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Contents 11 EYELINER TATTOOING

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The Benefits and Process

14 READY, SET, GLOW Transformational Medicine

17 CONCUSSION Not Just a Brain Bruise

18 THE CONNECTION

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BETWEEN FOOD AND ORAL WELLNESS

19 IMPORTANT EVENTS AT

EACH STAGE OF DIGESTION

20 THE HEALTHY FOOD MOVEMENT

Pandemic Trends are Shaping Better Local Food Systems

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Edible Blooms Add Flavor and Color to Summer Fare

27 THE ART OF DOING NOTHING

28 THE NATURAL GLOW

Radiant Skin with Fewer Health Risks

DEPARTMENTS 8 health briefs 9 ad index 10 event brief 12 masters of

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Our feature article, “The Healthy Food Movement”, on page 20, talks about some exciting and important advancements in our food systems that are making healthy, local food more accessible to all.

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From there, we have some fun with edible blooms that can add color and flavor to summer dishes in “Flower Power”, on page 23. If you want to get more technical, learn about the stages of digestion in our bodies on page 19. And if you want to know what foods help or harm your dental health, check out “The Connection Between Food and Oral Wellness” on page 18.

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For radiant and healthy skin tips, check out “That Natural Glow”, on page 28. Don’t forget to wear your sunscreen this summer—but also year-round—and protect that beautiful skin you’re in.

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health briefs

Recent Innovations in Natural Skin Rejuvenation using ART

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utologous Regenerative Therapy (ART), using a person’s own blood, plasma and/or albumin to volumize areas of skin laxity or wrinkles, is an increasingly popular and effective choice for natural skin rejuvenation.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), obtained from a whole blood sample which has undergone centrifugation, is commonly injected into the scalp to biostimulate hair growth, or used as “slip” on the face during microneedling or after laser treatments. ART products are also combined with commercial fillers or laser treatments to boost healing and treatment results.

A recent innovation in ART is the new EZGEL procedure, which converts the processed blood into a growth-factor and stem cell-dense, albumin-rich gel which can be injected into any area needing lift or rejuvenation. Additionally, the amount of ART 100 percent natural filler obtained with the EZGEL process is equivalent to between four and six syringes of commercial filler at a fraction of the usual cost— making it an affordable, safe and effective aesthetic treatment option to consider.

Suzanne Pear is a registered nurse-aesthetician and certified quantum energy practitioner with a doctorate (Ph.D.) in Epidemiology, now specializing in corrective skin care. She offers ART with EZGEL and more at Pampered Skin & Soul Studio, in Tucson. Connect at 520-400-8109 or PamperedSkinAndSoul.com. See ad, page 10.

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Shedding Light on Food Allergies

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e’re all familiar with food allergies that cause an instant reaction, such as anaphylaxis, when Immunoglobulin E (IgE) is produced and the immune system springs into action. Blood pressure suddenly drops; airways narrow blocking breathing; sometimes also a rapid, weak pulse; skin rash; nausea and vomiting may occur. Common foods that cause this type of reaction include peanuts and nuts, fish, shellfish and eggs.

However, there is another type of food allergy, often referred to as a food sensitivity or intolerance, where an instant reaction does not occur. A different antibody is produced (IgA and/or IgG) and delayed response reactions occur. This type of food sensitivity has been associated with a wide range of issues, including: insomnia, achy body, asthma, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, arthritis, indigestion, bloating, brain fog, thyroid issues, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and more.

What’s tricky about this type of food sensitivity is that the symptoms don’t usually appear at the exact time the food is ingested. As a result, many people don’t realize what’s happening and that a food sensitivity may be contributing to, or even causing, many health challenges they may be struggling with. The most common food sensitivity allergens include: wheat, dairy, egg, corn, tree nuts, soy, fish and crustacean shellfish.

Anyone can develop a food sensitivity to almost any food substance—especially something that’s ingested often and creates a craving. People who are struggling with health issues that can’t be diagnosed, might want to get tested for food sensitivities. It could change, and perhaps even save, a life.

Danielle Dvorak has been working in the field of wholistic health for over 20 years as a Certified Sound Practitioner, energy worker, Certified Aromatherapist, Medical Intuitive and more. Connect at 847-323-9188, Danielle@Replevyn.com or Replevyn.com.

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eople are suffering from increased abdominal and intestinal stress, so much so that their quality of life is affected. One of the wonderful things about colon hydrotherapy is the abdominal massage the person receives during their session.

Given the current pandemic of metabolic syndrome (MetS), the massage is even more important. The distended or protruding abdomen is one of the key characteristics of MetS. Most people experience visceral fat or fat around the intestines, and distension from gas. The majority of gas is due to the fermentation of processed foods, seed oils and added sugars.

During a colon hydrotherapy session, the person relaxes on their back while they receive an inflow of water. With a small amount of pressure, the water is released and flows out. During that outflow, the therapist massages the abdomen, feeling for bulbous and disconnected areas, and areas that do not move.

The idea is to get activation and a flow going from one area of the large intestines to another, from the cecum below the liver, to the transverse across the client’s center and finally to the exit, the descending colon on the client’s left side leading to the rectum and anus. The colon hydrotherapy and massage help connect one area of the gut to another. The massage helps the activation of the gut muscles and elimination of waste, mucus and gas.

Today, people are suffering a slowdown is their motility—the ability of their gut muscles to move and peristalt. With successful peristalsis, muscles of the gut (like those of the heart) expand and contract to move matter through the system. Part of the role in colon hydrotherapy is to bring the large intestines back to movement, activation and elimination. The massage is key in this work, along with the water.

Sheila Shea is a licensed massage therapist and Director of Intestinal Health Institute, in Tucson. Connect at 520-325-9686, Intestines@SheilaShea.com or SheilaShea.com/colon-hydrotherapy.

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iaspora Showcase Africa, “Koras and Guitars”, directed and produced by Kwevi Quaye, features an all-star cast of fashion designers, musical acts, dance performances and culinary art. The showcase will take place on September 3, from 6 to 10 p.m., at Savoy Opera House, in Tucson.

Starting with award-winning and Vogue/Elle featured designers: Ghanaian designer Kwame Koranteng and Surinames designer Else Hardjopawiro, who are fresh from presenting at the Spring London Fashion Week and Milan Fashion Week.

These designers will be joined by veteran designers Moshood and Maria K Adeeko, both from Nigeria.

The music headliners include Karamo Susso, a Malian kora instrumentalist, and Jason Tambo, a Congolese guitarist who has performed over 200 concerts with many notable artists, including Bono, Papa Wemba, Ziggy Marley, Peter Gabriel and more. The duo are joined by guitarist Fernando Perdomo, from the movie Echo In The Canyon, and Yamoussa Bangoura from Guinea, a Djembe drummer and instrumentalist.

A delicious African cuisine from Egypt, Morocco, Ghana, Nigeria, Benin, Kenya and Zambia will be served at the show.

There will also be an After Party at the end of the show at Savoy Opera House. Tickets start at $69.

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ermanent eyeliner or eyelash enhancement helps women and men enhance the appearance of their eyes. It eliminates the need to outline eyelids with liquid liners or pencils and improves the appearance of missing, thin or light colored lashes. Permanent eyeliner allows people to swim, shower or exercise without having makeup smudges. It provides safety and convenience to people with oily skin, vision problems or unsteady hands. Eye doctors (ophthalmologists and optometrists) also recommend permanent eyeliner to patients who wear contact lenses, have watery eyes or are allergic to regular makeup.

Eyeliner “frames” the eyes and can make eyelashes appear darker, fuller or thicker. It can enhance the shape or balance (symmetry) of a person’s eyes, create the illusion of larger eyes or affect how the spacing of the eyes is perceived.

Eyelash Base Enhancement: This method is for people who want an extremely natural look. Pigment is tattooed only in the skin at the base of eyelashes, in-between their rows. No obvious line is drawn beyond the last row of lashes. This causes the eyelash base to appear darker and fuller and frames the eye without the look of having eyeliner.

Full Eyeliner (top, bottom or both): This method creates a line above the last row of eyelashes (on upper liner) or below the last row (on lower liner) to add depth to the eyes. The width of the line can be thin, medium or thick. Each full eyeliner procedure includes an eyelash base enhancement to complete the look.

Designer eyeliner can also be created by adding a layer of color(s).

Before the permanent makeup procedure, clients will go over medical history, eyelid anatomy and desired makeup techniques with professionals. Once the client’s optimal design and color are determined, topical anesthetics will be applied to numb the eyelids.

After the procedure, the eyeliner will first look darker and thicker than desired, but it will lighten and soften after healing.

Mascara or eyeshadow cannot be worn during the first week of healing, and ointments will need to be applied regularly, which should be kept in mind when scheduling a procedure.

Eyeliner will lighten and soften after healing. Since it is always best to be conservative, if the eyeliner heals lighter or thinner than desired, it can be darkened or thickened at a follow-up visit (second application), about four to six weeks after the procedure.

Because permanent makeup can fade over time, maintenance visits can be scheduled every few years to keep color looking fresh.

Yvette Dwornik is the owner of A Lasting Touch Salon, at Plaza at William Centre, 5350 E. Broadway Blvd., #162, in Tucson. She offers permanent makeup services including eyeliner, microbladed/powdered eyebrows and full lip color. Call to schedule your free consultation.

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nna Mana Ra, Energy Healer and Spiritual Coach at Higher Heart Healing, is offering special summer pricing on her digital program content at HigherHeartHealing.co, including her Greater Than Gold program, which focuses on how to manifest in your life.

“Our ability to envision what we desire in our lives, and in our external realities, really comes effortless to humans using our own Anna Mana Ra imagination. It’s why we are universally known as ‘Master Creators’,” explains Mana Ra. “By using your own imagination to envision the life you want, you are sending out the vibration and frequency of that which your heart desires. Your higher heart is also known as ‘the Seat of the Soul’ and holds all your intentions. Your intentions will always get you that which you desire in your life.”

In the Greater Than Gold program, participants will create a practical and manageable Abundance List, with strategies that teach them flow and how to process the limiting belief systems in their life that undermine their fortunes.

“Try this this week: combine your imagination to visualize that which your heart desires, and set the intention that it is already yours. These are the primary building blocks of manifesting,” says Mana Ra.

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What is Reiki?

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eiki is energy healing practitioners can use to affect our minds, bodies and spirits. Rei means “god wisdom” and ki means “higher power”. Reiki is a guided life force biofield energy that surrounds us and is within our body. Biofield regulates cellular function to our nervous system, reduces anxiety, promotes sleep and improves quality of life.

Reiki practice is based on “life force energy”, an energy that effects mind, body and spirit.

