October 2019 Upstate Natural Awakenings by Natural Awakenings Upstate

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HEALTHY

TEETH TALK

Natural Tips for Oral Health

LIVING

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PLANET

Spinal Asanas Solutions with Goats

Chiropractic Heals Unlikely Conditions

Yoga Gets Fuzzy and Fun

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Contents

12 METAL FREE

ZIRCONIA IMPLANTS Introduced by Palmer Distinctive Dentistry

14 MOUTH MATTERS

A Holistic Approach to Oral Health

16 RETHINKING OUR STUFF

Moving Toward a Circular Economy

18 SPINAL

SOLUTIONS

Chiropractic Care Yields Unexpected Results

24 ANIMAL ASANAS Goats on the Yoga Mat

26 ANDERSON

STORE PART OF SC INDUSTRIAL HEMP PIOLT PROGRAM

28 JENNY

ODELL ON

the Importance of Doing Nothing

DEPARTMENTS 7 news briefs 10 health briefs 11 global briefs 12 community

spotlight 16 green living 18 healing ways 20 plant based health section 4

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24 fit body 26 advanced cbd

story 28 wise words 30 calendar 31 classifieds 32 resource guide

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HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET

ctober’s issue brings readers an abundance of health news that underscores the importance of paying attention to the little things—like teeth and gums. Our feature, “Mouth Matters: A Holistic Approach to Oral Health,” delves into the mounting evidence that this “doorway to the body” can usher in heart issues, inflammatory response and even Alzheimer’s if not well maintained. Writer Ronica O’Hara details the growing body of less invasive and less toxic approaches to dental care. In the Upstate we’re fortunate to have a biological dentist who offers the services that are detailed in the article. Dr. Joe Palmer has been serving this region for several years and is one of the few providers of mercury-free dentistry in Greenville. We actually have a spotlight on Palmer Distinctive Dentistry in this issue on page 12. It outlines the benefits of zirconia implants versus the more familiar titanium implants. I’m sure you’ll find it an interesting read. In keeping with this inside-out, whole-body approach, writer Marlaina Donato offers insights into how one region of the body might affect a seemingly unrelated area in “Spinal Solutions: Chiropractic Care Yields Unexpected Results.” Thus, chiropractors can offer patients relief for a host of conditions, from asthma and digestion to headaches and temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ). Several advertisers in our magazine are chiropractors. In Greenville they include Dr. George Auger of Auger Family Chiropractic on Haywood Road; Dr. Roger Jaynes of Augusta Street Clinic on Augusta Street; and Dr. Yvette Edwards of Life Health & Wellness on Woodruff Road. Dixon Wellness & Chiropractic is located on Whitehall Road in Anderson, and St. John Family Chiropractic is on East A. Avenue in Easley. Since I became publisher of Natural Awakenings in 2014, I have learned a lot about chiropractic care. I have discovered how important it is to have regular adjustments. What I was unaware of earlier is the impact on other organs when your spinal column is out of alignment. Nerve impulses start in the brain and travel down the spine to the body’s organs and tissues. Subluxation is a misalignment of the vertebrae of the spine. This can interfere with the messages that the brain is sending to various areas of the body. Subluxation can cause tension and pressure to build, eventually resulting in pain and inflexibility, thereby reducing function. Spinal manipulation through regular adjustments by a chiropractor can help keep us healthy and flexible. It’s similar to a tune-up for your car. You can schedule regular appointments to maintain your vehicle and ensure good performance or you can wait until damage has occurred that may be irreparable. I choose the former option. Peace and Blessings,

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news briefs

New Practitioners Join Affordable Acupuncture

ffordable Acupuncture, in Simpsonville, recently hired two new practitioners. Susan Lorentzen, L.Ac., is a new acupuncturist in the office. Lorentzen’s education and experience in natural health and wellness started in 1994 when she completed massage therapy training. She earned her Master of Acupuncture degree from the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine in 2004 and was an instructor at the Daoist Traditions Acupuncture College in Asheville, North Carolina, for several years. Lindsay Culbert, CR, is the new reflexologist in the office. Culbert was certified in reflexology in 2017 and is also currently studying acupuncture at the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine in Boone, North Carolina. She specializes and is fully certified in foot reflexology. Join Joan Massey, L.Ac., in welcoming these two new practitioners to Affordable Acupuncture, The Healing Center. Affordable Acupuncture is located at 3100 Grandview Dr., The Healing Center, Simpsonville. For more information or to make an appointment, call 864-406-3800 or visit AffordableAcupunctureByJoan.com. See Community Resource Guide, page 32.

Wellness By Design Offers Free Stem Cell Therapy Workshop in Greenville

n November 1, at 10 a.m., the public is invited to join Wellness by Design (WBD) at their complimentary educational workshop on stem cell therapy. Tour their facilities and learn if you are a candidate for the therapy, which is completed in minutes, does not require hospitalization, has a quick recovery time, and works well for pain—especially of the knee, back, and shoulder. The procedure is performed by Dr. Connie Casebolt Carver, a 35-year board-certified M.D. and MPH who graduated from Loma Linda University, one of the top-ranked medical schools in the world. For those who have questions about stem cell therapy, or any other procedures performed by WBD, this is a great opportunity to ask them. “Effective stem cell therapy is the wave of the future for those in pain and out of options,” asserts Randy Carver, Dr. Connie’s husband and co-owner of the practice. “We have been endorsed by such well-known figures as Ellen DeGeneres, Jimmy Kimmel and Suzanne Somers, and locally by Sherí Taylor of Magic 98.9 and the team of Entercom Radio.” Randy continues, “The quality of the stem cells offered by WBD is as high as possible, and Connie pours her heart and soul into every procedure performed here.” He concludes, “We want Wellness by Design to be your road to better health.” Wellness by Design is located at 850 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Ste. 103, Greenville. Call for more information or to register call 864-558-0200, or register online at WellnessByDesign.Center/ events. Also visit us at Facebook.com/BeWellCarolina. See ad, page 17.

New President at Greenville Holistic Chamber of Commerce

he Greenville Holistic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) has announced a change in leadership of their local chapter from founding President Peggy Zielinski to incoming President Kathy Cassidy. After bringing the Holistic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) to Greenville and holding monthly meetings for the past year, Zielinski is stepping down to pursue her MBSR (mindfulness-based stress reduction) certification. Cassidy is passionate about connecting people to wellness, natural health modalities and options to improve their lives naturally. She has studied a variety of holistic modalities, energy medicine, and mind-body-spirit therapies and enjoys sharing information to help others. The HCC is also changing dates and locations for their meetings. The meetings will be held the third Tuesday of the month beginning October 15, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The location for the October meeting will be at Zen, 924 South Main Street in downtown Greenville’s west end. This will be a social for existing and potential new members to network and discuss the new additions they will contribute to make the group valuable to any holistic-minded person. Future meetings will be held either at Zen or The Whole Health Collective, 530 Howell Road, Suite 100, in Greenville. Membership is open to any holistic practitioner or holistic-minded person who wishes to network, grow the community of like-minded people, learn of new modalities and the wide array of practitioners in the area, and improve their business skills by learning from a variety of speakers. For more information, call 864-884-5646, email BeWellBeHappy8@gmail.com or visit HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com/Greenville or on Facebook. October 2019

news briefs

Cigna Presents 9th Palmetto Senior Expo in Spartanburg

he 9th Palmetto Senior Expo will be held on October 18 from 9 am. to 2 p.m. at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium. This event is presented and sponsored by Cigna with Piedmont Natural Gas as the supporting sponsor. Over 85 vendors will be at the event providing products, services and information to seniors. There will be plenty of seating to rest as you take your time to learn from the vendors. The expo is the longest running Senior Expo in Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina. The diverse vendors include holistic health, nutrition, exercise, rehabilitation, free phones for hearing impaired, rehabilitation, homecare, hospice, assisted living, veterans’ services, chiropractic, dental, legal (wills, medical POAs), eyewear, audiologists, government services, respite care funds, home improvement, bathroom remodeling, Charles Lea Center, AARP, Cancer Society, Alzheimer’s Association, major insurance carriers, and insurance agencies for Medicare and Medicaid. A special “Fun Zone” will feature exercise equipment, fitness programs, Parkinson’s and MS information, support groups and exercise programs. Also included are hormone replacement information, nutrition experts in areas of neuropathy, MS, autism and more. The expo is focused on whole-body wellness. Our aging population desires to age in place at home and find solutions to wholebody wellness. Attendees should be prepared and bring a list of questions for the vendors. The event is free to the public. The Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium is located at 385 N. Church St., Spartanburg. For more information about the expo and vendors, visit SrHelpSC.com or call 864-621-3211.

