Natural Awakenings Charlotte - October 2022 Issue

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Beet Your Aversions

Throughout

my life, especially when I was young, I sim ply couldn’t understand the appeal of certain foods.

To this day, my sweet tooth has never been remotely tempted by candy corn, black licorice or fruitcake. How an entire country can love Vegemite remains a mystery to me. And when it comes to individual vegetables, I’ve always avoided cooked carrots (the only way to eat them is raw) and pickled beets (for ages, pickled was the only way I knew they came). With time and different preparation, though, I did overcome my aversion to brussels sprouts and asparagus.

And now I’m thinking that, just maybe, I will overcome my aversion to beets. After reading this month’s Conscious Eating article by April Thompson, “Fall Beets: Versatile Leaf-To-Root Eats,” I want to at least try. They have so many health benefits, and accord ing to nutritionist and food blogger Candace Bell, “a unique earthy flavor” that goes well with citrus and pairs well with arugula, crunchy walnuts and tangy goat cheese in a salad. This sounds good.

Beet, Greens and Goat Cheese Linguine is the recipe that looks delicious—but also time-consuming and difficult. And then there is a concerning warning: “This puree will stain anything that it may be splattered onto.” I am sure I will splatter. Even so, my goal is to try it.

Wishing you courage to try something new this October,

Natural Awakenings is printed with soy-based ink.

P.S. I reserve the right to try Beet Chips with Sea Salt and Smoked Paprika instead . . . an easier recipe without the risk of splattering.

P.S.S. Join us at BraveWorks on November 8 for a Natural Health and Green-Living Social.

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New In-Home Footcare Service and New Client Special Now Available

Anew and unique footcare service is now available in Charlotte and Metrolina for those that are elderly, disabled or otherwise housebound. Having recently relocated from Washington, Marian Sanders, NAC, CMA (AAMA) and footcare specialist and owner of A Hunters’ Adventure Foot Care, visits residences to provide podiatric maintenance including cutting of toenails.

For a limited time, first-time clients receive a 20 percent discount for their initial session when mention “Natural Awakenings”.

She can assist in maintaining healthy feet with all-natural products for men and women by a warm soothing soak, clipping the nails, then applying lotion with a smoothing massage.

“We have found that many customers have a problem cutting their own nails, or they did not want their loved one to take on the task,” says Sanders, with 30-plus years of experience providing footcare in nursing homes and senior citizen centers. “Many just could not leave home. We are better to you than your podiatrist.”

Footcare sessions are regularly $80/visit including travel. For more information or to make an appointment, call 360-908-8536, email Healing4MerryHearts@gmail.com or visit

www Healing4MerryHearts.org. See CRG, page 29.

Logan Offers Buy One Get One Special for Health Coaching

Ashley Logan, owner of Ashley Logan Wellness Integrative Health Coaching, is offering a special, more affordable way to experience her services via Zoom this holiday season. Through January 6, 2023, those that buy one, 50-minute session for $225 get another session for free. “People are reacclimating to the office environment and the stresses and health issues it can bring. I wanted to launch a special that addresses this unique time,” says Logan.

“ Tis the season to let go of habits that keep you stuck feeling overweight, sluggish, tired, overwhelmed and on the verge of burnout,” says the Duke Integrative Medicine and Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) dual-certified Health and Wellness Coach. “End the year feeling your best with well-balanced practices that nourish your mind, body and soul. You deserve to feel your best!”

“I believe in a holistic approach to wellness,” adds Logan, who worked for 10-plus years in corporate advertising and marketing, earned a Master of Business Administration in International Business and raised three children before turning her “life-long passion of health and wellness into my profession,” becoming IIN-certified and a registered 200hour yoga instructor. “Humans are integrated. We must consider our whole self to create the most impactful change. I guide clients to create actionable strategies to support their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellness.”

For more information or to make an appointment, email Ashley@AshleyLoganWellness.com, direct message @AshleyLoganWellness on Instagram or visit www.AshleyLoganWellness.com

See CRG, page 29.

Renowned Boston Psychic Medium has ‘Landed’ in Charlotte

Kelle Sutliff, an internationally renowned psychic medium, psychic investigator, speaker and author, is now available to do readings in our area via Zoom, FaceTime and phone. Having recently relocated from Boston, she expects to provide in-person readings in an office for local clients by the end of the year.

Sutliff has demonstrated in conducting readings worldwide for 18-plus years that the psychic world is very real and her gifts and insights have provided inspiration and comfort to many people dealing with grief and loss. She has appeared on numerous TV and radio programs worldwide and is a sought-after psychic investigator, having worked with families and law enforcement departments on current and cold cases with great success.

She’s known for making accurate predictions on world events and within her clients’ lives, which include international celebrities, professionals and business executives. Her recent book Spirit Speaks Within You has become an international bestseller; has won the Mom’s Choice, Book Excellence and NYC Big Book Award in the Mind Body and Spirit category; and has received 17 five-star reviews out of 17 total reviews on Amazon.

For more information or to arrange a con sultation, call 978-420-8213 or visit www.PsychicMediumKelle.com. Spirit Speaks Within You is available on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million and other bookstores. See ad, page 11.

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THE JOY OF MOVEMENT Dancing Boosts our Health and Happiness

NADINE CLOPTON on Advancing Regenerative Organic Agriculture to Health Care

REDUCING RADIATION RISKS Ways to Lessen Electromagnetic Exposure

GREEN SCHOOLYARDS Concrete Jungles Become Natural Playgrounds

A HAPPY HALLOWEEN FOR PETS

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Healing Energy of EESystem with Pre-Opening Offer Coming to Kannapolis Area Soon

Annual Biketoberfest Supports Sustain Charlotte

Biketoberfest, the unique, annual, family-friendly urban adventure benefitting Sustain Charlotte, will feature a scavenger hunt-style walk-or-bike event from noon to 4 p.m. followed by an afterparty with live music, exclusive beer and giveaways at Triple C Brewing Co. starting at 4:30 p.m., all on October 30. Participants will bike, walk and/or use public transportation throughout Charlotte to visit curated destinations and local businesses along the routes while collecting stamps in an event passport toward winning prizes—the more stamps collected, the greater the chances of winning.

The event highlights the many ways Charlotte can be experienced and enjoyed without driving. The bike ride for all ability levels will go through the South End, Uptown and Historic West End, and there’ll be a shorter route for families and others that prefer to walk.

Sonny and Leslie Carl, managers of Scalar Health Enhancement Center, a project of the Free Spirit Humanitarian Church, plan to open a facility in the Kannapolis area in November that’ll provide its Energy Enhancement System (EESystem). Producing a series of bioactive energy fields, including Scalar, that create a 5th Dimensional Healing Zone, EESystem, while not facilitating healing, provides the natural energy that our bodies require to heal itself from the DNA up.

