Awakenings Middle East May-Jun 2015

YOUR GUIDE TO WELLNESS AND HEALTHY LIVING IN THE UAE

YOUR GUIDE TO WELLNESS AND HEALTHY LIVING IN THE UAE

ISSUE 11 • MAY-JUNE 2015

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Stepping into the future of healing How genes for disease can be switched on and off

epigenetics Stepping into the future of healing

Wellness Wonder Women UAE From energy healing to yoga, meet the women revolutionising wellbeing in the UAE

Healing power of bone broth

From anti-aging to joints and digestive healing, a centuries-old tradition is back in fashion

How genes for disease can be switched on and off

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Alternative therapies for children Allergies? ADHD? For whatever ails your child, there’s an alternative therapy

Beating Crohn’s Disease naturally

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A UAE woman’s inspiring story ...and why food intolerances are deadlye

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14 Epigenetics: The future of healing is here

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Could a genetic test help you dodge a disease like cancer or Alzheimer’s? Epigenetics is the new frontier in medical science.

18 Alternative therapies for children

From asthma to Asbergers, a look at eight alternative therapies available in the UAE and how they can help children.

AWAKENED HEART

22 UAE Wonder Women of Wellness

From energy healing to yoga, meet the wellbeing revolutionaries that are transforming the UAE

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“How I won the battle with Crohn’s Disease”

After an unbearable three years with Crohn’s Disease and no help from traditional doctors, an Abu Dhabi woman turned to integrative and alternative medicine.

32 The healing power of bone broth

From anti-aging and detoxing to healing joints and gut lining, bone broth is a centuries-old remedy that could cure the modern world.

36 Sin to saintly: Desserts turned healthy

Sugar-free, gluten-free, dairy-free… your favourite, most indulgent and wicked desserts transformed into healthy treats.

AWAKENED BEAUTY

AWAKENED TRAVEL

46 Hunger games: Diary of a 10-day fast in

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Ten foodless days of meditation, introspection, fasting and daily DIY enemas in Koh Samui.

50 Retail Therapy

40 Snail facial: Slow aging with snails

42 Top toxic beauty bandits

51 UAE Wellness Listings

44 Spa review: Floating your troubles away

The latest anti-aging face treatment is snail secretions.

Avoid these bad boys that can cause anything from rashes to cancer, they’re lurking in everything from nail polish to shampoo and perfume.

The mental, physical and emotional benefits of floatation therapy.

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All your vegan cooking accessories are now a click away in the UAE. The A to Z of local wellness services, products, healers, centres…

58 Neanderthal man goes new age

Diary of how life is changing for a 40-something caveman since he met the Tree Hugger.

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here are some great quotes in this issue of Awakenings. Let me throw a couple of them by you now: ‘You are what you eat so don’t be cheap, fake and fast.’ You can find that in the Crohn’s Disease story - an enlightening insight into how food can be so much more powerful than medication for healing (pg 28). I’m also loving the ‘your genes hold the gun but your lifestyle and environment pull the trigger’ quote. This is from the Epigenetics story (pg 14). Basically, you might have a gene that predisposes you to cancer, obesity, dementia or whatever but it’s your lifestyle choices and the environment you live in that determine whether this gene will switch ‘on’ or not. Even more empowering, a gene that has been switched on can be switched off again with lifestyle changes. According to the doctor quoted in the story, it’s the massive amounts of sugar and gluten we’re consuming that play a huge part in switching on so many disease genes - from diabetes to cancer, Alzheimer’s, auto-immune conditions, thyroid disorders and so much more. Some believe the modern diet and lifestyle is also responsible for conditions like autism and ADD. One thing that’s undeniable is that we have a global pandemic of diseases that not so long ago were very rare. Something’s going on. The question is whether we, as a species, will figure it all out in time and change our ways. On a lighter note, you’ve got to have a go at baking the vegan blackbean brownies (pg 37), I can vouch for their utter deliciousness.

In our story ‘Sinful to Saintly’ we took four much-loved wicked desserts and tweaked the recipes to transform them into nutrition-packed treats. Still on the food theme, right now, as I type this, there’s a pot of chicken bone broth simmering on the stove. I am a convert to broth - it’s said to be a magical liquid that heals just about anything you can think of so I am anticipating miracles.

There will be bitter tears if I don’t get at least one miracle. After all, you have to simmer this stuff for about 12 hours. Some people simmer it for up to two days!

The DEWA bill! Before this, the longest I spent cooking something was three minutes for boiled eggs. So anyway, yes, I should getting my first miracle any day now. I’ll let you know how that goes.

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From energy healing UAE to yoga, meet the revolutionising women wellbeing in the UAE

Healing power of

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What’s happening in your town The 2015 Entertainer Body Book is out

Containing vouchers from businesses like Inspire Yoga + Pilates + Fitness, Life’n One, Breath and Health Alternative Medical Centre, Health First Pharmacy, and more. It’s a ‘must have’ for the wellness bargain hunter. To buy the Dubai or Abu Dhabi book or phone app go to www.theentertainerme.com or purchase the mobile app through your App Store and never say the words, ‘Oh no, I left my voucher at home’ again.

But wait! The lovely people at The Entertainer have given us five Body Book mobile apps to give away to Awakenings readers. Just send an email to win@awakeningsme.com, put ‘Entertainer Body Book app’ in the subject head and tell us in 25 words or less why you want one. Dubai or Abu Dhabi apps available.

8-9 May, Hypnotherapy for Beginners: Level 1 Certification Course

The stage 1 certification course towards obtaining a professional qualification in integrated clinical hypnotherapy. The course covers: Brief History of Hypnosis; Development of the Human Mind; Introduction to Dreams; How to plant positive suggestions in the mind, to reverse negative thoughts/ emotions/beliefs.

Venue: Illuminations Well-Being Center, JLT. Tel. +971 (4) 448 7043 Times: 10am - 6pm Price: AED 1200 www.illuminations.ae

Wednesday mornings, Yoga Therapy Classes

Every Wednesday morning from 10am to 11am, Yoga Therapy classes are at Illuminations Wellbeing Centre.

Price: AED 50 www.illuminations.ae

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8 May, Yoga, Diet and Lifestyle for Thyroid Disorders Workshop

Can’t lose weight no matter what you try? Thinning hair? Dry skin?

Digestive issues…? For anyone who has a thyroid issue – or thinks they have, this workshop looks how food and lifestyle affect thyroid function and how yoga can help manage thyroid disorders.

Venue: Yoga Ashram, Apt 1504, X3, Cluster X, JLT Time: Sat 8 May, 11am to 1pm Price: AED 150 (AED 100 Yoga Ashram members) To book, tel: 04 360 9028 or email: info@yogaashram.com www.yogaashram.com

Mindful May and Fluid June at Inspire Yoga!

The team at Inspire Yoga + Pilates + Fitness are helping you get mindful in May, there’s Candlelight Yin Yoga on Sundays; 7.30am meditation on Wednesdays and FREE yoga for students on Fridays and Saturdays at 5pm – just bring your school ID. In June, the theme is fluidity of body and mind so the Vinyasa Flow classes on Fridays at 11am and Saturdays at 10.15am are free for swimmers. Head on down and check it out!

The Inspire studio is just up from Jones the Grocer on Sheikh Zayed Road, above Bystro.

Email elisa@inspiremeyoga.net or call +971 52 777 6108. www.inspiremeyoga.net

30 May, Business Energetics workshop

Calling business owners and entrepreneurs! Business Energetics is about looking at your business from all perspectives. The energy flow between the stakeholders and key energetic structures of the business are checked and corrected: Owners, investors, managers, employees, suppliers, customers and other company specific situations.

• Remove invisible blocks to business growth • Work on big deals as they are happening to strengthen the energetic connections • Increase productivity, profitability for your business / team • Experience real results and situational shifts leading to universal alignment in all areas of your business Timing: Saturday 9 May, 10am-5pm Price: AED 750 Venue: The Change Initiative, Sheikh Zayed Rd near MOE Tel: + 971 56 224 7700 www.yazanpower.com

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What’s happening in your town 15-17 May, Spiritual Response Therapy (SRT) Basic Course

SRT is a powerful spiritual method of healing that works with your muscle response to bypass your limited conscious capacity, to connect with the subconscious guidance within.

Through a set of charts and a pendulum, students will learn how to work with High Self to clear energy blockages, imbalances and disharmony in order to resolve any situation.

Venue: Illuminations Wellbeing Center, JLT Timings: Friday and Saturday (10am-6pm) and Sunday (6pm-10pm) Price: AED 1750 www.illuminations.ae

One Café is open all summer

For those in Dubai not leaving for summer, One Café in Life’n One wellness centre is staying open through the hot season.

The menu is vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free and sugar-free.

One Café, Life’n One wellness centre (behind Magrudy’s Books in Jumeirah Plaza, Jumeirah Beach Road) www.lifenone.com

“You’ve been criticizing yourself for years and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” Louise Hay.

(Tip: For 30 days, write one thing per day you appreciate about your body.)

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What’s happening in your town 15-16 May, Art of Success - FREE event!

A free two-day workshop to resolve blocks to success, wealth and love; release stress and excess weight and find focus.

Father and son team Sumant and Sumeet Kaul are offering this free two-day event for anyone wanting to change their life or attract love, abundance, health.

Registration required so call now on 055 268 7878.

Venue: DUCTAC, Mall of the Emirates Timings: Friday 15 May, 10am to 4pm and Saturday 16 May 10am to 1pm.

Tel. 055 268 7878 Email: Lakshmi@sumantkaultraining.com www.sumantkaultraining.com

14-16 May, Osho Awakening of Love workshop

Hosted by Osho Therapist Milan Karmeli, Awakening of Love is a gentle and unique three-day workshop designed to shake the dust off your heart and give you a taste of the Path of Love, a worldwide programme.

The workshop is about discovering ways to be more authentic and honest, connecting with yourself and others in ways that create trust and joy. We all have a longing for love and to be seen and heard. Awakening of Love is for people who truly want change in their lives.

Timings: 14-16 May, Thursday evening: 630pm - 9pm with snack Friday: 9am - 8pm with lunch, light dinner Saturday: 9am - 5pm with lunch Price: AED 1900 Venue: Life’n One wellness centre For more info, www.pathoflove.net To book, email info@lifenone.com or call 04 443 6676. www.lifenone.com

12-14 June, Chinese Energetics Levels 1 and 2

29 May, Mantra Yoga Workshop: Change your Mind; Change your Life

Your thoughts are literally creating the script for your life. Would you change them – from core assumptions to stubborn habits - if you could? US facilitator Anandra teaches you the ‘how to’ of mantra meditation for profound life transformation in this three-hour workshop followed by an optional 90-minute kirtan session. Learn to entrain your non-productive thoughts and literally create a higher resonance for your life.

Venue: Inspire Yoga + Pilates + Fitness Timings: Workshop 9am to 12 noon; Kirtan 1-2.30pm Price: AED 300/workshop, AED 75/Kirtan or AED 350 To book, email elisa@inspiremeyoga.net or call +971 52 777 6108. www.inspiremeyoga.net

Learn Reiki at Third Eye Centre

Learn Reiki, or repeat it, in May, June and July at Third Eye Centre on Shk Zayed Rd. Reiki 1: 12-13 June or 3-4 July Reiki 2: 22-23 May or 10-11 July www.thirdeyeonline.com

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Learn one of the most powerful ‘instant healing’ modalities on the planet. In this three-day course you learn the Chinese Energetics Beginner and Intermediate method of the Dr Yuen Chinese Energetic Medicine school from Bart Smyth, an instructor with 21 years experience teaching and assisting over 3500 people worldwide. He’s coming to Dubai for the first time to co-train with Yazan Rahman. Learn how to change and upgrade your life; how to eliminate pain, traumas, toxins, limiting beliefs, limiting memories and patterns, how to improve the functions of your brain, eyes, nervous system and organs. This course is particularly useful for energy healers, yoga instructors, ThetaHealers, etc.

Timings: 10am-6pm Price: AED 2750 Venue: Life’n One Wellness Center, Jumeirah 1 Tel: +971 56 224 7700 www.yazanpower.com

16,17 June, True Abundance Workshop

Have you been trying to increase your money flow and trained with the laws of attraction and not been able to access it?

With this one-day workshop, access and clear unknown information and beliefs that limit you. Includes 15 minutes private time with tutor Bart Smyth and a one-hour online follow up.

Price: AED 1500 Venue: Life’n One Wellness Centre, Jumeirah 1 Tel: +971 56 224 7700 www.yazanpower.com

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What’s happening in your town May & June, ThetaHealing round up

Goodness us! There are so many ThetaHealing courses being offered in the UAE now that we can only list some of them here in brief:

8-10 May, Basic DNA 2 22-24 May, Advanced DNA 2 Venue: Life’n One, Jumeirah 1 Fee: AED 1980 (repeat AED 250/day) www.lifenone.com 8-10 May, Basic DNA 15-17 May, Advanced DNA 2 Venue: Illuminations, JLT Fee: AED 1875 (repeat AED 150/day) www.illuminations.ae

All summer, Osho meditations

An Osho meditation facilitator is basing himself at Life’n One wellness centre in Dubai over the summer to host various meditations and therapies: * Osho Active Meditation Intensive, 29 May and 26 June, 9am-2pm * BioDynamic Breathwork and Trauma Release, 30 May Release repressed emotions and traumas stored in the body. * Osho Dynamic Meditation, 4, 11, or 18 May This famous life-changing meditation is used throughout the world as an instrument of personal transformation.

Do a 7, 14 or 21-day challenge, starting 4, 11 or 18 May. * Osho Kundalini Meditation, drop-in classes, Mondays and Thursdays in May, 6.30pm to 7.30 or 7pm to 8pm. * Osho Nadabrahma Meditation, every Saturday in May. * Tantra Meditation , a two-hour class every alternate Saturday in May (2, 16, 30 May).

Venue: Life’n One Wellness Centre, Jumeirah 1 For more information, email info@lifenone.com or call 04 443 6676. www.lifenone.com

15-19 May, DNA 3 (AED 4500) 22-24 May, Basic DNA 2 (AED 1875) 25-27 May, Advanced DNA 2 (AED 1875) 28-29 May, Manifestation and Abundance 12-14 June, Basic DNA 2 (AED 1875) 15-17 June, Advanced DNA 2 (AED 1875) Venue: Third Eye, 1101 Saeed Tower, Shk Zayed Rd www.thirdeyeonline.com 15 May-2 June, Intuitive Anatomy (AED 8800) 12-14 June, Game of Life (AED 2690) Venue: Anantara The Palm with Maya Badran www.awakeningthemasters.com

LOOKING AHEAD! November, Become a ThetaHealing Teacher!

For the first time, ThetaHealing Founder Vianna Stibal is in Dubai to teach ThetaHealing and certify a new group of ThetaHealing teachers. Don’t miss out, book now!

17-20 November, Basic Instructor. Pre-requisites: Basic and Advanced Practitioner. Price: $1650 (AED 6060) 21-22 November, Advanced Instructor. Pre-requisites: Basic and Advanced Practitioner. Price: $1320 (AED 4,850) 25-26 November, Dig Deeper Practitioner. Pre-requisites: Basic and Advanced Practitioner. Price: $700 (AED 2,600) 27 November: Dig Deeper Instructor. Pre-requisite: Basic Instructors, Advanced Instructors, Dig Deeper.

Price: $680 (AED 2500) Venue: Anantara The Palm Dubai To book: Go to www.viannaindubai.com

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Epigenetics:

The future of healing is here Could a genetic test help you dodge a disease like cancer or Alzheimer’s?

By finding out early that you have a gene predisposing you to diseases like obesity, cancer, heart disease, or dementia, you can take steps to reduce the chances of getting the disease. This is the basis of epigenetics, a new frontier in medical science. www.awakeningsme.com

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few years ago, the general belief was that if something was ‘in your genes’ you were stuck with it. We thought our genetic profile was chiseled in stone and you just had to make the best of what you got.

The new science of epigenetics is turning all of that on its head. Yes, you might have a gene that predisposes you to cancer or dementia, fibromyalgia, migraines, thyroid deficiency, obesity, arthritis, or some other condition but you have huge control over whether the gene is activated or not. And if you do activate it, there’s also a chance it can be turned off – or at least cooled down. It turns out that our genes are not so much chiselled in stone but written in pencil and they can be erased and rewritten.

LIGHT SWITCH

Dr Nashim Ashraf of the DNA Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness in Abu Dhabi says, “Genes are like a light switch, that’s how people should think.”

“Epigenetics is the new science of medicine that modifies the expression of the gene.” This work is the specialty of the DNA Health Center’s team of US-trained and US-certified professional medical and naturopathic specialists.

“So you have the genes you were born with, I can’t change those but what I can do with diet, supplements, hormone replacements, and other treatments, is either turn off the gene or turn on the gene, like a light switch.

“Basically, people think genes are your destiny but that’s not quite true,” Dr Ashraf says.

“Your genes hold the gun but your lifestyle and environment pull the trigger. Meaning you can modify your genetic makeup to prevent diseases from developing that you thought you were destined to have - that is epigenetics.”

Scientists now know that our genes are in constant dialogue with our environment. Our genes respond to stress, diet, activity levels, and other environmental changes.

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So you have the genes you were born with, I can’t change those but what I can do with diet, supplements, hormone replacements, and other treatments, is either turn off the gene or turn on the gene, like a light switch.

So what does this all mean?

Especially in a world now groaning under the weight of a pandemic of lifestyle diseases such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, auto-immune diseases, digestive issues, and more.

What it means is how you feed and move your body; how you deal with stress and negative emotions, and what toxins such as radiation, BPAs and pollution you are exposed to, have much more impact on the diseases you will or won’t get than your genetic profile. Biology is not destiny; you create your own future with every bite, breath, thought, step, puff, reaction, etc.

