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aintaining a healthy lifestyle is more difficult than ever in today’s world. People don’t realize the effort it takes to stay healthy, or that staying healthy all starts with this month’s theme, Healthy Mind. David Perlmutter, co-author of Power up Your Brain says that there are plenty of things we can do early in life to help maintain our brain functioning. The article, “A Brain-Building Blueprint” on page 24, talks about how to keep your mind young and your memory sharp, and addresses issues of hormonal changes, poor cardiovascular health and lack of cognitive development as we enter into adulthood. Speaking of poor cardiovascular health, February is awareness month for diseases like coronary heart disease, congestive heart failure and stroke, that remain the #1 cause of death in America. Check out “Exercise to Beat the Blues” on page 38, not only for a healthy heart, but for its anxiety reducing tips for overall wellbeing. A dozen roses and a giant card on Valentine’s Day may only give you a temporary boost of happy feelings, but “How Can We All Get Along” on page 32 discusses the long lasting relief that resolving conflict provides for your mind and body. This month’s issue is your guide to improving your quality of life physically, mentally and spiritually, through brain boosting life tools and exceptional local resources. The excellent services and products that our advertisers consistently provide are the resources that make completing your journey to overall wellbeing possible.

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8 communitynews

12 healthbriefs 14 globalbriefs

22 HOW A BRAIN GROWS

17 ecotip

by Lisa Marshall

Five Ways to Aid Development

22 healthykids

24 A BRAIN-BUILDING

28 inspiration

How to Keep the Mind Young and Memory Sharp

30 wisewords

32 healingways

36 consciouseating 38 fitbody

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

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BLUEPRINT

by Lisa Marshall

28 WABI SABI LOVE

Embracing Imperfections in Relationships by Arielle Ford

30 THE BENEFITS OF BURNOUT

An Oxymoron? Not According to Psychologist Joan Borysenko

by Linda Sechrist

32 HOW CAN WE

ALL GET ALONG?

Resolving Conflict Benefits Mind and Body

by Lisa Shumate

36 IMPROVE YOUR SNOOZE

Sleep Aids versus Sleep Sappers by Judith Fertig

38 EXERCISE TO BEAT THE BLUES Staying Active Lifts Our Spirits by Priscilla Goudreau-Santos

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communitynews Nurse Practitioner Joins Living Well Integrative Healthcare in Easley

iving Well Integrative Healthcare (LWIH) has a new addition to its team of wellness providers. Claudia Burkhalter, RN, MSN, FNP-C, holds degrees from Clemson and Winston Salem State University. She is trained in traditional medicine, Craniosacral Therapy, and received acupuncture training in China. Burkhalter understands the drama and trauma that unbalanced hormones can cause, and she has navigated menopause through holistic care. Burkhalter believes a patient should be treated as a “whole” person, and it is that conviction that makes her a dynamic addition to the LWIH team. LWIH is a wellness facility that believes in “helping you help yourself”. LWIH helps its patients live in a state of optimal health through a careful and highly individualized program of nutritional and lifestyle counseling, coupled with the science of Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement. Specializing in the restoration of youthful levels of natural hormones, LWIH also RN, MSN, FNP-C Claudia Burkhalter, helps men and women who suffer from hormonal imbalance such as low libido, weight gain, hot flashes, fatigue, and many other symptoms. Living Well Integrative Healthcare is located at 838 Powdersville Rd., Suite G, Easley. To make an appointment or for more information, call 864-850-9988 or visit LivingWellHealthcare.com. See ad, page 20.

Film Series Encourages Viewers to Live a Healthy Lifestyle

All you need is love. ~John Lennon 8

licks for Thought, an independent film series, returns to the Upcountry History Museum in February. Greenville Organic Foods Organization (GOFO) and Upstate Forever are presenting the series every Thursday in February from 6pm to 8pm, and Sunday from 3pm to 5pm. “We hope to inspire both adults and children to think about their lifestyle habits. We encourage them to make wiser and healthier choices so that we can ensure a good quality of life for generations to come, “ says a Flicks for Thought spokesperson. Past attendees have reported that films they have seen at the Flicks for Thought series really made them think about their consumptive nature and inspired them to make changes in their lives.” Four award-winning films have been selected by GOFO and Upstate Forever, all of which present critical issues about health, nutrition, modern food production and agriculture, sustainability and other environment-related topics. The four featured films are Forks Over Knives (February 2 and 5), Ghost Bird (February 9 and 12), Farmageddon (February 16 and 19), and The Last Mountain (February 23 and 26). Cost of the event is $5 museum admission. For tickets visit UpcountryHistory.com, call 864-467-3100, or purchase at the door. For more information visit FlicksForThought.com. The Upcountry History Museum is located at 540 Buncombe St., Greenville. See ad, page 54.

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Jan Meeks, CBS, LMT Completes Training for Reconnective Healing™

an Meeks, CBS, LMT, and owner of Synergy Therapies Stress Management of Anderson, has recently completed training for Reconnective Healing™ and The Reconnection™. Meeks is the first in the Upstate to complete this level of training, and has added these skills to her tool box of stress reduction and healing therapies. Reconnective Healing™ is a form of healing that reintroduces us to the fullness of the universe. Meeks received her training from Dr. Eric Pearl, author of The Reconnection: Heal Others Heal Yourself. Pearl is an internationally recognized healer and has appeared on television programs in the US and around the world, such as “The Living Matrix,” where he demonstrates and talks about Reconnective Healing™. Other therapies offered at Synergy Therapies are Energetic Biofeedback, Stress Reduction, Massage Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy and Somatic Emotional Release. “Having Reconnective Healing™ and The Reconnection™ as an additional therapy for our clients is very exciting,” says Meeks, “This is different. This is real. And it can be entrained in each of us.” Synergy Therapies Stress Management is located at 775 Senate Parkway, Anderson. For more information call 864-617-7225 or visit Stress.MassageTherapy.com.

Lend-A-Bin Grant Makes Recycling Easier at Special Events

eep Greenville County Beautiful (KGCB) is proud to announce that recycling will be more convenient at special events, concerts, festivals, and more thanks to a new Lend-A-Bin Grant that is providing 126 recycling bins to the community. The bins will be deployed at Freedom Weekend Aloft in Simpsonville in 2012 and used at several large outdoor festivals in Greenville County beginning this fall. “We’re thankful to the Anheuser-Busch Foundation and Keep America Beautiful for helping to increase recycling here in Greenville County,” says Tammie Cohrs, chairperson. Chosen from nearly 200 applications submitted, KGCB received the grant based on a number of criteria including efficiency, planning, recycling experience, promotion, sustainability, and amount of recyclables anticipated to be collected. “The Foundation’s support of the Lend-A-Bin program is just the latest example of Anheuser-Busch’s overall commitment to promote consumer recycling. After all, this is our world and we all share a collective responsibility to help protect it for future generations,” said Shana Ruffus, director of environmental outreach for Anheuser-Busch. KGCB is a non-profit organization committed to its public and private partnerships including business, industry, governmental agencies, civic groups, neighborhood associations and nonprofit organizations. The organization’s mission is to engage citizens in litter reduction and beautification through public awareness, education, and special events. KGCB is recognized by Keep America Beautiful, Inc. For more information, visit KeepGreenvilleCountyBeautiful.org.

Jim Bourg, DC Celebrates 28 Years of Chiropractic in the Upstate

r. Jim Bourg, of Bourg Chiropractic, is celebrating 28 years of practice this year in the Upstate. Bourg is the only certified Network Spinal Analysis doctor currently practicing in South Carolina. Network Care is a blending of many of the most effective chiropractic techniques and can produce extraordinary results. A historic double blind research study involving 2,818 patients that received Network Care, demonstrated that it produces profound and significant improvement in the following areas: physical well-being, stress reduction, life enjoyment, emotional and psychological well-being and improved quality of life. Throughout the month of February, Bourg is offering a consultation, state-of-the-art computerized thermal and surface E.M.G. scans, and comprehensive chiropractic/orthopedic/neurological examination, with a report of findings, for only $50. Bourg Chiropractic is located at 9 McKenna Commons Ct., Greenville. For more information call 864-292-3291 or visit GreenvilleChiropractors.net. See ad, page 33.

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communitynews Win a Week for Two at Farm of Life in Costa Rica

wo lucky winners will enjoy a week-long stay at a much-loved boutique health retreat in Costa Rica, sponsored by Natural Awakenings and Farm of Life (Finca de Vida). Secluded high in the cooling mountains above Dominical with views of the Pacific Ocean, Farm of Life offers yoga classes, health counseling, educational retreats, a wide variety of area activities, and a delicious raw food menu featuring fresh produce from their permaculture garden. The property features spring-fed pools, an organic farm, mountainside yoga deck with sunset views of the Pacific Ocean, an inviting common house, and delightful hilltop cottages and cabins. The prize includes shared accommodations for two, ground transportation to and from the San José airport, nightly dinners, and use of the communal kitchen and the farm’s fruits and vegetables to prepare your own breakfast and lunches. Winners will also enjoy health coaching, yoga sessions, two waterfall hikes, a beach excursion, permaculture farm tour, and tour of Manuel Antonio National Park. The best part is simply relaxing in this very special mountain retreat with like-minded international guests while learning how to create a healthier lifestyle. Owners Jody and Brian Calvi have a well-deserved reputation for attentive, loving service and skillful health counseling devoted to helping guests explore the inner world of personal health while enjoying the peaceful, healing and inspirational natural surroundings. To enter, visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com/contests. To learn more about Farm of Life, visit FarmOfLifecr.com and by googling tripadvisor farm of life. See ad, page 17.

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Gumbee Cords Are Changing the Way You Stretch

t started with a simple question, “Is there a product that allows you to stretch using only your body weight?” Greenville native, Brett Harker, was in his Minor League Baseball season when he asked his athletic trainer this question. Surprisingly, the answer was “no.” Harker was in his sixth year of professional baseball and had developed a limited range of motion due to a lack of stretching. He and trainer, Mark Sweeney, developed a device to address this stretching issue, allowing the upper and lower body muscles to elongate by simply leaning against one’s own weight during pre and post-game exercise. The once simple question inspired the next up-and-coming product in the fitness market, the Gumbee Cord. Countless professional athletes, chiropractors, physical therapists, and trainers have claimed that this product will change the world of stretching. The patent-pending design has a non-elastic cord with double swivels and a custom padded cuff. The cuff attaches to the wrist or ankle, allowing the intrinsicmuscles to relax by not having to grip a handle. The other end has a carabineer that attaches to the provided door anchor, or any other stable point. Gumbee Cords provide an extensive stretch routine for the upper and lower body that was once only obtainable by a trainer. The newly launched product has already found its way into Major League Baseball clubhouses, rehabilitation centers, chiropractic offices, yoga/Pilates studios, gyms and many homes. For more information or to purchase your own Gumbee Cord visit www.GumbeeCords.com.

Reflexologist Opens Office For Body and Sole

achelle Bailey, certified Reflexologist, has recently relocated to Greenville with her family and opened Tender Soles, a center for Reflexology. Tender Soles offers a specific foot massage that targets the reflexes and nerve endings in the hands and feet to rebalance and improve circulation. “In this busy Rachelle Bailey world, people are on their feet all the time and the result is sore feet, achy joints, tired backs, chronic pain and more. Everyone is extra tense, especially after a busy holiday season,” says Bailey. Reflexology has been known to calm children, ease chronic pain, and expedite recovery after surgery. Bailey states, “Reflexology is new to many people and everyone needs to know how easy it is to get relief.” Tender Soles is located at 1 Logan St., Greenville. For more information call 864-434-7607.

Ultraviolet Blood Technologies Can Help You Beat the Blues

et relief for the winter blues with Ultraviolet Therapy at Ultraviolet Blood Technologies. UBT is a leader in natural solutions for complex medical issues. Being sad, stressed, or upset can have a number of negative repercussions on the body, and UBT believes that introducing ultraviolet light to the blood stream boosts immunity. Once the ultraviolet light is introduced to the blood stream, the cells become supercharged and return to the body to fight depression and disease. Ultraviolet Therapy may be used alone or in conjunction with other treatments for conditions such as allergies, multiple sclerosis, immune deficiency syndromes and many others. UBT utilizes a procedure to help those who are ready to take control of their health by helping the body create its own “vaccine.” For a free consultation call 864-434-0294 or for more information visit UBTLife.com. See ad, back cover.

Wickiser Family Chiropractic Hosts Free Workshop for New Year Health

ickiser Family Chiropractic will host a free workshop to discuss post-holiday weight loss and detoxification on Tuesday, January 31 at 6:15pm. Attendees will learn how to recover from the holiday effects of overeating, overdrinking, and consuming too much sugar, among other activities, that can leave one feeling sluggish, create headaches, and cause poor digestion. This workshop will give participants the necessary tools to feel better, have more energy, get a good night’s sleep, and lose weight. Wickiser Family Chiropractic is located at 122 East Beltline Blvd., Anderson. For more information visit WickiserFamilyChiro.com or call 864-226-8868. See ad, page 56.

Massage Therapist Opens New Office in Greenville

wner and massage therapist, Alyssa McDowell, has opened a new office for The Holistic Healer near downtown Greenville. McDowell currently serves the Upstate, with nine years of therapeutic massage experience, as well as Healing Touch Biofield Therapy at The Holistic Healer. “Greenville is in need of a holistic integrative therapist that is skilled at providing muscular pain relief. A masterful hot stone massage relaxes tight muscles for a heavenly experience. Healing Touch therapy is beneficial for stress relief, ease of pain and discomfort, and energetically balances the mind and body,” says McDowell. The Holistic Healer is offering post-holiday season discounts for a limited time. Please call for details. The Holistic Healer is located at 1 Logan St. in Greenville. For more information call 864-770-5732.

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Seaweed Loves the Meditation Boosts Brain Power Heart healthbriefs

niversity of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) researchers first discovered that specific regions in the brains of long-term meditators were larger and contained more gray matter than those of a non-meditating control group; that was in 2009. Now, a follow-up study by the UCLA Laboratory of Neuro Imaging suggests people that meditate regularly also display stronger neuronal connections between brain regions and less age-related atrophy (shrinkage) in all areas of the brain. The study comprised 27 active meditation practitioners (average age 52) and 27 control subjects, matched by age and sex. The number of years of meditation ranged from five to 46 and included various styles. Using a type of brain imaging known as diffusion tensor imaging, or DTI—a new imaging mode that provides insights into the structural connectivity of the brain—the researchers found that long-term meditators have white matter fibers that are either more numerous, more dense or more insulated, throughout the brain. Although such tissue tends to decline with age, the study suggests that it can be preserved through active meditation practices. Researcher Eileen Luders remarks, “If practiced regularly and over years, meditation may slow down aging-related brain atrophy, perhaps by positively affecting the immune system. Meditation appears to be a powerful mental exercise with the potential to change the physical structure of the brain.”

Does Yawning Cool the Brain?

hen we feel the urge to yawn in cooler weather, we should succumb—it might do us good. New research suggests that beyond signaling fatigue or boredom, yawning might be a physical reaction to cool an “overheated” brain. A study at Princeton University is the first to show that the frequency of yawning varies with the season and that people are less likely to yawn when the heat outdoors exceeds body temperature. The research monitored 160 people, 80 per season, during winter and summer in Tucson, Arizona. According to the researchers’ theory, it is possible that yawning in cooler temperatures works to cool the brain, while yawning in warmer conditions appears to provide no similar relief. Research associate Andrew Gallup remarks, “The applications of this research are intriguing… for better understanding diseases and conditions such as multiple sclerosis or epilepsy, which are accompanied by frequent yawning and thermoregulatory dysfunction.” Excessive yawning may prove a helpful diagnostic tool.

