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une marks the first full month of summer; many families plan on vacations since their children are out of school. After I wrote last month’s letter to you, I booked a flight to check out a place I’d been wanting to go for years—Rome. I was drawn by art in school and took every art history class that was offered. I dreamed to see, firsthand, places like the Colosseum, the Sistine Chapel and the Fountains at Trevi.

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I decided to stay in and near Rome.

I explored the ancient city including Caesar’s Palace and the Palatine Hill area.

Power was expressed, in part, through the construction of aqueducts and the Colosseum. The Renaissance period began in Florence, a mind-boggling show of strength through the arts, with buildings, paintings and sculptures. Saint Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel were constructed/painted during the end of that period (late 1400–early 1500).

The trip was extraordinary, the people were so friendly, the food fabulous and I especially loved refilling my metal water bottle with clean, fresh, cold water from the ever-present spigots that flowed 24/7— a very different water consciousness from here in the states.

One of the most delightful experiences was at the Trevi Fountain.

Inset is a photo taken by my American friend, Jan. It represents being 100 percent present in the moment, creating laughable memories with total strangers that instantly became wonderful new friends. There were quite a few of these experiences while traveling about. If you’re interested, visit SusieQwood.com/blog to read my series of blogs from Rome.

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worse than here in Broward as we’re not comparing apples to same. There’s room for improvement everywhere and, as we know, it’s an inside job—shifting our selfdialogue and focus toward enlightenment / self-awareness. Everything is a reflection of that. I did like Rome’s see-through trash bins that seemed quite easy to maintain.

Sometimes I feel pain or anger when I look at trash; I breathe, go inside to check on my own self. Other times, I see it as an opportunity to share the joy in taking care of our planet. I collected a good bit of both metal and plastic littered items and intend to create something fabulous to share my Roman TRASHformation experience. Of course, they’re all small pieces and couldn’t take up much room as I purposely took only my laptop case and a carry on.

I was so glad I did as the hauling up and down of luggage on the multiple steps between me and the street were numerous. On the bright side of that... an opportunity to strengthen muscles.

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by Barnes on chronic pain is insightful.

I appreciate Yass’s approach and have ordered that book to read. Mindful breathing (meditative time-in) coupled with body time (muscle strengthening) seems like a good approach to breaking the cycle of chronic pain. I concur that pain is our body’s way of asking for attention, like the oil light on the car or a leaky faucet.

Healing and wellness are integrated into everything we do, even down to how we hold ourselves and how we walk. I am delighted to bring to you this June issue and expect that you’ll find the next piece of information you are looking for on your journey.

May the summer months be memorable and may you enjoy creating love and light in your world to share with others; be it in Rome or home, experience love as who you are; plan on it.

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Cracked Crowns, Leaky Canals, Mercury Toxicity, Oh My

by Jen Eccleston

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n December 2014, I was diagnosed with breast cancer in my right breast. I opted to have a lumpectomy but decided against other conventional treatment. I had been watching a docu-series called The Truth about Cancer by Ty Bollinger.

In one of the episodes they spoke of the importance of safe mercury removal and holistic or “biological dentistry”.

I had two mercury fillings that I knew had to come out, but hesitated doing anything for fear it would not be done properly. I had heard horror stories of mercury removal gone awry and wanted a dentist I could trust to do it safely. Meanwhile, I began to learn about the dangers of root canals and read that studies had shown a link between root canals and breast cancer.

I believe that my immune system will finally be able to do its job now that I’m not fighting a constant infection in my gums. I’ve had no ill side effects from the dental work and bounced back quickly even though my work was extensive.

In 2017, I began working with a new doctor who strongly recommended I deal not only with the mercury fillings but with the root canal as well. After getting a full body

thermography, the doctor showed me this thin stream draining down the right side of my neck into my right breast. She recommended I see Dr. Yolanda Cintron as soon as possible.

I was like a pensive cat at my first appointment. Having had bad dental experiences dating back to childhood, I was anxious about what this experience would be like. I was immediately calmed by the friendly staff at Dr. Cintron’s office. Everyone with whom I came into contact was caring and tried to put my mind at ease.

It turned out that I had crowns from years back that were cracked and allowing bacteria to penetrate my gums. In addition, the root canal that I had several years prior was extremely infected—going as far as the bone.

In about five hours (with the most wonderful sedation), the mercury was gone, infection cleaned out and the cracked crowns removed and replaced with temporaries. Everything that Dr. Cintron and her amazing staff did was with my safety in mind.

With a genuine humility that I find so rare in the dental and medical fields, Dr Cintron gives all glory to God for what she does and her motive is truly to help people get better. She and her staff went above and beyond to make me feel not only secure but cared for throughout the entire process.

Since my early diagnosis, I have been going to an extremely skilled lymphatic therapist, Terri BishopBrahen (MA22716) with Therapeutic Touch of Ponte Vedra, Inc., TTouchpv. com, (MM8630). After my initial appointment with Dr. Cintron, Terri could not believe the difference in my body. She said that before I went to Dr. Cintron, she felt a lot of fluid in and around my neck and even in my

ankles and feet. After the dental work, Terri told me my neck was back to normal and commented that even the fluid in my ankles and feet had gone down to a quarter of what it had been.

She believed that the dental infection had wreaked havoc on my body and I completely agreed.

I believe that my immune system will finally be able to do its job now that I’m not fighting a constant infection in my gums. I’ve had no ill side effects from the dental work and bounced back quickly even though my work was extensive.

I am extremely thankful for Dr. Cintron and her excellent staff. I would not entrust my care to any other dentist.

Dr. Cintron adds: “You can contact and connect with Jen in her blog (My big fat grain free life) and learn from her the latest info about living a healthy life free from anything God did not intend. Thank you Jen for sharing many blessings God bless you.”

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arol Ann Liaros will present a seminar on intuition, June 9 to 10, at the A.R.E. Annual Conference, held at the DoubleTree Hotel, in Deerfield Beach. Topics include Why Should I Develop My ESP? and Just What Is It? Liaros states,”There is nothing difficult about developing ESP. The most difficult task I have consistently faced in my workshops is convincing students how easy it is to use.”

Why develop your intuition at all? Some individuals have cited very practical reasons, such as to help solve problems or obtain insights to make better decisions. Others hope to gain objectivity for setting realistic goals or increase their own creativity. With more than 45 years’ experience, Liaros believes that developing ESP broadens self-understanding.

Many individuals see positive results in every area of their lives—physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually—as soon as they begin working with the additional insights that intuition has to offer. According to Liaros, psychic development offers a larger perspective on life and a new sense of connectedness with family, friends and all of humanity. Location: 100 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach. For more information, call 561.306.4788 or email Gina@ GinaPreziosa.com. See ad page 42.

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Located in a unique historic warehouse, the YW is a screened-in, open-air space with an eclectic store, an airconditioned meditation room and a tranquil peace garden/ nature preserve out back.

This Affiliated Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, founded in 1998, maintains a tradition of Classical Hatha Yoga brought to the West by Swami Vishnudevananda in the 1950s. The first Sivananda Center in Fort Lauderdale, which may have been the first yoga center in South Florida, started in 1969. Swami Vishnu also started the first yoga teachers training course in the West, now offered in more than 15 countries around the world. All YW teachers, dedicated graduates of this renowned school, are grateful to be able to pass on this ancient knowledge.

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ver the past 30 years, Bo Sebastian has helped thousands of clients lose 10 to 150 pounds by altering brainwaves that keep them from caring for their bodies. Their brains have learned by rote and negative input how to act and react. As a clinical hypnotist, Sebastian effectively gets inside the maze of negative thinking and recreates a pathway of positive thinking.

As the body enters somnambulance, the “observer mind” awakens. To make effective change, one must access and rewrite the pattern within this state of mind. Upon awakening, Sebastian will ultimately lay down new wiring for the brain that operates from a metaphoric light switch that is initiated through touch, creating choice. Each time the new neural-pathway is chosen, the new thought paradigm is strengthened.

One of the most successful hypnotists in the business, Sebastian has written 16 books on health and effective change— physical, mental and spiritual, with his latest, Your New Story, Your New Life now available.

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edium Lynnette Albert noticed she was different at a young age when she received a visit from a friend’s sister who had passed, wanting to let her family know that she was okay and not in pain. Over the years, Albert has continued to communicate with those who have passed. She has helped to bridge the gap of communication between those still living and their loved ones in spirit.

Our loved ones change when they pass on, but they never leave us. There’s no such thing as having to let someone go; by continuing a relationship, you are not keeping a spirit from moving on, but helping them develop their soul as they help and care for you in return. Your loved ones in spirit can always be a part of your life—in fact, they want to be.

Albert’s purpose in life is to help in the healing of others through messages received from loved ones of love, concern and ongoing involvement in the lives of those still living.

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The Empath’s Survival Guide: Life Strategies for Sensitive People

by Judith Orloff, M.D. A Book Review by Caroline Myss

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eing an empath is the new normal. The Empath’s Survival Guide is a perfect guidebook. Now people will know how to cope with being highly sensitive and empathic in their everyday lives without developing exhaustion, compassion fatigue or burning out.

Empaths are sponges that absorb other people’s emotions and symptoms. Dr. Judith Orloff offers a wealth of practical strategies to stop absorbing other people’s stress while keeping your sensitivities open and alive. She addresses the special needs of empaths in areas such as health, work, relationships and love, parenting and raising empathic children, and combating narcissists and other energy vampires.

Orloff discusses plants, Earth, relationships, telepathic

and precognitive and food empaths plus more.

The secret to a happy life for everyone who wants to nurture their empathic abilities in an often overwhelming world is to practice the self-protection strategies in this book. Validating that empaths experience the world primarily through their energetic or intuitive senses, such knowledge is vital to understanding and caring for your own awakening sensitivities.

Judith Orloff, M.D. is a UCLA psychiatrist, New York Times bestselling author and an empath herself. For more information, visit DrJudithOrloff.com.

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Ginger Relieves Infected Root Canals

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esearch from the University of Medical Sciences and Technology, in Khartoum, Sudan, tested the efficacy of ginger, cinnamon and a combination of both in reducing root canal infections.

The study tested infections associated with 50 teeth involved in root canals. They were divided into five groups. One was treated with a paste of extract of ginger, another of cinnamon, and another with both of them.

The final two groups were divided into a positive control group treated with calcium hydroxide with iodoform paste, and a negative control group was left untreated.

The researchers recorded the number of colony forming units (CFU) of bacteria—individual bacteria units capable of growing into a colony—before and after the treatments. The extract of ginger group showed the most effectiveness, with a reduction from 83 CFUs to 26.5, suggesting that ginger may help treat or prevent root canal infections. The cinnamon group saw their status reduced slightly, to 77.8 CFUs, and the combination caused a decrease to 49.7.

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High-Intensity Workouts May Keep People Coming Back

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study from McMaster University, in Hamilton, Ontario, has found that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) makes working out more enjoyable for individuals that struggle with regular exercise. Jennifer Heisz, lead author and assistant professor in the kinesiology department, observes, “Enjoyment during the first weeks of adopting a new exercise program may be especially important for preventing dropouts.”

Researchers divided 40 sedentary, healthy adults into two groups. One participated in HIIT, which consists of short bursts of intense exercises, followed by lower-intensity recovery periods, for six weeks; the other group performed ongoing moderate exercises. The researchers discovered that while both groups started out with equal enjoyment levels, the HIIT group enjoyed their workouts more as they gained strength, while the moderate group reported unchanged or decreased enjoyment levels.

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Vitamin D Helps Babies Grow Strong Bones and Muscle

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esearchers from the University of Rhode Island, in Kingston, have studied the rapid increase in Lyme disease in the northern U.S. Only 11 cases of the disease, which annually impacts about 300,000 Americans, were reported in 2015 in Alabama, a state of approximately 5 million residents. Meanwhile, there were 491 confirmed cases in Vermont, with a population of less than 700,000.

