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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.

22 EXPLORING OUR

CREATIVE SIDE

Engaging in Community Arts Brings Unexpected Rewards by Judith Fertig

28 BANISHING WHEAT BELLY The Drawbacks of a Wheat-Dominated Diet by Lee Walker

30 MAKING ALLOWANCES Learning to Manage Money at a Young Age by Sharon Lechter

32 ECO-FRIENDLIER FLOORS 28 Top Green Choices for What’s Underfoot by Brita Belli

I am responsible for managing our school’s organic garden. I helped develop the marketing plan for our Earth Day plant sale. I know the importance of photosynthesis to our crops. I am in the second grade and my education has strong roots. I am Five Oaks Academy. Toddler to Middle School 1101 Jonesville Road Simpsonville, SC (864) 228-1881 www.fiveoaksacademy.com

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34 FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

Taking the Whole Toolbox Approach

by Kathleen Barnes

36 DOGGY LOST…

AND FOUND AGAIN

by Avery Mack

44 INJURY-FREE YOGA Proven Approaches for Safe Practice

by Lynda Bassett

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contact us Publishers Linda & Jim Craig Managing Editor Sharon Hadden Contributing Editors Michele Senac - Lauren Hanson Advertising / NAN Card Linda Craig - Dawn Deboskey Design & Production / Ad Design Susan McCann - Wendy Wilson Distribution Jim Craig - Ed Wilmot To contact Natural Awakenings

t’s not easy being publisher. From month to month, we strive to deliver innovative community news, classic healthy living tidbits and an abundance of inspirational auras to our readers. Imagine our editorial process as an audition. This month’s theme, Creativity, challenged our staff to take an artistic approach during try-outs. All of the acts were good, but after much sweat and deliberation, we are pleased to showcase the selections that made the final cut. Exploring Our Creative Side, page 22, expresses the joy and fulfillment rewarded when participating in community arts. The Wallace Foundation recently conducted a study showing that in addition to physical and mental stimulation, practicing and performing in a hands-on group environment aids in developing a sense of trust and reciprocity. The foundation also noted that arts derived from ethnic traditions, such as African and Indian dance, help participants develop and maintain their cultural heritage. Next up, Banishing Wheat Belly, page 28 educates us on how the elimination of wheat from our diet can help prevent diabetes, inflammation of various organs and aid in weight loss. The article also suggests a few wheat-free alternatives to get your creative juices flowing about your diet. Several others made it to the finals, including Making Allowances: Learning to Manage Money at a Young Age on page 30; three full-proof natural pet selections on pages 36 to 41; and our yoga resource guide on pages 42-45 in celebration of yoga month. But, we couldn’t have made it to the grand finale without the unwavering support of our advertisers.

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communitynews Oxy-Ionic Water For Better Health

ll Natural Health & Beauty Center is now offering Oxy-Ionic water in a 20 fl. oz. bottle. The water was previously only sold in one, three, and five gallon bottles prior to the 20 fl. oz. bottle launch. Bobby Caston, President, All Natural Health & Beauty, states, “Oxy-Ionic water is ionized and carries an alkaline Ph range of 8-10. The water clusters are reduced in size from 10-16 molecules per cluster to 5-8 molecules per cluster, which makes the water approximately two times more penetrable than regular water. When you drink Oxy-Ionic water on a consistent basis, your body becomes more alkaline. Scientists have known for years that keeping the body in an elevated alkaline state is essential to good health. The immune system benefits as well because viruses, bacteria, and parasites cannot live in a highly alkalized environment.” All Natural Health & Beauty Center has continued serving the Golden Strip Community for 21 years, offering natural health products (i.e., natural products as seen on the Dr. Oz Show) and hair care services (i.e., chemical-free keratin protein hair systems). The Upstate is invited to stop by and experience the exceptional customer service and technical expertise the center has to offer. All Natural Health & Beauty Center is located at 101 East College St, Simpsonville. For more information, call 864-963-2882 or visit NaturalFarmacy.net . See ad, page 15.

EarthWise Opens for Furry Friends

All you need is love. ~John Lennon 10

arthWise Pet Supply has opened its first Greenville area location on Woodruff Rd. EarthWise is dedicated to the goal of bettering the lives of pets and their owners through proper education, superior customer service, all natural products, and green business practices. The 2,500 sq. ft. facility features some of the best dog and cat food products from kibble to raw diets and lots of wholesome treats. The company logo reflects its belief that proper nutrition is best understood by looking at the natural eating habits of our pet’s ancestors and replicating those diets as much as possible. Supporting manufacturers include Earthborn Holistic, Natural Balance, Blue Wilderness, NutriSource, Pure Vita, Orijen, Sojo’s, Canidae, Natures Variety, Northwest Naturals, Taste of the Wild, and many others. Pet supplies in stock range from leashes/collars and apparel to motivation toys, grooming, medications and supplements. EarthWise also offers Groom-n-Spa services using all natural products. The grooming services include cleaning pets eyes and ears, a careful nail trim, and a luxurious bath. They also offer one of the most convenient self-service dog wash facilities, equipped with temperature controlled bathing systems, forced air only dryers and best of all, they clean up the mess! EarthWise Pet Supply will be celebrating its Grand Opening on September 8 and would like to invite the entire Upstate pet community to visit and tour its facilities. A number of pet nutrition representatives will be available to answer questions and there will be plenty of fun giveaways for both pet and owner alike. EarthWise Pet Supply is located at 2700 Woodruff Rd, Suite J, Simpsonville. For more information, call 864-631-1945 or visit Facebook.com/EarthWisePetGreenville. See ad, inside front cover.

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Easy Going for Gluten-Free Diets

he world of those who require a gluten-free diet will be, at least for a few hours, much easier on Saturday, September 8 from 11-2pm. Ingles Markets and the Greenville Gluten Intolerance Group are sponsoring their first Upstate Gluten Free Expo that will be held at the Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (The Kroc Center). on Westfield St. in Greenville. The Expo will feature over 25 local and national vendors of gluten-free items. Local restaurants and bakeries will also be present. Some of the vendors that will be featured include Cabot Cheese Coop, Mediterranean Snacks, Sticky Fingers Restaurant, Bob’s Red Mill, Chocolate Moose Bakery, Snyder’s Pretzels, and Wild Ace Pizza & Pub. For just $5 (entry fee for those 12 & over), attendees will have the opportunity to sample and purchase a variety of glutenfree products from snacks and sweets to cosmetics. Additionally, there will be educational presentations to provide attendees with more information about the gluten-free diet, celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity. Event organizers ask that attendees not bring strollers. For more information, contact the Greenville Gluten Intolerance at 864-517-6870 or visit Ingles-Markets.com/ask_leah.

Sherman College Hosts Community Wellness Fair

herman College of Chiropractic is hosting a Community Wellness Fair on its college campus in Spartanburg. Family-friendly activities including a Touch-a-Truck section for children of all ages and a full range of health screenings are planned. The Blood Connection will be onsite accepting donations until 2pm. Event attendees can register for a free yoga class at the fair, courtesy of Zen Garden Yoga of Spartanburg. Learn about nutrition and local recreational opportunities, have a spinal exam by the College’s chiropractic interns, receive valuable coupons to follow up at the Sherman College Health Center, and much more. Spinal screening participants can register for a free IPAD to be given away at the conclusion of the fair. Admission and parking are free. Concessions will be available for purchase. Wellness-oriented businesses and organizations are encouraged to participate and non-profit organizations may exhibit free of charge. Join the fun on Saturday, October 13 from 10am to 3pm, rain or shine. Sherman College of Chiropractic is located at 2020 Springfield Rd, Spartanburg. For more information, contact Wendy Parker, 704-600-5272. natural awakenings

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communitynews Earth Fare Hosts Natural Awakenings Healthy Living Expo

arth Fare, The Healthy Supermarket on Pelham Rd. in Greenville, will host a Natural Awakenings Magazine Healthy Living Expo on Saturday, September 8 from 11am-3pm. Natural and eco-friendly businesses as well as fitness and wellness providers will be on site to assist guests in making healthier lifestyle choices. Samples will be available as well as complimentary chair massage, chiropractic screenings, and acupuncture. Be sure to participate in the raffles throughout the event. Admission is free. Earth Fare is located at 3620 Pelham Rd, Greenville. For more information, call 864-248-4910. See ad, page 13.

Inspirational Inner Light Retreats Offered At Lake Keowee

he Inner Light Retreat embraces the concept of warm, personal services while providing a blissful sanctuary where the body is rejuvenated and the spirit is soothed. This retreat will be offered over the course of four weekends, beginning in late September, and coming to a close in early November. The four day retreat in Seneca, SC includes mountain hikes/nature paths, detoxifying foot baths, an infrared sauna experience, healing circles and discussions, delicious healthy meals and more. This extraordinary experience on a private estate on Lake Keowee will restore, inspire and delight. Guests will attain the most desired benefits of balance and harmony, through the therapies and healing of energy fields and chakras. This experience which will provide a lifetime of benefits assisting in the creation of a life filled with inner peace and joy, followed by deep personal freedom from conflicts, pain or suffering. The retreat will take place on Sept. 28-Oct 1, 2012, Oct. 12-15, 2012, Oct. 26-29, 2012 and Nov. 2-5, 2012. Cost is $800, inclusive of activities and meals, per individual. For more information or to RSVP, contact Kelly Casey at 754-245-1220.

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Vibrate Your Way to Wellness at Goga Studios

oga Studios is designed to provide their clients the opportunity to vibrate, hydrate, radiate and rejuvenate. By offering vibration technology, along with a far-infrared sauna, alkaline water and Himalayan salt products, Goga Studios is able to target whole body wellness. Vibration technology is effective for everyone and ideal for those with time constraints, struggle with traditional workouts or have physical limitations that keep them from their peak potential. Ten Minutes is all it takes. Stand comfortably on our stateof-the-art, oscillating and pivotal vibration platform and discover how your muscles are gently utilized and the blood circulation begins to improve. The oscillating vibrations are produced with a side-alternating rocking movement, similar to walking. Our bodies respond to this natural stimulus with an involuntary reflex muscle contraction, similar to when we are pushed. Depending on the speed, muscles will react up to 23 times per second (approximately 11-12 contractions and 11-12 relaxations), and as the acceleration forces increase, the body will feel as though it â&#x20AC;&#x153;weighsâ&#x20AC;? more. This technology means individuals can work against a far greater influence or load of gravity in every movement performed, otherwise known as G-Force Unlike other fitness machines, Whole Body Vibration (WBV) technology is particularly unique because it may achieve results for a wide range of objectives for all ages and body types, including those with physical limitations. Body builders, personal trainers, and physical therapists love it because they find they are able to target specific muscles more effectively. Goga Studios - Greenville/Greer call 864-593-8217 for more information. Goga Studios - Taylors Call 864-6631845 for more information. GogaStudios. com. See ad, page 3.

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healthbriefs National Women’s Health & Fitness Day is September 26— Look for a Local Event

Few U.S. Adults Regularly Practice Healthy Habits

recent American Heart Association (AHA) survey reports that only 12 percent of American adults regularly practice the healthy-life trifecta of good nutrition, exercise and oral care. The most common excuse is a lack of time. Of those surveyed, 80 percent said that eating at least nine servings of fruit and vegetables daily is a struggle. About 60 percent find it difficult to log the association’s recommended 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week. At least 25 percent don’t brush and rinse twice daily and floss at least once daily. Yet, 90 percent of Americans like the idea of improving their health. The AHA “My Heart. My Life.” initiative offers a straightforward set of solutions to help families understand how to make incremental changes that have long-term health impact (MyLifeCheck.Heart.org). “Whether it is simply adding a 30-minute brisk walk to your day, eating a few more fruits and vegetables with meals, balancing your calories and physical activity to achieve a healthy body weight or creating routine oral care habits—it all contributes to an overall healthier lifestyle,” says Cardiologist Tracy Stevens, a professor of medicine with Saint Luke’s Cardiovascular Consultants, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Watching Magic Boosts Creativity in Children

esearchers from Lancaster University have discovered that youngsters watching creative fantasy films improve their own imagination and creativity. The study involved 52 4-to-6-year-old children. The youngsters were split into two groups and shown two short segments of a popular fantasy movie. The findings showed that the group watching the magical scenes generally scored “significantly better” in creative activities than their peers in the other group that saw scenes without any magical content.

Why Laptops Should be Renamed... and Relocated

he portable computers that serve as our business and communication “lifelines” may actually be thwarting unborn lives. Researchers suggest that laptop computer (LTC) users should avoid putting the devices directly on their laps, especially for extended periods of time. Recent research reported in the journal Fertility and Sterility examined semen samples from 29 healthy male donors that used an LTC on their laps, near their testes. The scientists found that LTCs connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi resulted in decreased sperm motility and increased sperm DNA fragmentation. A separate study, published in the journal Archives of Environmental and Occupational Health, noted that electromagnetic fields produced by LTCs likely induce currents within the body and can expose developing fetuses in pregnant women to unsafe levels. The researchers concluded that, “[An individual’s] ‘laptop’ is paradoxically an improper site for the use of an LTC, which consequently should be renamed to not induce customers towards an improper use.”

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Mate Tea Fights Colon Cancer

ccording to a recent University of Illinois study, bioactive compounds in mate tea, a beverage consumed in South America for its medicinal properties, killed human colon cancer cells in vitro. The scientists attribute this surprising health benefit to the tea’s caffeine derivatives that not only induced death in the cancer cells, but also reduced important markers of inflammation. Source: University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences

20-Second Trust Factor

irst impressions not only count—they are surprisingly accurate, at least when it comes to detecting whether a stranger is “made” to be compassionate, trustworthy or kind. New research by the University of California, Berkeley suggests that it can take just 20 seconds to recognize who is genetically so inclined. Two dozen couples participated in the study and provided DNA samples. Researchers documented them as they talked about times when they had suffered. A separate group of observers that did not know the couples were shown 20-second video segments of only the listeners and asked to rate which participants seemed most compassionate, based on facial expressions and body language. The listeners that received the highest ratings for empathy turned out to possess a particular variation of the oxytocin receptor gene known as the GG genotype. Dubbed the “love hormone”, oxytocin is naturally secreted into the bloodstream and the brain, where it promotes social interaction, bonding and romantic love. “People can’t see genes, so there has to be something going on that is signaling these genetic differences to the strangers,” says Aleksandr Kogan, lead author of the study. “What we found is that the people that had two copies of the G version displayed more trustworthy behaviors: more head nods, eye contact, smiling and open body posture. These behaviors signaled kindness to the strangers.”

Can Parents Teach Peace?

recent study suggests they can. Researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University, in Richmond, and the University of Illinois system studied more than 5,500 students at 37 middle schools, focusing on this age group because aggressive behavior tends to escalate during the transition from childhood to adolescence. The researchers found that violent behavior in general increased throughout the three years of middle school, especially among girls. The good news is that children whose parents actively advocate peaceful conflict resolution acted less aggressively, even if they attended more violent schools.