The practitioner places their hands on or above a client’s body to facilitate that person’s healing energy. Distance Reiki is also used to connect energetically with someone. Self-Reiki is done by a practitioner on their own bodies to deepen their own energy as practitioner.

There are five principles of Reiki: Just for today, do not worry; Just for today, do not anger; Just for today, be humble; Just for today, be honest; Just for today, be compassionate toward yourself and others. These five principles work as mantras as well.

According to Mikado Usui, a Buddhist monk who created the Spiritual practice, “Reiki principles are the key to living a happy life and serve as medicine to the soul…

Reiki principles are there to encourage us to embody the Reiki energy throughout the day, every day. They speak to the importance of one day at a time.”

Energy medicine aims to help the flow of energy and remove blocks, similar to acupuncture or acupressure. Reiki has been practiced for about 2,500 years. Reiki techniques channel universal energy known as ki and assist the body’s natural healing processes to develop emotional, mental and spiritual well-being.

Ken Reader is an experienced pain relief therapist and wellness provider with 25 years as a Reiki/cranial therapist. He is offering a summer special of sound healing added to any Reiki session. Reader practices at two Tucson locations: Tucson Touch Therapies, 3903 E. Pima St. (520-881-7337) and The Right Touch Massage Therapy, 2984 E. Fort Lowell (520-3267675). Connect at 520-326-7675 or RightTouchMassageTherapy.com.

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onsidered an “alternative health care” center, Transformational Medicine (TFM) offers wholeperson care through its doctors, bodywork specialists, nursing staff, colon hydrotherapist and nutritionist. Because they work as a team, each patient is given the time and attention they need to be heard and seen.

At Transformational Medicine, the team treats the entire individual, and often, the entire family. For example, should a doctor’s patient have a headache, they’ll ask a bodywork specialist to help, so they can continue without pain. If a doctor is concerned there’s a deeper problem for their patient, they’ll ask one of their teammates to step in.

TFM will do what is necessary to assist patients in getting answers, getting test results, getting help and getting pain-free.

Q & A with Transformational Medicine

What is naturopathic medicine and how is it different from Western medicine?

A naturopathic physician is taught not only how to diagnose, but also how to grow the plants and how to make the plant-based medicines the patient needs. NDs are also able to prescribe medications.

Naturopaths look at the entire body, not just the immediate ailment, because the body is an entire unit, not compartmentalized. When a naturopath talks about diet, it’s because everything you ingest affects your body. A bad diet results in poor digestion and decreased immunity.

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Your immune system starts in your gut, so when you don’t take care of it, you may find yourself with many ailments that western medicine doctors will prescribe medications for. Then, they will prescribe more medications to address the side effects of your original medications. It’s a vicious cycle that naturopaths know how to avoid by addressing the real problems up front.

At Transformational Medicine, the doctors can run multiple tests, and typically run more than western medicine doctors. Because we aren’t restricted by catering to your insurance company, we cater to your needs. Working as a team, you and the physician get to determine which testing, which goals are most important to you and the quality of life you want. Neurological tests can be done, blood tests for allergies and exposures can be conducted, and other tests can be ordered to narrow down the causes of the issues you are having, whether they are mental, physical or emotional.

What are the most common health problems you see in your practice?

The most common issues we see are dehydration and malnourishment. People eat far too much junk food for them to get healthy; they become overweight but are malnourished because junk food does not provide what the body needs to survive or thrive. We see a lot of thyroid, Hashimoto’s and endocrine issues. We also do a lot of pain management work using Zach’s myofascial release body work and Dr. Saber’s Prolozone injections.

How can thyroid abnormalities affect individuals?

Thyroid abnormalities impact one’s energy, joint laxity, skin, metabolism, temperature regulation, weight and hair. Dr. Saber has treated over 1,000 people now for low functioning thyroid or hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s and Graves (both autoimmune disorders) and thyroid cancer.

What foods will boost your health and looks?

Clean foods will boost your health. This means organic, locally grown, seasonally sourced, non-genetically modified, organic, grass-fed meats. Taking out the sugar and junk food can change a person’s life significantly. Hair and nails grow, energy soars and sleep improves. Generic muscle aches and pains go away, joints stop hurting. You would notice improvement within a week when making dietary changes.

Living in a desert, how much water should we be drinking?

Rule of thumb is half your body weight, but in ounces. So, if you weigh 150 pounds, you should drink 75 ounces per day. If you also drink caffeine, or work out, or work outdoors and you sweat, you’ll need to drink more water to stay hydrated.

Why is exercise essential for the body and mind?

Exercise, even walking daily, is a terrific way to keep circulation functioning, keep the heart rate going, keep your joints

Meet the TFM Team Zach Saber: Business manager, licensed massage therapist (LMT), and Board-Certified grief counselor, specializes in Myofascial Release/ Structural Integration. He moves fascia and can help alleviate pains from migraines, old injuries, new injuries, back pain, joint injuries. He also aids in releasing old emotions that are holding you back or keeping you in pain. He brings 27 years of experience to his practice.

Dr. DeeAnn Saber: Naturopathic Physician, LMT, Functional Medicine and Endocrinology specialist and Native American Shamanic Practitioner. She also has 25 years of experience as a bodyworker and 14 years as a doctor. In the last three years, she has done advanced studies in Environmental Medicine, IV therapies and ozone treatments.

Dr. Emily Takeuchi Miller: Naturopathic Physician, Biofeedback and Pediatrics specializations. She did internships at Transformational Medicine for years before starting medical school. She has additional training in biofeedback, IV therapies and ozone treatments.

Vonnie Schultz Albrecht, RN: With multiple talents after 35 years of nursing, she assists the clinic doing IV therapies. She also runs her own business, called Very Special Alternatives, offering colon hydrotherapy or colonics, ear candling and much more.

Laura Pichereau, LMT: She specializes in massage, neuro reset therapy, yoga and nutrition, and is a personal trainer.

Other staff include: Nica Snell, Medical Assistant; Brooklyn O’Ferrin, Front Desk Goddess; and Richard Bitner, patient files. lubricated, get fresh air and burn off some of the excess fat your body is holding onto. If we don’t move, we get stiff and die. Our bodies are designed to move, and the more movement our species does, the better our overall health. It’s also great to clear the mind and lowers depression and anxiety. We do our best to “walk” this talk, by walking our dogs daily, doing yoga regularly and going to the gym.

What does the gut have to do with a strong immune system?

The gut is the foundation of the house, comprising 70 to 80 percent of our immune system cells. If your gut does not work well, your immune system is compromised. If your healthy gut bacteria are down due to toxins from the food or

water you consume, you get dysbiosis, which causes bloating, gas and pain.

This imbalance results in a decreased function of the immune system because the immune cells do not get the nutrition they need to work properly. Adding probiotics helps to rebalance the gut bacteria, while colon hydrotherapy assists in clearing out old waste and sludge.

What vitamin/mineral deficiencies do you commonly observe in patients?

The most common deficiencies we see are low B vitamins, magnesium and D3.

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We offer many distinct types of IV therapies, including vitamin C in many dosages, hydrogen peroxide for anti-viral treatments, heavy metal chelation IVs and many more designed specifically for the patient’s needs.

We use biofeedback to help retrain your nervous system to be more resilient and produce more helpful responses in the long term, including: healthy stress coping skills; increases in exercise and restful sleep; positive changes in relational dynamics; reduction in anxiety and depression; and decreases in muscle tension, chronic pain, fatigue, brain fog, food cravings and unhealthy eating habits.

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what is causing the brain fog, or clarity issues. We can check a person’s neurotransmitters via a simple urine test. We can see if environmental toxins, mold or heavy metals are impacting the brain and body.

We will see if muscle issues are contributing to brain and neck pains. We work with a variety of therapies to assist patients to get clear, focused and healed brains.

How is myofascial release therapy different from regular massage therapy?

How does biofeedback work and what are its uses?

Biofeedback is a safe, noninvasive, evidence-based method to help people develop greater awareness and ability to regulate their physiology by using signals from their own bodies. By monitoring your body signals, sensors connected to your body provide you with information in real time about its functioning, such as muscle tension, sweating, temperature, respiration and heart rate.

The only thing massage and myofascial release have in common is a massage table and the use of hands/arms. Myofascial release is a focus on the connective tissue in the body. Massage is great for relaxing and destressing. Its design is to move fluids and relax muscles. Myofascial release is a generic statement, but in our business, it is about changing the structure, releasing old patterns and helping the body, mind and soul be comfortable in the body you have.

What surprises patients most about the services you provide?

We get patients scheduled as promptly as possible. We have a beautiful building with ample parking. Brooklyn, Deborah and/or Richard will greet you and welcome you to Transformational Medicine.

You’ll feel safe and can relax knowing you’re in good hands. Behind the scenes, we work diligently to keep prices affordable. We work hard to get you answers in a timely manner. Patients always come first. We love what we do, and it shows.

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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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CONCUSSION Not Just a Brain Bruise

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wareness of concussion injury exploded with the movie Concussion in 2015.

The correlation between multiple concussions and neurodegenerative conditions was brought to the big screen. The common analogy of concussion being a “brain bruise” suggests that it is a minor injury that should recover in a few days without any permanent consequences. However, this is not true.

Our brains are uniquely designed and complex, more sophisticated than any computer. Every activity is a function of networks in the brain. The brain tissue injury that occurs as the result of concussion is complex and disruptive. Concussion is the result of many kinds of trauma that cause the brain to be shaken around inside the skull, causing diffuse axonal injury (DAI).

DAI creates lesions all throughout the brain, damaging the myelin (the fatty coating around axons), and may cause damage to deeper axonal structures. Diffuse injury disturbs network communication in the brain. Synapses—where one brain cell or neuron uses neurotransmitters to communicate with another brain cell—can be pulled apart, therefore disrupting cell-to-cell communication. The microenvironment of electrolytes and other brain-specific chemicals around the brain cells, glia and other support cells is disrupted and may effect electrical conductivity and functioning of cells.

Even a minor concussion may cause breaches in the blood brain barrier (BBB). A breach in the BBB allows chemicals, toxins and infections access to the brain when they would otherwise be blocked. The microtubular structure that internally organizes the neuron and allows transport of neurotransmitters to the synapse may be disrupted and disable cellular function.

Brain cells that are damaged and not restored to function begin a process of degeneration; this dying back of the cell leads to cell death and brain atrophy.

This is the definition of a neurodegenerative process. Neurodegenerative processes include dementia, Parkinson’s disease and ALS. Functional recovery—restoring the ability to read, sleep and balance, visual function and depth perception, cognitive activities and more—can be addressed by therapy, where some re-wiring and re-networking of the brain may occur.

However, decline may still occur because functional recovery is different from biologically and physiologically healing the brain.