The researchers studied the life cycle, metabolism and behavior of black-legged ticks, collecting larvae from several eastern areas. They discovered that ticks live longer in cooler temperatures with higher levels of humidity, making northeastern climates ideal, because longer lives mean increased chance of contact. Southern ticks stay hidden underfoot in layers of leaves to stay cool and damp, making them less likely to find a human host than their northern counterparts, which reside on leaves and trees.

“There has been a lot of research aimed at finding out what makes black-legged ticks more efficient hosts for Lyme disease in the north than in the south,” explains Roger LeBrun, an entomology professor at the University of Rhode Island and co-author of the study. “People have looked at everything from the effects of temperature on tick life cycles to the types of animals the ticks feed on. Probably all of these factors play roles, but our results suggest that evolutionary pressure to conserve moisture by staying under the leaf litter surface is a critical factor.”

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Why Lyme Disease Ticks Thrive in the North

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esearchers from McGill University, in Montreal, Canada, have discovered a connection between vitamin D supplementation during infancy and a healthier ratio of muscle and fat in toddlers. “We were very intrigued by the higher lean mass and the possibility that vitamin D can help infants to grow both healthy skeletons and amounts of muscle, yet less fat,” says Hope Weiler, one of the study’s authors and director of the Mary Emily Clinical Nutrition Research Unit at the University.

The original 2013 study, which followed 132 infants given one of four different dosages of vitamin D daily during their first years, confirmed the connection with strong bones. The 2016 study used the same data to explore the impact of vitamin D supplementation on the toddlers’ body fat levels. The researchers found that children given more than 400 international units per day during the first year of life had an average of 450 less grams of body fat at age 3. They also found a correlation between the supplementation and lean muscle mass in the youngsters during their first three years.

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Inactive Lifestyle Accelerates Aging

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etting off the couch and just moving may help slow the aging process in women that do not lead active lifestyles. Researchers from the University of California at San Diego measured the telomere lengths of white blood cells in 1,481 women between the ages of 64 and 95. Telomere lengths are a measure of aging within genes. After adjusting for other health and lifestyle factors, the researchers found that the women with less physical activity had shorter telomere lengths than those with more active lifestyles.

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Healthy Eating Can Improve Bone Density in Women

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he importance of calcium for bone health in women is widely known. Now a new study suggests that a diet of foods considered low-inflammatory, such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains, may help reduce bone loss and fracture risk. Researchers from Ohio State University calculated the dietary inflammatory index (DII) of 160,191 participants using data from the Women’s Health Initiative clinical trials’ baseline food frequency questionnaires.

Comparative DII data were then recorded three and six years later among 10,290 study participants to determine any changes in their individual scores. Results were also compared with the number of hip fractures reported annually for the subjects, along with bone mineral density levels from the subgroup.

Women with lower DII scores had less bone loss in their hips after six years.

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Driverless Cars Promise Safety and Savings Hyundai demonstrated its Ioniq autonomous, or driverless, hybrid car concept at the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show, demonstrating that such vehicles— equipped with sophisticated sensors, GPS and computers—could be for sale within five to seven years.

Safety is paramount. Estimates for the U.S., based on a 2013 Eco Center for Transportation study, projected that if 90 percent of vehicles were autonomous, the number of driving-related deaths would plummet from an annual 32,400 to approximately 11,300.

“Drivers are excited that driverless cars will offer 90 percent fewer U.S. traffic accidents, 40 percent lower insurance costs, the end of drunk driving accidents and newfound freedom for seniors and people with disabilities,” says Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association. Its 2016 report Self-Driving Vehicles: Consumer Sentiments found that nearly 75 percent of consumers surveyed like the proffered benefits.

In Driverless, authors Hod Lipson and Melba Kurman highlight significant ecological benefits, including McKinsey research findings that driverless cars will yield up to 20 percent fuel savings, and a corresponding reduction in carbon dioxide emissions. Their smoother driving also extends a vehicle’s life.

Ford intends to deliver a fully autonomous vehicle for ride sharing in 2021, according to Mark Fields, Ford Motor Company president and CEO. Companies such as Uber and Lyft already are testing driverless vehicles in pilot cities.

An amendment to a law that governs the cosmetology industry in Illinois recognizes that the relationship between hairdressers and their customers may help curb domestic abuse and sexual assault. Salon workers are required to take one hour of training every two years to know the signs and provide resources to help clients. Without the training, cosmetologists, hairstylists, nail technicians and aestheticians will not be able to renew their licenses.

Angela Smith, a Chicago hairstylist, has heard many whispers of mistreatment by spouses or partners, of being choked, chased or emotionally abused. “Everybody doesn’t talk, but once you build a relationship, it comes up,” she says.

The law does not require salon workers to act on their suspicions, but helps them to recognize warning signs and be equipped to pass along helpful information. Available support includes hotlines, safe houses, restraining orders and access to legal professionals.

For more information, visit ChicagoSaysNoMore.org.

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Robot Parks Vehicles in China Lot A robotic, laser-guided, fully automated vehicle, manufactured by Shenzhen-based Yeefung Automation Technology Co. Ltd., has been installed in the Chinese city of Nanking. Called GETA (get a car), the robot slides under a vehicle, picks it up, and places it in a parking spot in even the tightest of spaces in about two minutes.

Yeefung General Manager Wu Hao says that the company developed the robot in response to limited parking in big cities worldwide, increasing efficiency by 20 to 40 percent. China has about 172 million vehicles on the road and projects that number to increase to 250 million by 2020.

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Under the Obama administration, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) found in its first rigorous nationwide analysis of the effects of pesticides on endangered species, that 97 percent of the 1,800-plus animals and plants protected under the Endangered Species Act are likely to be harmed by malathion and chlorpyrifos, two commonly used pesticides; another 78 percent are likely to be hurt by another, diazinon.

But now the new EPA administration under President Trump has declined to ban chloripyrifos; the decision may be challenged in court.

All three pesticides are organophosphates widely used on crops such as corn, watermelon and wheat. Last year, the World Health Organization announced that malathion and diazinon are probable carcinogens. Based on the EPA’s conclusions, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service will issue biological opinions to identify mitigation measures and changes to pesticide use to ensure that targeted products will no longer potentially harm any endangered species. As part of a legal settlement with the Center for Biological Diversity, the biological opinions are due by December.

Governments worldwide are taking control of a pollution problem with bans on different forms of plastic, including shopping bags. The Indian state of Karnataka has completely banned the use of plastic. No wholesale dealer, retailer or trader can now use or sell plastic carrier bags, plates, cups, spoons, cling film or even microbeads.

San Francisco became the first U.S. city to ban plastic shopping bags in 2007, and in 2014 it banned plastic water bottles on city properties.

Since then, they have included Styrofoam and thermocol (polystyrene). Hawaii introduced a ban on singleuse plastic bags in 2015.

Coles Bay, Tasmania, was the first town in Australia to ban disposable plastic bags in 2003, using 350,000 fewer than in 2002. Ethiopia, France and Morocco have followed suit. It’s all part of a global movement to protect the life of oceans and other bodies of water.

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The Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition reported that vegetarians can save at least $750 annually over meat eaters by reducing or replacing consumption of animal products and switching to sources that adhere to higher animal welfare standards.

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shingles can also lead to neuropathy, meningitis, hearing loss and blindness.

Fortunately, there are six safe and effective drug- and vaccine-free ways to prevent shingles or ease symptoms.

Vitamin C Therapy: According to Dr. Thomas E. Levy, vitamin C has been successfully used in treating shingles’ skin rash and blisters. In one study by Dr. Frederick Klenner, eight such patients received 2,000 to 3,000 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C by injection every 12 hours, supplemented by 1,000 mg in fruit juice every two hours. Seven reported complete pain relief within two hours of the first of five to seven injections.

As early as the mid-20th century, a study by Dr. Mohammed Zureick of 327 shingles patients demonstrated that vitamin C injections effected complete resolution of the outbreaks in all of them within 72 hours.

Fruits and Vegetables: Diets low in micronutrients including vitamins, minerals and antioxidants can increase the risk by depressing the immune system. In a British community-based study published in the International Journal of Epidemiology, researchers followed 243 shingles patients in 22 general practices in London with a control group of 483 individuals with no history of the ailment.

Those eating less than one piece of fruit a week had more than three times the risk of herpes zoster versus those eating more than three a day. The same pattern occurred when they looked at combined fruit and vegetable intake.

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ne in three people will develop shingles (Herpes zoster) during their lifetime. Although the painful skin eruptions last only a few weeks, chronic pain can persist for several months and seriously impair quality of life long after the red rash marks disappear.

Also concerning is that the rate of shingles is on the rise, according to a multidisciplinary review of relevant

literature by PLOS, a nonprofit openaccess science publisher. The cause may be widespread use of the chickenpox vaccine. A decade-long Australian study published in the Medical Journal of Australia showed that as its use rose, so did the incidence of shingles.

Shingles is acknowledged as being far more serious than chicken pox. Dr. Joseph Mercola, founder of the healthcare website Mercola.com, reports

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Capsaicin: Postherpetic neuralgia is a complication of shingles that can last long after initial symptoms disappear. Topical capsaicin, the spicy compound in hot peppers, may be an effective treatment.

In a double-blind study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 32 elderly patients with chronic postherpetic neuralgia were treated with either capsaicin cream or a placebo. After six weeks, almost 80 percent of capsaicin-treated patients experienced relief. The researchers noted that because capsaicin avoids problems with drug interactions and systemic toxicity, it should be considered a first choice in management.

A study of 143 Canadian patients in Clinical Therapeutics yielded similar results. Then, in a two-year followup of 77 of the patients, 86 percent showed continued benefits from the single six-week trial with no serious adverse effects.

Acupuncture: In a Chinese study of acute shingles cases in the journal Zhongguo Zhen Jiu, 72 patients were randomly divided into two groups. One received acupuncture around the margins of the outbreak.

The others received acupuncture plus moxibustion—a traditional Chinese therapy that burns dried mugwort

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One in three people will develop shingles (Herpes zoster) during their lifetime. near the skin—of the area around the needling. The acupuncture group had a relief rate of 85.3 percent, with the cessation of herpes eruptions, quicker scab healing and reduced residual neuralgia. Moxibustion-treated patients were cured within three days with a rate of 97.4 percent.

Tai Chi: A study in the Journal of the American Geriatric Society found that tai chi boosts immunity to the varicella zoster virus. In a randomized trial of 112 healthy adults, one group did tai chi for 25 weeks while another received health education. After 16 weeks all were vaccinated with VARIVAX, the live, attenuated Oka/ Merck varicella zoster virus vaccine.

Results showed the tai chi group had nearly twice the levels of cell-mediated immunity to the virus compared to the control group; tai chi alone increased immunity about as much as the shingles vaccine plus yielded significant improvements in physical functioning, bodily pain, vitality and mental health.

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In a University of California-Los Angeles study, 36 men and women over 60 were assigned either to a tai chi or control group. For 15 weeks, the tai chi practitioners received three, 45-minute instruction classes a week; their cell-mediated immunity to the varicella zoster virus rose 50 percent plus they experienced significant improvements in physical functioning.

Light Therapy: In a study published in Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 25 patients with severe pain in the first week of zoster rash were divided into a prevention group (receiving the drug acyclovir for 10 days, plus UVB light therapy three times a week until pain relief was reached or a maximum of 15 sessions); a control group received just the drug.

After one month, 58.3 percent of the light therapy patients were painfree, compared to 38.5 percent of the drug group. At three months, the ratios rose to 83.3 percent versus 53.8. The researchers concluded that UVB phototherapy in the acute stage of shingles might reduce the incidence and severity of lingering neuralgia.

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You may not have heard of it yet, but pickleball is a mixture of tennis, squash and table tennis, and it’s one of the fastestgrowing sports in the country. The USA Pickleball Association (USAPA) at usapa.org estimates that 2.5 million players are active now, with the number expected to multiply to 8 million by next year.

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Participants of Cardio Tennis, a Tennis Industry Association program, benefit from high-intensity, aerobic, interval training, using functional movement to run to return shots and move around the court in preparatory footwork drills. It also increases stamina and endurance, which enhances both regular tennis performance and overall fitness.