It’s never too soon to get yourself tested through a healthy wellness check, says Dr Ashraf. “The first thing we try to impress is do not wait till your 60 years old for that. It’s too late! You should have a healthy wellness check from the age of 30. The human body starts deteriorating from the age of 25; your hormones start decreasing… that’s when you should be tested. For people with a high incidence of disease in the family, they should come earlier.”

JOLIE MASTECTOMY

One of the most famous cases of using Predictive Genetic Testing (PGT) to make decisions about future disease

In May 2013 Angelina Jolie revealed that she had undergone a preventative double mastectomy after tests showed that she carries the BRCA-1 cancer gene, which doctors said gave her an 87 per cent chance of contracting breast cancer. cont. overleaf

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risk has been Angelina Jolie. The Hollywood movie star got herself tested for the genes that predispose someone to breast cancer. Jolie got tested because breast cancer is prevalent in her family. Unfortunately, she did have the breast cancer genes and the wisdom of traditional medicine was that she was a ticking time bomb.

“The genetic test is for BRCA-1 and BRCA-2,” Dr Ashraf says. “If you have these two genes you have a 90 per cent chance of developing breast cancer.

“For 80 per cent of people, the most common time in which cancer comes is the fourth and fifth decade of life.

“Due to Jolie’s age at the time, it was almost certain she would develop the disease in five to seven years so she decided, rightfully so I believe, that she would have a bilateral mastectomy. That’s epigenetics. So yes in this case surgery had to be done, which is extreme but in future that will change because we are working out how to silence these genes.”

While medical science has figured out how to turn some genes off, it has not so far figured out the BRCA genes.

But hopefully, says Dr Ashraf, Jolie’s daughter or granddaughter will not have to resort to surgery as in time we will discover the keys to turning off these genes as well.

SIMPLE CURES

So how do you turn off genes related to disease? Through herbs, exercise, antiinflammatory foods, anti-oxidants, stress management, detoxing, etc.

Incredibly, one of the most effective ways to turn off genes that predispose us to disease is the humble spice turmeric.

One of the most potent antiinflammatory effects known to man, the yellow spice turmeric is extremely effective in ‘cooling down’ these inflamed or triggered genes.

According to Dr Ashraf, the challenge though lies in getting enough turmeric to be effective.

CASE STUDY Full Name: Haitham Rashid Alnaqbi Age: 35 Nationality: Emirati Condition: Overweight Result: Lost 16kg in four months with DNA Center of Integrative Medicine and Wellness in Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi In the last six years, Abu Dhabi resident Haitham Alnaqbi had gained 20 kilograms. Wanting to address this, he went to the DNA Center in September 2014 and signed up for the weight-loss programme. Haitham admits that his weight gain was largely due to lifestyle, for example eating sweets or soft drinks, while watching TV or driving long distances.

Dr. Nasim and his team did extensive tests including taking samples of Haitham’s blood and saliva. The tests determine if someone has a genetic predisposition to being overweight, whether any food intolerances are contributing, and more. The samples were sent for analysis to the US, UK and Germany.

“Based on the test results, Dr. Nasim explained to me that my weight gain has led to an increase in cholesterol (the bad triglycerides), an acute shortage of vitamin D, a vitamin C deficiency as well as a lack of essential minerals. After reviewing the results, Dr. Nasim tailored a diet programme, gave me supplements to increase the essential vitamins and minerals needed by my body to release fat, as well as giving yoga lessons and comfort.”

“After four months, the results have been amazing. My weight came down almost 16kg and there was a significant decline in cholesterol while the vitamins and minerals reached required levels.

“I have benefited from learning about the health risks around me and how to avoid them, and from which foods to eat and which to avoid based on my blood type (DNA map). With the help of the centre, I hope to achieve my goal.”

“Increase it in your diet, yes, but if I have a patient in whom I want to use turmeric as a medicine, then I give them a turmeric capsule, which is available in any good organic health food store. I take it myself every morning, 1 gram. A friend of mine in Seattle drinks it in a smoothie every morning. This is the science under epigenetics, it is nutrigenomics – nutrition and genetics.”

TOXIC TRIGGERS

The research into what turns the genes off is ongoing but alongside that and possibly more important is figuring out what turns the dormant gene ‘on’.

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Dr Ashraf, it’s sugar, processed foods, pesticides, cigarettes, etc. The diet and lifestyle of the developed world is triggering these dormant mutated genes.

“We’re eating genetically modified foods - tomatoes are being crossed with fish – can you imagine a fish gene going into a tomato!? We’re bombarded with environmental toxins like pesticides and radiation from computers, cellphones, microwaves… these are all examples of the increased and changing landscape of toxins and environmental hazards that we are being exposed to that, even just 50 years ago, people were not.

“The biggest killer today is metabolic syndrome, which means obesity, high fat, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes. I believe this is triggered by the sugar in our diet, by our sedentary lifestyles, fast foods and too many carbs,” Dr Ashraf says.

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Your genes hold the gun but your lifestyle and environment pull the trigger. Meaning you can modify your genetic makeup to prevent diseases - that is epigenetics.

UAE GENE TESTING

For those concerned about future illnesses or conditions that might be written in their DNA, the DNA Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness offers evaluation and treatment by a US-trained multi-disciplinary medical team that covers all corners of health and wellbeing. Services include, a personalised blueprint for health assessment; a Full Body Imaging CT Scan/early detection screening for cancer and cardiovascular risk; comprehensive functional genetic and metabolic testing; bio-impedance analysis; heart, lung and tissue analysis; testing for food sensitivities, as well as a holistic treatment plan that offers everything from traditional and alternative medicine, to aesthetic procedures, and yoga and spiritual therapies.

“If someone comes to us and says, “I just can’t lose weight…” we approach them here at DNA not by saying ‘ok, how many calories will you burn, what is the latest fad diet…’ no, you have to start with genetic profiling of that individual. There is a gene called FTO, Fat Associated Obesity gene, if you have this, you have a 50 per cent

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chance of being obese. Or you may have increased appetite because of a problem with your hormone leptin; you may have an issue with insulin resistance; you may have an issue with breaking down fat or enhanced absorption of fat, and so on. So the first thing we do at DNA is look at the individual and their complete basic genetic makeup specific to their condition. Someone comes in for migraines, 80 per cent of that can be prevented or improved by removing food allergies. We are seeing children here with autism and hyperactivity disorders, women with severe hormonal issues and none of them realise it’s all triggered by food.

“Once we have the results, the patient meets with our multidisciplinary team, we have a UStrained doctors, integrative medicine specialists, a naturopath, homeopath, Ayurvedic specialists, Yoga teacher, exercise specialists, and more.

Dr Ashraf says that the whole concept of holistic integrated healthcare is that having a genetic mutation doesn’t mean that in most cases that you will actually have the disease, but it makes you at more risk.

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“We are talking about the most common chronic conditions, like heart disease, chronic pain, migraine, cancer, thyroid… a multitude of conditions that make us age fast and die sooner.

So instead of calling it anti-aging, I think the proper term is healthy aging – there is no such thing as anti-aging, I don’t like that term.

“We do a panel to check you for being susceptible to things like fibromyalgia, or chronic headaches or pain. We all say, ‘why do I get it’ it’s because you may have that gene so you have to super bombard that patient with the right antioxidants and supplements and you have to detoxify them… you have to remove the toxins.

Also called predictive medicine, it’s the new frontier of medicine and it’s what we do here at the DNA Center.”

DNA GENETIC PROFILING Intrigued? Want to find out if you have any disease timebombs counting down inside you?

For those concerned about future illnesses or conditions that might be written in their genes, the DNA Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness offers check-up packages ranging in price from $1800 for an entry level check to $9500 for a three-month package that offers everything available; extensive tests and comprehensive treatment plan with five day detox.

The centre also offers stress management packages; nutrition analysis and food sensitivities; sleep apnea screening and evaluation; weight-loss and detox; bio-aesthetics; anti-aging and beauty therapies, and cosmetic surgery.

For more information, email info@ dnahealthcorp.com or call 02 610 9000. www.dnahealthcorp.com

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Alternative therapies for children Whatever the childhood issue, there’s an alternative therapy that offers a solution.

Whether its asthma, allergies, digestion disorders, ADHD, Asbergers, behavioural problems, delayed motor development, trauma, anxiety, bullying, depression‌ and so on. Here’s a look at eight alternative therapies available in the UAE and how they can help children. www.awakeningsme.com

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1. Ayurveda

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yurveda is the ancient healing science that explores physical, mental and emotional health to understand an individual’s unique energetic constitution that determines their body type and current imbalance.

Ayurveda has a branch of Paediatric Medicine known as Bala Tantra or Kaumarabhrithya – healthcare for children through diet, lifestyle and the use of medicinal herbs.

According to Ayurvedic Medicine Practitioner Dr. Asha Ann George, Ayurveda describes three aspects of mental ability: dhi (acquisition or learning), dhriti (retention), and smriti (recall ability). “When these three mental functions are balanced, a child’s mind and memory will be quick and bright. Ayurvedic treatment helps children attain these,” Dr Asha says.

How can Ayurveda help children?

“Treatment plans help improve immunity as well as calm and strengthen the nervous system – primarily through rejuvenating therapies and herbal formulations. Proper practice of Dinacharya (daily regimens), dietary advice etc. helps children maintain health and prevent diseases. Childhood diseases are treated with medication, therapy and lifestyle changes.

What kind of conditions have you seen healed using Ayurveda?

Ayurveda enhances immunity, growth and memory in children.

Effective treatments are for respiratory conditions like bronchitis, asthma, allergy, sinusitis, skin diseases, digestive disorders (eg anorexia and constipation), musculoskeletal disorders, joint pain, and rheumatoid and osteoarthritis.

Dr. Asha Ann George, Breath and Health Alternative Medical Centre, 1080 Al Wasl Rd, Dubai.

Tel +971 4 3489940 or email hello@ breathandhealth.net.

2. Homeopathy

Dating back 200 years, homeopathy remedies are made of substances found naturally in nature and are suitable for very sensitive people, pregnant women and children. The treatment aims at building resistance to illnesses and improves immunity.

Dr. Carol Ana Monteiro has practiced Classical Homeopathy for the last 10 years. She says children respond well to homeopathic remedies and recovery is quick.

Remedies are gentle and have no side effects. Homeopathy is excellent for children struggling with delayed developmental milestones.

How can it help children?

“The therapy helps build children’s immunity against common childhood infections and illnesses that hamper intellectual development in their formative years. Homeopathy makes children more resilient to common childhood diseases.”

What kind of conditions have you seen healed using homeopathy?

“Defective dentition (development of teeth), delayed walking or motor development, ADHD, eczema, bronchial asthma, sleep apnea, rhinitis and sinusitis, immunity building, bed-wetting, epilepsy, food allergies, pica (compulsive cravings to eat non-food items such as clay or paper, etc).”

Homeopath Carol Ana Monteiro can be contacted through Breath and Health Alternative Medical Centre. Tel +971 4 348 9940 or email dr.oseela@ breathandhealth.net

3. Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy, also known as Physical Therapy, is a branch of rehabilitative medicine aimed at helping patients maintain, recover or improve their physical abilities.

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Physiotherapist Shah Zaib Raza says it involves exercises, stretching, mobilization, manipulation and usage of different electric modalities. Treatment is provided to regain loss of function and muscle strength, to alleviate pain and to promote mobility after muscular weakness. Several studies have found that physiotherapy is one of the main treatments that help special needs children with their various physical challenges.

How does it help children?

“Balance training and coordination exercises for children with special needs help them in getting the right gait pattern. Giving them different orthotics helps their mobility. Getting them into society more quickly.”

What kind of conditions have you seen healed using physiotherapy?

“I have seen remarkable affects in treatment of different kinds of Cerebral Palsy, although severe forms of Cerebral Palsy and Intellectual Development Disorder don’t respond.”

When would you advise parents to consider physiotherapy for their children?

“If their child frequently falls in walking or jogging or if the child is not achieving normal developmental milestones on time like neck holding, sitting, standing etc. they should come immediately for therapy. If child’s gait pattern is not normal then therapy is recommended.”

Physiotherapist Shah Zaib Raza, Breath and Health Alternative Medical Centre, 1080 Al Wasl Rd, Dubai.

Tel +971 4 3489940 or email hello@ breathandhealth.net.

4. Yoga Therapy

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and fitness, or to help remedy asthma, back or knee problems, hormonal issues, emotional disorders, chronic physical or psychological conditions. It can also enhance sports performance and facilitate meditative practices.

Yoga Therapist and Personal Growth Coach Nermeen Hassan says yoga is a wonderful way to develop children’s character and physical body. “The combination of chanting or counting with asanas [poses] can help children with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). Linking movement specific to yoga with the animal kingdom or nature sparks children’s creativity and imagination.”

How does it help children?

“It depends on the age and the condition of the child. A child aged five or six with hyperactive tendencies and/ or no discipline can channel their extra energy in a group class. A child with scoliosis can be helped through asanas such as trikonasana. In most cases we can reduce the curvature of the spine as the child’s musculoskeletal system is still under development. We then alter the program and practice to fix the twist or at least stop the degeneration.”

What kind of conditions have you seen healed using yoga therapy?

“Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), disciplinary issues, scoliosis, kyphosis, knee problems, lower back pain and sciatica, shoulder and neck problems, blood circulation, allergies, breathing problems, and digestive system problems such as acid reflux, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). High blood pressure, Multiple Sclerosis and diabetes can be controlled as opposed to healed.”

Yoga Therapist and Personal Growth Coach Nermeen Hassan, Breath and Health Alternative Medical Centre, 1080 Al Wasl Rd, Dubai.

Tel +971 4 3489940 or email hello@ breathandhealth.net

5. Occupational Therapy (OT)

Paediatric Occupational Therapists assess and treat motor, social, emotional, and behavioural skill development. This also improves the child’s confidence, self-esteem, social skills and general wellbeing.

Occupational Therapist Divya Rajan says OT is about helping children develop skills in creative and fun ways.

How does it help children?

“With daily living skills; fine motor skills; gross motor skills; sitting; posture; or perceptual skills; such as telling the difference between colours, shapes, and sizes; body awareness and its relation to others; visual skills for reading and writing; play; coping; selfhelp; problem solving; communication, and social skills. The list could go on.”

What conditions are healed using Occupational Therapy?

“Occupational therapy is used in a variety of pediatric conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, and Sensory Processing Disorder, to name a few.”

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When would you advise parents to consider OT for their children?

“If the child is having difficulty coping with their peer group, whether physically, cognitively, emotionally or socially, consider seeing an occupational therapist.”

Occupational Therapist Divya Rajan, Breath and Health Alternative Medical Centre, 1080 Al Wasl Rd, Dubai.

Tel +971 4 3489940 or email hello@ breathandhealth.net.

6. Nutritional Therapy

Nutritional therapy or counselling is key to mental, physical and spiritual wellbeing. A nutritional therapist focuses on illness prevention through evaluating what the client consumes as well as habits that directly impact the nervous system, i.e. sugar, caffeine, etc.

Nutritional Therapist Shivani Sarsthi says that what a child consumes makes a world of a difference if they are experiencing mental health conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), sleep disturbances, anxiety, etc.

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7. Play Therapy

A form of psychotherapy, Play Therapy helps children release, understand and overcome social, emotional and behavioural difficulties through play. Sessions can be one-on-one or in a group. The therapist will take a child’s case history using information obtained from parents and teachers, set goals with them and target these during the intervention.

Play Therapist Tim Hydari says it’s the perfect modality for helping children between the ages of four and 12 deal with problems they themselves do not understand or cannot verbalise by using their natural form of communication – play.

How does it help children? enhance certain behavioural patterns is important. As a child is growing, their health is directly influenced by the dietary choices.

Q. How does nutritional counselling help children?

“Nutritional counselling for children and their parents helps with illness prevention, stabilising a healthy mood and promoting healthy tissue and bone growth in a developing child. The key factor is planting a healthy foundation for good eating habits. Later in life it is difficult to reverse poor eating habits and introduce new ones.”

What kind of conditions have you seen healed using nutritional counselling?

“I have seen benefits in children struggling with mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, and ADHD.” For nutritional counselling, Shivani Sarsthi can be contacted at Breath and Health Alternative Medical Centre, 1080 Al Wasl Rd, Dubai. Tel +971 4 3489940 or email shivani@ breathandhealth.net.

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Apart from achieving goals outlined with the child’s parents and teachers (e.g. increased attention span, better verbal expression of feelings, etc.), Play Therapy helps a child: • Experience catharsis (purging of negative emotions) • With wish fulfilment (achieve goals and feeling states that might not be attainable day-to-day) • Role-play (children who improve their role-playing skills better understand their own as well as other people’s feeling states) • Self-confidence • Form a positive attachment (attaching to a positive role model helps children feel secure, appreciated and understood.

Studies suggest a direct correlation between positive attachment and improved social, emotional and behavioural skills).

What kind of conditions have you seen healed using this approach?

“Anxiety disorders (e.g. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), disruptive behaviour disorders such as Oppositional Defiance Disorder; Pervasive Developmental Disorders (e.g.

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Aspergers), eating disorders (Bulimia), and mood disorders (e.g. depression).”

Contact Play Therapist Tim Hydari at Breath and Health Alternative Medical Centre. Tel +971 4 3489940 or email tim@breathandhealth.net.

8. Craniosacral Therapy

Craniosacral therapy is a light touch modality targeting the nervous system to help bring balance and stabilize health. It works by inducing a parasympathetic (rest and digest) response, which is the state necessary to facilitate the body’s natural healing response. Craniosacral therapist Shivani Sarsthi specialises in children and teens with mental health conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, trauma, bullying, etc.

How does it help children?

“Craniosacral Therapy works through assessing different pulses, rhythms of the craniosacral fluid (CSF) and mobilization of tissue through techniques such as light traction of the head away from the spine.