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Keep Running

Robust Record-Breaking Centenarian In October 2011, a 100-year-old Briton, Fauja Singh, became the world’s oldest marathon runner, finishing the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, in Canada, in eight hours and 25 minutes. Last April, Singh went on to complete the London Marathon in seven hours and 49 minutes before announcing that he’ll continue running, but only in races from 5K up to half-marathons, and maybe even a vertical run up skyscraper steps. Born in India, Singh moved to the UK in the 1960s, becoming the world’s oldest half-marathoner in 2010 at the age of 99, via the Inter-Faith Marathon, in Luxembourg. He has participated in the Olympic Torch Relay twice, in Athens in 2004 and London in 2012. The London resident credits ginger curry, tea and being happy for his endurance. The multiple Guinness World Record-holder says, “The secret to a long and healthy life is to be stress-free. Be grateful for everything you have, stay away from people that are negative, stay smiling and keep running.” Singh trains by running 10 miles every day. Sources: BBC; ibnlive.in.com

Cool Schools

Spotlight on Sustainable Colleges Environmental credentials, in addition to academic excellence and affordable tuition, are gaining traction in the collegiate selection process, according to The Princeton Review’s latest poll. Its Hopes and Worries survey sampled 7,445 college-bound students nationwide and found that 68 percent say commitment to sustainability impacts their college choice, based on campus environmental initiatives, how deeply the curriculum integrates sustainability and how well the colleges prepare students for green jobs. The 16 institutions of higher learning considered most eco-savvy are: American University, Arizona State University, College of the Atlantic, Dickinson College, Georgia Institute of Technology, Harvard University, Northeastern University, Oregon State University, San Francisco State University, The State University of New York-Binghamton, University of California-Santa Cruz, The University of Maine, University of Washington, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Virginia Tech and Warren Wilson College. “The best schools integrate sustainability across their community [in] how they manage their finances, academic offerings and operations. They don’t treat sustainability as an add-on or extra credit assignment,” says Rachel Gutter, director of the U.S. Green Building Council’s Center for Green Schools. “But even the best still have… a long way to go, and there’s a moment for humility in that.” Source: Fast Company 16

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Designer Matthew Fromboluti, of Washington University, in St. Louis, Missouri, has turned conventional wisdom about modern construction upside-down with his architectural design, Above/Below, submitted for the eVolo Skyscraper Competition. His underground skyscraper would theoretically fill a 900-foot-deep, 300-acre-wide crater left by the Lavender Pit copper mine, in Bisbee, Arizona. A cone-shaped, inverted tower would allow people to live, work and even grow food in a huge cavern, covered by a dome. The building is designed to maintain a comfortable temperature via a passive climate-control system suited to the hot desert environment. A solar chimney provides natural ventilation as the sun heats the air at the surface, causing it to rise and draw cooler air up through vents at the bottom. The moving air passes through wind turbines at the top of the chimney, generating electricity. Fromboluti’s aim is to atone for the mine’s destruction of the landscape by finding new ways to harvest the energy that went into excavating it, suggesting that no design should be considered “off the table” when planning for the future.

Creativity is often perceived as an unpredictable event, the product of an unexpected “Aha!” moment. But a pair of Michigan psychologists, Mareike Wieth, of Albion College, and Rose Zacks, of Michigan State University, decided to research the concept. They discovered that problems requiring a flash of illumination to solve are best approached during the time of day when thinkers are not actually at what they feel is their peak. Reporting their findings in the journal Thinking and Reasoning, they assigned 428 students to fill out a questionnaire with 19 questions, including, “What time would you get up if you were entirely free to plan your day?” and “How much do you depend upon an alarm clock?” Participants were categorized as morning, evening or neutral types and randomly assigned to a morning or afternoon testing session. Some problems were analytic in nature, others were inspiration-based. While the more logical type of problem solving showed no statistical difference, morning people scored higher on the insight-demanding challenges in the late afternoon, and vice versa. Wieth and Zacks believe the results depend upon an inhibitory process that suppresses distracting information. It is thought that this system performs less efficiently when individuals are less alert, allowing random thoughts to enter the decision-making process, resulting in more creative thinking.

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ungry? Why wait?,” you’ve heard it from the Snickers commercials time and time again. But, imagine that snack is a bushel of homegrown, fresh, organic produce. The Generous Garden Project (GGP) is a non-profit organization that believes in the superiority of organic produce as opposed to canned and boxed foods. Their mission, “Grow, Give, Teach” ensures that fresh, healthy food is made available to those that are hungry in the Upstate. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) ranked South Carolina as the 9th largest “foodinsecure” state in the nation. Director of The Generous Garden Project, Bo Cable, seeks to combat this statistic by reaching out to widows and orphans alike, through food donations and partnerships with food banks and pantries in the community. To date, they have donated over 54,000lbs. of fresh food. “GGP was featured at a recent farmer’s market,” says Marketing Director, GGP, Laura Dwelley, “ I spoke with a woman on food stamps; she told me how she

was trying to supplement her purchases by growing food for her family, but knew little about growing or even preparing fresh produce. She began to cry when I explained our mission, grateful to have found us, and eager to volunteer.” In addition to donating food products to the community, GGP also teaches self-sustainability through the instruction of growing methods and food preparation. The project currently has one garden on Verdin Road, behind the Wild Radish Health Food Store in Greenville, and another developing garden in Taylors. There is a superb possibility for several other locations to develop because of South Carolina’s amicable climate, making the GGP a prime candidate for a statewide program. The GGP is a program staffed by volunteers in the community. For more information, call 881-8230 or visit www. GenerousGarden.org. Sharon Hadden, Managing Editor of Natural Awakenings Magazine-Upstate Edition, is a self-proclaimed naturalpreneur and social media maven.

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Garner’s Natural Life

Empowering Others to Healthy Living by Michele Senac

arner’s Natural Life has been providing Greenville, SC with high-quality natural products since the 1960’s. Owner Candice Garner, whose grandparents started the business, continues the family legacy at the South Pleasantburg location. With 14 employees, which includes several family members, Garner’s offers individual customer service from a knowledgeable group of dedicated staff. Store manager, Julia Fuller, a Certified Natural Health Professional (CNHP), explains that many of the staff are CNHPs, and all of the staff participate in continuing education and training. “We think of ourselves as educators. Our main focus is to educate people on healthier choices, nutrients and how they affect the body,” Fuller adds, “Our knowledge allows us to encourage our customers to make good decisions that will positively impact their health and the future health of our community and our environment.” Fuller, a Greenville, SC native, has had a long time interest in health and wellness. She started working at Garner’s as a cashier and eventually moved to the wellness department. It was there when she discovered that her passion for healthy living and customer service were a perfect fit. With additional education and certification, she became part of management. “What it all boils down to is that we all want to feel good. Healthy living is the path to feeling good,” says Fuller. Garner’s carries an extensive variety of vitamins, minerals, herbs, supplements, weight loss products, pet products and natural cosmetics. Fuller shares that many people are waking up to good health and wanting to take care of themselves. Along with offering a complete line of nutritional supple20

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ments, customers are also offered essential information on products. A list of natural health practitioners in the Greenville area is also available to customers, and a new Learning Center is in the works for the future which will offer classes and programs regarding healthy living. “Many people are stuck in a routine concerning their eating habits. All most people need is inspiration. We like to inspire people and inform them on what they need to know about what they are putting into their bodies,” explains Fuller. Customers are encouraged to become aware of the types of foods they eat and begin to eliminate unhealthy foods. Fuller says that many people have forgotten simple things such as the value of chewing food well to support digestion and drinking plenty of water to aid in hydration and elimination. Fuller shares, “It’s an exciting time to be in the healthy living field because there is so much awareness and many people are open to improving their health. At Garner’s our staff believes that healthy living is a lifestyle. We educate our customers. We empower them.” Garner’s Natural Life is located at 27 S. Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. For more information call 864-242-4856 or visit GarnersNaturalLife.com. See ad, back cover. Michele Senac is a freelance writer and certified in Interior Redesign and Feng Shui. Call 864-631-9335 for more information. See ad, page 33.

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Celebrating Women and Plants The 8th Annual Southeast Women’s Herbal Conference Honors the Wise Woman Tradition

omen from across the Southeast will gather October 12-14 at Lake Eden in scenic Black Mountain, NC, for this annual tradition of earth-based healing, local plants, and deep nourishment—back for it’s 8th year. With over 900 women in attendance last year, this conference is now a strong annual tradition in the Southeast. Local teachers talk on herbal education, do-it-yourself medicine, women’s empowerment, nourishing foods, spirituality, sexuality, and more. The weekend is designed for women to learn, connect, and deepen into the Wise Woman Tradition, the most ancient of all healing paths with a lineage of granny healers, midwives, and family medicine. This tradition uses the familiar, seasonal, and fun to make healthcare accessible, inexpensive,

effective, and safe. The conference schedule is a cornucopia of powerpacked classes such as Herb Walks, Medicine Making, World Roots, Homeopathy, Advanced Classes, Sacred Sexuality, Wise Ways, and a whole track of classes under the heading “Back by Popular Demand.” This year’s Special Guest is Dr. Aviva Romm, herbalist and midwife. An extraordinary teacher and a highly respected expert in botanical medicine, childbirth, and women’s and children’s health, Aviva practiced as a homebirth midwife and herbalist for over 20 years before becoming a Yale-trained MD. She is the author of the now classic books, The Natural Pregnancy Book and Naturally Healthy Babies and Children and the more recent, awardwinning book Botanical Medicine for Women’s Health. Join women from across the Southeast a they begin to create a regenerative and life-centered approach to health. In the words of a 2011 participant: “There is nothing that can compare to the powerful energy that is created when a large group of beautiful women get together to celebrate life.” The cost for the conference is $295 with additional costs for meals, lodging, and intensives with discounts available until August 17th. Continuing education credits for nurses are available. Call 877-SEWOMEN or visit www.SEWiseWomen.com for more info. See ad, page 5.

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Exploring Our Creative Side Engaging in Community Arts Brings Unexpected Rewards

“Turning, moving, spinning, dresses swirling, music beating, eyes in contact with a partner, then another, then another, then another, and the fiddle turns a corner, the phrase repeats, the dance repeats. You smile. Your body smiles.”

by Judith Fertig

~ Doug Plummer, photographer and contra dancer, Seattle, Washington

hree years ago, Janine Joslin, a savvy business executive, set her sights on becoming a Dazzler, and today is a proud member of the Leawood, Kansas, chapter of community tap-dancing troupes. “I love to dance and perform, and I felt that had been missing from my own life,” she says. After a friend suggested it, Joslin showed up for her first practice ready to go, wearing tights and tap shoes. Potential Dazzlers must prove they’ve learned the routines before being selected to perform for the public. Luckily, says Joslin, “I’m a quick study,” and soon took her place in this 50-andup women’s group that likes to routinely Shuffle Off to Buffalo at area retirement facilities, church halls and special events. Learning the stop-and-go, Broadwaystyle routines such as Steppin’ Out and Millie is more of a mental challenge than aerobic exercise, comments Joslin. “The main thing is it exercises your brain.” 22

Performing for appreciative groups is a great feeling, she notes, and helps make the twice-weekly practices worthwhile. Just being around inspiring women has helped Joslin look at aging differently. She’s now applying her business skills to set up her troupe’s first website. Joslin’s experience proves what many dancers, artists, writers, actors and musicians know: Active, hands-on, group participation in the arts is beneficial on many levels.

National Trend

In a recent study commissioned by the Wallace Foundation, Gifts of the Muse: Reframing the Debate About the Benefits of the Arts, the researchers found that, “People that engage in arts in a

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group setting develop a sense of community as they exchange favors (such as meeting to learn lines or loaning painting supplies); identify themselves with a cast, music ensemble or choral group; and develop a sense of trust and expectations of reciprocity.” It also noted, “Through the arts of ethnic traditions—such as classical Indian dance, Jamaican steel drums or Japanese raku ceramics—participants develop and maintain their cultural heritage and communicate their cultural identity to outsiders.”

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Most art disciplines can be experienced at any age. No previous training or ability is required, just a curious spirit and willingness to participate and learn. Fun options range from a painting party, in which participants set up an easel and paint a canvas at Uncork’d Art, in Washington, D.C. (UncorkdArt.com), to African drumming at DrumRise, in Decatur, Georgia (DrumRise.net). “A drumming class is a great way to reduce stress, have fun, relax and reenergize, all at the same time; it has even been shown to positively affect your immune system,” say

co-founders Amy Jackson and Colleen Caffrey. Such activities allow us to dabble and explore amidst the power of a group and maximize the joy of artful endeavors, which many prefer to the cost of individual lessons. One of the most accessible community arts is choral music, as it requires no special equipment. Singing in a group can also become a community tradition that gathers people of all ages and lifestyles in fellowship and celebration. Since 1882, singing Handel’s Messiah has become an annual highlight for a Swedish wheat-farming community in South-Central Kansas. For three months before Palm Sunday, 200 farmers, homemakers, college students and business owners from the Lindsborg area gather twice weekly to rehearse the three-hour piece (Bethanylb.edu/Oratorio_History.html). Becky Anderson, the owner of Lindsborg’s Swedish Country Inn, who has sung for 41 years, points to a particularly thrilling moment during each performance. “There is just this exhilaration as the audience jumps to their feet yelling, ‘Brava, Brava.’ Golly, that’s fun.” Chicagoans maintain a similar holiday tradition. For 35 years, free DoIt-Yourself Messiah concerts have provided a community-funded uplift (imfChicago.org). Thousands of audience members lend their voices to thrilling performances of this masterpiece, led by a world-class conductor and soloists and backed by an all-volunteer orchestra of local professionals and amateur musicians. Storytelling is yet another community performing art that requires no special equipment. The National Storytelling Network (StoryNet.org) advances the art of storytelling through a national conference and local storytell-

ing guilds. The Lehigh Valley Storytelling Guild, in Pennsylvania, meets once a month at a local coffee house (LVStorytellers.org). Members include professional and amateur storytellers, poets, actors and newcomers that love to practice—or just listen to—this ancient art. Strong community and cultural identity is forged on other stages, as well. The Community Actors Theatre, in San Diego, California’s, Oak Park, performs many plays written by local playwrights exploring themes in black culture (CommunityActorsTheatre.com). For Calvin Manson, a local poet and playwright who teaches acting workshops, the nonprofit venue feels like a mom-and-pop outfit. “They have the raw talent that could be developed into something wonderful. People don’t just learn to be actors and playwrights. They learn to work together, to commit to a common struggle. When they leave, they know how to work with people, to be team players.” Sometimes, a life change can open the door to a creative outlet. As a newly single 30-something, photographer Doug Plummer says that when he fell in with the Seattle contra dance scene in the mid-1980s, “It became my primary social life.” Derived from New England folk dance, two lines of dancers face each other and move to the rhythms of fiddle music. “Since 2003, anytime I’m in New England, I try to stay over on a Monday and catch the Nelson [New Hampshire] dance,” says Plummer. Likening it to participating in the slow-food and similar local movements, he says, “I feel like I’m entering into a mode of slow-dancing.” At the weekly Nelson gatherings, “The dancers will drift in; singles, couples and families with kids,” he relates. “Someone puts out the fiddle case for the

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” ~ Pablo Picasso

$2 admission. Whoever volunteered to bring baked goods sets them out. Harvey shows up with his fiddle, sits on the fold-up chair on the stage. Bob sits at the piano. ‘Line up for a contra,’ barks Don, in a clipped, Yankee accent. ‘First dance is Monymusk.’ Then everyone just joins in.”

