The Healthy Planet – August 2017

TheHealthyPlanet August, 2017

St. Louis’ Green & Healthy Living Magazine

Celebrating 20 Years!

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n August 21, the moon will sneak between the earth and sun creating a giant shadow and engulfing our planet in eery darkness for about 2 1/2 minutes in the path of totality. This is not just a scientific event, it is a spiritual and metaphysical happening for many. The afternoon darkness will make the cicada sing, bats may fly and the birds become silent while they try to figure out the sudden change in their circadian rhythm. They won’t have to deal with their confusion for long though, as the whole event is over in minutes and the actual totality lasts only seconds if you are splitting hairs. The last time a total eclipse came over St. Louis was way back in 1442, 50 years before Columbus landed at Plymouth Rock.

Throughout history, solar eclipses have been steeped in lore and legend. Many cultures feel it’s a time when the sun and moon are fighting and that is disruptive and instills fear in many. But not all cultures feel an eclipse is a terrible event. Some feel it’s a time for reflection and reconciliation. An African story states the sun and moon are fighting during an eclipse. The people encourage the sun and moon to stop fighting and then they see it as a time of coming together and resolving old feuds and anger. I hope our representatives in Washington are watching the eclipse and some of that African tradition

rubs off on them and it’s not just a myth. I am trying to create some new legends and lore when the eclipse comes our way. I plan on taking off my hat and pointing my chrome dome directly at the eclipse during the moments of totality. This will make the sun and moon think my bald head is a long lost kindred spirit and suddenly and without any pain or anguish hair will immediately begin to grow creating a beautiful celestial crop of locks atop my mindful melon. I also have decided to empty out one of the old steamer trunks we found at a garage sale years ago and at the very moment of totality I will open up the trunk and magically and mystically all sorts of riches will come raining down into the trunk from the universal god of treasure and abundance.

Then there is the new tradition of sexual adventures during an eclipse, but I will keep that info for my memoir, “50 Shades of Gray Hair.” I can understand why so many people are enamored by the total solar eclipse. And I will be out there watching as the moon slides in between the sun and Mother Earth. It really is fascinating to remember that we are all just Whos on a dust speck atop a clover in a field of flowers. Whether we think of the event as spiritual, scientific or just plain old fun, we can appreciate it for what it is ... rare ... and we love things that are out of the ordinary. People who make too much of the eclipse may suffer from Total Eclipse Syndrome.

And millions of those people will be looking to the sky on August 21 just after 1 pm in the St. Louis area. I can’t help but think something very special is going to happen. Something no one predicted.

Something so wonderful and eventful that it will go down in the anals of Total Solar Eclipse lore forever and ever. Darn, I have caught the fever and I feel a syndrome coming on. God, I hope it’s not cloudy that day! There are myths to be made.

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Air Pollution Brings Increased Risk For Asthma Attacks in Kids Heading Back to Class

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ith the arrival of August, many area students are preparing to head back to school. For most kids, the start of the school year is an exciting time, filled with fun, friends and new adventures. But for kids with asthma, the new school year can come with serious health challenges.

This is because the trip back to class often brings with it a variety of asthma triggers that may lead to asthma attacks. These triggers can include emotional stress and anxiety, new sports routines and indoor and outdoor allergens.

The amount of pollution in our air is a major contributor to asthma attacks. Exposure to smog is dangerous for kids, especially since they are still growing and generally spend more time outdoors than adults. Dirty air can interfere with lung development and increase the risk of lung infections in all children, and the health risks are far greater for children with asthma. Currently, approximately 6.3 million children suffer from asthma, and the condition ranks as one of the leading causes of missed school days.

Smog is formed when heat and sunlight react with pollution – much of which is

released from vehicle tailpipes. Consider where your own children attend school. Is there a long line of parents idling their vehicles as they wait to drop off their children? Are there idling buses near the school entrance? All those idling vehicles release emissions that are dangerous for children and can exacerbate asthma.

The good news is that all of us can play a role in helping to clear the air at school. Simply making a commitment to refrain from idling on school grounds can help reduce the emissions that lead to poor air quality and, ultimately, help students breathe easier.

Area schools are also encouraged to get involved in the clean air effort by placing “no idle� signs in their drop-off lanes and parking lots. FREE signs are available to schools by contacting Susannah Fuchs with the Clean Air Partnership at 314.449.9149, or by email at susannah.fuchs@lung.org.

Additional information about the Clean Air Partnership’s anti-idling efforts is available on the Clean Air Partnership’s website at www.cleanair-stlouis.com. To learn more about other steps you can take to help improve air quality, visit the Clean Air Partnership website, like our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter @gatewaycleanair.

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by Melissa Vatterot Food & Farm Coordinator reduce your carbon footprint and support your Missouri Coalition local food economy. Board Bill 52 allows indifor the Environment viduals in the City of St. Louis to raise chickwww.moenironment.org ens in a humane condition as a way to provide nutritious, locally-grown eggs for themselves and those in their community. This bill will facilitate economic opportunity by allowing residents to have a greater number of eggs to sell at a farmers market or at an on-site stand as well as improve food security for residents and their neighbors.

Last year, we attempted to pass a bill addressing chickens, rabbits, sheep, goats, and hrough MCE’s work convening the emus. We learned through the debate of that St. Louis Food Policy Coalition, prior bill and our subsequent outreach to resiwe have been working to advance a dents and city departments what was feasible thriving, local, equitable, sustainable food sys- and desirable from city residents. When we tem for our region and we just had our first pol- came back with a new bill this year, we shared icy victory on July 14, 2017. We helped the data from our citywide survey with alderAlderwomen Cara Spencer and Christine men illustrating that their constituents were in Ingrassia develop Board Bill 52, which if favor of having more chickens. With the passsigned into law by Mayor Krewson, will allow ing of Board Bill 52 on July 14, we saw that the residents to possess up to 8 chickens depending Board of Aldermen understand the economic and food equity benefits of this bill and they on the size of their property.

As an environmental organization, we care passed it with overwhelming support!

Moving forward, we plan to use this about where food comes from and how it is grown because agricultural practices have momentum to advance the other desires of city impacts on the environment. Supporting small- residents expressed in our urban agriculture survey last year. We plan to work with the Land Reutilization Authority (LRA) to make it easier We provide for residents to purchase land for food produca wide tion purposes and to allow the sale of products grown on site through LRA’s garden lease provariety of gram. commercial To follow the work that MCE is doing to and support local food and sustainable agriculture in St. Louis, visit www.moenvironment.org. residential

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Demonstrating the Value of Sustainable Landscapes

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By Barbara Deutsch

ooftops, streetscapes, and city parks offer indispensable recreation opportunities for urban residents. They also provide a host of other benefits such as mitigating the urban heat island effect, managing stormwater runoff, stimulating economic development, and - most importantly - contributing to public health and wellbeing. Yet investment in landscape elements is often cut from city and project budgets.

Addressing this concern, Landscape Performance is rapidly emerging as a vital way to articulate the value of designed landscapes, and to provide reliable evidence to support design, investment, and maintenance decisions.

The Landscape Architecture Foundation’s (LAF) Landscape Performance Series is an online portal and set of initiatives to help designers, agencies, and advocates evaluate performance, share best practices, and make the case for sustainable landscapes. By compiling evidence-based benefits and making them understandable and accessible to key decisionmakers, the Landscape Performance Series is bridging the knowledge gap about the importance of our outdoor environments.

The centerpiece is the award-winning LandscapePerformance.org website, with over 100 sustainable landscape case studies and other resources, including: Case Study Briefs – Database of exemplary built landscape projects with quantified environmental, economic, and social benefits Fast Fact Library – Short summaries of the benefits of landscape derived from published research Benefits Toolkit – Compilation of online calculators and tools to estimate landscape performance These resources can be explored and searched by comprehensive data fields: Landscape Performance Benefit (e.g. flood protection, educational value, job creation), Feature (e.g. green roof, onsite energy generation, trail), and Tag (e.g. resilience, active living, learning landscapes).

The Case Study Briefs can also be filtered by project type, size, location, budget, and climate zone.

The Case Study Briefs include celebrated city parks like Dallas’ Klyde Warren Park and Chicago’s Millenium Park, as well as lesserknown gems such as Seattle’s Magnuson Park, Chattanooga’s Renaissance Park, and Normal Circle and Streetscape in Illinois.

The library of over 100 case studies covers a

wide range of project typologies, scales, and geographic locations. They are produced by LAF, working in conjunction with designers and academic research teams to assess performance and document each project. Each case study includes a variety of environmental, social, and economic benefits along with a Methods document explaining how the benefits were determined.

The Landscapeperformance.org/fast-factlibrary has some 120 summaries of benefits of landscapes from published research. These are an essential resource to highlight the value of parks to key decision-makers. The Landscapeperformance.org/benefits-toolkit contains 23 online tools and calculators to estimate performance of existing or proposed projects. The website also features Online Trainings, Resources for Educators with university teaching materials, and a soon-to-bereleased Guide to Evaluate Performance with over 100 metrics and assessment considerations.

LandscapePerformance.org is an unparalleled resource and vehicle for research, information-sharing and dialogue; it is sure to become your go-to place to find design precedents, show value, and make the case for sustainable landscape solutions. I look forward to sharing more about it with you in September!

About the Author Barbara Deutsch is the CEO of the Landscape Architecture Foundation (LAF), a national non-profit founded in 1966 to support the preservation, improvement and enhancement of the environment. She will present a free lecture that is open to the public on September 12, 2017 from 5:30-7:30 pm at Alberici.