Outdoor Movie Night in Greer: Earthing Documentary

n Tuesday, October 8, Circulation Nation will be hosting an Outdoor Movie Night showing the documentary, “The Earthing Movie”. The public is invited to this complimentary screening. This new documentary explores the healing effects of standing barefoot on the earth, and features personal stories from notable devotees Mariel Hemingway and Amy Smart. Deepak Chopra, M.D., and earthing pioneer Clint Ober are also in the film. The movie reveals the scientific phenomenon of how we can heal our bodies by doing the simplest thing that a person can do… standing barefoot on the earth. The event will start at 5:30 p.m., and will take place in the parking lot behind Circulation Nation at 109-E Regency Commons Drive, at the Regency Commons Business Park in Greer. Before the 7pm showing, there will be a food truck and health and wellness vendors on hand. Please bring your own chairs and ground coverings. If there is interest, a Q&A session will follow. Please RSVP to help the food truck get a head count, but attendees may also bring their own food. Call 864-569-8631 for more information. 8

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Greenville’s Two Day Health & Lifestyle Festival: The Ness Fest

n October 19 and 20, Greenville Drive hosts The Nest Fest, a two-day health and lifestyle festival, showcasing all the resources and tools you need here in the Upstate to become the best version of yourself. The four “NESSes” are described on the website as: Wellness: Meet and Greet. Get to know the Upstate’s physicians, chiropractors, physical therapists and many more at one of our vendor booths or seminars. Natural Awakenings will have a booth so stop by and say “hi”! Goodness: For My Belly. There will be cooking demos happening every hour up on the goodNESS stage. Sign up to reserve your seat for some yummy bites. Fitness: Get Moving. With five different fitNESS stages, there’s no doubt that you’ll find something new to try and love. Classes are for all levels and ages. Bring the kids to get their sweat on with you. Wholeness: For the Soul. Dive in a little deeper. Jump into one of many wholeNESS discussions and intimate conversations that will get you focused on the mind and soul. Cost begins at $25/day general admission. Location: The Greenville Drive’s Fluor Field. 945 S. Main Street. For more info, email Connect@TheNessFest.com or visit TheNessFest.com. See ad, page 23.

Nancy St. John Now at St. John Family Chiropractic in Easley

r. Nancy St. John is currently seeing patients at St. John Family Chiropractic, in Easley. Dr. St. John explains, “I tried to retire after 42 years in practice, but I ‘failed retirement’ and am now in practice at the Easley location.” The office is open Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 8 a.m. to noon and 2 to 6 p.m.; Thursdays from 2 to 6 p.m.; Fridays from 8 to noon; and Saturdays, by appointment only, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

St. John Chiropractic is located at 3000 East A. Ave., Easley. For more information or to set up an appointment, call 864-855-1523 or email HSeasley@gmail.com. See ad, page 6.

The Whole Health Collective Hosts Holistic Happy Hour

he Holistic Happy Hour is held monthly on the second Thursday of each month at The Whole Health Collective. This month’s theme is Halloween. The topic is How to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse with natural health therapies. Dr. Dimple Joshi will be at the event to speak about integrative functional medicine. The happy hour will be on October 10 from 5 to 8 p.m. Perhaps your stressful life is making you feel like you are being chased by braineating zombies every single day, or you feel like a zombie just trying to make it through your day. The Whole Health Collective has 16 experienced natural health practitioners to get you back to feeling alive and more at ease in your body and throughout your day. Tickets are $5 and are available at Eventbrite.com. The price includes food and drinks with wine tasting and nonalcoholic cider. The Whole Health Collective is a group of natural health practitioners who share a vision and are committed to providing innovative and effective natural health treatments to our community. The Whole Health Collective is located at 530 Howell Rd., Ste.100, Greenville. For more information, call 864-387-0435, email TheWholeHealthCollective@gmail.com or visit TheWholeHealthCollective.com. See ad, page 13.

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Reduce Kids’ Risk of High Blood Pressure With Maternal Vitamin D Children born with low vitamin D levels have an approximately 60 percent higher risk of elevated systolic blood pressure between ages 6 and 18, reports a study of 775 Boston children published in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension. Those with persistently low levels of vitamin D through early childhood had double the risk of elevated systolic blood pressure between ages 3 and 18. Higher systolic numbers increase the risk of cardiovascular disease later in life. Because infants’ vitamin D levels are determined by the mothers’ levels during pregnancy, researchers suggest exploring an official recommendation for vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy. 10

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In a Brazilian study published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine, extracts of rosemary leaves and pomegranate peels, along with a South African herb known as misty plume bush, significantly reduced the ability of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria to grow and spread in the laboratory, a finding that may help develop new strategies against the superbug.

Up to 75 percent of women deal at some point with the itchiness, discharge and sexual discomfort and pain of vaginal yeast infections caused by Candida species, the most prevalent being Candida albicans. Egyptian laboratory researchers tested fennel oil and eight other plant-based essential oils on 19 Candida albicans strains that were resistant to the antifungal medication fluconazole. They found that the fennel oil had significant antifungal properties against the strains, outperforming chamomile, jojoba, nigella, fenugreek, cod liver, peppermint, clove and ginger oils. When combined with fluconazole, fennel was effective on seven strains, theoretically lowering the need for higher doses of the medication.

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Fight MRSA With Herbal Extracts

Try Fennel Oil to Fight Vaginal Yeast

Protect Kids From Bullying to Lower Risk of Teen Depression A three-decade study of 3,325 young people in Bristol, UK, found that kids that were bullied at age 10 had eight times the rate of depression in their teen years, and that it persisted for some into their adult years. Using detailed mood and feelings questionnaires and genetic information, researchers found that childhood bullying was strongly associated with depression. Bullied children had a greater risk of both limited depression occurrence and persistent depressive issues. Other risk factors found to be associated with depression in the children included anxiety and the mother’s postnatal depression.

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global briefs

Tiny Scrubbers

Nanoparticles Purify Water

Askwsar Hilonga, Ph.D., a chemical engineer and public health scientist in Tanzania, grew up dealing with waterborne diseases such as cholera that made him ill. According to the World Health Organization, he has used his scientific expertise and local knowledge to develop a purification system based on nanomaterials. While the filter is still under study, stations have been set up throughout Tanzania, mostly managed by women, to help those that otherwise would not have safe drinking water.

Fertile Fish

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Unexpected Aquatic Rebound

Overfished and struggling widow rockfish are returning to the Pacific coast. Legal protections since 2001 had made it illegal to take the fish commercially, and fisheries managers implemented “catch share” regulations as the fishing fleet dwindled from 400 to 50 trawlers. But the fish have made a faster comeback than expected. National Marine Fisheries Service biologist Jason Cope notes that scientists were surprised by how quickly some rockfish species can reproduce. “We thought it might take a century or so for them to rebuild themselves; it’s now taking maybe a decade.”

Superfund Success Story Toxic Site Now Welcomes Walkers

A wood-treating process for telephone poles that caused soil and groundwater contamination prompted the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to designate 47 acres in Bellingham, Washington, as a Superfund site in 1997. The cleanup, including removal of 28,000 tons of contaminated soil to a repository, reestablishment of a natural stream and restoring wetlands, is now complete, with walking and bicycling paths, newly planted native trees and wetland shrubs, and returning birdlife. The Oeser Company, which cooperated with the cleanup, has operated at the site since 1943 and continues to do so.

Runoff Results

Gulf Dead Zone Keeps Growing

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration estimates the algae-choked “dead zone” in the Gulf of Mexico near the mouth of the Mississippi River spanned 7,829 square miles this summer, roughly the size of Massachusetts and considerably above the 6,000-square-mile five-year average. The largest recorded Gulf dead zone to date was 8,776 square miles in 2017. Dead zones occur when algae sinks and decomposes, sucking oxygen from the water and making it impossible for marine life to exist, jeopardizing billions of dollars generated by commercial fishing in the area. The phenomenon is primarily attributed to chemical fertilizer runoff from Midwestern farms into the Mississippi, exacerbated by warming trends.

Mushrooming Problem

Climate Crisis May Promote Superbugs

A new analysis links climate change to the recent global rise of a multidrug-resistant fungal superbug, Candida auris. A decade after it was discovered in 2009, the superbug has popped up in many genetically distinct strains in more than 30 countries on three continents. Mystified, scientists say that fungal diseases are relatively uncommon in humans because of body temperature, but if they adapt to rising temperatures and aren’t easily treatable with medications, they could increasingly endanger human health on a global scale. “Global warming may lead to new fungal diseases that we don’t even know about right now,” warns Arturo Casadevall, lead author of the study published in mBio and chair of molecular microbiology and immunology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. October 2019

“poisonous substance, the second-most of all elements on earth and does not belong in the human body.”

community spotlight

Metal Free Zirconia Implants Introduced by Palmer Distinctive Dentistry

by Roberta Bolduc

almer Distinctive Dentistry, in Greenville, is a well-known holistic dental practice providing biocompatible, mercury-free dentistry which includes the removal of metal dental fillings. Dental amalgam, or “silver” fillings, have been used for over a century. Amalgam fillings contain a variety of metals all bound together with mercury. Mercury is known to leak from the fillings continuously—increasingly so when fillings warm up during chewing. Mercury is classified as a neurotoxin and has been removed from a number of household and consumer products. Dr. Joe Palmer, owner of Palmer Distinctive Dentistry, is passionate about the toxicity and harmful effects of mercury and other metals. On his website PalmerDMD. 12

com, Dr. Palmer reports that mercury is a “poisonous substance, the second-most of all elements on earth and does not belong in the human body.” Although amalgam fillings have been the subject of controversy for years, today even mainstream dental associations are still allowing dental mercury fillings to be placed. Dental implants are an additional service offered by Dr. Palmer. Implants— dental devices used to replace missing teeth—are commonplace today in the world of cosmetic dentistry. Since the 1960s, titanium implants have been the industry standard. Titanium is a type of metal that has been most often used in dental implants. Titanium has been used for decades, and

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has been used by surgeons for hip and knee replacements. However, titanium does contain metal. It is estimated that at least 10 percent of the population is hypersensitive to metal. According to some studies, this sensitivity may cause systematic issues in the body that create major problems to not only one’s oral health, but also bones, joints, skin and energy levels. Dr. Palmer has introduced an alternative to titanium dental implants in his practice—zirconia implants. Zirconia is a specific type of ceramic that lives very well within the human body. It is strong and white in color, with no grey line showing at the gum, and with proper care, can last a lifetime. Ceramic implants are gentle on the tissue, where metal implants can make tissue recede or become inflamed. Dr. Palmer uses several types of porcelain implants, ensuring that everything about the implant, from crown to root, contains no metal. He notes, “They are highly biocompatible, more aesthetically pleasing, and facilitate a quick and easy healing process.”