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ome relish seaweed, while others eye it with culinary suspicion. Now an article in the American Chemical Society’s Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry reports that many scientists have identified seaweed as a rich, potential source of heart-healthy food ingredients. A review of nearly 100 studies shows that seaweed and other microalgae could rival milk products as sources of important bioactive peptides. Maria Hayes, Ph.D., and her colleagues at the Teagasc Food Research Centre, in Dublin, Ireland, concluded that certain seaweed proteins work just like the bioactive peptides in milk products to reduce blood pressure, almost like angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor drugs. Thus, they could be used as ingredients in functional foods like soups and health beverages to provide nutrition, while offering medicinal effects in treating or preventing heart disease. Seaweeds are a neglected alternative source of these bioactive peptides in this country, the researchers state, noting its popularity in other cultures. Varieties of seaweed are known as nori in Japan, dulse in coastal parts of Europe and limu palahalaha in native Hawaiian cuisine. In addition, notes Hayes, “Seaweeds are a known source of essential fatty acids, which are thought to reduce thrombosis and atherosclerosis—factors important in the reduction of the risk of heart disease.”

Potassium Protects the Heart

ccording to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the leading cause of death and a major contributor to disability in this country. A recent study sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests that in addition to cutting dietary sodium to improve heart health, Americans should increase consumption of a key mineral found in many fruits and vegetables: potassium. The study of more than 12,000 adults reported that people eating a diet high in sodium and low in potassium have a 50 percent increased risk of death from any disease than average and about twice the risk of death from heart attacks. Sodium, a key component of salt, raises blood pressure, which in turn increases the risk of heart disease. Potassium has been found to offset sodiumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s impact on blood pressure. Current U.S. dietary guidelines recommend an adult daily potassium intake of 4,700 milligrams and a maximum sodium intake of 2,300 milligrams (about a teaspoon of salt); or less than 1,500 milligrams for people age 51 and older, African-Americans or those that suffer from hypertension, diabetes or chronic kidney disease. The CDC reveals that the average American adult consumes 3,400 milligrams of sodium a day, about 80 percent from processed or restaurant foods. To achieve a healthier sodium-potassium ratio, the CDC recommends a diet that emphasizes fresh, unprocessed foods and plenty of fruits and vegetables. Foods high in potassium include sweet and white potatoes, spinach, tomatoes and bananas, as well as orange and prune juice, dates, plain yogurt and fish.

Regular Bedtimes Make Kids Smarter

Alcohol Impairs Recovery from Illness

esearchers from the University of Massachusetts Medical School that collected blood from volunteers to study how drinking alcohol affects monocytes, the white blood cells that are part of the immune system, made an unwelcome discovery. Alcohol can worsen the effects of disease and lengthen the recovery period following trauma, injury or burns. It both impairs the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s antiviral immune response, especially in the liver, and increases inflammation, so think twice before downing another hot toddy. Source: BioMed Central

Vitamin C Helps Us See

ccording to research presented at the 24th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, children that get adequate sleep score higher on a range of developmental assessments. The researchers emphasized that having a regular bedtime was the most consistent predictor of positive developmental outcomes at 4 years of age. Scores for receptive and expressive language skills, awareness of soundword structure, literacy and early math abilities were higher in children whose parents maintained rules about going to bed at a prescribed time. Having an earlier bedtime further supported higher scores for most developmental measures. The study involved a nationally representative sample of approximately 8,000 children that completed a direct assessment at 4 years of age. They were part of the Early Childhood Longitudinal Study, Birth Cohort.

cientists at Oregon Health & Science University recently identified yet another benefit provided by vitamin C. In a study published in the Journal of Neuroscience, co-author and senior scientist Henrique von Gersdorff, Ph.D., says nerve cells in the eye require C to stay healthyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the vitamin bathes the cells of the retina and contributes to their proper functioning.

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Coming in March

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

Vanishing Species

Counting our Natural Blessings A study by Canada’s Dalhousie University postulates that as many as 86 percent of Earth’s species are still unknown, and millions of organisms will remain undiscovered as extinctions accelerate worldwide at 10 to 100 times their natural rate. If, as the study’s co-author Boris Worm suggests, our planet is home to 8.7 million species, it means scientists have cataloged fewer than 15 percent of species now alive. Many unknown organisms will wink out of existence before they can even be recorded. Although the catalog of mammals and birds may be nearly complete, inventories of other classes of life are far behind. Only 7 percent of the predicted number of fungi and fewer than 10 percent of all ocean life forms have been identifi ed. Categorizing a new organism is more complicated than discovering one. “It’s a long process,” Worm explains. “Most scientists will describe dozens of species in their lifetime, if they’re really lucky. What’s been discovered so far are those things that are easy to fi nd, that are conspicuous, that are relatively large. There is an age of discovery ahead of us when we could fi nd out so much more of what lives with us on this planet.”

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Big Book

Encyclopedia of Life Update The second edition of the Smithsonian Institution’s free, online collaborative Encyclopedia of Life (EOL) is now easier to use. It also has been vastly expanded, offering information on more than one-third of all known species on Earth, including hundreds of thousands of images and videos. With the updated format, users can easily fi nd species of interest; create personal collections of photos and information; fi nd or upload pictures, videos and sounds; and share comments, questions and expertise with users worldwide that share similar interests. EOL.org seeks to become a microscope in reverse, helping users to discern large-scale patterns. By aggregating for analysis information on Earth’s estimated 1.9 million known species, scientists say EOL could, for example, help map vectors of human disease; reveal mysteries behind longevity; suggest substitute plant pollinators for a swelling list of places where honeybees no longer provide the function; and foster strategies to slow the spread of invasive species. All EOL information is available for reuse and is licensed under Creative Commons and other Open Access free licenses.

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Natural Wonders

Virgin Forests are Irreplaceable Analysis by an international team of researchers of more than 100 studies comparing wildlife in forests that had been modifi ed with those that had not confi rms the crucial role that virgin forests play in conserving the natural world. The researchers conclude in the journal Nature that, “When it comes to maintaining tropical biodiversity, there is no substitute for primary forests.” The worldwide meta-study found that most species, notably birds, do much better in virgin tracts than in areas that have been cleared for agriculture, plantations or agro-forestry or selectively logged for certain types of trees. In all but the latter, the overall impact on biodiversity was marked. In all cases, the variety of plants and animals was depleted more severely than the sheer number of organisms present. Surprisingly, total mammal populations may do better under some kinds of forest modifi cation, although this may be because opportunistic animals such as rats multiply even as the diversity of mammals drops. Birds, insects and plants experience an unequivocal loss. The study addresses how best to specifi cally preserve nature across the tropics, where most human population growth and rapid development is occurring. It compares the effects of “land-sharing”, where farming and other development enables wildlife to share the same space, and “land-sparing”, which provides entitlement areas to wildlife while humans use other segments as intensely as they like. Source: BBC News

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globalbriefs Low Tech

Silicon Valley School Eschews Computers The Waldorf School of the Peninsula, in Los Altos, California, is one of 160 Waldorf schools in the country that subscribe to a teaching philosophy focused on physical activity and learning through creative, hands-on tasks. The New York Times reports that the chief technology officer of eBay sends his children to this nine-classroom institution, as do employees of Silicon Valley giants like Google, Apple, Yahoo and Hewlett-Packard. Yet, the school’s main teaching tools are anything but high-tech, comprising pen and paper, knitting needles and occasionally, mud. No computers or screens of any kind are allowed in the classroom, and the school frowns on their use at home. Educators that endorse this approach say computers inhibit creative thinking, movement, human interaction and attention spans. Alan Eagle, a communications executive at Google, whose daughter attends the school, says, “The idea that an app on an iPad can better teach my kids to read or do arithmetic, that’s ridiculous.” Source: The New York Times

Crucial Shareware Open Hardware Addresses Environmental Problems

The question is not whether we will die, but how we will live. ~Joan Borysenko 16

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The concept of open hardware, like open software, aims to freely share all the necessary knowledge for building usable electronic devices, and participants range from innovative students to the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN). Protei, a worldwide collective of technology students, has designed an autonomous, mini-sailboat drone to ply the ocean and mop up oil spills, gather information on marine life in crisis, and clean up floating plastic trash. The Protei boats were originally designed to respond to the BP 2010 Gulf oil spill crisis. Trailing oil-absorbing booms, the drones can sail even in a storm to help with cleanup, unlike conventional ships concerned with crew safety. Similarly, collaborating volunteers in Japan responded to the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant 2011 meltdown by building stationary and mobile radiation monitors. Source: Scientific American

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Green Laundry List

Use Cold Water and Eco-Wise Detergents Mom may have said that hot water washes best, but don’t give cold-water detergents the cold shoulder—today’s new products deliver clean laundry that’s easy on the pocketbook and the planet. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, an average American family annually washes nearly 400 loads of laundry. Because heating the water accounts for 90 percent of the energy used by a washing machine, using only hot or warm water in a top-loading electric washer annually produces an average 2,407 pounds of CO2 pollution—equivalent to two cross-country flights. Many conventional cold-water detergents still contain toxic chemicals that when drained, end up in waterways, creating a host of environmental woes and exposing wildlife to endocrine disruptors. For both clean and green clothes, buy biodegradable laundry detergents made with plant oils and other natural ingredients that are free of phosphates, bleach and surfactants such as petroleum-based nonylphenol ethoxylates, or NPE. Kinder to the planet, greener choices are also gentler on the skin. Consumers concerned about killing bacteria, dust mites and other allergens may be tempted to turn on the hot water tap for sheets, linens and underwear, but Philip Tierno, Jr., Ph.D., a professor of microbiology and pathology at the New York University School of Medicine, says that most of the hot water people use is not hot enough anyway. “You need water that’s between 140 and 150 degrees to kill germs,” he advises. Tierno, author of The Secret Life of Germs, notes that the sun is one of nature’s most efficient germ killers, so letting clothes dry outdoors is a good eco-option. “The ultraviolet radiation kills germs,” he advises, “and it’s just as effective as bleach.” Natural disinfectants that can be added during rinsing include white vinegar (one-half cup per load); grapefruit seed extract (one teaspoon); tea tree oil (two teaspoons); and lavender or peppermint essential oil (a few drops), which also imparts a fresh fragrance. Find more tips on the Sierra Club’s website at Tinyurl.com/3kh2dpf, plus eco-wise products including pre-wash treatments, non-chlorine bleach and laundry liquids at Natural Awakenings’ online store, NAWebstore.com.

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Food-Healing: Reversing Disease & Weight Loss P

art 2 of an interview conducted by Diana E. Vargas M.D. She has practiced medicine for 25 years and was recently certified to teach Food-Healing. Jeff Primack is a Qigong teacher who has studied with naturopathic healers around the world and has taught over 30,000 people in live seminars.

Jeff: Most phytochemicals (active plant medicine) hide in the cellulose fibers of seeds, stems, skins and rinds of common foods. Many people eat the right foods, but throw away the parts with all the medicine! Smoothies from a 3-Horsepower Blender have helped many people. We need to cleave out or “micronize” phytochemicals from the seeds, stems, skins and rinds. Juicing fruits and vegetables is a waste of time. It throws away fiber God intended us to eat and in which phytochemicals dwell!

Dr. Vargas: Medical weight-loss with HCG was very popular in 2011. People lose weight, but many contend it is a starvation diet. What are your feelings? Dr. Vargas: It amazes me more doctors are not educated about Food-Healing. Jeff: HCG is a homeopathic formula Especially considering America has for suppressing appetite. I have seen seen a 500% increase in Diabetes in 10 dozens of my students lose very hardyears. Jeff, how can people naturally to-burn fat with HCG when highphytochemical smoothies are the main balance their blood sugar? part of the diet, but I disagree with the diet most are using along with the HCG. People are advised to eat only lean meat and vegetables for 30-days! This will make anyone lose weight, however this creates a very acidic condition in the body. My weight-loss protocol can be combined with HCG; however drinking high-phytochemical smoothies automatically suppresses the appetite because the body is getting the nutrients it needs. High-phytochemical smoothies and a combination of thermogenic fat-burning foods work better for weight-loss than any crash diet.

Jeff: People often balance blood sugar after a few weeks on a high-phytochemical diet. It is inexpensive and does not require much of anything outside of the produce department. Certain foods like bitter melon contain an insulin-like substance that, when eaten, naturally lowers blood sugar. Many with diabetes eat foods they think are healthy, but are not. The first step is to increase the amount of phytochemicals eaten and the second is removing certain problem foods.

Dr. Vargas: Let’s talk about asthma Dr. Vargas: Why is it common for peo- and its connection to Vitamin-C defiple eating healthy to have difficulty ciency. What nutrients and foods can getting enough phytochemicals? help people to breathe easier? 18

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Jeff: I became asthma-free 14 years ago and have helped hundreds do the same. Wheezing and asthma symptoms often vanish in a few days. Inhalers may stop an asthma attack, but contain harmful steroids that wreak havoc on the endocrine system. I’ve recommended Kiwi for years because of its’ superior bioavailable Vitamin-C content. The white center holds a treasure trove of phytochemicals and is particularly effective in helping to reverse symptoms of asthma! Dr. Vargas: After I studied your Food-

Healing protocols, I discovered the most unique aspect of your program is that you BLEND many parts of the food that most people throw away. I love that you talk about soluble fiber and the use of medicinal mushrooms to fight heart disease. Can you tell us more? Jeff: Most nutritionists are surprised to see me blend a fruit and vegetable smoothie adding AVOCADO WITH THE BIG SEED. When a knowledgeable nutritionist hears that the Avocado Seed has tons of phytochemicals for detoxification and more soluble fiber (for cleaning plaque out of arteries) than any food, we usually have their attention. Some of what I say is controversial, but real people have tested these protocols. Reishi mushroom is clinically shown to help heart disease patients with chest pain and is backed by research from the University of Tokyo. My grandfather had chest pain every day for years, and the same day he began supplementing Reishi into his diet, the chest pain stopped. Along with ingesting the high soluble-fiber foods like avocado (and its’ big seed), my Grandfather extended his life, astonishing the doctors with his lipid panel. Don’t assume medicine has to come from a pill or a bottle; often it’s sitting in the produce department. Jeff Primack and 25 Instructors will teach 4-days of Food Healing & Qigong for $99. The “Qi Revolution” comes to Asheville Crown Plaza Resort March 1013 and to the Atlanta World Congress Center March 17-20. 800-298-8970 or visit www.Qigong.com. See ad on page 3.

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THE TRAINING From 4 to 84 and Beyond

BRAIN

By Michele Senac

earningRx is a mental fitness training center for children and adults. Opened in 2003 by Becky McLaughlin, its Greenville, South Carolina location is the second oldest center in the nation. LearningRx offers services that address a variety of learning and behavior challenges, from attention deficit disorder (ADD), dyslexia, and autism to traumatic brain injury. Clients range in age from four to 84. Owner, McLaughlin was a secondary math teacher for 30 years. As a

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skilled educator, she had considerable experience with students with learning and attention challenges. Always searching for better ways to support her students, she researched and discovered LearningRx and went to Colorado Springs for specialized training. McLaughlin now has a thriving center which has helped over 1,000 children and adults since1/6 its V: opening. 2.25 x 4.75 McLaughlin1/8: shares, reading 2.25“Our x 3.25 program is second to none. We work on auditory processing which is the foundation of reading. We prepare their brains to learn to read.” She reports “great results” with children with autism. “We can help anybody, including clients with traumatic brain injury,” says McLaughlin. Typically, new clients are brought in by their parents because of struggles with learning or behavior. Baseline testing is done, along with a personal interview, which takes about one hour. During that time, challenges, goals and expectations are identified. A variety of treatment options are presented and are customized according to the needs of the parent and child. Depending on the circumstances, there is a directed program where the parent can be trained to work with the child at home or an on-location program where the child comes to the center and works

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with a professional 1-5 days a week. Most programs are 12-30 weeks long. McLaughlin believes that science has caught up with brain function and that with proper exercise a child or adult can become capable and have the ability to do much more than they are doing. McLaughlin’s newest program, QuickWitz, supports brain health in adults. She reports that the British Medical Journal recently published an article stating that cognitive decline begins at age 45. A copy of the article can be found on her blog. She personally developed QuickWitz, which addresses brain issues in the senior population. It is a hands-on, interactive program, presented in a social environment that allows senior adults the opportunity to enhance short term memory through logic and reasoning activities and improving processing speed. Currently, it is being offered in 19 locations nationwide, including Rolling Green Village and Cascades Verdae in Greenville, SC, RoseCrest in Inman, SC, and Summit Hills, in Spartanburg, SC. According to McLaughlin, “New science is telling us mental fitness is the way to avoid dementia. We need to begin at middle age to exercise our brains as we exercise our bodies. We’ve all heard the saying, “Use it or lose it,” and science is validating that,”. The latest product, an at-home DVD mental fitness program for senior adults, will be available summer, 2012. To parents of children with learning challenges, McLaughlin advises, “Find out what’s causing it because there’s always an underlying reason. Have them tested. We provide an excellent assessment and it will uncover what’s causing the struggle.” For overall healthy brain function, McLaughlin recommends regular physical exercise and meaningful mental fitness exercises. She emphasizes using a variety of mental fitness exercises. “One crossword puzzle a day does not qualify,” cautions McLaughlin. For more information, contact 864627-9192, LearningRx.com or QuickWitz.com. See ad, page 21. Michele Senac is a freelance writer in the Upstate of South Carolina and certified in Interior Redesign and Feng Shui. See ad, page 42.