Military veterans, first responders and athletes in contact sports are at great risk for concussion and recurrent concussion, which causes cumulative injury and a high risk for neurodegenerative conditions. Traditional Brain MRI sequences, even with contrast, do not aid in diagnosing concussion because they do not highlight the disconnections. Brain MRI – DTI (diffusion tensor imaging) sequencing and/or Brain Quality SPECT scanning are the imaging tools of choice.

Objective computer-based functional testing, including the RightEyeQ test (a standardized objective test of visual fixation and follow), reaction time testing and formalized balance testing, are objective and predictive, which is a good way to establish a baseline.

Take brain health seriously and pursue meaningful testing and active treatment for concussion.

Carol L. Henricks, M.D. is a neurologist specializing in the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) and PEMF at NorthStar Hyperbaric, in Tucson. (HBOT) saturates the body with oxygen, reducing inflammation and enhancing recovery from central nervous system injury. Connect at 520-229-1238 or NorthStarHBOT.com.

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The Connection Between Food and Oral Wellness

iet and nutrition are significant influencers of our oral health. Diet can affect the development and progression of oral diseases and conditions such as caries, periodontal disease, erosion and others. While nutrition can be defined as the micro (vitamins and minerals) and macro (carbohydrates, protein and fat), as they relate to the body’s dietary needs, diet refers to the specific foods consumed. The relationship that diet and nutrition have with oral health is bidirectional. Poorly maintained mouths, decayed, broken or missing teeth can also influence an individual’s functional ability to eat.

Hectic lifestyles, fast food, fad diets, large amounts of sugar and trendy supplements can have health repercussions. A poor diet can contribute to gum disease and tooth decay. Foods high in sugars and starches increase the production of acids that can erode and weaken the tooth’s outer layer (enamel). Eventually, these acids can cause tooth decay.

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type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and some cancers, including oral cancer.

As evidenced by widely known research, the least beneficial kinds of food for the teeth are: foods with high sugar content, carbonated drinks, citrus-based foods (like oranges, lemons, limes and grapefruits) and starchy foods and vegetables (such as potatoes, beans and corn).

However, we don’t have to eliminate these foods altogether. Instead, try consuming foods from this list sparsely and switching to better options whenever possible.

In order to select foods that encourage great dental health, try starting with diverse meals from other food groups— such as vegetables, lower sugar-containing fruit, dairy, grains and different kinds of meat. Each of these groups give minerals and nutrients that serve to nourish the body and generate healthier teeth.

If unsure how to stick with a clean diet, contact a general practitioner or a skilled nutritionist. They may produce a diet plan that suits an individual’s lifestyle needs.

Eating low sugar containing fruit and vegetables stimulates saliva that washes away harmful bacteria and buildup. Start with dark leafy greens, like kale and spinach. These veggies contain calcium and vitamin C that serve to fight gum disease and safeguard enamel.

Another way to enhance our oral health is to alter what we drink. Water rinses out the mouth, decreasing acid and food particles between the teeth. Additionally, water minimizes any bacteria in the mouth that may erode teeth.

The team at E Dental Solutions works tirelessly to help and provide patients with state-of-the-art treatments provided in a comfortable, relaxing and holistically safe environment. Dr. Elahe Wissinger aims to give patients knowledge so that they may make the correct decisions for their mouth and overall health. Connect at 520-745-5496 or EDentalSolutions.net. See ad, back cover.

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Important Events at Each Stage of Digestion

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btaining nutrients from food involves both digestion and absorption, which are critical for healthy metabolism. Digestion is the process of breaking down food into pieces from which nutrients can be absorbed into the body and dispersed to tissues as needed. Digestion also involves removing the waste, which is anything the body cannot use.

Digestion begins in the mouth with the mechanical breakdown of food through chewing, following with chemical breakdown from enzymes found in saliva.

From the mouth, the bolus, or chewed food, will travel to the stomach, where it encounters a highly acidic environment.

The stomach contains digestive enzymes that begin to degrade whole food pieces into the basic components that can be absorbed.

Next, the contents from the stomach, called chyme, enter the small intestine.

As they travel, secretions from the liver, pancreas and gallbladder aid in digestion through the release of digestive juices

that help further break down food. The majority of nutrients are now able to be absorbed throughout the small intestine.

Folate, iron and vitamin D3 are absorbed in the duodenum portion of the small intestine, while the jejunum is the site of

absorption for sugars, amino acids and fatty acids. Finally, the ileum is critical for fluid and vitamin B12 absorption.

While most of the absorption of nutrients occurs in the small intestine, the large intestine houses very important microbiota that constitute part of the gut microbiome. These bacteria are critical to the health of the entire body and can utilize food components that are non-digestible by intestinal cells, such as dietary fiber. Maintaining a healthy microbiome provides benefits to the brain, immune system and many other parts of the body. The large intestine is also the location of the absorption of sodium and potassium, as well as reabsorption of water. Leaving the large intestines, the remaining byproducts of food that were not digested or absorbed are eliminated via defecation.

The breakdown and digestion of foods is a highly complex and regulated task, orchestrated by several organs. To keep the digestive tract running smoothly, focus on consuming a whole-food, plantbased diet and obtaining adequate sleep and physical activity.

Keri Barron, Ph.D. is the Scientific Nutrition Writer for Standard Process. For more information, visit WholisticMatter.com.

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THE HEALTHY FOOD MOVEMENT

Pandemic Trends are Shaping Better Local Food Systems

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ike so much else on the planet, the two-year coronavirus pandemic turned the health food world upside-down.

“I found myself thinking real dystopian and wondering if people would be able to survive if grocery stores crumbled,” recalls Diana Mondragón, of Rockford, Illinois. “That scary thought train reminded me that I want to learn how to be more self-sustainable.” Her once-occasional drop-bys to farmers markets are now an essential weekly ritual. “I want to support local farmers and food producers to help communities grow stronger and healthier,” she says.

When the long supply chains of the conventional food system became disrupted, many Americans found themselves feeling insecure about food availability for the first time in their lives.

The industrialized food system that had operated so efficiently for many generations had relied on long and complicated supply links; when they broke down or became gridlocked, the result was empty supermarket shelves and long waits for home deliveries. Add the economic repercussions and job losses, and about one in nine households lacked enough nutritious food to sustain 20

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a healthy life, report researchers from New York University.

Faced with the system’s shortcomings, a noteworthy outcome has been a surge in demand for healthier food production using sustainable and humane practices. Unable to drop by a nearby grocery store and get whatever they wanted whenever they wanted it, many consumers began buying locally grown produce for both practical and environmental reasons. After two highgrowth decades, farmers markets initially took a hit during pandemic closures, but they have since bounced back with renewed energy. A wide range of innovative solutions are being pursued by e-commerce entrepreneurs and food-equity advocates to get healthier local food into more hands and more neighborhoods.

Surging Concerns Sales of natural and organic products in the U.S. grew by about 10 percent in 2020, the year of the COVID-19 outbreak, and by another 8 percent in 2021, reports SPINS, a Chicago-based data research firm, in Nutrition Business Journal. Sales growth in that sector was six to seven times larger than for conventional

products, which experienced barely any sales growth at all.

Helping spur the trend, cheap food at supermarkets isn’t so cheap anymore, making organic food look better by comparison. The research company Data Weave reported in March that conventional food prices jumped by 11 percent in the previous 12 months of the pandemic, while prices for organic food increased by a relatively modest 2 to 4 percent.

The price pressures on conventional food “will continue to go up rapidly,” says Matt Tortora, co-founder of WhatsGood, a Rhode Island-based food e-commerce company. “The war between Russia and Ukraine is going to exacerbate that issue.

And it seems like most of what’s going on in the world is going to affect our global supply chains even further, and in more profound ways than just our gas pump.”

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The dominance of supermarkets and big-box stores in the years following World War II greatly diminished supply and demand of farm-fresh local food.

A back-to-the-future trend that started taking hold a generation ago spurred a five-fold increase in the number of farmers markets across the nation, along with a proliferation of farms selling community supported agriculture subscriptions that delivered weekly batches of fresh produce to members. These increased sales enabled many small farmers to offset the body blow from business lost due to pandemic-related restaurant shutdowns; a number of them thrived, with record sales.

The signs for the 2022 outdoor market season have been encouraging. Green City Market, widely regarded as Chicago’s premier farmers market, reported more than 13,000 visitors in a six-hour span on May 7, even though the weather was still on the cool side and few spring crops were in season after a chilly and wet April.

At the same time, a previously littleused conduit for local health food sales— e-commerce—shows signs of spurring long-term growth. Some individual pro-

ducers nimbly built out their web-based product sales by also providing home delivery, previously a rarity in the local food scene. For example, the e-commerce site Avrom Farm (AvromFarm.com), of Ripon, Wisconsin, sells not only its own products, but also goods from other farmers, and Three Sisters Garden, of Kankakee, Illinois, which raises specialty vegetables, has converted entirely to e-commerce and home delivery.

Taking this concept to the next level is

WhatsGood, which in 2014 began providing home delivery and pickup services for farmers markets in several cities. In the pandemic, the company became a lifeline to connect farmers with consumers at a time when stay-at-home orders and social distancing concerns hampered or closed farmers markets.

Late last year, WhatsGood introduced a new business model that bypasses farmers markets to allow consumers to order goods online directly from farm-

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ers for home delivery. SourceWhatsGood. com now operates in 21 states. Tortora estimates that demand for local food is about 12 times greater than it was before the pandemic, even as supermarkets again start stocking more faraway-grown, conventional produce.

Even Better for the Planet While the pandemic created a sense of urgency about healthier eating, it also elevated concerns about the health of the living environment. An April 2022 study issued by New York University’s Stern Center for Sustainable Business found that products specifically marketed as sustainable had a 17 percent share of the market for consumer-packaged goods, up from 13.3 percent in 2015. Nearly half of all products introduced in 2021 touted sustainability benefits, up from 28 percent in 2017. Organic food sales in 2021 amounted to $51 billion; 30 years earlier, that market was estimated at a mere $1 billion, says the SPINS report.

Now there is growing support to take stewardship of the land to the next level through regenerative agriculture practices which focus on building and maintaining the health and biological vitality of the nation’s soils, and in some cases, means restoring soils stripped of their vitality by conventional farming practices. It has been most heavily promoted by the Rodale Institute, based in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, which has developed standards for a Regenerative Organic Certified food label.

The sustainability issue resonates deeply with people like Katlin Smith, founder and CEO of Chicago-based Simple Mills, a 10-year-old company that’s widely recognized as the preeminent natural baking mix brand nationally. “I started the company after seeing what a huge impact food has on all of our bodies, and I realized how much we had processed the heck out of our food. And it was really undermining people’s health,” she says.

