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Amazing Gratitude

Written by Joan Smith

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or a long time, I resisted gratitude.

When someone would say “Joan, you should be grateful for …” I didn’t always feel it. However, life gave me another chance to learn about gratitude.

A few years ago, when I was in Fairbanks, Alaska, I tried a little experiment with gratitude. A friend suggested it just as winter was closing in. Mel and I were both having a hard time with the Alaskan winters and politics at work. I was sure my boss hated me and took every opportunity to give me a hard time. Knowing temperatures would soon dip below zero and daylight would shrink made everything much worse.

It was easy to get discouraged, and we were.

What Mel suggested was a daily email exchange. Each day, without fail, we were to list three things for which we were grateful.

I started out with a certain amount of skepticism, struggling to find things I could list. Day 1: “I am grateful for my morning coffee, that my house is warm, and that it’s the weekend.” Work days were harder: “I am grateful that my boss is out of town, that my office has a window, and that my car started after sitting outside all day.”

It didn’t take long before I started to notice other little things for which I could be grateful. My meeting with the principal went better than I expected. One of my coworkers was actually decent. I had a good conversation with a teenager. It soon became obvious that my mindset had subtly shifted. It even seemed like my experiences were becoming more positive. I went from

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feeling, “ I hate my job and I’m trapped in this depressing place!” to “My job may have its challenges, but it does have some bennies, like sometimes I can actually help people … and the pay allows me to buy warm fuzzy things.”

Random good things started happening to me out of the blue. In November, I got to go for a three-week leadership training in Kansas. The training was inspiring and when I got back, work was much better. I was somehow able to get to the right people and solve problems. My horrible boss got another job and the new boss was pretty great. Then came my most satisfying year at work since I’d been in Alaska. Melanie had the same kind of turnarounds in her life. Our gratitude circle was starting to seem magical.

Gratitude helped me to raise my vibration.

As a Spiritualist, I believe “that we make our own happiness or unhappiness as we obey or disobey Nature’s physical and spiritual laws.” Gratitude works through the law of attraction. In The Power, Rhonda Byrne offers the Key of Gratitude: “Every time you feel grateful you are giving love and whatever you give, you receive.”

I encourage you to try a gratitude circle, especially if you’re experiencing difficulty. It may take an act of faith at first, but I promise that you will find it worthwhile if you really commit yourself to the practice. I invite you to join the Spiritualist Society of Reno’s Gratitude Circle at https://www.facebook. com/groups/ssrgratitudecircle/ Joan is a board member of the Spiritualist Society of Reno. To join or find out more about the gratitude circle, go to ssrgratitudecircle@groups.facebook.com

I have Lyme disease and I am originally from Canada. I ended up having to come to the USA in 2014 for treatment after being misdiagnosed in Canada for 6.5 years. I specifically selected Reno, Nevada due to the openness and understanding of Lyme disease on an alternative level over any other state.

I went to Sierra Integrative Medical center last year for treatment and know they saved my life. When I got here last year, I was in a terrible condition, several organs on the verge of shutting down, severe endocrine, nervous system and muscular issues. I had to return to Canada after treatment and soon relapsed. I met my now husband at the clinic last year and he quickly brought me back here in June 2015 to seek more treatment from the only clinics that seemed to help, the ones here in Reno Nevada, the ones that are often spoken of in your magazine.

I now live here in Tahoe Nevada since June 2015 and get treatment from the doctors at Sierra Integrative, Reno Integrative, Gerber Clinic and use several other Reno health practitioners.

I believe this area has a lot to offer Lyme patients. There is no cookie cutter answer and it is very complex, but help and support is here.

Anastiscia Chantler-Lang

Anastiscia is looking for a partner to put together a fundraiser to help local Lyme patients for the holidays, using her artwork. Please contact her via www.artrageous.info or anastiscia@ gmail.com if interested. - Editor

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departments spiritual health 02 Amazing Gratitude 16 Feed & Be Fed By the Unconscious

14 Appreciation

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in every issue

on the cover

04 Publisher’s letter

08 Chiropractic Care

health

28 Professional Directory

12 Rheumatoid Arthritis

08 The Benefits of Chiropractic

30 Calendar

05 Focus on the Good Stuff The Power of Appreciation

Care Before & During Pregnancy

10 Medical Grade Infra Red Saunas

18 Overcoming Winter Blues 22 Start the Day Healthy 26 Get Back to Life

Things are Heating up

18 Overcoming Winter Blues SAD Syndrome

20 Patient Mysteries: Are You Thyroid Deficient? Pt. 5 Heavy Metals, Toxins, & Thyroid Disease

26 Get Back to Life

integrative health 12 Rheumatoid Arthritis Look to the gut first

recipes 22 Start the Day Healthy 24 Autumn Pizza

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ith the Holidays upon us, what a wonderful time to take a moment to reflect on the purpose of them, on how to slow down and not get caught up in the stress of activities, shopping and entertaining.

My husband and I host our Christmas family gathering each year. It is difficult to find meaningful gifts for the grown children (grandchildren are easy) as the adults really don’t need any more stuff! With everyone’s busy lives, demands of work and raising a family, it can be difficult to find time to spend together. One of the things we did last year during our family gathering is we talked about the meaning of our time together and how truly that is the best gift that each of us can give.

Prior to that, my husband and I decided that one of our gifts to the adult children would be to set up a schedule for the year that would include a family get-together each month.

After our discussion with the family, we pulled out the calendar and worked together to schedule out the year. Fast forward to

today, we are happy to say that we have achieved our regular monthly gatherings. Each month, it is something we look forward to!

Naturally, we wanted to add a fun aspect to our events, so we decided have a healthy focus for each meal or introduce a new healthy recipe. We had a fun time making cauliflower pizza crust, zucchini noodle pasta, frittata with baked potato crust, roasted vegetables and lots of big yummy salads. It is a great way to get others involved in learning about healthy things to eat, cook together and enjoy the meal.

This year as you are planning your holidays and thinking about gifts, think of the gift of time. Whether you want the time with your family or to give to a volunteer service, your gift of time will leave a lasting impression on everyone involved.

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FOCUS ON THE GOOD STUFF the power of appreciation

By Mike Robbins Reviewed for Healthy Beginnings

By June Milligan

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sk yourself, “If there was nothing wrong with me, and nothing to fix or change, who would I be and what would I do with my life?”

By the end of this book, you can be that person, living that life.

Does that sound too good to be true? It all depends on how you approach old negative thinking habits that you might not even recognize as negative.

Mike Robbins was twenty-three years old and on his way to a brilliant career as a pitcher in professional baseball when

he suffered an elbow injury that ended those dreams. So he knows what it’s like to feel disappointed, powerless and depressed about your future. However, he recognized early on that he would go nowhere with an attitude of pity for himself. He had accomplished a lot for a 23 year old, and decided to focus on what he had already achieved, and what he could do rather than what he wouldn’t be able to do in the future.

