Ebb and Flow 2 - Fall 2017 / Winter 2018

FALL 2017 / WINTER 2018

CAPE COD'S GUIDE TO HEALTH, WELLNESS & SUSTAINABILITY

LETTER FROM THE EDITORS

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The response from our first issue of Ebb & Flow was exciting and also humbling. Exciting because Cape Codders found they were able to connect with health, wellness and sustainability practitioners in a new way and humbling because readers expressed to us that they gained knowledge, insight and comfort from the articles, tips and intentions we put together.

In this Fall/Winter issue we aim to do more of the same, focusing on pressing environmental issues like climate change, relevant health issues like Lyme Disease, providing insight on adjusting healthfully with the seasons, and sharing some of our favorite products from local businesses.

We are so fortunate to live in a community that is both constantly seeking knowledge as well as providing it, and we are so proud to be a part of it! But it doesn’t stop at our bi-annual publication – be sure to connect with us on FB and Instagram, follow our Wellness Wednesday blog, and, of course, visit our advertisers who make it all possible.

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ASKED AND ANSWERED Dr. Kumara Sidhartha, physician and recently named Medical Director of Emerald Physician Services, Cape Cod Healthcare, has been leading the charge on integrating more natural and nutritionally based practices into conventional medical treatment on Cape Cod. He sat down with us to tell us a little bit about these practices, how healthcare is shifting and how he hopes to make even more of an impact on the Cape.

Can you tell us a little bit about your background?

Did you always know you wanted to study medicine?

I was born and raised in a semi-rural place in India, called Salem. I’m one of three siblings and have loving parents. My memories of growing up are dominated by playing cricket with friends, spending time with family and studying for school – in that order.

I realized that I wanted to become a doctor when I was 12. My dad is a family practitioner who had a consulting room in our house. I was inspired to pursue my medical career by watching his brilliant medical care, his humility, and above all, his compassion.

At the end of the third year in training, I was looking to find a job on the east coast but wanted to explore You grew up and studied medicine in India, before somewhere outside the hustle and bustle of NY. I ended coming to NY for your residency. When did you decide up on beautiful Cape Cod. to stay in the United States and how did you end up coming to Cape Cod? Your approach to your medicine is rooted in nutritional By the end of the first year of residency training in medicine. Can you tell us a little about this and how it Internal Medicine I knew I wanted to stay in the US. influences your approach in your practice?

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My medical school curriculum in India and residency training in NY were both very much of a mainstream medicine approach with scarce nutritional training. Only after coming to Cape Cod, I began to understand the powerful effects of clinical nutrition in addressing the root causes of most of the common medical issues my patients were struggling with. The past two decades of science has advanced the understanding of the power of food as medicine. It is one of my most effective, ‘go-to’ tools in my primary care tool box.

the three central points in the new value-based healthcare model: keeping patients healthy, making sure they have a satisfactory, high quality care at a lower cost of care.

In my role as the Medical Director of Emerald Physicians Services, Cape Cod Healthcare, I plan on making sure the outpatient care delivered by the clinical care teams in the organization is of high quality, safe, effective and equitable with a focus on empowerment, education and innovation. Aligning wellness and nutrition interventions with the successful delivery of high quality care will prepare us better to serve the needs of the population as we navigate the future healthcare.

With the support of leadership in Cape Cod Healthcare, my role will involve engaging the healthcare professionals, community partners, patients and the larger community in adapting to the changes in the current landscape in healthcare.

You have taken on a new position as Medical Director of Emerald Physician Services, Cape Cod Healthcare.

How are you hoping to be influential in this new position?

The answer to this question requires a bit of understanding in the context of today’s healthcare, which is at a pivotal moment in its history. How doctors are paid for the care provided is undergoing a seismic What are some simple ways someone can make a big shift - from what used to be volume-based payment to impact on their health? value-based alternative payment models. ‘Volume-based’ • Choosing plant-based proteins for a few dinners a model asked the question ‘how many patients did the week (pasta with white kidney beans and vegetables doc see today?’ before paying his/her bill. ‘Value-based’ with tomato sauce or chickpeas with brown rice and model is now asking, ‘how many patients seen by this sautéed vegetables) doc are actually healthier, happier about their experience • Adding at least three colors of vegetables for the with the care process, and is that care delivered at a lower dinner and lunch cost without compromising quality?’