According to Dr. Palmer’s website, the term “implant surgery” may give the impression that getting implants is a complicated process. In reality, he says, most people can receive implants with very little discomfort, bruising or swelling. After the insertion of implants, the prosthetics will heal beneath the gum tissue for several months, usually three to six. Once implants have become firmly stabilized through osseointegration, they can be loaded with a crown, a bridge, or even a full denture appliance. Dr. Palmer notes that there are certain advantages to this procedure compared to conventional restorative care such as dentures. With implants, the stability necessary for comfortable chewing and biting exists. There is no risk that a restoration will slide out of place or rub against the gums like it can happen with dentures. When one or more teeth are replaced using implants, the need to alter healthy tooth structure is eliminated. The first step in the process begins with a consultation and diagnostic testing with the latest technology, including 3D ConeBeam imaging. “Whether you have lost a single tooth or want to replace an ill-fitting denture, dental implants are likely to exceed your expectations.” For more information and to learn more about implant dentistry, visit PalmerDMD. com or call 864-332-4113. For special savings on zirconia implants, see ad, page 3. Roberta Bolduc is the Publisher of and a writer for Upstate Natural Awakenings magazine.

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Mouth Matters A Holistic Approach to Oral Health T

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by Ronica O’Hara

he mouth is the doorway to the body,” so the saying goes, and today we know just how true that is. Years ago, the biannual trip to the dentist was typically a simple “drill-andfill” operation, with other health concerns not given a second glance. Now, emerging research shows that when we neglect basic oral care—even that annoying task of nightly or post-meal flossing—we endanger our heart, lungs, kidneys and even our brains by allowing the buildup of pernicious bacteria in our gums. In April, University of Louisville School of Dentistry researchers reported that the bacteria P. gingivalis, which flourishes in gum disease, was found in brain samples of deceased Alzheimer’s patients— and that inflammation, swelling and bleeding in gums can transport the bacteria from the mouth into the bloodstream simply through chewing or teeth-brushing. The study also linked the bacteria to rheumatoid arthritis and aspiration pneumonia. 14

Advanced gum disease also increases the risk of cancer by 24 percent, especially lung and colorectal cancers; quadruples the rate of kidney disease; and increases the risk of strokes, coronary artery disease, diabetes and pre-term births, other studies show. These findings have sobering implications for the nearly half of the American adults over age 30 and 70 percent of adults 65 and older with gum disease. “Science has proven that a healthy mouth is a healthy body,” says San Francisco holistic dentist Nammy Patel, author of Age With Style: Your Guide to a Youthful Smile & Healthy Living.

Body, Mind, Teeth

It’s part of the reason for the fresh interest in holistic dentistry, sometimes called biologic dentistry. “We look at the entire body, not just the mouth,” says Bernice Teplitsky, DDS, of Wrigleyville Dental, in Chicago, and president of the Holistic Dental Association (HDA), based in Coral Gables, Florida. Holistic dentists abstain from toxic

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materials, remove amalgam fillings, may be wary of root canals and focus on minimally invasive procedures—some of which may be high-tech and cutting-edge, such as lasers to clean teeth and gums, ozone therapy to slow the growth of infections and air abrasion to “sandblast” away small areas of tooth decay. Holistic dentists work closely with a wide range of other complementary practitioners. “We look at the underlying causes for gum disease and cavities: Is it your diet, or hormonal changes or acid reflux?” Patel explains. That may mean prescribing a head massage, acupuncture session, meditation lessons or dietary counseling. They may run blood tests for biocompatibility of materials and incorporate approaches from Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, herbology, homeopathy, iridology, craniosacral therapy and energy medicine. They will look for signs of sleep apnea and often treat it. However, with the added tests and consultations, they tend to be more expensive, with many procedures not covered by dental insurance. Their numbers are small: Only 391 of 199,000 American dentists belong to the HDA, or about one in 500. Yet the natural health movement that drives holistic dentistry is having an effect on the profession at large. Many dentists nationwide, pressured by patients and aided by new technology, are abandoning toxic and invasive options for less harmful methods. Controversial mercury amalgam fillings are being edged out by less toxic options like resin composites that match teeth color; the amount of mercury sold in the U.S. for dental amalgams fell by half between 2001 and 2013. Conventional dental X-rays, which in a Yale study published in the American Cancer Association journal Cancer were linked to non-cancerous brain tumors, are yielding to computerized digital X-rays with a fifth of the radiation: As many as two out of three dentists have switched over. And aided by computer imaging software and 3-D printers, dentists are fabricating new crowns, implants, bridges and dentures right in the office, instead of using what Austin, Texas, dentist David Frank calls “intrusive analog [gooey impressions] that left patients feeling claustrophobic, highly anxious and consistently worried about gagging.”

Dialogue With Dentists

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When visiting a dentist, whether holistic or not, it’s wise to be prepared with a natural health mindset. Some questions to ask are:

What are you filling the cavity with? Just say no to amalgam, a mixture

of heavy metals, of which about half is elemental mercury that slowly releases toxic vapors. Plus, “Heavy metals can leak into the enamel tubes of the teeth causing the teeth to appear gray or dark blue and making them brittle over time,” warns Los Angeles cosmetic dentist Rhonda Kalasho. Instead, ask for relatively nontoxic options such as porcelain or composite resins, which can be made of materials such as silica, ceramic, plastics and zirconium oxide. Some composite resins contain the endocrine disrupters Bis-GMA or BPA; for extra protection, ask for one that doesn’t, or ask the dentist to use a rubber dam to prevent swallowing it.

Should I have my amalgam fillings removed? Holistic dentists like Patel

give a strong yes. “The problem arises with mercury when you chew or brush your teeth. The abrasion creates heat and causes the mercury to off-gas. Those vapors get swallowed and go into your body, where they’re stored—and that creates significant health hazards—because we’re talking about a known poison,” she says. Other dentists disagree about removal, citing its risks: Holistic pioneer Dr. Andrew Weil, for example, writes that removing amalgam fillings is often unnecessary, costly and stressful, and recommends exchanging them for composite resin only when they break down.

Do I really need antibiotics? Oregon State University researchers found in a study this year of 90,000 patients that the antibiotics often prescribed by dentists as prevention against infection are unnecessary 81 percent of the time, and contribute to antibiotic resistance. Typically, patients didn’t have the precise cardiac conditions that warranted the extra caution.

Is a root canal the best option?

Some holistic dentists counsel against root canals, citing the risk of long-term health

problems caused by lingering bacteria, and advocate the use of herbs, laser therapy or extractions instead. “If root canals were done 20 to 30 years ago, it is definitely a problem, because there were not enough technological advances to clean out all the bacteria which could cause chronic health complications,” says Patel. “Nowadays, depending on the tooth root, canals can be 99.9 percent cleaned by lasers.”

Back to the Basics Considering the stakes, preventive care is all-important and there are many natural options to guarantee robust oral health. At the natural health store or drugstore, consider the following options:

Toothbrush: Electric toothbrushes re-

duced plaque 21 percent more and gingivitis 11 percent more after three months compared to manual toothbrushes, reported a review of 56 studies involving 5,068 participants. Those that rotate rather than brush back-and-forth clean slightly better.

Toothpaste: Study the labels and be

healthy gums. Another simple option is warm salt water, using one cup of water and one-half teaspoon of salt. A 2017 study by the Cochrane medical study organization found it is virtually as effective as the prescription antiseptic mouthwash chlorhexidine in reducing dental plaque and microbes.

Pulling: An ancient Ayurvedic remedy, this involves swishing a spoonful of organic coconut oil around the mouth and through the teeth for 10 to 20 minutes. The oil’s lauric acid, a natural antibacterial, has been found in studies to reduce plaque formation and fungal infections, as well as the strains of bacteria linked to bad breath and irritated gums. Taking care of our teeth and gums is simply worth the daily time and trouble to facilitate long-term health. “Your oral care should be taken just as seriously as watching your diet,” advises Kalasho. Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based natural health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@ gmail.com.

wary of the following ingredients: fluoride, sodium lauryl sulfate, triclosan and sodium hydroxide. These ingredients are a plus: baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), green tea, Eucalyptol, menthol, tea tree oil and vitamin D.

Flossing: Some smooth, slippery flosses

are coated with toxic, Teflon-like perfluorinated polymers linked to kidney and testicular cancer, ulcerative colitis and hormonal disruptions. A recent study found higher levels in women using those flosses. Instead, use the old-fashioned nylon kind or try out new flosses made of biodegradable silk or bamboo or those infused with antimicrobial tea tree oil. Or, consider a water flosser, which Canadian researchers found were 29 percent more effective at plaque removal than string floss.

