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New Store Hours Starting July 19th Mon. Wed. Fri. – 10am to 6pm Tue. Thur. Sat. – 10am to 4pm

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5 newsbriefs

10 healthbriefs 19 consciouseating

12 FIVE AFFORDABLE VACATIONS THAT GIVE BACK

by Heather Boerner

30 naturalpet

14 LOCAVORE NATION

12 greenliving

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33 inspiration 34 community spotlight

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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.

38 calendarof events

Savor the Reign of Regional Foods

by Judith Fertig

19 BACKYARD

GARDENING How to Get a Lot

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From Your Plot

42 community resource guide

24 Homegrown

46 classifieds

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30 TACKLING TICKS

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33 AMERICA’S

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POWER COLORS What Our Flag Says About Us

by Tori Hartman

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HEALTH Helping Others Help Themselves

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hile sharing a lovingly prepared meal with neighbors last month, the dinner conversation turned to healthy food consumption and both families’ never-ending quest to eat the healthiest and most affordable way we can. This question was raised, “How can some people live long lives in spite of the fact that they have consumed anything they wanted all their lives.

Why shouldn’t we just eat, drink and be merry?”

One could probably argue genetics on that phenomenon, but we didn’t take the conversation too far. Let’s face it; discussing food preferences at the dinner table can be as taboo as debating religion and politics. Personal food choices for many are connected to spiritual practices and our food industry has become quite political.

So what can we do? Eat well, drink lots of good clean water, and experience joy. Feeling good about our choices and enjoying our food contributes to the nourishment we receive from it. Our wellness, whether we are male or female, depends on balance which we create with our beliefs, preferences, and choices.

Our Natural Foods’ theme this month can be very helpful with many of these choices. Locavore Nation on page 14 will help you get closer to the source so you can eat more nutrient-packed foods. Eating local is not only smart for your body, it’s smart for your wallet too. If you’re into getting your hands dirty, Backyard Gardening on page 19 can coax that “green thumb” out of you.

I have known for a long time that following an alkaline diet vs. an acidic diet is a program where “dis-ease” can’t thrive, and as stressful as this year has been for me and my family, I allowed my knowledge (and diet) to take a back seat to more looming ever-present objectives.

After experiencing some unpleasant symptoms, I visited some of our wonderful practitioners in the Upstate, and with their guidance, I have been following an alkaline (mostly raw) program for the past few months. It has made a huge difference in so many areas of not only my life, but my family’s too.

It is a gift when your body responds to what you are consciously striving for daily - feeling better and healthier each day. Living a more alkaline lifestyle gave me the slice of inspiration I needed to make one more move toward a healthier me, and a healthier family. A baby step in the right direction is what so many of us need; a small step with encouragement and support along the way.

Whatever your path to wellness – welcome change, and welcome health.

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newsbriefs Live Oaks Farm Store Celebrates First Year Anniversary with Grand Re-Opening

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ive Oaks Farm Store in Woodruff will be celebrating its first year anniversary and recent storefront expansion with a Grand Re-Opening on July 17. Guests are welcome to enjoy free trolley rides and bread samples, and to experience the innerworkings of a sustainable farm during the familyfriendly Grand Re-Opening event. The farm boasts several local farm and animal welfare certifications, and provides a wealth of home-grown produce, homemade food items, fresh meat and dairy, and much more.

Live Oaks Farm is located at 230 Sam Davis Rd, in Woodruff, with extended hours beginning July 19. For more information, call 864-991-9839 or visit LiveOakFarmsLLC.com. See ad, page 2.

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Aviation-Themed Cafe to Open at Greenville Downtown Airport

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unway Cafe will open at Greenville Downtown Airport in July. Customers will enjoy a menu of healthy dining options including reduced fat meats, healthier condiment replacements, reduced sodium choices, fresh ingredients, and beer and wine, all while experiencing a unique aviation-themed atmosphere. Outside dining, private rooms, and an event hangar will be available in addition to the main dining room. Pilots will be able to park their aircraft directly outside of the restaurant and have Internet access in the pilot’s lounge. Airplanes and helicopters can be seen coming and going from the runways, making the cafe a special treat for children and aviation enthusiasts.

Mike Bliss, managing partner of Runway Cafe, brings over 16 years of food and beverage experience to the table. Bliss has worked with the Palmetto Bean Company and the Open Book.

Runway Cafe is located at 21 Airport Rd. Extension, Greenville. For more information, call 864-634-1380 or email RunwayCafeGMU@gmail.com.

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Bistro Serves Up Charity Opportunities

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ullen’s Seasonal Bistro in Greenville will be donating 10% of proceeds from dinner checks on certain Tuesdays of the month to various non-profits or local chapters. In June, 10% of guest checks benefited two organizations helping birds affected by the oil spill in the Gulf, and on “Name Your Charity” nights, donations were made to eight separate organizations. Customers are invited to enjoy a meal made with fresh, local ingredients while directly contributing to institutions’ sustaining efforts on behalf of children, the arts, the environment, and the community.

Located at 1860 Woodruff Rd., Suite C, Cullen’s Seasonal Bistro proudly serves the freshest, local, and seasonal food available in order to offer great tasting menu options while supporting our local economy. The Bistro invites patrons to call the restaurant or send a Friend Request via Facebook to find out which Tuesdays will benefit a charity.

For more information contact 864-915-5522 or visit CullensBistro.com.

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newsbriefs Launch of Itty Bitty Bites™ Aims to Eliminate Childhood Obesity

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arth Fare, the healthy supermarket, is responding to the childhood obesity epidemic with the introduction of Itty Bitty Bites, a fun, educational program that inspires kids to make healthy lifestyle choices.

Through heroes and villains, trading cards, a comic book series and activity sheets, kids learn about good versus bad ingredients and the importance of their food choices.

The program will also feature the Itty Bitty Bites Kid’s Healthy Meal™. This meal empowers kids to make their own healthy choices by selecting from a combination of cold/hot entrees, fresh sides, snacks and drinks for only $3.99.

Earth Fare guarantees that each meal will include balance, variety, taste, value and fun! Included in each meal is a pack of 3 trading cards that feature a hero, villain or location and a collectible sticker.

Earth Fare knows that tackling access and affordability are keys to fighting childhood obesity. That’s why every Thursday, from 4-8 pm, Earth Fare will host Family Dinner Night where kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult meal valued at $5 or more.

“With the introduction of this program, we will provide easy access to healthy meal alternatives that are fun, affordable and educational,” says, Jack Murphy, CEO of Earth Fare. “Childhood obesity is an epidemic in the nation. With one in three children classified as either obese or overweight, Earth Fare is dedicated to doing its part to eliminate childhood obesity.”

Earth Fare is located at 3620 Pelham Rd, in Greenville. For more information, call 864-527-4220 or visit EarthFare.com.

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Spartanburg Fine Art Gallery to Host Photography Invitational

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arolina Gallery, a fine art museum located at Spartanburg’s Morgan Square, is sponsoring a Photography Invitational Exhibition July 15 – August 4, featuring the work of over 100 artists.

The exhibitors are traveling from South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia to participate in the competition. Patrons are invited to view diverse approaches, styles, media, and subject matter during the exhibition. The Opening Reception, on July 15, will provide viewers the opportunity to discuss the work with presenting artists, as well as to explore the gamut of media and expression available to contemporary photographers. Awards will be presented during the Opening Reception.

Carolina Gallery specializes in the sale of fine art originals, reproductions, and custom framing to collectors, interior designers, architects and other professionals, and has long been known as one of the premier fine art Giclée printers in the country.

Carolina Gallery is located at 145 W. Main St, in downtown Spartanburg. For more information call 864-585-3335 or visit CarolinaGalleryArt.com.

Thai Cuisine Restaurant Expands to Simpsonville

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fter having a successful restaurant business in Duncan for over five years, Thai Cuisine owners Ae and Dang Chantas were searching to grow their business. “All roads kept leading us to Simpsonville, so we decided that’s where we needed to be,” says Ae Chantas.

The Simpsonville location has been open for six months and offers a regular menu, lunch and dinner specials, as well as vegetarian options. For the month of July, they are offering 10% off any entrée at the Simpsonville (dine-in only) location.

Thai Cuisine – Simpsonville is located at 128 S. Main St. For more information call 864-967-3400. Thai Cuisine – Duncan is located at 1580 E. Main St. and can be contacted at 864-486-0226. Visit ThaiCuisineUSA.com. See Healthy Eating Page 23.

Grand Opening with Open House Cookout

Chemical-Free Hair Straightening

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ll Natural Health and Beauty Center in Simpsonville has added chemical-free hair straightening to its cosmetology services. The Keratin Protein based system gently straightens and restores all hair types, regardless of ethnicity, while protecting the hair’s fragile genetic structure. The treatment is safe for chemically-treated hair that has been highlighted, colored, permed, relaxed, etc. and will last approximately three to five months.

The process is performed by Alice Caston, Resident Cosmetologist, who has over 20 years of experience in healthy hair and scalp care. Caston’s expertise is in cosmetology education and training, multicultural hair care, facials, hair color, waxing and Mary Kay Cosmetics. “Your hair will be straight, more manageable, easy to style, and frizz free,” exclaims Caston.

All Natural Health and Beauty Center provides an array of natural beauty and wellness supplies and services.

All Natural Health & Beauty Center is located at 101 College St, in Simpsonville.

For more information, call 864-963-2882 or visit NaturalFarmacy.net. See ad, page 34.

Skin Plumping Oxygen Added to Facials

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Chiropractor in Greer Celebrates

dvanced Theraputic Massage on Main Street in Spartanburg now offers oxygen treatments in conjunction with their substantial facials menu. The oxygen treatment, provided by Nury Chaves, Licensed Esthetician, is infused with various botanicals custom blended for the client’s skin needs.

When Chaves and the client have discussed which combination of the 10 serums will be most beneficial, a nebulizer is used to deliver the botanical-infused oxygen directly onto the client’s skin. The oxygen creates a plumping effect, lasting up to several days, making the process a welcomed addition to the popular European facial for special occasions, as well as for everyday luxury.

Oxygen facials have gained popularity with the endorsement of celebrities like Madonna.

Judy Pope, LMT, owner of Advanced Theraputic Massage, was an Emergency nurse for eight years before becoming a massage therapist. Pope has been in business in downtown Spartanburg for eleven years. She and her staff practice an array of wellness and beauty services, such as massage therapy, esthetics, detox foot baths, and body wraps. Advanced Therapeutic Massage was the first in Spartanburg to integrate the cupping method into their facial packages; the team strives to provide their clients with the most advanced services available.

For more information, call 864-585-8266 or visit HurtGood.com.

r. Arlene Welch, DC will be hosting an Open House family cookout to celebrate the grand opening of Chiropractic Health and Wellness Services in Greer on July 17 starting at 12:00pm. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the doctor, tour the practice, learn about services offered, play games, enjoy good food, and discover more about how chiropractic can enhance quality of life.

Dr. Welch practices a variety of techniques for all ages and conditions. Her mission is to enhance the health and well-being of the community and to increase quality of life for her patients through education and service. Her practice will also feature Body and Soul wellness activities including knitting classes, book discussions, and weekly health topic talks.

“We want to offer convenient, affordable care and believe neither time nor cost should stand in the way of healing” says Dr. Welch, who graduated from Logan College of Chiropractic in Missouri in 1996 and has been living in Greer since 2004. She is also a Professor of Clinical Sciences at the Chiropractic College in Spartanburg where she was awarded Faculty Doctor of the quarter and honored for her research in the field.

Chiropractic Health and Wellness is located at Absolute Wellness, 122 Memorial Dr, in Greer.

For more information, call 864-9061633 or visit AHealingExperience. com.

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newsbriefs Health Studio Opens in Historic Downtown Spartanburg

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ew to Spartanburg’s Historic Downtown is Hub City Health Studio, a progressive chiropractic practice owned and operated by Dr. Erik Beauvais, DC. The urban-organic facility features a modern vibe and relaxed energy. A variety of affordable sessions and packages are available to suit each patient’s individual needs, including one-time walk-ins or by appointment, chiropractic adjustments with massage therapy, as well as monthly rates. A store area offers patients whole food nutritional supplements for purchase. X-rays are not required for a full chiropractic adjustment and walk-ins are welcome.

One of Doctor Erik’s main goals for Hub City Health Studio is making lowcost, quality, natural health care easily accessible, thereby making holistic health more attainable. “My goal is to get people more focused on health and wellness and get their focus off of sickness and disease. We are firm believers in the notion that health breeds creativity and innovation,” states Doctor Erik, who is a Spartanburg native and graduate of Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic in Boiling Springs.

Hub City Health Studio is located at 115 West Main Street and is open Monday through Saturday with convenient hours. For more information call 864-5830300 or visit HubCityHealth.net.

New Café Offers Heart Healthy Breakfast in Downtown Greer

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llen’s Café on Trade will be offering a healthy start to your day. Ellen’s Delicatessen owner, Ellen Roberson, has expanded to a new location in downtown Greer and opened her doors June 14th.