• Swapping from dairy to non-dairy options This shift has continued (and will continue) regardless • Choosing fruit for snacks of which party is the ruling party in Washington D.C. In • Chewing the calories rather than drinking the this context, wellness interventions including evidencecalories based nutrition treatments have the promise of achieving • Sleeping 7 hours per night 3

• Participating in brisk physical activity for at least two hours per week • Practicing mindfulness meditation for at least 10 minutes. In most days of the week.

You have brought a more integrative approach to Emerald Physicians since you started in 2002. Have you found that your patients are open to discussing some of these less conventional ways of staying healthy?

Yes. Patients are in different stages of awareness of various wellness methods and the latest cutting-edge science that is behind the workings of these treatments.

The key to opening their minds to understanding these new methods is to approach them non-judgmentally and meeting them where they are- with the intent to educate and empower rather than ‘convert’.

For practitioners, it is important to understand that change isn’t easy. When working with my patients on health behavior change, I keep in my mind the ancient Greek saying, “Be kind, for everyone is fighting a great battle”.

Tell us something we don’t know about you.

I sing contemporary pop music and did the opening performance for another band on Cape Cod in 2016.

I also just completed a chapter for a textbook (by the publisher Taylor & Francis) on the subject matter of food systems, food production and its impact on the global environment.

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As you know Ebb & Flow Cape Cod was created in an effort to help educate the Cape community about health, wellness and sustainability? Would you say the Cape is moving in the right direction with these changes?

Yes. When I started talking about switching from beef to beans for protein 15 years ago, I was on the fringe.

I stuck to it because I knew it was the right thing to do. Now, finding a veggie burger in an average retail grocery store is as normal as finding chips. Powerful and successful athletes are switching to plant-based eating.

Yoga is almost a hip thing to do these days. However, there are still more people who aren’t yet aware than who are, to make an informed decision about their choices in lifestyle. There is much more work to do. And we need an all hands-on-deck approach to improve the public health through education and empowerment of well-informed personal choices that impact health.

It takes a village and then some - like the Ebb & Flow Cape Cod magazine.

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LIVING IN SYNC WITH THE SEASONS A DEEP, SLOW INHALE: WINTER IS COMING by Deb Salazar, Lic. Ac., D.O.M. (NM) Spring and summer flew. The time was quick, exciting and its bright Yang energy whirled us forward; we came up and went out out out! The fun is done and now it is time for the slower energies of fall and winter to reign the coming months. The days are shortening, the light waning and the temperatures dropping. The Yin energies are growing and with them, we must follow their more passive pace toward a time of rest and rejuvenation. To better understand how to live seasonally, we again look toward the great outdoors for answers.

Fall on the Cape is a wonderful time of year- it is long, somewhat uneventful and beautiful. The leaves begin to change and drop. The plants end their cycle of growth and begin to die back into the earth. The animals begin their process of storage. The winds begin to howl and the weather becomes unsteady. Nature is readying itself for winter.

Like nature, we too must begin our descent inward.

But before the full hibernation, it is wise to shed some "old" so that we can grow anew come the springtime.

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Shed your leaves and cleanse! Summer was a time of abundance and for most Americans, this includes an excess of "treats" (wine? beer? ice cream? fried food? etc.). We splurge and overload our systems. We have fun!