In the last two years, the company has expanded its focus to work with farmers to improve soil health and biodiversity, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

It recently joined forces with the frozen smoothie company Daily Harvest and gluten-free frozen pizza maker Capello’s to advance regenerative soil practices in almond growing. “Regenerative agriculture is really just growing food in a way that leans into nature and builds a healthy ecosystem for all who are involved,” says Smith.

Supplying Underserved Communities Local food communities around the country are also playing an increasingly dynamic role in addressing food equity, access and security issues. Less than a decade ago, fewer than half of all farmers markets nationwide accepted federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits for purchases. Today, backed by U.S. Department of Agriculture funding, most do, with many markets accept-

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ing state-backed debit cards. To further increase access to locally produced food for lower-income families, many states provide matching shopping funds up to a certain limit, as do programs run by nonprofit organizations such as California’s Market Match and Double Up Bucks, run by the Michigan Fair Food Network.

To get healthy produce to people that live in urban “food deserts”, nonprofits are pioneering creative approaches. The Urban Growers Collective operates eight farms on 11 acres of land on Chicago’s Southside that combine education, training and leadership development with the growth of organic crops, which are then driven in a “Fresh Moves” bus to local community and health centers, and churches. Founded by food justice advocates Laurell Sims and Erika Allen, the Collective worked with a coalition of nonprofits during the pandemic to deliver boxes of free food to households in underserved neighborhoods across the city. The pandemic “forced us to do some of the things we’d been talking about, but said we don’t have time yet. We just dived in,” Sims says.

The dramatic impact of the COVID-19 crisis drove up local interest in the Collective’s community gardens, with the number of volunteers jumping from 10 to 50. “It made a lot of people realize this ain’t no joke. People close to us were passing away,” says farm manager Malcolm Evans, who started volunteering for the Collective a decade ago as a teenager growing up in a nearby public housing project. “People wanted to really know how to grow food. We’ve been doing it for years, trying to bring this to folks’ attention. Everybody needs to understand food and know where it comes from.”

Bob Benenson is publisher and writer of Local Food Forum, a newsletter that covers all aspects of the local food community in the Chicago region.

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Flower Power EDIBLE BLOOMS ADD FLAVOR AND COLOR TO SUMMER FARE

by April Thompson

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ruits, leaves, stems and roots are commonly eaten as part of a plant-based, farm-to-table diet, but until recently, the only flowers on the table were in a vase. Today’s health-conscious foodies are finding edible flowers to be a fantastic way to eat the rainbow, adding fun flavors and colors to all sorts of dishes.

Urban homesteader Holly Capelle turned her family’s backyard in the Portland, Oregon, suburbs into expansive edible gardens, enjoyed by their flowereating chickens and children alike. “We grow everything from seed, including 15 to 20 edible flower varieties, from spring through fall,” says Capelle. “I love to grow edible flowers for two reasons: one, to eat, and second, for the natural pest control they provide. I think of flowers as a beautiful army that I can eat along the way.”

Capelle’s favorite edible flowers are pansies and violets, as they “pop up again and again all growing season and make a beautiful garnish without overpowering flavor.” The home gardener likes to freeze the fresh flowers in ice cubes, press them on the outside of herb butter or dry them between pieces of wax paper to later add to the tops of homemade chocolate bars, along with dehydrated strawberries, lemon balm, mint or other botanical flavors.

The family’s fowl get in on the flower fun, too. “We make frozen treats for the chickens out of edible flowers, corn and strawberries, which they love in summer.

We also add dried flowers like marigolds to their nesting boxes,” she says, adding

that marigolds, with their bright orange hues and distinct flavor, are great in scrambled eggs or as a substitute for saffron.

For larger blooms like sunflowers, Capelle recommends pulling off the often-hard centers. “I often see whole zinnias on edible cakes, but no one wants to eat an entire zinnia. With daisies, for example, I will pull off the petals and recreate the flower on top of a dish, using peppercorns or chocolate chips in place of the center,” she says.

Capelle also loves chamomile for its distinctive, apple-like flavor that has the “feel of fall,” and dianthus, with a slightly spicy taste like cloves. “Nasturtiums are another super defender in the garden, with a delicious peppery flavor and nice orange pop of color in a salad,” she adds.

“Flowers brighten any dish up, especially hors d’oeuvres, omelets and soups. Pea soup is an ugly soup, but sprinkle some microgreens and a viola on top and it’s beautiful,” says Jan Bell, of Gilbertie’s Organics, in Easton, Connecticut. The 34-acre farm, which July 2022

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FLOWER SPRING ROLLS WITH TAMARIND AND PEANUT SAUCE

Spring rolls are a great way to eat all the fresh veggies, flowers and fruits of the season, and they look like little paintings with flowers on the outside and different colors and textures throughout. In the summer months, our bodies naturally gravitate toward eating more raw vegetables and fruits to cool our system and attune to the season of lightness. The grounding aspect in these petal rolls comes from the root veggies and the piquant, velvety peanut sauce. They are easy to make with whatever veggies and fruits we have on hand and are a great meal to take on the trail. Gather whatever ingredients sound delicious at the local market or farm, forage some delicacies if you have the time and put on your favorite music to inspire making these rolls.

All of these ingredients are recommendations or suggestions meant to inspire, but they are merely ideas. Use what is available. Spring rolls are excellent with almost any combination of fresh ingredients. I use a general framework of one-third each of crunchy or harder ingredients, like cucumber, squash, radish and carrot; softer ingredients like avocado, peach, mushroom and iceberg lettuce; and flowers, herbs, leaves such as rose petals, calendula, basil, mint and squash blossoms.

Package of spring roll wrappers/rice wrappers 2-3 cucumbers or summer squash, cut into lengthwise strips Edible flowers (optional) such as scarlet begonias, nasturtiums, rose petals, calendula, dandelion petals, sweet alyssum, radish flowers, bachelor buttons, violets, violas or pea flowers 1 bunch mint (about 1 cup) 1 bunch cilantro (about 1 cup) Combination of fresh root vegetables in

an assortment of colors, such as turnips, radishes and carrots, sliced in thin sticks Spinach, nasturtium leaves or other tender green leaves to create a background for your petals 1 avocado, sliced thin (optional) Asparagus, sliced in thin sticks Red pepper, sliced thin, lengthwise 10-oz pack of thin rice noodles Snap peas, purple or green, sliced lengthwise

First, prep all the ingredients and set up a space to roll and see all of the ingredients.

It isn’t necessary to cut everything perfectly, and tearing lettuces or other leaves is a great way to save time and create texture. I like to have my ingredients separated by type or color to create the rolls like a painting, using a palette.

Have a bowl with water that is large enough to dip the spring roll wrappers. Next to this, have a plate that is large enough to hold the wrappers. Have bowls or plates or a large cutting board with all the ingredients laid out to access everything easily and quickly.

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recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, grows herbs, vegetables and microgreens in 24 greenhouses, including a microgreen blend with nasturtium and viola flowers. “If you pick the flowers on herbs, the plant will grow better and last longer,” Bell adds.

Flowers like wild violets, chive blossoms and common milkweed can add bold color and flavor to vinegar with pinkish purple hues that power up salad dressings. Bell also likes to dry chive flowers to use year-round. “They are a nice purple sprinkle to add to dishes when things are boring in winter,” she says.

Marie Viljoen, a New York City forager, chef and author of the cookbook Forage, Harvest, Feast: A Wild-Inspired Cuisine, incorporates numerous wild and cultivated flowers, including tree flowers like magnolia and black locust, into her hyperlocal, seasonal meals.

Even common garden roses can add a delicious dimension to dishes and drinks, according to Viljoen. “I like to ferment roses into a simple soda, using organically grown rose petals, honey or sugar and tap water. It’s ready within a few days, or else you can leave to ferment a few months to make a sipping vinegar,” she says. “You can also combine really fragrant rose petals with a neutral honey like clover, then strain after a few days for a rose water essence you can add to yogurt or other dishes.” Viljoen also uses rose petals as edible garnishes for deviled eggs or as edible plates for goat cheese balls on her gourmet picnics.

Some flowers are for the eyes only, however. Many can be poisonous, so it’s important to ensure a particular species is edible before digging in. Viljoen also advises carefully distinguishing between poisonous lookalikes when foraging: A delicious daylily and a toxic true lily look similar, but are in different plant families, for example. She also says to look for organically grown flowers that haven’t been sprayed with pesticides.

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Quickly dip a rice wrapper into the water and place it onto the plate. Add flowers or individual flower petals to the wrapper. Layer the petals to about a half-inch of the edge of the wrapper.

There is really no wrong way to create these rolls.

Starting in the middle of the roll, on top of the petals and background leaves, make a line of crunchier or “harder” veggies like carrot, cucumber or radish sticks. Add up to nine sticks about two to three inches long each to make a line in the center. They can be close together and on top of one another.

Next, add softer veggies or fruit (peach/ mango/mushrooms/avocado) next to

or on top of the line of harder veggies.

Now sprinkle on the cilantro/mint/ basil (roughly 1 to 2 tablespoons total per roll, unless you love these flavors and want to add more). Add leaves, lettuces, sprouts or spinach on top of this center line. It doesn’t need to be perfect at all, so let things spill out and over.

Try to work as quickly as possible while adding ingredients; it will get faster as you make them. Then begin to lift one side of the roll using both hands and carefully pull up into the center of the roll toward the line of filling. Use your thumb to tuck the ingredients under and your fingers to bring more of the wrapper across over the line and then roll it all so the top goes under. You will need a small amount of the wrapper clear of ingredients at the end so it can seal with the roll you have made. (I don’t tuck the sides at all because doing

it this way is faster and generally holds together better.)

TAMARIND AND PEANUT SAUCE 1 cup crunchy peanut butter (no oils, sugar or additives) 1 can full-fat coconut milk 4 Tbsp maple syrup 2 Tbsp (heaping) tamarind paste 3 Tbsp soy sauce 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, grated ½ tsp sea salt, to taste Sprinkle of cayenne pepper Combine all ingredients in a mediumsized saucepan. Heat on low and stir or whisk until all ingredients are blended well. If you like a thinner sauce, add water, a tablespoon at a time, but wait a few minutes until it is incorporated fully.

Peanut sauce thickens more as it cools.

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The Art of Doing Nothing

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physical bodies are paying for it. We feel old before our time and suffer Monday morning blues every day of the week. The Yiddish proverb, “The hardest work is to go idle,” rings truer than ever.