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pickleball facilitate its smaller, 20-by-44-foot playing area.

The need for less running about appeals to older players and others, as does the distinctive thud when the hard paddle hits the plastic ball. (Sample video at Tinyurl.com/ WinningPickleballShot.)

Christine Barksdale, 48, of Vancouver, Washington, USAPA’s managing director of competition and athlete services, played league tennis from childhood into adulthood until she transferred her passion to pickleball. She assesses that half of participants are “totally focused on pickleball,” while the rest see it as a way to improve their volleying skills for tennis. “It definitely improves reflexes. It’s easy for beginners to pick it up and have fun.” It also introduces kids to racquet sports.

Stretching the shoulders before playing is advised by licensed sports massage therapist Brian Horner, who works with athletes at pickleball, tennis, racquetball and beach volleyball tournaments in Arizona, California and elsewhere. The shoulder is like the handle of a whip in these sports, says Horner, who authored the new ebook Complete Guide to Winning Pickleball (PickleballTournaments.com).

“If it isn’t operating normally, when more pressure is applied it can strain the elbow and wrist.” Swimming, especially backstrokes, is advised because therapists regard water as a friend of shoulders.

“Sixty to 70 percent of the people that play [here] are retired,” says Steve Munro, owner of the West View Tennis Center, in Morgantown, West Virginia. He also sees the sport as a nice transition for older tennis players.

Pickleball was invented in Washington’s Bainbridge Island in 1965 by then Congressman Joel Pritchard and businessman Bill Bell. Along with the Pacific Northwest, some other major pockets of popularity include Chicago, Phoenix, southern Utah, Orange County, California; and Collier, Lee and Miami-Dade counties, in Florida.

Fast-paced action is a hallmark of pickleball.

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Two fun ways to use tennis courts for fitness are showing big increases in popularity.

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sample video), men can burn between 500 and 1,000 calories in one, hour-long class; women, between 300 and 500.

Estimates put the number of players currently engaging in such clinics at 1.82 million nationwide.

“Tennis is a chief component of Cardio Tennis, but it’s much more. It’s a group fitness activity, a major workout that increases the heart rate,” says Chris Ojakian, a global Cardio Tennis trainer and executive director of racquet sports with Elite Racquet Sports, of Marina del Rey, California. They manage and operate tennis programs at facilities nationwide.

A session often consists of a five-to-seven-minute dynamic warm-up including stretching, tossing tennis balls and light tennis play; more tennis lasting 10 to 12 minutes, including “cardio blast” sideline activities like quick footwork drills and jumping jacks when changing sides; 30 minutes of point-based tennis games with constant rotation of players and more cardio blasts; and a five-to-10-minute cool down.

“Participants are moving during the times they’d be waiting their turn to hit the ball in regular tennis clinics, and it works on the kind of quick footwork that’s done in competition,” explains Ojakian, the 2011 U.S. Professional Tennis Association California Pro of the Year.

Sessions, which also include party music and heart rate monitors, are “so fast paced and fun, people often can’t believe when they’re over,” he enthuses. “It accomplishes so much in one hour.”

Larry Carlat, of Venice, California, editor in chief of PurpleClover.com, credits participating in Cardio Tennis sessions with Ojakian twice a week and a healthier diet in the last three-plus years for losing 25 pounds. “You’re never standing still for more than a couple of seconds, and my footwork has improved,” says the 20-year tennis player. “Chris also provides tennis tips during classes. It’s fun and run!”

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Five Ayurvedic Wellness Rituals for Harmony & Balance

by Anisha Durve

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he wellness movement is gathering momentum as we all strive to look for new ways to stay in balance and be healthy. The busier we get, the more hectic life becomes and the more we constantly juggle our priorities on a day-today basis. Why look for new strategies when Ayurveda offers simple yet profound time-tested strategies to stay in balance.

For those new to Ayurveda, it is the ancient science of holistic healing which originated in India more than 5,000 years ago, and is also known as the sister science of yoga. Its depth and sophistication of understanding the human body, mind and spirit are unparalleled. The wisdom of this ancient tradition runs deep. Here are five simple Ayurvedic wellness rituals to transform your life.

1. Synchronize your body. Harmonizing with the natural rhythms of the day and night allows the body to function with more ease. Waking at least 30 minutes before dawn is the best time to rejuvenate the body and mind, have a spiritual practice and eliminate fatigue from the body. This time period is known as Brahma muhurta or time of awareness. Being alert at this time creates clarity in the mind, awakens spiritual energy and establishes one’s rhythm for the day. Greeting the day by watching the sun rise is a wonderful practice for feeling nourished by its divine rays.

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2. Synchronize your mind. Establishing a spiritual practice during these early morning hours, whether it is five minutes or longer, allows the body and mind to “reset” from the stress and fatigue of the previous day. It clears the mind and allows one to feel centered. Stress accumulates daily and it is important to also find ways to release it from the system on a daily basis.

Practicing mindfulness and learning a simple meditation technique can go a long way. Not sure where to start? Simply gazing at a candle flame for five minutes a day can bring silence and stillness into your being. Yoga nidra, an eight-step guided meditation technique, systematically creates relaxation in the physical body and mind and requires no effort to practice. Writing in a journal or reading an inspiring poem or literature of spiritual teachings can also be a spiritual practice that clears the mind.

3. Synchronize your spirit. Meditation works to benefit the mind and also the spirit. Yoga, Ayurveda’s sister science, has eight limbs that go into depth to penetrate not just the physical body or mind, but also profoundly the spiritual. Pranayama is often translated as breathing practice but it means cultivating vitality. By consciously enhancing the flow of this life force within, abundant vitality becomes the source of spiritual awakening. A centered breathing practice can create a nourishing stillness within that refreshes the senses, destroys negative thinking patterns and

Not sure where to start?

Simply gazing at a candle flame for five minutes a day can bring silence and stillness into your being. Yoga nidra, an eight-step guided meditation technique, systematically creates relaxation in the physical body and mind and requires no effort to practice. re-energizes the entire system. A mindful yoga sequence that develops awareness physically, mentally and emotionally can be deeply balancing.

4. Synchronize your digestion.

Regular mealtimes allow for optimal function of the digestive system, maximum absorption of nutrients and smooth metabolism. Sporadic meals throughout the day disturb digestive energy, cause irregular metabolism, create toxins in the system and lead to a multitude of digestive symptoms that, left untreated, can affect other systems in the body. Ayurveda believes in three regular meals/day that should be at the same time daily. Breakfast is optimal between 7 and 9 am when the energy of the stomach organ is best. Lunch should be between noon and 1 pm, but ideally at noon when the sun is at its peak because our digestive energy is also at its peak at this time. This is why lunch should be the biggest meal of the day. Dinner should be between 6 and 8 pm and not much later than the sunset because the digestive energy also wanes as it gets dark outside. Eating late at night will impair digestive energy and lead to prolonged digestive symptoms. Snacking is permitted but even snack times should be set for the same time daily. Practice this disciplined timing for one to two weeks consistently and you will notice the difference in your digestive energy.

5. Synchronize your sleep.

Bedtime rituals are emphasized in Ayurveda as critical to regulate energy, ensure rest and establish harmony with the rhythms of day and night. The consistency of sleeping at the same time each night trains the body and mind when to rest. An erratic sleeping

pattern creates disturbance in the mind and is a key factor leading to insomnia.

Going to bed by 10 p.m. or earlier minimizes this mental fluctuation. Pushing oneself to keep going until midnight or later will lead to insomnia, interrupted or restless sleep and a feeling of being unrefreshed in the morning. Proper rest is an important pillar of health that should be prioritized.

Ayurveda believes in a personalized approach to medicine and working with each individual to determine how to establish this rhythm in their life with practical, simple suggestions

that are appropriate to their lifestyle.

Seek out a consultation from a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner today.

Anisha Durve is an Ayurvedic practitioner, doctor of Oriental medicine and Ayurveda yoga and meditation instructor with more than 16 years’ experience.

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Aging and Spirituality

by Kris Drumm

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ne of the greatest gifts of aging is that we can become more self-aware and are often drawn towards more philosophical and internal reflection. It is a mistake to overlook the gifts gained by aging. In a workshop that David Fawcett and I facilitated called Vibrant Aging, participants listed gifts of aging, including seeing more clearly, knowing how to live, knowing that we

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can survive loss and struggle, having more time, taking things less seriously, having more personal power, stopping trying so hard, and having a deeper spiritual connection. Those are great gifts! I may note here that looking for and appreciating the gifts in things is a spiritual practice. Gratitude fosters love and positivity.

Living a long life brings us closer to spiritual connection in many ways.

We “elders” are continually dealing with grief over losses, including loss of identity, career, income, loss of physical mobility, loss of friends. Often, we turn towards spirituality when we suffer. “The dark night of the soul” is typically when we turn to God, Goddess, our Higher Power, the Universe, whatever we call that Life Force Source Energy. In the face of loss, new meaning is given to connecting with others. As we age, the priority and focus shifts from doing and accomplishing to being—and turning within.

Less importance is given to what people think of us and more importance is given to what our inner guidance tells us.

We grow deeper and more dimensional as we grow older. This depth has come from surviving all that life has brought us. Those of us who have survived life-threatening illnesses have an added dimension because of that interface with life and death. This dimension is a spiritual dimension as it is the direct experience of the life force energy itself.

This life force energy has been animating us for a long time, and as we age, most of us begin to ask philosophical questions that bring us to inward explorations about our connection to this animating force, and how we can use it for healing and a satisfying life completion.

When I speak of spiritual connection, I am talking about plugging into or tuning in with that animating force—source energy.

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and go within, to know our higher Self, our Big S Self (that part of us beyond ego), can help us discern the answers to questions we have about the meaning of our life and our path before us.

We know now that there is a direct link between mind and body and spirit; we can’t deny that. It is in our best interest as our body ages, or when living with any sort of disease or illness, to pay attention to Spirit. Spiritual connection is an important health practice. When we connect to the awareness of Source Energy, we elevate our own energy…enter our highest Self, and have access to our joyful essence within—peace, calm and a feeling of interconnectedness with All That Is. The increasing interest in spirituality that comes with age was reflected in this past cohort of ordained interfaith ministers at Sacred Journey Interfaith Seminary. The seminarians were all in their 50s, 60s and 70s and one seminarian was 82 when he began seminary studies.

Our connectedness to Source gives us a glimpse of the always unfolding energy of the Universe. When we go within, we may sense miraculous forces and the eternal cycles of birth, life, death and rebirth. This awareness has the power to rejuvenate and inspire us. As we live the concluding years of our lives in this embodiment, it is comforting to sense our connection to the eternal life cycle. It is healing to bask and steep in the energy of the life force, to remember and imagine that life force energy—the energy that sustains every living thing and keeps the planets spinning and the stars shining—is in each of our cells and atoms!

Creating a spiritual practice means simply setting aside time and space to intentionally remember our connection to the animating force of Spirit. Gratitude, nature, meditation, reflection, reading spiritual texts, being part of a spiritual community, all can assist us in remembering our connection to Spirit, which nourishes our mental and physical well-being.

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Homeopathy for Joint Injury and Pain Six Remedies for Relief

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oint disease, specifically arthritis, is a common problem in dogs and cats, especially as they age. The causes are many and include obesity, inflammation, immune dysfunction and normal wear and tear in joints. Conventional therapies include steroids, non-steroidal medications, analgesic medications to control pain and surgery, when applicable.

Clinical signs of arthritis include joint stiffness, pain, difficulty getting up and down, a pet’s decreased desire to walk or exercise and increased aggression due to pain. Keep in mind that other causes may be misdiagnosed as “arthritis”, but are related to another disease.