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HOW A BRAIN GROWS

Five Ways to Aid Development by Lisa Marshall

Parents that believe playing Beethoven for their infant, investing in educational videos for their toddler or forcing schoolage youngsters to sit still and study for hours will help them to build a better brain have another “think” coming.

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eople are anxious to do everything they can to improve their child’s intelligence, yet many are focusing their energy in places where they are not getting the best payoff for it,” says neuroscientist Sandra Aamodt, Ph.D., co-author of Welcome to Your Child’s Brain: How the Mind Grows from Conception to College. In their new book, Aamodt and Princeton University Neuroscience Professor Sam Wang try to dispel what they believe are many myths that have

led parents to worry too much about the influence they can have on a child’s cognitive development and in some cases, have led to doing more harm than good. Aamodt says that genetics and thousands of years of human evolution have already exerted a heavy influence on a child’s developmental future before he or she is born. In the absence of abuse and neglect, and with good nutrition and a stimulating environment, a child’s brain “raises itself” in many ways, the authors maintain. Meanwhile,

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they argue that there is little scientific evidence showing that factors like birth order and exposure to classical music and educational videos have an impact on cognitive development. “Children come ‘out of the box’ with individual temperaments that strongly influence the possible paths they can take through life,” Aamodt observes. “Most parents believe that they can have a bigger influence on their child’s personalities than they actually do. They should relax and enjoy their kids more.” The authors offer these scientifically backed tips for parents and caregivers to influence a child’s developing brain: Don’t stress during pregnancy. “The hormones produced in the mother’s body during stressful times can cross over into the placenta, exposing the child. If it’s a chronic condition, it can lead to problems with brain development,” counsels Aamodt. One 2008 review paper from Harvard Medical School led researchers to conclude that babies born to stressed mothers are more likely to suffer from autism spectrum disorders. Others, from researchers in Canada and the UK, found that women that endure natural disasters while pregnant are more likely to have babies that suffer from schizophrenia, decreased IQ and depression. Animal research has repeatedly demonstrated that babies of stressed mothers often grow up with touchy stressresponse systems. Switch off the baby videos. University of Washington researchers have found that baby educational videos, like Baby Einstein and Brainy Baby fail to boost language skills and may actually slow acquisition of vocabulary. “For every hour per day spent watching baby DVDs and videos, infants understood an average of six to eight fewer words than infants that did not watch them,” the report said. Other research by the American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that exposure to action-packed videos may increase the risk of development of attention disorders. “Babies are wired to

learn from other people, and every period of time they are not interacting with people because they are watching TV interferes with that face-to-face interaction,” says Aamodt. Teach a second language. Bilingual children consistently outperform single-language speakers in tests of executive brain function (a measure of organizational and planning skills) and tend to be better at making choices and understanding other people’s perspectives, Aamodt says. “The very fi rst act of speech for a bilingual person is picking which language to use, and you do that based on your understanding of the other person’s perspective.” Aamodt recommends exposing youngsters to a second language in infancy—if possible, just by speaking to them in a different language—and exploring more formal instruction before the age of 8. Foster self-control. “Ultimately, parents can make the biggest difference in their child’s adult quality of life by promoting self-control,” Aamodt says. Recent research published in the journal Science and elsewhere suggests that children with greater self-control (meaning they can resist temptation, stay on task and control their own behavior) achieve greater success in school, the workplace and their personal lives. “Preschool children’s ability to resist temptation is a much better predictor of academic success than their IQ scores,” Aamodt notes. She recommends engaging and progressively more challenging tasks. “You want to stretch the child just a little; get them to do something a little bit hard, but that they can succeed at if they concentrate.” Encourage study breaks. “Some very old science tells us that to learn effectively, you need to take breaks and allow your brain to consolidate what you have already learned before you go back and try to learn some more,” says Aamodt. “If you study a total of an hour, you will learn twice as much if you break it up into two 30-minute spans.” Hooray for recess. Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer headquartered near Boulder, CO. Connect at Lisa@LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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The good news: Such fates are far from inevitable.

“People seem to expect that as soon as we start to need reading glasses, we should also expect some of these cognitive issues to arise, but it does not need to be that way,” says Naples, Florida-based Neurology Doctor David Perlmutter, co-author of Power up Your Brain. “You can absolutely do things early on in life and throughout your lifetime that work to maintain the bulk and function of the brain.”

Here’s how:

Stay lean. It may seem counterintuitive, but mounting evidence suggests that in order to grow a bigger brain, many of us should be eating less. “The key to the brain maintaining and even regenerating itself is the activation of a set of genes that code for a protein called brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF),”

A Brain-Building Blueprint

How to Keep the Mind Young and Memory Sharp by Lisa Marshall

“Have you seen my keys?” “Now, why did I come in here?” “Her name is on the tip of my tongue.” If you catch yourself uttering such phrases, listen up:

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emory generally starts to decline in our 30s, as the brain shrinks with age. One of the first and most prominent signs is that ‘tip of the tongue’ phenomenon,” advises neuroscientist Sandra Aamodt, Ph.D., co-author of Welcome to Your Brain. Studies show that the adult brain can shrink as much as one-half to 1 percent annually in midlife, as neurons in the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus wither and the branches between them thin. Add hormonal changes, which can starve gray matter of nour-

ishing estrogen and progesterone; less-than-stellar cardiovascular health, which tends to limit blood flow to the brain; and a gummy protein called amyloid plaque, which can hamper neuronal function; and cognitive decline may be exacerbated. Already, one in five people older than 65 suffer from “mild cognitive impairment” (persistent memory problems severe enough to be noticeable by others). According to the Alzheimer’s Association, if we live to age 90, as many as half of us could ultimately be diagnosed with that disease.

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explains Perlmutter. “BDNF is significantly enhanced in people that simply cut down their calorie consumption.” Several animal and human studies support this conclusion. One 2009 study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, divided 50 men and women age 50 and older into three groups that slashed calorie intake by 20 percent, 30 percent and not at all. After three months, the groups that restricted their calories saw their verbal memory scores jump by more than 20 percent. Perlmutter notes that just being overweight in the prime of life can promote excess inflammation and free radical production—two enemies of a healthy brain. A 2005 study of 10,000 men and women conducted by researchers at Kaiser Permanente found that people that were obese in their early 40s had a 74 percent increased risk of developing dementia later in life. “Just a 25 percent reduction in calories

over one month’s time can have a profound effect on boosting memory,” Perlmutter notes. Eat a brain-building diet. Aside from cutting calories, experts say it’s critical to load up on foods that boost neurogenesis (the development of new brain cells) and stall brain atrophy. Eating more fish (or omega-3 supplements), adding fruits and vegetables and cutting back on refined carbohydrates do just that, advises Dr. Christiane Northrup, obstetrician, gynecologist and author of Women’s Bodies Women’s Wisdom. “The brain is mostly made up of omega-3 fats, and many women, in particular, are lacking them in their diet,” she observes. Perlmutter notes that supplementing one’s intake of omega-3 fatty acid DHA, present in fatty fish and marine algae, has been shown to switch on the genes that jumpstart BDNF production. DHA is also anti-inflammatory and promotes healthy blood flow to the brain. But people shouldn’t wait too long to load up on it. One 2010 trial of 485 healthy adults with mild memory complaints found that those who took 900 milligrams per day of algae-based DHA supplements for six months made significantly fewer errors on memory tests than they had at the study’s onset. Another study by the National Institute on Aging, however, found that DHA supplementation had little impact on patients once severe dementia had set in. So, sooner is better. Healthy fats aside, dark-colored fruits such as blackberries, blueberries and plums are all rich with antioxidants, substances known to scavenge cell-damaging free radicals in the brain. Also, cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and broccoli sprouts contain a powerful compound called sulforaphane, believed to boost the body’s own production of antioxidants. One famous 2005 study followed 13,388 women over several decades, and found that those that ate the most cruciferous vegetables and leafy greens stayed mentally sharp for far longer than those that ate the least. New research from Rush University, in Chicago, further suggests that a deficiency of B12, found in fish, liver, milk and eggs, may hasten brain shrinkage as previously functioning cells die off. Overloading on refined carbohydrates like white flour, pasta and potatoes carries a similar result. “Elevated blood sugar can destroy the brain,” advises Perlmutter, pointing to a 2005 study in the journal Neurology, which linked accelerated brain shrinkage with elevated blood sugar. Prevent hormonal havoc. Ebbing hormones can also have a measurable impact on our ability to recall words and follow through on tasks, says Hawaii naturopathic physician Laurie Steelsmith, author of Natural Choices

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for Women’s Health. One 2009 University of California study of 2,362 women between the ages of 42 and 52 found that 60 percent suffered memory and mental-processing problems. “I hear about it almost every day from women in my practice,” comments Steelsmith. “They’re trying to find the word for, say, ‘garlic’ or ‘pen,’ and it just won’t come to them. It can be very frustrating.” Steelsmith notes that estrogen plays a critical role in influencing verbal and spatial memory and fine motor skills and bolstering the blood-brain barrier to keep toxins out. Meanwhile, progesterone acts on the same brain receptors that Valium does, promoting calm and aiding sleep. In the days immediately prior to menstruation, when estrogen and progesterone levels are low, or once women begin to approach menopause and they stay low, the brain feels it. In an ideal world, the adrenal glands kick in to pick up where the ovaries leave off—producing sex hormones. “But women that are stressed out or not nourishing themselves tend to experience adrenal fatigue, so their adrenals are not able to act as a secondary source of hormones,” says Steelsmith. For ovulating women, she recommends taking 100 to 175 milligrams (mg) daily of the herb Rhodiola rosea during the second half of the menstrual cycle to support fatigued adrenal glands and ward off hormonerelated brain fog. If the condition occurs only for a few days before a menstrual period, and is accompanied by tender breasts, lack of sleep and heavy monthly bleeding, the problem may be low progesterone. For that, try the herb chaste tree berry during the second half of the menstrual cycle, or consider a low dose, over-the-counter progesterone cream, says Northrup. For post-menopausal women, she recommends taking up to 50 mg per day of pregnenolone, an adrenal hormone that the body naturally converts into estrogen and progesterone. (While pregnenolone is available over the counter, Steelsmith suggests that women have a naturopath first test their hormone levels in order to determine an appropriate dose.) Or, older men and women experiencing age-related memory loss can try a soy-based nutritional supplement called phosphatidylserine (PS), which is believed to bolster

cell-to-cell communication and levels of the memory-boosting neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Exercise mind and body. Aamodt notes that a common cause of cognitive decline is the accumulation of clogged blood vessels in the brain that choke off blood and oxygen. Thus, “Regular exercise is the single most useful thing you can do to maintain your cognitive abilities later in life,” she says. Recent studies by researchers at the

University of Illinois and elsewhere have shown that as little as 45 minutes of aerobic exercise, three times per week, may not only stall age-related brain atrophy in the elderly, but even help regenerate parts of the brain that have withered. “There is no medication on the planet that can do that,” says Perlmutter. Brain exercise is helpful, as well. Exposure to new experiences prompts the brain to literally lay down new neuronal networks, becoming stronger. A 2009 Mayo Clinic study found that of 1,300 people ages 70 to 89, those that had regularly engaged in mentally challenging activities in their 50s and 60s (such as playing games, quilting, building model airplanes, or learning a new language or instrument) were 40 percent less likely to suffer memory problems. The key, advise the experts, is not to stick with the same crossword puzzle for years. Instead, try something new. As Steelsmith puts it: “Use it or lose it.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer headquartered near Boulder, CO. Connect at Lisa@LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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WABI SABI LOVE Embracing Imperfections in Relationships by Arielle Ford

he ancient Japanese our relationships as we shift art form of Wabi Sabi our focus from what’s honors all things old, wrong to what’s right. We shift our choices weathered, worn and This new, true view impermanent by perceivfrom “what I want,” deeply bonds us and ing the beauty in imis a key to everlastto what is perfections. It discovers ing love—and any grace in things modest, ultimately best for harmonious relationhumble and unconvenship. the relationship. tional. Spiritual Wabi Sabi love is the teacher David Deida art and practice of appreciatcounsels, “Practicing love ing the quirks and imperfecoften means… surrendering all tions in our self and our partner. hold on the familiar act you call Listening with our heart, we ‘me.’” By choosing to turn everyday come to see with it, too. Discernconflict into compassion, we cultivate ing the hidden dance between a more loving relationship through partners brings emotional maturity to humor, listening, intimacy and generosity, even when someone is acting out, refusing to listen or shutting down. Acceptance and its counterpart, understanding, are crucial to achieving relationship harmony. It’s the highest form of love and, like most things

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worth striving for, requires patience, commitment, personal responsibility, playfulness and practice. Imagine how great it is to feel loved all the time by a friend and partner—during the good, the bad and everything in-between. It starts when we shift our perception and see our mate’s behavior through a gentler and kinder lens of mutual respect and lightheartedness. Research by Psychologist Sandra Murray, Ph.D., at the University of Buffalo, reveals that donning “rose-colored glasses” and idealizing our partner leads to more happiness and satisfaction in a relationship, and that the happiest couples focus on what’s right. In what is known as the Pygmalion effect, the greater the expectation placed upon people, the better they perform. Keeping an open heart and mind also prepares us to receive our partner’s best expectations and highest level of caring, even if it might seem different than what we expect. When we choose to lovingly accept each other, let go of issues and apologize for any wrongdoing, it transforms the relationship. Overall, we better appreciate the bigger picture and go from being annoyed to enjoyed! Bestselling author Arielle Ford is a leader in the personal growth and contemporary spirituality movement. Her new release is Wabi Sabi Love (WabiSabiLove.com). Subscribe to a free Soulmate Secret newsletter at ArielleFord.com.

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or else believe we can do even more because we practice self-care. Keep in mind that we can’t solve burnout with the same level of consciousness that created it. We have to catch ourselves in the act of overlooking our true needs, stop, do a selfinquiry that looks at things as they are, and pinpoint what drains our energy, as well as what brings us to life.

The Benefits of Burnout An oxymoron? Not according to psychologist Joan Borysenko.

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oan Borysenko, Ph.D., a pioneer in integrative medicine, is a renowned expert on the mind-body connection. Her work has been foundational in an international health care revolution that recognizes the role of meaning and the spiritual dimension of life as integral aspects of health and healing. Most recently, the Harvard-trained biologist and psychologist explored the anatomy of burnout with Facebook friends in her latest book, Fried: Why You Burn Out and How to Revive.

