June 2018 Upstate Natural Awakenings by Natural Awakenings Upstate

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HEALTHY

LIVING

HEALTHY

PLANET

All-Natural

BEAUTY Health Concerns

Revolutionize the Cosmetics Industry

Rethinking Cities What Makes a Community Livable

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Contents 18 LIVABLE

COMMUNITIES WE LOVE Good for People and the Planet

20 WE NEED

CLEAN WATERS

Streams and Rivers Are Life Links

22 ALL-NATURAL BEAUTY

25 ADAWEHI

Health Concerns Revolutionize the Cosmetics Industry

International Living Community

26 DOING NOTHING Why Timeouts Matter

28 HEALTHY SUMMER HYDRATION

Kids Love These Homemade Drinks

30 PETS WELCOME HERE Happy Places to Live and Travel Together

32 JUNE PETS AT PAWS

33 PETER GROS

on Preserving Wild Nature

34 EAT RIGHT TO SLEEP WELL

DEPARTMENTS 9 news briefs 12 health briefs 15 eco tip 16 global briefs 20 green living 22 healing ways 25 community

spotlight 26 inspiration 6

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28 healthy kids 30 natural pet 33 wise words 34 conscious

eating 37 calendar 38 classifieds 39 resource guide

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

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letter from publisher

few months ago, I participated at a health fair at Zen Greenville called Whole Health Nation. Two of the presentations spoke to my heart and I knew I had to share their stories with you in our magazine. One presentation was on Mushroom Mountain, a mushroom farm and research facility, operating in Easley. We published the story of Mushroom Mountain in the May issue as the local Community Spotlight. The other presentation that tugged at me was on Adawehi, an intentional living community located in Columbus, North Carolina, which is featured as this month’s Community Spotlight. As many of you may know, Natural Awakenings has a monthly theme. This means that at least one feature editorial will focus on that theme. The 2018 monthly editorial theme calendar is often displayed in the magazine, depending on space availability. You will find it in this month’s issue on page 37. The theme for June is Livable Communities. When I recalled the June theme and read the feature article, Livable Communities We Love, it confirmed my intention to bring the story of Adawehi to our readers, giving you some insight into a local intentional community. My husband Wayne and I toured Adawehi in March. It is a beautiful community that offers many events, workshops, health services and social interactions that are open to the public. I would encourage you to visit their website, Adawehi.com, to see for yourself all that this community has to offer. In our main article on page 18, and mentioned above, the authors highlight features that make a city “livable”. One notable characteristic is the ease of connecting with nature, through open spaces and natural settings. Also included is the access to clean air and water, and fresh, local and organic foods. In the two intentional communities I have visited, Damanhur in Northern Italy and Adawehi in Columbus, North Carolina, both communities offered an organic food store, natural health services, and a reverence for nature that resulted in beautiful outdoor spaces for solitary and communal recreation. I believe, without a doubt, that the beauty and abundance of nature is as soothing and nourishing to our spirits as healthy food is to our body. Whether it’s planting a garden, hiking in the woods, or sitting and listening to birdsong, we all need to connect more with nature. Peace and Blessings,

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news briefs

Locally Sourced Fermented Foods at Blue Ridge Brinery

aniel Walker opened Blue Ridge Brinery after his 15 year hobby and passion turned into the ultimate dream job. He began receiving commercial licensing to sell his kraut and kimchi creations in 2013, and a year later Blue Ridge Brinery sold its first few jars at the Traveler’s Rest Farmers Market. Walker is passionate about producing a product created from produce close to home, staying true to the foothills of South Carolina and the Blue Ridge by sourcing from local farms. Some benefits said to be attributed to fermented food include: improved digestive health, reduced inflammation, protection against cancer and boosted immunity. Fermented foods are also high in vitamin C, electrolytes and fiber. All of Blue Ridge Brinery products are organic and locally sourced. Eating local is becoming a trend due to the quality that small local farms produce as well as the benefits to the environment: reduced transportation equals reduced fossil fuel usage. Small businesses also put money directly into the community, supporting the local web of life. Blue Ridge Brinery will be sampling their products at the Downtown Greenville TD Farmers Market on Saturdays from 8am until 12pm. Visit BlueRidgeBrinery.com for more information and to find retail locations that sell their products. See ad, page 27.

Changing Habits with Life Path Hypnosis and Coaching

ecently relocated from New England to Greer, South Carolina, Geraldine Cook, consulting hypnotist and owner of Life Path Hypnosis and Coaching, helps people re-set their minds to change their behavior and their lives in positive ways. Cook helps with topics such as improved test-taking, stress, eliminating fears, weight control, smoking and other habit cessation, and behavior and self-confidence issues. Hypnosis and coaching works with both the subconscious and conscious mind, helping one achieve their desired results more quickly. Cook explains, “There is no hocus-pocus, just a great feeling of relaxation and shifted perceptions. De-hypnotizing you from your limiting beliefs, negative self-talk and bad habits can help you change your life and reach your goals in all areas of your life. The subconscious is similar to a super-computer and hypnosis can be likened to changing the programs and upgrading the software.” She adds, “Spring is a time for new beginnings and a great time for self-improvement. Weight Loss Wednesdays are a great way to shed some winter pounds and get in shape for summer. Unlike diet programs, hypnosis for weight control helps re-program negative thoughts and feelings about food, exercise and self-image, so weight loss happens from the inside out.” Individual appointments can be scheduled for Monday through Saturday. Life Path Hypnosis is located at 1015 W. Poinsett St., Greer, in the Tranquility Day Spa. For more information, call 774-239-4644, email Gerrie@LifePathHypnosisandCoaching.com or visit LifePathHypnosisandCoaching.com. See Community Resource Guide, page 41.

Affordable Medical Care with a Personal Touch

edical care via membership is gaining momentum. Call Me MD, in Greenville, provides its members with access to affordable medical care at a rate of $49 a month, with no copay or charge for visits, and decreased costs for procedures and labs. Annual labs can cost $300 to $500 out of pocket. Call Me MD can check electrolytes, liver, kidneys and thyroid, and monitor diabetes, cholesterol, red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets for $42. Under most circumstances, appointments can be made within 24 hours, often within the same day. Dr. Frank Cioppettini, MD and family physician at the practice, explains, “We believe in transparency in medicine, especially with medical costs. We run on a model similar to Costco in which we only make a profit on our membership fees and all other services are done at cost. We only order tests or prescribe medications when it benefits our patients, and we never order things unnecessarily to make a little extra cash on the side. We hope that we can bring down the overall cost and make high quality medical care affordable to everyone.” Call Me MD is located at 31 Memorial Medical Dr., Greenville. Set up a free meet-and-greet appointment by calling or texting 864-932-3071, or by emailing the clinic at Contact@CallMeMD.com. For more information, visit CallMeMD.com. June 2018

news briefs

Heal Your Gut, Reclaim Your Life with Precision Wellness

recision Wellness, a company which provides unique, one-on-one science-based wellness plans for its patients, has opened a new office at 109 E. Regency Commons Drive, in Greer, South Carolina, inside the Circulation Nation Building. Precision Wellness uses a whole systems approach to health by looking at the unique genetic blueprint, lifestyle and environment of every patient. The creator of Precision Wellness, Terry Pilch, discovered her passion for helping others through her own health struggles. At around 30 years old, Pilch experienced pain throughout her body, inability to sleep, skin issues, digestive issues and a severe lack of energy. For many years, she went from doctors’ offices to health food stores to online health websites searching for answers, eventually discovering that health begins in the gut and that the food she was eating was the culprit. Pilch, who was raised to look to nature first, began reading and researching ways on how to be well naturally. She eventually attended the Institute of Integrative Nutrition Health Coaching School, and completed the Metagenics Lifestyle Educator Certification, Aperion Academy’s Human Potential Training, Dr. Bob Rakowski’s Natural Medicine Practitioners Training and numerous other seminars. The result was the birth of the Precision Wellness Program. Pilch explains, “The body is brilliantly made and has been created to perform optimally. Precision Wellness will walk handin-hand with each patient to teach the steps needed to obtain personal healing goals.” By appointment only. For more information, call 864-320-7393 or email Pilch.Terry@gmail.com. See Community Resource Guide, page 41

Finding the Balance Between Being and Doing

helly Smith, owner of Nature’s Way Home Counseling and Coaching Services, is pleased to announce the workshop, Being Versus Doing: Where’s the Balance?, at Heaven On Earth Farm in Pickens County, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m on Saturday, June 9. Smith is a licensed professional counselor and marriage and family therapist who specializes in bodycentered approaches to emotional healing and personal growth. Most sessions, including this workshop, are held outside in the peaceful environment of her private property. The workshop includes a discussion about the evolution of human “being” to human “doing”. Smith expounds, “Nature is our greatest example of how to stay present and grounded in beingness while we are ‘doing’. While we may have many demands on us, the amount of stress we have relates more to the energy that’s driving our doing and less with the doing itself. The birds, plants, and other wildlife are very busy this time of year and yet they are not tense, nor are they frantically doing. They are not driven by things like imaginary fears or the need for approval.” Participants will be taught tools to help them uncover and release the unconscious programs that may be driving the “doing”. They will also learn how to let go of effort, striving, and control so that they may become more efficient and productive. A talk about introversion and extroversion will also be held to help participants discover an individual balance between being and doing. Workshop provides 6 hours of continuing education credit. For more information, please visit ShellySmith.org/events. See ad, page 28.