Auditioning for the Role of a Lifetime

The next level of volunteer arts participation may involve an audition and a greater commitment. At the same time, these pursuits offer prime opportunities to expand artistic skills and join in something bigger than one’s self. Since 1873, the Cincinnati, Ohio, May Festival has served as a shining example of community showmanship (May Festival.com). Chorus auditions are held in January, rehearsals begin in September and concerts routinely sell out by May. Music critic Nancy Malitz comments, “It’s that special, tiny sliver of the year when everybody stretches. When hundreds of amateur singers accelerate the tempo by devoting every night to rehearsal and every day to thoughts of the concerts to come… when audiences look their finest, clap their loudest.” Lawrence Coleman, a chorus member for 15 years, has found that singing and networking with other May Festival vocalists has paid off in surprising ways. “I’ve recorded and had other singing engagements and opportunities, all because I’ve been connected to the chorus and the people in it,” he says. Coleman also sings with the rhythm and blues gospel group Fo Mo Brothers, performing at area churches and the Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion. Coleman remarks, “I have friends

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in the chorus from very different walks of life. We come together for the single purpose of making great music. People of differing backgrounds and schools of thought can do more than coexist. It’s confirmed for me that we can learn to celebrate our differences when we have a common goal.” Even those that don’t feel inherently artistic can find venturing into an art form unexpectedly rewarding. Channeling an inner Elizabeth Bennett or Mr. Darcy is commonplace in Bay Area English Regency Society waltzes and “longways” dances, in Palo Alto, California (baers.org). Alan Winston, a computer systems administrator and veteran dance caller, observes that these patterned dances appeal to math-sciencelogic-computer types. “It’s a great place for people that live in their heads to get out and be social,” he says. Appropriately, the dances all feature choreography from Jane Austen’s era. Depending on the theme of the dance—like the sophisticated Cyprians Ball or spirited Return of the Regiments Ball—the ambience may be elegant or rowdy, explains Winston. Dances are taught beforehand to music such as George Washington’s Favourite Cotillion, an 1808 tune performed by musicians playing a clarinet, piano and recorder. Many wear period costumes, while others come in jeans. Winston is usually bedecked in a wine-colored waistcoat with tails that he found on eBay. Plein air painters forsake the indoors to take their paints, easels and canvases outside. Plein-Air Painters of America regularly paint in groups in the fresh air and then hold an exhibition; annual workshops help teach techniques (p-a-p-a.com). At the recent seventh annual Florida’s Forgotten Coast event, in the state’s Panhandle, billed as America’s Great Plein Air Paint-Out, featured artists set up alongside amateurs eager to learn more (PleinAirfl.com). Whatever one’s newly discovered or longtime treasure, individuals engaging in a group arts activity forge strong social bonds, keep ethnic arts traditions alive, learn new things in new ways and experience joyous personal growth. … All while creating something wonderful. Judith Fertig regularly contributes to Natural Awakenings. She’s an award-winning cookbook author at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com. 24

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Treat your locavore palate to garden-fresh produce at any of these local markets, join a CSA*, or visit area farms to see who grows your food and where it comes from.

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE GREENBRIER FARMS 772 Hester Store Rd. 864-855-9782•Easley www.GreenbrierFarms.com (Sat. Greenville Downtown Market-May thru Oct.)

PARSON PRODUCE Bush River Farm 404-452-4321•Clinton www.ParsonProduce.com (Sat. Greenville Downtown MarketMay thru Oct.. Earth Market 3rd Thurs. McDunn Gallery at 741 Rutherford Rd. May 17- Sept. 21)

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(Corner of Clemson Blvd. and Lakeside Rd.) 4919 Clemson Blvd. 864-222-2050•Anderson www.DenverDownsFarms.com (Fresh, locally grown produce and family farm activities. Mon. - Fri. 9am-6pm, Sat. 9am-4pm)

4715 Locust Hill Rd. 864-895-2019•Taylors www.SandyFlatBerryPatch.com (Mon.-Sat. 8am-8pm, Sun. 1pm-6pm U-pick April- June)

GARDEN DELIGHTS 104 S. Staunton Ct. 864-325-3355•Moore www.GardenDelights-SC.com

GIBSON FARMS ORGANIC BEEF 251 N. Retreat Rd. 434-221-1716•Westminister www.GibsonFarmsOrganicBeef.com

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FARMS AND FARM TOURS BELUE FARMS 3773 Parris Bridge Rd. 864-578-0446•Boiling Springs www.BelueFarms.com (Open Mon.-Sat.- 9am-6pm)

BUFFALO FARMS 1705 Jonesville Rd. 864-553-5500•Simpsoville Also located in Manning, SC. (Tues. at Whole Foods Market, Thurs. Simpsonville Farmers Market)

CHATOOGA BELLE FARM 454 Damascus Church Rd. 864-647-9768•Long Creek www.ChatoogaBelleFarm.com (Mon.-Sun. 9am-5pm. In-season, U-pick)

1400 Slaton Rd. 864-231-0663•Townville www.FriendsFoodWithAFlair.com

HAPPY COW CREAMERY 330 McKelvey Rd. 864-243-9699•Pelzer www.HappyCowCreamery.com (Mon.-Fri. - 9am-7pm, Sat. 9am-5pm)

HURRICANE CREEK FARMS 220 Moores Mill Rd. 864-933-1343•Pelzer www.HurricaneCreekfarms.com (Thurs.1-6pm, Fri & Sat. 9-6pm)

MILKY WAY FARM 220 Hidden Hills Rd. 864-352-2014•Starr 864-617-5911 (Cell) www.SCMilkyWayFarm.com (See website for retail locations or for placing orders to pick-up at delivery locations.)

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TIMBEROCK (@ Hopkins Farm) 3717 Fork Shoals Rd. 864-907-0529•Simpsonville www.TimberrockAtHopkinsFarm.com (Call for appointment or tour of our farm and venue.)

WALKER CENTURY FARMS 110 Walker Rd. 864-226-2668•Anderson www.WalkerCenturyFarms.com (Roadside market Fri. 3pm-7pm, Sat. 2pm-6pm.)

FARMERS’ MARKETS AAFFA’S FARMER’S MARKET (@ the Filling Station) 302 East Whitner Street 864-933-0559•Anderson (June 5- Aug. 28. Every Tues. 4pm-7pm.)

EASLEY FARMERS’ MARKET 205 N. First St. 864-855-7900•Easley www.EasleyFarmersMarket.com (Sat. 8am-Noon, March 24- Oct.27)

FOUNTAIN INN FARMERS’ MARKET 105 Depot St. 864-275-8801•Fountain Inn www.FountainInn.org (Sat. 8am-Noon – June 3- Sept. 29)

HUBCITY FARMERS’ MARKET 298 Magnolia St. 864-585-0905•Spartanburg www.HubCityFM.org (Sat. 11am-1pm-May 12-Nov.10) Morgan Square (Wed. 11am-1pm–June 6-Sept.26)

ROLLING GREEN VILLAGE FRESH MARKET (The Marketplace @ Rolling Green Village) 1 Hoke Smith Blvd. 864-987-4612•Greenville RuthWood@RollingGreenVillage.com (1st Thurs. each month, May 3- Aug. 2)

SLOW FOOD UPSTATE EARTH MARKET (@ McDunn Gallery) 741 Rutherford Rd. 864-242-0311•Greenville www.McDunnStudio.com (3rd Thurs. May 17- Sept. 21)

UPSTATESC.LOCALLYGROWN.NET 864-901-2692•Web-based/Serving the Upstate PutneyFarm@aol.com

WHOLE FOODS LOCAL FARMERS’ MARKET 1140 Woodruff Rd. (Whole Foods Market parking lot) 864-335-2300•Greenville www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/greenville (Tues. 10am-2pm, May 1 thru Oct. 30)

ROADSIDE MARKET BOUNTIFUL HARVEST MARKET 1818 Fairview Rd. 864-862-7440 • Fountain Inn (5 mi. south of Target in Simpsonville) (Fresh produce, plants and more. Late MarchMid-Dec. Open Tues. -Fri. 9-7 & Sat. 8-6)

COUNTRY CORNER 2324 North Hwy. 25 864-434-1623• Travelers Rest (Open everyday from 8am-7pm)

WINSLETT’S PRODUCE MARKET 505 Powdersville Rd. 864-855-1176• Easley (Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm & Sat. 8am-5pm)

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Banishing Wheat Belly The Drawbacks of a WheatDominated Diet by Lee Walker

r. William Davis, author of Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight and Find Your Path Back to Health, is a preventive cardiologist who has gone against the grain to expose yet another genetically engineered monstrosity, shedding light on the dark side of today’s commercial wheat crops.

What made you suspect that wheat might be behind numerous health problems? When I recognized that 80 percent of the people that came to see me had diabetes or pre-diabetes, I began asking patients to consider removing all wheat from their diets. This made sense to me due to wheat’s high glycemic index. Foods made from this grain raise blood sugar higher than nearly all other foods, including table sugar. The next logical step was to reduce blood sugar by eliminating wheat—organic, multigrain, whole grain and sprouted—from anyone’s diet. Patients that followed my simple directives and replaced the lost calories with healthy foods such as vegetables, raw nuts, meats, eggs, avocados, olives and olive oil returned three months later with lower fasting blood sugars and lower glycohemoglobin levels, which tests how well diabetes is being controlled. 28

Some diabetics became non-diabetics and pre-diabetics became non-pre-diabetic. On average, these people each lost about 30 pounds and experienced relief from arthritis and joint pains, acid reflux, migraine headaches, edema and irritable bowel syndrome, as well as other conditions. Some even reported that they no longer needed inhalers for asthma. Initially, it seemed like these positive results were just odd coincidences. However, based on the overwhelming number of incidences, I clearly saw that it was a real and repeatable phenomenon. I began systematically removing wheat from all my patients’ diets and continued to witness similar turnarounds in health. Research related to agricultural genetics, an area largely ignored by medical doctors, and my own interviews with U.S. Department of Agriculture experts substantiated what my own anecdotal evidence has revealed.

Why has wheat suddenly become such a health threat? The wheat we eat today is not the same wheat our grandmothers used for baking. In the 1970s, in anticipation of a global population explosion and world hunger

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issues, a well-meaning University of Minnesota-trained geneticist developed a hybridized strain of high-yielding dwarf wheat. By 1985, all wheat products were made from the altered dwarf strain, which now comprises 99 percent of all wheat grown worldwide. By weight, this modern wheat is approximately 70 percent carbohydrate, in a highly digestible form of a starch known as amylopectin A, which converts more easily to blood sugar than nearly all other simple or complex food carbohydrates. Gram-for-gram, wheat increases blood sugar and causes insulin problems to a greater degree than even potato chips or table sugar. Wheat, which now typically comprises 20 percent of all the calories we consume, is in hundreds of prepared foods such as instant soups, salad dressings, candy and granola. In 1970, this wasn’t true. Wheat was only in such foods as bread, rolls, cookies and cake, and it was in a natural form.

How does a wheat-dominated diet compromise health? Eating a wheat-based cereal for breakfast, wheat crackers and pretzels for snacks, two slices of whole wheat bread for lunch and whole wheat pasta for dinner results in too much exposure to amylopectin A, and repeated spikes in blood sugar levels. This leads to insulin resistance and cultivates the growth of visceral fat in the abdomen, which tends toward diabetes and other inflammatory responses. Even worse, the gliadin protein in wheat is an opiate that stimulates appetite and addictive eating behavior (it does not relieve pain). All this plus the direct intestinal toxic effects of the wheat germ agglutinin protein in wheat add up to a destructive ingredient that spurs acid reflux, bowel urgency and irritable bowel syndrome, and leads to inflammation in various organs.

Describe how eliminating wheat has affected you. Thirty pounds ago, I was an enthusiastic consumer of “healthy whole grains,” who relied on pots of coffee or walking and other exercise to maintain focus

and energy. My cholesterol values reflected my wheat-consuming habits: HDL 27 mg/dl [milligrams per deciliter of good cholesterol] (very low), triglycerides 350 mg/dl (very high), and blood sugars in the diabetic range (161 mg/ dl). I had high blood pressure of 150/90 and excess weight around my middle. Eliminating wheat from my diet reversed all of these conditions without drugs, including the struggle to maintain attention and focus. Overall, I feel better today at 54 than I felt at 30.

Are gluten-free foods the answer? Commercially produced gluten-free foods made with tapioca, cornstarch or rice starchâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;all poor replacements for wheatâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;are destructive to the body. Homemade or locally made gluten-free foods absent such ingredients are better, as are the free recipes available via WheatBellyBlog.com. Millet, quinoa and amaranth, whole grains that lack most of the undesirable properties of modern wheat, are better but not necessarily safe in unlimited quantities because most people today have spent their lives overexposed to carbohydrates. Eating only small portions of these non-wheat grains is key. For more information visit WheatBellyBlog.com.

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it’s never too early to teach your Children about Saving money!

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Making Allowances Learning to Manage Money at a Young Age by Sharon Lechter

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y the time a child is 5 or 6, he or she should be able to understand how an allowance works and the reasons for receiving it. When deciding to pay a child an allowance, the family should first talk together about how he or she will be using the money. Is the plan to save it or spend it? Will a parent need to approve any purchases? Learning to consistently put away a portion in a savings account and perhaps gift another portion to charity become valuable life lessons. Many parents adopt the “three piggy bank” method to teach these lessons. My 20 years of experience working with parents and teens has shaped a practical framework of four proven strategies to help a family wisely communicate this mutual commitment and set parameters, including a policy as to the amount and frequency of payment. Allowance decisions can differ from one child to the next in the same family. Personal responsibility: There should be no financial reward for things that children need to do for their own

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health and development, such as responsibly heading to bed on time after brushing their teeth. One father shared that he had to pay his son to brush his teeth every morning and night, so who was in charge? Family or social responsibility: Tasks that contribute to the family or social environment should not result in financial reward, such as washing the dishes or reading to a younger sibling. One mother, after explaining the plan to her children and consistently applying it, saw their attitude transform in just a couple of weeks. Instead of fighting, the three kids now work together each night to clean up after dinner without arguing. Paying for completion of specific tasks: Determine and agree to guidelines that include the general tasks or duties that are expected, the performance of which will result in earning the specified allowance. By defining what is over and above personal, family or social responsibility, parents encourage and reward children for their

With an entitlement mindset, a child simply expects to be paid each week.

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extra efforts. Those same kids agreeably cleaning up after meals may also be thinking of extra chores around the house to earn their allowances. Encouraging a child’s entrepreneurial spirit: Inspire children to think of creative ways to earn money and watch in pleased amazement at how creative they become when they really want something. One 12-year-old now has a business collecting cans from all of his neighbors and is earning $100 every other week. He was able to buy the faster skateboard he wanted and even justified it as a business expense, because he could collect the cans more quickly with it. Providing structure and enabling communication in a family’s approach to allowances is critical to ensuring that children learn good money habits that will serve them well for life. It’s a mutually constructive way to teach principles related to the importance of saving, spending less than they earn and consistently giving back to their community. The answer to the question of whether or not to pay a child an allowance and under what conditions rests with the parents. The greater and more vital question is what mindset do they want to create and nurture within their children: a sense of entitlement or an entrepreneurial spirit? The foundational choice is theirs. Sharon Lechter is CEO of Pay Your Family First, creator of the ThriveTime for Teens life and money reality board game and co-author of Outwitting the Devil, Three Feet from Gold and Rich Dad Poor Dad. A recognized financial education expert, she is a member of the National CPAs Financial Literacy Commission. Learn more at SharonLechter.com.

