September 2019 Natural Awakenings Upstate by Natural Awakenings Upstate

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HEALTHY

AgeDefying Asanas

How Yoga Keeps Us Young

Pet Peeve Natural Remedies for Allergies to Furry Friends

LIVING

HEALTHY

PLANET

Ayurvedic Cooking

Ways to Restore Health and Balance

TWHC

Brings Healing to the Next Level

Quarterly Natural Pet Issue

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Contents 11 SUSTAINABLE SCRUBBING

Tips for Toxin-Free House Cleaning

12 TWHC BRINGS HEALING TO THE NEXT LEVEL

13 PAWS PETS NEED HOMES, DONATIONS

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18 AGE-DEFYING

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BODYWORK

How to Turn Back the Clock

22 THE POWER OF YOGA

Tapping Into the Life Force

24 AYURVEDIC COOKING

Ancient System Restores Balance

28 PET PEEVE

Natural Remedies for Allergies to Furry Friends

DEPARTMENTS 7 news briefs 9 health briefs 11 eco tip 12 community spotlight 13 PAWS pets 22 fit body

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24 conscious

eating 28 natural pet 30 calendar 31 classifieds 32 resource guide

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HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET

s we breeze into fall after a busy summer it’s time to think about recharging our batteries. Writer Marlaina Donato offers a comprehensive guide to ward off inflammation and premature cell death in “Age-Defying Bodywork: How to Turn Back the Clock.” In this fascinating article she delves into how we can fortify the nervous system through massage, acupuncture and reflexology. At long last, even medical mainstream is embracing these natural health practices and recognizing they play a critical role in combating age-accelerating stress hormones like cortisol. We also celebrate National Yoga Month with Donato’s take on “The Power of Yoga: Tapping Into the Life Force.” Another potent stress-buster, yoga’s contribution to mindbody fitness is proving to be a reliable defense against age-related loss of mobility, cardiovascular disease and depression. The mind-body connection is also at the forefront of writer April Thompson’s “Ayurvedic Cooking: Ancient System Restores Balance.” Here, in one of the world’s oldest systems, food is medicine; the menu is seasonal and local; and timing and preparation are critical to rebalancing health. Thompson provides some easy and deliciously healthy recipes. As I write this letter, I have just sampled my own batch of Crunchy Chickpeas and they definitely deserve a thumbs up in the guilt-free snack foods category. As someone who sometimes struggles with insomnia, I can’t wait to try her Golden Milk recipe before bedtime. It’s interesting to reflect on the fact that these natural and rejuvenating health practices that require no prescription and were well known by our ancestors are now enjoying the medical recognition they deserve. Another area not to be overlooked in this Natural Pet Issue is the beneficial impact of holistic veterinary practices on our pets’ health. This is particularly true for aging pets. Dr. Jeanne Fowler operates a holistic veterinary practice, All About Pets, right here in Travelers Rest. Some of the services they offer include homeopathy, Chinese herbology, acupuncture/cold laser, ozone therapy and prolo therapy—a treatment for painful conditions like arthritis that stabilizes chronically weak and unstable joints. September is an issue to savor for both ourselves and our pets. Peace and Blessings,

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Auger Family Chiropractic Hosts Birthday Party

he chiropractic profession is 124 years old this year and Auger Family Chiropractic, in Greenville, is holding a celebration with a week-long birthday party, open to the public. Stop by their office on Monday, September 16, Tuesday, September 17 or Thursday, September 19, from 7 a.m. to noon or 2 to 5:30 p.m. Come by for a free cervical (neck) scan and print-out to determine your brain-body connection. Learn some fun facts about the history of chiropractic. Also, walk away with a door prize, popcorn or pickle, and fruit. Dr. George Auger and his team are committed to helping clients live a happier, healthier, more vibrant life through chiropractic care. Dr. Auger graduated from Sherman College of Chiropractic and has more than 25 years’ experience as a chiropractor in Greenville. Auger Family Chiropractic is located at 1315 Haywood Rd., Ste. 2 (ground level). For more information, call 864-322-2828, email CHood@AugerChiro.com or visit AugerFamilyChiropractic.com or Facebook.com/augerchiro. See ad, page 4.

Free Seminar at Life Health & Wellness

seminar on regenerative care with Dr. Yvette Edwards will be held at Life Health & Wellness at 6 p.m. Tuesday, September 10, and at noon Wednesday, September 18. The Greenville event is free to the public. Regenerative care has revolutionized treatment of chronic pain and inflammation in the knees, shoulders, elbows, hips, wrists and elsewhere. Dr. Edwards is a board-certified licensed chiropractor and owner of Life Health & Wellness. She uses a “whole person approach” to wellness, looking for underlying causes of any disturbance or disruption (which may or may not be causing symptoms at the time) and making whatever interventions and lifestyle adjustments would optimize the conditions for normal function. Using this unique approach, she is able to help patients accelerate and/or maintain their journey to good health. Seating is limited so the office is asking anyone interested to call and sign up. Life Health & Wellness is located inside Life Chiropractic Clinic, 1272 Woodruff Rd., Greenville. For more information, call 864-288-2136 or visit www.GreenvilleHealthWellness.com. See ad, page 27.

Upstate Natural Awakenings Launches New Community Website

pstate Natural Awakenings has unveiled a brandnew, comprehensive online hub for all things healthy and sustainable in the Upstate South Carolina area. Partnering with the Locable Publisher Network, a software company that works exclusively with local publications like Natural Awakenings, the new website has many exciting features for readers and advertisers alike. The enhanced online calendar will make it easy to share events and discover local happenings in the community. Business owners can list their natural health and eco-friendly products or services for visitors to discover in the new searchable directory. There are opportunities for advertisers to increase their online reach through a community sponsorship, featured event listings, display advertisements and more. Also, the articles and sections that readers have grown to love can be easily found and shared through the new website. For more information, visit UpstateNA.com. If you are interested in digital advertising opportunities with certain online placements available on a first-come, first-serve basis, call 864-248-4910 or email InquiryToNAU@UpstateNA.com. See ad, page 27.