Many of us, like Mike, experienced grave disappointments early in life, where we had difficulty separating who we are from what we do. Accepting and appreciating who we are and being grateful for that, as well as for all the small kindnesses that come our way, is

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the first step to true happiness. There are poignant examples of this in the book as well as easy how-to strategies.

Even though there is so much to be grateful for, we often focus on what’s not working in our lives. Mike reminds us that by changing our focus we can manifest real change in our lives and the lives of those around us.

Combining the power of positive thinking and the art of appreciation, he is now the author of three books as well as a motivational speaker and success coach. This particular book is almost like a workbook, with easy processes and exercises which will help you become aware of your thinking and therefore consciously aware of why you’re attracting what you’re experiencing. People who don’t realize they can control their thoughts are always at the mercy of the knee-jerk negative thoughts about themselves and the world that they have picked up along the way. But you can retrain your thinking and start shifting your attention outside of yourself. By doing so your experience of life will greatly expand.

In today’s world where kindness, civility and generosity have often been replaced by conflict, cynicism and selfabsorption, Mike Robbins gives us a

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delicious and refreshing reminder of the power of appreciation. This book is beautifully written and easy to read. The three chapters are titled, “Our Obsession with Bad Stuff,” “The Five Principles of Appreciation” and “Appreciation in Action.” By reading this book and going through the thoughtful, practical and meaningful exercises, you will really begin to think about what you focus on every day. You will develop a renewed appreciation for all the good stuff in your life – which means you’ll just attract even more. This is a relatively short and fast read and is a quick shot of goodness that may be just what you need to help you refocus on what’s important in your life and how you really want to feel.

There are forces in our world that encourage us to be on guard and negative, and that fill our minds with self-doubt. There are millions of people who reinforce this way of looking at and relating to the world. This book is an antidote to those pressures. Almost immediately upon reading it, you’ll feel a spark in your spirit, a nourishing of your soul. You’ll find yourself saying, “Yes, that’s how I want to live my life.”

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The benefits of chiropractic care BEFORE AND DURING

Pregnancy Written by Dr. Tony Jensen

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lmost any women can attest that pregnancy changes their body during the 40 weeks of pregnancy, and the ”25 to 35 pounds of average weight gained”. Your body will go through a series of changes as the baby develops in the womb like: the abdomen enlarges, causing the low back to carry more weight, which stresses the pelvic bones, the center of gravity changes, the joints loosen and widen all to prepare for the birthing process.

That’s what you might see and feel but, ”what we cannot see are the millions of different hormonal changes and chemical reactions occurring both in the mother and the developing baby, all of which are controlled and coordinated through the nervous system. Now more than ever, during pregnancy you need a nervous system that responds immediately and accurately to changing requirements in all parts of your body, and therefore you need a healthy spine!” And that is what chiropractors specialize in, HEALTHY SPINES! An adult’s spine is made of 24 moveable bones called vertebrae, the sacrum (tailbone), pelvis, and skull. “From the brain, nerve impulses travel down the spinal cord, branch out into nerves, and exit between the vertebrae. When the vertebrae become misaligned or unable to move properly a condition called vertebral subluxation, it irritates and interferes with the nerves”. The messages travelling through the nerves are slowed down or irritated and the life-energy carried by the nerve is unable to reach the organs, tissues, and baby at full potential.” A doctor of chiropractic aligns the vertebrae and pelvis through gentle adjustments to the spine, relieving the pressure on the nerves and allowing the full nerve energy to reach the tissues it serves.”

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Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy According to recent studies, Chiropractic care may result in easier and comfortable pregnancy including increased comfort during the third trimester and delivery, a 50% reduced need for analgesics (pain medication), a 24% - 39% faster than average labor time, 84% of women report relief of back pain during pregnancy, Significantly less likelihood of back labor, significantly reduced utilization of epidurals, forceps, vacuum extraction, episiotomies, and Cesarean sections, and reduced likelihood of postpartum depression.

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A more regular menstrual cycle and optimal uterine function, It prepares the body to be strong, supple, and balanced as possible to carry the pregnancy, and by restoring proper nerve supply to reproductive organs has helped many couples who thought they were infertile.

For more information on these research findings, please visit the official website of the International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association.

Usually toward your 3rd trimester and on, depending on your belly size the chiropractor will need to modify their technique for your comfort. In particular, special pregnancy pillows and tables with drop away pelvic pieces are used to accommodate you. A chiropractor trained in the techniques that address uterine constraint or mal-presentations will check for misalignment of the pelvic bones, misalignment of the sacrum and vertebrae, and spasm of the ligaments that support the uterus and help hold the pelvis together.

Making sure to have proper nutrition is essential to maintaining a healthy pregnancy, drink plenty of pure water to keep well hydrated. Avoid eating too much sugar and sweets, smoking and second-hand smoke, alcohol, excessive caffeine, unnecessary medication, foods with chemical additives, artificial sweeteners and artificial ingredients.

Regular exercise, good nutrition and periodic spinal adjustments can make pregnancy the pleasant, exciting experience you want it to be! Always check with your doctor before taking any vitamins, supplements, or starting a exercise routine to make sure it’s sage for you and the baby.

Adjusting women throughout pregnancy is one of the most rewarding parts of our work, because a healthier pregnancy means an easier labor and delivery, and a better transition for the baby into this life.

For more information, contact Dr. Tony Jensen at 775-323-1222.

references 1. acatoday.org/content_css.cfm?CID=85 Chiropractic advice for moms-to-be.

2. icpa4kids.org/Wellness-Articles/an-expectant-parents-guide-tochiropractic/Additional-Hints-to-Help-Prevent-Pregnancy-Backache. html by Stacey Rosenberg, DC 3. International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association, icpa4kids.com

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Many people are commonly prescribed infrared sauna treatments for Pain, Cardiovascular Conditioning and Rehab procedures as there are CPT / Medicare Codes. However, infrared saunas are definitely not all created equally. Despite several countries’ input and peer review findings denoting sauna patients and animals studies references, only one infrared sauna is considered Durable Medical Equipment registered with the FDA #E366969.

The findings — on numerous JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) Jama.com and the “public library / tools” Pubmed.gov for physicians and researchers — show extensive data on sauna therapy. The data varies from cardiovascular conditioning, congestive heart failure,

hypertension, body fat, obesity, weight loss, caloric burn, motor function, diabetes, pain, chronic fatigue, cleansing environmental toxins, osteoarticular (bone and movement disorders) diseases of the elderly to safety and efficacy for infants by sauna with severe congestive heart failure, to name a few. Noted hyperthermia (raising body core temperature) sauna treatments in the search bar on Pubmed.gov are denoted. One may type in sauna, infrared, WAON Therapy, hyperthermia, or any disease in the search bar to find additional treatments for many diseases from all over the world. Type in almost any major disease and discover several conventional, herbal, traditional, eastern and western medical treatments based on research and conclusions from many cultures.