Mouthwash: Mouthwashes containing

alcohol significantly raise the risk of throat cancer, Australian researchers found. Instead, opt for super-healthy green tea as a mouthwash, as well as a drink. Studies show that it protects teeth from erosion and promotes October 2019

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RETHINKING OUR STUFF Moving Toward a Circular Economy by Yvette Hammett

hen Yale researcher Reid Lifset began working on waste issues on a life cycle basis—from “cradle to grave”—it was mostly the world’s geeks and nerds that paid attention, he says. “Today, it’s called the ‘circular economy’ and it’s sexy. It wasn’t sexy back then.” While many still have never even

heard the term, the “circular economy” is all about rethinking the way we make stuff—designing products that can be reused and powering it all with renewable energy. It’s an alternative to the “make-useand-dispose” mentality of the traditional linear economy. “You are the circular economy when

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you buy pre-owned, second-hand objects, or rent or share the use of objects, or have broken objects repaired instead of buying new ones,” says Walter Stahel, author of The Circular Economy: A User’s Guide and a member of the European Union’s Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform. In other words, everyone that buys sustainable goods or services, takes public transport or gets a lawnmower fixed instead of buying a new one is a participant. There’s a global movement afoot to expand the circular economy in an effort to significantly cut the waste stream, reduce our carbon footprint and conserve resources. It began with the three R’s—reduce, recycle and reuse, says Lifset, a Research Scholar at the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies who edits the Journal of Industrial Ecology, which focuses on the environmental consequences of production and consumption. The emphasis has always been on recycling, but as that becomes more difficult due to saturation levels, the emphasis is shifting to the more comprehensive goals of a circular economy—or should be, says Stahel, an engineering professor at the University of Surrey. Tinia Pina, a program leader at NY Cares, joined the movement after observing the poor food choices her Harlem, New York, students were making and the amount of waste attached to them. She founded Re-Nuble, a small manufacturing operation in New York City, to transform food waste into fertilizer pellets that can be used in hydroponic farming. “There is a strong need to try to reduce the volume of waste,” Pina says. “There is also a strong need to produce sustainable—and, ideally, chemical-free— food and make it affordable for all.” She hopes to eventually replicate her process for creating fertilizer in other large cities across the country. Leasing is another classic example of how the circular economy might work, Lifset says. “If the entity that made [a product] ends up with it when it becomes waste, that company will handle it differently.” The company can instead design a product so that it remains in the economy instead of becoming part of the waste

stream, he notes. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation was established in the UK in 2010 to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. It offers numerous case studies, including a San Francisco effort called Cradle to Cradle Carpets for City Buildings. Last year, the city passed legislation requiring all departments to use carpeting containing no antimicrobials, fluorinated compounds or flame retardants. Both the carpet fibers and backing materials “must contain minimum amounts of recycled materials and ultimately be recyclable at end-of-use.” Most important: It must be Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver or better. The certification is a globally recognized standard for safer, more sustainable products made for the circular economy. Meantime, the European Union has embraced the circular economy as a boon to job creation and a way to significantly address climate change. By shifting to a circular economy, the European growth rate can be increased by an additional 0.6 percent a year and carbon dioxide emissions reduced by 48 percent by 2030, according to a 2017 report by McKinsey & Company. Just how much of the world’s industries must participate to meet these goals is yet to be determined. “That,” Stahel says, “is the billiondollar question.” Yvette C. Hammett is an environmental writer based in Valrico, Florida. She can be contacted at YvetteHammett28@hotmail.com.

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Spinal Solutions Chiropractic Care Yields Unexpected Results

by Marlaina Donato

hiropractors are often perceived as back pain specialists, but optimal chiropractic care treats the whole person from the inside-out, starting with the nervous system. This means practitioners can address many conditions that transcend typical expectations. The human spinal column sports 31 pairs of nerves, some corresponding

directly to digestive, reproductive and respiratory organs, which might explain why regular spinal adjustments and other chiropractic techniques can be helpful for seemingly unrelated conditions like asthma, chronic headaches, hormonal imbalances and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. A scientific review of 179 published

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papers focusing on various non-musculoskeletal conditions shows benefits of fullbody chiropractic treatment for asthma, infantile colic and cervical vertigo. Results are also promising for middle ear infections in children and pneumonia in seniors. Clinical evidence suggests the nervous system is a cohesive factor in achieving overall wellness. “In chiropractic and holistic philosophy, the body is considered a self-healing organism,” explains chiropractic physician and applied kinesiologist Marc Terebelo, of the Chiropractic Wellness Center, in Southfield, Michigan. “The nervous system controls the body, so issues in the toes or fingers may be caused by spinal issues in the neck and low back. Likewise, bladder and menstrual cycle problems can be caused by injury to the low back or pelvic regions.” William J. Lauretti, a New York Chiropractic College professor in Seneca Falls, concurs with the benefits of holistic treatment. “Chiropractors view the body as an integrated unit, and problems in one area might affect a seemingly unrelated area,” he says. “Most chiropractors have a wide variety of treatment approaches to offer, including advice on nutrition, lifestyle, stress management and exercise.”

Chiropractic and Digestion

It’s worth noting that the nerves that innervate important digestive anatomy—from the salivary glands to the stomach down through the intestinal tract—branch off the

Chiropractors view the body as an integrated unit, and problems in one area might affect a seemingly unrelated area. ~William Lauretti spinal cord at various levels of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. “This means that chiropractic adjustments given to [the] neck, mid-back, lower back and sacrum are important to optimal digestive function,” says chiropractor Sean Cailteux, of Exodus Health, in Shawnee, Kansas. In his practice, Lauretti has observed better digestion as a positive side effect to regular adjustments. “I’ve had a few patients over the years who reported improvement in digestive problems after chiropractic treatment of the mid- and low back. In some of those cases, the improvement was serendipitous, because the patient didn’t discuss their digestive symptoms initially, only after they noticed the improvement.”

Hope for Headaches and TMJ Dysfunction

Chronic tension headaches and migraines can become the norm for too many individuals, but chiropractic care—including spinal adjustments, nutrition advice and addressing emotional causes such as stress and anxiety—can be key in reducing pain and getting to the root of the problem. “Technically, only headaches with a list of very particular characteristics can be properly diagnosed as migraines,” Lauretti explains. “The cause of many cases of chronic, long-term headaches is often from poor function of the muscles and joints in the neck.” These types of headaches often respond well to treatment focused on restoring normal function to the neck, he says. TMJ disorders can cause painful and sometimes debilitating symptoms, including facial and tooth pain and locking of the jaw. Chiropractic treatments often provide reliable relief. “The TMJ is a very important joint in the body, with thousands of neuroreceptors. TMJ involvements can cause headaches, particularly around the ear or side of the head, vertigo, tinnitus and other hearing issues,” says Terebelo. Cailteux notes that aside from experiencing jaw pain and headaches, someone suffering from TMJ disorder may have difficulty chewing, and may experience an audible clicking of the jaw with movement. “Chiropractic adjustments can be particularly helpful, especially when delivered to the TM joint and the neck. Gentle, soft-tissue manipulation of the muscles and tendons of the jaw, specifically the masseter, temporalis and pterygoid muscles, is also a highly effective treatment.” For a true holistic approach and lasting success, Lauretti offers this advice: “Look for a doctor who is willing to work as part of your healthcare team and who’s willing to refer you for specialty care when appropriate.” Marlaina Donato is the author of several books, including Multidimensional Aromatherapy. She is also a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com. October 2019

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It is nice to see that even dedicated yogis are so open to it. ~Sharon Boustani

ANIMAL ASANAS Goats on the Yoga Mat

by Yvette Hammett

hen 50 to 60 strangers gather in a barn for their first goat yoga experience, it’s a bit awkward and there’s not much interaction—until the goats come in. “It is an immediate icebreaker, and the place suddenly fills with giggles and laughs,” says Sharon Boustani, whose family runs Gilbertsville Farmhouse, in South New Berlin, New York. There is just something about miniature goats walking around on people’s backs while they do yoga that immediately de-stresses people and makes them downright happy, she adds. It may be fun, but it’s also a form of serious therapy that’s taken off across the nation and around the globe in recent years. Yoga by itself is proven to help with stress and pain relief, better breathing, flexibility and cardiovascular health. Add goats to the mix and the benefits are compounded by the well-documented benefits of human and animal interaction. A number of studies, like 24

one published in June by the American Educational Research Association, have shown that spending time with animals can lower blood pressure and decrease levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Other studies from the fields of psychology, animal welfare, counseling and anthropology note that these interactions offer additional positive health impacts and can reduce loneliness, boost moods and increase feelings of social support. So combining adorable goats with a physically and spiritually beneficial yoga regimen just made sense to Lainey Morse, of Corvallis, Oregon, widely regarded as the mother of goat yoga. In 2015, Morse was diagnosed