Fall is the time to lighten up a bit and give our "habits" a break- even a week to a month can make a huge difference. The liver is truly the seat of metabolism and if we can lighten its load now, then come spring, it will feel much less burdened to burst forth up and out, lightly! Of course winter is approaching quickly and our bodies do require a degree of fat [storage] for protection against the cold New England weather. Although, we still have the momentum of summer, it is not the best time to begin a weight loss regimen. For some, a little extra weight comes naturally. For others, weight loss may naturally cease. Be wise and "go with the flow". Patience will bring greater strength for true weight loss in the coming year. Winter is coming and with it comes a time of preservation. Prepare to recharge your batteries from the

go go go nature of fall and summer by spending time with yourself and closest family and friends. Enjoy the holidays. Cherish the glow of the fireplace and the warmth of hot drinks and hearty meals. Honor the extra "chub". Sit quietly with the silence and meditate deeply upon your coming year. Formulate your goals and remember your dreams. Listen. Rest and rejuvenate. Spring and summer will come again.

Deb Salazar is a Licensed Acupuncturist, and a Doctor of Oriental Medicine. She practices at Therapeutic Bodywork in Cotuit.

Look for tips for the winter season on our blog at ebbandflowcapecod.com.

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EATING WITH THE SEASONS WARMING GINGER AND CARROT SOUP

by Shayna Mahoney

2 TB sesame oil 2 cups diced onions 1 TB ginger ½ tsp turmeric 1 tsp curry powder 1 lb peeled and chopped carrots 1 tsp lime zest 6 cups broth 1 TB fresh lime juice Heat oil in a large pan and sautee onions until they are golden brown.

Add the ginger, turmeric, curry powder and stir.

Add the carrots and lime zest.

Cover and cook for 5 minutes.

Add the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and cover for 30 minutes.

Put small amounts of soup in a blender or food processor until smooth.

Stir in lime juice.

NOTE: The recipe contains turmeric, which is known to ease inflammation, pain, and digestive issues. Shayna Mahoney is a Certified Mastery Level Transformational Life Coach and Certified Holistic Health Practitioner.

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EYE ON THE ENVIRONMENT TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR CLIMATE CHANGE The majority of scientists across the world agree that climate change is happening and because of increased fossil fuel use, greenhouse gas production and increased carbon emission human activity is the cause, putting pressure on land, water and forests. It is also leading to stronger storms, more extreme flooding, and longer droughts.

On Cape Cod we will not be immune to these climate related problems, as well as face rising sea levels that will change the landscape, ecosystems and economic makeup of our beloved spit of land.

It is easy to feel helpless and pessimistic about these inevitabilities, but doing nothing cannot be an option, as the literal degree to which the climate warms is not set in stone. We can make a difference in the severity of how the climate changes in the future.

It’s true that some governments and businesses have already implemented measures to reduce their impact on the environment, but individuals must also take action to 16

Beach Erosion - Evidence of Climate Change on Cape Cod

reduce their use of fossil fuels. Here are a few behaviors and habits that can be implemented into anyone’s daily life that can make a big difference: ENERGY USE

Obtaining energy from renewable sources is ideal, but not always feasible in the short term. Energy use reduction and energy conservation in the home and at

work should be the ultimate focus. From turning off lights to unplugging cell phone chargers to powering down computers; everything we plug in and turn on uses energy which leads to carbon emissions, so simply being conscious of that is a best practice. Also, get an energy audit from Cape Light Compact on your home every few years – they’re free and effective at ensuring you’re building is operating as efficiently as possible.

production to disposal. Buy less, invest in well-made clothing that will last, buy from companies that are environmentally conscious, take care of what you have, and shop locally rather than ordering online to have packages shipped to you.

What we consume and how we consume matters when talking about the changing climate – vote not only in the election booth but with your voice and with your TRANSPORTATION dollars. Individual action can lead to collective action and Virtually all of our modes of transportation are huge fossil collective action can lead to institutional change that will fuel users, so adopting more climate friendly transport have a lasting impact on our environment. is very important to fighting climate change. Drive the most fuel efficient vehicle possible, carpool when you can, and take public transportation if it’s available. And if you must fly somewhere, consider purchasing carbon offsets.

FOOD

Producing, transporting and disposing of food is one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases in the world. In particular, raising livestock for meat and dairy is highly resource intensive. Moving toward a plant-based diet by limiting your meat intake to even just once a day can significantly reduce carbon emissions.