Essentially, this creates space and allows more mobility amongst tissue and joint space. This positively impacts nervous system health.”

When would you advise parents to consider Craniosacral Therapy for their children?

“This type of therapy is indicated for a child experiencing sleep disturbances, past trauma, bullying, ADHD, depression and/or anxiety.”

Breath and Health Alternative Medical Centre, Villa 1080, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suquim 2, Jumeirah Dubai, UAE. Mobile +971 50 5348267, tel +971 4 3489940, email hello@breathandhealth.net. www.breathandhealth.net

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The UAE’s

Wonder Women

of Wellness Here in the UAE we are blessed to have a small army of committed and passionate women who are leading a wellness revolution… let us introduce you to a few of them…

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disciplines. Join one of our classes or workshops and channel your spirit and energy into a long-lasting positivity. Or simply relax in a private corner of our secluded garden and find your inner peace. Slow your world down. Breathe.”

What were your motivations for starting such a business?

EDA GUNGOR

LIFE’N ONE WELLNESS CENTRE In an incredible, head-spinning five months, Eda has turned Dubai’s mind-body-energy scene on its head with the opening of one of the city’s most vibrant and exciting wellness centres.

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riginally from Turkey, Eda moved to the UAE in October 2014 and opened Life’n One with her business partner, Ibrahim Sahinkaya. With astounding determination and energy, Eda has created a beautiful urban sanctuary and a new heart centre for Dubai’s ever-growing wellness and spirituality community. Whether you want energy healing, a yoga or Pilates class, a meditation, or a mind-expanding workshop, Life’n One has it… and you can sit in the garden with a snack from the vegan, gluten-free and sugar-free café while you’re there.

Please describe your business

EG: “Life’n One is more than just a wellness center. At the heart of our urban retreat is a community of expert practitioners in yoga, Pilates, meditation, and many healing

EG: “We wanted to bring something different. The 21st Century is asking us all to go deeper. Have you noticed?

There’s a revolution happening in the world right now where people are starting to look within. In order to create the best version of oneself, one has to keep their mind, body and spirit in balance. To exercise, to eat better foods, to master breathing and meditation, to practice yoga, to understand karma and cleanse yourself... at Life’n One we want to make this easy for everyone. And we want to make this fun. That’s why we’re here. To remind you that life is fun.

Life is joyful. Life is a celebration, day in and day out.”

How hard or easy has it been to get your business off the ground?

EG: “Ensuring that the business is set up well and adheres to legal guidelines and regulations has been a big process but we have had lots of support. Many beautiful people have worked hard to bring you Life’n One.”

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If you could go back and advise yourself when you were first deciding to do this, what would you tell yourself?

EG: “Meditate more often during the construction period! Some moments of our construction journey left us speechless. Still, now they are fun stories.”

Going forward, what are your plans for the business?

EG: “We have a lot of plans – but it all depends on the demand and needs.

We trust the wisdom of the universe.

We will all see together what is coming in the near future.”

What do you think of the wellbeing sector in the UAE? In your opinion, how has it changed and evolved?

EG: “I’ve only been here since October but I think Dubai has lots to offer and we hope it continues to grow. We want everybody to have access to health and wellbeing. We want to be there for everybody on their journey.”

Life’n One Wellness Centre, Jumeirah 1, Dubai.

04 343 6676 info@lifenone.com www.lifenone.com

What are the biggest challenges?

EG: “The biggest challenges are last minute bookings for classes and courses. Dubai is quite last minute when booking places.”

What has response been like from the public?

EG: “We’ve been open just five months and we are just so thankful and grateful for everyone who is there for us, who supports us, teaches us, helps us. We are very happy with the outcome.” cont. overleaf

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ELISA FAUSTO

FOUNDER, INSPIRE YOGA + PILATES + FITNESS

After 20 years living in the UAE, a passion for wellness saw Filipina Elisa Fausto and her husband John consider opening a superfoods café but this plan was passed over in favour of a yoga and Pilates studio and on 1 October 2014, Inspire Yoga + Pilates + Fitness opened for business.

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lease describe your business

EF: “Inspire is an everyday oasis for nurturing mind-body balance with heated and non-heated yoga, Pilates, and other fitness routines.”

What were your motivations for starting Inspire?

EF: “Passion for wellness and helping people live a healthier, happier and more balanced life. My partner and husband John and I had two thoughts for pursuing this passion: the first was to open a superfood café, the second was a yoga and Pilates studio.

“We dismissed ‘food to wellness’ as we have no formal training in the food industry. I was drawn to opening a studio that promotes life-balance and breaking the stereotype of the people that practice yoga. The idea of Inspire was born: to provide a space for everyone to feel accepted at whatever stage they are in their wellness journey.

“Our belief is that yoga is for everyone, regardless of age, gender, occupation, health condition and/or fitness level.”

How hard or easy has it been to get your business off the ground?

EF: “The seed of opening a studio was planted two years before the shoot actually broke ground. Once we made

the decision, everything happened quickly. We did a lot of research, financial planning and even on-the-job training at successful studios in other countries. This helped frame our plans.

“As partners, my background is service (heart) and John’s is numbers and business (head), Yin and Yang one might say.”

What were the biggest challenges?

EF: “The challenges we faced were finding the right space (we love where we are!) and the right builders (we had to change contractors which caused delays).

“Since opening, the biggest challenge has been convincing people to come and try Inspire. This is for two main reasons: people who already practice yoga have studios they go to and for the people who haven’t ventured into yoga yet, we had to convince them that yoga/Pilates is for everyone and would greatly benefit them in so many ways.”

If you could go back and advise yourself when you were first deciding to do this, what would you tell yourself?

EF: “Make sure that your resources, resolve and patience run deep. It’s not going to be easy.”

Going forward, what are your plans for the future?

EF: “We will be starting suspension yoga and our series of ‘I-50’ Fitness Programmes. In time, we want to ‘Inspire’ more of Dubai followed by Abu Dhabi and Sharjah.”

What do you think of the wellbeing sector in the UAE? In your opinion, how has it changed and evolved?

EF: “More people are conscious, aware and willing to make little lifestyle changes to live a healthy, quality life. From modern medical facilities to different avenues of wellness including healthy food and fitness practices, wellness in the UAE is definitely moving forward.”

Inspire Yoga + Pilates + Fitness Indigo Central 8, Sheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai 052 777 6108 info@inspiremeyoga.net www.inspiremeyoga.net

What has response been like?

EF: “The response has been amazing.

We are most proud that our clients tell us that they look forward to their visits.

“We love seeing people progress in their practice. We have a regular client who had a lot of back and leg issues as a result of his other fitness activities

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and long sitting hours at work. He now comes almost every day and says his aches and pains have diminished, that he feels huge changes in his body, is stronger and definitely more flexible.

He attributes these changes to the practice of yoga and Pilates at Inspire.”

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in and participate in sessions on their own or with their wives. We have a spacious juice bar, Nectar, that serves made-to-order juices, smoothies and healthy raw snacks.”

What were your motivations for starting such a business?

NADIA SEHWELL

BODYTREE STUDIO, ABU DHABI A Palestinian-American, Nadia Sehwell saw a gaping hole in the Abu Dhabi market for yoga, Pilates and holistic health services.

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nspired by her mother, who had overcome illness through yoga, Pilates and meditation, Nadia helped birth an Abu Dhabi wellness scene when she opened the city’s first centre for wellness, movement and health in 2007. In 2012, the business got a new home and a new name, Bodytree Studio. Recently, they added Nectar, a juice and raw snack bar.

How do you describe your business?

NS: “Bodytree is a communitybased yoga, Pilates and dance studio that caters to women, men and children with a specialisation in post-rehabilitation and pre/post natal movement. We offer pre and post natal classes and workshops as well as children’s dance, yoga and music classes. We encourage men to come

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NS: “My passion for Pilates, yoga, movement and health. My partners and I felt that a holistic movementbased studio was a necessity in Abu Dhabi as nothing of the kind existed.

My mother was really the inspiration as she overcame an illness and sought help through yoga, Pilates and meditation. The healing she experienced motivated her to become a yoga teacher then later a Pilates instructor.”

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What has response been like from the public?

NS: “It has been so encouraging. Clients love the variety and quality of classes offered and have responded very positively to the community feel of the studio. The commission-free art wall has been an added positive element.”

If you could go back and advise yourself at the time when you were first deciding to do this, what would you tell yourself?

NS: “Be patient and have faith that everything would eventually work out.”

Going forward, what are your plans for the future of the business?

NS: “To continue servicing the community in and outside of the studio.”

What do you think of the wellness sector in the UAE?

“It is definitely more developed in Dubai than it is in Abu Dhabi. I would love to see it grow in Abu Dhabi. I’m hoping to see more naturopaths, homeopaths and healing How hard or easy has it been to practitioners up in town. Hopefully get your business off the ground? the regulations will allow for such NS: “It has been very challenging. The practitioners to be a part of the business environment is not smallwellness market to complement the business friendly and we have faced expanding healthcare sector. I think several obstacles but have overcome the wellness market will continue them and are blessed to have a to grow in Abu Dhabi but at a successful business with top-notch slower pace than Dubai due to the instructors, staff and loyal clients.” regulations and difficulty of setting up and running a business. I think What were the biggest challenges? people in the UAE are keen to have NS: “Licensing and approvals and the wellbeing sector expand. There delays with the villa. We finally has been a shift of mentality. More moved to our new space in 2012. The people are seeking mediation and project was eight months late due to healing practitioners.” contractor delays on the villa. It was a stressful period because I was pregnant with my second child. We opened Bodytree Studio, Al Karamah, Abu Dhabi our doors on 3 June - the day I had Tel. 02 443 4448 my daughter! I had two blessings in info@bodytreestudio.com www.bodytreestudio.com 2012 – my daughter and Bodytree.”

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change; something that would talk to my heart and soul. I got introduced to Thetahealing through friends and felt an immediate connection with it, as it perfectly combined both the metaphysical and the scientific aspects of our existence.”

AWAKENING the masters THETAHEALING

With boundless energy and a magnetic personality, Maya and her husband Tony are helping make energy healing mainstream in the UAE.

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oth from Lebanon, Tony and Maya arrived in Dubai in 2004 and took their first workshop in ThetaHealing in 2010. Today, the pair are ThetaHealing Masters with Certificates of Science in ThetaHealing as well as the Official Representatives for Lebanon.

They teach all levels of ThetaHealing in five-star hotels in the UAE in addition to offering one-on-one sessions at their healing space in Motor City.

How do you describe your business?

MBS: “Awakening is a healing space in Motor City focused on ThetaHealing, a powerful technique that teaches you how to shift your brain wave into theta (dream wave) in order to witness the unblocking of fears, phobias, resentment, abuse, traumas and any negative limiting beliefs from the subconscious mind.”

What were your motivations for starting such a business?

MBS: “After working for 15 years in the advertising industry, I was ready for a

MBS: “I won’t call it a challenge, but I believe staying focused on your own progress without getting stuck in past failures or successes is crucial. It is also important to be open to the limitless opportunities that the universe has to offer.”

What has response been like from the public?

What do you think of the wellness sector in the UAE?

If you could go back and advise yourself when you were first deciding to do this, what would you tell yourself?

Awakening The Masters ThetaHealing +971 50 8491237 info@awakeningthemasters.com For information on all Maya and Tony’s classes and events please visit: www.awakeningthemasters.com www.facebook.com/groups/ awakeningthemasters www.viannaindubai.com

MBS: “With a technique like ThetaHealing, everything is much easier since you can immediately tackle any block or limiting belief that affect the growth and success of a business (i.e. fear of success, fear of change, going beyond your comfort zone, being accepted by society, having too many or too little clients etc.). A good reputation is also definitely key, so if you are kind, compassionate and generous to your clients they will recommend you.”

What were the biggest challenges?

MBS: “Absolutely wonderful from both local and expat clients and students.

We have so far facilitated more than 60 classes and certified more than 700 practitioners. ThetaHealing resonates with all ages and cultures and covers a wide spectrum of issues in life from health to love and wealth.

“Tony and I are strong believers in the power of the mind especially when it is in synergy with the unconditional love of Creation. The results are simply miraculous.”

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Going forward, what are your plans for the future of the business?

MBS: “We are thrilled and honored to announce the big news that we will be hosting Vianna Stibal the Founder of ThetaHealing in November 2015 for the first time ever in Dubai. The classes will take place at Anantara Resort & Spa The Palm where we will be also teaching all our classes this year.

“We also got recently appointed

by Vianna Stibal as the official Representatives for Lebanon and we have just started teaching and spreading ThetaHealing there. Lebanon was welcoming and ready for change.

“As for the UAE, our 2015 calendar includes so far 10 classes; in addition to Vianna’s four teachers’ training classes.

We are also working on introducing ThetaHealing to large-scale gyms and to the corporate world as we believe in the strong positive influence that it can have on the individual performance and therefore the growth of a company and its success.”

How hard or easy has it been to get your business off the ground?

mAYA BADRAN SHOUSHANI

MBS: “Go for it! Surrender to the universe and remove any doubt!”

MBS: “I believe we are all very blessed with the freedom and support that the UAE has provided us to practice all the different healing modalities. Over the last years, the market has grown a lot because people are becoming more aware of the power of the mind and the impact of positive thinking on our life.”

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Crohn’s Disease Sama Afach suffered with Crohn’s disease for three years. In huge pain and discomfort, she persevered with medicines that didn’t work and doctors who didn’t know how to heal her. Then she found the DNA Health Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness in Abu Dhabi…

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riginally from Syria and working as a banker in Abu Dhabi, Sama Afach developed Chrohn’s disease in 2011 at the age of 28. At the time she was depressed but did not see a connection with that and what was happening in her body.

Crohn›s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that may affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract from mouth to anus. An immune disorder, the body basically attacks its own digestive system, this causes inflammation through the whole tract and breaks down the internal tissue.

PAIN & DEPRESSION

“I didn’t know why I had it or how I got it,” says Afach. “I was suffering with ulcers in my mouth, I was depressed, I had inflamed and swollen gums, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and difficulty swallowing food because it burnt the tract. I also had difficulty defecating and ended up with four anal fistulas in my rectum that got worse when I had a depressive period. I had seven operations for anal fistula in three years! I lost 40kgs in the last four years and I used to pray to just die, to go to bed and not wake up.

“The doctors told me that there is no obvious reason for why Crohn’s disease starts. It could be a hormone disorder, genetic inheritance, or a psychological issue. No one could offer a clear explanation for how it starts and why the body suddenly decides to attack itself. Doctors told me there was no cure. It would go up and down and the only thing they could do, they said, was to keep it under control with anti-immune medication that lowered my immunity so it had less power to attack... (what!?) I had to have very expensive injections once every week – thank God they were covered by my health insurance. At the beginning, this reduced the symptoms but my

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The DNA doctors explained to me that, when you have high inflammation, doing a lot of cardio work is like blowing on a fire. Instead, I needed more relaxation sessions, stretching and yoga. condition didn’t get better and the inflammation never went down.

“In three and a half years, I never got any better. No healing, despite all this medication. Until one thankful day, I found the DNA Center for Integrative Medicine and Wellness on the internet while searching for weight-loss packages. Initially. I met them about lost weight - I didn’t know that this was the turning point of my life.”

MESSAGE IN A BODY

“When I mentioned my Crohn’s disease, the DNA team directed me to their medical experts. They said

the body is not stupid; my immune system is getting triggered for a reason. So they did a host of genetic, hormone and general tests. For me, the most important one was for food allergies. I was shocked to discover that I was allergic to almost all the foods in the world, everything from vegetables and fruit, to meat, nuts and sugar. The most deadly food group for me though was dairy products, which funnily enough was the main food group I consumed on daily basis. What happened, they think, was that due to long-term, high inflammation from a particular food, cont. overleaf

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confused and started rejecting all foods – even my body got confused andhealthy started foods – to try and defend itself. All rejecting all foods – even healthy these symptoms were my body’s foods awful – to try and defend itself.

All way of writing me a letter to tellbody’s me these awful symptoms were my something was wrong. way of writing me a letter to tell me My ongoing consumption something was dairy wrong. meant my body could never heal as that My ongoing dairy consumption is my main allergenic.

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You are what Youso aredon’t whatbe you eat, you eat,fake so don’t be cheap, and fast. cheap, fake and fast. believe, what started the psychological problems.

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It felt like my body my life and I ended up hating myself was punishing me for all these mistakes. and hating my life. It felt like my body I was put was“So punishing meonforhomeopathic, all these mistakes. psychological medication as well as “So I was put on homeopathic, autogenic training, which is stress psychological medication as well as management and relaxation training. I autogenic training, which is stress think for me this crucial.training. I management andwas relaxation “As well, I met a wonderful think for me this was crucial. Energy Healing Specialist, Rodrigues, “As well, I met aGloria wonderful Energy Healing Specialist, Gloria Rodrigues,

who showed me how to start to love my body and howme tohow reconnect it.” my who showed to startwith to love body and how to reconnect with it.”

MIND BODY CONNECTION

“It’s a changed mindset.

Both Gloria MIND BODY CONNECTION and the DNA Center team taught me “It’s a changed mindset. Both Gloria how to love and appreciate my body and the DNA Center team taught me and it is. Be howrealize to lovehow and Holy appreciate myconnected body to it; don’t think of it as a machine that and realize how Holy it is. Be connected must relentlessly keep going.

Your body to it; don’t think of it as a machine that is a sacred being to be cared andbody must relentlessly keep going.for Your nourished, loved and rested.

I do a lot is a sacred being to be cared for and of sports so “I used to keep pushing nourished, loved and rested. I do a lot my body so with horse-riding and the of sports “I used to keep pushing gym to lose weight.

