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contents 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.

20 WEIGHT-LOSS SABOTEURS

Tackling Obesityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hidden Causes by Lisa Marshall

24 AFFORDABLE

COMPLEMENTARY CARE Alternatives to Insurance Cost Less

by Meredith Montgomery

26 JULIA SCHOPICK

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ON EFFECTIVE, AFFORDABLE MEDICINE by Randy Kambic

27 A DIFFERENT

PERSPECTIVE ON RELATIONSHIP COUNSELING by Barbara Bolduc

28 THE DARK SIDE OF

GLUTEN-FREE LIVING

Most People Benefit from Gluten

by Judith Fertig

32 BODY SCULPT

WITH KETTLEBELLS Workouts Burn Fat and Tone Muscle by Taylor Geiger

34 THE WILD AND

WOOLY TEEN BRAIN What Kids Need from Us to Grow Wise by April Thompson

36 FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE FOR PETS

Why the Best Vets Use It by Shawn Messonnier

40 THE MEDICINAL VALUE OF TEA by Cindy Ball

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14 10 newsbriefs 14 healthbriefs 16 globalbriefs 18 ecotip 24 healingways 26 wisewords 27 community spotlight 16 28 consciouseating 30 healthyeating guide 32 fitbody 34 healthykids 36 naturalpet 18 42 greenliving 44 inspiration 46 classifieds 46 calendar 50 resourceguide

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hat are your goals, wishes and hopes for 2017? We are living in such turbulent, fast-paced times that perhaps you haven’t even had time to think about it. Maybe, like some people I have spoken with, you are experiencing some fear as to what will happen to our country and to our planet. Or you may be thrilled with the election results and expecting 2017 will “right all the wrongs” of the previous administration. This seems to be one of those situations where everyone has a strong and passionate opinion about what took place on November 4. While we are living through history as it is being formed, it’s hard to see it. We are so caught up in the day-to-day drama it can be difficult to see the present through a lens of historical importance. Yet, I believe that is exactly how we need to think about this time in our country. We are on a course that can lead to devastation and destruction of everything we hold dear, or we can move forward with hope and stand by our principles, setting an example for our children and grandchildren. We have spent the last several months and longer reacting to the volume of noise that emanated from two flawed and unpopular candidates vying for the highest office in the land. The emotions have been passionate on both sides and the division in our country has grown even wider because of it. My wish for 2017 is to bring civil discourse back to the conversation. We used to be able to disagree without being disagreeable. We used to be able to allow others to have different opinions without denigrating that opinion and the person holding it. I grew up in a close-knit family with several aunts and uncles and cousins. I remember that there were often different political persuasions and viewpoints expressed. Sometimes there were personal disagreements and feelings were hurt. In the end, though, it was resolved. The unspoken rule was to let bygones be bygones. No one had to make the other person wrong so she could be right. Relationships were more important than that. We need to get back to putting a value on relationships. And that includes more than just how we treat family and friends—it also includes how we treat acquaintances and strangers. We need to think before we speak. Biting back a curt reply or angry comment isn’t a sign of weakness, it’s a sign of character. We used to know that. It’s what we were taught as children. It’s how live in a civilized society. Anger and violence sows more of the same. As Ghandi said, “An eye for an eye and the whole world is blind.” There are some things that are more important than being right.

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newsbriefs Greenville Relationship Institute Expands Offerings

he Greenville Relationship Institute (GRI), located in the historic Pettigru district in Greenville, will be expanding in February and begin offering classes and special events in addition to individual and couples counseling. Andrew Johnston, the founder of GRI who holds a Master of Arts in Counseling as well as training in emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) and conflict resolution, explains that “Advances in neuroscience and psychology have changed how we understand and work with relationships. “The Greenville Relationship Institute was created to make these significant advances available to the Upstate, through counseling, classes and events. Upstate residents will have a trusted resource for research-validated, professional couples counseling, as well as the most up-to-date information on relationship success and well-being.” GRI offers emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) for couples as well as counseling for individuals. Greenville Relationship Institute is located at 710 Pettigru St. in Greenville. Classes and events will be held at various locations around the Greenville area. For more information, call 864-990-4442 or go to GreenvilleMarriageCounseling. com. See ad, page 9 and Community Spotlight, page 27.

Belue Farms Natural Foods Market Holds Second Annual Hay Bale Design Contest

ith winter and holidays soon approaching, Belue Farms Natural Foods Market announces its second annual Winter Hay Bale Design Contest. The contest begins December 8 and entries will be accepted until 6 p.m. December 31. The winning design being awarded on January 4, 2017. Over the past decade, Belue Farms Natural Foods Market has become known for its seasonally painted hay bales outside its entrance. Last year was the first year the store invited area artists to submit drawings for the bales. The contest is open to people of all ages throughout the Upstate community. The winning designer will receive a $25 gift certificate to Belue Farms Natural Foods Market and have their design painted on the store’s hay bales in January. Belue Farms Natural Foods Market is open year-round, Monday through Saturday, 9am-6pm. It offers Southern specialties, natural and health foods, fresh local and organic produce, raw milk and cheeses, pastured meats and custom gift baskets, and also stocks Paleo, GAPS, Whole30, gluten-free and vegan foods. Belue Farms Natural Foods Market is located at 3769 Parris Bridge Rd., Boiling Springs, SC, 29316. Designs can be mailed to that address, dropped off at the store or scanned and emailed to Info@ BelueFarms.com. For reference, round hay bales are 48” in diameter, and rectangular bales are 3’w x 14”h x 18”d. For more information and contest rules, designers can visit BelueFarms.com or the Belue Farms Natural Foods Market Facebook page starting December 8. See ad, page 31.

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Fulcrum Osteopathic Wellness Clinic Has New Office Location

ulcrum Osteopathic Wellness Clinic has moved to a new office at 4010 E. North St., Suite 4 in Greenville. Dr. Rebecca J. Bowers, the founder of the clinic and an osteopathic physician who is board-certified in neuromusculoskeletal medicine and osteopathic manipulative medicine, began her medical training with massage therapy school, and combines her knowledge of these disciplines to provide the best options for her patients. As described on Fulcrum’s website, “osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) is a form of medicine that involves the use of hands-on manipulation techniques (OMT) to address areas of dysfunction in a patient’s body. Many people have found OMM to be helpful in relieving pain, improving physical performance and maintaining optimal health.” According to Bowers, “A lot of organ disease can manifest pain in other places because they are part of the same nerve circuit to the brain,” giving the example of arm pain during a heart attack or acid reflux causing pain around the shoulder blade. “You can’t just say, ‘Someone has knee pain and you have to do this.’ The symptom is a clue which leads me to examine certain areas.” “My role is to educate the person and provide them with the tools and resources they need to make the choices that they feel comfortable with,” she says. Office hours are by appointment, and are available Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Medicare is accepted; all others require payment at time of visit. For more information, call 864-417-5255, email RJBowers@FulcrumClinic.com or visit FulcrumClinic.com. See ad, this page.

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newsbriefs Life Chiropractic Center Offers Purification/Full Body Detox, Free Lecture

ife Chiropractic Center is a full service chiropractic care clinic that also offers nutritional counseling which provides relief for many symptoms and conditions that can hamper quality of life. Dr. Yvette Edwards believes health is a journey, not a destination. “If you are looking for an alternative to drugs and surgery, this is the place for you,” says Dr. Edwards. On January 3, at 6:30 pm, Life Chiropractic Center will be hosting a free 30-minute community lecture, Natural Ways to Detoxify and Purify the Body, by Dr. Edwards. The Purification/Full Body Detox is a 3 week program specifically designed to slowly, safely and effectively detoxify the gastrointestinal system, as well as the liver, kidneys and gallbladder. Purification of the organs counteract the challenges of environmental toxins. With the detox program, most patients lose an average of 10-15 pounds during the cleanse. There is no fasting and participants can expect to never feel hungry while on the cleanse. Call 864-288-2136 to reserve your space or visit DrEdwardsChiro.com for more information. Seating is limited to 15. See ad, page 7.

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Dr. Nekita Sullivan Now Offers Physical Therapy Services Via Private Practice

r. Sullivan has been a licensed Physical Therapist for 15 years. The personalized and compassionate care she gives to her patients during physical therapy (PT) treatments led many patients to ask her for private services. As a result, she has registered her physical therapy practice, Personal Physical Therapy, which will come to the patient’s location to provide the services. Sullivan provides private PT services to kids, adults, and seniors for an hour of one-on-one sessions at their preferred location in Greenville County, such as a home, private gym or at an organization. Appointments are scheduled according to the patient’s availability. Some services provided include therapeutic exercise and activity, mobility training, manual or handson-therapy, home modifications, medical equipment orders, caregiver education and support, and specific muscle development for athletic performance. Common diagnoses treated include joint replacements, aftercare surgery, aftercare childbirth, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, cancer, COPD, stroke, weakness after hospitalization, child developmental disabilities, and more. PTs have direct access in South Carolina., so no physician prescription is needed. Insurance carriers often restrict PT treatments and the time, duration, and frequency of sessions. Because the services are not funneled through insurance, the patient is able to schedule their sessions to match their desired frequency and duration. Personal Physical Therapy provides you with your personal physical therapist who individualizes treatment sessions to meet your desired goals or needs. Personal Physical Therapy can be reached by mail at PO Box 16821, Greenville, SC 29606 or via email at NekitaSullivan@Bellsouth.net. Visit PersonalPhysicalTherapist.com for more information.

Unity Presents World Premier Screening of

“A Sound Called Unity: The Twelve Powers”

nity Spiritual Center of Clemson/ Anderson invites the public to a free world premiere screening of the exciting documentary film, “A Sound Called Unity: The Twelve Powers” on Sunday, January 29, at 10:30 a.m. The Twelve Powers is an advanced metaphysical description of twelve expressions of the divine power inherent in each of us—expressions such as love, faith, strength, zeal and imagination. These expressions come to life in this exciting documentary directed by NY Times bestselling author and award winning filmmaker James Twyman. Over forty spiritual leaders discuss how these powers aid one in their spiritual development and how they can be combined to bring about one’s highest good. The movie also follows James Twyman and a group of Jewish rabbis, Muslim imams and Christian ministers as they travel to a hill overlooking a Syrian village held by ISIS. Millions of people participated in a worldwide synchronized meditation that day as prayers were shared from the three religions, as well as from The Twelve Powers. This event is a gift to the community and will be followed by a discussion and Q &A session facilitated by Unity Minister John Beerman, the new spiritual leader at Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/ Anderson. Location: 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendleton. More information is available at UnityOfClemsonAnderson.org. See ad, page 35. natural awakenings

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Kelly Simpson Artist and schoolteacher Kelly Simpson paints exclusively with acrylics and pure color, maintaining that white “dilutes the passion and fierceness of a painting.” The artist covers a wide array of

subjects with her vibrant palette, from still-life renderings of fruits and flowers to abstracts and portraits. Simpson’s grandmother taught her to paint at an early age, and she later returned to the art form after developing health issues. “It started out as a therapeutic activity, but then became something greater. I like to take ugly events and transform them into something positive,” she says. Much of her inspiration comes from stories in the news or her elementary school students, many coming to the U.S. to escape conflict in their home countries. “I like to portray cultures working together,” she says, depicting multicultural women linking arms across the globe, as on this month’s cover. Simpson’s work has appeared across the Pacific Northwest and graced the pages of a children’s coloring book, an Indian college magazine and booklets promoting women’s issues. She lives in Portland, Oregon, with her family and a chocolate Labrador. Visit the artist’s portfolio at KellysArtFromTheSoul.com. 14

Ayurvedic Program Improves Blood Chemistry

clinical trial from the University of California-San Diego School of Medicine found that participants in a six-day, ayurvedic-based, well-being program showed metabolic improvements in blood tests for inflammation, cardiovascular disease risk (CDR) and cholesterol levels. Study participants consisted of 119 healthy men and women between the ages of 30 and 80. Sixty-five experienced a panchakarma program, a detox and rejuvenation protocol involving a vegetarian diet, meditation, yoga, massage, herbal therapy and other healing therapies. The other 54 served as a control group. Blood was analyzed before and after the test period. The researchers, led by Dr. Deepak Chopra, found measurable decreases in 12 phosphatidycholines (cell-membrane chemicals) associated with cholesterol, inflammation, CDR and Type 2 diabetes risk. They acknowledge that due to the short duration of the trial, the immediate changes were likely attributable to the vegetarian diet; more research is needed to determine the complementary role of the other therapies. “It appears that a one-week panchakarma program can significantly alter the metabolic profile of the person undergoing it,” remarks Chopra.