Many natural therapies for joint disease include acupuncture, chiropractic, cold laser treatment, physical therapy, Chinese and Western herbal therapies, nutrition and diet, homotoxicology and homeopathy. Several key homeopathic remedies recommended for human relief in osteoarthritic knee, hip and finger joints by Dr. Vikas Sharma, of Chandigarh, India, may also be helpful for pets with joint injury and pain, according to The Arthritis Solution for Dogs & Cats (PetCareNaturally. com). Consult a holistic veterinarian for individual treatment options.

Arnica This is a mainstay of homeopathy, as noted in the New World Veterinary Repertory, and applies to anything related to bones and joints. It is useful for chronic arthritis, especially if the painful parts of the body seem to worsen when moved or touched.

Bryonia Alba It’s especially helpful for pets showing signs of stiffness and inflammation with pain made worse as the pet moves, especially when rising and lying down.

Offset cold dry weather with warmth and humidification.

Discomfort is aggravated when the affected body part is touched, bumped or moved about, which may spur aggressive behavior, so show tender care and respect.

Relief typically comes when the pet rests the affected part.

This is useful for many arthritic pets and especially those with rheumatoid arthritis, which is rare. The remedy is also beneficial for pets that start the day stiff and in pain, but improve with continued movement. Protect them from cold, wet weather conditions.

Ruta graveolens Another widely recognized arthritis remedy, ruta grav is for pets whose symptoms may be exacerbated by cold and damp and exertion. It may be prescribed for affected and damaged tendons and capsules of the joints, when arthritis may have developed from overuse, repeated wear and tear and associated chronic inflammation.

The practice of functional medicine teaches combinations of complementary therapies suited to the individual pet’s needs. Homeopathics can be a beneficial element in treating animals suffering from a variety of joint disorders.

Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets.

Calcarea carbonica This remedy may ease deeply aching arthritis, particularly if bony or fibrous tissue has formed around joints. Avoid cold and dampness. Signs alerting a veterinarian to the problem may include muscle weakness, fatigue from exertion and a feeling of chilliness or sluggishness (these pets may also be hypothyroid). natural awakenings

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pain relievers in 2012. The problem is worsening. Every day, 1,000 people are treated in emergency rooms for misusing prescription opioids, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

A majority of Americans feel pain on a daily basis.

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Such statistics expose the magnitude of the problem of chronic pain. “It’s daunting, but there are many natural ways to address it that are inexpensive, effective and with what I call side benefits rather than negative side effects,” says Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, of Kona, Hawaii, author of the smartphone app Cures A-Z. Complementary, integrative or functional medicine, all names for a holistic approach to health care, offer a comforting wealth of gentle ways to address chronic pain, most of which the vast majority of conventional medical doctors are unaware, says Daniel Cherkin, Ph.D., senior investigator emeritus

CHRONIC PAIN

Natural Ways to Feel Much Better

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ccording to the National Center for Health Statistics, 25 percent of Americans, or 76.2 million, are suffering from pain that lasts more than 24 hours at this very moment: Ouch!

Lower back pain alone keeps Americans from going to work a total of 149 million days each year, costing the U.S. economy $100 to $200 billion, reports the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Other common types of chronic pain affect musculoskeletal tissues, knees, hips or the neck. Migraines and severe headaches plague 16.6 percent of adults over 18, per a National Health and Nutrition Survey. Neurological discomfort can reach as high as 12.4 percent, estimates a study from the Mayo Clinic, in Rochester, Minnesota. Even visceral or organ pain associated with heart disease, cancer and pelvic diseases occur in at

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least 20 percent of the global population, according to the International Association for the Study of Pain, in Seattle.

If chronic pain is affecting you, you feel it and want relief—right now.

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Unfortunately, conventional medicine often has little to offer most pain patients. Even for something as pervasive as back pain, surgery and steroid injections are usually an unsatisfactory first line of defense, having mixed results at best, seconded by prescriptions for addictive opioid painkillers.

Dr. Nora D. Vokov, director of the National Institute of Drug Abuse, told the U.S. Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control in 2014 that there were an estimated 2.1 million people in the U.S. suffering from substance abuse disorders related to prescription opioid

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with the Group Health Research Institute, at the University of Washington, in Seattle.

“Effective natural treatments include yoga, acupuncture, chiropractic, meditation, lifestyle changes and exercise,” notes Cherkin. “But since they’re not in most doctors’ medical training or learned repertoire for pain relief, patients aren’t offered the opportunity to try them.”

What Helps Relieve Pain Here are just some of the many natural and affordable forms of pain relief.

Try the Yass method: Mitchell Yass, Ph.D., of St. John’s, Florida, author of The Pain Cure Rx, is busting the myth that musculoskeletal pain is often caused by osteoarthritis. “Arthritis or joint deterioration is rarely

Sleep—Eight to nine hours a night helps replenish energy and heal muscles.

Hormones—Treat hormone imbalances even if lab tests are “normal”.

Immunity—Dysfunctional immune systems and persistent infections can lead to chronic pain.

Nutrition—In Teitelbaum’s studies, optimizing nutritional support, especially B vitamins, vitamin D, ribose, coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and magnesium, was helpful. A healthy, high protein, low sugar diet is effectively complemented by a variety of herbs and nutrients, primarily curcumin, boswellia, willow bark and fish oil, nutrients that widespread studies show stop pain better than pharmaceuticals. He’s also a strong proponent of eliminating sugar entirely because it causes inflammation.

Exercise—Daily exercise speeds the healing process and after 10 weeks following the first four SHINE steps, will increase the capacity to exercise.

For migraines, Teitelbaum advocates vitamin B2 (riboflavin). Numerous studies support the effectiveness of dosages of 400 milligrams per day to prevent migraines.

After just six weeks of use, a German study published in the European Journal of Neurology shows that taking a daily riboflavin supplement cut the number of migraine days in half for participants and significantly reduced the amount of migraine medication needed.

Tap for Relief: Also known as the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Tapping Solutions founder Nick Ortner,

of Newtown, Connecticut, says “Tapping sends a calming signal to the amygdala in the brain, turning off the fight or flight stress response and allowing the body to heal.” The physical tapping opens up the body’s energy meridians and allows them to relax so the natural healing process can take place, Ortner explains.

EFT combines tapping on specific body points while repeating appropriate affirmative statements such as: “Even though I have this [pain], I love, accept and forgive myself.”

He recalls a woman that arrived at a seminar he led with a toothache that had lasted for years. Doctors had done X-rays, seen an infection and prescribed antibiotics to no good effect. He asked her if she recalled when the pain began; without hesitation, she answered, “When my mother passed away unexpectedly.”

“So we started working together and the pain reduced significantly right away and eventually disappeared completely,” says Ortner. A follow-up with her dentist showed no sign of the former problem.

Up to now, the EFT research is positive. One study from the Energy Medicine University, in Mill Valley, California, found it helped people with chronic pain (some coping with severe fatigue and fibromyalgia) feel physically and emotionally better in as little as a month; another from the Foundation for Epigenetic Medicine, in Santa Rosa, California, showed substantially reduced trauma in institutionalized abused teenagers after just one EFT session.

Yogic Breathing Brings Relief

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n ancient yogic breathing practice, or pranayama, is used to rebalance the autonomic nervous system.

Dr. Maud Nerman strongly recommends alternate nostril breathing for those that experience chronic pain caused by physical or emotional trauma. Here’s a basic practice:

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the cause of joint pain,” says Yass. He points out that 90 percent of people over 60 have herniated discs, but no associated pain.

Yass treats patients based on his observation that in up to 98 percent of the cases he sees, weak muscles are the underlying cause of joint pain, and strengthening them provides relief. He says his prescribed exercises are usually effective in days or a few weeks.

“Pain is an indication of tissue in distress. For example, pain in the shoulder area is often an impingement of the bicep,” he says. His prescription is strengthening exercises using hand weights for the trapezoid, tricep and serratus anterior muscles. His book suggests a detailed self-diagnosis program and the necessary exercises to strengthen muscles and relieve joint pain (more at Tinyurl.com/YassIntroInfo).

Address underlying trauma: Osteopath Maud Nerman, of Novato, California, author of Healing Pain and Injury, has broad experience in treating neurological problems and brain injuries and often focuses on physical and emotional trauma as an underlying cause of chronic pain. She explains that the autonomic nervous system that directs unconscious body functions like breathing, digestion and heartbeat is interrupted by such trauma.

“Trauma literally shocks the nervous system,” she says. “The body cannot turn off the ‘fight-or-flight’ reaction, causing a firestorm of inflammation that can lead to a variety of serious diseases, overwhelming the body’s ability to manage its own healing.” Her work has showed how readjusting the body, restoring breathing and reactivating the autonomic nervous system can provide relief in short order.

Consider lifestyle, diet and supplements: “Pain is like the ‘check oil’ light on a car’s dashboard. It signals that something needs attention,” says Teitelbaum, author of Pain Free 1-2-3. “If the oil light goes on, putting a Band-Aid over it or smashing it with a hammer won’t help.”

Teitelbaum recommends an energy optimization approach he dubs SHINE that addresses underlying causes of chronic pain that has worked for 91 percent of the people he’s treated for fibromyalgia and muscle pain.

n After folding the middle two fingers of the right hand down, press the right nostril closed. n Inhale to the count of four. n Hold both nostrils closed for a count of eight. n Release the right nostril and exhale to a count of eight. n Repeat on the other side. n Continue for at least three minutes, alternating sides throughout.

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Meditation vs. Medication: Meditation may not resolve the underlying cause of chronic pain, but research from the University of Alabama demonstrates it can interrupt pain signals to the brain. It’s at least as effective as opioid painkillers in relieving chronic pain, according to a study led by Cherkin at the University of Washington.

His team’s 342 subjects that had experienced back pain weekly for at least a year were offered either eight meditation and yoga classes, eight cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) sessions or just keeping up their own regular daily routines that did not include yoga and meditation. The results, recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, confirm what numerous other studies have reported: 44 percent experienced a “meaningful reduction” in pain within six months of

the meditation or CBT sessions, equal to results reported by people taking addictive opioid pharmaceuticals. More, the pain relief continued for up to two years, even if the subjects stopped doing actual sitting meditation.

“Meditation changes the way people think about pain and how they develop skills to keep it from becoming a major focus in their lives,” observes Cherkin.

Regardless of the mechanism, experts in a holistic approach to chronic pain relief agree that encouraging self-control, self-determination and self-empowerment makes a huge difference in patients’ abilities to control pain more naturally and effectively.

Kathleen Barnes is author of numerous natural health books, including Our Toxic World: A Survivor’s Guide.

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Identify the problem (e.g., pain in back of neck).

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apping, or Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), soothes the body by turning off the “fight or flight” stress response that can cause inflammation and worsen pain, according to Tapping Solutions founder Nick Ortner, of Newtown, Connecticut.

Here’s how to do it:

Using one or two fingers on one hand, tap the “karate chop” area on the outer edge of the other hand while repeating the statement three times.

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Refocus on the original problem and rate its’ intensity. Restate what you’re feeling, as needed.

Source: The Tapping Solution for Pain Relief, by Nick Ortner; instructional video at Tinyurl.com/JessicaOrtnerTapping.

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by Ben Greenman

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hat is being a father? It’s, at least in part, about beginning. It is rejuvenating to locate ourself near the start of a child’s life. There are so many chances to get it right. The thought that we might also get it wrong flits across our mind, but it’s gone before we can even shiver at its presence. It’s also about returning to that question again and again, each time failing to acquire additional insight.

“What isn’t being a father?” is a better question. Being a father isn’t indifference, but neither is it a steady stream of calm wisdom or a place of consistent self-control or a clearly delineated set of exercises engineered to help produce

self-knowledge in offspring. Bridges are engineered. We stare into our little one’s eyes, beaming thoughts that we hope are received, translated and appreciated, waiting for a beam to come back to us.

Child rearing is worked toward, clumsily, imperfectly, with a deep and near religious faith in trial and error. Children are refined over time with the assistance of many imperfect philosophies.

When our second child opted in, my wife and I compared baby pictures of the two boys. “They look different,” I said.

“That’s not why I’m looking at them,” she said. “I want to remember this.” I remember looking at the pictures with her only because she has told me about it.