Upstate Resident

Publishes Informative Book

pstate resident John Y. Kamin recently published With Liberty and Sickness for all…The Toxins in Our Food, our Environment and Our Minds. It is an in-depth look at toxic food additives and GMOs and their contribution to cancer and other diseases and disorders. His book, which is thoroughly referenced, is a culmination of over four years of research of scientific literature. Kamin’s book provides compelling evidence about the disturbing decline in the state of health of the American public. He attributes this to the failure of the healthcare industry and the greed of the chemical, biotech and food industries which have led the country in the direction of excessive consumption, addiction and sickness. Kamin also points a finger at the government agencies responsible for informing the public on matters of health for their role in aiding and abetting the promotion of unhealthy food products. With Liberty and Sickness for All shines a light on many of those misdeeds and provides some guidance in eliminating toxins from our lives, along with science-backed solutions to getting healthy. The book is available in trade paperback at several retail stores around the Greenville area, and at Amazon.com and other online booksellers. John Y. Kamin can be reached at JYKamin@gmail.com. September 2019

news briefs

Illuminate: The Psychic and Healing Arts Expo

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he Illuminate Expo will be held on the weekend of October 26 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days in Flat Rock, North Carolina. With over 75 exhibitors, the expo is a friendly platform for a variety of practitioners, spiritual organizations and consultants to share their arts and talents. Eclectic vendors will offer gifts, books, healing tools, crystals, jewelry, art, and more. There will be 40 professional intuitive and psychic readers along with many different types of energy healers offering their services for the same price of $20 per session. Each day, free lectures and seminars on a variety of topics will be included with the daily admission fee of $9. In addition, there will be healthy food for purchase, a free raffle and free parking. The focus of the Illuminate Expo is community, happiness, education, and creating space for a more positive future. The combined energy of all creates a container for healing, spiritual expansion, awareness, and inner guidance. All of the practitioners and vendors are of the highest caliber and curated with the intention of creating an atmosphere of lightness and respite from the stresses of today. This is the seventh Illuminate Expo, and each event brings something different and also familiar. The sense of connection and community with this event continues to grow each year. The Illuminate Expo will be held at the Blue Ridge College Conference Hall, 49 E. Campus Dr., Flat Rock, NC. For more information, visit TheIlluminateExpo.com or call 831-601-9005. See ad, page 20.

health briefs

Protecting Yourself From EMF Hazards by Doug Allen Electro-pollution and EMF stress have become a world-wide concern, and the U.S. population is finally beginning to notice. The rising concern regarding EMF waves’ impact on the human body has been the focus of many in these troubled times. According to statements by James S. Turner, Esq., Chairman of the Board, Citizens for Health we live in an invisible fog of EMF which thirty years of science, including over 2,000 peer reviewed studies, shows exposes us to serious health risks such as increased Alzheimer’s disease, breast cancer, Lou Gehrig disease, EMF immune system hypersensitivity and disruption of brain function and DNA. Rather than restating the concerns regarding technology and the use of electromagnetic radiation, it is perhaps even more vital to inform the individual about the implementation of protection against such threats. Our hope lies in what is known as the Shumann Resonance, the resonant frequency of our planet. It seems that once again, nature has provided us with protection against our own devices. Our Earth vibrates at a fairly constant rate of 7.83 hz., which corresponds to the Alpha state of our brains. This is the state that allows us the best ability to relax, as well as solve problems. It is also the brain frequency that is used most during healing. The Alpha frequency of the human brain is 7.5 – 12.5 hz. According to Subtle.Energy, Max Planck Institute professor R. Weaver conducted an experiment in which the Schumann Resonance was “found to restore or improve health in individuals living in an underground bunker (i.e., separated from the Earth-ionospheric resonance) and suffering from emotional distress and migraine headaches.” This effect is based on sympathetic resonance. Sympathetic resonance is a harmonic phenomenon in which a formerly passive string or vibratory body responds to external vibrations to which it has a harmonic similarity. The classic example is demonstrated with two similar tuning forks. When one of the tuning forks is struck, the other begins vibrating automatically via resonance. Certain types of oscillators can alter the environment through sympathetic resonance as well. This means that with the right kind of environmental stimulus, you can entrain standing waves not only in the brain but in the body as well. Whether you are exposed to power lines, WIFI devices, a cell phone, or any kind of EMF, a Schumann Resonance generator can greatly reduce a majority of the harmful effects on your body. Although opinions may vary concerning the dangers of ultra high frequencies, one thing that everyone seems to agree on is that we must protect ourselves. Douglas Allen is a Heilpraktiker who specializes in the elimination of electropollution and stress. He has studied EMFs for almost 30 years now and trained in Germany, with Dr. Wolfgang Ludwig, the worlds pioneer in EMF protection. For more information, call 864-884-5115. See ad, page 6. September 2019

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Try Maqui Berry for Dry Eyes Maqui, tiny black berries that grow wild in the rain forests of Chile and Argentina, are beloved by small birds. Now they are showing promise for computer-weary humans with dry eyes. In a recent study, Japanese researchers tested a standardized maqui berry extract on 74 people that suffered from dry eyes and eye fatigue that used computers, smartphones or video games for more than four hours a day. Half took 60 milligrams of the maqui berry extract and half took a placebo for four weeks. The maqui berry group showed significantly greater production of lacrimal fluid in both eyes compared to the placebo group, and also reported less eye fatigue and more relaxed shoulders.

Age is just a number. Life and aging are the greatest gifts that we could possibly ever have. ~Cicely Tyson

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Lower Anxiety to Ease Allergies People with generalized anxiety disorders affecting all aspects of life are more likely to have seasonal allergies triggered by grass or tree pollen and people with depression are more likely to suffer from chronic allergies triggered by such irritants as animal hair and dust mites, report German researchers at the Technical University of Munich. In the study of 1,782 people, they also found that food and drug allergies were unaffected by psychosocial disorders.

Be Wary of Dental Antibiotics Preventive antibiotics are frequently prescribed by dentists for older patients with certain heart conditions, but Oregon State University researchers recently found that those antibiotics, which can expose patients to unwelcome side effects, are unnecessary 81 percent of the time. Using four years of a healthcare claims database of almost 170,000 prescriptions involving more than 90,000 patients with an average age of 63, the research found that fewer than 21 percent should have been given antibiotics based on heart conditions. The findings are important because dentists are responsible for 10 percent of all antibiotic prescriptions written in the U.S., and overuse of antibiotics contributes to bacteria evolving to make the drugs ineffective.