With a passion for providing heart healthy food to the community, this local restaurant owner will be serving up heart conscious meals and catering to those with special dietary needs. “I listen to what the research suggests, and they say oatmeal lowers our cholesterol, eat more fruits and vegetables and we need to cut out the preservatives,” exclaims Roberson.

Walking the talk, Roberson has added an oatmeal bar to her menu, featuring Dr. Oz’s Steel Cut Oats with a variety of fresh toppings and yogurt smoothies made with fresh fruit and honey from local farmers. The morning paper and fresh, old fashioned percolated coffee will be on hand. Many items such as the fresh triple berry jam and seasoned cream cheese are made weekly on location. Especially created for the diabetic, Roberson has created sugar-free cupcakes, which will be served on her “Bake It Pretty” cart. All meat is freshly roasted, never using preservatives or nitrites, and her garden at home provides both restaurants with fresh herbs and vegetables.

Ellen’s Café on Trade is located inside Chelsea’s Place at 224 Trade St. in Greer and is open Monday-Friday 8am-2pm, and for dinner Thursday & Fridays from 5-9pm. For more information, call 864-877-1227. See Healthy Eating Page 23.

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Eatery Hosts Diabetic Baking Demonstration

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other-daughter team Marlen Kuszmaul and Stephanie Morgan, owners of Rose Cottage and Gardens on Spartanburg’s Westside, have added a Diabetic Baking Demonstration Luncheon to their agenda for August 4th at 12pm. Head chef, Kuszmaul, will perform a live demonstration of two diabetic-safe desserts while patrons enjoy a diabetic-friendly buffet lunch with dessert. Participants will meet at the intimate Rose Cottage restaurant, where they are welcome to tour the gardens and nature watch or relax around the lush property. The cost to participate will be $16, inclusive of tax and gratuity.

Rose Cottage has been one of Spartanburg’s most charming venues for over a decade. The cottage, built in 1932, is surrounded by forest and has several unique features, making it a pleasant spot to retreat from the hustle-bustle of Spartanburg’s industry. New owners Kuszmaul and Morgan enjoy using fresh ingredients including home-grown tomatoes, and are always happy to accommodate the special dietary needs of their customers and event receptions held at the restaurant. “My daughter and I are trying to eat healthier and we enjoy passing the benefits along to our customers,” says Kuszmaul.

Rose Cottage is located at 8881 Warren H. Abernathy Hwy., in Spartanburg. For more information, call 864595-1077 or visit RoseCottageGardens. com.

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Why Mangos are Good for Us

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ncluding mangos in summer fruit salads adds both delicious sweetness and health benefits. A new study by Texas AgriLife Research food scientists examined five mango varieties most common in the United States: Ataulfo, Francine, Haden, Kent and Tommy Atkins, and found that the tropical fruit has anti-cancer properties.

When exposed to a variety of cancer cells in the laboratory, mango turned out to be especially effective against certain breast and colon cancers. The researchers attribute the cancer-fighting properties to the fruit’s polyphenolics, a class of bioactive compounds responsible for preventing or stopping cancer cells.

As one might expect with an all natural anti-cancer agent, normal cells were not affected by the mango, which targeted only cells that had gone bad, by interrupting their mutated division cycles.

Source: Texas A&M AgriLive Communications, 2010

Vitamin D Makes News

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itamin D is one of the few vitamins our body can produce itself when bare skin is exposed to ultraviolet B light. But this sunshine vitamin that is known to influence the immune system seems to be in short supply, and mounting studies point to serious health risks that can result from a vitamin D deficiency.

According to researchers at National Jewish Health, a leading respiratory hospital, low levels of vitamin D have been associated with decreased lung function and greater use of medications in children with asthma, as well as increased occurrence of a common vaginal infection in women of childbearing age.

Now, a new study led by Boston University School of Public Health suggests that women living in northern states are more likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis, suggesting a link between the autoimmune disease and vitamin D deficiency. Meanwhile, research at the University of Warwick Medical School has shown that middleaged and elderly people with high levels of vitamin D could reduce their chances of developing heart disease or diabetes by 43 percent.

To ensure that our body produces enough vitamin D to keep us healthy, experts suggest that we expose ourselves to 15 to 18 minutes of sunshine daily.

Eating foods that contain small amounts of vitamin D, such as fish, mushrooms, eggs and dairy products, also helps to keep our vitamin D levels up.

Contributing sources: Medscape.com and nih.gov

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A Perspective on Soy

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ith many new soy foods on the market today, from nuts and beans to energy bars and powdered drinks, choosing those that are most healthful can be confusing. Soy has received mixed reviews, even though it has been eaten in Asia for hundreds of generations without reported adverse effects and is a staple in vegetarian kitchens worldwide. In its natural state, the soybean has proved to be high in nutritional value as a non-animal source of essential amino acids, qualifying it as the only complete plant protein.

The controversy centers on 20thcentury isolation of the soybean’s beneficial compounds, isoflavones, that in their natural state have been found to protect against breast, prostate and colon cancers, menopausal symptoms, heart disease and osteoporosis. Rather than use the whole food, the manufactured food industry instead has added these compounds in isolated form to various products.

Concerns arise because the isolated plant compounds act differently in the body when they lack the supporting vitamins, minerals and plant substances present in natural whole soy. Also, their amount and concentration in manufactured foods tend to exceed what is present in whole soy foods.

To avoid the risk of overexposure to isolated soy compounds and still reap soy’s many health benefits, look for organic, non-GMO (genetically modified organism) whole soy products. Examples include tofu, tempeh, edamame and whole canned or frozen soy beans, as well as products produced from whole soy, such as soy flour, soy milk, miso and soy sauces like tamari or shoyu.

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onstick cookware, popular because it’s convenient to use and clean, also emits toxic fumes when overheated. Tests commissioned by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) have shown that in just two to five minutes on a conventional stovetop, cookware coated with Teflon and other nonstick surfaces can exceed temperatures at which the coating breaks apart and emits toxic particles and gases. They posit that the same holds true for ovenware. At the same time, the researchers report that ingesting inert particles that have come off scratched cookware isn’t a hazard.

EWG’s recommended alternatives are stainless steel and cast iron cookware.

However, for families stuck with nonstick pots and pans, the group offers the following tips: Never preheat nonstick cookware empty or at high heat and make sure to cook food at the lowest possible temperature possible for safe cooking.

Don’t put nonstick cookware in an oven hotter than 500 degrees and use an exhaust fan. Keep pet birds out of the kitchen, because they are particularly susceptible to the fumes.

Skip Nonstick Pans

For a free downloadable Guide to PFCs (perfluorochemicals) and how to avoid them in a wide range of products, including cookware, visit ewg.org/EWGGuide-to-PFCs.

Slow Down at Mealtime The Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism reports that eating a meal too quickly reduces release of the hormones in the gut that induce feelings of being full, which can lead to overeating and weight gain.

Source: Research compiled by Monika Rice, who holds a master’s degree in holistic nutrition and is a regular contributor to Natural Awakenings. natural awakenings

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Five Affordable Vacations that

Give Back

“You get such a richer experience traveling with homestay,” observes Horowitz from his farmhouse in Hadley, Massachusetts. He advises prospective homestayers to verify the number of nights agreed upon and then pay a host for their hospitality beyond that, and also expect to spend time with your hosts in the evenings. Finally, be prepared for any kind of accommodations. “You have to be somewhat adventurous,” he says.

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Home Swap

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his year, you can cut the cost of taking a much-needed vacation while doing something good for the local community and the whole planet. Here are some ways to travel, get involved and avoid tourist traps while walking lightly on the Earth.

Homestay Shel Horowitz has been sleeping on strangers’ floors, couches and private guest suites for decades now. In the process, he’s met peace activists, ecologists and friends with whom his family still interacts. But he’s not just couch surfing; he’s homestaying, a travel option that runs the gamut from traditional foreign-exchange visits for students to the nonprofit peace outreach program Horowitz has been involved in since 1983, called Servas (Joomla.Servas.org).

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The way he sees it, he’s doing his part to spread cross-cultural understanding and making travel more affordable.

There’s the time he visited Colorado on a homestay and met a couple who gave him a private tour of their collection of Native American art.

Last year he stayed with the director of Guatemala’s National Park Service and another man active in sustainable development work in the country’s highlands.

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As a renter, San Francisco resident Melanie Jones figured home swapping wasn’t in the cards for her. But when she gave it a try, she found herself in a cozy studio in Paris’ ninth arrondissement near a train station with easy access to the city’s major attractions. “It’s a unique way to connect with people who are different from us and to put ourselves in situations to see the world through someone else’s eyes,” she says. “It’s a lot easier to do that when you’re literally eating off someone else’s dishes and sleeping in someone else’s bed.”

Although scores of home-swapping websites offer to help streamline and vet potential swaps, she chose to post her ad on Craigslist. A 20-something Frenchman responded; he wanted to visit his girlfriend who was staying in San Francisco. Jones notes that it’s important to both trust the person with whom you’re swapping and to set ground rules.

WWOOFing The World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (wwoof.org) movement matches eco-conscious urbanites with organic farms around the world. You

stay for free and receive some meals from the farmer host, repaying him by weeding, preparing soil, planting and even building fences.

It’s a way to integrate into a community, says Lucas Weiss of Brooklyn, who has taken weekend trips to the Meadowstone Farm of Tim Wennrich, in Bethlehem, New Hampshire. Staying in a farmer’s house and eating with the family gave him a taste of life he wouldn’t have experienced if he had stayed in a motel or bed and breakfast.“We got to see first-hand how much work can get done when you have four extra hands,” says Weiss.

“You really get to see the inner workings of the [agricultural] community.”

No gardening experience is required, but come prepared to work up to six hours a day, for several days. You may need to bring your own tent or sleeping bag.

Voluntourism Brooke Bailey was new to both yoga and volunteer work in 2006, but after seeing the devastation Hurricane Katrina wrought in New Orleans in 2005, she decided to do something. Bailey scheduled her yoga training sessions around days spent participating in the demolition, cleaning, painting and renewal work the city so desperately needed. It was her first volunteer sojourn, but it hasn’t been her last.

Bailey reports that the effort was life-changing for everyone involved: “I really learned about giving just to give and not expecting anything in return. I realized that even if they aren’t literally my community, even if they’re halfway

around the world, they’re still humanity.”

Find intriguing opportunities at CharityGuide.org, CrossCulturalSolutions. org, Earthwatch.org, GlobalVolunteers. org, TransitionsAbroad.com, Travelocity. com/TravelForGood, VolunteerAdven tures.com and Voluntourism.org.

Philanthrotourism Jill Gordon had been volunteering in inner-city Chicago schools teaching literacy for years when a friend invited her to a talk about a girls’ school in Afghanistan. That’s when she knew she wanted to take her volunteer work global.

First, Gordon joined the Chicago Women’s Initiative of CARE (care.org), a nonprofit organization fighting global poverty, to help organize talks and fundraisers for education programs; she saw some of that money at work later, when she visited remote areas of Peru.

A few years ago, she visited rural India, where CARE funds schools and nutrition programs, and she was allowed to feed infants their first bites of solid food in a Hindu Annaprashan (first rice-eating) ceremony.

“I don’t know if I would have gone to India, otherwise,” remarks Gordon.

“I just loved meeting the real people in India, the kids and the mothers groups.

We got to see what India’s really like.”

Many nonprofits offer these kinds of travel, from Christian groups to United Way, which has an Alternative Spring Break service program for teens (LiveUnited.org/asb). To find a program that suits your interests, ask groups that you support if they offer such trips and how they’re funded, so more of your time, treasure and talent goes to the people who need it.

Heather Boerner, a freelancer based in San Francisco, CA, is a contributing writer for Gaiam.com. Contact her at HeatherBoerner.com. natural awakenings

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LOCAVORE NATION SAVOR THE REIGN OF REGIONAL FOODS

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onsider Boston cod, Georgia peach pie, Florida’s Indian River grapefruit, wheat from Kansas, heirloom tomatoes from Colorado, Michigan sour cherries, Texas pinto beans and California wines.

While the definition of American cuisine is difficult to pinpoint, it definitely exists in regional form, say the Americans polled by the James Beard Foundation. It’s the particular tastes of the places we call home.

There’s a delicious reason why regional foods remain popular; as The Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture found, the average “fresh” food item on American dinner tables now travels 1,500 miles to get there—and often tastes like it.

Taste is All About Terroir “Place-based foods have a unique taste, related to the soil, water, air and cli14

mate of a region, as well as the ethnic or regional heritage of their producers,” advises Rachelle H. Saltzman, folklife coordinator and director of the Iowa Place-Based Foods project. She notes that regional food might be considered a result of the happy pairing of nature and nurture.

Regional foods start with terroir, a French term that refers to a peculiar combination of microclimate and geography. If we draw a circle with its center in our own backyard, the area within the circumference of the circle that encloses the same climate and geography is the general terroir.