In fact, at times it may be possible to use flexible spending account credits for reimbursements on infrared sauna treatments. Some may use a personal home infrared sauna purchase toward legal tax deduction under “health” as well, especially when coupled with a physician’s prescription. This may etch the luxurious spa treatments or home purchase in stone for reimbursements. Each state and health insurance company rules differ. Nevada’s is 7% of a person’s income spent on qualifying health expenses may be used towards a “health” tax deduction. Please see a qualified tax accountant, health care provider and or medical doctor for accurate information.

Buyers beware, as unfortunately most of the saunas imported overseas are using plastic laminated fiberglass heaters cleverly marketed as “carbon.” In all reality these fiberglass materials actually do not contain any pure carbon. However, they do contain carbon oxide, lead oxide, aluminum oxide, epoxy glues and resins, to list a few ingredients not included on their websites or brochures. These fiberglass heaters are actually old water bed heaters manufactured years ago in Chinese warehouses. Whatever happened to the waterbed era?

Many people discovered that the high EMF (electromagnetic field) heaters were causing health problems such as sleep pathologies, fatigue, pain, and in some cases, tumors.

One more piece of info omitted, is that the cleverly spaceaged marketed carbon heaters are also laminated in plastic. Plastic is not a nutrient the body benefits from, especially when heated. For one, plastic has been linked to obesity and is considered an Obesogen.

An Obesogen is a foreign chemical compound that disrupts normal development and balance of lipid (fat) metabolism, which in some cases can lead to obesity. In addition, the plastic is not BPA free because most of the carbon heaters were manufactured before the toxicity of BPAs was discovered.

The biggest carbon illusion is that the surface area of the fiberglass heater is much larger than the ceramic stone heater, drawing the conclusion that bigger is better. Some sauna goers reported the distinct smell (off gassing) of the plastic heaters when in use. Therefore the heaters were heated for several hours before shipping, kind of like curing wood, for fewer complaints. The lack of profuse sweating and drowsiness after were also chief complaints. The detox process was blamed for the people complaining of

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sweat due to its patented stable heat control and micron wavelengths.

feeling worse. The claim was that increased sweating would be a result of a better detox. The worst part of this atrocity is that at times many have purchased infrared saunas thinking it was going to help them detoxify and enhance sweating to stimulate the immune system.

The patented medical grade infrared sauna emitters reach the human pivot point peak output wavelengths of light within 5-6 minutes and maintain it consistently during the entire session. This is maintained by the Bell Curve the entire length of time, for a stable consistent treatment. Another of the medical grade sauna’s innovations are the near, middle and far infrared wavelengths ranging from 6 to 14 microns that additionally rotate each ceramic emitter automatically every two minutes.

There are also the metal rod heaters that are spray coated with carbon oxide and filled with magnesium oxide and/or silica oxide, that needs to be addressed. These metal heaters are cleverly marketed as both carbon and ceramic. Unfortunately these heaters make the sauna cabin feel extremely hot, similar to a traditional sauna that operates at much higher temperatures.

The durable medical grade infrared sauna is made in the U.S.A. and constructed of ¾ inch tongue and groove sustainably harvested aspen, to name a few more of its features. Aspen is the only wood that has no negative adverse health effects ever reported. The medical grade saunas are used in over 2,000 clinics across the country to treat a variety of medical complications. Please see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment for disease.

The main problem with most of these heaters (excluding the medical grade sauna) is they turn off for several minutes during the standard 30 minute treatment, making the sauna temperatures unstable. Basically when the sauna gets to the desired 130 degrees (130 degrees is noted in most medical studies) the heaters turn off entirely for minutes at a time. Conversely, by that time, the sauna, heaters, and patron all lose their heat. The thermogenic (heat producing) osmotic perspiration then shuts off for several minutes until the heaters, air, and sauna patron heat back up again. This turns a standard quick 30-minute session into a frustrating 60-minute (or longer) session of inconsistent, on-again/off-again perspiration. Comparatively, the medical grade sauna features a constant profuse hyperthermia

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Rheumatoid

By Robert A. Eslinger, D.O., H.M.D.

arthritis Look to the Gut First!

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heumatoid arthritis, along with a number of other so called “Auto-Immune” diseases, is on the rise. What could possibly be at the root of this rise?

Some readers might remember some of my previous articles regarding the link between “leaky gut” syndrome with irritation to the immune system. This is caused by larger than normal proteins leaking into the blood through a damaged lining in the small intestine. This damage can result from many different causes.

Some common causes are over use of modern pharmaceuticals (most notably antibiotics!) and more recently, the consumption of genetically modified foods. Prescription drugs can control the pain but usually do not stop the joint destruction.

New hope for treating this condition has recently been revealed by work on the “Microbiome” project which is studying the bacteria and other microbes in our gut.

This research has turned up an interesting relationship between the type of bacteria in the gut and rheumatoid arthritis. It turns out

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that rheumatoid arthritis sufferers have a common but unusual bacterial microbiome.

Also, the bacteria in the gut have the capacity, through their chemical relationship with the body, to irritate or over activate the immune system which can then attack the cartilage in the joints causing the arthritis. This is triggered by similarities in the proteins on the surface of these bacteria and the proteins in the cartilage.

The microbiome research has also shown that the use of probiotics seems to help some rheumatoid arthritis sufferers by altering their gut flora back toward normal. The theory is that by normalizing the gut flora, you reduce the abnormal bacteria that trigger the autoimmune symptoms and give the body a chance to heal the joints.

Since the treatment is so simple, safe and inexpensive, anyone with rheumatoid arthritis should try probiotics for six months and judge their results for themselves.

Of course, doing more extensive treatment for leaky gut syndrome using things like colloidal silver, aloe vera juice, vitamin E and butyrate (among other things) in an integrative protocol could very likely yield even better results.

Another treatment modality that offers great promise is the use of ultraviolet light to irradiate the blood. The effect of this exposure is to kill the overactive or irritated T-lymphocyte cells (from the leaky gut) that are the cells attacking the cartilage in arthritis.

An additional therapy that deserves attention is called a fecal implant. This involves the implantation of a tiny amount of fecal material from a healthy donor into the colon. This treatment has even been helpful to people with chronic colitis, ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease but these are topics for future articles.

With something as devastating as rheumatoid arthritis, finding simple natural treatments that have been effective for lots of people is very exciting.

For further information contact Reno Integrative Medical Center, 6110 Plumas St., Ste. B, Reno, NV 89519, 775-829-1009, www.renointegrative.com.

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Appreciation Written by June Milligan, M.Ed., CCHt, PLR

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here is a beautiful story of a high school teacher who asked her students to list the names of the other students in the room, leaving some space between each name. Then she asked them to think of the nicest thing they could say about each of their classmates and write it down. At the end of the class period, each one handed in their papers.

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That Saturday the teacher wrote down the name of each student on a separate sheet of paper and listed what everyone else had said about that individual. On Monday she gave each student his or her list. Soon everyone was smiling, and some of the comments she heard were, ‘I didn’t know others liked me so much,’ and ‘I didn’t know people saw me that way.’ No one ever mentioned those papers in class again. The teacher never knew if they discussed them with anyone else. But it didn’t matter. The exercise had accomplished its purpose. The students were happy with themselves and one another.