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Meditation & Enhancing Garden Yields

by Linda Wiggen Kraft

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editation, or thought- based technology, which can also be called intention, prayer or mindfulness, has been shown to enhance crop yields, nutritional value and livelihood of rural farmers in India. This technology can be used in our own gardens and farms to enhance the life of the garden and gardener.

Sustainable Yogic Agriculture, (SYA) started in India and is now used in parts of South Africa and Europe. It is a way of organic growing that goes beyond normal organics in that it integrates meditation, or thought based-technology, into all phases of a plant’s growth. It recognizes both the physical and divine life force of the whole of a garden including humans, soil, plants, insects, birds, microorganisms, sun, water, and air.

SYA’s purpose is to raise the quality of life and standard of living for rural farmers and deal with the problems of declining yields, less nutritious plants, pesticide sickness and sometime suicide brought on by conventional farming.

Research done by two top Indian agricultural universities comparing conventional, organic and SYA organic farming showed plants with the highest yields, germination rates and nutritional value for the SYA organic methods.

It all started in the mid 2000s with one meditator farmer who wanted to eliminate insect problems with his crops. He sat in his fields and meditated with the thoughts that his plants were filled with light and strength and that the insects were weak and no longer welcomed, they should

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also our own growth of connection, commitment and love of nature? Opening of heart and mind to the divine life force we are all part of is a start.

A practice of sitting in our gardens and sending heartfelt thoughts like those of the SYA farmers is a start. Continue by acknowledging and honoring the life force of seeds and the plants already growing, along with all elements of the garden from the sun to the soil and all that grows below.

We can call this thought based technology meditation, intention, prayer or mindfulness.

What we call it isn’t important. What counts is that we garden with open heart and mind in loving ways like those described above. In so doing all the yields of our gardens will be increased.

Linda Wiggen Kraft is a landscape designer who creates holistic and organic gardens. She is also a mandala artist and workshop leader. Visit her blog: CreativityForTheSoul.com/blog or on her website: CreativityForTheSoul.com. Call her at (314) 504-4266.

leave. After several days the insect population declined. He shared his results and shortly afterwards SYA was started with about 400 farmers in Northern India.

The meditations practiced by the SYA farmers start with the seeds before planting. Thoughts and feelings of purity and energy from the Source of peace, non-violence, love, strength and resilience are shared with the seeds.

Meditations in the fields continue daily or weekly, at times of need with plant and weather challenges and at the times of harvest.

A 2012 presentation was made at the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations about Sustainable Yogic Agriculture. It highlighted the results of meditation, or thought-based technology, that enhanced the growing plants and the lives of those who grew them.

How can we use meditation to enhance the yields of not just our garden’s plant growth but

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Feed My People, one of the areas largest and longest serving Food Pantries and Help Centers in the St. Louis, with more than 20 programs and $4 million in food assistance given out annually.

Lemay, 171 Kingston Dr., St. Louis, MO 63125 314-631-4900 High Ridge, 3295 Ottomeyer Rd. High Ridge, MO 63049 636-677-9885 • www.feed-my-people.org Finders Keepers 112 E. Jefferson, 63122, 314-966-3044 General Grant Antique Mall 8400 Watson Rd., (314) 845-3535

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Open Monday through Saturday 10am-6pm, we are

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by Paul MacFarlane and Bill Grivna

ou’ve probably seen people practicing T’ai Chi on TV, in a movie, or even locally, in a park or at the botanical garden.

You know it’s a slow moving, graceful exercise that is supposed to be beneficial. You may have heard that at advanced levels it is a formidable martial art based on relaxation, yielding, and using an opponent’s energy against himself. But what do you really know about the many health benefits that can be gained from this wonderful, relaxing exercise system?

T’ai Chi, when practiced regularly, has been said to improve relaxation, concentration, coordination, flexibility, postural alignment, and both physical and mental balance or centering. If some or all of this sounds intriguing to you, then we’d like to introduce you to the St. Louis T’ai Chi Ch’uan Association, a not-for-profit organization that has been offering classes in the art of T’ai Chi Ch’uan since 1979.

“The five principles we practice are: relax and sink, separate the weight, waist as commander, body upright and beautiful lady’s wrist, ” said Michael David, President of the Association. Mr. David has practiced the Yang Style Short Form, as taught by the Association for nearly twenty years. And like most of the Association’s students, T’ai Chi Ch’uan has changed his life in countless ways. Mr. David experienced a more relaxed manner at work, increased health and vitality, plus improved balance and strength. David adds, “These benefits come subtly,

like laying a sheet of paper on top of a sheet of paper.

Over time, you find the way you sit, stand and move tends to change. You gain strength, balance, suppleness, stamina, and most of all, a more meditative approach to daily living.”

For centuries, T’ai Chi Ch’uan was kept a closelyguarded family secret in China. But today, anyone with a sincere interest can learn the basics of the Form. With dedicated practice, some, if not all of the above benefits can be realized –something of value for the remainder of any student’s life.

The Yang Style Short Form taught at the Association was condensed (mostly by eliminating repetitions) from the Long Form by Professor Cheng Man-Ch’ing, a supremely gifted master of t’ai chi ch’uan, painting, calligraphy, medicine and poetry. Benjamin Lo, one of the Professor’s senior students, and a reknown teacher himself, has taught most of the Association’s current instructors in extended t’ai chi workshops. Now retired, Mr. Lo still possesses amazing t’ai chi skills.

Yang Style T’ai Chi is characterized by slow, rhythmic movements of the body. The Form can be practiced at any age, requires no special equipment beyond comfortable, loose clothing and flat, thinsoled shoes. Once learned, the Form takes about eight minutes to practice.

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Adrenal Fatigue: Stress Is The Likely Culprit

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by TJ Williams, DC, PhD

drenal fatigue is a condition estimated to affect approximately eighty percent of people around the world. The prevalence of adrenal fatigue is predominantly due to something most of us are dealing with: stress.

What are Adrenals?

Your adrenal glands are two thumb-sized organs that sit above your kidneys and are part of the endocrine system.

Also known as the suprarenal glands, they’re involved in producing over 50 hormones that drive almost every bodily function, many of which are essential for life.

Hormones affect every function, organ and tissue in the body directly or indirectly. They react to each other as well as respond to conditions in the body in an intricate and highly sensitive balancing act. The adrenal glands work closely with the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland in a system known as the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis).

Adrenal glands play a huge role in our stress response — whether the stress is emotional, mental or physical. The adrenal medulla is triggered to release adrenaline hormones to help you react to the threat (the fight-or-flight response) by rushing blood to your brain, heart and muscles. The adrenal cortex then releases corticosteroids to dampen processes like digestion, immune system response and other functions not necessary for immediate survival.

What Causes Adrenal Fatigue?

Adrenal fatigue is a condition where your body and adrenal glands can’t keep up with the tremendous amount of daily stress many people experience. Since adrenal fatigue can mimic some precursors to other common illnesses and disease, many patients have no idea adrenal fatigue is the cause of their symptoms. In fact, despite its prevalence adrenal fatigue is not even recognized by most conventional medicine doctors. This is similar to what we’ve discussed in previous articles with leaky gut—conditions are not generally acknowledged by mainstream medicine until there is a known pharmaceutical “fix” to the problem.

An episode of acute stress or prolonged, chronic stress

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can cause adrenal glands to become overloaded and ineffective. Specifically, we know adrenal fatigue can be caused by: • Stressful experiences like death of loved one, divorce or surgery • Exposure to environmental toxins and pollution • Prolonged stress due to financial hardship, bad relationships or work environment, and other conditions that entail feelings of helplessness • Negative thinking and emotional trauma • Lack of sleep • Poor diet and lack of exercise Adrenal Fatigue Symptoms When the adrenal glands stop producing hormones efficiently, every bodily function is affected. And as adrenal hormone levels shrink, even the normal “get-up-and-go” you get from them disappears. Adrenal fatigue symptoms include: • Morning fatigue or trouble waking up • Decreased libido • Depression • Muscle weakness • Poor focus • Inflammation • Increased allergies • Difficulty falling or staying asleep • Irritability • Fatigue • Cravings for sugar or salt • Hair loss • Weight gain • Muscle tension These symptoms can be indicative of a few different disorders and are often overlooked by doctors, but more and more people are starting to realize that a combination of these could indicate the onset of adrenal fatigue. In addition to the above symptoms, adrenal fatigue can also be a major cause of excess fat storage and low energy levels. Luckily, with a personalized plan, it is possible to heal adrenal fatigue and get your adrenals to function properly again.

If you would like more information on Adrenal Fatigue please contact us at (314) 293-8123 or visit us at the theinstituteofnaturalhealth.com. Dr. TJ Williams is the Clinic Director for the Institute of Natural Health and the host of the radio program Wellness 101, which provides commonsense, science-based strategies for a healthy life. Wellness 101 airs Sundays at 3:00pm on FM NewsTalk 97.1.

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What You Should Know About Dehydration

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nless you are an athlete or work outdoors in extreme temperatures, you may not stop to consider whether you are drinking enough water. Dehydration is quite common, and can happen quickly. The average adult will lose more than 10 cups of water each day simply by going through their usual activities. If that water is not replaced, you are at risk of dehydration. In fact, by the time you notice that you feel thirsty dehydration has already begun.

The body itself is 70 percent water, which underscores its importance in our lives. It has several functions: First, water helps carry vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients throughout the body. It is a component of blood and digestive fluids, and helps to eliminate waste. The body can survive for some time without food, but for only about 72 hours without water.

Our bodies normally lose water through perspiration and elimination. Sickness with fever, diarrhea, and vomiting cause more fluids and electrolytes to be lost, and this increases dehydration.

Dehydration may develop slowly, over the course of several days, but in some cases it can become severe within just a few hours.