CLOTHING

As the second most polluting business after oil, the clothing industry accounts for approximately five percent of total greenhouse gas emissions on the planet from 17

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT LYME FIGHTERS Living on Cape Cod it seems impossible not to know someone who has been diagnosed with Lyme Disease. It is one of the fastest growing infectious diseases in North America, and the Cape and Islands have experienced more cases of Lyme disease than most other areas of the Northeast. Due to growing suburban habitats, rising deer numbers and longer warm season, the Cape is considered a highly endemic area for this disease.

However, a very small number of illnesses are reported, and according to Dr. Patrick Cahill, infectious disease specialist with Cape Cod Healthcare who has focused much of his work on Lyme Disease for close to a decade, it is difficult to diagnose because of the nature of the bacteria.

EARLY DETECTION

This is why early detection is paramount to getting on a successful course of treatment. Dr. Cahill recommends sending any tick that has been embedded in your body for 24+ hours to the UMass Lab of Medical Zoology for testing. If the tick tests positive for Lyme, seek treatment, which will include 10-21 days of antibiotics.

If you don’t see a tick but suspect you have been bitten, it is important to pay attention to how you are feeling for up to 30 days. Do you have fever, chills, headache, fatigue, muscle and joint aches, and swollen lymph nodes, a rash (which occurs in about 2/3 of the cases) that potentially 20

Lyme Disease cases diagnosed in the US (2015)

SOURCE: CDC

results in a bulls-eye appearance? If yes, Dr. Cahill says “primary care doctors in this area are pretty good at getting patients into a treatment regimen [for Lyme].”

Unfortunately if you do not catch the disease early or you are subject to multiple tick bites over time, you may experience chronic symptoms such as severe headaches and neck stiffness, rashes, arthritis with severe joint pain and swelling, particularly the knees and other large joints, facial palsy, pain in tendons, muscles, joints, and bones, heart palpitations or an irregular heartbeat, episodes of dizziness or shortness of breath, and problems with short-term memory.

Treatment becomes much more complex, and can include alternative therapies such as saunas, ultraviolet lights, and nutritional supplements, but Dr. Cahill says there have been no rigorous scientific studies over the long term, and it is all on a “case by case basis.”

PREVENTION

The best course of action to fight Lyme Disease on Cape Cod is prevention, and as Dr. Cahill says “education on prevention and early detection is at the top of the list” for both individuals and medical providers.

Living on Cape Cod means enjoying the natural environment and being outside, but there are measures you can take to protect yourself from ticks from the clothing you wear (light colors), to tucking your pants into your socks, to reducing tick habitats (eliminate leaf litter, underbrush and wood piles). But what Cahill highly recommends is having a “high awareness” of what’s on your body and your clothing. When you walk your dog, go for a hike, do landscaping and yard work in an area where ticks might thrive, “keep an eye out, and when you get home put your clothing in a hot dryer” in order to kill any ticks that may be on them.

RESEARCH

“Every year there are changes in how the disease presents itself, as well as courses of treatment” says Cahill, which is why research on the disease is essential to combatting it. To that end, Cape Cod Healthcare is participating in clinical trials to find effective diagnostic tools and courses of treatments. Cahill also cites efforts in Europe and Virginia to “develop an effective vaccine” and is hopeful they will be in clinical settings soon.

THE WAY FORWARD

Detection, prevention and research are all part of confronting what some call ‘the Lyme epidemic,’ and

Example of signs at trail heads - prevention efforts by the Cape Cod Cooperative Extension and Cape Cod Healthcare

it is going to take an entire community effort from municipalities using integrated pest management to control tick populations, to the Cape Cod Cooperative Extension hosting educational workshops to nonprofits like Lyme Awareness of Cape Cod in Mashpee to grassroots efforts like Lymelight Mission, and individuals spreading the word in order to reduce the incidence of Lyme Disease on the Cape.