That group of students moved on.

how much you appreciate them. That consciousness of the planet. Those teacher had been doing the same thing positive vibes will always come back to every year with every one of her math you in ways you might not expect, from classes. So she had influenced literally sources known and unknown. thousands of kids, and through their So not just during November – make positive feelings about themselves, By doing that, you will be retaining your personal power, no daywill a day of thanksgiving.

It’s power, not By doingEVERY that, you be retaining your personal she influenced literally everyone THEY giving it away to a rigid you person isn’t willing to change in easy, ittomakes feelwho good and it takes giving it away a rigid person who isn’t willing to change in came into contact with during the any way and who won’t shut up. very little time.

Every morning when you any way and who won’t shut up. following years. sit quietly for a few moments Learn to wake standup, back and observe human behavior in ever Learn toand stand back andthe observe Our society is so complex and we are all think of all thingshuman you’re behavior in every situation…at home, work or school. It’s often quite amusing home, school.

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Often repeating the same phrase, no matter what around and tell what they had done it as delicious as possible! What From Any THEN ADDScene/Memory SUGGESTIONS repeating the same“I’m phrase, no matterinwhat the manipulator says, is effective: not interested doing with their lists. Onebrewing. keeps it Often in the top does deliciousness feel like? It feels USING HYPNOSIS FOR THEN ADD SUGGESTIONS the manipulator may say, “But that’s what we’ve the that.” manipulator says, is effective: “I’m not interested in doing drawer at home, another putToit that in her GOOD. Mother Teresa said, “There NEW ATTITUDES/BEHAVIORS USING HYPNOSIS FOR always done.”

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Feed & Be Fed

by the Unconscious

Written by Andy Drymalski, EdD

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arby is an 8 year-old girl from Seattle who at the age of 4 started leaving food for the crows in her backyard. When she was old enough to attend school she would break apart her sandwiches and leave a trail of crumbs behind her for the crows to gobble up. Naturally, she developed quite a following of the appreciative black birds. When she and her mother started placing food for the crows in a backyard tray, they were amazed by what happened next. The crows

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began leaving small objects and shiny trinkets on the tray in return. They left a button, a paperclip, a Lego block, an earring, small pieces of sea glass, a variety of beads and a pearl-colored heart. One day one of the crows returned the lens cap to her mother’s camera which she had previously misplaced on a photography outing. The bird even rinsed the cap in the birdbath before setting it aside for later discovery. (For a video of Darby’s story, see: www.youtube.com/watch?v=n44g9fQYiXE)

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In his book, A Dictionary of Symbols, J. E. Cirlot summarizes the symbolism of crows across different cultures: Because of its black colour, the crow is associated with the idea of beginning (as expressed in such symbols as the maternal night, primigenial [original] darkness, the fertilizing earth). Because it is also associated with the atmosphere, it is a symbol for creative, demiurgic [world forming] power and for spiritual strength. Because of its flight, it is considered a messenger. And, in sum, the crow has been invested by many primitive peoples with farreaching cosmic significance. Indeed, for the Red Indians of North America it is the great civilizer and the creator of the visible world. It has a similar meaning for the Celts and Germanic tribes, as well as in Siberia … In the classical cultures it no longer possesses such wide implications, but it does still contain certain mystic powers and in particular the ability to foresee the future … (p. 71)

primordial inhabitants were unconscious, moved solely by their bodily instincts and desires. The myth concludes with the idea that it is the task of every human being to mine and unearth Sophia’s scattered particles of light. In so doing, we will grow in consciousness and begin to reclaim and embody our deeper spiritual heritage and potential.

In the story of Darby — the girl who feeds crows — we find a sweet metaphor for a psychological process that is available to us all. The crows are autonomous, living beings like the psyche itself. The psyche is composed of both conscious and unconscious parts. At its center is the Self, the creative and healing core of the total personality.

The Self is the source of wisdom that transcends (goes beyond) our conscious mind, or ego. When we feed the Self — that is, when we give it our attention and respect — we are fed in return; we unearth luminous particles of consciousness. These are the little In addition, crows are often fragments of Sophia’s wisdom associated with death — perhaps that reside at the core of your because they eat carrion — and being, and the universe as well. As with the trickster, as they are very daylight wanes with the advance clever animals. Taken as a whole, of winter, you may have more I especially like this dream for the way it so boldly reveals the The deep reality is that we are morally accountable creatures, they represent a creature that opportunities to feed your “inner morallike autonomy dream was not created whether wecrow” want to bewe or not.

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This dream was not created whether we want to be or not.

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Others might be causally relatedrelated to his decision and and actions.

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What is that he encounter a growing number of certain negativeisevents andwill frustrations if he aa growing growing number number of of negative negative events events and and frustrations frustrations if if he he ignores the moral directives of his deeper self.

Needless to say, ignores the moral directives of his deeper self.

Needless to say, ignores the moral directives of his deeper self. Needless to say, his relationship withwealthy the wealthy woman would be ill-fated. his woman his relationship relationship with with the the wealthy woman would would be be ill-fated. ill-fated.

Moral relativism the philosophical viewpoint moral Moral is philosophical viewpoint that all moral Moral relativism relativism is the theis philosophical viewpoint thatthat all all moral perspectives are equally or “true.” position rests upon perspectives are valid or This position rests upon perspectives are equally equally validvalid or “true.” “true.”

ThisThis position rests upon the that aa person’s morality flows from his/ the argument that because a person’s morality flows from his/ the argument argument that because because person’s morality flows from his/ her and people have different values, her system, value system, and because people different values, her value value system, and because because people havehave different values, all is with none any better than another. all morality morality is subjective subjective with with nonenone any any better than another. all morality is subjective better than another.

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OVERCOMING WINTER BLUES SAD SYNDROME

Written By Michael Gerber, MD, HMD

SAD syndrome, seasonal affective disorder, is when we lose the light in winter and people experience an increased incidence of depression.

There are a number of helpers to relieve this common problem.

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i tamin D has shown positive benefits against the SAD syndrome1-2. We generally like to add K2 to D3, 5,000 iu per day. Some authors recommend taking it before bed to help sleep. Tryptophan 1,000 mg three times per day is also effective3-4.

Adding tyrosine and cysteine to this therapy is even more helpful.

Tryptophan increases the amount of serotonin produced in the brain and works like SSRI antidepressant drugs without the side effects.

Melatonin, the pineal hormone, also has scientific support for improving seasonal depression5. The doses used for the study were quite small. Taking 3 to 5 mg of melatonin several hours before bed is usually very helpful. Light box therapy has also been used. I like beeswax candle gazing as described below to add extra light.