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We Are All in This Together

study from Drexel University, in Philadelphia, has linked autism spectrum disorder with prenatal exposure to organochlorine chemicals. The researchers examined 1,144 children born in southern California between 2000 and 2003 with mothers that had enrolled in a state-sponsored prenatal screening program. Blood tests were taken during their second trimester of pregnancy, a critical time for neurodevelopment, to measure exposure to organochlorine chemicals, including polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) and pesticides such as DDT. These compounds were banned from production in the U.S. in 1977, but remain in the environment. It’s well known that they can cross the placental barrier, impacting neurodevelopment in fetuses. The researchers selected participants based on previous health diagnoses: 545 children with autism spectrum disorder and 181 with intellectual disabilities, plus 418 free of both issues as a control group. They found a 50 to 82 percent increased autism risk in children with the highest levels of four identified PCB compounds in utero, based on which ones were present. “The results suggest that prenatal exposure to these chemicals above a certain level may influence neurodevelopment in adverse ways,” says Kristen Lyall, Sc.D., assistant professor in the university’s A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, promising further related studies.

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Autism Risk Linked to Banned Chemicals

Exercise in Midlife Helps Preserve Mental Sharpness

Early-to-Bed Kids at Less Risk of Obesity

esearch from the Ohio State University College of Public Health, in Columbus, suggests that the risk of childhood obesity, a growing concern in the U.S., can be reduced by putting children to bed before 8 p.m. The researchers examined reports from mothers of 977 4-and-a-half-year-old children born in 1991 regarding their typical weekday bedtimes. The answers were divided into three categories: 8 p.m. or earlier, between 8 and 9 p.m. and later. Responses were compared to the obesity levels of the same children at an average age of 15. Of the group with the earliest bedtime, comprising about 25 percent of the subjects, only one in 10 were obese, compared to 16 percent of those with childhood bedtimes between 8 and 9 p.m., representing 50 percent of the subjects. The youngsters that went to bed the latest reported a 23 percent obesity rate, the highest overall. Dr. Meena Khan, a sleep medicine specialist at the university’s Wexner Medical Study Center, comments about the challenge of maintaining proper bedtimes: “Kids do well with a schedule and a routine.”

Parents Use Complementary Health Care for Kids

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he 2012 National Health Interview Survey, published in 2015, included a survey on the use of complementary medicine practices. Nearly 45,000 Americans were questioned, including more than 10,000 children between the ages of 4 and 17. The survey found that nearly 12 percent of children had used complementary medicine, either in a practice or product, during the year studied. The most common form of alternative medicine among children was natural supplements, such as fish oil, probiotics and melatonin. Chiropractic care and yoga were also popular choices. Researchers found that parents sought complementary approaches most often for children due to back or neck pain, musculoskeletal conditions, colds, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder or insomnia.

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study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease in July confirms that physical activity in midlife can help reduce the chances of developing cognitive impairment in old age. Scientists studied data on the physical activity levels from 3,050 twins in Finland given questionnaires in 1975 and 1981. A phone interview more than 25 years later served as a follow-up cognitive evaluation, and the subjects were divided into three categories: cognitively impaired, suffering mild cognitive impairment or cognitively healthy. Individuals that participated in vigorous physical activity when they were middle-aged displayed lower levels of cognitive impairment compared to those that did less vigorous exercise.

Early Job Satisfaction Supports LongTerm Health

esearchers from Ohio State University, in Columbus, started with data from 6,432 participants in the National Longitudinal Survey of Youth, conducted in 1979, to study the impact that early job satisfaction has upon health as we age. The new study examined reports of job satisfaction on a scale of one (dislike very much) to four (like very much) for participants between the ages of 25 and 39. Then they compared the responses to mental and physical health reports measured after the participants turned 40. Those that reported low job satisfaction throughout their 20s and 30s exhibited higher levels of emotional problems, depression, sleep problems and excessive worry. Individuals that started out satisfied with their jobs but became less satisfied over time also faced sleep and anxiety difficulties, but exhibited less depression. The participants that reported increasing job satisfaction in their 20s and 30s reported fewer mental health problems. The correlation between physical health after 40 and early job satisfaction was not as strong, but university associate professor of sociology Hui Zheng notes, “Increased anxiety and depression could lead to cardiovascular or other health problems that won’t show up until they are older.”

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

Reforesting India

Massive Tree-Planting Against Climate Change

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Indian officials report that volunteers planted more than 49 million trees on a single day in 2016, surpassing the 2013 world record of 850,000 in Pakistan. An estimated 800,000 volunteers worked for 24 hours planting 80 species of saplings raised in local nurseries along roads, railways and other public land. The effort is part of the commitment India made at the Paris Climate Conference in December 2015. The country agreed to spend $6 billion to reforest 12 percent of its land and bring the total forest cover to 235 million acres by 2030, or about 29 percent of its territory. Trees sequester carbon dioxide from the air and reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. India has experienced substantial loss of its forest cover in recent centuries as people cut down trees for firewood, pasture and development. Still, saplings need water and care and are susceptible to disease. Mortality rates can reach 40 percent after such massive tree plantings. Other countries are also replanting trees. Last December, African nations pledged to reforest 100 million hectares (386 square miles). A wide range of stakeholders from countries to companies also signed on to the non-binding New York Declaration of Forests that month, with the goal of halving deforestation by 2020 and ending it by 2030.

Protecting Pollinators

Maryland Bans Bee-Killing Pesticides

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Maryland is the first state in the nation to pass strict restrictions on pesticides thought to be responsible for significant reductions in bee populations with enactment of its Pollinator Protection Act. Maryland lost more than 60 percent of its hives in 2015, each containing up to 20,000 honeybees, making it one of the states with the highest recorded declines. The national average is about 42 percent, yet across the country, farmers and gardeners are still using pesticides linked to colony collapse disorder. Globally, more than one-third of the world’s food supply could be at risk if these and other pollinators are lost. Neonicotinoids are one potent class of systemic pesticides introduced to agriculture in the 1990s that have been linked to bees’ demise. In recent years, pesticides such as Knockout Ready-to-Use Grub Killer, Ortho Bug B Gon, and AllIn-One Rose & Flower Care have been made available to consumers and beekeepers have noticed a corresponding increase in bee deaths. The Maryland law bans the use of neonicotinoids by everyday consumers that have been spraying home gardens and trees with these deadly pesticides. Farmers and professional gardeners are exempt from the law. A similar law is awaiting the governor’s signature in Connecticut. Although the U.S. Department of Agriculture has not officially recognized the well-researched link, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reviewing it. Source: BeyondPesticides.org

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Smog Begone

California Aims Even Higher on Emission Controls

Website Screens Packaging for Toxin Although food manufacturers have pledged to voluntarily eliminate bisphenol A (BPA)—an endocrine disruptor linked to developmental problems in fetuses, infants and children—in their packaging materials, it’s still found in the lining of many canned goods. Recent testing by an advocacy group found BPA in 70 percent of nearly 200 samples, including products from Campbell and Kroger, which have joined the pledge. “It’s in beer, coffee, tea, energy drinks and aerosol cans for whipped cream... it’s everywhere,” says Samara Geller, a database and research analyst with the Environmental Working Group (EWG). According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, BPA is safe at the levels people are exposed to via canned foods, but many consumers would rather not take the risk. Consequently, EWG created a new tool to help consumers avoid the 16,000 products that may have BPA in their packaging. The numbers listed on package UPC codes can be compared against the database at Tinyurl.com/EWG-BPA-Lookup. “Our main goal was to get this out quickly to as many people as possible,” says Geller. “The UPC code is really your best defense to finding out what they’re talking about,” because product names can change.

Lobster Liberation

Monks Free Creatures from Certain Doom A handful of monks from the Great Enlightenment Buddhist Institute Society living on Canada’s Prince Edward Island spent a day buying up all the live lobsters they could find at the local fish market, and then chartered a boat. Once out to sea, they recited a brief prayer over their writhing cargo and set them loose in the Atlantic. “The whole purpose for us is to cultivate this compassion toward others,” says one of the monks. “It doesn’t have to be lobsters, it can be worms, flies, any animals; it can also be driving slower, so we don’t run over little critters on the street.” One participant, Victoria Fan, says, “It’s rethinking the way you normally see these creatures. Their happiness is as important as your happiness, their suffering is as important as your suffering.”

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California lawmakers have enacted a bill that aims to reduce the state’s greenhouse gas emissions to 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030. It extends previous efforts such as the California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 instituted to reduce emissions by 2020, along with another piece of legislation that vows to boost legislative oversight of climate change programs organized by the California Air Resources Board. Supporters say that emissions rules have created new jobs and led to billions of dollars of investment in California’s clean energy sector. Opponents argue that the strict targets have caused some job losses, particularly in oil manufacturing. The state, having the world’s eighth-largest economy, has further announced a goal of fighting climate change and improving air quality by putting 1.5 million zero-emission state cars on the road by 2025.

Aerotoxic syndrome is the medical term for the illness caused by exposure to contaminated air in jet aircraft, and it’s causing that ailment, plus the permanent disability and even death of airline employees and passengers. Whistleblowers have been met with ridicule and termination. The problem has been called the “asbestos of the airline industry” by critics. French scientist Jean-Cristophe Balouet, Ph.D., who discovered the syndrome in 1999, thinks it may have already affected 250,000 pilots, cabin crew and passengers worldwide. In 1963, aircraft moved from drawing fresh air into the cabin to “bleeding” part of it from the engines. The synthetic oil used by jets contains organophosphates used in pesticides and nerve gas, and was banned by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for residential use in 2001 because of known toxicity. The byproducts of these carcinogenic organophosphates can also include aldehydes and carbon monoxide. Airplane seals wear out and there are no chemical sensors onboard aircraft to detect fumes— only noses to detect the “dirty sock” odor. The Aerotoxic Association continues to push for air quality detectors on all planes and the Cabin Air Quality Act sponsored by California Senator Dianne Feinstein. For more information, visit Aerotoxic.org.

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Making Feeders Safe for Wild Birds Feeding wild birds helps fuel them and provides viewing pleasure, yet a communal feeder may hold hidden risks, reports a recent study in Ecology Letters. In reviewing 20 published research papers on host/pathogen interactions in human-fed wild populations, researchers at the University of Georgia’s Odum School of Ecology, in Athens, found that intentional feeding changed their behavior and diet enough to foster potentially harmful growth of parasites and viruses. “Feeders can bring unexpected species and more birds together more frequently than normal, facilitating conditions for parasites and other contaminates,” says lead researcher Daniel Becker. Birds crowding into tight spaces to reach tasty morsels also makes it easier for pathogens like house finch eye disease and respiratory ailments to be passed among them. Maintain cleanliness. Stephen Kress, director of the National Audubon Society’s Project Puffin, advises that safe bird feeding includes completely scrubbing out feeders with a 10 percent non-chlorinated bleach solution at least a few times a

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year, and certainly between seasons. Be food-specific. While using bird seed mixtures to attract a wide range of species is cheaper, such food usually includes fillers like milo that most birds quickly pass through, making a mess under the feeder that can make birds sick. Kress suggests, “Buy specific seeds for specific feeders—like cracked corn and millet in one and only sunflowers in another. This decreases interactions between species that eat the different seeds and dramatically cuts waste.” Creative option. Try some peanut butter and other healthful ingredients, suggests Julie Craves, supervisor of avian research at the Rogue River Bird Observatory at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, in a recent edition of BirdWatching magazine. “It’s high in fat, protein and calories.” Avoid nut butter made with the artificial sweetener xylitol, as it can kill birds. She recommends mixing one part organic peanut butter with four or five parts plain, non-GMO (genetically modified) cornmeal and add oats and raisins. Plain or chunky works. “The dough can then be shaped into portions that will fit in suet feeders or logs, or just placed in feeding trays.”