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Brad Kahn, the council’s director of communications, notes that people purchasing FSC-certified products have assurance that the product is supporting responsible forest management and helping protect forests for future generations. Reclaimed Hardwood: Lumber brimming with character, as well as sterling environmental credentials is available from companies specializing in reclaimed wood. It may come from sources as diverse as Midwest barns razed for development to ties from abandoned rail lines in Thailand. Nail holes, scratches, weathering and other distinctive markings lend the wood—and our homes—a special distinction. Reclaiming these valuable materials not only diverts them from the waste stream, it expands the eco-options available to homeowners via otherwise unavailable old-growth tropical hardwoods, including cherry and teak. If a local source isn’t available, look for an FSC-certified company (e.g., TerraMai. com; ElmwoodReclaimedTimber.com). Bamboo: Bamboo has won many environmental accolades in recent years because it is a hardy plant that grows to full height quickly. Intended to reduce the need to fell trees, its use has prompted the spread of bamboo plantations across India, China and Burma; the unintended result has been rampant clearing of old-growth, biodiverse forests for a monoculture crop, frequently for bamboo products that are not FSC-certified. Look for bamboo that is FSC-certified; when it’s not, advises Kahn, “Consumers have no way to know how the bamboo was grown or harvested.” What’s more, he adds, bamboo flooring is held together with adhesives and other chemicals, and these related issues must be considered by an eco-conscious homeowner. Cork: Cork is durable, warm, sound absorbing and environmentally friendly. Lending unique properties to flooring, its cellular nature makes it a good shock absorber (a special plus for the infirm) and maintains its integrity over time. Note that spilled moisture needs to be dealt with immediately, as it could eventually ruin the flooring. Derived from the bark of the Quercus suber, or cork oak, that grows in the Mediterranean region, the bark is harvested once every nine years by hand from carefully managed forests. Peeling off the bark does not hurt the trees. To be sure cork flooring is chemical-free, look for companies selling all-natural, undyed cork. Wool Carpets: Wool has everything—softness, warmth, durability, variety and sustainability. Shorn from sheep, the primary fiber is as renewable as possible, but homeowners need to check the composition of the backing material, as well. Nature’s Carpet (NaturesCarpet.com), one example of a green textile company, ranks their wool carpets on a grading system. The most environmentally friendly, or “dark green”, carpets feature jute (the same material used for burlap, comprising one of the softest natural carpets) natural fiber backings, held in place with natural rubber latex, says Brooke

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tanding in a newly carpeted room, it’s hard to miss the distinctive chemical odors wafting up from the floor. That’s the off-gassing of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)—airborne chemicals that can exacerbate asthma symptoms and cause headaches, nausea and eye and throat irritation upon exposure. While the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) maintains that proper ventilation significantly reduces VOC exposure from new carpets after the first 48 to 72 hours, health concerns related to conventional carpets are legitimate, as are its other environmental consequences. According to the EPA, “Over 4 billion pounds of carpet enter the solid waste stream in the United States every year.” Because it’s bulky and comprises multiple materials, discarded carpet is difficult both to dispose of and recycle. Fortunately, there are a host of savvy alternatives that won’t tax the health of our families or the planet. Here are some of the most popular eco-flooring choices. Hardwood: Woods certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and available through most major retailers offer an attractive option for most homes. Domestically grown species, including oak, maple and hickory, are the better choices environmentally. However, the FSC also certifies tropical and other forests around the globe (at least 330 million acres in 81 countries), helping to prevent damaging deforestation and counteract illegal logging (fsc.org).

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Davis, a spokesperson for Nature’s Carpet. “The result is an ultra-low toxicity floor covering,” she says. Davis confirms that most wool carpets will last 30 years or longer and at the end of their long natural life, will biodegrade. Natural Carpets: In addition to jute, other plant-based carpets are ideal for hallways, entranceways and other hightraffic household areas. Sisal, made from agave plants, is the same material used as twine; sea grass offers a coarse, woven, beach-friendly appearance; and coir, culled from coconut husks, often shows up in natural-fiber doormats. All make ideal area rugs and can feature colorful and decorative borders to accent the natural look. Brita Belli is the editor of E – The Environmental Magazine and author of The Autism Puzzle: Connecting the Dots Between Environmental Toxins and Rising Autism Rates. She blogs at AutismAndToxins.com.

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Functional Medicine

Taking the Whole Toolbox Approach by Kathleen Barnes

Once called “alternative” medicine, then “holistic” or “complementary” and later “integrative”, the newest evolution is “functional” medicine, designed to search out the underlying causes of illnesses in order to carry out effective treatment.

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onventional medicine is like a carpenter that only has a hammer to work with, while functional medicine doctors are working with a full toolkit,” says the author of From Fatigued to Fantastic, National Medical Director of Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Centers, Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, of Kona, Hawaii. Conventional medicine addresses symptoms instead of diseases, explains Los Angeles functional medicine practitioner Dr. Hyla Cass, author of 8 Weeks to Vibrant Health: A Take Charge Plan for Women. “It tends to treat the symptoms with more and more medications that cause a host of other side effects that also need to be treated and can result in declining health, rather than increased vitality.” “Functional medicine, rather than simply ‘chasing symptoms’ while ignoring the causes, searches for and addresses environmental factors, nutritional deficiencies, genetic tendencies, biochemical dysfunctions and emotional and social stressors that can together

cause the development of symptoms,” adds Dr. Adiel Tel-Oren. He operates Eco-Health Clinics internationally (the U.S. site is in Minneapolis, Minnesota) and serves as president emeritus and professor of nutrition and functional medicine with the California-based University of Natural Medicine. In every case, it takes some investigation to get to the heart of the problems, and the solutions can take many forms. “For example, depression, insomnia and obesity aren’t diseases; they are symptoms,” says Cass. “If we can find the underlying cause of these symptoms, we can address the problem permanently.” An allopathic approach, on the other hand, would routinely recommend a pill to lower temperature for high fever, prescribe a synthetic pill to elevate mood in treating depression, or look to pharmacological anti-inflammatory drugs for simple immune reactions. Tel-Oren is among those that link a vast number of illnesses to stress: “Diverse conditions such as fibromy-

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algia, irritable bowel syndrome, heart disease, diabetes, mood and cognitive disorders, various autoimmune disorders, premenstrual syndrome, temporomandibular joint issues, chronic pelvic pain, interstitial cystitis, chronic low back pain, chemical and food sensitivities, allergies, asthma and cancer all seem to share common courses of formation. The common denominator for these disturbances appears to be chronic stress.” Dr. Mark Hyman, chair of the Institute for Functional Medicine, in Lenox, Massachusetts, elaborates: “Functional medicine seeks to create balance in the body by looking at seven keys to achieving wellness: nutrition, hormones, inflammation, digestion, detoxification, energy metabolism and a calm mind. We work through the entire system, help people identify patterns and return the body to balance.” Hyman is a strong advocate of nutrition as the basis for restoring balance to the body. “Food is the most powerful medicine we have, more powerful than any drug, more powerful than anything you’ll ever find in a pill bottle,” he says. Teitelbaum notes, “Conventional medicine is basically run on economics, so doctors are too often influenced by drug company marketing messages masquerading as science that encourage expensive treatments, regardless of their toxicity.” In stark contrast, “Functional medicine instead looks for the lowest cost treatment that is supported by medical evidence.”

Conventional Medicine Case in Point

Fibromyalgia, for example, encompasses a basket of symptoms, usually beginning with overall body pain with specific pain points. Other common symptoms can include extreme fatigue, facial pain, irritable bowel syndrome, memory loss and brain fog, depression, numbness and tingling, palpitations, insomnia and headaches, including migraines. “Until a few years ago, conventional medicine decided you were crazy if you complained of these symptoms,” advises Teitelbaum. “Then some

expensive medications came out— promoted by $210 million a year in advertising; so now, patients are instead being told to take medications with lots of side effects.” The most common conventionally prescribed drugs for fibromyalgia target symptoms of insomnia, depression, nerve pain and inflammation. According to Teitelbaum, the vast majority of people treating with these medications continue to experience the same symptoms over a five-year period; only 25 to 35 percent report some improvement. It’s difficult to determine how many Americans suffer from fibromyalgia because many go undiagnosed (the average time from onset of symptoms to diagnosis is five years). Cure4Fibromyalgia.com estimates that 5 million Americans, or approximately 2 percent of the population, suffer from this disease.

Functional Medicine Alternative

“Functional medicine practitioners recognize that fibromyalgia represents an energy crisis in the body and use

simple, appropriate and effective treatments with no harmful side effects,” says Teitelbaum. “Most often I use a SHINE protocol that I developed, based on 30 years of treating patients with chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia, with a 90 percent success rate.” His is just one example of the way functional medicine would treat a difficult-to-diagnose and to treat disease. Cass uses functional medicine very effectively against depression, addiction and a host of women’s health issues. Hyman specializes in managing diabetes and obesity with the tools of functional medicine. “If other medicines worked as well as treatments used in functional medicine, I’d use them, but they don’t,” concludes Hyman. “My Hippocratic Oath says I must help relieve suffering. I can do that with the tools that functional medicine gives me.” Kathleen Barnes is a natural health advocate, author and publisher. Eight Weeks to Vibrant Health: A Take Charge Plan for Women is among her many books. Visit KathleenBarnes.com.

SHINE Protocol Optimizes Energy

Sleep eight to nine hours a night. Hormone balance is critical in

remedying hormonal deficiencies that can contribute to fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue.

nfection control boosts immune function and helps eliminate underlying viral, bacterial and fungal infections that sap energy.

utritional supplements should include B-12, magnesium, acetyl l-carnitine, d-ribose and glutathione, as well as vitamins A, B, C and D.

Exercise in a gradually escalat-

ing program as former symptoms improve. Source: EndFatigue.com

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Doggy Lost… and Found Again Microchips Provide Peace of Mind by Avery Mack

t’s easy for a dog or cat to slip out an unlatched door, open gate or even a window. Three million lost pets are picked up by animal control agencies each year, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). The National Council on Pet Population Study & Policy estimates fewer than 2 percent of wayward cats and only 15 to 20 percent of wandering dogs find their way home again. Most of those that make it back have been identified and reunited through tags, tattoos or microchips. About the size of a grain of rice (12 millimeters), a microchip is injected under the skin into the shoulder area of a dog or cat as a form of permanent identification. The chip itself has no internal energy source, so it will never wear out or run down. Microchips work on a radio fre-

quency identification system (RFIS) that operates on two main frequencies—125 kilohertz (in this country) or 134.2 kilohertz (internationally). A handheld scanner powers a low radio frequency readout of the chip’s unique identification number and transmits it to the scanner’s display window, much like a retail bar code. Shelters, veterinarians and animal control staff routinely use scanners to check for identification chips in unclaimed pets. If detected, the displayed code can then be traced to the pet’s family.

Microchip Myth Busters False: Microchipping is common. True: The Humane Society of America estimates that fewer than 5 percent of pets have a microchip. False: The chip will move after it’s been injected. True: Technology has improved. For example, one microchip manufacturer has developed a patented anti-migration

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feature that ensures their microchips stay put. “The chip very rarely migrates under the skin,” says Dr. Amber Andersen, a Los Angeles veterinarian. “Every pet should have a microchip.” False: Microchips pose a health risk. True: “There have been no reported cases of tumors at injection sites.” There’s no reaction at all in the tissue around the chip,” reports Dr. Jeff Bryan, a veterinary oncologist at the University of Missouri’s Medical Veterinary Teaching Hospital, in Columbia. False: The shelter won’t have a scanner. True: More than 50,000 veterinarians and shelters use scanners. Microchip providers also frequently donate scanners to shelters and rescue groups. False: Implanting a microchip is painful. True: Pets do not have to be sedated to be chipped. Although a larger needle is used than for shots, it won’t be any more painful for the pet than a vaccination. False: It’s expensive. True: Veterinarians set their own prices, usually between $25 and $40. Local shelters and humane societies often sponsor chip-a-thons, where microchips are provided at an even lower cost. Call local shelters, hu-

False: Microchipping really isn’t necessary. True: Identification is key in returning a lost pet. The ASPCA strongly recommends the use of a collar tag in combination with a microchip. Collars can break—a microchip assures backup identification that can’t be removed or altered.

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For a dog that likes to jump fences or take himself out on walkabouts, consider using a GPS collar. Tagg’s battery-powered GPS system allows the owner to track a pet from the Internet or a mobile phone app. Simply set up a perimeter of allowed space between 75 and 1,000 yards, and if the tagged pet leaves that area, notification arrives by text and email. The customized GPS function traces the pet’s location on a digital map or via text updates. Avery Mack regularly contributes to Natural Awakenings magazines. Connect at AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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mane societies or rescue groups for details about their next microchipping event.

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Cherished Family Members

Solutions for Pass-Around Pets by Rebecca Ryan

Animal companions provide entertainment, comfort and unconditional acceptance and become part of the family. When major changes affect the lives of owners, they also affect pets. What happens to them when family dynamics shift?

hen Kaitlin Crocker arrived in North Grafton, Massachusetts, at Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2006, she met up with another new arrival, a 3-year-old beagle named Daisy. Usually such dogs are acquired from research facilities so that students can perform physical health exams and work to socialize them. Crocker notes, “Daisy might never have been outside before; she was afraid of the door, the steps and big dogs. I was glad to see that once her nose took over, she decided a walk was kind of fun.” Tufts dogs are typically available for adoption afterward, and Daisy moved in with Crocker’s parents, until Crocker finished school. “Daisy got along well with our family dog, Hawk. She adjusted to home life, especially after we added lights in the back yard, because she was

afraid of the dark,” recalls her mother. After graduation, the newly minted veterinarian married and found a house with a nice yard for Daisy. The dog’s only apparent problem so far has been with a hissing feline called Gracie, whom Daisy has decided to ignore. Daisy’s next adjustment will be the arrival of a human baby; one of Crocker’s girlfriends is aiding the preparation by bringing her baby to visit, so Daisy can learn about bottles, diapers and crying infants. After Jessica Albon’s apartment building was sold, she and her Labrador retriever, Izzy, relocated to a 300-square-foot apartment on her parent’s property, with shared kitchen facilities. “It caused some friction,” admits this Winston-Salem website designer and owner of Thrive Your Tribe. “Two-year-old Izzy was full of energy,

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and our ideas of training differed.” Albon couldn’t find an apartment willing to take a large pet, so her answer was to buy a house. Business travel from New York also takes Steven Rice, a vice president at public relations firm Harrison & Shriftman, away from his rescue dog, Samantha. Then, “My parents get the fun of having a dog around without the fulltime commitment,” says Rice, “while Samantha enjoys the change from a city apartment to a large backyard.” The dog has favorite toys, her regular food and her own bed nearby, so she feels right at home. In the case of divorce, courts routinely treat pets as property, rather than family, although attitudes are changing as judges recognize the emotional attachment of both parties. Attorneys encourage couples to decide where the pet will live. “During our divorce, the issue of who would get custody of our beagle almost took us by surprise,” says David Bakke, the Atlanta-based online editor of Money Crashers Personal Finance, headquartered in Chicago. “We were so involved in the issues of child custody, alimony and child support that we didn’t discuss Rocky until late in the process.” “My wife got primary custody of our children. We decided it would be in the best interests of both our dog and our kids that they live together,” Bakke says. “When they visit me, they bring Rocky with them. I miss him, but I also know this is best for everyone else.” When children are not an issue, pets can become a primary concern in divorces. “We never had children and our Yorkshire terrier, Clover, became our substitute,” says Courtney Karem, marketing director at the Bougainvillea Clinique, in Winter Park, Florida. “My ex-husband eventually moved a few hours away, but we arrange for him to see Clover, who lives with me.” In acrimonious divorce cases, matrimonial Attorney Rachel Weisman, founder of Weisman Law Group, in New York City, has dealt with pet ownership. There have been occasions where a spouse denies rightful visitation

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before custody is determined or even gives the pet away without consensual agreement. If there is a possibility of abuse, a protective order for the animal can be obtained, advises Weisman. The core question is what is the key to the pet’s health and happiness? Times of change are stressful for all concerned, but can be made easier for pets by keeping their interests in mind, just as one would with beloved children. Rebecca Ryan writes about pets and more for Natural Awakenings. Connect at RebeccaRyan@mindspring.com.

Helpful Tips for Shared Custody 4 Visit the new location together. Give the pet sufficient time to explore and become comfortable. 4 Pack a doggie suitcase with familiar items, including food, leash, bedding, favorite chew and other toys, yummy treats and an item of unwashed clothing with the owner’s scent on it. 4 Provide written instructions about feeding, activities, likes, dislikes and any fears, plus the current family schedule, especially if a former spouse has a new partner. 4 Stick to the pet’s regular daily routines as much as possible. Source: Linda Michaels, dog psychologist and owner of Wholistic Dog Training, in San Diego, CA

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States alone. It’s vital to note that because most states classify acupuncture as a surgical procedure, it can only be legally practiced by a licensed veterinarian certified in acupuncture. These same states often similarly restrict the practice of acupressure (applying pressure to acupuncture points, instead of placing needles, to move energy around in the body). This is important to understand, because if a pet owner engages an unlicensed, noncertified practitioner, he or she will not be able to file a complaint with the state veterinary medical board if a mistake is made that harms the animal.

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When to Consider Acupuncture Veterinary acupuncture is used to

ANIMAL ACUPUNCTURE TCM Is Not Just for Humans Anymore by Dr. Jenny Taylor

eterinarians that practice a holistic approach appreciate that traditional Western schooling equips them to use antibiotics and other drugs to lessen troubling symptoms, but they also ask: “Do drugs vanquish the root of the problem? Why do so many patients return with new symptoms that suggest the need for more drugs? Are permanent health and healing possible?”