The DNA my body with horse-riding anddoctors the explained toweight. me that,The when youdoctors have gym to lose DNA high inflammation, doing a lot of cardio explained to me that, when you have work is like blowing on a fire.

Instead, high inflammation, doing a lot of cardio Iwork needed more relaxation sessions, is like blowing on a fire.

Instead, I needed more relaxation sessions,

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Reconnect with your body and feel how Holy every part of it is and how great every part of it works only for you.

Remember, be careful what you say to your body because it is listening. Healing begins when self-criticism stops. stretching and yoga. My body needed to find peace in order to feel safe and start healing. My body always felt like it was hiding behind a door from a criminal waiting to attack it. So my defences were on full alert night and day ready to attack anything perceived as a threat, even good food.”

LITERALLY LIFE SAVING

“In conclusion, I can say that the DNA team has saved my life. They added years to my life and added life to my years.

I’m still in the recovery stage but I’ve stopped all the old medication. All my previous consultants are shocked that my body finally reduced the inflammation and started healing but they didn’t believe this was a result of changing my diet. They insisted I keep taking the medication because they

thought that for some reason my body finally decided to respond positively to their medication. I actually stopped taking the medication a long time ago.

“I’ve been to my dentist every six months for the last two years, and he is also shocked at how my gums have returned to pink, are no longer swollen and there’s no more thrush in my mouth.

Finally, my advice to everybody is you are what you eat, so don’t be cheap, fake and fast. Reconnect with your body and feel how Holy every part of it is and how great every part of it works only for you. Remember, be careful what you say to your body because it is listening. Healing begins when selfcriticism stops.”

SOLVING YOUR HEALTH MYSTERIES

Sama Afach was successfully treated for Crohn’s Disease by the DNA Centre for Integrative Medicine and Wellness. The centre offers services from hormone and genetic profiling to food sensitivity testing, stress management packages; nutrition analysis and food sensitivities; sleep apnea screening and evaluation; weight-loss and detox; bio-aesthetics; anti-aging and beauty therapies, and cosmetic surgery.

Check up packages range in price from $1800 for an entry level check to $9500 for a three-month package that offers everything available; extensive tests and comprehensive treatment plan with five day detox.

The Centre is located at the St Regis Hotel in Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi.

For more information, email info@ dnahealthcorp.com or call 02 610 9000. www.dnahealthcorp.com

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healing power of

bone broth From anti-aging and detoxing to healing joints and gut lining, bone broth is a centuries-old tradition that is fast coming back in fashion as its incredible health benefits are realised, writes Therapeutic Chef Neha Jamani.

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n ancient tradition that has become a health craze - bone broth has turned into an uber trendy beverage that’s currently taking the US by storm.

You might think a bone doesn’t have much to offer in terms of nutrition. But locked away inside its shell is a wealth of essential nutrients and minerals, anti-inflammatory and gut-healing properties, and good fats. Homemade broth is full of nutrients underrepresented in today’s modern diet and comes in a form the body can easily absorb.

Folk wisdom throughout the world values broth for its healing properties. Until the modern era most households kept a stockpot simmering over the fire or on the back burner. They regularly ate from it and continually added whatever ingredients became available, making long cooked soups and stews the original ‘fast food’.

Here are some of the health benefits of bone broth:

1. Collagen: Anti-aging and joint-healing

Collagen is a structural protein that builds strong skin; it is also the glue that holds the body together. Collagen supports the skin and internal organs, it helps our skin retain its youthful firmness, suppleness, elasticity and protects it against ageing and wrinkling.

In nature, collagen is found in the skin, bones and joints of the animal.

Cooking the bones breaks down the collagen so it becomes more easily digestible. This form of cooked collagen is better known as gelatin.

Collagen production in the body slows down with age and ill health, causing skin, joints and other body parts to become drier, less pliable, thinner and weaker. Drinking bone broth is a good way to supplement the body and consume a natural form of collagen.

2. Rich source of minerals and Amino Acids

Bone broth is extremely high minerals and amino acids. Bones from land

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A centuries-old tradition, bone broth is rich in the minerals and amino acids that keep us youthful. It heals the gut lining, supports joints, and detoxes the body of toxins.

animals are rich in calcium, magnesium, potassium and phosphorus. Fish and seafood broth are rich stores of iodine, which helps protect a sluggish thyroid – a major cause of weight gain, thinning hair and loss of energy.

The mineral content from the bones is drawn out into the water and one

can know this for certain, because the bones are often crumbly when the broth is done cooking. Smaller bones like chicken and fish can sometimes entirely dissolve in the broth. Additionally some of the star amino acids in bone broth include glutamine, glycine, proline and alanine.

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3. Supports the Digestive system

Bone broth is very healing for the digestive track and it helps to prevent inflammation that leads to aging. It is a rich source of glycine, which stimulates the production of stomach acid to aid digestion. Glycine is also an important component of bile acid which is necessary for the digestion of fat in the small intestine and also helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

Glutamine is another amino acid abundantly found in both broths. It is well recognized for its health giving potential and is a natural remedy for ‘leaky gut’, which is an unpleasant and sometimes dangerous condition where the barrier between the gut and the rest of the body isn’t working properly.

Allowing the molecules that should stay inside the gut to cross over into the bloodstream and potentially set off a cascade of auto-immune reactions.

Glutamine helps maintain the function of the intestinal wall preventing this damage from occurring. It also helps the villi of the small intestine to heal and grow which is very important for people suffering from malabsorption.

5. Supports Detox

An often unknown fact of consuming bone broth is that it supports the body’s natural detox pathways. Glycine an amino acid present in broth is a key player in detoxification. Glycine supports the liver to remove and get rid of anything dangerous from the body, helping it to re-energize and de-age the cells. Glycine is also a precursor amino acid for glutathione, a powerful cancer-

4. Joint Health

Broth made from bones and joints contain several nutrients that help strengthen our own skeletal system. The collagen in broth supports the bones, tendons and ligaments and other flexible tissues. Another benefit of bone broth comes from glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) a family of carbohydrates in bones and connective tissues, which show positive effects on reducing joint pain.

The best known GAGs are Glucosamine, consumed by thousands in supplement form to support joint health, and Hyaluronic which has been used as an effective treatment for osteoarthritis. According to the principle “like feeds like” broth gives our bone strength and flexibility, and our joints cushion and resilience.

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curbing, age-slowing antioxidant that also supports liver detoxification.

Bone broth is a valuable supplement food for all of us. It can be used as a foundational ingredient in soups, stews and sauces and also therapeutically for colds, digestive disorders, joint problems and skin health.

With a myriad of bio available minerals and anti- ageing nutrients one can say it is time to put bone broth back on the table and nourish out bodies from inside out.

BONE BROTH FAQS Confused about bone broth? Let’s sort that out, right here, right now! Here’s your beginner’s guide…

• Broth vs soup: What’s the difference?

A stock is a flavourful liquid extract produced by simmering bone and/or vegetables and aromatics. Stocks are usually used to flavour other dishes like soups, stews and sauces and also as a cooking medium for grains, pasta and vegetables.

Broths are similar to stocks but not quite the same, while there is some debate in the culinary world about the technical difference between and broth and a stock – a broth is generally considered salted or seasoned that can be consumed on its own.

• How does long vs short cooking time affect the broth?

A lab analysis by Biodynamic Wellness, CA in 2013 showed that longer cooking times affected the mineral content of the bone broth. The four top amino acids found in bone broth glutamine, glycine, proline and alanine were three times higher in long cooked broths compared to short cooked. Typically poultry bones can be cooked for anywhere between six to 24 hours, and harder bones like lamb or beef bones can cook for eight to 48 hours.

• What’s the difference between homemade and store-bought broth?

Broth often labeled as stock in stores often relies on high temperature and fast cooking techniques that result in a watered down version that does not gel.

One misses out on some of the health benefits that can only be achieved by low temperature slow cooking which results in a gelatin rich broth. Additives like MSG and flavours are often added to store-bought versions of broth, so if you are interested in the healing properties of bone broth it is better to make your own.

Neha Jamani A therapeutic and holistic chef, Neha is founder of Dubaibased The Sacred Kitchen. A graduate of Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition and Culinary Arts in California, Neha aims to raise awareness about the importance of food choices and reconnect people with their bodies and the food they eat. www.thesacredkitchen.org

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Desserts

turned healthy Processed sugar-free, gluten-free, dairy-free‌ your favourite, most indulgent desserts transformed into healthy treats!

By Neha Jamani.

Raw vegan blueberry cheesecake. Recipe page 38. www.awakeningsme.com

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Vegan Black Bean Brownies

Like a rich, moist and delicious chocolate cake, it’s hard to believe the main ingredient in these vegan brownies is black beans.

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Ingredients

2 Tablespoons chia seeds, ground ¾ cup warm water 1 can (15oz) black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup dates, pitted ½ cup almond meal 1/3 cup raw cacao powder ¼ cup coconut oil 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of sea salt

Directions

Preheat oven to 175C degrees.

Combine ground chia seeds and warm water in a bowl, stir and set aside for 10 minutes.

In a food processor add all the ingredients, including the chia mix. Process until as smooth as possible, scraping down the sides and bottom occasionally, about 3 minutes. The batter will be thicker than a usual cake batter. Pour the batter in a lightly greased muffin pan and bake for 30 minutes. The top of the brownies will be firm and the edges will start to pull away slightly from the sides.

Let the brownies completely cool, before gently removing them from the muffin tin. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Carrot Date Cake

This gluten and dairy-free cake is great with a cup of tea or coffee in the afternoon.

Ingredients

3 eggs ¾ cup rice flour ½ cup almond meal 1 teaspoon baking powder ¾ teaspoon cinnamon powder ¼ cup coconut oil ¼ cup date honey 2 medium carrots, grated 6 dates, chopped

Directions

Preheat the oven to 175 C. Line the baking pan with a sheet with

parchment and grease sides with oil.

In a medium sized bowl whisk eggs until fluffy by hand or an electric beater and set aside.

Mix rice flour, almond meal, cinnamon and baking powder in a large bowl.

Add coconut oil, date honey, grated carrots and chopped dates to the eggs.

With a spatula, gently fold the egg mixture to flour.

Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 22- 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.

Lightly dust the cake with some cinnamon powder and drizzle some date honey, enjoy at room temperature. cont. overleaf cont. overleaf

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Salted Caramel and Choc Slice A treat for sweet-teeth, the salt and the caramel are a divine combination.

Ingredients

Crust: ½ cup walnuts ½ cup pecans 1 cup rolled oats 3 Tablespoons maple syrup 3Tablespoons coconut oil, melted ¼ teaspoon sea salt Caramel Layer: 1 ½ cup dates, pitted 1 cup hot water ½ cup coconut cream ½ teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon sea salt Chocolate Topping: 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted ¼ cup raw cacao powder 2 Tablespoons date honey

Directions

Crust: Place oats in food processor and process until fine, 1-2 mins. Add walnuts and pecans and process into meal.

Add the maple syrup, coconut oil and salt and process continuously until mixture starts to come together, about 1 minute. Press evenly into a 9-inch glass pie plate. Set aside in freezer while you make the filling.

Caramel Layer: Soak dates in hot water for 15 minutes for soften. Drain the soaking liquid. In a food processor add soaked dates, coconut cream, vanilla, and salt. Process until smooth, scrapping the sides as you go. Spread the caramel mixture over the crust and place in the freezer for about 20-30 minutes.

Chocolate Topping: Whisk the topping ingredients in a bowl. Remove the tray containing the base and caramel from the freezer and delicately spread the chocolate topping over the caramel. Use a spatula to make the top as smooth and level as possible.

Store in the refrigerator, well covered for 3 hours before slicing and serving, preferably overnight.

Raw Vegan Blueberry Cheesecake

This one’s for those special occasions! Just because you don’t eat dairy and gluten, doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate and indulge.

Ingredients

Blend the almond meal and dates in a food processor until a sticky mix forms.

Press into the base of a cake tin and place in the freezer for 30 minutes.

Cheesecake filling: 2 ½ cups of cashew ¼ cup of maple syrup or raw agave ½ cup coconut oil 2 Tablespoons lemon juice ½ teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of salt

Cheesecake filling: Soak the cashews in water for 4-8 hours. Drain, rinse and put them in a blender with the other filling ingredients. Blend until creamy.

Take the base layer out of the freezer; put filling mix over it and place back into the freezer for 4-6 hours.

Base: 1 cup almond meal 1 cup dates, pitted

Blueberry sauce: 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries 2 Tablespoon maple syrup 1 Tablespoon coconut oil

Directions Base:

Blueberry Sauce: Blend all the sauce ingredients for a minute. Remove the cheesecake from the freezer, pour the blueberry sauce over it and let it cool for an hour in the refrigerator.

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Yes, well, this is one option for using the power of snail slime but it’s probably less distressing for all concerned if you just buy a snail gel face cream.

Snail facial The anti-aging punch of snails Believe it or not, the latest anti-aging face treatment is snail secretions, in other words, the slimey stuff. www.awakeningsme.com

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n Japan, women are paying a fortune in high-end salons to have live snails slowly glide around their face.

The beauty industry is no stranger to bizarre and wacky anti-aging treatments.

Let’s not forget sheep placenta in face cream but now it is the slimey, sticky substance excreted by snails that is being lauded as an anti-aging miracle. The reason is Helix Aspersa Muller extract (aka ‘snail slime’, this is the ingredient that the snail uses to quickly regenerate its own shell and skin when damaged (which is different to the stuff it uses to move around). Laboratory analysis of this extract shows that it contains a host of beneficial components for the skin including glycolic acid, collagen, elastin, allantoin plus many vitamins and minerals.

Can it help repair human skin as well? Yes, according to scientific studies.

Snail extracts have been increasingly used in numerous dermatologic conditions and recent literature attributes healing, soothing and antiaging properties to them.

SNAIL’S PACE

One study in 2009 called The efficacy of Helix aspersa Müller extract in the healing of partial thickness burns: a novel treatment for open burn management protocols found that snail extract is a

natural, safe and effective alternative treatment in open wound management of partial thickness burns in adults.

“A total of 27 adult patients with deep partial thickness facial burns (group A) were treated by application of a snail extract cream twice daily for a maximum period of 14 days or until full epithelialization [wound is healed].

Results were compared with those of 16 patients (group B, control) treated by moist exposure burn ointment (MEBO).”

The 27 people treated with the snail extract healed faster and had significantly less pain than the 16 people treated using MEBO. One manufacturer of organic beauty products to take advantage of snail extract to make anti-aging skin products is Dr Organic Ltd. Dr Organic has combined snail extract with organic aloe vera leaf juice; Sodium hyaluronate, a powerful and natural polysaccharide found in high levels in youthful skin with proven moisturising and anti-aging properties; Lemongrass oil for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; Lime oil and May Chang oil.

NO SNAILS WERE HARMED…

… but they were a little stressed out. The first thing many animal lovers are concerned

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about when it comes to animals being used in products for humans is whether any are harmed in the process.

No snails are harmed when the extract is harvested but they do undergo slight stress.

Dr Organic says the process is as follows: 1. The snails are raised in a natural organic environment inside pots. Before undergoing the extraction process, the animal is carefully selected by weight, size as well as flesh and mucus colour.

2. The snail mucus extraction process is carried out after submitting the snails to gentle stress conditions for a short period of time.

3. There is no damage to the snails shell or skin but as they are extremely sensitive to touch, they sense a possible threat.

4. After a short period of stress they are placed onto a sterile surface where they carry out the secretion. This way, the secreted emission, which is different to the one the snail uses to move around, is much more enriched in regenerating substances and antioxidants.

5. Once the snail secretion is obtained, the snail is cleaned with distilled water and returned healthy back to its breeding place. This process of raising live healthy snails and the extraction method has been certified organic.

Organic Snail Gel Face & Body cream A moisturising, soothing, anti-aging gel that harnesses the remarkable cosmetic benefits of Helix Aspersa Muller extract, a unique substance produced by the snail to quickly regenerate its own shell and skin when damaged.

Snail Gel softens wrinkles, smooths skin, has antioxidant protection and improves hydration. Dr Organic combines snail extract with organic aloe vera leaf juice, sodium hyaluronate, lemongrass oil for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, lime oil and May Chang oil.

Buy it: AED 150 from Holland & Barrett stores throughout the UAE. www.drorganic.co.uk

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Top toxic

beauty bandits Look out for these bad boys, they could hiding in nail polish, lurking in your shampoo or concealed in your concealer… all causing anything from rashes to cancer.

By Laura Lawson.

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ore and more natural beauty brands are appearing on shop shelves as consumer demand increases with more people realising how much harm environmental toxins can do to our health and wellbeing.

For years, brands have been putting harmful ingredients in the products you apply to your skin and face, which can be potentially toxic once they reach your brain and internal organs via the skin.

The body’s biggest organ, the skin absorbs whatever you put onto it and certain chemicals are suspected of causing cancer or disrupting hormones.

Tests by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) conclude that ingredients in products such as shampoos, hair-dyes, anti-perspirants, perfumes, cosmetics, face and body

creams etc, may be playing havoc with hormones that control our reproduction and development. Here are the top toxic ingredients to avoid and why.

1. Isopropyl Alcohol (SD-40):

Promotes brown spots and premature aging of skin. This drying and irritating solvent strips your skin of its natural moisture.

Made from propylene, Isopropyl Alcohol is a petroleum derivative that’s found in many skin and hair products, fragrance and antibacterial hand washes. Symptoms of over-exposure can be nausea, vomiting, headaches and dizziness.

2. DEA (diethanolamine), MEA (Monoethanolamine) and TEA (triethanolamine):

Ethanolamines are a hormone disruptive chemical that can form cancer-causing

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nitrates and nitrosamines. Found in many shampoos, shaving creams and bubble baths, they are still widely used in the US but already restricted in Europe due to known carcinogenic effects.