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SABOTEURS Tackling Obesity’s Hidden Causes by Lisa Marshall

at less, move more. These words have been the cornerstone of diet advice for decades, leading millions of Americans to greet the new year with vows to cut calories and hit the gym. In all, one in five U.S. adults are dieting at any given time, according to the international market research firm The NPD Group, and 57 percent would like to lose 20 pounds or more. Yet few will reach that goal. One survey of 14,000 dieters published in the International Journal of Obesity found that only one in six had ever been able to lose 10 percent of their body weight and keep it off for a year. Another study, published in the last year in Obesity, followed up with 14 contestants from the 2009 TV reality show The Biggest Loser and found that despite efforts to keep their eating and exercise habits on track, 13 had regained significant weight since the competition. Four are heavier now than before participating on the show.

Diet experts say the battle of the bulge has been exceedingly hard to win for one clear reason: We’re oversimplifying the solution and underestimating the saboteurs. “We’re learning that it’s not as simple as calories-in and calories-out,” says Dr. Pamela Wartian Smith, an Ann Arbor, Michigan, physician specializing in functional and nutritional medicine and author of Why You Can’t Lose Weight. Research reveals that everything from food allergies to hormone imbalances and disruptions in gut bacteria can subtly undermine the best-laid weight management plans. Working out too much or eating too little can also backfire. Even a mean boss or a cold workplace cubicle can factor in. Certainly, diet and exercise are key, experts emphasize. Yet, if we’re doing all the right things and still seeing disappointing numbers on the scale, there’s still more we can do. Here are some common weight-loss saboteurs and what to do about them.

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Bite into a food we’re sensitive to and our body switches into “fight-or-flight” mode. It stores fat and water, releases histamines that widen blood vessels and inflame tissue, and cranks out stress hormones like epinephrine and norepinephrine that make us want to eat more of that food. “You literally get a high so that you crave more,” says Smith. She notes that unlike true allergies, which can prompt an immediate reaction, food intolerances often manifest subtly over several days. When we are repeatedly exposed to a food we’re sensitive to, we feel bloated and sluggish, regardless of the calorie count. Allergy medications can also prompt weight gain, in part by boosting appetite. One study by Yale researchers found people that regularly ingested antihistamines like Zyrtec and Allegra were far more likely to be overweight than those not using them. What to do: First, cut out the most-craved foods. “If someone tells me they just cannot live without cheese, I assume they are allergic to it,” says Smith. Or, try an elimination diet. Ban common allergens like milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts and gluten (if possible, try sticking to only rice and lamb—two hypoallergenic foods—for four days). Then reintroduce other foods slowly and monitor the results. To combat seasonal allergies naturally, try vitamin C, quercetin and butterbur supplements.

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Underperforming Thyroid

The thyroid serves as a key metabolism regulator, dictating how efficiently the heart beats and muscles contract, how quickly the body turns nutrients into energy, and how well we burn off stored fat. When thyroid hormone production falls, metabolism can also decrease by as much as 40 percent. Yet as many as four in 13 women suffer from a thyroid hormone deficiency, says Toronto naturopathic doctor Natasha Turner, author of the new book The Hormone Boost. “You can diet and exercise until you are blue in the face, but if your thyroid is out of balance, you won’t achieve the body you’re looking for,” she says. “It’s a common cause of weight gain.” What to do: Get tested for levels of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) and, if possible, T4 (thyroxine) and T3 (triiodothyronine) also. TSH signals the thyroid to make more T4, the inactive form of thyroid hormone that is converted into T3, the form the body is able to use. Abnormal blood levels of any of these can impact metabolism adversely, and a TSH test alone may be unable to identify a problem, caution Smith and Turner. In some cases, medication may be required. Otherwise, move to embrace lifestyle habits that reduce stress levels, because the stress hormone cortisol can inhibit thyroid function. Get eight hours of sleep; sleep deprivation also impairs thyroid function. Eat lots of fiber, which helps the body eliminate excess estrogen and other thyroiddamaging metabolic byproducts. Also, stock up on foods containing tyrosine (almonds and avocadoes), and selenium (Brazil nuts). In some cases, if an iodine deficiency is at play, a doctor may suggest iodine supplements or iodine-rich foods like kelp and sea bass.

Imbalanced Gut

The trillions of microorganisms in our gut have a profound impact on our ability to maintain a healthy weight, says Dr. Raphael Kellman, a New York City physician

practicing functional medicine and author of The Microbiome Diet. “The gut bacteria are the gatekeepers of the calories that enter our body,” he explains. Research shows that certain species of bacteria aid in the metabolizing of carbohydrates, while others help break down fats and protein. Some turn on genes that fight inflammation; others influence how well the body responds to insulin. Diversity and balance of helpful bacteria species are keys to health. “If changes in the percentages of certain bacteria occur, the microbiome loses its ability to help us maintain a healthy weight,” says Kellman. In one landmark 21st-century study by University of Colorado researchers, swapping the gut bacteria of a skinny mouse with that of an obese one made the skinny mouse gain weight. What to do: Go easy on antibiotics, which can wipe out gut bacteria diversity. Load up on fermented foods like kim chi, sauerkraut, kefir and yogurt. Eat lots of inulin-containing plant fiber to give desirable bacteria something to chew on, and consider taking a probiotic supplement until weight loss and health goals are achieved.

Overdoing Diets

As The Biggest Loser contestants learned, losing too much weight too fast can bring metabolism to a screeching halt; the body, coaxed into starvation mode, moves to conserve fuel and store fat. “If you try to lose weight by drastically slashing calorie intake and going crazy on the cardio machines, you’ll do more harm than good,” says Turner. Performing intense cardiovascular exercise such as running, cycling or swimming for more than 45 minutes can make cortisol levels surge, accelerating muscle loss and impairing

the immune system. That’s counterproductive because muscles burn calories at rest, too. Consistent over-exercise can also prompt the stressed body to respond in a fight-or-flight fashion, storing more belly fat and leading to the “skinny but fat” body composition common among models and marathon runners, she says. Skipping meals can prompt the key thyroid hormone T3 to fall off too, further slowing metabolism. Plus, six weeks into a restrictive weight-loss program, levels of the feel-good hormones dopamine and serotonin also start to decline, killing motivation and fueling cravings. The result is a weight plateau or even weight gain. What to do: Unless walking, limit workouts to 40 minutes, advises Turner. Instead of slogging away at a steady pace on the treadmill, try intervals (short, high-intensity efforts separated by brief rest periods), which have been shown to boost both fat burning and cardiovascular fitness. For example: five-minute warm-up, one-minute run at fast pace, one-minute run at moderate pace, repeat 10 times, five-minute cool-down. Also, incorporate strength training into three workouts each week. Include some fat, protein and carbohydrates with every meal. If insisting on counting calories, shoot for 450 to 500 per meal and 150 per snack for women; 500 to 600 per meal and 200 to 300 per snack for men. Every week to 10 days, enjoy a carb-loaded “cheat meal” such as pancakes or pasta; it supports any languishing thyroid and feel-good hormones, gives associated neurotransmitters a jump-start and keeps us from feeling deprived.

Dark, Cold, Stressful Workplaces

Alan Hedge, Ph.D., a workplace design researcher with Cornell University, in New York, says women, who tend to have less muscle and body hair to provide natural warmth, are at particular risk of packing on pounds due to an overly cold environment. “When the body is cold, it adapts by laying down insulation, which is fat,” he says. Even without eating extra calories, if we’re constantly cold at work, as 31 percent of

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women are according to a recent CareerBuilder survey, we tend to gain about a pound or two per year, says Hedge. Other research, conducted at Northwestern University, in Illinois, shows that workers exposed to more light in the morning weigh about 1.4 pounds less on average than those toiling in windowless cubicles. The suspected reason is that morning light triggers a cascade of hormones that positively impact appetite and metabolism. Another study, by Ohio State University researchers, found women that experienced a stressful event at work or elsewhere and then ate a fat- and calorie-laden meal the next day burned 100 fewer calories from that meal than non-stressed workers. What to do: At work, move the desk toward a window or at least take a walk every morning. Bring a space heater, extra sweater or hot tea fixings. After an ultra-stressful workday, eat especially healthfully that night.

Natural Slimming Supplements Ashwaghanda root: While research is scarce, this Indian herb is traditionally believed to reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol (which can boost belly fat storage). It’s also believed to boost conversion of the thyroid hormone T4 to the more metabolically active thyroid hormone T3. Doctor of Naturopathy Natasha Turner recommends 500 to 1,000 milligrams (mg) twice daily. Chromium: This mineral plays a key role in enhancing insulin’s action in the body. Numerous studies by U.S. Department of Agriculture researchers and others suggest that taking chromium supplements can stabilize blood sugar, potentially reducing the cravings and energy slumps that come with glucose spikes and dips. Research on chromium’s impact on body composition and weight has been mixed. Turner recommends 200 to 400 micrograms (mcg) daily. Curcumin: This golden spice, found in turmeric, curbs painful joint inflammation from over-exercising, and has been shown by Tufts University and Columbia University researchers to improve fat metabolism in mice. L-carnitine: Helps the body use fat for fuel more efficiently and also can be used as an energy booster before cardio or strength training. Dr. Pamela Wartian Smith recommends 500 to 1,000 mg daily. Omega-3 fatty acids: In addition to being potent anti-inflammatory agents, the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA have been associated with greater weight and fat loss when added to a diet and exercise program, according to studies in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and the International Journal of Obesity. Prebiotics: These undigested fibers provide food for good gut bacteria to keep the digestive system and metabolism on track. Probiotics: These are generally believed to promote healthy gut bacteria so that the body metabolizes food more efficiently. One recent study in the British Journal of Nutrition followed 125 obese men and women throughout a 12-week diet, followed by a 12-week maintenance period, and found that the women taking probiotics containing the bacterial strain Lactobacillus rhamnosis lost significantly more weight during the diet than women that didn’t; plus, they continued to lose weight during the maintenance period. The men studied did not show similar results.

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Selenium: Selenium is critical for the conversion of inactive T4 to active T3 that the body can make use of. Smith recommends 100 to 200 mcg daily.

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value coverage that includes annual wellness exams, phone or virtual appointments and educational classes, plus followups and urgent care at minimal costs. The U.S. mainstream fee-for-service approach, whether paid by insurance or cash, has been criticized for encouraging unnecessary tests and procedures because doctors are paid for services performed. To maintain income, they typically shorten appointments to increase the number of patients they see. Lewis emphasizes, “Time is the valuable factor in DPC—healthy lifestyle changes, which can prevent or reverse 70 percent of health concerns, cannot be communicated in 10 minutes.”

Medical Cost-Sharing

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For generations, Christian communities have operated health care sharing ministries (HCSM) to collectively share the cost of each other’s medical bills as an alternative to outside insurance. Members are exempt from current Affordable Healthcare Act (ACA) mandates. Liberty HealthShare, a nonprofit HCSM chartered by the Mennonite church, believes that everyone has the right to practice religion as they see fit. Their members share a commitment to personal health and sharing in the burden of health expenses with others that have these values. “Many in the functional and integrative medical arenas also believe in these principles,” says Tom Blue, of Richmond, Virginia, a director with The Institute for Functional Medicine. “Cost sharing feels very familiar; you present your card to your provider, but there’s no set network of providers, which is favorable for those seeking more progressive forms of care.” Expanding upon this model, Blue worked with the company to create its Liberty Direct program (LibertyDirect.org). Individuals pay an annual membership fee plus a monthly share amount. After fulfilling their annual unshared amount of out-of-pocket expenses (similar to a deductible), participants’ healthcare costs—including approved naturopathic and alternative treatments—can be submitted as expenses to be shared by the group. Liberty Direct provides financial advantages to DPC practitioners and patients by subsidizing membership fees; it favors nutrition over chronic prescription dependence by reimbursing physician-prescribed nutritional supplement and pharmaceutical expenses under the same terms. Members must be in good health with a lifestyle that helps sustain wellness, including good nutrition, exercise and abstinence from tobacco use and drug and alcohol abuse. The program also accepts approximately 7 percent of applicants on provisional terms when pre-existing conditions such as hypertension, obesity and diabetes can be improved through lifestyle changes. They pay an extra fee per month to cover the cost of a health coach; when they achieve their goals, they become full members paying regular rates.