Older adults are at higher risk for dehydration for several reasons. First, the body’s internal feedback system changes with age, and it may not recognize higher temperatures, even when it becomes dangerously hot. Bodies that are thin and have less fat reserves will dehydrate more quickly.

Social factors may also contribute to dehydration; in some cases, seniors are reluctant to use their air conditioner because they want to avoid the additional

expense on their electric bill. Finally, some medications can cause fluid loss, especially diuretics.

Many older adults purposefully drink less water to avoid more frequent urination, but this is a big mistake. In fact, they need to drink more water and take in minerals to maintain their electrolyte balance and avoid dehydration.

Signs of mild dehydration include thirst, dry mouth, and dizziness. Headache and muscle weakness often can occur with mild or moderate fluid loss. Symptoms of more severe dehydration include infrequent urination or urine that is dark in color, lack of perspiration, sunken eyes, low blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, and fever or hyperthermia.

These symptoms warrant immediate medical attention and it’s important to get help quickly and begin to rehydrate and cool the body.

Here are 3 easy tips for staying well hydrated: 1. Increase your intake by keeping water nearby at all times. Get a large glass and set of goal of how many refills to drink daily. According to the Mayo Clinic, the adequate intake of water for men is about 13 cups or 3 liters. For women, the daily adequate intake is about 9 cups or 2.2 liters of water.

2. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and sugary beverages, which can contribute to dehydration.

3. Have water with every meal, and drink a full glass of water with medications.

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hen I first started practicing medicine an excellent physician was one who used scientific evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preference to care for patients.

The primary doctor was expected to be thorough and knowledgeable in all the body systems. The last 15 years this comprehensive model has been replaced by the impersonal “doctor scientist” who relies on often biased scientific research. A doctors’ clinical experience and the patient preferences have been minimized.

Current healthcare is fragmented with many subspecialties each with a narrow focus of the body.

Patients and doctors are increasingly frustrated. US healthcare is the most expensive in the world yet consistently ranks last in overall health, efficiency, satisfaction and access. The current model is unsustainable with 20 trillion dollars in spending expected in the next 20 years.

Functional Medicine is a new way of thinking.

It offers very real science-based solutions. It is proactive, predictive and personalized. It empowers patients to actively participate in their own health journey. By shifting from a disease-centered focus to a more patient centered approach, Functional Medicine addresses the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms. As a Functional Medicine physician I spend time with my patients, listening to their histories and looking at the interactions among lifestyle, environment, and genetic factors that can influence long-term health. In this way Functional Medicine supports your unique expression of health and vitality.

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The Art of Relating Christine Kniffen, MSW, LCSW

better with consistency and relay this to the person we are dating? I have no desire to live in a world of seeing you one day, then not knowing for days when I might see you next. That creates the miserable struggle where you vacillate wildly between wanting to keep your calendar open so you have time to see each other when they next call, yet fighting a nasty battle with your ego and thinking, “I’m not going to sit around waiting for you”.

Reciprocity is something that is extremely important in their early stages of dating as well.

It helps to quiet the inner waters of fear of getting hurt when beginning to date. Are you doing all the work to get to keep seeing each other.

Does he/she call you to initiate plans for when you will see each other next? If things are uneven in terms of initiating contact, they are out-of-balance. When anything is out of balance it creates stress. When proper reciprocity does not exist, it provides a breeding ground for nagging dialog as to the interest level of the other person. It naturally stokes the common fear that “I must be more into this than you”, which then leads to the inevitable fear that you will get hurt.

Reciprocity as exemplified by an even amount of initiating contact will go a long way towards making you feel more secure in the early stages of dating.

Finally, openness is key to feeling connected, which in turn is what makes one feel secure in a relationship. This openness I refer to has another name. It is vulnerability. Vulnerability refers to your ability to honestly express your emotions to another. If no one is being truly open and vulnerable, the relationship cannot progress past just dating, regardless if it has become physical or not. If you are feeling insecure due to a lack of consistency and reciprocity, then try practicing vulnerability and telling your partner what this is doing to you emotionally. Vulnerability equals risk. We are often afraid to say these things for fear of being called needy, overly emotional, or something else that is simply ridiculous. The problem is not that you need consistency and reciprocity to feel secure.

Rather, the real problem is that you need to accept this about yourself and stop second guessing the legitimacy of your every feeling.

So, speak up. Own your power and your right to need consistency and reciprocity.

However, if the person is unable or unwilling to do something about it, you must make the decision to move on. It may be hard, but you will ultimately be much happier in the long run.

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s many of you know, I am a therapist first, but serve as a Relationship Coach as well. I have had hundreds of people come to my office over the years wanting help in getting a great relationship. Understandably, people have lost faith in their ability to choose wisely in the first place, as well as believing that there is really anyone out there for them. As a Relationship Coach, I work to help them improve their sorting, screening and sifting skills. I help them to determine what “they” need to be happy so that they can recognize the person that can give that to them.

What I love doing the most is getting to work with someone when they are actively dating through the internet or another medium. Due to previous, unsuccessful attempts to find solid relationships and a lot of hurt feelings, there is a great deal of insecurity felt when someone decides to get “back on the horse” and try again.

There are three primary dynamics that impact your feelings of security in the early dating stages. These include consistency, reciprocity and openness. And, it is the absence of one or all of these that creates the feeling of emotional insecurity and the subsequent feelings of anxiousness regarding the new relationship.

Consistency is key for reassuring that you are not putting your heart out there, only to get crushed once again. Consistency feels like stability. The absence of this can seem like an emotional rollercoaster for some. I see many women in my office that feel almost rattled when they start dating. They are dating someone who is inconsistent in making plans. I explain that I have never done well with inconsistency either.

I am much happier if I know when I will see you next, so I can look forward to it and put it out of my mind to get on with my day. It is not that I am insecure and something is wrong with me. I simply do better dating someone who is consistent, rather than seeming plan aversive. When I see inconsistency I think, “Oh no is this another person who is emotionally unavailable?” Are they preoccupied with their independence, are they afraid to look too attached so they let days go by without contact? Or, are they simply in a different place, wanting the creature comforts of a relationship, yet not ready to do the normal things one would expect in terms of time and consistency that is required? Do we really need an answer or do we just need accept that we do

Christine Kniffen, LCSW is a Therapist and Relationship Coach in private practice. For a free consultation call 314-374-8396.

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Ea r th wo r ms ’ Ca s t in g s with Jean Ponzi

g oing t o w eddings When my colleague Rob and his bride Mary invited our whole working team (and our partners) to their nuptials this summer, we were thrilled – and surprised.

A group our size is a big chunk on a guest list. But we cleaned up nicely and, I believe, contributed to their lovely day.

A wedding-guest day precludes much in the way of jobs or projects. I got the front grass mowed and zipped the vacuum around our pet-furred floors, but then it was time to spruce up. Between a 2:00 service and 6 pm reception, nothing sweaty or messy can get done. I indulged in some Fun With Outfits.

Trying on combos of dress-up shape and hue to dance with Mary and Rob, I mused through wedding memories.

Turns out I haven’t gone to all that many. I skipped my generation’s wedding-every-weekend era. Through the years when my peers got hitched, I was Mz. Alternative Lifestyle.

Exception: the early 80’s wedding of super-popular St. Louis artists Bob and Sarah, where my stash of vintage cool stuff provided the length of embroidered silk that became the bridal skirt of the fabulous woman who became my Best Friend. A unique ceremonial element was passing around their rings. Every guest held and blessed them, a touching exchange with family and friends that my True Love Dale and I (much later) did too. Whoop-de-do of that wedding fete in a photographer’s studio was laced with magic mushrooms. As far as I can recall, it was big fun.

I’ve never been a Bridesmaid, but I am a diverse ceremonial contributor.

Half a century ago, I was asked to sing at the wedding of my college beau’s younger sister. She and I were just the same age, and there our similarity ceased.

I was, however, able to sound a sweet note amid her conservative Catholic Sheboygan Wisconsin family circle as warbler of Sunrise, Sunset. Then I got myself

engaged to her bro. Luckily, at that age, briefly.

When I got to Minneapolis for my cousin Craig’s 1990 wedding to Andrea, the family tapped its professional videographer, me. I viewed their ceremony standing perfectly (not distracting!) still on the altar by a potted palm, taping the couple’s faces past the profiles of bridesmaids. I had just suffered a towering romantic breakup, so I was not in the best mood. That changed when my Mom took me shopping for a beautiful flowered dress and I met the groom’s college chum who, like me at that time, was a swing dancer, also a dead ringer for my idol, PeeWee Herman.

Then I caught the bouquet!

As our gift to David and April, the son and daughter-to-be of dear friends, Dale and I, by then long and happily hitched, photographed their Salida, Colorado, wedding. We enjoyed a superfun caravan west with Missouri extended family, and a group stay in a sprawling mountain view vacation house, where I helped the groom’s mother bake, from scratch, two dozen reception pies. As female member of the shutterbug crew, my assignment took me into the town’s restored 1909 gem, the Palace Hotel, to document Bridal Dressing.

From the sweatshirt calm of April’s personal makeup hour (her stylist was a gorgeous young man with flowing hair in deerskin boots) to the rustling flurry of Mother and Maids shimmying into their - and their Bride’s – gowns, I had to concentrate on my job, immersed in such a pool of beauty.

When Sophie, daughter of painter and writer friends, married Paul at Joe’s Café, a beatnik artist juke joint favored by many locals, Dale and I dug into our supplies and festooned the place with swags of tulle, rosebud clusters (we have 3 boxes, 100 each of pale and deep pink and coral) and LED lights. The bride especially appreciated these twinkling garlands around the coffin centerpiece of the 3-D collage on the wall of Joe’s stage.