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#GETOUTSIDECAPECOD Spending time in nature has been proven to have significant psychological benefits on our overall well being. In fact, research has shown that those who spend time outdoors have lower blood pressure, less muscular tension and lower production of stress hormones. Fortunately, on our peninsula, we are surrounded by exquisite natural beauty that makes connecting with nature easy.

Cranes boasts a large expanse of broad meadowlands, providing habitat for a variety of birds and wildlife and support for more than 15 threatened plant species. These open meadowlands, home to beautiful wildflowers in season, were once used for vegetable farming, pasturing livestock and used as a grass airstrip for the former Falmouth airport. Well marked, wide trails meander throughout, making this property a perfect spot for dog walkers, birders, mountain bikers, and horseback riders.

About 3.5 miles past the Mashpee Rotary, down 151, The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife you will find approximately 1800 acres of conservation stocks Cranes with quail and pheasant annually for known as the Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management the hunting season, which runs from October 14th – Area, aka Cranes. Once owned by the Crane brothers November 25th for this year. (Don’t forget to wear your and named in memory of their mother, this land was orange) Aside from the quail and pheasant, keep your purchased by the Commonwealth in 1958 to promote eye out for other wildlife including deer, rabbits, foxes, wildlife management and hunting access. grouse and woodcock.

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In addition, Cranes is also home to the Otis Model Aero Club, which uses a portion of the open field to fly their model airplanes. If you get lucky, you may just catch a show. With ample parking and vast, open fields we think you’ll love spending some time at Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area.

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WHO'S WHO & WHAT'S WHAT A directory of local health, wellness and sustainability pracitioners.

C’mon Get Earthy (farms + gardens + outdoor spaces)

Edible Landscapes of Cape Cod 415 Cedar Street, West Barnstable 774.994.0333 • ediblelandscapes.net contact@ediblelandscapes.net Organic vegetable, herb, and pollinator gardens; Plant nursery with interesting selection; Education and garden coaching; Permaculture design; "Have your yard and eat it too!"

The Doctor is In (medical + dental + furry friends) Dr. Lucia Cagnes, MD - Sorgente Med Spa 1330 Phinney's Lane, Hyannis 508.534.9837 sorgentemedspa.com At Sorgente Med Spa we deliver excellent customized, gynecological and cosmetic care to our patients in a warm and supportive environment.

Cape Cod Healthcare - Urgent Care Falmouth / Harwich / Hyannis / Sandwich capecodhealth.org/urgent-care Board-certified emergency room physicians. Extended hours. Superior care 26

Emerald Physicians 433 West Main Street, Hyannis 508.778.4777 • emeraldphysicians.com info@emeraldphysicians.com.

Adult primary care practice with 13 locations Cape-wide, offering same or next day appointments, 7 days a week.

The mission is to deliver quality comprehensive healthcare by promoting overall wellness and embodying the values of compassion, care, and respect.

Dr. Paula Monte, DVM, CVA 508.657.4415 drpaulamontedvm.com • litchfieldequine.com Compassionate integrative veterinary care, specializing in chiropractic, acupuncture and herbal medicine for horses and small animals.

Green Scene (renewable energy + eco services + green cleaning) Cotuit Solar 3800 Falmouth Road, Marstons Mills 508.428.8442 • cotuitsolar.com info@cotuitsolar.com We are a small local solar installer with 30 years of experience bringing renewable energy to Cape Cod & the islands.

Solar Rising, LLC 759 Falmouth Road, Unit 8, Mashpee 508.744.6284 • solarrising.net info@solarrising.net Local, employee owned solar installation company providing turnkey residential and commercial solar and electrical services.

innerglow yoga & cape cod yoga school 30 Steeple Street, Mashpee innerglowyogacapecod.com • ccyogaschool.com info@innerglowyogacapecod.com Yoga studio, school and boutique voted Best of Cape Cod. Join us for classes, workshops, teacher trainings and to shop for jewelry, mats, clothing and anything to compliment your practice.

Move It (fitness + exercise)

Village Yoga 70 Industry Road Unit A-1, Marstons Mills villageyoga.net • info@villageyoga.net Village Yoga offers a variety of yoga classes and specialty workshops for all levels. Our goal is to offer a friendly, support environment that allows you to strengthen the body, quiet the mind, and connect with spirit.