Complementary Care Alternatives to Insurance Cost Less by Meredith Montgomery

he latest National Health Interview Survey available, from 2012, shows an annual expenditure of $30.2 billion in out-of-pocket costs for complementary health approaches, benefiting 33 percent of adults and 12 percent of children, and representing about 10 percent of out-of-pocket U.S. healthcare costs. Insurance rarely covers complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in full. As provider networks shrink, premiums rise and the future of healthcare reform remains uncertain, health-conscious consumers yearn for innovative ways to afford this kind of care.

Membership-Based Care

When Dr. Chad Krisel worked at an urgent care center, he saw up to 55 patients a day. Since opening Integrative Family Medicine of Asheville (IntegrativeAsheville.org), in North Carolina, with Dr. Brian Lewis, he averages 12 patients a day. His team provides a membership-based practice in a payment model known as direct primary care (DPC). Endorsed by the American Academy of Family Physicians, DPC is broadly accessible. By applying simplicity, sustainability, quality and collaboration, their integrative practice provides comprehensive care for less than what many pay for phone service. “DPC removes traditional financial incentives and conflicts of interest because membership fees fund us. Our only incentive is to help and heal patients,” Krisel explains. Paying for memberships out-of-pocket (often electing high-deductible plans) or via a health-sharing plan, clients 24

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“The economics are staggering,” says Blue, who used to pay $760 a month for insurance with a $12,400 deductible and now pays a monthly share of $449 with a family unshared amount of $1,500. HCSMs are affordable because of restricted overhead budgets. Plus, they appeal to naturalhealth conscious clients and can decline unsuitable applicants. “This concept of communal cost sharing works—Liberty’s share amounts decreased in 2013 and have not changed since,” comments Blue.

GreenSurance

Told she was past medical hope, Kari Gray, of Kahului, Hawaii, sought to heal from cancer using natural medicine. “When thousands of dollars spent for natural protocols were denied reimbursement by my insurance company, I saw that the system needs to change,” Gray recalls. CAM therapies still deemed “unproven” by traditional insurance companies gave Gray a second chance at life. Following remission, she began a 20-year search for alternative medicine insurance. Finding none, in 2014, she created GreenSurance (MyGreenSurance.com). Serving people that proactively care for their health and prefer natural medicine as primary care, GreenSurance developed an evidence-based and science-backed list

Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Gulf Coast Alabama/Mississippi (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com).

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onventional insurance rules adversely affect Americans’ consideration of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). According to the 2012 National Health Interview Survey, acupuncture, chiropractic and massage therapy use increased over the prior decade, but only among those without insurance. For those with progressive policies, coverage for CAM approaches is usually only partial.

Know What a Policy Covers

Before using a complementary or integrative service, inquire about specifics: Sometimes preapproval or a referral is required to qualify; coverage may be limited to a certain network of practitioners; verify visit limits or the number required; and get details of out-of-pocket costs. Keep insurance-related communications records, including notes on calls and copies of bills, claims and letters, to help with any claim disputes.

Explore Available Options

Ask the insurance provider about coverage of CAM approaches, including whether a rider or supplement to the standard plan is required to cover them. Inquire about discount programs, such as when members pay for fees and out-of-pocket costs, but at a lower rate. State insurance departments and professional associations for

complementary health specialties may know which insurance companies cover specific CAM approaches.

Ask Practitioners About Payments

When seeing a complementary or integrative practitioner, clarify payment and insurance details before the first visit. Learn the cost of initial and follow-up appointments; how many appointments are needed; additional costs such as for tests, supplements or equipment; and if they offer an income-based sliding scale. Also confirm which insurance plans are accepted and if the patient or provider files claims. When insurance doesn’t cover a service, inquire about installment plans and discounts for cash payments. Jeanette Dietl/Shutterstock.com

of 40-plus covered CAM modalities, including thermography, energy therapy, biofeedback, essential oils and homeopathy. It also covers conventional medical and emergency care. Enrollees of the member-owned organization are supplied third-party payer information for provider direct billing once the member’s out-of-pocket amount is met. They use any state-licensed provider and the program is often more affordable than traditional insurance. GreenSurance is currently investing resources to broaden consumer access to the tax advantages of a health spending account (HSA). H.R. 1752 would allow enrollees in any healthcare-sharing program to open an HSA. “Simply, we’re a co-op whose members empower us to create an exempt program that protects members from ACA penalties and traditional health insurance,” says Gray. “More, we’re a grassroots movement for change.” Krisel notes, “Doctors too, are livid about the current status of America’s healthcare system. Be vocal about what’s important to you. The more voices heard in Washington, the more change we’ll see.”

Save with Tax-Exempt Accounts

Flexible spending accounts offered by some employers allow participants to set aside pretax dollars for health-related expenses. Health savings accounts can be established by individuals with high-deductible health plans to save for medical expenses. Contributions are tax-deductible and interest is tax-free. Source: National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health natural awakenings

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Julia Schopick on Effective, Affordable Medicine by Randy Kambic

What are some of the most significant natural alternatives you report on in Honest Medicine? The ketogenic diet is one standout because it was the standard of care for children with epilepsy in the 1920s— until pharmaceutical companies began to produce lucrative anti-seizure medications; then its use diminished through a lack of proponents in the 26

medical field. Its use was revived in the 1990s due to the efforts of Jim Abrahams, a Hollywood writer/director, father of a child with epilepsy and one of my heroes. I found small studies that proved that the ketogenic diet successfully stops children’s seizures nearly 70 percent of the time. This highly effective alternative has none of the negative side effects of anti-seizure drugs. Most doctors aren’t in favor of the diet approach and instead often prescribe affected children up to three or four meds as an easier option. The diet follows Hippocrates’ dictum, “Let food be thy medicine.” Another standout is intravenous alpha lipoic acid, pioneered since the 1970s by Dr. Burt Berkson, who used it mainly for end-stage liver disease and diabetic neuropathy. He saved many people from needing liver transplants with infusions of this powerful, versatile antioxidant. photo by Keith Peterson

ollowing up on the success of her bestselling book Honest Medicine: Effective, Time-Tested, Inexpensive Treatments for LifeThreatening Diseases, Julia Schopick plans to spread awareness of the efficacy of low-dose naltrexone (LDN) in treating autoimmune and other ailments later this year with a new book co-authored with professional writer Don Schwartz. Her first book, endorsed by many leading integrative health practitioners, earned the top National Indie Excellence Award for Alternative Medicine. It taps into nearly 200 scientific studies, with her research into innovative treatments driven by a quest that she and her late husband both believed added 15 years to his life after a terminal prognosis at age 40. The former English teacher at Long Island University and Virginia State University, now an Oak Park, Illinois resident, has contributed to the American Medical Association publication AM News, writes online and print guest columns and shares her journey in media interviews.

Did anything surprise you? I chose to include effective treatments that are non-toxic and inexpensive. I didn’t realize that several of them were effective for many different conditions. For example, LDN has been used since the mid-1980s to treat autoimmune diseases, of which there are more than 100; it also treats some cancers and AIDS. Research shows good results for conditions as varied as multiple sclerosis, lupus, Crohn’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and

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Parkinson’s, because all of them have an autoimmune component if they are not directly autoimmune diseases. Similarly, the ketogenic diet is now being studied as a treatment for cancers, especially brain tumors, brain injuries, autism, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Intravenous alpha lipoic acid is also used to address autoimmune diseases, some cancers and other conditions.

Are you finding that people are increasingly moving away from drugs and, if so, why? Yes. The norm used to be that patients followed their doctors’ orders without question, which routinely entailed prescription drugs. Today, people are realizing that drugs often come with horrendous side effects. Consider, for instance, that ads for some injectible treatments for autoimmune diseases caution against side effects of cancers, including lymphomas. A side effect of some multiple sclerosis drugs is a serious brain infection called progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy, or PML. People are listening closely, reading and researching their health issues, and don’t want risky side effects, especially when safer options are available.

In dealing with chronic illnesses, how crucial is it for caregiver and patient to maintain a positive, optimistic attitude? Multiple studies, like those referenced in Mind Over Medicine, by Dr. Lissa Rankin, and Radical Remission, by Kelly Turner, Ph.D., show that a positive state of mind is crucial to healing. One of the benefits I report in my book is that patients and caregivers will do even more research looking for alternatives when doctors tell them nothing else can be done. And many find healing treatments; there are many such cases reported in my book. I like the African proverb, “When you pray, move your feet.” Randy Kambic is a freelance writer and editor in Estero, FL, and regular contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine.

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A Different Perspective on Relationship Counseling by Barbara Bolduc

new way of looking at relationship counseling is on the scene, and Andrew Johnston is excited about it. Andrew, the founder of Greenville Relationship Counseling, holds a master’s degree in the subject. His enthusiasm is about Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, otherwise referred to in the counseling world as EFT. EFT, a model of therapy for intimate relationships that was developed by Dr. Sue Johnson, is based upon neurological discoveries—now labeled attachment theory— by John Bowlby. The idea is that because humans require care for many years after birth until they are self sufficient, the instinctive limbic portion of the brain recognizes that inattention or worse from a parent or caregiver can amount to death, and perceives such situations as an immediate and direct threat to its life, even if they are not. Instinctively, a baby will become very agitated in order to draw the caregiver’s attention back to it. The extreme reaction is particular to those it sees as providers of its well-being. Attachment theory has since been used to understand emotionally intimate adult relationships as well. In an article on Psychotherapy.net, Sue refers to the book Affective Neuroscience: The Foundations of Human and Animal Emotions by referencing the following quote1 to explain the connection between attachment theory and EFT: Jaak Panksepp, in his neurobiological studies, finds that loss of connection from attachment figures triggers “primal panic,” a special set of fear responses. As Bowlby notes, the words “anxiety” and “anger” come from the same etymological root and both arise at moments of disconnection, when attachment figures are non-responsive. This need for emotional connection is not a sentimental notion. The basic image of who we are and what our most basic needs are, namely that we are social animals who seek such connection, is reflected in health studies. For example, it is now clear that emotional isolation is more dangerous for your health than smoking, and that it doubles the likelihood

of heart attack and stroke. EFT recognizes that conflicts between individuals with an attachment relationship (i.e., spouses or parent/child relationships) often produce more extreme reactions than conflicts with casual friends, co-workers and acquaintances. This is because issues with an attachment figure can trigger instinctive fears formed early in life within the limbic brain— patterns that developed during the formative years when the child felt alone and/or frightened. Andrew explains how EFT utilizes methods different to that of traditional counseling. “Psychiatry used to focus on conflict resolution and keep the work focused in the cortex, the upper part of the brain that relates to thinking. However, the EFT model recognizes that the cortex isn’t really relative to how we act in the more intimate relationships. Instead of saying, ‘Let’s put those emotions aside,’ EFT teaches that we need to learn to work with these emotions, get in and change the responses so that our initial reaction to that person is a deep sense of trust instead of danger.” Further explanation about why adults form these bonds can be found in a quote from an article by Sue2: “Contact with intimate others is the primary way humans have evolved to deal with anxiety and fear. Proximity to an attachment figure tames fear and offers an antidote to helplessness and meaninglessness…The spouse becomes the primary attachment figure for the majority of adults and as such their main source of security and comfort. The attachment to one’s partner may be especially crucial at a time and in a culture where there has been a loss of “social capital” (Twenge, 2000). Many people now live in a community of two, not in the bosom of their extended family or village, and have no one else to count on for emotional support besides their spouse.” Andrew explains that there are three main phases within EFT: de-escalation (learning to trigger and deactivate fears and concerns which should result in transforming fights into more manageable disagreements), reconnecting (identifying injuries around security and reprogramming those patterns) and solidifying (adopting patterns that can solidify the changes experienced in the first two stages). Studies show that EFT is having a high number of successful outcomes. According to the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT), “A substantial body of research outlining the effectiveness of EFT now exists. Research studies find that 70-75% of couples move from distress to recovery and approximately 90% show significant improvements.” Location: 710 Pettigru St., Greenville. For more information, call 864-990-4442 or go to GreenvilleMarriageCounseling. com. View the research studies at iceeft.com. For other articles sourced, see 1Psychotherapy.net/article/couplestherapy-attachment and 2WashingtonBaltimoreCenterForEft. com/images/ext_art_attachment_theory.pdf. See News Brief, page 10, and ad, page 9. Barbara Bolduc is the Managing Editor and a writer for Natural Awakenings Upstate. natural awakenings

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THE DARK SIDE OF GLUTEN-FREE LIVING Most People Benefit from Gluten by Judith Fertig

ales of gluten-free products reached $973 million in 2014 and are projected to grow to $2.34 billion in 2019, according to Packaged Facts, a market research publisher. Many such products cost more than their gluten-based counterparts.