We envy our beloved pets when they stretch out in a patch of inviting sun or dream away rainy days, not realizing that we, too, can curl up with the idea of doing nothing. Even foxes and squirrels pause in the survival game to soak up an hour of summer. Unplugging brings us back to our breath, aligns us with our true North and prompts our blood pressure to drop a few numbers. Taking a little time to exhale and watch the clouds overhead can also kickstart our immune systems. If need be, we can appease the to-do lister inside of us by scheduling half an hour of inactivity into the weekly calendar, and when we realize how much we like shooting the breeze, we can increase it to an hour.

Consider the last time we gave ourselves permission to sip a little freedom and watch the grass grow. Poet Winifred Druhan noted, “Wasting time is being free.” We won’t win any accolades for doing nothing, but we’ll surely be happier.

Marlaina Donato is an author, composer and painter. Connect at WildflowerLady.com.

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ost of us can remember having the glorious ability to do absolutely nothing of practical significance as children. We rolled in the grass, laughed ourselves silly with friends on the street corner and happily squandered away Saturdays.

Somewhere along the line, someone planted a seed in our brains that programmed us to believe that we must earn our existence. We became self-conscious perfectionists that equate leisure and “be-ing” with laziness. As adults, we see “non-doing” as something trivial, something forbidden, unless we become ill or injured, and only then can we shrug off the societal guilt trip. Somehow, well-being has become a luxury, and our July 2022

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unregulated basis in the U.S. Even products labeled “organic” and “natural” can have harmful elements alongside the good stuff. Recent research from the University of Vermont Cancer Center has linked phthalates, the “forever chemicals” used as bonding agents in many personal care products, to a higher risk of cancers in children. The encouraging news is that with a little savvy preparation, these hazardous ingredients can be avoided, and we can have glowing skin with fewer health risks.

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or basic hygiene and improved appearance, we wash, slather, hydrate, scrub and cover up, often forgetting that our skin is our largest organ and much of what we expose it to can be absorbed and accumulated in the body over time.

If we are using products with potentially toxic additives, we are putting ourselves at a higher risk for hormone disruption, reproductive cancers and allergic reactions.

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Being an informed consumer is important when it comes to what goes into the body, and reading labels is just as vital for what’s applied on the outside. “The beauty industry can become fascinated with chemical-based ‘quick-fixes,’ but so often what you find is that these interventions can have long-lasting effects that may actually damage the skin,” says Tammy Fender, founder of Tammy Fender Holistic Skincare, in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Liver-compromising and potentially cancer-causing formaldehyde, phthalates and parabens are plentiful in shampoos (including baby shampoo), soaps, deodorants, antiperspirants, body lotions and moisturizers, and have been linked to breast cancer and other malignancies, kidney damage and depression.

While some sources claim these substances to be low-risk due to minimal amounts in skin care products, looking at the broader picture can be disturbing when we consider long-term use and the number of products used daily.

On a superficial level, the skin just responds better when it is exposed to fewer toxins. “Our skin is our biggest organ and absorbs up to 60 percent of whatever you put on it. When you eat healthy, your body feels great. The same goes for your skin,” says Shannon Reagan, owner of Glimmer Goddess Organic Skin Care, in Frisco, Texas. “Throughout my life, I’ve tried just about every product in the stores looking for something that wouldn’t irritate my skin. I found that the cleaner the products, the better my skin looked and felt.”

What Our Skin Loves An outstanding resource for information about a particular product’s safety is the Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep database at EWG.org/skindeep, which evaluates and grades more than 88,000 personal care products for toxicity. When shopping online or in a store, nixing any that have long, difficultto-pronounce ingredients is key. Any label that simply lists “fragrance” is also a red flag for hundreds of possible chemicals.

Instead, opt for skin care products with Latin botanical names for herbal and essential oil-based scents.

“Natural products may cost a bit more than store brands, but the benefits far outweigh the incremental cost. They contain vitamins, phytonutrients, antioxidants and flavonoids that help heal, rejuvenate and protect skin,” says Reagan.

Fender, a holistic aesthetician and pioneer of clean skin care, concurs, “There is so much care that comes through the plants. Na-

ture is generous.” Her favorite go-to ingredients in her organic skin care line range from white lily to citrus. “I love rose for its powerful rejuvenating benefits. I also love chamomile, an ancient calming and soothing remedy, which is so beneficial for sensitive skin.”

Fun in the Sun Chemicals found in conventional sunscreens such as avobenzone, homosalate, octinoxate, oxybenzone and PABA activate free radicals in the body, but natural sunscreens offer total protection without the elevated cancer risk. Reagan, whose products offer broad-spectrum sun protection, explains, “Chemical sunscreens are absorbed into the skin while natural sunscreens (mineral-based) sit on top of your skin, blocking the sun’s rays at the surface. Natural sunscreens such as zinc oxide and non-nano titanium dioxide are usually thick like a body lotion texture.

They work by reflecting UVA/UVB rays away from the skin and start to work right away.”

Essential oils like red raspberry seed and carrot seed are also reliable ingredients to look for in any natural sunscreen, and may even be helpful for certain types of precancerous skin lesions caused by UVA/UVB rays.

Overall, healthy skin comes from a well-balanced lifestyle. For Fender, it is truly a holistic approach. “I love how inspired and educated my clients are these days. They come to the treatment room with insightful questions, and they understand that caring for the skin is not separate from caring for the soul.”

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Marlaina Donato is an author, composer and painter. Connect at WildflowerLady.com.

HEALTHIER SUMMER SKIN TIPS FROM SHANNON REAGAN, OWNER OF GLIMMER GODDESS ORGANIC SKIN CARE Our skin needs hydration all year round, but most especially in the hot summer months. The keys to keeping our skin soft, healthy and hydrated is to drink plenty of water, wear lip balm with sun protection and apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen throughout the day.

For ultimate summer goddess skin, be sure to not overwash your face, which would dry out our skin. Instead, use a gentle cleanser and lukewarm water in the morning and night. Use a sunscreen during the day and a body lotion or body butter at night.

Shea butter is a great moisturizer for all skin types and is packed with skin-nourishing vitamins. Almond oil is an all-around gem when it comes to skin health. As a child, my mom would melt down shea butter and mix it with almond oil to soothe my eczema. These two natural ingredients have become a staple in my line of natural and organic skin care products.

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Self-Care Wellness Guide – 9am. With Maxwell Starkhouse. Therapeutic yoga, self-myofascial release, breathwork, meditation, energy healing, aquatic movement, personal training, assisted stretching. Mstarkhouse@gmail.com or call 808209-2064 for free 15-minute consultation. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave, Tucson.

520-990-1857. SantaRitaSprings.com.

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SATURDAY, JULY 2

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20

Drinking Water: What’s Healthy, What’s Not – 9:45-11:30am. Learn about the health benefits of Kangen special ionized drinking water (electrically charged): alkaline, super hydrating, detoxifying, rich in antioxidants. Please RSVP. No charge.

Pristine Naturopathic Medicine, 2469 N Country Club Rd. 520-795-1300. TheHealthyCouple.com.

Transformational Medicine Free Discussion, Conversation with the Docs – 6-7pm. Third Wednesday. New topic each month. All are encouraged to participate in the conversation. Please RSVP. No charge. Transformational Medicine, 2028 East Prince Rd. 520-209-1755. tfmnd.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 8 Tara Prayer Chanting – 6:30-7:30pm. During these difficult times, we can join together in praying that division and deluded views will come to an end, and that the power of love will prevail throughout our country and the world. No charge.

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

SATURDAY, JULY 9 Experience the Sound of Soul – 4-5pm. Join us to experience the power and wonder of HU for yourself. We’ll also engage in spiritual conversation, and enjoy community. Meet others who share a desire to explore their connection with Divine Spirit.

No charge. Email Rvoec@EckankarArizona.org for Zoom link. EckankarArizona.org.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 Full Moon Labyrinth Walk – 8-9pm. Set your intention, or walk for peace and join in a meditative, joyful, quiet, labyrinth walk during the full moon in July. The outdoor labyrinth is located adjacent to the parking lot on Unity of Tucson’s campus. No charge. Unity Church of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. TucsonCSL.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 16 Free Online eBooklet Discussion: “Power of Gratitude” by Harold Klemp – 4-5pm. Facilitated discussion. People of all faiths welcome.

Download the free eBooklet on our website. No need to have the eBooklet to participate. No charge. Contact: Kristi at Rvobdc@EckankarArizona.org. EckankarArizona.org.

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SATURDAY, JULY 23 Wholistic Healing Retreat – 9am-1pm. Morning of reflection and prayer, as we explore the many accounts of Jesus’ miracle working power.

Hosted by Via de Dios and facilitated by Erin Blanchette of Vine of Grace Ministry. No charge.

Vineyard Christian Community, 625 N 2nd Ave. Viadedios.org.

“The Road to Spiritual Freedom” by Harold Klemp – 11am-12:30pm. This month’s chapter title is, “The Power of Love.” You don’t need the book to participate. Register online. Questions: Julie at Julbereng@gmail.com. No charge.

EckankarArizona.org.

SATURDAY, JULY 30 Earth Gong Bath – 3-4:30pm. Release, relax, renew, and/or rediscover yourself. Lay, sit, meditate, pray, journey, do yoga, dance…whatever feels right. Opportunity to enlist healing sound in assisting you in whatever way serves you. $25.

The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima St. 520-3231222. YogaConnection.org.

Experience the Sound of Soul – 4-5pm. Enjoy the chance to share your spiritual experiences, ask questions, and chat with other spiritual adventurers. We’ll engage in spiritual conversation and enjoy community. No charge. Email Rvoec@ EckankarArizona.org for Zoom link. EckankarArizona.org

SATURDAY, AUGUST 6 Intro to Sanskrit Chanting – 1:30-3pm. When we join our voices and energies together this way, we create so much more than we do as individuals. $15 in-person or no charge with all-access membership. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima St. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

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Peaceful Floating – 9am-5pm. Wednesday through Saturday. Float your cares away in our indoor saltwater pool, 2 or 3 family members or roommates may swim or float. Safely sanitized. Lifeguard if needed. $35/90-minutes. 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. By appointment. Text 520-990-1857 or email SantaRitaSprings@gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Aquatic Massage – 10am-7pm. Offering Watsu aquatic massage in our private indoor pool of 96 degree saltwater. Includes shiatsu, Jin Shin Jyutsu, Cranial-Sacral and integrative massage methods.

Wednesdays-Saturdays. Call or text for information or to schedule a time. $120/90 minutes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. 520-9901857. SantaRitaSprings.com.

sunday Tucson Metaphysics Fair – 9am-4pm. First & third Sunday. Mediums, numerologists, astrologers, tarot, animal psychic, runes and card readers and other healers, as well as vendors with a collection of jewelry, candles, essential oils and metaphysical supplies. Prices vary. Spark Project Collective, 4349 E Broadway Blvd. 520-5798930. TucsonMetaphysicsFair.com.