Not many, but mighty memorable. The best wedding was my own with Dale, which remains the single most fun event of my life. And that’s another story.

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Q: My child is really struggling with being able to focus and seems to be very anxious. I am afraid he has ADD. What are some natural things I can do to help him?

A: ADD or Attention Deficit Disorder seems to one of the most common neurological disorders in our children today. Many adults also suffer from it. The condition is associated with different types of behavior, such as; hyperactivity, lack of focus, learning disabilities, fidgeting, and problems with organization or impaired judgment. When constant motion and disruptive behavior are the main problems, this is usually classified as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD. Scientific studies indicate that there is a coordination failure within the brain. There are many irritants that may have a role in this. Pollutants such as heavy metals or artificial food additives can contribute. Allergies are another consideration. You must eliminate all dyes from food products. Artificial sweeteners have been linked with ADHD. A well-balanced diet is a must. Include plenty of raw foods; fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains. Avoid all sugar, white flour, carbonated beverages and processed meats. Many times, just by changing the diet you will see a noticeable behavioral difference.

A multivitamin with minerals is essential to supply the vital nutrients that may be missing from the diet.

Calcium with magnesium before bedtime can be very calming.

The following nutrients have been recognized for their effects on optimal brain and nervous system function: GABA – Helps to elevate the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain and calm down excess brain activity.

DMAE – A naturally occurring nutrient present in

small quantities in the brain. This enhances the production of choline, which is utilized by the brain to create acetyl-choline, an important neurotransmitter that increases learning ability and memory.

Ginkgo Biloba – Increases oxygen utilization and blood flow to the brain. Recommended for improving memory and learning capacity.

Grape Seed Extract – Powerful antioxidant that can cross the blood-brain barrier to protect brain cells and nerve endings against free radical damage.

L-Glutamine – The only amino acid capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier. It is converted to glutamic acid where it is used as fuel for the brain. Also acts as a detoxifier of ammonia build-up, which can cause confusion, inability to concentrate, and mood swings.

Essential fatty acids are essential to brain function since the brain is mostly composed of fat. Flax seed oil is a good choice.

These nutrients are considered safe and effective and can be taken by both adults and children to enhance memory, mental focus, clarity of thinking and overall learning ability.

This herb information is for health education purposes only. It is not intended to replace the services of licensed health practitioners. Consult with a physician for any condition that requires professional care.

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Su mmer Cr af t & SpeCial t y Beer Gu id e Where Beer is Brewed & Enjoyed in the St. Louis Area

2nd Shift Brewing www.2ndshiftbrewing.com 4 Hands Brewing Company 4 Hands Brewing Company, located in the LaSalle Park neighborhood, will provide the craft beer enthusiast a handcrafted portfolio inspired by the American craft movement that pushes the limits of creativity.

They have 6 year round beers , a large variety of seasonal offerings and a barrel aged beer program. In April 2016 they introduced City Wide which is their American Pale Ale where a portion of each purchase is donated quarterly local non-profit. Just recently they extended the brand with City Wide Pils, an American Pilsner, in which a portion of the profits help aid local entrepreneurs with their current endeavors. The brewery has 14 beers on tap and a recently added an upstairs to their tasting room with free video games, skeeball and is available for private events. Tasting room hours are: Monday - Thursday noon-10pm, Friday and Saturday noon-midnight and Sundays noon-9pm. Come check us out!

314.436.1559 – 1220 South Eighth St. 63104. www.4handsbrewery.com

4204-Main Street Brewing Company www.mainstreetbrewingco.com AB InBev www.ab-inbev.com Alpha Brewing Company www.alphabrewingcompany.com Augusta Brewing Co www.augustabrewing.com Bastard Brothers Brewing Company www.bastardbrothersbrewery.com Big Muddy Brewing www.bigmuddybrewing.com Cathedral Square Brewery www.cathedralsquarebrewery.com Center Ice Brewery www.Centericebrewery.com Charleville Brewing Co. www.charlevillevineyard.com Civil Life Brewing Company www.thecivillife.com Crown Valley Brewing & Distilling Co www.crownvalleybrewery.com Design2Brew www.Desgin2Brew.com Deslogetown Brewery www.deslogetown.com Earthbound Beer www.earthboundbeer.com Edg-Clif Brewing Company Edg-Clif Farms and Vineyard is pleased to expand our new Craft Beer line brewed on site

by Edg-Clif Brewing Co.. Stop in this summer and taste the smooth rich flavors of beers made with premium ingredients by our friend and now Brewer, Nick Colombo! Nick has been making beer and working with some of the craft brewers in the DC area and brings a fresh style to some of the Midwest’s most popular craft brews. For the spring and summer we are starting with some ales like Cream Ale, sweet and light, Pale Ale, a bit hopier made with cascade and galena so it has a crisp but not bitter taste, and our new Hefeweizen, a German style wheat beer with the yeast producing banana and clove in this beer. We will also have a unique IPA, and a new Pilsner. Lots of choices for the our summer visitors. www.edg-clif.com.

Excel Bottling Company www.excelbottling.com Exit 6 Brewery www.exit6brewery.com Ferguson Brewing Company www.fergusonbrewing.com Friendship Brewing Company www.Friendshipbrewingcompany.com

Good News Brewing Company www.goodnewsbrewing.com Griesedieck Brothers Brewery www.gb-beer.com Heavy Riff Brewing www.heavyriffbrewing.com Hopskeller Brewing Company www.facebook.com/hopskeller Jackson Street Brew Company www.jstreetbrewco.com Kirkwood Station www.kirkwoodstationbrewing.com Kraftig www.kraftig.com Llywelyn's Pub - Multiple Locations At Llywelyn's Pubs, we believe that the backbone to any true pub experience is not just the atmosphere and food, but the beers on tap and spirits on shelf. We pride ourselves in only selecting the beers and whiskeys we would drink, and never would sell something to you that we find inferior. We believe a guest educated in beer and whiskey, can not only help other guests to further explore their own tastes, but produce great tales and topics of conversations at the pub. There is no judging at Llywelyn's

August, 2017 Pub, we cater to all types of imbibers. We will gladly help and maybe even guide you to your next drinking experience. We offer at least 26 beers on tap, depending on which one of our six locations you are visiting and another 40 varieties in bottle.

With our extensive Celtic/American menu, you will be sure to pair the perfect sip with the right choice! Not sure of a certain style? Ask for a sample! We only want you to drink what YOU like. Slainte! For more information, you can check us out online at www.llywelynspub.com . 4747 McPherson Avenue, St. Louis; 1732 9th Street, Soulard; 17 Moody Ave., Webster Groves; 7434 Village Ctr. Dr., Winghaven; 100 N. Main St., St. Charles; 3300 Mid Rivers mall Dr., St. Peters; 2490 Taylor Rd, Wildwood.

Main & Mill Brewing Company www.mainandmillbrewingco.com Mark Twain Brewing Company www.marktwainbrewery.com Missouri Beer Company www.mobeerco.com Modern Brewing (The) www.modernbrewery.com Morgan Street Brewery www.morganstreetbrewery.com Narrow Gauge Brewing Company www.facebook.com/narrowgaugebeer Oโ Fallon Brewery www.ofallonbrewery.com Old Bakery Beer Company www.oldbakerybeer.com.

Pappoโ s Pizzeria & Brew Co. www.paposbrewco.com Peel Brewing Company www.brewery.peelpizza.com Perennial Artisan Ales www.perennialbeer.com Point Labadie Brewery www.pointlabadiebrewery.com Public House Brewing Company www.publichousebrewery.com

The Healthy Planet magazine โ ข TheHealthyPlanet.com Recess Brewing www.recessbrewing.com Rockwell Beer www.rockwellbeer.com The Saint Louis Brewery The Schlafly Tap Room, 2100 Locust Street, St. Louis, 63103 Schlafly Bottleworks, 7260 Southwest Ave. St. Louis, 63143 โ ข www.schlafly.com The Saint Louis Brewery, makers of Schlafly Beer, are well known for styles such as Pale Ale, Oatmeal Stout, Expo IPA and the award-winning, world renowned Schlafly Kolsch. This summer, enjoy some of their most popular seasonal beers including Summer Lager and Raspberry Hefeweizen. Summer Lager is light, crisp and easy-drinking โ perfect for mowing lawns, enjoying a patio, or reclining pool-side. Raspberry Hefeweizen is a true fruit beer fermented with real raspberries for a flavor thatโ s neat and tart, low in bitterness, and full of citrus aromas. In addition to making over 70 unique styles of beer, Schlafly has long been a supporter of all things St. Louis including participation and sponsorship in numerous events and organizations, as well as, being committed to sustainability. Our beers and brewpub menus include many local ingredients while our brewery operates with 100% renewable energy.

Support local this summer by enjoying the Schlafly Farmerโ s Market, every Wednesday from 4 PM to 7 PM at Schlafly Bottleworks in Maplewood.