Palmer Distinctive Dentistry Announces New Solea Laser

almer Distinctive Dentistry is proud to announce that they have added the Solea dental laser to their practice. Celia Bridges, the Office Manager, explains, “The Solea laser takes the drill, the needle, the noise and the pain out of dental visits. It is great for adults and is especially great for children.” In some cases, no anesthesia is needed and the patient is able to get back to their day in minutes without the numbing after-effects typically experienced with dental work. Another benefit of the laser is that it is able to cut into the tooth without the loud noise associated with dental drills. Palmer Dentistry is one of, if not the first, dental office in the Upstate with the Solea dental laser. To celebrate, an introductory rate of $97 is offered to Natural Awakenings readers until June 28. Palmer Distinctive Dentistry is located at 134 Milestone Way, Greenville. For more information, call 864-879- 6494 or visit PalmerDMD.com. See ad, page 4.

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Goat Yoga at Mel-O-Yoga

ome spend a relaxing Saturday morning of “Goat Yoga” with Melanie Boulos, owner of Mel-OYoga. From 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, June 16, and Saturday, July 21, Boulos will be leading a fun, All Levels “Goat Yoga” class. Goat yoga is sweeping the nation as a fun and relaxing way to do yoga. The 45 minute classes are held in Simpsonville on Clear Springs Road with six sweet Nigerian Dwarf goats owned by Boulos’ father. The goats are named Chico, Diego, Lillie, Elly, Jumper and Liam. The class will be held while the goats graze about, sometimes lying next to you on your mat. At the end of the class, you will have a chance to love on the goats, take a few pictures, and maybe let a goat climb upon your back. Cost is $15 with mat provided. Register early, as space is limited. Please pre-register and pay via the Mel-O-Yoga Mindbody app, via phone at 864-979-6133, or by emailing MBoulous@bellsouth.net. Visit Mel-O-Yoga.com to check out the “Goat Yoga” page. Mel-OYoga is located at 803B W. Poinsett St. in Greer. See ad, page 23.

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Energy Drinks Hurt Youth Health More than half of teens and young adults that have slaked their thirst with energy drinks report consequently suffering negative health consequences, reports a new study from Canada’s University of Waterloo. Of 2,055 Canadian participants between ages 12 and 24, 55.4 percent said they had negative health events afterwards. Of these, 26.5 percent trembled and felt jittery, 24.7 percent had faster heartbeats and 22.5 percent noted “jolt and crash” episodes—a spell of alertness followed by a sudden drop in energy. Another 5.1 percent experienced nausea or diarrhea and 0.2 percent, seizures. Most respondents said they drank only one or two energy drinks at a time. 12

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In the first scientific study of facial exercise, 27 middleaged women that performed specific facial muscle movements looked an average of two-and-a-half years younger in 20 weeks based on a standardized scale called the Merz-Carruthers Facial Aging Photoscales. By doing the exercises for 30 minutes each day or every other day, the fullness of both the upper and lower cheeks, in particular, of the women were significantly enhanced, report Northwestern University researchers. “The exercises enlarge and strengthen the facial muscles, so the face becomes firmer and more toned and shaped like a younger face,” says lead author Murad Alam, a medical doctor. Some of the study exercises can be found by searching the topic of Happy Face Yoga on YouTube.

Cardiovascular exercise improves a person’s healthy gut microbes even without making dietary changes, University of Illinois researchers report. In a study of 32 people, 30 to 60 minutes of exercise three times a week for six weeks boosted levels of healthy intestinal bacteria, especially for lean subjects, and less so for the obese. The healthy bacteria produced shortchain fatty acids that reduce the risk of colon cancer. “The bottom line is that there are clear differences in how the microbiome of somebody who is obese versus somebody who is lean responds to exercise,” says Jeffrey Woods, Ph.D., a kinesiology professor at the university.

Seek 15 Minutes of Device-Free Time When we’re feeling angry, stressed or overexcited, just 15 minutes of being alone without a device can put us into a more peaceful state, reports a University of Rochester study. Young adults, sitting in a comfortable chair away from their devices, were given something to read, told to think about something specific or not given any instruction. Some were asked to sit alone for 15 minutes a day for a week and keep a diary. In all cases, such solo time away from devices helped reduce intense emotions afterward.

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Facial Exercises Ease Midlife Signs of Aging

Exercise Boosts Good Gut Bacteria

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Preterm Births Down After Coal Plant Shutdown After a polluting coal-fired power plant in Pennsylvania was shut down in 2014 by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulatory action, the chances of women living 30 miles downwind having a preterm birth fell by about 28 percent, report Lehigh University researchers. While the plant was operating, women in affluent New Jersey communities downwind had a 17 percent greater risk of having babies of very low birth weights— less than 5.5 pounds—than did women in other similar affluent areas.

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Scientists Discover Alcohol-Cancer Link Alcohol has been linked to seven types of cancer, including breast and bowel, and scientists at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, in Cambridge, UK, have tracked down a possible cause. In lab tests, they found that when the body processes alcohol, acetaldehyde is produced. Acetaldehyde alters and damages DNA within blood stem cells, leading to rearranged chromosomes and a greater likelihood of cancer.

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Mangoes Carry Health Benefits Mangoes contain potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties that may prove useful in treating gastrointestinal disease, cognitive decline and diabetes, report scientists at the University of Palermo, in Italy. Also, Texas A&M researchers have found that 300 people with Crohn’s disease that ate 200 to 400 grams of commercially available frozen mangoes daily for eight weeks had fewer digestive symptoms, improved inflammation biomarkers and less colon cancer-linked molecules in their digestive tracts.

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People that Don’t Slight Sleep Eat Better

A spate of recent worldwide studies reveal several cholesterol-healthy alternatives to olive oil. Ingesting 15 milliliters a day of virgin coconut oil for eight weeks increased high-density lipoprotein (HDL) “good cholesterol” levels in 32 young adults by an average of 5.72 milligrams/deciliter, researchers at Thailand’s Chiang Mai University found. Walnut oil slashed heart disease risk in 100 Type 2 diabetes patients that swallowed capsules containing a total of 15 milliliters of walnut oil a week—the amount of oil obtained from 4 to 5 servings of the nuts. They experienced significant drops in total cholesterol, low-density (LDL) “bad cholesterol” and triglycerides after 90 days, reported Iranian researchers at the Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. Camelina oil from the Camelina sativa plant, also called false flax, lowered LDL levels in 79 men with prediabetic symptoms, whereas diets high in either high- or lowfatty fish did not, according to the University of Eastern Finland. The men consumed 30 milliliters of the oil for 90 days.

Those that sleep more than seven hours a night are likely to eat better the following day, according to researchers from King’s College London. In the study, 21 people known to typically sleep fewer than seven hours increased their sleep time by 47 minutes after receiving tips on sleep hygiene such as drinking less caffeine and going to bed neither too hungry nor too full. The following day, they consumed almost 10 fewer grams of sugar in food and drinks on average and also consumed less fat and fewer carbohydrates than a control group.

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Healthy Oils Improve Good Cholesterol

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eco tip

Rail Trails

Summer Vacations with a Fun Twist

This summer, consider the convenience and relaxation of watching the world go by outside a panoramic side window instead of focusing on driving the road ahead. Train travel is also more cost-effective, affordable and eco-friendly than flying. SmarterTravel.com highlights railroad discounts for children, seniors, students, AAA members, military personnel and other demographics. Additional advantages include accessible central city terminals, a generous luggage policy and less time waiting until departures. If a station has an unattended parking lot, arrange to be dropped off.

Amtrak (Amtrak.com) encompasses 300 daily trains on more than 21,000 miles of track to more than 500 destinations. Particularly scenic routes include the California Zephyr that winds through the Rocky and Sierra Nevada mountains between San Francisco and Chicago; and the Adirondack train between New York City and Montreal, Canada, offering spectacular views of both its namesake national park and the historic Hudson River Valley. Amtrak’s 75 vacation packages (AmtrakVacations.com) range from three days to two weeks. Sights include the Grand Canyon and Glacier, Yellowstone and Yosemite national parks. Most long-distance routes provide sleeping accommodations with passenger amenities

for day and night. Advanced technology electric locomotives began enhancing Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor runs in 2016. Designed for maximum energy efficiency with a regenerative braking system that feeds back into the power grid, this innovation saves electricity and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Amtrak’s partnership with CarbonFund.org allows passengers to offset the carbon emissions footprint from their rail travel. Custom contributions can be made via the Rail Calculator or short- or long-distance traveler or Amtrak Trainiac preset options on Amtrak’s website. Many travelers also enjoy narrow-gauge, short-rail junkets. Popular options include Colorado’s Durango & Silverton Railroad (DurangoTrain.com), a nostalgic trip back to the mining days of the Old West; the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad (CumbresToltec.com), a 45-mile ride along the New Mexico/ Colorado border; and the Conway Scenic Railroad (ConwayScenic.com) in New Hampshire, within two hours of both Portland, Maine, and Boston, Massachusetts. Neighboring Canada affords many scenic trains including trips connecting Toronto with Vancouver and Calgary. Visit RockyMountaineer. com and ViaRail.ca.

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global briefs

Quick Quarters

Simple Eco-Houses on the Upswing

A new Ukrainian homebuilding startup called Passivdom uses a 3-D printing robot to produce parts for tiny houses. The machine can print the walls, roof and floor of the company’s 380-square-foot model in about eight hours. The windows, doors and self-contained plumbing, sewage and self-electrical systems are then added by a human worker. Solar energy is stored in a battery. Filtered water collects from humidity in the air. Prices start at $64,000 per house (Passivedom). M.A.DI., in Italy, produces prefabricated A-frame houses in five sizes that can be set up anywhere. The basic model is rated an energy class B, but can be upgraded with an option of adding solar panels to make the structures energy-independent. Homes made by Lifehaus blend low-cost, off-grid appeal with holistic living and luxurious details. The Lebanon company is pioneering energy-neutral dwellings made from locally sourced and recycled materials. Green home dwellers will also be able to generate electricity and grow their own food.