DON’T FORGET THYROID, ADRENAL AND PROGESTERONE SUPPORT Light stimulates the pituitary gland in the head, our master gland. All of our hormones retreat in the winter when the light is diminished. Adding or increasing thyroid hormone support in the winter may be helpful as is more adrenal support with increasing the amounts of Vitamin C, B complex, B5, (pantothenic acid), DHEA and adrenal glandular capsules. We also increase cortisol support when needed and provide our old standby adrenal complex injections with B12 and folic acid used since the 1950s. Progesterone is a mother

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hormone for the adrenal gland and improves stress tolerance, calmness and sleep.

STAY ON YOUR GOOD DIET If your mood is off please don’t aggravate the situation by eating everything Grandma puts in front of you. Candy, cakes, pies, soda, lots of bread, too much alcohol and foods that you know are allergic for you may seriously aggravate a funky mood by killing your blood sugar levels. Some comfort food can make you really uncomfortable.

Take your magnesium and sleeping amino acids with you when you travel. Insomnia can make everything worse.

CANDLE MEDITATION With the seasons changing and our sun exposure decreasing it is great time to learn an old Indian tradition which has been used by yogis for over 10,000 years to fill us with light and keep our moods strong6. It is called Tratak and involves candle gazing to stimulate our 6th, or brow, chakra. Charkras are energy areas in the body identified by yogis millennia ago. In our modern translation of these energy areas, the sixth chakra corresponds to the pineal gland in the middle of the head. The pineal gland, the third eye, is sensitive to light and regulates all of our hormones by releasing melatonin at night which turns down our hormones to let us sleep. It also gives us

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serotonin, the feel-good brain chemical, when exposed to light.

BEESWAX CANDLES Beeswax candles have a similar light spectrum to sunlight, making them ideal for Tratak. Most candles are made from paraffin, petroleum by product, whose light spectrum is red colored and not for gazing. Morning is the best time for the mood enhancing effect of Tratak. It is good to first do your morning cleansing (BM) and wear some loose clothing before sitting down. The candle should be placed one outstretched hand-breadth in front of your eyes.

Smiling is good, allowing you to image the light filling your heart.

Gaze at the candle with little or no blinking for five minutes or until you tear and then close your eyes meditating on the afterimage of the flame for another five minutes. Look at something green, a plant or grass afterwards. When the eyes are open, serotonin, the happy brain chemical, is stimulated; when the eyes are closed melatonin is

secreted creating more calming. Imagining inspirational images and thoughts, saying prayers or mantra can also enhance the experience.

For more info, contact Andy Drymalski, Reno and Carson City psychologist at 775-786-3818 or www.RenoCarsonCityPsychologist.com Enjoy his blog at Jungstop.com

references: 1-5. Nutritional Medicine, Alan Gaby, MD. 2011 Fritz Perlberg Publishing, Concord, NH 6. Dhanwantari by Harish Johari , Tantra Research Institute, Oakland California 1974, publisher Braun Brumfield

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ARE YOU THYROID DEFICIENT? Part 5

Heavy Metals, Toxins and Thyroid Disease Written by Dr. William N. Clearfield, D.O.

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n Part I, “Patient Mysteries, Are You Thyroid Deficient?” we reviewed two cases illustrating common clinical presentations of thyroid disease, the anatomy and physiology of the thyroid gland, symptoms of low thyroid output and common misunderstandings about the cause of thyroid disease.

1. Gastrointestinal or ‘Leaky Gut” Syndrome 2. Heavy Metals and Toxins 3. Infectious Diseases 4. Adrenal Insufficiency 5. Iodine Deficiency 6. Nutrient Deficiencies

In Part II, “Patient Mysteries, Are You Thyroid Deficient?” we reviewed diagnostic techniques and offered treatment modalities for a variety of thyroid maladies including medication, supplements and dietary advice.

The common thread connecting each root cause is “molecular mimicry.” Molecular mimics are abnormal, or “foreign” proteins that evolve when our body mistakenly incorporates similar but abnormal compounds into normal tissue.

In Part III, “Patient Mysteries, Are You Thyroid Deficient?” was an overview of the root causes, and suggested strategies to minimize symptoms and even reverse thyroid disease completely.

In Part IV, “Patient Mysteries, Are You Thyroid Deficient?” we discussed the interaction between the thyroid gland, gastrointestinal system and brain.

In this exciting episode of “Patient Mysteries, Are You Thyroid Deficient?” we examine the role heavy metals play in thyroid dysfunction.

As a reminder, hypothyroid symptoms include brain fog, fatigue, weight gain, a pale puffy face, feeling cold, joint and muscle pain, constipation, dry thinning hair, heavy menstrual flow or irregular periods, slowed heart rate, difficulty getting pregnant, and depression. 1 The root causes of thyroid disease are:

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THE AUTOIMMUNE HEAVY METAL TOXIN THYROID CONNECTION By age 10, a child born in the millennial year 2000 is exposed to approximately 80,000 chemicals that did not exist in 1970.

The “breakthrough” came about in 1974 with the development of glyphosate, a new potent herbicide that changed the face, in terms of toxicity, of agriculture. Those of us of a certain maturity remember well, via the magic of television advertising, the fate of side by side weeds growing through cracks in the driveway. An off-screen hand delivered a single spritz of glyphosate and 24 hours later, voila, no more weed.

Accompanying these agricultural “miracles” is a tremendous spike in the incidence and prevalence of

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“mistaken identity,” i.e. autoimmune disease, over the past thirty years.

There is strong evidence that glyphosate affects the endocrine (hormonal) system, GI bacteria balance, DNA, and contributes to cancer mutations. (2) PCBs contribute to brain impairment. Triclosan, contained in soap, toothpaste, and bath towels, leads to limb deformities.

Phthalates, contained in fragrances, directly attack the thyroid.

Perfluorooctanoic acid is baked into non stick cookware, and microwave popcorn bags. All of the above interfere with many metabolic processes in both plants and animals. (3) Mercury, perchlorate and nitrates are chemically similar to iodine, the element necessary for T4 thyroid hormone production. When absorbed, these poisons are mistaken for iodine, leaving the body less real iodine to make thyroid hormone, leading to hypothyroidism. The cells of the thyroid gland (as well as other cells in your body) become inflamed and damaged to the extent that the immune system no longer recognizes them as “self.” Antibodies to our own thyroid molecules are created, resulting in hypothyroid autoimmune disease, described by Dr. Hakaru Hashimoto in 1912, and known as Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis.

Mercury is found in sushi, cosmetics, vaccines, pesticides, dental fillings, and even coal fired power plant residue. Perchlorate is present in fireworks, fertilizer and rocket fuel. Nitrates are used in fertilizer and processed or cured meats like hot dogs and bacon. Spinach and celery naturally contain nitrates.

Avoiding these toxins is all but impossible, especially for those living near coal fired power plants. HEPA filters are readily available to clean the air and water quality improves with water filters. Consuming only organic, grass fed meats, fish with lower mercury levels (salmon versus tuna for instance), and avoiding processed and cured meats (or using nitrate-free cured products) reduces nitrate exposure.

Skin care products, genetics and dental amalgams can also lead to heavy toxic exposure.