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Su m m e r Be e r Gu id e

Scratch Brewing Company • scratchbeer.com Side Project Brewing • sideprojectbrewing.com Six Mile Bridge Beer • sixrowbrewco.com Square One Brewery and Distillery squareonebrewery.com St. Nicholas Brewing Company • stnicolasbrew.com Standard Brewing Company standardbrewingstl.com Steampunk Brew Works Steampunkbrewworks.com Stubborn German Brewing Company stubborngermanbrewing.com Third Wheel Brewing • thirdwheelbrewing.com Tin Mill Brewing Company • tinmillbrewing.com Trailhead Brewing Co • trailheadbrewing.com Two Plumbers Brewing • twoplumbers.com

Urban Chestnut Brewing Company UCBC is known for both our modern, American craft beers and reverential, European beer styles. Our Grove Brewery & Bierhall (4465 Manchester) and Midtown Brewery & Biergarten (3229 Washington) locations are open 7 days a week. In 2015 we opened our third location in Wolzach, Germany (the first American-owned craft brewery in Germany), and in Fall 2016 we opened The Urban Research Brewery (The U.R.B.) next door to our Grove Bierhall. At UCBC, we strive to be respected for our actions as a business member of the St. Louis community. We like to call these actions ‘Urban Efforts’intentional measures undertaken by Urban Chestnut to help us to be a better global and local citizen. UCBC works to reduce our carbon footprint by recycling all qualifying materials, composting all biodegradable waste, and donating all of our spent grain to local farmers. Our brewing equipment allows us to reuse water that is normally lost in the brewing process to chill hot wort and to heat up brewing water, which also conserves energy. Finally, at both our St. Louis locations,

we feature solar power arrays, large windows to provide natural lighting, and LED lighting to reduce our energy needs. We are proud to say all of these efforts allowed our Grove Brewery & Bierhall to be awarded Missouri’s first and only LEED Certified Brewery! www.urbanchestnut.com.

Vin de Set - Hamilton Hospitality

Join us for all of the following great beer events at the historic Schnaider Brewery Malt House home to 21st Street Brewer’s Bar, PW Pizza and the Centennial Beer Festival: -Weekly Hoppy Hours at 21st Street Brewer's Bar Beer Garden every Friday featuring halfpriced appetizers & canned beer specials from rotating breweries each week in the spring, summer & fall. -Monthly Beer Dinners at PW Pizza includes 4 beers paired with beer from our host brewery. 314-621-1996 for more information. -Centennial Beer Festival every February- includes over 86 breweries and features a Brewmaster Dinner, Beer Tastings, and VIP Beer Tastings.

More information at centennialbeerfestival.com.-Charleville Brewery and Tavern next door to Vin de Set is located at 2101 Chouteau Avenue and is the new partnership with Charleville Brewing Company. Stop by and check out our newest restaurant and partnership with Charleville.

Join our mailing list by emailing stacey@hamiltonhospitlaity.net and we will keep you up to date on all of our upcoming events. 2017 Chouteau Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103/314-621-1996 Wellspent Brewing Company www.wellspentbeer.blogspot.com White Rooster Farmhouse Brewery www.whiteroosterfarmhousebrewery.com William K. Busch Brewing Co. - Kraftig www.kraftig.com

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Limited space available. Reservations are required. Please call 314-241-8989. They will also be offered at Eleven Eleven Mississippi August 16th and September 20th. Limited space available.

Reservations are required. Please call 314-2419999. Your Tower to Table experience starts with a tour of the Hamilton Farm’s aeroponic garden where owner Paul Hamilton will explain how our produce

is grown from heirloom seeds in both a traditional garden setting as well as our state of the art aeroponic towers. The pork, lamb and beef offered will be locally sourced & deliciously paired with our garden produce by our Executive Chefs showcasing the freshest ingredients available. Aeroponic Tower Garden Tour (optional) 6pm located at 2101 Chouteau Ave, dinner 6:45 pm, three-course dinner $29.99 plus tax & gratuity. Optional two-course wine pairing $11.99 plus tax & gratuity.

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Irresistible Community Builders, LLC presents:

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by Tom Braford have an invitation for you. But first, a relevant quote from well-known, big issues author, Alex Steffen: “Optimism is a political act. Those who benefit from the status quo are perfectly happy for us to think nothing is going to get any better. In fact, these days, cynicism is obedience.

And what’s really radical is being willing to look directly at the magnitude and difficulty of problems that we face, and still insist that we can solve those problems.”

Thank you for being a buoyant optimist in a sea of resignation and cynicism. Thank you for not just reaching for the sky to surrender!

Now, for the invitation: Moonshadow, Moonshadow! What we learn from eclipses is that it all depends on alignment, so we invite you to join us at Boon's Camp Commons to view the eclipse and to create alignment in both playful and practical ways.

Solar and lunar eclipses are the most powerful and dramatic, real world examples of what's not only possible but absolutely predictable when we perfectly align ourselves in

space and time with scientific, natural and divine laws.

We will learn together how we can be pioneers in employing these universal laws to totally eclipse global warming and lots of other seemingly endemic challenges at a meeting at Boon’s Camp Commons Ecovillage on August 21st. In fact, our most famous American pioneer, Daniel Boone, probably experienced a relatively similar, auspicious event on June 16, 1806 while camped at this very spot.

Events being planned for the days before the eclipse include Eclipse Global Warming bike rides from St. Louis and other spots along the Katy Trail, Drawdown Saturday with sharing about how community can get us to 0° global warming, people dressed in 1806 eclipse attire, fun, food, music and dancing and maybe even a visit from a circuit-riding preacher for a sermon with an eclipse theme on Sunday.

To learn how you can participate and to register for any of the events, check out our website, www.ArizmendiEcovillage.com.

Questions: contact braford@sbcglobal.net.

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St. Louis Wellness Center To Host 10-Year Celebration Open House

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f you’ve ever wondered about the St Louis Wellness Center, you have the opportunity to find out more at our upcoming Open House.

Our peaceful building is nestled in Webster Groves, easily accessible to both highways 40 and 44. Upon entering for the first time, people often comment how calm and relaxing it feels. In fact, some people spend time in one of the three waiting rooms to simply “be,” turn attention inward, and connect with themselves in the midst of these chaotic times.

Inside the StLWC complete healing, recovery, health, and wellness takes place. With over 25 expert providers on staff, there are people to assist

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If you are suffering and are ready for gentle guidance to experiencing more peace, or perhaps you are curious about better understanding your body’s responses, or maybe you have an acute situation that needs attention and direction from an expert – whatever your situation, now could be a good time for you to visit the St Louis Wellness Center. Please find more information at www.StLouisWellnessCenter.com or call 314.963.7711 to make an appointment.

Make plans now to enjoy our 10th Anniversary Open House: Friday, September 15, from 4:009:00 pm at 425 Marshall Ave., Webster Groves 63119. You can meet many of our expert providers, see demonstrations, enter to win the raffle, and experience first hand the brilliance of the St Louis Wellness Center.

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Fungus, Parasites and Dental Condundrum Conference:

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hat is a conundrum? By a definition, it means a riddle whose answer is or involves a pun (Merriam-Websterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dictionary), or a confusing and difficult problem (Oxford Dictionary). The definition is vague and not clear to me, but somehow, I find the word, â&#x20AC;&#x153;conundrumâ&#x20AC;? fascinating, as well as ambiguous and mysterious. I decided to name my Tenth International Medicine Conference in St. Louis, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Curing the Incurables: Fungus, Parasites and Dental Conundrum.â&#x20AC;? It is designed for health professionals.

Kindly share this information with interested health practitioners to help spread awareness.

When listening to chronically ill patients on their first visit - who have already seen a long list of specialists and other alternative health practitioners - the long, agonizing misadventure of medical histories can be quite confusing, ambiguous and mysterious: a conundrum of life.

As patients share elaborate detailed histories with the latest diagnoses and lab test results, including genetic DNA tests and information on MTHFR methylation pathways, my mind wanders off to the world of the conundrum: a quantum world of what-ifs and a myriad of unknown possibilitiesâ&#x20AC;Ś By the time patients are evaluated by Mayo Clinic or Cleveland Clinic and still have an unknown or mysterious illness (they may give it a fancy idiopathic Latin medical diagnosis), most likely, they have some combination of unrecognized dental problems, parasites and fungal infections-mycotoxins effects.

How do I know? If we understand and measure subtle energy fields based on acupuncture meridians, we can cure the incurable by measuring the immeasurable (unconventional by Western medical standards). The ancient acupuncture meridian matrix system has been known for approximately 4000 years.

During recent decades, pathbreaking physicians and researchers have developed tools and technology to measure these energy fields within the body, helping to better inform and guide diagnostic and treatment decisions. Quantum biology/medicine can help explain and resolve problems that conventional lab tests and pharmaceuticals are not able to diagnose and treat with successful outcomes.

I wrote on these subjects with many case studies in my book, Accidental Cure: Extraordinary Medicine for Extraordinary Patients. It explains how your medical problems may not be what you think, what you have been told, or what has been diagnosed.

We will delve deeper into these topics with prominent speakers from around the world at the Tenth International Medical Conference: Curing the Incurables: Fungal, Parasites and Dental Conundrum, on September 29, 30 and October 1, 2017 at the Frontenac Hilton, St. Louis.

Presenters include: Daniel Beilin, Ph.D., OMI, LAc Robert Cass, ND Douglas Cook, DDS W. Lee Cowden, MD, MD(H) Michael Gerber, MD, HMD Antonio Jimenez, MD, ND, CNC Paul Johnson, M. Divinity Doug A. Kaufmann Dietrich Klinghart, MD, Ph.D. Mark McClure, DDS Carolyn McMakin, DC Nicholas Meyer, DDS Stewart Moreland, DMD

Michael Rehme, DDS, NMD John Parks Trowbridge, MD Simon Yu, MD This conference brings together leadingedge physicians, dentists and other skilled health professionals to present the latest advances in understanding, diagnosing and treating the common, everyday, yet often-overlooked underlying causes of chronic illness.

They are recognized for their expertise in a wide range of areas, including biological dentistry and oral surgery, cancer treatment, chelation, energy medicine, functional medicine, mycology, nutrition, parasitology, etc. Join them to learn and share experiences in treating a range of chronic health problems: allergies, autoimmune problems, cancer, chronic fatigue syndrome, dental and oral infections, fibromyalgia, fungal infections, gut problems, heavy metals, Lyme and co-infections, neurological problems, parasites, toxins, and more.

