy.

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Frank Prata One Piece at a Time Exhibit – 10am-4pm. Sculptor Ralph Prata’s freestanding and wall pieces using recycled and found objects.

Opening reception December 31, 1-3pm. Closed New Year’s Day. DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, Little Gallery, 6300 North Swan. 520-299-9191.

Warmpool Peaceful Floating – 10am-6pm. 90 min., by appointment. Wednesdays-Saturdays. Santa Rita Springs invites you to float in our indoor warm pool. $20/solo/duet; $35/3-5 guests. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave, Tucson. Text: 520-990-1857.

SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Watsu Aquatic Massage – 10am-7pm. 90 min, by appointment. Wednesdays-Saturdays. Shiatsu, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Cranial-Sacral Therapy, Integrative Massage methods in our private indoor 96-degree saltwater pool. $150/90-minutes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Text: 520-990-1857. SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Sunday First Sunday Antique Vintage Fair – 8am2pm. 1st Sunday. Over 100 vendors, great deals, and a beautiful park. No better way to spend your Sunday. Medella Vina Ranch, 4450 S Houghton.

520-298-1983.

Meditation – 9-11am. Come together to support spiritual practice through meditation techniques as taught by Paramahansa Yogananda. Join us in deepening your own meditations and spiritual practice.

Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince, #140. 520-792-6544.

Worship Service: Casas Adobes Congregational Church – 9:30am. In person and live streamed.

Faith-centered, music-loving Christian congregation with a variety of worship and spiritual enrichment opportunities. No charge. Info@CAUCC.org.

CAUCC.org/Welcome/Natural.

In-person Sunday Celebration Service for All – 9:30-10:30am. An hour of delight, community and learning with the CSLT community. All welcome.

Also via Zoom. Donation accepted. CSL Tucson @ Live Theater Workshop, 3322 E. Ft Lowell Rd. 520319-1042. Info@TucsonCSL.org. TucsonCSL.org.

New Mind New World – 10-11:15am. Learn how to realize the nature of feelings and how to release unhelpful states of mind. First session free.

Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org.

Tucson Metaphysics Fair – 10am-5pm. Third Sunday. Psychics, Mediums, Intuitives, Angelic, Oracle and Tarot Readers, Reiki and other healers, Pet Psychic, vendors of metaphysical merchandise and jewelry. Prices vary. Tucson Elks Lodge #385 1800 N Oracle Rd. 520-579-8930.

TucsonMetaphysicsFair.com.

Animal Communication, Level 1 - Bridging the Language of All Life – 5-6:30pm. Six-week Zoom teaching seminar. Visit website and click on the calendar date for information, registration form and payment page. $225. JourneyToHealing@msn. com. JourneyToHealing.com.

Sunday Feast and Bhakti Program – 5:30pm.

7pm ten-course feast. Govinda’s Hare Krishna temple and vegetarian restaurant hosts a wonderful program. We observe social distancing and pay close attention to CDC guidelines. No charge.

Govinda’s Natural Foods, 711 East Blacklidge.

520-792-0630. GovindasOfTucson.com.

Monday

Cultivate the Relationship of Your Dreams, with Dreamwork! – 9-10am. Begin with a meditation, and a different exercise each week to breathe life and connection into our dreams, build a bridge with our subconscious and find the magic, wisdom, guidance and more, that dreams offer us. $10.

Eventbrite.com/e/470459847067.

Contemplative Prayer Group – 7-8pm. Weekly Group. Silent 20 minute “sit”. By donation. Via de Dios, 3615 N Prince Village Place, Ste 101.

520-954-1811. ViaDeDios.org.

Tuesday

How Things Really Exist – 6:30-7:45pm.

“How Things Really Exist—Understanding Ultimate Truth, Emptiness”, with Buddhist nun Gen Lingpur. No charge. Kadampa Meditation Center Arizona, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617.

MeditationInTucson.org.

Are You Ready to Transform? – 6:30-8pm. Do you want to change and grow using a spiritual path? The Summit Lighthouse provides a clear journey for personal and world change using the teachings of the Ascended Masters. No charge.

Fort Lowell Counseling Center, 2561-2 E Fort Lowell Rd. SummitLighthouseTucson.org.

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Ongoing Events Taizé Service – 6:45-7:30pm. First Tuesday. Taizé is a service of prayer, music, readings, and silence.

Contact Steve: 520-400-2137. No charge. St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 602 N Wilmot Rd. SJTucson@aol.com.

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Tucson Friendly and Fearless Death Cafe – 1011:30am. First Wednesday. Death Cafés are safe, respectful, open forums to discuss grief, loss, death and dying topics. All welcome. By donation. Zoom ID: 89313889525. Passcode: 583513. Zoom Link: Tinyurl.com/TFandFDCZoom. IsabelDeathCafe@ gmail.com. Facebook.com/TucsonDeathCafe.

Aquacize with Rebecca Lennon – 12-1:15pm.