Traditional Eastern Practices While Western medicine has traditionally focused on fixing the parts of the animal that are not functioning normally, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) focuses on systematically restoring what is out of balance and affecting the quality of an animal’s life as a whole. This ancient method of treating illness uses acupuncture alongside other modalities such as acupressure, massage, nutrition, herbs, exercise and meditation. TCM practitioners believe that health can be defined as a state of harmony; if the body moves out of harmony with itself and the external environment, dis-ease and energy 40

stagnation occur. TCM aims to unblock this stagnation and return the body to harmony and health. Although acupuncture has been used to treat humans for some 5,000 years, the first recorded application to an animal was about 3,500 years ago, when an elephant was treated for stomach bloat. Treatment of farm animals in rural China and Korea soon followed, but written evidence of its use on household pets has been documented only from the 20th century. From the Latin acus, meaning “needle,” and pungere, meaning “to pierce,” practitioners place tiny, thin, sterile needles under the skin at precise points, with the intention of moving chi (pronounced CHEE) around the body to prevent or treat disease. In 1974, The International Veterinary Acupuncture Society was founded to help educate and direct veterinarians in integrating TCM and acupuncture into their practices. The society has since become the premier governing and licensing body for veterinary acupuncturists, with more than 500 licensed practitioners in the United

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treat conditions ranging from muscle injuries and paralysis to arthritis and neurologic, gastrointestinal and reproductive disorders. It is also frequently used as a maintenance procedure for healthy, athletic animals that participate in performance competitions. Many thoroughbred racehorses, for example, receive regular treatments. Veterinary acupuncturists develop and implement treatment plans based upon each animal’s needs, including the recommended frequency of treatment, plus the anatomical points that must be stimulated for successful outcomes. Dealing with acute problems usually involves more frequent treatments in initial stages that then taper off within a few weeks. While any illness or health problem can be treated using acupuncture alone, if a pet experiences a chronic, recurring health issue, it will likely benefit from a TCM program that also includes complementary, customized, nutritional and behavioral modifications. Veterinary acupuncturists often recommend herbs and nutritional supplements to help improve overall health. The focus is always on achieving long-term balance and harmony and preventing future illness, while treating current ailments.

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Depending on their specialized training, vets may introduce homotoxicology (combining homeopathy and acupuncture that injects sterile, homeopathic liquids into acupuncture points). Some vets surgically insert gold bead implants into acupuncture points to provide continuous stimulation of the needed healing energy force; this works well for dogs with congenital defects like hip dysplasia, that often require a lifetime of acupuncture treatments.

Find a Qualified Practitioner The family veterinarian may have acupuncture certification or be able to recommend a qualified colleague in the area. Some leading national veterinary and acupuncture organization websites provide directories to find qualified practitioners by city and state. Acupuncture is now taught at most U.S. veterinary colleges, and some experts predict that board certification for TCM is fast approaching. Dr. Jenny Taylor is trained in veterinary acupuncture, herbology, Traditional Chinese Medicine and veterinary homeopathy. Her Creature Comfort Holistic Veterinary Center, in Oakland, California, is an award-winning regional pioneer. She lectures worldwide and donates acupuncture and homeopathy treatment for the Oakland Zooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wild animals. Connect at CreatureComfort.com and Facebook.com/creature comfort.holisticvet.

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Take part in an inspiring and integrated curriculum designed to make yoga an exciting exploration. The results you feel are a well-developed connection to your inner wisdom while gaining confidence to bring this ancient technology to clients, friends, and family. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc. Teacher Training Institute Program is a registered Yoga Alliance school and offers a comprehensive and inspiring yoga curriculum. You will gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to expand your personal practice and to become an exceptional and successful yoga teacher. Taught by expert teachers with decades of experience, they embody what they teach. Students report that the instructors deeply impact their development off the mat and into life experiences, creating a life in balance and optimal wholeness. Scholarships are available. It’s Yoga Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Ste G, Greenville. 864-3542882. ItsYogaStudio.com. See ad, this page.

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Expect to feel at home in our warm and friendly open-plan studio. Our teachers are all gifted, heart-centered and highly qualified (RYT 200 - E-RYT 500) We take the individual into account and it is our goal to serve our community in healing and strengthening, not only of the body, but of mind and heart. Our practice enhances strength, flexibility and memory while promoting balance, growth and emotional healing. Yoganize is a unique combination of various styles of yoga infused with Pilates, Qi Gong, Reiki, martial arts, dance - integrated with energy healing, meditation and Yoga Nidra. A variety of classes - beginners to advanced plus ”Healing Therapy” - excellent for seniors or if recovering from surgery, or illness. (6am - 7pm daily - see website.) Shop in our lovely yoga boutique - apparel, DVD’s, CD’s, props, Therapy Mat/bag, gift certificates. Our beautiful new massage room is now open. We offer a variety of massage treatments, Chakra Balancing and Reiki Therapy, by appointment. “Open yourself to greater love, joy and health - Yoganize your life.” Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 864-325-6053. Yoganize. com. See ad, page 43.

Southern Om - Greenville

Partnering decades of experience in meditation and alternative health with an opportunity to honor his parents’ legacy, Greenville native Pace Beattie fulfilled his dream of opening a hot yoga studio in his hometown. Now celebrating its two year anniversary. Southern Om is a tranquil space open for our community to practice yoga and cultivate a peaceful mindset on and off the yoga mat. Amenities of the studio include a padded yoga room floor, soft chandelier lighting, fresh air ventilation, industrial humidifiers, locker rooms with showers, a clothing boutique, and a sitting area with a lending library of wellness-related books. A variety of class times are offered every day of the week from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Southern Om is located next to Whole Foods Market at 1140 Woodruff Road. Call 864-3291114 for more information. To view the weekly schedule and sign up for classes, visit SouthernOm.com.

Allison Lindquist is an Experienced Registered Yoga Instructor with over 21 years of experience. She began her Hot Yoga Practice under the guidance of Jimmy Barkan, one of Bikram Choudury’s first American Students. In addition to her extensive Hot Yoga training, Allison has recently become initiated as a direct to disciple to Paramahansa Yogananda. After living at Barsana Dham Ashram with the Living Yoga program, Allison opened 90 Degrees Yoga, as the home center of Hot Yatra Yoga in Greenville, South Carolina. The studio is a thriving center that is not only dedicated to healing bodies, but creating a community that supports, heals and deeply cares for every student that enters. Holistic Life Coaching, Nutrition leadership, a registered teacher training program, as well as yoga immersion program that teaches the deeply woven systematic yoga lessons on “how to life free of negativity” are also a part of the yoga center. “Yoga is more than learning postures; it is taking the lessons and using them as your Life Teacher. We all have not had the opportunity to have perfect childhoods, enlightened parents or personal Gurus, but with an open heart, sincere motivation and dedicated commitment we can learn yoga as it was intended to be taught. Yoga will lead you to life of even mindfulness, liberation from internal chaos and how to escape into your own being. I am honored to walk this path alongside of you”. Allison 90 Degrees Yoga, 115 Pelham Rd, Ste 10, Greenville. 864-631-8706. 90DegreesYoga.com.

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Zen Garden Yoga is an eco-friendly studio and Eco-Chic boutique where clients come to have a profound health and wellness experience with their bodies. Our clients feel confident knowing all of our teachers are at least RYT-200 or higher. With 25+ classes per week, ranging from prenatal to power to YogaWall, (the only Great Yoga Wall in the Upstate!) you are sure to find what you are looking for regardless of your yoga background. In addition to yoga, Zen Garden offers therapeutic massage, acupuncture, Reiki, facials, and waxing services to enhance your experience. Zen Garden Yoga is a community that truly fosters and supports the overall mind-body connection. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 Fernwood-Glendale Rd, Spartanburg. 864583-3335. ZenGardenYoga.com.

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Between 15 and 20 million Americans practice yoga, spending an estimated $5.7 billion annually on classes and accessories. National Yoga Month, in September, reminds us to always make personal safety a guiding principle during practice sessions. Experts advise the following guidelines for practicing injury-free yoga.

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ike any kind of movement, yoga involves some risk,” says Devarshi Steven Hartman, dean of the Kripalu School of Yoga, headquartered in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. “The level of risk depends on the individual’s age, physical condition, limitations, emotional state, previous injuries, strength, time of day, awareness, type of movement and how much weight bearing is taking place.” It’s not uncommon for both seasoned athletes and yoga neophytes to push too hard in the beginning. Dr. Loren Fishman, medical director at Manhattan Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, says, “The three leading causes of injury are an overenthusiastic student, improper alignment and poor teaching.”

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Many aspirants feel they have to master a pose right away; thus, a “Type A” person may have the most potential for injury, observes Sadie Nardini, New York City-based founder of Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga and host of Cable TV’s Viera Living’s daily yoga show, Rock Your Yoga. Some instructors may have a vigorous Type A attitude, as well. “Keep looking if you feel pushed,” she advises. Choosing a style is less important than choosing the instructor best suited to the student’s needs. “Finding the right teacher,” says Nardini, “is kind of like dating. Keep looking until you find your match.”

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Yoga is renowned for increasing physical flexibility, balance and range of motion, while decreasing stress. Yet, as with any form of exercise, injuries may result from improper practice. Exercise caution. Certain areas of the body, like the back, neck and limbs, are particularly prone to injury, counsels Hartman. “Twisting and contorting poses can cause undue pressure,” so take things slowly and stop if pain occurs. Practice correct alignment. Experts agree that proper alignment is key to injury-free yoga. “There’s a lot to proper alignment; it’s integral to being a yoga teacher,” says Fishman. A good one will walk the room to make sure everyone has the correct form, keeping the vertebrae more or less in line, even in a twisting pose. Seek modifying options. Instructors must teach modifications in poses to accommodate the individual, often using props such as blocks and straps. Learn to breathe. Proper breathing cannot be overemphasized. “Kripalu’s teaching methodology, for example,

emphasizes coordinating movement with breath because it is one of the leading ways to prevent injury,” Hartman says. Go with a teacher that understands anatomy. A teacher with such a background knows not only how muscles move, but also how they move together. Experts in yoga understand kinesiology—the natural synergies and limits to muscle and joint movement, according to Fishman. Nardini further emphasizes the importance of teaching transitions between poses. Consider prior injuries. “People think of yoga as a healing practice. That does not [necessarily] mean it will help heal a previous injury,” says Nardini. “It’s possible you can make it even worse.” Those with previous injuries, plus elderly individuals and expectant mothers, must take extra safety precautions. Remember that yoga is not about competition. “Don’t be afraid to take a time out,” says Fishman. “Or go into a child’s or modified child’s pose if you need to.” In the end, “Yoga is about increasing awareness of the body. A wellschooled yoga teacher intends to create individual, empowering experiences,” concludes Hartman. Lynda Bassett is a freelance writer based near Boston, MA. Connect at LyndaBassett.com.

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injury-prevention tips from experienced yogis. Research the teacher. Investigate a yoga instructor’s credentials before signing up for a class, advises Meredith Montgomery, a board member of the Yoga Health Foundation and publisher of Natural Awakenings’ Mobile/Baldwin edition. Read the instructor’s biography to verify his or her professional training, certification and level of experience. YogaAlliance.org maintains a wellrespected registry of instructors that have been certified as registered yoga teachers (RYT). Analyze the class level. Consider the name of the class, plus the level of advancement. New students may want to begin with a gentle, restorative or yin-type class. To reduce any risk, “Sign up for classes that are one level lower than where you are,” advises Fishman. Ask how many students are allowed in the class; a smaller size means more one-on-one attention. Speak out. “Don’t be afraid to ask questions,” Fishman emphasizes; get to the class early, introduce yourself to the teacher and perhaps audit various classes. Good instructors always ask students about their health and fitness history. Look for special needs groups. “You can get really specific in choosing the right yoga class, whether it focuses on back care or other therapeutic yoga,” notes Nardini.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 Third Annual Bag Project ─ Entire month of September. Bring in a new or gently used handbag, purse or laptop bag and receive a coupon for 25% off a single item. All items will be donated to the Junior League of Greenville’s, A Nearly New You store. They will be used for various projects throughout the year, such as helping women who have completed a job training program prepare for interviewing. Ten Thousand Villages, 2 West Lewis Plaza, Greenville. 239-4120. Music in the Woods ─ 4:30-6pm. September 1st-October 27th. A solar powered concert series featuring local artists. $2 for adults and free for children 15 and under. Paris Mountain State Park Amphitheater, 2401 State Park Rd, Greenville. 244-5565. See Saturday’s Ongoing Calendar for performers.

you can do to help eliminate it from your life. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Migraine and Headache Prevention ─ 6:30pm. Alternatives to taking medications for headaches and migraines. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 Breast and Full Body Thermograms by CORE Medical Thermography ─ 9am-3pm by appointment. Accurate, non-radiation, pain-free screening for women serious about their breast health. U.S. approved/HIPAA regulated patient care. Acupuncture of Greer, 106 Memorial Dr, Greer. For appointment, pricing, forms and patient instructions. 423-6256.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Anderson Guardian ad Litem Program Training ─ 5:30-8:30pm. September 10-September 27th. Training course starting September 10th to teach volunteers how to advocate for children taken from homes of abuse and neglect. Free. Boulevard Baptist Church, 700 Boulevard, Anderson. 225-2348.

markyourcalendar Natural Awakenings Healthy Living Expo ─ Saturday, September 8; 11am-3pm. Meet natural and eco-friendly businesses and fitness and wellness providers. Chair massage, acupuncture, raffles and samples. Free. Earth Fare, 3620 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 248-4910.

markyourcalendar Upstate SC Gluten Free Fair ─ Saturday, September 8; 11am-2pm. Sponsored by Ingles Markets and the Gluten Intolerance Group of Greenville. The Salvation Army KROC Center, 424 Westfield St. Greenville. 800-334-4936. to birth, taught by a licensed midwife and includes natural pain management techniques. Carolina WaterBirth, 915-J South St, Simpsonville. RSVP: 329-0010. Akashic Records Meetup “2012: The Economy of the New Earth” ─ 7-9pm. An evening of conversation and Q & A with the Akashic Masters. Crystal Visions, 5426 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville, NC. RSVP: 828-281-0888.

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Get Your Hormones Back in Balance ─ 6:30pm. Get control of your hormones. Consider natural essential oils for relief. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899.

Greenville Baby Wearing Group ─ 12pm. Bring child carriers to learn how to use them or teach others. Free. Natural Baby, 11 College St, Greenville. 631-1500.