In addition to highlighting Fungal, Parasites and the Dental Conundrum, these leading experts in their fields will tie together ways for curing the incurables by measuring the immeasurable, based on Energy Medicine. Cells and organs communicate thru biophotons and subtle frequency specific micro-currents. We are living in a matrix of a Quantum Universe.

What is your medical conundrum? Visit www.iamconf.com or www.preventionand healing.com for additional information on speakers, and help spread the message of this opportunity. The Tenth International Medical Conference is open to all health professionals. While the general public is welcome to register for this conference, please be aware that the presentations will be scientific and clinical discussions for healthcare providers. Let your doctors, dentists and health professionals know about this important conference. It may save your life, or that of a loved one.

Dr. Simon Yu, M.D. is a Board Certified Internist.

He practices Internal Medicine with an emphasis on Alternative Medicine to use the best each has to offer.

For more articles and information about alternative medicine as well as patient success stories, and Dr. Yuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s revolutionary health book Accidental Cure: Extraordinary Medicine for Extraordinary Patients, visit his web site at www.preventionandhealing.com or call Prevention and Healing, Inc., 314-432-7802.

You can also attend a free monthly presentation and discussion by Dr. Yu on Alternative Medicine at his office on the second Tuesday each month at 6:30 pm.

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ugust is a common time for families to attempt a final vacation prior the coming school season. People call our clinic asking about boarding references again and again. It is important to educate pet owners to their options in caring for animals while they are gone.

One first option that I like to suggest is to have a reliable pet -sitter employed to watch your pets and your home. Depending on the scenario, some pets require regular and frequent visits for potty breaks and feeding, but may not require overnight surveillance.

On the other hand, there are many pets that require more consistent supervision and care, or pet owners who prefer to know their beloved critters are being watched around the clock. Those house sitting pet-sitters are available as well. I like this approach as the pets stay put in their familiar spaces. They are managed in a familiar way including feeding schedules, play and activities, and simply having a warm body to be close to. In my mind, this is a best, first choice. A reasonable alternative here would be to allow your pet to stay at the sitter’s home. Both scenarios work fine, assuming pets and sitters are afforded pre-employment visits so each can get used to the other.

Nonetheless, many people prefer to utilize the many great kennel programs throughout our community. Whichever facility you select, there are proper steps to take to ensure you make the best selection for you and your pet(s). Most important is to be sure you visit your veterinarian to update all preventative actions like immunizations, fecal exams, and both heartworm and flea/tick management. In fact, most legitimate facilities will demand that your pet’s healthcare is up to date.

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kennel not previously used. Bring questions along. For example, you may want to know feeding schedules and methods? Ask whether you can bring your pet’s own food, treats, toys and/or bedding? Does the facility have 24 hour staff supervision? What is their protocol in the event of an animal health emergency?

What will follow should a tornado or fire impact the kennel?

Do not be shy with your questions. After all, this is your family pet, and you have to know you are making the best choice you can make.

Today, many kennel and boarding facilities provide all sorts of extra services. These may include special holding units, some with household furniture, TV’s or stereos. There are often options for your pets to participate in daily play sessions or daycare activities, allowing for socialization and enrichment through animal to animal interaction. You can request training activities if your pet has a particular behavior that requires some modification, or if you simply want to incorporate new training skills for your pet. Obviously, best success comes with responsible follow up by the pet owner, with their pet’s trainer. Finally, most boarding kennels will also provide grooming and bathing services in preparation with your pet’s return home.

Be alert to the fact that post-grooming ear infections are not terribly uncommon. Groomers may attempt to pluck the hair from particular dog breeds and send them on their way home. I encourage pet owners to follow any grooming episode with a few days of ear flushing just to be sure infections will not follow. And, I also encourage pet owners to allow their veterinarians to express anal glands rather than having their groomers accomplish that. Our technique is different and more completely empties the gland, which prevents other problems like glandular abscesses. Finally, it is also common for pets to return home presenting with diarrhea, cough, or even abrasions on their pads. The best suggestion is to be sure and check over your pet as you enter the facility, and upon leaving. Not unlike one does with a rental car. Certainly, there are things that happen in the best of facilities, and pet owners need to be sensible about these assessments post-boarding.

Do your homework and then you can travel with the comfort of knowing your family pets are being cared for properly and safely. Happy Travels!!!

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by Teresa Garden, DVM

ertain scents act like medicines, affecting the body on a biochemical level.

Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of volatile essential oils to affect a psychologic or physiologic response.

The fragrant scents used in aromatherapy are absorbed by the mucous membranes in the nose and then travel to the brain to elicit their response. The oils are administered to people in a number of ways: by diffusion or nebulization, with massage or by topical application. Routes of administration are more limited in pets due to safety concerns. Diffusion, which vaporizes the scent into the air, is the safest route in general. Essential oils for topical use on pets may be diluted in a base of vegetable oil at rate of 3-8 drops per teaspoon. It is important to apply the drops where the scent will reach the nose without the pet being able to lick them. You can massage a drop or two of the diluted oil on the inside of the ear tip where there is not much fur. The top of the head or back of the neck are also safe choices.

A combination of oils may be best for topical therapy, thereby, reducing potential toxicity from any single oil.

Aromatic plant combustion, or fumigation, was probably used early in human history. The word perfume is derived from the Latin terms: “per” for “through” and “fumus” for “smoke”. Fragrant oils and spices were used thousands of years ago in the Middle East and Egypt. The description of essential oil actions by Paracelsus (1493-1541) probably accounts for the name “essential” oil. He theorized that the “quinta essential” (quintellence) represents the “last possible and most sublime extractive” and that this natural plant isolate should be the goal of pharmaceutical preparation. The term aromatherapy was coined in 1937 by Gattefosse. After compiling the work of a number of scientists, he concluded essential oils contained antiseptic and bactericidal properties as well as antitoxic and antiviral properties. Thus, he believed essential oils have an undeniable healing power and extensive therapeutic properties.

Aromatherapy works very quickly and it is almost always a short term treatment. The effect

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If not better, consult your veterinarian.

If you are in need of a flea repellent, try a combination of Lavender, Eucalyptus, Citronella, and Tea Tree Oil. The oils can be diluted in water (510 drops per pint), shaken well and administered as a spray. I have not found essential oils to be helpful in killing fleas…only in repelling them. For ringworm infections a combination of Eucalyptus, Tea Tree Oil, Cinnamon and Lemongrass may be effective. Lavender and Chamomile can be helpful in decreasing stress and anxiety in dogs. Mild cases of gastroenteritis may respond well to Ginger, Cloves, Cardamon, and Thyme. Bronchitis patients may find some relief with a treatment of Camphor, Cedar, and Eucalyptus. Bacterial ear infections could be treated with a combination of Lemongrass and Thyme. These essential oils have shown inhibitory activity against Staphylococcus aureus, Strptococcus pneumoniae, and Streptococcus pyogenes. Dilute at a rate of 10 drops per 8 ounces of inert carrier oil such as almond oil. A combination of Lavender, Eucalyptus, and Rosemary may be used topically to treat localized Demodex mange mites. Again, it is important to remember the oils must be diluted and the dog must not lick the oils or toxicity may occur.

Aromatherapy in veterinary medicine is not without controversy. It is difficult to identify scents that are pleasant to animals. Human standards do not and cannot apply to animals. Scents we may find pleasant may be irritating to our pets. Animals are very sensitive to odor. Ambient odors may be too concentrated for animal comfort. Dogs and cats use odor as a communication tool. Our attempts to manipulate them with scent may confuse them or over-stimulate them with “messages”. There are a few essential oils whose risks exceed their benefits and should be avoided in veterinary medicine. I would include Pennyroyal, Orange, and Peppermint in this category.

The oils used in aromatherapy are available in health food stores and some on-line pet suppliers.

Look for natural oils and avoid synthetics. Single oils are available as well as oil blends. Young Living is a reputable source for essential oils. Scent is a powerful signal. If used sparingly and effectively, the safety and power of aromatherapy makes it an important holistic modality.

Dr. Teresa Garden is chief veterinarian/owner of Animal Health & Healing, a full-service holistic and conventional veterinary practice in the Maplewood/Richmond heights area. 314-7811738. www.AnimalHealthandHealing.com.

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Local Urban Farmer, Crystal Stevens, Writes New Book

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“Worms At Work”

ncreasingly, we want to know where our food comes from, who grows it and how it is grown, and interest in permaculture, backyard composting, and gardening in general, is growing. So how does the budding gardener ensure that the soil is healthy and nutrient-rich enough to support growing some great food? One answer -worms! Vermiculture is the healthiest and most cost-effective way to ensure that your soil receives the nourishment that it needs.

A simple vermicompost bin can produce completely natural, nutrient-rich fertilizer that can be used to boost soil health and, in turn, increase crop yield.

Crystal Stevens’ new book, Worms at Work: Harnessing the Awesome Power of Worms with Vermiculture and Vermicomposting is a practical, easy-to-implement guide to fertilizing and enriching your garden naturally. It discusses the vital role worms play in boosting soil health, and the reasons why every gardener should use vermicompost in order to decrease reliance on toxic synthetic fertilizers. Covering simple designs for building your own vermicompost bin, whether for a small backyard garden or for a larger farm or homestead, to the care and feeding of worms and how to use worm castings in the garden, Worms at Work will help you put your worms to work to grow happy, healthy plants in happy, healthy soil.

Matt Powers, permaculture educator says, “Worms at Work is a detailed, beautifully thorough treatise on worms. It delves into the details of vermicomposting, how to skillfully utilize vermicompost, the soil science behind it all, worm anatomy, and much more. It is well organized and easy to reference - perfect for anyone wanting to start or refine the usage of worms in a home or garden situation. Following in the footsteps of Darwin with her praise of the mighty earthworm, Crystal Stevens has done a superb job with this book”

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T Worms play a vital role in soil health, soil fertility and ultimately, the yield of a garden.