Gluten Sufferers

The latest study, published in the American Medical Association publication JAMA Internal Medicine, found

that the number of Americans with celiac disease remained relatively stable from 2009 through 2014 at about 2.7 million. Meanwhile, marketers for gluten-free products report about 40 million consumers. Celiac disease is a serious autoimmune disorder in which ingesting gluten causes issues such as intestinal damage, anemia and fatigue. Those afflicted improve when gluten is removed from their diets and their

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intestinal tracts heal, according to the Center for Celiac Research and Treatment at Massachusetts General Hospital, in Boston. Those with a non-celiac gluten sensitivity or wheat allergy also experience a range of symptoms, including bloating, brain fog and joint pain, when they ingest gluten. According to the Center, as many as 7 percent of Americans, or 18 million people, fall into this vague category, due to a far less understood immune response distinct from what’s linked to celiac disease.

Gluten Beneficiaries

The many Americans unaffected by gluten may want to avoid gluten-free products, says Dr. Michael Greger, a Washington, D.C., physician specializing in clinical nutrition. The bestselling author of How Not to Die, Greger founded the educational nonprofit NutritionFacts.org and is a founding fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. “Just because some people have a peanut allergy doesn’t mean everyone should avoid peanuts,” says Greger. “Some evidence suggests that a gluten-free diet may adversely affect gut health in people without celiac disease, gluten sensitivity or wheat allergy.” He cites a small study published in Gut Microbes which found that a one-month, gluten-free diet may hurt gut flora and immune function, potentially precipitating an overgrowth of harmful intestinal bacteria for those on gluten-free diets. The gluten components that cause problems for the wheat-sensitive may act as prebiotics and feed good bacteria for the rest of us, says Greger. “Wheat bran contains the important wheat-based prebiotic arabinoxylan-oligosaccharide,” explains Case Adams, a Morro Bay, California, naturopath and author of The Gluten Cure: Scientifically Proven Natural Solutions to Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivities. “It feeds the probiotics that produce enzymes which help break down gluten and gliadin proteins.” Researchers from Pennsylvania’s University of Reading conducted multiple studies showing that arabino-xylanoligosaccharide derived from wheat bran increases beneficial bifidobacteria

populations in the guts of humans. It is disappointing that a number of highly publicized studies done on celiac patients have been inappropriately applied to the general population, notes Adams. Gluten may also boost immune function. In a study published in the journal Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry, researchers found that after less than a week on a diet with added gluten protein, subjects experienced significantly increased natural killer cell activity, which could improve their ability to fight cancer and viral infections. An earlier study in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition found that high-gluten bread improved triglyceride levels better than regular gluten bread. Plus, Greger says, avoiding gluten means missing out on all the fiber, B vitamins, trace minerals and other nutrients from whole grains like wheat, barley and rye. A whole-grain-rich diet has been repeatedly shown to reduce the risk of heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, obesity and some forms of cancer in studies from such institutions as the University of Minnesota and Lund

University, in Sweden. “Most gluten-free processed foods are not made with nutrient-rich, health-protecting whole grains,” adds Katherine Tallmadge, a Washington, D.C., registered dietitian, nutrition coach and author of Diet Simple. Ingredients such as potato starch and cornstarch with little nutritional value typically help take the place of wheat flour. “The gluten-free label has little to do with nutritional value.” French fries and many candies, for example, are naturally gluten-free.

tions Greger. “We diagnose celiac by looking for the inflammation caused by gluten in celiac sufferers. If they haven’t been eating a lot of gluten, we might miss diagnosing the disease. Thus, instead of being on a gluten-free diet, we want celiac suspects to be on a gluten-loaded diet, such as four to six slices of gluten-packed bread daily for at least a month before they come in for a diagnostic exam.” Studies are ongoing and information continues to evolve regarding the pluses and minuses of a gluten-free diet.

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Judith Fertig writes food health articles and cookbooks from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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3 ounces (about ¼ package) firm tofu, drained and crumbled 1/8 teaspoon turmeric 1 tablespoon prepared pesto 2 cups baby spinach 1 slice whole grain bread Sea salt and pepper, to taste Sauté oil, turmeric and crumbled tofu for 1 minute. Add pesto and spinach for additional 5 minutes. Serve mixture on toast and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

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Grilled Tofu with Nutty Brown Rice & Steamed Broccoli 3 ounces (about ¼ package) firm tofu, drained and pressed to remove extra moisture ½ cup precooked, microwavable brown rice 1 tablespoon each: chopped walnuts, almond and pine nuts 2 tablespoons fresh, chopped flat leaf/ Italian parsley 2 cups broccoli, chopped Sea salt and pepper, to taste Slice tofu into two rectangular cutlets and grill. Warm rice, add nuts and parsley. Steam broccoli. Add salt and pepper.

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2 teaspoons pesto 1 whole grain pita 2 cups arugula ½ cup chopped tomatoes 1 tablespoon pinenuts ¼ cup canned white beans, rinsed and drained 1 teaspoon olive oil ½ lemon, juiced Preheat broiler. Spread pesto on pita and broil until golden, about 4 minutes. Toss remaining ingredients and serve on top of toasted pesto pita.

Spicy Bean & Guacamole Burritos 2 small (6-inch) whole grain tortillas ½ cup canned, low-fat refried beans ¼ cup salsa 3 tablespoons pre-made guacamole 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce 1 cup grapes Stir together beans and salsa. Warm bean mixture in microwave for 1 to 2 minutes. Wrap tortillas with warm beans, guacamole and lettuce. Serve with grapes on the side.

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1 tablespoon organic peanut butter 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 clove garlic, minced 1 inch piece of fresh ginger, grated ½ cup frozen, shelled edamame 2 cups frozen stir-fry vegetables 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts 2 green onions, chopped Boil pasta according to directions. In skillet, sauté peanut butter, lime juice, garlic and ginger for 1 minute. Add edamame and vegetables and cook for 12 minutes, until vegetables are tender. Top cooked pasta with edamame and vegetable mixture and sprinkle with peanuts and onions. 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger 1 clove garlic, minced 1 pound (16 oz.) pre-sliced carrots 1½ cups water Sea salt, to taste 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts 1 tablespoon fresh chopped flat leaf/Italian parsley Sauté oil, onion, ginger, garlic and carrots for 8 minutes. Add water and salt. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes, until carrots are tender. In blender, purée mixture and serve with walnuts and fresh parsley on top.

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Workouts Burn Fat and Tone Muscle by Taylor Geiger

Kettlebell training promotes fat loss, toning of major muscle groups and greater functional strength, while requiring less time than its dumbbell counterpart.

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ettlebells can replace almost all other exercise equipment in providing an all-in-one workout, combining strength and cardio benefits,” explains Shelly Bumpus, an Athletics and Fitness Association of America-certified personal trainer and owner of the Studio Women’s Fitness Center, in Scott, Louisiana. Bumpus often uses kettlebells in strength and conditioning exercise classes to afford a balanced full-body workout that’s fun and engaging. “Consistent kettlebell training imitates and strengthens movements we use to function in daily life,” explains Athena Concannon, an American College of Sports Medicine-certified personal trainer and healthy lifestyle blogger at AchieveWithAthena.com, in Boston. For example, actions like lifting grocery bags and standing up from a sitting position become easier.

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She notes that the growing popularity of different kinds of functional training in the past decade has bolstered recognition of kettlebell benefits as people seek ways to move away from assisted weight machines toward natural body movements. Kettlebells now show up in circuit training, CrossFit and both functional fitness and step classes. People see results because, “It takes multiple small and large muscle groups to redirect movement while maintaining control with a kettlebell, requiring more muscle recruitment than with a traditional dumbbell; it’s because its shape provides unbalanced weight resistance that strengthens a multitude of different muscles,” explains Julie Joffrion, owner of All-Inclusive Health, in New Orleans. A kettlebell’s configuration requires exercisers to pay close attention to

maintaining a neutral spinal posture and avoid locking knees and wrists to avoid pain or injury. By starting with a smaller weight and focusing on form first, exercisers build a foundation that allows them to more fully enjoy the benefits. Momentum training with kettlebells also compares favorably to traditional dumbbells or weighted bars. “The distinctive shape and weight distribution allows for a variety of exercises and grip positions that are not as comfortable and effective or even possible with a dumbbell,” says Joffrion. Although kettlebells have been popular with Russian athletes since the 1700s, they are a relatively new addition to U.S. fitness clubs. “I first learned about kettlebell fitness in 2005 when some gyms were purchasing them. However, because trainers didn’t yet know how to use or instruct on proper movement of the bells, they sat dormant for awhile. I started using them and fell in love. After a few months, I knew this would be something I’d stick with for a long time,” recalls Lorna Kleidman, an accomplished

Learn more at Tinyurl.com/ KettlebellsFitnessStudy. kettlebell champion who has earned gold awards in 17 national and international competitions. Now the founder of KettleX, a business focused on making kettlebell fitness available to everyone through DVDs, private sessions, online coaching and seminars, Kleidman says, “The beauty is that the bells keep you strong and looking great, no matter what your age or fitness experience. I’ve rarely met a person that didn’t get hooked after working out with the appropriate bells, be it a child or an 80-year-young client. “They are excellent for power, cardiovascular enhancement, endurance and physical symmetry, which is important for the health of the tissues and joints. At the same time, they create a healthful-looking physique, including toned arms, flat abs and a round, lifted butt.” she adds. Participants completing 20 minutes of a high-intensity kettlebell workout

burned an average of 20 calories per minute in a study sponsored by the American Council of Exercise. The researchers compared this level to running a six-minute mile and credited the more intensive calorie burn as a result of challenging the total body, which quickly raises the heart rate when performed with speed. The study concluded that kettlebell training is especially beneficial for those that want to fit in a time-efficient, total body workout. Proponents go a step further, claiming that kettlebells can deliver increased benefits in half the time of traditional workouts. Bumpus advises, “If you’re solely interested in building strength and muscle power, stick with free weights, but if you’re looking for a way to burn fat while increasing muscular and cardiovascular endurance, kettlebells are a valuable option to incorporate into your training.” Taylor Geiger is a freelance writer in Phoenix, Arizona. Connect at TaylorGeiger.wordpress.com.

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What Kids Need from Us to Grow Wise by April Thompson

eer pressure and body consciousness are universal challenges facing teens and their parents. Experts find that by modeling healthy habits

and maintaining open lines of communication, adults can help foster healthy independent thinking and responses to inevitable situations.

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Some teen struggles are literally all in their heads, according to Dr. Frances Jensen, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine, in Philadelphia. “The brain is the last organ to mature, and isn’t fully complete until young people reach their late 20s. This allows the brain to adapt to its environment, which can be both good and bad,” says Jensen, author of The Teenage Brain: A Neuroscientist’s Survival Guide to Raising Adolescents and Young Adults. Compounding the challenge, the frontal lobes, responsible for higher functions like insight, judgment, impulse control and empathy, fully mature last; it’s no coincidence that teens struggle in these areas, according to Jensen. The plasticity of the teenage brain is optimal for learning and adaption, but without the frontal lobe feedback, it’s a challenge for them to moderate the heightened emotions, novelty seeking and sexual impulses adolescents are also experiencing. “We expect teenagers to act rationally, but there are many reasons why their brains aren’t taking them there,” says Jensen. “Acknowledging this can lower frustration levels for everyone.”

