Natural Awakenings Charlotte - February 2023 Issue

“Never again.” — Sandy Hook Elementary School, December 14, 2012. Hazard Community College, January 15, 2013. Chicago State University, January 16, 2013. University of Central Florida, March 18, 2013. Santa Monica College, June 7, 2013. North Panola High School, August 23, 2013. Sparks Middle School, October 21, 2013. Arapahoe High School, December 13, 2013. Purdue University, January 21, 2014. South Carolina State University, January 24, 2014. Los Angeles Valley College, January 25, 2014. Reynolds High School, June 10, 2014. Marysville Pilchuck High School, October 24, 2014. Umpqua Community College, October 1, 2015. Independence High School, February 12, 2016. UCLA Los Angeles, June 1, 2016. Townville Elementary School, September 28, 2016. Scullen Middle School, January 27, 2017. North Park Elementary School, April 10, 2017. North Lake College, May 4, 2017. Rancho Tehama Elementary School, November 14, 2017. Aztec High School, December 7, 2017. Marshall County High School, January 23, 2018. Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, February 14, 2018. Central Michigan University, March 2, 2018. Great Mills High School, March 20, 2018. Santa Fe High School, May 18, 2018. University of North Carolina at Charlotte, April 30, 2019. STEM School Highlands Ranch, May 7, 2019. Saugus High School, November 14, 2019. Pleasantville High School, November 15, 2019. Searles Elementary School, November 23, 2019. Sarah J. Anderson Elementary, November 26, 2019. Bellaire High School, January 14, 2020. Texas A&M University, February 3, 2020. Oxford High School, November 30, 2021. Bridgewater College, February 1, 2022. Robb Elementary School, May 24, 2022.

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Known Unknowns and KnoWEwell

Last month at about this time, I was stressed because family was coming into town, and I was unprepared. I was looking forward to the New Year because how the holidays would go was an unknown—and I wanted to be on the other side of this one. January’s article, “Welcoming the Unknown,” was an inspiration to me, as I really wanted to “set a place at the table for delight” versus dreading the unknown and not enjoying the present moment. I’m happy to report that we had a great family visit with plenty to do, and I think we strengthened our relationships in the process.

Another very recent change has me setting a place at the table for delight, and that is the very recent KnoWEwell acquisition of the Natural Awakenings family of magazines. You can read more about that in this month’s Event Spotlight on page 15. I don’t yet understand how the pieces fit together, but I’m happy to be part of a like-minded organization dedicated to whole health and sustainable living.

I’m reminded again that change is inevitable and that we will always have to live with some level of unknowns. My default reaction doesn’t have to be fear, devising endless “what if” scenarios that usually don’t end with positive outcomes, leaving me stressed and depleted. A very viable option is welcoming the unknown—letting things unfold without putting spin on them and being more objective about what I truly think as I observe the unfolding. I prefer the latter.

Wishing you a happy Valentine’s Day and a month of welcoming the unknown, Shannon

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Okra Charlotte Hosts New Morning Metabolic Yoga Classes

Brittany Elgin, a yoga instructor with Okra Charlotte, is now offering new, one-hour Morning Metabolic classes at 6:45 and 8 a.m. each weekday. In the same spirit that yoga gives us the body we are meant to have, this program provides us the body we want to have. This interval-style program, a combination of HIIT/Sculpt, vinyasa and breath work, focuses on supercharging our body’s metabolism and immune system while encouraging excess post-exercise oxygen consumption—the natural body response to oxygen deprivation during strenuous exercise wherein O2 is restricted and then made up for after a period of rest—leading to increased metabolism, and subsequently, more focused weight loss.

As a “morning cup of yoga” to energize the youth within us, Elgin will direct participants to move, flow and breathe for 20 vigorous minutes, rest for 10 mindful minutes and then repeat. She also utilizes doTERRA and its new MetaPWR line of essential oils, supplements and powders which are also available for purchase.

Drop-in cost $16; memberships and class packages are also available. Location: 1912 Commonwealth Ave. For more information or to register, call 704-266-1443 or visit www.OkraCharlotte.com. See ad, page 3.

Special Offer to Improve Face and Neck Appearance

TrueCare

Health and Wellness, in Harrisburg, North Carolina, is looking for five people that would like to vastly improve their upper body appearance this month. Five participants who apply and qualify to have a face lift/neck lift will receive a special gift.

The entire process is without surgery or down time, and encompasses three, 30-minute visits about two to three weeks apart. Improvement is typically seen by the end of the first visit.

The treatment addresses many face and neck aging issues including wrinkles, fat, fine lines, loose skin, orange peel-appearance, décolleté area, lost facial volume that creates a sunken appearance and loss of skin glow and bounce.

TrueCare Health and Wellness providers are board-certified in anti-aging medicine. It is one of the few facilities with medicalgrade processes with options for many body and skin types and skin colors. In five years, it has become a leader in non-surgical body contouring. The practice follows a functional wellness model—an individualized, patient-centered, science-based approach that empowers patients and practitioners to collaborate to address the underlying causes of disease and promote optimal wellness.

Location: 6477 and 6487 Morehead Rd. For more information or to make an appointment, call 704-909-0355 or visit www.TrueCareHealth.com. See CRG, page 28.

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Cereset Davidson Hosts BrainEcho Presentation

Stanley Specialty Pharmacy Offers Expert Advice, Services

Havingserved the Charlotte metro area since the 1930s, Stanley Specialty Pharmacy has become the trusted source for custom compounded medications with a highly trained staff that offers expertise in the areas of men’s and women’s health, sexual wellness, veterinary medications, hormone replacement therapy as well as CBD and related supplements. Their experts routinely post on important health topics on the pharmacy’s blog and are also available for private patient consultations in these areas (fees may apply).

Stanley attests it’s one of only a few pharmacies in the region to offer sterile medications and provides the most comprehensive compounding and consultative services available in the region, while maintaining the highest level of customer service.

They have licensed pharmacists on staff that are both certified in sterile compounding and permitted in North and South Carolina to provide compounded prescription medications. Products are available for local pick up or can be shipped directly to residences or offices.