Worship Service: Casas Adobes Congregational Church – 9:30am. In person and live streamed. Faithcentered, music-loving Christian congregation with a variety of worship and spiritual enrichment opportunities. No charge. Info@CAUCC.org. CAUCC.org/ Welcome/Natural.

Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group – Silent Meditation: 9-10am, Reading Service: 10-11am. Learn and practice the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free literature and lending library. No charge. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince #13040. 520-792-6544. TucsonAZ.SRF@gmail.com.

TucsonMeditationGroup.org.

New Mind, New World – 10-11:15am. Purpose of these classes and meditations is to train to make our mind calm and peaceful. $10. Kadampa Meditation Center AZ, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617.

MeditationInTucson.org.

Sunday Celebration Services – 10-11:30am. Join the sea of happy faces through zoom technology from the comfort of your living room. Celebrate community, music, life and self-motivated expansion and growth. Happier life, better health and more abundant living. Welcome. By donation.

TucsonCSL.org.

The Bigger Picture – 3-4pm. Discuss whatever problem you find challenging. For 60 years, I’ve

used science, the arts, popular culture, and history to see the really big picture. I’ve conquered cancer, a developmental delay, and other things. No charge.

Online for now. Call for login info: 520-370-3826.

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 Online Gentle Hatha Yoga – Zoom: 9-10am.

With Trish. Strong practice to help build bone density and muscle strength. $8.50/Zoom. See website for details. DivineJourneyYoga.com.

Midtown Senior Yoga at Unity of Tucson – With Trish. 11:15am. Monday & Wednesday.

In-person yoga class. $10. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. Vaccination required, masks optional. DivineJourneyYoga.com.

Restorative Yoga – 4-5:15pm. Relax and renew with this gentle yet dynamic form of yoga. Postures are practiced with maximum support and comfort allowing the body to open on its own. Beginners welcome. Also offered Thursday at 7pm and online. $12. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-3231222. YogaConnection.org/class.html.

BookStudy: Brene’ Brown’s Atlas of the Heart – 5-6:30pm. During July we’ll discuss chapters 5-8.

Please read before the book study to get the most out of it. You don’t need to have participated in June. By donation. Contact Admin@TucsonCSL. org for Zoom link. TucsonCSL.org.

Back Care Yoga – 7pm. This class focuses on strength, body posture, alleviating neck and back pain, and lengthening and decompressing the spine.

Sessions encourage use of props such as blocks or bolsters. Beginners welcome. Also offered Thursday at 4pm and online. $12. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org/class.html. .

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Midtown Senior Yoga at Church of the Painted Hills – 9am. With Trish. Tuesday & Thursday.

In-person yoga class. $10. Church of the Painted Hills, 3295 W Speedway Blvd. Vaccinations required, masks optional. DivineJourneyYoga.com Online Access to the Inner World: Basic Buddhist Practices – 6-7:30pm. Mindfulness meditation, along with the focused evocation of good will, all generate concentration. Learn basic techniques. To participate and for questions, contact Steve Ross, MA, LMFT (CA) at Steve.

Ross@BreathingCoachTucson.com. No charge.

Held via Zoom. TucsonMeditation.org.

How to Solve Our Human Problems – 6:307:45pm. Powerful teachings to develop a strong, stable mind of patient acceptance and to overcome our tendencies to become stressed, anxious and angry. $10.Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St, Tucson. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org/gp.

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Online Yin Yoga – Zoom: 9-10am. With Trish.

This type of yoga is important for joint health. $8.50/Zoom. See website for details. Divine JourneyYoga.com.

Online Low Slow Hatha Yoga – 9-10am. With Trish gentle, doable, slow, stretch staying close to the ground. $8.50/Zoom. See website for details.

DivineJourneyYoga.com.

Midtown Senior Yoga at Unity of Tucson – With Trish. 11:15am. Monday & Wednesday.

In-person yoga class. $10. Unity of Tucson, 3617 N Camino Blanco. Vaccinations required, masks optional. DivineJourneyYoga.com.

Don Zavis Sales Training – 11:30am-1pm. With Don Zavis. Weekly sales training session. Also archived via Vimeo in case you miss it. No charge.

In person at The Catalyst at Tucson Mall, 4500 North Oracle, Ste 110. 248-497-5869. DonZavis@ comcast.net.

Aquacize – 12-1:15pm. With Rebecca Lennon, RN. 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. Perfect for CST, Arthritis, Lupus, MD, MS, & Fibromyalgia relief. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Register with Rebecca: 520-444-8636.

B43Lennon@aol.com.

Transformational Medicine Free Discussion, Conversation with the Docs – 6-7pm. Third Wednesday. New topic each month. All are encouraged to participate in the conversation. Please call to reserve space. No charge. Transformational Medicine, 2028 East Prince Rd. 520-209-1755. tfmnd.com.

thursday Midtown Senior Yoga at Church of the Painted Hills – 9am. With Trish. Tuesday & Thursday. Inperson yoga class. $10. Church of the Painted Hills, 3295 W Speedway Blvd. Vaccinations required, masks optional. DivineJourneyYoga.com.

Online Gentle Yoga – 10-11:15am. A slow-paced class with emphasis on breathing, relaxation and gentle stretching. Beginners welcome. Monthly passes and gift certificates available. $12. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima. 520-323-1222.

YogaConnection.org.

Online Yoga for Strong Bones – Zoom: 11am.

With Trish. strong practice to help build bone density and muscle strength. $8.50/Zoom. See website for details. DivineJourneyYoga.com.

Meditatíon en Español – 12:30-1:30pm. Tomar 30 minutos en el medio del día para conectarse con su corazón, cultivar la paz interior, la felicidad y clarificar su intención para el día. Todos son bienvenidos para atender estas meditaciones guiadas. Con Andrew Norales. No charge. Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617.

MeditationInTucson.org.

Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group – 6-8pm. Join us to learn and practice the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Free literature and lending library. No charge. Self-Realization Fellowship, Tucson Meditation Group, 1702 E Prince #130-40. 520-792-6544. TucsonMeditationGroup.org.

Your Seven Energy Centers – 7-8:15pm. Become more aware of your innate energy through your chakras. Held via Zoom: 4946248600, passcode 787878 or phone 253-215-8782. No charge. Info@ SummitLighthousePhoenix.org. SummitLighthouse Phoenix.org.

Gentle Yoga – 10-11:15am. A slow-paced class with emphasis on breathing, relaxation and gentle stretching. Beginners welcome. Classes are offered in-studio and online. Monthly passes and gift certificates available. $12. The Yoga Connection, 3929 E Pima, Tucson. 520-323-1222. YogaConnection.org.

saturday Drinking Water: What’s Healthy, What’s Not – 9:45-11:30am. First Saturday. Learn about the health benefits of Kangen special ionized drinking water (electrically charged): alkaline, super hydrating, detoxifying, rich in antioxidants.

Please RSVP. No charge. Pristine Naturopathic Medicine, 2469 N Country Club Rd. 520-7951300. TheHealthyCouple.com.

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

4-students safely distanced. Aquatic meditation is practiced in slow, graceful movements, using mindfulness with breath while standing in a 96 degree warm indoor pool. $200 8 consecutive classes. Santa Rita Springs, 2301 N Santa Rita Ave. Register: 520-245-6616 or ConnieSeddon@ gmail.com. SantaRitaSprings.com.

Simply Meditate – 10-10:30am. Guided meditations designed to lead to inner peace and mental clarity and to increase our love and compassion for others. $5. Kadampa Meditation Center, 5326 E Pima St. 520-441-1617. MeditationInTucson.org.

Free Wellness Analysis with Balancing – 10am2pm. By appointment. Experience Healy-the wearable for holistic health, well-being and balance. Schedule your free personal session.

Includes frequency analysis and balancing. No charge. L Spa, 7620 N. Hartman Lane, Suite 184, Marana. 520-261-5194. MetamorphosisNow.com.

Aquacize – 12-1:15pm. With Rebecca Lennon, RN. Join us in a 96 degree private indoor salt water pool for a safe, head to toe aquatic workout, focusing on strength, balance, & joint mobility. Perfect for CST, Arthritis, Lupus, MD, MS, and Fibromyalgia relief. Free trial class. $200/8 consecutive classes. Register with Rebecca: 520444-8636. B43Lennon@aol.com.

Experience The Sound of Soul – 6-7pm. Fourth Saturday. Join other like-minded people in singing HU, an ancient, universal name of God. Following this 10-20-minute HU song is a short time of quiet contemplation and reflection. Discussion fills the remaining 40-minutes. No charge. Crvalluzzo@ gmail.com. EckankarArizona.org.

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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.

ADVANCED FREQUENCY WELLNESS

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 13.

ZACHARY SABER, LMT

TRISH DEVITT

L-Spa. 7620 N Hartman Ln Marana, 85743 520-261-5194 MetamorphosisNow.com The exact frequencies you need, plus gentle microcurrent helps you relieve pain and regain your healthy balance. Private sessions, purchase your own device, or learn a variety of energy healing techniques so you can take charge of your health.

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 10.

AQUA THERAPY

Transformational Medicine 2028 East Prince Rd, 85719 520-232-4585 SaberLMP@aol.com​ TFMND.com Tired of the pain? ​Myofascial 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.

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Carpet Cleaning, Tile & Grout, Upholstery, Area Rugs Serving Pima County & Surrounding Areas 520-954-2119 • PimaCleanPro@gmail.com PimaCleanPro.com Don’t steam your carpets, clean your carpets. Providing a low-moisture system that is: eco-friendly, unbeatable results, dries in about 1-2 hours, with no residue, longer carpet life for carpet, upholstery, area rugs, tile and grout. Reliable, on-time, answers the phone.

CHIROPRACTIC WINTERHAVEN HEALTH CENTER

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 www.PerformanceNeurology.com See ad, page 25.

CLEANING SERVICES PURMAID

Gentle stretching geared toward seniors and all who want to build bone health (Osteoporosis safe).

All classes include balance, posture and breath work. No experience needed. Come try it!

2 locations, $10/class. See website to book in-person and online options.

Divinejourneyyoga.com. Contact Owner/Teacher Trish Harris at 520-490-4012.

PurMaid LLC provides professional green cleaning services to Tucson homes and businesses. Locally owned and operated. Special offer: 3 labor hours of cleaning, just $75. See ad for details. See ad, page 22.

SANTA RITA SPRINGS

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 13.