Create a Safe Haven

Teens learn more from experience than lectures, so parents should facilitate positive experiences and influences at home, advises Carla Atherton, director of The Healthy Family Formula, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, which fosters family well-being by holistically addressing root causes of poor health. Such activities can include regularly preparing meals together and going for family walks, rather than eating dinner in front of the TV. “Doing everything you can to connect with kids while they are in an environment you can control gives them a good foundation they can take into the world,” says Atherton, the mother of three teens. Parents have to give trust to gain kids’ trust stresses educator Naomi Katz, of Galilee, Israel, author of Beautiful: Being an Empowered Young Woman. “Create an environment where kids feel like they don’t have to hide or lie about

anything,” Katz says. She also encourages parents to empower adolescents in decision making: Rather than telling them not to try drugs or alcohol “because I said so,” provide them real facts to help them draw their own conclusions.

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In today’s hyper-connected world, Katz observes, “Social dynamics can get really confusing and painful and impact kids in far-reaching ways. We used to come home from school and be away from those issues until the next day; now that break doesn’t come because of social media and smartphones.” Katz recommends encouraging journaling or other forms of selfexpression to help teens unplug and reflect. Breathing exercises can help calm nerves and allow them to think more clearly in tough social situations before they react. Katz also suggests teens set aside time each week for a feel-good activity like playing sports or music, to give them a reliable source of pleasure and accomplishment, no matter what else is going on in their lives.

without making flash judgments or placing blame, says Atherton, For example, a parent that notices her teen eating differently or obsessed with working out should consider initiating a conversation with him or her about body image. Talking to teens about images in the media can help them gain a more balanced and positive selfperspective. “You can tell your kids, ‘These advertising images are trying to sell you someone’s idea of a perfect look, but it’s not reality,’” says Atherton.

For whatever issues teens are trying to cope with, parents need to cultivate their own sense of inner calm; to be the rock that they can cling to. “Caring adults need to give teens a periodic frontal lobe assist,” says Jensen. “It helps when we share more details and insights about how we organize our lives and make decisions. Modeling the rationality and empathy that teenagers may lack can be an effective counterbalance.” Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

Stay Alert to Signs

Despite a parent’s best efforts, kids can and will make unhealthy choices, and parents need to be prepared to manage the consequences. If a child is suspected or found to be engaging in dangerous or addictive behaviors like self-harming or an eating disorder, it’s important to address these immediately, seeking professional help if needed, counsels Katz. Jensen remarks that it’s easier to learn unhealthy patterns when the brain is malleable, and addictive behaviors are harder to eliminate than if they are acquired as an adult. The signs of unhealthy behaviors can be subtle, so it’s important to recognize cues

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Functional Medicine for Pets Why the Best Vets Use It

Referral to a qualified practitioner is needed to help a pet benefit from functional medicine.

cancer, allergies, arthritis, seizures, bowel and bladder problems and immune system disorders. well for pets experiencing a crisis, but Functional medicine best addresses isn’t appropriate for restoring health these concerns because it involves unwhen animals have chronic disorders. derstanding the origins, prevention and It also doesn’t help them to at least live treatment of ailments and emphasizes comfortably with incurable problems customized care. The goal is to promote without the side effects often caused health as a positive force well beyond by extensive administration of medica- the absence of disease. tions. It’s possible for many pets to ap Conventional veterinary science pear to be healthy while specialized, lacks the proper tools for preventing noninvasive testing shows underlying and treating complex, chronic disease. issues that must be addressed if illness In most cases, it doesn’t take into acis to be prevented. Conventional medicount an individual’s unique genetic cine either doesn’t offer such testing or makeup or exposure to toxins such as ignores minor abnormalities, placing too many vaccines, drugs or environthe pet at risk for developing serious mental chemicals. and potentially irreversible problems. Functional medicine always focuses on the unique nature of the Integrative Approach patient; there is no “one treatment fits An integrative, science-based healthall” mentality. Functional medicine care approach considers interactions vets are specifically trained to assess in the pet’s history, physiology and lifethe underlying causes of complex, style that might lead to problems. All of chronic disease and to apply strategies the diagnostic and treatment modalisuch as nutrition, diet and naturoties are based upon proven scientific pathic remedies to both principles and follow evidence-based treat and prevent these medicine to yield the best results in illnesses. They can ably terms of total function. help the increasing num- Functional medicine integrates ber of pets suffering from traditional Western medical practices complex, chronic health with what are sometimes considered issues such as diabetes, “holistic” or “complementary” healing heart methods. The focus is on prevention disease, through nutrition, diet and exercise; use

by Shawn Messonnier

any pet owners have chosen functional medicine for their own care, so they logically turn to it for their four-legged family members, as well. Most veterinarians are still unfamiliar with this approach to pet health care and may even discourage its use because they see it as being out of synch with conventional ideology. Functional medicine addresses the underlying causes of disease, using a systems-oriented approach and engaging patients and doctors in a partnership designed to improve health. This evolved practice better addresses individual needs than a traditional approach that focuses on illness and treating disease rather than restoring overall health. By shifting from an allopathic platform to a more holistic, patient-centered one, functional medicine addresses the whole pet, not just a set of symptoms.

Why Functional Medicine

The system of medicine practiced by most vets is geared toward acute care of a severe trauma or a climax in illness that necessitates urgent diagnosis and treatment. They typically apply specific, prescribed treatments such as drugs or perform surgery to treat the immediate problem or symptom. This approach works

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of the latest laboratory testing and other diagnostic techniques; and prescribed combinations of botanical medicines, supplements, therapeutic diets and detoxification programs, using drugs only when necessary as a last, rather than a first, resort. This whole-pet approach allows doctors to choose whichever therapies are best for each patient.

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Holistic vets see many patients for which conventional medicine has proven ineffective. Sometimes conventional doctors back away from offering treatment, either because the pet is “too old,” the treatment is “too expensive” or the results are unlikely to be “satisfactory.” Functional medicine can help many of these so-called hopeless cases, return pets to health and often heal disease after principles of functional medicine have been consistently applied to the pet’s everyday lifestyle. Finding a functional medicine vet is challenging, but worth the effort. Focusing on the individual needs of a pet ensures the optimum chance for achieving and sustaining proper health. Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. For more information, visit PetCareNaturally.com.

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Calf Stretch

Airplane Yoga Six Easy Stretches Ease the Journey

Upper Body Stretch

by Cynthia Bowman

he majority of the symptoms we can experience during flying—stiffness, poor circulation and swollen feet—are due to lack of movement rather than the altitude or pressurized cabin air. Knowing this can make healthy flying easier. Drinking lots of water and moving about and stretching every two to three hours on long flights is key; trips to the bathroom naturally help fulfill this. We also can keep blood from collecting in our lower extremities by finding a way to elevate our legs and feet periodically. Wiggle all 10 toes, shift positions and go for these six discreet airplane yoga stretches. Etiquette tip: Do the first two stretches at the back of the plane with adequate space and a wall to lean on. Don’t do these in the aisle; hanging on to someone’s seat back rocks it and can be annoying. A quad stretch involves the shoulders, upper legs, calves and ankles, while elevating each foot and getting the blood moving. Hang on to a wall, grab an ankle and bring the heel as close to the butt as possible. Then rotate the ankle in a circular motion. Do this as long as it feels worth doing, and then switch arms and legs. A calf stretch is a simple way to target calf and hamstring muscles, as well as ankles. Stand facing a wall, placing both hands at shoulder height on the wall for Quad Stretch

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Neck Stretch

Twisting the Torso

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balance, elbows bent. Take one foot forward and rest it on its heel, with toes pointing up and resting on the wall. Lean forward to the point of feeling a good stretch in the calf. Stretch 30 seconds per foot, gradually going deeper into the pose after a few breaths. Etiquette tip: The next four stretches can be done in an airplane seat or in the back of the plane. The upper body stretch targets wrists, hands, arms, shoulders, back and the upper body in general. Sit upright with feet firmly planted on the floor. Lift arms up and interlace fingers before turning palms to face the ceiling. Relax the shoulders and neck. The arms shouldn’t be covering the ears and can be adjusted by moving them a few inches forward or back. Tall individuals may need to bend their elbows, which still allows for stretching of the upper body. Neck stretches release tension and stiffness by tilting the head from side-to-side. Don’t make circular motions, as they can cause neck and spine compression. If holding the head to assist a deeper stretch, be considerate of neighbors by pointing the raised elbow forward to cradle the neck instead of resting it on a seatmate. Twisting the torso benefits both the spine and back muscles. Yogis believe that twisting motions also massage internal organs. While twisting, hang on to the armrest with both hands and sit as upright as possible, with legs together and feet firmly planted. Don’t bounce into the pose or shift or lift buttocks off the seat, but make slow, fluid movements. Bending forward while seated gives the back, neck and legs a good, deep stretch. All of these movements work well while we’re in the air and are equally useful on road trips, in the office or whenever we need a break. Cynthia Bowman is a freelance writer in Los Angeles, CA, who specializes in travel, culture and lifestyle topics. Visit JoyJournist.com.

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responds differently, it is important to recognize that drinking teas and herbal tea blends do not always give quick results. Tea’s milder but more natural action on the body may result in it being a few days to a few weeks in order to realize the full benefits. Each individual’s results will also depend on their current state of health. In general, the longer the body’s immune system has been compromised, the longer it may take for it to experience the positive effects of drinking tea. What is called “real tea” is made of leaves from the tea plant (Camellia Sinensis) and comes in four varieties: black, green, oolong, and white. “Herbal teas” are a blend of different parts of various other plants. Some herbal teas are blended using the leaves, flowers, fruits, roots or bark of any one of hundreds of different plants or may be a mixture of several plants. Tea generally contain less caffeine than coffee. Pure herbal and decaffeinated tea contain the lowest amount of caffeine. The following list compares the caffeine in coffee versus the main tea varieties. Caffeine Content Based on an 8 oz. Cup: Coffee 128 mg Black Tea 40 mg Oolong Tea 30 mg Green Tea 20 mg White Tea 15 mg Herbal Tea 5 mg Decaffeinated Tea 2 mg

Antioxidants

The Medicinal Value of Tea by Cindy Ball “Let thy food be thy medicine and thy medicine, thy food.” ~Hippocrates

any people don’t realize that there is a simple and enjoyable way to meet some of their nutritional needs while keeping their immune system working properly. Let’s talk tea. Tea consumption is not a “magic cure”, but when incorporated into a diet on a regular basis, tea drinkers experience more health benefits than nondrinkers. A simple cup of tea has the power to deliver healing herbal agents to the bloodstream more quickly than pills, capsules, tinctures or infusions. The immune system is the first line of defense against all types of illnesses and disease, so bolstering it can benefit the body in countless ways. Since everyone’s body 40

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Antioxidants help neutralize oxidative damage caused by free radicals, which are unstable molecules in the body. Tea contains several types of antioxidants which aid in slowing the deterioration of the body at the cellular level. The main health-promoting substances in tea are polyphenols, in particular catechins and epicatechins. Free radicals and oxidants play a dual role as both toxic and beneficial compounds, since they can be both harmful or helpful to the body. They are produced either from normal cell metabolisms or from external sources (pollution, cigarette smoke, radiation, medication). When an overload of free radicals accumulates in the body, this generates a phenomenon called oxidative stress, which is the body’s version of rust. This process plays a major part in the development of chronic and degenerative illness such as cancer, autoimmune disorders, aging, cataracts, rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. The following is a list of the types of antioxidants found in tea that aids in slowing oxidative stress: Phytochemicals play a role in reducing the risk of cancer and heart disease. Some phytochemicals such as tea flavonoids are also antioxidants. Flavonoids are a class of polyphenolic phytochemicals found in tea that are effective antioxidants. Flavonoids found in tea and many fruits and vegetables are antioxidants and are

thought to contribute to some of the potential health benefits in these plant foods. Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) are the main catechins in green and black teas. EGCG is a strong antioxidant and has been shown to reduce the formation of lung, esophageal and skin tumors in animal models of human cancer. Theanine is an amino acid commonly found in tea that can cross the bloodbrain barrier, therefore has psychoactive properties. It may reduce mental and physical stress, and may produce feelings of relaxation by increasing levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), serotonin, dopamine and alpha wave activity. Tannins are polyphenols—compounds present in plant foods that are responsible for the colors of many flowers and the astringent flavor of foods such as unripe fruit and tart red wine, according to Cornell University. The exact amount of tannins in various types of tea varies depending on what color the tea is and how long it was steeped before drinking it. Cornell University also notes that tannins help proteins retain their molecular structure, meaning that the proteins are able to function normally in your body. Tannins in tea have the ability to fight viruses such as influenza, dysentery and hepatitis. They also have therapeutic effects on gastric and intestinal illnesses and make a great digestive aid. Teas and other herbs help our bodies naturally minimize the impact of pollution, stress, and free radicals in our bodies. So, drink up! Cindy Ball is a tea enthusiast and master herbalist. She owns Vibe Teahouse, an online and mobile tea company in the Upstate area. She can be reached at 864-252-8823 or Cindy@TheVibeTeahouse.com. To read the sources for this article from Harvard University, Jillian Michaels, NCBI and others, go to TinyUrl.com/ ptoq98y, TinyUrl.com/zctknl2, TinyUrl. com/8kcsoja, TinyUrl.com/jrat2qm and TinyUrl.com/hrcxdw2.