Eric Clark Wellness Center 457 Lower County Road, Harwich Port 774.237.0083 • ericclarkwellness.com info@ericclarkwellness.com Eric Clark Wellness provides holistic and natural healing in Harwich Port, Cape Cod through acupuncture, massage, pilates, yoga, and other fitness classes.

Wellbeloved Wellness 3821 Falmouth Road, Marstons Mills 508.419.1053 • wellbelovedwellness.com info@wellbelovedwellness.com The mission is to help clients enhance their overall quality of life by offering a sustainable, total body wellness program that promotes a healthy mind, body and spirit.

Namaste All Day (yoga + pilates)

Centerville Yoga & Wellness 1600 Falmouth Road, Centerville 508.775.1422 • centervilleyoga.com Offering an integrative approach to wellbeing through yoga and other wellness modalities.

Yoga by Dana 617.291.6167 • danalyncox.com danalyncox@gmail.com Cape Cod wash ashore, lover of all things local, curly vibes, yoga instructor. Teaching yoga brings me such joy offering public and private classes, let's connect!

Nibbles n’ Nosh (food + drink)

The Local Juice Bar + Pantry 539 South Street, Hyannis 508.775.5552 • thelocaljuice.com cheers@thelocaljuice.com Locally-sourced cafe offering organic cold-pressed juices, smoothies, coffee, snacks, sandwiches and soups plus a large selection of local pantry items!

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Organic Market 32 Market Street, Mashpee 640 Main Street, Dennis Port 1218 Main Street, Chatham 774.361.6075 • omorganicmarket.com Founded in 1978, Organic Market has grown to become Cape Cod's largest independent organic grocer with a mission to create community, and culture through the products they sell and the experience they provide to their customers.

Shop It to Me (retail + products)

Anya’s Herbals Wellfleet etsy.com/shop/anyasherbals anyasherbals@gmail.com Discover and refresh your own radiant and unique beauty with these formulas that are powerful blends of healing herbs and botanicals, freshly extracted in ways respectful to the plant and our planet.

Mommy & Me Natural Parenting Boutique & Consignment 1 Locust Street, Falmouth 774.255.1375 • mommyandmecapecod.com.

Natural parenting boutique that features locally made, all natural, nontoxic products for mom & baby.

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Shift Eco Boutique 535 South Street, Hyannis 508.775.2652 • shiftboutique.com info@shiftboutique.com Eco boutique carrying clothing, accessories, baby goods, and gifts made from eco-friendly and natural materials.

Soul Food (massage + integrative therapies + skin care)

Bliss in Motion 508.428.1288 • blissinmotion.net info@blissinmotion.net A mobile spa offering All-Natural services on location; yoga, manicures, pedicures, facials, and massage. Bringing you Bliss in a clean, conscientious and convenient way.

Cape Wellness Collaborative 11 Potter Ave, Hyannis 774.408.8477 • capewellness.org capewellnesscollaborative@gmail.com Cape Wellness Collaborative provides free-of-charge integrative therapies to those facing cancer on Cape Cod and the Islands.

Coastline Massage 800 Main Street (Route 6A), Dennis 508.375.7300 • coastlinemassage.com coastlinemassage@gmail.com Massage studio located on Route 6A in beautiful Dennis Village - offering customized, integrative massage in a modern and relaxing space.

Community Acupuncture on Cape Cod 38 Route 134, Unit 1, South Dennis 508.398.7770 • acuforall.com acuforall@gmail.com Individualized treatments in a peaceful, community setting. Sliding scale $20-$40. Lic Acupuncturist Diana Di Gioia has 20+ years experience.

Eden Skin Care and Makeup 874 Main Street, Osterville 508.428.0500 • edenskincareandmakeup.com edenskincareandmakeup@gmail.com Skin care studio specializing in results-oriented facials, meticulous waxing, and beautiful, natural-looking makeup applications using the highest quality, clean beauty products.