At the North American Climate Summit in Chicago last December, more than 50 mayors from around the globe signed the Chicago Climate Charter, intended to guide cities toward reaching greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals similar to the Paris climate accord. Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel says each mayor will pursue a customized plan, noting, “We’re all going to get to the same destination in our own way.” President Trump’s intended exit from the Paris agreement has sparked an uproar from leaders worldwide, especially mayors in cities long committed to reducing emissions. Dozens of cities are committed to 100 percent clean and renewable energy goals and pledged to promote clean transit through using zero-emissions buses. Emanuel believes, “Climate change can be solved by human action.” Cities’ actions now may well pay off in the long run.

Deadly Cargo Oil Spill Threatens Ocean Ecology

Experts are warning that the Iranian tanker Sanchi oil spill in January in the East China Sea could potentially be one of the worst in decades. Scientists from the UK National Oceanography Centre and the University of Southampton are monitoring the disaster, believing it could 16

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severely impact important reefs, fishing grounds and protected marine areas in Japan. They are also concerned by the toxic nature of the ultra-light, highly flammable oil and unknown impacts. Simon Boxall, with the centre, notes, “It’s not like crude, which does break down under natural microbial action. This stuff actually kills the microbes that break the oil down.”

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Cincinnati has contracted with the energy company Dynegy to purchase 100 percent renewable energy to operate most of its municipal facilities through at least 2021. The green energy will power police and fire stations, health clinics, recreation centers and most administrative buildings, including city hall. The city’s greenhouse gas emissions will be cut by more than 9 percent and its utility rates by more than $100,000 annually. The deal will bring the city closer to its goal of running on 100 percent renewable energy by 2035.

Mayors Worldwide Sign Climate Charter

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Green Energy Reduces Utility Costs

Independent Action

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Eco-Villains

Cleanup Cites Worst Plastic Polluters

A week-long beach cleanup and audit at Freedom Island in the Philippines last September exposed the companies most responsible for plastic pollution in the critical wetland habitat. The Greenpeace Philippines and #breakfreefromplastic movement audit, the first of its kind in the country, revealed that Nestlé, Unilever and the Indonesian company PT Torabika Mayora are the top three contributors of plastic waste discovered in the area, contributing to the more than 2 million tons of mismanaged plastic waste in the Philippines, the third-biggest source of plastic ocean pollution per year. See the whole list at Tinyurl.com/TopTenPolluters.

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Plastic Bags Get the Boot

Boston will join 59 other Massachusetts municipalities and hundreds of others across the nation, including Seattle, Washington, and Washington, D.C., in banning single-use plastic shopping bags by the end of this year. Instead, Boston shoppers must bring their own totes or pay store owners five cents or more for a thicker, compostable plastic bag or a larger paper bag with handles. “This new ordinance protects the health of our neighborhoods and environment, while at the same time easing the burden on taxpayers and saving local retailers millions,” says Kirstie Pecci, director of the Conservation Law Foundation’s Zero Waste Project.

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Click on a Campsite Website Opens Up Private Land to Campers

Green Team Seattle Mariners Win Eco-Award

CenturyLink Field and Safeco Field, homes of the National Football League Seahawks and Major League Baseball (MLB) Mariners, respectively, introduced a Strawless in Seattle campaign last September. More than 100 local businesses joined with the Lonely Whale Foundation to help eliminate plastic waste. Safeco Field is the most sustainable baseball facility today, recycling 96 percent of all waste generated last season. As a result, the Mariners earned MLB’s Green Glove Award for 2017. Every food service item is recyclable or compostable, and cleaning crews manually separate waste items from recyclables after every game. The Mariners have been playing under energy-efficient LED lights since 2014, the first MLB ball club to do so. The team also added a 450-square-foot urban garden before the 2016 season that provides fresh vegetables and herbs for the concession stands.

A Portland startup online at LandApart. com is expanding the share-economy Airbnb-model concept to private landowners and campers. People that want to camp or rent a cabin in a beautiful area can pay a private landowner for access. CEO Ven Gist says the move is in part a response to sometimes crowded public lands that often cannot be reserved. He says, “We’re basically collaborating with landowners to open up new wild spaces that people can find and book for truly secluded, unique outdoor experiences.” Prices average between $30 and $40 per night. Find an introductory video at Gust.com/companies/landapart. June 2018

Good for People and the Planet by John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist

any people define a livable city as one that is easy to get around in by foot, bike or public transportation. Many also prioritize ready access to fresh, local, organic food via farmers’ markets and community gardens. Others champion affordable housing and cost of living factors, safe neighborhoods with a diversity of people, careful stewardship of clean air and water, and plentiful amenities, including considerable open space and natural settings. Many work to preserve and enhance a sense of place suited to the locale. Partners for Livable Communities, a national nonprofit in Washington, D.C., that renews and restores communities, maintains, “Livability is the sum of the factors that add up to a community’s quality of life, including the built and natural environments, economic prosperity, social stability and equity, educational opportunity and cultural, entertainment and recreation possibilities.” The American Association of Retired Persons considers livable communities as age-friendly for young and old alike. 18

Along with economic opportunities, a leading stimulus in moving to urban centers is, “More people are looking for a sociable environment where they can walk out of their door to the shops or transit and be among others they recognize who also recognize them,” observes Suzanne Lennard, director of the International Making Cities Livable Conferences, LLC, in Portland, Oregon. “People who have traveled abroad, especially to Europe, and tasted the quality of life possible in a truly livable, walkable, beautiful and sociable city, often want to find such a place to live themselves.” Following are a few examples of America’s many livable cities. More are transitioning and evolving as city planners, government officials, businesses and nonprofit community organizations strive to make their hometowns both people- and planet-friendly, often through public and private partnerships.

Street-Scene Renaissance

In Pittsburgh, revitalization is transforming 10,000 parcels of vacant or abandoned land—some where steel mills formerly

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LIVABLE COMMUNITIES WE LOVE

operated—into greenspace, bike lanes and other enticing and productive public areas. “Biking and our food scene have exploded,” says Chris Sandvig, director of policy with the Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group, which advocates for equitable urban revitalization through their Vacant Property Working Group, helping communities access blighted areas for pennies on the dollar. “We’re now one of the top 10 bicycling commuter cities in the country. People also come here as food tourists due to vibrant local agricultural activity.” “A related ideal is to create compact, human-scale, mixed-use urban centers in the suburbs that are less expensive to construct— and thus remain more affordable—while placing shops, schools, parks, services, workplaces and public transit within walking and biking distance,” Lennard notes. “This ensures a healthy, affordable and high quality of life for all; suburban, as well as urban.” Fast-growing Carmel, Indiana, just north of Indianapolis, is following suit. “After years of watching the suburbs sprawl into subdivisions with large lawns, privacy fences and cul-de-sacs, we created a vibrant central core with apartments, townhomes, condos and new options for smaller homes—all within walking distance or a short bike ride to new places to work, shop and dine,” explains Mayor James Brainard. The design efforts serve people instead of cars. “Carmel has spent the last 20-plus years building more than 900 miles of trails and multi-use pathways, enabling residents to commute by bicycle to work and enjoy easy access to a growing number of parks and recreational areas,” says Brainard. To facilitate traffic flow, some 100 roundabouts replaced stoplights and four-way stops. “Reducing traffic congestion has improved our air quality, and saved gasoline and lives.” A new, mixed-use downtown Arts and Design District includes a Center for the Performing Arts with a Center Green that hosts a farmers’ market in summer and an outdoor Christkindlmarkt and outdoor skating rink in winter. “The old way of doing things in which cities and towns sat back and let the market dictate how a community should be grown must come to an end,” remarks Brainard, advocating the benefits of local governance.

Smart City Advantages

Key elements of smart cities—sensors, cameras, data analytics and powerful networks that capture and relay vital information— help them become more energy-efficient or quicker to respond to environmental and residential issues. Such products highlighted the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show, in Las Vegas. Reducing traffic can also contribute to safer highways and shorter commutes with decreased greenhouse gas emissions. “Citizens are using apps to monitor issues and alert city managers, improving the livability of their communities,” explains Steve Koenig, senior director of market research with the Consumer Technology Association. In Boston, the app BOS:311 allows residents to instantaneously notify government departments of pollution concerns, like blocked drains and other environmental or community needs, feeding the information directly into the city’s work order system via their mobile phone. This real-time collaboration results in a cleaner, safer and healthier city. The Envision Charlotte project encompasses interactive kiosks in 64 businesses and government buildings citywide, gathering energy usage data for office buildings to increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. So far, energy consumption has dropped 19 percent, saving companies about $26 million. The program has strengthened economic competitiveness and environmental sustainability.

Nature in the City

Some cities have focused on the natural environment for improving local livability while mitigating contributions to climate change. Forested open spaces, wetlands and protected watersheds improve air quality, protect drinking water and buffer intense storms. Such areas also connect more people with nature and engage them in communal and healthy outdoor recreation. Portland, Oregon, boasts more than 10,000 acres of parks, plus an innovative Biketown sharing program that has facilitated 160,000 bike trips since its launch in 2016. The city’s Bike Bill requires all new streets to accommodate bicyclists and pedestrians by design. Portland also embraces urban gardens and allows residents to raise chickens, bees, goats or rabbits in their backyards.

No one wants to live where pollution runs unchecked or water is unsafe to drink. Philadelphia’s Green City, Clean Waters program works to keep stormwater out of sewers and reduce rainwater runoff through decentralized soil-based and plant-based systems, including pervious pavement, green roofs and rain gardens. Begun in 2011, its goal is to reduce rainwater runoff by 85 percent by 2036. Rainwater has become a valuable community resource. The program is just one of many ways that the City of Brotherly Love is transforming itself into one of the greenest in the United States. Overseen by the city’s Office of Sustainability, Greenworks Philadelphia devises long-term sustainability strategies that encompass eight facets, including clean and efficient energy, carbon-neutrality and zero waste. Preparations are already underway to cope with a hotter, wetter future.