PIMA CLEANPRO

Trish Harris 520-490-4012 Trish@DivineJourneyYoga.com DivineJourneyYoga.com

BRAIN HEALTH

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

CARPET CLEANING

NORTHSTAR HYPERBARIC

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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520-331-2629 PurmaidTucson@gmail.com PurMaids.com

COACHING, COUNSELING & GUIDANCE ARMORLESS BODY THERAPIES

Randy Usem, LMT, Radix Practitioner Near Campbell & Grant 520-312-9563 TucsonEmotionalAndTraumaTherapy.com TucsonMassageAndBodyTherapy.com Affordable alternative or addition 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.

COACHING, COUNSELING & GUIDANCE

COLON HYDROTHERAPY INTESTINAL HEALTH INSTITUTE

Quick and dramatic results are common. Bill is a master at navigating relationship challenges. Resolve anger, arguments, emotional distancing, broken trust, childhood influences. Free no-obligation consultation. Don’t be surprised if you enjoy the process.

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.

HOLISTIC MIND BODY LIFE COACHING

VERY SPECIAL ALTERNATIVES

HEALTHY COUPLES

Bill White, M.A., Love Coach 520-869-6782 TheHealthyCouple.com

Dawn Marie Davis 360-298-4812 DawnMarieDavis.com

Dawn Marie, Holistic Life Coach, integrates mind and body techniques into your sessions to disrupt your patterns of stress, tension and pain. You can start feeling better right away and enjoy your life with more calm, peace and balance.

INNOVATIVE LIFE COACHING Kira Freed, M.A., Board Certified Coach, LPC (ret.)

520-615-8615 KiraFreedCoaching.com Kira@KiraFreed.com

Life coaching in a supportive environment that honors where you are and integrates the wisdom of all your aspects (“parts”) in service of your highest vision for your life. Boundaries, life purpose, transitions, wellness, creativity, life balance. Free initial consultation.

TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING Trish Devitt L-Spa. 7620 N Hartman Ln Marana, 85743 520-261-5194 MetamorphosisNow.com

Neutralize the effects of subconscious patterns and traumas that are preventing you from living a fulfilling, peaceful life. Access your inner wisdom and power. Develop strategies to create your authentic life. Custom-tailored modalities address your needs, challenges, and goals.

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.

FDA-approved 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.

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COMPUTER SERVICES GE COMPUTING AND INTERNET SERVICES

Don Gibbens Office: 520-332-1485 Cell: 520-784-1243 Don@GEComputerRepair.com GEComputerRepair.com Facebook: GE-Computing-and-Internet-Services If your computer is "sick", we are here to help! "Computer ick? Call the Doctor." Your first half hour is no charge. We can serve you in your home in the Tucson area, or even via remote. See ad, page 16.

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 state-of-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.

ELECTROMAGNETIC WELLNESS EMF WELLNESS TUCSON

Lisa Smith, PhD Certified EMF Expert 520-248-0461 Info@EMF-Wellness.com EMF-Wellness.com “Electromagnetic safety for a healthy life” EMF Wellness helps keep Tucson’s homes, offices, and schools safe from unhealthy levels of electromagnetic fields (EMFs). We offer professional EMF assessments with an emphasis on reducing exposure to rising levels of radio frequency (wireless) radiation. Assessments include EMF education and mitigation counselling.

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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.

FERTILITY MASSAGE CLEAR BLOSSOM

Melanie Tyrrell, LMT, ESTI, CMLDT 6584 N Oracle Rd, 85704 520-954-7784 Melanie@ClearBlossom.com ClearBlossom.com Your uterus needs to be prepared and brought to optimal functionality before conception. Visceral Manipulation is deep pelvic-organ manipulation where the reproductive organs are mobilized to restore natural blood flow and mobility. 87% success rate of conception within 12 months.

GREEN LIVING

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Higher Heart Healing 313-303-0651 HigherHeartHealing.co As a Spiritual Coach and Energy Healer, Anna uses a variety of healing modalities including reiki, shamanic and quantum healing, that take you from feeling disconnected, anxious and fearful— to centered, joyful, healed and whole. Text 313-303-0651 for the scheduling link today.

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ENERGETIC SYSTEM RE-BOOT

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 10.

ESTHETICS PATRICIA TURNEY ESTHETICS 2504 E River Rd, 85718 (located inside E Dental Solutions) 520-247-3535 PatriciaTurneyEsthetics.com

Licensed esthetician Patricia Turney holds 25 years of experience in the esthetics and cosmetology field.

Specializing in non-invasive anti-aging and adult/teenage acne. Utilizing unique and clean product lines, microdermabrasion, LED light therapy, oxygen, ultrasound, and microcurrent to address most skin issues. See ad, page 8.

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Carpet Cleaning, Tile & Grout, Upholstery, Area Rugs Serving Pima County & Surrounding Areas 520-954-2119 PimaCleanPro@gmail.com PimaCleanPro.com Don’t steam your carpets, clean your carpets. Providing a low-moisture system that is: eco-friendly, unbeatable results, dries in about 1-2 hours, with no residue, longer carpet life for carpet, upholstery, area rugs, tile and grout. Reliable,on-time, answers the phone. 25% off all services for the entire community!

GROUP COACHING FOR WRITERS BLANK PAGE CONSULTING

Kim Green 678-938-2777 YouCanWriteYourLife@gmail.com BlankPageConsult.com Award-winning author, Kim Green, takes writers from “idea” to the start of something great. This 10-week immersive includes 6 weeks of individualized coaching/editing. Walk away with the fundamentals, an outline and actual chapters. Only 5 slots left. September 5 to November 7, 2022. $1,000. Longer programs are also available.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS GRIEF RELIEF WITH JENNICA Jennica Klemann, ACGRS 6812 N Oracle Rd, #100, 85704 520-850-8151 GriefReliefWithJennica.com

Jennica Klemann is an Advanced Certified Grief Recovery Specialist and Arizona Licensed Massage Therapist. She specializes in a variety of losses including death, divorce, loss of health, suicide, child loss, pet loss and helping parents and caretakers with grieving children. See ad, page 13.

SPA DAZE

6812 N Oracle Rd, #100, 85704 520-334-1919 SpaDazeTucson.com We specialize in pain relief, stress management, and lifestyle maintenance. We offer client-centered Therapeutic Massage, Energy Work, Couples Massage, Maternity, Pediatric Bodywork, Grief Recovery Massage and more. Our exclusive pain relieving salve, hot packs and hot towels always included.

HEALTH PRODUCTS STANDARD PROCESS 1200 W. Royal Lee Dr Palmyra, WI 53156 800-848-5061

At Standard Process, we go to great lengths to fulfill our mission of changing lives – from cultivating nutrient-dense soil on our certified organic farm to formulating new products at our Nutrition Innovation Center.

We work in partnership with practitioners to ensure the best outcomes for their Patients.

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HEALTHY HOME EMF WELLNESS TUCSON

Lisa Smith, PhD Certified EMF Expert 502-248-0461 Info@EMF-Wellness.com EMF-Wellness.com “Electromagnetic safety for a healthy life” EMF Wellness Tucson provides measurement, mitigation and education to reduce exposure to unhealthy levels of electromagnetic fields (EMFs). Services include complete home and single-room assessments, as well as measurement of outside sources of EMFs, including smart meters, cell towers, power lines, and solar power systems.

HEALTHY HOME 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: 3 labor hours of cleaning, just $75. See ad for details.

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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.

HYPNOTHERAPY VESSEL OF LOVE, INTUITIVE HYPNOTHERAPY Linda Sulvita Heal@LindaSulvita.com LindaSulvita.com

Intuitive hypnotherapist, Linda Sulvita, facilitates self-healing & self-empowerment for lightworkers, seekers, healers, intuitives & coaches through spiritual hypnosis. Grounded in unity consciousness, she helps clients release past life trauma, break patterns of self-sabotage, transform limiting beliefs & receive clarity of next steps. See ad, page 12.

INVISALIGN 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.

KETAMINE ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY TUCSON COUNSELING ASSOCIATES

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

Are you new to the world of therapeutic psychedelics? Look no further than our friendly, knowledgeable staff to guide you. Services currently offered are psychedelic integration and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy with ketamine.

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE CLEAR BLOSSOM

Melanie Tyrrell, LMT, ESTI, CMLDT 6584 N Oracle Rd, 85704 520-954-7784 Melanie@ClearBlossom.com ClearBlossom.com Specializes in cosmetic surgery and pre-post pregnancy and delivery patients. MLD benefits include: bruising reduction, edema reduction, pain management, scar tissue prevention, fibrosis reduction and infection prevention and more.

LYMPH STUDIO

Susan Couture, LMT, MLD/CDT 6818 N Oracle Rd, Ste 414, 85704 520-999-0447 • LymphStudio.com 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 13.

MASSAGE BRANDIE LYNN GARCIA, LMT

Healing Spirit Soaks 1074 N Swan Rd, 85719 520-344-3250 • HealingSpiritSoaks.com Brandie Lynn Garcia LMT works alongside you in your Healing Journey of the Mind Body and Soul. Using a variety of massage techniques and Fascia Blasting sessions to help reduce cellulite, spot reduce subcutaneous fat, reduce pain, and increase blood flow.

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 and Thai Massage available at both locations.

Cupping/ Gua Sha, Stones/ Aromatherapy treatments available. Book today online at RightTouchMassageTherapy.com or call 520-326-7675.

NAMASTE LIGHTWORK

Christine Salomon, LMT, RMT 5100 N. La Canada 85704 315-391-9181 ChristineSalomon.abmp.com Christine has 22 yrs. experience in Holistic Healthcare combining Advanced Reiki with Medical Massage & Myofascial Bodywork helping clients regain optimal health.

Feel happier, pain free, balanced, grounded and re-energized for enjoying life. Disinfected treatment area.

Professional Health Assessments. Client Testimonials.

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 13.

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MEDICAL INTUITIVE

DR. DEEANN SABER, NMD

DANIELLE DVORAK

847-323-9188 • Danielle@Replevyn.com Replevyn.com Danielle is a trained and certified Medical Intuitive (CMIP) through The Practical Path in Tujunga, CA. Medical Intuition utilizes clairvoyance and the sense of intuition to view and assess an individual’s physical body, along with their unique energy system.

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 We here at Life Solutions Advisors and American Senior Benefits are a team of local medicare advisors and experts.

As your trusted independent advisors, we work with all Medicare carriers and companies to best serve your needs and preferences. Complimentary Medicare cost and coverage review, call 520-760-2378. See ad, page 19.

MEDICAL THERMOGRAPHY INFLAMMATION IMAGING OF TUCSON

Lisa Holliday, Certified Clinical Thermographer 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. See ad, page 11.