Join us in a 96-degree private indoor salt water pool for a safe, head to toe aquatic workout focusing on strength, balance and joint mobility. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-444-8636 or B43Lennon@aol.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

AromaYoga At VG Beauty Lounge – 6-7pm.

Every Wednesday. Prepay $14; drop in $15. VG Beauty Lounge, 3964 E Pima St. 520-850-3208.

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Kirtan – 7:30-8:30pm. Open your heart chakra through the practice of Bhakti Yoga. Led by Kasey Gopala, a local musician, devotee, yoga instructor and international recording artist. By donation.

Suggested $15 - $20. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

Thursday

Contemplative 101 – 3:30-5pm. Ongoing training in the ancient art of contemplation. A class for the novice as part of the programs under the Institute of Contemplative Studies through Via de Dios. $25, includes materials. Via de Dios, 3615 N Prince Village Pl, Ste 101. 520-954-1811. ViaDeDios.org.

Meditation – 6-8pm. Come together to support spiritual practice through meditation techniques as taught by Paramahansa Yogananda. Join us in deepening your own meditations and spiritual practice.

Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince, #140. 520-792-6544.

Taizé Inspired Worship – 6:30-7:15pm. Second Thursday. Taizé is a quiet, 45-minute Christian service with gentle music, singing, subdued candlelight, scripture readings and includes time for reflection, time for silence and time for meditation. Casas Adobes Congregational Church, United Church of Christ (UCC), 6801 North Oracle Rd. 520-297-1181. caucc.org.

Embrace The Power of Breath – 6:30-7:30pm.

Join us as we embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and inner peace at our Integrative Breathwork Circle, where a soothing blend of breathwork techniques and reflective sharing sessions aim to reduce stress, elevate presence, and spark creativity. $11. lu.ma/BlueMagicAlchemy.

Are You Ready to Transform? – 6:30-8pm. Do you want to change and grow using a spiritual path? The Summit Lighthouse provides a clear journey for personal and world change using the teachings of the Ascended Masters. No charge.

Fort Lowell Counseling Center, 2561-2 E. Fort Lowell Rd. SummitLighthouseTucson.org.

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Friday

The Journey: Knowing Your Essential Self Course – 11am-2pm. Through August 12. An epic journey spanning the growth of a soul from the human condition of suffering to the freedom of knowing one’s true self. $85-$150/month. Caritas Center, 330 E 16th St. SongsToMe@yahoo.com.

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BICAS Art Corner – 4-6pm. Join us as we create art from bike parts. All ages, from beginning artists to experienced ones, are welcome. No charge.

BICAS, 2001 N 7th Ave. 520-628-7950. bicas.org/art.

Wellness Workshops – 6-7pm. Last Friday of the month. Also, yoga every Wednesday 6-7pm. VG Beauty Lounge, 3964 E Pima St. 520-850-3208. VGBeautyLounge.com.

Soul Cafe – 6-8pm. Fifth Friday. By presencing the mind-body, heart and soul, the essential nature of your true self will emerge to provide what is needed and essential to heal and guide your concern. Facilitated by Kim Lincoln. $10$20/by donation. SongsToMe@yahoo.com.

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Saturday

Contemplative Prayer Group – 9:30-11am.

25-minutes of silent meditation, followed by a DVD by a spiritual teacher such as James Finley, Richard Rohr, Thomas Keating and others, then discussion. No charge. St. Luke›s Home Chapel, 615 E. Adams St. 520-400-2137. SJTucson@aol.com.

Simply Meditate – 10-10:30am. First session free. Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org.

Ai Chi with Connie Seddon – 10-11:15am.

Guided aquatic moving meditation. Calms thoughts and nerves, gently stretches muscles, improves balance, range of motion and energy, while standing in 96 degree saltwater indoor pool. $20/class. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-245-6616 or ConnieSeddon@gmail.com.

SantaRitaSprings.com.

Ananda Tucson Gathering – 11am. First Saturday.

Energize, chant, meditate on the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Ananda Center of Tucson, 1002 E Prince Rd. 530-478-7560. AnandaTucson.org.

Aquacize with Rebecca Lennon – 12-1:15pm.

96-degree private indoor salt water pool for a safe, head to toe aquatic workout, focusing on strength, balance and joint mobility. Free trial class. $200/8-consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-444-8636 or B43Lennon@aol.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Tucson Paranormal Society Cocktail Party – 6-8pm. First Saturday. Admission is free and one complimentary beer or wine is included. TucsonParanormal.Society@gmail.com. No charge.

Encantada Banquet Area, 11177 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley.TucsonParanormalSociety.com.

Community Resource Guide Connecting you to the leaders in natural healthcare and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide email Holly@NaturalTucson.com to request our media kit. Check out our online directory at NaturalTucson.com and enter your free online listing.

Aesthetics and Medspa PAMPERED SKIN & SOUL STUDIO

SUZANNE PEAR, RN PHD LE CQH 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109 • PamperedSkinStudio.com If you believe less is more, Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) is the Nurse-Aesthetician for you.