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People say it’s the best day of their life. It’s something you kind of have to experience to know why it’s so popular. ~April Gould

with a disease and was going through a divorce. “I would go out to my barn or out in the field and just be around my goats,” she says. “I wondered why they didn’t use goats for therapy like they do with horses.” Goats, she says, have a sense of calm. “When you are around them, you take on that energy, and it’s hard to be stressed out and have anxiety. But they are also really funny animals. They make you laugh.” She started with goat happy hour at her farm, inviting friends she knew were going through issues of their own. “Everybody left happy,” she recalls. When she discussed it with a yogi friend, goat yoga was born. Morse now has 13 partnerships around the country where others teach the classes and she handles the business end. “For me, it’s still about nature and getting out in nature.” Morse says she’s not quite sure why it took off like lightning, but she guesses it’s just because many people love the interaction. April Gould and Sarah Williams run their Arizona Goat Yoga classes at the Welcome Home Ranch, in Gilbert, Arizona. It is now a major tourist destination for the state. “Three to four times a week, we walk about 150 people out into one of the pastures,” Gould says. A lot of visitors from out of state return every time they’re in the area, she adds. And many Arizona residents come once, and then bring back friends and family. “People say it’s the best day of their life. It’s something you kind of have to experience to know why it’s so popular,” says Gould. Those that are more experienced can make it as difficult as they want. “And some people just want to play with the goats.” For Bisk Education, an eLearning company based in Tampa, bringing goat yoga to its campus was a way to inspire and de-stress employees. “There is a way to integrate wellness into your corporate programs that makes you a differentiator,” says Chief People Officer Misty Brown. “When it comes to a perk, I want to make sure those investments are memorable. It gives Bisk the reputation as more of a progressive culture.” Boustani calls it an escape experience. “That’s primarily what it is. Yoga in

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general is kind of geared toward letting go of your everyday worries and trying to come to some peaceful or therapeutic state.” Introducing something so lighthearted to something that many people take so seriously, like yoga, is interesting to watch, Boustani says. “It is nice to see that even dedicated yogis are so open to it.” Yvette C. Hammett is an environmental writer based in Valrico, Florida. She can be contacted at YvetteHammett28@hotmail.com.

October 2019

Anderson Store Part of the SC Industrial Hemp Pilot Program A

dvanced CBD, a small family-owned and -operated retail CBD store in Anderson, South Carolina, has recently taken a big step. Matt Pirkle (husband of Dawn Pirkle, one of Advanced CBD’s owners) has partnered with Metts Organix and several other local entrepreneurs, as members of a company called 5Budz Farm, with the intent of becoming a certified organic farm—a process that takes a few years. As growers, the company works closely with the University of South Carolina and Clemson University’s agricultural program on maintaining all-natural farm practices. Metts Organix, who is providing the land, is a family farm in Greenwood, South Carolina, that participates in the state’s “SC Certified Grown” program. This is a label which is not related to organic crops, but rather to a cooperative venture with local farms sponsored by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) to brand and promote South Carolina products. Think “buy local/eat local”. Organic certification is a complex process. It requires three years of field history and heavy metal testing. Three years of glampi ng acco mmo d ati o n s aVa i l a b l e

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cover crops were planted before the hemp seeds went into the ground. “Trap crops” were used to draw away unwanted pests instead of using pesticides. Disease and pest prevention is accomplished through mechanical, physical, and biological means before there is justification to use a biological spray. The sprays used are required to be listed by the Organic Material Review Institute (OMRI), and are still subject to possible restrictions on how they are used. There are over 35 beehives located around the farm. As part of a USDA equipment cost-sharing program, Metts received funding for a CAP 138 (plan to transition to an organic farm) that aids in implementing beneficial insect habitats, pollinator habitats, cover crops, high tunnels, and other necessary infrastructure components. This is part of the process to develop organic growing methods. Metts’ plan is through the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association. While working on the process to become a certified organic farm, 5Budz Farm became part of the South Carolina Industrial Hemp Pilot Program. “This is our first year being a part of the program,” says Matt Pirkle. “It has allowed us to obtain a permit to grow hemp.” A goal of 5Budz Farm is to take the stress out of buying CBD products for the consumer by only carrying the leading and most reviewed brands in the industry. “We strive to grow quality cannabis plants (industrial hemp) that are high in CBD and near non-detectable THC levels,” he continues. “We will be marketing our product and making sure our hemp plants gets processed into the highest quality extract available anywhere,” adds Pirkle. “We plan on using the SC Botanicals for C02 extraction, which is considered to be the gold standard for a clean and pure product.” Advanced CBD is intent on supporting local businesses and is currently working with locally owned businesses that include The Sweetery Bakery and Kiss-A-Prince. “The Sweetery Bakery is located in Anderson and makes our infused full-spectrum hemp baked goods and candies. Kiss-A-Prince is a local South Carolina all-natural handmade artisan soap maker that makes many of our topicals and bath bombs using only the best ingredients.” The Pirkle family—Matt, wife Dawn, and sons Conner and Cody—are all involved with the production and sale of the other locally produced CBD products. Their plan is to supply Upstate

South Carolina CBD retail locations with their oil and products and to open a second CBD store on Johns Island by the first quarter of 2020. “Our future plan is to provide you with CBD products that will have been grown on a certified organic South Carolina farm using all natural practices, and cared for directly by our family, from seed to sale,” explains Pirkle. Advanced CBD invites the public to come in or call for a free consultation by a CBD specialist. Advanced CBD is located at 1662-A E. Greenville St., Anderson. For more information call 864-844-9898 or go to AdvancedCBDsc.com. See ad, page 22.

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are, and trust me, if you are happy from within, you are the most beautiful person, and your smile is your best asset. ~Ileana D’Cruz

October 2019

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Jenny Odell on the Importance of Doing Nothing

photo by Ryan Meyer

by Julie Peterson

enny Odell, a visual artist and writer based in Oakland, California, is known for her creative use of secondhand imagery from Google Maps, YouTube, Craigslist and other online sources. Her work has been exhibited locally and internationally, and was featured in Time LightBox, WIRED, The Economist and The Atlantic. Odell, who has been teaching internet art and digital design at Stanford University since 2013, says she is compelled by the ways in which attention (or lack thereof) leads to consequential shifts in perception. Her new book, How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy, proposes that we use our attention to rebel against the seductive pull of 24/7 availability and manipulation by algorithms. She tells us that redirecting our attention toward nature allows us to gradually remake our lives and forego the mentality that tells us that we must have a constant return on investment. True productivity, in the end, may very well be connected to our role in the environment and our understanding of happiness, and to make those connections, we must put our attention to doing nothing.

What is the “attention economy” and why do you believe it’s important to resist it?

The attention economy includes anything designed to capture and direct human attention. The entire history of advertising 28

has been about exploiting attention. But the attention economy takes on new dimensions with something like social media, whose notifications, pop-ups and design are aimed at keeping someone on a platform… [contributing] to a general feeling that one needs to be always on… participating… available. Someone who participates deeply in the attention economy is liable to be kept in a loop of anxiety, fear and shallow reaction. Ironically, this feeling drives them back toward the attention economy, creating an unhealthy spiral of attention that could be more meaningfully directed elsewhere.

What inspired you to rethink conventional wisdom about productivity, progress and the mentality that we must have a constant return on our investment—including how we spend our time and where we direct our attention? Right after the election, in late 2016, a warehouse fire in Oakland claimed the lives of many artists. I became aware of how difficult it was becoming to step away and process anything, not to mention mourn. I found that it was only by stepping away that I was able to ask questions about what it was I really wanted and how I could act meaningfully. Both social media and the cult of productivity are seductive, and when we’re caught up in them, we don’t question

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them. Understanding anything requires perspective and standing outside of it; productivity is no different. Temporarily ascending to a broader, removed view, you might find that you’re struggling in all the wrong ways, or in the wrong direction.

How is “doing nothing” different from meditation?

It certainly shares some of the same goals. But whereas certain forms of meditation emphasize physical stillness, “doing nothing” for me includes things like wandering and observing.

What is the relationship between our well-being and being unproductive for a part of each day?

When we’re caught up in the idea of productivity, we’re often not thinking about our own well-being. And yet, the “unproductive” part of one’s day is likely the one in which you remember to take care of yourself or even listen to the needs of your mind and body at all.

How do we go about challenging the forces that are disconnecting us from nature and each other?

I think the first step is simply a movement of attention. Addictive as social media may be, it is not difficult for me to move my attention from that to what is happening in physical space. Sometimes this leads to meeting other people; I’ve had great conversations with strangers when we were both peering up at the same tree, looking at the same bird.

What do you hope people will take away from the message of your book?

I hope it creates a space in which someone might begin to look at the ways they currently direct their attention and how they might want to change that. I also hope it helps people find each other. Rediscovering one’s bio-region or local history is a great way to meet others who might not exist within your social media bubble. Julie Peterson writes from rural Wisconsin. Reach her at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

Seven years without a cold?

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calendar of events TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1 Oktoberfest at 13 Stripes Brewery – Daily through Oct. 6. Tues-Thu 2-10pm; Fri-Sat noon-midnight; Sun noon-8pm. 13 Stripes Brewery is celebrating Oktoberfest with a full week of events happening at their Taylors Mill Taproom. 13 Stripes is offering 3 special German Beer releases, Oktoberfest themed Trivia Tuesday, German fare, live music all weekend, and Oktoberfest games with prizes, such as Brat eating contest and Stein holding competitions that are sponsored by Crossfit Taylors. Free admission. Visit 13 Stripes Breweries on Facebook.

mance education and creating high energy performances. Free. Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 2240 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville. 915-4496.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8 Outdoor Movie Night: The Earthing Movie – 5:30-9pm. Revealing the scientific phenomenon of healing our bodies by standing barefoot on the earth. 7pm showtime. Food truck, health & wellness vendors on hand before film. Bring chairs & blankets. If there’s interest, a Q&A session will follow. Please RSVP for food truck head count. Can bring own food. Regency Commons Business Park (back parking lot), 109 Regency Commons Dr., Greer. Linda 569-8631.