The EESystem technology, that has been reviewed and researched by many leading doctors, physics professionals and other scientists, has been presented at many medical, scientific and other health conferences including the American Academy for Anti-Aging Medicine and the Radiation Oncology Committee Meeting.

According to Sonny Carl, by immersing in the 5th Dimensional Healing Zone that the EESystem produces, our body is unbounded by the restrictions of our perceived reality and can release energy from the blocks that keep it from operating at optimum efficiency. The result is that each time we inhabit the healing zone, our body is able to reach ever closer to its divine blueprint—physically, mentally and spiritually.

Cost: A pre-opening offer to purchase session hours at $25/hour, compared to retail price of $45/hour. For more information or to arrange for a session, call 704-920-0963 or 704-490-5483, email

Leslie@ScalarHealthEnhancement.com or SC@ScalarHealthEnhancement.com or visit www.ScalarHealthEnhancement.com

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Participants can also earn prizes through a peer-to-peer fundraising challenge.

All funds raised will support Sustain Charlotte’s mission and ongoing efforts of inspiring choices that lead to a healthy, equitable and vibrant community for generations to come.

Tickets start at $35. Triple C Brewing Co. location: 2900 Griffith St. Register or volunteer at www.Biketoberfestclt.org. See CRG, page 30.

British Massage to Relocate in November

British Massage, which offers a wide variety of holistic services, is relocating as of November 15 to 2210 Coronation Boulevard in Charlotte. Owner Jessica Peach reports they are also offering classes for Reiki I and II and that the move will be to “a more private and serene facility.”

The practice provides reiki, reflexology, Thai, Swedish, deep tissue and hot stone massage along with crystal healing massage on a heated special mat, reiki energy work and chakra balancing. Mobile massage is also available under certain conditions.

Originally from London, England, Peach is highly intuitive, has a natural healing touch and loves to help people feel better both physically and emotionally. She has studied massage, energy work and has been a reiki practitioner for more than 20 years. She has also become a Reiki Master leading to a Medical Reiki Master.

Clients have touted Peach’s ability to help their body to relax and heal itself, and that she has a “magic touch” that uses a combination of different techniques.

Current location: 8501 Tower Point Dr., Ste. D2., Charlotte. For more information or to make an appointment, call 704-572-1310 or visit www.BritishMassage.com. See ad, back cover.

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Jennifer B. Pippin, FAIBD, CPBD and founder of Pippin Home Designs, based in Mooresville and Blowing Rock, North Carolina, received three American Residential De sign Awards at the American Institute of Building Design’s national annual awards ceremony in St. Paul, Minnesota, on July 30. The awards, for her latest custom Lake Norman home designs Chef’s Delight, a modern

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8,540-square-foot industrial lake home; Point Place, a $5 million, 13,202-square-foot showpiece; and White Rock, a modern 8,185 square-foot lake home, reflect her dedication to her clients’ well-being, her understanding of effective natural lighting techniques and her eye for outdoor living beauty.

Pippin’s passion for holistic homes is a personal one. A near-fatal car accident at the start of her 36-year-long career rendered her temporarily disabled in a home that did not support her healing. “That dark, cramped home with no accessible outdoor living space made me realize just how much of an impact a home has on health and wellness,” says Pippin, a Certified Green Professional through the National Association of Home Builders. “I want to make sure none of my clients have to experience what I lived through.”

For more information, visit www.PippinHomeDesigns.com.

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ASK A MECK COUNTY EXPERT

Mecklenburg County Solid Waste experts re ceive hundreds of residential waste disposal and recycling questions weekly. To educate and empower Natural Awakenings readers, their experts provide updates and answer some of the most frequently asked questions in a bi-monthly column.

International E-Waste Day

Small electrical devices such as cell phones, electric toothbrushes, power tools, toys, and small appliances often get stuffed in junk drawers or tossed in trash or recycling carts. Unfortunately, electron ics in the traditional waste stream present significant challenges:

1. Rechargeable batteries are highly flammable when damaged . Fires are common during waste collection, transportation, and processing. All electronics with batteries, no matter how small, must be taken to a hazard ous waste collection site for proper disposal.

This month we celebrate International E-Waste Day, Friday October 14, 2022, by inviting readers to these free public events:

Friday, October 14

• 9 a.m. to noon: Special Partnership Event with GOODWILL. Drop off unwanted electronics to be donated or recycled responsibly at the North Meck Recycling Center, 12300 N Statesville Rd in Huntersville.

• Noon to 1 p.m.: Learn how to safely discard household electronics by regis tering for the Recycle Right Mecklenburg County webinar. Advanced registration required: https://meck.co/3Av5ziJ

Saturday, October 15

• 9 a.m. to noon: Securely shred confi dential documents at Compost Central Recycling Center, 140 Valleydale Rd in Charlotte.

• 9 a.m. to noon: Special Partnership Event with GOODWILL. Drop off unwanted electronics to be donated or recycled responsibly at Compost Central Recycling Center, 140 Valleydale Rd in Charlotte.

2. Raw materials are wasted if not recycled. In 2019, over 22 million tons of small e-waste were produced worldwide. Despite e-waste containing valuable elements like gold and silver, less than 20% of e-waste is recycled when no longer in use.

Residents may drop off battery-operated or corded electronics at any Mecklenburg County Full Service Drop-Off centers during regular hours. If you are a busi ness needing electronics disposal, please contact SolidWaste@MeckNC.gov for assistance.

For more information on International E-Waste Day, visit www.weee-forum.org/iewd-about

If you have program questions about recycling, waste diversion or anything else related to waste, please visit www.WipeOutWaste.com. To submit a waste disposal and recycling question, email SolidWaste@MeckNC.gov. Jeff Smithberger, Director of Solid Waste, answers the top 7 residential recycling questions at https://tinyurl.com/MeckRecyleRightFAQs

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health briefs

Cordyceps Sinensis Enhances Performance in Distance Runners

A Himalayan fungus that has long been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Cordyceps sinensis, attracted global attention in 1993 when Chinese athletes broke world records in track and field. To study its effects, Brazilian researchers conducted a randomized, doubleblind, placebo-controlled study in which they gave 30 amateur marathoners two grams of the fungus each day for 12 weeks. Compared to the placebo group, those in the Cordy ceps group had significantly lower heart rates at eight weeks and improved aerobic performance at 12 weeks.

Supplements, Exercise and Non-Western Diet Lower Cancer Risk

The critical importance of simple lifestyle strategies in cancer prevention has been borne out by two recent endeavors. In a five-year study of 2,157 physically active people over 70 from five European countries, international researchers found that 2,000 International Units a day of vitamin D3 and one gram a day of marine omega-3s, plus a simple homestrength exercise program, reduced the risk of invasive cancers by 61 percent. Researchers at Brigham and Wom en’s Hospital, in Boston, that analyzed the diets and health outcomes of 134,775 people, found that a Western-style diet rich in red and processed meat, sugar, refined grains and carbohydrates was linked with an E. coli strain promi nent in colorectal cancer.