3. DMDM Hydantoin and Urea (Imidazolidinyl):

Exposure may cause weakening of the immune system and cancer, plus irritations to the skin, allergies, depression and joint pain, amongst many other symptoms.

4. Synthetic Fragrances:

Many of these synthetic ingredients may be toxic or carcinogenic.

Observations proves that fragrances can affect the central nervous system leading to depression, hyperactivity, irritability, inability to cope, and other behavioural changes.

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There are so many ingredients to be wary of. Too many to write about in this article but here are a few more in brief that you should avoid. Always read the product labels.

• Mineral oils • Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) • Propylene Glycol (PG) and Butylene Glycol • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) & Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) • Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (PABA) • Parabens • Phenoxyethanol • Toluene

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BEAUTY GOOD GUYS Here are just some of the natural newcomers to the holistic beauty world in the UAE… UrbanVeda: Naturally formulated using Ayurvedic herbs, flowers and fruits, combined with multi-vitamins and clinically proven actives, UrbanVeda helps to maintain the skin’s natural balance by infusing it with Omega-rich bio-oils, free radicalfighting antioxidants and vitalityboosting essential fatty acids.

Buy it: Holland and Barrett stores throughout the UAE. Rahua: Already a favourite with celebrities, Rahua haircare is made from 100 per cent natural ingredients.

It’s certified organic and contains a conditioning nut oil found in the Amazon rainforest. This Rahua nut oil repairs even the most damaged hair and has been used by the Amazonian tribal women for centuries.

Buy it: Harvey Nichols, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Human + Kind: The products boast the following: no chemicals; no colourants; no parabens; no perfume; no additives; no animal testing on products and ingredients; dermatologically tested; hypo Allergenic; suitable for sensitive skin.

The products range from hand creams to facial cleanser, moisturising creams and more.

Buy it: Available in leading pharmacies through the UAE.

Laura Lawson is a Dubai-based professional Makeup Artist, Fashion and Beauty Blogger, Nail and Hair Stylist.

Email laura@lauras-beauty.com. www.lauras-beauty.com

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Priti NYC polish: Developed by a former model whilst pregnant, Priti NYC are free from the five chemicals usually found in nail polish, toluene, dibutyl phthalate, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, and camphor - all known carcinogenic ingredients. Also non-toxic and vegan, the chip resistant polishes are available in over 100 different shades.

Buy it: At www.eidealonline.com.

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any of us live in a busy world and teeter on the edge of sensory overload. We’re bombarded with things designed to attract our attention, from other people’s voices to ringing phones and near constant visual stimulation. There’s a theory that when one sense diminishes, another sense heightens as compensation.

I was curious to see what would happen if I put myself in a situation where there was little to stimulate my vision, hearing and senses of smell, taste and touch.

I’ve spent the last 13 years exploring alternative healing modalities, so I was excited to try floating at Point Zero in Dubai. This was my second float, but my first time at this centre.

WATER WOMB

Floating can help to relax the mind and body; the many mental, physical and emotional benefits include enhanced creativity, improved problem-solving abilities and accelerated healing of physical injuries. If I’m feeling irritated or a bit low, I’ve found that soaking in water mixed with sea salt or Epsom salt helps to cleanse my aura of negative or excess energy.

I chose to use a floatation pod rather than a cabin, which is like a shallow minipool. I was shown into a nicely decorated room with a private shower and a pod that looked like a combination of a giant egg and a spaceship. An attendant talked me through the process, (shower, float, shower again), and explained which buttons to press for light, total darkness or a constellation of tiny lights, and which I could use to open the lid of the pod or call for assistance. I really appreciated the attention to detail; the Center supplied everything from slippers to earplugs and lovely-smelling shower products.

I climbed in, closed the lid and opted for darkness. I love silence, and the quiet was so complete that I could hear my heartbeat. The salty water felt soft, and it was glorious to be able to lie back and surrender. It took me a few

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A two-hour float is equivalent to eight hours sleep - making it great for jet lag. seconds to trust that I could relax my neck and allow the water to support my head. Such a relief when I did! I wonder if it’s like being in the womb, and not having to think about whether your needs will be met. It never crossed my mind to worry about anything; I was just delighted to be exactly where I was.

EXTRA-SENSORY PERCEPTION

The first time I floated several years ago, I was intent on paying attention to any images or sounds because I’d heard that sensory deprivation could enhance extra-sensory perception. In case you’re curious, I didn’t have any visions but I do remember hearing things.

This time, I had no goals or expectations, and my experience was very body-centred. It felt as if I was doing myself a great kindness, and I spent some time thanking my body for everything it does for me and all that it allows me to see, smell, hear, touch and feel.

It’s not uncommon for people to fall asleep while they’re floating; apparently a two-hour float is equivalent hours sleep, so floating can help with jet lag

and insomnia. I’m a huge fan of sleep – I consider it my gift to the world because I’m much nicer when I’m not awake – but I spent most of my time in the pod happily waving my limbs around and pretending that I was flying. It felt like a special sort of freedom.

I had no way to gauge how much time had passed, but then I have a very dodgy sense of time even when I’m not in a floatation pod. Luckily, a light turns on when the session is over.

I was so relaxed that I walked out in my slippers and had to return to collect my shoes! My conclusion as I left Point Zero, smelling of fruit-scented conditioner and yawning loudly? I am grateful to have this body, and I don’t mind bearing my own weight, but I’d also love to carry the sense of being very safe and completely supported with me all the time.

Vanessa Arnold visited Point Zero Floatation Center in Sky Gardens, Dubai International Financial Center. www.pointzerofloatation.com

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Hunger Games:

Diary of a 10-day fast in Thailand

For a first-hand experience of the benefits of fasting as well as daily DIY enemas, Alexandra Salkova McKenzie headed to a resort in Koh Samui for 10 foodless days of meditation and introspection.

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ost of us have heard about the benefits of fasting; It rests the digestive system and frees up energy for healing and detoxifiying the body; it enhances mental clarity and promotes an inner stillness that is said to enhance spiritual connection.

I decided the time had come to experience it myself. A few last minute arrangements later I was in the beautiful island of Koh Samui, Thailand.

My intention was to detoxify and rejuvenate my body as well as to clear my busy mind.

I arrived at the resort late at night, was shown into my room and was told “tomorrow”.

Day 1: Initiation

• 2.30pm: Herbs • 4pm: Psyllium and Bentonite clay shake • 5.30pm: Herbs • 7pm: Psyllium and Bentonite clay shake • 8.30pm: Herbs During the fast, you need to drink plenty of water. The resort also offered diluted watermelon and pineapple juice and clear vegetable broth.

TIP: Research resorts prior booking.

Day 2: Activation

After a restless night and with bleary eyes I got up early so as not to miss anything.

I found the reception: the social area/ restaurant/beach front, sat down at the table and waited, ready for action.

The sun slowly rose and the world gently woke up.

Fellow vacationers started to turn up. It seemed time had stopped, the population replaced with slow motion zombies.

A health consultant with no watch and a big smile arrived and introduced the newcomers into the program. The reality of fasting hit me and my stomach knotted in fear.

We were shown around and given Oxygen Magnesium Powder to prepare our colons for cleansing.

Exploring the neighborhood on this day was not recommended, unless you were close to bathrooms.

A typical day in the resort: • 7am: Psyllium and Bentonite clay shake • 8.15am: Herbs (variety of herbal and mineral drops and Colloidal silver) • 8.30am: Yoga class • 10am: Psyllium and Bentonite clay shake • Colonic cleanse • 11.30am: Herbs • 1pm: Psyllium and Bentonite clay shake • Colonic cleanse

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I woke up early to do the yoga class, which was to be held in the resort’s new yoga shala, an open-air structure with spectacular views of the ocean and an amazing rooftop for meditation.

Unfortunately, the resort yoga instructor was a camouflaged fitness enthusiast and the classes were not ideal for hungry, energy-lacking, fasting vacationers.

Movement is very important during detoxification. However, when energy levels drop or healings get activated, it’s rest that’s required more than anything.

TIP: Bring a great book, as you’ll have little energy for anything else.

Day 3: Interaction

By day three, I was familiar with the program and so was curious to find out more about my fellow fasters at the resort.

They were an eclectic group.

My program buddy was a lady from Australia who had tried fertility treatment for many years. At 46, she delivered a healthy baby boy. Now age 50 she chose to have some healthy time for herself.

There was a gentleman from South Africa, living in Abu Dhabi, who arrived for a 28 days program.

An Ethiopian lady was there to set an example for her daughter, who was sick and ignorant of ways to make life changes. While a gentleman from Qatar was there to heal his diabetes. A few young women from India and Australia were there to lose weight and become happier.

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I saw many hopes, dreams and expectations. The conversations during the day were fascinating, full of inspiration.

TIP: Write a diary.

Day 4: Introspection

I felt fine, although a little hungry and lacking energy. Unlike others, I had not lost any weight yet.

When we eat, our body uses the energy source – glucose. The excess glucose is stored in the liver and kept as glycogen for times without food, or when asleep. During sleep our body uses glycogen to recover tissue and to heal. The same happens when we fast.

When glycogen is depleted, our body switches to ketosis - using fat as energy. This usually happens after three days.

After seven days of fasting, the body preserves the protein and starts turning nonessential cellular masses (fibroids, bacteria, degenerative tissue etc.) into energy. These changes may also bring up emotions.

Day 5: Appreciation

I woke up early and as always I did my yoga routine and meditation on the roof of the yoga shala. I watched the dark starry night turning into dawn, a perfect time for meditation.

The resort is situated on a spectacular beach and my retreat buddies often joined me for morning walks.

Today, I was quite hungry. Food was a hot topic of every conversation.

During ‘meal’ times, we shared our desperate recipes: mixing the vegetable broth with diluted beetroot juice. Or mixing the strong ginger tea with diluted pineapple juice. The resort’s hot topic was always food. We all spent hours discussing how to bake bread.

We created a strong bond, promising to meet next year in Italy - to learn how to bake bread while drinking wine, eating cheese and prosciutto.

TIP: Bring your own herbal teas.

Day 6: Hunger games

I woke up tired but opted for kayaking in the sea.

The sea was protected by a coral reef and great for swimming. The corals are home to colorful fish, attracting snorkelers and fishermen.

Mornings were calm and the picturesque scenery reflected in the sea like a mirror. The view from the resort was astonishing.

Today, I noticed my body was detoxifying. My tongue had a white plaque coating, which was a good sign.

My Australian buddy cheered out “we all have a white sock on our tongues”.

I felt tired and very hungry. Local doves were making fun of me cooing “cacao! CACAO!” I was dreaming about my organic cacao in the kitchen at home.

Day 7: Indulgence

I slept more than 10 hours and woke up refreshed and dare I say it, energetic. I was still hungry but didn’t feel like eating.

Feeling chipper, I set off for a trip to the town. It is a charming little place with a welcoming atmosphere. Local traders prepare a breathtaking display of Thai food. I walked through the market taking in exotic aromas of fresh grilled fish, noodle dishes, fresh fruits and herbs.

TIP: Sample the local cuisine before you start the detox.

Day 8: Invigoration

I woke up feeling amazing. Everything had shifted. My body had released weight and I felt crystal clear space around my head.

Fasting increases awareness. During my morning meditation I observed that my vision was clear and also my hearing and sense of smell seemed heightened.

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Part of our program was a daily massage. I chose lymphatic massages to help with detoxification.

I always asked the masseuse to use coconut oil, as a natural sun protection. It worked beautifully instead of sun block.

Additionally, I used coconut oil for oil pulling. In the morning, before you brush your teeth, take a spoon of coconut oil and swish it around in your mouth for about 20 minutes. Do not swallow. This method assisted me with reducing bacteria and improving taste in my mouth.

TIP: Get coconut oil.

Day 9: Mindfulness

I woke up feeling better than ever, ready to break my fast.

Breakfast was a fresh papaya. Lunch was raw Vietnamese rolls and dinner, a vegetable soup. I chew it consciously, allowing all my senses to acknowledge the myriad of flavors. The best food I have ever had. Mindfulness in all things is the key to happiness and health.

Day 10: Rejuvenation

Through my stay I had watched people leaving - happy, slimmer and grounded.

Today it was my turn.

Rejuvenated from being out in nature, in a relatively unpolluted environment (no chemtrails in the sky), I left Thailand with plans to keep up the raw vegan foods, do a one-day a week fast and the recipe for raw Vietnamese rolls.

Want to try it yourself?

Then try The Spa Resort Samui Village, go to www.thesparesorts.net. The author didn’t go there, she went to somewhere else in Koh Samui that she thought was so bad, she doesn’t want to even speak its name.

Alexandra Salkova McKenzie is the founder of Inner Self Consultancy.

Having worked with healing energies and the power of the mind for nearly 20 years, she offers private hypnotherapy, coaching and alternative healing sessions as well as workshops and group meditations. Contact alexandra@innerselfconsultancy.com. www.innerselfconsultancy.com

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therapy Raw Bites: Calling all raw and vegan foodies!

A new UAE-based website is selling everything you need for a raw or vegan lifestyle and delivering it to your door – from nut mylk bags to spiralisers, dehydrators, juicers, blenders, vegan cleaning products, germinating jars… as well as superfoods like acai, maca, lucuma and cacao powder, cacao butter and nibs, goji berries and more. Prices are very reasonable, for example, this spiraliser sells for AED 170; it’s well over AED 200 from other retailers.

Buy it! Check out the whole range at www.raw-bites.ae. Cash on delivery is available.

Mohdoh – play dough meets aromatherapy

Short for Moldable Aromatherapy, Mohdoh is a colourful mouldable dough infused with essential oils that maximises three therapies at once – aromatherapy, colour therapy and play or stress therapy. Knead the dough and essential oils are inhaled and absorbed through the skin. The nine Mohdohs are Breathe, Calm, Headeez, Quit, Sleep, Slim, Think, Travel, and Unwind.

Buy it! AED 55 at Holland and Barrett stores.

Revitafirm Organic Mask

Give your skin a well-deserved indulgence with this special organic mask. Cleanse your face and neck then cover with a thick layer of this lush mask, avoiding the eye area. Let your skin absorb its goodness for 15 minutes then rinse. Suitable for all skin types.

Using German technology, B’atude organic skincare products use widely-tested, natural, organic ingredients like green tea and potent moisturisers to nourish your way to beautiful skin.

Buy it: Prices for B’atude products range from AED 100 to 200. Available at www. souq.com and Holland & Barrett stores. www.facebook.com/ Batudebrand

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UrbanVeda: Ayurvedic skincare with a modern twist

Brand new to the UAE, UrbanVeda is formulated on the principles of Ayurveda in a relevant way for 21st Century skincare complaints.

The four ranges in the UrbanVeda collection target the different skin types associated with ‘doshas’ - the Ayurvedic term to describe the physical and emotional tendencies in our mind and body.

All UrbanVeda packaging is recyclable and bottles are made using post-consumer recycled plastic.

Buy it! UrbanVeda is exclusive to Holland and Barrett. Prices start from AED 75. For more information and to find out your dosha, visit www.urbanveda.co.uk MAY - JUNE 2015

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UAE listings ACUPUNCTURE

The Chiron Clinic Traditional Chinese Medicine treatments, including acupuncture, Chinese herbals and cupping. Dr. Wang Ping specializes in fertility, hormonal & pregnancy complaints, musculoskeletal injuries, and stress. The Chiron Clinic also offers treatments for weight loss, detoxification, allergy screens & desensitization, anxiety, depression, gastrointestinal complaints, skin problems, using natural & complementary medicine.

160 2D St. Al Bada’a/Jumeirah 1 (Behind Life Pharmacy), Dubai Tel. 04 349 7444 Email: info@thechironclinic.com www.facebook.com/TheChironClinic Dubai Physiotherapy & Family Medicine Clinic Comprehensive family medicine and physiotherapy. 1st Floor, Town Centre Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach Road.

T: 04 349 6333 www.dxbphysio.com Synergy Integrated Medical Centre A clinical acupuncturist, Martine (Dip. AC clin. Ac (China) Certificate in Paediatric Acupuncture) specialises in fertility, pregnancy and post-natal treatments.

She uses a combination of traditional Chinese therapies including acupuncture, massage, cupping and moxibustion.

E: synergy8@eim.ae T: 04 348 5452 www.synergyctrdubai.com

ALTERNATIVE MEDICAL CENTRES & CLINICS

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Alternative, complementary and holistic products and services available in the UAE. transform their lives through improving their health and well-being. Your health issues are treated using a whole host of traditional and modern therapies along with professional advice and support.

Whether you want to rest, relax, recover or rejuvenate B&H is your premier wellness destination. Villa 1080, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim 2.

E: hello@breathandhealth.net T: 04 348 9940 www.breathandhealth.net The Chiron Clinic A complementary and alternative medical clinic, the Chiron Clinic treats the ‘whole’ individual. Services on offer include anthropsophical medicine, homeopathy, clinical nutrition, herbal medicines, acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (see below), spinal alignment, counseling/coaching, hydrotherapy, detoxification, and infrared-sauna therapy, to treat a wide array of family health concerns including; eczema and other skin complaints, autism/ADHD, anxiety/depression, digestive complaints, hormonal issues, migraine/tension headaches, insomnia, allergies, low immunity, ear infections, asthma, and joint & back pain. We also offer allergy screening, and a wide array of functional testing.

Dr. Lanalle & Dr. Amel are NorthAmerican Board Certified Naturopathic Doctors.

Open Saturday-Thursday 8:30-8:30.

160 2D St. Al Bada’a/Jumeirah 1 (Behind Life Pharmacy) Tel. 04 349 7444 Email: info@thechironclinic.com www.facebook.com/TheChironClinic

DNA Health - Center for Integrative Medicine & Wellness A state-of-the-art center of excellence for health and wellness, providing the highest level of US healthcare and integrative medicine protocols for healthy aging, lifestyle management and the treatment of chronic disease. Offers functional and lifestyle medicine, energy therapy, detox, bioaesthetics, stress management, and more.