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Little Shop of Horrors – Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun through Oct 6. Little Shop of Horrors is the comedy rock musical audiences have been requesting for years. When meek floral assistant Seymour Krelbourn stumbles upon a “weird and exotic plant”, he names the peculiar perennial “Audrey II” after his beautiful co-worker, hoping to win her affection. But when the R&B singing carnivore promises him fame, fortune, and love, there’s one catch: keep the blood flowing! Featuring doo-wop and rock and roll style songs like, “Git It”, “Somewhere That’s Green” and “Suddenly Seymour”. Centre Stage - Professional Theatre, 501 River St., Greenville. $23.50-$36.50. 233-6733. CentreStage.org

Holistic Happy Hour – 5-8pm. Meet the Practitioners, hands on demonstrations, and informative talks. Enjoy wine tasting, healthy snacks and building a new community. Free services will be raffled off. $5. Buy tickets at Eventbrite.com. The Whole Health Collective, 530 Howell Rd., Ste. 100, Greenville. 387-0435. TheWholeHealthCollective.com

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 Evenings with Moon Reception, Exhibition – 6-8pm. Opening Reception; Exhibition runs daily through October 26, 10am-4pm. In Evenings with the Moon, Wendi contemplate the power of universal experiences to unify and find transcendence, engaging the moon as muse. Printed on vellum or Japanese kozo and gilded with precious metals, the subjects echo the luminosity of their celestial inspiration. SE Center for Photography, 116 E Broad St., Greenville. 605-7400.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 Center for Spiritual Living Greenville Launch Sunday – 9:30am Meditation, 10am Celebration. Join us for the first of three Launch Sundays this fall. Our Sunday Celebrations are imbued with practical spiritual principles, uplifting and engaging music, centering meditation and healing affirmative prayer. We meet at The Whole Health Collective, 530 Howell Rd, Ste 100, Greenville. Visit www. CSLGreenville.org, email GreenvilleCSL@gmail. com or call Rev. Marcia MacLean at 561-676-7997 for details. Love offering.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7 Live, Love, Sing – 6:30-9:30pm. Recurring weekly every Monday. Women who love to sing and who would like to learn about singing unaccompanied four-part harmony, performance, choreography, and showmanship skills are invited to join Vocal Matrix every Monday evening, a dynamic, award winning Sweet Adeline International Chorus dedicated to musical excellence and sharing the joy of a cappella four-part harmony. They are committed to perfor-

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 The Great Outdoors – 9am-5pm. Daily thru yearend. Explore The Great Outdoors at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate-Greenville! Engage in prompts and activities that encourage outdoor play and foster an appreciation for nature and conservation. Free with admission. The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, 300 College St., Greenville. 2337755. TCMupstate.org

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24 Greenville Swing – 7:30-11pm. Every Tuesday. Swing along, come alone or bring a friend. Free Lesson at 7:30 for $5 admission. Stay and dance until 11:00 in the cabin. If you love to swing dance or want to learn this is the place! $5. In the Cabin at McPherson Park, 100 E. Park Ave., Greenville. 417-9439. Facebook.com/GreenvilleSwing

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 Illuminate: the Psychic & Healing Arts Expo – 10am-6pm. thru Sun., Oct 27. Over 75 Readers, Healers, Vendors, All Readings only $20 each, Free Lectures & Seminars, Free Raffle & Parking. Alternative & Energy Healing Tools, Crystals, Art, Jewelry, Aura Photos, Great Food. $9/day; kids under 12 free. Blue Ridge College Conference Center, 49 East Campus Dr., Flat Rock , NC. 831-601-9005. TheIlluminateExpo.com. Positive Activism: Making a Difference without Losing Your Cool – 1-3pm. Treat yourself to a workshop where you can air your concerns about current events, learn about tools for taking constructive action and bring your best self to the collective consciousness of humanity. Center for Spiritual Living Greenville, at The Whole Health Collective, 530 Howell Rd, Ste 100, Greenville. Visit www. CSLGreenville.org, email GreenvilleCSL@gmail. com or call Rev. Marcia MacLean at 561-676-7997 for details. Love offering.

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Kauai Healing Retreat & Maui Adventure Retreat – Kauai Healing: Oct. 15-19. Experience vibrational healing with local healers, get lost in a Hula dance and walk on beach barefoot. Maui Adventure: Oct 20-24. Visit Ancient Hawaii, Road to Hana, waterfalls or the Seven Sacred Pools. Can combine. See News Brief this issue. For more info, call Makiko Fliss at 609-495-4229 or visit RaykiSchool.com/retreat-home/hawaii-2019/.

Ordination Workshop in the Order of Melchizedek – 1-5pm. This workshop explains the commitment of ordination, history of Melchizedek and legal ramifications to perform weddings, sacred rituals etc. Each priest is legally ordained under “Sanctuary of the Beloved” a non-denominational church in the US. $160. 5426 Asheville Hwy. / Hwy. 25 (I-26 Exit 44), Hendersonville, NC. 828-687-1193. CrystalVisionsBooks.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 The NESS Fest – 10am-5pm. through Sun., October 20. The NESS Fest is a two day health and lifestyle festival at Fluor Field showcasing all the resources and tools you need here in the Upstate to become the best version of yourself. Gen admission $25; Single day all-access $55; Two day all-access $85; Military, first responder, kids under 16 Free; Discounts available for teachers/ students. The Greenville Drive’s Fluor Field, 945 South Main St., Greenville. TheNessFest.com; @ thenessfest on Facebook and Instagram; Connect@ TheNessFest.com. Discover the Healing Power of Crystals and Gemstones – 1-3pm. Join Diane Wells, distinguished ToastMaster speaker and spiritual psychologist, to uncover earth’s healing power, the magic of crystals, gems and stones. Love offering. The Whole Health Collective, 530 Howell Rd., Ste. 100, Greenville. 387-0435. TheWholeHealthCollective.com

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monday Complimentary Posture Assessments – 10am5:30pm. Get a “reality check” on your posture with yoga therapist Joan Craig. You will see your posture in photos overlaid with a “digital plumb-line,” and learn the top priorities to improve your posture with mindful exercise. Free. Choose Joyful Health. Event held at Riverside Tennis Club, 435 Hammett Bridge Rd., Greer. Joan Craig: 561-5925. Joan@ChooseJoyfulHealth.com. Daily Intuitive Readers at Crystal Visions Bookstore – 11am-4pm. Intuitive readers are available daily Monday through Saturday; no appointment necessary. $40 cash/30 minutes. Crystal Visions, 5426 Asheville Hwy. / Hwy. 25 (I -26 Exit 44), Hendersonville, NC. 828-687-1193. CrystalVisionsBooks.com. Mindfulness Meditation – 5:30-6:30pm. Every Monday in October: 7, 14, 21, and 28. Gail Stephenson, certified mindfulness meditation teacher, will be teaching a series of classes on mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness meditation helps to calm the mind, lower the blood pressure and create a better outlook on life. Suggested donation of $10. The Whole Health Collective, 530 Howell Rd., Ste. 100, Greenville. 387-0435. TheWholeHealthCollective.com Foundations of Optimal Health & Healing – Every 1st Monday. 6-7:30pm. Learn the crucial basic foundations for health and healing. You will be exposed to the many misconceptions about health and how to avoid them. Free. Auger Family Chiropractic, 1315 Haywood Rd., Ste. 2, Greenville. 322-2828. AugerFamilyChiropractic.com. The Path to Optimal Health – Every 3rd Monday. 6-7:30pm. We will discuss nutrition, exercise, stress reduction, mental attitude, posture, sleep and the central nervous system that all make up the path to living a happier, healthier, more vibrant life. Free. Auger Family Chiropractic, 1315 Haywood Rd., Ste. 2, Greenville. 322-2828. AugerFamilyChiropractic.com. Meditation Monday – 6:30-7:30pm. Beginner to expert level, we come together to create a space bigger than the sum of its parts. Donations wel-

come. June Ellen Bradley, Zen, 924 S. Main St., Greenville.