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City Water Treatment May Contribute to Breast Cancer

Malignant Melanoma Linked to Seafood Consumption

Eating higher amounts of fish, specifically tuna and non-fried fish, appears to increase the risk of malignant melanoma, according to a Brown University study of 491,367 U.S. adults published in the journal Cancer Causes and Control Examining 15 years of data, the researchers found that compared to subjects with a median daily fish in take of .11 ounces, those with a me dian daily intake of 1.5 ounces had a 22 percent higher risk of malignant melanoma and a 28 percent increased risk of melanoma in situ, characterized by abnormal cells in the outer layer of the skin. “We speculate that our findings could possibly be attributed to contaminants in fish, such as polychlori nated biphenyls, dioxins, arsenic and mercury,” says study author Eunyoung Cho, an associate professor of derma tology and epidemiology. Pending further research on the underlying biological mechanisms, the authors did not recommend any changes to fish consumption.

A U.S. National Institutes of Health article concludes that insufficient iodine represents a plausible explanation for increasing rates of breast cancer in younger women with distant metastasis. Healthy breasts need iodine, but compounds such as chlorine, bromine and fluoride can form haloacetic acids in city water supplies and negatively affect iodine absorption. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency allows .060 milligrams per liter. Some local water supplies have reported higher levels at the faucet.

The closer to the treatment plant, the more likely residents are to have a higher exposure and higher effect from haloacetic acids. Water can be tested by a quality lab to know whether it is affected. A filter can be put in place to decrease exposure, and any deficiencies can be corrected. Individuals can also have their urine or blood checked for haloacetic acid levels, which may also contribute to weight gain.

Noble Thomas is a clinical pharmacist board-certified in anti-aging medicine at TrueCare Health and Wellness. They specialize in body contouring, weight loss and overall wellness using a functional medicine approach, and are located at 6477 Morehead Rd., in Harrisburg. For more information, call 704-909-0355, email Info@TrueCareHealth.com or visit www.TrueCareHealth.com.

Save the Sequoias

The U.S. Forest Service is speeding efforts to protect giant sequoias from wild fires; almost 20 percent of the ancient trees have been destroyed by wildfire in the last two years. They will thin the forest in and around sequoia groves by removing brush and smaller trees from 13,000 acres of national forest to protect 12 giant sequoia groves this summer and conduct prescribed burns using the agency’s emergency authority under the National Environmental Policy Act. Forest Service Chief Randy Moore says, “Without urgent action, wildfires could eliminate countless more iconic giant sequoias.”

Giant sequoias can live for more than 3,000 years and are found only on the western slopes of California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. The trees are adapt ed to fire with thick, spongy bark, and the heat releases seeds from their cones, allowing young trees to take root in areas cleared by fire. A policy to put out wildfires as quickly as possible has created unnaturally dense forests and allowed brush and dead wood to accumulate. Climate change has led to hotter temperatures, severe drought, a year-round fire season and the pro liferation of bark beetles that have killed the drought-weakened trees. Big ger, hotter fires are more likely to reach giant sequoias’ crowns, killing them.

Monarch Butterfly Now Officially Endangered

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species numbers 147,517 species, including 41,459 that are threatened with extinction. The latest update adds the migratory monarch butterfly, a subspecies of the monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus). In the past decade, the native population has shrunk by between 22 percent and 72 percent during winter migrations from Mexico and California to summer breeding grounds throughout the U.S. and Canada due to logging and deforestation for agriculture and urban development. Pesticides and herbicides kill butterflies and milkweed, the host plant that the larvae of the monarch butterfly feed on. Drought related to climate change limits the growth of milkweed and increases the frequency of catastrophic wildfires, and temperature extremes trigger earlier migrations before milkweed is available, while severe weather has killed millions of butterflies.

Possible remedies are planting native milkweed, reducing pesticide and protecting the overwintering sites. IUCN Director General Dr. Bruno Oberle says, “To preserve the rich diversity of nature, we need effec tive, fairly governed, protected and conserved areas alongside decisive action to tackle climate change and restore ecosystems. In turn, conserving biodiversity supports communities by providing essential services such as food, water and sustainable jobs.”

Rajal Patel, MD

Natural Products and Environmental Advocacy in Gaston County

Renee Southard is owner of Organic Marketplace, a natural food and supplements store in Gastonia, and president of SENPA, a national nonprofit with the core focus of strengthen ing the success of independent natural retailers and aligned manufacturers, while nourishing their human connection with consumers.

Natural Awakenings recently caught up with Renee for an update on her business as well as her role with SENPA.

NA: What prompted you to open Organic Marketplace?

RS: I was having health issues I'd never experienced before and found that herbs took care of them. That led me to open the store in 1992 in an 800-square-foot space that sales reps told me was hard to find but rent was only $1,000 a month.

Back then, it was just me working seven days a week. I kept a card catalog of my customers, and on days when no one walked through the door, I'd call them to ask how the product they pur chased was treating them. I became involved in their lives. To this day, their children and their children's children come in and tell me they remember me. There is absolutely nothing better than being in business for 30 years and having three generations come in.

NA: How has the store changed over the years?

RS: While herbs and supplements are great, grocery stores at that time didn't carry the cleaner foods needed to support the body with nutrition. A few years in, I went from a supple ments store to a food market. We expanded, then eventually moved to a 5,000-square-foot two-level former fire station that's literally behind my house. We've been in this location for 20 years.

We added raised beds out back and opened a little organic restaurant downstairs. I'm a single woman who raised two sons, and I eventually found another woman who is an amazing chef and needed a pay-it-forward. I gave Carla Sinteff the opportunity to

have her own business within my business. I have nothing to do with the restaurant anymore, which is the beauty of it.

NA: Protecting the environment is very important to you. How does this manifest in the operations of Organic Marketplace?

RS: We have been bag-free for eight years and always look for minimal packaging. We still have a bulk section, and we tare peoples' containers. We are getting ready to renovate, and I'm talking to my landlord about putting solar panels on the roof and doing other things to be more sustainable, give power back to the grid or power our own store. We've also always been a sustainability leader in our community. We talk to schools and serve on the board of Keep Gastonia Beautiful.

NA: How did Covid impact your business and team?

RS: We were not closed one single day, and I am so proud that we didn't have one infected employee. That's a tribute to our industry. We know what a virus is, and we know how to deal with it. We were very consistent with our masking and cleaning policies. Through all the craziness, we learned what resiliency and community are all about—and we learned our place in the community. Even though we are small, we were able to be effective for so many people and have been tremendously supported because of that.