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eco tip

Sustainable Scrubbing

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Tips for Toxin-Free House Cleaning

Cleaning the house shouldn’t be a health hazard, yet studies have linked many popular cleaning products to asthma and other respiratory ills, developmental problems in young children and breast cancer. The nonprofit Environmental Working Group (EWG. org) warns in its Guide to Healthy Cleaning that both toilet and oven cleaners and heavy-duty degreasers that contain hydrochloric acid, phosphoric acid, sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide or ethanolamine can cause skin burns, blindness and lung irritation. Products containing ammonia or chlorine bleach produce dangerous fumes when accidentally combined. Even air fresheners and scented cleaning or laundry products can trigger allergies, and often contain suspected endocrine disruptors such as phthalates and synthetic musk. EWG scientists have evaluated 2,500 cleaning products and posted the results online: Out of 507 allpurpose cleaners, only 59 earned an A for safety and 151 got an F. Other indicators of high eco-standards are a Green Seal or an EcoLogo certification symbol on the product’s container.

There are many good, safe and effective cleaning strategies that use natural ingredients.

ChasingGreen.org lists 23 ways to use baking soda in the kitchen, including cleaning grease stains, iron pots and baby bottles. For example, to clean both wooden and plastic cutting boards, use a paste made of one tablespoon each of baking soda, salt and warm water. Vinegar, which is nontoxic and antibacterial, is another natural go-to cleaner. An equal mix of distilled white vinegar and water in a spray bottle can clean windows, stovetops, countertops, porcelain and ceramic tile. TheSpruce.com lists ways to use vinegar to clean everything from crayon stains to mold and mildew, and suggests adding a drop of lavender or citrus essential oil if the smell is unpleasant. Treehugger.com cautions not to discard old, toxic products down the drain or in the trash, where they’ll end up poisoning the water supply or landfill soil. Instead, keep an eye out for local toxic and electronic recycling events.

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community spotlight

The Whole Health Collective Brings

Healing to the Next Level by Roberta Bolduc

fter 25 years as a clinical massage therapist, Theresa Wilkes has found her niche. Wilkes is the founder and owner of The Whole Health Collective (TWHC), a holistic health concept that brings together a team of practitioners offering a full range of natural health services. As more people experience less relief from chronic pain through traditional health care methods, such as prescription drugs and surgery, Wilkes declares, “Natural health has arrived.” Her dream of a treatment center where a full range of holistic health services could be accessed either individually or collectively became a reality when she founded TWHC in 2018. Wilkes owned the North Carolina School of Natural Healing in Asheville prior to relocating to Greenville in 2011. “Asheville was saturated with natural health services—I wanted to go where I was needed.” Wilkes points out that it has now been confirmed that stress causes inflammation and inflammation is the root cause of all disease. “Our stressed nervous systems contribute to the overproduction of inflammation. TWHC’s modalities consider and treat both systems for optimal health. We offer the latest innovative and evidence-based treatments and manual therapies in alignment with nature to facilitate the human body’s innate healing abilities”. The “collective” approach may begin with a 30 minute needs assessment by registered nurse and health coach, Terrie Kirkpatrick. Depending on the nature of the condition, Kirkpatrick may then consult with the team’s resident physician, Dr. Dimple Joshi. Dr. Joshi provides a variety of services including holistic health and functional medicine wellness programs, advanced laboratory test12

ing and holistic testing. A treatment plan is then suggested which might include sessions with one or more of the practitioners. This could take the form of a visit with one of their three chiropractors—Dr. Paul Hennicken, who practices the Activator Method chiropractic technique, Dr. Justin Griffin, a Network Spinal Analysis (NSA) chiropractor, or Dr. Donna Paulowsky, also a Network chiropractor and practitioner of the Torque Release Technique. A consultation with weight loss specialist and hypnotherapist, Amanda Holt, may be in order, or perhaps a session with orthope-

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dic massage therapist, Eric Eckelman. Wilkes, herself, manages Light Hand Clinical Massage within TWHC. “We are a team of highly experienced therapists who specialize in treating chronic pain, pre/ post surgery and injuries. We utilize deep lymphatic massage, CranioSacral Therapy, neuromuscular therapy, and many advanced clinical techniques. All the therapists have more than 10 years of experience.” The following additional health resources round out TWHC’s cadre of services. Certified Natural Health Practitioner Heidi Kurtz says her treatment approach is “to treat the root cause of health issues, rather than treat the symptoms” in order to bring the body back to its natural balance. Licensed Professional Counselor Mo Guffey is a certified, medical-support clinical hypnotherapist. Guffey encourages clients to “explore the blocks that are in your way, and use what you learn to get unstuck and get on with your life.” Naina Dewan practices The Alexander Technique, a method of neuromuscular somatic education that gently reduces habitual muscular tension and enhances body awareness, ease of movement, embodied presence, poise and performance. Thermography services are also available by appointment. Mark your calendar for September 12 when TWHC plans to introduce their collective approach to wellness through a complimentary Holistic Happy Hour that will be held on the second Thursday of each month from 5 to 8 p.m. Wine and healthy snacks will be provided. Guests will be invited to do a “speed dating” type of interview with the various practitioners. Future offerings at TWHC include a full schedule of classes on many natural health topics. Wilkes notes, “Natural health care has advanced in its technologies that bring the body back to wholeness without chemicals and surgery. We intend to represent the beginning of a new era in health care.” 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 8.

PAWS Pets Need Homes, Donations: September 2019 A

nderson County PAWS is an open-intake shelter that provided help to approximately 7,000 animals last year. Kim Sanders, their director and veterinarian, says the goal of PAWS is to find loving and wonderful homes for all of the animals that come into their care. Upstate Natural Awakenings would like to introduce you to a couple of their star residents. Hey there! My name is Margaret and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m looking for my forever home! I have been at PAWS for way too long and I am trying to find my people to love for the rest of my life. I enjoy walks and exploring but my all-time favorite activity is sun bathing! I know how to sit and I am still working on walking properly on the leash but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because I am just excited to get outside! Kongo is a big boy looking for his forever home! Kongo can be shy in his kennel, but once you get him outside, he turns into the happy 2 year old that he is. He loves to explore and smell everything. He walks really well on a leash and is just happy to spend time with you! Kongo has a big head on his shoulders and would do better meeting any potential male dog companions first, but he would enjoy having a female playmate! His best friend at the shelter is Margaret, they love to play together! Hours: M, T, Th, Fr, Sat, noon-6 p.m.; closed Wed and Sun. PAWS Shelter, 1320 Hwy. 29 S., Anderson (half a mile from Bypass 28). Visit PetAnGo.com/AndersonCountyPAWS to view animals available for adoption.