She provides customized nature-based, holistic skin rejuvenation therapies for all skin types, ethnicities and sensitivities while educating you about your skin concerns and care. See ad, page 27.

Aqua Therapy SANTA RITA SPRINGS

Dorothy Richmond, LMT since 1983 2301 N Santa Rita Ave, 85719 Aquatic Massage • Jin Shin Jyutsu Craniosacral Therapy • Watsu Integrative Massage 520-990-1857 • SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com Water is life…80 minutes of Bliss. Immersed in heavenly 96-degree saltwater inside our poolhouse, receive massage, shiatsu, energy work, great stretches, flowing movement, and maybe Aquatic Craniosacral Therapy to deliciously unwind trauma and strain patterns. See ad, page 17.

Bodywork

SYLVIA BOYED

6550 E Carondelet, Bldg F, 85712 520-370-3689 • SylviaBoyed.com Sylvia Boyed, MA, VMT, CST. Now welcoming new clients.

Restorative bodywork and energetic healing for physical and emotional well-being. 14+ years experience in energetically applied visceral manipulation and craniosacral therapies. Specializing in treatment of head injuries, tinnitus and post-surgical rehabilitation. See ad, page 17.

ZACHARY SABER, LMT

520-232-4585 SaberLMP@aol.com​• TFMND.com Tired of the pain? myofasciall release frees you from what holds you back. Let go of past injuries and love life again. Zach specializes in myofascial release, structural integration and neuromuscular re-education with nearly 20 years of hands-on experience. See ad, page 3.

Brain Health

Building Biology SENERGY360

Brian Johnson 951-634-3588 Brian@Senergy360.com • Senergy360.com Brian Johnson is a Building Biologist accredited by the Building Biology Institute with over 20 years of experience as a General Contractor. There are 25 BBI core philosophies we interweave into my practices. It’s about creating a safe space to heal our bodies. See ad, page 5.

Center for Spiritual Growth

NORTHSTAR HYPERBARIC

VIA DE DIOS

Dr. Carol Henricks, MD 7598 N La Cholla Blvd, 85741 520-229-1238 • NorthStarHBOT.com

Francine Rienstra 3615 N Prince Village Pl #101, 85719 520-954-1811 • ViadeDios.org

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) saturates the body with oxygen, reducing inflammation and enhancing recovery from central nervous system injury including: traumatic brain injury, post-concussion syndrome, stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, birth injury, autism, spinal cord injury, near drowning, anoxic brain injury and other conditions.

Grow beyond your current understanding. Classes include meditation, silent prayer, yoga, healthy habits, creative thinking, integrative and contemplative lifestyle.

Discover ancient prayer techniques. Experience transformation of daily existence into a joyful heart centered reality. Encounter experientially the presence of God.

Breathwork

Chiropractic

BLUE MAGIC ALCHEMY BREATHWORK

WINTERHAVEN HEALTH CENTER

Jonathan Schecter 7555 N Oracle Rd, 85704 520-289-6872 • BlueMagicAlchemy.com Jonathan, a certified breathwork facilitator, integration coach and SEP, offers support with anxiety, emotional fluidity, and clarity of mind and body. The techniques he utilizes also foster a profound connection to one's inner intelligence and purpose, guiding individuals towards holistic well-being. See ad, page 17.

Dr. Nathan Conlee 3020 N Country Club Rd, 85716 520-322-6161 • PerformanceNeurology.com Dr. Nathan Conlee has been treating auto and sports injuries since 1987. As a Chiropractic Neurologist he works with many neurologic disorders. Using gentle chiropractic, physiotherapy, acupuncture and metabolic nutrition, we have helped thousands of patients, from headaches to ankle sprains. Please visit PerformanceNeurology.com. See ad, page 22.

GROW

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Cleaning Services PURMAID

520-331-2629 • PurmaidTucson@gmail.com PurMaids.com PurMaid LLC provides professional green cleaning services to Tucson homes and businesses. Locally owned and operated.

Special offer: $50 off initial cleaning. See ad for details. See ad, page 13.

Coaching, Counseling & Guidance ALBERT LAVENZIANO

Certified Life Coach • ATLAS Education Text/Message: 520-406-8576 Atlas.LifeCoach22@yahoo.com The uncertainty of the last few years has provided time for introspection. Interacting with a Life Coach may uncover goals to consider and explore to provide a more meaningful life. A Life’s journey requires taking just one step at a time.

ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES

Randy Usem, LMT, Radix Practitioner Near Campbell & Grant 520-312-9563 TucsonEmotionalAndTraumaTherapy.com TucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com Affordable alternative or a ddition to traditional therapy. Radix is a neo-Reichian, deep feeling, regressive process similar to bio-energetics and primal therapy.

Exploring with breath, body awareness, centering and grounding to access anger, fear, grief, longing and restore love, trust, pleasure, fulfillment and aliveness.