Pampering Patients Oncology Skin Care Soothes and Rejuvenates by Kim LaMartiniere

ancer can have numerous effects on the body, mind and spirit of a patient, including a host of conditions that often wreak havoc on their skin. Because skin is the largest organ of the body, it can become extremely dry, irritated and reactive during oncology treatments. The acid mantle—a protective, slightly acidic film on the skin’s surface—usually acts as the skin’s barrier of protection. During medical treatments, it becomes compromised because skin cells lack normal levels of sebum (a lipid), making it extremely hard to keep the skin moist and protected from bacterial invasion. Therefore proper hydration, both inside and out, is very important for the health of the skin during oncology treatments. Toxin-free, plant-based skincare products hydrate, nourish and protect the skin with antioxidant vitamins. Most plant-based oils mimic the skin’s natural sebum and repair the acid mantle while providing anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties to further combat dryness and dehydration. Products containing alcohol should be avoided, but ingredients such as aloe vera, chamomile, calendula, emu oil, oatmeal and black seed oil have soothing properties. The use of too many products can clog pores, so simplify skincare routines by using a gentle soap-free cleanser with an effective hydrating moisturizer and chemical-free sun protection. Also avoid touching the face which can cause more irritation. Oncology patients can also benefit from the safe and professional skincare treatments of a qualified oncology esthetician. These trained professionals utilize their understanding of cancer, the side effects of treatment and the suitable skincare options, to provide specialized care for anyone who has undergone or is presently undergoing oncology treatment. The experience soothes both the patient’s skin and mind. Although every patient is different, The International Dermal Institute recommends avoiding excessive heat (including steam, infrared and steamed towels), extractions, stimulating products and strong exfoliants (physical or chemical) for all clients in active cancer treatment or recent recovery. Hydrating treatments are effective and soothing. Essential oils can also be beneficial, but clients should inform their esthetician of sensitivities to aromas before use. The effects of cancer and cancer treatment can cause dramatic skin care changes, but with the help of specialized professionals and simple plant-based products, a patient’s “new normal” in skin care can be achieved. Kim LaMartiniere is a licensed oncology esthetician and owner of Wellness Spa of Ocean Springs, in Ocean Springs, MS. Connect at 228-209-4090 or WellnessSpaOS.com. natural awakenings

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Holistic Dermatology Inner Health, Radiant Skin by Linda Sechrist

Holistic skin care practices are simple, healthy and sustainably good for people and the planet because they follow nature’s example.

edical Doctor Alan M. Dattner, a 35-year pioneer in the field of holistic dermatology, faithfully follows nature’s principles in supporting skin health. His book Radiant Skin from the Inside Out: The Holistic Dermatologist’s Guide to Healing Your Skin Naturally maps out how skin reflects the body’s healthy or unhealthy organs and systems. Finding the internal root cause of problems on the skin, the body’s largest organ, takes time to investigate. Dattner, who practices in New York City and New Rochelle, New York, and considers himself a “skin detective”, says that although his forensic work continues to expand, he still begins his sleuthing by compiling a detailed and comprehensive history that yields clues for solving health puzzles and points him in the direction of what’s causing problems. Some patients with acne also have symptoms of bloating, gastrointestinal issues or chronic bowel disease. Others may have traveled to another country where they contracted diarrhea from a parasite or foreign bacteria that upset their intestinal microbiome.

Skin outbreaks can also be the result of food sensitivities or food allergies. “I make patients aware of the issues underlying their skin problems so that they understand the connection between internal health and skin. Then they can make conscious food choices,” says Dattner. Diet is a critical aspect of healthy skin. Food sensitivities can cause inflammation that can show up on the skin, he explains. Dattner incorporates several diagnostic techniques and remedies from other medical traditions, including herbal, homeopathic and ayurvedic. A tongue diagnosis he uses is taken from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). He uses Applied Kinesiology to refine his therapeutic choices as the results align with his knowledge of dermatology, immunology and integrative medicine. Janice MacKenzie, acupuncture practitioner, teacher and author of Discovering the Five Elements: One Day at a Time, views the skin as a third lung, because it breathes. “If the organs of elimination aren’t working well—large intestine, liver and kidney—then toxins leave through the

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skin, another organ of elimination,” says MacKenzie, who practices in Perkasie, Pennsylvania. “When constipation leaves toxins to be reabsorbed into the blood and recirculated through the liver, the body, out of desperation, seeks ways to get rid of toxins through the skin. This can result in eczema, psoriasis, rashes, boils and acne,” notes MacKenzie. In TCM, the facial redness of rosacea originates in a heating of the blood caused by toxicity. An inflammatory condition of excess energy and toxicity in the stomach travels upward through the stomach energy meridian that runs from the eye to the second toe. It’s supposed to flow downward through the mouth, throat and intestines and out. Elina Fedatova, cosmetic chemist, aesthetician, owner of spas in Chicago and Kalamazoo, Michigan, and formulator of Elina Organics, addresses skin as an aspect of a whole healthy body. Her product line is created wholly from organic plant extracts and essential oils, made in batches every two weeks. These purely natural products can be ingested without harmful effects. “Formulas are made using holistic principles and adjusted for each season,” says Fedatova. She agrees with Dattner, “Protecting skin from the inside with a nutritious diet that benefits the entire body is vital, as important as keeping the skin’s surface clean.” In caring for skin from the outside, a gentle exfoliation that can be done at home three times a week using a honey mask is the first step. Skin cells produced in the deepest layer gradually push their way to the epidermis every 30 days and die. Dead cells pile up unevenly and give the skin’s surface a dry, dull appearance. Treatment serums, moisturizing lotions and eye and neck creams are necessary elements of a complete facial skin care regimen, as is a natural sunscreen with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. “Using skincare practices and products that follow nature’s example are the perfect external complement to good internal health,” says Fedatova. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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SKY HIGH A Simple Gaze Invokes the Infinite by Sandy C. Newbigging

magine being outside on a sunny day, looking at a clear, blue sky. It’s natural to feel calm and wonderful while contemplating this expansive view. Then a solitary bird flies across our field of vision. Noticing it takes our attention away from the stillness of the sky to instead track its movement as it flies by. Then we start thinking about the bird: “I wonder where it’s coming from and going? Why is it alone? Has it lost its mate?” At that point, we are no longer feeling calm, but concerned. Inside of each of us, right now, there is a “big blue sky” of awareness with all kinds of “birds” flying around, including thoughts, emotions, physical sensations and anything in the external world that catches our attention. Attaining a consistent inner calm is possible by learning to be more interested in and attentive to the conscious awareness that is calmly observing what’s going on in our thinking, emotions, bodily sensations and life. We can live permanently engaged with this awareness and the inner dominion it contains instead of being helplessly caught up in the content of our own or others’ thinking or emotion, which are often conditioned by the world to be more negative than positive. As we mature in this skill, we discover that such awareness is always still, silent, peaceful, powerful, unlimited and infinite. It reflects who we really are as opposed to who we think we are. Through practice, it becomes our natural way of being and we awake to an excellent way of living To experience this, try the Gently Alert Attention Wide Open (GAAWO) technique. Look at something that’s straight ahead while simultaneously letting the gaze gently open up wider, looking neither left nor right, using passive peripheral vision. Now do the same with up and down, so gentle alertness encompasses an even greater scope. As we do this, we will likely notice that our thoughts are stilled and we feel more present, calm and quiet than a moment earlier. This simple technique works for everyone. By playing with it regularly, we can discover that a sense of peace never leaves us; rather, we leave our innate, peaceful center when we focus on and feel the to and fro movements of our mind. Exchanging typical thinking for staying in a conscious state of awareness helps us to unchain our being from limiting views and perspectives, so that we live more freely. Sandy C. Newbigging is the creator of Calmology principles and techniques, including the transformative GAAWO. He offers a 12-week Calmology foundation course at CalmClan.com. Connect at SandyNewbigging.com.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 1 Burning Bowl Ceremony - Release and Grow – 10:30am-noon. In preparing for 2017, releasing outgrown aspects of ourselves and replacing them with more of what is desired for our spiritual growth and expansion. No registration required. Love offering appreciated. Free. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendleton. Questions, call 646-6114.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 3 Detoxify and Purify the Body Naturally – 6:30pm. Dr. Yvette Edwards will host a community lecture explaining the Detox/Cleanse program, a 3 week program starting January 9 which is specifically designed to slowly, safely and effectively detoxify the gastro-intestinal system, liver, kidneys and gallbladder. Free. Life Chiropractic Clinic, 1272 Woodruff Rd., Greenville. 207-4301. DrEdwardsChiro.com

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4 Dr. Connie Casebolt on Jack and Megan Show – 10am. Listen to Dr. Casebolt chat with hosts Jack and Megan about thyroid and other hormones that are out of balance. Find out about a seminar that explains it even more. Free. Wellness by Design (formerly GFM Wellness). Watch from home on Channel 7. 558-0200. WellnessByDesign.center

SUNDAY, JANUARY 8 Reclaim your Divine Inheritance – 10:30am-noon. In this discussion, we will look at our birthright of health, wholeness, and prosperity and why we often separate from what has been given freely to us by Spirit. No registration required. Love offering appreciated. Free. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/ Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendleton. Questions, call 646-6114.