Julie Martin, owner of Cereset Davidson, will host a free information session from 6 to 7 p.m. on February 28 to inform on how the application of BrainEcho technology can help our brains rebalance, restore and reset naturally. Each guest will receive a special offer of $99 ($100 off the regular price) for an introductory session which includes a scan and reports that show how well our brain is functioning in the areas of stress and emotions.

Cereset, founded on the principle that the brain can correct itself when it can “see” that it is stuck or unbalanced, is not a medical device to heal, treat, diagnose or cure. It non-invasively supports the brain to relax to achieve optimal regulation, better manage stress, improve sleep and mood, and increase energy, focus and an overall sense of well-being. Patented “brain echo” technology allows the brain to recognize via sound whether it’s stuck in fight, flight or freeze and self-correct when necessary.

When Martin, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Certified Sexual Abuse Therapist, discovered Cereset technology, she transitioned fully into providing it to us. “After Cereset sessions, I witnessed and heard of amazing breakthroughs in therapy, even for those who had been in therapy for years,” enthuses Martin.

Location: 709 Northeast Dr., Unit 19, Davidson. Event is limited to 20 attendees. For more information or to register, call or text 704-533-2035, email Julie@Davidson.Cereset.com or visit www.Cereset.com. See ad, page 4.

Location: 3120 Latrobe Dr., Ste. 200. For more information, call 704-370-6612 or visit www.StanleyRx.com (also to order products). See ad, page 17.

British Massage and Wellness Relocates, Provides Valentine’s Special Offers

British Massage and Wellness Center recently relocated to a new, more peaceful location at 2210 Coronation Boulevard, Suite C, in Charlotte. To celebrate the move and also provide a special opportunity to share the focus of self-care and pamper ourselves and the ones we love, owner Jessica Peach, LMBT, reiki master and MRM, is offering two separate Valentine’s Day massage specials throughout this month.

Clients have the appealing options of experiencing two, one-hour massages at a discounted cost of $100 or one session for $55; or two, 90-minute massages at a special savings of $150 or one session for $80.

“Express your love by purchasing a gift certificate for the ones you love! Buy two and spoil yourself twice! You definitely deserve to be pampered,” she says, adding that she is “loving the [new] space as it is more conducive for a relaxing massage.”

For more information or to make an appointment, call or text 704-572-1310 or visit www.BritishMassage.com. See ad, page 13.

Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region Holds Major Events

In celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region will present the seventh annual free Building Futures Affordable Housing Symposium, featuring speaker Mia Birdsong from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on March 14 at Central Piedmont Community College’s Halton Theater in Charlotte and its annual Blue Jean Bash fundraising gala from 6 to 10 p.m. on April 28 at a to-be-determined location. From addressing our region’s affordable housing crisis to building a house, dressing up to dance the night away or joining a boots-on-the ground initiative, the two events and other initiatives provide many opportunities to get involved in their work and support their mission of putting God’s love into action to bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope to achieve their vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

Since being founded in 1983 by seven local churches, the organization has served 3,500-plus families in our region. They build homes, communities and hope by partnering with deserving families through their Homebuyer, Critical Home Repair and Money Matters Financial Literacy programs.

Location: Halton Theater, 1206 Elizabeth Ave. Symposium is free and open to the public. For more information including cost and location of Blue Jean Bash and news of other upcoming events and how to volunteer or donate, visit www.Habitatcltregion.org/events.

WellcomeMD Offers Concierge 2.0 Service Model

Dr. Rajal Patel of WellcomeMD, in Mooresville, proficient in all areas of primary care, plus functional, integrative and holistic medicine, provides what she terms the Concierge 2.0 service model, the next generation of concierge medicine for the Lake Norman/Mooresville area. With expertise in gut and hormone health and in treating patients with chronic ailments, she uses the most advanced lab tests and focuses on lifestyle, stressors and environmental exposures to avoid, treat or reverse health issues.

“ The path to long-term well-being is deeply personal,” says Patel, board-certified in Family Medicine, a Diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine with dual Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health degrees from the University of Michigan and an attending physician in New York City before relocating to Mooresville in 1999. “Your genetics profile holds valuable information about your best approach to optimal diet, fitness and disease prevention.”

She is accepting new patients to join her clinic of which there is an annual membership fee. They offer same-day appointments, 90-minute annual physical exams, a “waitless” waiting room, no-rush appointments with their physicians and a health and fitness coach. Members have 24-hour, seven-day access to their physicians, including their cell phone numbers.

Location: 150 Fairview Rd. Ste. 325. For more information or to make an appointment, call 888-531-3844 or visit www.WelcomeMD.com. See ad, page 9.

TorchBearer Tachyon Offers Discounts, Sweepstakes

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Tachyon recently opened in Cornelius and founder and Chief Illuminator Adrienne Craighead is offering special ways for the meditation therapy to be experienced throughout this month. Along with their communitywide discount of 30 percent off, Natural Awakenings readers can enter a special sweepstakes with the lucky winner receiving a free, 45-minute session. All sweepstakes participants will also receive a 50% off one-time-use promo code to purchase a session.

Tachyon Living specialists combined have been studying and working with energy for 50-plus years and in an in-depth basis for the last 12 years with tachyon fields. The tachyon chamber uses a proprietary method which comprises the use and variance of different alloys, elements and crystals to emit the tachyon particles symbiotically in a very high-powered state.

The process helps clients achieve theta brainwaves when meditating—the deepest and slowest conscious waves that Tibetan monks practice for years to master—so clients can experience a deep and efficient meditation that positively affects their body, energy, emotions and mental health.

Use promo code FEB30 to obtain discount when booking appointment using online calendar at www.TorchBearerTachyon.com. To enter sweepstakes, email name, mailing address and mobile phone number to AC@TorchBearerTachyon.com by Mar. 8. Also use email and website for more information. Winner will be notified on Mar. 10. All sweepstakes participants will be emailed a 50% off promo code. Location: 20200 Zion Ave. See CRG, page 30.

Mental Health Benefits of Breastfeeding

Add maternal mental health benefits to the well-documented physical advantages that breastfeeding offers to moms and their infants. A systematic review published in the Journal of Women’s Health found that breastfeeding was associated with overall improved maternal mental health outcomes. A majority of the studies concluded that breastfeeding was connected to fewer mental health symptoms. Thirty-six of the 55 articles reported significant relationships between breastfeeding and reduced symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety. Notably, when breastfeeding challenges arose or when the actual experience of breastfeeding didn’t meet expectations, five studies reported negative mental health symptoms.