DEB ANDERSON COACHING

Master Life Coach for Professionals 520-977-3105 Deb@DebAndersonCoaching.com DebAndersonCoaching.com You want more success without more sacrifice - Start crafting the life you want - Transform with Coaching: 520-977-3105 or DebAndersonCoaching.as.me/ consultation. Free 60-minute Masterclass: enroll today: DebAndersonCoaching.as.me/masterclass.

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KIM LINCOLN

Spiritual Psychology, Trauma, Somatic Healing, Clairvoyant 510-685-5528 • KimLincoln.com Ready to evolve? Connect with your True Self and transform anger, hurt, pain & trauma into peace, compassion, love, and joy. Be authentic. Live your purpose.

Awaken from what no longer serves you. Certified Ortho-Bionomy, Somatic Touch and Trauma Recovery. Trained 10 years Diamond Approach, 23 years Diamondlogos, founded Terrain of Essence.

Creative Muse MOXIE

Deb Beroset 312-436-2160 • Deb@ItsTimeForMoxie.com ItsTimeForMoxie.com Unleash your imagination and name what’s calling you.

Are you yearning to sparkle?

To create? To be unabashedly yourself? Something’s been holding you back…now it’s time to elevate your vibe & take action. Book a FREE introductory call with Deb to find out more: MoxieTime.as.me/ introductory-call. See ad, page 9.

PATH4CHANGE

Dan Kimball, MC LPC 64 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 202-14, 85701 602-999-1243 • Path4Change.com Join Path4Change and embark on a journey of self-discovery that challenges, inspires, and supports you. We provide a roadmap for change, utilizing positive psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy,and wellness coaching techniques. Start living your most authentic life today!

Colon Hydrotherapy INTESTINAL HEALTH INSTITUTE

520-325-9686 • Intestines@SheilaShea.com @SheaColonics Colon Hydrotherapy and Gut Nutrition, MA & LMT (FL & AZ), 45-year practice using closed system and abdominal massage. Board certified and member of International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy (IACT). Provides expertise on metabolic health, food addiction and gut motility. Certified Gut and Psychology/ Physiology Syndrome (GAPPS) practitioner.

VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES

Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 E Prince Rd, Rm 9, 85719 520-403-1686 VerySpecialAlternatives@gmail.com VerySpecialAlternatives.net Heal.me/Vonnie-Schultz-Albrecht-RN RN-delivered colonics. FDAapproved system integrated with a full, closed-gravity option. Infrared Therapy included! Probiotic reflorastation and ozone therapies available. Warm, supportive healing environment. Affordable rates and packages. By appointment, flexible hours.

Free 15-minute consult! See ad, page 3.

NaturalTucson.com

Dentistry E DENTAL SOLUTIONS & MEDICINE WHEEL DENTAL

Elahe Wissinger, DMD 2504 E River Rd, 85718 520-745-5496 • Info@EDentalSolutions.net EDentalSolutions.net Our mission is to build a partnership to achieve optimal dental health. The stateof-the-art technology, attention to our clients’ needs, and commitment to continuing education ensure that our clients receive the highest quality care, in a safe and comfortable environment. See ad, back cover.

TUCSON BIOLOGICAL DENTISTRY

Jeanne Anne Krizman, DMD, MPH 1601 N Tucson Blvd, Ste 35, 85716 520-326-0082 • Smile@KrizmanDental.com

A centrally located biologic and integrative dental office with Tucson’s only International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology accredited dentist. Specializing in general and cosmetic dentistry, mercury-free fillings, safe amalgam removal, implants, extractions, cavitation treatment, and ozone therapy. Call for appointment today. See ad, page 2.

Dental Insurance

Energy Work

LIFE SOLUTIONS ADVISORS OF AMERICA

ENERGETIC SYSTEM RE-BOOT

Holly Baker, Retirement Specialist PO Box 69820, Oro Valley, 85737 520-760-2378 Holly@LifeSolutionsAdvisors.net Providing Solutions for Your Retirement With dental insurance, you can prioritize your oral health, save money on routine and emergency dental care and enjoy peace of mind knowing that you’re covered in case of unexpected dental issues. Robust plans available at reasonable rates. Book an appointment today! Call/email now to review your Medicare plan for 2024. See ad, page 15.

Electromagnetic Wellness EMF WELLNESS TUCSON

Lisa Smith, PhD, EMRS Certified Building Biology Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist Info@EMF-Wellness.com EMF-Wellness.com “Electromagnetic safety for a healthy life” EMF Wellness helps keep Tucson’s homes, schools and workplaces safe from unhealthy levels of electromagnetic fields (EMFs). We offer professional EMF assessments with emphasis on reducing exposure to rising levels of microwave radiation from wireless devices and cell towers. Assessments include EMF education and mitigation counseling.

Emotional Freedom Technique - EFT MARIA KINGSLEY

EFT Practitioner, Certified Hypnotherapist 520-780-0170 KadaKingsley@msn.com Maria-Kingsley.com Emotions run high in many people right now.