Preserving a Sense of Place

Making communities livable goes beyond infrastructure. Actions usually involve preserving, protecting and enhancing what appeals to residents. Santa Fe, New Mexico, is one example of many where livability priorities are guided by the values of its residents and its sense of place. “From our historic public square and marketplaces to outdoor cafes, farmers’ markets and community festivals; from human-scale architecture and balanced transportation to pedestrian and bicycle networks, this place represents shared values,” says Mayor Javier M. Gonzales. “Santa Fe is also full of public art. The city is designed to be safe, creative and inspiring for young and old, families of all kinds and everyone else that comes to see us.”

Good Life as Kids See It

Ultimately, making cities move livable for children can make them highly livable for all. “Children need the same things from a city that we all need, but their needs are greater than ours,” says Lennard. “The environment a child grows up in shapes their health and their mental and social development for the rest of their lives. Our modern, unwalkable suburban environments are contributing to childhood obesity, which has been widely linked to

chronic diseases that in the past were only associated with old age.” She notes, “Children need the exercise of walking or biking to school. They need safe streets so they can become independent and explore their neighborhoods; sidewalks and other outdoor areas where they can play, meet friends and interact with adults in the community; easy access to nature; beauty in their environment; and intriguing architecture, works of art and other places to stimulate their affection and imagination. As they become teenagers, they need access by foot or bike to a wide variety of resources to broaden their horizons. Don’t we all need these things?” John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist, co-authors of ECOpreneuring, operate the Inn Serendipity, wholly powered by renewable energy, in Browntown, WI.

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We Need Clean Waters Streams and Rivers Are Life Links

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reeks, streams and rivers flow into ponds, lakes and oceans, carrying pollution. Keeping large bodies of water clean starts with local waterways. As awareness of this need rises, some rivers in Africa, India, New Zealand and elsewhere are being protected and recognized as living entities, with rights, values and the legal status of people. While court

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Water is life, and clean water means health. ~Audrey Hepburn junked cars, TVs and other trash. The tribe is the first in the nation to be involved in such a massive project, intended to restore its historic salmon population. In 2017, dams were removed in Alaska, California, Connecticut, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Vermont, Washington and Wisconsin. A map at Tinyurl.com/DamRemovals shows dams taken down since 1916. “The good news is that in meetings like the St. Louis River Summit, in Superior, Wisconsin, in March, clean water wasn’t viewed only in a strictly scientific sense, but added the human factor to produce more diverse solutions,” says Wallace J. Nichols, Ph.D., the Monterey Bay, California, author of Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do. “The bad news is that most projects are funded, directly or indirectly, by the federal government. Cuts add challenges and stress to looking for solutions.” Cities like Pittsburgh, Superior and Duluth are among many that are protecting, restoring and rejuvenating riverfronts with increased public access, thus rekindling residents’ love for and recognition of the mental and physical benefits provided by their waterways. “We’re in a period of big ideas,” says Nichols. Two can be easily implemented. First, he explains, don’t build right on the water; instead, sit in the “second row”. Second, gain perspective by experiencing changes in waterways. “One way to do this is to spend an hour a day, or even an hour a week, in, on or near the water. Take someone new with you each time,” suggests Nichols. “You’ll see how best to value, promote and defend our right to clean water.” Then teach the kids.

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most artists have included some green beauty brands in their kits.” Millennials continue to drive consumer demand for higher standards. “Retailers understand that the skincare/makeup landscape is changing,” advises Behnke. “Traditional brands are no longer attracting younger consumers that are demanding organic, clinically validated products.” Denno concurs, stating, “The spotlight on clean products comes from the growing acknowledgement that we can and must do all we can to lower our overall toxic load.”

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rom red carpets to Teen Vogue magazine, the natural beauty trend has taken the industry by storm. Consumer whims may have sparked its beginnings more than a decade ago, but demand is now spiking profits into the billions. “Consumer need is influencing retailers to offer cleaner formulas reflecting firm ecovalues,” says Karen Behnke, the pioneering entrepreneur who founded Juice Beauty, in San Rafael, California. Behnke aimed to create meaningful change in the industry when she assembled her dream team 13 years ago. The company now owns a trailblazing patent and sets the standard for clinical organics. “We’re excited that traditional department stores such as Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and Holt Renfrew are adding our products to their beauty departments,” says Behnke, who attributes Juice Beauty’s tremendous growth in recent years to a surge of interest in chemical-free, luxury alternatives.

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all-natural, a result likely driven by the scientific information age (see KariGran.com/ pages/greenbeauty for details). Reputable scientific studies revealing parabens in breast cancer biopsies have demonstrated that everything applied to the skin also enters the bloodstream, hence the effectiveness of dermal nicotine and birth control patches. Thus, it can be alarming to realize that the average woman will unknowingly consume seven pounds of lipstick containing petroleum-based emollients, synthetic preservatives and artificial dyes during a lifetime, undoubtedly another reason consumers are switching to natural options. Katey Denno, a Los Angeles makeup artist to the stars, noticed cosmetic red flags early in her career. “The first time I turned over a palette that most makeup artists carry and saw specific colors that couldn’t be used on eyes or lips, I was confused; if something isn’t safe for lips or eyes, how can it be good for any part of us?” queries Denno, who switched from social work to makeup artistry 11 years ago. “The change in the industry has been substantial. Now green is mainstream, and

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Find a guide to toxic personal care products at Tinyurl.com/CosmeticIngredientsGuide. ~Vibrant Wellness Journal fragrances are among top sellers. Informed teen and 20-something buyers are inclined to choose people- and eco-friendly brands that are also cruelty-free. A wide selection of aluminum-free, natural, personal care products including underarm deodorants are showing up in supermarkets. Women are ditching toxic hair dyes and going silver to avoid thinning hair and allergies, and unwittingly, creating a new fashion statement. Plus, there’s growing interest in DIY cosmetics using everyday good-for-you ingredients found in the kitchen. Artisan perfumes are gaining popularity among women that want the mystery and allure of fragrance without the side effects of manmade, chemical-based brands. “Some new customers are frustrated by commercial products giving them headaches, while others say that they just don’t like perfume, when what they actually don’t like is synthetic fragrance chemicals,” says Ananda Wilson, a botanical perfumer and owner of Gather Perfume, in South Hadley, Massachusetts. “It’s inspiring when they smell real plant scents and see how their world lights up! The molecules in natural perfumes are active and interact with personal chem-

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istry, so they unfold differently on each wearer, creating a unique signature and experience.” Wilson ventured into botanical blends when both awareness and supplies of appropriate ingredients were scarce. “Perfume history is largely rooted in natural materials, but until recently, there was a mass blackout of this precious lineage. When I started, there was barely anything available, and only through a handful of aromatherapy companies,” she explains. Now, Wilson bases her products on botanical infusions from plants she’s grown or collected, including wild beach roses, clover and spring poplar buds. It only takes a whiff to dispel the myth that natural perfumes lack sophistication or tenacity. “Naturals have a breadth of possibilities—opulent white florals, fresh and clean, or dirty and smoky,” expounds Wilson. Eco-beauty is emerging from conscious lifestyle choices and creating the next era of cosmetics. “It’s fun to be called a pioneer in organic beauty,” muses Behnke. “Our products, employees and happy customers comprise an encouraging accomplishment.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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Intentional Community Living at Adawehi by Roberta Bolduc

estled on 125 acres of woodlands in the lush mountains of North Carolina, just a stone’s throw from the Upstate, is an intentional community called Adawehi. As defined by Wikipedia, “An intentional community is a planned residential community designed from the start to have a high degree of social cohesion and teamwork. The members of an intentional community typically hold a common social, political, religious, or spiritual vision and often follow an alternative lifestyle.” According to the Fellowship for Intentional Community (www.ic.org) there are 160 intentional communities in the United States that have been “built from the ground up”. That is an apt description of Adawehi. Jackie Woods, Adawehi’s founder, tells the story of how a vision came to her—not of an intentional community but rather of land to build a healing center. The vision of a livable community would come later. For many years Woods lived in Atlanta, Georgia, working as a spiritual counselor: teaching classes, conducting workshops, making personal growth recordings, and raising a family with her husband Rodney. “I had intuitive gifts from an early age,” reflects Woods, who grew up in Southern Missouri, and as a youth, worked as a clerk in her family’s grocery store. “People would

come to me for advice and help.” Later she graduated from the University of Missouri, where she studied psychology and then switched to business. After leaving an administrative position at an insurance company in Atlanta, and with the encouragement of friends, Woods began a spiritual counseling business. She says that the initial vision of a healing center took shape slowly with no knowledge of where and how that would happen. Finally after a long search for the right location, she found land in Columbus, North Carolina, and knew that this was the place for the healing center to take root. She then began to receive a vision of a community where people who came for healing and to foster their own personal growth would reside. Today, the healing center houses ten holistic health practitioners. Available to the public are services that include deep tissue and relaxing massage therapy, chiropractic care, reflexology, acupressure with color and sound, music imagery, colon hydrotherapy and astrology readings. The community Woods envisioned is Adawehi Wellness Village, founded in 1998, by Woods and a small group of like-minded followers. This is where 50 residents live, each contributing their own unique gifts and helping one another achieve their full personal growth potential. The vil-

lage contains 10 single family homes, and nine community homes that are leased to residents. The community homes are shared properties with four to nine occupants. Each resident enjoys a private bedroom and office space, and share a living room, kitchen and bathroom space. Those who aspire to live at Adawehi may—depending upon availability—lease space over a period of six months to ensure Adawehi is the right fit for them. The grounds of Adawehi are breathtaking, with a balance of natural and manicured gardens. A haven for common and rare plant species, Stewardship Forest is a native plant preserve that includes walking trails lined with ferns, azaleas, hazelnuts, birches and a variety of wildflowers and bees. Woods is the spiritual heart of the community and continues to provide individual spiritual and personal growth tutoring. She is the author of numerous books and CDs on the many aspects of spiritual development. Woods and her son Russell, a licensed massage therapist who practices at Adawehi, regularly record discussions devoted to helping people discover their spiritual qualities. Her individual website, JackieWoods.org is a treasure trove of personal growth articles, archived radio shows, CDs available for purchase and is the place to subscribe to her motivational newsletter. Beginning with the vision of a healing center, Adawehi has grown into a unique residential community that includes an organic health food store, a conference center, three shops, greenhouses, gardens, an exercise facility, and a bed and breakfast. Adawehi is open to the public as a spiritual retreat center and hosts weekly meditations, monthly dinners, consignment sale days, pancake breakfasts, celebration dances, game nights and community work weekends. Adawehi is the Cherokee word for “healing”, which is embodied in every facet of this community. Adawehi is located at 93 Adawehi Lane, Columbus, NC. For more information, call 828-894-5260. To schedule an appointment with a health practitioner or to view events, activities, and to take a virtual tour, go to Adawehi.com. For more information on Jackie Woods, her CDs and books, and to access her articles and archived radio shows, go to JackieWoods.org. June 2018