The Collection, St Regis Resort, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi T: +971 2 610 9000 E. info@dnahealthcorp.com www.dnahealthcorp.com

Dubai Herbal & Treatment Centre Conventional (allopathic), complementary and alternative medicine plus wellness treatments. Ayurveda, Beauty, Gynaecology, Homeopathy, Nutrition, Psychology, Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Za’abeel, Oud Metha Rd. E: admin@dubaihtc.com T: 04 335 1200 www.dubaihtc.com

Aura Alternative Medicine Centre Three kinds of treatment Ayurvedic medicines, diet and lifestyle management and Panchakarma for detox, rejuvenating and relaxing. Office 201, Al Faisal 1, CBI Bank Building, King Faisal Road, Sharjah.

E: info@aurahealth.ae T: 06 575 7001 www.aurahealth.ae

Holistic Healing Medical Centre Eastern and western medicines.

Ayurveda, acupuncture, colon hydrotherapy and Homeopathy. Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim 3.

E: doctor@healthholistic.com T: 04 348 7172 www.healthholistic.com

Breath & Health Alternative Medical Centre Dubai´s leading Alternative Medical Centre is fully licensed by Dubai Health Authority (DHA). B&H help people

Intelligent Health Using the latest medical technolody and research, doctors specialise in reversing diseases such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease, auto-immune, brain disease and any cardio or metabolic condition.

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Dubai Mall Medical Centre Complementary and alternative medicine with Naturopathic Medicine Practioner Dr Heather Eade. 7th Floor, Dubai Mall.

T: 04 449 5111 www.tdmmc.ae

International thyroid and bio-hormone therapy expert Dr. Daryl Turner is a visiting practitioner.

T.+971 04 321 5223 E.info@intelligenthealth.ae www.intelligenthealth.ae Lotus Holistic Center A holistic medicine center located in Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi. Acupuncture, homeopathy, chiropractic, massage therapy, exercise therapy, yoga, Hijama (cupping), nutrition, dental. T.+971 2 557 9801 E.info@lotusholistic.ae www.lotusholistic.ae Dr Parviz Rashvand, Synergy Integrated Medical Centre Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, Dr Parviz combines natural modalities and specialises in cancer, MS, autism and other severe auto-immune and degenerative conditions.

E: synergy8@eim.ae T: 04 348 5452 www.synergyctrdubai.com Wellbeing Medical Centre Complementary conventional and alternative health care, cosmetic surgery and laser treatments. Jumeirah 3.

T: +971 4 348 4406 E: info@wellbeingmedicalcentre.com www.wellbeingmedicalcentre.com

ANGEL THERAPY

Crystal’s Energy Carola Becker is an Angel Life Coach certified by Isabelle von Falloise. She offers Angel Readings, Emotional Balance with Angels, and more.

Tel. +971 50 613 0911 Email: becker_carola@hotmail.de Facbook: Crystal’s Energy Angel Messages by Stella Angel therapy, intuitive guidance and more.

T: +971 50 8703639 E: stella@angelmessagesbystella.com www.angelmessagesbystella.com Angels of Light Founders Terri and Buddy are certified Angel Therapy Practitioners from the Diana Cooper School of Angels, and Angel Crystal Healers.

E: angels@angelsoflightonline.com T: 050 655 4814 www.angelsoflightonline.com

ANIMAL ASSISTED THERAPY Sense Hope, health and healing using animals

and nature for human wellness - children, adults and the elderly. Trained therapy animals work with qualified therapists to help with a range of issues including development and speech delays to autism, anxiety, dementia, cancers, etc.

E: info@sense.ae T: 055 748 3178 www.sense.ae

AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE

Spadunya Club Award-winning holistic and wellness spa for women using the 100 per cent organic, French colour therapy spa range called Altearah Bio in holistic vibrational and energetic treatments. Hammam, hydrotherapy, beauty room and steam, sauna and showers. [See also Colour Therapy, Beauty, and Yoga & Fitness] Shams 1, The Walk at JBR, Plaza Level.

E: info@spadunyaclub.com T: +971 4 439 3669 www.spadunyaclub.com Organic Glow Beauty Lounge Eco-friendly, organic salon. Organic hair treatments, ammonia-free colour, aromatherapy massage, formaldehydefree mani-pedis, fresh fruit facials, homemade scrubs and more. Stocks Simply Organic products for purchase.

E: eco_lounge@yahoo.com T: 04 380 4666 www.organicglowuae.com

AYURVEDA

Aura Alternative Medicine Centre Three kinds of treatment Ayurvedic medicines, diet and lifestyle management and Panchakarma for detox, rejuvenating and relaxing. Office 201, Al Faisal 1, CBI Bank Building, King Faisal Road, Sharjah E: info@aurahealth.ae T: 06 575 7001 www.aurahealth.ae Balance Wellness Centre, Ayurvedic Dr Chandy George Ayurvedic assessments and wide range of wellness services, organic and ayurvedic therapies, energy healing. Third floor, Oasis Centre E: chandy.george@cplmg.com T: 04 5151 4051 www.balance-wellness-centre Breath & Health Alternative Medical Centre Dubai´s leading Alternative Medical Centre is fully licensed by Dubai Health Authority (DHA). B&H help people transform their lives through improving

To get your business listed here as well as online at the UAE Wellness Directory at www.awakeningsme.com, email the details to listings@awakeningsme.com For the full UAE Wellness Directory, go to www.awakeningsme.com

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their health and well-being. Your health issues are treated using a whole host of traditional and modern therapies along with professional advice and support.

Whether you want to rest, relax, recover or rejuvenate B&H is your premier wellness destination. Villa 1080, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim 2.

E: hello@breathandhealth.net T: 04 348 9940 www.breathandhealth.net Dubai Herbal & Treatment Centre Conventional (allopathic), complementary and alternative medicine plus wellness treatments. Ayurveda, Beauty, Gynaecology, Homeopathy, Nutrition, Psychology, Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Za’abeel, Oud Metha Rd. E: admin@dubaihtc.com T: 04 335 1200 www.dubaihtc.com

BEAUTY & ORGANIC COSMETICS Katrina Valente Holistics A facial therapist and holistic aesthetician/healer with more than 20 years experience in the beauty industry E: Katrina@katrinavalente.com T: 050 565 7679 ww.katrinavalente.com Shirley Conlon Organics Dubai-based organic skincare and cosmetics. Available to purchase from www.littlemajlis.com/ shirleyconlonorganics; Ripe Organic Market every Friday 9am-2pm; Arte - Time’s Square, 2nd Friday of every month 12pm-7pm (upstairs).

E: shirley@shirleyconlonorganics.com Tel: 050 289 6499 www.shirleyconlonorganics.com Aromera - Martina Hakim Organic skin care and Happiness Coach, Systemic/Family Constellations (Bert Hellinger) T: 050 141 8790 E: mhaki@aromera.com www.aromera.com

CAR HIRE

Green Car Rental A range of hybrid to 100 per cent electric vehicles to hire. From the Nissan Leaf to the BMW X6 Hybrid and Tesla Roadster.

T: 04 321 7478 E: info@greencardubai.com www.greencardubai.com

CAREER TRAINING

Clinical Aromatherapy & Clinical Reflexology, The Holistic Institute IFPA and ITEC accredited for diplomas in Clinical Aromatherapy and Reflexology.

E: info@theholisticinsitute.org T: 04 450 3535 www.theholisticinstitute.org Integrated Clinical Hypnotherapy, Illuminations Well-Being Centre

Certified by the Universal School of Integrated Clinical Hypnotherapy Middle East. Five stages. For more information, go to www.usich-me.com or call Illuminations on 04 448 7043 www.illuminationsworld.com

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

Dubai Herbal & Treatment Centre.

See Alt. Medical Centres for details.

E: admin@dubaihtc.com T: 04 335 1200 www.dubaihtc.com Breath & Health Alt. Medical Centre See Alt. Medical Centres for details.

1080, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim 2.

E: hello@breathandhealth.net T: 04 348 9940 www.breathandhealth.net

COLOUR THERAPY

Spadunya Club Award-winning holistic and wellness spa for women using the 100 per cent organic, French colour therapy spa range called Altearah in holistic vibrational and energetic treatments. Hammam, hydrotherapy, beauty room and steam, sauna and showers. Shams 1, The Walk at JBR, Plaza Level.

T: +971 4 439 3669 E: info@spadunyaclub.com www.spadunyaclub.com Abeer Ayash, Art Healer Abeer creates Soul Paintings for clients using colour for its therapeutic value.

E: info@thirdeyeonline.com T: 04 326 6539 www.thirdeyeonline.com

CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE (see Acupuncture) COUNSELLING (see also Life Coaching) Helen Williams, Life Works Counselling and development. Helen is a Gestalt Therapist. Personal development, counselling, meditation & mindfulness, workshops, grief, stress, anxiety, etc. 996 Al Wasl Rd, Umm Suqeim 1 E: Helen@lifeworksdubai.com E. info@lifeworksdubai.com T: 04 3942464 www.lifeworksdubai.com www.counsellingdubai.com

Tarnia Chapman, Spiritual Counsellor A graduate of the UK School of Metaphysics for the Expansion of Consciousness, Tarnia offers private sessions available to know yourself, be yourself and express yourself.

E: Tarn.chapman@hotmail.com T: 050 2754 571

CRYSTAL THERAPY

Pranic Healing Centre Encorporates pranic with crystal healing. www.pranichealingmea.com

DANCE

Life ‘nOne (See ‘Wellness Centres’ for contacts)

DORN METHOD (Spinal therapy) Karima Nanji at SpaDunya Club See ‘Colour Therapy’ for contacts.

Manchester Clinic PIDDDS treatments are available at the Manchester Clinic in Dubai.

T. 04-3497008. www.piddds.com

DIET & DETOX

Art of Detox, Malcolm Slyper A free online service dedicated to preventing disease through natural cleansing and detox and raw food. Detox retreats hosted.

T: +12024079737 E: info@artofdetox.com www.artofdetox.com Generation Nourished Holistic Health Coaching Programs for women and teenagers looking to lose weight, gain energy, have blood sugar imbalance, or want to overhaul their diet & lifestyle.

T: 055 106 7511 www.generationnourished.com Detox Delight Dubai Detox juices delivered to your door and bespoke detox programmes.

E info@detox-delight.ae T: 055 5568 318 www.detox-delight.ae

Pamella Pierrepont, Starlight Pathways - Thinking into the Future Therapies and Learning Solutions for Kids, PIDDS, The Listening Programme, The Learning Breakthrough.T: 0558097445 or email starlightpathways@gmail.com

Essentially Door-to-door delivery of cold-pressed, natural, raw and organic juices and nut milks. Nourishing cleanse programs with different levels of intensity and juice packs to enjoy daily, alongside your regular diet.

E: support@essentially.ae T: 04/8895753 OUR www.essentially.ae

Andrea Tosatto, Clinical Psychologist, Synergy Medical Centre Specialising in teens and children, Dr Tosatto uses Cognitive Psychotherapy with Jungian analysis as well as yoga and music therapy as needed.

E: synergy8@eim.ae

The Sacred Kitchen Higher consciousness cooking under the premise of food as medicine, services include personal chef, therapeutic cooking classes, private dining events, retreat chef, pantry makeover, menu consultation. Specialises in vegan,

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PICK!

gluten-free, dairy-free, raw and paleo cooking as well as diets for illness or special conditions.

E. neha@thesacredkitchen.org T. +97155-7771019 www.thesacredkitchen.org

EAR CONING AND CANDLING Breath and Health Alternative Medical Centre Villa 1080, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suquim 2 E: hello@breathandhealth.net T: 04 348 9940 www.breathandhealth.net

ENERGY HEALING

OUR PICK!

Yazan Power Yazan Rahman transforms your life by clearing blocks with Chinese Energetics.

T. (056) 224 7700 E. yazanpower1@gmail.com www.yazanpower.com Atlantean Healing Natasha Tome Atlantean Healing is a high vibrating energy used in the healing temples of Atlantis. Sessions are designed to balance the energy field as Atlanteans believed disease was a manifestation of the imbalance in the energy field. Jumeirah 1.

T. (055) 9288477 E. natasha@whitelotuslight.com www.whitelotuslight.com LuminEssence Living, Silfath Pinto Silfath restores and elevates women in their feminine energy through soulful feminine movement, life coaching and feminine energy healing through weekly 2-hour classes. Also available: private sessions, workshops, eg: Body Love for Magical Women.

T. 056 214 3336 E. silfath@silfathpinto.com www.silfathpinto.com Life ‘n One Variety of energy healing modalities, see ‘Wellnes Centres’ for contacts.

Institute of Thought for Human Excellence Develop your personality with NLP; Karma Breakthrough and Wealth Mastery Seminars. Training Institute for 1. Karma Healing for Debt, Love, Procrastination, Health, Anger, Conflicts, Trauma issues.

2. Business Skills on Sales, Confidence, public speaking, Presentation etc 3. Equity Investment and Trading for Wealth Creation 4. Body Mind Soul Healing involving Past life Regression, Hypnotherapy, NLP, THetaHealing, 5. Law of Magnetism, Law of Attraction 6. Scientific Palmistry 7. Mentorship Courses on Business, Relationship, Spirituality etc Location: Suit # 2104, Jumeirah Bay X2 tower, JLT, Dubai.

T. 055 268 7878 E: lakshmi@sumantkaultraining.com www.sumantkaultraining.com or www. sumantsumeetkaul.com

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Golden Energy Healings Zarine Dadachanji incorporates various modalities including Access Bars Consciousness, SRT, Theta Healing, Magnified Healing, Kinesiology, Chakra Clearings, Crystal Healing, and Sound Healing using gongs and bowls.

E: goldenenergyhealings@gmail.com T: 050 650 9954.

Hands in Hope Meditation Centre Barbara Jackle is a hands-on energy healer. Office 214, Jumeirah Terrace Building, Jumeirah 1 T: 04 351 7901 E: info@hands-in-hope.com www.hands-in-hope.com Noora Deen Reconnective Healing Noora does one-on-one healing sessions working with universal energy frequencies to restore balance to the body, mind, and spirit. She also facilitates The Reconnection. For information on Reconnective Healing, go to www.thereconnection.com T: +971 (0)50 400 5545 E: noora.deen@live.com

EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE (EFT)

Third Eye Centre Clinical Hypnotherapist Monisha specialises in EFT and Hypnotherapy.

Offers workshops such as Taking Charge, Self Hypnosis, Karma and Forgiveness.

Contact Monisha at The Third Eye Centre.

E: info@thirdeyeonline.com T: 04 326 6539 www.thirdeyeonline.com

FENG SHUI

Cris Falconi Feng Shui Residential and corporate feng shui, interior design and consultancy.

T: 055 362 9027 E: info@cristianofalconi.com www.cristianofalconi.com Brenda Margaret, B&C Wellness Ctr Offer Home Alignment, an energetic method to make your home a sacred space.

T: +971 55 9743607 E: brendacharu@gmail.com www.brendacharu.com Cosmic Healing Centre (see Wellness Centres)

FLOATATION THERAPY

Point Zero Floatation Center, Abu Dhabi Floatation Therapy, Ayurveda and Body Works. Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi opposite Al Forsan Sports resort and next to Berlitz Language Center. Street #12, Villa 3.

T: +971 (2) 445 5775, E: bookings@pointzerofloatation.com www.pointzerofloatation.com

GASTRIC MIND BANDING (see hypnotherapy) GONGING AND GONG BATH

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MEDITATIONS

Aspen Aman, The Gong House Private and group sessions for healing mind and body through sound meditation as well as gonging classes. Special classes also held for children. www.meetup.com/The-Gong-House Lawrence Enderle Gong Bath Meditations and Sound and Vibration sessions and workshops at various locations in Dubai.

Go to www.meetup.com/Gong-BathMeditations Zarine Dadachanji Zarine facilitates private, group and corporate meditation sessions incorporating guided visualisations, gonging, singing bowls and chanting.

E: goldenenergyhealings@gmail.com T: 050 650 9954.

GYMS (see Yoga, Gyms & Fitness) HOLISTIC CENTRES (See ‘Wellness Centres’) HOMEOPATHY

The Wellness Brothers Sean and Ryan Penny offer personal training, DNA testing for health, diet and fitness; the ABC of fat-loss; 10 or 15 day detox plans, and more to individuals, groups, and companies.

E: contactus@thewellnessbrothers.com www.thewellnessbrothers.com

HOUSEHOLD MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Green Facilities Management (Green FM) Environmentally-friendly home maintenance and repair, from water tank cleaning to pest control, renovations, air con service and repair, 24/7 emergency call outs and more.

T: 04 440 8929 or 050 5520 150 E: info@green-fms.com www.green-fms.com

HYPNOTHERAPY

Awakened Soul, Rachel Beavan Energy healer and psychotherapist E: beavanrachel@mac.com www.rachelbeavan.com Elite Mind Solutions Anna Yates is a psychotherapist, clinical hypnotherapist, licensed NLP practitioner, gastric mind band therapist, pause button therapist, and smoking cessation specialist.

T: +971 (0)50 6512145 www.elitemindsolutions.com Rachel Foy Clinical and cognitive behavioural hypnotherapist, EFT, NLP, homeopath and nutritional therapist. Offers inner repatterning, hypno-birthing, gastric mind banding. Rachel offers a free 20 min

session for new clients. Call Breath and Health Alternative Medical Centre on 04 348 9940. www.rachelfoy.com Sabine Poncelet Healer and hypnotherapist. Private sessions at KUUR Physiotherapy Center.

Hypnotherapy for: anger, stress, anxiety management. Self confidence,self esteem, past life regression and more.