NA: How do you run your business and serve as President of SENPA?

RS: Every staff member is super educated. Some have been with me for 18 years, and we have a very cohesive team. While I’m still 100% involved in my business, my team is carrying the torch. With our many goals at SENPA, I had to be more present, attend trade

shows and go wherever the association needed me. My team has made this possible.

NA: What are some of SENPA’s goals?

RS: Just as my team has stepped up as I’ve taken on more responsibility at SENPA, we’re teaching owners to look to the next generation for a succession path. To proactively plan now versus waiting until a sickness or family illness forces you to make a rash decision and leave your business. It means giving yourself time to look at your staff and environment and see who shows a real desire to make a difference in people's lives. That's why we all came into this business, and now we're the dinosaurs, so it's time to teach and empower these so-called kids.

Next, we're going to have to hit the advo cacy button again. My passion is building industry advocacy to the level we had when the Dietary Supplement Health and Educa tion Act of 1994 (DSHEA) which required manufacturers of dietary supplements ensure their products met DSHEA and FDA regulations passed, when we had Sen. Hatch and many other supporters in Congress.

Contrary to what many think, the natural products industry is diligently monitored. As a good steward of our business, we want to let our state and federal legislators know we are the experts in our field. My most important task as president of SENPA is educating key people of this so that we have a seat at the table when issues arise.

NA: What do you enjoy doing outside of work?

RS: I love my yard. I love to garden. I love to be in blue water. I have a beautiful labradoodle, Raven, who is a little rockstar. I love that my life doesn't run from the moment my eyes wake up to the moment I go to sleep. I have time to breathe, put my hands in the dirt and sit back and watch, smell and feel it grow. I have time to appre ciate things now, and I am beyond grateful.

Organic Marketplace is located at 1012 S. New Hope Rd in Gastonia. For more information, call 704-864-0605 or visit www.OrganicMarketplaceNC.com.

For more information on SENPA, visit www.senpa.org. Connect with Renee Southard at reneeomp@gmail.com. See ad, page 6.

SUSTAINABLE SANCTUARIES

SUPPORTING HUMAN AND PLANETARY HEALTH AT HOME

by Sandra Yeyati

Nothing underscored the im portance of a comfortable and versatile sanctuary quite like the pandemic. Stuck at home isolating, many families reconfigured their living arrange ments to accommodate expanding uses for work, schooling, cooking, entertainment and more. Today, that spirit of renewal lingers, prompting steady and robust activ ity in the construction and interior design industries.

A house is literally our shelter from the storm, made more critical as we increas ingly encounter extreme and unprecedent ed weather events due to climate change. When we upgrade, remodel, build or buy new cocoons for our families, the time is ripe to incorporate elements that preserve and promote the health of humans and the planet.

Inspiring Goals

Lindsay Baker, CEO of the International Living Future Institute (ILFI), is part

of a growing community of industry professionals trying to figure out how to design, build and operate structures in more environmentally sustainable, socially impactful and healthy ways. “We ask what would it look like if a building were to give back more to the world than it took,” she explains. “We’re a resource-consumptive industry with a large carbon footprint. Forty percent of global carbon emissions are caused by the energy required to construct and operate buildings. We also use lots of materials that pose nega tive impacts on people’s health—products known to contain carcinogens or cause respira tory problems—and people spend 90 percent of their time indoors, so everything we’re exposed to indoors has a huge impact on our health.”

The ILFI Living Building Challenge sets bold aspirational goals, and buildings around the world have proven that it is possible to hit these benchmarks. “The energy imperative is that the building produces more energy than it consumes, and that happens by generating renewable energy like solar power onsite and using very little energy,” Baker asserts. “For water, we ask that everyone return the water that goes through the building cleaner than it entered, which means people need to treat water onsite and use a lot less of it. You can do that with composting toilets, as well as grey water systems and rainwater recapture strategies.”

Photo courtesy of International Living Future Institute

Photo courtesy of Pulte Homes at Babcock Ranch

Baker is proud of ILFI’s ambitious goals. “If you decide to do a renovation to save 5 or 10 percent of your water or energy consumption, it will feel good to get there, but what we’ve found is that when you set a really exciting target for yourself, the whole process is more fun and you get further with similar amounts of effort and money, because you’re thinking about systems differently, questioning assumptions about what a home might be capable of doing and employing a different level of creativity. At the end of the day, it can lead to a much more beautiful, more efficient building.”

modifications are low-flow shower heads, toilets and faucets, which cost the same as traditional-flow fixtures, as well as a visit from the plumber to fix any leaks. Minimizing or eliminating turf grass and planting drought-tolerant, native vegeta tion outside will also significantly cut water use, Languell suggests.

“Grey water and rainwater collection systems are gaining momentum, and these systems for home use have come leaps and bounds from where they were 10 years ago,” she says. “They can take water from your laundry or shower, treat it, and use it to flush toilets, for example—a huge benefit for the West Coast and a huge water sav ings, because you’re using your water twice before you dispose of it.”

Eco-Responsible Materials

Energy Conservation

Energy conservation is job number one for Jennifer Languell, founder and president of Trifecta Construction Solutions, in Babcock Ranch, Florida. “An inexpensive but impact ful upgrade is adding insulation. If you’re in an existing house, add insulation on top of what you already have. If you’re new construction, beef it up. You also want to address unwanted points of air infiltration using gaskets, weather stripping and caulking around exterior doors and windows. Over time, these items can shrink or get damaged, and may need to be replaced to seal the house and minimize air drafts,” she says. “You want to im prove efficiency first, which costs much less than transitioning to renewable energy. And when you do transition, you only have to buy smaller quantities of photovoltaic panels to offset your power generation.”

According to Languell, windows are climate-specific and can be modified by adding or subtracting panes, coatings and treatments. “In Montana, I want the heat from the sun coming into my house, but in Florida, I don’t,” she says. “Natural light is great, but there’s a balance between your glass-to-wall ratio. In Florida, you would never have a skylight, but up north you’d consider it. And at this point, everyone should be tran sitioning to LED lighting, which will save money and energy.”

Water Preservation

As waterways dry up and areas around the world become more drought-prone, water conservation becomes an increas ingly important imperative. The simplest

With regard to building materials and products, the annual ILFI Red List calls out chemicals with negative human health impacts that shouldn’t be used in buildings, such as bisphenol A, chlorofluorocarbons, formaldehyde, flame retardants, phthalates, toxic heavy metals and volatile organic compounds (VOC). Its Declare label is like a nutrition sticker that details what is in a building product, whether it is free of Red List chemicals and what its carbon footprint is.