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September 2019

Age-Defying Bodywork How to Turn Back the Clock by Marlaina Donato

t has been said that stress kills, and it often can be a slow and premature process, leading to common but avoidable symptoms of decline: impaired memory, loss of mobility, fatigue and decreased libido. Good nutrition, getting enough sleep and staying active contribute to vitality; however, fortifying the nervous system is critical to combating age-accelerating stress hormones like cortisol. The key to keeping body and mind young may lie in the therapeutic modalities of bodywork, an umbrella term for up to 350 methods that include massage, energy work and meridian-based therapies like acupuncture, shiatsu and reflexology, which can improve quality of life and promote cellular integrity. Once considered a luxury confined to spas and private home sessions, bodywork is moving into the medical mainstream with reputable hospitals like the Memorial Sloan Ket-

tering Cancer Center, in New York City, which offers reiki sessions and instruction for patients and caregivers. According to a survey by the American Hospital Association, reiki and its close cousin Therapeutic Touch comprise one of three top complementary therapies in American hospitals, along with massage therapy and music. The Arthritis Foundation recommends massage for all types of arthritis and pain syndromes like fibromyalgia, as it can reduce discomfort and stress.

The Chemistry of Premature Aging Busy lives without enough downtime can set up the body to be in a chronic state of “fight-or-flight”, which compromises cardiovascular health, nutrient absorption, waste elimination and immunity. Thanks to groundbreaking researchers like Nobel

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and holistic practitioner Martha Garland, of CreativeSpirit Healing Arts, in Baltimore. “All of this that we carry in our bodies will make us feel much older than our years.” Through application of pressure on specific reflex zones on the feet, hands and ears, reflexologists like Garland can help promote the natural flow of bodily functions. “Reflexology, a modality that is separate from massage therapy, reduces the tension, stress and pain that we hold in our feet and in the rest of our body, which can promote longevity and better quality of life,” she says. Certified craniosacral therapist Margaret Connolly, of Narberth, Pennsylvania, agrees that mental or emotional strain plays a key role in the aging process. “During stress, the body is primed to resist or escape a threat, and in that situation, it’s not going to prioritize restorative activities,” she says. Craniosacral therapy (CST) focuses on the cerebrospinal fluid and the meninges surrounding the brain, spinal cord and related connective tissue, and helps the body drop out of excessive fightor-flight mode.

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laureate Elizabeth Blackburn, it is now understood that prolonged daily stress weakens DNA structures by shortening chromosome-protecting telomeres, a major component in premature cell death and the trigger of genetic, predisposed markers for disease. Studies by Dr. Owen Wolkowitz, of the University of California, San Francisco, demonstrate the link between shortened telomeres and insufficient response to free radicals, resulting in chronic inflammation, now believed to be the catalyst of most degenerative diseases. Psychological stress, according to research published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences by Sheldon Cohen of Carnegie Mellon University, in Pittsburgh, changes how the body regulates inflammatory response. “Stress and inflammation cause pain and disease,” says Certified Reflexologist

Pain, Serotonin and Substance P Bodywork and its ability to impact the chemistry of stress has far-reaching effects on most bodily systems. Studies in 2016 from the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami School of Medicine have shown that massage therapy helps to regulate hormones, boost immunity, improve attentiveness and ease the symptoms of depression. Licensed Massage Therapist Michele Duncan King, of Sea Spell Massage, in Cannon Beach, Oregon, knows firsthand how her work can assist in counteracting the energy-sapping effects of stress. “When the digestive system doesn’t go into the ‘rest-and-digest’ state via activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, it can affect muscles, joints, organs and hormones. This, along with elevated cortisol, can certainly make us function less optimally, making us feel older and less vibrant.” Traditional massage modalities such as Swedish, deep tissue, Thai and Lomi Lomi help reduce blood pressure, boost immunity by augmenting natural killer cells, decrease symptoms of depression and support the cardiovascular system. It can also assist lymphatic movement, which can prevent cold hands and feet and achiness. Massage also raises serotonin and dopamine levels, neurotransmitters that play vital roles in memory, mood regulation and immunity. Most significantly, higher serotonin levels are linked to lower levels of substance P, a neuropeptide that is central in pain perception. It soars during times of stress, anxiety and insufficient sleep, and has also been linked to tumor growth and inflammatory conditions.

body’s wisdom and follow its lead, we reduce stress and increase well-being.” While women are more apt to include bodywork sessions in their health care, men can be hesitant. Connolly encourages both women and men to experience CST and other modalities. “Sometimes men are a bit nervous about being touched, whether the practitioner is male or female. Even when open to hands-on therapy, some men believe extremely deep pressure is needed in order to be effective.” Not so, says Connolly, who cites the experience of

Mark Bertolini, CEO of the Aetna health insurance company, who credits CST with saving his life when he was contemplating suicide and suffering severe neuropathic pain from a skiing accident.

Menopause and Cognitive Function CST can also have an impact on women’s hormonal changes. “Very slight movement of tissues near the pituitary gland can exert a subtle pumping motion on the master gland in a way that will facilitate its

Multidimensional Well-Being Bodywork can assist the physical body, but it can also be a restorative balm for the emotions and psyche. “As human beings, touch is so important. Massage modalities invite safe, healing touch,” says Anita Bondi, licensed massage therapist and a founder of the Wellspring Holistic Center, in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. “A good therapist will also educate a client about other benefits of a more holistic lifestyle. I believe any time we give ourselves permission to listen to the September 2019

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ability to produce and release hormones,” explains Connolly. The therapy is sometimes used in conjunction with acupuncture, which also impacts hormones and works on the brain. A 2018 study by Chinese researchers published in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine shows neuronal improvement through acupuncture in both cognitively impaired patients and healthy individuals.