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Greenville Zoo: Tell Me About It Tuesdays – 10:30am and 12:30pm. Do you have questions about the giraffes, orangutans or toucans? Representative of the Zoo’s Education Department will be at select exhibits answering any questions you might have. Open to the general public. Cost is zoo admission. Greenville Zoo, 150 Cleveland Park Dr, Greenville. GreenvilleZoo.com. Living in the Present with Laura Noone – 1pm. Improving mindfulness of staying in the moment instead of dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. This program is designed for people who have completed cancer treatment but can benefit anyone with past or present medical issues. Free. Cancer Association of Anderson, Event held at Life Choice, 100 Healthy Way, #1100, Anderson. To register: 222-3500. Beyond Limits: A 10 Week Course – 6-8:30pm. Every Tuesday, begining Sept. 17 though Nov. 12. Join Reverend Marcia MacLean in the discovery of what it means to truly live. Connect with the power and possibility within and discover your spiritual identity with a purpose that is unique to you. Weekly love offering, plus materials and registration fee of $65. The Whole Health Collective, 530 Howell Rd., Ste. 100, Greenville. 387-0435. TheWholeHealthCollective.com

wednesday Have You Had A Spiritual Experience? Greenville – 2:30pm. 2nd Wednesday of the month. Looking for a deeper understanding of who you are and your life’s purpose? We are an open spiritual community for people of all faiths to meet and discuss various spiritual topics and share our insights. Free. Barnes and Nobles coffee shop, Haywood Rd., Greenville. Contact: Beth (leave message): 346-3058. Meetup.com/Upstate- SpiritualExperiences-Group or Eck-SC.org. Wild for Reading: Wednesdays at Greenville Zoo – 2:30pm. Wiggle on over to the zoo with your little book worm! Starting this fall, the education department will celebrate reading with a new book and animal friend, followed by a live animal presentation. Cost is zoo admission. Greenville Zoo, Farmyard Exhibit, 150 Cleveland Park Dr, Greenville. GreenvilleZoo.com.

thursday Living in the Present with Laura Noone – 1pm. See details on Tue. 1pm listing. Cancer Association of Anderson. Cancer Association of Anderson.

classifieds and jobs WANTED: SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST. Part-time (3:30-6pm) available. Experience working w/children & adults. Email resume/references to BEACONteam@ BEACONslps.com. WANTED: OFFICE STAFF. PT/20-30 hrs. wkly, 9am-6pm. Min. 2 yrs. experience in medical & insurance billing req’d. Excellent communication & computer skills. Must be friendly, team player. Email resume & references to BEACONteam@BEACONslps.com. ROOM 4 RENT by hr./day/mo. Also, ORGANIC SPRAY TAN position available. Quiet massage salon, Mauldin. 864-987-9708. FREE 10 WEEK GRIEF SUPPORT CLASSES in Easley, Greenville and Spartanburg—Every Season! Sign up at HospiceGriefSupport.com or call Interim Hospice at 864-627-7049. WELLNESS CENTER IN GREER is looking for like-minded individuals interested in renting space for therapy, services, classes, or other forms of collaboration. We are presently looking for a few people to do community promotional work for wellness services. Therapists welcome! Contact Doug 864-884-5115. ESTABLISHED MASSAGE SCHOOL for sale. Will consider all options. Good location. Call 864-987-9708. DOWNTOWN CLEMSON’S BUTTERFLY ECO BEAUTY BAR opening soon. Now hiring not your average beauty professionals. Instagram @ButterflyEcoBeautyBar; email MyNaturalButterfly@yahoo.com. LOOKING FOR A VERY HEALTHY ADULT between the ages of 21 and 35, that has never taken antibiotics, was breastfed as a child and has excellent digestion and elimination, to be a fecal donor. The price for each donation I can pay is $25. Call 864-663-7033 TRADITIONAL YOGA / BREATHING / MEDITATION & LIFE COACHING. Private Individual or Group - On Site or Online - Progressive approach tailored to health goals. English, Portuguese, French, Spanish. aryataracenter@gmail.com. 864-906-1810. LICENSED NUTRITIONIST WANTED to work with holistic health group including M.D. and RN. Make your own hours and fees. Very reasonable rent.864-387-0435. TheWholeHealthCollective@gmail.com

Learning Safari: Thursdays at Greenville Zoo – 2:30pm. 1st and 3rd Thursdays. Would you like to get close to a snake? How about a Giant African Millipede? Maybe you would like to touch the teeth on a lion skull? Have you ever wondered what alligator skin feels like? Who knows what you might see! Cost is zoo admission. Greenville Zoo, Buck Mickel Education Building, 150 Cleveland Park Dr, Greenville. GreenvilleZoo.com.

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community resource guide ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE OF GREER Ruth Kyle, L.Ac. 106 Memorial Dr. 864-877-0111 •Greer

Great results with pain, migraines, frozen shoulder, sciatica, endometriosis, Meniere’s disease and stress. Specializes in orthopedic issues and more in a tranquil environment. Cupping offered to patients for $30/30 minutes. Call with questions or for an appointment.

AFFORDABLE ACUPUNCTURE Joan Massey, L.Ac. Hope Dennis, L.Ac, M. Ac., Dipl. Ac. 3100 Grandview Dr. 864-406-3800 • Simpsonville AffordableAcupunctureByJoan.com

We offer affordable communitystyle acupuncture. Specializing in pain management, aromatherapy, cold wave laser, Chinese herbs and detoxification techniques. Individual private sessions also available.

BIO-ENERGETIC TESTING AUGUSTA STREET CLINIC Dr. Roger Jaynes, DC, DNBHE 1521 Augusta St. 864-232-0082 • Greenville AugustaStClinic.com

We get to the root cause of your health issues using bio-energetic testing methods and incorporating German-manufactured homeopathic remedies and supplements, oxygen therapy and chiropractic care. 30+ years experience using integrative natural alternatives to modern medicine. See ad, page 5.

BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY LIVINGWELL INTEGRATIVE HEALTHCARE Clif Caldwell, MD Cheryl Middleton, PA-C Andrea Wininger, MD, FACOG 838 Powdersville Rd, Ste. G 864-850-9988 • Easley 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 25.

ADVANCED BODYWORK

HARMONY AND FUSION, LLC 220 N. Main St. 864-214-6720 • Greer HarmonyAndFusionLLC@gmail.com

A balanced approach to stressfree living. Advanced bodywork, reflexology, qigong, EMF solutions, stress elimination, environmental sensitivities, sleep disorders, autoimmune diseases, anxiety disorders, craniosacral therapy, pain relief. See ad, page 6.

AROMATHERAPY GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE 27 S. Pleasantburg Dr. 864-242-4856 • Greenville 1601 Woodruff Rd., Ste. A/B 864-603-5550 • Greenville GarnersNaturalLife.com

We have all of the natural products that keep you and your family healthy all year long with a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Check out our immune boosting vitamins, pet products, our extensive line of natural cosmetics and much more. Open 7 days a week for your convenience. See ad, back cover.

BOOKSTORES METAPHYSICAL BOOKSTORE & EVENT CENTER 5426 Asheville Hwy. 828-687-1193 • Hendersonville, NC CrystalVisionsBooks.com

New & Used Books, Crystals, Gemstones, Jewelry, Music, Incense, Candles, Tarot, Statuary, Intuitive Readers, Energy Workers, Event Space, Labyrinth. We buy books! Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

CHIROPRACTIC AUGER FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC 1315 Haywood Rd. 864-322-2828 • Greenville AugerChiro.com

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It’s not normal to live with neck/ back pain, headaches, IBS, allergies, ADHD, insomnia and more. Chiropractic care will get you back to normal. Call us now! See ad, page 4.

DIXON WELLNESS & CHIROPRACTIC 1500 Whitehall Road Anderson, SC 29625 864-226-0050

We offer Nutrition Response Testing (NRT)/Applied Kinesiology (AK) combined with Blood Report Analysis to determine which Whole Food Supplements best suits your individual profile. See ad, page 2

LIFE HEALTH & WELLNESS 1272 Woodruff Rd. 864-288-2136 • Greenville www.greenvillehealthwellness.com

We provide advanced spinal correction utilizing low force instrument adjusting. We also offer nutrition testing using muscle reflexes to measure your neurological reflexes and organ functions. See ad, page 27.

ST. JOHN FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Nancy St. John 300 East A. Avenue Easley • 864-855-5123

Pain relief through healing adjustments. We teach you the proper postural positions to follow in all your activities— walking, sleeping, sitting, standing, vacuuming, working at a computer, etc. See ad, page 5.

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY LIFE PHARMACY & WELLNESS Joe Blizzard, RPh, Ph.D. 406 W. Poinsett St. 864-879-2325 • Greer LifePharmacy.biz, Info@LifePharmacy.biz

We are a compounding pharmacy specializing in women’s health, CBD oil/cream treatments, nutritionals, organic skin care, and adrenal fatigue. Clinical solutions for health challenges. See ad, page 21.

COUNSELING MONIQUE GUFFEY, LPC, NCC, MS-CHT 530 Howell Rd., Ste. 100 843-368-6331 • Greenville CounselingForPositiveChange.com MoGuffeyLPC@gmail.com

Stuck? Tried everything? Let’s talk. Your story (yes, that one!). The good, the bad and the ugly. Get it out so you can start living again. Skype sessions available. See ad, page 2.

DENTISTRY PALMER DISTINCTIVE DENTISTRY Dr. Daniel Knause 134 Milestone Way 864-332-4822 • Greenville PalmerDMD.com

We practice biological dentistry and adhere to the highest standards of biocompatible dentistry as defined by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT). One visit-crowns, and ozone therapy; fluoride-free office since 1995. See ad, page 3.

PALMER DISTINCTIVE DENTISTRY Dr. Joe Palmer 134 Milestone Way 864-332-4822 • Greenville PalmerDMD.com

We practice biological dentistry and adhere to the highest standards of biocompatible dentistry as defined by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT). One visitcrowns, and ozone therapy; fluoride-free office since 1995. See ad, page 3.

EVENT CENTER METAPHYSICAL BOOKSTORE & EVENT CENTER 5426 Asheville Hwy. 828-687-1193 • Hendersonville, NC CrystalVisionsBooks.com

A beautiful setting for your event! Conference room includes 65 chairs. Private consultation room. Garden includes labyrinth, medicine wheel, pavilion. Brochure rack rental, snack bar.

FOOD AND DRINK KANGEN IONIZED WATER Joseph Heustess, Distributor 864-364-4913 WatershedSC.com WatershedSC@gmail.com

Drinking the right type of water may be the single most important piece in achieving and maintaining optimal health. See machines at WatershedSC.com and demonstration at KangenDemo.com. 0% financing.