Although terroir is in wide use in reference to wines, it also applies to any food. Terroir accounts for the differences in flavor between mild orange blossom honey from Arizona, aromatic and pear-like tupelo honey from Florida, amber-colored and medium-

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flavored clover honey from Iowa and dark and slightly sulfurous sunflower honey originating in South Dakota.

“When you eat honey that local bees make, you’re eating an easily digestible, raw food full of enzymes, pollen, vitamins, proteins and minerals from the region,” says Tony Schwager of Anthony’s Beehive, in Lawrence, Kansas. Bees forage for nectar in nearby blossoms and then do all the processing in the hive. The result is a regional food yielding more than 300 varieties across the United States.

Even Vermont maple syrup can register the flavor changes from terroir, according to Amy Trubek, assistant professor of nutrition and food sciences at The University of Vermont and author of The Taste of Place: A Cultural Journey Into Terroir. Trubek is participating in an ongoing study of the character of small-batch maple syrups.

“Like Burgundy wines or Savoie cheeses, the terroir of maple syrups matters,” she says. For example, maple syrup—a whole food made only from the sap that rises in the tree only after a long, cold winter—can taste different depending on whether the maple tree grows in areas rich in limestone (giving flavor notes of caramel, vanilla and bitter almond) or schist (where minerals yield a slightly moldy note), giving it a unique taste of place.

Wild Bounty Before European settlement here, Native American tribes were often identified—and strengthened physically and spiritually—by the regional foods they ate, whether gathered by hunting or fishing in the wild or raised themselves. Early visiting explorers and naturalists noted such delicacies as wild strawberries growing along the New Hampshire shoreline, native persimmons in Virginia and beach plums on Cape Cod.

In Early American Gardens: For Meate or Medicine, gardener and author Ann Leighton chronicles which plants were native to New England and which ones the 17th-century colonists brought or had sent from England.

The resulting cuisine evolved into a fusion of English recipes with New World ingredients.

Through many generations, regional cuisines developed along the Eastern seaboard, often featuring maple syrup, cranberries, wild blackberries, corn, pumpkins, Carolina gold rice, cod, clams, blue crab, shad and shrimp. Grafting

new and old world plants produced the happy accidents of the Bartlett pear, Concord grape and Newtown Pippin apple. What grew in these innovative gardens naturally began to grace American tables.

“Native corn became a truly American food,” observes Lenore Greenstein, a food and nutrition journalist who has taught at several U.S. universities. “The corn of the settlers, however, was not the sweet corn we know today, but the field corn used to feed livestock and make corn meal, syrup and starches. Sweet corn was unknown until 1779, yet by 1850 it had replaced field corn on American tables.”

the 1840s and those Europeans promised free land under the Homestead Acts of the 1860s brought garden seeds, favorite plants and ethnic food traditions with them, further enlarging our country’s collective eating repertoire to include sauerkraut, coleslaw, cheesecake, cinnamon rolls and potato salad.

Mennonite farmers who had emigrated from the Netherlands to Germany and then on to Russia, as their pacifist views clashed with the prevailing governments, finally left the steppes of the Ukraine for the similar terroir of the Kansas prairie in 1875. (This was

Ethnic Traditions Beyond the land itself, regional foods continue to be influenced by the transportation routes followed in early trading ventures; the ways of the English homeland were soon joined by those of African slaves.

Greenstein relates that New Orleans’ famous gumbo comes from the African ngombo, for okra, its principal ingredient.

The thick stew gets “In this wine, you can taste some of its distincthe magical place where tive flavor and smooth texture from gumbo file our children, Hailey and powder made of dried, Loren, grew up. Aromas wild sassafras leaves. of blackberries and bay In other parts of the South, a cuisine that leaves, like those that grow became known as soul along the spring-fed creek food grew up around with subtle notes of tobacco, dishes made from produce that slaves could smoke and earth, dance in grow in their own the background, derived kitchen gardens: boiled peanuts, sweet potato from the soil itself.” pie, boiled greens and ~ Janet Trefethen, of Trefethen black-eyed peas.

Immigrants from Family Vineyards, in Napa, Ireland who arrived in California, about its HaLo the New World during the potato famine of cabernet sauvignon. natural awakenings

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around the same time that cowboys were herding longhorn cattle from Texas along the Chisholm Trail to railyards in Abilene, Kansas.) The Mennonites brought bags of turkey red winter wheat seeds that helped transform the wild prairie into the cultivated “breadbasket” it is today.

In a similar fashion, Italian families coming to California brought their love of wine to a hilly region that benefited from moisture granted by the fog rolling in from the Pacific. They knew how to make the most of a climate with a spring rainy season followed by a dry summer—great conditions for growing wine grapes.

“Indian beliefs are the same and different [from one another]. For us, the sacred food is salmon; for the Plains Indians it was Good for Us Food buffalo; in the Southwest Foods naturally suited it was corn. We all see to their environment grow better, taste better food as part of our religion, and are packed with but different foods give more nutrients, reports us our strengths… if we Sustainable Table, an educational nonprofit move about from place to working to build healthy place, we become separate communities through from our sacred foods; we sustainable eating habits (SustainableTable. become weak.”

Bauer uses regional Midwestern ingredients—including organic milk from grass-fed cows, local goat cheese, foraged wild foods and organic berries— for Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. “We couldn’t believe the difference in flavor in milk from grass-fed versus grainfed cows,” she says. “It’s because grass-fed cows produce milk with more conjugated linoleic acid, a cancer-fighting compound, as well as healthful omega-3 fatty acids.” Local examples such as hers illustrate the larger truth.

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Growing and eating regional foods is equally beneficial for our communities. According to Larry West, a writer for E/The Environmental Magazine, most farmers on average receive only 20 cents of each food dollar spent on what they produce. The remaining profit gets consumed by transportation, processing, packaging, refrigeration and marketing costs when their crops travel org). When grown and far and wide. Farmers consumed locally, foods ~ Louie H. Dick, Jr. of who choose to sell their escape the degradation foods to local customers Oregon’s Umatilla tribe in see a better return on of being irradiated for longer shelf life. When “Water is a Medicine that their investment. When they come from organic Can Touch Your Heart” from neighbors choose to eat farms, they’re also grown locally, it supports local Native Heritage: Personal agriculture and encourwithout pesticides and herbicides.

Accounts by American Indians ages continued use of

Consider also that 1790 to the Present, edited by area land for farms, milk from dairy cattle keeping development in Arlene Hirschfelder raised in areas where check while preserving they can eat grass for open space. most of the year has a better flavor and

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AMERICAN REGIONAL FOODS From sea to shining sea, America’s eight large geographic regions—each with its own unique foods—give us a taste of our country.

tive persimmons, paw paws, hickory nuts, black walnuts and morel mushrooms, as well as clover and wildflower honeys.

Atlantic Coast ~ from Maine south to Florida ~ Lobster, clams, cod, scallops, bluefish in cold sea waters; cranberries in natural marshland; wild Maine blueberries; tomatoes in mineral-rich New Jersey soil; oysters, blue crab, shrimp, grouper and mackerel in warmer southern Atlantic waters; Concord grapes, Bartlett pears and Newton Pippin apples in New England and upstate New York; peanuts, pecans and peaches in the Piedmont region of Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia; Indian River grapefruit and oranges in the sunshine state of Florida.

Western Plains ~ mid-section between the Mississippi River and Rocky Mountains, including Minnesota, the Dakotas, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas ~ Beef and bison; wheat and sorghum, both for syrup and gluten-free flour; wines; honeycrisp apple and walleye pike in Minnesota; dried beans of all kinds in the Dakotas; red grapefruit, sweet onions, and wild-caught Gulf of Mexico shrimp in Texas; and wild foods like handharvested wild rice, native persimmons, paw paws, hickory nuts, black walnuts, northern pecans and morels, as well as clover, wildflower, sunflower and yaupon honeys.

Appalachian Forest ~ Vermont, New Hampshire, upstate New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia ~ From the hardscrabble, forested hills of the Appalachians: maple syrup in the north; hominy corn (turned into grits) in the south; and wild foods like ramps and cress, scuppernong grapes, sourwood and tupelo honey.

Rocky Mountains ~ Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Nevada and Utah ~ Rocky Mountain rainbow trout; quinoa, at higher altitudes; Idaho baking potato; lamb, elk and green chiles; and wild chokecherries and huckleberries.

Southern Lowlands ~ from Kentucky south to Louisiana ~ Farm-raised, sustainable catfish along the Mississippi River delta; crawfish in bayous; rice and sugar cane in tropical lowlands; shell beans and peas, leafy greens, traditional sorghum syrup, limestone lettuce and gallberry honey; and wild foods like spicebush, sassafras, cress, paw paw and native persimmon.

Eastern Plains ~ from Pennsylvania west to Illinois, north of the Ohio River, including Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin ~ Mushrooms in Pennsylvania; sour cherries and orchard fruits in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula; Wisconsin and Ohio butter, milk, cheese; Ohio sweet corn; Indiana corn and melon; Great Lakes whitefish and lake perch; and wild foods like na-

Desert Southwest ~ New Mexico, Arizona, parts of Colorado and Utah ~ Hatch and Chimayo chiles from New Mexico; blue corn, squash, avocados, prickly pear cactus; pepita and pine nuts; and gaujillo and orange blossom honeys.

Pacific Coast ~ California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Hawaii ~ Oranges, dates, artichokes and wine and table grapes in California; stone fruits (sweet cherries, plums, nectarines and apricots), pears and apples in Oregon and Washington; pineapples, coffee, macadamia nuts and Wilelaiki blossom honey in Hawaii; shellfish such as oysters, clams, mussels; Dungeness and king crab off the coasts of Oregon, Washington and Alaska; wild-caught abalone, salmon, petrale sole and halibut from California north to Alaska; wild mint honey in Oregon; and wild salmonberries, thimbleberries and beach strawberries in Oregon, Washington and Alaska. natural awakenings

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Extending the Season Farmers and gardeners in every region have ways to extend the growing season. Kitchen gardeners have used cloches (glass bells put over tender plants to ward off the cold), cold frames (south-facing raised beds protected against the cold) and greenhouses. Many organic farmers now use poly-tunnels (which function as portable greenhouses) that allow them to get crops in the ground sooner and extend the end of the season.

We can also continue to savor seasonal bounty by preserving the harvest. Farm wives and gardeners who understand the realities of feast and famine, glut and scarcity turn excess yields into what they call “value-added products.”

Cucumbers become pickles; basil mixes into pesto; tomatoes provide a base for salsa. They also freeze fresh, whole berries on cookie sheets, then move them to containers to store in the freezer. Local state agriculture extension services offer free detailed information about preserving foods.

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The best terroir of all is our own garden. A fresh-picked tomato will convert even the most dedicated supermarket shopper every time. A state agricultural extension agent or local master gardener will know what grows best in area gardens.

Consider growing heirloom varieties of fruits and vegetables for greater flavor and color. A good resource is Seed Savers Exchange (SeedSavers.org), a northern Iowa farm that acts as a collective for members who use and save thousands of varieties of seeds. Its yearbook lists member gardeners and their comments on their success with various types of plants.

extension associate at Cornell University, and his colleagues in upstate New York found that regional agriculture contributes to the local economy, provides fresh food and a secure food supply, and plays a role in preserving our rural heritage. In Goût de Terroir: Exploring the Boundaries of Specialty Agricultural Landscapes, he concludes that “Agricultural landscapes, and the regional cuisine and foodways [culinary practices] to which they contribute, offer powerful expressions of place.”

As Greenstein sums it up, “Regional food is better, however you look at it.”

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“Were it not for Lake Michigan, you couldn’t grow fruit this far north on a commercial scale. The weather fronts come in from the west over the deep lake. The lake becomes a climate modifier, giving the fruit its character.” ~ Justin Rashid, of American Spoon Foods, a grower of sour cherries, apricots and peaches in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

more information visit AlfrescoFoodAndLife style.blogspot.com.

Primary sources: Tony Schwager at AnthonysBeehive.com; Lenore Greenstein at LenoreSue@Comcast.net; Rachelle H. Saltzman at Riki.Saltzman@Iowa. gov; Duncan Hilchey at Duncan@NewLeafNet.com; Justin Rashid at SpoonFoods.com; Amy Trubek at Amy. Trubek@uvm.edu; and Jeni Britton Bauer at JenisIceCreams.com Also, Culinaria: The United States, A Culinary Discovery, edited

by Randi Danforth, Peter Feierabend and Gary Chassman; and Early American Gardens: For Meate or Medicine by Ann Leighton

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hether this is your first year growing a kitchen garden or your thumb glows green from years of use, it’s possible to quickly turn dreams of bountiful organic harvests into a reality.

Even small gardens can be surprisingly productive, sometimes yielding enough squash to feed the neighborhood. These 10 tips will help you reap top harvests of superb vegetables and herbs.

Shop from Your Garden First. After a lifetime of buying food in stores, you may need to change your shopping habits to accommodate the stream of veggies from your own produce patch. It makes sense to shop there first. When you plan meals based upon your garden’s abundance, much less overripe produce ends up as compost.

what’s ripe at least three times a week. Early morning is the best time to gather garden-fresh veggies.