Do you need help in coping with life? Emotional freedom is just that: an easy tool to deal with upsetting circumstances, anxiety, fears, sickness. It combines energy therapy and psychology to eliminate and reduce emotions. Affordable and necessary.

Suzanne Pear, RN PhD LE CQH 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109 DoctorSuzie@PamperedSkinStudio.com Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) is a Registered Nurse and Quantum Energy Practitioner offering chakra energy system re-alignment and balancing as well as auric field clearing, forgiveness and self-healing practices. Call 520-400-8109 to schedule an Energetic Assessment. See ad, page 27.

Environmentally Safe Homes SENERGY360

Brian Johnson 951-634-3588 • Brian@Senergy360.com Senergy360.com Building using materials and methods to create a space that is mold-free, low-EMF, non-toxic, and has clean air. Having homes that we can call our sanctuaries helps us thrive. Applying the true definition of sustainability, bringing green and non-toxic solutions together synergistically. See ad, page 5.

Healthy Home EMF WELLNESS TUCSON

Lisa Smith, PhD, EMRS Certified Building Biology Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist Info@EMF-Wellness.com EMF-Wellness.com “Electromagnetic safety for a healthy life” EMF Wellness Tucson provides Electromagnetic Field (EMF) assessments and mitigation counselling, specializing in the creation of EMF-safe bedroom sleep sanctuaries.

Services include measurement of electric fields, magnetic fields, dirty electricity, and radio frequency radiation from wireless devices and cell towers.

PURMAID

520-331-2629 • PurmaidTucson@gmail.com PurMaids.com PurMaid LLC provides professional green cleaning services to Tucson homes and businesses. Locally owned and operated. Special offer: $50 off initial cleaning. See ad for details. See ad, page 13.

SENERGY360

Brian Johnson 951-634-3588 • Brian@Senergy360.com Senergy360.com Senergy360 is committed to changing the way home building is done.

National organizations report statistically over 80% of homes are sick, referred to as SBS—sick building syndrome. This applies to existing homes built from the 1970s to today. We are here to change that! See ad, page 5.

Hydration SENERGY360

Brian Johnson 951-634-3588 • Brian@Senergy360.com Senergy360.com Our water systems increase energy and clarity through ionic technology by increasing photonic and biofield energy.

Increased bioavailable oxygen means better hydration, increased absorption by reducing surface water molecule tension. The water structuring process in return reduces toxins and free radicals by altering the molecular and energetic structure.

See ad, page 5.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy NORTHSTAR HYPERBARICS

Dr. Carol Henricks, MD 7598 N La Cholla Blvd, 85741 520-229-1238 • NorthStarHBOT.com Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) saturates the body with oxygen, reducing inflammation and enhancing recovery from central nervous system injury including: traumatic brain injury, post-concussion syndrome, stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, birth injury, autism, spinal cord injury, near drowning, anoxic brain injury and other conditions.

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Invisalign

SANTA RITA SPRINGS

E DENTAL SOLUTIONS & MEDICINE WHEEL DENTAL

Elahe Wissinger, DMD 2504 E River Rd, 85718 520-745-5496 • Info@EDentalSolutions.net EDentalSolutions.net Looking to fix your bite issues but avoid the “metal mouth” phenomenon? At E Dental Solutions, we can help you understand how to keep the aligners and your teeth clean and make it easy for you to fit into your best smile. See ad, back cover.

Dorothy Richmond, LMT since 1983 2301 N Santa Rita Ave, 85719 Aquatic Massage • Jin Shin Jyutsu Craniosacral Therapy • Watsu Integrative Massage 520-990-1857 • SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com Water is life…80 minutes of Bliss. Immersed in heavenly 96-degree saltwater inside our poolhouse, receive massage, shiatsu, energy work, great stretches, flowing movement, and maybe Aquatic Craniosacral Therapy to deliciously unwind trauma and strain patterns. See ad, page 17.

Lymphatic Drainage

Medical Intuitive

LYMPH STUDIO

DANIELLE DVORAK

Susan Couture, LMT, MLD/CDT 6700 N. Oracle Rd, #239, 85704 520-999-0447 • LymphStudio.com

847-323-9188 • Danielle@Replevyn.com Replevyn.com Danielle is a trained and certified Medical Intuitive Practitioner (CMIP, The Practical Path, Tujunga CA).

Medical Intuition utilizes clairvoyance and the other intuitive senses to view and assess the physical body and unique energy system of living beings.

Heal faster – Heal better.

Immune boosting, detoxifying manual lymph drainage, pre- & post-surgery care for aesthetic and restorative Surgery. MLD reduces inflammation, assists with organ, endocrine, circulatory, digestive, neurologic and lymphatic systems. LifeWave X39 Stem Cell Activation patch distributor.

Lifewave.com/SusanCouture. See ad, page 17.