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DOING NOTHING Why Timeouts Matter by April Thompson

I The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. ~Lao Tzu

n a harried world where our work is never done, it’s tough to take timeouts to do nothing. Yet, when we pump the brakes on Americans’ obsessive drive, we discover fresh productivity, creativity and contentment. “We’re socialized to pride ourselves on accomplishment and achievement, yet when you step back, you realize doing nothing produces a valuable currency, especially in enhanced mental health,” says Colleen Long, a Boston psychologist and author of Happiness in B.A.L.A.N.C.E: What We Know Now About Happiness. Italians call it la dolce far niente, or the sweetness of doing nothing, while the Dutch word niksen translates as “doing something without a purpose”. Here are a few tips to reclaim the art of be-ing over do-ing.

Create a “do nothing” ritual. Set

aside a special time and make it known. It can start the morning or wind down an evening. It may be meditating a few minutes or enjoying a bit of aromatherapy, wherever the heart leads.

Relax into the moment. Acknowledge

guilty feelings when they arise, but don’t heed them. It takes time to undo mental programming and learn to quiet the voice urging, “Don’t just stand there, do something!”

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Mindfully do nothing. It’s not about

vegging out with passive activities like watching TV or checking email. It’s a time to come alive to our senses and surroundings, whether listening to music or peoplewatching, free of distractions from phone calls or anxious thoughts.

Doing something is okay. The aim

is to let go of the compulsion to check off every item on our to-do list—but that doesn’t mean blankly staring off into space. These are purposeful moments without a specific purpose. Doodle in a sketchbook, wander around the neighborhood or lie in the grass and look at clouds. Spontaneously go with the flow.

There’s no one way or right way to do nothing. “Just by carving out space,

you’ll get a benefit even if it doesn’t feel like you’re doing it right or perfectly,” advises Long. It looks different for different people. “Before I had kids, my ‘nothing time’ might be just being out in nature or simply doing one thing mindfully at a time, like washing dishes. Now I incorporate the principle into family time. One day a week, I shut off the phone, get on the floor with my kids and just let life get messy.” Connect with April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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drinking more of them,” she says. According to the National Alliance for Youth Sports, the recommended beverage contents for active kids during sports and other activities should contain at least 100 milligrams (mg) of sodium and at least 28 mg of potassium per eight ounces. It should be noncarbonated. We asked two moms keen on nutrition how they include these elements in drinks that kids will like.

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t day camp or the pool, on the playing field or in the backyard, kids can get really thirsty, especially as temperatures climb. Although filtered water is always a good choice, sugary, carbonated, artificially colored and flavored beverages can be tempting. Having homemade options ready can entice kids to stay hydrated in a healthy way.

Clued-in Professionals “As a sports nutritionist and mother of

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Michele Olivier, the mother of daughters Elliette and Parker, views herself as both a lover of food and a control freak. The Denver, Colorado, recipe blogger started off making food for her baby and toddler. As her kids grew and their nutritional needs changed, she created new recipes, including healthy sports drinks that both balance electrolytes and hydrate. While Elliette loves water and has no trouble staying hydrated, Parker loves juice, so Mom had to “make something that looks like juice, but is healthy,” says Olivier. Four main ingredients are a little frozen fruit left over from breakfast smoothies, a bit of honey for sweetening, a dash of Himalayan sea salt and water, or herbal tea or coconut water. She might also add fresh mint, ginger or other natural flavorings (BabyFoode.com). Heather Dessinger, a mom of three and blogger of recipes and natural mothering tips from Santa Fe, Tennessee, makes a drink based on coconut water with lime juice, raw honey and sea salt for older kids that play soccer or other warm-weather sports. Dessinger describes herself as a researcher and healthy living DIY fan (Mommypotamus.com). With homemade drinks, we know exactly what is—and what isn’t—in them. They can be made in batches and kept in the refrigerator. Dessinger relates, “I’ve found that when I make a batch with honey, which is naturally antimicrobial, and store it in the coldest part of the fridge, my homemade sports drink lasts for at least a week.” Judith Fertig writes cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

HEALTHY HYDRATING RECIPES Blackberry + Lemon + Mint Electrolyte Drink photos by Stephen Blancett

Yields: 4 cups 4 blackberries, fresh or frozen ½ lemon, juiced 1 mint leaf 1 Tbsp honey ⅛ tsp Himalayan pink salt 4 cups water, herbal

iced tea or coconut water

Add ice to a water bottle and pour electrolyte water on top to serve. Popsicle Option: Follow the same instructions, but add an additional tablespoon of honey, and then pour the electrolyte drink into popsicle molds and freeze overnight. Courtesy of Michele Olivier, Tinyurl.com/4SportsDrinks4Kids.

Place all ingredients in a blender and set on high for 45 to 60 seconds or until fruit is completely puréed.

Coconut & Lime Sports Drink Yields: about 4½ cups of bolder taste for older kids

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Colony Cove, in Ellenton, Florida, is a 55-plus retirement community that allows multiple pets, including some breeds banned elsewhere. It maintains a large dog park, and at summer’s end, dogs are welcome to take a dip in the pool. Further, the association offers mobile groomers, photos with Santa and costume contests. All species are welcome at Rose Villa Senior Living, in Portland, Oregon, where residents’ request for an off-leash dog park play area was granted. One resident owns two dogs, two cats and an African gray parrot. The largest-ever Canadian residential project to earn Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design platinum certification, Calgary’s University District, embraces

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s of last year, 90 million dogs lived in American homes. Including cats, birds, fish, small animals and reptiles, the grand total is 393 million, reports the American Pet Products Association. Pets are considered family members by 95 percent of their people. Accordingly, pets are a key consideration in choosing a friendly place to live or visit. The personal finance website WalletHub analyzed the most pet-friendly U.S. cities encompassing criteria inclusive of access to veterinarians and cost, pet insurance rates, pet-friendly restaurants, pet-centric businesses, dog parks and animal shelters. SmartAsset, a personal finance technology company, ranked cities by dog parks, pet-friendly restaurants and stores, walkability, weather and housing costs. Unsurprisingly, many high picks are in warmer climates.

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says Alexandra Bassett, a professional dog trainer and owner of Dog Savvy Los Angeles. “I hike off-leash in Runyon Canyon and we visit the Pawbar at Pussy & Pooch, a pet lifestyle boutique, to mingle and sample treats. Food is the fastest way to make a dog comfortable in just about any setting.” Irvine and Carlsbad, California, and Portland, Maine, are among the first cities to ban use of toxic pesticides in public areas and homes, following pressure from local groups. Being closer to the ground and smaller in size, pets suffer adverse reactions faster than humans. Contact local environmental groups to help ban harmful insecticides and herbicides in public areas. In Pasco County, Florida, Epperson Community homes exemplify eco- and pet-friendly planning, with open spaces and solar power-lit trails for jogging and walking. Birdhouses throughout the property welcome wild feathered friends. A centerpiece lagoon enhances scenic walks and uses less water and energy than a traditional pool or golf course. Separate paths allocated for bikes and driverless cars keep dog walkers safe.

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ogs eat grass, roll in it and walk on it. Pesticides on feet and fur walk into the house. One of the top three pesticides sold in the U.S., known as 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid, or 2,4-D, is used for golf courses, landscaping and public areas. Popular products containing 2,4-D include: n Bayer Advanced All-in-One Lawn Weed and Crabgrass Killer n Ortho Weed-B-Gon Max n Scotts Liquid Turf Builder n Scotts Snap Pac Weed & Feed n Sta-Green Phosphorus-Free Weed & Feed Source: HealthyPets.Mercola.com

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ecological conservaFind amenable lodging Prairie. Birgit and Jim tion, habitat restoraat PetsWelcome.com. Walker, authors of tion and long-term Keep Your Paws on the conservation manageRoad: A Practical Guide to Traveling with ment principles. Designed for residents to age in place with their families, recreational Dogs, travel by RV in summer with their three dogs to favorite stops like Tombstone, fitness amenities include on- and off-leash Arizona. “Some tourist dog parks, a pet-friendly activity space and areas don’t welcome dogs, but in Tombstone, paths leading to parks. dogs can go for stagecoach rides and down into a mine with you,” she says. Favorite Activities Kim Salerno, president and founder of Sara Nick, chief content officer at SideTripsWithPets.com, in Wake Forest, North walk Dog Media, in Minneapolis, suggests Carolina, recommends Kimpton or Aloft experiencing unique adventures. Dog padhotels. “Kimpton accepts any pet, any size, dling takes on new meaning via stand-up weight, breed or species. Amenities include paddleboarding with a pooch at Minnesoa bed, treats, a water bowl and toys with no ta’s Split Rock Lighthouse and Tettegouche additional pet fee,” she says. state parks. Whatever the weather, equine Salerno continues, “In Asheville, dogs friendly pups can ride along in a horseare allowed on the grounds of the Biltmore drawn carriage from Doubletree Carriage Estate. The Ernest Hemingway House, in Company, in Spring Valley. Dogs are Key West, Florida, allows small, cat-friendly welcome to watch or snooze through film dogs. Boutiques, feed stores, wineries and showings at the Long Drive-In, in Long

art galleries may say yes to pets. Ask first and make sure your pet is well-behaved.” Whether at home or traveling, families can enjoy many opportunities to share new experiences with pets. Just be sure they mind their manners to have a good time. Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring. com.ecological conservation, habitat restoration and long-term conservation management principles. Designed for residents to age in place with their families, recreational fitness amenities include on- and off-leash dog parks, a pet-friendly activity space and paths leading to parks.