The researchers suggest that breastfeeding may have protective effects on mental health due to the release of oxytocin—also known as the love hormone—which is associated with decreased maternal stress levels and anxiety. This suggests that breastfeeding may have immediate, short-term effects on maternal mood. Further research is needed to help provide better personalized breastfeeding and mental health counseling to moms.

Weighted Blanket for Better Sleep

Herbal Toothpaste Deemed Safe and Effective

Toothpaste containing certain plant-derived extracts was found to be effective in the prevention or treatment of gingivitis and early-stage periodontitis, according to a study published in Dentistry Journal. The authors noted that people should still get regular, in-depth cleanings and treatments to maintain oral hygiene, and that antibacterial herbal extracts have safer toxicity profiles for human use.

In the double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, patients with a previous diagnosis of gingivitis or initial stages of periodontitis were given an experimental toothpaste or the control toothpaste for a 60-day trial period, during which time they brushed twice daily. The experimental toothpaste contained chemical components and extracts of German chamomile, sage, arnica and echinacea. The control toothpaste contained only chemical active ingredients.

The herbs used in the study showed positive anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic and antibacterial actions. Patients in the experimental group experienced diminished bleeding of the gums and teeth whitening. The indices of gingivitis, general oral hygiene, plaque, tartar buildup and mild periodontitis decreased in both groups over the trial period. While both toothpastes eliminated several bacterial periodontal pathogens, the experimental one was more efficient against several of them.

Weighted blankets may be a nondrug option to help ease conditions like insomnia and anxiety by allowing the body to release more melatonin (a hormone that promotes sleep) at bedtime.

In a new study published in the Journal of Sleep Research, researchers from Uppsala University in Sweden measured the amount of melatonin, oxytocin and cortisol in the saliva of subjects after sleeping with either a light blanket or a weighted blanket. They found that using a weighted blanket helped naturally increase production of melatonin by 32 percent. There were no significant changes in the levels of oxytocin, cortisol or sympathetic nervous system activity.

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Radiation Injury and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

KnoWEwell and Natural Awakenings Join Families

Cancer cells are the most sensitive cells in the body to radiation therapy, hence its use to treat cancer. However, it can have significant side effects on healthy tissue in up to 20 percent of irradiated patients, including injury to the bladder, rectum, vaginal tissue, skin and exposed bone in the mandible.

Symptoms range from blood in the urine or feces, urgency to go to the bathroom, pain, exposed bone to the jaw (osteoradionecrosis) or skin wounds that do not heal. The damage is a result of radiation injury to the cells lining the blood vessels that supply oxygen and nutrition to these structures. Unfortunately, time will not repair this damage. In fact, these symptoms only get worse with time and can appear years after radiation exposure.

Fortunately, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) will repair this damage even years after the radiation. HBOT is the only treatment that repairs the damage, and it is covered by insurance. HBOT stimulates the body’s production of stem cells eightfold. The stem cells go to any cell in the body that is signaling a need for repair. It also stimulates new blood vessels to grow into the tissue that is not getting sufficient oxygen, allowing the tissue to repair itself. The best results are obtained when HBOT is initiated as soon as possible after symptoms appear.

Dr. Roger Hunter is the owner of Nirvana Hyperbaric Institute, located at 146 Medical Park Rd., Ste. 110, in Mooresville. For more information or a free consultation, call 704471-4100 or visit www.NirvanaHBO.com.

KnoWEwell, P.B.C., the Regenerative Whole Health benefits and services company, acquired Natural Awakenings Publishing Corporation in December, 2022. “This is a transformational moment for both companies. Readers and consumers looking for trusted knowledge and education related to whole health, sustainable green living and community connections, locally and globally, will surely benefit from this collaboration,” says Kimberly Whittle, CEO of both companies.

Whittle is quick to celebrate the visionary behind Natural Awakenings , which has had an almost 30-year run across American cities, saying, “I am thankful for the tremendous leadership, vision and spirit that Natural Awakenings founder Sharon Bruckman instilled in this great publication—which I have been reading, enjoying and benefitting from for many years—and I look forward to continuing her legacy as part of the KnoWEwell family.”

Natural Awakenings is—and will continue to be—a franchise with scores of publishers in different markets. “As a franchisee, each publisher manages their own magazine, collaborating with local businesses and producing hyperlocal news reporting and feature stories about people and events in their hometowns. Because they’re right there, they are wellequipped to connect readers with the best

local resources. Publishers also are able to offer their readers national articles that are produced by a team of professional journalists. It’s the best of both worlds,” says Whittle.

KnoWEwell operates the Regenerative Whole Health Hub, a digital ecosystem, community and marketplace that centralizes global health and well-being knowledge, resources and connections. With a mission to transform health care, it is connecting the dots between regenerative organic agriculture, lifestyle choices, social issues and environmental solutions to inspire and empower individuals to prevent harm, address the root causes of chronic disease and achieve “WELLthier Living”.

KnoWEwell’s acquisition will have minimal impact on local magazine operations. “Moving forward, we’re looking for ways that the two companies can complement each other and also support our publishers at each location in their quest to offer the best content,” Whittle says. “We’re growing a movement as we share knowledge, celebrate healing success stories, provide access to evidence-based resources and create meaningful connections while helping today’s consumers, whole-health providers, mission-aligned nonprofits, businesses and advertisers thrive. Together, we’re addressing global, local and personal issues—the nexus for consumer consciousness, healing and hope.”

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One Step Closer to Fusion Power

The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced the achievement of fusion ignition at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). This is a major scientific breakthrough decades and billions of dollars in the making, paving the way for us to be able to produce clean fusion energy. Fusion power is considered a game-changer because it would allow us to produce electricity with no carbon footprint or radioactive waste, using fewer resources than it takes to harness solar and wind power.

On December 5, 2022, the LLNL team conducted the first controlled fusion experiment in history to reach what is known as “scientific energy breakeven,” meaning that it produced more energy from fusion than the laser energy used to drive it. Merely a theory until now, fusion combines two light nuclei to form a single heavier nucleus, releasing a large amount of energy. To achieve this milestone, LLNL built a series of powerful laser systems housed in a facility the size of a sports stadium. The lasers create temperatures and pressures comparable to cores of stars and giant planets.