Medical Thermography

Massage

INFLAMMATION IMAGING OF TUCSON

KEN READER, LMT, RYT

The Right Touch Massage Therapy 2984 E Fort Lowell, 85716 • 520-326-7675 RightTouchMassageTherapy.com Tucson Touch Therapies 3903 E Pima St, 85712 • 520-881-7337 TucsonTouchTherapies.com Experienced Pain Relief therapist and wellness provider with 25 years as Reiki/ Cranial therapist. Shiatsu, Thai and Manual Lymphatic massage available at both locations. Book today online at RightTouchMassageTherapy.com or call 520-326-7675.

Shared Office Space with Wild-Wellness Dr. Joshua Reilly ND (Naturopath) Lisa Holliday, CT 7790 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, 85704 520-468-1530 Info@InflammationImaging.com InflammationImaging.com Medical Thermography uses an infrared camera to see the current condition of your health, and blood flow dysfunction/patterns, possibly years before a structure has time to form. Early intervention may help your practitioner with lifestyle/ medical testing recommendations for the best outcome. $25 off any thermal health study. See ad, page 12.

Every single year, we’re a different person.

I don’t think we’re the same person all of our lives.

—Steven Spielberg

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NaturalTucson.com

Medicare Support LIFE SOLUTIONS ADVISORS OF AMERICA

Holly Baker, Retirement Specialist PO Box 69820, Oro Valley, 85737 520-760-2378 • Holly@LifeSolutionsAdvisors.net Providing Solutions for Your Retirement As your trusted independent advisors, we work with most Medicare carriers and companies to best serve your needs and preferences. Call/email now to review your Medicare plan. See ad, page 15.

Meditation THE YOGA CONNECTION

3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 • Yoga@YogaConnection.org YogaConnection.org The Yoga Connection, a non-profit center, serving Tucson over 35 years, offers all levels of yoga and specialized classes. We offer Yoga teacher training leading to 200-hour and 300hour certification. Ask about scholarships and payment options.

Mindful Living MOXIE

Deb Beroset 312-436-2160 • ItsTimeForMoxie.com Deb@ItsTimeForMoxie.com What do you want to do with your one wild and precious life? It’s not about knowing more, it’s about learning how to be more YOU. Learn how to tap into your soul’s desires and elevate your mood and energy. Book a FREE introductory call with Deb to find out more: MoxieTime.as.me/introductory-call. See ad, page 9.

Naturopathic Medicine DR. DEEANN SABER, NMD Transformational Medicine 2028 E Prince Rd, 85719 520-209-1755 • TFMND.com

Dr. Saber is a primary care naturopathic physician who specializes in endocrinology and functional medicine.

Using science-based information as well as your personal symptoms, we will together find the best way to optimal health.

See ad, page 3.

Naturopathic Medicine Pediatric Integrative DR. EMILY TAKEUCHI-MILLER, NMD Medicine Transformational Medicine 2028 E Prince Rd, 85719 520-209-1755 • TFMND.com

Dr. Emily Takeuchi Miller, or “Dr. Em” as she prefers, enjoys seeing patients of all ages and is committed to helping them live well no matter what their current condition. Her special interests include primary care medicine, pediatrics, and Mind-Body medicine/biofeedback. See ad, page 3.

WHOLISTIC FAMILY MEDICINE

Dr. Lance Morris 2310 N Wyatt Dr, 85712 520-322-8122 • WFMedicine@gmail.com ResonantSoundTherapy.com Dr. Morris treats all conditions, pediatric through geriatric, emphasizing “nature cure” to heal mind, body and spirit.

Developer of Resonant Sound Therapy. See website for more information. See ad, page 25.

Non-Toxic Living SENERGY360

Brian Johnson 951-634-3588 • Brian@Senergy360.com Senergy360.com Sustainably Green Building Techniques and principles of Building Biology and our dedication to creating healthy homes are of the utmost importance to us. We aim to use the safest building products and solutions on the market and work with many trusted sources. See ad, page 5.

Nutritionist DESERT MINDFUL NUTRITION Jayme White, MS, BCNS 6885 N Oracle Rd. Ste F, 85704 520-222-9606 DesertMindfulNutrition.com

Jayme White is a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist and Integrative Health Practitioner. She specializes in helping build sustainable dietary habits through mindful eating practices, not restrictive dieting. Conditions addressed include autoimmune, thyroid, gut health, hormone support, and chronic fatigue.

ANA TANASE MD, ABOIM

TMCOne La Canada Office 10390 N La Cañada Dr, Ste 110, 85737 520-420-2110 tmcaz.com/tmc-one/our-providers/ana-tanase Holistic pediatrician, board certified in pediatrics and Integrative Medicine, provides integrative medicine consults, primary care services, second opinions. Visits include personalized nutrition plan, lifestyle counseling, supplements, functional medicine testing, mind body medicine teachings. Accepts most insurances, appointments available online and by phone.

Permanent Jewelry & Makeup

Reiki PATH4CHANGE

Dan Kimball, MC LPC 64 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 202-14, 85701 602-999-1243 • Path4Change.com Uncover the path to inner harmony with Path4Change.