If, in part, fatherhood is remembering things that did not exactly happen, it is also forgetting things that did happen, some transformative to a degree that I could not have imagined five seconds before they occurred. Afterwards, I knew I would never be the same again. But I was.

As children grow, they are not the same again. Parenting boys instead of babies is already a grand departure from everything I have learned up until now and I am just coming to see that it will always be this way. Recently, in trying to figure out when a man that is not a father becomes a man that is a father, I remarked to my sons, “Even though I know being a father has changed me forever, I remember certain things that happened, but not as many as I would have thought.”

My older son explained, “Maybe it’s because you are thinking of us more than yourself. Maybe you want time to pass so we can get to the next thing in our lives.”

My younger son zeroed in, “The problem is that you think it’s parenting when really it’s childing.”

He’s right. What is being a father?

It’s letting someone else be a child.

It’s suffering through certain kinds of abstract pain so that they don’t. It’s bearing the brunt of disappointments so that they can go on feeling invincible.

It’s teaching how to forget as much as it is teaching how to remember… but it is still very near the beginning.

Ben Greenman is a widely published author and journalist in Greater New York. Connect at BGreenman.com.

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Backyard Pizza Party Grill Scrumptious Pizzas and Flatbreads

by Claire O’Neil

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ummer is high season for grilling when just about anything sizzled over high heat tastes great. Grill masters Karen Adler and Judith Fertig recently put this theory to the test when they fired up their grills—gas and charcoal—to cook bruschetta, panini, flatbreads and pizzas. The results tasted so good that they created a cookbook: Patio Pizzeria: Artisan Pizza and Flatbreads on the Grill.

Here are a few pointers using a backyard charcoal-style approach, with toxin-free hardwood lump charcoal, or a barbecue gas grill. Grill grates can be plain or fancy, from a pizza stone to a high-heat pizza oven—all can bring out that charcoal earthiness.

Great Grilled Breads

“No patio pizzeria repertoire is complete without a signature grilled bread.

It’s one of the easiest and most flavorful appetizers ever,” says Adler. This dish starts with good whole grain bread, liberally brushed with extra-virgin olive oil on both sides, and then grilled and topped with any number of vegetable 30

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mixtures, from fresh sliced tomatoes to sautéed bell peppers or broccoli rabe and garlic. “The bread slices should be big enough to manage on the grill grates with long-handled grill tongs,” she says.

“Simply cook on each side until the bread has good grill marks, then add toppings.”

For flatbread, Fertig suggests starting with a pound of fresh pizza dough— healthy grain, if preferred—cut into four pieces. Pat each piece into an oval on a floured surface. “The good thing about flatbread is that it can be just about any shape, so the pressure is off to make it perfectly round.” Brush each oval with olive oil before transferring it directly onto the hot grill grate. When the dough bubbles up like a pancake, turn it with grill tongs and cook the other side. Then top the grilled flatbread with mixtures like honey, pistachios and chive blossoms or freshly chopped herbs and grated pecorino cheese. “Grilled flatbread can go vegan, vegetarian or ‘omnivoreean’,” she says.

Tiny Pizzas with Big Flavor

Another variation is to step up from flatbread to small, individual pizzas, or pizzettes. For this, use the same fresh pizza dough, but roll it into four perfect rounds. One by one, the rounds go on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brushed with olive oil.

“Placing the dough on the oiled parchment paper first and then flipping it upside-down on the grill grates helps keep the dough’s shape better than placing it directly on the grates by hand. This quick flip-and-peel motion is easy once you do it a time or two.

Keeping the pizzas small also makes them easier to maneuver on the grill,” advises Adler. After each pizzette bubbles up like a pancake, it needs to be turned and moved to the indirect, or no-heat, side of the grill. There, it gets pizza toppings and can sit for a while with the grill lid closed, so the toppings melt.

Served with a fresh salad or summer fruit, a flatbread or pizzette makes for a perfect summer meal on the grill.

Claire O’Neil is a freelance writer in Kansas City, MO.

Pizzeria Recipes Baby Arugula, Ricotta, Sea Salt and Olive Oil Pizzas

Yields: 4 (6-to-8-inch) pizza servings

Fresh baby arugula on top gives this pizza a fresh first bite, with creamy, tangy, salty and grill-icious to follow.

1 cup ricotta cheese ¼ tsp dried red pepper flakes 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil ¼ tsp coarse sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 lb prepared pizza dough, garlic and herb-flavored, if possible; whole wheat, natural grain or gluten-free if preferred Unbleached all-purpose or

gluten-free flour for rolling out and dusting Extra-virgin olive oil for brushing ¼ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese 4 cups baby arugula (about 6 oz)

Stir together the ricotta, red pepper flakes and olive oil in a small bowl and adjust the seasonings to taste.

Set aside.

Prepare an indirect medium-hot fire in the grill, with heat on one side and no heat on the other.

Divide the dough into four portions.

On a floured surface, pat or roll each portion into a 6-to-8-inchdiameter circle.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush olive oil into a circle that’s a little larger than a pizza, and then place a pizza on the oiled circle. Brush the top of the pizza with olive oil.

Lift the pizza by holding the ends of the parchment paper. At a height of about 6 inches above the grill, flip the circle of dough onto the hot side of the grill grates. Quickly peel off the parchment and close the lid.

Grill the pizza for 2 to 3 minutes, or until it has good grill marks.

Turn the pizza with tongs and move it to the indirect side. Spread the pizza with one-quarter of the ricotta and sprinkle with one-quarter of the Pecorino Romano. Cover and grill for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese has melted. Repeat the process with the other pizzas. To serve, top each pizza with 1 cup of arugula.

Broccoli Rabe and Garlic Bruschetta

Yields: 8 servings

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greens are wilted keeps dark colors brilliant. Pile the greens, still dripping with olive oil, atop the toasted bread for an appetizer or delicious side with pasta or pizza.

For the sautéed broccoli rabe: 8 oz broccoli rabe, chopped 1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 /8 tsp kosher or sea salt Pinch of red pepper flakes (less than 1/8 tsp)

For the bruschetta: 8 slices (½-inch-thick) of Italian country (or gluten-free) bread 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

For the sautéed broccoli rabe, in a large skillet on the stovetop, heat 2 tablespoons of water and add the broccoli rabe and garlic. Cook until soft, 6 to 8 minutes. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with the red pepper flakes and salt. Adjust the seasonings to taste.

For the bruschetta, prepare a mediumhot fire in the grill. Brush each slice with the olive oil and grill 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until it has good grill marks.

Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the wilted broccoli rabe on each bruschetta and serve warm.

Thai Shrimp Pizzettes with Coconut and Chiles

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Yields: 4 (6-to-8-inch) pizza servings

Green curry paste, available in the Asian section of the grocery, contains green chiles, lemongrass and other tasty seasonings. Ingredients include enough shrimp for nibbling before scattering the bulk of them on the pizzettes.

For the green curry coconut sauce: 1 cup fresh or canned coconut milk, well shaken 2 tsp green curry paste Juice of 1 lime (about 1 Tbsp)

For the shrimp pizzettes: 1 lb large shrimp (31 to 35), peeled and deveined Extra-virgin olive oil for brushing 1 lb prepared pizza dough, whole

wheat, natural grain or gluten-free if preferred Unbleached all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour for rolling out and dusting ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

For the green curry coconut sauce, stir together the coconut milk, green curry paste and lime juice in small bowl. Set aside.

For the shrimp pizzettes, soak 8 (12inch) bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare an indirect medium-hot fire in the grill, with heat on one side and no heat on the other.

Thread the shrimp onto the prepared skewers and brush with olive oil.

Grill shrimp over direct heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until firm, opaque and pink.

Divide the dough into four portions. On a floured surface, pat or roll each portion

into a 6-to-8-inch-diameter circle.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush olive oil into a circle that’s

a little larger than a pizza, and then place a pizza on the oiled circle. Brush the top of the pizza with olive oil.

Lift the pizza by holding the ends of the parchment paper. At a height of about 6 inches above the grill, flip the circle of dough onto the hot side of the grill grates. Quickly peel off the parchment and close the lid. Grill the pizza base for 2 to 3 minutes, or until it has good grill marks. Turn the pizza with tongs and move it to the indirect heat side.

Spread the pizza with one-quarter of the green curry coconut sauce.

Cover and grill for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, or until the topping has melted.

Repeat the process with the other pizzas. To serve, top each pizza with grilled shrimp and cilantro.

Source: Patio Pizzeria, by Karen Adler and Judith Fertig; adapted, with the permission of Running Press.

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screen time when teachers are increasingly using media?” queries Pediatrician Corinn Cross, who practices in Los Angeles. “It’s hard. None of us grew up with this level of technology, and it’s moving faster than any advice can.”

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FAMILY SCREEN TIME How to Set Boundaries in the Digital Era

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inecraft. Pokemon. Snapchat.

Digital media dominates childhood. That time youngsters used to spend playing with friends, being with family or sleeping has been zapped. According to a study by the Kaiser Family Foundation, 8-to-10-yearolds are daily exposed to nearly eight hours of on-screen media and heavy

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media users are twice as likely to report poor grades.

Conscientious and concerned parents are setting limits on screen time and reclaiming family time. Experts, too, are working to define a “new healthy” at a time when many activities, from homework to shopping, are moving online.

“How can you begin to limit kids’

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Cross co-authored the American Academy of Pediatrics’ (AAP) recently updated digital media guidelines, which shifted from strict time limits to greater flexibility for and within different age groups. For children under 18 months, the recommendation is to avoid media altogether outside of video chats with loved ones. In the older age ranges, the guidelines are less prescriptive and more about setting individual limits that ensure getting enough sleep and physical activity along with achieving other developmental needs.

Cross believes excessive screen time is particularly detrimental for younger kids that have fewer waking hours and more developing to do. “Toddlers don’t learn well from screens, so you will have limited return from using screens for education,” she observes.

Kathy Marrocco, an Oakland Township, Michigan, blogger with YourOrganicChild.com, initially worried about her kids’ potential adverse exposure to radiation from cell phone use. Her concern soon turned to other big impacts of digital media encroaching on their lives. She cites a study of 3,000 parents

Media and screens are best used purposefully, to achieve a specified goal. ~Corinn Cross of grade-school-aged kids, which found that nearly twothirds of the children are using their devices at night instead of sleeping, with a corresponding drop in concentration, memory and energy.

Marrocco maintains firm boundaries with her daughter, 13, and son, 18, prohibiting the use of electronics at the kitchen table and in their rooms at night, in line with AAP recommendations. “They can only have devices in their room at night if they are in offline ‘airplane mode’ so they won’t be tempted to check or respond to incoming messages,” she says.

Kids don’t sleep well next to their phones, agrees Cross, a mother of three, ages 4, 6 and 8. “They have trouble falling and staying asleep.” She also doesn’t let her children use ereaders instead of books.

Prevent Screen Addiction Psychotherapist Nicholas Kardaras, Ph.D., an addiction expert and executive director of The Dunes, a rehab clinic in East Hampton, New York, is even firmer about screen time, having seen some kids go off the digital deep end. Delaying the onset of screen exposure is the most critical step a parent can take, suggests Kardaras. “There’s no evidence to suggest media exposure is beneficial to child development. Most tech geniuses, including the founders of Google, Amazon and Apple, were not exposed to it until adolescence.

“Treating digital addiction is challenging because you can’t be digitally abstinent in this society,” he continues. “Prevention is the key.”

Digital media abuse can have lasting developmental impacts, according to Kardaras, author of Glow Kids: How Screen Addiction is Hijacking our Kids and How to Break the Trance. DrKardaras.com cites numerous studies on the effects of such intensive use, from increased prevalence of attention deficit disorder to higher rates of depression. Brain imaging studies from institutions such as the medical schools at Indiana University and University of Utah have shown how heavy exposure to digital media has effects on the brain similar to substance addiction, reports Kardaras, affecting areas of the brain linked with functions like impulse control, brain connectivity and processing speed.