There are still enormous challenges to be tackled in the decades ahead. The first is to develop machinery capable of affordably turning the reaction into electricity without destroying the machinery in the process. The hope is to address these challenges in time to have a positive impact on climate change.

Reforestation Is More Than Planting Trees

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planted trees last more than five years, with some sites reporting a sapling survival rate of less than 20 percent.

Several studies have explored ways to improve survival rates. Promising measures include planting near mature trees, fencing out cattle, improving soil conditions, planting native species first to pave the way for other tree species and involving local people to support reforestation efforts.

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Ashley Logan Wellness

Providing Special Way to Improve Well-Being

by Martin Miron

Integrative Health and Wellness Coach Ashley Logan, MBA, of Charlotte-based Ashley Logan Wellness is providing a special way this month for people to learn more about the specific steps they can take to improve their well-being. She is offering a free What is Your Wellness Type? quiz on her website for participants to determine and focus on the best strategies, tools and practices to look and feel their best by creating and maintaining a healthy, balanced lifestyle that supports their professional and personal goals.

Those who take the quiz this month will also receive a free eBook, 18 Ways to Balance Mind + Body + Soul for Optimal Health and Well-Being and have the op-

portunity to schedule a free consultation with her.

he offers personalized, holistic wellness plans and accountability to fit each client’s specific goals and lifestyle. Along with private sessions, the Renew Program three-month coaching package is customized with six one-on-one virtual impactful coaching sessions to fasttrack clients’ most pressing health and wellness goals in exploring strategies to support physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health so they start feeling their best. A sixmonth, 12-session package is also available.

She also offers a six-week group coaching program—providing support, friendship, tools and practices to live a healthier and more balanced life—and plans to

begin a weekly in-person women’s circle.

“After working 10-plus years in corporate advertising and marketing, earning my MBA in International Business, and raising my three incredible children I had to sort through my own stress-related health issues,” says Logan. “It was only when I took a holistic approach that I started to experience a shift. This has led me on a journey to turn my life-long passion of health and wellness into my profession. I became a certified integrative health coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and Duke Integrative Medicine as well as registered 200-hour yoga instructor. My knowledge, experience, and relatability have fueled the growth of my business.”

Logan adds, “I know how hard it can be to implement health professionals’ recommendations; I help clients apply modifications to work within their unique circumstances, so they achieve faster results.”

Costs for coaching start at $45/session. For more information, take the quiz or enroll in a coaching program, visit www.AshleyLoganWellness.com or @ashleyloganwellness on Instagram and Facebook. See CRG, page 29.

Healthcare with a holistic approach

NorthEast Internal & Integrative Medicine combines traditional primary care with evidence-based, alternative medicine therapies to promote wellness.

Schedule an appointment today at 704-403-7050 Our services are covered by most insurance plans. 704-403-7050.

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Natural 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.

“It worked!” he exclaimed. “The cold never happened. I used to get 2-3 bad colds every year. Now I use my device whenever I feel a sign I am about to get sick.”

He hasn’t had a cold in 10 years.

Users say:

“It works! I love it!”

“I can’t believe how good my nose feels.”

“Is it supposed to work that fast?” “One of the best presents ever.” “Sixteen flights, not a sniffle!”

“Cold sores gone!”

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

“I am shocked! My sinus cleared, no more headache, no more congestion.”

“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.

Soon people found other things they could use it against.

Colds Flu

Virus variants

Sinus trouble

Cold sores

Fever blisters

Canker sores

Strep throat

Night stuffiness

Morning congestion

Nasal drip

Infected sores

Infected wounds Styes Warts Ringworm Other microbial threats

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.”

CopperZap® is made in the USA of pure copper. It has a 90-day full money back guarantee. Price $79.95. Get $10 off each CopperZap with code NATA35

Go to www.CopperZap.com or call toll-free 1-888-411-6114.

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New research: Copper kills viruses in seconds.

The right food choices don’t just prevent heart disease and help shrink artery plaque, they also nourish and heal the heart. For a healthy ticker, enjoy these five food groups every day.

Fabulous Fiber

Fiber is the roughage in vegetables, fruits, beans and nuts, and it is loaded with agebusting nutrients. Eating fiber suppresses appetite, promotes weight loss, improves blood sugar and cholesterol levels, decreases inflammation and feeds a healthy gut microbiome.

The challenge is to get more fiber every day. Too often, people consume fiber from processed grains and flour, and the sugar load that comes with grain fiber has many adverse impacts on heart health. The best option is to enjoy daily fiber from the following sources: three cups of colorful vegetables; two pieces of fruit, such as one cup of berries and one apple; two handfuls of nuts and seeds; and one-half to one cup of beans.

Nourish the Heart FOODS

Smart Fat

Clinical studies show that enjoying fats from seafood, extra-virgin olive oil and nuts decreases the risk of a heart attack and stroke without causing weight gain. Healthy fats improve cholesterol levels, assist with blood sugar control, are critical for the brain, improve hormone balance and reduce inflammation.

Fats enhance the texture of food, adding that smooth, creamy mouth feel to a meal that makes eating a pleasure. Enjoy healthy fats from avocados, seeds and dark chocolate daily.

Clean (Not Mean) Protein

Raising animals in large-scale conventional operations with cruel living conditions is not just mean, it also produces less nutritious meat that can be loaded with hormones, antibiotics and pesticides. Choose clean protein instead, which does not contain added hormones, pesticides and other toxins. Good sources of protein are organic dairy products and eggs, wild seafood and animal protein that has been grass-fed or organically fed while living on open pasture. Beans are also a great protein-packed choice that improves blood sugar and cholesterol profiles. They are the most powerful anti-aging food ever tested.

THAT PROMOTE CARDIAC

HEALING

by Steven Masley, M.D., FAHA, FACN, CNS

Beneficial Beverages

Start with at least four cups of water per day. It doesn’t matter whether it’s flat or sparkling, so long as it’s pure. Pure water can be purchased or made at home or at work with a reverse osmosis filter system.