Experience transformative counseling, coaching, Reiki, and Qigong practices that will help you unlock your true potential. It's time to embrace your journey towards balance and personal growth. Connect with us today!

Research GREEN MOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE/ EXPAND HEALTH RESEARCH

Dr. Caitlin Connor 1775 W St Mary's Rd, Ste 111, 85745 520-609-1766 • ExpandHealthResearch.com

A LASTING TOUCH SALON NOW AT TRANSITIONS HAIR STUDIOS

Yvette Dwornik • 520-869-5593 Sarah Dwornik-Olivo • 520-869-4040 7163 E Broadway, 85710 YDwornik@yahoo.com TransitionsHairStudios.com LovelyLinksPermanentJewelry.com New location. Offering Hair, Permanent Make Up and Permanent Jewelry at beautiful, remodeled eastside location. Broadway at Kolb next to DSW. $50 off any new permanent make up service.

See ad, page 21.

Psychedelic Integration TUCSON COUNSELING ASSOCIATES

125 E Mabel St, 85705 520-214-0818 TucsonCounselingAssociates@gmail.com TucsonCounselingAssociates.com

See ad, page 11.

We invite you to explore research studies. If you have an interest give us a call, and we will set up a time when you can tour the lab. We look forward to seeing you in the future!

Retirement Planning LIFE SOLUTIONS ADVISORS OF AMERICA

Holly Baker, Retirement Specialist PO Box 69820, Oro Valley, 85737 520-760-2378 • Holly@LifeSolutionsAdvisors.net Providing Solutions for Your Retirement We specialize in the concerns of our young seniors heading into retirement. Areas of focus: Medical Expense Planning, Retirement Income Strategies, Legacy & Estate Preservation and Health Solutions. Call/email now to review your Medicare plan. See ad, page 15.

Retreat Despite large amounts of talk therapy or medications, do you still need help in healing treatment resistant trauma or depression? Tucson Counseling Associates’ welltrained and experienced team of psychedelic integration therapists can support you and discuss this emerging field of psychedelic assisted therapies.

SOULFIRE RETREAT

Deb Beroset Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort ItsTimeForMoxie.com/soulfire A 3-day, in-person, unforgettable retreat Jan 12-14…and then the journey continues with 3 online workshops to take things next level. Open your mind and heart to the depths of yourself. Experience wonder. Ignite your power to create. Be part of something beautiful. Have 2024 be a year like never before. See ad, page 9.

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Sales Training

Spiritual Teachings

DON ZAVIS

248-497-5869 DonZavis@comcast.net Don Zavis is an accomplished executive with a successful history of taking private and public organizations to new levels of sales and profitability.

Skin Care PAMPERED SKIN & SOUL STUDIO Suzanne Pear, RN PhD LE COE 5160 E Glenn St, Ste 150, 85712 520-400-8109 • PamperedSkinStudio.com

Dr. Suzie (PhD in Epidemiology) specializes in providing customized holistic skin care treatments for all skin types and concerns. Make an appointment today and start on your path to creating beautiful skin for life. See ad, page 27.

Sound Therapy DANIELLE DVORAK

Relax and receive while your energy field is cleansed by antique Tibetan singing bowls, Gantas (bells) and more in the Tibetan Sacred Sound Healing tradition.

Danielle is trained and certified through TibetanBowlSchool.com, and also a lifelong, classically-trained musician, intuitive empath and more.

WHOLISTIC FAMILY MEDICINE

Dr. Lance Morris 2310 N Wyatt Dr, 85712 520-322-8122 • WFMedicine@gmail.com ResonantSoundTherapy.com Dr. Morris treats all conditions, pediatric through geriatric, emphasizing ‘”nature cure” to heal mind, body and spirit.

Developer of Resonant Sound Therapy. See website for more information. See ad, page 25.

Tucson Edition

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING - TUCSON

SENERGY360

A spiritual alternative.

We offer spiritual solutions to everyday challenges. You can learn about us at TucsonCSL.org Celebration Service 9:30am, Meditation 9am. For information about our Sunday services please email Info@TucsonCSL.org or call 520-3191042. See ad, page 25.

Senergy360 systems are designed to emulate Nature through motion and materials. Water Vortices have long been known as water’s way of self-cleaning and energizing itself and the environment. Natural Action utilizes a specific flow form geometry to establish a balanced vortex motion within the water. See ad, page 5.

Sunday Service: 3322 E Ft Lowell Rd, 85716 520-319-1042 • TucsonCSL.org

ECKANKAR

The Path of Spiritual Freedom 1-877-300-4949 8 EckankarArizona.org Facebook.com/EckankarArizona Eckankar.org • HearHU.org Eckankar is a spiritual path that redefines the experience of religion.

Eckankar is based on direct personal experience, transcending philosophy and orthodox religion, offering practical ways we may have spiritual experiences—even the ultimate experience of God—in this lifetime.