Make Plenty of Pesto. A fast-growing annual herb that loves hot weather, basil will keep producing new leaves over a longer time if you harvest big bunches just as the plants develop buds and flowers (the flowers are edible, too). If you have too much basil to use right away, purée washed leaves with olive oil and lemon juice, then cover with water in ice cube trays and freeze. Store the hard cubes in freezer bags for use in making pesto during non-harvest months.

Spread on the Mulch. Everywhere but in the subtropics, rain often becomes scarce in summer, so do everything you can to keep plants supplied with consistent moisture. Tomatoes, in particular, are sensitive to changes in soil moisture that can lead to black spots on the bottoms of ripening fruits. In any climate, drip irrigation from soaker hoses on the surface makes watering easy and efficient. Covering the hoses with mulch reduces surface evaporation and discourages weeds at the same time.

Squeeze Tomatoes. In choosing your favorite tomatoes, taste them fairly by keeping them in a warm place because cool temperatures can destroy their flavor compounds. In addition to watching the vines for ripe colors, make a habit of gently squeezing tomatoes to judge their firmness, the same way you might check an avocado or peach. Heirloom varieties, in particular, are at their best just as they begin to soften, but may become mealy if you wait too long.

Harvest Often. From snap beans to zucchini, vegetables will be longer and stronger if you keep them picked. Gather

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Bet on Beans. Most vegetables are fast-growing annuals that decline after they have produced for several weeks.

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Sow More Salad. Lettuce and other salad greens often go to seed and turn bitter when hot weather comes, but a second salad season is right around the corner. Leafy greens, from arugula to tatsoi (a gorgeous Asian mustard), thrive from late summer to fall in most climates. Keep seeds left over from spring in the refrigerator and start planting them outside as soon as cooler nights arrive in late summer. In subtropical areas, start seeds indoors and set the seedlings out after the hottest months have passed.

Fortify Soil. Each time you cultivate a bed, mix in a generous helping of compost or another form of rich, organic matter. Over time, the soil will become better and better, which means ever more beautiful homegrown veggies, fresh from your own garden.

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hat we choose to put on our dinner table has the power to impact our health, our community and the planet. Locally-grown produce is more nutrient rich and keeps our hard-earned dollars here in our community. Food grown closer to home also means fewer miles between the

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farm and your table resulting in a much decreased carbon footprint. Buying locally is easier than ever for Upstate residents. Here’s how some of our neighbors are making the healthy, economically beneficial and earth-friendly choice of going local.

Growing your own fruits and vegetables can’t be beat for taste and quality. Local small gardener Candus Wester is an avid believer in the virtues of gardening. “I get to try different varieties of things, and I also know that my food is grown without chemicals and I know exactly where it comes from.” Wester often trades with other gardeners for things she doesn’t grow to increase the variety on her table. The time commitment is not as daunting as might be expected either. Wester reports that once her garden is planted she only has to spend about 10 hours per week tending to it.

For those who don’t have a large growing area or hours to dedicate to a garden, becoming a member of a community garden might be the answer. The Greenville Organic Foods Organization (GOFO) offers a community garden right in the heart of downtown Greenville. Veteran community garden member Katherine Kransteuber belonged to a garden in Vermont while attending school. “That community garden was set up very differently than GOFO.” The Vermont garden only provided space to grow. “This community garden is very much a community, if you know what I mean.” GOFO’s garden is one large plot planned by master gardeners and worked by members as a team. The harvest is distributed equally. Member Vonnie Vance is a fan. “Picking produce and eating it the same day is great…also knowing what’s in the dirt and what’s not in the dirt. You can literally

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Because of the nitrogen and phosphorous found in human solid waste residue, the sludge industry and certain government bodies overlook the toxic blend of all that goes down the drain.

That’s why a few conscientious companies like Del Monte and Heinz have long had a policy not to purchase food grown in sludge.

Sewage sludge contains antimicrobial compounds, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals and pathogens that may be absorbed by food crops, water supplies and our bodies. Currently, the Environmental Protection Agency requires testing for only nine chemical elements and two bacteria for land application of sewage sludge and no testing for residue buildup in soil. Meanwhile, studies from universities including Yale, Cornell and Johns Hopkins express concerns about the health and safety of this practice.

To protect health: Buy USDA-certified organic; ask at farm stands if they use sludge or biosolids; inquire about food and bagged fertilizer companies’ policies; and tell elected officials that citizens don’t want sewage sludge in America’s food and water supplies. For more information visit United Sludge-Free Alliance at USludgeFree.org.

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Funding Debate Slows Upgrade of School Nutrition For the past year, Slow Food USA has led a consumer campaign now exceeding 100,000 emails asking Congress to improve school nutrition.

“We cannot, in good conscience, continue to make our kids sick by feeding them cheap byproducts of an industrial food system,” states Josh Viertel, president of Slow Food USA. “It is time to give kids real food, food that tastes good, is good for them, is good for the people who grow and prepare it and is good for the planet.”

President Obama has proposed investing an additional $1 billion a year to help schools serve healthier food, but Congress is hesitating to approve the full amount. This change to the fiveyear Child Nutrition Act, now up for renewal, would add 20 cents to the $1 allocated for ingredients in each school lunch.

School nutrition directors say an additional $1 is needed to serve sufficient vegetables, fruits and whole grains, making the ultimate goal $4 billion a year. Meanwhile, the viable farm-toschool movement is seeking just $50 million of the total to link local farms with schools. Vending machines also must be subject to stronger nutrition standards.

“Kids have the most at stake here,” remarks Emily Ventura, of Slow Food Los Angeles. “This is their future, their health, their quality of life. But it’s also America’s future.”

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Crop Mobs Sustain Small Farms and Build Communities Across the country, crop mobs comprising dozens of mostly 20-something volunteers periodically gather at local sustainable small farms to donate their time to make immediate improvements. These landless farmers, apprentices, interns and the “agricurious” comprise a remarkable effective traveling work party, often assisted by experienced farmers and gardeners eager to share their know-how with the next generation. Assigned tasks might be mulching, building a greenhouse, prepping garden beds or bringing in a harvest.

“The more tedious the work we have, the better,” says Rob Jones, co-founder of the spreading movement, which originated in North Carolina’s Triangle in response to a regional surge in sustainable farming. “Because part of crop mob is about community and camaraderie, you find there’s nothing like picking rocks out of fields to bring people together.”

It’s all about building the community necessary to practice this kind of labor-intensive agriculture and to put the power to muster help into the hands of future local food producers. Any crob mobber can call a crop mob to do the kind of work it takes a community to do. Participants work together, share meals, play, talk and make music. No money is exchanged; it’s the stuff that communities are made of.

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by Dr. Mark Newkirk

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o one likes ticks (except the birds that love to eat them), but like fleas and cockroaches, ticks are a fact of life. After a winter break in the northern states, they’re back with a vengeance come warmer weather and plague parts of the south all year round.

Many species of ticks can carry disease. From the more common Lyme, Erlichia and Rocky Mountain spotted fever to tick paralysis and Anaplasmosis, these bugs are bad news. Some diseases are species specific, but some, like Lyme disease, can infect deer, dogs and humans. Cats seem to be resistant to many tick diseases like Erlichia and Rocky Mountain spotted fever; although why this is so remains largely a mystery.

Lyme Disease Dogs are 50 percent more likely to contract Lyme disease as humans. If left untreated it can cause serious, debilitating problems.

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early stages of the disease, so it’s important to have a dog tested every year and anytime the guardian suspects the dog has been exposed to ticks. The disease has been reported in every state.

The good news is that Lyme disease cannot be transmitted directly from a pet to family members. If ticks are typically found in an area, it’s wise to reduce the risk by inspecting canines and people several times a day when enjoying outdoor activities. An excellent vaccine exists for pets, although not for humans.

Ehrlichiosis The second most common infectious disease in the United States, this potentially life threatening menace is spreading, carried by several common dog ticks. The parasite attacks the blood cells, rather than the joints. Intermittent fever and lethargy (which can signal various illnesses) are the main signs. The disease can result in permanent disability or death.

While there are no proven cases of direct transmission of the Ehrlichiosis parasite from dogs to people, ticks can transmit it directly to people. A simple in-office blood test can determine if a pet has this disease; blood screening will often show a decreased platelet count.

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This illness shows similar signs and symptoms as Lyme disease in dogs. The danger is that pet owners and vets often chalk them up to a sprained ligament or twisted knee, because the pet seems better in a day or two. Keys to diagnosis include the appearance of fever, repeated symptoms or lameness that shifts between legs. Again, a disease-specific blood test is helpful.

Ticks are tough. Daily grooming and combing to search for ticks remains the best non-medical treatment. Because we have found no truly holistic alternative with the desired effect, I do advise topical tick control rub-on products like Frontline and collars like Preventic. Be aware that veterinary versions of such products are both safer and more effective than retail brands.

Risk versus benefit to health is always the rule in considering the best route to take. The best advice for an individual animal will come from the family’s holistic veterinarian.

Treatment No vaccine exists for Erlichia or Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and the decision to vaccinate for Lyme disease depends on exposure risk. At the Alternative Care Center in Margate, New Jersey, we sometimes use nosodes, a homeopathic “vaccination” in the treatment or as a preventive measure for Lyme disease. Homeopathic treatment of active or resistant Lyme disease may use Lym D (from BioActive Nutritional) and Ledum, which can also be used in combination with antibiotics.

Some holistic vets believe that such homeopathy works with the body to boost the immune system in attacking the Lyme organism. Yet the only prevention measure approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is the Lyme vaccine.

Primary treatment for all tick-borne diseases is the antibiotic doxycycline, taken as prescribed for three to four weeks. Using special tests after treatment will show if the disease is gone.

Mark D. Newkirk holds a veterinary medicines directorate degree and is the owner and director of Margate Animal Hospital and Alternative Care Center, in Margate, NJ. Phone consultations are available at 609-823-3031. For more information, visit AlternativeVet. com.

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America’s first Continental Congress likely didn’t consult a color glossary when choosing the colors for Betsy Ross to sew into the stars and stripes of our national flag. Yet her choices were uncanny at pinpointing the true message of the country for which it stands.

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hen we delve into the meaning behind red, white and blue, we learn that this distinctive combination signals a powerful message. Our national anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner, honoring Old Glory, salutes the intensity that founds the home we call America.

Red gives orders; it doesn’t take them. Red is in charge and represents the source of all power. It is related to the first chakra (also known as the root chakra, or spiritual energy center at the base of the human spine), signifying a rootedness in the physical land.

White deflects and takes nothing personally. Ironically, while white can be seen as clean and pure, it can also indicate being alone, isolated and with a seeming lack of caring that may make it appear aloof and superior. Instead, in its pure form, white simply stands as a neutral presence.

Blue is the color of the creative conformist, especially in the hue of navy blue. This blue assists if one is overly emotional or hasty in communicating, because it helps calm things down. Navy represents truth that has been well thought out before being communicated. It symbolizes trust-

worthiness and honesty and conveys calm authority. That’s why the favorite corporate color through much of the 1970s and 80s was navy.

Here, then, is how the telling combination of America’s colors plays out:

The rashness of red conveys strength and courage, while white maintains a detached authority, and blue bears the idea that we stand united in trust and truth. Together, these three colors symbolize courage, authority and freedom. The Congress of the Confederation similarly chose these same three colors for the Great Seal of the United States, noting their meaning as white to mean purity and innocence, red for valor and hardiness and blue for vigilance, perseverance and justice.

Americans have carried on with their energetic journey of freedom for themselves and the world since the day the first flag of the United States of America hung outside General George Washington’s headquarters on January 1, 1776.

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Terry Hall-Hines founded Creative Health with a mission of educating people about natural alternative therapies and helping them achieve their ideal health. With a strong emphasis on preventive health through a healthy lifestyle, Creative Health offers tools and resources to accomplish the mission. Hall-Hines has a very compelling story. In the 1980’s she was diagnosed with stage four melanoma and given six months to live. Alternative healing and a strong faith helped her persevere and live to share this knowledge and wisdom with others. As a Master Herbalist and Doctor of Naturopathy, Hall-Hines specializes in Iridology/Nutritional Counseling and supportive therapy. She is a wise and gifted practitioner with a clear vision. “I try to teach about health and nutrition at each person’s own level. Being healthy is so simple. Learn-

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At her side is a powerful group of practitioners. Joining Hall-Hines in the specialty of Iridology/Nutritional Counseling are Alison Lively, Alicia Hall and Melanie Parrish. Lively apprenticed with Hall-Hines for seven years and has a degree in Naturopathy. After experiencing allergies and asthma in her youth and treated with shots, antihistamines and decongestants without success, Lively turned to natural therapies and now enjoys vibrant health, free of symptoms. She specializes in helping

children, including premature babies, with such challenges as digestive disorders, eczema, allergies and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). Lively maintains vibrant health by staying away from certain foods, eating foods in-season, and getting exercise and rest.

She believes “You are what you eat.”