Except for people that are caffeine sensitive, one to two servings of caffeinated beverages can be enjoyed daily. In moderation, those tea and coffee pigments are good for us.

Don’t forget a fiber- and protein-rich smoothie to stay satisfied and revved up all morning. A balanced and delicious recipe includes one serving of protein powder, frozen organic cherries or blueberries, almond milk and chia seeds.

Take advantage of the option to enjoy wine with dinner—just be sure to limit wine intake to no more than two servings daily.

Avoid any beverage with added sugar or commercial sweeteners. Don’t be fooled into drinking juice; without the fiber, fruit juice is much closer to drinking soda than to eating fruit.

Powerful Probiotics

Not only do probiotics help gut function— a healthy gut microbiome decreases inflammation and supports weight control. The latest research reveals that the microbes in the gut have a dramatic impact on the risk for heart disease, as well. Because healthy microbes feed on fiber, eating fiber is good for the gut microbiome, too.

The right gut microbes offer numerous benefits. They lower harmful cholesterol levels, improve blood sugar levels, lower blood pressure to normal levels, assist with weight loss, decrease inflammation and decrease

production of trimethylamine N-oxide (also known as TMAO), a marker for heart disease. Support the gut microbiome by eating probiotic food sources daily, such as yogurt,

kefir, sauerkraut, pickled veggies and miso.

Dr. Steven Masley is a physician, nutritionist, trained chef, clinical professor at the

University of South Florida and creator of health programs for public television. He is the author of The 30-Day Heart Tune-Up. Learn more at DrMasley.com.

1 tsp Italian herb seasoning 2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped

8 large cage-free, organically fed eggs 2 Tbsp organic, whole fat milk (or sour cream)

½ cup organic Comté (or Gruyère) cheese, grated ¼ cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated

Preheat oven to 375° F.

FRITTATA WITH SPINACH, MUSHROOMS AND CHEESE

YIELD: 4 TO 6 SERVINGS

½ pound fresh spinach, washed and drained, stems removed, chopped 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

½ medium sweet onion, finely chopped 2 cups mushrooms, sliced ½ tsp sea salt

Place spinach in a saucepan with ½ cup of water. Cover with a lid and allow to steam on high heat for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and drain; squeeze out excess water. Set aside.

Heat a sauté pan to medium heat; add olive oil, then onion; stir occasionally. After 1 minute, add mushrooms and continue heating for about 3 to 4 minutes until the onion is translucent and the mushrooms

have softened. Add garlic and Italian herbs and heat 1 minute, then remove from heat.

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together. Stir in the Comté or Gruyère cheese, steamed spinach and sautéed onions with mushrooms.

Grease a pie dish with extra virgin olive oil, then pour the egg and vegetable mixture into the pie dish. Sprinkle Parmigiano Reggiano cheese over the top.

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until it has the texture of custard—trembling and barely set. For a golden crust, turn on the broiler for the last couple minutes of baking, but don’t over-bake, or it will get tough. Check it 5 minutes before it’s supposed to be done.

This recipe and photo were excerpted from The Mediterranean Method. ©2019 Steven Masley, M.D. Used with permission of Harmony Books. All rights reserved.

3 small zucchini, chopped into ½-inch cubes (about 2½ cups)

2 small yellow squash, chopped into ½-inch cubes (about 2 cups)

2 Tbsp white wine

3 medium tomatoes, chopped (about 2½ cups)

4 medium garlic cloves, minced

1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

1 tsp fresh rosemary, diced

1 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped

⅛ tsp paprika or cayenne powder (or to taste)

tastes better when served the next day. Steam eggplant on the stove top for 6 minutes or microwave in a glass container for 4 minutes. Cook until tender.

RATATOUILLE

YIELD: 4 SERVINGS

1 medium eggplant (remove ends and any damaged skin), cut into 1-inch cubes

2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 medium sweet onion, diced

½ tsp sea salt

¼ tsp ground black pepper

½ tsp oregano, dried

½ tsp fines herbes (or Italian herb seasonning), dried

1 lb firm tofu, cubed, or 15 oz cooked cannellini beans (optional)

Fresh herbs for garnish (parsley, basil, and/ or thyme)

This fragrant side dish from southern France is packed with nutrients. It goes well with chicken or fish, and especially a soufflé. To convert this from a side dish to a complete meal, add 1 pound of cubed tofu or 15 ounces of cooked cannellini beans. Can be served hot or cold and usually

Heat a pan on medium heat and add olive oil; add the onion, salt, black pepper, oregano and fine herbs. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes or until onions are soft and translucent. Add zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant and wine; stir. Cover and heat for 3 to 4 minutes, until the vegetables soften, stirring occasionally. Add the tomatoes, garlic and fresh herbs; cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 4 to 10 minutes, until squash softens and the flavors blend.

For a touch of heat, add paprika or cayenne pepper. Garnish with fresh herbs.

Excerpted from The 30-Day Heart TuneUp. Copyright © 2021 Steven Masley, M.D. Used with permission from Little, Brown Spark, New York, NY. All rights reserved.

Treat Flu Naturally

by Cammy Benton, M.D., ABIHM, IFMCP

The flu comprises many viruses that cause fever, body aches and upper respiratory symptoms. It happens more frequently in the winter months when we see less sun, are indoors more and likely have less vitamin D.

For a healthy immune system, start with the basics: get some sunshine, fresh air, regular sleep from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., eat lots of fruits and veggies, get some Rosita brand cod liver oil or another third-party tested source, practice gratitude, joy, and love, and remove all possible toxins like mold, heavy metals or toxic relationships or workplaces.

Elderberry Syrup is a great antiviral, and it is delicious. Only about 14 to 26 percent

of flu-like illness is flu, so it is nice to know that elderberry helps with other upper respiratory viral infections, too.

Homeopathic aconitum, oscillococcinum (recommend 1/4 – 1/3 of tube to save money because it is just as efficacious) and influenzinum (buy aconitum and one of the other two) work well for the flu. At the onset of fever and body aches, start one or both, taking three pellets every 15 minutes for two hours, and then as needed. Aconitum works especially well when people have severe anxiety and fear about the flu.

In homeopathy, different remedies work differently in people, so when we find one that works well, stick with that

one. If it does nothing after several doses, then switch it up. Homeopathy is even safe for babies.