Liver detoxification is the body’s way of ridding itself of these toxins. We have successfully used intravenous glutathione, the most abundant antioxidant in the body; Liposomal Glutathione in liquid form; NAcetylCysteine, its precursor in a tablet; along with milk thistle and Vitamin C in supplement form.

In Part VI, “Patient Mysteries, Are You Thyroid Deficient?” we explore infectious disease states as a root cause of thyroid disease.

Call us at 775-359-1222 to get started on the road to thyroid health.

references 1. Swanson, N, Leu, A., Abrahamson, J, et. al., Genetically Engineered Crops, Glyphosate and the Deterioration of Health in the United States of America; Journalof Organic Systems, http://www.organicsystems.org/journal/92/ abstracts/Swansonetal.html; Vol. 9 No.2(2014).

2. National Resources Defense Council, Position Paper, Neglect at Your Own Risk: YourThyroid and Environmental Toxins, http://www.nrdc.org/living/ healthreports/thyroid.asp accessed 9/6/2015.

3. The Birth of Modern Culture, Digital History, http://www.digitalhistory.uh.edu/ disp_textbook.cfm?smtID=2&psid=3313 , accessed September 7, 2015.

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Start the Day Healthy Written By: Kippy Spilker

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y favorite part of any holiday is breakfast.

I love waking up and knowing I’ve been given the gift of time (sometimes with a day off work) and no responsibilities but to cook and eat a homemade meal. To me it’s reminiscent of days long past when I used to wake up and drag a blanket and pillow into the living room to watch The Bugs Bunny/Roadrunner Show on Saturday mornings. Big breakfasts, to me, are nostalgic and comforting. What a great way to start the day!

I feel like breakfast, due to busy lives and challenging work schedules, is the meal that gets regularly scrimped on the most, yet it’s the one we should be giving our utmost attention. One of my co-workers recently told me, “We have a saying in Russia: ‘Eat breakfast by yourself, share lunch with a friend and give your dinner to your enemy.’” The healthy breakfasts on these pages taste so good, you might be tempted to eat them all by yourself, but share them anyway and then bask in the compliments and raves that are sure to follow.

As a bonus, many of these things can be prepped, at least in part, ahead of time. Therefore, you don’t have to wait for a holiday to enjoy these healthy, delicious breakfasts – you can take the time to treat yourselves and your families even when you’re on the go. Happy Holidays from all of us at Healthy Beginnings!

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Coconut Flour Waffles Nut- & Sugar-Free

Adapted from http://meghanbirt.com/2014/01/fluffycoconut-flour-waffles/ My only complaint about this recipe was that my waffles didn’t turn out very crispy, no matter how long I cooked them (that could be my error – the recipe called for coconut milk and I only had skim on-hand) but they taste amazing and I think this recipe would also make wonderful pancakes. My guilty breakfast pleasure is maple syrup, so I prefer waffles because they have natural syrup-catchers built in.

INGREDIENTS: • 8 free-range organic eggs • 1/2 cup melted grass-fed organic butter • 1/2 cup coconut flour • 1/2 tsp cinnamon • 1/2 tsp nutmeg • 1/4 tsp sea salt • 1/4 tsp baking soda • 1/4 cup skim milk (or canned coconut milk) • 2 teaspoons raw honey DIRECTIONS: 1. In a large bowl add the eggs and beat with an electric hand mixer for 30 seconds until the eggs are well beaten.

2. Add the melted butter slowly into the eggs while you are still mixing.

3. Add the coconut flour, salt, baking soda and milk.

Mix with the hand mixer for 45 seconds on low until the batter becomes thicker.

4. Heat up your waffle maker and make the waffles according to your maker’s specifications. Ours ended up making 5 waffles out of this mix.

Serve with butter, fresh fruit or maple syrup.

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We’ve even made this quiche the honey, if using, until completely combined. using takeout leftovers (Chinese and Indian are my favorites).

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Have fun with recipe!paradoxical, If you make a chili- or taco-meat-based and perhaps thethis more quiche, you can serve with a little sour cream and chopped green ral, foronion. oneIf you person in flair, a particular like a Greek you can add olives and feta, and serve with some Greek yogurt, hummus or tzatziki. However you ly right for another person. This make it, please share with us on Facebook or Instagram – we’d love toin see their your photos and know how you personalize this warm fferences values systems, and wonderful vacation-day breakfast! e fact that what is required for one idual may not be the same as what Better-For-You Breakfast Sandwiches example, quitting your job because Make-ahead chickpea flour biscuits: ne of your co-workers be aflour • 3.5 cups chickpea (besan, could garbanzo bean) • 2 tspare xanthan on if you in gum the wrong line of • 2 tsp baking powder ust one prodding from life to • 1more tsp baking soda • 1 cup grass-fed organic butter love. Conversely, • 1 cup skim milk your decision to • 1 if tbsp lemon ponsible life is juice trying to teach you • 1 tsp sea salt d you Options: are just avoid this 2 tbsptrying honey forto slightly sweeter biscuits, replace half the

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layered, to create flaky biscuit quality.

6. Stack your scraps and continue to lightly flatten and cut until all the dough is used. Put the biscuits on the baking sheet and put the whole thing in the freezer. Let the biscuits freeze, and then put them in an airtight container and keep until you need them.

This recipe will make 12-14 biscuits. They are more dense and filling than regular flour biscuits, but delicious!

When ready to prepare, brush the tops with milk, or sprinkle with cheese. Cook for 12-15 minutes at 425º F. Stack these incredible biscuits with your favorite breakfast combination. They tend to be a little crumbly, so my husband prefers to split the muffin in half and make two open-face stacks.

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By John M. DiMuro, DO, MBA

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he field of pain medicine has significantly evolved over the past 20 years. Not that long ago, the management of pain primarily involved narcotic painkillers or surgery. Today, due to significant technological advances in medicine, skilled interventional pain physicians can use minimally invasive techniques and advanced image-guidance technology to safely deliver medications to where they are needed most.

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In general, nerves conduct pain arising from either an organ (e.g. skin, colon or pancreas) or the musculoskeletal system (e.g. sciatic nerve, knee joint or tendon). What most of us do not realize is that there are specific targeted, non-surgical treatments for most pain ailments. Common pain therapies generally recognized by patients include epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks and joint injections. However, some of the more advanced and lesser-known innovative treatment options include radiofrequency ablations for both joint pain and organ pain, regenerative treatments such as platelet-rich plasma (“P.R.P.”) and stem cell injections for tissue injury, Botox® treatment for migraine headaches, spinal cord stimulation for all types of chronic pain, and intravenous therapies for conditions such as migraine, depression and complex regional pain syndrome (“C.R.P.S.”).

Given the multitude of pain procedures available, which one is best for you? This is the question that pain doctors have to answer every day. As usual, the most appropriate pain procedure will depend upon the pain diagnosis – not the medical diagnosis. For example, while the medical diagnosis may be “lumbar stenosis”, the pain diagnosis is “sciatica”. If the physician wants to try to make you feel better by easing the pain, an epidural steroid injection may be ordered. This is a therapeutic procedure. If the physician wants to assess if a specific nerve root is involved, then a selective nerve root block would be performed as a diagnostic procedure.