“Consumers should demand transpar ency; they should know what is in the products put in their homes,” Baker says. “One of the rules of thumb I like to apply is to ask, ‘How far is this material removed

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According to Languell, the more durable and local a material is, the better for the environment. “I’d never say no to a metal or concrete roof that lasts 50 years versus shingles with a 15-year cycle. Although bamboo is rapidly renewable, most of it comes from China, so the greenhouse gases associated with the transportation makes it less environmentally friendly. Local materials are ideal. The closer the better. Get granite from Georgia, instead of Italy.”

When it comes to human health, home décor and cleaning products are equally as important as the construction materials, Languell advises. “Many times we’ll build a healthy and efficient home and then people put all sorts of fabrics and chemicals in there that are off-gassing because they’re not thinking about the health of the indoor environment.”

Sustainable and Healthy Furnishings

“There’s good, better and best quality furniture,” says Robin Wilson, a New York City eco-designer and founder of Robin Wilson Home. “Good might use inexpensive wood or

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heavy-duty cardboards that look great, but if you sit on the arm of the sofa, it caves in. Better might have a less expensive wood, but it’s solid frame construction. The best is a very good wood and solid frame construction made for heirloom quality. There are costs associated with each level, and I recommend spending the most budget you have on a quality product, because that sofa, if it’s made well and it’s styled in a classic design, can be recovered over and over again; therefore, you’re being ecofriendly to the world because it’s not going into a landfill.”

Her favorite materials for furnishings are sustainably forested or reclaimed wood, long-lasting metals like steel and aluminum, fast-growing bamboo and recycled or reclaimed plastics. She’s also a proponent of vintage pieces. “With all furniture, if it can be salvaged, salvage it. Healthwise, make sure the materials are hyper-washed to protect you from allergens. Old glazes or paints might have lead in them, so take vintage furniture to a professional that uses the right safety

equipment or go to YouTube University and make sure that you protect yourself with gear to rework the piece in a garage or outdoor space. Always choose nontoxic paints and stains with low to no VOCs.”

Biophilic Design

Baker is particularly excited about interior design innovations that reconnect us to nature, known as biophilic design. “Natural light is important, but also, lighting manu facturers are figuring out how to produce lighting that feels like you’re sitting outside in a forest while a cloud passes by or under a tree with dappled light. Mohawk and Interface offer low-carbon, healthy carpets that mimic natural forms like a rocky beach,” she says. “Fractals are often mentioned in biophilic design because they’re fascinating geometric compositions in nature like fly wings and bark that have an inherent intelligence to them, and we’ve come to understand that these natural elements are not just interesting, they also have measurable positive impact on our psyche and mental health.”

Durability

“I rate durability over everything else. If you build it once and it doesn’t get destroyed by a natural disaster, you’re going to generate less waste and use fewer resources,” Languell says. “Durability might mean fire proofing in California, windproofing in Florida and floodproofing in Louisiana. It also means futureproofing your home, especially if you’re building new. Anticipate technologies that are coming. Even if you can’t afford photovoltaic panels now, for a couple of bucks, you can run electric conduit from your panel up to your roof so if ever you decide to buy them, it’s not a major overhaul of your house. Dual-pipe your house and have the pipes ready to tie in rainwater or grey water, even if it’s not financially viable right now. Wire your house for a 220-volt plug in your garage so everyone that has an electric vehicle can charge it overnight.”

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THIRD-PARTY CERTIFIERS AND WEBSITES

n LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN (LEED) (usgbc.org) is the most widely used green building rating system in the world.

n SUSTAINABLE FURNISHINGS COUNCIL (SustainableFurnishings.org) champions wood from sus tainable forests and elimination of toxins in furniture; links to eco-responsible vendors.

n ENERGY STAR (EnergyStar.gov) certifies products and offers guidance for efficient home solutions by U.S. regions and climates.

n THE ASTHMA AND ALLERGY FOUNDATION OF AMERICA (AsthmaAndAllergyFriendly.com) certifies asthma- and allergy-friendly options for insulation, air filters, flooring and paint.

n HOMEFREE (HomeFree.HealthyBuilding.net) showcases less toxic options for flooring, paint, drywall, counter tops, cabinetry, doors, insulation, sealants and more.

n WATERSENSE (epa.gov/watersense) offers guidance by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for water conservation and water-saving products.

n UNDERWRITERS LABORATORY (ul.com) certifies safe and environmentally sound solutions in renewable energy, building materials, consumer electronics and home goods.

n INTERNATIONAL LIVING FUTURE INSTITUTE ( Living-Future.org ) accredits industry pros and certifies buildings that positively impact human and natural health.

SAVING TIME AND MONEY IN NEW HOME DESIGN AND BUILD IN CHARLOTTE

Building and/or designing a home is a significant investment in time and money. Making sure that choices are sustainable, eco-friendly, classic, and beautiful helps ensure a wise investment of one’s resources. The full-service new build and interior design services provided by Claudia Josephine Design, located in South Charlotte, also saves homeowners time and stress when designing their home by offering procurement and installation services.

Company owner and principal designer Claudia Ricciardone says, “We develop a comprehensive design plan that includes all the details, such as hard finishes, interior architecture, and paint colors, prior to construction. This prevents costly construction delays. Because we strive for a sense of timelessness in our designs, we avoid trendy finishes that date easily. This goal of longevity in our designs means that a home won’t need to be remodeled just because trends have changed.”

This Certified Green Accredited Professional, Maria Killam True Color Expert and member of the Sustainable Furnishings Council adds that her firm helps clients who “want a beautifully decorated home but may not have the time or skills required to create a welldesigned space.”

When designing a space, Claudia Josephine Design offers considerable customization using high-quality products, allowing them to focus on choosing ecofriendly and non-toxic options.

For more information, call 860-796-3415, email Claudia@ClaudiaJosephineDesign.com or visit www.ClaudiaJosephineDesign.com.

Solar Energy at Montgomery Sheep Farm

The Montgomery Sheep Farm, in Biscoe, North Carolina, became the first off-grid farm in North Carolina by install ing solar and energy storage in 2017. The micro-distribu tion grid uses solar and batteries to power the farmhouse, lodge and cabin; both lamb barns; workshops; and other farm buildings.

Five kilowatts (KW) of solar panels were installed on the lodge’s roof and 20 KW on a solar carport which also protects the farm equipment.

The 28-megawatt (MW), ground-mounted solar array on 123 acres of the farm generates enough electricity to power 3,000 homes annually. All this electricity is delivered to the town substa tion which distributes the power to the homes, schools and busi nesses in Biscoe during daylight hours.

The farm’s grid provides power to the farm facilities totaling 25 KW of solar installed and 53 kWh of energy storage.

Overall, the microgrid, which saves about $500 each month in electricity, generates more than 100 percent of the energy required to run the farm. For about half a year, the microgrid powers all the farm operations and even exports power back to the grid. During the winter months, some power is imported from it.