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San Francisco—dog parks, walkability and friendly restaurants Albuquerque—only 28 rainy days a year, plus affordable housing Tucson—50 welcoming restaurants and sunny weather San Diego—200 restaurants, plus a dogs-welcome beach Denver—posted solid scores in all categories Las Vegas—dog parks favored by dry, sunny weather New York City—high on walkability, especially in good weather Sacramento—affordable housing and lots of green space Phoenix—friendly restaurants and shops, plus sunny days Chicago—great walking; bundle up against lake breezes Top 10 list by SmartAsset.com. Find a different, 100 best list at Wallethub.com/edu/most-pet-friendly-cities/5562.

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nderson County PAWS is an open-intake shelter that provided help to approximately 7,400 animals last year. Kim Sanders, their director and veterinarian, says the goal of PAWS is to find loving and wonderful homes for each of the 175 dogs and 15 cats that are presently available for adoption. There is no adoption fee for cats and the fee for dogs is $35, with reduced fees offered often. This includes heartworm testing for dogs, and FeLV, FIV for cats. The pets also receive their required vaccines and are microchiped, dewormed, spayed or neutered and receive flea treatment. PAWS is a county-funded organization. Upstate Natural Awakenings would like to introduce you to a couple of their star boarders. We will repeat this feature in each of our quarterly pet issues which run in March, June, September and December. You can also go on to the PAWS website to view other pets who are waiting for that special person to love. Hi, my name is Radar. I am as much fun as my ears are big. I love to play with the

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toys out in the yard. I have a kennel mate and I am very respectful of her space. I am very aware that “hoomans” do not like to be jumped on, so I will ask for affection nicely. I believe I am a little guy, though, and do enjoy your lap. Come to PAWS and say hello. Perhaps I am your perfect match. Eliza here! If you compared me to candy, I would be a Hershey’s Kiss and just like the tag on the inside, my tail is long and always wagging! I love to take short breaks from my casual strolls to roll through the grass with delight and, if you’ve got a safe place for me to play off-leash, I will show you how sweetly I handle my stuffed animal friends. I can be a bit of a Sour Patch Kid when around other animals, so I need a family that understands the needs of an only child. With a little love and guidance, I’m sure to become your Sweet Tart. 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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Peter Gros on Preserving Wild Nature

by Sandra Murphy

eter Gros, co-host of the original Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom TV show, wildlife expert and environmental conservationist, now educates groups of young people that spend more time on their handheld devices than they do outdoors. His message impresses upon the next generation the importance of wildlife and open spaces as they gift us with heartfelt awe and balance, and engage us with nature to offset manmade lives. His 30 years of field experiences include serving as a wildlife lecturer and licensed U.S. Department of Agriculture exhibitor. An active member of the American Zoo and Aquariums Association and the Zoological Association of America, Gros is also on the board of directors of the Suisun Marsh Natural History Association and a trustee for the Cheetah Conservation Fund. He lives in Seattle and spends time in national forests when not speaking to groups.

Which animals are most often displaced by development so that we now share space with them? Deer, raccoons, alligators and coyotes are common neighbors, depending on where you live. The deer population used to be controlled by natural predators like wolves; without wolves, deer can overpopulate. The best thing to remember is that animals go where there’s a food supply. Gardens attract deer; cat or dog food left out

brings raccoons. Coyotes and alligators must lose their fear of humans in order to eat. Don’t feed, tease or interact with them. Take photos from a distance. Call your local government animal agency for help or referral to a licensed animal rehabber before “rescuing” an abandoned baby; mothers often spend periods of time away hunting for food.

Why are some animals in danger of being killed on sight? We react to snakes, wolves and bats from a place of unfounded fears: snakes don’t have facial expressions, are seen as cold or slimy and move quickly; wolves are dangerous; bats can tangle in your hair. These are all tall tales. Animals want to avoid us. We’ve reacted to our own fears with needless snake roundups, bounties on wolves and panic when a tiny bat swoops by. Historically, there have been no attacks on humans by wolves, and reintroducing them into Yellowstone National Park has restored a natural balance. Snakes keep disease-carrying rodents away. Bats use their radar to steer clear. We need to understand each animal’s purpose and place in nature. Feeding wildlife corrupts natural behaviors and removes their fear of humans. When we deem them a nuisance or inconvenient, we treat them like they’re disposable and have no value. It’s better for everyone to enjoy the fact that animals are there and keep our distance.

Who else is working to educate people about the importance of wildlife and habitat? Zoos used to be concrete-enclosed collections of animals. Now they are education centers, offering enrichment programs and improved natural habitats to keep the animals active and interested. Waterfalls, swimming pools, trees, puzzles and toys that prompt animals to mimic hunting behaviors help keep a resident animal’s mind and body active. Breeding programs help maintain endangered species. We’re able to study and learn about a species while caring for them. One breeding program I worked with focused on spotted and striped big cats: the leopards and tigers. In another, we used incubators to hatch eggs among a threatened ostrich population. In Big Sur, California, condors have been raised with puppets so they wouldn’t imprint on humans before being released. Nature and science centers across the country are also teaching people about the importance of animals.

What makes you hopeful for the future? Each of us can make a daily difference in preserving our natural world. I’ve been fortunate in being able to showcase wild animals, help endangered or protected species and share what I’ve learned in educational forums. Good news includes sighting of the black-footed ferret, once thought to be extinct. Mountain lions are recovering. We are learning from past mistakes. A big lesson is that what nature provides isn’t in endless supply, so we must be wise and frugal with all of our natural resources.

What are you most passionate about? No one should have a wild or exotic animal as a pet. The animals I show to audiences were bottle-raised or rescued. They can’t be released and so have become animal ambassadors. When people see them, they better understand the importance of nature and wildlife to people and the planet. I’m passionate about preserving wildlife and open spaces. Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com. June 2018

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10 Foods Help Us Relax and Rest

by Judith Fertig

etting enough sleep—or not—has a trickle-down effect. A study in the Journal of Obesity shows that good quality shut-eye helps us reduce stress, lose weight and function better. Research also shows that most Americans would be healthier, happier and safer going about their daily activities if they slept 60 to 90 more minutes each night, according to the American Psychological Association. A consistent sleep routine helps enable a good night’s rest, with activities like going to bed at the same time whenever possible; shutting down the Internet, email and text messaging at least an hour before bedtime; and limiting intake of caffeine and alcohol. Another best practice is eating foods that help us relax, fall and stay asleep. Four primary sleep-promoting vitamins and minerals naturally found in foods are tryptophan, magnesium, calcium and vitamin B6. Some of these help the body produce melatonin, the hormone responsible for regulating the body’s sleep/wake patterns called circadian rhythms. Others enhance serotonin, which carries nerve signals and relays messages in the brain related to mood and sleep.

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Some foods are naturally packed with these essential vitamins and minerals, and eating certain foods at certain times can help us tip the scale towards a successful night of restful sleep.

Kiwi. Full of vitamins C and E, serotonin and folate, kiwi can help us sleep longer. In a study at Taipei Medical University, in Taiwan, researchers had participants eat two kiwifruits one hour before bedtime for four weeks. Total sleep time improved by 13.4 percent.

Soy. In a Japanese study published in the Nutrition Journal, researchers surveyed 1,076 participants between 20 and 78 on how often they ate soy products, which are rich in sleep-enhancing isoflavones. Those that ate the most soy foods enjoyed deeper, more sustained sleep. Researchers concluded that soy’s isoflavones help regulate the sleep/wake cycle.

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Tart cherry juice. A study by the University of Rochester, in New York, found that older adults drinking two, eight-ounce servings of tart red cherry juice daily, one in the morning and one at night for two weeks, enjoyed moderate sleep improvement, comparable to taking the herb valerian and melatonin.

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Fish. Salmon, halibut, mackerel and tuna help boost the production of vitamin B6, which helps make melatonin. A recent study from the University of Pennsylvania published in Scientific Reports found that eating more fish led both to better sleep and improved cognitive function in children.

Fiber-rich foods. Choices such as chia seeds, nuts and whole grains help promote restorative “slow-wave” sleep, according to the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.

promote good sleep. A study in the Journal of Pineal Research found that men that ate two bananas at a time for a week had a rise in melatonin that reached a peak two hours later; pineapple juice and orange juice also raised those levels.

Walnuts. Eating a handful of walnuts an hour before bedtime provides fiber- supporting, restorative, slowwave sleep, concluded a study in the journal Nutrition. Plus, walnuts are a good source of tryptophan, which helps make serotonin and melatonin; University of Texas researchers also found that walnuts contain their own source of melatonin.