Obtaining an evidence-based pain diagnosis is paramount. While x-rays and MRIs demonstrate pathological processes or disease-causing states, pain diagnoses are obtained by combining the medical history, imaging study results, proper physical examination and, in some cases, performing some type of diagnostic pain procedure.

Most of my patients will ask the names of the medication to be injected. In most cases, it is a combination of a local anesthetic such as lidocaine paired with a cortisone or steroid-based antiinflammatory drug. The lidocaine usually gives at least some pain relief almost immediately while the cortisone can take up to two weeks to exert a pain-relieving effect. How each individual patient responds to an injection is highly variable. The percentage of pain relief and the duration of pain relief are two very distinct responses. Some patients will state that the pain

injection procedure they had “didn’t work”, yet they are sleeping better, being more active, and can sit or stand for greater duration when compared to their functional abilities prior to the injection. Other patients will relay that their pain is significantly reduced but they still can’t be as active as they once were.

Obviously, no two people share the same pain tolerance. A stimulus that may be perceived as painful to one person may be felt as merely a nuisance to another. This is the primary reason why there is so much patient-to-patient variability in response to treatment whether it is physical rehabilitation, medications, pain injections or surgery.

While of course there is no way to predict the duration of response to any type of medical treatment, most people are unaware of the innovative pain management options available as we head into 2016. Although the internet has allowed for easy access to information, I still find most patients to be naïve as to the many treatment options available to properly treat chronic pain. My experience has shown that people are more apt to purchase items from an infomercial such as a new bed, pillow, brace, shoe, compression garment or magic pill than to speak with their health care provider about a proper referral to a pain medicine specialist. If you have chronic pain, make sure you consult with a physician who is an experienced pain medicine provider.

Combining optimal nutrition, hormonal balance, weight loss, and mental health in conjunction with directed pain therapies, you can achieve a decrease in pain and an increase in function. There are many physicians who promote their abilities to treat pain, but there are only few of us who are subspecialty trained and board-certified in managing pain. While the recent changes to our healthcare system have significantly impacted the delivery of healthcare, rapid technological advances have allowed for much more pain targeted and patient selective treatment options. Remember there really are ways to diagnose and treat your pain!

Dr. John DiMuro is a board-certified and fellowship-trained pain management specialist at SpineNevada. To learn more about SpineNevada, please visit SpineNevada.com or call 775.348.8800 to schedule an appointment for an evaluation, physical therapy, injection therapy, pain management or a spine surgery consult. Please see ad on back cover page to learn more about SpineNevada.

Combining optimal nutrition, hormonal balance, weight loss, and mental health in conjunction with directed pain therapies, you can achieve a decrease in pain and an increase in function.

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Sprouting Roots Market 60 North Pine St., Portola, CA 96122 (530) 832-1642 Health food market featuring: organic whole foods, produce, supplements, skin care products, and more.

Stop in or give us a call.

Vitamin Connection 2295 S. Virginia St. #13, Reno, NV (775) 825-3993 Vitamins 20% below retail. Hard to find supplements. Ionized Alkaline Water, full up your water jugs here. Turbosonic sessions, ten minutes equal to an hour workout. We carry supplements featured on the Dr. Oz TV show.

Lose belly fat with HCG drops. Open Mon.-Sun.

hypnosis Joyful Changes June Milligan, M.Ed., CCHt Consulting Hypnotist (775) 786-9111 Quickly remove negative feelings from any scene or memory. Learn instant stress removal techniques as well as new ways to replace negative thoughts. Then together we instill the powerful goal suggestions that YOU want. All in one 2-hour session. Procrastination, situational stress, worries, smoking, ect.

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integrative medicine Gerber Medical Clinic Michael Gerber, MD, HMD 1225 Westfield Ave., Reno (775) 826-1900 www.GerberMedical.com Since 1975, Dr. Gerber has offered family-oriented medicine, addressing all health issues from infancy through advanced age.

Areas of specialty include homeopathy, bioidentical hormones, nutritional therapy, natural pain relief, infectious disease, detoxification, autoimmune disease, mood disorders, allergies and environmental sensitivities. Celebrating our 40th year of medical practice!

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Smart Movement Solutions The Feldenkrais Method ÂŽ Carole Bucher, BA, Guild Certified Feldenkrais Teacher 775-240-7882 Mindful, noninvasive movement classes and private lessons with Carole (RENO FELDENKRAIS) provide a simple, empowering path to improve vitality, reduce pain and functional limitations, and to regain quality of life after injury, surgery or illness. See Ongoing Events and visit RenoFeldenkrais.blogspot.com for weekly Class Schedule. The only continuous Feldenkrais classes in Nevada, since 2009.

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massage therapeutic Therapuetic Skin Care & Massage Karen Tenaglio - #1534 507 Casazza St. Ste E, Reno Office/Text (775) 722-9307 Since 1992, specializing in Medical and Relaxation massage and Brazilian full body waxing. 55+ 10% senior discount on all services: facials, peels, ear candling, and lash and brow tinting. Comforting and relaxing office. Visit www.therapeuticskincare.com Patricia Elliott RN, LMT Certified Medical Massage Practitioner NV License 5274 712 South Center St. Reno (775) 830-6284 Remove stress while relaxing in a cool, comfortable atmosphere. Enjoy Relaxation massage, Warm stone, Swedish or Therapeutic massage.

Research shows massage is very healing. Do something for yourself and call today!

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pet care Sugarland Ranch (775) 970-5350 www.SugarlandRanch.com Sugarland Ranch is a community based, nonprofit organization housing several small animal rescue programs. Volunteers an donations are welcomed.

psychic Samantha Fe 775-233-8965 www.SamanthaFe.com My intention is centered around healing, reflecting and receiving. I am here to be a mirror for you so that you can see yourself more clearly.

A reading will help you to uncover and reveal your own answers. This is where the healing takes place so you can begin to experience personal growth, as an individual and as a spirit.

By raising your awareness to energy, you will begin to see how it influences your thoughts and can manifest in our tangible physical world. I can help you break down foreign energy (energy that is not yours) in your space to create fluidity in your energetic channels and aura to assist you in finding balance. Every reading experience is different and I look forward to learning something new from each and every spirit and person that I work with. After all, we are in this together!!

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spiritual centers Spiritualist Society Larry D. Johson Community Center 1200 12th St., Sparks, NV 89431 www.SpiritualistSocietyofReno.org Meetings every Sunday at 11a.m. Spiritual awakening is a personal path, but a community helps you find the way. The Spiritualist Society of Reno is a community of like-minded people seeking to help one another on their spiritual path. Meetings include talk, mediation, healing and message service.

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calendar of events

12.01.15 - 12.29.15

12.26.15

12.25.15 – Christmas Virtual 1M, 5K, 10K 13.1

Moonlit Snowshoe Tour & Dinner

12.25.15 – Reindeer Racer Virtual 5K, 10K, 13.1

Every Tuesday, 5:30 pm Lasts about 45 minutes. Suggested donation $5. www.heart2heartschool.net for more information.