In his practice, red flags for potential digital addiction include strong reactions when devices are taken away, disinterest in “offline” activities, worsening of interpersonal relationships and dropping grades.

Modeling good practices is as important as monitoring kids’ behavior, suggests Cross. In her household, all electronic tablets and cell phones are kept in a drawer when not in use.

“If I have work to do or have to take a phone call, I’ll go to another room, then come back and be present with the kids,” she says. “Quality, face-to-face time is important.”

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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Decide the ground rules — “Determine rules that make sense for everyone, and it’ll be much easier to get your kids on board, as they won’t see it as arbitrary when you tell them to put their devices away,” advises Pediatrician Corinn Cross. HealthyChildren.org/MediaUsePlan offers a free interactive online tool to create a personalized family media use plan.

If kids don’t comply with rules, Kathy Marrocco suggests turning the WiFi off at night or taking away devices altogether. But don’t leave a void, cautions Cross. Substitute fun, fulfilling activities.

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Be wary of even “good” screen time — Test educational apps before approving

my boys’ elementary school not to give them portable devices until they were 10,” says Nicholas Kardaras, the father of 9-year-old twins.

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Watch out for rewards — Some screen time is more mesmerizing for kids than others, according to Kardaras, who treats such addictions. Most video games are designed on a variable reward schedule, similar to slot machines, which intentionally stimulates players to chase future rewards. Consider stricter limits on such media.

them for kids to ensure their quality and so parents can help reinforce the learning, says Cross. She likes CommonSenseMedia.org for parental reviews and information to filter media of all kinds, from apps and games to TV shows.

Consider advocating for limiting screen time in local schools. “I asked

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Play first in the real world — Because it reduces overall exercise, screen overuse can contribute to obesity. Cross recommends prioritizing exercising before daily allotted screen time; after being online, it’s more difficult to engage kids in physical activity.

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Molly Hagan on Eco-Living:

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by April Thompson

orn and raised in the Midwest, actress Molly Hagan moved west in the 1980s to pursue her dream of an acting career. Her childhood home was located alongside farmland that ended up being sold and quarried for limestone. “They kept buying more acreage and infringing on our life and landscape. It was hideous, and led me to want to conserve and protect the land and its beauty,” says Hagan.

Committed to realizing her professional goals, she’s also dedicated to living eco-consciously and furthering conservation causes. Hagan lives with her partner, archaeologist Richard Guttenberg, in an energy-efficient home below the San Gabriel mountains in Altadena, California.

During her 30-plus-year acting career, Hagan has appeared in more than 30 films, including the classics Code of Silence, Some Kind of Wonderful, Sully and Election. Her many TV episode credits include Star Trek Deep Space Nine, Columbo, Friends, Seinfeld, The Golden Girls, Grey’s Anatomy and Bones; she was a regular on the popular Herman’s Head and beloved Unfabulous.

With so many dimensions to sustainability, what issue most moves you to make green lifestyle choices?

My chief concern is overpopulation. The most conscious environmental decision I ever made was not to have children; my decision is in no way a judgment on those that do. But I believe the warming world is grossly overpopulated, causing resources to become precious, and we must make ever wiser choices.

What are some of the conservation steps you have taken in your home and garden?

When I had the means, I bought big-ticket items to conserve electricity, like a Sun Frost refrigerator. When money was tight, I focused more on little things, like energy-efficient light bulbs, composting and recycling.

When we bought our small home in sunny Southern California three years ago, we tore out the lawn and irrigation system and planted mostly native plants that require little to no watering. We have an organic vegetable garden, which we hand water using rainwater captured in rain barrels. We also capture our shower water and use it to water plants in summer and flush toilets in winter. Our house had no heating or cooling system, so we invested in ductless split-system heat pumps that cool and heat very efficiently.

We knew we needed to do more, so we met with a home energy consultant. We followed through with doable improvements like chimney balloons, painting our flat roof with a reflective coating and weatherproofing windows and doors, while we saved toward doing more big things. Last year, we were able to take the plunge and installed recessed LED lighting, upgraded all our windows and doors and insulated our home’s ceilings and floors. We also repurposed material saved from my former yoga studio for the flooring.

The insulation has reduced our air conditioning use by 70 percent; despite living in the scorching San Gabriel Valley with little shade cover, we rarely have to

turn it on. Our winter electricity bill is down 40 percent, so we’re already seeing a return on our investments, in addition to reducing our carbon footprint.

We know we can still do more.

We dream of going solar and adding a water reuse system. Next, we want to get everyone involved in planting trees in our neighborhood.

Because living in a sprawling city or suburb can raise our everyday transportation footprint, how do you minimize your driving?

It’s tough to have a small transportation footprint in Los Angeles. I took the bus a couple of times when I moved here, but it was difficult to make time-sensitive shoots and auditions. Luckily, nearly everything I need is near our home, and I try not to travel far unless I’m auditioning.

I’ve always bought small cars to save gas. I bought the first electric hybrid made by Honda, their futuristic-looking Insight. My last three cars have been a hybrid Toyota Prius.

Do you try to use your public profile to advocate for change?

I’ve always focused on what I can do in my life to live simply and cleanly. The choices I’ve made come from my heart.

I don’t carry statistics in my head, can’t quote experts and don’t consider myself an activist. I read up on eco-issues, get a visceral sense of what is right, and then try to lead by example. For example, after we tore out our water- and chemical-hungry lawn, our neighbors on both sides tore out theirs. It’s a simple, but powerful act.

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, in Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.

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hile some carmakers are filling showrooms with ever-larger gas-guzzling sport utility vehicles (SUV) thanks to lower gas prices, some car buyers want to do just the opposite and go greener with their wheels.

Fortunately, more eco-friendly options exist than ever before—many of which come with surprising personal benefits in addition to a cleaner, greener planet.

The green share of the U.S. auto market, combining battery electrics, hybrids and plug-in hybrids, peaked at 3.8 percent in 2013, according to the Automotive News Data Center. Despite a record 59 models available now, the share was just 2.87 percent in 2016. As Millennials— the generation that could be buying 40 percent of all new vehicles by 2020—fully emerge into the marketplace, eco-car numbers could zoom, although some think it’s possible they’ll by shunning car purchases for car-sharing services.

“The market has continued to shift to crossovers and big SUVs, and there aren’t many hybrid models available in those categories,” says Sam Abuelsamid, senior research analyst at Navigant Research.

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“We expect that to change in the next couple of years, when vehicles like the hybrid Ford Explorer reach the public.”

Navigant projects only 3.4 percent annual compounded growth in hybrid sales by 2025, but a much more robust 31 percent rise in battery-run electrics.

“Conventional hybrids without a plug no longer have the halo they once had,” says Bradley Berman, founder of HybridCars.com. “The cutting edge has moved to electric cars with ever-bigger battery packs and longer electric range. With gas prices at relatively low levels, the green car market remains a small niche.”

Getting a Green Bargain

Many of the greener choices are now a tremendous bargain for consumers. The federal government currently offers a tax credit of up to $4,500 for electrified vehicles, and many states kick in with added subsidies. Highlights include maximums available for electric vehicles (EV) with big batteries: California, $1,500 in rebates, plus single-occupant use of the high-occupancy vehicle lanes; Colorado, $5,000; Connecticut, $3,000; Delaware, $2,200;

Maryland, $3,000; Massachusetts, $2,500; Michigan, $2,500; Pennsylvania, $2,000; Rhode Island, $2,500; Texas, $2,500; and Utah, $750.

The Prius Prime is a prime example of the savings available. The acclaimed plug-in hybrid, with an electric range of 25 miles, starts at $27,100, before subsidies (starting prices are before destination costs). In California, it would be $21,100.

This means this well-equipped plug-in hybrid is, for state purchasers, approximately $3,585 less than a base Prius liftback hybrid ($24,685). It’s a buyer’s market for green cars, as manufacturers incentivize them to meet federal and California fuel economy averages. Buyers are encouraged to act now before subsidies disappear.

Hyundai is taking an interesting approach with its green Ioniq line, offering, beginning this year, affordable battery electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of the same midsized car platform.

“This is about freedom for the customer— they can choose the level of electrification that fits them,” says Mike O’Brien, Hyundai vice president of corporate and product planning.

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Plug-in hybrid: Audi A3 e-tron

The power (204 horsepower) and zeroto-60 mph time capability is similar to the Bolt, but the A3 offers a more sumptuous cabin and Audi’s celebrated driving dynamics. The electric range is a mere 16 miles, but 380 miles total using the 1.4-liter, four-cylinder gas engine. Prices start at $38,900, but it qualifies for a $4,500 federal tax credit and some state subsidies, too.

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Toyota Highlander

Hybrid car: Toyota Highlander

Chevrolet Bolt

Battery electric: Chevrolet Bolt

With the Bolt—GM’s first battery electric since the EV1—the buyer can get from zero to 60 miles per hour (mph) in 6.5 seconds from its 200-horsepower motor plus attain 238 miles of range from its huge, 60-kilowatt-hour battery, winning it 2017 Motor Trend Car of the Year, Green Car Journal’s 2017 Green Car of the Year and 2017 North American Car of the Year from a jury of automotive journalists. Prices start at $36,620, but subsidies can top $10,000.

Mildly updated for 2017, the Highlander is the only three-row hybrid SUV currently available, making it worth considering.

Good news includes a power increase in the 3.5-liter V-6 (to 306 horsepower), although there’s a small fuel-economy penalty. The hybrid is rated at 30 miles per gallon in the city, 28 highway and 29 combined. The bottom line cost starts at $36,270 without subsidies.

Other worthy cars: The fuel cellpowered Honda Clarity, Toyota Mirai and Hyundai Tucson (for southern Californians); any of the Ioniqs; the versatile plug-in hybrid Chevrolet Volt; and the quick BMW i3 and i8 and Tesla Model S if the budget allows.

Jim Motavalli is an author, freelance journalist and speaker specializing in clean automotive and other environmental topics. He lives in Fairfield, CT. Connect at JimMotavalli.com.

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Dear Karen Kaye, attend therapy. Instead, their parents need I am going through a to be in counseling to acquire the proper divorce and my fears are skills to help their children. overwhelming.

The following are the most pertinent Please guide me in how I should care points for parents regarding children, both for myself and my children emotionally during and after a divorce: while I am going through this process.

1. Children need to be taken out of the middle; they are not the ones getting Thank you, divorced.

Samantha 2. All decisions are made for the emotional, mental and physical health and Dear Samantha, well-being of the children (the proper proThe fears you are feeling are fessional, like a therapist or lawyer, needs to a natural response to what might be consulted for these decisions). have been an unnatural ending. It is closing 3. Keep the children’s lives structured the door to the “known” while entering the and, if possible, the environment intact. “unknown.” Although uncomfortable, this 4. Prepare children for the changes can be an “awakening” for your life. that will occur and how they will be Through the discomfort and questionhandled using age-appropriate, truthful ing, clarity will emerge. What is causing wording. your pain now, once learned, will be the 5. Do not speak poorly of the other foundation toward a new and improved parent—that puts children in the middle. you. I would suggest seeking professional 6. Do not use your children as your help in this transitional period. You will support system—you are there to support learn about yourself and your patterns with them. relationships that can change your course 7. Handle your emotions and anger to a more positive outcome.

This time of your life can make or break you. This is the type of pain that can ultimately motivate you to deeper awareness and help to identify destructive patterns. This will result in you feeling more complete and whole as you learn to live in your own skin. Remember, you are the keeper of your soul and spirit; no one can take them from you.

I suggest that you give yourself at least six months or more for intense evaluation.

You will begin to lay your new foundation, one good decision at a time. This is a lifechanging event for you and your children.

Some children may need professional help—an adult who is unbiased—while mom and dad may not be emotionally available. I suggest that children over 8 years of age be physically present in the 229 counseling. Younger children need not

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with a trained professional. Know that how you react will directly affect how your children will react. They will look to you as a role model. It’s okay to show emotions.

How long it takes you to progress is pertinent (this is a journey where some emotional movement should take place within three to six months).