Alicia Hall apprenticed with HallHines for four years. With a degree in Naturopathy and five years experience as a practitioner, Hall offers Iridology/ Nutritional Counseling along with yoga.

A Registered Yoga Trainer, Hall incorporates yoga instruction, either as part of the consultation, or with individual instruction. She sees clients with a variety of challenges, including cancer, and degenerative diseases. Hall employs kinesiology to test what her clients need. Individualized treatment plans may include lifestyle and diet suggestions, along with herbal, vitamin and mineral supplementation. Hall stresses the importance of a healthy diet, which includes eating fresh and locally-grown food. She says, “My whole life is holistic. I encourage people to get back to the earth, get outside more and enjoy nature. That’s where we came from

Alison Lively using Kinesiology for assessing a client. and that’s where we have pretty much everything we need.”

Melanie Parrish had first-hand experience with Hall-Hines when she, her mother and sister were clients at Creative Health. Inspired with the results she saw in herself and her family, Parrish wanted to share those results with others. This desire began her education and eventual degree in Naturopathy.

“What better thing can you do for someone than to educate them and teach them to be healthy? I wanted to pass on the knowledge Terry gave to me.”

Typically, her clients include those with a variety of symptoms including depression, digestion difficulties or those want-

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ing to learn to eat right. Parrish says she “leads by example” and lives an active life. She works out five days a week, eats a healthy diet including juicing every day, drinks plenty of water, and gets adequate rest. “I’m here to keep people healthy and help them achieve their optimum health goals.”

Mickie Grist is a Licensed Esthetician who provides holistic facials using the principles of Ayurvedic skin care. With an impressive background not only as an esthetician but also as a culinary professional specializing in living foods, Grist uses these talents and skills with her clients. Grist says she believes in including body, mind and spirit in her facials. Using the ancient Indian philosophy of Ayurveda, she assesses the body type with the goal of bringing balance to the skin and body. “Everyone who comes to see me has a different facial, depending on their type.” She also uses a combination of polarity therapy, energy work, lymph drainage and Ayurvedic acupressure, depending on the client’s needs. In her own personal life, Grist eats a healthy diet, using food combining as a tool, works out twice a week, takes supplements, and takes good care of her skin. Grist believes, “It’s all about balance.”

Enter Joni Durham’s treatment room and relaxation begins. Durham is a Licensed Massage Therapist and has been at Creative Health for 10 years. With Terry Hall-Hines as her mentor, Durham says, “I love this place. I love all the people who work here. Creative Health has been a huge blessing for me.” Durham provides Swedish/Deep Tissue massage, Hot Stone Massage and a variety of other treatments. Typically, clients come to her because of stress that is causing tension and/or pain or because of pain due to accidents or serious illnesses, such as cancer. Durham includes hot stones in all her

massages. After heating and oiling the stones, instead of just placing them on the painful parts of the body and leaving them there, she massages using the stones on the client’s body. Once the tissues are warmed, she Terry Hall-Hines examining the iris. removes the stones, massages with her own hands, and then rests the stones on the client’s spine. Durham says this promotes deeper relaxation. “I like seeing the immediate results of my work. My clients usually come off the table with a big smile and feeling better.”

Bonnie Tollison, Licensed Heart Math® Provider, Certified Natural Health Professional and Registered Nurse provides Stress Management. Tollison says, “Most stress comes from some type of emotional mismanagement. The most effective way to manage stress is to manage emotions.” Teaching her clients the Heart Math® protocol, Tollison guides them through a process that helps calm the nervous and hormonal systems. She sometimes includes Bach Flower Essences and positive affirmations, depending on the client’s needs. Typically, clients come to her because they feel overwhelmed or they are stressed due to illness, depression or finances. Along with Heart Math®, Tollison teaches her clients to soak up the positive feelings that come their way. She says, “Take a deep breath and actually feel something positive. Take every opportunity to breathe in the happy moments. Appreciation is the easiest positive emotion you can feel.”

Betsy Exton, M.A. is a Certified Colon Hydrotherapist who has a broad body of knowledge. With a degree in psychology, a master’s degree in teaching and five years experience at Creative Health, Exton makes learning about good health easy.

Growing up, Exton experienced almost constant illness, as well as panic attacks. After changing her diet, which included adding raw foods, having colonics, and making changes in lifestyle, Exton experienced vibrant health and a sense of well-being.

Having had these experiences, she is mindful of the factors that interfere with good health. She believes in honoring the whole person, not just their physical symptoms. Clients come to Exton for general colon health, or for pre-colonoscopy preparation.

Some cancer patients come for post-chemotherapy colonics for removal of chemical residue. Exton helps clients with diet choices for enzyme content to support digestion and elimination. She says she drinks plenty of water except at mealtime.

Water with food will wash down the enzymes leading to poor digestion, according to Exton. As for quality of life in general, Exton says, “Honor yourself.”

Creative Health offers a complete menu of services for supporting optimum health and well-being. Terry Hall-Hines and her staff of skilled and knowledgeable professionals are available to guide and direct those interested in establishing or maintaining a healthy lifestyle in mind, body and spirit.

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Reiki Energy Share Evening – 7:30-9:30pm. Providers and recipients, all invited, to share the energy balancing experience. $10, pre-register. Bella Haven, Spartanburg. 439-0565.

Lasagna Gardening - 6:30-8:00pm. Demonstration on lasagna gardening, a no-dig, no-till, organic method of gardening. Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms B-C, 527-9293.

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Native Plant Society - 7pm. Discussion on Magnolias. Free. Founder’s Hall, Southern Wesleyan University, Central. 242-5400

Prenatal Yoga Classes - 6:15-7:30 pm. Support a natural healthy pregnancy and birth. Free. Carolina WaterBirth, 915 South St, in Simpsonville. Space is limited so you must RSVP. 329-0010. Bring water bottle and one or two pillows. Mats provided.

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THURSDAY, JULY 15

Embroidery Circle – 10-12pm. A social gathering for local embroidery lovers. Bring current projects or start a new one. Travelers Rest (Sargent) Branch.

834-3650.

Greenville InternationalAlliance for Professional Women - 11:45am-1pm. GIAFPW is a membership organization of professional women committed to furthering their professional and personal growth.

Members $13, non-members $18. RSVP required 48 hours prior. The Commerce Club, 55 Beattie Place. 244-0944.

Vegan Grilling Demo – 12-2pm. We will be outside grilling some of our favorite vegan recipes for the July 4th weekend. Free. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335–2300.

SATURDAY, JULY 3 Freedom Blast – 4-10pm. Food, drinks, inflatables for small fee. Free. Greer City Park, Greer.

SATURDAY, JULY 10 Murder by the Book; Dinner Theatre – 7pm.

A play about murder amidst a conference of the world’s great writers. Catered dinner by The Plaid Pelican. Adults $30 / Children under 12 $15. Unity Church of Greenville, 207 East Belvue Rd, Taylors.

292-6499.

Qigong Movements, for Breast Health, Weight Loss & Wellness – 10am-4pm. Jumpstart your natural healing ability with this workshop. Support energy for women’s health, relaxing energy tune up with Qigong Meridian Therapy. $50. Bring a sack lunch. Bella Haven, Spartanburg. 439-0565.

MONDAY, JULY 12 Bio-Identical Hormone Seminar – 6pm. Explore the symptoms of hormonal imbalances. It’s time to look and feel great. $10 per person/$15 for two.

markyourcalendar THURSDAY, AUGUST 4 Still Point Seminar - 10am-4pm. The inventors of the Quantum Scalar Wave laser, Paul and Lillie Weisbart, offer a complimentary seminar.

Come experience the soothing rejuvenating laser for yourself. Location in Greenville to be determined. Must RSVP, 233-3033.

Thermography Day - All day - by appt. Breast thermography, a safe, pain-free alternative for detecting breast disease & 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.

FRIDAY, JULY 16 Biometric Screening – 11am-3pm. Not sure which vitamin your body really needs? Complimentary nutritional assessment using ASYRA technology.

Free. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335–2300.

SATURDAY, JULY 17 Ceramic Birdhouse Building Workshop - 12-4pm.

Projects can be customized to any skill level. $25.

Additional visit required to glaze and finish pieces.

C.A.T’s Clayworks, 1711 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 244-0616.

Toxic Trade In - 10am-2pm. Bring in any new or used household cleaner and exchange it for a full size greener cleaner from our 365 Everyday Value line.

They are safe for people, pets, and the environment.

One toxic trade-in per family please. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335–2300.

MONDAY, JULY 19 Breast Thermography Workshop – 7-8pm.

Education about the latest approaches to early detection of breast cancer, infrared thermal imaging advancements, and statistics regarding all forms of detection. Free. Acupuncture of Greer, 106 Memorial Dr, Greer. 877-0111 or 423-6256.

TUESDAY, JULY 20 Creative Awareness - 7:30-9:30pm. Finger painting for adults. Offering insights, access, where it resides,

SATURDAY, JULY 24 Introduction to Yoga– 9-11:45am. Focus on alignment, breath, movement, and relaxation. $35. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville.

354-2882.

Raw Foods, Hands-on Food Preparation and Eating Workshop – 9am-6pm. 8 Laws of Natural Healing and the health benefits of eating raw foods. Prepare and consume the foods you make.

Bella Haven, Spartanburg. 439-0565.

Self Esteem Workshop – 10am-12pm. 2 part series.

Part two of the workshop - July 31. Free. Unity Church of Greenville, 207 East Belvue, Taylors.

292-6499.

MONDAY, JULY 26 Meet, Greet, Discuss, Share – 7:30-9:30pm. Connect with others of like mind, share ideas and questions. Can bring snacks to share. $10. Pre-Register.

Bella Haven, Spartanburg. 439-0565.

TUESDAY, JULY 27 Prenatal Yoga Classes - 6:15-7:30 pm. See Tuesday, July 13 listing for details.

Waterfalls of the Upstate - 7-8pm. Hiking opportunities in and around the many waterfalls of South Carolina. Hughes Main Library, Meeting Rooms B-C. 527-9293.

SATURDAY, JULY 31 Self Esteem Workshop – 10am-12pm. Part two of the workshop. Free. Unity Church of Greenville, 207 East Belvue, Taylors. 292-6499.

The Sugar Blues – 1-4pm. Kundalini Yoga breath and movement to address that sweet tooth. $35.

It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville.

354-2882.

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Stress Relief Day - 11am-4pm. Bask in the light of cold lasers while reducing your stress and pain.

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Hot Yoga Class-Southern Flow – 7-8:30pm. A flowing series of sun salutes, lunges, twists, balance postures, backbends, core strengthening, hip openers and inversions; accessible to all levels. $15. Southern Om. Next to Whole Foods Market.

329-1114.

Yin Yoga – 12-1pm. Yin Yoga activates and harmonizes the flow of life energy within you. Poses are held for 2-5 minutes. $10 per class. YOGAlicious, 123 Dunbar St, Spartanburg. 515-0855.

Yoganize and Yoga Therapy Classes - 8:30am; 10.30am and 6.30pm. All levels, ages and fitness levels welcome. Pricing varies. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 325-6053.

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.

587-7106 ext. 0.

Ladies’ Day – 9am-5pm. Manicure/Chair Massage offered with any service. Free. Breakaway Honda, 330 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 234-6632.

Service dept.

Community Acupuncture – 5-7pm. Miniacupuncture session in a group setting by licensed Acupuncturist. Therapy uses 4 needles to reduce stress and elicit relaxation. $20. Willow Wellness Center, 309 Jones Rd, Taylors. 578-0732.

Advanced Healthy Lifestyle Training – Evening Level I Training classes Free. ABC’s of Health, 437 North Main St., Golden Strip Shopping Center, Mauldin - across from Mauldin Post Office. 864329-0004 for current week’s class schedule.

Children’s Garden – Always open. Corner of Broad and River St, Greenville. 246-5508.

Summer Camp – Half & full day. Children learn about many different cultures, techniques and mediums. Various age groups & pricing. Creating Artists for Tomorrow, 1711 Old Spartanburg Road, Greer. 244-0616.

Working With Children – Greg Spindler, LMBT, will work with Autistic children (ages 9 & under) free of charge in between his regular clients. Carolina Structural Energetic Therapy, 107 Memorial Dr, Greer. 877-3500.

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.

Hot Yoga Class-Southern 26 – 9:30-11am. See Sunday 8:30am listing for details. Southern Om.

Hot Yoga Class-Southern 26 – 8:30-10am. A classic series of 26 postures held for 20, 30 or 60 seconds and repeated on the other side, known worldwide as hot yoga, accessible to all levels. $15. Southern Om. Next to Whole Foods Market. 329-1114.

Tai Chi 24 Forms for Beginners –10am-11:30pm.

No class July 5th. Improves muscular strength, balance, flexibility, and mental calmness. 10-wks $120.

Greenville Tech Charter High School,(students, faculty and staff receive 50% off) S. Pleasantburg Dr, Bldg #120, Greenville. 420-9839.