Calcium-fortified yogurt. According to Dr. William Sears, a pediatrician in Pasadena, California, and author of The Baby Sleep Book: The Complete Guide to a Good Night’s Rest for the Whole Family, “Calcium helps the brain use the amino acid tryptophan to manufacture the sleep-inducing substance melatonin. This explains why dairy products, which contain both tryptophan and calcium, are some of the top sleepinducing foods.”

Bananas. Rich in potassium, magnesium, tryptophan and vitamin B6, which are used to make melatonin, bananas help

Dark leafy greens. Kale, spinach and collard greens are among the magnesium-rich greens that can help us de-stress and go to sleep, says Dr. Raj Dasgupta, a professor of pulmonary and sleep medicine at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles.

Almonds and dates. Nerina Ramlakhan, Ph.D., a London sleep therapist and author of Fast Asleep but Wide Wake: Discover the Secrets of Restorative Sleep and Vibrant Energy, counsels her clients to start at breakfast by eating eight almonds and two dates. These two fiber-rich foods are able to slowly help produce melatonin for later in the day.

Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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calendar of events FRIDAY, JUNE 1 51st Festival of Flowers Main Weekend – 9am7pm. Month of June; main weekend through June 3. Join the town of Greenwood for a blooming good time this June for their 51st Festival of Flowers. There will be larger than life “living” topiaries in the square of Uptown Greenwood along with a schedule full of events for the whole family during the entire month of June. Most events free. Uptown Greenwood. SCFestivalOfFowers.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 3 “Cultivating Confidence” with Shellie Enteen – 10:30am-noon. Confidence: an admired, desired quality and key to success. Guided by spiritual principles and opinions, we’ll explore how self-confidence develops and why we invest confidence in other people and things. Love offering appreciated. No registration required. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendleton. Questions, call 646-6114. “Introduction Bach Flower Remedies” with Shellie Enteen – 12:30-3pm. The Bach Flower Essences are a gentle but profound energy-healing method. The essences are totally safe and can be used by all people, regardless of age and health condition. Love offering appreciated. No registration required. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendleton. Questions, call 646-6114.

FRIDAY, JUNE 8 3 Day Vintage and Design Show and Sale – 10am5pm. Through June 10. Enthusiasts of antiques and other vintage and design items are invited to attend a three-day showcase event, sanctioned by the South Carolina Festival of Flowers, to benefit Greenwood Performing Arts, Inc. (GPA), which concludes its 71st season in May. $15 for all 3 days. James Medford Family Event Center, Piedmont Technical College, 620 Emerald Rd N., Greenwood. 800-8685528. GreenwoodAntiqueShow.com.

mark your calendar FRIDAY, JUNE 8 3Day VeganFest / Beneﬁt for Brother Wolf Animal Sanctuary – Fri, 9am to late; Sat, 10am to late; Sun 11am to 6pm. On Friday and Saturday, listen to speakers from around the country tackle the latest vegan issues in our new venue, The Orange Peel. On Sunday, enjoy an outdoor festival with over 75 vendors showcasing vegan food, beer, lifestyle products and more. Asheville VeganFest is hosted by the largest no-kill animal rescue organization in N.C., Brother Wolf Animal Rescue. Free except beneﬁt shows; see website News tab, top right event. Location: Asheville; Fri/ Sat: The Orange Peel; Sun: Pack Sq. Pk. VeganFest.bwar.org. Caitlin@bwar.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 10 Beyond “The Secret” with Phyllis Benfield – 10:30-noon. Does the Law of Attraction bring you all you desire? Is there more to the story? What is missing from “The Secret”? Love offering appreciated. No registration required. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendleton. Questions, call 646-6114.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 12 Past-Life Regression – 4-6:30pm. Hypnosis is a fun method of recall where you will be guided on a peaceful journey. If you ever wanted to explore past life regression, here’s your chance. Call to register; deposit required. $35. Life Path Hypnosis. Event held at Raven’s Star, 916 E Main St., Spartanburg. Geraldine Cook: 774-239-4644. LifePathHypnosisAndCoaching.com. Gerrie@LifePathHypnosisAndCoaching.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 14 Music by The Lake Summer Concert Series – 7:30-9:30pm. Enjoy a cross-section of Big Band, Jazz, Bluegrass, Contemporary, Marches, and Orchestral favorites. June 14 will be Spartanburg Jazz Ensemble. The Amphitheater at Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Hwy. Greenville. Concert questions: 294-2086; parking questions: 294-2111.

FRIDAY, JUNE 15 10 Day Chautauqua History Alive – Through June 24. A ten-day festival of non-stop live history and fun for the whole family. A different show outdoors each night and more indoors during the day. Five different shows performed by nationally acclaimed historical interpreters. And the audience is always a part of the show. Most shows free and in Greenville; some in Spartanburg, SC, and Asheville, NC. 864.244.1499. Info@GreenvilleChautauqua.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 17 ”All These Years Later: Fathers and Mothers” – 10:30-noon. Join us as we honor fathers and mothers, ancestors, and children. We celebrate connection in that beautiful circle of love and life, past and future. We are spiraling into love! Love offering appreciated. No registration required. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendleton. Questions, call 646-6114.

SUNDAY, JUNE 24 “What is Not Love” with LC Branch – 10:30noon. A look at the ideas and assumptions we attach to this thing called Love. Love offering appreciated. No registration required. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendleton. Questions, call 646-6114.

THURSDAY, JUNE 28 SC Festival of Stars – Various times. Through June 30. Kick off the 4th of July holiday with the SC Festival of Stars, an annual 3-day festival in Ninety Six. Join them this year at Ninety Six’s Town Park for a full weekend of festivities including a town parade, food, rides, crafts, contests, classic and custom automobiles, live music, a fireworks show on night of June 30. Free. Ninety-Six Town Park, 89 Saluda St., Ninety Six. 543.3396. SCFestivalOfStars.com.

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on going events Note: Dates are subject to change. Please use contact information to confirm dates and times of events. How to submit: All listings must be received by the 5th of the month prior to publication. Please help by following the format as seen below and email listings to Calendar@UpstateNA.com. Non-advertiser calendar entries are subject to availability and are $15 per each submission.

monday 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 Small Group Customized Yoga & Fitness – 5:45pm. Personalized blend of functional conditioning, yoga therapy, strength and balance. RSVP required to customize sessions limited to six participants. Please email or call to schedule your participation. Cost $60 shared between participants. Choose Joyful Health. Event held at Riverside Tennis Club, 435 Hammett Bridge Rd., Greer. Joan Craig: 561 -5925. ChooseJoyfulHealth.com. Joan@ ChooseJoyfulHealth.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. 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. 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, Zen, 924 S. Main St., Greenville.

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 Beginner Flow Yoga Class – 11:45am-12:45pm. Learn the basics of a Vinyasa Flow class. You’ll learn the poses & sequences of Sun Salutations and practice them with a slow flow. For very beginners as well as more experienced yogis looking for a gentler flow. 1st class is free. New client special: $25 for 15 consecutive days. $12 drop in rate. Mel-O-Yoga, 803 W. Poinsett St., Greer. Melanie Boulos: 979-6133. Mel-O-Yoga.com. MBoulos@ Bellsouth.net.

Meditation and Mindfulness Group – 6:307:30pm. Deborah Edwards, Chopra Center-certified Perfect Health Instructor, leads meditation and offers mindfulness tips and instruction. Whether for relaxation, stress relief or health, science supports the benefits of a regular meditation practice. All levels can benefit. Free. Affordable Acupuncture, 3100 Grandview Dr., Simpsonville. 406-3800.

wednesday Yoga for EveryBODY – 9:15am. Gentle yoga class. All are welcome to participate with Instructor Angela Murphy. $10. Event held at Riverside Tennis Club, 435 Hammett Bridge Rd., Greer. Alison Frazier: 848-0918. 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 Weight Loss Wednesdays – 6-7:30pm. Have you tried other avenues for weight loss? Maybe you just want to try something new. How about hypnosis? It’s a safe, effective process and studies show that it works. Call to register. $25/week; $120/6 weeks. Life Path Hypnosis, 1015 W. Poinsett St., Greer. Geraldine Cook: 774-239 -4644. LifePathHypnosisAndCoaching.com.Gerrie@LifePathHypnosisAndCoaching.com. Free Solar and Energy Savings Workshop – 121pm. Free educational event in our showroom. Learn how to reduce or eliminate increasing power bills, save money, improve your home, take advantage of thousands in government incentives, help the environment, and become energy independent. Free – lunch provided. US Energy Solutions, 3146 Wade Hampton Blvd., Taylors. 729-4707. WhyGreenEnergy.com. Karen@WhyGreenEnergy.com.

thursday 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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classifieds and jobs WANTED: SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST. Both full-time and part-time (3:30 to 6 p.m.) positions available - Experience working with children and adults. Email resume and references to Jeannie@ BEACONslps.com. SEEKING LICENSED HVAC CONTRACTOR to do final 10% of connection for 2 ton, 1300 SEER dual heat pump system for reasonable price. Boxes made, lines run, ductwork and crawl space unit in place. Need electric connected to unit and panel, and unit charged and tested. Contact HouseStuff9@gmail.com. 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. NEW WELLNESS CENTER IN GREER is hiring massage therapists for all shifts. Other practitioners are welcome to contact us for collaboration. Contact Doug 864-884-5115. NEED A NEW LOOK for your advertising and promotional material? Graphic designer with 15 years experience in the wellness and holistic industry. Fully bilingual: English and Spanish. Call 787-297-8818 or email Waleska@PRNatural.com

MeetUp: Have You Had A Spiritual Experience? Greenville – 7-8:30p. 2nd Thursday of the month. This Meetup is open to anyone looking for answers and validation of personal spiritual experiences. Topics vary monthly. Join other like hearted Souls seeking God in their everyday life. Free. Eckankar. Location will vary. 346-3058. Meetup.com/UpstateSpiritual-Experiences-Group or Eck-SC.org.

saturday All Levels Yoga Class – 10:30-11:45am. 75 min class every Saturday morning. Work on strengthening and lengthening your muscles, improving your balance and calming your mind. Modifications will be given for all poses, so truly all levels are welcome! 1st class is free. New client special: $25 for 15 consecutive days. $12 drop in rate. Mel-O-Yoga, 803 W. Poinsett St., Greer. Melanie Boulos: 9796133. Mel-O-Yoga.com. MBoulos@Bellsouth.net. Free Solar and Energy Savings Workshop – 121pm. Free educational event in our showroom. Learn how to reduce or eliminate increasing power bills, save money, improve your home, take advantage of thousands in government incentives, help the environment, and become energy independent. Free – lunch provided. US Energy Solutions, 3146 Wade Hampton Blvd., Taylors. 729-4707. WhyGreenEnergy.com. Karen@WhyGreenEnergy.com.