Tools for Life Most practitioners believe that deriving benefits from bodywork requires consistency, which can support longevity in unexpected ways. Garland says, “What really makes a difference in reducing chronic stress is consistent stress reduction. One session occasionally will feel good and reduce tension temporarily, but will not make a major difference in reducing stress in the long term.” King agrees: “A massage once a month is my recommendation for ideal overall maintenance, and more frequent sessions for specific conditions or goals.” Research and results confirm that well-being is not a luxury, but a necessity, and puts to rest the idea that bodywork is a guilty pleasure. “The more we do to help ourselves, the better our lives will be as we age,” says Bondi. Marlaina Donato is certified in massage and bodywork, and is the author of several books. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com. 20

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Yoga gives us powerful tools so we may age gracefully. ~Lisa Moore

The Power of Yoga

Tapping Into the Life Force

by Marlaina Donato

ongevity is something most of us strive for, and increasingly, research shows that implementing a consistent yoga practice can be a fruitful investment toward that goal. Yoga is an eight-branch system of well-being that encompasses exercise, meditation, conscious breathing, diet and other elements, but how it effects mind-body fitness alone is proving to be a reliable defense against age-related loss of mobility, cardiovascular disease and depression. Its stress-busting capabilities help to support challenged adrenal glands and lower elevated blood pressure. Getting on the mat can improve insulin sensitivity in diabetics and also help balance immune responses in individuals with autoimmune conditions or insufficient natural killer cells. Combined research from 22 studies by the University of Edinburgh reveals that yoga, compared to both sedentary lifestyles and other forms of exercise such as walking or chair aerobics, improved the lower-body strength and flexibility in individuals age 60 and older. The findings published earlier this year in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity also showed improved quality of sleep and fewer symptoms of depression.

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Fewer Health Risks, Stronger Bones

Yoga’s inverted poses increase blood circulation to vital organs, including the intestines, which facilitates assimilation of nutrients and waste elimination. Asanas like shoulder stand, bridge and downwardfacing dog stimulate blood flow from the lower extremities to the heart and fortify red blood cells by increasing hemoglobin, guarding against blood clots, stroke and heart attack. Yoga can also strengthen the bones. A 2016 study published in the International Journal of Yoga shows improved bone mineral density in women with postmenopausal osteoporosis. “Much like a house that sits empty or a car left to sit unused in a garage, our human parts can age and rot without movement. Movement creates more energy,” explains Nancy Poole, a teacher at Clarksburg Yoga and Wellness, in Clarksburg, Maryland. Joints lose flexibility as we age, but yoga movement provides them with essential oxygen, blood and nutrients. Lisa Moore, owner of Free to Be Yoga, in Great Falls, Montana, underscores, “A joint needs to move through its full range of motion to function well. Movement helps lubricate and cushion joints, provides nutrition and removes wastes.”

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Stretching Into Joy

A 2014 hatha yoga study published in the Journals of Gerontology revealed increased cognitive function in older adults after eight weeks of yoga three times a week. Yoga’s super power lies in its capacity to reset the autonomic nervous system and ramp up mood-boosting serotonin while decreasing monoamine oxidase, an enzyme that disarms the effects of stress hormones like cortisol. Under the influence of yoga, the brain is bathed in calming neurotransmitters, combatting depression and anxiety, and instilling a sense of optimism. “Yoga also helps us to embrace the hard times and ride the waves. With the tools that yoga provides, we can swim toward the light. It also helps us to experience a more intimate relationship with body and soul, and in turn make better choices in all aspects of life,” notes Carmen Ferreira, owner of the Sunshine Barre Studio, in Rocky Point, New York. Moore concurs, advising, “Yoga gives us powerful tools so we may age gracefully. One of them is to manage stress with equanimity.”

The Breath of Life

Conscious breathing is at the core of a dedicated yoga practice, and a lowered risk of cardiovascular and respiratory disease gives us another reason to inhale and exhale deeply. Poole observes, “Our general population does not breathe correctly, and many of us even hold our breath unconsciously. For my students, the hardest part of yoga is learning to take deep, full breaths. Old

breathing habits must be unlearned. Once attention is given to the breath, tensions can be released.” “Yoga improves lung capacity and brings more energy to the cells, which in turn creates more energy and life force in our bodies,” says Ferreira. “It helps us to live from the heart’s center and foster a better quality of life,” she adds. “Each time we show up on our mats, we show up for ourselves, an opportunity to nourish the body, our one and only temple.” Marlaina Donato is an author of several books and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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This marks the 10th anniversary of the designation by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. National Yoga Month was developed to raise awareness of yoga’s health benefits.

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Ayurvedic Prep Tips

Ayurvedic Cooking

Ancient System Restores Balance by April Thompson

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n Ayurveda, food is medicine,” says Susan Weis-Bohlen, the Reisterstown, Maryland, instructor and author of Ayurveda Beginner’s Guide: Essential Ayurvedic Principles and Practices to Balance and Heal Naturally. “How we feed ourselves is the first line of disease prevention and longevity.” First developed in India some 5,000 years ago, Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest medical systems. It works to rebalance mental and physical health in coordination with mind-body energy types called doshas. The primary ones—Vata, Pitta and Kapha—correlate to the five elements of space, air, fire, earth and water, and can fluctuate over time. An Ayurvedic diet can help address dosha imbalances and optimize health and well-being. New York City chef, restauranteur and author Divya Alter embraced Ayurveda while suffering from an autoimmune disorder that conventional medicine couldn’t cure. “Food was instrumental to my healing,” she says.

Eating in Season “Ayurveda is about living in harmony. Eating seasonally and locally, you not only get the most nourishment, but also rekindle your relationship to food and the environment,” says Nishita Shah, of The Ayurvedic Institute, in Albuquerque. 24

“In Ayurveda, we look to seasons to determine what to eat based on what is naturally available, like eating light juicy fruits in summer rather than the heavy root vegetables abundant in winter,” notes Weis-Bohlen. Spices and herbs have powerful healing properties that can be combined in different ways to balance doshas in tune with the seasons. “In winter, use warming spices like ginger, cinnamon or chilies, and

The Beginner’s Ayurvedic Kitchen

he rules of Ayurvedic cooking can seem overwhelming, but there are simple ways to start aligning our diet with its principles. “There is a profound knowledge behind Ayurvedic cooking, but the methods of preparation are easy; you don’t need to be a skilled chef,” says chef, restauranteur and author Divya Alter. “One portion of food should fit in your hands when cupped together,” says Nishita Shah, of The Ayurvedic Institute. “Any more is going above and beyond what the body needs and can handle.” “Energetic imbalances can fluctuate, so what you need now doesn’t have to be what you eat for the rest of your life,” says Alter. Shah uses color to guide her cooking, declaring a dish done when its greens are at peak vibrancy.