Zumba – 3:30-4:30pm. Latin dance rhythms and easy to follow moves which creates a dynamic fitness program. Free to members/$7per class non-members. LivN Nsidout, 550 Brookwood Pl. Simpsonville. 228-8888.

Reiki and Biofeedback – 11-4pm. Use energy within to help with pain and stress and become healthier . . . rejuvenate. Pricing varies. The Rejuvenation Lounge, 1054 E. Butler Rd, Greenville.

254-9126 or 505-9892.

Iyengar Yoga for Beginners – 2-3:30pm. No classes July 5th. Based on alignment of the spine.

Improve flexibility and clams the mind. 6-wks-$72.

Greenville Tech Charter High School,(students, faculty and staff receive 50% off) S. Pleasantburg Dr, Bldg #120, Greenville. 420-9839.

Prenatal Yoga – 5:15pm. Restore energy while calming mind and body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga!

Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 3542882.

Zumba at MuvE Fitness in Motion – 5:306:30pm. Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves create a dynamic fitness program. Ditch the routine. $10 per class. Special package pricing available. 787 E. Butler Rd, Mauldin. 881-1557.

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.

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.

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All Levels Yoga Class – 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.

Holistic Moms Network – 6:30pm. First Monday of each month (ongoing) HMN strives to connect parents, create supportive communities, and help parents and others to learn about holistic and green living. Earth Fare, 3620 Pelham Rd, Greenville.

864-283-0549.

Farmers Market – 10am-2pm. Fresh, local and sustainably-grown produce, meat, eggs, and much more thru Oct 26. Whole Foods Market parking lot, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Ste 200, in Greenville.

335-2300.

Hot Yoga Class-Southern Flow – 10-11:30am. See Sunday 7pm listing for details. Southern Om. Tai Chi 24 Forms for Beginners - 10-11:30am. No class July 6th. See Monday listing 10 am.

Nia Dance/Fitness Class – 6:30-7:30pm. Throw off your shoes and dance. $10 per class, non-members welcome. Riverside Tennis Club, 435 Hammett Bridge Rd, Greer. 848-0918.

All Levels Yoga Class – 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.

Imagine Life with Less Stress – 6:30-7:30pm.

Wand your pain away at a demonstration of our amazing new products to reduce and eliminate pain.

Free. RSVP Acorn Integrative Health, Hwy 101, Greer. 848-5291.

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

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.

Yoga – 11am-12pm. 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.

Healthy Living Classes – 7pm. Different discussion each week. Free. Awe Chiropractic, 4006 E. North St, Greenville. 232-5495.

Yoga Class – 11am and 5:45pm. Our certified instructors are sure to enlighten you in the art of and philosophy of both Hatha and Flow Yoga to help you flex and de-stress. $8-12. The Rejuvenation Lounge, 1054 E. Butler Rd, Greenville. 254-9126.

Hot Yoga Class-Southern Flow – 7-8:30pm. See Sunday 7pm listing for details. Southern Om. Pilates With Props – 7-8pm. Props class uses small apparatuses including fitness rings, stability and medicine balls. First class free. Pivotal Fitness Center, 5000 Old Spartanburg Rd, Taylors. 320-3806 or 292-8873.

Real Life Birth Classes – 7-9pm. Natural Childbirth Classes. Materials included. Call for cost. Carolina WaterBirth, 915 South St, Simpsonville. 329-0010.

CarynF@CarolinaWaterBirth.com.

Zumba – 7-8pm. See Sunday 3:30pm listing for details. LivN Nsidout.

Less Stress Yoga – 7:30-8:30pm. Beginner to intermediate class suitable for all fitness levels. Stretch, breathe and relax. First class free. $10 per class.

Less Stress Yoga, Center Stage Dance and Performance Company, 413 SE Main St, Simpsonville.

419-4204.

Zumba – 8:30-9:30am. See Sunday 3:30pm listing for details. LivN Nsidout.

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.

Children’s Story Time – 9:30am. All ages welcome.

Free character cookie. Coffee To A Tea, 54 Lois Ave, West Greenville. 350-6506.

Powered by Pilates – 9:30-10:30am. Engage and strengthen your muscles for life in a mat-based interval training class. $12. MuvE Fitness Studio at 4Balance Fitness, 787 East Butler Rd, Mauldin.

288-8532.

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Zumba – 11:15am. Dance your way to fitness with this Latin-themed class. Eastside Family YMCA, 1250 Taylors Rd, Taylors. 292-2790.

Yoga – 12pm; 5:15 & 6:45pm. All levels, ages and fitness levels. Pricing varies. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 325-6053.

Community Acupuncture – 5-8pm. Economical group opportunity to benefit from natural therapy.

Plan for at least 45 minutes for therapy. $25. Carolina Health Innovations, (inside Sportsclub) 712 Congaree Rd, Greenville. 331-2522.

All Levels Yoga Class – 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.

Hot Yoga Class-Southern 26 – 6-7:30pm. See Sunday 8:30am listing for details. Southern Om. Tai Chi Aerobics with George Gantt – 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.

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.

Meditation Class – 7pm. Learn to meditate. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 354-2882.

Hot Yoga Class-Southern 26 – 9:30-11:00. See Sunday 8:30am listing for details. Southern Om. Live Oak Farm Store – 10am-6pm. Local farm products including grass-fed beef, pork, chicken, lamb and turkey. Majority of products bear the Certified South Carolina grown seal including pastureraised eggs, & organic produce. Live Oak Farms, 230 Sam Davis Rd, Woodruff. 991-9839.

Senior Day – 10am. Seniors 60+ receive 10% off total purchase. Normal exclusions apply. The Wild Radish, 161 Verdin Rd, Greenville. 297-1105.

Tai Chi for Arthritis – 10-11am. No class July 7th.

Improves flexibility muscular strength and calms the mind. 8-wks-$80. Earth Fare, 3620 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 420-9839.

Biofeedback and Stress Management – 11am4pm. Biofeedback provides support to overstressed body systems encouraging the body to move toward balance. $75session. Abiada Healing Arts, 187 N Daniel Morgan Ave, Spartanburg. 542-1123.

True Water Sampling - 11am-5pm. First Wednesday. Sample alkalizing True Water. Sampling Special: Buy 1 gallon, get second gallon 15% off. All Natural Health & Beauty Center, 101 College St, Simpsonville. 963-2882.

Hot Yoga Class-Power Hour - 12-1pm. A flowing series of sun salutes, lunges, twists, balance postures, backbends, core strengthening, hip openers, and inversions; accessible to all levels. $15. Southern Om. Next to Whole Foods Market. 329-1114.

Tai Chi 24 Forms for Beginners - 2-3:30pm.

No class July 7th. See Monday listing 10am for details.

Gluten Free Demo – 3-5pm. Weekly tastings that are gluten free. Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335–2300.

5-Step Meat Demos – 3-5pm. Weekly tastings featuring samples from producers who are part of a new 5-step Humane Animal Treatment program.

Free.Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335–2300.

All Levels Yoga Class – 5:30pm. A yoga routine of breath and postures. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 354-2882.

Zumba at MuvE Fitness in Motion – See Monday 5:30pm listing for details.

Boot Camp – See Monday 6pm listing for details.

Medical Qi Gong with George Gantt – 6:307:30pm. Boosts the immune response against certain viruses. $15/class, $65/5 classes, or included in Equilibrium Gym Membership. Equilibrium Zen Gym, 2110 Augusta St, Greenville. 419-2596.

Hot Yoga Class-Southern Flow – See Sunday 7pm listing for details. Southern Om.

Zumba at MuvE Fitness in Motion – 7:30-8:30pm.

See Monday 5:30pm listing for details.

Iyengar Yoga for Beginners – 7-8:30pm. No classes July 7th. See Monday 2-3:30pm. Lisitng for details.

TRX-Suspension Training – by appt. 30-min. workout increases strength, core stability, and balance. $16 per class. Greer Athletic Club, 905 N. Main St, Greer. 877-4647.

Teen/Children’s Ceramic Classes – Continuing classes throughout the summer. Registration required. Pricing varies. Creating Artist’s for Tomorrow, 1711 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 244-0616.

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Group Power Classes – 9:30am, 4:45 & 7:05pm.

Weight training program designed to condition all major muscle groups. $10 per class. Free w/membership. Greer Athletic Club, 905 North Main St, Greer. 877-4647.

Yoga/Pilates – 9:30am; 5:15 & 6:45pm. All levels, ages and fitness levels. Pricing varies. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 325-6053.

Hot Yoga Class--Southern Flow – See Sunday 7pm listing for details. Southern Om. Live Oak Farm Store – 10am-4pm. See Wednesday 10am listing for details.

Senior Yoga – 10-11am. Gentle stretching and strengthening class for anyone 55+. $2 per class.

Mauldin Senior Center, Corn Road at 699 Butler Rd, Mauldin. 419-4204.

Institute, 211 Century Dr, Ste. 215A, Greenville.

282-8989.

thru Oct. 31. The Train Depot, 298 Magnolia St, Spartanburg. 585-0905.

Tai Chi Aerobics with George Gantt – See Tuesday 6:30pm listing for details.

Group Power Classes – 8:30 and 10:30am. See Thursday 9:30am listing for details.

Moonlight Movies – 6:30pm. Moonlight Movies series returns thru Aug. 19 with theme nights, contests, family fun, and free films. Hollywood’s biggest stars appear under the real stars. Free. (food and drinks available for purchase) Greer City Park Amphitheater, Greer.

Community Farmers’ Market – 9am-Noon.

Featuring locally-grown foods and plants. Located behind Sunrift Adventures at the corner of 276 & Center St, Travelers Rest. 414-1966.

Wellness Home Preview – 7-8pm. Improve your quality of life with water, air and sleep. Arrange for a magnetic massage. Free. Courtyard by Marriott on the Parkway, 115 Parkway, Greenville. 979-5611.

Kangen Water Demo & Presentation – 7pm.

Change your water, Change your life. Fitness SOULutions, Beacon Commons, 475 S. Church St, Hendersonville, NC. 828-698-7642.

Less Stress Yoga – 7-8pm. See Monday 7:30pm listing for details.

Zumba – 10am & 7:30pm. See Tuesday 11:15am listing for details. YMCA-Eastside.

Zumba at MuvE Fitness in Motion – 7:30-8:30pm.

See Monday 5:30pm listing for details.

All Levels Yoga Class – 11am. A morning class for energizing, stretching and rejuvenating mind and body. $15 per class. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc, 1440 Pelham Rd, Greenville. 354-2882.

TRX-Suspension Training – See Tuesdays listing for details.

Healthy Eating Starts Here Demo – 11am1pm. Discover easy healthy eating. Free.Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville.

335–2300.

Yoga Class – See Tuesday 11am and 5:45pm listing for details. The Rejuvenation Lounge.

Laughter Yoga Club – 12:15-12:45pm. Laugh “for no reason.” The world’s happiest workout. Free.

North Main Yoga, 10 W Stone Ave, Greenville.

404-1902.

Tai Chi Chih – 1-2pm & 5:30-6:30 pm. For ages 55+. A set of movements completely focused on the development of energy called chi. Small membership fee required. Senior Action, 50 Directors Dr. Greenville. 467-3660.

Inman Farmer’s Market – 3-6pm. Local in season produce, fruits, herbs, and much more thru Oct. 31.

Armory, 45 Park Rd, Inman. 585-0905.

Art Walk-Spartanburg– 5-9pm. 3rd Thursday of the month. Stroll thru 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.

Community Acupuncture – 5-8pm. See Tuesday 5pm listing for details.

Hot Yoga Class-Southern 26 – 6-7:30pm. See Sunday 8:30am listing for details. Southern Om. NIA Dance/Fitness Class – 6-7pm. See Wednesday 9:30am listing for details.

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

Tai Chi with George Gantt – 9-10:00am. See Monday 6:30pm listing for details.

Yoga – 9am. $10; 5 classes/$40; first class free.

Unity Church of Greenville, 207 E. Belvue Rd, Greenville. 292–6499.

Hot Yoga Class-Southern 26 – 9:30-11am. See Sunday 8:30am listing for details. Southern Om. Clay Works – 10am-6pm. Create some art. Instruction always available. Creating Artists for Tomorrow, 1711 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 244-0616.

Easley Farmer’s Market – 10am-2pm. Straight from the farm to you. Easley City Hall, 205 N.1st St, Easley. 855-7900.

Live Oak Farm Store – 10am-4pm. See Wednesday 10am listing for details.

Indoor Rowing Classes - 7:30am & 9:15am. Fullbody and cardio workout; any age and fitness level.

Rates vary. Greenville Indoor Rowing, 1901-D Laurens Rd, Greenville. 281-1505 or 498-8608.

Yoga Class – 8.30 & 10.30am & 12pm. Healing yoga therapy and regular yoga. All levels. Pricing varies. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer.

325-6053.

Yoga – 10am. All levels class. Coffee, tea and socialization after class. $12 per class. Yoganize, 2105 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer. 325-6053.

Zumba – 10-11am. See Sunday 3:30pm listing for details. LivN Nsidout.