8. Allow your children their feelings, which may be different from yours.

9. Children deserve at least one stable parent and a grounded home environment.

10. Keep in mind this is your children’s only chance for childhood. Shield them when possible, but do not lie or fib to them.

All the best, Karen L. Kaye Divorce, marriage and parenting are all specialties of the practice of Karen L. Kaye, LMHC. She has written a book for children of divorce that awaits publication. For more information, call 954.384.1217. See ad page 46.

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Stay Cool Summer Open House – 10am-1pm. All ages welcome at this fun-filled community event hosted by Keiser University’s faculty, staff and students. Activities include a scavenger hunt, video game demos, face painting, games, lab demos, food and 101.5 Lite FM. KU offers its students quality education and hands-on learning, improving each community one person at a time.

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Liver or Gall Bladder Issues? - By appointment, ATOM’s Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) program invites you for a free consultation & acupuncture treatment (herbs not included). Patients seen by licensed acupuncturists & supervised by expert in that field. Treatments observed by the class. Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine (ATOM), 100 E Broward Blvd, Ste 100, Ft Lauderdale. Appointments 954.763.9840 X 201.

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Unity of Pompano — Join us at 9:30am: Power Hour discussion on spiritual topics/books led by Cynthia Roberts, L.U.T. 11am: Celebration Service–Inspirational Message–Live Music; 11am Youth Classes K-12; Fellowship Hour following service. 261 SE 13th Ave, Pompano Beach, 954.946.0857.

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Ft Lauderdale Center for Spiritual Living Services — 10:30am Full Celebration Service on relevant topics. Includes musical presentations. 4849 North Dixie Hwy, Oakland Park FL 33334, 954.566.2868.

Catholic Mass — 10:30am, (+ Sat 5pm) The Parish of Sts. Francis & Clare, Staffed

by Franciscan friars. 101 NE 3rd St, Ft Lauderdale, 954.731.8173.

ECK Light and Sound Service — 11am–12pm, Free. First Sunday/month (JULY: 2nd Sunday). Experience Light and Sound of God. Learn about Eckankar HU Song, Rodeway Inn and Suites, 2400 West State Road 84 (Marina Mile Blvd), Fort Lauderdale, 33312, Johanna Carter, 954.693.5681.

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Tai Chi — 11:30am–1pm. Fitness, stress management, low impact, exercise routines. Oneness Tai Chi Intl., 92 E McNab Rd, Pompano Beach FL 954.394.4342.

Coral Springs Metaphysical Group — 1–3pm (1st & 3rd Sun ea. mo.) Free. Deep trance channeling. Ask questions. Get answers. Talk to psychics. At the home of Charles and Sondra Zecher, 12140 NW 10th St, Coral Springs, 954.340.7087.

Spiritual Oasis Event — 1:30–6:00pm, third Sunday of each month. $20, Psychic and Healing Special Event, come and share the excitement. Center for Inner Wisdom, 4849 N Dixie Hwy. Oakland Park, Florida 33334, Robert, 954.696.6389.

Helping Parents Heal Support Group — 2–4pm, 4th Sunday monthly, $Love, only for immediate family members who have lost a child. Sunshine Cathedral, 1480 SW 9th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315, Room 2, 954.865.1329.

Speakers Forum — 3–4:30pm. $Love.

Presenting uplifting topics, honoring all spiritual traditions. The Theosophical Society in Deerfield, 831 SE 9th Street, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 Palm Plaza, US 1 & SE 10th St., 954.242.8527.

Loving Spirit Connections — 4pm– 6pm. First Sunday of the Month $30.

Evidential messages from crossed over loved ones in gallery setting. Can’t Tell Foundation, 712 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, FL 33432, Susan, 561.213.0668.

Community HU Chant — 6–6:30 pm. 4th Sunday of each month, release your inner tensions and gain peace and calm Dunkin Donuts/Meeting Room, 1405 S. Powerline Rd., Pompano Beach, FL 33442. For more information, 954.693.5681.

Interfaith Sacred Celebrations of Spirit — Weekly on Sunday evenings 6:30–7:30pm at Darshan Center for Spiritual Evolution at a Healing Space,1410 NE 26th­ Street, Wilton Manors, Florida 33305. Rev. Dr. Grace Telesco 917.579.3750.

Free Guided Meditation & Kirtan (Satsang) — 7–8:30pm Meditation followed by uplifting call-and-response chanting & music. Yoga Warehouse, 508 SW Flagler Ave, Downtown Ft Lauderdale, 954.525.7726.

monday Reiki Circle — 2–3pm. $10Love, Center for Inner Wisdom, 4849 N Dixie Hwy, Oakland Park, FL 33334 call for more information: 754.214.1066.

Reiki Circle/Meditation — 7:30– 8:45pm. $10 Reiki healing circle, guided meditation & discussion. Center for Spiritual Living, 4849 North Dixie Hwy, Oakland Park FL 33334, Rev Elise, R. M., 954.317.3907.

Have You Had a Spiritual Experience?

— 3rd Tue., 6–7pm. Free. Sense you’ve lived before? Out-of-body or near-death experience? Spiritual Discussion for people of any faith. West Regional Library, Room 210, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, 33324 Johanna 954.693.5681.

Yoga 101 — 6:15pm. New to yoga or simply want a more in-depth breakdown of the poses? This is a great introduction.

Relaxed and informal with Q&A opportunities. Non-heated. Yogi Plus Yoga, 6329 W. Commercial Blvd. Tamarac FL 33319, 754.235.3353.

Men and Women’s Support Group: Conscious Awareness — 8–10pm. $20 per session. Designed for men and women to learn about and from each other regarding relationships, self-worth and the rewrite of negative patterns. Contact: Karen Kaye, LMHC, 954.384.1217 (Landline)

Holistic Chamber Ft Lauderdale East Chapter — 6:30–8:30pm. Fun, Networking, Authentic Connections, Learning – The effects of Emotional Intelligence in every aspect of your life.

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Unity of Pompano —7–9pm. Join us for our ongoing Metaphysics/Bible studies class taught by Rev. Lawrence Palmer, LUT’s Bev Spivey and Cynthia Roberts.

Unity S.E.E. credit available. 261 SE 13th Ave., Pompano Beach 954.946.0857.

Raja Yoga Meditation — 10:15–11:30am (& 6:30–7:30pm) Free. Enjoy the peace & love within. Hollywood Library, 2600 Hollywood Blvd, Roz, 954.962.7447.

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Chakra Yoga — 10:45am–12noon. $15 (All Levels). Chakra means wheels of light. Learn characteristics of the chakras and the properties associated with a particular part of the body recharging your energy. Namaste Yoga, 421 S. Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, 954.785.6333.

Meditation & Reiki Healing Circle — 7pm, $5Love, Nature’s Emporium, 8041 W Sample Rd, Coral Springs 954.755.2223.

Natural Dental Consultations — 2pm– 4pm. Free. Wondering how your oral health is connected to your body? Dr. Lipovetskiy specializes in Natural and Biological Dentistry. Advanced Dental Wellness Center, 104 SE 1st St, Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33301, 954.525.5662.

Awakened Living Group — 7pm– 8pm Free. Practical spirituality for your journey of spiritual transformation/self discovery Center For Spiritual Living Ft. Lauderdale, 4849 N. Dixie Hwy Oakland Park, FL 33334, David, 305.746.0881.

Kids Yoga — 4:30–5:30pm. $10. No class on school holidays Postures, breathing, relaxation, songs and games while making new friends Yoga Center of Deerfield Beach, 827 SE 9th St, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441, Louise, 954.427.2353.

Carole’s Circle — Guided Meditation, Reiki Healing & Channeled Message – 7:30pm. $15. Every Wednesday. Center for Inner Wisdom, 4849 N. Dixie Hwy., Oakland Park, FL 33334. Reservations and directions: Call the Center or Carole Ramsay 954.655.5490.

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Tai Chi — 7:30–9pm Fitness, stress management, low impact, exercise routines.

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thursday Meditation/Relaxation Class — 5:45– 6:30pm, free. Guided meditation & relaxation led by Ina Lee. All levels.

George English Park Rec Center, 1101 Bayview Dr. Ft Lauderdale. Call first, 954.463.4733.

A Course in Miracles Discussion Group — 6:30pm to 7:30pm. Free. CoFacilitated by Rev. Margarita and Rev. Nancy, graduate of Dr. Jon Mundy’s All Faiths Seminary International. Sunshine Cathedral, 2nd floor classroom, 1480 SW 9th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, 734.395.5857.

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A Course in Miracles (ACIM) – Unity Hollywood, 7:30–9pm, $10Love. Join us for our ongoing Christian Metaphysics Study on the book ACIM, Unity Hollywood Church (back room), 2750 Van Buren St, Hollywood FL 33020.

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Crystal Bowl Meditation — 6–7:15pm. $15. Learn how to meditate with Singing Bowls. Relax and experience a deep and profound inner peace with these sacred instruments’ vibrations. Namaste Yoga, 421 S Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, Florida 33062. 954.785.6333.

Monthly Gallery Night, Meet the Artists, Show & Sale —6–11pm, (second Friday ea. mo) A great gathering of varied talents. Host/Artist: Michael D. Colanero.

Uncommon Gallery, 2713 E Commercial Blvd, Ft Lauderdale, 954.336.4305.

Spiritual Evolution Study Group — 7–8:30pm $10. Ongoing series based on spiritually inspired texts. Darshan Center for Spiritual Evolution, 1410 NE 26th Street, Wilton Manors. Call Rev. G 917.579.3750.

Community HU Chant — 3rd Friday.

7:30–8pm. Free. Chanting HU can help you feel more relaxed and at peace. HU chant 20 minutes; contemplation for 5 minutes. Dunkin’ Donuts, Espresso Room, 9170 W St Rd 84, Davie, FL 33324. 954.693.5681.

Reiki Circle/Meditation —7:30– 8:45pm. $10 Reiki healing circle, guided meditation & discussion Center for Spiritual Living, 4849 North Dixie Hwy, Oakland Park FL 33334, Rev Elise, R. M., 954.317.3907.

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Release the week’s tensions, fears and cares in peaceful tranquility. Unity Golden Life Ministries, El Prado Park – Lauderdale by the Sea. Look for green blanket. When raining, under gazebo.

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Public Speakers & Thinkers Wanted! – 9:15–11am. Gelfand Good Morning Toastmasters Club. Beginners and advanced speakers welcome. Develop hidden speaking talents and leadership skills. TY Park–Community Room, 3300 North Park Rd, Hollywood. Info, David 954.400.9811.

Free Reiki Circle —10–11am. Divine Love Institute & Gift Shop, 2832 Stirling Rd, #H, Hollywood, FL 33020. Conveniently located just west of I–95 on Stirling Rd, 954.920.0050.

The Sistrunk Farmers Market — 10am–2pm. Locally, organically grown fruits & vegetables, old fashioned family fun, Artisan Market Vendors. Market hours EBT & SNAP accepted at the Market. Corner of Sistrunk Blvd & NW 10th Ave, Ft Lauderdale.

Raja Yoga Meditations at 3 Libraries — 10:30–11:30am, weekly, Free, at Dania Beach and Carver Ranches. Hallandale Beach 10:30–11:30am only 1st and 3rd Sat. each month. Enjoy the peace within.

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Community Acupuncture — 11am–6pm $30–$40 (Mon–Sat). Relaxing & effective! Acupuncture treatments in a small group setting. Thrive Wellness Center, 1244 S Federal Hwy, Ft Lauderdale 954.713.6118.

Yin Yoga — 2–3:15pm, $15. (+Wed, 6pm) Restorative Postures with Deep Breathing are held passively to expand motion in joints, supporting our immune system and emotional well being. Concludes with meditation. Namaste Yoga, 421 S. Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, 954.785.6333.

Psychic medium Lynnette —12–2 pm. also Sundays. $80.00/1/2 hour readings to communicate with your loved ones who have passed. Mystik Sisters, 3475 N Dixie Hwy, Ste 102, Oakland Park, 754.223.7001.