What does it mean to physically, emotionally and spiritually burn out? When you’re stressed out, you keep chasing the same old carrot, whatever that may be for you. But when you’re burned out, you eventually give up the chase. The hope that you can create a meaningful life fizzles and you find yourself sitting in the ashes of your dreams. In a culture wedded to positive thinking, burnout and its first cousin, depression, are thought of as disorders in need of a fix. What if instead, we see them as losses of naïveté, false identities and faulty assumptions that are making way for a more authentic life? What if we viewed burnout as an invitation to come into alignment with a more elegant expression of our gifts, relationships and overall life energy? The late psychologist Herbert Freudenberger, Ph.D., who first popularized the concept in his 1980 book, Burnout: The High Cost of High Achievement, believed the condition is a painful affliction of good people trying to give their very best. He defined it as “the extinction of motivation or incentive, especially where one’s devo30

tion to a cause or relationship fails to produce the desired results.”

Why do we burn out even when we regularly use self-care practices? Many people are shocked to learn that even though I’m a positive person, with a regular yoga and meditation practice, as well as healthy eating habits, I have burned out more than once. Ironically, but predictably, I was trying to do and be my best. For me, burnout means that my most loving, creative self goes missing; I contract into the smallest, most negative version of myself, which is not a pretty picture. I find that for many people that intellectualize a great portion of their lives, burnout doesn’t become real until they are not only physically, mentally and emotionally exhausted, but are also in pain. Knowing ourselves and our limitations is essential, because our tendency is to become complacent and think we’re too busy to tend to our well-being,

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In order to follow my own advice, I completely changed the way I live. I realized that at age 66, I needed to pay more attention to my physical body. Physical therapy and Pilates floor exercises are now a priority five days a week, as well as yoga, both of which have helped to correct my hip joint problems. For aerobic exercise, I walk fast for 45 minutes at least five days a week. In inclement weather, I ride an indoor bike. Altogether, it averages out to 90 minutes of daily exercise, five days a week. My husband and I switched to a plant-based diet of organic whole foods, so we now set aside more time to plan, shop and cook. We also make more time for family and friends. We still both work, but fewer hours than before. In other words, I do what I can within a framework of love. I choose to do what is important to me—activities that give me life and energy.

What is it about living “in the now” that feels so enlivening? When we live in our heads and intellectualize, we tend to spin negative thoughts that hurt our physical health and sap our energy. By actively focusing on what we are doing in the moment, we can engage our senses, more thoroughly enjoy ourselves and have an awareness of being that is not possible when we are ruminating over past memories or projecting ourselves into daydreams about a far-off future. In such present moments, because we are relaxed and open to our inner wisdom, as well as our interconnection with the exquisite wholeness of life, we feel the most vital and alive. Connect at JoanBorysenko.com and Facebook.com/pages/Joan-Borysenko/ 211406562428.

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GET ALONG? Resolving conflict benefits mind and body. by Lisa Shumate

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significant amount of wearand-tear on the body comes from prolonged unresolved conflict—from not letting go, holding grudges and reliving situations over and over in your head,” says Raj Dhasi, a Toronto-based conflict management consultant who specializes in the physiological impacts of conflict. “But if conflict happens and my mindset is: ‘I can handle this. We can work through this,’ that is phenomenally beneficial for the brain and body.” Dhasi explains that when faced with any conflict—whether it’s an angry boss, disgruntled neighbor, political opponent or untidy teen in the house— our limbic system responds swiftly by igniting a cascade of stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol and spiking our heart rate and blood pressure. Meanwhile, our prefrontal cortex—the part of the brain responsible for thinking things through and putting the brakes on emotional, irrational behaviors—begins to slowly light up. The fundamental problem is that in the race to mount a response, the limbic

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system often wins, prompting us to greet conflict impulsively by raising our voice and saying things we later regret before our rational brain has time to step in. On the flip side, many of us avoid conflict altogether, harboring discontent in such a way that we feel powerless or even threatened. Making matters worse, our fight-or-flight response never quite goes away, says Gary Harper, author of The Joy of Conflict Resolution: Transforming Victims, Villains and Heroes in the Workplace and at Home. “More people are stressed out by not dealing with a conflict than with dealing with it,” Harper observes. “If you deal with it in the moment, it allows you to let it go.”

Pause, Breathe, Consider Harper advises that one way to deal with conflict on the spot is to pause and give our more rational side a chance to arrive at a solution. “Before you react, slow down, take a deep breath and listen to your inner dialogue,” he says. “In that deep breath, you might realize that you need five minutes [to consider a

response].” If you still remain in attack mode, it might not be the best time to respond. He adds that while no conflict should be avoided altogether, careful consideration might lead us to conclude that some battles aren’t worth fighting. Ask yourself: How important is this person to me? How important is this issue to me? “If neither is vital to you, save your energy for a better use. If the issue is not important, but the relationship is, it’s okay to accommodate or give in sometimes,” he says.

ask for it.” C: Check in. “Turn it over to the other person and ask for their response. Inquire: ‘Is this possible? What do you think?’” All the while, stay curious about the other person’s perspective, suggests Harper. “We tend to see ourselves as the innocent victim, or we go into hero mode and tend to see the other person as the villain,” he says. “Of course, the other person is doing the same thing, and that makes collaboration tough.” Instead, ask sincere questions—and really listen.

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Some conflicts are worth confronting. Then, Barbara Pachter, a business communications consultant and author of The Power of Positive Confrontation, offers what she calls the WAC approach for dealing with most cases of work and family conflict. W: Ask yourself: What is really bothering me? “A lot of times, people don’t do this. They just say, ‘This person is a jerk,’ rather than specifying the problem.” A: Ask them for a solution. “We often complain, but we don’t identify a solution,” she says. “Determine what is going to solve the problem for you and

Terrie McCants, coordinator of the conflict resolution program at Kansas State University, notes that in some cases, especially when deeply held values such as politics or faith are involved, resolving conflict isn’t necessarily about reaching an agreement. “You cannot negotiate people’s values. Sometimes, these are things that people are willing to lie down and die for,” she says. “Instead, sometimes you might need to agree to disagree.” In the end, whether the conflict is a minor disagreement at home, a workplace quarrel or a complicated

political dispute, the process of properly working through it can leave both parties feeling stronger and improve their communities. “Conflict forces you to problem-solve collaboratively and come up with options and elegant solutions,” she explains. “If handled well, it can add brilliant things to your life.” Lisa Shumate is a freelance writer in Boulder, CO.

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IMPROVE YOUR SNOOZE Sleep Aids versus Sleep Sappers by Judith Fertig

an eating a whole-wheat peanut butter cracker or sipping tart cherry juice help us sleep? Either is certainly worth a try, because most of us aren’t getting enough shut-eye. According to the nonprofit National Sleep Foundation, 64 percent of America’s adults frequently experience sleep problems; nearly half wake up at least once during the night. This deficit of restorative rest can affect our health. “Lack of sleep can affect the immune system,” says Dr. Timothy Morgenthaler, of the Mayo Clinic Sleep Disorders Center and an officer of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. “Studies show that people that don’t get a good night’s sleep or don’t get enough sleep are more likely to get sick after being exposed to a virus, such as the common cold.” A concept called sleep hygiene refers to good health practices that promote sleep. For example: Is the room dark or quiet enough? Is the mattress comfortable? Have we allowed sufficient time to wind down after daily activities to become relaxed? What we eat or drink also can have a profound effect on getting a good night’s rest.

Sleep Sappers Physicians, naturopaths and nutritionists generally agree that these key factors delay or disrupt sleep. 36

Food and drink. According to Jamie Corroon, a naturopathic physician with Seattle’s Bastyr University, eating or drinking too much during the day may make us less comfortable when settling down to sleep. Also, spicy foods may cause heartburn, which can lead to difficulty falling asleep and discomfort during the night. Caffeine. “Caffeine’s stimulant effect peaks in about one hour, and then declines as the liver breaks it down. So, if you go to bed by 11 p.m., you’ll have to stop your caffeine intake by 2 or 3 p.m. to avoid insomnia,” advises bestselling author Joy Bauer, a registered dietitian and nutritionist in New York City. She also cautions about energy drinks that incorporate herbal caffeine that may include guarana seeds, kola nuts and yerba mate leaves. Nightcaps. Although many people think of alcohol as a sedative, it actually disrupts sleep, according to experts at the National Sleep Foundation.

Sleep Aids What helps us sleep may be either a food’s chemical properties or the psychological and physical comfort we associate with a certain food

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or drink. Options include some old reliables. Walnuts and tart cherry juice. Studies conducted by the University of Texas Health Science Center, in San Antonio, and published in the Journal of Medicinal Food found that these two foods are great sources of melatonin, a natural hormone that helps regulate sleep cycles. Tart cherry juice was found to be especially effective in reducing the time it took subjects to fall asleep. Herbs. According to the Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Maryland, in Baltimore, some herbs have a mild, sedative effect. Three traditional herbs used for sleep are valerian, German chamomile and passionflower. The European practice of sipping a warm tisane, or herbal tea, made from these ingredients can be warming and soothing, preparing us to sleep. These herbs are also available as supplements. Complex carbohydrates. “Enjoy a bedtime snack,” recommends Bauer, of about 200 calories or less; mainly complex carbohydrates, with a touch of protein, such as some banana with peanut butter, yogurt or a small amount of whole grain cereal with skim milk. “By combining an ample dose of carbohydrates together with a small amount of protein—such as yogurt or turkey— containing the amino acid tryptophan, your brain produces serotonin, known as a calming hormone.” A warm, milky drink. Research scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology concluded that the chemical properties of milk—mainly protein and tryptophan—were not enough to ensure a good night’s sleep (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition). However, sleep and wellness expert Anna de Vena, who writes for SleepWellFeel Great.com, observes, “I love curling up with any kind of warm milky drink before bed, especially in the wintertime. There is a calming association with warm milk and sleep… from the time we were infants, when we drank milk and went to sleep.” Judith Fertig celebrates healthy food at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com.

SUGGESTED SLEEP SUPPLEMENTS Both valerian and melatonin have good scientific evidence backing them up as natural sleep aids, advises Sharon Plank, an integrative medicine physician with the University of Pittsburgh Medical School’s Center for Integrative Medicine. If the problem is falling asleep, the sedative effects of a valerian supplement can help. Because it has few adverse effects, it’s safe to try as a sleep aid, Plank says. If the problem is disrupted sleep, melatonin can help, and comes in two forms—extended release and immediate release. Plank notes, “If you tend to wake up in the middle of the night, you may want to take extended release before you go to bed. If you have trouble falling asleep, try immediate release.” If the problem is waking too early or restless leg syndrome, the problem could be a mineral deficiency. Studies conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture found that copper, iron and magnesium deficiencies caused sleep issues with some subjects; the studies specify recommended daily supplementation of copper (2 mg), iron (10 to 15 mg) and magnesium (400 mg).

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Depression affects about one in 10 adults each year and nearly twice as many women as men, according to the American Psychiatric Association. Although exercise may feel like the last thing you want to do when you are feeling blue, it’s a sure way to climb out of the morass and achieve a brighter outlook, higher energy levels and good heart health.

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n winter months, people get sluggish in many ways, and the resulting buildup of toxins can make them feel achy. They often interpret their fatigue and tension as depression, but that’s not necessarily so,” says Carolyn Dean, a pioneering physician, naturopath, nutritionist and author, with 25 years of experience treating diet and health issues. “The best, most natural way to pull toxins out of the body is through movement,” she advises. Becoming active is a good way to both lift depression and promote overall health, including a healthy heart, one of the largest and most vital muscles in the body. Getting off the couch often begins by identifying what you enjoy and will be most likely to continue doing. Setting reasonable goals is important. If you haven’t exercised in awhile or feel guilty for taking time out of an already busy day, try starting with a fi ve-minute workout, and then increase the duration

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as you get stronger and feel better. Dean suggests that one good way to start is by walking and using a pedometer, or climbing stairs with a step-counter (10,000 steps a day is a reachable goal). You can make a game of competing against yourself. Invite friends to walk with you or create your own walking club to help stay on track with a cardio-exercise routine. Walking your dog or borrowing a neighbor’s pooch for a stroll around the neighborhood is fun. Inject additional movement into daily routines via gardening, washing the car or playing with children.

Multiple Beneﬁts Although the scientifi c links between exercise and reduced anxiety and depression aren’t entirely known, it is clear that working out can help anyone relax and feel better. The Mayo Clinic reports that exercise helps ease depression by releasing feel good brain chemicals in

the body; reducing immune system chemicals; increasing body temperature; boosting self-confidence; taking thoughts off of worries; and promoting social interaction, thus equipping individuals to better cope with life’s ups and downs. “Exercise is sometimes stigmatized as an activity that’s hot, sticky and not fun,” notes Jess Martin, a wellness coordinator with the nationwide network of Healthstat, Inc. clinics, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. “We encourage our participants to instead think of exercise as fun. Running, lifting weights and other fitness activities certainly get your heart pumping, but so can less intense forms of exercise. While we encourage everyone to have 30-minute workouts, you can also benefit from shorter intervals, such as two 15-minute or even three 10-minute sessions a day.” As Martin notes, people that work out with a buddy are more likely to be accountable to an exercise routine. Strengthening healthy social bonds reduces stresses at the same time. “When you don’t exercise, the muscles of the body and the heart atrophy, he says. The more you exercise, the lower the heart rate tends to become, and the more efficient the heart function.”

Daily Do “Daily exercise should be as much a part of your routine as meals,” counsels Dr. Gabriela Cora, vice-chair of the Council on Communications for the American Psychiatric Association, author, wellness and well-being coach and former researcher in mood and anxiety disorders at the National Institutes of Health. “This is even truer for busy people, because so many these days are sedentary; everyone needs to find a balance for any lack of energy flow.” She points out that while many tend to think of exercise as a hobby, it is really one of the four pillars of biological health—sleep, relaxation, nutrition and exercise. Note: Consult with a physician for advice about what exercise and level of intensity is best for you. If you exercise regularly, but anxiety or depression symptoms still interfere with daily life, follow up with a doctor or other qualified mental health provider. Priscilla Goudreau-Santos is a freelance writer and owner of Priscilla Goudreau Public Relations and Marketing, in Jacksonville, FL. Connect at 904-371-7751. natural awakenings

February 2012

by Larry Green

These “Best Kept Secrets” Can Change Your Life

id you know you can remove fears, anxieties and worries in minutes? Or get rid of headaches and other pain quickly and without medications? Or switch on “happy feelings” like a light bulb? Here is a simple technique for quickly reducing stress: Think of something stressful (it does not need to be the biggest stress in your life, try

some current stress). Rate how stressful it is on a scale of 0-10. Now hold your hand gently across your forehead while thinking of the stress for 30-60 seconds. After you finish remove your hand. Now think about the stress again and re-rate it on a scale of 0-10. Most people report that their stress level decreases. When you are stressed blood flow

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and neural activity shift to the back brain (also called the primitive brain). This shift in blood flow is one of the many biological responses ‘hard wired’ into our systems that occur during the ‘flight-or-fight’ response. Lightly holding your hand across the forehead re-activates the brain’s frontal lobes (sometimes called the brain’s ‘executive center’). This simple exercise returns blood flow and neural activity to the areas of the brain geared for conscious decision making. The result is diminished stress and an improved ability to think clearly, in just moments. Amazing discoveries like this have emerged in fields like Applied Kinesiology, Touch for Health, Energy Medicine, BrainGym, HeartMath, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Energy Psychology and other professional trainings. These simple techniques remain mostly unknown, except to a few specialized practitioners. A wide variety of these effective skills are now taught in a two-day workshop called the Miracle Workers Training. These profound and reliable techniques can be learned by everyone. No previous training or background required.