HAIR SALON / SPA NANCY LEE’S HAIR ART Nancy L. Minix, MC, BS, RA – 20+yrs Exp. Operating in the Greer area 864-320-2359 • Greer

More than hair care. Natural/organic/ammonia-free color and products. Formaldehyde-free keratin treatments. Aromatherapy consultations and personalized products. ION footbath detox.

OXYGEN HAIR STUDIO Marla Rosenburg, Owner/Stylist 1018 S. Batesville Rd. 864-968-0200 • Greer

A healthier way to beauty. Natural, non-toxic, organic products / services. Chicago and European trained; 30 years experience. Certified master colorist; hair design, care, consultation specialist.

EARTH FARE THE HEALTHY SUPERMARKET 3620 Pelham Rd. 864-527-4220 • Greenville EarthFare.com

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

WHOLE FOODS MARKET 1140 Woodruff Rd. 864-335-2300 • Greenville WholeFoodsMarket.com/Stores/Greenville

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

HOLISTIC PHYSICIAN HEALTH AND WELLNESS ADVANCED CBD CLINIC & DISPENSARY LLC. Conner Pirkle 1662 E. Greenville Street, Suite A 864-844-9898 • Anderson AdvancedCBDsc.com Admin@AdvancedCBDsc.com

Wondering about CBD oil and its many benefits? Advanced CBD is a familyowned and -operated CBD clinic here to help answers all your questions. See ad, page 22.

HEALTH FOOD STORES BELUE FARMS NATURAL MARKET Harriett Belue, owner 3769 Parris Bridge Road 864-578-0446 • Boiling Springs BelueFarms.com Market@BelueFarms.com

Local and organic foods including fresh produce, grass-fed beef, pastured meats and eggs, wild-caught seafood, raw milk and cheese, gluten-free staples, wholesome snacks, Paleo/Whole 30 foods, wellness supplements, CBD hemp oil, custom baskets and gifts. See ad page 21.

GRACE INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE Melissa C. Overman, DO, MPH, CHES, FAOCOPM 101-P NE Main Street 864-546-5505 • Easley GraceMedStudio.com

Truly personalized care by a board-certified physician focusing on preventive and natural treatments for frustrating and chronic conditions. Your health goals are our goals. See ad, page 9.

HOLISTIC WELLNESS ENLIGHTEN WELLNESS Jennifer Smith, CHHP 880 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Ste. 4D EnlightenUpstate.com • Greenville

Individual consultations, comprehensive wellness programs and monthly workshops. Specializing in autoimmune and other chronic conditions by giving your body the tools it needs to heal itself naturally. Therapies include BrainTap entrainment, IonCleanse detoxification and Wellness Pro electrotherapy.

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INSIDE/OUT FITNESS & WELLNESS Shay Hewitt, RPH, PD 996 Batesville Rd., Greer 224 Feaster Rd., Greenville 864-608-9984 InsideOut.fitness

Our Wellness Center restores health from the inside out. Therapies include AmpCoil-PEMF therapy, ZytoScan, biofeedback analysis & therapy, infrared sauna, LED light therapy, and treatments for hormone imbalance, and pain and inflammation. See ad, page 19.

SYNERGISTIC NUTRITION Stephen Heuer; B.S. Nutripath 160 Dewey Rd. 864-895-6250 • Greer SynergisticUniverse.com Stephen@SynergisticUniverse.com

With diet and professional supplementation, I’ve helped people to restore health in all manner of conditions. Now offering Plasma light therapy sessions. Your first session can restore your energy and mood, alleviate pain and improve detoxification. See ad, page 17.

THE WHOLE HEALTH COLLECTIVE 12 Practitioners 530 Howell Rd., Ste. 100 864-387-0435 • Greenville TheWholeHealthCollective.com TheWholeHealthCollective@gmail.com

TWHC is a cohesive group of natural health practitioners who hold a shared vision of providing skilled, effective and affordable natural health treatments to our community. See ad, page 13.

INTEGRATIVE HEALTH AND WELLNESS WELLNESS BY DESIGN Dr. Connie Casebolt Carver 850 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Ste. 103 864-558-0200 • Greenville WellnessByDesign.center

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Family-owned integrative medical clinic, focusing on bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, stem cell therapy and more. See ad, page 17.

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MASSAGE / BODYWORK SALÚTEM ORGANIC MASSAGE Heather Coe Meuldijk, LMT, Esthetician 300 Randall St., Ste. F 864-630-6141 • Greer Salutem-om.MassageTherapy.com Salutem.Organic.Massage@gmail.com

Salutem Organic Massage strives to provide each client with the ethereal “dream” massage and skin services while also providing deep, therapeutic relief. See ad, page 27.

NATURAL CONNECTIONS JUNE ELLEN BRADLEY Whole Health Nation 828.899.2787 • Greenville WholeHealthNation.com

Join us for meditation (see Monday calendar listing), community events, plant medicine, art and movement. Visit website to choose one-on-one or pre-selected group activities; fall schedule offerings posted 9/19. Arrange for your experience in advance. Save the date: Next community conference, January 4, 2020.

PHOTOGRAPHY JONATHAN DOYEL PHOTOGRAPHY Upstate Photographer 864-449-7335 • Upstate JonathanDoyelPhotography.com JonathanDoyelPhotography@gmail.com

Weddings and engagement portrait sessions. Visit my website and schedule a consultation.

SPIRITUAL CENTER CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING GREENVILLE Rev. Marcia MacLean, Educator, Speaker, Coach, Officiant (Inside) The Whole Health Collective 530 Howell Rd, Ste. 100 561-676-7997 • Greenville CSLGreenville.org GreenvilleCSL@gmail.com

Providing spiritual tools for personal and global transformation. Offering classes, groups, workshops, special events and services. See the Calendar of Events. Spiritual life coaching by appointment. See ad, page 13.

THYROID HEALTH LIVINGWELL INTEGRATIVE HEALTHCARE Cheryl Middleton, PA-C 838 Powdersville Rd., Ste. G 864-850-9988 • Easley LivingWellHealthcare.com

Does your TSH look good, but you still feel terrible? At LivingWell we go beyond TSH and look at things like free T3, free T4, reverse T3 and thyroid antibodies. We also understand and treat Hashimoto’s. See ad, page 25.

VETERINARY CARE ALL ABOUT PETS Jeanne Fowler, DVM 409 Old Buncombe Rd. 864-834-7334 • Travelers Rest HolisticVetSC.com

Over 30 years experience offering holistic and conventional veterinary medicine, acupuncture, homeopathy, Chinese herbals, orthopedic manipulation, ozone therapy, prolo therapy, laser and stem cell therapy. Pet boarding.

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS BELUE FARMS NATURAL MARKET Harriett Belue, owner 3769 Parris Bridge Road 864-578-0446 • Boiling Springs BelueFarms.com Market@BelueFarms.com

Local and organic foods including fresh produce, grassfed beef, pastured meats and eggs, wild-caught seafood, raw milk and cheese, gluten-free staples, wholesome snacks, Paleo/Whole 30 foods, wellness supplements, CBD hemp oil, custom baskets and gifts. See ad page 21.

GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE 27 S. Pleasantburg Dr. 864-242-4856 • Greenville 1601 Woodruff Rd., Ste. A/B 864-603-5550 • Greenville GarnersNaturalLife.com

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WOMEN’S HEALTH LIVINGWELL INTEGRATIVE HEALTHCARE Andrea Wininger, MD, FACOG 838 Powdersville Rd, Ste. G 864-850-9988 • Easley LivingWellHealthcare.com

Dr. Wininger is a Board-certified, Ob/Gyn physician who is committed to an integrative healthcare approach to patient care. Her focus at LivingWell is to partner with patients in addressing their healthcare needs. She utilizes both her traditional medical background, as well as the best of alternative/holistic therapies to provide personalized patient care. See ad, page 25.

YOGA SOUTHERN OM 1140 Woodruff Rd. 864-329-1114 • Greenville 1116 South Main St. 864-520-8777 • Greenville SouthernOM.com

Two styles of hot yoga. Designed to stretch, tone and detoxify your body, mind and spirit. Voted 2017 Best of the Upstate.

Vermont Romance David Lloyd Glover The day 4-year-old David Lloyd Glover accompanied his dad to watch the Walt Disney animated film Fantasia on the big screen, his world changed. “I was overwhelmed by the remarkable imagery,” he recalls. “When my father told me it was all drawn and painted, I knew that’s what I wanted to do—and out came the paints.” The paints, and Glover’s abiding passion for them, remained with him through a successful career as a newspaper editorial illustrator and the founder and director of an award-winning advertising agency whose clients included Pepsi Cola, Yamaha, McDonald’s and the 1988 Winter Olympics. Upon leaving the ad industry, Glover returned to his first love: fine art. Describing his style as, “vivid impressionism,” Glover says his artistic influences are rooted in the masterworks of painters such as Renoir, Monet and Cézanne. His oils on canvas, which are collected worldwide, reflect the sensibilities of color and light that have made the paintings of Gaugin and van Gogh so magical and inspiring. Adept at capturing the atmosphere surrounding compositional elements, Glover creates a visceral connection with his viewers. “I want to bring out human emotions in my art,” he says. “I’m telling either a narrative or an emotional story using my artistic imagination, and I want viewers to feel a resonance and an impact.” View the artist’s portfolio at DavidLGlover.com. October 2019

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