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Proper combination and selection of ingredients are a critical component of Ayurveda, according to Alter, author of What to Eat for How You Feel: The New Ayurvedic Kitchen. She says, “Well-prepared food is easy to digest and protects prana—the food’s living force or energy—so it can nourish and energize.” Ayurveda also focuses on the “six tastes” ideally present in every dish: sweet, sour, salty, astringent, bitter and pungent. “Western cuisine has a strong salty and sweet bias. Health issues arise from an imbalanced palate,” says Shah. Alter adjusts taste profiles according to the season and the individual’s dosha. “Bitter foods can be very cleansing and help eliminate winter sluggishness. More pungent foods are good in the spring, when the body may feel congested and heavy after winter,” she says. To address diners’ differing doshas at her restaurant, Divya’s Kitchen, Alter focuses on seasonal dishes that incorporate all six tastes. “By definition, these are tri-doshic foods which can balance all three dosha types.”

Alter stresses eating according to the strength of your digestion. “Someone with a fiery or strong digestion may need to eat heavier foods and more frequent meals.” Cooking with fresh, high-quality and ideally, organic ingredients is key. Food should be prepared soon after purchase and consumed soon after preparation to maximize flavors and nutrition. Ayurvedic cooking enhances natural flavors, while optimizing digestion, nutrient absorption and waste elimination. “How you experience food after a meal is just as important as how you feel while eating it. Deep frying, charring or cooking at high temperatures makes food hard to digest, overheats the liver and causes acidity,” says Alter.

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in summer, season with cooling spices like coriander and fennel, or fresh herbs like cilantro,” says Alter.

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Good tri-doshic foods include asparagus in spring, berries in summer and root vegetables in winter. “Cooked leafy greens can also be tri-doshic,” says Alter, adding that spices can tweak the natural dosha effect of a given food.

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Ancient Cooking for Modern Lifestyles Ayurveda’s rules of the kitchen—such as avoiding cold, raw, processed or microwaved foods, not combining fruits with other foods, and making lunch the heaviest meal of the day— can run counter to the typical Western diet, but with time, Ayurvedic cooking can become intuitive. Ayurvedic meals don’t need to be complicated or challenging to prepare. “A simple apple or plain rice can nourish us,” says Shah. One of Alter’s favorite recipes is an apple or pear stewed with cloves, prepared and eaten first thing in the morning to stimulate the digestive system. Plain almonds are another good protein snack, especially in aiding digestion when soaked and peeled, she advises. A “Buddha bowl” packed with colorful, sautéed vegetables, lentils and a grain like quinoa, barley or millet makes for a simple, nourishing, well-balanced meal, says Shah. “I try to add just enough spice to enhance the flavor, while still being able to taste the sweetness of a carrot or the bitterness of chard.” A cook’s mindset is as important as the meal itself, say Ayurvedic practitioners. Alter believes mindfulness while cooking and eating not only enhances our experience, but also our digestion. Ayurvedic cooking should be fun, ignite curiosity and taste great—not feel restrictive or lack flavor, says Shah. “Food should bring joy, and bring us back in tune with our bodies. Our bodies are smart and will tell us what they need.” April Thompson is a freelance writer in Washington, D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.

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Toss well to coat and spread on a baking sheet in a single layer. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.

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Remove from the oven, and use a spatula to turn the chickpeas over.

Crunchy Chickpeas

While Ayurveda does nor promote snacking, sometimes we just need a little something to peck on now and then. Crunchy garbanzo beans (chickpeas) make a satisfying and supremely healthy choice for Pitta and Kapha. As witnessed by the many packaged chickpea snacks now commonly seen in stores, chickpeas are popular, so make this snack for a quarter of the price. Customize the flavors to satisfy a personal dosha, and palate, by getting creative with the spices. Yields: 5 cup servings 2 cups precooked chickpeas or 2, 8-oz cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 tsp sea salt for Pitta or Himalayan salt for Kapha ½ tsp smoked paprika or ½ tsp ground cumin or ½ tsp garam masala powder (optional) 1 Tbsp sunflower or safflower oil (optional for crunchiness; no oil for Kapha) Spread the rinsed chickpeas on a baking sheet to dry, about 20 minutes. Preheat the oven to 450° F. In a mixing bowl, add the chickpeas; salt; paprika, cumin or garam masala (if using); and the oil (if using).

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Place back in the oven and roast for an additional 10 minutes or until the chickpeas are slightly browned. Roast a little longer, if desired, for crunchier chickpeas. Store the crunchy chickpeas in an airtight container. Do not refrigerate. These are great to sprinkle on salads and rice dishes. Don’t make more than can be eaten in three days. To cook dry chickpeas, soak overnight, drain and place into a large soup pot. Cover with water, at least double the amount of beans. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for at least 30 to 45 minutes. Check on the beans during cooking. When they are soft, they are done. Recipe courtesy of Ayurveda Beginner’s Guide: Essential Ayurvedic Principles and Practices to Balance and Heal Naturally, by Susan Weis-Bohlen.

Golden Milk

Vata, Pitta and Kapha pacifying Golden milk is an age-old recipe that nourishes the body on many levels. Turmeric helps reduce inflammation, ghee distributes the healing properties throughout the body and tryptophan in the milk will encourage sleep. It is calmative, restorative and delicious. Make this a vegan drink by substituting milk and ghee with almond oil and a dairy alternative such as almond milk, hemp milk or coconut milk made without zinc oxide. Yields: 1 serving 6 to 8 oz whole-fat goat’s milk for Kapha and Pitta or cow’s milk for Vata ½ tsp ghee ½ tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp ginger powder 1 pinch ground black pepper 1 pinch ground cinnamon 1 pinch ground nutmeg (to promote sleep) 1 small piece jaggery [sugar] (optional) Add all the ingredients to a small pot. Over medium-high heat, bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for a minute or two. Pour into a mug and drink before bed. To enjoy this drink during the day, leave out the nutmeg. Tip: If experiencing constipation, adding more ghee to the milk will help. Recipe courtesy of Ayurveda Beginner’s Guide: Essential Ayurvedic Principles and Practices to Balance and Heal Naturally, by Susan Weis-Bohlen.

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Integrative medicine is about broadening our medical options, blending both conventional medical and holistic approaches. It focuses on client education and participation in the healing process of their pet.