For proper installation, all power for the farm had to be located at one central point to form the micro-distribution grid. Two

delivery points from it were combined into one; all power lines from the various facilities on the farm were put underground.

The public, in groups of up to eight, can book a stay at the Montgomery Sheep Farm cabin through Airbnb. Also, twice a year, the Montgomery Sheep Farm hosts a farm tour, including learning about its sustainable practices, including a farm to table lamb dinner. The next dinner is on November 5. For more infor mation, visit www.MontgomerySheepFarm.com/events.

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Fall Beets

VERSATILE LEAF-TO-ROOT EATS

by April Thompson

Versatile, nutritious, colorful and flavor ful, beets are quite the package deal. This easy-togrow, multi-season vegetable is packed with nutrition and plays well with other ingre dients. Beets can be enjoyed raw, roasted, boiled or pickled. They can be blended into quick dips, thin-sliced for healthy chips or incorporated into desserts for a mild, sweet flavor and bold color.

“Beets have been a staple ingredient on our vegetarian menus for generations. They are an easy way to add natural sweetness and gorgeous color to so many dishes, both savory and sweet,” says Danica Wilcox, owner of the Moosewood Restaurant, in Ithaca, New York, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary next year. The quintessential vegetarian eatery’s go-to beet dishes include hummus, burgers and borscht.

“Beets boast so many health benefits. Being rich in folate, manganese and copper, they are good for heart, brain and bone health. They are also a good source of fiber, which will feed the good bacteria in your gut, leading to improved gut health,” says Candace Bell, a Phoenixbased holistic nutritionist and food blogger at The Wheatless Kitchen. “Beets have a unique earthy flavor that goes perfectly with bright citrus. Roasting them brings out their sweet and savory flavors, and they pair well with arugula, crunchy walnuts and tangy goat cheese in a salad.”

Lisa Keys, of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, author of the food blog Good Grief Cook, grows beets and uses them in a number of ways. “Beets get their color from natural plant pigments called betalains, which contain antioxidants and antiinflammatory properties that help control illnesses like diabetes and heart disease,” she says. Her blog offers a recipe for a hearty, roasted beet sandwich, which pairs the root veggie with feta and a smashed avocado, dill, lime and yogurt spread.

Versatility is one of the beet’s star quali ties. The root vegetable can be quickpickled with other garden vegetables, pureed into soup, roasted for a side dish, shredded raw into salads, juiced into a smoothie or even concentrated into a powder—a favorite of registered dieti tian nutritionist Mascha Davis, in Los Angeles. “Beet powder can be added to so many recipes for a fast and easy super food boost,” she says. Her go-to applica tions for beet powder include a beet and

Versatile, nutritious, colorful and flavorful, beets are quite the package deal.

rose latte, a beet-colored “pink yogurt” topped with berries and cacao nibs, and overnight oats swirled with beet powder. If the benefits of the beetroot didn’t already run deep enough, its stems and leaves are not only edible, but also packed with vitamins A, B and K, as well as copper, manganese, iron and calcium. The greens make a great side dish to accompany a beetroot main dish or can be incorporated into a beet soup, salad, sandwich or smoothie for a zero-waste meal turbocharged with nutrients.

Like spinach, chard and other veg etables in the goosefoot family (Chenopo diaceae), beets are rich in oxalates which can contribute to kidney stones. For most healthy people, though, oxalates aren’t harmful, if enjoyed in moderation.

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BEET, GREENS AND GOAT CHEESE LINGUINE

2 medium, fresh organic or local beets with leaves

¼ cup unsweetened jasmine green tea (or water), hot or cold

1½ Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Juice and zest of ½ lemon (1½ Tbsp juice)

2 large garlic cloves

¾ tsp sea salt

10 oz dry, whole-grain linguine

2 oz soft, artisanal goat cheese or soft cashew cheese, crumbled

¼ cup fresh, small basil leaves

Preheat the oven (or toaster oven) to 350° F. Wash, dry and remove the leaves from the beets; thinly slice the leaves and chill until ready to use. Wrap the beets in recycled aluminum foil and roast in the oven until cooked through and tender, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. When cool enough to handle, scrape off the beet skin using the dull side of a paring knife, then chop the beets.

In a blender, add the chopped beets, tea, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic and salt. Blend until velvety smooth, at least 2 minutes. Set aside. (Tip: Be careful. This purée will stain anything that it may be splattered onto.)

Bring a large saucepan of water to boil over high heat. Add salt to the water, if desired. Add the linguine and cook according to package directions. (Alternatively, try my lidcooking technique to save energy: After stirring the linguine into the boiling water, cover with a lid and turn off or remove from heat. Let cook without heat per the same timing suggested on the pasta package.)

While the pasta is cooking, pour the beet purée into a large sauté pan and bring just to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, add the beet greens and cook while stirring until the greens are wilted, about 5 minutes.

Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of the cooking liquid. Add the pasta to the beet sauce and gently toss with tongs to combine. Add desired amount of reserved cooking liquid (if any) and gently toss to combine.

Transfer to a large serving bowl and sprinkle with the goat cheese and basil. Sprinkle with additional lemon zest, if desired, and serve.

Recipe by The Chef’s Garden.

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Nature’s Virus Killer

Copper can stop a virus before it starts

By Doug Cornell

Scientists have discovered a natural way to kill germs fast.

Now thousands of people are using it against viruses and bacteria that cause illness.

Colds and many other illnesses start when viruses get in your nose and multiply. If you don’t stop them early, they spread and cause misery.

Hundreds of studies confirm copper kills viruses and bacteria almost instantly just by touch.

That’s why ancient Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. They didn’t know about viruses and bacteria, but now we do.

“The antimicrobial activity of copper is well established.” National Institutes of Health.

Scientists say copper’s high conductance disrupts the electrical balance in a microbe cell and destroys it in seconds.

The EPA recommended hospitals use copper for touch surfaces like faucets and doorknobs. This cut the spread of MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives.

The strong scientific evidence gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea. He made a smooth copper probe

with a tip to fit in the bottom of the nostril, where viruses collect.

When he felt a tickle in his nose like a cold about to start, he rubbed the copper gently in his nose for 60 seconds.

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“It saved me last holidays. The kids all got sick, but not me.”

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“Best sleep I’ve had in years!”

After his first success with it, he asked relatives and friends to try it. They all said it worked, so he patented CopperZap® and put it on the market.

Soon hundreds of people had tried it. 99% said copper worked if they used it right away at the first sign of germs, like a tickle in the nose or a scratchy throat.

Longtime users say they haven’t been sick in years. They have less stress, less medical costs, and more time to enjoy life.

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The handle is curved and textured to increase contact. Copper can kill germs picked up on fingers and hands after you touch things other people have touched.

The EPA says copper works just as well when tarnished.

Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the science teams. He placed millions of viruses on a copper surface. “They started to die literally as soon as they touched it.”

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EMPOWER LIFE CENTER

Camilo Sanchez, L. Ac, MAOM 704-542-8088

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28 years of experience in acupuncture, Chinese medicine and integrated health. Specializing in identifying and correcting the root cause of your health concerns. Pain conditions, digestive disorders, stress, women’s health and chronic disorders. Classes in authentic Qigong, Tai Chi and Taoist yoga.

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BRITISH MASSAGE

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Originally from London, Jessica is highly intuitive, has a natural healing touch and loves to help people feel better physically and emotionally. Medical Reiki Master and offers Reiki classes. Book massage/reiki today. See ad, back cover.

CBD

STANLEY SPECIALTY PHARMACY

3120 Latrobe Dr, Ste 200 704-370-6612

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Charlotte’s CBD experts. CBD consultations available with a licensed Pharmacist ($50 per ½ hour). Consultation fee applied to any CBD purchase. Professional grade CBD products available in store and online.

CHRONIC & DIFFICULT CASES

HAAS WELLNESS CENTER

3315 Springbank Ln, Ste 102 704-837-2420

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

STANLEY SPECIALTY PHARMACY

3120 Latrobe Dr, Ste 200 704-370-6612

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Charlotte’s most experienced and trusted compounding pharmacy. Skilled pharmacist can prepare custom medications to meet needs of the individual patient. Specializing in women’s and men’s health as well as veterinary medications.

CONCIERGE MEDICINE

WELLCOMEMD

8035 Providence Rd, Ste 315, Charlotte 152 Fairview Rd, Ste 325, Mooresville 980-294-4937 www.WellcomeMD.com

Experience concierge medicine that is more per sonal and effective. Comprehensive and proactive approach, limited number of patients, unhurried 30-minute consultations for a personal relationship with your physician. Schedule free tour today. See ad, page 15.

DENTISTRY

KEMPTER HOLISTIC DENTISTRY

3111 Springbank Ln, Ste F1 1000 Copperfield Blvd, Ste 160, Concord 704-782-0797

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MARIE’S TOTAL BODY STUDIO

9711 David Taylor Dr, Ste 108 704-631-3002 • www.MariesTotalBody.com mariestotalbody@gmail.com

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COLONICS

HC WELLNESS CENTER & SPA

1308 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia 704-823-1577

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Our principle service is Colon Hydrotherapy, but we also offer a wide variety of other services. We offer both traditional and alternative therapies to assist clients in achieving optimal health, wellness and balance.

Biologically minded family dental office offering 3D digital dentistry, preventative dentistry, safe mercury removal and sleep ap

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DIRECT PRIMARY CARE

BENTON INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE & THE SKIN CENTER

16415 Northcross Dr, Ste B, Huntersville 421-B S. Sharon Amity Rd, Charlotte 704-775-6029 • BentonIntegrative.com

Affordable convenient Direct Primary Care from a personalized holistic perspective. Thorough and efficient care with nutrition as the foundation. We want to get and keep you healthy. Schedule a new patient consult today. See ad, page 21.

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RECYCLED COMPOST & MULCH

140 Valleydale Rd • 980-314-3880

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Supports a 360˚ from your yard to our facility and back again. Mecklenburg County upcycles your yard waste to create highquality STA approved compost and beautiful mulch at a very affordable price. See ad, page 12

SUSTAINABLE INTERIOR DESIGN

Claudia Josephine Design 860-796-3415

www.ClaudiaJosephineDesign.com

Proving that sustainable, ecofriendly design can still be stylish, Claudia creates classic, functional, and beautiful interiors. Certified Green Accredited Professional. Specializing in new residential construction and full-service inte rior design.

FOOTCARE

A HUNTERS’ ADVENTURE

Marian Sanders, CNA, MA 360-908-8536

Healing4MerryHearts@gmail.com

www.Healing4MerryHearts.org

Providing in-home foot soak, mas sage, and nail clipping with all natural products for elderly, dis abled and homebound. Raising spirits, providing comfort, and giving peace of mind. Schedule today, receive 20% new client discount.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

BENTON INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE & THE SKIN CENTER

16415 Northcross Dr, Ste B, Huntersville 421-B S. Sharon Amity Rd, Charlotte 704-775-6029 • BentonIntegrative.com

The Carolina's only Integrative practice offering membership based Direct Primary Care and Functional Medicine wellness programs. Wellness programs are individualized to the patient and address the root cause of illness. See ad, page 21.

GARDENING

THE PATIO FARMER

Charlotte, NC • ThePatioFarmer.com ThePatioFarmer@gmail.com @thepatiofarmer on IG and FB

Confidently grow food at home with Consultations, Installation and Maintenance Plans. Also, check out Plant Club for in-depth gardening know-how. Contact us today and start enjoying food from your own plants.

HOLISTIC CLINIC

IVY INTEGRATIVE

1520 South Blvd, Ste 228 704-569-5489 info@IVYIntegrative.com www.IVYIntegrative.com

The only Charlotte area one-stop for holistic mind, body, spirit health services with packages, memberships, a la carte and fi nance options available. Book free meet & greet today. See ad, page 2.

HOMEOPATHY

CAROLINAS NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Dr Michael Smith 6404 Bannington Rd, Ste A 704-486-2448 CarolinasNaturalHealth.com

Charlotte’s only doctor specializing in homeopathy—a power system of natural medicine that stimulates your body’s natural ability to heal, without side effects. Anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, eczema, auto-immune disease, hormonal imbalance, and much more. See ad, page 7.

HYPERBARIC THERAPY

NIRVANA HYPERBARIC INSTITUTE

146 Medical Park Rd, Ste 110 Mooresville • 704-471-4100 NirvanaHBO.com

Dedicated to healing, forwarding the science of hyperbaric oxygen therapy and providing patients a tranquil place to heal. Highly effective in treating many conditions, some covered by insurance. See ad, page 4.

INTEGRATIVE

KATIE SUTTON

Intuitive Channel, Guided Meditation Coach 828-246-3335

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Katie synthesizes a unique blend of healing modalities with selfactivation techniques–from sound and vibrational therapy, to intuitive channeling, to guided meditation–in order to deliver healings tailored to each person's needs.

INTEGRATIVE HEALTH COACH

ASHLEY LOGAN WELLNESS LLC Charlotte

www.AshleyLoganWellness.com ashley@ashleyloganwellness.com @ashleyloganwellness on IG and FB

Duke Integrative Medicine Certified Health and Well-being Coach who works in partnership to empower and support you in achieving your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellness goals. Book a free discovery call today.

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Achieve health goals faster. Sara helps clients get to the root source of what’s holding them back and through a collaborative process, creates an individualized plan. Schedule free 30-minute discovery call today. See ad, page 13.