Sandy Concar from Wake Forest, NC, had a lifetime experience of claustrophobia. After ten minutes of “tapping” some acupuncture points (no needles needed), she intentionally walked into a tiny broom closet and closed the door. Her life long claustrophobia was gone for good. Jennifer Price from Lenoir, NC, reported her daughter was failing every subject in school. In just two months, she became an ‘A’ student. She had learned an easy exercise to help re-pattern her brain, making learning easier. A psychologist in Hawaii, Dr. Debra Greene, had a headache for days. Through the 2-day training, she experienced a new way to focus and in minutes the headache disappeared and did not return. The staff at Delnor Hospital in Illinois learned a simple technique to help themselves (it isn’t meditation - it’s easier). The employee turnover rate dropped from 27% to 6%, and the patient satisfaction rate increased. The hospital received the national 2010/2011 Outstanding Patient Experience Award for patient satisfaction. For over 30 years the creator of this workshop, Larry Green, has studied and taught many systems and trainings with the goal of discovering these kinds of remarkable skills. You can learn them at the Miracle Workers Training on March 3 and 4 at the Phoenix Inn in Greenville. For more information on the 2-day workshop in Greenville, other trainings, articles and testimonials, visit www.USKinesiology.com. See ad, page 5.

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Plastic food storage containers. With plastic storage containers (particularly polycarbonate plastic, with a 7 recycling number or resin identifi cation code), the chemical bisphenol A (BPA) is of primary concern. BPA molecules are linked to form the plastic, but some molecules can escape and leach into food contents. BPA is a known hormone disruptor that has been tied to miscarriage, prostate and breast cancer, obesity and in children, behavioral and cognitive problems. If the plastic is worn, SPECIAL scratched, repeatedly washed or DISCOUN FOR FIRST T heated, leaching is more likely. CLIENTS Alternative: Use stainless steel or glass containers that can be frozen and heated without worry. Plastic water and soda bottles. Flimsy plastic beverage bottles (bearing a number 1 recycling symbol) are made with polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a petroleum-based plastic that can leach antimony, a metal linked to lung disease, heart problems and stomach ulcers at high concentrations; and phthalates, a common plasticizer associated with male genital deformities, low sperm counts, early puberty, susceptibility to allergens and autism. Hot conditions (such as the inside of a car) increase the leaching potential, as $99 HOLIDAY can reuse. Alternative: Invest in a few stainless steel reusable water bottles. Plastic sandwich bags. Most plastic

sandwich bags are made from low-density polyethylene (LDPE), indicated by resin code 4. Although not known to leach chemicals (it’s still wise to avoid microwaving them, however), they contribute to the massive quantity of plastic waste produced each year. Alternatives: Many reusable cloth lunch bags plus glass, bamboo and stainless steel snack containers are available. Clear food packaging, plastic squeeze bottles and peanut butter containers. Many pre-wrapped items in the deli or produce section, as well as condiment squeeze bottles and peanut butter containers bearing a number 3 code, are made with polyvinyl chloride or PVC, one of the most dangerous plastics. During the production of PVC, harmful chemicals like lead, dioxins and vinyl chloride are released that have been tied to health outcomes ranging from learning and behavioral problems to cancer and birth defects. Fatty foods such as cheeses and meats wrapped in number 3 plastics are particularly prone to leaching phthalates. Alternatives: Opt for food that’s not wrapped in plastic, such as meat from a butcher or deli counter, rather than prepackaged in the refrigerated bin. Also consider switching to condiments and peanut butters packaged in glass. Styrofoam takeout containers. Polystyrene foam is technically a number 6 plastic. It’s common in to-go containers and egg cartons, and the styrene that can leach out is tied to many health impacts, including neurological damage and harm to the liver and kidneys. Further, styrene is known to build up in body fat, increasing its toxic potential over time. Alternatives: Shop at natural grocery stores and places where customers can bring their own containers. With egg cartons, opt for cardboard, preferably made from recycled material. Brita Belli is the editor of E-The Environmental Magazine. Find green home kitchenware at Natural Awakenings’ online store, NAWebstore.com. Sources: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, epa.gov; United Nations Environment Programme, unep.org; Healthy Child Healthy World, HealthyChild.org; Our Stolen Future, OurStolenFuture.org. natural awakenings

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Sushi Making Class (hands-on) ─ 6-8pm. The secrets to making hand rolled sushi like the pros. Each guest will take home a pair of chopsticks and a bamboo rolling mat. $40 per person, (advance reservations required). The Cook’s Station, 659 S. Main St, Greenville. 250-0091.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Breast Thermograms by CORE Medical Thermography ─ 9am-2pm. Accurate, nonradiation, pain-free screening for women serious about their breast health. U.S. approved/HIPAA regulated patient care. Creative Health, 14 S. Main St., Greenville. For appointment, pricing, forms and patient instructions 423-6256. Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement ─ 6:458pm. Information and discussion on a natural hormone replacement therapy. Free. Limited seating. The Wild Radish, 161 Verdin Rd., Greenville. 297-1105. Food For Thought ─ 6:30pm. Workshop on nutrition in children with ADHD, Autism and Processing Disorder. Brain Balance, 2531 Woodruff Rd., Simpsonville. RSVP to 329-9933.

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Mystique Lifestyle System ─ 5:30-6:30pm. February 7 and 21. Lose weight naturally, control your appetite, get more energy and experience better sleep with the Mystique patch. $75 plus tax for the first month and $60 every month thereafter. Greenville Natural Health Center, 1901 Laurens Rd., Ste. E, Greenville. 370-1140.

Partner Yoga ─ 7pm. Stay for food and libation. $40 per couple. Soul Flow Yoga, 2811 Reidville Rd., Ste. 12, Spartanburg. 609-7689.

Foundations for Optimal Health & Healing Workshop ─ 6pm. Restore your body to optimal health, naturally. Auger Family Chiropractic, 1315 Haywood Rd., Greenville. Register, 322-2828.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Cloth Diapering ─ 10-11:30am. Earth-friendly, affordable alternative to disposable diapers. Free. Burdette Branch Library, 316 W. Main St., Taylors. 357-7428.

Tai Chi & Qigong Workshop ─ February 10-12; Friday, 7-9pm. Saturday, 9am-5pm. Sunday, 9am-2pm. Saturday showcase, social time and best of Tai- Chi fellowship. $140 for weekend. Friday $20. Saturday $80. Sunday $40. Registration fee $10. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. 420-9839.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Valentine’s Blood Drive ─ 9am-1pm. Every new patient that donates blood will receive a free consultation, exam, x-rays, doctor’s report and t-shirt. Auger Family Chiropractic, 1315 Haywood Rd., Greenville. Register, 322-2828.

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Matters of the Heart: Greenville Hospital System Health Talk ─ 6:30-8:00pm. Recognize the risk factors, signs, symptoms, and the latest treatment options for heart disease. Augusta Rd (Ramsey Family) Branch. Registration required, 877-447-4636.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Worship Service “Divine Truth - A Wonderful Outlook” ─ 11am-12pm. Spiritual discussion for the public. Free. American Red Cross Center, 950 Grove Rd., Greenville. 627-0470.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Emotions ─ 6:45pm. How they affect our hearts, bodies, and lives. The Wild Radish, 161 Verdin Rd, Greenville. Limited seating. 297-1105. Path to Optimal Health & Healing Workshop ─ 6pm. Restore your body to optimal health, naturally. Auger Family Chiropractic, 1315 Haywood Rd. Greenville. Register, 322-2828.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22 Intro to Gluten Free Living Class ─ 6:30-7:30pm. Educational class about gluten, what’s it in, how to avoid it, and how it may be affecting you. Participants will receive a Gluten Free Booklet, recipes, and note packet. $25. LifeLogic Health Center, 1622 E. North St., Ste. 10, Greenville. RSVP to 416-1136. Greenville Thyroid Support Group- Special Event ─ 6:30-7:30pm. Learn everything you want to know about gluten. Participants will receive a Gluten Free Booklet, recipes, and a note packet. $25. LifeLogic Health Center, 1622 E. North St., Ste. 10, Greenville. 416-1136 to reserve space.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Seasonal Gardening Series: Made in the Shade ─ 6:30-8:00pm. Discussion on special instructions for gardening in the shade. Fountain Inn (Kerry Ann Youths Club) Branch. 862-2576.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25 ADHD, Processing Disorder, Autism and Learning Disabilities Open House ─ 10:30am. Open house and an informative talk about brain function in children. Brain Balance, 2531 Woodruff Rd., Simpsonville. RSVP to 329-9933.

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Homemade Pasta Cooking Class ─ 6-8pm. Demonstration on how to create homemade pastas. Eat what you create and take home the recipes. $40 per person, (advance reservations required). The Cook’s Station, 659 S. Main St., Greenville. 250-0091.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 10 Dowsing for Energy Management Workshop ─ 9am-5:30pm. Energetically clear people and places, accelerate goal setting, increase prosperity, promote health and spiritual wellbeing. $150. About Your Health, 120 Kaminer Way Parkway, Columbia, SC. Presented by Julie Bradshaw and Katz DelauneyLeija. Register by calling 803-530-6199.

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Miracle Workers Training ─ 9am-5:30pm. Learn powerful, practical and user-friendly skills drawn from many disciplines and designed for everyone’s success. Imagine walking out of this workshop feeling better than ever before and knowing you’re capable of achieving miraculous results. 15 CE’s for Massage Therapists. $275. The Phoenix Inn, Greenville. Space is limited. For more information and registration call: 919933-9299 or visit www.USKinesiology.com.

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MARCH 10-13 Qi Revolution ─ Qigong event in Asheville. Highpowered breathing techniques, qigong energy movement exercises, naturopathic food-healing, Taoist yoga and Pranayama. 4-days of training only $99. www.QiRevolution.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 23 Thermograms at Greenville Natural Health Center ─ All day by appt. Breast thermography is a safe, pain-free alternative for detection and establishing baseline for breast health. Cost varies. Greenville Natural Health Center, 1901 Laurens Rd., Ste. F, Greenville. 370-1140.

Flying Rainbow Fan Workshop ─ 9:30am5:30pm; Apr 21; 10am-2pm; Apr 22. Train with internationally known Master Helen Wu. Therapeutic Qigong set developed by her grandfather, Grandmaster Wang, Zi-Ping, and Flying Rainbow Fan developed by her mother, Grandmaster Wang, Ju-Rong. Pre-registration required. Weekend rate $200. Session 1, $60, session 2, $75, session 3, $100. Regist. $10 per session. $18 dinner banquet. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. 420-9839.

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sunday Southern Flow Hot Yoga ─ 8-9:30am.Vigorous series of poses accessible to all levels. Packages available. Southern Om. Next to Whole Foods Market, Greenville. 329-1114. Amrit Yoga ─ 2pm. Blend of Pranayama, Hatha and Kripalu. Reduces stress-rejuvenates body through rhythmic breathing. 3 days/wk. $10/class or $120/ month unlimited classes. Pre-reg. required. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 420-9839. Gluten-Free Demos ─ 2-4pm. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd., Greenville. 335–2300. Chinese Class ─ 3-4:15pm. $60 per month. Four Seasons Restaurant, 208 N. Main St., Mauldin. 297-5097. Kripala Yoga ─ 3-4:30pm. Group yoga for all levels. Improve balance, coordination and wellbeing. $12/class, $85/series of 10, $99 monthly unlimited. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd., Greer. 325-6053.

Prenatal Yoga ─ 4:30-5:45pm. Breathing, flexibility, strength and community. Soul Flow Yoga, 2811 Reidville Rd, Ste 12, Spartanburg. 6097689. Self Healing Using Superconscious Breathing ─ 4:30-6pm. Tools for self-care and stress management to bring balance between body, mind and spirit. $20/ small group. Wise Resources for Holistic Health, Spartanburg. RSVP for location. 316-9811. Chinese Cooking Class for the Diabetic ─ 5:30pm. Eat the healthy meal you create. Private lessons available. $15 per class. Four Seasons Restaurant, 208 N. Main St., Mauldin. 297-5097.

All Levels Hatha Yoga ─ 8:30am. All levels Hatha Yoga class is structured around learning how to focus on the breath throughout various yoga postures. $15. Its Yoga! Studio Inc., 1440 Pelham Rd., Greenville. 354-2882 or 404-798-3442. Ladies’ Day ─ 9am-5pm. Manicure/Chair Massage offered with any service. Free. Breakaway Honda, 330 Woodruff Rd., Greenville. 234-6632. Service dept. Nia Classes ─ 9am. Dance, stretch, breathe, laugh, and play. Find joy in movement. First class is free. Studio G7, 311 E Main St., Central. 650-2710. Yoga ─ 9am. Basic Yoga posture to develop strength, balance and flexibility. Increases focus and releases tension. Eastside Family YMCA, 1250 Taylors Rd., Taylors. 292-2790.

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Yoga Bootcamp ─ 9:15-10:30am. Challenging vinyasa power style class to lengthen and strengthen your entire body. All levels welcome. $10 or $80/10 classes. Chapman Cultural Center, Dance Studio 4 of Ballet, 200 E. St John St., Spartanburg. 612-8333.

Southern 26 Hot Yoga ─ 6:15-7:30am and 5-6:15pm. Classic series of 26 poses held and repeated, accessible to all levels; great for beginners. Packages available. Southern Om. Next to Whole Foods Market. 329-1114.

Less Stress Yoga ─ 9:30-10:30am. Beginner to intermediate class for all fitness levels. Stretch, breathe and relax. First class free. CenterStage Dance and Performance Company, 413 SE. Main St., Simpsonville. 419-4204.

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Results Training ─ 10:30-11:30am. Six week circuit training program. Learn proper technique using kettlebells, ropes and medicine balls. Increase your metabolism and energy while having fun. $99/6weeks. Greer Athletic Club, 905 N. Main St., Greer. 877-4647. Healing Yoga Therapy ─ 10:30-11:45am. Therapeutic class, suitable for seniors and anyone with physical issues. $12, $85/series of 10, $99 monthly unlimited. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd., Greer. 325-6053. Yang 24 Yoga ─ 11:30am. Membership $24/yr plus a small class fee. Senior Action, 50 Directors Dr., Greenville. 335-5024. Lunch Hour Yoga ─ 12-1pm. $10 per class, memberships available. YOGAlicious, 147 E. Main St., Ste. A, Spartanburg. 515-0855. Tai Chi for Arthritis ─ 1-2pm. Based on Sun style, improves balance, mobility and reduces stress. 12wks, 2days/wk. $120 ($5/class). Scholarships available. Pre-reg. required. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 420-9839. 20-20-20 ─ 4:15-5:15pm. High-intensity workout for arms, legs and abs. First session free. Pricing varies. The Westside Club, 501 Willis Rd., Spartanburg. 587-7106 ext. 0. Pre-Natal Yoga ─ 5:15pm. Restore energy while calming mind and body. $75 for 5 classes. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc., 1440 Pelham Rd., Greenville. 354-2882. Pilates Jumpboard ─ 5:30-6pm. Increase your leg strength, create definition, and improve endurance on the Reformer jumpboard. Cost: $12, $100/series of 10. Pivotal Fitness Center, 5000 Old Spartanburg Rd., Taylors. 320-3806. Beginning Olympic-Style Fencing Classes ─ 6-7pm. Group based beginning fencing for children ages 10-18. $15 per class, equipment provided. Knights of Siena Fencing Academy, 900 E. Main St., Ste. M, Easley. 270-6172. Boot Camp ─ 6-7pm. Full body workout with core emphasis for those stubborn abdominals. $130 for 12 sessions. Right Jab Fitness, 3400 Anderson Rd., Greenville. 363-3923. Weight Loss Information Session ─ 6:15pm. Discuss the tools needed to lose weight and keep it off. Tour the facility and meet the staff. Free. Nutrition Solutions, 2104 Woodruff Rd., Greenville. 676-1248. All Levels Yoga ─ 6:30pm. Relieve tired muscles and calm the stress of the day. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc., 1440 Pelham Rd., Greenville. 354-2882. Nia Dance/Fitness ─ 6:30-7:30pm. Throw off your shoes and dance. $10 per class, non-members welcome. Riverside Tennis Club, 435 Hammett Bridge Rd., Greer. 848-0918. Tai Chi with George Gantt ─ 6:30-7:30pm. Tension and stress reduction, soft, flowing movements that emphasize force, rather than strength. $15/ class, $65/5 classes, or included in Equilibrium Gym membership. Equilibrium Zen Gym, 2110 Augusta St., Greenville. 419-2596.