T: 050 81 44 529 www.sabinetherapies.com Inner Self Consultancy Alexandra Salkova offers hypnotherapy, NLP coaching, Theta healing, EFT, Reiki, De-stress programme.

E: alexandra@innerselfconsultancy.com.

T: 050 698 4612. www.innerselfconsultancy.com

KINESIOLOGY

Osteopathic Health Centre Malcolm Gregory and Nargis Raza give self-help and support to people suffering from pain. Umm Suqueim and Mirdiff E: clinicsinfo@osteopathydubai.com T: 04 348 73 66 www.osteopathydubai.com

LIFE COACHING

Unlocked Potential Ebru Goksu Yildirim is a certified, empowering and intuitive life and relattionship coach who helps you overcome internal barriers and take action. Book a FREE sample session now.

E: ebru@unlockedpotential.com T: 052 8766390 www.unlockedpotential.com Inner Self Consultancy Alexandra Salkova offers hypnotherapy, NLP coaching, Theta healing, EFT, Reiki, De-stress programme.

E: alexandra@innerselfconsultancy.com.

T: 050 698 4612. www.innerselfconsultancy.com Crystal’s Energy Carola Becker is an Angel Life Coach certified by Isabelle von Falloise. She offers Angel Readings, Emotional Balance with Angels, and more.

Tel. +971 50 613 0911 Email: becker_carola@hotmail.de Facbook: Crystal’s Energy Mind Body Dynamix MBD founder Amal Loring has counseled

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many UAE families on issues ranging from social, relationship and economic matters. The Citadel, Business Bay E: info@mindbodydynamixs.com T: +971 50 655 0438 www.mindbodydynamixs.com Soul mapping, Stephanie Hamilton Get help understanding your life’s purpose.

T: 050 870 1927 E: connect@nektar.ae www.nektar.ae Livia Anzaldo, Liv 2 Lead Individual lifestyle coaching plus corporate coaching, wellness and adventure travel retreats, yoga classes.

E: livia@liv2lead.com T: 050 1819 527 www.liv2lead.com LifeWorks Personal development, counselling, meditation & mindfulness, workshops, grief, stress, anxiety, etc. 996 Al Wasl Road, Umm Sequeim 1, Dubai T. 04 3942464 E. info@lifeworksdubai.com www.counsellingdubai.com Sushma, Third Eye Certified Life Coach, Sushma conducts coaching workshops and sessions E: sushma@thirdeyeonline.com T: 04 326 6539 www.thirdeyeonline.com

MASSAGE

Feet First Reflexology and massage centre.

Services include deep tissue massage, de-stress massage, shiatsu massage, acupressure facial, slimming massage E: info@feet1st.com T: 04 366 9956 www.feet1st.com Heaven on Earth Med Spa Holistic Massage, Organic Essential Oil Aromatherapy and Hammam, Naturopathic & Natural Wellness Consultations, Organic Living Foods Weight Loss & Reversing Diabetes programs. Concord Tower, Media City, Dubai T: +97144542806 www.HeavenOnEarthMedSpa.com

MAID & CLEANING SERVICES Eco Maid ME The region’s first and only toxin and carcinogen-free, eco-friendly cleaning

To get your business listed here as well as online at the UAE Wellness Directory at www.awakeningsme.com, email the details to listings@awakeningsme.com For the full UAE Wellness Directory, go to www.awakeningsme.com

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service using primarily citrus and mineralbased cleaners imported from Europe and New Zealand.

T: 050 158 2192 or 04 388 1292 www.ecomaidme.com

MEAL DELIVERY SERVICES

Kcal Extra Healthy calorie-controlled monthly meal plans delivered daily to your door.

T: 04 3395 316 or sign up at the website www.kcalextra.com HealthTrendz Healthy food to go.

E: healthtrendz@dwtc.com Lively UAE Tailored meals delivered to your doorstep and continuous follow ups and body assessment.

Branches in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

E: info@lively.ae for Dubai or infoad@lively.ae for Abu Dhabi. www.lively.ae Right Bite Healthy calorie-controlled monthly meal plans delivered daily to your door.

T: 04 338 8763 E: info@right-bite.com www.right-bite.com

MEDITATION

Cosmic Healing Centre - See ‘Wellness Centres’ for contacts.

Illuminations Well-Being Centre Various regular weekly meditations. See ‘Wellness Centres’ for contacts.

Placenta Passion For placenta encapsulation, Elizabeth Bain is a midwife, public health nurse, certified birth doula, hypnobirthing practitioner and an independent Placenta Encapsulation Specialist.

E: bettybain23@hotmail.com T:. 050 4215180/ 050 456 1333 www.dubaidoulas.com

NEURO LINGUISTIC PROGRAMMING

Institute of Thought for Human Excellence Develop your personality with NLP; Karma Breakthrough and Wealth Mastery Seminars. Training Institute for: 1. Karma Healing for Debt, Love, Procrastination, Health, Anger, Conflicts, Trauma issues.2.

Business Skills on Sales, Confidence, public speaking, Presentation etc.

3. Equity Investment and Trading for Wealth Creation 4. Body Mind Soul Healing involving Past life Regression, Hypnotherapy, NLP, THetaHealing, 5. Law of Magnetism, Law of Attraction 6. Scientific Palmistry 7. Mentorship Courses on Business, Relationship, Spirituality etc Location: Suit # 2104, Jumeirah Bay X2 tower, JLT, Dubai.

T. 055 268 7878 E: lakshmi@sumantkaultraining.com www.sumantkaultraining.com www.sumantsumeetkaul.com

The Third Eye Centre - See ‘Wellness Centres’ for contacts.

Discover Nirvana - See ‘Wellness Centres’ for contacts.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation A method of meditation based on achieving ‘thoughtless awareness’.

Free weekly sessions at different UAE locations, T: 050 295 3571 E: uaesahajayoga@gmail.com www.sahajayogauae.com Vipassana Meditation Offering courses in Vipassana Meditation as taught by S.N. Goenka. Ten day silent meditation retreats held in RAK. E: vipassana.dubai@gmail.com www.dhamma.org

MUMS & BABIES

Andrea Balazs, Holistic Health Coach & Yoga Teacher Pre and postnatal nutrition, women’s health, and weight management. Hatha and pre/postnatal private and group yoga classes across Dubai.

T: 050 584 2934.

E: andrea@yoganutrition.com www.andreabalazs.com Dubai Doula Carol Unterhorst is a Dubai-based doula with a degree in Psychological Counselling and skills in acupressure.

Contact her through http://ca-doula. blogspot.ae

Carola Becker Crystal's Energy

Abu Dhabi-based Carola is an ANGEL LIFE COACH® who offers the following services: • Angel Balance sessions • Adv. Angel Card Reader • Crystal bed healing (from 05/2015) • Colour therapy (from 05/2015) • Aura sprays of gemstones, essences • Organic herbal candles • Gemstone waterbars made of Fair trade gemstones, lamps, jewelry and more.

Following workshops coming up: May 2, Shamanic Healing May 30, Business Energetics June 12-14, Chinese Energetics levels 1 & 2 June 16-17, True Abundance

Feeling stuck?

Unlock your potential, be at your best, build the relationship you dream of and get where you want to be in life.

Ebru is a certified, empowering and intuitive life and relationship coach who helps you see the bigger picture, overcome internal barriers and take action.

Book a free sample session now and take the first step to changing your life.

Ebru Goksu Yildirim

Call 056 224 7700 www.yazanpower.com

Life, Relationship Systems and Personal Branding Coach +971 52 8766390 ebru@unlockedpotentials.com

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Plus online and print listings thrown in free of charge.

ThetaHealing®

Seminars & individual sessions with Masters & Certificates of Science Maya Badran & Tony Shoushani T. +971 50 8491237 E. info@awakeningthemasters.com

Email: tamara@awakeningsme.com

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T: 050 613 0911 E: becker_carola@hotmail.de

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Transform your life with Chinese Energetics

050 8433 262 www.awakeningthemasters.com

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Transformations Institute Using NLP, the Transformations team help clients increase their productivity, work and learn smarter, improve memory and concentration, resolve problems creatively, and enjoy greater confidence and self-esteem.

T: +971 4 344 0115 E: info@transforminst.com www.transforminst.com

Blue Planet Green People Organic and eco-home, body-care and health foods, along with fruit and veggie produce from local producers at this JLT store plus a farmer’s market on Fridays from 11am to 3pm. Where: BS4, Al Seef 2, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai T: +971 4369 5209 E: info@bpgpuae.com www.blueplanetgreenpeople.com

NATUROPATHY

Down to Earth Organics Supplies organic food and groceries in Dubai. Store at G11, Sheikh Hamdan Awards Complex, Opposite Union Flag, Jumeirah 1, Dubai.

E: info@downtoearthorganic.ae T: 04 386 3391 www.downtoearthorganic.ae

Dr Parviz Rashvand, Synergy Integrated Medical Centre Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, Dr Parviz combines natural modalities and specialises in cancer, MS, autism and other severe auto-immune and degenerative conditions.

E: synergy8@eim.ae T: 04 348 5452 www.synergyctrdubai.com

OFFICE WELLNESS

Focal Upright Ergonomic office equipment that’s better for the body, the upright office introduces a new working posture that’s halfway between sitting and standing.

E:bernadette@bernaciseme.com T: 050 283 2020 www.focalupright.com

ORGANIC & HEALTH FOODS

Holland & Barrett An extensive range of food and supplements, health foods and herbal remedies that is constantly expanding to respond to the challenge of creating new and innovative products to enhance well-being. Dubai stores in Mirdif City Centre, Dubai Festival City, The Dubai Mall, Jumeirah High Street, Madinat Jumeirah, City Walk, and Oasis Centre.

Also in Fujairah City Centre and Ras Al Khaimah’s Al Hamra Mall. www.hollandandbarrett.com Agriculture Box Grow your own fruit, vegetables and herbs. Agriculture Box provides soil, seeds, irrigation/drainage, composting system, organic fertiliser solution, installation and delivery.

T: +971 52 875 1318 E: agriculturebox@gmail.com www.agriculturebox.com Be Super Natural A UAE online shop for raw, vegan, organic, fairtrade, ethical foodstuffs and groceries. www.besupernatural.com Le Petit Marché Specialty health organic food store in Jumeirah, has launched its online offering through an exclusive tie-up with Supermarketplace.ae, a new entrant to the online daily grocery space.

Le Petit Marche Dept. Store, Jumeirah Beach Road, Magrudy Mall, Jumeirah 1.

Tel: + 971 (04) 344 2044 Email: info@supermarketplace.ae www.supermarketplace.ae

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The Farm House Local, seasonal, organic and fresh products off UAE farms; beef, lamb,camel, chicken, fresh organic chicken egs, fresh organic quail eggs, organic cow milk, goat milk, sheep milk, camel milk. All seasonal organic local vegetables and fruit.

Souk Al Manzil, Down Town Dubai Daily 8am until 10 pm E: bob@thefarmhouse.ae www.thefarmhouse.ae Greenheart Organic Farms Freshly harvested organic produce from UAE farms sold to Dubai residents, via designated collection points or through home delivery (minimum order Dh100). Order online or pop in to the shop in Arjan, Al Barsha 2, close to the Arabian Ranches roundabout. www.greenheartuae.com Organic Supermarket and Café Fresh organic and biodynamic food, supplements, skincare, cosmetics, baby items and household products. Stores in Greens, Jumeirah and Shk Zayed Road just past Oasis Centre.

T: 04 4340577 www.organicfoodsandcafe.com Ripe Middle East Supplies local organic produce in Dubai.

Farm fresh fruit and vegetables delivered to your door or for purchase at the farmers markets. Warehouse 11, 6A Street, Al Quoz behind Times Square Ctr. E: info@ripeme.com T: 04 380 7602 www.ripeme.com

PILATES

Real Pilates Private and Semi-Private Sessions also available, including Rehab Pilates. Two locations: Palm Strip Mall, 1st Floor, Jumeirah.

JLT JBC2, Tower, Cluster V www.real-pilates.com The Hundred Pilates Studio Dubai Healthcare City, District 1 Al Razi Building #64, Block B, Suite 3020, Dubai T: 04 429 8433 www.thehundred.ae

PHOTOGRAPHY

Soul Photography with Nektar Lifestyle Stephanie Hamilton specialises in photography projects that heal and celebrate your life.

T: 050 870 1927 E: connect@nektar.ae www.nektar.ae

PRANIC HEALING

The GMCKS Pranic Energy Healing Center Pranic healing courses of all levels and group meditations. Encorporates pranic with Arhatic Yoga, KriyaShakti, crystal healing and Feng Shui.

T: 04 3688067/ 3688104 M: 050-6566547 www.pranichealingmea.com

QIGONG

Meihua Li Tai Chi Group or private lessons available weekly. See website for times.

T: Anmarie 050 4698589 E: anmarie@mltaichi.com www.mltaichi.com The Third Eye Qigong Instructor Ania gives personal classes and group workshops in Qigong as well as healing sessions to remove blocks from meridians and energy channels.

E: info@thirdeyeonline.com T: 04 326 6539 www.thirdeyeonline.com

REFLEXOLOGY

Feet First Reflexology and massage centre. Services include deep tissue massage, de-stress massage, shiatsu massage, acupressure facial, slimming massage.

E: info@feet1st.com T: 04 366 9956 www.feet1st.com

REGRESSION THERAPY

Awakened Soul, Rachel Beavan Healing, guidance and psychotherapy.

E: beavanrachel@mac.com www.rachelbeavan.com Institute of Thought for Human Excellence Develop your personality with NLP; Karma Breakthrough and Wealth Mastery Seminars. Training Institute for: 1. Karma Healing for Debt, Love, Procrastination, Health, Anger, Conflicts, Trauma issues.

2. Business Skills on Sales, Confidence, public speaking, Presentation etc 3. Equity Investment and Trading for Wealth Creation 4. Body Mind Soul Healing involving

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Past life Regression, Hypnotherapy, NLP, THetaHealing, 5. Law of Magnetism, Law of Attraction 6. Scientific Palmistry 7. Mentorship Courses on Business, Relationship, Spirituality etc Location: Suit # 2104, Jumeirah Bay X2 tower, JLT, Dubai.

T. 055 268 7878 E: lakshmi@sumantkaultraining.com www.sumantkaultraining.com or www.sumantsumeetkaul.com Mimi Harding Discover your past life connections to places, people and your inner self.

Member of of the Past Life Therapists Association. Adv PLR & LBL Specialist. To enquire or book, email Mimi.Harding@ gmail.com or call 056 991 8852.

REIKI

Awakened Soul, Rachel Beavan Healer and psychotherapist Rachel offers healings as well as classes in Reiki.

E: beavanrachel@mac.com www.rachelbeavan.com Seda Goksel Healing Reiki Master and Theta healer. Private healing sessions and Reiki classes.

T: 050 600 6968 E: sedagoksel@hotmail.com www.facebook.com/SedaGokselhealing

REIKI FOR ANIMALS

Animal Reiki in Dubai Sabine Poncelet helps heal your animal and yourself with energetic care.

T: 050 814 4529 E: info@sabinetherapies.com www.sabinetherapies.com

RESTAURANTS & CAFES

OUR PICK!

One Cafe, Jumeirah 1 Located at Life’nOne wellness center, relax in the garden with a fresh juice, protein shake, green smoothie, Turkish coffee, etc. One of our favourites is the High Vibe smoothie - banana, cacao, anana, lucuma, Peruvian maca root, almond milk. Location: Jumeirah 1, behind Magrudy’s Book Store.

T: 04 343 6676 E: info@lifenone.com www.lifenone.com Bestro – Live and Raw Dubai’s first raw food restaurant, Bestro’s menu is all vegan apart from the raw Yemeni honey that’s used in selected items. Galeries Lafayette, Dubai.

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T: +971 (0)4 441 6407 www.facebook.com/BeStroUAE

T: Sabeena on 050 105 2813 www.thelittlefairtradeshop.com

Baker & Spice Salads, handmade wild bread, cakes, breakfasts and mains, all made from locally sourced ingredients where possible. Location: Souk al Bahar and Dukkan al Manzil, Downtown Dubai.

Marina Promenade. Maps on website.

T: 04 425 2240, 04 427 9856 and 04 362 4686 www.bakerandspiceme.com

The Change Initiative, Barsha Sustainable products, from household to fashion and appliances.

E: info@tci-mail.com T: 800 824 www.thechangeinitiative.com

Comptoir 102 Organic cafe and boutique store. 102 Beach Rd, Jumeirah T. 04 3854555 E. contact@comptoir102.com www.comptoir102.com Elken Cafe Community Healthy, organic and gluten-free options alongside tasty indulgences like carrot-cake-in-a-jar. Location: Marina Promenade next to Pearl Marina Hotel Apts opp. Choitrams. Home delivery.

T. 04 432 5720 www.elkencafe.com The Farm, Al Barari Promises local and organic ingredients, where possible. Location: Al Barari, off Emirates Road - driving directions on website www.thefarmdubai.com T: 04 392 5660 Nathalie’s Cafe, Abu Dhabi Fresh, low-fat meals in Abu Dhabi media zone, Twofour54 in Khalifa Park.

T: 02 441 1330 www.facebook.com/NathaliesCafe

SHOPPING

Green Bags UAE Eco-friendly bags in UAE & leading provider of jute ,cotton and juco bags.

These ethically-produced reusable bags are a replacement for plastic.

T: 04 370 5277 E: enquiry@greenbagsuae.com www.greenbagsuae.com Noviplus Noviplus offers members discounts on health and fitness services, tips and advice, news, fitness tools and more.

T: 050 585 6948 E: info@noviplus.ae www.noviplus.ae Raw Bites Online shop for all your vegan cooking and lifestyle needs - spiralisers to nut mylk bags, juicers, blenders, superfoods and more. Cash on delivery available. www.raw-bites.ae Sparklefairy New age and wellness online boutique. www.sparklefairy.com The Little Fair Trade Shop Products and foodstuffs made by artisans and farmers in developing or disadvantaged countries.