INTEGRATIVE PEDIATRICIAN

INFINITE HEALTH, PLLC

Sheila Kilbane, MD 2201 Park Rd, Ste B 704-626-6771 • SheilaKilbane.com

Dr. Kilbane is a board-certified integrative pediatrician who spe cializes in finding the root cause of illness including reflux, ecze ma, allergies, recurrent ear and sinus infections, asthma, constipa tion, abdominal pain and more.

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APOGÉE FERTILITY

610 Jetton St, Ste 210, Davidson www.ApogeeFertility.com 704-401-7428 (text)

ApogeeFertility@gmail.com

One of the few Mercier Therapy practioners in NC, Christan assists women in natural fertility and hormone balance. Supports all ages wanting natural approaches to pelvic issues. Book free phone consultation today. See ad, page 20.

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN

CAROLINAS NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Dr Michael Smith 6404 Bannington Rd, Ste A 704-486-2448

CarolinasNaturalHealth.com

Diabetes, Depression, Digestive Disorders, Aller gies, Autoimmune disease, Anxiety, ADHD. Charlotte’s only doctor specializing in homeopathy. We focus on treating YOU to uncover the cause of your health condition and empower you to better health! See ad, page 7.

ORGANIC SALON

ORGANIC SALON LKN

427 E Mills Ave, Mooresville 704-883-6564

www.OrganicSalonLKN.com

Harnessing nature's beauty with professional organic products while creatively designing the ideal hair routine and style to fit your life. Call today for a free consultation. See ad, page 17.

PSYCHIC

PSYCHIC MEDIUM KELLE 978-420-8213

PsychicMedium@verizon.net

www.PsychicMediumKelle.com

Psychic medium +18 years, author and radio show host. Private readings, psychic investigator on missing person cases. Helps those at a crossroads, experiencing unresolved issues or dealing with loss. Call for appointment today. See ad, page 11.

SCALAR ENERGY

SCALAR FREQUENCY HEALING

704-920-0963

CS@ScalarFrequencyHealing.com www.ScalarFrequencyHealing.com

Scalar energy wellness and spiritual awareness aids. Sim ple, practical, inexpensive, and imprinted with targeted scalar frequencies to help the body repair itself or work with your consciousness. Free shipping. 15% discount with NAM522. See ad, page 5.

SCALAR HEALTH ENHANCEMENT CENTER

704-920-0963

Members@ScalarHealthEnhancement.com www.ScalarHealthEnhancement.com

When you enter the Scalar Health Enhance ment Center, you enter a healing zone where the 5th Dimension isn't just a theory, it is a functioning reality! Call for ap pointment today. See ad, page 5.

SOUND & VIBRATIONAL THERAPY

SPIRIT AND SOUND

Barbara Griggs, LSH, CVSP, CVSC barb.griggs04@gmail.com 248-321-6098 www.SpiritandSound.net

Call today for free consulta tion. Discover avenues to over come uncertainty and fear. As a licensed spiritual healer, intuitive, and Certified Vibrational Sound Practitioner/Coach, let's awaken the strength and commitment necessary to honor your journey.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS

HEARTLIGHT SPIRITUAL CENTER

Rev. David Hulse, Spiritual Leader

7300 Mallard Creek Rd 704-599-1180 HeartLightCharlotte.org

We are a Spirit-Guided, HeartCentered, Christ-Conscious, Loving Family providing an empowering, universal, Christ-centered message grounded in the teachings of metaphysics. Sunday Service 11:15 am. Email Shine@HeartLightCharlotte.org. See ad, page 13.

LIGHT HOUSE SPIRITUAL CENTER

Rev Kendall Heath, Interfaith Minister 704-658-1442

info@LightHouseSpiritualCenter.com www.LightHouseSpiritualCenter.com

2nd & 4th Sundays, Interfaith/ Interspiritual Fellowship Services 10am-11:30am at Soul Wellness, Mooresville. Heart-centered exploration of esoteric, mystical, wisdom teachings of many faiths/ spiritual philosophies. Services include teachings, dialogue, experiential group learning, and music.

UNITY OF CHARLOTTE

401 E Arrowood Rd Sundays at 9:30am UnityofCharlotte.org

Unity features a vibrant Sunday Celebration Service at 9:30 AM, with inspiring messages from a rotating slate of guest speakers. Unity supports your well-being, prosperity and spiritual journey.

SUSTAINABILITY

SUSTAIN CHARLOTTE

SustainCharlotte.org

A nonprofit organiza tion working to inspire choices that lead to healthy, equitable and vibrant communities across the Charlotte metro region for generations to come. Become a member today.

VETERINARIAN

ATRIUM ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Kim Hombs, DVM, CVA, CVCH, CTui-Na 6520 McMahon Dr 704-542-2000 AtriumAnimalHospital.com

Comprehensive holistic/ integrative animal medicine practice in the Charlotte region. Alternative vaccine approaches, double certified acupuncturist and herbalist, cold and class 4 laser, TCM food therapy, Tuina, animal rehabilitation with underwater treadmill.

WEIGHT LOSS

CAROLINAS WEIGHT LOSS

INSTITUTE

Gastonia • 704-271-9757

Matthews/Ballantyne • 704-243-8560 CWLI.net

Developer of the "40 Day Transformation" system, a physician designed and administered functional approach with programming tailored to the unique metabolism needs of each individual, to provide safe and sustained weight loss. Call for a free consultation.

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ORGANIC MARKET & SUPPLEMENTS

ORGANIC MARKETPLACE

1012 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia 704-864-0605

OrganicMarketplaceNC.com

9am -7pm M/F, 9am-6pm Sat. Reliable community partner, local source for education, organic foods, personal care, products, supplements, aromatherapy, organic wine/beer and pet products. See ad, page 6.

SPA

HC WELLNESS CENTER & SPA

1308 E. Garrison Blvd, Gastonia 704-823-1577

HCWellnessCenterAndSpa.com

Offering traditional and alternative therapies seven days a week to help you achieve optimal health, wellness and balance. Colon hydrotherapy, massage, far-infrared sauna therapy, energizing foot spa and yoni or v-steam.

WEIGHT LOSS

CAROLINAS WEIGHT LOSS INSTITUTE

Lidia Adkins, CFMP, DC, PKT

216 S. New Hope Rd, Gastonia 704-271-9757 • CWLI.net

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“When our bodies are out of balance they give us loud signals in the form of symptoms. In my practice we do not focus on symptoms. We focus on the root cause so the symptom no longer exists.If you listen to your body when it whispers, you will never have to feel it scream!”

Specializing in:

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LMBT, Medical Reiki Master and Healer Originally from London, England, Jessica is highly intuitive and has a natural healing touch and loves

help people feel better both physically and emotionally