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Pilates with Props ─ 7-8pm. Props class uses small apparatuses including fitness rings, stability and medicine balls. First class free. $12 per class, $55/5 or $100/series of 10. Pivotal Fitness Center, 5000 Old Spartanburg Rd., Taylors. 320-3806 or 292-8873.

tuesday Ionic Foot Detox ─ By appointment. Free gift offered with service. $30. Acorn Integrative Health, 419 New Woodruff Rd., Greer. 848-5291. Pain/Stress Management ─ by appt. FDA approved Scaler Wave Laser provides energy to cells for improved function and wellbeing. $30 for ½ hour. Biofeedback support, $75 per hour. Abiada Healing Arts, 187 N. Daniel Morgan Ave., Spartanburg. 542-1123. Yoga for Cancer Survivors – Intermediate/ Advanced ─ 9 and 10:30am. Gentle stretching and breathing exercises that relax and invigorate the body and mind. St. Francis Millennium Campus (near ICAR campus), Greenville. $7 per class. Call to register, 675-4656. Pilates ─ 9:15-10:15am. All levels and ages. Increase your flexibility and promote healthier body composition. First session free. Packages available. The Westside Club, 501 Willis Rd., Spartanburg. 587-7106 ext 0. Children’s Story Time ─ 9:30am. All ages welcome. Free character cookie. Coffee To A Tea, 1 Augusta St., Ste. 101, Greenville. 350-6506.

Gentle Yoga for Beginners ─ 9:30-10:45am. Gentle class suitable for the beginner or for a more relaxing practice. $12, $80/series of 10. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd., Greer. 325-6053. Zumba at MuvE Fitness ─ 9:30-10:30am. Strengthen your muscles in a mat-based interval training class. $12. MuvE Fitness Studio at 4Balance Fitness, 787 E. Butler Rd., Mauldin. 288-8532. Trigger-Point Tuesdays ─ 10am-12pm. Relieve the aches and pains from daily life with specific trigger point therapy. $30 for initial exam and first session. LifeLogic Health Center, 1622 E. North St., Ste 10, Greenville. Must schedule appointment by phone. 416-1136. Yaapana Yoga ─ 10-11am. Yaapana is a Sanskrit word meaning the support and extension of life. Innovative design of flow, dynamic and restorative poses. $15. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 Fernwood Glendale Rd., Spartanburg. 583-3335. All Levels Hatha Yoga ─ 10:30am. All levels Hatha Yoga class is structured around learning how to focus on the breath throughout various yoga postures. $15. 4Life Fitness Studio, 405 The Parkway, Ste. 400, Greer. 848-5277 or 404-3442. Results Training ─ 10:30-11:30am. See Monday 10:30 listing for details. All Levels Yoga ─ 11am. Recharge your day with this morning class, energizing, stretching, rejuvenating mind and body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc., 1440 Pelham Rd., Greenville. 354-2882.

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Dancing for Birth ─ 11am. Babies in slings welcome also. Belly dance and other types to prepare body and baby for easier and quicker delivery. Dianna’s School of Dance, 7601 White Horse Rd., Greenville. 836-8982. Pain and Arthritis Management ─ 11am-4pm. FDA approved Scalar Wave Laser provides energy to cells for improved function and wellbeing. $30 for ½ hr. session. Abiada Healing Arts, 187 N. Daniel Morgan Ave., Spartanburg. 542-1123. “Row-ga” Fitness ─ 11am-12pm. A fusion of indoor rowing and yoga that strengthens the muscles of the body, improves cardiac function, flexibility and stamina through breathing, low intensity rowing and yoga postures. $10. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576A Woodruff Rd., at the Mall Connector. Greenville. 281-1505. Zumba ─ 11:15am. Dance your way to fitness with this Latin-themed class. Eastside Family YMCA, 1250 Taylors Rd., Taylors. 292-2790. Pre-Natal Yoga ─ 11:30am-12:30pm. Relax and connect with your baby. $10/class. Spartanburg Regional Center for Women, 101 E. Wood St., Spartanburg. Pre-register. 560-6000. TRX/Kettlebell Training ─ 11:45am-12:30pm. Improve strength, balance and flexibility. Creative and fun with results. $139/8 sessions. Greer Athletic Club, 905 N. Main St., Greer. 877-4647. Community Acupuncture ─ 12-6pm. Economical group opportunity to benefit from natural therapy. Plan at least 45 minutes for therapy. $45 initial, then $25. Carolina Health Innovations, 1 Creekview Ct., Ste. B, Greenville. 331-2522.

Yoga ─ 2-3pm. For ages 55+. Hatha Yoga is a class of various postures, one flowing into the next while also working on breathing techniques. No experience necessary. Small membership fee required. Senior Action, 50 Directors Dr., Greenville. 467-3660.

Hepatitis C Support Group ─ 7-8pm. Third Tuesday of each month. Support group offering information, natural alternatives, recipes, and wellness programs. Free. Donations accepted. Chapman House Community Center, 38 Main St., (Hwy 8) West Pelzer. 906-7660.

Good Olde Days ─ 4:30-7:30pm. Dinner, bingo, prizes and a great time. $8.99. Earth Fare, 3620 Pelham Rd., Greenville. 527-4220.

Meditation Class ─ 7pm. Learn to meditate. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd., Greenville. 354-2882.

All Levels Yoga ─ 5:30pm. Slow the stress of your day with a yoga routine of breath and postures to balance and detoxify the body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd., Greenville. 354-2882.

Pancreas Protocol/Weight Loss Group Sessions ─ 7-9pm. Group sessions for weight loss, with options of acupuncture and coaching for $15. Carolina Health Innovations, 1 Creekview Ct., Ste. B, Greenville. No appt. necessary; 35-45 min sessions. 331-2522.

Amrit Yoga ─ 5:30pm. See Sunday 2pm listing for details.

wednesday Ionic Foot Detox ─ See Tuesday listing for details. Yoga Boot Camp ─ 9:15-10:30am. See Monday 9:15am listing for details. Live Oak Farm Store ─ 10am-6pm. Local farm products including grass-fed beef, pork, chicken, lamb and turkey. Majority of products bear the Certified South Carolina grown seal including pastureraised eggs and organic produce. Live Oak Farms, 230 Sam Davis Rd., Woodruff. 991-9839.

Yoga Classes in Anderson ─ 5:30-6:30pm. Therapeutic and breath work classes available. $85 for 2 months of classes (1 per wk) or $110 for 2 months of classes (2 per wk). Single classes are $15 each. Rosalinda Yoga, AnMed Life Choice Gym on Hwy 81, Anderson. 313-3348. Hoop Dancing ─ 6-8pm. This practice incorporates dance, yoga and tai-chi movements. $15 a person. Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E. Butler Rd., 553-9273. Pre-Natal Yoga ─ 6-7pm. 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Bring your own mat, two pillows and water bottle. Free. Carolina Waterbirth, 915-J South St., Simpsonville. 329-0010. Results Training ─ 6-7pm. See Monday 10:30 listing for details. AD/HD, Autism Spectrum, Learning Disabilities Info. Meeting ─ 6:30-8pm. Parents will gain greater understanding of their child and learn about the Brain Balance program, research and brain function in children struggling with neurobehavioral disorders. Free. Brain Balance, 2531 Woodruff Rd., Simpsonville. Space is limited, RSVP to 3299933. LifeLogic Health Center New Patient Orientation ─ 6:30-7:00pm. Introductory class briefly talking about health, chiropractic and nutrition. Free. LifeLogic Health Center, 1622 E. North St., Ste 10, Greenville. 416-1136 to reserve space and get exact dates. Seating is limited. Sivananda Method Hatha Yoga ─ 6:30-8:15pm. Hatha Yoga taught in traditional style. $10 or donation. Greenville Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1135 State Park Rd., Greenville. 271-4883. Tai Chi Aerobics ─ 6:30-7:30pm. Combines music and an upbeat pace with time-honored tai chi movements. $15/class, $65/5 classes, or included in gym membership. Equilibrium Zen Gym, 2110 Augusta St., Greenville. 419-2596. Tai Chi for Arthritis ─ 6:30-7:30pm. See Monday at 1pm for details. Tai Chi for Energy ─ 6:30-7:30pm. Combination of Chen and Sun Styles. Internal energy, and manage stress. 12wks, 2days/wk. 120 ($5/class). Scholarships available. Pre-reg. required. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 4209839.

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Senior Day ─ 10am-6pm. Seniors 60+ receive 10% off total purchase. Normal exclusions apply. The Wild Radish, 161 Verdin Rd., Greenville. 297-1105. Toddler’s Table Time ─ 10-11:30am. See Tuesday 10am listing for details. Yoga Wall ─ 10-11:15am. Based on the Iyengar ropes system, a modern evolution to your yoga practice. $15. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 Fernwood Glendale Rd., Spartanburg. 583-3335. Healing Yoga Therapy ─ 10:30-11:45am. See Monday 10:30am listing for details. Yoganize. Pilates Jumpboard ─ 10:30-11am. See Monday 5:30pm listing for details.

Cooking Demo and Food Tasting ─ 11am1pm. Demonstration on how to prepare new recipes in our kitchen. Watch demo, taste test and take home recipes. Free. The Cook’s Station, 659 S. Main St., Greenville. 250-0091. Oxy-Ionic Water Sampling ─ 11am-5pm. First Wednesday. Sample alkalizing Oxy-Ionic. Sampling special: Buy 1 gallon, get 2nd gallon 15% off. All Natural Health & Beauty Center, 101 College St., Simpsonville. 963-2882. Tai Chi for Arthritis ─ 1-2pm. See Monday Listing for details. “Row-ga” Fitness ─ 4-5pm. See Tuesday 11am listing for details.

Yoganize – All Levels ─ 4:45-6pm. Energize, revitalize and harmonize mind, body and spirit. $12/class, $85/ series of 10, $99 monthly unlimited. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd., Greer. 325-6053. Qigong for Everyone ─ 5-6pm. Meeting is outdoors, all year, so dress accordingly. In case of rain, will move to a covered area. $3 contribution for Glendale Shoals Preserve. Main entrance to Gibbs Football Stadium at Wofford College, Spartanburg. 597-5022. Amrit Yoga ─ 5:30pm. See Sunday 2pm listing for details. Nia Classes ─ 5:30pm. See Monday 9am listing for details. Boot Camp ─ 6pm. See Monday 6pm listing for details. Guide to Self Healing ─ 6-7pm. Meditation and mindfulness, bring about balance between mind, body and spirit. Free. Eastside Spartanburg. 316-9811. Vinyasa Flow Yoga ─ 6pm. Move through a series of postures designed to release stress and tension, providing relaxation. $10. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 420-9839. Hoop Dancing ─ 6-8pm. See Tuesday 6pm listing for details. MeaningSight: Establishing Vision, Goals, Meaning and Spirit ─ 6-7:45pm. Establish a life vision and goals for meaning, flourishing and spirit – 6 small group classes to bring more meaning and a deeper spirituality into your life. $150 (for all 6 classes - $25 per class). Life Coaching Institute, 25 Woods Lake Rd., Ste 207, Greenville. 282-8989. Self Healing Using Meditation and Mindfulness ─ 6-7pm. Tools for self-care and stress management to bring about balance between body, mind and spirit. $20/ class. Wise Resources for Holistic Health, Spartanburg. RSVP for location. 316-9811. All Levels Yoga ─ 6:30pm. A yoga routine of breath and postures. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd., Greenville. 354-2882. Medical QiGong ─ 6:30-7:30pm. Find your Qi. $15 a class or included in membership. Equilibrium Zen Gym, 2110 Augusta St., Greenville. 419-2596.

thursday Half Hour Stretch Massage Sessions ─ All day by appointment. Gentle and pain-free way to eliminate pain. 30 minutes. Free. Pelham Falls Chiropractic, 103D Regency Commons Dr., Greer. Spaces limited. RSVP 630-0031. TRX-Suspension Training ─ By Appt. See Tuesdays listing for details. Yoga for Osteoporosis ─ 9-10:15am. Special sequence designed for those at risk for osteoporosis. Yoga experience not required. St. Francis Millennium, HealThy Self, Suite 200. $10/class or $45 for 5 classes. 675-4656. Group Power ─ 9:30am, 4:45pm, 7:05pm. Weight training program designed to condition all major muscle groups. $10 per class. Free w/membership. Greer Athletic Club, 905 N. Main St., Greer. 877-4647.

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Yoganize – All Levels ─ 9:30am, 5:30pm, 7pm. Combination of yoga, yoga therapy, Pilates and healing prescriptive movement. Develop balance, coordination and build self-esteem. $12, $80/series of 10. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd., Greer. 325-6053. Zumba at MuvE Fitness in Motion ─ 9:30am. See Tuesday 9:30am listing for details. Live Oak Farm Store ─ 10am-4pm. See Wednesday 10am listing for details. Senior Yoga ─ 10-11am. Gentle stretching and strengthening class for anyone 55+. $2 per class. Mauldin Senior Center, Corn Rd at 699 Butler Rd., Mauldin. 419-4204. Zumba ─ 10am and 7:30pm. See Tuesday 11:15am listing for details. YMCA-Eastside.

NIA Dance/Fitness ─ 6-7pm. See Wednesday 9:30am listing for details.

Tai Chi Aerobics ─ 6:30pm. See Tuesday 6:30pm listing for details.

Nutritional Cleansing Seminar ─ 6-7:30pm. Detox to bring about balance between body, mind, and spirit to promote health. $20/small group. Eastside Spartanburg. 316-9811.

Tai Chi for Arthritis ─ 6:30-7:30pm. See Monday 1pm listing for details.

Results Training ─ 6-7pm. See Monday 10:30 listing for details. Upstate Babywearing Group ─ 6pm. 2nd Thursday. Support group for attachment parenting. Free. Natural Baby, 11 College St., Downtown Greenville. 254-8392. All Levels Yoga ─ 6:30pm. See Monday 6:30pm listing for details. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc.

Tai Chi for Energy ─ 6:30-7:30pm. See Tuesday 6:30pm listing for details. Beekeepers’ Association Meeting ─ 7-8:30pm. Second Thursday. Clemson Ext. office, 142 S. Dean St., Spartanburg. (Old Evans High School Bldg.) 596-2993 ext 117. Pancreas Protocol/Weight Loss Group Sessions ─ 7pm. See Tuesday 7pm listing for details.

Yoga for Cancer Survivors – Beginners ─ 10:30 and 11:45am. See Tuesday 9am listing for details. All Levels Yoga ─ 11am. Class for energizing, stretching and rejuvenating mind and body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd., Greenville. 354-2882. “Row-ga” Fitness ─ 11am-12pm. See Tuesday 11am listing for details. Healing Yoga Therapy ─ 11:30am-12:45pm. See Monday 10:30am listing for details. TRX/Kettlebell Training ─ 11:45am-12:30pm. See Tuesday 11:45am for details. Community Acupuncture ─ 12-6pm. See Tuesday 12pm listing for details. Tai Chi Chih ─ 12-12:45pm; beginners, 1-2pm; intermediate. Senior Action, 50 Directors Dr., Greenville. 467-3660. Zen at Noon ─ 12-12:45pm. Get your zen on during your lunch break. $15. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 Fernwood Glendale Rd., Spartanburg. 583-3335. Bereavement Support Group ─ 1:30-2:30pm. Open to anyone hurting from the loss of a family member or loved one. McCall Hospice House, 1836 W. Georgia Rd., Simpsonville. Free. 449-4181. Health Starts Here Demonstration ─ 3-5pm. Recipes that are based on the 4 pillars of Health Starts Here. Free. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd., Greenville. 335–2300. Family Dinner Night ─ 4-8pm. One adult spends $5 in the café and up to six kids eat free. Kids fill out their own healthy menu. Earth Fare, 3620 Pelham Rd., Greenville. 527-4220. Art Walk-Spartanburg ─ 5-9pm. 3rd Thursday of the month. Stroll through art galleries that range from non-profit institutions to commercial art galleries. Most located in downtown Spartanburg. Free. Carolina Gallery, 145 W. Main St., Spartanburg. 585-3335. Yoga Classes in Anderson ─ 5:30-6:30pm. See Tuesday 5:30pm listing for details. Tai Chi-Introductory Class ─ 5:45-6:30pm. Learn about different types of Qi available. Brief presentation and sample class. Free. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. 420-9839.