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Mind and Body Connection (Stress Free Life) ─ 6:30pm. Class about the effects of stress and things

Labor Day Natural Childbirth Class ─ 6pm. One day refresher class offering a practical approach

Optimizing Your Health! ─ 6:15pm. Improper digestion can cause a severe change in your overall health. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Nutritional Blood Analysis ─ 9am-5pm. See what a drop of blood can tell you. By appointment only. The Wild Radish, 161 Verdin Rd, Greenville. 297-1105.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Thermograms at Greenville Natural Health Center ─ All day by appointment. Breast thermography is a safe, pain-free alternative for detection and establishing baseline for breast health for women of all ages. Cost varies, depending on exam type. Greenville Natural Health Center, 1901 Laurens Rd, Ste F, Greenville. 370-1140.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Cloth Diaper 101 ─ 1-2:30pm. Find the right type of cloth diaper for your family and learn laundry do’s and don’ts. Free. Natural Baby, 11 College St, Greenville. 631-1500.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Healthy Choices for Parents ─ 6:15pm. Help your child stay healthy once they return to school. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Weight Loss Seminar ─ 6:45pm. Dr. Amber Passini will help us get on the right track just in time for the upcoming Holiday Season. The Wild Radish, 161 Verdin Rd,Greenville. RSVP 297-1105.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 3 Steps to Eliminate Upper Back Pain ─ 6:30pm. Reduce or eliminate your upper back pain. Fun and

interactive class. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Breast and Full Body Thermograms by CORE Medical Thermography ─ 9am-1pm by appointment. Accurate, non-radiation, pain-free screening for women serious about their breast health. U.S. approved/HIPAA regulated patient care. Creative Health, 14 S. Main St, Greenville. For appointment, pricing, forms and patient instructions. 423-6256.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Yoga Wall Basics ─ 1-3pm. We are the only Yoga wall in the upstate area. $20 for members and $25 for non members. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 FernwoodGlendale Rd. Ste 58, Spartanburg. 583-3335.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Natural and Easy Ways to Detox the Body ─ 6:15pm. Learn easy and natural ways to help detox. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899.

savethedate Sherman College Community Wellness Fair ─ Saturday October 13; 10am-3pm. Spine checks by College’s chiropractic interns plus register for free IPAD to be given away at the conclusion of the fair. Family-friendly activities; concessions available for purchase. Blood Connection onsite until 2pm. Admission and parking are free. Sherman College of Chiropractic, 2020 Springfield Rd, Boiling Springs. 704-600-5272. Grace Spa & Wellness Health Fair ─ 2-6pm. 1st semi-annual heath fair Receive nutritional information, sample and learn holistic essential oils solutions, speak to our life coach specialist and receive free massages! Snacks, specials and prizes. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899.

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Look Good and Feel Good ─ 6:15pm. Tired of being tired? Go back to the basics. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899.

Women’s Weekend ─ 5pm Oct 12 thru 1pm Oct 14. Saturday only option available. Spend a weekend at YMCA Camp Greenville. The only things on your to-do list will be to relax, rejuvenate, and maybe have an adventure. YMCA Member Rate - $150, Non-Member Rate - $170, Saturday Only $70. YMCA Camp Greenville. 836-3291 Ext108.

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Beginners Workshop ─ 1-3pm. If you are new to yoga this workshop is for you. $20 for members and $25 for non members. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 Fernwood-Glendale Rd. Ste 58, Spartanburg. 583-3335.

Bark in the Park Festival ─ 11am-3pm. Concerned Citizens for Animals (a no-kill animal rescue in Simpsonville), is celebrating a pet and family friendly festival. Burton Campus, Greenville Tech, 620 S. Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. For more info, go to ccaweb.org/events.

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sunday Southern Flow Hot Yoga ─ 9am; 4pm and 6pm. Vigorous series of poses accessible to all levels. Packages available. Southern Om, 1140 Woodruff Rd, next to Whole Foods Market, Greenville. 329-1114. Chinese Class ─ 3-4:15pm. $60 per month. Four Seasons Restaurant, 208 N. Main St, Mauldin. 297-5097. Kripala Yoga ─ 3-4:30pm. Group yoga for all levels. Improve balance, coordination and well-being. $12/class, $85/series of 10. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 325-6053. Jazzercise ─ 4:30-5:30pm. Dance your way to a stronger, leaner, fitter you, featuring a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, kickboxing, and Latin-style movements set to popular music. Walk-in $12. Jazzercise of Taylors, 4893G Wade Hampton Blvd, Taylors. 968-0309.

All Levels Hatha Yoga ─ 8:30am. Structured around learning how to focus on the breath throughout various yoga postures. $15. Its Yoga! Studio Inc., 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 354-2882 or 404-798-3442. Ladies’ Day ─ 9am-5pm. Manicure/Chair Massage offered with any service. Free. Breakaway Honda, 330 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 234-6632. Nia Classes ─ 9am. Dance, stretch, breathe, laugh, and play. Find joy in movement. First class is free. Studio G7, 311 E Main St, Central. 650-2710. Yoga ─ 9am. Basic Yoga posture to develop strength, balance and flexibility. Increases focus and releases tension. Eastside Family YMCA, 1250 Taylors Rd, Taylors. 292-2790. Yoga Bootcamp ─ 9:15-10:30am. Challenging vinyasa power style class to lengthen and strengthen your entire body. All levels welcome. $10 or $80/10 classes. Chapman Cultural Center, Dance Studio 4 of Ballet, 200 E. St John St, Spartanburg. 612-8333.

Zen Mommas ─ 5-6pm. Maintain your fitness level while creating a calm mind-body experience with pre-natal yoga. $65 for members, $75 for non-members. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 FernwoodGlendale Rd. Ste 58, Spartanburg. 583-3335.

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

Chinese Cooking Class for the Diabetic ─ 5:30pm. Eat the healthy meal you create. Private lessons available. $15 per class. Four Seasons Restaurant, 208 N. Main St, Mauldin. 297-5097.

Free Micro Massage Mondays! ─ 10am-4pm. Enjoy a free (fully dressed) stretch massage. Customized tips on what you can do to help with muscle pain and tightness. By appointment only. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899.

monday Southern Flow Hot Yoga ─ 6am, 10am, 12pm, 5pm and 7pm. See Sunday 9am listing for details.

Healing Yoga Therapy ─ 10:30-11:45am. Therapeutic class, suitable for seniors and anyone with physical issues. $12, $85/series of 10. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 325-6053.

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Results Training ─ 10:30-11:30am. Six week circuit training program. Learn proper technique using kettle bells, ropes and medicine balls. Increase your metabolism and energy while having fun. $99/6weeks. Greer Athletic Club, 905 N. Main St, Greer. 877-4647. Tai Chi for Arthritis ─ 10:30-11:30am. Reduces pain and stress, enhances balance, health, coordination and strength. Movements are based on Sun Style. Meets two days/wk. $120 for 20 lessons. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. 991-8511. Yang 24 Yoga ─ 11:30am. Membership $24/yr plus a small class fee. Senior Action, 50 Directors Dr, Greenville. 335-5024. Yang Style 48 Forms Tai-chi-chuan ─ 11:30am12:30pm. Practiced slowly to build internal strength and balance. Pre-registration required. $120 (20, 1-hr lessons). Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. 991-8511. Lunch Hour Yoga ─ 12-1pm. $10 per class, memberships available. YOGAlicious, 147 E. Main St, Ste. A, Spartanburg. 515-0855. Foot Detox ─ 1-6pm. Remove the gunk from your system like changing the oil in your car. $45. Acorn Integrative Health, 101 New Woodruff Rd, Greer. 848-5291. Pain Relief Using Lasers ─ 1-6pm. Relax muscles, frozen shoulder and sciatica. $35. Acorn Integrative Health, 101 New Woodruff Rd, Greer. 848-5291. QiGong ─ 2-3pm. Enhances balance, health, coordination, strength and reduces stress. Movements are gentle and include forms of meditation. Preregistration required. $65/month for 8 lessons. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. 991-8511. Children’s Kung-Fu, Tai-Chi and Qigong ─ 3:20-4:20pm. Structured to build internal strength and integrity. Ages 10-15. Pre-registration required. $80 (12, 1hr lessons/month). Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. 991-8511. “Row-ga!” Fitness ─ 4-5pm. A fusion of indoor rowing and yoga that strengthens the muscles of the body, improves cardiac function, flexibility and stamina through breathing, low intensity rowing and

yoga postures. $10. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576-A Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 281-1505. 20-20-20 ─ 4:15-5:15pm. High-intensity workout for arms, legs and abs. First session free. Pricing varies. The Westside Club, 501 Willis Rd, Spartanburg. 5877106 ext. 0. Pre-Natal Yoga ─ 5:15pm. Restore energy while calming mind and body. $75 for 5 classes. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 354-2882. Pilates Jumpboard ─ 5:30-6pm. Increase your leg strength, create definition, and improve endurance on the Reformer jumpboard. $12, $100/series of 10. Pivotal Fitness Center, 5000 Old Spartanburg Rd, Taylors. 320-3806. Beginning Olympic-Style Fencing Classes ─ 6-7pm. Group based beginning fencing for children ages 10-18. $15 per class, equipment provided. Knights of Siena Fencing Academy, 900 E. Main St, Ste. M, Easley. 270-6172. Boot Camp ─ 6-7pm. Full body workout with core emphasis for those stubborn abdominals. $130 for 12 sessions. Right Jab Fitness, 3400 Anderson Rd, Greenville. 363-3923. Nia Dance/Fitness ─ 6-7pm. Throw off your shoes and dance. $10 per class, non-members welcome. Riverside Tennis Club, 435 Hammett Bridge Rd, Greer. 848-0918. MeaningSighttm: Establishing Vision, Goals, Meaning and Spirit ─ 6:15-8:30pm. Second Monday of the month. Establish a life vision and goals for meaning, flourishing and spirit – 6 small group classes to bring more meaning and a deeper spirituality into your life. $150. Life Coaching Institute, 25 Woods Lake Rd, Ste. 207, Greenville. 282-8989. Weight Loss Information Session ─ 6:15pm. Discuss the tools needed to lose weight and keep it off. Tour the facility and meet the staff. Free. Nutrition Solutions, 2104 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 676-1248. All Levels Yoga ─ 6:30pm. Relieve tired muscles and calm the stress of the day. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 354-2882. Tai Chi with George Gantt ─ 6:30-7:30pm. Tension and stress reduction, soft, flowing movements that emphasize force, rather than strength. $15/class, $65/5 classes, or included in Equilibrium Gym membership. Equilibrium Zen Gym, 2110 Augusta St, Greenville. 419-2596. Learn West African Drumming ─ 7-8:30pm. First 3 Monday’s of the month. Fun, dynamic classes that relieve stress, increase awareness, energy, self confidence and well-being. $10. 90 Degrees Yoga, 115 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 504-782-6319.

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

tuesday Pain/Stress Management ─ by appt. FDA approved Scaler Wave Laser provides energy to cells for improved function and wellbeing. $30 for ½ hour. Biofeedback support, $75 per hour. Abiada Healing Arts, 187 N. Daniel Morgan Ave, Spartanburg. 542-1123. Southern Flow Hot Yoga ─ 6am, 8am, 10am, 12pm, 4pm, 5:30pm and 7:15pm. See Sunday 9am listing for details.

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Yoga for Cancer Survivors - Intermediate/Advanced ─ 9 and 10:30am. Gentle stretching and breathing exercises that relax and invigorate the body and mind. St. Francis Millennium Campus (near ICAR campus), Greenville. $7 per class. Call to register, 675-4656. Pilates ─ 9:15-10:15am. All levels and ages. Increase your flexibility and promote healthier body composition. First session free. Packages available. The Westside Club, 501 Willis Rd, Spartanburg. 587-7106 ext 0. Gentle Yoga for Beginners ─ 9:30-10:45am. Gentle class suitable for the beginner or for a more relaxing practice. $12, $85/series of 10. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 325-6053. Zumba at MuvE Fitness ─ 9:30-10:30am. Strengthen your muscles in a mat-based interval training class. $12. MuvE Fitness Studio at 4Balance Fitness, 787 E. Butler Rd, Mauldin. 288-8532. Tuesday Local Farmers’ Market ─ 10am-2pm. Meet your local food community at our 4th annual market. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335-2300. Yaapana Yoga ─ 10-11am. Yaapana is a Sanskrit word meaning the support and extension of life. Innovative design of flow, dynamic and restorative poses. $15. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 Fernwood-Glendale Rd, Spartanburg. 583-3335. All Levels Hatha Yoga ─ 10:30am. Structured around learning how to focus on the breath throughout various yoga postures. $15. 4Life Fitness Studio, 405 The Parkway, Ste. 400, Greer. 848-5277 or 404-3442. Results Training ─ 10:30-11:30am. See Monday 10:30 listing for details.

All Levels Yoga ─ 11am. Recharge your day with this morning class, energizing, stretching, rejuvenating mind and body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 354-2882.

Community Acupuncture ─ 12-6pm. Economical group opportunity to benefit from natural therapy. Plan at least 45 minutes for therapy. $45 initial, then $25. Carolina Health Innovations, 1 Creekview Ct, Ste. B, Greenville. 331-2522.

Dancing for Birth ─ 11am. Babies in slings welcome also. Belly dance and other types to prepare body and baby for easier and quicker delivery. Dianna’s School of Dance, 7601 White Horse Rd, Greenville. 836-8982.

Free Essential Oils Classes ─ 12-1pm. Joni Durham LMT hosts this free essential oils class. New oils presented each week. Creative Health, 14 S. Main St, Greenville. Space is limited, must register, 233-4811.

Introduction to Chair Yoga ─ 11-11:30am. Explore Yoga poses in an easy, seated position with exercises that will gently stretch and sooth your body. $5 St. Francis Eastside, Building 135, Suite 140, Greenville. To register, call 675-4400.

Yang Style 24 Forms Tai-chi-chuan ─ 12-1pm. Set of 24 postures. Yang style is most popular Taichi form. Pre-registration required. $120 (20, 1hr lessons). Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. 991-8511.

Pain and Arthritis Management ─ 11am-4pm. FDA approved Scalar Wave Laser provides energy to cells for improved function and wellbeing. $30 for ½ hr. session. Abiada Healing Arts, 187 N. Daniel Morgan Ave, Spartanburg. 542-1123.

Qigong ─ 1-2pm. See Monday 1pm listing for details.

“Row-ga!” Fitness ─ 11am-12pm. See Monday 4pm listing for details. Zumba ─ 11:15am. Dance your way to fitness with this Latin-themed class. Eastside Family YMCA, 1250 Taylors Rd, Taylors. 292-2790. Pre-Natal Yoga ─ 11:30am-12:30pm. Relax and connect with your baby. $10/class. Spartanburg Regional Center for Women, 101 E. Wood St, Spartanburg. Pre-register. 560-6000. TRX/Kettle Bell Training ─ 11:45am-12:30pm. Improve strength, balance and flexibility. Creative and fun with results. $139/8 sessions. Greer Athletic Club, 905 N. Main St, Greer. 877-4647. Back-Care Yoga ─ 12-12:30pm. $5 per person. St. Francis Eastside, Building 135, Ste 140, Greenville. To register, call 675-4400.

Yoga ─ 2-3pm. For ages 55+. Hatha Yoga is a class of various postures, one flowing into the next while also working on breathing techniques. No experience necessary. Small membership fee required. Senior Action, 50 Directors Dr, Greenville. 467-3660. Child Meditation Classes ─ 4:30-7pm. Meditation class to help children with test or social anxiety, ADHD, depression or behavioral problems. For ages 5 to 15. Individual $30 per 45min and group for $10 per individual (min 6 children max 10). 334.8245. Good Olde Days ─ 4:30-7:30pm. Dinner, bingo, prizes and a great time. $8.99. Earth Fare, 3620 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 527-4220. All Levels Yoga ─ 5:30pm. Slow the stress of your day with a yoga routine of breath and postures to balance and detoxify the body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 354-2882. Qigong ─ 5:30-6:30pm. See Monday 1pm listing for details.

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Yoga ─ 5:30-6:30pm. Therapeutic and breath work classes available. $15. Monthly packages available. Rosalinda Yoga, AnMed Life Choice Gym on Hwy. 81, Anderson. 313-3348.

Sivananda Method Hatha Yoga ─ 6:30-8:15pm. Hatha Yoga taught in traditional style. $10 or donation. Greenville Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1135 State Park Rd, Greenville. 271-4883.

Beginner Meditation Classes ─ 6-8pm. Improve physical well-being and intuition. $75 Carolina Spiritual Science Center, 165-B Metro Dr, Spartanburg. 590-2463.

Tai Chi Aerobics ─ 6:30-7:30pm. Combines music and an upbeat pace with time-honored tai chi movements. $15/class, $65/5 classes, or included in gym membership. Equilibrium Zen Gym, 2110 Augusta St, Greenville. 419-2596.