Hatha Yoga – 10:45am-12pm. Yellowball Yoga, 435 Hammett Bridge Rd, Greer. 848-0918.

Hot Yoga Class-Southern 26 – 9:30-11am. See Sunday 8:30am listing for details. Southern Om.

Zumba Fitness – 11am. The big dance/aerobic craze. $10 per class. The Rejuvenation Lounge via Arthur Murray Dance Studio, 1054 E. Butler Rd, Greenville. 254-9126.

Live Oak Farm Store – 10am-6pm. See Wednesday 10am listing for details.

Hot Yoga Class-Southern Flow – 12-1:30pm. See Sunday 7pm listing for details. Southern Om.

Hot Yoga Class-Power Hour - 12-1pm. See Wednesday 12pm listing for details. Southern Om.

Community Acupuncture – 1-4pm. 3rd Saturday of the month. Economical group opportunity to benefit from natural therapy. Plan at least 45 min. for therapy. $15. Bridge to Wellness, 607 N.E. Main St, Simpsonville. 963-4466.

Sustainable Seafood Demo – 3-5pm. Regular tastings of recipes and learn how to prepare a variety of seafood dishes. Free.Whole Foods Market, 1140 Woodruff Rd, Greenville. 335–2300.

Boot Camp – 6-7pm. See Monday 6pm listing for details.

Meditation in Action: Learn to Meditate 7-8:30pm. Last Friday of each month thru August.

Discover peace and joy within and how to bring those qualities into your relationships, work, and daily life with Jan Maslow and Don Salmon. Suggested donation $5. North Main Yoga, 10 W Stone Ave, Greenville. 292-5112.

Music in the Woods – 6-8pm. Thru the end of August. Music under the stars thru solar power. Park admission $2/adults, kids 15 and under get in free and seniors are $1.25. Paris Mountain State Park, 2401 State Park Rd, in Greenville. 363-8666.

Zumba – 6-7pm. See Sunday 3:30pm listing for details. LivNsidout.

All Levels Yoga Class – 6:30pm. See Monday 6:30pm listing for details. It’s Yoga! Studio Inc. Empowered Body - Group Life Coaching – 6:30pm - 8:30pm. 7-week course with a focus on weight management, healthy eating and optimal health. Discover your empowered self to build a positive mindset. Pricing options. Life Coaching

Carolina First Saturday Market – 8am-Noon.

Local, seasonal produce, gourmet foods, how-to classes including gardening, cooking, preserving and going green. Main St. at McBee Ave, Greenville.

467-4494.

Hub City Farmer’s Market – 8am-Noon. Local in season produce, fruits, herbs, and much more

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LIVING HEALTHY TECHNOLOGIES, LLC Mike and Pam Reekie 864-271-0330•Greenville www.LivingHT.com

ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncture of Greer

Ruth Kyle, L. Ac. 106 Memorial Dr. 864-877-0111•Greer Has great results with acute and chronic pain, migraines, frozen shoulder, sciatica, back pain, stress; specializes in orthopedic issues and more, in an educational tranquil environment. See ad, page 10.

CAROLINA HEALTH INNOVATIONS

(Inside Sportsclub) Joan Massey, L. Ac. 712 Congaree Rd. 864-331-2522•Greenville Specializing in wellness, natural hormone therapy, allergies, autoimmune problems, and pain using acupuncture, herbs, laser therapy, and detoxification techniques. See ad, page 37.

GREENVILLE NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Marina Ponton, L. Ac. 1901 Laurens Rd. 864-370-1140•Greenville www.GreenvilleNaturalHealth.com Specializing in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and therapeutic massage therapy. We also offer natural health services and products that will help you meet your health goals including herbs, nutrition, fertility, and pain management. See ad, page 25.

HONG ZHANG, L. Ac.

111 Doctors Dr. 864-797-7100•Greenville www.GHS.org/Acupuncture More than 23 years experience practicing acupuncture. Some conditions treated including joint pain, neck and/or back pain, fibromyalgia, stroke rehabilitation, infertility, and menstrual cramps.

AIR PURIFICATION ABC’s OF HEALTH

437 N. Main St. 864-329-0004•Mauldin www.ABCofHealth.com & ABCofHealth.info Clean air (oxygen) is vital to cellular health. Enjoy a healthier home environment with an air purifier that can deactivate microbes colonizing in central ductwork and in the air throughout your home (bacteria, fungi, viruses). See ad, page 20.

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Residential and commercial air purification, removes airborne and surface contaminates like allergens, odors, mold, bacteria and viruses, using active natural processes, featuring a “Try before you buy” program. See ad, page 6.

ALLERGY/NUTRITION PERFECT BALANCE NATURAL HEALTH

Barbara Morris RN, BS 1934 N. Pleasantburg Dr. 864-236-8072•Greenville www.PerfectBalanceNaturalHealth.com Barbara looks at all your health needs – working with you to relieve allergies, improve immune function, relieve pain, increase energy, regulate hormones, clean up your diet and improve nutrition. See ad, page 36.

BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY LIVING WELL INTEGRATIVE HEALTHCARE

Clif Caldwell, MD. Cheryl Middleton, PA-C 838 Powdersville Rd. Ste. G 864-850-9988•Easley www.LivingWellHealthcare.com We help women & men who suffer symptoms of hormonal imbalance such as low libido, weight gain, hot flashes, fatigue and many other symptoms. Call for your personal consult today! See ad, page 34.

BODYWORK Carolina Structural Energetic Therapy

Greg Spindler, LMBT #4609 107 Memorial Dr. 864-877-3500•Greer www.GregSpindler.com You don’t have to live with back pain any more. Achieve quick and long-lasting results. Treatment packages available. See ad, page 9.

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BRAIN TRAINING LEARNING RX

864-627-9192•Greenville www.LearningRx.com/Greenville LearningRx makes finding the solution to y o u r c h i l d ’s learning struggles simple. Schedule a cognitive skills test to discover the answer. The problem can be fixed. See ad, page 47.

CAMP CRANIUM CAMP AT LEARNING RX

1310 Garlington Rd. Ste. K 864-627-9192•Greenville Reduce time spent on homework, improve test grades, and increase attention span with Cranium Camp; a week long hands-on program designed to boost brainpower. See ad, page 47.

CHILDBIRTH CAROLINA WATERBIRTH

915 South St. 864-329-0010•Simpsonville www.CarolinaWaterBirth.com “Where Birth Comes Naturally.” Offering attentive, personal, one-on-one care for you and your family with Midwives, Doulas, and GYN care. See ad, page 35.

CHILDREN’S WELLNESS DR. CYNTHIA HORNER CHIROPRACTOR

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

CHIROPRACTOR BOURG CHIROPRACTIC

E. North St. at Mitchell Rd. 864-292-3291•Greenville www.BourgChiro.com Serving the Upstate since 1983. Exceptional results!

We offer state-of-the-art gentle techniques and therapies. 80% discount first visit. See ad page 28.

DUPUY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC 1209 NE Main St. Ste. C 864-399-9563•Simpsonville www.UpstateChiropractic.com

A family wellness educational institution that empowers its patients with knowledge about re-connecting with the inner healing power of the body. Specializing in chiropractic, whole food nutritional counseling, pulsed electro magnetic healing energy, lifestyle coaching, and muscle re-educational exercise. See ad, page 25.

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. Long term 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 26.

SARGENT CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC, PC

611 N Main St. 864-676-9922•Mauldin www.SargentChiropractic.com Helping people reach their health goals without drugs and surgery is our mission. Chiropractic care is safe, effective, and gentle.

Can chiropractic help you today?

See ad, page 13.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY BETSY S. EXTON, MA

Creative Health 14 S. Main St•Greenville 864-233-4811 Obtain optimal health by cleansing toxins and waste from the body. I-ACT certified colon hydrotherapist for 5+years, achieved advanced-level certification. Worked at the Ann Wigmore Natural Health Institute.

See ad, back cover.

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

Specializing in custom compounding, including thyroid medication, bio-identical hormone replacement, pediatrics, and pets. Professional grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available.

Serving the community since 2006 – your problem solving specialists. See ad, page 24.

COUNSELING SERVICES AN INNER VIEW

Counseling Services, LLC 3113 Hwy 153 864-420-9260•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 6.

607 NE Main St. 864-963-4466•Simpsonville www.YourBridge2Wellness.com Certified Colon Hydrotherapist. Also offers additional detox services such as ionic footbath, far infrared Bio-mat, and earcandling. Clean professional office. Disposable supplies. See ad, page 15.

230 Sam Davis Rd. 864-991-9839•Woodruff www.LiveOakFarmsLLC.com Certified Naturally Grown 80-acre farm specializing in heritage breeds. Animals and vegetables raised according to Certified Naturally Grown standards. No growth hormones or antibiotics. See ad, page 2.

FOOD PRODUCTS GLUTEN-FREE CUPCAKE COUTURE & CATERING

115 Pelham Rd. Ste. 6 864-232-0775•Greenville www.ILoveCupCakeCouture.com Gourmet gluten-free cupcakes, cakes, breads, and other specialty baked goods, all natural and made from scratch. We use the highest quality ingredients catering to your dietetic needs, without sacrificing flavor or taste. See ad, Page 5.

HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS JOHN BURTON, EdD. LPC

600 East Washington St. # 608 864-467-1077•Greenville Through interactive and experiential modalities, break free of your illusions and empower yourself to reach beyond an ordinary life. See ad, page 34.

ABC’s OF HEALTH

437 N. Main St. 864-329-0004•Mauldin www.ABCofHealth.com & ABCofHealth.info Quality healthcare products at competitive prices – vitamins, minerals, herbs, enzymes, proteins, whole food supplements, etc.; also air purifiers, water filters, shower filters, alkalizers/ionizers, and water purifiers. See ad, page 20.

HEALTH FOOD STORES

FACIALS CREATIVE HEALTH

Mickie Grist 14 S. Main St. 864-233-4811•Greenville Experience the relaxing, rejuvenating, and cleansing power of Ayurvedic facials and body treatments; a wholistic approach to skin care addressing the body, mind, and spirit. See ad, back cover.

FARM STORE BUFFALO FARMS

BRIDGE TO WELLNESS, LLC

LIVE OAK FARMS

1705 Jonesville Rd. 864-553-5500•Simpsonville www.BuffaloFarms.com See the buffalo roam, walk thru the veggie patch. All natural produce, Happy Cow milk, honey, eggs, poultry, Bison meat and much more available at our farm store. Mon-Sat. 9am-7pm.

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, and carry many name brand vitamins and supplements at affordable prices. Exclusively, we offer True Water, an alkaline ionized water, that supports wellness in many specific ways. Free consultations. See ad, page 34.

Earth Fare − The Healthy Supermarket 3620 Pelham Rd. 864-527-4220•Greenville www.EarthFare.com

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

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HEALTH FOOD STORES Market For Life

Margaret Griffin 2801 Wade Hampton Blvd, #15 864-268-9255•Taylors Natural foods, bulk foods/ herbs, nutritional supplements, herbs, homeopathic remedies, books, health and beauty aids, pet supplies. We specialize in customer service! Special orders welcome.

The Wild Radish

Jody Harris & Gigi Perry 161 Verdin Rd. 864-297-1105•Greenville Vitamins and women’s products, goat’s milk and cheeses, raw juice & smoothie bar, Sami’s wheat/gluten-free products, vegan/spelt and sugar-free baked goods, pet wellness, monthly healthy living classes. See ad, page 10 and 26.

WHOLE FOODS MARKET

1140 Woodruff Rd. 864-335-2300•Greenville www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/greenville Imagine a farmers market: fresh produce, meats, a fish market, a gourmet shop, a European bakery, the corner grocery store, and eat-in café, all rolled into one. Monthly calendar of events. We want to be your neighborhood supermarket. See ad, page 22.

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE TRAINING ABC’s OF HEALTH

437 N. Main St. 864-329-0004•Mauldin www.ABCofHealth.com & ABCofHealth.info Level One Class is free – an introduction to vital healthcare concepts that can empower you to take charge of your health. Call for current class schedule.

See ad, page 20.

HOMEOPATHY Augusta Street Clinic

Dr. Roger Jaynes, DC, DNBHE 864-232-0082•Greenville RogerJaynez@yahoo.com www.AugustaStClinic.com Bio-energetic testing to show any energy imbalance, vitamin or mineral deficiency, and identify environmental allergies. We offer a variety of services at affordable rates. See ad, page 5.

INTERIOR SPACES CONSULTING sPACE CLEARING 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 & accessories, I can create a harmonious space through the art of Interior Redesign & Feng Shui. See ad, page 38.

HEALTHY HOME & OFFICE BEFORE & AFTER

Doug Allen, Director 864-884-5115•Greer www.YourEnergyTools.com Do you suffer from stress, sleep disturbances, fatigue, or exhaustion? There are solutions.

Over 15 yrs experience in the identification and elimination of the underlying causes of “dis-ease”.

Call for a free consultation. Spring Special: $150 assessment ($900 value). See ad, page 6.