Take a vitamin burst of 15,000 to 25,000 IU of vitamin A for adults three times a day for two days; twice a day for two or three days max for kids under 12; and up to two doses daily for two days max for infants.

For adults, use 100,000 IU daily of liquid vitamin D for up to five days; up to 10,000 IU daily for five days for kids under 12 (unless there is a parathyroid problem or super high calcium issue).

Adults also get 1,000 milligrams ªmg of vitamin C four to five times per day; 1,000 mg three or four times per day for kids under 12; 500 mg three to four times per day for kids 1 to 5; and a pinch of buffered vitamin C in each cheek every one or two hours for infants. Stop the vitamin C if there is stomach cramping or diarrhea, as that is the sign of having more than enough.

Use a humidifier with about one-eighth to one-quarter cup of peroxide, depending on size, and inhale only into the nose the peroxide mist to kill off the virus. Do this often but if it burns your nose, either dilute more or do it less often. For other symptoms, do hot Epsom salt with apple cider vinegar baths, simply saline and the wet sock trick. Details and more tips can be found on our website.

Dr. Cammy Benton is an integrative and functional medicine medical doctor and the owner of Benton Integrative Medicine, located at 16415 Northcross Dr., Ste. B, in Huntersville and 514 N. NC-16 Bus Hwy, in Denver. For more information, call 704-775-6029 or visit www.BentonIntegrative.com/blog.

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Heart-Healthy Kids

SETTING A COURSE FOR CARDIOVASCULAR WELLNESS

by Ana-Maria Temple, M.D.

When a middle-aged, thin adult comes to the hospital with heart attack symptoms, the doctors will ask about family health history; alcohol, drug and cigarette use; current medications; and cholesterol levels. But because the person is thin, they may not question their diet. In reality, the food choices we’ve made since childhood may determine our likelihood of developing heart disease as adults. Heart-healthy diets for kids can establish a healthful baseline and set them on a path to lifelong wellness and longevity.

Studies have demonstrated that the development of coronary atherosclerosis begins in childhood. These findings have been replicated in studies of children of different ethnic backgrounds across the globe. Characterized by the deposition of fatty material (plaques) on the inner walls of arteries, atherosclerosis contributes to heart disease and heart attacks.

The immediate reaction may be to blame genetics for heart disease in young children and assume it is outside of our control, but this assumption would be wrong. Genetics are only a blueprint. What we eat, how we sleep, our stress level and our exposure to environmental toxins determine how our house is built. “Genetics load the gun, but the environment pulls the trigger,” wrote Judith Stern, professor of nutrition and internal medicine at the University of California, Davis.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, epigenetics is the study of how our behaviors and environment can cause changes that affect the way our genes work. Researchers at Duke University Medical Center demonstrated the effects of genetic malleability in a study involving agouti mice that have genetically mutated to produce obese offspring that develop heart disease, diabetes and cancers. The scientists fed two groups of these unhealthy mice different diets. One group ate standard mouse food. The other consumed standard mouse food plus vitamin supplements, including choline, folic acid, B12 and betaine.

The agouti mice mothers that were given a vitamin-supplemented diet produced offspring that were healthy, without evidence of heart disease or other problems, while the mice that ate a regular diet without

nutritional supplementation continued to produce terribly unhealthy mice. What humans can surmise from this study is that parents have the power to alter their children’s gene expression and subsequent heart disease risk.

To raise healthy adults, a child’s nutrition is where to start. As Mark Hyman, M.D., an internationally recognized leader in the field of functional medicine, says, “Chronic disease is a food-borne illness,” and one of the biggest dietary culprits is sugar. It leads to the development of plaque in the arteries and wreaks havoc on the health of Americans. In the 1980s, the low-fat craze prompted food companies to remove fat from foods and replace it with sugar to preserve taste. A whopping 240 sugar alternatives followed, including corn syrup, rice syrup and dextrose.

The liver can process only 24 grams of added sugar per day. Any extra sugar gets turned into fat, which contributes to the development of atherosclerotic plaques. In the U.S., adults consume an average of 77 grams of sugar per day, according to the American Heart Association. That’s more than three times the amount the liver can handle.

Parents can begin to shield their children from this dangerous ingredient by steering them away from sugary drinks. We all know that sodas are full of sugar, but even organic juice boxes, sports drinks, flavored waters and coconut waters contain loads of the stuff. Choose water or coconut water without added sugar, and wean kids off of juice by gradually diluting it. Also consider fruit-infused waters or bubbly, carbonated water with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Start reading food labels and encourage kids to become sugar detectives. It is not about categorizing food as evil or bad. It’s about learning together which foods and drinks help their little hearts become stronger and more resilient. When they grow up to be heart-healthy, middle-aged adults, they will be thankful.

Dr. Ana-Maria Temple is an integrative pediatrician and wellness educator in Charlotte, North Carolina. Learn more at DrAnaMaria.com.

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Mecklenburg County Solid Waste experts receive 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.

Enhance your day with “Enhanced Recycling”

Mecklenburg County has introduced new enhanced recycling at all the county’s full-service centers. Enhanced recycling gives you the opportunity to recycle some new items that can’t be recycled in your typical curbside recycling cart. These new items are:

• Polystyrene foam (that white-rigid foam that comes with new items).

• Hard and soft back books

• Shredded paper

• Textiles and clothing

Mecklenburg County is one of the few municipalities in the country offering this service, so please take advantage of the opportunity. Drop by any of the four county full service drop off centers (17131 Lancaster Hwy, 8007 Pence Rd. and 140 Valleydale Rd. in Charlotte; 12300 N. Statesville Rd. in Huntersville) and help keep the circular economy thriving.

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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IMPROVED HEALTH BEGINS AT HOME

ROOM-BY-ROOM

DETOX TIPS

by Tom O'Bryan, DC, CCN, DACBN

Millions of Americans are spending more time in their homes as employers embrace work-at-home arrangements following the pandemic. Many families have redesigned living spaces to accommodate one or more offices, and as they streamline their abodes, it is important to also take care of any potential hazards.

Some dangers around the house are easy to spot, like toys left in a hallway where people might trip or exposed electrical wires that could cause a fire. Other hazards are not as obvious but equally dangerous. Daily exposure to invisible household toxins, for example, can cause serious health consequences.