After the mountain closes and the winter moon rises, experience a snowshoe tour to the mid-mountain Chalet at Alpine Meadows. Enjoy an intimate seated dinner where you’ll be served an Alps-inspired menu with dishes like potato cheese soup, chicken cordon bleu and apple strudel. This unique experience is only available for 50 guests and available during select dates during the winter season. tahoetopia.com/event/moonlit-snowshoetour-dinner-0 for more information

12.26.15 – Pirate Virtual 10K (Blue Cannon) and Half Marathon (White Ship)

Meditation Group

12.01.15 - 12.29.15 Hatha Yoga Class

Every Tuesday, 6 - 7:30 pm in Reno Cost: $8 drop in or $28/month For info call Kathy at 775-544-1167 or email kstuartyoga@gmail.com

12.06.15 - 12.27.15 Conscious Practice

Every Sunday, 9:30 am 45 minute meditation followed by a twohour Conscious Dance. $15 each week. River School Farm www.riverschoolfarm.org

12.09.15 Reiki Sharing

6-8 pm, free of charge. www.heart2heartschool.net for more information.

12.12.15

Christmas Festival 10 am – 5 pm. Readings, healings, Santa Channeling (3 pm), Mystic Rose Gift Store sales event, Christmas snacks for all! Reno Psychic Institute/Mystic Rose, 20 Hillcrest Drive, Reno. (775) 324-2872.

12.15.15

Boar Head’s Feast The annual winter solstice celebration includes a medieval dinner and performances

by Nevada Opera Madrigals and Around the Hearth, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 15. $25-$30. Piper’s Opera House, 12 N. B. St., Virginia City, 847-0433.

12.25.15

Moonlit Drum and Dance Circle As the full moon reflects on the river currents, join us in a drum and dance circle around a bonfire. Beginners to experienced drummers welcome! Discover new beats, tempos and techniques! Bring your own drum or music maker; we will have some extras on hand.

Be ready to dance and watch fire dancers perform! Kids welcome! $5 donation to help us keep on keeping it on. www.riverschoolfarm.org for more information.

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Reno Psychic Institute Healing Clinics Clinics held at 20 Hillcrest Drive in Reno, unless otherwise noted Energy Healing Every Tuesday 5 - 7 pm Cost: Free (donations accepted) Trancemedium Healing Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the mo.

7:30 – 9 pm Cost $25

12.31.15 – Ten 10Ks (62 Miles) in 10 days Challenge 12.31.15 – Angry Gorilla 7 Day Challenge

December Advantage Lecture Series, Northern Nevada Medical Center Sparks Medical Building, 2385 E. Prater Way, Suite 201.

All events are free to Advantage Members and just $5 for non-members. Registration is required.

Wednesday, December 2 Time: 6 - 7 pm Topic: Hand Pain Presenter: Dr. Thomas Christensen, Orthopedic Surgeon, Reno Orthopedic Group RSVP: 775-356-6662

Men’s Energy Healing Every 2nd Thursday of the month 6 – 7 pm

Wednesday, December 16 Time: 6 – 7 pm Topic: Vericose Veins and Venous Insufficiency: Prevention and Treatment Presenter: Wynter Phoenix, MD, Northern Nevada Medical Group RSVP: 775-356-6662

Hands On Healing Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month 10:30 am – 12 pm Cost: $25

Monday, December 21 Time: 12:30 – 1:30 pm Topic: Stroke Support Group RSVP: 775-356-6662

Women’s Energy Healing Every 3rd Thursday of the mo. 5:30 – 7 pm Cost: Free (donations accepted)

Energy Healing – Carson City location Every Saturday 12 – 2 pm 1800 E. Williams St. #207 Cost: Free (donations accepted) www.renopsychicinstitute.com for more information.

01.02.16 New Year’s Fair 10-5pm at Reno Psychic Institute www.renopsychicinstitute.com for more information.

December Virtual Races Want to participate, but can’t make it to a race location? No problem! Run or walk at any location you want! You can use the treadmill, run outside, your own course, another race, or get your running group together. You can run the event any day before the race end date. For more events go to USRoadRunning.com.

12.12.15 – Crazy Cow 5K Challenge 12.12.15 – Ninja Virtual 5K (Pink & White) 12.12.15 – Shoe House 2 Person Team Challenge 12.20.15 – Movie Madness Virtual 5K (Pink)

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ongoing events Receive a Discount When You Buy Three Colonics Call Gerber Medical Clinic to set up your appointment.

1225 Westfield Ave., Reno (775) 826-1900.

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Smart Movement Classes RENO Feldenkrais Schedule • TUES 10 am at Cardio Kickfit, 600 So. Center St,. Reno.

• THURS 5:30 pm at The Reno Buddhist Ctr., 820 Plumas St. • SAT 3 pm at Cardio Kickfit, 600 So. Center St,. Reno.

All levels of fitness. You can start anytime by contacting: Carole Bucher, BA, Guild Certified Feldenkrais Teacher RenoFeldenkrais.blogspot.com • 775-240-7882 RenoFeldenkrais@aol.com Meditation Tools Class & Energy Healing I Saturday 11:30am Each class is six weeks, two hours a week.

The cost is $125 if paid first class or $25 a week.

Classes start Saturday, May 23 *Each class includes an aura reading.

Visit Reno Psychic Institute’s new permanent location in Carson City! 1800 Hwy 50 #207 Energy Healing Clinic Every Saturday 2:00-3:00pm Better Health at Your Fingertips Zyto technologies, bio-communication lets your body tell you what it prefers in 25 minutes at RIMC. Schedule now, call (775) 829-9330.

7 Day Slim Down Whole foods cleanse to control cravings and boost metabolism. Sign up at www.shannonvigil.com/slimdown or call cellular (916) 718-2684.

Ringing in Ears, Headaches, Heart Palpitations and Neurological Issues.

These sudden symptoms can be caused by Smart Meters.

Free Support Group. Call Gloria (775) 851-3322.

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Ear Candling is an ancient practice, dating back to biblical times in Egypt, the Orient, as well as European cultures.

This simple, gentle treatment removes wax from the ear, improving your sense of well-being, physical, mental and even spiritual. The candle is a long hollow tube made from unbleached muslin immersed in an aromatic herbal solution. After it dries, the cone is then dipped into beeswax. The cone or candle is then placed into the ear opening and the top of the cone is lit; soft warm white smoke billows down the tube into the ear and softens the wax. The flame on top of the cone creates a vacuum that pulls out built up wax, toxins, bacteria, dirt and residue from past medications. Ear Candling may also help with a dry hacking cough (a result of a sinus infection), sinus headache, tinnitus, and itchy ear. Today more people are seeking alternatives to digging in the ear with Q-tips or using a hydrogen peroxide flush to clean a blocked ear canal. Ear Candling is a relaxing, natural, non-intrusive treatment.

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