LIFE COACH LIFE COACHING INSTITUTE

864-282-8989•Greenville Dianne@LifeCoachingInstitute.net www.LifeCoachingInstitute.net Our neuropsychological approach, Insight Transformation, trains thoughts and emotions from the inside out for happiness and optimal outcomes in life, work, health and relationships. See ad, page 4.

TERRON VAWTER

439 Congaree Rd. #22 864-513-1516•Greenville www.FindingTheMoment.com Ready to discover yourself? Tired of the drama? Learn the tools to find contentment through dialogue in a one-on-one professional private setting. See ad, page 26.

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MASSAGE/BODYWORK JENNIFER ULRICH, LMBT #6507

Upstate Neurology 103 Clair Dr. 864-295-0051•Piedmont A therapeutic body massage can do more than relax tight and stiff muscles; more than pamper your body. Expert body massage can relieve the negative effects of everyday stress and help to restore your overall sense of well being.

Services available include Swedish, deep tissue or detoxifying massage, Raindrop Therapy and Reiki. See ad, page 9.

JONI DURHAM, LMBT #2926

Creative Health 14 South Main St. 864-233-4811•Greenville Joni utilizes many massage modalities to bring relief of pain and facilitate healing. Swedish, deep tissue, hot stones, cupping, aromatherapy.

Relaxing, replenishing, therapeutic massage therapy. See ad, back cover.

LINDA GOULART, LMBT #4812

Upstate Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (and The Pampered Sole) 864-907-4940•Greenville www.UpstateMassage.com Specific massage techniques for specific issues. Bodywork for athletes, (sports massage, SET Therapy) therapeutic massage for those with tight, restricted muscle fibers. Less aggressive therapies for seniors and fibromyalgia clients. Welcoming HSA, Flex plans, and auto insurance claims. See ad, page 9.

Massage Therapy at Acupuncture of Greer

Rita Cunningham, LMBT #5999 864-451-9295•Greer Stressed out? In pain? Relax, and enjoy health benefits with a therapeutic massage designed just for you. Swedish, deep tissue, foot reflexology, pre-natal services. Special: $45 an hour. See ad, page 9.

MIND, BODY & SPIRIT MASSAGE THERAPY

Kellyann Battista, LMBT #6131 425 North Main St. Suite C 864-356-5901•Simpsonville www.MindBodySpiritHealing.MassageTherapy.com Looking to release muscle tightness? Stressed out or anxious?

Stress doesn’t go away, it accumulates! Swedish, Neuromuscular, Hot Lava Shell, Prenatal and Infant Massage available. Your first one hour session is only $35. Relief is just a phone call away! See ad, page 9.

NADINE JACOBS GAMMON, LMBT #5360

864-608-1577•Greenville Nadine@AllIsWellInMyWorld.com. www.AllIsWellInMyWorld.com Specializing in fertility and prenatal massage. I have helped many runners and triathletes through their aches and pains while training for marathons and Ironman triathlons. Swedish, deep tissue and Active Isolated Stretching also available. See ad, page 9.

TAI CHI MASSAGE June Lordi, LMBT #4599

106 Memorial Dr. 864-877-0037 www.TaiChiMassage.com 28 years experience in stress and pain reduction, rehabilitative massage therapy, and tai chi/massage instruction. Work with athletes, maternity, infants, elderly, and medical referrals.

MENTAL FITNESS QUICKWITZ

864-404-1561 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.

NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING CREATIVE HEALTH

Alicia Hall, CNHP, RYT 14 S. Main St. 864-233-4811•Greenville Through one-on-one consultation, Alicia provides guidance and education for a greater understanding of one’s individual health and well-being. Also a registered yoga instructor. See ad, back cover.

CREATIVE HEALTH

Alison Lively, CNHP 14 S. Main St. 864-233-4811•Greenville Utilizing Iridology and Kinesiology to identify your specific health needs, developing individualized programs for anyone seeking optimum health. Also providing specialized programs for children.

See ad, back cover.

CREATIVE HEALTH

Melanie Parrish, CNHP 14 S. Main St. 864-233-4811•Greenville When given the proper tools, our bodies can heal or resist a state of “dis”ease. Allow me to assist you in reaching this goal. Specializing in Nutrition and Iridology. See ad, back cover.

Migun of Greenville

4109 E. North St. Ste #100-A 864-242-1160•Greenville www.MigunOfGreenville.com Relaxing Migun thermal massage system with far-infrared heat gently rolls up and down your body, reducing pain,relieving stress, and more!

60-day free trial. See ad, page 20.

RECYCLING CREATIVE HEALTH

Terry Hall-Hines, CNHP, CNC, MH, CTN, AANC 14 S. Main St. 864-233-4811•Greenville Terry Hall, founder of Creative Health, Greenville’s first wholistic center, continues with her mission to teach others to heal their bodies the way God intended. See ad, back cover.

CITY OF GREENVILLE RECYCLING

864-467-8300•Greenville www.GreenvilleSC.Gov Recycling collection services for city solid waste customers, along with a free drop-off site open to the public. Located at 800 E. Stone Ave.

RESTAURANT NUTRITIONAL HEALTH CENTER

Dr. John Marone, D.C. 647 SE Main St. 864-963-9304•Simpsonville Serving Simpsonville since 1994.

We provide family nutritional health improvement services and testing with dietary counseling.

We specialize in women’s health, chronic pain from disease, and allergies. See ad, page 11.

NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

STELLA’S SOUTHERN BISTRO 684-C Fairview Rd. 864-757-1212•Simpsonville www.StellasBistro.com

Enjoy the cuisine of nationally recognized Chef Jason Scholz.

Stella’s offers farm to table cuisine prepared fresh daily using as many local resources when available. See ad, page 23.

SALON

Activz -whole 9 +VMA

864-221-0710 www.HealthyNewYou.PlantPureFoods.com Get your full day’s nutrition by 9:00am. $2.70 a day gets you 9 daily servings of fruits and veggies, minerals, essential fatty acids, probiotics, and digestive enzymesin a bio-available, organic delicious meal replacement drink. See ad, page 16.

PAIN/STRESS REDUCTION

ALL NATURAL HEALTH & BEAUTY CENTER

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

See ad, page 34.

CAROLINA STRESS RELIEF

Elaine Lang RN, MS - Counselor Certified Yoga Therapist 864-583-3621•Spartanburg www.MyBodyandSoul.com Breathe... and nourish yourself. Discover how to live your life with a rich vitality. Individual sessions, workshops and 8 week group programs (with a silent all day retreat out in nature). Where psychotherapy meets the yoga mat and mindfulness abounds. See ad, page 29.

STRESS MANAGEMENT STRESS LESS…FOR LIFE

Bonnie Tollison, L. HeartMath Coach 864-901-4433 •Greenville www.StressLess-ForLife.com Feel calm in the midst of turmoil. Experience less stress, anxiety, anger and depression through HeartMath’s stress management and biometric feedback. For adults and children. See ad, back cover.

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classifieds EDUCATION

Healthy Lifestyle Training Classes-Mauldin – Visit www. ABCofHealth.com to obtain detailed information about the incredibly valuable health training classes developed by ABC’s of Health Inc., or call 864-329-0004 to request more information. Learn how you can take charge of your health, and enjoy better health with more energy, vitality, and brain power.

LC100-Basic Skills Training – Begins August 2010. First coaching course for certification as transformational life coach. Webinar and in-person tracks available. $750. Life Coaching Institute, 211 Century Dr, Greenville. 864-282-8989.

EXHIBITORS WANTED

Natural Living Fair Presented by Natural Awakenings – Now accepting applications for early registration for Saturday, September 25, 2010, from 10am-4pm. Meet potential clients all at one location. We have exhibitor, sponsor, and advertising opportunities. We are on the lookout for enthusiastic participants who want to offer hands-on education, samples, and engage their audience to expand awareness of natural, complementary and alternative health practices, to lead a healthier, more earth-friendly lifestyle for the whole family. All admission proceeds go the Knights of Columbus Food Pantry Program. The fair will be held at Knights of Columbus, 762 Mauldin Rd. in Greenville. For more information, call 864-248-4910.

FOR RENT

Office Space/Therapist Room - Available on Main St. in growing town of Simpsonville. Easy access to 385 or Hwy 14, private parking lot. For more information, call Angela at 864-963-4466.

(Not appropriate for business/therapist needing total quiet environment) Massage Therapist Opportunity - Have clients but not a space?

Riverside Tennis Club has a space available for a licensed massage therapist. Please call Alison Frazier at Riverside Tennis Club for more details. 864-848-0918.

FOR SALE

Currently Publishing Natural Awakenings Magazines Birmingham/ Huntsville AL, Boulder CO, Morris County NJ, and Southwest VA. Call for details 239-530-1377.

HELP WANTED

Cognitive Skill Trainer- Unlock the potential of local children at LearningRx of the Upstate. Fun environment, competitive pay and flexible part-time hours. BA or BS degree required. Email Cassandra at C.Banks@LearningRX.net.

Customer Service/Office Help – PT or FT. Nutritionist’s office seeks person to take calls, fulfill orders, educate customers, book appointments, ship orders, file and clean when needed. You need to love the subject of nutrition for yourself as you can only teach it if you live it. The owner has 20 years of clinical practice. This is a home office set up in Greer. Call 864-895-9671.

Health Store – PT or FT position available in Greenville County.

Health store retail sales experience highly desirable, but not essential if applicant has other retail experience. Call 864-678-0763 to request more information.

PRODUCTS

Everything You Need Before 9am – $2.70 a day gets you 9 daily servings of fruits and veggies, amino acid minerals, EFAs, 11 strains of live probiotics, digestive enzymes, and other essential antioxidants and enzymes in a bio-available, organic delicious meal replacement drink. Use CODE ACT79 to save $20. HealthyNewYou. PlantPureFoods.com or call Dawn at 864-221-0710.

SERVICES/FACILITIES NEEDED

Commercial Kitchen – 6 hours a week, anytime of day or night is ok. Small business just getting started, Possible barter for use of facilities or ability to pay for usage as business develops. Please contact Kristin 864-905-2636 or Henry 864-905-2898 Services Needed – Light plumbing and A/C duct repairs needed.

Willing to barter for health services. 864-884-5115.

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TAI CHI/QIGONG qi WORKS STUDIO, LLC

31 Boland Ct., Ste. #147 864-420-9839•Greenville www.QiWorksStudio.com Rebuild your body’s balance, flexibility, strength, memory & health with Tai Chi & Qigong exercises.

Classes in Qigong, Tai Chi 24, 103 & for Arthritis.

Natural self-healing exercises. See ad, page 25.

THERMOGRAPHY CORE MEDICAL THERMOGRAPHY

Janet A. Krinke, CTT/Charla Bloomer, RN

864-423-6256 www.CoreMedicalThermography.com Thermograms are viable for all ages, histories, and even women with breast implants. As part of a multimodal approach, 95% of cancers are detected early. See ad, page 35.

VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS CUSTOM-MED PHARMACY John Holland, Pharm.D. 838 Powdersville Rd. Ste. D 864-855-2323•Easley

Vi t a mins a n d 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 - your problem solving specialists. See ad, page 24.

WATER PURIFICATION ABC’s OF HEALTH

437 N. Main St. 864-329-0004•Mauldin www.ABCofHealth.com & ABCofHealth.info Clean water is vital for cellular health (filter out ammonia, antibiotics, chlorine, hormones, and other toxins). Quality water filters, shower filters, water alkalizers/ionizers, and water purifiers (Distiller, RO, UV).

See ad, page 20.

WHOLISTIC CENTER Willow Wellness Center

Jan Posey, CBT, CNHP 309 Jones Rd. 864-233-3033•Taylors www.JanTheMother@aol.com Offering therapies including Quantum biofeedback, voice remapping, Reiki, reflexology, ask a nurse, medical intuitive, massage, and Scalar Wave Laser. See ad, page 20.

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. Professional grade vitamin brands like Xymogen and Designs for Health also available. Serving the community since 2006 - your problem-solving specialists. See ad, page 24.

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 21.

QI WORKS STUDIO, LLC

31 Boland Ct., Ste. #147 864-420-9839•Greenville www.QiWorksStudio.com Basic Iyengar Yoga to rebuild your body for flexibility & strength. Qigong, TaiChi handforms & TaiChi Arthritis available for balancing natural qi flow. Perfect compliments. See ad, page 21.

SOUTHERN OM HOT YOGA

1140 Woodruff Rd. (next to Whole Foods Market) 864-329-1114•Greenville www.SouthernOm.com Greenville’s new hot yoga studio offering 2 styles (26 static & Baron Baptiste-style flow) in state-of-the-art studio.

Locker rooms w/showers. Best women/men’s yoga gear on the planet. See ad, page 21.

YELLOWBALL YOGA STUDIO

435 Hammett Bridge Rd. 864-848-0918•Greer www.YellowballYoga.com Join us for Hatha Flow Yoga and Nia dance for all levels.

Our goal is for you to develop a balance of strength & flexibility in body & spirit. Located at Riverside Tennis Club. See ad, page 21.

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