Almost beyond comprehension, the average person is exposed to 700,000 to 2 million toxins each day, and some of these are “forever chemicals” that never leave the body or take decades to be expelled. This huge toxic burden can accumulate in the body, strain the immune system and compromise overall health. “The research is very clear—huge, huge, strong correlations between toxin load and most of your autoimmune diseases,” remarks Joseph Pizzorn, ND, author or co-author of six textbooks for doctors and seven consumer books, including, most recently, The Toxin Solution

The good news is that many of these threats can be corrected with a little insight, planning and budgeting. Changes to our everyday choices can go a long way toward keeping our bodies and homes healthy and safe, while also creating a greener and healthier environment.

The Air We Breathe

The air inside our homes can be up to 100 times more polluted than outdoor air, containing pollutants such as mold, smoke, out-gassing chemicals, pollen, pet dander, bacteria and viruses. There are many portable HEPA and carbon air filter options available at different price points that will help remove contaminants. According to a 1989 Clean Air Study by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, common houseplants can remove organic pollutants from indoor air and, when combined with activated carbon air filters, are more effective. Examples of such plants are the Boston fern, spider plant, variegated snake plant, peace lily, English ivy, cornstalk dracaena and many other inexpensive varietals.

Between the Sheets

Flame-retardant chemicals in our sheets, mattresses, mattress pads and even pajamas out-gas minute amounts that can accumulate in our bodies over time. Because we spend approximately one-third of our lives in bed, it is important to ensure

that the sleeping environment is as healthy as possible. Consider switching to organic cotton options for all bedroom items. Pressboard furniture is soaked with formaldehyde; replace it with solid wood pieces to reduce exposure to off-gassing. Turn off Wi-Fi at night to reduce exposure to EMF radiation. These changes can be made gradually, as the budget allows; think of them as an investment

In the Kitchen

For many of us, turning on the faucet for a glass of water can produce a cocktail of toxic chemicals, including lead, arsenic and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)—also known as the “forever chemicals.” The Environmental Working Group’s Tap Water Database (ewg.org/tapwater) provides a searchable database of contaminants found in drinking water by zip code.

Investing in a water filtration system is a great way to avoid these chemicals. They, too, are available at different price points. Whether it’s a countertop unit, a filter mounted on the faucet, an undersink device or a whole-house system, the best solutions include charcoal granulation, a two-micron filter and reverse osmosis.

Smart swaps in cookware and bakeware are also a must. Begin by replacing nonstick pans with stainless steel, glass or cast-iron options. If replacing them all at once isn’t economically viable, start with the most damaged and scratched pans and continue as finances allow.

Food storage can be another source of toxins. Studies have found that certain chemicals in plastics can leach into our food. Move away from plastic storage containers to glass, and swap plastic wrap for a non-toxic alternative like beeswax wrap or reusable bowl covers.

In the Bathroom

Clean the shower head and install a chlorine shower filter. Gradually begin to replace soap and shampoo with non-toxic products that contain all-natural ingredients; specifically look for ones that are paraben-free, gluten-free and organic.

For other personal products such as perfume, move away from synthetic fragrances, which can contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals, and replace them with all-natural alternatives such as essential oils. Toothpaste should be gluten and fluoride free. Newer options contain hydroxyapatite—a naturally occurring mineral—which can be an alternative to fluoride and help remineralize teeth. Replacing makeup all at once can be costly, so begin with lipstick and lip balms and look for gluten-free alternatives.

Baby Steps

While it may feel overwhelming to embark upon a green living journey, positive change doesn’t happen all at once. Pick one area and make baby steps. Even small, incremental actions can have a powerful cumulative impact on the mind, body and planet.

Dr. Tom O’Bryan is the founder of theDr.com, author of The Autoimmune Fix and chief health officer for KnoWEwell, the parent company of Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp.

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ACUPUNCTURE

EMPOWER LIFE CENTER

Camilo Sanchez, L.Ac, MAOM 704-542-8088 www.EmpowerLifeCenter.com

35 years of experience in acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and integrated health. Specialize in correcting the root cause of your health concerns. Pain conditions, digestive disorders, stress, women's health, chronic disorders. Authentic Qigong, Tai Chi, and Taoist Yoga classes.

BODY CONTOURING

A PLACE FOR HEALTH at TrueCare Health

6477 and 6487 Morehead Rd Harrisburg/N Charlotte 704-909-0355 www.APlaceForHealth.net

Feel attractive and get your sexxy back. Youthful face session. Avoid a life of being overweight; increase energy and vigor. Contact us today to see if you qualify.

BRAIN BALANCING

CERESET DAVIDSON

709 Northeast Dr, Ste 19 Davidson • 704-533-2035 www.Cereset.com

Next generation brain wellness. Helping relax your brain to manage restful sleep, increased energy and focus, positive mood and better stress management. The brain resets by “hearing” and “seeing” its reflection. Schedule appointment today. See ad, page 4.

CHRONIC & DIFFICULT CASES

HAAS WELLNESS CENTER

3315 Springbank Ln, Ste 102 704-837-2420 HaasWellnessCenters.com

Specializing in chronic and difficult cases and holistic and wellness care. We identify and treat the root cause of your health issues. Call today for a free 15-minute consultation. See ad, page 4.

COLONICS

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 personal 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 9.

DENTISTRY

GENTRY DENTAL

5950 Fairview Rd, Ste 16 704-554-1007 www.GentryDentalCharlotte.com

Providing the highest quality biological/holistic dental care with compassion and understanding. Modern, spa-like office, state-ofthe-art equipment and individualized care and attention. In-office dental savings plan. Call today to schedule appointment. See ad, page 16.

KEMPTER HOLISTIC DENTISTRY

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

KempterDentistry.com

MARIE’S TOTAL BODY STUDIO 9711 David Taylor Dr, Ste 108 704-631-3002 • www.MariesTotalBody.com mariestotalbody@gmail.com

Non-Invasive Body Enhancement Spa Therapy & Weight Loss Services: Sauna Wraps, Cellulite Treatments, Butt Enhancements, Wood Therapy, Foot Detox, Teeth Whitening, RF Skin Tightening, Mesotherapy, Fat Reduction, Lipo Cavitation. Call for free consultation.