Brian Johnson 951-634-3588 • Brian@Senergy360.com Senergy360.com

Wellness Center TRANSFORMATIONAL MEDICINE DeeAnn Saber, NMD Emily Takeuchi Miller, NMD Zach Saber, LMP Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN 2028 East Prince Rd, 85719 520-209-1755 • TFMND.com

We are like-minded healing professionals who have created a collaborative, patientfocused environment to provide healthy experiences for those ready to reach optimal health and wellness.

See ad, page 3.

THE SUMMIT LIGHTHOUSE TEACHING CENTER PHOENIX

847-323-9188 Danielle@Replevyn.com Replevyn.com

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Elizabeth Clare Prophet 4105 N 20 St, Ste 115, Phoenix SummitLighthousePhoenix.org Facebook.com/TSLofPhoenix 480-442-5020

Learn about your inner divine self through The Teachings of the Ascended Masters by Mark and Elizabeth Clare Prophet. Free online classes on Archangels, Karma, Chakras and the Story of Sanat Kumara. SummitLighthousePhoenix.org. Click on “Free Spiritual Lessons”. More classes on Zoom.

Therapeutic Writing INDIVIDUAL WRITE-TO-HEAL SESSIONS Kim Green • Call/text: 678-938-2777 YouCanWriteYourLife@gmail.com

Healing from trauma cannot be done alone. Awardwinning author and coach, Kim Green supports individuals who are ready to overcome trauma with individualtherapeutic writing sessions. 3 and 6-month programs. Sliding scale pricing is available. Free Consultation.

See ad, page 10.

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VG BEAUTY LOUNGE

3964 E Pima St, 85712 • 520-850-3208 VGBeautyLounge@gmail.com VGBeautyLounge.com Team of six dedicated and highly educated wellness providers, each specializing in a distinct area of well-being: skin care, weight loss, body contouring, detoxification, non-surgical face lifts and hair care. Special offer: $99 Body Contour or Skin Care Treatment. See ad, page 15.

Yoga THE YOGA CONNECTION

3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 • Yoga@YogaConnection.org YogaConnection.org The Yoga Connection, a non-profit center, serving Tucson over 35 years, offers all levels of yoga and specialized classes. We offer Yoga teacher training leading to 200-hour and 300-hour certification. Ask about scholarships and payment options.

Classifieds BARBERS/ COSMETOLOGISTS WANTED. Friendly, fun, professional environment.

15 stations. Newly renovated.

Transitions Hair Studio. Eastside location. Broadway at Kolb, next to DSW. Call Yvette at 520-869-5593.

CLAIM HEALING FOR YOURSELF Energy work, massage therapy, spiritual coaching, and sound healing combine in extraordinary ways to aid in physical recovery, trauma release and spiritual growth.

Invite a deeper experience of self or choose to grow as a practitioner through group and individual offerings. Visit PaulaTaylorEnergy.com or call/text 575-644-8914.

CALLING ALL FICTION WRITERS! The first B L A N K Concentrated Group Coaching PAGE Session of 2024 is C O N S U L T I NG M a k e i t h a p p e n . forming now. First session: January 9th. In 11 weeks, you will gain 5 weeks of foundational skills, outline development, 6 weeks of one-oneone sessions with Kim Green and an invitation to finish your novel.

Reserve your space now. Call/text: 678-938-2777, BlankPageConsult.com.

COACHING SESSION - 75% OFF Pick your day/time to meet on zoom for a 1 hour coaching session. Offered

by Master Life and Leadership Coach Deb Anderson - bring your toughest work/life challenges and let's Coach!

75% off of $250: Use Coupon Code: TRANSFORMATION DebAndersonCoaching.as.me/ ALaCarte.

CANDACE BRINGS TO THE REALM OF INTUITIVE ASTROLOGY THE PRESENCE OF A SOUL MESSENGER. She offers readings that connect you to your symbols and deep interpretations of your souls’ desires.

Candace sees her knowledge of astrology as a way to fulfill her calling as a soul whisperer. Call/email to schedule your session: 509-8331714, Candancemiles@gmail.com.

TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD, email: Holly@ NaturalTucson.com.

50 words just $65 per month, three-month minimum.

Contact us today with questions, 520-760-2378.

COSMIC FIRE DVD: A 28-min Music Video for Relaxation/ Meditation, featuring fire filmed in slow-motion with a blend of traditional melodies and chant from the Indian Subcontinent. Buy local, from Tucson Filmmaker’s website: WildHorizons. com, $19.95+ Discounted Media Bundles. Ships from Tucson.

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he assumption that orthodontic treatment is mainly about appearance has been proven wrong with many studies. The correct alignment of the teeth is crucial for good dental health.

Untreated orthodontic problems may contribute to tooth decay, gum disease, bone breakdown, jaw joint problems and loss of teeth. In addition, uncorrected problems can adversely affect one's speech, general health and self-esteem. Self-confidence almost always increases when a smile is improved.

Some of the benefits of having orthodontic treatment: • Reduces the risk of gum disease and tooth decay by making it easier to clean your teeth properly.

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