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Parent Talk on Children’s Brain Function ─ 7-8:30pm. Discussion on brain function in children struggling with AD/HD, Autism/Aspergers, Sensory Integration Disorder, Dyslexia, Learning Disabilities and the Brain Balance Program. Free. Brain Balance of Greenville, 2531 Woodruff Rd., Ste. 113, Simpsonville. 329-9933.

friday Indoor Rowing Classes ─ 7:30am and 9:15am. Full-body and cardio workout; any age and fitness level. Rates vary. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576-A Woodruff Rd., Greenville. 281-1505 or 498-8608. Nia Classes ─ 9am. See Monday 9am listing for details. Less Stress Yoga ─ 9:30-10:30am. See Monday 9:30am listing for details. Less Stress Yoga. Friends and Family Friday ─ 10am-6pm. Friends and family members get adjusted; only $25 per person. Hub City Health Studio, 115 W. Main St., downtown Spartanburg. 583-0300.

Yoganize - Intermediate Level ─ 12-1:30pm. Energize, revitalize and harmonize mind, body and spirit. $12/class, $85/series of 10, $99 monthly unlimited. 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd., Greer. 3256053. Restorative Yoga Class ─ 12:15pm. Perform gentle poses before dropping into deep contentment from the sequence of supported postures. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd., Greenville. 354-2882. Sustainable Seafood Demo ─ 2-5pm. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd., Greenville. 335–2300. Boot Camp ─ 6-7pm. See Monday 6pm listing for details. Rebirthing Breath Work ─ 6-7:30pm. Effective tools for self care and stress management. $20/small group. Eastside Spartanburg. 316-9811. Kids Night at GOLS ─ 6-9pm. First Friday. Indoor rock climbing, games, nature crafts, and pizza/ drinks included. $20 per child/$5 sibling discount. GOLS (Glendale Outdoor Leadership School), 270 Wheeling Circle, Glendale. 529-0259.

Live Oak Farm Store ─ 10am-6pm. See Wednesday 10am listing for details. Vinyasa Flow Yoga ─ 10am. See Wednesday 6pm listing for details. Healing Yoga Therapy ─ 10:30-11:45am. See Monday 10:30am listing for details. Yoganize. Baby + Me Yoga in Falls Park ─ 11:30am12:30pm. Class combines yoga and play to help mothers get back in shape. Dads also welcome. $5 residents/$6 for non-residents. Falls Park (meet at grassy area at bottom of waterfall). If cold weather or rain, meet at Bobby Pearse Community Center, 904 Townes St., Greenville, 467-4449.

saturday Community Acupuncture ─ 8:30am-Noon. See Tuesday 12pm listing for details. Group Power ─ 8:30 and 10:30am. See Thursday 9:30am listing for details. Less Stress Yoga ─ 9-10am. See Monday 7:30pm listing for details. Yoga ─ 9am. $10; 5 classes/$40; first class free. Unity Church of Greenville, 207 E. Belvue Rd., Greenville. 292–6499.

Community Yoga ─ 9:30-10:30am. $6 drop in fee. Soul Flow Yoga, 2811 Reidville Rd., Ste. 12, Spartanburg. 609-7689. Live Oak Farm Store ─ 10am-4pm. See Wednesday 10am listing for details. Making Tinctures and Salves at Home ─ 10am1pm. 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month. How to use herbs in your home and make salves, tinctures and cleaning recipes. $20. 705 Holland Rd., Simpsonville. Must RSVP, 269-0658. Vinyasa Flow ─ 10-11:30am. Levels 1 and 2. $12 per class, memberships available. YOGAlicious, 147 E. Main St., Suite A, Spartanburg. 515-0855. Yoganize – All Levels ─ 10-11:30am. See Thursday 9:30am listing for details. “Row-ga” Fitness ─ 10:45-11:45am. See Tuesday 11am listing for details. Zumba Fitness ─ 11am. The big dance/aerobic craze. $10 per class. Arthur Murray Dance Studio, 1054 E. Butler Rd., Greenville. 254-9126. Children’s Yoga ─ 12-1pm. 5-9 year olds. $8 per class, memberships available. YOGAlicious, 147 E. Main St, Ste. A, Spartanburg. 515-0855. Health Starts Here Demo for Kids ─ 12-2pm. See Thursday 3pm listing for details. Pancreas Protocol/Weight Loss Group Sessions ─ 12-2pm. See Tuesday 7pm listing for details. Tai Chi for Energy ─ 12:30-2:30pm. See Tuesday 6:30 listing for details. Blessingways ─ 2pm. 4th Saturday. Positive birth stories and guest speakers share mindful information on pregnancy, birth, or parenting. Children welcome. Free. Natural Baby, 11 College St., Greenville. 254-8392.

Pilates with Props ─ 9:20-10:20am. See Monday 7 pm for listing for details.

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classifieds CO-HOUSING Eco-friendly co-housing community in beginning stages of development in Greenville. Looking for resources and anyone interested in living in community. Call 215-754-8104 or email moreleisure@yahoo.com.

FOR RENT BEAUTIFUL THERAPY ROOM – Peaceful Wellness Environment Downtown Spartanburg. 864-542-1123. THERAPY ROOMS – Office spaces for rent to professional bodywork therapists or similar field of practice. Great location, off of Grove Road near Greenville Memorial Hospital. Inquiries call 864-320-3034.

HELP WANTED CLEANING SPECIALISTS – Certified Green business seeking cleaning specialists. Will train and eventually certify. Incentive based pay. Background check and drug testing. Kindly contact 855-LIV-GREEN. MA/LPN POSITION – for progressive, fast-paced wellness clinic in Greenville. Applicants should be professional, reliable, out-going and possess excellent customer service skills. Experience with venipuncture and injections a plus. 803413-0356. MASSAGE THERAPISTS AND NAIL TECHNICIANS – Needed part time. call Linda Goulart, The Pampered Sole for details. 864-907-4940. NIA INSTRUCTOR – Space to teach available January 2012. Great location right off 385. Call or Email Mary Powers at 864-420-9839 or marypowers@ QiWorksStudio.com. YOGA INSTRUCTORS – Wanted for yoga studio in Spartanburg. Must have flexible availability. Must be RYT 200. Please email resume to: info@zengardenyoga.com YOGA INSTRUCTORS – Space to teach available January 2012. Great location right off 385. Call or Email Mary Powers at 864-420-9839 or marypowers@ QiWorksStudio.com. ZUMBA, PILATES, and WATER FITNESS INSTRUCTORS – Should be able to teach a variety of classes ranging from low to high intensity. Salary dependent upon experience. Email resumes to kseawell@gcrd.org.

HOMES – REPAIR/REMODEL/RESTORATION HOME REPAIR – SIEGEL HOMES, Henry Siegel, 25 Years Experience. Free Estimates. Call for new customer special! 864-905-2898. www.SiegelHomes.net

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communityresourceguide 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 Publisher@UpstateNA.com to request our media kit. ACuPuNCTurE ACUPUNCTURE OF GREER Ruth Kyle, L. Ac. 106 Memorial Dr. 864-877-0111•Greer

Great results with acute and chronic pain, migraines, frozen shoulder, sciatica, stress. Specializes in orthopedic issues and more in an educational tranquil environment. See ad, page 17.

CAROLINA HEALTH INNOVATIONS

Joan Massey, L. Ac. 1 Creekview Ct. 864-331-2522•Greenville

GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Marina Ponton, L. Ac. 1901 Laurens Rd. Ste. E 864-370-1140•Greenville www.GreenvilleNaturalHealth.com

Specializing in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and therapeutic massage therapy. We also offer natural health services and products that will help you meet your health goals including herbs, nutrition, fertility, and pain management. See ad, page 27.

HONG ZHANG, L. AC.

111 Doctors Dr. 864-797-7100•Greenville www.GHS.org/Acupuncture

More than 23 years experience practicing acupuncture. Some conditions treated include joint pain, neck and/or back pain, fibromyalgia, stroke rehabilitation, infertility, and menstrual cramps.

Specializing in wellness, natural hormone therapy, allergies, autoimmune problems, and pain using acupuncture, herbs, laser therapy, and detoxification techniques. See ad, page 50.

AllErgY/NuTrITIoN

ERIC AUFDENCAMP

Doctor of Oriental Medicine, L.Ac. Offices: Greenville and Travelers Rest 864-551-1551•Greenville www.EricAufdencamp.com

Specialties include herbal medicine, Chinese massage, nutritional counseling, pain and athletic injuries, migraines, digestive, respiratory, and gynecological conditions. Fully individualized attention. 10 years experience.

PERFECT BALANCE NATURAL HEALTH

Barbara Morris, RN, BS 1934 N. Pleasantburg Dr. 864-236-8072•Greenville www.PerfectBalanceNaturalHealth.com

Barbara looks at all your health needs working with you to relieve allergies, improve immune function, relieve pain, increase energy, regulate hormones, clean up your diet and improve nutrition. See ad, page 43.

TRINITY ALLERGY RELIEF & WELLNESS CENTER

110 Montgomery Dr. 864-760-1006•Anderson TrinityAllergyRelief.com.

Guaranteed relief as allergies are cleared from the body using a proven method known as BioEnergetic Intolerance Elimination (BIE) that literally clears annoying symptoms within minutes. No needles. No pain. No drugs. See ad, page 52.

ULTRAVIOLET BLOOD TECHNOLOGIES

103 Regency Commons Dr. 864-434-0294•Greer www.UBTLife.com

Boost your immune system without medication or chemicals. Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation (UBI) is a tested and proven therapy that is safe and effective for many health problems. Let UBI light up your life. See ad, back cover.

AroMATHErAPY CREATIVE HEALTH - ANDERSON

Terry Ballenger, CNHP 215 S. Main St. 864-222-0511•Anderson CreativeHealth1@bellsouth.net

Ease stress and pain with DoTerra essential oils. We also offer Bach Flower Remedies, biofeedback sessions, and educational seminars. See ad, page 57.

bIo-ENErgETIC TEsTINg AUGUSTA STREET CLINIC Dr. Roger Jaynes, DC, DNBHE 864-232-0082•Greenville RogerJaynez@yahoo.com www.AugustaStClinic.com

Bio-energetic testing shows energy imbalance, vitamin or mineral deficiency, and identifies environmental allergies. We use German manufactured drainage remedies and offer services at affordable rates. See ad, page 27.

bIo-IDENTICAl HorMoNE THErAPY LIVING WELL INTEGRATIVE HEALTHCARE

Cheryl Middleton, PA-C Claudia Burkhalter, RN, MSN, FNP-C 838 Powdersville Rd. Ste. G 864-850-9988•Easley www.LivingWellHealthcare.com

We help women and men who suffer symptoms of hormonal imbalance such as low libido, weight gain, hot flashes, fatigue and many other symptoms. Call for your personal consult today! See ad, page 20.

boArDINg/kENNEl MAUI MEOW RESORT FOR CATS

158 New Harrison Bridge Rd. 864-409-1011•Simpsonville www.MauiMeowResort.com

Exclusively for cats! Spacious 60x30 condos, quiet atmosphere, 14’x 21’ play area, panoramic views, two kitty towers. Live-in owner, no extra fees for medications.

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BODYWORK Carolina Structural Energetic Therapy Greg Spindler, LMBT #4609 107 Memorial Dr. 864-877-3500•Greer www.GregSpindler.com

You don’t have to live with back or neck pain any more. Achieve quick and long-lasting results! 90-minute sessions include, muscle testing, body reading, cranial structure releases, and advanced bodywork. Four treatments pre-paid $390, one session $115.

BRAIN TRAINING BRAIN BALANCE OF GREENVILLE 2531 Woodruff Rd. Ste #113 864-329-9933•Simpsonville www.BrainBalanceCenters.com

Helping children with AD/HD, Autism/Asperger’s syndrome, Dyslexia and learning disabilities. We do sensory, motor and academic work individualized to each child’s deficits. See ad, page 16.

WICKISER FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

CHILDREN’S WELLNESS

122 E. Beltline Blvd. (Behind Grady’s Great Outdoors) 864-226-8868•Anderson www.WickiserFamilyChiro.com

DR. CYNTHIA HORNER CHIROPRACTOR

11-D Barkingham Ln. 864-458-8082•Greenville www.DrCydChiro.com

Experienced with pregnant women, infants, children and families. We educate, motivate and support families to better health through gentle chiropractic, cranial sacral therapy, massage and workshops on various health topics. See ad, page 25.

Focusing on quality chiropractic care for the entire family. We also provide nutritional counseling, muscle and soft tissue rehabilitation, and Exercise With Oxygen Therapy (EWOT). See ad, page 56.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY BRIDGE TO WELLNESS, LLC 607 NE Main St. 864-963-4466•Simpsonville www.YourBridge2Wellness.com

CHIROPRACTOR BOURG CHIROPRACTIC

Angela Toplovich, certified colon hydrotherapist offers detox services that include ionic footbath, thermotherapy (Bio Mat), and ear-candling. Lighten your toxic load! See ad, page 8.

9 McKenna Commons Ct. E. North St. @ Mitchell Rd. 864-292-3291•Greenville www.GreenvilleChiropractors.net

Serving the Upstate since 1983. Exceptional results! We offer state-of-the-art gentle techniques and therapies. NA Mag Reader Special - consultation, exam and scans for $50. See ad, page 33.

LEARNING RX

864-627-9192•Greenville www.LearningRx.com/Greenville

LearningRx makes finding the solution to your child’s learning struggles simple. Schedule a cognitive skills test to discover the answer. The problem can be fixed. See ad, page 21.

CARDS & GIFTS LIVE SIMPLY CARDS & GIFTS

(Web-based Business Only) www.LiveSimplyCardsAndGifts.com

Send out a personalized and memorable card and gift without leaving home. Save gas, time and money. Our convenient system lets you send that special card and gift without the hassle of pen, paper, stamps, envelopes, packaging or mailboxes. We do it all for you. Sending a card has never been so easy!

We give you the tools you need to help you heal your body

FRANZ FAMILY SPINAL CARE

205 Bryce Ct. (off Woodruff Rd in Woodruff Place) 864-987-5995•Simpsonville www.FranzFamilySpinalCare.com

A health and wellness center focusing on providing the NUCCA procedure for the whole family. Long term relief with none of the cracking or popping; all adjustments done by hand. The only NUCCA practitioners in the Upstate. Also provides whole food supplementation, nutritional testing, weight loss programs, and more. See ad, page 15.

Individualized Programs One-on-One Nutritional Consultations Iridology • Kinesiology • Herbs

CREATIVE HEALTH Terry Ballenger, CNHP 215 S. Main St.

Located in Historic Downtown Anderson

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CoMPANIoN/sENIor CArE UPSTATE HEALTHCARE SERVICES 4472 Liberty Hwy. 864-332-0783•Anderson www.UpstateHealthCareServices.com

No need to lose time away from work and daily life: we are here for you. Let us use our comprehensive resource center to find the best plan for you and the aging person in your life, now or in the future. See ad, page 40.

CoMPouNDINg PHArMACY CUSTOM-MED PHARMACY

John Holland, Pharm.D. 838 Powdersville Rd. Ste. D 864-855-2323•Easley

Specializing in custom compounding, including thyroid medication, bioidentical hormone replacement, pediatrics, and pets. Professional grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 10.

DENTIsTrY PALMER DISTINCTIVE DENTISTRY

Dr. John Palmer 301 The Parkway Ste. B 864-879-6494 - Greer www.PalmerDMD.com

We practice biological dentistry and adhere to the highest standards of biocompatible dentistry as defined by the (IAOMT) International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. One-visit-crowns, Laser-Assisted Periodontal Therapy, Ozone Therapy, fluoride-free office; amalgam-safe since 1995. See ad, page 61.