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bout 10 years ago, Kim Krouth’s dog, Buckeye, was suffering from severe allergy symptoms. The mixed-breed shepherd was licking and biting her paws until her toe pads were bleeding. “Our conventional vet prescribed steroids,” recalls Krouth. “It helped some, but also agitated Buckeye. When I found out that other side effects could include serious health problems, I didn’t want to put her at risk.” The Madison, Wisconsin, animal lover headed to a holistic pet supply store to ask about alternative treatments for the dog’s allergies. She learned about herbal remedies, and was advised to take Buckeye to a holistic veterinarian. “Treating her holistically seemed like a better option than the side effects of treatment with drugs,” she says. The holistic veterinarian recommended acupuncture. It helped, but the dog later became sensitive to the needles. At that point, she was given homeopathic plant-based treatments that worked well with no side effects. Buckeye, now 15, has also received laser light therapy and spinal manipulation to help with mobility in her senior years.

The Holistic Difference

Holistic veterinarians have been treating dogs, cats, chickens, livestock and exotic animals across the nation for some time, but many people aren’t entirely clear about how their approach—and their training— differs from a conventional vet. Both enter the profession after earning a doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) degree. 28

Holistic practitioners can then choose to train in a variety of modalities, including acupuncture, herbs and physical rehabilitation, plus trigger point, megavitamin and stem cell therapies. “Any method that is sufficiently different from conventional medicine requires extra training ... over a period of weeks, months or years,” says Nancy Scanlan, DVM, the executive director of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Foundation, in Mount Shasta, California. Veterinarians, holistic or not, typically do the same initial examination of an animal, she says. From there, a holistic vet may look at additional areas or assess things in a slightly different way. “For example, someone trained in veterinary osteopathy or veterinary chiropractic would explore the range of motion of joints or the spine.” In treatment, holistic DVMs use an integrative approach. The goal is to look at the animal as a whole and treat the underlying condition, rather than treating the symptoms. “Integrative medicine is about broadening our medical options, blending both conventional medical and holistic approaches. It focuses on client education and participation in the healing process of their pet,” says Danielle Becton, DVM, of Aloha Pet & Bird Hospital, in Indian Harbour Beach, Florida.

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Holistic veterinarians may also choose to use fewer conventional drugs and limited vaccinations. “Vaccine titers can be used to determine if a patient has adequate antibodies to a disease to create immunity,” says Becton. “If a pet is already immune, they may not need another vaccine booster that year.” Becton and Scanlan agree that alternative treatments such as acupuncture, laser therapy or massage can be used in lieu of drugs for pain management. However, Scanlan does note that in an acute or emergency situation, many natural methods do not work fast enough, “and that is when holistic veterinarians are more likely to use drugs.”

Choosing a Holistic Veterinarian

Pet owners seek out holistic veterinarians for different reasons. In Krouth’s case, it was the unacceptable side effects to drugs that led her to explore other options. Becton points out that she gets clients looking for a more natural approach for their pets after they personally have had success with human integrative medicine. However, it’s important that pets are treated by professionals that are trained to treat animals. People with holistic training for humans may not understand animal anatomy or physiology. Ultimately, choosing a veterinarian is a personal decision, and seeing a beloved pet thrive is the best confirmation that it was the right one. “We are so glad that we still have Buckeye at this golden age, and believe it’s due to holistic care that she has lived a comfortable, long life,” says Krouth. Julie Peterson lives in rural Wisconsin with her husband, dogs and chickens. She has contributed to Natural Awakenings for more than a decade. Contact her at JPtrsn22@att.net.

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individual, which needs to be strengthened and balanced to return to health and harmony.” She is cautious in using drugs to treat symptoms and notes that sometimes “drugs only suppress the symptoms while the underlying disease continues to worsen.” She still uses conventional medicine and finds it “wonderful for treating acute emergencies, for repair of mechanical defects (e.g., fractures), and for most bacterial infections.” The holistic services provided include homeopathy, Chinese herbology, acupunc-

ture/cold laser, ozone therapy and prolo therapy--a treatment for painful conditions like arthritis that stabilizes chronically weak and unstable joints caused by an injury to the supporting ligaments. Nutrition is seen as an important component of a healthy diet, and Dr. Fowler notes that a sure way to create food allergies is to feed one recipe over a long period without variation. In summary, Dr. Fowler’s view is that “Holistic medicine works great for chronic degenerative diseases, chronic pain, immunodeficiency, allergic conditions and behavior problems. In most cases, this is a slow process that can have ups and downs before the patient’s condition will return to balance. But it is worth the journey.” For more information visit HolisticVetsSC. com, or call 864-834-7334. See ad, page 29.

r. Jeanne Fowler and her veterinary practice, All About Pets, is well known in upstate South Carolina as the place to find holistic health services for your pet. As well as holding a degree in Zoology, Dr. Fowler is certified in acupuncture, in veterinary orthopedic manipulation and in Chinese herbal medicine. She also attended the Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy in 1997. According to Dr. Fowler’s website, in holistic medicine “Disease is seen as a disruption of the energetic flow of the

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calendar of events FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 Essential Oils: A Make and Take Event – 6:307:30pm. This class will show you how to make allnatural personal hygiene and household products, and will give you the chance to make your own to take home. $5.00 admission plus $5 per item. The Whole Health Collective, 530 Howell Rd., Ste. 100, Greenville. 387-0435. TheWholeHealthCollective.com

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Beyond Limits 1: Practical Spirituality for Everyday Living – 6-8:30pm. Let your life soar beyond limits with powerful, practical tools to access the infinite possibilities within you. First of ten weeks that will transform your life. Center for Spiritual Living Greenville, at The Whole Health Collective, 530 Howell Rd, Ste 100, Greenville, SC. Register at CSLGreenville.org or call Rev. Marcia MacLean at 561-676-7997. Open registration for first two weeks. Come see if it’s right for you! Love Offering plus materials.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

Access Consciousness Bars Workshop with Bettye Dorn – 10am-6pm. Become a certified Access Bars practitioner! Running bars is like the delete button on your computer. Thoughts, feelings, and emotions that keep you stuck repeating the same patterns are released. Learn how today! $350 Investment; $175 repeat students. Crystal Visions, 5426 Asheville Hwy. / Hwy. 25 (I-26 Exit 44), Hendersonville, NC. 828-606-0115. eytteb@gmail.com.