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you can’t lose weight, stay cold, have fatigue, hair loss or constipation, you could have low thyroid– even if your doctor has told you that you don’t. Come find out the truth about thyroid dysfunction. Free. Wellness by Design (formerly GFM Wellness), now located at 850 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Ste. 103, Greenville. 558-0200. WellnessByDesign.center

SUNDAY, JANUARY 15 The Spirit You Knew as a Child – 10:30am-noon. Join us and discuss how to uncover the secrets to living as adults, meeting responsibilities, and being free to choose “delight, and lightheartedness” in your life. Reclaim that “child within”. No registration required. Love offering appreciated. Free. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendleton. Questions, call 646-6114.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18 Dr. Connie Casebolt on Jack and Megan Show – 10am. Listen to Dr. Casebolt chat with hosts Jack and Megan about thyroid and other hormones that are out of balance. Find out about a seminar that explains it even more. Free. Wellness by Design (formerly GFM Wellness). Watch from home on Channel 7. 558-0200. WellnessByDesign.center

SUNDAY, JANUARY 29 A Sound Called Unity: The Twelve Powers – 10:30am-noon. Explore Insights on each of “The Twelve Powers”, in the classic book by Charles Fillmore and follow a synchronized meditation in Syria in which millions participated. 5th Sunday Market follows. No registration required. Love offering appreciated. Free. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendleton. Questions, call 646-6114.

plan ahead markyourcalendar FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3 Ladies Night Out – 5:30-7:30pm. Join us for food, fun and frivolity! This night is for your family and friends. We will have vendors, free chair massages, spinal screenings and giveaways! We are still looking for vendors; if interested contact Bree Aponte. Free. Enhanced Living Chiropractic, 140 Sage Creek Way, Greer. Bree Aponte 848-0640. EnhancedLivingChiro.com. EnhancedLivingPR@att.net.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 22 Growing On – 10:30am-noon. When do we grow on? How do we know it’s the “right” time? Why would we want to? Let’s explore the answers together. No registration required. Love offering appreciated. Free. Unity Spiritual Center of Clemson/ Anderson, 304 Lebanon Rd., Pendleton. Questions, call 646-6114.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 24 Thyroid Seminar – 6:15pm. Begins promptly. If you can’t lose weight, stay cold, have fatigue, hair loss or constipation, you could have low thyroid– even if your doctor has told you that you don’t. Come find out the truth about thyroid dysfunction. Free. Wellness by Design (formerly GFM Wellness),

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sunday Southern Flow Hot Yoga – 9am, 4pm, 6pm. Vigorous series of poses accessible to all levels. $15 drop-in; packages available. Southern Om Hot Yoga, 1140 Woodruff Rd, next to Whole Foods Market, Greenville. 329 -1114. Ashtanga Full Primary Series – 11am-1pm. Intended to realign spine, detoxify body, and build strength/flexibility/stamina. Approx. 75 poses starting with sun salutations, then standing poses, seated poses, inversions, and backbends before relaxation. Minimal heat (85-90°). Taught by MaryAnne Abdulhadi. $15 drop-in; class packages and monthly memberships available. Southern Om Hot Yoga, 1140 Woodruff Rd., Ste. 301 (next to Whole Foods), Greenville. 329-1114. SouthernOM. com. Info@SouthernOM.com.

The Path to Optimal Health – Every 3rd Monday. 6-7:30pm. We will discuss nutrition, exercise, stress reduction, mental attitude, posture, sleep and the central nervous system that all make up the path to living a happier, healthier, more vibrant life. Free. Auger Family Chiropractic, 1315 Haywood Rd., Ste. 2, Greenville. 322-2828. W.O.W. Dinner–Be Our GUEST – 6:30pm. Last Monday of every month. Learn how to: Prevent chronic diseases, Decrease stress, Avoid common foods that actually destroy your health, Ensure optimal health and healing, Easily get fit and maintain a healthy weight, Live a happier life! Free. Auger Family Chiropractic. Event held at City Range Steakhouse Grill, 615 Haywood Rd., Greenville. 322-2828. AugerChiro.com. DrGeorge@AugerChiro.com.

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Southern Flow Hot Yoga – 6am, 8am, 10am, noon, 4pm, 5:30pm, 7:15pm. See Sunday 9am listing. Southern Om Hot Yoga. Greenville Zoo: Tell Me About It Tuesdays – 10:30am and 12:30pm. Do you have questions about the giraffes, orangutans or toucans? Representative of the Zoo’s Education Department will be at select exhibits answering any questions you might have. Open to the general public. Cost is zoo admission. Greenville Zoo, 150 Cleveland Park Dr, Greenville. GreenvilleZoo.com

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Ruth Kyle, L.Ac. 106 Memorial Dr. 864-877-0111 • Greer

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Take it all in and enhance your wellbeing. We carry G2™ 100% pure therapeutic essential oils in single and custom blends. See ad, page 31.

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 Bio-Energetic testing methods and incorporate German-manufactured Homeopathic drainage remedies and supplements. Oxygen Therapy and Chiropractic Care also offered. See ad, page 7.

Acupuncture that’s relaxing and effective! Experience with pain management, migraines, men’s/ women’s issues, stress plus more. Come for a session and nourish your body and spirit.

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Food sensitivities can cause fatigue, weight gain, migraines, bloating and arthritis. We offer precise testing to identify and treat these disorders. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

AROMATHERAPY GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE

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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.

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You don’t have to suffer from night sweats, hot flashes, poor sleep, brain fog, loss of sex drive, weight gain and fatigue. We offer natural hormone replacement therapy customized for each individual patient to address these issues. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

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

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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 6.

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CHIROPRACTOR 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 44.

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 7.

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY CUSTOM-MED PHARMACY

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

Specializing in custom compounding, including thyroid medication, bio-identical hormone replacement, pediatrics, and pets. Professional grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 35.

GREENHILL PHARMACY

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Offering compounding solutions for pediatric, veterinarian, dermatolo g y, t o p i c a l p a i n creams, hormone replacement, hospice, sports medicine and more. Covered by insurance. Free and curbside delivery. Pure, natural beauty and nutritional products. See ad, page 28.

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We compound (create) individualized medicines for your unique needs, perfectly suited to your body. We also offer natural medicines, bio-identical hormones, vitamins and herbs. Locally owned and operated since 1982. See ad, page 33.

COUNSELING THE GREENVILLE RELATIONSHIP INSTITUTE

Andrew Johnston, Mdiv, MA, LPCI 710 Pettigru St. 864-990-4442 • Greenville GreenvilleMarriageCounseling.com

Bringing emotionally-focused couples therapy to the Upstate with professional counseling, educational classes, and special events. Discover a more effective roadmap to secure, meaningful relationships. See ad, page 9.

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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, laserassisted periodontal therapy and ozone therapy; fluoride-free office since 1995. See ad, page 22.

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, laser-assisted periodontal therapy and ozone therapy; fluoride-free office since 1995. See ad, page 22.

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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.

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We identify the causes of disease rather than just suppressing the symptoms with drugs. We teach you how to implement life-style changes for permanent good health. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

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Preventative and Personalized Healthcare with over 75 years of combined medical practice. Board-Certified Environmental, Functional & Integrative Medicine. We get to the root cause of your illness. Allergy Testing. Autoimmune Diseases. Women’s Health. See ad, page 5.

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

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

Offering highquality, 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. See ad, page 34.

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OXYGEN HAIR STUDIO

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

Chicago and European trained. Certified master colorist. Hair design, hair care, and creative consultation specialist. Natural, organic, and European hair products available. Open Tuesday through Saturday. Credit cards accepted. See ad, page 12.

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3769 Parris Bridge Road 864-578-0446 • Boiling Spring BelueFarms.com

Stocking local, organic and specialty foods including fresh produce, grass-fed beef, pastured meats and eggs, wild-caught seafood, raw milk and cheese, gluten-free staples, wholesome snacks and Paleo, Whole30 and GAPS foods. Eat healthy. Be happy! See ad page 31.

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.

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We offer several innovative strategies for pain problems. Pulsed Electrical Magnetic Frequency, Bio-Modulation and ozone injections all jump-start the healing process to get YOU out of pain. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

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body andListen spirit to Life. Licensed audiologists FULCRUM OSTEOPATHIC who have served WELLNESS CLINIC with pride and comRebecca J. Bowers, D.O., C-NMM/OMM passion for over 30 • A doctor who knows you like family4010 E. North St., Ste. 4 years. Marcy and 864-417-5255 • Greenville • An MD with expertise to help Alisa personalize Osteopathically-trained physitranslate hearing solutions for you. See and ad, navigate page 13.health cian using OMM (osteopathchallenges ic manipulative medicine) to INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE help people reduce pain and discomfort, increase physical MARIA O. CAYELLI, MD performance and improve 777 Senate Parkway health and general well-be864-932-4114 • Anderson ing. See ad, page 11.

A full-service grocery market owned and operated by the community. Specializing in locally grown, organic and non-GMO products. Opening April 15. See ad, page 29.

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MINDFUL COUNSELING

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

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Pain and stress reduction and injury rehabilitation. Improve circulation, flexibility, athletic performance and posture. 30+ years’ experience. Member of AMTA & NCTMB.

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COMPLETE HEALING AND WELLNESS

Thomas A. Malone, MD Sharon Barthelmes, FNP Ruth Geide, NP-C 24 E. Main St. 864-847-6020 • Williamston CompleteHealing.net

Find many treatments under one roof. We offer chiropractic care, family medicine, massage therapy, physiotherapy, cold laser therapy, HCG for weight loss and help with peripheral neuropathy. See ad, page 37.

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Lauren is a Certified and dedicated Level 2 Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique Practitioner. Past life regression, quantum healing, and some intuitive surprises. Experience multidimensional healing in mind, body, and spirit!

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Listen to Love in the Morning on Earth FM 103.3. The Greatest Hits on Earth! See ad, page 18.

REIKI / HEALING TOUCH DIVINELY RESTORED

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As a Certified Reiki Master, Crystal Healer and Ethical Intuitive Consultant, Julie is guided by Source as she combines several modalities to provide each client a unique healing experience tailored specifically for them.

RETAIL RELAX THE BACK

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The leading retailer for people seeking relief and prevention of back and neck pain by offering posture and back support products and self-care solutions. See ad, page 10..

SPIRITUAL CENTER UNITY CENTER OF CLEMSON/ANDERSON

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Christina LeBoeuf Lic.Ac., MAOM; CCT; CLDT 3100 Grandview Dr., Simpsonville 864-516-6868 • Travelers Rest CarolinaHolisticHealthLLC.com

Safe, pain/radiation free imaging. FDA registered Class I medical device. Imaging starts at $150 (includes free consultation to review the results). Enhancing Chinese Medicine with Modern Technology. See ad, page 8.

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WEIGHT LOSS AUGER FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

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Thermography, FDA-approved, non-invasive breast screening, no compression. It’s great for women with implants. Younger women can start early detection without radiation concerns. Call for details. See ad, page 6.

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Our doctor supervised ChiroThin Weight Loss program is safe, effective, affordable and designed to help you lose weight fast. Lose between 20-35 pounds in six weeks! You can because I did! See ad, page 44.

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VETERINARY CARE

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ALL ABOUT PETS

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

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

No need to go hungry and no gimmicks! We have an excellent track record for permanent weight loss by teaching life-style modifications, rebalancing hormones and detoxing the body. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

WHOLE BODY VIBRATION CIRCULATION NATION®

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS

864-593-8217 • Greenville/Greer 864-967-1803 • Simpsonville CirculationNation.com

CUSTOM-MED PHARMACY

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

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Vitamins and supplements compounded on-site. Professional grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Specializing in bio-identical hormone replacement and custom thyroid medication. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 35.

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 19.

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 35.

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WHOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTER COMPLETE HEALING AND WELLNESS

Drs. Marylouise and Jack Wise, DC 24 E. Main St. 864-847-6020 • Williamston CompleteHealing.net

MOKSHA CENTER FOR WELLNESS

Mary Lydia Wilkinson, CT 201 W Stone Ave. 864-663-2136 • Greenville MokshaGreenville.com WellnessDirector@MokshaGreenville.com

WOMEN’S HEALTH CUSTOM-MED PHARMACY

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

Thyroid, perimenopausal or menopausal i s s u e s ? We specialize in custom compounding including bioidentical hormone replacement and custom thyroid medication. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 35.

GFM WELLNESS

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Offering colon hydrotherapy, acupuncture, fire cupping, access bars, yoga, qigong, lifecoaching, counseling, massage therapy, sound therapy, reiki, waxing, facials, north node coaching, ionic foot detox, whole body vibration, ear candling, and more! See ad, page 13.

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Say “Goodbye” to fatigue, poor sleep, loss of sex drive, night sweats, poor memory and depression. We are patient-specific, meaning each treatment is specifically designed for the individual. See ad, pages 2 and 3.

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 6.

YOGA / PILATES SOUTHERN OM HOT YOGA

1140 Woodruff Rd. 864-329-1114 * Greenville SouthernOM.com

Two Styles of hot yoga. Designed to stretch, tone, and detoxify your body, mind and spirit. Voted 2015 Best of the Upstate.

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