Extra Mile Wellness Hyannis 617.416.4505 • extramilewellness.com alice@extramilewellness.com Helping worn out women recover from burnout and survive stress through coaching and energy work.

Healing Touch of Cape Cod 76 West Main Street, Suite 308, Hyannis 508.694.6598 • healingtouchofcapecod.com kim@healingtouchofcapecod.com Prevent, maintain, treat, & recover with our Targeted Therapeutic & Sports Massage treatment plans for your active lifestyle & health and wellness.

Jaye Newman Vibrational Alignment 774.327.7433 • jayenewman.com jaye@jayenewman.com Experience greater physical harmony and vitality as well as a deeper sense of well-being, peace, and calm through energy work and Vibrational Alignment.

Reva Joly Massage Therapy 4 Bacon Terrace, Hyannis (parking on Sea St. Ext) 508.771.7781 • revajolymassage.com dreamreva@comcast.net Reva Joly LCMT/Professional member AMTA / Reiki level II / graduate of the Muscular Therapy Institute 2001 providing advanced bodywork for wide variety of needs.

Solstice Day Spa 408 Main Street at Puritan Cape Cod, Hyannis 508.775.7400 • solsticedayspa.com solsticedayspa@aol.com Award winning full service spa & salon, open 7 days a week year-round. Instant Gift Cards and appointments available online Sounding Still Wellness 3180 Route 6A, Barnstable 646.345.5484 • soundingstillwellness.com soundingstillwellness@gmail.com Offering music lessons, energy healing, meditation classes and Vocal Healing Sessions. to help you play, heal, awaken and realize the power of your own creative voice.

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Therapeutic Bodywork 10 Main Street, Cotuit 508.428.1288 • therapeutic-bodywork.com massagecapecod@gmail.com A fully integrative Wellness Center offering; Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, Organic Skin Care + Waxing, Reflexology.

Let Them Be Your Guide (coaching + therapy + counseling + spirit)

Shayna Mahoney Barnstable 774.330.2118 • shaynamahoney.com info@shaynamahoney.com Shayna Mahoney gives women hope to embrace their anxiety and find peace and purpose within. She created the HOPE Journey and offers private coaching, retreats, Reiki, articles and products to ease stress in daily life. Download her calming meditation at www.shaynamahoney.com

Delicious Living Nutrition 90 Route 6A, Orleans 11 Potter Avenue, Hyannis 508.418.3257 • deliciouslivingnutrition.com hello@deliciouslivingnutrition.com Nutrition counseling and wellness programs by experienced Registered Dietitians who provide medical nutrition therapy for various health issues and concerns.

Tommy Dott Coaching Lamb and Lion Wellness Studio 2504 Main Street, West Barnstable 774.994.1640 • TommyDottCoaching.com Personal transformation coaching and relationship recovery coaching. Office, phone or Skype appointments available.

Marlene & Spirit 508.548.4422 • 508.364.6378 marleneandspirit.com Intuitive Counselor. 25 years experience as spiritualist medium. Messages can provide contact with loved ones who passed, help with life issues, pet health, life path and spiritual development. Phone, Skype and in person readings available by appointment.Workshops, Classes and parties also available.

Cape Colon Hydrotherapy 74 Mill Rd, East Sandwich 508.833.9855 • capecodcolonics.com Colonic irrigation that safe, gentle, hygienic performed by Pam McDermott who has over 20 years experience.

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Work It Out (digestive therapies)

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Nourishing Thoughts See a rut as an opportunity for change.

True relaxation is productive.

It helps keep you whole.

The antidote to exhaustion isn’t rest, it’s nature.

Sometimes when things are falling apart, they may actually be falling into place.

Mistakes are proof that you’re trying.

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Success doesn’t come from what you do occasionally, it comes from what you do consistently.

Do more things that make you forget to check your phone.

We don’t have to agree on anything to be kind to one another.

Revisit nature, time-honored treatments to heal what ails you.

Create healthy habits, not restrictions.