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.

AIR PURIFICATION FRESCO AIR PURIFIER

Rodney Leatherman 236 East Main St 120 877-224-1447 • Sevierville www.FrescoHealth.com info@dropyourenergybill.com

Fresco has produced Quality Products over 20 years, conditions 4000 sf. Local demonstrations available. Removes smoke, pet, mold, mildew, odors. 5 year warranty. Satisfaction Guarantee!

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

CHIROPRACTIC BIO-ENERGETIC TESTING

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

We help people get to the root cause of their health issues where other doctors cannot. We use BioEnergetic testing methods and incorporate German-manufactured Homeopathic drainage remedies and supplements. Oxygen Therapy and Chiropractic Care also offered. See ad, page 7.

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 11.

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.

AUGER FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

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

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 6.

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 13.

LIFE CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC 1272 Woodruff Rd. 864-288-2136 • Greenville DrEdwardsChiro.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 5.

ST. JOHN FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Nancy St. John 148 Walnut Lane, Suite I Travelers Rest • 864-834-8099

Pain relief through healing adjustments. We teach you the proper postural positions, i.e., erogonomics, to follow in all your activities—walking, sleeping, sitting , standing, vacuuming, working at a computer, etc. See ad, page 11

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY GREENHILL PHARMACY

2531 Woodruff Rd. (Five Forks Promenade) 864-520-1550 • Simpsonville GreenHillRx.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.

Offering compounding solutions for pediatric, veterinarian, dermatology, topical pain creams, hormone replacement, hospice, sports medicine and more. Covered by insurance. Free and curbside delivery. Pure, natural beauty and nutritional products.

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We compound medicines to meet patients’ unique needs for: • Pediatric • Veterinarian • Dermatology • Pain Creams • BHRT • Hospice • Nutraceuticals • Sports Medicine • Geriatrics …and we carry Red Clay Soaps and doTERRA essential oils.

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COUNSELING AND COACHING NATURE’S WAY HOME

Shelly M. Smith, LPC, LMFT 864-933-8000 • Pickens ShellySmith.org ShellyAsCoach@gmail.com

Specializing in a nature-based, body-centered approach to help you get to the root of the issue and release it with ease. Free phone consultation. Call or email to schedule. See ad, page 28.

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.

FARMS DAY SPA TRANQUILITY DAY SPA

1015 West Poinsett Street 864-479-0497 • Greer TranquilityMindBodySpirit.com TranquilityMBS@aol.com

Natural, vegan, gluten- and GMO-free skincare products. We offer facials, microdermabrasion, body waxing, eyelash enhancements, manicures/pedicures, ionic body detoxification, massage therapy and reflexology. See ad, page 23.

DENTISTRY

HAPPY COW CREAMERY

332 McKelvey Rd. 864-243-9699 • Pelzer HappyCowCreamery.com

Offering high-quality, fresh milk directly from our own grass-fed dairy cows. Whole milk, chocolate milk, cultured buttermilk and strawberry milk are a few of the products offered at our farm store.

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.

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 4.

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 4.

GREEN BUILDING AND BEYOND ENERGY SOURCE HOME SOLUTION Rodney Leatherman 236 East Main St 120 877-224-1447 • Sevierville www.EnergySourceHome.com info@dropyourenergybill.com

Cutting edge technology is available - The Future is Now! Delivered anywhere; engineered with Ultra-Efficiency, incredible strength, amazing designs with quicker build times, shipped factory direct. See ad, page 3.

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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.

HEALTH FOOD STORES BELUE FARMS NATURAL FOODS MARKET

Harriett Belue, co-owner 3769 Parris Bridge Road 864-578-0446 • Boiling Springs www.beluefarms.com market@beluefarms.com

Stocking local, organic and specialty foods including fresh produce, grass-fed beef, pastured meats and eggs, wildcaught seafood, raw milk and cheese, gluten-free staples, wholesome snacks, Paleo/GAPS/Whole 30 foods, herbal supplements and CBD hemp oil. See ad page 27.

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.

UPSTATE FOOD CO-OP

Theresa Pizzuto, General Manager 404 John Holliday Rd. 864-868-3105 • Six Mile UpstateFoodCoop.com Info@UpstateFoodCoop.com

Member-owned, volunteer-run, non-profit business: natural & organic foods, supplements, herbs. Working members pay lower prices, trial memberships available. Members may place orders with our suppliers. See ad page 27.

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.

MASSAGE / BODYWORK BODY RHYTHM MASSAGE LLC.

Rebekah Welty, LMBT SC. 7572 6907 - D Calhoun Memorial Hwy. 864-569-6930 • Easley BodyRhythmMassage.net BodyRhythm@Live.com

Get in tune with your body’s natural rhythm through massage. Customized massage to fit each client’s needs. Thai, swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, hot stone and more. Call to schedule an appointment. See ad, page 10.

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 ads, pages 7 and 23.

HOLISTIC WELLNESS RICHARD EBERT, IBD

Tri-Wellness.BEMERgroup.com DEbert.TriWellness@gmail.com

BEMER’s uniqueness is its signal and configuration. The signal leads to scientifically grounded stimulation of the smallest vessels supporting the circulatory system as a whole. See ad, page 7.

GERALDINE BOUDROT-COOK

1015 W. Poinsett St. 774-239-4644 • Greer LifePathHypnosisAndCoaching.com Gerrie@LifePathHypnosisAndCoaching.com Create balance in your life with hypnosis. Learn to smooth out obstacles, build self-esteem and confidence, release stress positively, lose weight, quit smoking and more.

PRECISION WELLNESS

Terry Pilch 109 E. Regency Commons Dr. 864-320-7393 Greer (Circulation Nation Bldg.) TerryPilch.com • Terry@TerryPilch.com

OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE FULCRUM OSTEOPATHIC WELLNESS CLINIC

Rebecca J. Bowers, D.O., C-NMM/OMM 4010 E. North St., Ste. 4 864-417-5255 • Greenville

Osteopathically-trained physician using OMM (osteopathic manipulative medicine) to help people reduce pain and discomfort, increase physical performance and improve health and general well-being. See ad, page 15.

PHOTOGRAPHY JONATHAN DOYEL PHOTOGRAPHY

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

Picture Your Life. Visit our website to schedule your portrait session for children, professional, boudoir, and more. Request a quote for wedding and event photography.

ROLFING / STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION CODY SMOLIK, LLC

Offices in Greenville, SC; Fairfield County, CT; Park Slope, Brooklyn Cody.Smolik@gmail.com Cody-Smolik-Rolf-Si.com 917-544-4412 (cell)

Advanced Rolf Practitioner/ Structural Integrator – align and transform your body. End pain; help with chronic injury, scar tissue; add resilience, flexibility; improve balance and movement. Structural Integration offers long-lasting results.

SOLAR AND GREEN ENERGY U.S. ENERGY SOLUTIONS

Don Redman, President 3146 Wade Hampton Blvd. • Taylors, SC 864-729-4707 • WhyGreenEnergy.com

Assisting residential and commercial property owners with cost-effective solar and green energy solutions for saving money and reducing or eliminating their dependency on grid power. See ad, page 21.

SPIRITUAL CENTER UNITY CENTER OF CLEMSON/ANDERSON

304 Lebanon Rd. 864-646-6114 • Pendleton UnityofClemsonAnderson.org

Unity is an inclusive, progressive spiritual community emphasizing personal growth and living consciously. We offer practical teachings that empower abundant and meaningful living. See ad, page 20.

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 11.

Stay healthy with a wholebody preventative natural approach. Five years experience in Functional Nutrition health planning. Schedule free Zyto Precision Wellness body scan today at our website.

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VETERINARY CARE ALL ABOUT PETS

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

LE-VEL THRIVE

Stephanie Bowen 207-660-5910 • Greer StephBowen02.Le-vel.com StantonBowen66@gmail

Customized for gender, probiotic and enzyme blend, antioxidant nutrient mineral-dense formula. Assists with weight management, cognitive performance, digestive and immune function and antioxidant support. See ad, page 11.

Over 30 years’ experience offering holistic and conventional veterinary medicine, acupuncture, homeopathy, Chinese herbals, orthopedic manipulation, prolotherapy, laser and stem cell therapy and pet boarding too. See ad, page 31.

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE

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

WHOLE BODY VIBRATION CIRCULATION NATION®

864-593-8217 • Greenville/Greer 864-221-5719 • Anderson CirculationNation.com

Shake your way to better health. Low impact, kind to joints, suitable for all ages, including seniors. Hydrate, vibrate, rejuvenate and try the easiest 10 minute workout you’ll ever do! See ad, page 36.

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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 11.

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 14.

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