Paint Your Stress Away (canvas & supplies included) – 6-7:30pm. The area of the brain responsible for processing emotions is also the area that processes imagery & sensory input. We’ll use art to activate sensory responses and generate imagery that is directly connected to emotions. You keep your creation. $15. 530 Howell Rd., Ste. 100, Greenville. 387-0435. TheWholeHealthCollective.com

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Community Acupuncture with Reiki – 4-8pm. Community style acupuncture is a great way to experience acupuncture for the first time, or to receive semi-regular treatments on a budget. Reiki while resting with needles, optional. Acupuncture Sliding Fee Scale $1-$50; Reiki $15. Upper Cervical Spine Center, 40 Saint Mark Road, Taylors. Tya Eachus, RMT: 828-387-6041, Angela Mentink-Clark, LAc, Dipl, OM, ABT: 715-222 -1515.

Calling All Empaths! – 2pm. In this meeting we will discuss the types of empath, as well as how to protect yourself from picking up others’ emotions, anxiety, etc. We will also discuss narcissists and other energy vampire types empaths tend to attract. This meeting is free to attend, but donations are appreciated. Event held at 1508 Pelham Rd., Greenville. UpstateHealer@gmail.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Holistic Happy Hour – 6-7:30pm. Come tour our office, get demonstrations of some of our different methods of healing and have a glass of wine and relax. $5. 530 Howell Rd., Ste. 100, Greenville. 387-0435. TheWholeHealthCollective.com

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 The Alexander Technique – 2-3pm. The Alexander Technique is a method of neuromuscular somatic education that gently reduces habitual muscular tension and enhances body awareness, ease of movement, embodied presence, poise and performance. $10. 530 Howell Rd., Ste. 100, Greenville. 387-0435. TheWholeHealthCollective.com

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Cosmetology Continuing Education Classes – Calling all estheticians and cosmetologists: Tranquility Association for Beauty Artists will be holding South Carolina Board of Cosmetology approved Continuing Education classes. $65/class. The Venue, Locust Hill Rd., Greer. Please contact SallyAnn McGlade at 864-434-3017 to reserve your seat.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Community Acupuncture with Reiki – 4-8pm. Community style acupuncture is a great way to experience acupuncture for the first time, or to receive semi-regular treatments on a budget. Reiki while resting with needles, optional. Acupuncture Sliding Fee Scale $1-$50; Reiki $15. Upstate Specific Chiropractic, 708 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville. Tya Eachus, RMT: 828-387-6041, Angela MentinkClark, LAc, Dipl, OM, ABT: 715-222-1515. Beyond Limits 2: Practical Spirituality for Everyday Living – 6-8:30pm. Let your life soar beyond limits with powerful, practical tools to access the infinite possibilities within you. Second of ten weeks that will transform your life. Center for Spiritual Living Greenville, at The Whole Health Collective, 530 Howell Rd, Ste 100, Greenville, SC. Register at CSLGreenville.org or call Rev. Marcia MacLean at 561-676-7997. Open registration for first two weeks. Come see if it’s right for you! Love Offering plus materials.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Weave The Web: Intuitive Arts Festival – 11am5pm. Meet Creative Artisans, Energy Healers, Massage Therapists, Aura Photography, and Intuitive Readers, as we gather together and network and WEAVE THE WEB of our community! Enjoy our beautiful garden, have lunch with friends! Raffle Prizes! Free Admission; Individual rates apply. 5426 Asheville Hwy. / Hwy. 25 (I-26 Exit 44), Hendersonville, NC. 828-687-1193. CrystalVisionsBooks.com. The Alexander Technique – 2-3pm. See Sat., September 14. The Whole Health Collective.

plan ahead TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15 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, June issue. For more info, call Makiko Fliss at 609-495-4229 or visit RaykiSchool.com/retreat-home/hawaii-2019/.

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.

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tuesday 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.

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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.

Free Posture & Balance Assessments – 10am5:30pm. Begins 9/9. Get a reality check on your posture and balance with a complimentary assessment. Book online with certified yoga therapist and functional movement specialist Joan Craig. Free. Event held at Riverside Tennis Club, 435 Hammett Bridge Rd., Greer. Joan Craig: 5615925. ChooseJoyfulHealth.com. Joan@ ChooseJoyfulHealth.com.

Beyond Limits: A 10 Week Course — 6-8:30pm. Every Tue. beginning Sep. 17 through Nov. 12. I invite you to join me in the discovery of what it means to truly live! It’s Reverend Marcia’s great joy to see people connect with the power and possibility within them, to discover their spiritual identity and a purpose that is uniquely theirs. The Whole Health Collective, 530 Howell Rd., Ste. 100, Greenville. 387-0435. TheWholeHealthCollective.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 September: 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. 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. 3870435. 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 welcome. June Ellen Bradley. Event located at Zen, 924 S. Main St., Greenville.

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/UpstateSpiritual-Experiences-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! The education department celebrates 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

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.

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

September 2019

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 20.

ADVANCED BODYWORK HARMONY AND FUSION, LLC 220 N. Main St. 864-884-5115 • 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.

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 15.

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.

FLOAT SPA PURE BALANCE FLOAT SPA Priscilla Matson 215 W. Wade Hampton Blvd., Ste. D 864-401-6075 • Greer PureBalanceFloatSpa.com

Floating has been shown to relieve stress, provide pain relief, increase immune function and is helpful in treating fibromyalgia, PTSD, inflammation, migraines and more. See ad, page 10.

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 o2hair.studio

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

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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 17.

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 15.

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 11.

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.

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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, nutritional supplements, infrared sauna, personal training, LED light therapy. See ad, page 5.

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

Readers are Seeking These Providers & Services:

Holistic Dental Care • Orthodontists Alternative Pediatric Physicians General, Advanced & Sports Chiropractors ... and this is just a partial list!

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Natural Sleep Solutions

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 29.

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

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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 8.

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 19.

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 13.

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.

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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

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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 8.

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 20.

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. See ad, page 29.

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 15.

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

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 20

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. See ad, page 13.

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Feature: Nutrition Upgrades Plus: Managing Allergies

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Feature: Sustainable Living Plus: Creative Arts Therapy

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Feature: Mental & Emotional Well-Being Plus: Healthy Vision

Brain Health JUNE Feature: Plus: Green Building Trends

LOCAL FOOD ISSUE Urban & Suburban Agriculture JULY Feature: Plus: Gut Health

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Feature: Children’s Health Plus: Natural Pet Care

VIBRANT AT ANY AGE ISSUE Age-Defying Bodywork SEPT Feature: Plus: Yoga Therapy

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Feature: Oral Health Plus: Chiropractic Care

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Feature: Natural Sleep Solutions Plus: Optimal Thyroid Function

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Feature: Uplifting Humanity Plus: Earth-Friendly Holidays

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