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Mon – Thurs, 7:30am – 5pm.

Dental Spa

Gregory Gertsen, DDS Michael Gertsen, DMD, MS 3640-7 N Federal Highway Venetian Isles Plaza Lighthouse Point, FL 33064 954-941-7778 www.FLDentalSpa.com Remove the uncertainty from your dental health! At the Dental Spa we are privileged to have the most up to date t e c h n o l o g y, i n c l u d i n g biocompatible same day crowns! We focus on creating optimal oral health and emphasize patient education and prevention.

Let your smile be a sign of your health and happiness!

DETOX

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Future now Detox

The Garden Gate

786-942-0502 866-419-3899 FutureNowDetox.com AskMeAboutNAD.com

Sears (N. side), Pompano Citi Centre corner/Copans Road and US1 954-783-1189 DonnasGardenGate.com

Pioneering South Florida with revolutionary NAD treatment therapy. Detox on the molecular level. Remove cravings and stress; let your body heal itself without narcotics. Luxury, inpatient accommodations and outpatient services offered 24/7.

energy healing bodywork

212 SE 12th St (Davie Blvd), Ft Lauderdale, FL 33316 954-525-6010 contact@yanidmd.com www.yanidmd.com

We follow strict amalgam removal protocols incorporating nutritional supplements for safe mercury detoxification ~ IAOMT member.

To promote better healing, our hygiene care incorporates ozone and essential oils for gum treatments. Only Mercury-free biocompatible crowns and dental materials used.

Free holistic toothpaste recipe.

HALOTHERAPY (SALT) THE SALT BOX

Angel Light Holistic Healing Linda Geer, LMT, RMT 954-558-0419 www.AngelLightHolistics.com

Reiki healing with aura cleansing, spiritual guidance, aromatherapy and chakra balancing for deep relaxation and healing of mind, body and spirit. Ask me about Animal Reiki. See website for all services MA 79609

6710 Parkside Drive Parkland, FL 33067 954-906-5985 www.SaltBoxTherapy.com Salt therapy, an all-natural treatment, improves respiratory health, decreases stress and fatigue, improves skin conditions, and strengthens the immune system. First session is Complimentary!

Fine art SusieQ Wood

Dr Yani Holistic and Healing Dentistry

A unique garden center specializing in Florida native plants, butterfly and bird habitats, herbs, orchids, water gardening, organic gardening products, beneficial insects, garden decor and more!

Holistic Podiatrist

954-630-1610 SQwood@gmail.com www.SusieQwood.com

Start With Your Feet

Art with feeling and purpose.

SusieQ is available to talk to groups interested in using the arts to create and maintain litter-free zones. Available for collaborative painting/mixed media projects: weddings, corporate events, etc.

Colorful, uplifting, thoughtprovoking designs and images. Oils, acrylics, and mixed media. Visit our website for more information on taking the Global TRASHformation pledge. Call for an appointment or home visit.

See ad pages 6 and 45.

Dr. Richard J. Rimler, DPM The Wellness Center at Post Haste 4401 Sheridan St. Hollywood, FL 33021 954-526-5800 StartWithYourFeet.com One of the only holistic podiatrists in the country who merges traditional and holistic podiatric medicine, along with a patientspecific biomechanical foundation.

Offering long distance “customized orthotics” on website online store. #StartWithYourFeet.

Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions. ~Dalai Lama

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Hypnotherapy

Homeopathy cure

Bo Sebastian, Hypnosis and LifeCoaching

Dr. Iqbal Nazir, M.S, D.Pharm, D.H.S. Licensed Lab Medicine Practitioner 954-226-3652 HomeopathTreatment.com

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Natural cure by Homeopathy of many Diseases & Symptoms.

Diabetic, B.P, Prostate, Arthritis, Sinus, Asthma, Depression, E.D, STD’S, Menopause, Cholesterol, Hemorrhoid, Colitis, Back, Joint or Period pains, Kidney Stones, Candida, Ovarian Cyst, Urine problems and more.... No Side Effects.

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Low TE Florida

Carolyn Zaumeyer, Nurse Practitioner 4540 N. Federal Highway Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 954-791-4498 www.LowTEFlorida.com www.CZnpoffice.com Bio-Identical Hormone Therapies, Testosterone Treatment for Men, Menopause Treatment, Botox, Weight Loss, Gynecology. See ad page 8.

Life Coach & Personal Strategist I work as an intuitive life coach and personal strategist. My passion is helping clients resolve inner conflicts and clear obstacles in their life paths to achieve their goals and align with their greater purpose. Schedule a free Discovery Session today!

Lymphatic Therapy Healing with Love

132 NE 1st Avenue Hallandale Beach FL 33009 305-439-3956 www.healingwithlove.biz

Hyperbaric therapy hyperbaricsrx llc

Laura H. Betts, ANDI IT, HCO, CHT 4654 North University Drive Lauderhill FL 33351 954-749-9998 info@HyperbaricsRx.com

Electro Sound Lymphatic Drainage Therapy • Assists in weight loss

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT): We exclusively provide HBOT utilizing hospital grade hyperbaric chambers in a compassionate, professional environment.

• Detoxifies • Reduces Cellulite tissue • Supports preventive health maintenance

NATURAL HOME EMF SOLUTIONS

Gary James Greenleaf Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 520-591-8282 www.garyjamesqra.com Professional scientific and bioenergetic EMF analysis of your home or office. Featuring GeoSafe-E EMF neutralizing technology that works. Sleep in peace and feel real rejuvenation today!

Organizer Life Organized by Bonnie, LLC 954-849-1023 Bonnie@OrganizeByBonnie.com www.OrganizeByBonnie.com

Got Clutter! Get Bonnie! Clear your clutter, simplify your life.

Specializing in residential organizing and downsizing. Home care coordination. Assistance with life transitions. Complete confidentiality. Licensed/ Insured.

Pain Management Scott Irwin, PhD, CTTS

at Healing & Wellness Spa 1732 NE 26th St, Suite 202 Wilton Manors, FL 33305 305-942-6378 www.Dr-Scott.com

K•Laser® Advanced Pain Relief Now Available! Non Surgical, Drug free treatment for: Sciatica, Tendinosis, Carpal Tunnel, Neck, Back, Shoulder & Knee Pain, Sprains, Gout, Arthritis, Shingles, Fibromyalgia, Neuropathy, Auto, Sports & Work Related Injuries.

Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to

test a man’s character, give him power. ~Abraham Lincoln 48

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Psychotherapy A Healing Space

Kris Drumm, LCSW, ACHT 954-549-0263 www.AHealingSpaceWiltonManors.com Uncover and transform limiting and damaging belief systems with individual and group therapies, including heart-centered hypnotherapy and inner child healing.

Free one half-hour consultation offered.

Reconnective Healing

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SPIRITUAL CONSULTANT

Hair Holistic Eco-Friendly StudIo

Carole A. Ramsay, Ba. Div., RMT 954-655-5490 Carole424@att.net www.GoddessTOUCH.net

Ibana Villasenor 881 E Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton, FL 33432 561-372-5354 HairHolistic@gmail.com www.HairHolistic.com

Hair services & products with a truly holistic approach. Digital hair - scalp analysis, detox & rejuvenation. Variety of ecofriendly, vegan hair colors like henna. Formaldehyde free keratin & botox.

After being certified in Reflexology and Reiki, Mary was led to Reconnective Healing that uses h i g h e r e n e rg y f r e q u e n c i e s promoting healing of body, mind and spirit. Her patients report miraculous healings in ONE session!

Susan Sheppard 818-414-6032, 818-548-0849 susan@gettingwhatyouwant.com www.gettingwhatyouwant.com If you want a significant increase in self esteem and a committed loving intimate relationship within the year, call for a free strategy session! See ad page 31.

RETAIL LilaSky

2019B Hollywood Blvd.

Hollywood, FL 33020 754-263-2482 ShopLilaSky.com Eco-friendly and design both inform how we curate our products. A community hotspot as it is a store, thus our unique community retail experience.

Lynnette Albert

As a child, spirits would visit me frequently. Now they come to me with messages for others....

John Bruno Salon

John Bruno 2412 North Dixie Highway Wilton Manors, Florida 33305 732-887-8126 www.JohnBrunoOrganicSalon.com

Specializing in communicating with those who have passed.

An organic and vegan hair salon specializing in hair coloring and hair cutting. Using OWAY organics hair color from Italy.

Oway hair color is ammonia free, paraben free, sodium free, and more.

relationship coaching getting what you want

SPIRITUAL THERAPY 954-684-2579 Lynnette.Albert056@gmail.com

MARY DISANO

at the Center for Inner Wisdom 4849 N. Dixie Hwy., Oakland Park, FL 401-263-8828 divinely@divinelytouched.com www.divinelytouched.com

Only psychic who guarantees her work! Plus pet psychic. Reiki, DNA Activation, communicates with deceased. Group, parties and private sessions. By appointment only.

schools

tai chi Oneness Tai CHI International

92 E. McNab Rd., Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-394-4342 www.meetup.com/taichi-91

Trained/certified in China. Tai Chi technologies. Fitness, stress management, low impact, mental rejuvenation. Forms, meditation, exercise routines. Healing to self defense. All ages. Private or group instruction. See ongoing calendar.

Summit—Questa Montessori School

Judy Dempsey 5451 SW 64th Ave, Davie, FL 33314 954-584-3466 info@summitquesta.com summitquesta.com A non-denominational Montessori school on a lush 10-acre campus with PE fields, organic vegetable garden, live pond, new gymnasium and pools.

Montessori education for toddler to 8th grade. Accredited by AISF, AdvancEd/ SACS, MSA, Ai, NCPSA and an AMS full member.

Recipient of the Gold Seal Award of Excellence.

Judy Dempsey is the author of Turning Education Inside Out. Confessions of a Montessori Principal.

Available on Amazon.com.

Wellness Center Natural Health Power Works

Dr. Rebecca Sherry Eshraghi, DNM, Ph.D 6974 Griffin Rd, Davie, FL 33314 305-720-9099 www.NaturalHealthPowerWorks.com

Allergies, Autism, ADHD, Detoxification, Gastrointestinal Health, Immune System Support, Customized Nutrition, Mood Disorders, Insomnia.

DISCLAIMER: Natural Medicine is complementary healthcare and unintended for diagnosis, prescription or treatment of disease and is not licensed in Florida nor a substitute for medical care.

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guide (crg) The Healing and Wellness SPA Bernadette Mosquera, A. P. 1732 NE 26th St, Suite 202 Wilton Manors FL 33305 954-564-6573 www.HealingAndWellnessSpa.com

We love treating our clients with TLC. We promote and facilitate their healing and wellness through one on one integrative therapies and education. Acupuncture, Massage, Facials, B-12 Injections, Cupping.

MM#33424.

Yoga Namasté Yoga Salon

407 South Federal Highway Pompano Beach, FL 33062 954-785-6333 www.NamasteYogaSalon.com We offer yoga for beginners to advanced. Warm, hatha, vinyasa & yin yoga plus crystal bowl and guided meditation. Chakra yoga.

Essentials oils for shavasana. See ad page 13.

Yoga Warehouse

508 SW Flagler Ave. Downtown Fort Lauderdale 954-525-7726 www.yogawarehouse.org Classical Yoga in historic, open-air space since 1998.

Beginners and all levels.

“Best Yoga” eight times.

Wonderful store. Many discounts available.

Free meditation and kirtan.

Yogi Plus Yoga

6329 W. Commercial Blvd.

Tamarac, FL 33319 754-235-3353 www.yogiplus.yoga We call our studio Yogi Plus Yoga, “The Plus” stands for Plus Size Yoga. You don’t have to be plus size or curvy to practice here, though if you are, you are very welcome! Our mission is to bring yoga as a tool to connect with your body.

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“Global Garden of D’Caps” (detail) Rotating SusieQ art available at Frame ‘n Art Gallery

229A Commercial Blvd, Lauderdale by the Sea FL Part of the TRASHformation series, as exhibited at Ft Lauderdale City Hall.

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