MEDITATION THE YOGA CONNECTION

3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 • Yoga@YogaConnection.org YogaConnection.org The Yoga Connection offers all levels of yoga from Gentle and Chair yoga to Intermediate levels and workshops. Ask about 2022 teacher training at the 200and 300-hour levels leading to Yoga Alliance® certification. Visit YogaConnection.org, email Yoga@YogaConnection.org or call 520-323-1222.

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NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE 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.

DR. EMILY TAKEUCHI-MILLER, NMD 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 21.

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS STANDARD PROCESS

Michael Smith Sr. Account Manager MSmith@StandardProcess.com StandardProcess.com Standard Process is a Wisconsinbased, familyowned company that has been a leader in making whole food-based nutritional supplements since 1929, and is committed to changing lives by partnering with healthcare practitioners to support optimal health through nutrition. See ad, page 7.

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PERMANENT MAKEUP A LASTING TOUCH SALON

Yvette Dwornik 5350 E Broadway Blvd, Ste 162, 85711 520-869-5593 ALastingTouchSalon.com YDwornik@yahoo.com Artist Yvette Dwornik offers beautiful, natural looking permanent makeup. 20 years of experience. Eyebrow, eyeliner and full lip color procedures.

Virtually painless, hand method technique to ensure your comfort. Physician recommended. Call to schedule a free consultation See ad, page 18.

PSYCHEDELIC INTEGRATION TUCSON COUNSELING ASSOCIATES

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

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

RESTAURANTS LOVIN’ SPOONFULS VEGAN RESTAURANT

2990 N Campbell Ave, Ste 120, 85719 520-325-7766 Info@LovinSpoonfuls.com LovinSpoonfuls.com Lovin’ Spoonfuls provides outstanding vegan comfort food in a relaxed atmosphere. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and desserts. The 100% plant-based meals are enjoyed by vegans and non-vegans alike. Favorites include the house-made burgers and Fried Chicken Dinner.

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 here at Life Solutions Advisors and American Senior Benefits are a team of local advisors and experts specializing 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. Complimentary cost and coverage review, call 520-760-2378. See ad, page 19.

SALES TRAINING 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. Attend a complimentary session every Friday, 11:30am-1pm at The Catalyst, Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle, Ste. 110 or on Zoom.

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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 10.

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SOUND THERAPY DANIELLE DVORAK

847-323-9188 Danielle@Replevyn.com Replevyn.com 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 21.

SPIRITUAL COUNSELING ANNA MANA RA

Higher Heart Healing 313-303-0651 HigherHeartHealing.co As a Spiritual Coach and energy healer, Anna uses a variety of healing modalities including reiki, shamanic and quantum healing, that take you from feeling disconnected, anxious and fearful— to centered, joyful, healed and whole. Text 313-303-0651 for the scheduling link today.

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SPIRITUAL TEACHINGS CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING - TUCSON

Rev Janis Farmer Sunday Service: 3231 N Craycroft Rd, 85712 520-319-1042 TucsonCSL.org A spiritual alternative. We offer spiritual solutions to everyday challenges.

Celebration Service 10:30am, Meditation 10am. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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ECKANKAR

The Path of Spiritual Freedom 1-877-300-4949 EckankarArizona.org Facebook.com/ECKANKARArizona Eckankar.org HearHU.org Eckankar is an active, individual, creative spiritual practice. A companion and road map for your Self-Discovery and God-Discovery journey.

Discover the most secret part of yourself. The key to spiritual freedom lies within you. Explore life as a Soul Adventure.

KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER 5326 E Pima St, 85712 520-441-1617 MeditationInTucson.org

Learn meditation and other practical methods to cultivate mental peace in your daily life. KMC Arizona offers a path of wisdom and compassion to help anyone find a happy, meaningful life through explanation and practice of Kadampa Buddhism. Everyone welcome!

THE SUMMIT LIGHTHOUSE TEACHING CENTER PHOENIX Elizabeth Clare Prophet 4105 N 20 St, Ste 115, Phoenix SummitLighthousePhoenix.org Facebook.com/TSLofPhoenix 602-703-9570

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.

TECHNOLOGY RECYCLING GE COMPUTING AND INTERNET SERVICES

Don Gibbens Office: 520-332-1485 Cell: 520-784-1243 Don@GEComputerRepair.com GEComputerRepair.com Facebook: GE-Computing-and-Internet-Services

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Have computers in your closet, not being used? We can remake them to be useful again, or we can wipe them clean and recycle them. Let us give you our opinion for no charge to help you decide what to do. See ad, page 16.

TILE CLEANING PIMA CLEANPRO L.L.C.

Carpet Cleaning, Tile & Grout, Upholstery, Area Rugs Serving Pima County & Surrounding Areas 520-954-2119 PimaCleanPro@gmail.com PimaCleanPro.com Don’t steam your carpets, clean your carpets. Providing a low-moisture system that is: eco-friendly, unbeatable results, dries in about 1-2 hours, with no residue, longer carpet life for carpet, upholstery, area rugs, tile and grout. Reliable, on-time, answers the phone.

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, patient-focused environment to provide healthy experiences for those ready to reach optimal health and wellness. See ad, page 3.

YOGA THE YOGA CONNECTION 3929 E Pima, 85712 520-323-1222 Yoga@YogaConnection.org YogaConnection.org

The Yoga Connection offers all levels of yoga classes and practice, from Chair yoga to Intermediate and teacher training. December offerings include a Christmas Yoga by Donation, and New Years Eve Gong Bath. Visit us at YogaConnection.org or call 520-323-1222.

classifieds CONNECTING WITH CREATIVE ESSENCE INSPIRES TRANSFORMATION. Your innate creative ability is waiting to connect with you. By manifesting an imaginative project, shared with those who support your process, you will feel inspired to make the transition into living a life that is “Rightly Yours.”

Art-Inspired Life Coaching. Sherry Simon-Heldt, M.S. Certified Life Coach.

520-990-4257. ArtInspiredLifeCoaching.com.

FOR 6 YEARS, TUCSON COUNSELING ASSOCIATES has been dedicated to providing quality, anti-oppressive, affordable trauma-informed mental health treatment specializing in psychedelic integration and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). You are the expert in your own life and with the right tools, can connect with your inner healing wisdom. E-mail with questions: TucsonCounselingAssociates@gmail.com.

GENTLE YOGA FOR SENIORS. Gentle movement eases the body and mind.

Online 9am each weekday morning.

Private consult for setting up your online practice available. In-home private sessions available. 11am classes in person at 2 locations.

Please see website for details and registration or contact Trish directly. DivineJourneyYoga.com or 520-490-4012.

HAVE YOU REVIEWED YOUR MEDICARE PLAN IN THE LAST YEAR? Plans and coverage change every year. Let me help you make sure you’re in the best plan at the best rate for your current needs. Complimentary cost and coverage reviews, call/ text/email Holly Baker at 520-760-2378, Holly@LifeSolutionsAdvisors.net.

HOT SUMMER DEAL! 40% off all coaching B L A N K programs for writers! Stay P A G E cool and start writing your C O N S U L T I NG M a k e i t h a p p e n . book with award-winning author and coach, Kim Green. Sign up in July or August, and get 40% off! Program tailored to your book’s structure, plot, dialogue, character development and pacing. Free 30-minute consultation. Text/call: 678-9382777. BlankPageConsult.com.

INNOVATIVE LIFE COACHING. Do you have a vision for your life, but something keeps holding you back from reaching it? Have you been trying to get that “something” to be quiet or go away? IFS coaching harnesses the underlying positive intent of obstacles so you can move forward with all your aspects aligned. It works!

Kira Freed, M.A., Board Certified Coach.

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INTUITIVE HEALTH & WELLNESS. Tria Aronow Decker, CIHC, INHC, is a certified Health Coach specializing in helping busy moms and professionals prioritize self-care and plant-based nutrition. Other topics include: anxiety, movement, family life, relationships. Please contact her for a free, 30-minute consultation. 520-248-2289 IntuitiveHealthAndWellness.org

RED MOUNTAIN ANCIENT WISDOM As a shaman and Dr. of Metaphysical Sciences, Rev Elena uses Soul Retrieval, Past Life Regression, and Shaman's Touch Healing to find the root cause of dis-ease and release it. She also handcrafts gemstone jewelry, smudge fans and medicine bags.

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VISIT INFINITY WELLNESS AZ. Tanque Verde Swap Meet/Gate K Row 2, Bldg: 2-32. 4100 S. Palo Verde. Fri:4-10p / Sat 2-10p & Sunday by appt. Former New Life Health Center employee offering sales and support​ for herbs and vitamins​to help grow y​ our health and resiliency.​Shop Local.

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Facebook: Infinity Wellness AZ. WHEN IS THE LAST TIME you were told how great your teeth are? At Kelly Dental, we'd love to help you realize how amazing they are, how beautifully they function, and how much oral health contributes to health in general.

Free consultation. Let’s talk teeth!

Kelly Dental, Dr. David Kelly, DDS. 3275 W. Ina Rd. # 101. 520-797-5502.

SELF-CARE IS THE NEW HEALTH CARE. You can take charge of your health. Experience Healy—The Wearable for Holistic Health, wellbeing and vitality. Call for free wellness analysis with balancing. 2 locations, midtown Tucson and Marana. Trish Devitt, 520-261-5194. MetamorphosisNow.com

SOUND THERAPY AT AER CARE CENTER beyond simple pain relief.

Timelessly transforming lives with complimentary healing in office or group journeys. Mind, body, soul, spirit and emotions are affected by Stress, the basis of 90 percent of chronic illness. Call or email for an appointment. You deserve it.

520-661-0971, AerCare.Center@yahoo.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.

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E Dental Solutions Elahe Wissinger, DMD

Dr. Elahe Wissinger has been practicing since 1996, when she graduated from Boston University School of Dental Medicine. Her general practice encompasses a wide variety of services ranging from simple hygiene maintenance, teeth-whitening, oral cancer screening and tooth-colored fillings to more complex treatments including full-mouth rehabilitations. Dr. Wissinger is known for her superior diagnostic abilities, workmanship and treatment-planning skills, gleaned from many years of experience and training, and evidenced by her loyal patients. She has been featured in many national publications as well as presented multiple awards throughout her career, including top Dentists for family & cosmetic dentistry.

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Dr. Wissinger understands how your oral health can influence your general health and vice versa. She believes the mouth is a gateway to your body, and thus when creating treatment plans, she strives to use procedures and materials that are biocompatible and also can be customized to match the color of your enamel. When removing amalgam fillings, she follows additional safety measures set by the International Academy of Medicine and Toxicology to minimize toxic exposure to their patients. E Dental Solutions also offers safe alternatives to fluoride to help keep your enamel strong and prevent tooth decay.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 2504 E. River Rd., Tucson, AZ 85718; (520) 745-5496; EDentalSolutions.net