Hoop Dancing ─ 6-8pm. This practice incorporates dance, yoga and tai-chi movements. $15 a person. Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E. Butler Rd, 553-9273. Results Training ─ 6-7pm. See Monday 10:30 listing for details. STOPHepC Support Group for Viral Hepatitis ─ 6-7pm. Third Tuesday each month. Support group offering information, natural alternatives, fellowship, recipes, and wellness plans. Free. Donations welcome. Panera Bread Company, 1922 Augusta St, Greenville. Look for the yellow virus plush toy on the table. 906-7660. AD/HD, Autism Spectrum, Learning Disabilities Info. Meeting ─ 6:30-8pm. Parents will gain greater understanding of their child and learn about the Brain Balance program, research and brain function in children struggling with neurobehavioral disorders. Free. Brain Balance, 2531 Woodruff Rd, Simpsonville. Space is limited, RSVP to 329-9933. Healthy Living Class ─ 6:30-7:00pm. Introductory class briefly talking about health, chiropractic and nutrition. Free. LifeLogic Health Center, 1622 E. North St, Ste. 10, Greenville. Seating is limited. 416-1136

Yang Style 24 Forms Tai-chi-chuan ─ See Tuesday 12pm listing for details. Meditation Class ─ 7pm. Learn to meditate. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 354-2882. Pancreas Protocol/Weight Loss Group Sessions ─ 7-9pm. Group sessions for weight loss, with options of acupuncture and coaching for $15. Carolina Health Innovations, 1 Creekview Ct, Ste. B, Greenville. No appt. necessary; 35-45 min sessions. 331-2522. Restorative Flow ─ 7:15-8:30pm. Combination of flowing vinyasa and relaxing restorative poses. $15. Zen Garden Yoga 1040 Fernwood-Glendale Rd, Ste 58, Spartanburg. 583-3335.

wednesday Ionic Foot Detox ─ See Monday 1pm listing for details. Southern Flow Hot Yoga ─ 6am, 10am, 12pm, 5pm and 7pm. See Sunday 9am listing for details. Free Morning Stretch and Range of Motion Classes ─ 7:45am. Early morning stretch and range of motion classes. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899.

YogaWall ─ 8:30–9:45am. Based on the Iyengar rope system, The Great Yoga Wall is a modern day evolution to your yoga practice. First time students $8, Drop-in $15. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 Fernwood-Glendale Rd, Ste. 58, Spartanburg. 583-3335. Yoga Boot Camp ─ 9:15-10:30am. See Monday 9:15am listing for details. Senior Day ─ 10am-6pm. Seniors 60+ receive 10% off total purchase. Normal exclusions apply. The Wild Radish, 161 Verdin Rd, Greenville. 297-1105. Yoga Wall ─ 10-11:15am. Based on the Iyengar ropes system, a modern evolution to your yoga practice. $15. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 FernwoodGlendale Rd, Spartanburg. 583-3335. Healing Yoga Therapy ─ 10:30-11:45am. See Monday 10:30am listing for details. Yoganize. Pilates Jumpboard ─ 10:30-11am. See Monday 5:30pm listing for details. Tai Chi for Arthritis ─ 10:30-11:30am. See Monday 10:30am listing for details. CardioTAPdance ─ 11-11:50am. An excellent way for adults to practice the rhythms of tap dancing and get a great workout while learning. Dance Ventures, 215 Pelham Rd, Ste. B-102, Greenville. 271-7701. Oxy-Ionic Water Sampling ─ 11am-5pm. First Wednesday. Sample alkalizing Oxy-Ionic. Buy 1 gallon, get 2nd gallon 15% off. All Natural Health & Beauty Center, 101 College St, Simpsonville. 963-2882. Yang Style 48 Forms Tai-chi-chuan ─ 11:30am12:30pm. See Monday 11:30am listing for details.

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Power Hour of Yoga ─ 12pm. See Monday 12pm listing for details. Foot Detox ─ 1-6pm. See Monday 1pm listing for details. Pain Relief Using Lasers ─ 1-6pm. See Monday 1pm listing for details. Yang Style 24 Forms Tai-chi-chuan ─ 2-3pm. See Tuesday 12pm listing for details. What’s Cooking ─ 3-5pm. Whole food recipes will be tested and tasted in our Bulk Department. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335-2300. Children’s Kung–Fu, Tai-Chi and Qigong Classes ─ 3:20-4:20pm. See Monday 3:20 listing for details. Healthy Happy Hour ─ 4-5pm. Taste a delicious fresh pressed fruit and vegetable juice recipe in the produce department. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335-2300. “Row-ga!” Fitness ─ 4-5pm. See Monday 4pm listing for details. Yoganize – All Levels ─ 4:45-6pm. Energize, revitalize and harmonize mind, body and spirit. $12/class, $85/series of 10. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 325-6053. Nia Classes ─ 5:30pm. See Monday 9am listing for details. Boot Camp ─ 6pm. See Monday 6pm listing for details. Hoop Dancing ─ 6-8pm. See Tuesday 6pm listing for details. All Levels Yoga ─ 6:30pm. A yoga routine of breath and postures. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 354-2882.

Medical QiGong ─ 6:30-7:30pm. Find your Qi. $15 Yoga for Cancer Survivors – Beginners ─ 10:30 a class or included in membership. Equilibrium Zen and 11:45am. See Tuesday 9am listing for details. Gym, 2110 Augusta St, Greenville. 419-2596. All Levels Yoga ─ 11am. Class for energizing, Hot Yoga ─ 7:15pm. Soul Flow Yoga Studio, 2811 stretching and rejuvenating mind and body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Reidville Rd, Ste. 12, Spartanburg. 609-7689. Greenville. 354-2882.

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“Row-ga!” Fitness ─ 11am-12pm. See Monday 4pm listing for details.

Group Power ─ 9:30am, 4:45pm, 7:05pm. Weight training program designed to condition all major muscle groups. $10 per class. Free w/membership. Greer Athletic Club, 905 N. Main St, Greer. 8774647.

Yang Style 24 Forms Tai-chi-chuan ─ 12-1pm. See Tuesday 12pm listing for details.

Healing Yoga Therapy ─ 11:30am-12:45pm. See Sunrise Prayer and Meditation ─ 7:45am. Early Monday 10:30am listing for details. morning prayer and meditation to finish out the week TRX/Kettle Bell Training ─ 11:45am-12:30pm. See centered and refreshed. Free. Grace Wellness Centers, Tuesday 11:45am for details. 623 N. Main St, Mauldin. 214-5899. Community Acupuncture ─ 12-6pm. See Tuesday Balanced Life Yoga ─ 9-10:30am. Increase bone 12pm listing for details. density, flexibility and stamina through yoga. $7/ class or $30 for 6 classes. St. Francis Millennium, Tai Chi Chih ─ 12-12:45pm; beginners, 1-2pm; Healthy Self, 2 Innovation Dr, Ste, 200, Greenville. intermediate. Senior Action, 50 Directors Dr, Greenville. 467-3660. 675-4656.

Zen at Noon ─ 12-12:45pm. Get your zen on during your lunch break. First time students $8, Drop-in $15. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 Fernwood-Glendale Yoganize – All Levels ─ 9:30am, 5:30pm, 7pm. Rd, Spartanburg. 583-3335. Combination of yoga, yoga therapy, Pilates and Lunchtime Flow Yoga ─ 12:30pm. Soul Flow Yoga healing prescriptive movement. Develop balance, Studio. 2811 Reidville Rd, Ste 12, Spartanburg. coordination and build self-esteem. $12, $85/series 609-7689. of 10. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 325-6053. Qigong ─ 1-2pm. See Monday 1pm listing for details. Zumba at MuvE Fitness in Motion ─ 9:30am. See Tuesday 9:30am listing for details. Bereavement Support Group ─ 1:30-2:30pm. Open to anyone hurting from the loss of a family member or Senior Yoga ─ 10-11am. Gentle stretching and loved one. McCall Hospice House, 1836 W. Georgia strengthening class for anyone 55+. $2 per class. Rd, Simpsonville. Free. 449-4181. Mauldin Senior Center, Corn Rd at 699 Butler Rd, Mauldin. 419-4204. Tai Chi for Arthritis ─ 2-3pm. See Tuesday 2pm listing for details. Zumba ─ 10am and 7:30pm. See Tuesday 11:15am listing for details. YMCA-Eastside.

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Bakery Basics ─ 4-6pm. Taste the difference in our quality baked goods. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335–2300. Family Dinner Night ─ 4-8pm. One adult spends $5 in the café and up to six kids eat free. Kids fill out their own healthy menu. Earth Fare, 3620 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 527-4220. Child Meditation Classes ─ 4:30-7pm. See Tuesday 4:30 listing for details. Art Walk-Spartanburg ─ 5-9pm. 3rd Thursday of the month. Stroll through art galleries that range from non-profit institutions to commercial art galleries. Most located in downtown Spartanburg. Free. Carolina Gallery, 145 W. Main St, Spartanburg. 585-3335. Qigong ─ 5:30-6:30pm. See Monday 2pm listing for details. Yoga Classes in Anderson ─ 5:30-6:30pm. See Tuesday 5:30pm listing for details. CardioTAPdance ─ 5:45-6:35pm. See Wednesday 11am listing for details. NIA Dance/Fitness ─ 6-7pm. See Wednesday 9:30am listing for details. Results Training ─ 6-7pm. See Monday 10:30 listing for details. Upstate Babywearing Group ─ 6pm. 2nd Thursday. Support group for attachment parenting. Free. Natural Baby, 11 College St, Downtown Greenville. 254-8392. All Levels Yoga ─ 6:30pm. See Monday 6:30pm listing for details. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc. Tai Chi Aerobics ─ 6:30pm. See Tuesday 6:30pm listing for details.

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

Less Stress Yoga ─ 9:30-10:30am. See Monday 9:30am listing for details. Less Stress Yoga.

Yang Style 24 Forms Tai-chi-chuan ─ 6:307:30pm. See Tuesday 12pm listing for details.

Friends and Family Friday ─ 10am-6pm. Friends and family members get adjusted; only $25 per person. Hub City Health Studio, 115 W. Main St, Spartanburg. 583-0300.

Beekeepers’ Association Meeting ─ 7-8:30pm. Second Thursday. Clemson ext. office, 142 S. Dean St, Spartanburg. (Old Evans High School Bldg.) 596-2993 ext 117. Pancreas Protocol/Weight Loss Group Sessions ─ 7pm. See Tuesday 7pm listing for details. Parent Talk on Children’s Brain Function ─ 7-8:30pm. Discussion on brain function in children struggling with AD/HD, Autism/Aspergers, Sensory Integration Disorder, Dyslexia, learning disabilities and the Brain Balance Program. Free. Brain Balance of Greenville, 2531 Woodruff Rd., Ste. 113, Simpsonville. 329-9933. Postpartum Support Group of the Upstate ─ 7-8:30pm. 1st Thursday of every month. Join other mothers who are struggling with perinatal mood disorders and the many changes that come with having a new baby. Free. Baby Impressions, 620 Congaree Rd, Suite D, Greenville. 419-3289.

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Healing Yoga Therapy ─ 10:30-11:45am. See Monday 10:30am listing for details. Yoganize. Baby + Me Yoga ─ 11:30am-12:30pm. Class combines yoga and play to help mothers get back in shape. $5 residents/$6 for non-residents. Falls Park (meet at grassy area at bottom of waterfall). If cold weather or rain, meet at Bobby Pearse Community Center, 904 Townes St, Greenville, 467-4449. Yoganize - Intermediate Level ─ 12-1:30pm. Energize, revitalize and harmonize mind, body and spirit. $12/class, $85/series of 10. 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 325-6053. Restorative Yoga Class ─ 12:15pm. Perform gentle poses before dropping into deep contentment from the sequence of supported postures. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc., 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 354-2882. Foot Detox ─ 1-6pm. See Monday 1pm listing for details. Pain Relief Using Lasers ─ 1-6pm. See Monday 1pm listing for details.

Indoor Rowing Classes ─ 6am, 7:30am and 9:15am. Full-body and cardio workout; any age and fitness level. Rates vary. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576-A Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 281-1505 or 498-8608. Nia Classes ─ 9am. See Monday 9am listing for details.

Qigong ─ 1-2pm. See Monday 2pm listing for details. Yang Style 24 Forms Tai-chi-chuan ─ 2-3pm. See Tuesday 12pm listing for details. Children’s Kung–Fu, Tai-Chi and Qigong Classes ─ 3:20-4:20pm. See Monday 3:20 listing for details.

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Boot Camp ─ 6-7pm. See Monday 6pm listing for details. Kids Night ─ 6-9pm. First Friday. Indoor rock climbing, games, nature crafts, and pizza/drinks included. $20 per child/$5 sibling discount. Glendale Outdoor Leadership School (GOLS), 270 Wheeling Cir, Glendale. 529-0259. Restorative Yoga ─ 6pm. Classes designed around postures developed to release stress and tension, providing relaxation. $10 per class. Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. 991-8511.

saturday Chen Style Tai Chi ─ A six week class on Chen Tai Chi basics and Essential 18 Form. Suenaka Zenzan Dojo, 1116 Rutherford Rd, Greenville. For details and times, call 386-8316. Community Acupuncture ─ 8:30am-Noon. See Tuesday 12pm listing for details. Group Power ─ 8:30 and 10:30am. See Thursday 9:30am listing for details.

Karma Class ─ 10am-12pm. Support the community and bring a donation for the featured local charity of the month. Zen Garden Yoga, 1040 FernwoodGlendale Rd, Ste 58, Spartanburg. 583-3335. Making Tinctures and Salves at Home ─ 10am1pm. 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month. How to use herbs in your home to make salves, tinctures and cleaning recipes. $20. 705 Holland Rd, Simpsonville. Must RSVP, 269-0658. Vinyasa Flow ─ 10-11:30am. Levels 1 and 2. $12 per class, memberships available. YOGAlicious, 147 E. Main St, Ste. A, Spartanburg. 515-0855. Yoganize – All Levels ─ 10-11:30am. See Thursday 9:30am listing for details. “Full-on” Yoga ─ 10:45-12pm. Steady flow of Hatha/Kripalu inspired yoga - no rowing involved. $10/class; discount class packages available. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 576-A Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 281-1505. Zumba Fitness ─ 11am. The big dance/aerobic craze. $10 per class. Arthur Murray Dance Studio, 1054 E. Butler Rd, Greenville. 254-9126.

Less Stress Yoga ─ 9-10am. See Monday 7:30pm listing for details.

Children’s Yoga ─ 12-1pm. 5-9 year olds. $8 per class, memberships available. YOGAlicious, 147 E. Main St, Ste. A, Spartanburg. 515-0855.

Yoga ─ 9am. $10; 5 classes/$40; first class free. Unity Church of Greenville, 207 E. Belvue Rd, Greenville. 292–6499.

Pancreas Protocol/Weight Loss Group Sessions ─ 12-2pm. See Tuesday 7pm listing for details.

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

USA Olympic Weight Lifting Club ─ 12-2pm. Learn Olympic weight lifting. Athletic Performance Center, 430 Woodruff Rd, Ste. 550, Greenville. 451-7510.

Community Yoga ─ 9:30-10:30am. $6 drop in fee. Soul Flow Yoga, 2811 Reidville Rd, Ste. 12, Spartanburg. 609-7689.

Blessingways ─ 2pm. 4th Saturday. Positive birth stories and guest speakers share mindful information on pregnancy, birth, or parenting. Free. Natural Baby, 11 College St, Greenville. 254-8392. Tai Chi for Energy ─ 2-3:30pm. Improves balance, strength, health, coordination & reduces stress. Preregistration required. $120 (14, 1.5hr lessons). Qi Works Studio, 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville. 991-8511. Music in the Woods ─ 4:30-6pm. September 1stOctober 27th. Performances Sept 1st (Sarah Shaffer and the Clanton Road), Sept 8th (Dave Desmelik), Sept 15th (Angela Easterling), Sept 22nd (Lucy Allen and Marshall Goers), Sept 29th (Alexa Woodward), Oct 6th (Friction Farm), Oct 13th (Ragged Orchids), Oct 20th (Rachel Van Slyke)and Oct 27th (Darby Wilcox). 244-5565.