BODYWORK

BRITISH MASSAGE

2210 Coronation Blvd, Ste C 704-572-1310

www.BritishMassage.com

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, page 13.

HC WELLNESS CENTER & SPA

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

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.

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

STANLEY SPECIALTY PHARMACY 3120 Latrobe Dr, Ste 200 704-370-6612 www.StanleyRX.com

NC’s most experienced and trusted compounding pharmacy. Women’s and men’s hormone health, sexual and functional/ integrative medicine. Expert pharmacists work with healthcare providers statewide to customize medication therapy to the patient. Call to find a provider today. See ad, page 17.

AwakeningCharlotte.com

Biologically minded family dental office offering 3D digital dentistry, preventative dentistry, safe mercury removal and sleep apnea screenings. In a relaxed and caring environment, all patients are given devoted time. Call the office today to request a new patient consultation. See ad, page 5.

DIRECT PRIMARY CARE

BENTON INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE & THE SKIN CENTER

16415 Northcross Dr, Ste B, Huntersville 514 N NC -16 Bus, Denver 704-775-6029 • www.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 2.

ECO-FRIENDLY LIVING

MOLD REMEDIATION, HOME WATER CONTROL

Sedona Waterproofing Solutions 704-960-7906

www.SedonaWaterproofing.com

Address moisture issues in your home resulting in healthier indoor air and increased energy efficiency. Basements, crawlspace, drainage and foundation issues. Call today for a free inspection and quotation. $250 discount with code NACLT. See ad, page 27.

RECYCLED COMPOST & MULCH

140 Valleydale Rd • 980-314-3880 17131 Lancaster Hwy • 980-314-3845

MeckMulchMadness.com

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 25.

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 interior design.

FOOTCARE

A HUNTERS’ ADVENTURE

Marian Sanders, CNA, MA 360-908-8536

Healing4MerryHearts@gmail.com www.Healing4MerryHearts.org

Providing in-home foot soak, massage, and nail clipping with all natural products for elderly, disabled 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 514 N NC -16 Bus, Denver 704-775-6029 • www.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 2.

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.

HOMEOPATHY

CAROLINAS NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Dr Michael Smith 6404 Bannington Rd, Ste A 704-459-8633 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

INTEGRATIVE HEALER

KATIE SUTTON

Intuitive Channel, Guided Meditation Coach 828-246-3335

ZenWithinAcademy.com

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 @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.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

STANLEY SPECIALTY PHARMACY

3120 Latrobe Dr, Ste 200 704-370-6612 www.StanleyRX.com

NC’s most experienced and trusted compounding pharmacy specializing in integrative and root-cause medicine for men and women. Expert pharmacist team works with healthcare providers and patients to prepare custom medications. Call to schedule consult today. See ad, page 17.

INTEGRATIVE PEDIATRICIAN

INFINITE HEALTH, PLLC

Sheila Kilbane, MD 2201 Park Rd, Ste B 704-626-6771 • SheilaKilbane.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 2.

Dr. Kilbane is a board-certified integrative pediatrician who specializes in finding the root cause of illness including reflux, eczema, allergies, recurrent ear and sinus infections, asthma, constipation, abdominal pain and more. Find

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NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN

SCALAR HEALTH ENHANCEMENT

CENTER

UNITY OF CHARLOTTE

CAROLINAS

NATURAL HEALTH CENTER

Dr Michael Smith 6404 Bannington Rd, Ste A 704-459-8633

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 11.

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 23.

SCALAR ENERGY

SCALAR FREQUENCY HEALING 704-920-0963 CS@ScalarFrequencyHealing.com www.ScalarFrequencyHealing.com

Scalar energy wellness and spiritual awareness aids. Simple, 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.

704-920-0963

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When you enter the Scalar Health Enhancement Center, you enter a healing zone where the 5th Dimension isn't just a theory, it is a functioning reality! Call for appointment 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 consultation. Discover avenues to overcome 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 2.

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.

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.

STRESS MANAGEMENT COACH

CARENDA DEONNE LLC 888-473-2221

Admin@CarendaDeonne.com www.CarendaDeonne.com @carendadeonne on IG and FB

Experience less stress with Carenda Deonne, certified stress management life coach. Carenda helps women and corporations manage and decrease stress. Individual and group coaching on reframing reactions to stress. Schedule free consultation today.

SUSTAINABILITY

SUSTAIN CHARLOTTE

SustainCharlotte.org

A nonprofit organization 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.

TACHYON

TORCHBEARER TACHYON

20200 Zion Ave, Ste 11 Cornelius • 980-689-1803 www.TorchBearerTachyon.com

“Connect to Source” through a 45-minute meditation experience with tachyons. Experience spiritual alignment, clarity, and downloads that improve your mental and physical health. Read our reviews and book your experience today.

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.

gaston county natural

guide

Connecting Gaston County to leaders in natural health, wellness and green living. To find out how you can be included in the Gaston County Natural Guide, email Ads@AwakeningCharlotte.com.

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

To place a listing call 704-499-3327 or email Ads@AwakeningCharlotte.com

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.

identified “Impaired Mouth Syndrome” as the overlooked source of many medical, mood and dental issues, and developing a “Holistic Mouth” intervention framework for correcting the root causes of many conditions that are otherwise very difficult to permanently resolve.

Felix

“I can’t unsee it [signs of impaired mouth] now. Every time I take a class with Dr. Liao, I leave with at least a dozen new pearls of knowledge. It’s has been life-changing and paradigm-shifting.” – Dr. Teresa Scott, Spring, Texas

Dr. Felix Liao, DDS

From music, dance, architecture to medicine, Chinese culture and its ve millennia of wisdom were divinely inspired. For decades, the world witnessed this ancient civilization torn apart by communism. Now, Shen Yun is reviving this lost culture, live on stage.

Featuring one of the world’s oldest art forms—classical Chinese dance—along with patented multimedia e ects and all–original orchestral works, Shen Yun opens a portal to a civilization of enchanting beauty and enlightening wisdom.

Prepare for an experience that will take your breath away.

China Before Communism

Belk Theater, Charlotte

Thu

Sat Mar 4 2:00 pm; 7:30 pm