Designed as a straightforward, easy-to-use handbook, Worms at Work is a no-fuss guide to creating and harnessing the power of vermicompost. Intended for the beginning gardener and experienced farmer alike, all that is required is a healthy appreciation for healthy, happy soil!

“Crystal Stevens combines years of experience with her love of teaching to present a straightforward and gentle introduction to raising beneficial worms. Her passion for sustainable living and organic gardening rings true with her ideas for how homesteaders and worms can team up to create a better world – both above and below-ground.”

--- Hannah Kincaid, Mother Earth News Worms at Work is part of the Urban Homestead Hacks series from New Society Publishers. Easy to use, accessible, personable, the aim of this book series is to encourage readers to take small steps in increasing their self-reliance and to take back DIY skills – even if they’re working with an apartment balcony or a suburban backyard.

For more information or to purchase the book go to growcreateinspire.com or newsociety.com.

Turn Your Yard Into An Edible Oasis

by Crystal Stevens

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ugust marks the beginning of the harvest season in the Midwest. Gardens and farms across the region have been hard at work since spring, planting seeds, weeding, watering and applying mulch. These gardens and farms are now bursting with juicy vine ripened tomatoes, an abundance of summer squash, green beans, herbs, kale, and other early fall greens. The life cycle of vegetable plants can take anywhere from 28 days to 140 days and anywhere in between. The seeds are an intelligent, life giving force. Seeds can be planted from late winter and early spring all the way through early fall. The seeds are planted; they crack open and germinate; the roots dig into the earth; cotyledons form, the stem strengthens and reaches for the sun. On some plants,

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blossoms form, fruits emerge, and the fruits form seeds. On other plants, leafy greens form; as their life cycle comes to an end, the plant flowers and forms seeds. We find the seed to table process truly miraculous.

Food plays such an integral part of our daily lives. We gather to eat. Gathering together to garden creates community. Growing food has amazing ben-

rained in dance at Webster University, local St. Louis dancer Rain Stippec, 26, had performed internationally, with a promising dance career ahead of her. On February 6th, she and a companion were sitting in a car around midnight in Soulard. An apparently random ambush by a gunman left both with injuries.

Rain was critically shot multiple times in her back. Her survival was doubtful, but she prevailed. The road to recovery is so very, very long.

It’s unspeakable. It’s not fair. It’s wrong. And Rain is only one victim of the senseless violence that has become far too commonplace in our world.

Think of the arts, and you may immediately think “lovely thoughts” of beautiful paintings, sculpture, music and performances. But art is much more than “pretty.”

It has always been the realm of the arts community to bring attention to social concerns. Individual artists continually strive to make the community at large pay attention to things that matter in our society.

It would be easy to tick off a laundry list of the terrible events that have occurred in the St. Louis area, and equally as easy to throw up hands in despair at those events. Much easier to scream, “Make the violence stop!” than to try to actually do something to impact a change.

And the arts community steps in.

This fall, in collaboration with ANNONYArts, the CommUNITY Arts Festival STL comes to Satori (3003 Locust Street), conceived in response to the violent attack on Rain Stippec. This festival is intended to raise awareness of violent crime in St. Louis by building on strong community through the arts, allowing local artists to give their support to Rain and all victims of violent crimes while they engage and educate audiences.

Founder Paige Walden-Johnson is coordinating this community outreach, in hopes of making the CommUNITY Arts Festival an annual event. Artists in all disciplines will convene to perform in honor of Rain’s artistry and strength. Said Walden-Johnson, “St. Louis artists will now have a cooperative platform to speak out loud with a positive message, building safe communities for both artists and audiences…supporting the struggle of victims and survivors…bring(ing) awareness to the root causes of and alternatives to violence in St. Louis. It is up to us to begin the process of change for our city, our audiences, and our artists.”

Participating companies and non-profit organiza-

efits. Homegrown organic produce is healthy and delicious. It encourages us to cook at home more.

Growing food in common spaces brings the community together. Gardening attracts wildlife and beneficial insects.

The amount of lawns growing in the U.S. is startling, especially when we look at how many thousands of gallons of pesticides are being sprayed on these lawns. With billions of homes in the United States alone, non-sustainable front and backyards can truly leave a negative carbon footprint. Pesticide and herbicide residue from lawn applications can be found not only in the soil, but also in the water supply and even the air long after these chemicals have been applied to lawns. Over exposure to these chem-

St. Louis dancer Rain Stippec tions include MADCO, Ashleyliane Dance Company, Angel Band Project, Common Thread Dance Company, Big Muddy Dance Company, Artists for a Cause, and others. The Festival is August 31 through September 10, at 8 p.m. nightly with 2:30 p.m. matinees on September 2, 9, 10. Ticket price for one performance of the Festival is $20.

Proceeds generated will be used to aid Rain in her recovery. A GoFundMe account has also been established for Rain (https://www.gofundme.com/pleaseprayforrain).

For more information on how you might help and/or to join performing companies, partnering organizations, or the young artists workshop, please visit www.annonyarts.org.

As August begins, we bid farewell to Rick Dildine, Artistic and Executive Director of Shakespeare Festival St. Louis. Rick joins the Alabama Shakespeare Festival as Artistic Director for the operation that presents 10 productions in two venues. Said Penny Pennington, Board President of SFSL, “Rick’s innovative programming, leadership and financial acumen has catapulted the (St. Louis) Festival into the top tier ranking of theater companies nationwide. His ability to create art in the schools, in the streets and in the park reflects his devotion to our city Recognized as a leader in civic engagement, Dildine was named 2014 “Theatre Artist of the Year” by the St. Louis PostDispatch, “40 Under 40” by the St. Louis Business Journal and recognized on the city’s Power List of “100 People Who Are Reshaping the City.” Dildine has traveled on TCG delegations to Cuba and China and served on numerous grant panels including the National Endowment for the Arts. He has taught or served on staff for Brown University, Clark University, and Webster University (also as Director of Webster’s MFA Arts Management & Leadership program) and remains a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association. Best wishes, Rick, and thanks for all you’ve done for St. Louis!

Check out many more Artful Happenings at TheHealthyPlanet.com. icals has been linked to many life-threatening illnesses, including cancer. Beautiful lawns can be achieved naturally. Transitioning to a more sustainable lawn is a wonderful way to make a green contribution to the future of the planet. Foodscaping and native landscaping will attract pollinators and will make a huge difference in your region’s ecosystem.

Join the good food revolution by transforming your yard into an edible oasis.

Crystal Stevens is an author, teacher, artist, farmer and a regular contributor to The Healthy Planet magazine. To find out more about Crystal and her two books, Grow Create Inspire and Worms at Work, please visit www.growcreateinspire.com.

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~ HealtHy planet Happenings ~ August 2 To w e r To TAbl e Din n e r s at Vin de Set August 2nd and September 6th. Limited space available. Reservations are required Please call 314-241-8989. At Eleven Eleven Mississippi August 16th, September 20th. Limited space available.

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Your Tower to Table experience starts w/ a tour of the Hamilton Farms aeroponic garden where owner Paul Hamilton will explain how our produce is grown from heirloom seeds in both a traditional garden setting as well as our state of the art aeroponic towers. The pork, lamb and beef offered will be locally sourced & deliciously paired w/ our garden produce by our Executive Chefs showcasing the freshest ingredients available.

Aeroponic Tower Garden Tour (optional) 6pm located @ 2101 Chouteau Ave, Dinner 6:45 pm, 3- course dinner $29.99 + tax/gratuity. Optional 2-course wine pairing $11.99 + tax/gratuity.

August 2 l o o k Go o D, Fe e l Go o D! Presented by Iris Salsman & Deborah Zorensky, MS, RD, LD, CCN, Wednesday August 2, 2017, 7:00 8:30pm, The Classroom at The Center for Mind, Body & Spirit, Attendance is free, but please register. How do you feel about yourself in terms of weight, looks, and health? Are you noticing that your energy level has decreased over the years? Are you experiencing aches and pains in your knees or elsewhere? Do you cringe when you hear words like obese? Do you avoid mirrors or shopping for clothes because you don't like the size you are in? Have you cut back on how often you go out because you don’t like how you feel or look? If you answered yes to any of these questions, come to learn how you can ReClaim your health and your shape.

Deborah and Iris have both been following anti-inflammatory diets for many years and both have released many pounds and welcomed their newfound health and energy. We would like to share our stories with you and introduce you to some life-changing options. Deborah is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist, a Certified Clinical Nutritionist and has her Master's Degree in Allied Health with an emphasis on nutrition.

Iris Salsman is a veteran dieter. Over the years, she's lost and gained enough weight to make at least three people.

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August 5, 7 l e Av e iT in Th e Gr o u n D Airs on KNLC Channel 24 08/05 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 08/07 at 8:00 p.m. Host Don Fitz and guests Bob Criss and Byron Clemens look at dangers of leaks from pipelines carrying fossil fuels. They explore special problems with moving fossil fuels under water. There are ways to reduce the use of fossil fuels, including the direction action of lockdowns.