E: thelittlefairtradeshop@hotmail.com

SPAS & RETREATS

Mizan at Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi Traditional massages, Hammam rituals and tailor-made treatments using the worldrenowned brands Maroc and Natura Bisse www.roccofortehotelabudhabi.com Namm Spa, Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi Massages, scrubs, facials, body treatments, water treatments and more.

To book your well-being experience, call +971 (2) 698 8300.

Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, Muroor Road, Abu Dhabi www.dusit.com/dusitthani/abudhabi/ Al Asalla Spa, Dubai Ladies Club Ladies only. Moroccan Hammam and traditional Arabic Rasul, Detoxifying, Firming and Hydrating Body Wraps, therapeutic massages, Facials as well as a variety of grooming services.

Tel: +971 4 3499922 Ext: 400 or Ext: 410 Dir: +971 4 3449445 Email: alasalla.spa@dubailadiesclub.com www.dubailadiesclub.com Cryo Health Cryotherapy is a curative health treatment involving extremely low temperatures (-120 to -160 degrees Celsius). Health benefits include antiaging skin rejuvenation by stimulating collagen production and weight loss management by using the sub-zero temperature to speed up blood circulation and surge the metabolism. Locations: The Boulevard, Jumeirah Emirates Towers and Dubai Ladies Club, Jumeirah 2.

T. +971 4 351 8300 T. +971 4 351 8300 E. contact@cryo-health.com www.cryo-health.com Spadunya Club, JBR Various holistic techniques from an international team of therapists and healers. Treatment suites, hammam, hydrotherapy, beauty room and steam, sauna and showers. Shams 1, The Walk at JBR, Plaza Level.

T: 04 439 3669 www.spadunyaclub.com eSSensuals Aromatherapy Centre Holistic women’s spa. Treatments include massages, Facials, body treatments, reflexology, Aroma Manicure, Pedicure and more. First floor, Jumeirah Centre, Jumeirah Beach Road (next to Spinneys and Magrudys).

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Powwer Lounge Ladies Fitness Weight-loss and wellness spa offfering personalised weight-loss, yoga, sculpting, meditation, hypnotherapy, ThetaHealing, Gong meditation, Tarot and Angel card readings, etc.

T: 055 840 7679 E: powwerlounge@gmail.com www.powwereat.com Talise Wellness Spa, Madinat Jumeirah Blends integrative medicine and diagnostics with holistic therapies. www.jumeirah.com Kalm Holistic Beauty, Palm Jumeirah A One Stop holistic shop offering women facials, manicures, pedicures, eyelash extensions, massages, waxing, threading, hair treatments, haircut and blow drying.

Palm Island Jumeira, Riva Beach Club, between Shoreline Apartments 7 and 8.

T: +9714 451 9988. www.kalmbeauty.com Supreme Chi Energy Spa, JLT Energised water therapy spa for problems like asthma, angina, hypertension, migraines, headaches, back pain, chronic fatigue syndrome, etc. Swiss Towers, Y3, opposite Carrefour & Damas, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai T: 04 3605806 / 055 8742129 E: acarroll@supremechi-energyspa.com Sisters Beauty Lounge, Dubai & Abu Dhabi A high-end chain of salons for women that offer organic facials and brands including Cowshed, Eminence and Shiffa.

Various locations around Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Go to the website for details. www.sistersbeautylounge.com ShuiQi Spa and Fitness, Atlantis The Palm Luxury spa for treatments, bathing options, traditional and water therapies.

His and her separate areas.

Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Tel. 04 4261020 Email: dxb-spa@atlantisthepalm.com www.atlantisthepalm.com

SPIRITUAL RESPONSE THERAPY (SRT)

Lukas Putz An SRT practitioner and teacher, Lukas works out of Illuminations Well- Being Centre (see Holistic Centres).

For SRT information, www.spiritualresponse.com www.illuminationsworld.com B&C Wellness Brenda Margaret and Charu Mathur are SRT practitioners.

T: +971 55 9743607 or +971 55 5662219 E: brendacharu@gmail.com www.brendacharu.com

STRESS MANAGEMENT

Well Woman Clinic, Melanie Schlatter E: wwc@emirates.net.ae T: 04 332 7117 www.wellwomanclinic.ae

Dubai Physiotherapy & Family Medicine Comprehensive family medicine and physiotherapy. 1st Floor, Town Centre Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach Road.

T: 04 349 6333 www.dxbphysio.com

UNANI (CUPPING/HIJAMA) Dr. Amr Farouk, Ajman Clinic at GMC Hospital. Call during business hours on +971 (0)6 746 3333

Al Hijama Alternative Medical Centre Drs. Fatima Shaheen and Syed Asaduddin Ahmed are Unani and Hijama specialists in Sharjah, 306 DeltaTower, Corniche Street, Sharjah.

T: 050 804 9107 or 06 556 0500.

E: docsaab@hotmail.com

TAI CHI

Meihua Li Tai Chi Group or private lessons available weekly.

See website for times.

T: Anmarie 050 4698589 E: anmarie@mltaichi.com www.mltaichi.com

TRAVEL (see ‘Wellness Retreats) THETA HEALING The Lakes Energy Healing Using a mix of ThetaHealing, Tapping (EFT) and SRT, Anne Brison helps release the blocks holding you back in life that manifest as everything from physical to financial issues.

T. 050 8433 262 Awakening Conferences & Seminars Organizing ThetaHealing helps you remove your subconscious blocks allowing you to create instantaneous physical, mental, emotional & spiritual healing. Book a ThetaHealing one-on-one session or attend a seminar with Masters and Certificates of Science Maya Badran and Tony Shoushani.

T: +971 50 8491237 E: info@awakeningthemasters.com www.awakeningthemasters.com Elias Kanakri, Create Your Own Reality Want to change the reality you’re creating? Be it depression or anxiety, a bad breakup, money problems, physical issues... any reality you want to change, can be worked on. Fear, resentment, anxiety, depression, financial concerns, etc. Anything you feel that doesn’t belong in your life.

T. 050 857 4676 www.eliaskanakri.com Institute of Thought for Human Excellence Develop your personality with NLP; Karma Breakthrough and Wealth Mastery Seminars. Training Institute for 1. Karma Healing for Debt, Love, Procrastination, Health, Anger, Conflicts, Trauma issues.

2. Business Skills on Sales, Confidence,

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public speaking, Presentation etc 3. Equity Investment and Trading for Wealth Creation. 4. Body Mind Soul Healing involving Past life Regression, Hypnotherapy, NLP, THetaHealing, 5. Law of Magnetism, Law of Attraction 6. Scientific Palmistry. 7. Mentorship Courses on Business, Relationship, Spirituality etc Location: Suit # 2104, Jumeirah Bay X2 tower, JLT, Dubai.

T. 055 268 7878 E: lakshmi@sumantkaultraining.com www.sumantkaultraining.com or www. sumantsumeetkaul.com Sabine Poncelet Alternative Therapy Theta Healing, Reiki, Magnetism & Mediumship, Animal Communication.

M: 050 81 44 529 www.sabinetherapies.com Theta Healing Universe Part of Third Eye Centre, offers Theta Healing courses and sessions.

T: 04 326 6539 www.thetahealinguniverse.com

VASTU see ‘Feng Shui’ WELLNESS EQUIPMENT

Om Life High-end wellness, fitness and physiotherapy equipment for spas, clinics, gyms and private clients.

T: +971 4 368 0994.

E: infoweb@omlifeme.com www.omlifeme.com

WELLNESS CENTRES Life ‘N’ One Life’N’ One is a life center; a place to revitalize mind and body. Services include meditation, flow yoga, Pilates, Reiki, energy healing, cord cutting, Barre, dance, nutrition coaching, life coaching, ThetaHealing, Angelic healing, Qijong, hypnotherapy and past life regression.

Also has a healthy cafe and beautiful garden for relaxing with a protein shake, green smoothie, Turkish coffee, etc.

Location: Jumeirah 1, behind Magrudy’s Book Store.

T: 04 343 6676 E: info@lifenone.com www.lifenone.com The Alignment Institute Aura alignment, Feng Shui, guided meditation, Tarot, NLP. P.O. Box 114350, Abu Dhabi T: 050 6811728 E: align@shivaniadalja.com www.shivaniadalja.com Discover Nirvana Self-discovery workshops, yoga for kids, space clearing and feng shui for the home, Ayurvedic cooking, wellness for pets, crystal healing, Reiki, Theta healing and online shopping.

E: info@discovernirvana.org www.discovernirvana.org

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The Miracles Center Icon Tower, office 306, next to Byblos Hotel, Tecom T: +971 (0)4 363 9307 E: info@miraclesworldwide.com

Yoga Retreats Groups taken on yoga and personal growth retreats in the UAE and abroad.

T: 050 1819527 E: livia@yogaretreats.ae www.yogaretreats.ae

Cosmic Healing Centre Services, treatments, events and training in various healing modalities, self-empowerment workshops and meditations, plus alternative and complementary therapies. Pranic, Theta, Reiki, Vastu and Feng Shui, Crystal, KriyaShakti, EFT, Hypnotherapy.Office No: 402; Montana Building, Home Options Building, GPO, Karama, Dubai.

E: info@cosmichealingcentre.org T: 04 357 6676 www.cosmichealingcentre.org

YOGA, GYMS & FITNESS

Institute of Thought for Human Excellence Develop your personality with NLP; Karma Breakthrough and Wealth Mastery Seminars. Training Institute for 1. Karma Healing for Debt, Love, Procrastination, Health, Anger, Conflicts, Trauma issues.

2. Business Skills on Sales, Confidence, public speaking, Presentation etc 3. Equity Investment and Trading for Wealth Creation 4. Body Mind Soul Healing involving Past life Regression, Hypnotherapy, NLP, THetaHealing, 5. Law of Magnetism, Law of Attraction 6. Scientific Palmistry 7. Mentorship Courses on Business, Relationship, Spirituality etc Location: Suit # 2104, Jumeirah Bay X2 tower, JLT, Dubai.

T. 055 268 7878 E: lakshmi@sumantkaultraining.com www.sumantkaultraining.com

(see also ‘Pilates’, ‘Tai chi’, ‘Qigong’) Bodytree Studio, Abu Dhabi Yoga, Pilates and dance classes.

T: +971 2 443 4448 E: info@bodytreestudio.com www.bodytreestudio.com Aura Alternative Medicine Centre, Sharjah Ayurvedic medicines, diet and lifestyle management and Panchakarma for detox, rejuvenating and relaxing. Office 201, Al Faisal 1, CBI Bank Building, King Faisal Road, Sharjah.

E: info@aurahealth.ae T: 06 575 7001 www.aurahealth.ae Engine Health & Fitness, Dubai Yoga to Zumba, Body Pump, Combat and Attack, personal training and more. Beach Road, Jumeirah 1.

T: +971-4-3819999 E: customercare@ehf.ae www.ehf.ae Balance Wellness Centre Yoga and Pilates classes including Hatha, Yoga Therapy, Vinyasa Flow, Dynamic, Pre and Post Natal, Pranayama and Meditation. Third floor, Oasis Centre, Sheikh Zayed Road.

E: info.balance@cplmg.com.

T: 04 384 7010. www.balance-wellness-centre.com

Illuminations Well-Being Centre 409, Fortune Executive Towers, Cluster T, Plot T1, JLT (next to Dubai Marina Metro).

E: info@illuminationsworld.com T: 04 448 7043 www.illuminationsworld.com

Bay Yoga Center Bikram, hot yoga and general yoga classes. Grosvenor Business Tower, Al Abraj St, Unit 905, Business Bay, Dubai Tel. 971 50 554 5520 or 971 04 425 5960 E .info@bayyoga.ae

The Third Eye Centre 1101 Saeed Tower II, On top of Nandos/ KFC, next to Four Points Sheraton, Sheikh Zayed Road. Financial Centre Metro.

E: info@thirdeyeonline.com T: 04 326 6539 www.thirdeyeonline.com

Dubai Ladies Club Octagym is the new functional training playground of eight rides at Dubai Ladies Club in Jumeirah. Ladies only.

T. 04 349 9922 www.dubailadiesclub.com

Balance Wellness Centre Ayurvedic treatments, diet, counselling, meditation, therapeutic massage, herbal therapies, yoga and Pilates. Third floor, Oasis Centre, Sheikh Zayed Road E: info.balance@cplmg.com T: 04 384 7010 www.balance-wellness-centre.com

WELLNESS RETREATS

B-Wellness Retreats Three-day retreats designed to help women jumpstart into healthy living.

E: Bernadette@bernaciseme.com www.bernaciseme.com

Exhale Fitness, JBR, Dubai Ladies-only studios providing Yoga, Pilates, Body Toning and Dance Fitness.

Murjan 1, Plaza level, The Walk at JBR. Tel; +971 4 4243777 E: info@exhaledubai.com www.exhaledubai.com Gems of Yoga, Dubai A team of yoga instructors from different parts of India impart yoga education in different styles. Suite 1701, White Crown Building, Shk Zayed Rd T: 04 3315161, 055 6532750 E: gemsofyoga@live.com www.facebook. com/gemsofyoga www.gemsofyogadubai.com

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Ignite Fitness and Wellness Fitness and wellness solutions, including military bootcamps, personal training, group exercise, corporate wellness, life coaching, g and nutritional advice. Tel. (+9714) 4562482 or email info@ignitewellness.com www.ignite-wellness.com OmYoga Hub With a hot room and a dry room, offers Bikram, Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Sivananda, Groovy Kids, etc.

T. 04 551 6789 E. info@yogahubuae.com www.yogahubuae.com MMA Fitness Centre, Hot Yoga Hot yoga is held at this multi-discipline fitness centre. Location, Pacific Bldg. 2nd Level, TECOM, Dubai, UAE T: 04 367 5077 E: info@mmafitcenter.com www.mmafitcenter.com Total EllipticTraining and Weight Management Centre Indoor walking machines make this training and weight management centre unique to the GCC. Location: Floor 8, Yassat Gloria Hotel, Tecom. Sunday – Thursday 0800-1300 and 1700-2100.

Tel. 04 381 8931 Info@totalelliptic.com www.totalelliptic.com Talise Spa Yoga, Madinat Jumeirah Hatha, Astanga, Advanced Yoga, Fitness Yoga, Vinyasa Fit Yoga, Meditative Yoga.

Also monthly full moon yoga sessions.

E: MJtalise@jumeirah.com T: +971 4 366 6818 www.jumeirah.com Rawr Bikram Yoga, Media City, Dubai Al Sufouh Rd, 713 Concord Tower, Dubai Media City (same building as Lime Tree cafe and Mini Cooper showroom) E: info@rawryoga.com T: 04 4232 808 www.rawryoga.com VoYoga, Tecom, Dubai The coolest hottest yoga studio in town real yoga for real people.

T: 04 553 8630 E: join@voyoga.net www.voyoga.net Yoga Room, JLT, Dubai Ashtanga yoga studio. Swiss Tower, Cluster Y, JLT. T: 050 518 9966 E: info@yogaroom.ae www.yogaroom.ae Yoga Square All levels of Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga and Pilates. Location: SIT tower -1408, Silicon Oasis, Dubai. T: 04 379 3314 or email info@yogasquare-me.com http://yogasquare-me.com

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Neanderthal Man is all about the chickens Neanderthal Man is a 40-something, ex-British soldier who collects exotic knives and can strip down a semi-automatic rifle blind-folded. Until recently, he thought ‘chakras’ was a Latina pop star whose hips don’t lie. But things changed for the card-carrying caveman when he met the Tree Hugger… this issue, he gets clucky...

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’ve been worried about chickens lately.

Worried to the point of obsession.

It started when Tree Hugger made me watch one of them horrific videos on YouTube that show how the poor little mites are kept prisoners in tiny cages where they’re so traumatised and miserable that all their feathers fall out.

Honestly, sometimes I wish she’d just let me live in blissful ignorance. Since watching that video, I’ve had nightmares about turning into a giant chicken and being forced to lay eggs all day in a cell so small I can’t turn around. A couple of nights ago, I woke up screaming about omelettes and yesterday in Spinneys

supermarket I burst into tears when a woman put a box of eggs laid by caged hens in her trolley. “No, please no,” I pleaded through tears, “don’t support this barbarism. Look, buy these free range eggs from this lovely organic farm in the Irish countryside… for the love of chickens, please lady, do it for the chickens…”

I think she went to get security but Tree Hugger hustled me out of there and into a café for a nice cup of tea and a sit down where she stroked my head and said ‘there there’ a lot while I told her about how we had to do something to save the chickens.

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I have a friend in the UK who keeps chickens in his garden. He rescued the old girls from one of those awful battery farms that was going to kill them.

Battery chickens tend to get destroyed after a year of life – I say ‘life’ but it’s more like ‘living hell’ - however their natural lifespan is about five years and they can lay eggs for most of that time.

I want some rescue chickens! I want to liberate some imprisoned hens from captivity and nurse them back from being featherless and traumatised to happy, healthy and feathery.

In the UK, rescuing battery hens has become quite a movement but not so in the UAE. I’m not sure how chickens would cope with being in the garden in Dubai’s summer though. I guess we’ll have to let them in the house when it’s hot. I’m sure Tree Hugger will be ok with that. We can put them in the spare bedroom. Chickens make great pets; apparently they’re really affectionate. And we’d have an endless supply of free-range eggs! So if our two cats object to the new family members, I’ll point out that at least the chickens contribute to the household. That, frankly, the cats had been freeloading for too long and it was time to get their paws dirty. But maybe the cats will come to love the chickens like feathered sisters and then we’ll film them all doing something cute and funny, it’ll go viral on YouTube and make us millions. Yeah, that’d be eggcellent.

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