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SAM HWA DANG ACUPUNCTURE & HERBS CLINIC Hwang K. Lee, Ph.D., L.Ac. 26 Orchard Park Dr. 864-408-8270•Greenville

Korean Traditional Medicine helps to balance the energy flow in the entire body. We specialize in certain conditions, but have treated with success other health concerns such as allergy and skin, infertility, menopause, pain control, cardiovascular, urinary, digestive and sleep disorders.

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30+ year private practice, is celebrating five years of our sensory SENSORY LEARNING CENTER™ & SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY learning program. This intensive multi-sensory, foundational, noncognitive approach has given hope to all ages with improvements in their quality of life. BEACON also offers Speech-Language Pathology, OT, and life coaching. See ad, page 47.

LEARNING RX

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

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

Your one-stop wellness center for chiropractic, therapeutic massage, and acupuncture services. Mention our ad and receive $10 off any service or 2 for 1 pricing on community acupuncture. Try us out; you’ll be glad you did! See ad, page 48.

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cHildren’s wellness DR. CYNTHIA HORNER CHIROPRACTOR

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

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

Nina Kennedy, DC and Carrie Nicholas, DC 140 Sage Creek Way 864-848-0640•Greer www.EnhancedLivingChiro.com

We use a variety of unique treatments like Sacro-Occipital Technique (www.SORSI.com) to balance the body’s nervous system, exercise rehab to maintain that balance, and functional medicine to jump start sluggish systems. Free consultations and gentle care for your entire family. See ad, page 15.

FRANZ FAMILY SPINAL CARE

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

A health and wellness center focusing on providing the NUCCA procedure for the whole family. Longterm relief with none of the cracking or popping; all adjustments done by hand. The only NUCCA practitioners in the Upstate. Also provides whole food supplementation, nutritional testing, weight loss programs, and more. See ad, page 62.

MARONE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. John Marone 647 S.E. Main St. 864-963-9304•Simpsonville www.MaroneWellness.com

cHiroPrActor BOURG CHIROPRACTIC

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

Traditional, modern and holistic care for your family or injury. Serving generations of local families since 1994. Adjusting, exercise, allergy testing and desensitization, and other therapy programs. See ad, page 17.

Serving the Upstate since 1983. Exceptional results! We offer state-of-the-art gentle techniques and therapies. NA Mag Reader Special - consultation, exam and scans for $50. See ad, page 53.

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WICKISER FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

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

Focusing on quality chiropractic care for the entire family. We also provide nutritional counseling, muscle and soft tissue rehabilitation, and Exercise With Oxygen Therapy (EWOT). See ad, page 18.

COACHING LIFE COACHING INSTITUTE

Dianne Greyerbiehl and Certified Coaches 25 Woods Lake Rd. Ste. 207 864-282-8989•Greenville www.LifeCoachingInstitute.net

Coaching creates easy, positive, powerful change from the inside out using proven tools and methods. Our certified life coaches help you discover the power to manage change in your life. See ad, page 49.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY BRIDGE TO WELLNESS, LLC

607 NE Main St. 864-963-4466•Simpsonville www.YourBridge2Wellness.com

Angela Toplovich, certified colon hydrotherapist offers detox services that include ionic footbath, thermotherapy (Bio Mat), and ear-candling. Lighten your toxic load! See ad, page 10.

COMPANION/SENIOR CARE

PHARMACY INNOVATIONS Travis Oliver, PharmD, RPH 620 Congaree Rd. Ste. F 864-241-0477•Greenville

We help solve problems for patients and practitioners with custom medications for individualized care. We provide for the entire family, pets are some of our favorite patients as well! See ad, page 49.

SKRIP SHOPPE

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

We compound (create) individualized medicines for your unique needs, perfectly suited to your body. We also offer natural medicines, vitamins and herbs. Locally owned and operated since 1982. Visit our website for a 10% off coupon. See ad, page 39.

COUNSELING SERVICES AN INNER VIEW

Counseling Services, LLC Christine Dowling, MSW, LISW-CP 3113 Hwy. 153 420-9260•Piedmont

A psychotherapy practice that integrates mind, body and insight-oriented approaches to address issues such as anxiety, depression, chronic pain, past trauma, and relationship conflicts. See ad, page 18.

STILL WIND MINISTRIES

111 Lovett Dr. 864-234-1150•Greenville JMassey@StillWindMinistries.org

Students in grades seven through twelve benefit from our cuttingedge after school program. Research based methods assist ADD/ ADHD students in developing valuable academic skills for learning opportunities that may have once seemed out of reach. See ad, page 7.

UPSTATE HEALTHCARE SERVICES

4472 Liberty Hwy. 864-209-8245•Anderson www.UpstateHealthCareServices.com

No need to lose time away from work and daily life: we are here for you. Let us use our comprehensive resource center to find the best plan for you and the aging person in your life, now or in the future. See ad, page 33.

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

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

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 41.

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Let’s work together to get to the ROOT of the issues that are holding you back from being your best self! See ad, page 17.

DENTISTRY PALMER DISTINCTIVE DENTISTRY

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

We practice biological dentistry and adhere to the highest standards of biocompatible dentistry as defined by the (IAOMT) International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. One-visit-crowns, Laser-Assisted Periodontal Therapy, Ozone Therapy, fluoride-free office; amalgam-safe since 1995. See ad, page 55.

FACIALS/SKINCARE

EVERYDAY GLAMOUR GIRL SKIN CARE CLINIC, INC

5C Owens Lane 864-252-4212•Mauldin www.EverydayGlamourGirl.com

We specialize in Glamourous Skin Tightening, nonsurgical face and body lift that reclaims the natural contours of your face and body, all for less than 1% of the median cost of traditional plastic surgery. See ad, page 19.

GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

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

Lindsey brings her interest in organic products and passion for educating clients on proper skincare practicesto the GNHC team. Offerings include facials, body treatments, paraffin hand dip and face mask, and lip and eye treatments. New GNHC clients: Mention this ad, and your 1st Signature Facial is only $38! See ad, page 35.

FENG SHUI/ INTERIOR REDESIGN FINE REDESIGNS

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

Have a beautiful home or office without spending a lot! Using your existing furniture, artwork and accessories, I can create a harmonious space through the art of Interior Redesign and Feng Shui. See ad, page 33.

KELLY S. JONES, LLC Kelly S. Jones Feng Shui Consultant 828-281-0888 www.KellySJones.net

Let Kelly redesign your home to it’s highest potential. Having trained with five Chinese Masters, Kelly seamlessly integrates the ancient wisdom of Feng Shui into your home or business.

HAIR SALON/SPA ALL NATURAL HEALTH & BEAUTY CENTER

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

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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. See ad, page 13.

Take charge of your health with our comprehensive weight loss program. We offer wellness programs to detect early warning signs and avoid health problems including natural hormone replacement therapy. See ad, page 54.

3620 Pelham Rd. 864-527-4220•Greenville www.EarthFare.com

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MASSAGE/BODYWORK EQUILIBRIUM ZEN GYM

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

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

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

1740 Woodruff Rd. 864-458-9288•Greenville www.OnCallMedicalHS.com

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

Intuitive massage, massage cupping, face lifting and drainage with micro-cups. Cranial Touch, ionic foot detox, and paraffin wax. Manage your stress and pain, as well as rejuvenate your body with my services. See ad, page 51.

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NANCY LEE’S HAIR ART

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

More than hair care. Natural/ organic/ammonia-free color and products. Formaldehyde-free keratin treatments. Aromatherapy consultations and personalized products. ION footbath detox. See ad, page 12.

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

GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Vitamins and women’s products, goat’s milk and cheeses, raw juice and smoothie bar, Sami’s wheat/gluten-free products, Webb’s chicken sausages, Screamin’ Good Products, monthly healthy living classes. See ad, page 8.

Anna Kramareva, LMT # 6155 1901 Laurens Rd. Ste. E 864-370-11140•Greenville www.GreenvilleNaturalHealth.com

Suffer from pain? Massage is a proven treatment to help reduce the effects of chronic pain, such as low-back pain. Enjoy a Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, aromatherapy, sports, prenatal or dry brush massage. New GNHC clients: Mention this ad, and your 1st massage is only $35! See ad, page 35.

WHOLE FOODS MARKET OXYGEN HAIR STUDIO

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

Chicago and European trained. Certified master colorist. Hair design, hair care, and creative consultation specialist. Natural, organic, and European hair products available. Open Tuesday thru Saturday. Credit cards accepted. See ad, page 52.

HEALTH FOOD STORES ALL NATURAL HEALTH & BEAUTY CENTER

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

We offer health/wellness programs and natural products that are effective. We also carry many namebrand vitamins and supplements at affordable prices. Exclusively, we offer Oxy-Ionic Water, an alkaline ionized water that supports wellness in many specific ways. Free consultations. See ad, page 15.

1140 Woodruff Rd. 864-335-2300•Greenville

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

GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Crystal Triplett, LMT #7754 1901 Laurens Rd. 864-370-1140•Greenville www.GreenvilleNaturalHealth.com

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Looking for better overall health? Massage is a proven preventative modality that helps promote greater health and wellbeing. Enjoy a Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, aromatherapy, sports, prenatal or dry brush massage. New GNHC clients: Mention this ad, and your 1st massage is only $35! See ad, page 35.

Advanced medical testing at a fraction of the traditional cost. No insurance, No problem. No appointment necessary. Wellness testing, DNA Paternity, HRT, Allergy, Cancer, Micronutrient, HIV/ STD, plus 8,000 more. See ad, page 24.

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GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Natasha Compton, LMT #7575 1901 Laurens Rd. 864-370-1140•Greenville www.GreenvilleNaturalHealth.com

Feeling stressed? Massage is relaxing and rejuvenating and can also help with certain health conditions. Enjoy a Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, aromatherapy, sports, prenatal or dry brush massage. New GNHC clients: Mention this ad, and your 1st massage is only $35! See ad, page 35.

MIND, BODY & SPIRIT MASSAGE THERAPY

Kellyann Battista, LMBT #6131 7 Brendan Way 864-356-5901•Greenville

VBS PHYSICAL THERAPISTS, INC. Chris Nicholas, PT, DPT, OCS, DAAPM (Primary Contact) 864-277-2747•Greenville

Serving the Upstate since 1966 with 11 locations. Our therapists provide current, researched, individualized care to achieve optimal physical performance and quality of life. All insurances accepted. See ad, page 45.

REIKI-HEALING TOUCH

SYNCHRONICITY, LLC

Wendy Van Duyne, RM BCIH 528 Howell Rd. Ste. 20 864-534-5718•Greenville www.SynchronicityHeals.com

Achieve wholeness of mind, body and spirit through Reiki and an integrative natural approach to wellness. Relax, rejuvenate and revive! See ad, page 15.

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Looking to release muscle tightness? Stressed out or anxious? Stress doesn’t go away; it accumulates. Relief is just a phone call away. Your first one-hour session is only $45. See ad, page 52.

MENTAL FITNESS QUICKWITZ

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

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

PET SUPPLIES EARTHWISE PET SUPPLY 2700 Woodruff Rd. Suite J 864-631-1945• Simpsonville www.EarthWisePet.com

TORTILLA MARIA 115 Pelham Rd.

864-271-0742•Greenville www.TortillaMaria.com

Organic food, the way nature intended. Fresh from the earth, wholesome and beautifully prepared entrees. Plenty of yummy, gluten-free and raw food options. See ad, page 18.

TAI CHI/QIGONG QI WORKS STUDIO, LLC

Dr. Mary Powers, Instructor 404 N. Pleasantburg Dr. 864-991-8511•Greenville www.QiWorksStudio.com

Rebuild your body’s balance, flexibility, strength, memory and health with Tai Chi and Qigong exercises. Classes in Qigong, Tai Chi 24, and for arthritis. Natural self-healing exercises. See ad, page 29.

THERMOGRAPHY

PHYSICAL THERAPY THERAPEUTIC SOLUTIONS, INC.

Healing bodies and minds through unique one-on-one treatment of chronic pain, myofascial pain syndrome and fibromyalgia- where quality matters over quantity. See ad, page 27.

Michelle Fagan 900 E. Rutherford St. 864-457-2045•Landrum

Thermography is an FDA approved, non-invasive breast screening with no radiation and no breast compression! It can help to detect very early physiological changes in your body. See ad, page 53.

VETERINARY CARE ALL ABOUT PETS

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

Over 30 years experience offering holistic and conventional veterinary medicine, homeopathy, Chinese herbals, orthopedic manipulation, prolotherapy, laser and stem cell therapy and pet boarding too. See ad, page 36.

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All natural pet food, supplies and Groom-nSpa services. Enhancing the lives of pets and their owners through proper education, superior customer service, all natural products and green business practices. See ad, inside front cover.

Swati Kulkarni, PT 864-905-2656•Greenville 864-587-6498•Spartanburg www.SwatiTherapy.com

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

Thermograms are viable for all ages, hisCOR OR E Medical Thermography tories, and even for �- Full Body  - Breast� women with breast implants. As part of a multimodal approach, 95% of cancers are detected early. See ad, page 50.

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

We believe that pets are family and offer them loving care. Providing all your pet’s needs in every stage of life, in a comfortable, safe environment - their own home. See ad, page 41.

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

Formulated natural health supplements intended for pain control, urinary health, preventive illness, virility, stress relief, weight control and other common conditions. See ad, page 9.

CUSTOM-MED PHARMACY

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

Vitamins and supplements compounded on-site. Professional grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Specializing in bio-identical hormone replacement and custom thyroid medication. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 41.

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GARNER’S NATURAL LIFE

27 S. Pleasantburg Dr. 864-242-4856•Greenville www.GarnersNaturalLife.com

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

WEIGHT LOSS MARONE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. John Marone 647 S.E. Main St. 864-963-9304•Simpsonville www.MaroneWellness.com

ChiroThin, doctor-supervised weight loss with homeopathic. Three years experience working with weight loss, 20+ years providing nutrition and chiropractic care. See ad, page 17.

WHOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTER CAROLINA HEALTH INNOVATIONS

1 Creekview Ct. Ste. B 864-331-2522•Greenville www.CarolinaHealthInnovations.com

EQUILIBRIUM ZEN GYM

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

Bring balance to your life with the following services: acupuncture, acutapping, cranial touch. massage, foot detox, medical Qigong, nutritional counseling, reflexology, paraffin wax treatment, and Reiki. See ad, page 51.

WHOLE BODY VIBRATION GOGA STUDIOS GREENVILLE

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Shake your way to better health. Low impact, kind to joints, suited for all ages, including seniors. Get On, Get Active and try the easiest 10 minute workout you’ll ever do! See ad, page 3.

STUDIO REJUVENATE, LLC 300 JOHN ST. #3A 864-879-4004•Greer StudioRejuvenate.com

We strive to appeal to each and every one of your senses with a variety of services including massage therapy, reflexology, hypnotherapy, Chios, intuitive, and spiritual counseling. See ad, page 52.

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WOMEN’S HEALTH CUSTOM-MED PHARMACY

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

Thyroid, perimenopausal or menopausal issues? We specialize in custom compounding including bio-identical hormone replacement, and custom thyroid medication. Serving the community since 2006. We are your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 41.

YOGA/PILATES IT’S YOGA! STUDIO™ INC.

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

Check our website for events, classes, retreats and workshops. Call for personal trainer sessions, therapeutic yoga, teacher training, life coaching and nutrition. Yoga Alliance School. See ad, page 42.

YOGANIZE™ LLC.

Karen Noonan, E-RYT, IAYT, RYS 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd. 864-325-6053•Greer www.Yoganize.com

Be inspired by our warm and inviting atmosphere. We offer classes and services such as sunrise classes, classes for therapeutics/seniors, workshops, meditation and massage therapy. Series of 10 classes for $85. Class schedule available online. See ad, page 43.

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