August 8 in Te Gr ATin G Al Te r n ATiv e Me Dic in e w iTh c o n v e n Tio n Al Me Dic in e FREE Monthly Seminar and Discussion - Integrating Alternative Medicine with Conventional Medicine Learn how to build your immune system and take charge of your health. If you are suffering from chronic conditions, you'll learn why you don't have to live with your "incurable" symptoms anymore. Topics covered include: Cancer, Heart Disease/Stroke, Diabetes, Arthritis, Osteoporosis, ADD/ADHD, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Food Allergies, Nutrition, and many more. You should come to this discussion also if you feel, "My Doctor said everything is fine! Then why do I feel so lousy?" Second Tuesday each month at 6:30 pm at our healing clinic - Prevention and Healing, Inc., Dr. Simon Yu, M.D., Board Certified Internist, 10908 Schuetz Road, St. Louis, MO 63146, Weaving Internal Medicine with Alternative Medicine to Use the Best Each Has to Offer. Call to verify meeting date; seating is limited, arrive early, 314-432-7802. See patient success stories at www.preventionandhealing.com.

August 8 Th e vAl u e o F e n e r Gy An Al y s is , Fr o M De s iGn DAy o n e Join USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter and ASHRAE St. Louis for an interactive program that will provide attendees with a charrette experience for evaluating and driving building energy performance—to analyze results in real time, as early as pre-design. During this session, volunteer participants act as design team members from all disciplines, working with real building characteristics and an actual building design. Using an analysis approach that assists with a cost benefit discussion, the participants will assemble “bundles” of selected energy efficiency measures to play out what-if scenarios, discussing the merits and challenges of each bundle. This program, with live tools and facilitation, will demonstrate an effective method for guiding energy decisionmaking during early design, towards achieving higher efficiency goals and increasingly stringent energy codes.

Tuesday, August 8, 2017, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, Sheet Metal Workers Local 36, 2319 Chouteau, Suite 200 (63103) ree for USGBC-MGC Members, ASHRAE St. Louis Members, and full time students; $20 for Non-members, REGISTER: usgbc-mogateway.org/calendar.

Through August 12 GAr De n o F Gl As s Missouri Botanical Garden is always a place of incredible natural beauty. But now through August 12, the Climatron is the setting for Garden of Glass, featuring thirty fused-glass works by Craig Mitchell Smith. View the works during the day to discover colorful glass tucked under waterfalls or nestled in greenery. Even better, be wowed by their nighttime glow on Thursday through Saturday evenings when you can also sip an adult beverage and groove to live music in the garden. A great summer date night! Details at www.mobot.org.

August 12, 14, MAy o r s Fo r c l e An e n e r Gy Airs on KNLC Channel 24 08/12 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 08/14 at 8:00 p.m. Host John Hickey and guests Shelley Welsch and Barry Greenberg look at how mayors can promote clean energy. They explore what each city is doing to reduce greenhouse gas pollution and how their constituents have responded. Do these environmental measures cost money or save money?

August 13 Fr e e FAMil y DAy AT l Au Me ie r Laumeier Sculpture Park’s Free Family Days provide families with a chance to bond while encouraging observation, imagination, curiosity and creativity. Activities are designed to be simple enough for ages 4 and up to enjoy, yet complex enough that more experienced young artists can take their projects to another level. Families have fun exploring new media and concepts while finding inspiration in Laumeier’s artworks and the natural environment. Sunday, August 13, 2:00–4:00 p.m. in the Kranzberg Education Lab at Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri. Free, all ages.

Call 314.615.5278 or visit www.laumeier.org for more information. Supported by a Windgate Foundation grant.

August 14 s pir iTu Al w is Do M o n l iFe AFTe r De ATh 7:00-8:00 p.m. Do you ever wonder what happens when we die? Explore the secrets of life after death and seeing heaven before you die. Free spiritual discussion. Barnes & Noble Café, 320 Mid Rivers Center Drive, St. Peters, MO 63376. Info: 800-591-0694 or Eckankar.org.

August 15 Jo in Th e Gr e e n s c h o o l s Mo v e Me n T be c o Me A Gr e e n s c h o o l s Qu e s T Me n To r !

Mentor Registration Deadline is August 15. More than 100 schools have participated in the Green Schools Quest and implemented sustainability projects at their schools since the program launched four years ago.

Student-driven projects at these schools have impacted nearly 100,000 students, teachers, and community members. Key to the program's success are the Green Mentors that provide guidance at each participating school. As we gear up for the 2017-18 school year, we are seeking Green Mentors to work with local schools . . . and we need your help! For more information about the Green Schools Quest Mentor program contact USGBCMissouri Gateway staffer Hope Gribble at hope.gribble@mobot.org or call (314) 577-0225.

August 17 pAs T l iFe An D Me TAph y s ic Al c o n c e pTs Fo r pe r s o n Al Gr o w Th w o r k s h o p This workshop is for anyone interested in Past Life or Present Life regression and wants to know more. Peggy Levinson has studied Present and Past Life Regression Therapy with Dr. Brian Weiss, author of Many Lives, Many Masters, since 2013. Join us in exploring deep states of relaxation and metaphysical approaches that can help get to the root of current issues that originated in the past. Many times we have an experience of an impactful situation in our past that keeps getting triggered in our present adult lives, affecting us emotionally, physically, and/or spiritually. In this workshop I will be guiding you to gain a better understanding of these issues which have their origin early in this life or in a past life. This group offers a safe place to meet likeminded people and experience what can be learned from the past. You will have the opportunity to discover new tools for developing and trusting your intuition. Tickets are $20.00 payable one week in advance. Held at The Center of Clayton August 17th 6:45 to 8:45. If you have any questions or to purchase tickets please e-mail peggy@claytontherapy.com or call 314-644-3339.

August 21, 23 pipe l in e s To Dis As Te r Airs on KNLC Channel 24 08/21 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 08/23 at 8:00 p.m. What are problems with pipelines moving gas, oil and tar sands? Don Fitz, Henry Robertson, and Alex Cohen examine the North Dakota Access, Keystone XL and Spire Pipelines. What legal avenues does the public have to stop a pipeline? What type of direct actions are people taking?

August 23 Tw o c o u r s e l u n c h e o n & GAr De n To u r at CharlevilleBrewing Company and Tavern, Wed. Aug. 23. Hamilton Farms aeroponic garden tour begins at 10:30 followed by a brewery tour (with samples) then lunch.$19.99 per person plus tax & gratuity. Reservation required. 314-241-4677. 2101 Chouteau Ave, St. Louis, MO 63103.

August 25 l e e D Gr e e n As s o c iATe e x AM pr e p c o u r s e USGBC-MGC’s full-day LEED Green Associate Exam Prep course is designed to prepare participants for the LEED Green Associate exam. Skilled instructors will provide an introduction to LEED, discuss methods of sustainable project delivery and green building principals, and offer test taking tips. Subject areas covered include: Introduction and Core Concepts, Location & Transportation, Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, Test Taking Tips, and Practice Exam. Course includes access to an online practice exam to assist in exam preparation at the conclusion of the course. WHEN: Friday, August 25, 2017, 9:00am5:00pm WHERE: Missouri Botanical Garden’s Commerce Bank Center for Science Education, 4651 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63110FEE: $200 / USGBCMissouri Gateway Members; $250 / Non-members REGISTER: www.usgbc-mogateway.org/calendar August 26, 28 sAcreD lAnD vs. Divine Money Airs on KNLC Channel 24 08/26 at noon and KNLC Renewable Energy Channel Channel 24-2 08/28 at 8:00 p.m. Why should we be worried about fossil fuels and pipelines? Host Don Fitz and guests Byron Clemens and Amber Duvall explore indigenous people's treaty rights, the right to clean water, oil money investments and financial contributions to political campaigns.

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Call The Center for Mind, Body & Spirit to schedule an appointment to try the BioMat. 314.725.6767.

Our approach to holistic health includes the entire body and the oral cavity is no exception. We are dedicated to serving our patients and promoting a level of health care that carefully evaluates and reviews the use of dental materials, dental procedures and also offers dietary and nutritional support for each and every individual that is seen in our office.

Did you know that examining the mouth can reveal the presence of illnesses or unstable conditions in other areas of the body?

If you feel like you’ve just about exhausted all your options in your search for better health, have your mouth examined with a different approach in mind. Get motivated, get educated, and get ready to participate in a

health-oriented lifestyle that will provide dental alternatives and a nutritional foundation designed to help support your own body’s healing powers.

The focus of holistic dentistry is to consider the mouth as a part of the whole body. We use materials and methods that are more compatible biologically with the body instead of the traditional dental materials. Examples of non-compatible materials are mercury fillings, non-precious heavy metal crowns, bridges and partials or dentures. Alternatives to fluoride are used

for the prevention of cavities.

Proper alignment of the jaws and teeth are the foundation of how the body perceives itself in space. The result of improper alignment can result in symptoms of headache, ears ringing, loss of hearing, pain in the head and neck and clenching or grinding of the teeth.

Good nutrition is inseparable for good

health. If your diet consists of food and drink made with white flour, sugar and no fresh fruits and vegetables, your body is likely to be acidic with resultant more medical and dental problems.

For your dental evaluation contact our office for an appointment by calling 636-4589090 or email at cherryhillsdds@yahoo.com.

An Integrated Approach To Healing & Wellness

Deborah Zorensky, rD, lD, ccn

314-725-6767

Biological Dentistr y Michael g. rehme, DDs, ccn & associ ates

314-997-2550 at the corner of Ballas & Clayton Roads

ron ald schoolm an, DDs rodney lofton, DDs

636-458-9090

16976 Manchester Road, Wildwood, MO 63040

Cutting edge nutrition for: • Autism • Auto-Immune Disorders • Cancer • Digestive Problems • Fibromyalgia • Food Allergies & Sensitivities • Learning Disabilities

For more information contact Deborah Zorensky, RD, l D, CCn , Clinical nutritionist at The Center For Mind, Body, Spirit, 7649 Delmar, 314-725-6767.

For more information visit our website at www.toothbody.com.

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August, 2017

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