DoulA DOULA DU JOUR @ CAROLINA WATERBIRTH

915 South St. 864-735-7270•Simpsonville www.douladujour@yolasite.com

Support for your pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Full and on-call services provided. A division of Carolina WaterBirth. See ad, page 49.

FENg sHuI/ INTErIor rEDEsIgN FINE REDESIGNS

Michele Senac, CFSP Redesign/Feng Shui Certified 864-631-9335 www.FineRedesigns.com

Have a beautiful home or office without spending a lot! Using your existing furniture, artwork and accessories, I can create a harmonious space through the art of Interior Redesign and Feng Shui. See ad, page 42.

HAIr sAloN/sPA ALL NATURAL HEALTH & BEAUTY CENTER

Alice Caston, Cosmetologist 101 College St. 864-963-2882•Simpsonville www.NaturalFarmacy.net

Over 20 years experience in Licensed Cosmetology. We specialize in multicultural hair care, color, facials, and waxing services. We now offer a chemical-free hair straightening program. Free consultations.

SKRIP SHOPPE

Jim Greene, R. Ph. 405 W. Poinsett St. 864-879-2325•Greer www.SkripShoppePharmacy.com

We compound (create) individualized medicines for your unique needs, perfectly suited to your body. We also offer natural medicines, vitamins and herbs. Locally owned and operated since 1982. Visit our website for a 10% off coupon. See ad, page 55.

FACIAls/skINCArE GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Lindsey Holder, Esthetician 1901 Laurens Rd. Ste. E 864-370-1140•Greenville www.GreenvilleNaturalHealth.com

Lindsey brings her interest in organic products and passion for educating clients on proper skin care practice to the Greenville Natural Health Center. New clients: Mention this ad and your 1st signature facial is only $38! See ad, page 27.

CouNsElINg sErvICEs AN INNER VIEW

Counseling Services, LLC 3113 Hwy 153 864-420-9260•Piedmont

A psychotherapy practice that integrates mind, body and insightoriented approaches to address issues such as anxiety, depression, chronic pain, past trauma, and relationship conflicts. See ad, page 33.

WORK IN PROGRESS THERAPY Helen Tracy Parnell, M.A.LPC 108-B Clair Drive 483-1447•Piedmont www.WorkInProgressTherapy.com

FArM sTorE LIVE OAK FARMS

230 Sam Davis Rd. 864-991-9839•Woodruff www.LiveOakFarmsLLC.com

Certified Naturally Grown 80-acre farm specializing in heritage breeds. Animals and vegetables raised according to Certified Naturally Grown standards. No growth hormones or antibiotics. See ad, inside back cover.

Let’s work together to get to the ROOT of the issues that are holding you back from being your best self! See ad, page 32.

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HEADQUARTERS DAY SPA AND SALON

3 East Park Avenue 864-233-1891•Greenville www.HeadquartersDaySpa.com

Offering Organic Hair Services using the Organic Systems hair color, texture waves, and straightening. Our retail organic hair care products help our clients maintain the services they have received. We also offer pre-planned and custom spa package services. See ad, page 39.

NANCY LEE’S HAIR ART

Nancy L. Minix, MC, BS, RA – 20+yrs Exp. Operating at 3318 Brushy Creek Rd. 864-320-2359•Greer

More than hair care. Natural/ organic/ammonia-free color and products. Formaldehydefree keratin treatments. Aromatherapy consultations and personalized products. ION footbath detox. See ad, page 41.

OXYGEN HAIR STUDIO

Marla Rosenberg, Owner/Stylist 1018 S. Batesville Rd. 864-968-0200•Greer

Chicago and European trained. Certified master colorist. Hair design, hair care, and creative consultation specialist. Natural, organic, and European hair products available. Open Tuesday thru Saturday. Credit cards accepted. 10% off any service in January 2012 with display ad. See ad, page 57.

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Attention! Providers of Healthy & Green Products and Services: Natural Awakenings invites you to join our discount network focusing on natural health, well-being and a green lifestyle. As a Natural Awakenings Network Provider, You Can: • Expand your customer base and increase your income • Receive referrals from our Customer Service Center • Receive your client payment when you render service. Zero claims! • Be part of a network dedicated to promoting healthy and green lifestyles We are NOW building our Upstate South Carolina Provider Network. To become a NAN Provider, contact 864-248-4910 or email: Publisher@UpstateNA.com

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WISTERIA SALON AVEDA SPA 2 locations in Greenville 864-331-3333 www.WisteriaSalonSpa.com

We offer a full menu of salon and spa services supporting your personal lifestyle, inspiring personal growth and enhancing spiritual balance along the way. See ad, page 50.

The Wild Radish

Jody Harris & Gigi Perry 161 Verdin Rd. 864-297-1105•Greenville www.TheWildRadish.com

Vitamins and women’s products, goat’s milk and cheeses, raw juice and smoothie bar, Sami’s wheat/gluten-free products, Webb’s chicken sausages, Screamin’ Good Products, monthly healthy living classes. See ad, page 6.

HEALTH FOOD STORES ALL NATURAL HEALTH & BEAUTY CENTER

Bobby Caston, Preventive Health Consultant 101 College St. 864-963-2882•Simpsonville www.NaturalFarmacy.net

We offer health/wellness programs and natural products that are effective. We also carry many namebrand vitamins and supplements at affordable prices. Exclusively, we offer Oxy-Ionic Water, an alkaline ionized water that supports wellness in many specific ways. Free consultations. See ad, page 16.

Earth Fare − The Healthy Supermarket 3620 Pelham Rd. 864-527-4220•Greenville www.EarthFare.com

Earth Fare offers a fantastic selection of products including local organic produce, naturallyraised meats, seafood, supplements, natural beauty products, and an eat-in café, deli, and juice bar. Check out our event calendar for upcoming happenings.

GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE 27 S. Pleasantburg Dr. 864-242-4856•Greenville www.GarnersNaturalLife.com

We have all of the natural products that keep you and your family www.garnersnaturallife.com healthy all year long with a friendly, knowledgable staff. Check out our immune boosting vitamins, pet products, our extensive line of natural cosmetics, and much more. Stop in and start the new year healthy! See ad, page 4.

Market For Life

Margaret Griffin 2801 Wade Hampton Blvd, #15 864-268-9255•Taylors

Natural foods, bulk foods / herbs, nutritional supplements, homeopathic remedies, books, health and beauty aids, pet supplies. We specialize in customer service! Special orders welcome.

WHOLE FOODS MARKET 1140 Woodruff Rd. 864-335-2300•Greenville

www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/greenville

Imagine a farmers market, fresh produce, meats, a fish market, a gourmet shop, a European bakery, the corner grocery store, and eat-in café, all rolled into one. Monthly calendar of events. We want to be your neighborhood supermarket.

HOMESCHOOL – FINE ARTS ARTIOS ACADEMIES

864-420-5179•Serving the Upstate MYasi@ArtiosAcademies.com www.ArtiosAcademies.com

A quality fine arts option for homeschoolers designed to educate, equip and elevate students through a Biblicallybased fine arts program.

LAB TESTING ANY LAB TEST NOW

1140 Woodruff Rd. (next to Whole Foods Market) 864-329-0935•Greenville www.AnyLabTestNow.com

Over 1,000 tests available with no insurance or appointment necessary. Confidential and anonymous testing includes allergy, drug, and paternity testing. Cancer screen, B-12 shots, and many more. See ad, page 41.

ON CALL MEDICAL HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS 1740 Woodruff Rd. 864-458-9288•Greenville www.OnCallMedicalHS.com

Take control of your health with our comprehensive weight loss program. We offer wellness programs to detect early warning signs and avoid health problems including natural hormone replacement therapy. See ad, page 47.

LIFE COACH LIFE COACHING INSTITUTE

864-282-8989•Greenville Dianne@LifeCoachingInstitute.net www.LifeCoachingInstitute.net

Our neuropsychological approach, Insight Transformation, trains thoughts and emotions from the inside out for happiness and optimal outcomes in life, work, health and relationships. See ad, page 28.

HOSPICE CARE SOLARIS HOSPICE

129 Straight Dr. 864-225-3139•Anderson www.MySolarisHospiceSC.com

Care is our business. Using a holistic approach, our team helps patients and families embrace the natural changes during the final stages of life. Patient wishes are always the focus of our care. See ad, page 15.

IMMUNE SYSTEM HEALTH ULTRAVIOLET BLOOD TECHNOLOGIES

103 Regency Commons Dr. 864-434-0294•Greer www.UBTLife.com

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MASSAGE/BODYWORK EQUILIBRIUM ZEN GYM

Ingrid Harris - LMT #5866 2110 Augusta St (lower level) 864-430-3292•Greenville www.EquilibriumZenGym.com

Intuitive massage, massage cupping, face lifting and drainage with micro-cups. Cranial Touch, ionic foot detox, and paraffin wax. Manage your stress and pain, as well as rejuvenate your body with my services. See ad, page 48.

GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Melissa Vanostrand Hicks, LMT #3520 1901 Laurens Rd. 864-370-1140•Greenville www.GreenvilleNaturalHealth.com

Do you suffer from pain or stress? There are solutions. Massage is one of the best preventative modalities to help promote greater health and wellbeing. New clients, mention this ad and your 1st massage is only $35! See ad, page 27.

MIND, BODY & SPIRIT MASSAGE THERAPY

Kellyann Battista, LMBT #6131 425 N. Main St. Ste. C 864-356-5901•Simpsonville www.MindBodySpiritHealing.MassageTherapy.com

Looking to release muscle tightness? Stressed out or anxious? Stress doesn’t go away, it accumulates. Relief is just a phone call away! Your first onehour session is only $45. See ad, page 57.

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SYNERGY THERAPIES STRESS MANAGEMENT

Jan Meeks, LMT #6463, CBS 775 Senate Parkway 864-617-7225•Anderson

Reconnective Healing™, based on the work of Dr. Eric Pearl, works outside our three dimensional consciousness allowing the client to reconnect to their highest blueprint of potentiality. This brings about profound evolutionary healing and renewal on all levels - physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.

Dr. Mary Powers, Instructor 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr. 864-420-9839•Greenville www.QiWorksStudio.com

Rebuild your body’s balance, flexibility, strength, memory and health with Tai Chi and Qigong exercises. Classes in Qigong, Tai Chi 24, and for arthritis. Natural self-healing exercises. See ad, page 46.

MENTAl FITNEss QUICKWITZ

1-888-380-9535 www.QuickWitz.com

QuickWitz is a unique brain training program for the 55+ population. Using handson activities and games, QuickWitz will help you get sharp and stay sharp.

rEFlEXologY RTH THERAPEUTICS

Jim Prestin, Cert. Reflexologist, LMT #5532 (located@Bridge To Wellness) 607 NE Main St. Simpsonville 864-248-7004/864-963-4466

Are you seeking to relax, renew, rejuvenate or care for a recent or chronic condition? Reflexology can help you address these needs. With over 14 yrs. experience, Jim has helped many improve their well being through the soles of their feet. See ad, page 8.

rEIkI-HEAlINg TouCH SYNCHRONICITY, LLC

Wendy Van Duyne, RM BCIH 850-C Wade Hampton Blvd. Ste. 1-D 864-244-6778•Greenville www.SynchronicityHeals.com

Achieve wholeness of mind, body and spirit through Reiki and an integrative natural approach to wellness. Relax, rejuvenate and revive! See ad, page 32.

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THERMOGRAPHY CORE MEDICAL THERMOGRAPHY

BELL LIFESTYLE PRODUCTS 1-800-333-7995 ext. #2294 www.BellLifestyle.com

Formulated natural health supplements intended for pain control, urinary health, preventive illness, virility, stress relief, weight control and other common conditions. See ad, page 19.

Janet A. Krinke, CTT/Charla Bloomer, RN 864-423-6256 www.CoreMedicalThermography.com

Thermograms are viable for all ages, hisCOR OR E Medical Thermography tories, and even for �- Full Body  - Breast� women with breast implants. As part of a multimodal approach, 95% of cancers are detected early. See ad, page 33.

Infrared Thermal Imaging

VETERINARY CARE ALL ABOUT PETS

Jeanne Fowler, DVM 409 Old Buncombe Rd. 864-834-7334•Travelers Rest www.HolisticVetSC.com

Over 30 years experience offering holistic and conventional veterinary medicine, homeopathy, Chinese herbals, orthopedic manipulation, prolotherapy, cold laser therapy and pet boarding too.

UPSTATE HOME VETERINARY CARE

Teri Worl, DVM Upstate Home Veterinary Care 864-569-9220 www.UpstateHomeVet.com

We believe that pets are family and offer them loving care. Providing all your pets needs in every stage of life, in a comfortable, safe environment - their own home.

WOODRUFF RD. ANIMAL HOSPITAL Deborah Perzak, DVM 2709 Woodruff Rd. 864-234-5995•Simpsonville www.WoodruffRdAH.com

CUSTOM-MED PHARMACY John Holland, Pharm.D. 838 Powdersville Rd. Ste. D 864-855-2323•Easley

Vitamins and supplements compounded on-site. Professional grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Specializing in bio-identical hormone replacement and custom thyroid medication. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, pages 10.

APPLE A DAY AND BEYOND 864-239-0542 877-277-5357 www.AppleADayAndBeyond.com

Boost your energy, recharge your metabolism, and support your immune system with our mineral supplements. Up to 50% off Garden of Life products. Upstate orders receive next day delivery! See ad, page 29.

Brian & Sarah Davis, D.C. 1622 E. North St. Ste. 10 864-416-1136•Greenville

www.LifeLogicOnline.com We specialize in alternative management of symptoms from thyroid disorders, combining chiropractic, nutrition, supplementation, and laboratory testing to find the real cause of your health issues. See ad, page 28.

YOGA/PILATES IT’S YOGA! STUDIO™ INC.

Kristi Ried Barton, E-RYT, MAYT 1440 Pelham Rd. Ste. G 864-354-2882•Greenville www.ItsYogaStudio.com

Check our website for events, classes, retreats and workshops. Call for personal trainer sessions, therapeutic yoga, teacher training, life coaching and nutrition. Yoga Alliance School. See ad, page 49.

GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE 27 S. Pleasantburg Dr. 864-242-4856•Greenville www.GarnersNaturalLife.com

QI WORKS STUDIO, LLC

Charlee Duvall, Amrit Yoga Instructor, Certified National Yoga Alliance, M.Ed. 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr. Greenville 864-845-3438 or 864-420-9839 www.QiWorksStudio.com

Pranayama, Hatha, Kripalu blended. Rhythmic breathing rejuvenates body; physical postures tone/strengthen body; meditation releases mind/calms spirit. 3 days/wk. $10/class or $120 monthly unlimited. Preregistration required. See ad, page 46.

WHOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTER EQUILIBRIUM ZEN GYM

2110 Augusta St (lower level) 864-419-2596•Greenville www.EquilibriumZenGym.com

Bring balance to your life with the following services: Acupuncture, acutapping, cranial touch. massage, foot detox, medical Qigong, nutritional counseling, reflexology, paraffin wax treatment, and Reiki. See ad, page 48.

Our professionals offer you and your pet personalized care with the level of service and attention you deserve. Extended hours and convenient drop-off service available.

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS

LIFELOGIC HEALTH CENTER

WOMEN’S HEALTH CUSTOM-MED PHARMACY John Holland, Pharm.D. 838 Powdersville Rd. Ste. D 864-855-2323•Easley

Thyroid, peri-menopausal or menopausal issues? We specialize in custom compounding including bioidentical hormone replacement, and custom thyroid medication. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 10.

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YOGANIZE

2105 Old Spartanburg Rd. 864-325-6053•Greer www.Yoganize.com

Energize, revitalize, harmonize. A variety of all level classes Monday – Saturdays. $7-$12 per 1 1/2 hour class; specialized instruction. $99 monthly unlimited classes special. See ad, page 39.

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